Darryl Strawberry

If you get a chance pick up my friend's Darryl Strawberry's book entitled Straw: Finding My Way.

Strawberry is a former Major League Baseball player who is well-known both for his play on the field and for his controversial behavior off of it.

In his book he talks about overcoming his battles with alcohol, cocaine, cancer, women and money that he had during his playing career.

He is now a born again Christian and currently lives in St. Louis and attends Church On The Rock.

Strawberry says "Yeah. I gave up the houses, the cars and everything. It was the most remarkable thing. I've always lived a high life, but here it is. God has brought me to a simple life to do his will."

Purchase it the next time you are in a book store , it would make an excellent Father's Day gift for the guy who loves sports.

Here's 1 More MVP Success Story

I love writing updates like this one.

Congratulations goes out to MVP Pam Mattox who finished in firstplace in her age group in this past weekend's Wentzville Rotary 5Krace.

Pam is very dedicated when it comes living a more healthier life.

In fact, it takes a lot of dedication for someone like Pam to take70 mile round trip drive just to run 3.1 miles.

Pam has been a part of MVP Boot Camp for two years and posted awinning time of 33:15.

She says "I was pleased with my time, because of the hills. Whenthey were announcing the winner for my age range, they called outmy name! My friends and I screamed and laughed at the same time!Thanks Lyle for encouraging me and making me run strong!"
Not bad for a person who could barely run one lap around the trackjust two years ago.

MVP Boot Camp prides itself on offering a fun and challengingworkout in a professional and safe environment. Plus, YOU WILL GETRESULTS!

Two More MVP Success Stories

A big CONGRATULATIONS goes out to Lisa Schreiner and Marnii Peel who participated in the Hazelwood PTA Scholarship Run-Walk this past Saturday.

Lisa ran the entire 10K and didn't stop to walk one time!

Lisa says "If I hadn't started to attend boot camp, I don't think I would have even dreamed of running it. I appreciate your classes and motivation!"

Marnii ran the 5K and finished in first place for her age group with a time of 34:23.

Marnii's story is both awesome and incredible because this is the first time ever in her life she has ran in a 5K!

She says "Thank God for you..and I still feel so much better since I started with MVP. Some say I appear much happier and look better too."

Lyle, I strongly feel when you join MVP Boot Camp that you will enjoy it, and find yourself getting stronger, increasing your endurance and slimming down with each session.

The next MVP Boot Camp starts the week of May 18th. Enlist now for only $72 for the entire four week session. But hurry because the price will go up to $85 on May 16th.

Go here to register today.

http://www.mvpfitness.net/bootcamp.html

Meeting with Pastor Jamal Bryant

Bishop Alonzo Johnson and First Lady, Erika Johnson of the Tribe of Judah Christian Church held their 2nd Annual Revival Conference on Thursday and Friday, April 23rd and 24th.

Friday's speaker was Pastor Jamal-Harrison Bryant from Empowerment Temple, Baltimore, MD.

Over 800 people heard Bryant's vibrant message on worship.

Hydroxycut

I feel obligated as a fitness professional to pass on this information to you.

You have most likely seen the latest warnings about the weight-loss supplement Hydroxycut.

The FDA is warning dieters and bodybuilders to stop using Hydroxycut because the supplement is "linked to cases of serious liver damage and at least one death."

The FDA says that the maker of this supplement has agreed to recall 14 of its products.

A lot of people have been scammed to purchase quick fix diet supplements like this one. Remember there is no such thing as a quick fix. Losing weight takes a combination of eating the right foods and exercise.

Six Ways to Protect Yourself From Swine Flu

In the past few days there has been increasing worries about the Swine Flu.

The Swine Flu is a respiratory disease normally found in pigs and caused by type A influenza viruses. While outbreaks of this type of flu are most common in pigs, human cases of swine flu do happen.

People with direct exposure to pigs are those most commonly infected with swine flu and just as the common flu is passed along, swine flu can spread by coughing, sneezing, or touching something with the viruses on it.

Here's another note, you cannot catch swine flu from eating pork.
According to the CDC, the swine flu viruses is not transmitted by food. Properly cooking pork to an internal temperature of 160°F kills all bacteria and viruses.

MVP Fitness is taking precautionary measures to protect you from Swine Flu.

There has been a complete and intensive cleaning done at the MVP Fitness Studio and all MVP Boot Camp equipment, including every single resistance band and exercise mat has been painstaking cleaned. Plus, hand sanitizer will be on hand at MVP Boot Camp to ensure a clean environment.

Now, with that being said here are six ways to help build your immune system and to protect yourself from the Swine Flu.

1. Eat more broccoli to ward off those nasty germs. Broccoli helps build your vitamin C and coats cell surfaces and prevents the entry of viruses.

2. Take a multivitamin. Just one multivitamin can reduce your risk of infections, including colds and the flu by 76%.

3. Get proper rest. Getting 7-8 hours of sleep will build your immune system.

4. Take Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar. If you read my email last week, a daily dose of ACV will help support a healthy immune system.

5. Start exercising if you don't exercise now. There are so many benefits that result when you exercise. (Of course, MVP Boot Camp and MVP Personal Training sessions are a great way to get in shape)

6. Prayer. I pray that God will protect each and every one of you and your loved ones from any illness, hurt, harm or danger.

Meeting With New York Met Gary Sheffield

I recently had the pleasure to meet with New York Met, Gary Sheffield. "Sheff" is a nine-time All-Star and hit his 500th home run on April 17th to become the 25th player in major league history to reach the milestone.

We discussed my two of my favorite subjects --- God and fitness. I found him to be grounded in God and family (his wife DeLeon Richards Sheffield is a Gospel Artist) and he loves to work out, but a shoulder injury has limited his weight lifting program.

He had a career marred with some controversy and is a lifetime .294 hitter and should be a big help to the Mets this year because across the board, Sheffield is a very good teammate.