Here's a simple success tip

We are expecting to get snow, ice and wind of historic portions
here in St. Louis for the next couple of days.

This gives me a time to slow down from my busy schedule and reflect
on my goals.

I have come to find out that one of the reasons why so many of my
clients succeed in their fitness goals is attitude.

Each and every one of them have an "I will succeed come hell or
high water attitude"

This is one of the most important characteristics needed to succeed.

Of all the clients I've trained, every one of the top
success stories had an attitude - right from the start - that
nothing was going to stand in their way.

Remember no matter what your goal or goals are "the difference
between try and triumph is a little umph." - Author Unknown

Keep pushing on,

Zumba at MVP Fitness

Is the dancer screaming to come out in you? Are you looking for a
fun and challenging way to get in shape? Join the NEW! Zumba class
at MVP Fitness to develop the body that you desire.

MVP Fitness has partnered with Certified Zumba Instructor Rose
Galvin to bring you experienced, motivated fitness dance routines
to get you in shape before spring 2011.

The Zumba program will kick off Saturday, February 5th at 10:30 am
at MVP Fitness, 3339 N. Highway 67, Florissant, MO.

Zumba class will meet twice per week Wednesday's at 7pm and
Saturday's at 10:30am. Cost is only $50 for this five week course.

If you are interested I encourage you to jump over to the website
and sign up today.

Sign up now ------> http://www.mvpfitness.net/Zumba.html

Rose's style is FUN, EASY, EFFECTIVE and ANYONE can do it. This
class burns approximate 400 to 800 calories per hour.

The Benefits of Jucing

Recently while doing a book signing in Atlanta Gospel Artist Keith Dobbins turned me on to juicing.

Juicing is preparing and drinking fruit and vegetable juices, besides the good taste, there are many health benefits of juicing that far exceed those of eating solid fruits and vegetables.

For one thing, the body can quickly absorb larger amounts of nutrients from juicing than from solid foods because the process of digestion that is necessary when you eat whole foods is bypassed. Raw fruits and vegetables contain many substances that enhance health, and juicing benefits the body by providing the most concentrated and readily absorbed source of these substances.


Another one of the major health benefits of juicing is that it gives you an energy boost and is an easy way to increase your metabolic rate.

Juicing also ensures that the body is getting sufficient amounts of phytochemicals, substances in plants that are considered among the most powerful ways to fight disease. In fact, juicing with specific combinations of fruits or vegetables can target particular conditions and improve or alleviate symptoms.

Among the most interesting health benefits of juicing are its anti-aging benefits and its potential for alleviating symptoms of depression. The effects of juicing on depression are accomplished by providing a concentrated source of minerals like magnesium, potassium, iron, calcium, and folic acid. Deficiencies of these nutrients are associated with symptoms of depression.

In conjunction with its positive effects on health, the benefits of juicing also include the fact that it is relatively cost effective and convenient, especially if you prepare your own juices. By staying healthy as a result of increasing your intake of fresh juices, you can also reduce the need for expensive medications. Since there are no side effects associated with juicing, you can drink as much juice as you are able to tolerate, thereby maximizing health benefits.

There are many tasty combinations of fruits and vegetables, and the variety of juices that can be prepared are likely to keep you in the habit of juicing once you realize the many health benefits that doing so can provide.

Here's my favorite jucing recipe:

◦1 apple, cored and sliced
◦1 cup fresh pineapple, cubed, skin removed
◦1/2 inch fresh ginger
Juice the apple and ginger together, then juice the pineapple and serve.

Let's Get Fit!

How important is living a healthy and happy life to you?

Suppose you could take a few easy tips and improve your health and happiness in a matter of a few short weeks! Imagine... finally getting in better shape and at the same time having a toned and trim body that will make you stand out from the crowd.

Sounds too good to be true? Well, it isn't if you have the right advice.

Think about it. Having a strong mind and a healthy body is the most powerful feeling you can have. Simply put, maintaining the highest level of health and wellness is the way to go. It benefits you and it benefits the people around you.

But creating that highest level of health and wellness and finding the time to exercise is the hard part. It could take you years and can cost you a small fortune to figure out just the right combinations that make this wonderful union work.

But instead of knocking yourself out trying to come up with just the right pieces to the puzzle, you now have it right in front of you with the MVP Boot Camp blog. At last! Everything you need to know about becoming a better person and shaping up your body is here.

I know you're probably still leery and a bit on the conservative side, but think about this - if you keep doing the same things over and over again - you'll only succeed in getting the same results. That's why I encourage you try out my proven tips.

These jam-packed tips get to the heart of the information and are a very easy to follow. Here's a partial list of just a tiny fraction of the pearls you'll discover on this blog:

• How to eat smart
• How to reduce stress
• Videos to improve your overall health
• Motivational quotes for a successful life
• 40 Day workout plan to lose weight

Now, just imagine if you started making only a handful of these tips work for you. How much more happiness would that mean to you? There's no need to reinvent the wheel. Everything is ready for you, absolutely turn-keyed, and all laid-out for you step-by-step.

But remember, you must take action to these success tips right away. Don't fail to read this valuable information--chances are too great you'll forget. Think about your return on investment here: If you simply follow my tips from all the information contained in on this blog, you will be a step ahead of the rest.

You really can't afford not to take advantage of the recommendations on this blog, plus, it’s easy to get started right away. Just read the posts and make sure you follow through.

Get ready to enhance your overall wellness. Just think! Now you have proven tips to use and you'll never again suffer through the pain and hassle of living an unhealthy, sick and depressed life.

Lose Weight, Gain Control

Being overweight is hazardous to health. It can lead to diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure and increase the risk of cancer. Yet, conventional wisdom says that, “Losing weight is a nothing more than eating smart and exercising more.”
However, with all of the weight loss supplements and products on the market today, most people probably weigh more than they did five years ago.
For those who are finding it difficult to make the “eat smart, exercise more” guideline part of their daily routine, Erin Holland, I want to provide the following tips to help you succeed with your weight loss goals.

Remember that calories count: A calorie is a unit of energy. The energy contained in the food eaten is converted chemically into a form of energy that can be used to fuel daily activities. Calories become a concern when the extra energy in the calories eaten is stored in the body as body fat.

To lose one pound per week, you need to burn 3500 calories. Through a combination of exercise and nutrition, create a caloric deficit of 3500 calories, or 500 calories per day. Do this by tracking the food calories coming in and calories (burned by exercise) going out.

Get enough sleep: Recent studies indicate a strong link between the amount of sleep and the risk of becoming obese. Now there is a new suggestion for people who want to lose weight: Get more sleep. It may seem surprising that sleeping more would prevent obesity because fewer calories are used when resting. However, the effect of chronic tiredness on increased feelings of hunger may be making the difference in obesity risks.

In the study, those who got less than four hours of sleep a night were 73 percent more likely to be overweight than those who got the recommended seven to nine hours of rest. Those who averaged six hours had 23 percent greater risk of being overweight.

Those who average 8 to 9 hours of sleep a day not only reduce the number of hours they are tempted to eat high calorie foods; they also will have the energy to exercise more.

Get enough exercise: A well-rounded fitness program combines cardio-vascular exercise with flexibility and strength training.
To enhance cardio-respiratory endurance, the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), suggests aerobic activities three to five times each week for 20–60 minutes. Each workout should include a warm up for 5 to 10 minutes and a stretch to cool down during the last 5 to 10 minutes.

The hottest fitness trend today is Kettlebell Training. Kettlebell training is a combination of strength and cardio training. The benefits of a good Kettlbell workout include:

• Build strength.
• Slash and burn fat quickly.
• Increase flexibility, agility, mobility, and improve athletic performance.
• Add tone and definition to the body.
• Boost energy levels.
• Reduce stress and tension
• Get results fast for optimum fitness.

Be a coach: Eating smart and getting regular exercise is a commitment of time and energy that pays off in weight control, muscle strength and lower blood pressure. It also helps to prevent and control many other lifestyle related conditions.

To stay motivated, develop positive self-talk to help ensure compliance with newly developed eating and exercise habits. Repeat motivating phrases such as, “I love myself so therefore, I'll take care of myself,” and “I make time for my health; my health is important,’” or “I am a healthy person who eats right and exercises daily.”

Here's a way to burn 100 Calories in just 3 minutes

One of the latest trends in the fitness industry today is training with kettlebells. Kettlebells look like a cannon ball made of iron cast with a handle on top.

The kettlebell is an ancient Russian exercise device; the kettlebell has long been a favorite in that country for those seeking a special edge in strength and endurance.

How can this “iron cannonball with a handle attached” be the best kept secret—as well as an outstanding tool to get in the best shape? It is because kettlebell training helps you achieve and maintain the highest levels of fitness by boosting your heart rate with a combination of cardio and strength training exercises.

Here's an example of a kettlebell workout. Just copy and paste the link below to your web browser.

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

Here is another tip, don't try kettlebell training if you're looking for an easy way out.

Try it only if you're prepared to work hard, have fun and become a MVP.

How You Can Eat Everything on Thanksgiving… and Not Feel Guilty!

Tomorrow is Thanksgiving and you’re probably getting ready to celebrate with your family and friends – with great food.

This is the time of year when most people put on a few excess pounds. I mean, how can you avoid it? All that turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, sweet-potato pie, green-bean casserole … it’s so easy to over-indulge now and worry about your waistline later.

But here’s some good news. You don’t have to pack on any pounds this Thanksgiving. You can stay on track and still enjoy your favorite foods. Here’s how:

1. Work out when you wake up. Before you sit down to watch the football games tomorrow or turn on the oven, do a quick workout. You’ll feel more energized, you’ll burn calories and you’ll continue to burn more throughout the day. Short bursts of moderately intense exercise work best. I suggest tying my MVP Kettlebell Boot Camp Workout. Do this fun and challenging workout and you’re done for the day!

2. Drink a protein shake. Immediately after your workout, drink a protein shake. Protein shakes are great meal replacements. And with Thanksgiving being such a busy day, you probably don’t have a lot of time to prepare a healthy breakfast. A protein shake will give your muscles the nutrients they need to rev up your metabolism. Plus, they taste great. Chocolate is my favorite.

3. Keep healthy snacks on hand while cooking. Instead of snacking on the rich food you’re cooking, put out a vegetable or fruit platter for munching. This will help you avoid temptation, so you can enjoy the food you’re cooking later without guilt. Want to dip your vegetables? Use some balsamic vinaigrette instead of a creamy dressing.

4. Try a little of everything. When it’s time to sit at the table for dinner, serve yourself a little bit of everything. But do your best to keep your plate 70 percent protein and veggies and 30 percent of the other stuff. This way you won’t feel deprived, but you’ll still stay on the right path.

5. If you’re gonna drink, drink in moderation! You know what? If you’re following the previous steps, you’re already way ahead of the game. And you deserve to enjoy yourself … hey, it is a holiday! The next day, just begin your day with a workout and tons of water and you’ll be fine.

I wish you the happiest and best Thanksgiving ever. And I hope these five tips will allow you to enjoy this amazing holiday without feeling the slightest bit of guilt!

Lots of Energy, Love, Peace, and Happiness!