Fitness Assesment Testing

A great way to test your fitness level is to perform a Fitness Assesment Test consists of push-ups and sit-ups.

All MVP Boot Campers are tested at the beginning and at the end of our four week program and almost everyone improves on their test scores

For the push-up test, the MVP must perform as many push-ups as possible in one minute. A proper push-up requires that the upper arms be parallel to the ground or better when the body is lowered.

Click on the link below and watch Coach Marlon Lee perform 100 push ups in one minute.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6k6TxDg7ayE

The sit-up test also measures the number of repetitions done in one minute. Sit-ups are done with the help of another MVP who holds down the feet. The knees are bent at a 90-degree angle and arms are placed across the chest.

Click on the link below and watch MVP Nikki Britts perform 68 sit ups in one minute.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6k6TxDg7ayE

Next week, video of the 1/4 mile will be posted. The 1/4 mile run is performed by running one lap on an oval track. Since the test measures the amount of time it takes a MVP to complete one lap, walking is allowed but is strongly discouraged.

A Way to Get Your Abs in Shape

Many of you want to lose that extra baggage around your stomach.

Getting flat abs is not easy.

Of course, it takes a great all-round exercise program that includes cardio and strength training.

Plus, you must eat right and stay away from fast food.

I have a great abs workout for you that I have posted on the MVP Boot Camp blog before. It's called the "Abs From Hell." This is a four High-Intensity Interval Training minute circuit with 20 seconds of exercise and 10 second rest. This workout is guaranteed to make your abs burn.

Click on the link below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bYHeIlbVye8

Superset Your Workouts

Here is a fitness tip from MVP Boot Camp.

Superset your workouts - Some recent studies are showing that super-setting workouts can burn more fat than one single set or multiple standard set workout.

So if your are short on time try incorporating a super-setting system where you do multiple exercises in succession so that you can accomplish more results in less time.

For a great dumbell superset workout click on the link below and try the MVP Dumbell Blast!

This workout will burn fat and increase your energy at the same time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k_QmM0Lvwoc

When Is The Best Time To Eat Dinner?

Studies have shown that eating early in the evening is better than eating late at night.

The highest percentage of the overweight people studied ate their dinners later at night than those of average weight. The reason for this appears to be the fact that their food does not get digested before they go to sleep.

Here is a tip - Your metabolism is at its slowest when you sleep. Undigested food that stays in your body overnight tends to build up fat and contributes to weight gain.

The best thing to do is eat five to six small meals throughout the day and a moderate dinner at a reasonable hour, generally three hours before you go to bed.

If you work at night or until a late hour and are in the habit of eating when you get home, try to change your eating and sleeping habits accordingly.

Remember to exercise three to five times per week and be sensible about when and how much you eat and you should be able to control your weight.

Living In the Spirit

Recently, I met Susan Taylor who has been the driving force behind Essence Magazine.

Taylor is also a greatly sought-after speaker. She delivered an inspiring messages of hope and encouragement at the Salute of Excellence Award Ceremony, sponsored by the St. Louis American.

During her motivating presentation, Taylor ask us to reevaluate our lives and society and to create, a loving, productive and supportive community. Here are three principles that I learn during our brief meeting.

1. Attitude is Everything! - When it comes to everyday living. A negative attitude can destroy your best laid plans for your goals. Living well and happiness is a direct correlation with a positive attitude. Keep your head up and try to surround yourself with positive people and influences, while you look for the positive in daily business and personal activities.

2. You Must Have A Purpose! - You have a reason for being here on this earth. Has God given you a plan? If so, are you working His plan? A Christian’s purpose is to promote God’s plan and try to change others by making a lasting impression and a powerful impact on the lives of the people you touch!

3. Live Life to the Fullest! - Do not live minimally. Live life to the maximum! Climb that mountain with confidence.

Whatever challenge you are facing in life have the courage and attitude to live each day with a purpose.

Surround Yourself With MVPs!

One of the key characteristics of successful people is that they avoid negative people and they spend the majority of their time surrounded by those who have already achieved success and want to achieve more success.

So if your goal is to lose 20 pounds by eating healthy, exercising and living an energy full life - then seek out others who already live a healthy lifestyle and want to lose weight .

If you are around person that has an negative attitude, than it most likely that your attitude will be negative.

Surround your self with another MVP (Most Valuable Person) and you will have the support that it takes to reach your goals.

Hanging out with a person who just talk about getting in shape but never take persistent action will ensure that you never reach your goal.