Saturday, September 25, 2010

Indoor Workout and Hydration

Hey team

Whew its already getting HOT!

Be sure to drink water throughout the day. Dont wait until this afternoon when you get thirsty to start.

Remember, soda, beer, and general alcohol are Not thirst quenchers. If you are drinking, still add in water between.

We cranked out a workout in the park this morning while there was still some cool air.

Well done to all those who conquered the circuit this morning.

If you were busy and are planning on a later workout, try this one indoors.

warm up 2- min

Circuit of 20 reps
•Squats holding weights or band at side (or no weights)
•Push up ( modify up with hand raise or rotation )
•Wall curls - sit/Lean against a wall and curl weights ( dont hit the wall)
•Overhead tricep extensions w/ weight or band
•Half jump jack with weight or band ( or nothing)
•Mountain climbers - count only on 1 foot

Repeat as able

cool down and stretch.

Reply or post how you did with your workout.

Have a super day.

Coach Greg

p.s. Are you enrolled for boot camp? All Newport locations start monday and a 6 punch pass is available.

p.s.s. Race for the cure tomorrow. You are still able to donate if you wish. Thank you if you already have.

http://www.ockomen.com/faf/donorReg/donorPledge.asp?ievent=345628&lis=1&kntae345628=CBD91D3C09194068920ADD83418999F9&supId=296450151&team=3794327&cj=

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Tips to Fight the new season - "Fat" season

Its time to stay in shape to fight the "Fat" season.

But isn't the fat season around Thanksgiving and the end of the year with all the parties and holiday festivities?

Yes it does ramp up heavy then (pun intended).

However, and this is a big however...

When you add Halloween and all the candy and treats, It actually starts about NOW!

Every store I go into has a sale on mega bags of chocolates and other "treats"

And the stores are fighting for your business with big discounts.


I want you to make it through the rest of this year at or below your current weight, and or size and with a super level of fitness.

I know you can do it.

It will take some work
It will take some willpower
It will take some encouragement and support from others (and me)

Here are a couple ways to help yourself avoid the "Fat" season- and end the year fitter than ever.

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1) Delay your candy purchase until a day or two before Halloween. If it’s in your house, it presents an unnecessary temptation. How often do you eat something just because its there?

2) Allow yourself just one piece of candy (small size) in the morning and then one at night. Skip any other desserts that you would normally eat after dinner and plan to eat well balanced.

3) Only buy enough candy so that you expect to run out before the evening is over. It’s crucial to weight loss success to not have “trigger” foods lying around – the temptation is often too great and most of will fall victim if its there.

4) Increase your exercise activity - Add a fat burning circuits or the Fit Body Band Program (http://www.fitbodybandprogram.com/) every day that you eat your two pieces of candy. This will help counteract the increase in calories that you are consuming.

5) If you indulge a bit too much forgive and move on - it’s important to forgive yourself and move on. (Enroll in the boot camps to get back on track) Dwelling on the past will not help your success.

6) Substitute your chocolate fix with something healthier. Fruit veggies or (my favorite) a peanut butter Craver (http://lefeverwellness.getprograde.com/) will help to satisfy your cravings. And you can feel good about your choice.

What do you do to avoid fat season?

Plan to stay healthy and let me know how I can help you!

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Race for the Cure - Join our team

This newsletter is personal and dear to me and most likely to you also.

My mom was diagnosed with breast cancer a year ago, shortly after my grandmother passed away with skin cancer. (Not good genetics)

Breast cancer affects too many women, and even some men in this country. Most likely you know someone who has fought it, or more sadly lost a battle with it.

My goal with this newsletter is to give you a few tips to help you stay healthy and prevent you from having it.

Some of the factors that affect this disease and many others are these:
* Genetics
* Obesity
* Poor diet
* Lack of exercise or activity

Here is how you can help yourself and your loved ones stay healthy and strong.

1- Exercise – exercises daily. Everything from a brisk walk to a strenuous circuit will help. Keeping your muscles firm, your heart healthy, and your blood pumping keeps you on the positive side of health.

2- Limit your Fat consumption – Be aware of what foods you are putting in your body. A high fat diet, not just the greasy and fried foods, but the high fat beef or dairy will be difficult for your body to process. This can lead to extra pounds and extra pounds lead to possibility of other diseases.

3- Watch your weight – Obesity is still on the rise in this country. If you are overweight you increase your chances of disease tremendously. Not just cancer but diabetes and heart disease too. Check with your Doctor to if you are not sure where your weight should be.

4- Supplements – this one is huge with me. I believe strongly in a quality multi vitamin with whole food ingredients. Supplements are designed to help bridge the gap of what your food provides and what your body needs. This is not an area to skimp on price. Go for the quality. You deserve it. See my site for my recommendations.


You are too important to lose early. Please see your Dr. regularly to ensure your weight is in check, and your overall health is good.

And ladies, please follow your Dr Recommendation for mammograms and check-ups.

We love you and need you in our lives for a long time.


In honor of the survivors and those that have lost the battle with breast cancer, Tiff, Alexander and I have a team walking this year at the Newport Race for the cure.

We invite you to join us or donate if you are not able to make it there.

Please visit our team site to join or donate at http://www.ockomen.com/race/lefeverwellness

Or you can go to my personal site to donate also http://www.ockomen.com/race/greglefever


Please be part of the solution.

Thank you so much

Dedicated to your health and wellness

Coach Greg

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