Kristen's" Fitness Is A Lifestyle" Daily Tips

S.M.A.R.T. Goal Setting Is your goal to lose weight, run a 5k, improve flexibility, or just be fit, then by setting SMART fitness goals will help you stay focused and motivated along your journey of accomplishing a short term goal. S - specific: AN example is that you want to lose weight. But, you need to be specific about it. How much? By when? How you will be going about it? Where you will be working out (location) and what formal exercise you will doing? Why do you want to lose? And, be honest with yourself. M - measurable: Where are you right now? Right down your weight if it is to lose weight. Write down your time if you are trying to lower your 5K time. Give yourself measureable points along the way. Such as, I won't weigh myself until at the end of this month. I will time my pace every Monday> A - attainable: Make sure it is something you can really accomplish. Can you really lose 20 lbs in a month....absolutely not (safely), but you could probably lose 5-6 lbs of body fa...

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU 2011 SPRING SHAPE UP 12-WEEK PROGRAM Welcome to the Fusion Fitness New Year, New You 2011 Spring Shape Up Program. This program will begin Saturday, January 15th and ends April 9th. The program is tailored to reward physical activity and healthy lifestyle choices for all Fusion participants. You will set your own goals and track your points using the chart. Complete the registration form and include your challenge level and SMART goal setting (be honest with yourself, but do challenge yourself). You can attend any group fitness class at FUSION to receive points. You can also earn points for making healthy lifestyle choices. SEE BELOW... Any 45 minute class = 2 points Any 60 minute class = 3 points Kristen's Saturday Special = 4 points Level I: 48 - 60 points Level II: 61 - 72 points Level III: 73 - 84 points Level IV: 85 - 96 points ADDITIONAL POINTS TO BE EARNED: · .25 points for eating at least 5 fruits and/or vegetables in a day · .25 points for...

Just a note from the office: Dates to remember Saturday, August 28 th - Pre -Registration Date for September Classes Patty and Valerie will be available to assist you with your registration for September classes and answer any questions you may have about the pricing policy and structure. Also, Casey Fett with Team Beachbody will be on site to talk about the Shakeology Program and hand out samples. Please stop in that Saturday morning and meet Casey.

Answer: No. All forms of cardio are created equal when it comet to working the thighs , glutes or any other body part. Many people think they can reduce fat on specific areas of their body and not others . They think that if a certain cardio machine or exercise works the lower body more, it will automatically lead to more fat loss in that area. Unfortunately , it's not that easy. You cannot dictate where your body will take fat from. When energy demands increase, your body depletes stored fat from all over your body, not just from a specific spot. Thus, burning fat from the thighs is actually burning fat from your shoulders, upper back, calves and the rest of your body too. It would be great if we could tell our bodies to shrink certain areas and not others, but it doesn't work that way.

I am so excited to share with everyone at FUSION my new addiction to Beachbody shakeology drinks. Right now my favorite is the chocolate over the greenberry and that's probably just because I love peanut butter together with chocolate...it's like a peanut butter cup. Her is my concoction: I chop up tons and tons of ice (have to make it extra thick), add the chocolate powder, 1 cup almond milk and two tbsp PB2. I put the blender on smoothie for a while so it is extra thick and well blended. Now, check out total kcals ... Chocolate Shakeology = 140 kcals PB2 = 45 kcals Almond Milk = 60 kcals Ice = 0 kcals Total = 285 kcals And best thing, I'm am full, satisfied, got all my nutrients to replenish tissues and for protein re synthesis to occur, and I don't have that lethargic feeling...which is the worst. The unique blend of shakeology gives the body the recommended amount of protein to carb ratio after a workout, a full supply of fruit & vegetable nutrients and i...

The Thursday night (6:15pm) Turbokick class on July 15 th will not be held. If you are registered for the class, you will receive a $4 credit that can be used towards another class or you may deduct the $4 from your total for the next session beginning August 1st. The 5:15pm ZUMBA Thursday evening will still be held as well as the 6:20pm Pilate's class. Or, you can attend the early morning 5am Turbokick class Thursday morning. Sorry about the inconvenience - don't forget the "free" classes this Saturday from 7:00-10:30am.

Try out a little bit of everything that Fusion has to offer. Each class is 25 minutes long. Classes will be structured so that you can learn technique and basic choreography that each class has to offer. Will you get a work out still? Of course!!! Don't worry, I'll keep you moving nonstop. Find out what new classes will be coming to Fusion this fall!!! All the classes are free and your encouraged to bring your spouse, co-worker, family or a friend. Nothing is better and more important than giving the gift of health. You will also have the opportunity to meet with Beachbody Wellness Coach, Casey Fett . A true inspiration when it comes to helping others attain their goals - whether it's weight loss, eating more balanced-energizing meals, cleansing the body, or recharging the metabolic rate, she is the expert. Samples of the Beachbody shakeology will be available ...try them they are yummy , filling and full of nutrients. SCHEDULE 7-7:25am Turbokick 7:30-7:55am Hip Hop Hus...