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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STILL GYMING IT
Tuesday, September 1st, 2009I’ve noticed better endurance and stamina
Saturday, July 18th, 2009Even 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]
bonding experience
Friday, July 17th, 2009I 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]
I ACTUALLY LIKE GOING TO THE GYM
Friday, July 17th, 2009Over 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]
Getting Stronger
Tuesday, July 14th, 2009With 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]
3 Things I Would Like to Change About My Lifestyle and What Am I Doing About it..
Tuesday, July 14th, 2009" Your greatest self has been waiting your whole life; don’t make it wait any longer." Everyday, we always say to ourselves, "today, I am going to do…" But how do you feel at the end of the day when you didn’t do it? Bummed, sad, overwhelmed? This is something I typically ask myself everyday- and I try very hard to do that 1 thing I was set out to do. Now this blog question has me thinking about somethings in the past that I know that I have not done.
So the 3 things I would like to change are the following and how I plan to change it:
- motivating myself to working out and being active
- going to training appointments, bootcamps, daily walks, rollerblading
- eating a more healthy, balanced diet – journaling what I eat -getting my husband to do the same 2 above – any ideas on this one??
[VIP GUEST POST BY Jennifer H]
July 13th
Tuesday, July 14th, 2009Today I feel sore in the shoulders already–will be icing and soaking in a hot bath before bed! I love the pain because I know I am getting a quality workout–today I think I did about 50 clapping pushups!! Coach Joe Rocks!!! I love the pace of the workouts and classes because it forces me to be responsible for what I am getting out of it–I feel more confident in what I already know and am still learning some new tricks!! Very good…
[VIP GUEST POST BY Stephanie R]
My Story :)
Tuesday, July 14th, 2009
I joined the gym and started doing boot camps with the same goal in mind as everyone else… losing weight. However, I have a few difficulties to overcome. I had never been to a gym before (well, except the high school gym in PE class almost 10 years ago) so to say that I was intimidated would be putting it mildly. I was so scared of the gym! Other than walking my dogs I have not purposely done any physical exercise, and felt pretty good about my weight. Well, until I started a full time, sit-at-a-desk-most-of-the-day office job. I am responsible for Marketing new food items to distributors and restaurants. I love my job.. I get to eat new items all the time 
Unfortunately I have gained over 30 pounds in less than a year. Boot camps have already helped me feel better on the inside.
Unfortunately I have gained over 30 pounds in less than a year. Boot camps have already helped me feel better on the inside. Another difficulty I had was horrible back pain and I was going to the chiropractor up to 3 times a week. My near sedentary lifestyle was fatiguing my muscles. I also am a sucker for junk food. So, I have also started to eat better at home, and of course I need to continue to work on that. I even said good bye to the french onion dip in my fridge that has been a main stay in the house.
I want to build muscle, after having such horrible back pain I have become such a wuss, and can barely lift anything. Furthermore, I was put on weight restrictions back in January and was scared to lift anything at all. I look forward to seeing continued results, and have actually I have already had family notice some muscle definition and how much my energy level has increased. Even better I have noticed less pain in my back and more of the "good" pain associated with exercising. Bootcamps are the best way to exercise and are such a great motivator to get fit. I actually miss bootcamps when I have other commitments.
[VIP GUEST POST BY Christy D]
I actually missed bootcamp!!!
Sunday, July 12th, 2009
After missing classes due to work and vacation… I found myself missing bootcamp. I did not like to work-out but I am finding myself actually enjoying bootcamp (After the class is over). I am already seeing some results. I can’t wait for the next 3 months!
[VIP POST BY Angie B]
3 things to change…
Friday, July 10th, 20091. Portion control… I have always just ate things without even thinking about portion size. Smaller meals more often is my new goal!
2. Water~Water~Water!!! No more soda for me.
3. Consistancy! I always seem to start off strong while working out & then get bored. Bootcamp changes things up each time which is what I need to keep my butt going!
[VIP GUEST POST BY Carrie D]