How to Lose 15.4 Pounds in 30 Days (2013 FVT RFLC recap)

This last Saturday, we finished up and celebrated what turned out to be the most successful FVT Rapid Fat Loss Challenge EVER.

Jimmy B, winner of the FVT Rapid Fat Loss Challenge and $300 in prize money – lost 15.4 pounds and 8.17% of his body weight in just 30 days!!

A couple of pretty darn impressive stats –

  • Six people in double digits (that’s 10 pounds or more of weight loss in 30 days)
  • 126.4 total pounds lost – among a total of 15 participants that made the final weigh-in. That’s an average of 8.43 pounds per person!

Jimmy B (pictured above) took 1st place – with a total of 15.4 pounds lost and 8.17% of total body weight … Nichole W came in second, and also lost 15 pounds/7.72% … and Scott S was in third with 16.4 pounds/7.17%.

Honorable mention to Eric Z, Vai S, and Ryan A – all also in double digits of weight loss.

I am just blown away. Awesome, awesome job to everyone!

Now, if you’re interested in getting similar results, but:

  • Missed the challenge registration
  • Aren’t in the Sacramento, CA area
  • Weren’t able to participate for any reason

I wrote up a quick recap of what the top challenge finishers did to get such amazing results.

 

How to Lose 15.4 Pounds in 30 Days – Top 3 Tips

 

1 – If you want to lose weight, you have to focus on your diet.

No bones about it. When it comes to getting those #’s to move on the scale, it’s all about the diet.

If you want something basic – but effective – check out this post:

=> EASY Fat Loss Meal Planning

It’ll walk you through a day of clean eating. And, I think you’ll be surprised at just how easy it can be! 🙂

Also – the “official” meal plan we used in the Rapid Fat Loss Challenge was carb cycling. This approach is a little more sophisticated, for sure … but if RAPID plateau-busting and fat loss is what you’re after, it’s a great way to go. More details about that coming very soon.

 

2 – Commit to a workout schedule – and make it happen, no matter what!!

Having a specific, directed and realistic workout schedule – and sticking to it, no matter what – was key for our challenge winners.

Heck, the top two finishers both have small children, under two years old … so if they can do it, so can you! 🙂

Here is a basic – and free – workout plan to get you started:

=> 1036 Calorie Workout

(You could do a workout like this three – four times per week, with “easy”/light 30 minute cardio days in between.)

 

3 – Set a specific, realistic goal – and make it happen!!

I can attest personally to the power of this practice. Doing this when I played football at the college and pro level made all the difference, as did when I lost over 60 pounds in about seven months, and, more recently, when I started my personal training business.

If you want all the details on the power of – and exactly how to go about – setting goals, check out this popular post on ForestVanceTraining.com:

=> 3 Steps to Make 2013 Your Best Year Ever

 

To sum up, THANK YOU again to all the Rapid Fat Loss Challenge participants for an incredible job well done. We had a great time at the challenge, and learned a lot in the process. Look forward to doing it again very soon!

– Forest Vance, MS, CPT, FNC, RKC II

 

PS – Get TONS of cool (and free) clean eating and KB training tips like the ones covered in this article, delivered straight to your email inbox on a regular basis – when you sign up for my email newsletter. Sign up now – for free – in the upper right hand corner of this page.

Charity Boot Camp Thursday, April 11th @ 7pm

On Thursday, April 11th @ 7pm, we’re coming together as a community to help the Sacramento branch of the Muscular Dystrophy Association – and we need your help!

Click here to get all the details on the event, donate as much or as little as you like and reserve your spot now:

= > Spring 2013 FVT Charity Boot Camp

Money raised in this charity event will go directly towards the MDA. The MDA is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to finding treatments and cures for muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases by funding worldwide research. The Association also provides comprehensive health care and support services, advocacy and education.

This 45 minute circuit-style boot camp workout is a great opportunity to:

  • Help la local charity
  • Get an extra fat-burning, metabolism-boosting workout
  • Bring a friend or family member to check out what we do
  • Try out our program if you’ve been meaning to do so

PLUS – I am going to personally donate a digital copy of our new Carb Cycling for Fat Loss manual as a “fast action bonus” to the first 15 folks who reserve their spot at the event.

Click here to get all the details, donate as much or as little as you like and reserve your spot now:

= > Spring 2013 FVT Charity Boot Camp

Thanks, and talk soon –

Forest Vance, MS, CPT, FNC, RKC II
Owner and Head Trainer, Forest Vance Training, Inc.

Extreme Methods for Super Fast Weight Loss (4 tips)

As the end of our Rapid Fat Loss Challenge approaches, you could be looking for some tips and tricks to shed those last few pounds of body fat.

Or, you might have an event you’re getting ready for, where you need to be in peak shape for a short period of time.

Whatever the case may be, if super fast weight loss is what you’re after, these methods DO work. Just use them at your own risk 🙂

 

Extreme Methods For Super Fast Weight Loss
by Forest Vance, MS, CPT, FNC, RKC II

Several years ago, I trained a client for a weight loss contest put on here in Sacramento at a local radio station. We ended up winning the contest – which was awesome! 🙂

In the final week, there were a few tricks we used to get an edge on the competition. I’m going to share some of the things that helped my client drop those last few crucial pounds in the week before her final weigh-in.

Also, it is very important to note – super fast weight loss is not the healthiest long term solution to your problems. BUT – in the short term – for some kind of special event, etc. – it can actually be done pretty easily.

 

5 Tips for Super Fast Weight Loss

Workout more

Seriously. Work out for two hours per day for the next seven days, I can almost guarantee you’ll end up dropping a couple of pounds 🙂

Restrict your calorie and carbohydrate intake

Let’s just pick a number and say that you’re currently taking in 2000 calories a day. Drastically cut your calorie intake – say, down to 1000-1200 calories a day – and cut out all your starchy carbs like bread, rice and pasta. You’re allowed only veggies and 1-2 pieces of fruit per day for all of your carbohydrate intake.

Please keep in mind that I’m recommending this as a short term solution; it’s not something you want to do for any length of time. But you’ll experience super fast weight loss with this method, that’s for sure.

Drink lots of water

You actually end up retaining water when you don’t drink enough. You should be drinking at least half of your body weight in calories every day already; up this to at least a gallon or so per day. This will help you drop some extra water – combined with cutting your carbs, it’s a dynamite combo for super fast weight loss.

Hit the sauna

Saunas actually do have some proven medical benefits, contrary to popular belief. Among other things, they can help improve joint mobility and cleanse the system from toxins.

For our purposes, we’re going to use the sauna to drop weight fast. All you’re going to do is spend 15-20 minutes per day to drop some of that excess water weight.

So, there you have a few extreme methods for super fast weight loss. Good luck with your weight loss efforts!

March FVT Pro Shop Special

Yo! We got a super special going for you this month in the FVT Pro Shop.

When you make a purchase of $100 or more, you’ll get a free T Shirt! Grab a kettlebell or two, some resistance bands for your travel/at-home workouts, stock up on Perfect Foods Bars and/or Muscle Milk …

Check out the sweet designs you can pick from:

Hurry! Offer is only good through March 31st, OR while supplies last.

Thanks –

The FVT Team

March 2013 Nutrition Challenge

Learn to eat clean and get lean, one habit at a time … with our monthly Nutrition Challenge!!

This month’s challenge:

Drink 1/2 of your body weight in ounces of water each day.

Notes:

According to an article at freedrinkingwater.com, water makes up more than two thirds of the weight of the human body. We can go weeks without food, but only about three days without water. Mild dehydration is one of the most common causes of daytime fatigue, and an estimated 75% of Americans suffer from chronic, mild dehydration. A few other things that water does:

  • Serves as a lubricant
  • Forms the fluids that surround the joints
  • Serves as a detox agent
  • Regulates metabolism

While the exact amount of water adults need to consume on a daily basis is somewhat under debate, a good rule of thumb I try to follow myself – and that I recommend for you – is to shoot for half of your body weight in ounces of water per day.

Okay! That’s it for now. Get to drinkin’ … and talk soon –

Forest

March 2013 Challenge Workout Results

*See the March 2013 FVT Challenge Workout here – with video demo – in case you missed it

CC 15:47
LC 16:00
RP 16:28
CA 17:05
SF 17:06
JB 17:28
MA 17:58
PK 18:23
LA 18:27
JJ 18:48
DS 18:48
BC 18:54
PA 19:11
PN 19:15
RK 19:19
SS 20:05
SG 20:14
BP 20:16
KA 20:21
SK 20:53
SJ 21:05
RB 21:08
JM 21:12
SY 21:30
JV 21:25
MG 22:01
RM 22:03
PN 22:10
VS 22:10
KD 22:27
ME 22:32
CH 23:10
BA 23:17
EZ 23:54
BS 24:00
AL 24:00
JC 24:03
SG 24:12
BK 24:17
MT 24:30
KS 24:30
NT 24:37
SS 24:46
FR 24:59

Meet Erik :)

Growing up, Erik never thought he would get into shape. His defeatist attitude – combined with sheer laziness – led to him packing on the pounds over the years.

With his 30th birthday approaching, he decided to make a change. He started training at the FVT studio about a year ago – and since, he’s dropped 60 pounds, over 16% body fat – and changed his life forever! Not only has his fitness level improved dramatically, he is now energetic, vibrant, strong, and happy.

Congrats Erik!

If you haven’t yet, see Erik’s full story – and 14 more like it – on our Yelp page, here:

=> FVT on Yelp

That’s all I got for ‘ya today. Get pumped. Get fired up. Be inspired by Erik’s success, and make TODAY the day you improve your fitness and change your life – for good.

Forest

PS – We are currently offering free ‘Test-A-Trainer’ sessions for prospective new clients at the FVT Studio – but space is limited, and spots are filling fast. To reserve your session, simply respond to this email, or call us at 916.273.9366. Thanks 🙂

Updates!

Hey hey! It is Friday – time for an “update of happenings” at FVT …

Three quick things for ‘ya:

1 – New boot camp time starting next week – Wednesdays at 5pm

We are pulling the trigger and going with a 5pm boot camp every day, Monday thru Thursday.

We now offer a 6am boot camp Monday thru Friday, 8am and 9am on Saturday, 915am on Monday and Wednesday, and 5pm and 6pm Monday thru Thursday. Whew! 🙂

 

2 – New semi private training group – Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4pm

The semi private training program we have recently started up is also doing quite well – and we are continuing to add times on this side, too.

In addition to the current Tuesday – Thursday @ 9am, Saturday @ 10am and Monday – Wednesday @ 7pm times we offer, we are adding Tuesday and Thursdays at 4pm to the mix.

The workouts at these new times will be strength/heavy training focused. If you are interested, contact us and we can chat further to see if it would be a good fit for you.

 

3 – New T’s in the pro shop

New women’s cut FVT Boot Camp T’s in the Pro Shop! Check ’em out next time you’re at the studio.

 

K – that’s it for now! Hope you have a great weekend, and talk soon –

Forest