Resistance Bands, Medicine Balls, and other Fitness Gear

When I first started working out with you all, I scoured my house for every mat, block, resistance band and other gadget that I could find to build out a workout routine that was not just good for you all, but also fun and creative for me to teach.   Since then, I've learned a ton of ways to use all of this workout "stuff" in a way that helps drive real results.  While I know it's not always convenient to join one of my workouts,  I'm sure all of you have fitness gear in your house.  So, take a quick inventory of what you have.  An old jump rope could be dusted off and provide a great cardio workout.  2 to 3lb dumbbells are great for toning your arms.  Even if you find nothing, you can use household items for working out as well.  My favorite is a thin beach towel.  You can use it for stretching as well as toning.  Also, check out this article from Health Magazine The Best Gadgets to Make you Slim to help give you some tips on how to use some of the workout equipment that may already be in your home.

Have a great week and hope to see you for a workout soon!

Barb

Core Workouts this week:
Wednesday 10a
2 person min to run, email me to save a spot

1-1 Training:
I have some openings in my training schedule and can fit you in, so email me for more info and to set up your first 1-1 Session.  Looking forward to creating a custom workout program for you.

Another 3 Week Intensive
Back by popular demand, we are getting ready to start another 3 Week Intensive.  We will met 2x/week on Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:30am starting next week.  We need 5 persons to run the intensive, so email me quickly if you are interested.  Proposed start date will be Wednesday, March 6th.


Don't forget to check out barbfit.blogspot.com for previous posts on health and fitness.

350 Calorie Recipes from Health Mag

As I've mentioned before, I'm a fan of food.  I like eating, so I have to come up with creative ways to enjoy eating without adding unnecessary calories.   So, when I have time, I try to find low calorie recipes to try out.  I found these from Health Magazine 350-Calorie Meals and hope to try some of them out soon.  Let me know if you've tried these out before or share some of your own recipes for tasty low-cal meals.

Have a great week and hope to see you for a workout soon!

Workouts this week:

Group Circuit: Thursday 10:15a
Group Core: Friday 10:30a

2 persons needed to run.  Email me to save a spot


Intensive:

The 3 week intensive started last week and we have a really strong group.  Already thinking about another intensive for the spring.  Let me know if you'd like to join for the next one.  


1-1 Training

If you've never tried 1-1 training, there's no better time than now!  ;-)   I have time on my schedule and would love to work with you.  Email me for more info and to schedule your first session.  Looking forward to developing a customized workout plan for you!


Don't forget to go to barbfit.blogspot.com to check out my previous posts on health and fitness.

TRX Suspension System Qualified Trainer

I just completed a full day course to better instruct all of you on the TRX Suspension System.  So I am now a Qualified TRX Suspension System Trainer.  If you haven't trained on a one yet, you should definitely try it out.  2 years ago I was referred to it by a good friend and I have been hooked on it ever since.  Email me for more info about training sessions that involve circuit training with the TRX Suspension System.  I would love to be the person who introduces you to a new and challenging workout.

Have a great week and hope to see you for a workout soon!

Barb


Sessions this week:
Thursday: Group Circuit Training - 10:15am

3 Week Mini-Intensive
Starts Wednesday, January 30th.  We will workout 2x/week for 3 weeks with a combination of group core work and circuit training.  I have a group of 5 confirmed and may have room for 1 more.  Email me quickly if you want to take the last spot.  If you missed this Intensive, I can set up another after this one finishes up.  Contact me for more info and to lock in dates for the next Intensive.

1-1 Training
It's never too late to commit to a new workout program for the year.  I have room on my schedule and would love to workout with you.  Email me and we can set up your first session and get started on making this your best year for health and fitness.

Don't forget to check out barbfit.blogspot.com for previous posts and links to articles on health and exercise.

Fit Foods Lunch and Sessions this Week

Hello,

Just a couple quick reminders.  For those of you who RSVP'd, the free Fit Foods lunch will be at my home at noon tomorrow.  Looking forward to having you!  Also, for those who are still interested, I have a few spots left, so email me quick to grab those extra seats.

Sessions for this week are below.  Looking forward to seeing you all and working out with you soon!

Barb


Sessions this Week:

Thursday: 10:15am - Group Circuit Training
Friday: 9:15am - Core Group Session

All sessions need a minimum of 2 persons to run.  Email me to save your spot.


1-1 Training Sessions

Email me for info about 1-1 Training Sessions.  Now is a great time to start an individual training program so that you can set your goal for the year.  I have a few spots open on my schedule and would love to develop a program just for you!


Don't forget to check out my blog for previous posts and links to article and health and fitness at barbfit.blogspot.com

What's your plan for 2013?

Although it's been a few weeks since I last posted, I haven't stopped thinking about more ways that I can help you get the most out of your workouts and help you develop a plan for getting and staying in shape in 2013 and beyond.  With the fattening holidays behind us, we can finally focus on how to live healthy.   So, what is your plan?  Have you started a new diet?  Any new workouts you're trying?   If you haven't started, no worries, there are tons of resources around that can help.   If you need a quick jumpstart, here's a great article from Shape that will give you a head start 31 Days to a Fitter Healthier You.  

And here's another boost for your health and fitness plan for the year.  I just won a free lunch for my office from Fit Foods, so since I work(out) with all of you, I wanted to share the free lunch with you.   Woo Hoo!  So, if you are available on Tuesday, January 15th at noon, I have room for 12 for lunch at my home.   So, the 1st 12 to RSVP are welcome.  No strings attached, just come on over and enjoy.   (My only requirement is that you must have taken at least 1 session with me in the past).

I'm looking forward to seeing you all and helping you to make this the year that you hit all of your health and fitness goals.   Have a great week!

Barb


Workouts Week of January 7th

Tuesday - Group Circuit  - 10am
Wednesday - Group Core - 10am

Minimum 2 persons to run.  Email me to save a spot.


1-1 Training

Looking for a personal trainer to help get your plan developed?   I still have some availability and would love to work with you.  Email me for more info.


Mini Intensive - Starting in January

I'm looking to start a mini 3 week intensive in January.  We would workout 2 days a week for 3 weeks straight with a combination of circuit training and core muscle conditioning.  Dates and times TBD based on the group's schedule.   Email me if you are interested.  I will need 5 people minimum to run.

Don't forget to check out my blog for past posts on health and fitness.  barbfit.blogspot.com

Getting your workouts in at Home

More times than I like, I end up stuck in my house.  Some days, I'm waiting at home for that ambiguous  2-3 hour time frame that the repairman requires.  Other days, I get caught up with house chores for an hour, and then realize I need to rush off for my next appointment.  And of course, with my kids, their homework, their chores, etc.. I find myself in the house for several hours.

So, I've decided to spruce up my garage enough to make a comfortable little home gym.  I'm going to throw the Cannondale road bike on the trainer, keep one of my TRX systems in the garage, paint some walls and pick up a few more pieces of equipment so that the next time I'm waiting for another repair person, I can do a little workout in my mini Barbfit gym.   While, I don't expect all of you to revamp your garage, you might want to make a little investment in a workout you can do at home.  Resistance bands are fantastic and come with handy DVDs to show you a bunch of moves.  Picking up a new workout DVD and doing a power 20 min workout can give you a nice boost of energy and power. Or, just getting a new improved Yoga mat and doing a few sun salutations can help get your blood flowing and your mood up.   For more ideas on what to have in your home "gym", check out this article from Self Magazine  Best at Home Gym Equipment .

Have a great week and hope to see you for a workout soon!

Barb


Group Sessions this Week:
Email me to save a spot.  2 Person min to run.

Thursday: 10:15am  Group Circuit Training

Friday: 9:15a Group Core Session


1-1 Personal Training Sessions
Why wait for a New Year's Resolution to get in Shape? Start now, with me, and I will customize a program that you can stick to starting this year and ideally for the long term.  Email me for more info and to schedule your first session.


3 Week Mini-Intensive
I'm hoping to start another Mini Intensive in January.  Email me if you are interested.  I would love to get a new group together


Don't forget to check barbfit.blogspot.com for my previous posts on health and fitness.

Thankful...

With Thanksgiving only a few days a way, I wanted to take a moment to say thanks to all of you for working out with me over the last couple years and for reading my blog every week!  It's been such a great experience exercising with many of you and sharing my perspective on health and fitness through this blog and through our workouts together.  So, in addition to a few regular workouts this week, I'm also planning to do my own little "Turkey Trot+".  For those of you that are in town on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, I plan to do a short 20 minute jog followed by a quick core workout post jog.  if you'd like to join me (no charge!) meet at South Park at 9:15am.  We'll jog for roughly 20 minutes on the wood-chip trail and then return to South Park for a 15-20 minute Core workout.  (Don't forget to bring a beach towel & water.)

If you're not in town, then try to get a quick workout on Thursday before the turkey fest, it will be a great way to feel a little less guilty about that extra serving of sweet potatoes at dinner that night.

Have a great week and Happy Thanksgiving!


Barb


Core workouts this week:
2 person min to run, email me to save a spot

Tuesday: Group Circuit 9:30am
Wednesday: Group Core Session  10:30am

Mini Intensive:
Trying to start up a 3 Week Intensive Starting the first week of December.  Email me if you'd like to join.  We need 4 people minimum to run.  We'll workout 3x/week for 3 weeks.  Hope you can join!


Don't forget to check out my blog at barbfit.blogspot.com