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Class Time Change

May 8th, 2010

Since that Fargo is covered in orange cones and it has become a royal pain to get anywhere on time, I have decided to bump back our 5pm time to 5:30. All of our other times will stay the same time. 

  • Monday – Thursday
    • 5:45am
    • 6:30am
    • 5:30pm
    • 6:30pm
  • Saturday
    • 10:00am
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Biggest Loser causing drama…

September 28th, 2009

So the biggest loser has premiered and causing some controversy in the industry!

 

Listen to what I had to say about it!

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Note: I mentioned that body fat couldn’t be measured in extremely obese people, well it can, but not effectively in the gym. It takes a lab or some very expensive equipment.

 

So Fargo, let me know what you think!

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Color Coded BMI Charts – Really??

September 21st, 2009

 So researchers have concluded that color coded BMI charts will improve parents understanding of the BMI measurement. 

Listen to what I had to say about this….

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Note: BMI – Body Mass Index: Pretty much a height/weight comparison to the general population. Its very outdated.

Please leave your comments below and tell me what you think!

Here’s the link I was  referring to:

 http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2009/09/090916090320.htm

-j

 

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New Site Design Up

September 14th, 2009

Just a quick one today!

Checkout the new site design at http://fmbootcamps.com

Tell me what you think!

joe

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STILL GYMING IT

September 1st, 2009

I can’t believe I am still going strong at the gym.  No one has been able to keep me dedicated, GOOD JOB JOE!!! 

 

[VIP Guest Post By Tonya F]

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Barefoot exercising is getting popular

July 18th, 2009

 

I’m not crazy after all!IMG00078
 
Barefoot exercising is becoming more popular. A recent posting on Outdoor Magazine’s blog talks about the popularity of barefoot running. (or close to it)
 
The athletic shoe industry is a multi-billion dollar industry. All of this money is spent on the best looking shoe or the new cushioning technology or the latest arch support techniques.
 
But is all this necessary?
 
About a month ago I picked up a pair of Vibram’s Five Finger Shoes off the clearance rack at Scheels All Sports. (just by looking at them, no wonder why they were on the clearance rack… not the best looking shoe!)
 
Imagine water socks with toes, that’s pretty much these shoes.
 
So I’ve been experimenting with barefoot exercising and the preliminary results are looking good. I definitely notice a big difference in my balance as well as my flexibility in my ankles, legs and hips. After the first few workouts I was VERY sore in my ankles and shins, but that subsided quickly. Jogging was a little hard to get used to at first but once I got the hang of it, it felt pretty good to run.
 
The one thing I have to point out in my brief jogging with these is the unbelievable amount of control I have with my feet. Now agility isn’t the first thing you think of when your jogging, but it is when you are jogging barefoot. You have to do to see what I mean!
 
As for strength training, I absolutely love it! I felt like my heels were lower to the ground (which they are) and I was much more balanced throughout my exercises. All my kettlebell work felt great! I definitely notice a big difference in balance and control of my feet.
 
I’m not a big runner, so I can’t tell you the type of impact barefoot running has, but I can tell you strength training has been great!

 http://outside.away.com/outside/bodywork/200906/running-shoes-barefoot.html

http://www.vibramfivefingers.com/

http://www.scheelssports.com

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I’ve noticed better endurance and stamina

July 18th, 2009

Even though we’re still in the early stages of the VIP bootcamp, I really noticed an improvement in my endurance and stamina this week. In the weeks prior, my leg muscles were so fatigued and sore after personal training and bootcamp sessions that I often found it hard to climb stairs in my house or at work.

After my first week of personal training sessions that were followed by bootcamp, I didn’t have great workouts at bootcamp because I was so tired and sore. This week, though, I felt like the personal training amped up my endurance and strength but I was still able to work hard at bootcamp without feeling completely exhausted.

I really feel like I’m building solid muscle and core strength. Now that I’ve noticed this improvement, I’m excited to see if I can start challenging myself in the coming weeks to increase the number of exercises I do during bootcamp as well as increase weight and resistance. I can’t wait to begin this new challenge!

[VIP GUEST POST BY Danielle T]

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bonding experience

July 17th, 2009

I think it is great how everyone is starting to visit more and comment on the changes or the pain they are seeing.  Having team members makes this experience more enjoyable.

 

[VIP GUEST POST BY Casey R]

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I ACTUALLY LIKE GOING TO THE GYM

July 17th, 2009

Over the last 4 years I’ve managed to pack on the pounds, and although I’ve had a membership to the gym for awhile now I haven’t seen the results like the ones that Joe has given me.  Normally I dread going to the gym, I’m not one of those who just loves to work out, UNTIL NOW.  I am in such a routine of doing boot camp that I feel guilty when I miss it!!  It’s been a month now since this VIP bootcamp has started and I already have people telling me that they notice a difference, what more motivation does one need.  THANKS JOE!!!!!!!!

 

[VIP GUEST POST BY Tonya]

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Getting Stronger

July 14th, 2009

With each session I feel like my strength is increasing. During the first couple of session lunges, jump squats and even push-ups were a challenge. Week 3 has definately shown great improvement in all those areas!

[VIP GUEST POST BY Jen K]

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