So back in November I got fortunate enough to be invited down to California to be a part of a new Turbo Jam infomercial! It was an absolutely amazing time and I got to meet and spend time with people I will be friends with forever!
Below is a clip of the final product!
Saturday, June 30, 2007
Sunday, June 24, 2007
Whirlwind Weekend - TEXAS STYLE!
Wow!!! How much fun was this weekend!?
Well Heather and I went to bed Thursday night around 1am after lollygagging and taking our sweet time getting packed for our trip to Texas.
We had to be up and out the door early, which was painful Friday morning. We hopped in a cab at approximately 430am and headed to the airport for a pleasantly quiet, and uneventful flight to Dallas! Our friend, Kevin picked us up at the airport and we stayed with him and my awesome friend Gen (who I met in person when we did the Turbo Jam™ infomercial together back in November of last year).
*****By the way....That INFOMERCIAL IS ON TV!!! AS of YESTERDAY!!! WE SAW IT THIS MORNING!!!! I'M NOT IN IT A TONNE..BUT I AM THERE!!! YEEEEE****
We spent some time running errands with Gen and Kevin (and their cool sons Austin and Daniel) and then headed to a Japanese Hibachi Restaraunt. I was surprised by my friend Jackie Bull and Missy who met us at the restaraunt and we had a birthday lunch (it was my birthday!) Jackie got me a cool Texas Longhorn hat (that I wore a lot over the weekend).
We spent some time at Gen's house after lunch and then headed off to 24Hour Fitness where Chalene was doing a special class (since she was going to be in town for Mindy's wedding, like we were).
We got their pretty early (about 1.5hours early) and there were LOTS of people already there. I was MOSTLY surprised by a bunch of folks who I hadn't met before who were excited to meet ME! I was mostly speechless about that but got to meet a lot of REALLY cool folks which made the day amazing!
Chalene came out and did her thing to more than 300 participants. It was absolutely stunning how many people made it out (good thing they held the class in the basketball court instead of the GroupX room!) We had a blast!
Janice, Doris and Pilar are three friends I've known through the Beachbody message boards for quite a while (I think I've known Pilar for more than 4years now) and got to meet them all in person for the first time before class! What an absolute treat!
I'm not going to list everyone else for fear of missing someone, but there wasn't a person I met over the weekend who didn't leave a lasting impression on me!
So my weekend has already been made amazing by this point and we haven't even gotten to reason why we came to Texas, and that was Mindy and Lee's wedding!
Saturday was HOT! Soooo freaking hot...but it was Sunny, beautiful and we got to the Ranch where the wedding was being help about 15minutes before the wedding. What an amazing place! The wedding was outdoors and at the foot of a small lake (or big pond). Lee took his place at the edge of the water shortly after we sat down and Mindy walked down the aisle. I hadn't seen Mindy in 2months and she is always in amazing shape (being the ultra fitness professional that she is) but WOW! She was not only stunningly gorgeous, but just amazing! The ceremony was short and sweet and the reception was an intimate and fun luncheon.
A great group of girls who are friends, family and colleagues of Mindy's did all the catering and they did an AMAZING job!
Heather, Myself, Gen, Jackie, Chalene and Bret shared a table and had a great time chatting and munching away on lunch while Mindy and Lee made there way around from guest to guest. The reception itself ended mid-afternoon and after relaxing and being mallrats for a little while, we met up with everyone downtown for a post-wedding party.
It was great and we slept like logs that night!
Today was very cool too! I got to meet Gen's inlaws (we all went to pick up Gen's youngest son from a sleepover with grandma and grandpa). Very nice folks and Gen's father in law has the COOLEST model train setup in the house! Oh man! He's been doing this since he was 17years old and the room he has setup now has apparently been "in progress" for 40 years! It was like nothing I've seen.
Gen and Kevin and the kids took Heather and I downtown in Dallas for lunch today (and we got to check out some JFK history too). I know my mom would be excited about this as she is a huge US History buff. We stook on the "grassy knoll" saw the Book Depository and I even stood right on the spot where the third shot hit JFK (and took a photo up the road so you can see where the car was coming from). It was all a little eerie really. But very interesting and cool nonetheless.
We made it to the airport and survived a minor delay to make it home just before midnight!
We've got a few pictures (Heather is playing with them right now) and are hoping to get some of Jackie's (I think I took 900 pictures with her camera this weekend) and Gen so I will post some of them later this week.
All in all it was an absolutely amazing weekend! I saw old friends, made some really cool new ones. Did I mention it was HOT?!
Anyways, what a blast! I can't wait to see a lot of the Texas folks again in August, when we head to California for camp TK (Everyone needs to join Team BLUE by the way)!!
Well Heather and I went to bed Thursday night around 1am after lollygagging and taking our sweet time getting packed for our trip to Texas.
We had to be up and out the door early, which was painful Friday morning. We hopped in a cab at approximately 430am and headed to the airport for a pleasantly quiet, and uneventful flight to Dallas! Our friend, Kevin picked us up at the airport and we stayed with him and my awesome friend Gen (who I met in person when we did the Turbo Jam™ infomercial together back in November of last year).
*****By the way....That INFOMERCIAL IS ON TV!!! AS of YESTERDAY!!! WE SAW IT THIS MORNING!!!! I'M NOT IN IT A TONNE..BUT I AM THERE!!! YEEEEE****
We spent some time running errands with Gen and Kevin (and their cool sons Austin and Daniel) and then headed to a Japanese Hibachi Restaraunt. I was surprised by my friend Jackie Bull and Missy who met us at the restaraunt and we had a birthday lunch (it was my birthday!) Jackie got me a cool Texas Longhorn hat (that I wore a lot over the weekend).
We spent some time at Gen's house after lunch and then headed off to 24Hour Fitness where Chalene was doing a special class (since she was going to be in town for Mindy's wedding, like we were).
We got their pretty early (about 1.5hours early) and there were LOTS of people already there. I was MOSTLY surprised by a bunch of folks who I hadn't met before who were excited to meet ME! I was mostly speechless about that but got to meet a lot of REALLY cool folks which made the day amazing!
Chalene came out and did her thing to more than 300 participants. It was absolutely stunning how many people made it out (good thing they held the class in the basketball court instead of the GroupX room!) We had a blast!
Janice, Doris and Pilar are three friends I've known through the Beachbody message boards for quite a while (I think I've known Pilar for more than 4years now) and got to meet them all in person for the first time before class! What an absolute treat!
I'm not going to list everyone else for fear of missing someone, but there wasn't a person I met over the weekend who didn't leave a lasting impression on me!
So my weekend has already been made amazing by this point and we haven't even gotten to reason why we came to Texas, and that was Mindy and Lee's wedding!
Saturday was HOT! Soooo freaking hot...but it was Sunny, beautiful and we got to the Ranch where the wedding was being help about 15minutes before the wedding. What an amazing place! The wedding was outdoors and at the foot of a small lake (or big pond). Lee took his place at the edge of the water shortly after we sat down and Mindy walked down the aisle. I hadn't seen Mindy in 2months and she is always in amazing shape (being the ultra fitness professional that she is) but WOW! She was not only stunningly gorgeous, but just amazing! The ceremony was short and sweet and the reception was an intimate and fun luncheon.
A great group of girls who are friends, family and colleagues of Mindy's did all the catering and they did an AMAZING job!
Heather, Myself, Gen, Jackie, Chalene and Bret shared a table and had a great time chatting and munching away on lunch while Mindy and Lee made there way around from guest to guest. The reception itself ended mid-afternoon and after relaxing and being mallrats for a little while, we met up with everyone downtown for a post-wedding party.
It was great and we slept like logs that night!
Today was very cool too! I got to meet Gen's inlaws (we all went to pick up Gen's youngest son from a sleepover with grandma and grandpa). Very nice folks and Gen's father in law has the COOLEST model train setup in the house! Oh man! He's been doing this since he was 17years old and the room he has setup now has apparently been "in progress" for 40 years! It was like nothing I've seen.
Gen and Kevin and the kids took Heather and I downtown in Dallas for lunch today (and we got to check out some JFK history too). I know my mom would be excited about this as she is a huge US History buff. We stook on the "grassy knoll" saw the Book Depository and I even stood right on the spot where the third shot hit JFK (and took a photo up the road so you can see where the car was coming from). It was all a little eerie really. But very interesting and cool nonetheless.
We made it to the airport and survived a minor delay to make it home just before midnight!
We've got a few pictures (Heather is playing with them right now) and are hoping to get some of Jackie's (I think I took 900 pictures with her camera this weekend) and Gen so I will post some of them later this week.
All in all it was an absolutely amazing weekend! I saw old friends, made some really cool new ones. Did I mention it was HOT?!
Anyways, what a blast! I can't wait to see a lot of the Texas folks again in August, when we head to California for camp TK (Everyone needs to join Team BLUE by the way)!!
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Turbo Kick™ in the Park
Turbo soothes the savage beast?
Well I found out this morning that it does. My Wednesday morning class at Fitness One begins at 630am. The gym opens at 600am (usually) so I've never had a problem. But this morning was a little different. Heather and I got off the subway train and turned the corner towards the gym and we saw about 25 people not looking as happy as they should have on a Sunny Wednesday morning, all standing in front of the gym looking very put out.
It looks like somebody slept in this morning. The gyms only has one staff member on duty in the mornings, so the whole gym relies on them being on-time. Well today whoever it was, was far from on-time. I walked into a pretty angry bunch. So for about 5minutes I waited with the group, sympathized with them but quickly realized that nobody was on the way and that there was no point continuing to be upset about something we obviously have no control over.
So instead of letting the anger of the crowd fuel our fire, I let the ladies know that if they would rather get their workout done, and have some fun in the park instead of hanging around a door that may or may not open for the next hour that they were more than welcome to join me in the park!
I had my IPOD Speakers like normal (and I have batteries in them just in case the power goes out at the gym. don't laugh it's happened!)
So about a dozen ladies (a few stayed back to make sure whoever was late knew that they were angry I suppose) came with me and Heather and we busted a move in the park around the corner!
It was FANTASTIC! Its amazing how great a cool breeze, and fresh air feel while we're sweating to Michael Jackson and MC Hammer! ;)
I have two more classes to teach tonight, and I'm sure they will go smoother but I can say with 100% certainty that they won't be as improv or as fresh as this morning!
What a great way to start the day! An Hour in the park!!!
Well I found out this morning that it does. My Wednesday morning class at Fitness One begins at 630am. The gym opens at 600am (usually) so I've never had a problem. But this morning was a little different. Heather and I got off the subway train and turned the corner towards the gym and we saw about 25 people not looking as happy as they should have on a Sunny Wednesday morning, all standing in front of the gym looking very put out.
It looks like somebody slept in this morning. The gyms only has one staff member on duty in the mornings, so the whole gym relies on them being on-time. Well today whoever it was, was far from on-time. I walked into a pretty angry bunch. So for about 5minutes I waited with the group, sympathized with them but quickly realized that nobody was on the way and that there was no point continuing to be upset about something we obviously have no control over.
So instead of letting the anger of the crowd fuel our fire, I let the ladies know that if they would rather get their workout done, and have some fun in the park instead of hanging around a door that may or may not open for the next hour that they were more than welcome to join me in the park!
I had my IPOD Speakers like normal (and I have batteries in them just in case the power goes out at the gym. don't laugh it's happened!)
So about a dozen ladies (a few stayed back to make sure whoever was late knew that they were angry I suppose) came with me and Heather and we busted a move in the park around the corner!
It was FANTASTIC! Its amazing how great a cool breeze, and fresh air feel while we're sweating to Michael Jackson and MC Hammer! ;)
I have two more classes to teach tonight, and I'm sure they will go smoother but I can say with 100% certainty that they won't be as improv or as fresh as this morning!
What a great way to start the day! An Hour in the park!!!
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Tuesday!
So this morning Heather was planning on walking to work with one of her coworkers, so we were up (ok SHE was up) way earlier than normal. She got a text message from her coworker who was calling from the train (she lives outside the city) and said it was raining, so the walk was OFF. So that leaves us LOTS of time to chill out this morning!
Class last night was awesome! There were over 60 ladies in class and the energy was pumping! It was such a blast! Tomorrow is my Big 3class day, so I will use today as a recharge and rest day!
No classes today, so as long as I am able to get my errands done I think I am going to head out to the gym and get in a light workout.
I'm excited about Camp Turbo Kick even more now too! I'm going to be a team captain and I am so excited about it! Camp Turbo Kick is basically a cross between summer camp and super extreme workouts! We do a LOT working out over 4 days, but we ALSO get to spend a tonne of time just enjoying life and fitness! So this year, along with Lana, one of the craziest, most energetic and creative people I've ever met I get to lead "Team Blue" at camp! We're going to have such a blast!
Class last night was awesome! There were over 60 ladies in class and the energy was pumping! It was such a blast! Tomorrow is my Big 3class day, so I will use today as a recharge and rest day!
No classes today, so as long as I am able to get my errands done I think I am going to head out to the gym and get in a light workout.
I'm excited about Camp Turbo Kick even more now too! I'm going to be a team captain and I am so excited about it! Camp Turbo Kick is basically a cross between summer camp and super extreme workouts! We do a LOT working out over 4 days, but we ALSO get to spend a tonne of time just enjoying life and fitness! So this year, along with Lana, one of the craziest, most energetic and creative people I've ever met I get to lead "Team Blue" at camp! We're going to have such a blast!
Friday, June 15, 2007
Friday Mornings. My Favourite!
I've now decided that Friday morning is my favourite time of the week!!! I teach a class at 645am, which I have also decided is the BEST time of the day! Its JUST late enough that I feel REALLY good when class starts but not too late (I still make it to work on time).
This time of year especially, the sun is up and shining on my walk to AND from the gym which is amazing!
The class we're building up at Premier Fitness is amazing as well. So energetic, willing to learn and are loving this "new" thing called Turbo Kick™ that they get to try! It's amazing!
I think my Turbo High is at its best this morning! I LOVE bringing Turbo to new people and I already have folks interested in getting certified at this new club! I can't believe how fast they catch on too! Faster than I ever did thats for sure!!
So awesome! The next couple of weeks will be interesting for me. I've been offered more classes and another class at a third gym. I need to figure out how I can fit things into my schedule. Some juggling may have to happen.
Well time to head to work! One more class tonight!!
This time of year especially, the sun is up and shining on my walk to AND from the gym which is amazing!
The class we're building up at Premier Fitness is amazing as well. So energetic, willing to learn and are loving this "new" thing called Turbo Kick™ that they get to try! It's amazing!
I think my Turbo High is at its best this morning! I LOVE bringing Turbo to new people and I already have folks interested in getting certified at this new club! I can't believe how fast they catch on too! Faster than I ever did thats for sure!!
So awesome! The next couple of weeks will be interesting for me. I've been offered more classes and another class at a third gym. I need to figure out how I can fit things into my schedule. Some juggling may have to happen.
Well time to head to work! One more class tonight!!
Thursday, June 14, 2007
Confusion
There is a yahoo group called Turbo Kick Fanatics that has lot of members of, who because of Chalene Johnson, and the Turbo Kick Program she has created have a place to talk to, and share their passion for Turbo Kick and Fitness in General. People on there are either enthusiasts of Turbo Kick (and Turbo Jam), Instructors of Turbo Kick as well as Area Promotions Directors and Presenters of Turbo Kick. Basically a LOT of people who really love this program and the lady who brought it to them.
Chalene is a very gifted athlete, Instructor, Dancer, Fitness Presenter and has been a feature at IDEA Fitness quite a few times . She is very well respected, not only in the "Turbo Kick" circles, but in the Fitness Realm in general.
Now Chalene is in a contest right now for the next IDEA Conference
Click here to check out her entry and PLEASE vote.
http://www.ideafit.com/health_fitness_video_contest/ContestVideosView.aspx?vid=133
A few people seemed to get upset on the Turbo Kick Fanatics board that a couple people were leaving posts, encouraging people to support Chalene, the lady who if it were not for her, the board would not even have a reason for existing.
The TK Fanatics board is always trying to keep content pointed towards On-Topic, but to be honest there are SO MANY off-topic posts daily that nobody says boo about, and I am very surprised at the attitude of some of the so-called TURBO KICK Fanatics who say that they love Chalene but shun those people who are publicly supporting, and reminding other FANATICS that Chalene needs their support.
Chalene would never ask for the support herself, which is people who know and love her were posting to folks, reminding them and keeping everyone updated on the status of the contest Chalene is in. I am just a little surprised that people on a board called "Turbo Kick FANATICS", showed a lack of support of the lady who CREATED Turbo Kick by shunning the people who were trying to drum up support for her.
Well that's it for tonight. Two TK classes tomorrow! One at Each gym, so I am super excited, and TFIG tomorrow too! It's been a stressful week at work and I can't WAIT to blow off some steam in my classes!
Chalene is a very gifted athlete, Instructor, Dancer, Fitness Presenter and has been a feature at IDEA Fitness quite a few times . She is very well respected, not only in the "Turbo Kick" circles, but in the Fitness Realm in general.
Now Chalene is in a contest right now for the next IDEA Conference
Click here to check out her entry and PLEASE vote.
http://www.ideafit.com/health_fitness_video_contest/ContestVideosView.aspx?vid=133
A few people seemed to get upset on the Turbo Kick Fanatics board that a couple people were leaving posts, encouraging people to support Chalene, the lady who if it were not for her, the board would not even have a reason for existing.
The TK Fanatics board is always trying to keep content pointed towards On-Topic, but to be honest there are SO MANY off-topic posts daily that nobody says boo about, and I am very surprised at the attitude of some of the so-called TURBO KICK Fanatics who say that they love Chalene but shun those people who are publicly supporting, and reminding other FANATICS that Chalene needs their support.
Chalene would never ask for the support herself, which is people who know and love her were posting to folks, reminding them and keeping everyone updated on the status of the contest Chalene is in. I am just a little surprised that people on a board called "Turbo Kick FANATICS", showed a lack of support of the lady who CREATED Turbo Kick by shunning the people who were trying to drum up support for her.
Well that's it for tonight. Two TK classes tomorrow! One at Each gym, so I am super excited, and TFIG tomorrow too! It's been a stressful week at work and I can't WAIT to blow off some steam in my classes!
Aches be gone
Well I'm feeling great today! All the aches from yesterday's Turbo Marathon are gone! Heather left for work early today, because one of her coworkers and her decided to walk to work (instead of taking the 20minute streetcar ride).
Tonight I'm planning on heading to my buddy's bike shop and bringing over some spare parts and bike frames I have and dropping off my broken frame for him. Hopefully in the next couple of weeks I should have a new bike put together and can be back on the road again! I am REALLY excited about that!
8 more days until we flight out to Dallas as well! I am SO excited that we get to be with my good friend, Mindy for her wedding! We're staying with another awesome friend, Gen and her family for the weekend and from the looks of it, we should get a Turbo Class or 2 in as well! Chalene is coming to town as well, so she's planning on getting a class or two going! It's going to be a fun weekend!!!
Well time to get moving! I made Heather and I our gourmet omelets again this morning for breakfast! Tasty! Tomorrow we need to find something new though. No more of this eating the same thing every day for 6months!! :)
Tonight I'm planning on heading to my buddy's bike shop and bringing over some spare parts and bike frames I have and dropping off my broken frame for him. Hopefully in the next couple of weeks I should have a new bike put together and can be back on the road again! I am REALLY excited about that!
8 more days until we flight out to Dallas as well! I am SO excited that we get to be with my good friend, Mindy for her wedding! We're staying with another awesome friend, Gen and her family for the weekend and from the looks of it, we should get a Turbo Class or 2 in as well! Chalene is coming to town as well, so she's planning on getting a class or two going! It's going to be a fun weekend!!!
Well time to get moving! I made Heather and I our gourmet omelets again this morning for breakfast! Tasty! Tomorrow we need to find something new though. No more of this eating the same thing every day for 6months!! :)
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
Ouch!
I ache.
It was such a busy day today! Class 1 was awesome but Class 2 and 3 really had me fired up today! Today was my first 10 Turbo day today as well! I felt amazing through all 3 classes. At the end of each class I was absolutely wiped out, but by the beginning of the next class I was ready to rock! The walk home from the gym at the end of the day was actually the toughest part of the day! Its about a 40minute walk home and by the time we arrived I was definitely ready to sit down!!
Tomorrow is an off day as far as teaching is concerned but if my aches are gone I'm planning on going for a run after work. Something else I discovered at work that I'm excited about...
A panini press! I'm going to buy a loaf of whole wheat bread and a package of cheese slices for snacks! Well that's it for tonight!
It was such a busy day today! Class 1 was awesome but Class 2 and 3 really had me fired up today! Today was my first 10 Turbo day today as well! I felt amazing through all 3 classes. At the end of each class I was absolutely wiped out, but by the beginning of the next class I was ready to rock! The walk home from the gym at the end of the day was actually the toughest part of the day! Its about a 40minute walk home and by the time we arrived I was definitely ready to sit down!!
Tomorrow is an off day as far as teaching is concerned but if my aches are gone I'm planning on going for a run after work. Something else I discovered at work that I'm excited about...
A panini press! I'm going to buy a loaf of whole wheat bread and a package of cheese slices for snacks! Well that's it for tonight!
Big Day!!
Today is off to a great start! I just got home from the first of my three classes today. I'm just letting my omelet cool down before having breakfast and heading off to work! Today's first class was a little smaller and we had some new faces, so I took this opportunity to work on form with the class, and I think they really enjoyed it! It was definitely less high impact than normal, but everyone was sweating like crazy and groaning at the end of class!
Food-Wise my biggest focus is getting my water in-take back to where its consistent. I've been all over the place with that. Some days its been 2 litres, some 4 litres, and I've had a few days with barely any. I will be making sure I hit a minimum of 4 litres per day (not including post class water).
I've really noticed a lot of new folks in my classes lately, which is awesome!
I'm looking forward to this afternoon after work! I LOVE the new Skydome gym I'm teaching at and really am excited that I have the opportunity to bring Turbo Kick™ to a whole new group of folks! This is a gym which, unlike my current gym I know nobody and Turbo is new to EVERYONE!
Well that's it for now! I will be back and will post later tonight after classes!!
Food-Wise my biggest focus is getting my water in-take back to where its consistent. I've been all over the place with that. Some days its been 2 litres, some 4 litres, and I've had a few days with barely any. I will be making sure I hit a minimum of 4 litres per day (not including post class water).
I've really noticed a lot of new folks in my classes lately, which is awesome!
I'm looking forward to this afternoon after work! I LOVE the new Skydome gym I'm teaching at and really am excited that I have the opportunity to bring Turbo Kick™ to a whole new group of folks! This is a gym which, unlike my current gym I know nobody and Turbo is new to EVERYONE!
Well that's it for now! I will be back and will post later tonight after classes!!
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Consolidating!
So the last couple of months I think I have been spreading myself a little too thin and as a result I don't think I have been as consistent as I would have liked. Work is going amazing, and my classes are going great (I'm teaching regularly at two clubs now, and am happy to be having to turn down offers to teach more, as I am teaching Turbo Kick™ at least 7 times per week which I think at this point in my life is fine).
I have booked my first Turbo Kick Certification here in Toronto as well (Sep29) and am starting to ramp up the promotion of that which is really exciting as well!
But keeping in touch with my long distance friends has been tough. A lot of them are part of online communities, which makes it easy to keep up with them when we're online, but with everything going on right now, I just haven't been spending as much time online.
I've noticed in the past that many of my long distance friendships seem like and "outgoing" relationship, and now that I am in a place where I'm basically working full days and teaching twice per day during the week I haven't been as good at calling my friends as I feel I should have. No surprise to me, because of that I haven't heard from many of them at all. People get busy with life, but I am quickly realizing that the people who are truly your friends will be there, and will return calls if you are quiet, they will call you out. I'm moving on. I have way too many exciting things going on, and too many supportive and amazing friends to stress about those who have decided to remove themselves from my life.
Tomorrow (Wednesday) is my most challenging day of the week (self imposed). I teach 3 classes tomorrow on top of my work day which has me in a total whirlwind from 530am until 900pm door to door but MAN do I sleep well!! Days like Wednesdays make me REALLY appreciate my days off, and REALLY appreciate the days where I teach 1 class!
Anyways, I've definitely not been using my blog as much as I used to, but I think that will change. I believe it helps me stay focused and I'm ready to re-focus!
I have booked my first Turbo Kick Certification here in Toronto as well (Sep29) and am starting to ramp up the promotion of that which is really exciting as well!
But keeping in touch with my long distance friends has been tough. A lot of them are part of online communities, which makes it easy to keep up with them when we're online, but with everything going on right now, I just haven't been spending as much time online.
I've noticed in the past that many of my long distance friendships seem like and "outgoing" relationship, and now that I am in a place where I'm basically working full days and teaching twice per day during the week I haven't been as good at calling my friends as I feel I should have. No surprise to me, because of that I haven't heard from many of them at all. People get busy with life, but I am quickly realizing that the people who are truly your friends will be there, and will return calls if you are quiet, they will call you out. I'm moving on. I have way too many exciting things going on, and too many supportive and amazing friends to stress about those who have decided to remove themselves from my life.
Tomorrow (Wednesday) is my most challenging day of the week (self imposed). I teach 3 classes tomorrow on top of my work day which has me in a total whirlwind from 530am until 900pm door to door but MAN do I sleep well!! Days like Wednesdays make me REALLY appreciate my days off, and REALLY appreciate the days where I teach 1 class!
Anyways, I've definitely not been using my blog as much as I used to, but I think that will change. I believe it helps me stay focused and I'm ready to re-focus!
Monday, May 21, 2007
Kicking it up a notch - Chapter1
Just back from TK class!! It was awesome!! We had a pretty awesome turn out considering it was Holiday Monday here! We still had about 30 ladies which considering the long weekend is pretty great! And they worked it!!!
It's awesome too that since getting home from Presenter Camp in the OC I really feel renewed! I feel like I did when I first started teaching! In many ways its very similar to just starting out because all of the feedback, and new knowledge that they poured into us, the first few weeks back at home have felt so new which is AMAZING! I am really trying my best to take all of the tips and advice I've been given and put it into practice because I not only want to be the best I can be, but I want all the new Instructors to start off on the right foot, so I have to definitely UP my Game! Man this journey keeps getting better!!!
It's awesome too that since getting home from Presenter Camp in the OC I really feel renewed! I feel like I did when I first started teaching! In many ways its very similar to just starting out because all of the feedback, and new knowledge that they poured into us, the first few weeks back at home have felt so new which is AMAZING! I am really trying my best to take all of the tips and advice I've been given and put it into practice because I not only want to be the best I can be, but I want all the new Instructors to start off on the right foot, so I have to definitely UP my Game! Man this journey keeps getting better!!!
Wednesday, May 09, 2007
Please Pray for Holly!
Hey Folks!
I just wanted to ask you all to send positive vibes, prayers or anything else you've got to my friend, Holly. Holly was at Turbo Kick™ Presenter Camp with me two-weeks ago and for those who know her, she was the most warm, friendly and awesome person you could meet (not to mention that she kicks some major Turbo Butt!)
Holly had an accident while 4-wheeling this weekend and did some major damage to herself. Breaking bones in her face, dislocating her wrist and thumb and breaking bones in her wrist.
PLEASE send positive healing thoughts and prayers to her!!! (She is Number6 on my friends list, so if you wanted to send her a nice HELLO I'm sure she wouldn't mind either!!!
http://myspace.com/wildchildhowell
Thanks!!!
RoBBiE
I just wanted to ask you all to send positive vibes, prayers or anything else you've got to my friend, Holly. Holly was at Turbo Kick™ Presenter Camp with me two-weeks ago and for those who know her, she was the most warm, friendly and awesome person you could meet (not to mention that she kicks some major Turbo Butt!)
Holly had an accident while 4-wheeling this weekend and did some major damage to herself. Breaking bones in her face, dislocating her wrist and thumb and breaking bones in her wrist.
PLEASE send positive healing thoughts and prayers to her!!! (She is Number6 on my friends list, so if you wanted to send her a nice HELLO I'm sure she wouldn't mind either!!!
http://myspace.com/wildchildhowell
Thanks!!!
RoBBiE
Tuesday, May 01, 2007
What a week!
What an insane, amazing, draining, inspirational, emotional, energetic, humbling week!
I, along with 14 amazing folks were fortunate to be selected to attend the Presenter Training Camp, hosted by Powder Blue Productions in Orange County, California.
From the moment I arrived I was in awe of how amazing all of the other attendees were. Energetic, Physically Gifted, Kind, and all with one in thing in common. Everyone is passionate about fitness, and more than that, about Turbo Kick™.
Throughout the week and the hours of workouts, inspiring speakers, bonding and team building I went through a tonne of different emotions. Joy, Excitement, Happiness, and Gratitude for just being there.
The other attendees were amazing in every way! Heidi, Annette, Michael, Kamryn, Janet, Jeanette, Alex, Maurtisha, Holly, Fene, Ali, Judy, Merideth and Francee are some of the best all around people I've ever met. Some I knew before, some were new friends but all of them inspired me. I REALLY feel blessed to even be put into the same group as these amazing instructors and motivators.
We were all treated to some Presenters who have been doing this for a while and they were all at another level. Their confidence, strength and kindness made our week that much better! The advice, and tips they gave us was so valuable and if I can be half as good as they are I will be an allstar!
Without going into all the details, let me just say that I've never worked so hard, been inspired so much nor have I been so motivated to take Turbo Kick™ to the next level here in Toronto.
I landed in Toronto and 7hours later was at work. 8hours after that I was teaching my first Turbo Kick™ class since Camp. It was amazing! I felt stronger, and worked harder myself than I ever have! Man did the class respond too! I walked into the class and there were over 50 ladies ready to rock! WOW! It was amazing! One thing is for sure, spending this week with these amazing people and knowing that my phenomenal wife was at home, not only supporting me, but taking care of everything at home has definitely changed me. As an instructor, and as a person I've definitely grown and will use this experience to continue to grow and improve!
I, along with 14 amazing folks were fortunate to be selected to attend the Presenter Training Camp, hosted by Powder Blue Productions in Orange County, California.
From the moment I arrived I was in awe of how amazing all of the other attendees were. Energetic, Physically Gifted, Kind, and all with one in thing in common. Everyone is passionate about fitness, and more than that, about Turbo Kick™.
Throughout the week and the hours of workouts, inspiring speakers, bonding and team building I went through a tonne of different emotions. Joy, Excitement, Happiness, and Gratitude for just being there.
The other attendees were amazing in every way! Heidi, Annette, Michael, Kamryn, Janet, Jeanette, Alex, Maurtisha, Holly, Fene, Ali, Judy, Merideth and Francee are some of the best all around people I've ever met. Some I knew before, some were new friends but all of them inspired me. I REALLY feel blessed to even be put into the same group as these amazing instructors and motivators.
We were all treated to some Presenters who have been doing this for a while and they were all at another level. Their confidence, strength and kindness made our week that much better! The advice, and tips they gave us was so valuable and if I can be half as good as they are I will be an allstar!
Without going into all the details, let me just say that I've never worked so hard, been inspired so much nor have I been so motivated to take Turbo Kick™ to the next level here in Toronto.
I landed in Toronto and 7hours later was at work. 8hours after that I was teaching my first Turbo Kick™ class since Camp. It was amazing! I felt stronger, and worked harder myself than I ever have! Man did the class respond too! I walked into the class and there were over 50 ladies ready to rock! WOW! It was amazing! One thing is for sure, spending this week with these amazing people and knowing that my phenomenal wife was at home, not only supporting me, but taking care of everything at home has definitely changed me. As an instructor, and as a person I've definitely grown and will use this experience to continue to grow and improve!
Thursday, April 26, 2007
End of Day Zero - Here comes Day1!
So after landing last night, I got back to the hotel and grabbed a bite to eat, because I had missed the rest of the folks who had headed out to a class (which apparently was absolutely amazing and wore them out!)
I got to meet a couple of the other folks (Annette and Judy) for the first time and got to see my friends Ali and Heidi, and Christine again! I also got to meet Julie Voris in person for the first time (we've emailed and chatted on the phone but never met). She is so nice, and what a physical specimen! Girl is in SHAPE!
Anyways, we chatted and hung out for a few hours (we were almost all still on Eastern Time, so it did feel pretty darn late by the time we finally got to sleep).
I got back to my room (I do have a roomate, but Mike is driving in from San Diego, so last night I was solo) and there was a message on my phone. I called to check it and it was the front desk tell me that I had a gift basket.
So I went and got it, and I could FIT in this basket!! All the snacks, and goodies we'll need all week is in here, along with our detailed itineraries! I got a workout just carrying it up to the room! I talked to the girls and everyone got theirs at pretty much the same time! I still haven't opened mine yet because I want Mike to be able to share the fun of ripping it open! :)
I got to meet a couple of the other folks (Annette and Judy) for the first time and got to see my friends Ali and Heidi, and Christine again! I also got to meet Julie Voris in person for the first time (we've emailed and chatted on the phone but never met). She is so nice, and what a physical specimen! Girl is in SHAPE!
Anyways, we chatted and hung out for a few hours (we were almost all still on Eastern Time, so it did feel pretty darn late by the time we finally got to sleep).
I got back to my room (I do have a roomate, but Mike is driving in from San Diego, so last night I was solo) and there was a message on my phone. I called to check it and it was the front desk tell me that I had a gift basket.
So I went and got it, and I could FIT in this basket!! All the snacks, and goodies we'll need all week is in here, along with our detailed itineraries! I got a workout just carrying it up to the room! I talked to the girls and everyone got theirs at pretty much the same time! I still haven't opened mine yet because I want Mike to be able to share the fun of ripping it open! :)
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Landed
What's one of the last things you want to see on your plane before departure? Well a team of four airplane mechanics walking up and down the aisles, in and out of the several exits of the plane, all the while carrying these tractor trailer sized rolls of duct tape ranks right up there!
After a very quiet an uneventful time in Denver airport that basically consisted of sending the emails I wrote while ON the last flight, eating some lunch and chatting with a couple friends who were excited about my trip and some former APD Campers who were offering me oodles of amazing insight and advice I'm off to the OC!!
We were boarded about 30minutes prior to our departure time and then for the next half hour the mechanics kept showing up, and at one point the pilot actually left the plane WITH a mechanic as if the mechanic had said, "Oh dude you HAVE to check out the duct tape job I did on your landing gear!"
It ended up that it was something to do with leaking brake lines...I can't believe that the captain actually came on the loud speaker and told us that the leaking brake fluid issue was being worked on and should only take 15 or so minutes...As it turned out they replaced some entire brake mechanism (the pilot told us that they swapped it with another plane LOL!)
Anyways we landed about an hour late and once the baggage came out I had missed my chance to hang with some of the other Presenter Applicants and do my friend Monica's Hip Hop Aerobic class which from what I've heard is absolutely insane! I don't think I'll get the opportunity to do it again this week so I'll have to make sure I do next time I'm in town!! :)
Since I've missed everyone, I think I'll have a quiet night and watch some TV and have some dinner!
After a very quiet an uneventful time in Denver airport that basically consisted of sending the emails I wrote while ON the last flight, eating some lunch and chatting with a couple friends who were excited about my trip and some former APD Campers who were offering me oodles of amazing insight and advice I'm off to the OC!!
We were boarded about 30minutes prior to our departure time and then for the next half hour the mechanics kept showing up, and at one point the pilot actually left the plane WITH a mechanic as if the mechanic had said, "Oh dude you HAVE to check out the duct tape job I did on your landing gear!"
It ended up that it was something to do with leaking brake lines...I can't believe that the captain actually came on the loud speaker and told us that the leaking brake fluid issue was being worked on and should only take 15 or so minutes...As it turned out they replaced some entire brake mechanism (the pilot told us that they swapped it with another plane LOL!)
Anyways we landed about an hour late and once the baggage came out I had missed my chance to hang with some of the other Presenter Applicants and do my friend Monica's Hip Hop Aerobic class which from what I've heard is absolutely insane! I don't think I'll get the opportunity to do it again this week so I'll have to make sure I do next time I'm in town!! :)
Since I've missed everyone, I think I'll have a quiet night and watch some TV and have some dinner!
Leaving on a Jet Plane...again! :)
Well its been a pretty insane few weeks here in Robbie-Land and I have lots of new stuff going on that I wanted to get up here today.
A few posts ago I showed the video portion of my application to be accepted into the Turbo Kick™ Area Promotions Director (APD) training to be held in Orange County. Well on April 10th I got the call and was asked to be a part of the training program! I am so blown away! This REALLY is only the beginning though. Lots of practicing, reading, training and planning is coming (and has been since I received the call).
I am sitting in the departure lounge at the Toronto airport right now waiting for my flight to Orange County (via Denver) to arrive.
As per my usual nervous self, I slept less than 4hours last night, and as per my normal unorganized self, Heather did the majority of my packing for me as I scrambled around trying to figure out what the heck I was doing! To be honest, I was mostly just sitting on the couch looking bewildered, while Heather flashed pieces of clothing to get my travel approval. Man, I am lucky to have her!
I am not sure what is on tap for tonight, but I do know that if my flight arrives on time and all the stars align, I will HOPEFULLY be at my hotel before 530pm. If I make it on time I get to take a HIP HOP Dance/Aerobics class from my friend, Monica! I REALLY hope I can make it, but that is totally out of my hands at this point, so we'll see where the sky takes me! If anyone has seen me dance, then you'll know that this will be quite the sight if I do the class. Thank goodness nobody is bringing a video camera (I hope!) ;)
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Right about the same time I found out about the APD Training, I also found out that a promotion I had been working very hard for and interviewing pretty frequently for came through! I have been given the opportunity to work in our newest Corporate Travel Division of our Company (Called FCM Travel). Its going to be quite a different pace and environment than what I am used to. From what I've observed and heard, the learning curve is pretty steep but since getting the call at the beginning of the month I have been working VERY hard and doing everything I can to try and minimize that so that when I start the new position (THE DAY AFTER I GET HOME FROM MY TRIP TO ORANGE COUNTY) I won't be too over my head. I am SO sad to be leaving my current team at the Agency I am currently situated in. The team is one of the best groups of people I've ever worked with in any situation. We get along and work so great together, which is one of the big reasons I was chosen to receive this promotion. Without the guidance, help and teamwork that my team provided me, there is no way I would be close to ready to take this leap (most consultants who move to corporate have had 5-10years experience in the company, I had 9months). So although this position is a dream job for me, the actual move is somewhat bitter sweet. The cool thing is that the new team I am going to is very cool too. Its a small team (just three of us currently) but I think we're going to work really well together! I'm excited!!
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During all of the running around, preparing for the APD Training, working for the new position, tying up as many loose ends at my current position as I can, I am still teaching as much as possible! I actually picked up a few classes as a sub in addition to my 5classes during this month. This has basically led to a month of 15+ hours out of the house EVERY day teaching, running, working, training etc. I had my first real DAY OFF this past Saturday (well I still had a class to teach but after that it was all mine) and I didn't know what to do with myself!
In hind-sight, perhaps a little too much on the plate, but what can ya do!?
It's actually kind of cool to be so overwhelmed, but having EVERYTHING on my plate being something I WANT to be doing, and HAVE to be doing its amazing how the time management kicks in. I am a firm believer that if there is something you REALLY want to do, you will find a way to do it. Sometimes you have to make sacrifices, and this month sleep has been a small sacrifice, but I know I'll sleep well after my next few days in California! I am anticipating a BUSY week!
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I guess its just a matter of what you perceive as important. For example: keeping in touch with my friends (especially the long distance ones since I don't see them) is EXTREMELY important to me. So I will call, email regularly. In fact, much of the time, I feel like some of these friendships wouldn't exist if it weren't for the effort I put in to keep in touch. Some friends don't put the same emphasis on that kind of thing (or perhaps because they know me, they know that they don't have to), but my biggest pet peeve is when someone tells me that they were too busy to keep in touch. Busy job? Busy Family? Teach/Take Classes? Working 15hours a day? It takes 5minutes to make a phone call or to write an email if that sort of thing is important to you. If that sort of thing is not a priority that's cool, but I get annoyed at the folks who pretend that it IS a priority, but then don't make an effort because no matter how busy someone is, if they want something bad enough, they make time for it. Too busy to sit down and have a good dinner? What do you do? Do you grab something on the run? You still eat though right? You found a way to make it happen because its necessary.
My friends who put in the effort or who I perceive put the same kind of priority on relationships are the ones I cherish most because its something in common that we share that is at the core of who I am. It doesn't mean I love my friends who have other priorities any less, but I do share a different bond with those whom I have more in common with in general and this is a big thing to have in common for me.
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Ok sorry about that side-note mini-rant. Just airport boredom setting in!
I am literally bouncing off the walls in here I am so excited! In about 9 hours I should be landing in Orange County, California and starting the next chapter in my fitness career! Just being able to share the next few days with the all-star instructors, presenters, and fitness professionals I am going to meet, and re-meet is going to help me evolve as an instructor and person! I really feel blessed to have everything happening at once!
- - - - - - -
A few posts ago I showed the video portion of my application to be accepted into the Turbo Kick™ Area Promotions Director (APD) training to be held in Orange County. Well on April 10th I got the call and was asked to be a part of the training program! I am so blown away! This REALLY is only the beginning though. Lots of practicing, reading, training and planning is coming (and has been since I received the call).
I am sitting in the departure lounge at the Toronto airport right now waiting for my flight to Orange County (via Denver) to arrive.
As per my usual nervous self, I slept less than 4hours last night, and as per my normal unorganized self, Heather did the majority of my packing for me as I scrambled around trying to figure out what the heck I was doing! To be honest, I was mostly just sitting on the couch looking bewildered, while Heather flashed pieces of clothing to get my travel approval. Man, I am lucky to have her!
I am not sure what is on tap for tonight, but I do know that if my flight arrives on time and all the stars align, I will HOPEFULLY be at my hotel before 530pm. If I make it on time I get to take a HIP HOP Dance/Aerobics class from my friend, Monica! I REALLY hope I can make it, but that is totally out of my hands at this point, so we'll see where the sky takes me! If anyone has seen me dance, then you'll know that this will be quite the sight if I do the class. Thank goodness nobody is bringing a video camera (I hope!) ;)
- - - - -
Right about the same time I found out about the APD Training, I also found out that a promotion I had been working very hard for and interviewing pretty frequently for came through! I have been given the opportunity to work in our newest Corporate Travel Division of our Company (Called FCM Travel). Its going to be quite a different pace and environment than what I am used to. From what I've observed and heard, the learning curve is pretty steep but since getting the call at the beginning of the month I have been working VERY hard and doing everything I can to try and minimize that so that when I start the new position (THE DAY AFTER I GET HOME FROM MY TRIP TO ORANGE COUNTY) I won't be too over my head. I am SO sad to be leaving my current team at the Agency I am currently situated in. The team is one of the best groups of people I've ever worked with in any situation. We get along and work so great together, which is one of the big reasons I was chosen to receive this promotion. Without the guidance, help and teamwork that my team provided me, there is no way I would be close to ready to take this leap (most consultants who move to corporate have had 5-10years experience in the company, I had 9months). So although this position is a dream job for me, the actual move is somewhat bitter sweet. The cool thing is that the new team I am going to is very cool too. Its a small team (just three of us currently) but I think we're going to work really well together! I'm excited!!
- - - - - -
During all of the running around, preparing for the APD Training, working for the new position, tying up as many loose ends at my current position as I can, I am still teaching as much as possible! I actually picked up a few classes as a sub in addition to my 5classes during this month. This has basically led to a month of 15+ hours out of the house EVERY day teaching, running, working, training etc. I had my first real DAY OFF this past Saturday (well I still had a class to teach but after that it was all mine) and I didn't know what to do with myself!
In hind-sight, perhaps a little too much on the plate, but what can ya do!?
It's actually kind of cool to be so overwhelmed, but having EVERYTHING on my plate being something I WANT to be doing, and HAVE to be doing its amazing how the time management kicks in. I am a firm believer that if there is something you REALLY want to do, you will find a way to do it. Sometimes you have to make sacrifices, and this month sleep has been a small sacrifice, but I know I'll sleep well after my next few days in California! I am anticipating a BUSY week!
- - - - - - -
I guess its just a matter of what you perceive as important. For example: keeping in touch with my friends (especially the long distance ones since I don't see them) is EXTREMELY important to me. So I will call, email regularly. In fact, much of the time, I feel like some of these friendships wouldn't exist if it weren't for the effort I put in to keep in touch. Some friends don't put the same emphasis on that kind of thing (or perhaps because they know me, they know that they don't have to), but my biggest pet peeve is when someone tells me that they were too busy to keep in touch. Busy job? Busy Family? Teach/Take Classes? Working 15hours a day? It takes 5minutes to make a phone call or to write an email if that sort of thing is important to you. If that sort of thing is not a priority that's cool, but I get annoyed at the folks who pretend that it IS a priority, but then don't make an effort because no matter how busy someone is, if they want something bad enough, they make time for it. Too busy to sit down and have a good dinner? What do you do? Do you grab something on the run? You still eat though right? You found a way to make it happen because its necessary.
My friends who put in the effort or who I perceive put the same kind of priority on relationships are the ones I cherish most because its something in common that we share that is at the core of who I am. It doesn't mean I love my friends who have other priorities any less, but I do share a different bond with those whom I have more in common with in general and this is a big thing to have in common for me.
- - - - - - - -
Ok sorry about that side-note mini-rant. Just airport boredom setting in!
I am literally bouncing off the walls in here I am so excited! In about 9 hours I should be landing in Orange County, California and starting the next chapter in my fitness career! Just being able to share the next few days with the all-star instructors, presenters, and fitness professionals I am going to meet, and re-meet is going to help me evolve as an instructor and person! I really feel blessed to have everything happening at once!
- - - - - - -
Monday, April 09, 2007
30 in 30! Day8
Food Hangover?
I heard rumours about this sort of thing, but I don't think I ever recall feeling this crappy before!
We enjoyed Easter foods yesterday and took it as an OFF day...What a mistake. In the past, I liked to enjoy "cheat" days or "treat" days...but I think my body has decided that those days are done. I feel like I have one of the worst hangovers ever (and I didn't drink!)
Back to reality and back to the 30in30...Today is day30 and I am ready to focus!
Food
Meal1: Cereal with Skim Milk (5points)
Meal2: String Cheese (2points)
Meal3: Whole Wheat Chickpea Pita (7points)
Meal4: String cheese (2points)
Meal5: Whole Wheat Chickpea Pita (7points)
Working on getting RE-HYDRATED too. I've downed 2 litres this morning (its 7am right now)...gotta feeling that the bathroom is going to be my friend today!
Workout: Turbo Kick Class - 730pm!
I heard rumours about this sort of thing, but I don't think I ever recall feeling this crappy before!
We enjoyed Easter foods yesterday and took it as an OFF day...What a mistake. In the past, I liked to enjoy "cheat" days or "treat" days...but I think my body has decided that those days are done. I feel like I have one of the worst hangovers ever (and I didn't drink!)
Back to reality and back to the 30in30...Today is day30 and I am ready to focus!
Food
Meal1: Cereal with Skim Milk (5points)
Meal2: String Cheese (2points)
Meal3: Whole Wheat Chickpea Pita (7points)
Meal4: String cheese (2points)
Meal5: Whole Wheat Chickpea Pita (7points)
Working on getting RE-HYDRATED too. I've downed 2 litres this morning (its 7am right now)...gotta feeling that the bathroom is going to be my friend today!
Workout: Turbo Kick Class - 730pm!
Saturday, April 07, 2007
30 in 30! Day6
Yesterday I ended up eating a little extra when my parents came to town and took me to the Mongolian Grill for dinner! We came home and watched STIR OF ECHOS...If you've never seen it, you should! It's kinda like 6th Sense but not really..scarier though. I hadn't watched it in a long time, but LOVE it!
Todays food
Meal1: Cereal with Skim Milk (5points)
Meal2: String Cheese (2points)
Meal3: Chili with Rice (8points)
Meal4: String Cheese (2points)
Meal5: Low Fat Grilled Cheese Sandwiches x2 (4points)
Workout
Turbo Kick Class 930am!
Todays food
Meal1: Cereal with Skim Milk (5points)
Meal2: String Cheese (2points)
Meal3: Chili with Rice (8points)
Meal4: String Cheese (2points)
Meal5: Low Fat Grilled Cheese Sandwiches x2 (4points)
Workout
Turbo Kick Class 930am!
Friday, April 06, 2007
30 in 30! Day5 - Good Friday!
Today is going to be a Great day. Relaxing, productive and Quiet! Heather is heading out to her parents house for the day, and I since I have to teach and work tomorrow, I am going to stay home. I'm going to do some spring cleaning, re-arranging and relaxing.
I have a few errands to run, but other than that I really don't have a lot on tap today. My challenge today is to not fall into "boredom eating". All my meals are planned for the day, I just need to stick to it all!
Meal1: Fibre One Honey Clusters (5points)
Meal2: String Cheese (2points)
Meal3: Chili and Rice (8points)
Meal4: String Cheese (2points)
Meal5: Pasta and Sauce (8points)
Workout: Cathe Core Max. I have never done this workout, so this will be my first time checking out the DVD. I'm a little scared, but excited!! :)
I have a few errands to run, but other than that I really don't have a lot on tap today. My challenge today is to not fall into "boredom eating". All my meals are planned for the day, I just need to stick to it all!
Meal1: Fibre One Honey Clusters (5points)
Meal2: String Cheese (2points)
Meal3: Chili and Rice (8points)
Meal4: String Cheese (2points)
Meal5: Pasta and Sauce (8points)
Workout: Cathe Core Max. I have never done this workout, so this will be my first time checking out the DVD. I'm a little scared, but excited!! :)
Thursday, April 05, 2007
30 in 30! Day4
So far so good! 1 week is over half-way done and I'm still feeling great! Today is another busy one. I have an appointment at 830am this morning, then off to work at 9am. I have an early class to teach tonight (I'm subbing) at 630pm and t hen I have a work function to attend. I am supposed to be at the work function by 7pm, but with the class to do, I won't make it until closer to 745pm. Either way, I won't be making it home until closer to 10pm tonight.
Today is the most important day of the day to have my meals all planned out!
Meal1: Fibre One Cereal with Skim Milk (5points)
Meal2: String Cheese (2points)
Meal3: Chili and Brown Rice (8points)
Meal4: String Cheese (2points)
Meal5: Chickpea Pita with veggies (7points)
Meal6: Pasta and Sauce (8points)
A little more food than I planned, but I was hungry so I added on some extra food today.
Workout
Turbo Kick Class: Class was OFF THE HOOK! About 35 of my ladies came out to class and I got a few new ladies out (who usually come to the class I was subbing). We had a blast! I pushed hard today and was WIPED after class!
Today is the most important day of the day to have my meals all planned out!
Meal1: Fibre One Cereal with Skim Milk (5points)
Meal2: String Cheese (2points)
Meal3: Chili and Brown Rice (8points)
Meal4: String Cheese (2points)
Meal5: Chickpea Pita with veggies (7points)
Meal6: Pasta and Sauce (8points)
A little more food than I planned, but I was hungry so I added on some extra food today.
Workout
Turbo Kick Class: Class was OFF THE HOOK! About 35 of my ladies came out to class and I got a few new ladies out (who usually come to the class I was subbing). We had a blast! I pushed hard today and was WIPED after class!
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