The volume is kinda low but listen to this clip as Kate Graham one of last years 21 Day Campers testament to what the 21 Day Fitness Bootcamp had done for one of her co-workers. O-yea by the way she is still Rocking & Rolling with us in 2011 and seeing some amazing results too. You will get a chance to meet her personally in the 21 Day Fat Loss orientation and she can tell you about the amazing results that she herself has had from the camp.

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Ok you made it over to the blog now listen to this clip and really listen to some of the key words that I mention. At the end of it ask yourself the question “have I finished the race?”

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Today was a nice day to be me! A few ladies in my Charlotte Women’s fitness bootcamp treated me to the Charlotte Carolina Panters Game. O-yeah…and did I mention we had box seats?? Today the Carolina Panthers played the Arizona Cardinals and it was a cold one here in the Carolinas. We ate some good food and no it wasn’t healthy, but that’s okay since we kicked butt all week in fitness bootcamp. This was my Christmas present from the ladies and I have to say it was very nice of them. One of the reasons why I love doing the Charlotte ladies women’s fitness bootcamp is we truly become like a family. Are you missing that connection with some ladies? If you would like to combine fitness and friendship go now to www.charlottebootcampsforwomen.com and check us out. Thank you ladies for the Sunday afternoon treat. Check out the pics of us at the game.

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Okay so you can’t stand the idea of one more morning on that treadmill…trust me I know how you feel! I have to get very creative with getting my cardio in or I am sure I would come up with a million excuses. I love nature so I take every opportunity I can to go mountain biking, hiking, and basically anything I can do outside to get a good workout in. Doing this also gives me the opportunity to involve the family. Me, my son Kendrick, and my dog Ziggy (and sometimes on a good day Jackie) all love hitting the trails. Check out my short video on me and Kendrick mountain biking at the National White Water Center. If you have not checked out this place located in Charlotte then you are missing out. Go now to http://www.personaltrainersincharlotte.com/personal-trainers-in-charlotte-news-article-3.html and read further on how I give tips to Lancaster SC residents on how to break up the monotony of the treadmill.

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Hi guys I spent all weekend training with Jeff Martone from Tactical Training who is one of the first certified senior Kettlebell instructors in the United States.  Jeff is one of the best in Kettlebell instructors in the industry.  I learned lots of KB exercises and new techniquesto help maximize your workouts and burn some serious amounts of body fat.  Trust me when I say that I got my butt kicked this past weekend.  By Sunday evening I had completed over 2000 reps with a kettlebell. 

So what is kettleball training?  Glad you asked.  

Kettlebells are cannonballs with a handle and a flat surface at bottom. They’re funny looking little things. Originally from Russia, the kettlebell was used by Russian athletes (or girevik’s, as they’re called in Russia) to create resistance and train with. What initially started off as a simple tool to increase a mans (or woman’s!) strength was found to be something more. Not only was strength increasing, so was endurance, agility and balance too. The effect of the kettlebells weight distribution combined with specialized kettlebell exercises yielded greater results than expected!

Kettlebell training is taking over the fitness world.  I am so excited to incorporate this into my business and offer it to all of my Charlotte health and fitness family.  All I can say is if you thought I kicked your butt before….you haven’t seen nothing yet!  If you are not part of the Healing Strength Personal Training family go now to www.personaltrainersincharlotte.com and register for your free consultation

So CWBC as well as to 1-0n-1 clients get ready for take off!

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I am so blessed to have a son who is so driven to take a part in his health and wellness. Kendrick loves to go the gym and work out with me. He is twelve years old and taking a strong interest in his body and wanting to look nice. Right now I am less than 4 weeks out from competing in a pro qualifier body building show in Illinois. I will be doing a show next weekend on April 24th right here in Charlotte as well. For any of you locals who would like to come out and support me I would greatly appreciate it. You will love the show and it’s right here in Charlotte. Show details can be found at http://www.leepromotions.com/images/char_cup.jpg

Anyways getting back on topic I love working out with my son. Working out together gives us the opportunity to bond, catch up on life, and get in better shape. When is the last time you exercised with your family? Go now to www.charlottepersonaltrainers.com and see how you can take your first step towards your health and wellness.

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I had a blast this morning on Charlotte’s WPEG Power 98 with the morning maddhouse crew! It was so wild! They contacted me a few weeks ago about giving an interview on spring fitness tips for the Charlotte and surrounding area. I also got the opportunity to hang out with 2 other top Charlotte trainers including Tory Woodbury and Lisa Fields. We had some great calls this morning into the radio station and I honestly enjoyed myself. Go ahead and check it out right now…

http://cbswpeg.files.wordpress.com/2010/03/fitness.mp3?dl=1

This opportunity was such a blessing and I am so grateful for how far Healing Strength Personal Training has grown. If you are ready to start your health and fitness journey go now to www.healingcharlotte.com to recieve your free consultation.

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Check out one of my new additions to the Healing Strength Personal Training family, Jason Braboy. Jason is a former college football player who is still seeking guidance for his heath and fitness goals. The thing I love about my business is that I get to encounter so many different people. Jason of course is a lot diffenet from the women who attend the Women’s Fitness Bootcamps. I love being able to work with so many different types of people who all have a similar goal of health and wellness. Check out what Jason says about guys thinking “they shouldn’t hire a tainer.” If you haven’t registered today for your free consultatuion go now to www.healingcharlotte.com and take advantage of this wonderful opportunity.

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I would like to introduce you to one of the newest members of Healing Strength’s Personal Training family, Kevin Carpenter. Kevin is an engineer by profession and trust me this guy appreciates detail. Always when people hire me they are looking for detail specifically with nutrition. Kevin loves having access to our state of the art nutrition software, which allows you to create meal plans. It also designs meal plans specifically to your health and fitness goals. Go now to www.healingcharlotte.com and check out our nutritional vault.

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Let me begin by sharing that I hope everyone has a wonderful Happy Valentine’s Day. Times are hard now and it’s no secret that money is tight. Restaurants are over priced, entrees are full of calories, and today they will be way over crowded. What better way to show your loved one how much you love them by cooking a healthy dinner straight from the heart. Omelet’s are easy and go over any time of the day. This recipe is super healthy and tastes even better! Please leave me a comment by clicking on the title and let me know how this recipe worked for you.

Ingredients
1 cup refrigerated or frozen egg product, thawed, or 4 eggs
1 tablespoon snipped fresh cilantro
Dash salt
Dash ground cumin
Nonstick cooking spray
1 ounce reduced-fat cheddar cheese, reduced-fat Swiss cheese, or Monterey Jack cheese with jalapeno chile peppers, shredded (1/4 cup)
3/4 cup fresh baby spinach leaves
Corn-Pepper Relish (below)

Directions
1. In a medium bowl, combine egg, cilantro, salt, and cumin. Beat with a whisk or rotary beater until frothy.

2. Coat an unheated 10-inch nonstick skillet with flared sides with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat skillet over medium heat.

3. Pour egg mixture into prepared skillet. Cook, without stirring, for 2 to 3 minutes or until egg mixture begins to set. Run a spatula around edge of skillet, lifting egg mixture so uncooked portion flows underneath.

4. Continue cooking and lifting edge until egg mixture is set but is still glossy and moist. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with three-fourths of the spinach and half of the Corn-Pepper Relish. Using the spatula, lift and fold an edge of the omelet partially over filling. Top with remaining spinach and the remaining relish. Cut omelet in half; transfer to warm plates.

5. Corn-Pepper Relish: In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup chopped red sweet pepper; 1/4 cup frozen loose-pack whole kernel corn, thawed; 2 tablespoons chopped red onion; and 1 tablespoon snipped fresh cilantro.

NUTRITION FACTS PER SERVING: 142 calories, 5 g fat (3 g sat), 9 g carbo, 12 mg chol, 393 mg sodium, 17 g protein, 2 g fiber.

It’s not too late to treat yourself to the wonderful gift of health by going to www.charlotte21dayfatloss.com and joining Charlotte’s most exciting women’s fitness boot camp. The camp cost only a dollar a day! That’s right, a dollar a day. You can’t even buy a soda for a dollar. Reserve your slot now and I hope to see you soon.

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