November 2012 Challenge Workout Results

Here’s the November 2012 FVT Challenge Workout one more time, in case you missed it:

  • power jacks
  • push ups
  • reverse lunges
  • knee-to-elbow mountain climbers
  • KB swings

Do 20 reps of each exercise. Perform the workout circuit-style, moving from one exercise to the next with as little rest as possible. Do five rounds of the circuit for time.

And the results:

(Red FVT Boot Camp Band earners – great job!)

K.S. 11:59
S.G. 14:21
S.F. 15:01
B.M. 15:54
S.S. 16:29
S.K. 17:01
M.T. 17:11
J.M. 17:13
P.K. 17:16
L.A. 17:26
P.N. 17:30
K.A. 09:50
L.C. 17:42
D.S. 17:50
M.W. 18:12
A.B. 18:16
S.S. 18:16
Z.W. 18:22
K.M. 18:25
M.E. 18:37
R.K. 18:39
P.A. 18:40
L.S. 18:44
A.B. 18:46
O.I. 19:15
V.S. 19:30
K.S. 19:30
E.A. 19:32
J.V. 19:48
C.M 19:48

(Missed the 20 min. time limit – great effort, you’ll get it next time!)

M.L.
F.F.
B.W.
B.D.
S.K.
N.P.
A.S.

’till next month’s Challenge –

Forest

November 2012 Challenge Workout

Last chance at this one for 2012 … we’ll be hitting it hard at FVT throughout the week. If you’re following along at home … stay posted for results posted in a few days to see how you fared …

November 2012 Challenge Workout

  • power jacks
  • push ups
  • reverse lunges
  • knee-to-elbow mountain climbers
  • KB swings

Do 20 reps of each exercise. Perform the workout circuit-style, moving from one exercise to the next with as little rest as possible. Do five rounds of the circuit for time.

Good luck –

Forest

Mindful Eating Workshop @ FVT (last chance to save)

If you’ve been thinking about signing up for the upcoming Mindful Eating Workshop @ FVT … today’s message is a friendly reminder that it’s your last chance to save!

You still have just over 24 hours to save a few $$ on registration and get some special “fast-action” bonuses … click the link below to check it out and reserve your spot now:

== >> Mindful Eating Workshop with Dr. Sean Cook @ FVT

 

Also happening this week @ FVT …

 

Getting Back in Shape in Your 40’s and Beyond

Nice guest blog post from fellow KB fan, speaker, consultant, and writer David Lee on KettlebellBasics.net this week … he shares with us his personal story of getting back into shape in his 50′s … and how kettlebells helped him do it.

If you missed it, check it out here:

=> Getting Back in Shape in Your 40’s and Beyond With Kettlebells

 

Referral Recognition

As you likely know, referrals are our #1 source of new business … and we really, really appreciate your help in spreading the word about FVT! Just wanted to give a quick ‘shout out’ to:

  • Paul A
  • Kristina A
  • Laura L
  • Staci F
  • Beth A
  • Jennifer M
  • Kinzie M
  • Caleb C
  • Sabrina F
  • Luz S
  • Chris B

And others for recently referring one or more folks to our program in the last month!

(Don’t forget – any friend/family member/etc. you refer gets a free “Test-A-Trainer” session at our gym … and YOU get a free week of group training OR a free personal training session when they sign up.)

 

New Group Personal Training/Boot Camp Time Added Next Week

Finally, don’t forget – we’re adding a new group personal training/boot camp time starting Thursday, Nov. 8th at 5 pm. This is a great opportunity to get a quick workout after work on Thursday and get home a little earlier. Don’t miss it!

That’s it for now – thanks for reading and talk soon –

Forest Vance
Master of Science, Human Movement
Certified Personal Trainer
Level II Certified Russian Kettlebell Instructor
Certified Corrective Exercise Specialist
Certified Fitness Nutrition Coach
Owner and Head Trainer, Forest Vance Training, Inc.

Mindful Eating, KB’s for Fat Loss, New Boot Camp Time

Hey –

Hope your workouts are going AWESOME this week!!

We have a Mindful Eating workshop happening at the studio very soon, as well as LOTS of free info on how to use KB’s for fat loss and an announcement about a new boot camp time for you today … keep reading for more details on what’s happening this week at FVT:

Mindful Eating Workshop Regisration – Six Days to Save

If you want to know why most diets fail …

If you want to learn more about why we overeat and undereat … and how to stop the cycle …

If you’d like tips on retraining your brain toward healthier habits …

You should check out our upcoming Mindful Eating Workshop.

You still have six more days to a few $$ on registration and get some special “fast-action” bonuses … click the link below to check it out:

== >> Mindful Eating Workshop with Dr. Sean Cook @ FVT

 

How to Use KB Combos For Fat Loss

I’ve been talking a lot about how to using a special kettlebell method – kettlebell combos – to accelerate your fat loss results – over the last week or so. Here are some helpful articles for you to check out, just in case you missed them:

=> Kettlebell Combos for Fat Loss (part one – overview and sample workout)

=> Kettlebell Combos for Fat Loss (part two – planning and programming details)

=> 30 Day Rapid Fat Loss Solution – KB Combo #2

=> FVT Rules of Lean Eating

 

KB Combos for Fat Loss (special offer)

We have a great deal going on my new 30 Day Rapid Fat Loss Kettlebell Solution program for the next couple of days.

Two reasons why you should take a look at it:

1 – It’s a GREAT deal right now (it’s priced at under 20 bucks!)
2 – If you like training with kettlebells and your fitness goals include fat loss, this program WILL help you out.

=> Click here to learn more about the 30 Day Rapid Fat Loss Kettlebell Solution

 

New Boot Camp Time starting Nov. 8th

We’re adding a new boot camp time to the schedule – Thursdays at 5pm – beginning November 8th. Mark your calendars and be there or be square!

That’s it for now – keep training hard and talk soon –

Forest

The FVT Rules of Lean Eating

Today is Wednesday.

Hump day.

And when it comes to dieting for fat loss … it’s THE day where you probably start to slide …

You start with the best of intentions on Monday. You’re fired up to “re-start” after the weekend and get things dialed in for the week.

Tuesday’s pretty good, too … but you’re a little less fired up … and you’re having to fight a few cravings.

Wednesday rolls around, and you REALLY want a few of those chips/candies/whatever “tickles your fancy”… and you crack. You’re off the diet. And you figure what the heck, you’re already off the plan, why eat healthy now? 🙂

… it continues through the weekend … until the next Monday, when you decide you’re going to get back on the wagon again … and the cycle continues …

This is a VERY common pattern. Don’t feel bad if it describes you 🙂 The whole point of this article is to let you know that there is hope! And that you CAN do something about it!

All you need are the FVT Rules of Lean Eating.

(BTW, you’ll find a complete and done-for-you diet based on these principles in the 30 Day Rapid Fat Loss KB Solution meal planning guide that’s on sale for another day and a half at 50% off – just $20 bucks!)

The FVT Rules of Lean Eating

1. Eat lean protein at every meal

Include a lean protein source at every meal. This could be poultry, fish, egg(s), yogurt, protein powder, etc.

2. Eat veggies and/or fruits at every meal

Your primary carbohydrate source should be veggies and/or fruits. Your goal is to include one of these at every meal as well.

3. Eat a “good” fat at every meal

Finish off each meal with a “dash” of good fat like nuts, seeds, olive oil, avocado, etc.

4. Minimize your starches and processed carbohydrates

Keep your intake of things like bread, pasta, crackers, etc. to a minimum. One or two servings per day MAX.

5. REALLY minimize your sugar intake

Rarely, if ever, eat sugar. Period.

6. Drink about half of your body weight in oz. of water per day

So if you weigh 150 pounds, you should shoot for about 75 oz. of water per day (nine or ten eight ounce glasses).

7. Follow the “90%” rule

This rule says that you need to be “on” with the seven rules 90% of the time to see progress.

For example, if you eat three times per day, seven days per week … no more than two of your meals can break these rules.

You CAN go off the plan everyone once in a while … it’s just what you do on a regular and consistent basis that will determine your ultimate results.

 

That’s it. Couldn’t be simpler … and if you follow these rules, I GUARANTEE you will lose fat, feel great, and reach your weight loss goals quickly and easily!

Oh – and if you want a done-for-you meal plan to follow for the next 30 days – one that follows my rules of lean eating, but that also tells you EXACTLY what to eat – check this out (it’s only 20 bucks for the next 36 hours):

=> 30 Day Rapid Fat Loss KB Solution (includes done-for-you meal plan)

Thanks, and talk soon –

Forest Vance
Master of Science, Human Movement
Certified Fitness Nutrition Coach

Why Most Diets Fail

Odds are you know WHAT to do when it comes to dieting for fat loss …

The tough part is actually DOING it 🙂

And this is the exact reason why most diets fail.

Sacramento Mindful Eating Expert Dr. Sean Cook wants to explain this concept in more detail – and what to do about it – at his workshop at FVT on November 8th. For more details and to grab a spot (and claim your early-bird sign up bonuses), click here:

=> Mindful Eating Workshop

 

Also going on this week …

If you have shoulder pain, you need to at LEAST check out my friend and colleague Rick Kaselj’s Fix My Shoulder Pain program. It’s on sale for 50% for a couple more days – and I have a special bonus that I’m including for you when you buy it. Find a quick tip to fix shoulder pain and more details about the program here:

= > Fix My Shoulder Pain

 

Thanks to all who attended last weekend’s anniversary party! We had a great turn out and a lot of fun. I just posted up a few pics of the action here:

=> FVT on Facebook

 

And finally, some client recognition from this week’s band challenge action.

Keri S with seven pull ups! Holy smokes! 🙂

And Scott S a new black band earner.

We also had lots of folks show some great improvements this time around … so great work to all.

That’s it for now – have a great one and talk soon –

Forest

Announcing: Mindful Eating Workshop from Dr. Sean Cook @ FVT

Wow! We’re still recovering from last weekend’s FVT 2nd Anniversary Party … it was a great success, and many thanks to everyone who attended. We’ll have the full scoop on that for ‘ya soon in our weekly update email …

But today’s focus is our upcoming Mindful Eating Workshop!

Learn about the Mindful Eating Workshop with Dr. Sean Cook @ FVT == <<

If you want to know why most diets fail …

If you want to learn more about why we overeat and undereat … and how to stop the cycle …

If you’d like tips on retraining your brain toward healthier habits …

You should check out our upcoming Mindful Eating Workshop. And even better news is that you’ll save a few $$ and get some special “fast-action” bonuses when you grab your spot now … click the link below to check it out:

== >> Mindful Eating Workshop with Dr. Sean Cook @ FVT

Thanks, and talk soon –

Forest Vance
Owner, Head Trainer, Forest Vance Training, Inc.

FVT Studio 2 Year Anniversary Party (reminder)

2011’s FVT “re-grand opening” bash was awesome, and we’ve already confirmed attendance for at least 50% more folks this year … it’s one you won’t want to miss!!

This Saturday, October 13th at 9 am, we’ll have:

  • Two free ‘Bring-A-Buddy’ boot camps (just a few spots remain, please RSVP ASAP if you’ll like to reserve one)
  • Over $500 worth of free gifts raffled off, including one month of unlimited boot camp sessions, two personal training sessions, boxes of Perfect Foods Bars, FVT Boot Camp T’s, and much more …
  • Awesome “one-day-only” deals on training for new clients and a “10-20-30” pro shop sale (we’ll have the lowest prices on FVT pro shop items EVER!!)
  • Complimentary food and drink

And much more!

Be there or be square –

– Forest
PS – I sent out an message yesterday about the five worst exercises you can do for your shoulders … it includes a special five video series that you won’t want to miss, especially if you have shoulder pain. Check it out here:

=== >> Five Worst Shoulder Exercises (never do these)

PPS – News and registration details about next month’s Mindful Eating Workshop at the FVT studio also coming very soon … keep an eye on your email inbox for details!