2012 Holiday Boot Camp/Group PT Schedule

2012 FVT Holiday Boot Camp/Group PT Schedule (all class times remain as scheduled unless otherwise noted):

  • Monday, December 24th (Christmas Eve): Special 9 am boot camp time only
  • Tuesday, December 25th (Christmas Day): Closed – no boot camp classes will be held
  • Wednesday, December 26th: 9:15 am and 6 pm boot camp classes only
  • Friday, December 28th: Special 6 am boot camp time will be added
  • Monday, December 31st (New Year’s Eve): No 5 pm or 6 pm boot camps
  • Tuesday, January 1st (New Year’s Day): Special 10 am boot camp only
  • Friday, January 4th: Special 6 am boot camp time will be added

Thanks, and Happy Holidays!

– The FVT Team

Kettlebell Workshop @ Forest Vance Training, Inc. Saturday, January 26th 2013

If you’re:

  • Looking to learn the basics of safe and effective kettlebell training
  • Already training with KB’s, but having problems mastering good technique
  • Tired of your lower back/forearms/shoulders/etc. hurting after a KB training session
  • Simply love kettlebells, want to discover new training tips and workouts, and spend an awesome day around like-minded kettlebell enthusiasts

You’ll want to check this workshop out.

I have some great bonuses for ya’ when you grab your spot – PLUS a special “early bird” discount for the first handful of people who sign up. Head over and check it out here:

=> January 2013 FVT Kettlebell Workshop

Thanks, and talk soon –

Forest Vance, MS, RKC II

PS – The last KB workshop we held in Sacramento – in June of 2012 – was completely full in a matter of days. So if you want a spot, no pressure, but ya better get in quick 😉 Do it here:

=> January 2013 FVT Kettlebell Workshop

FVT Holiday Charity Boot Camp Follow Up

Just wanted to post a quick recap of last Saturday’s FVT Holiday Charity Boot Camp – and say thanks to all who participated!

We had over 20 folks come out to join in the fun … several others who couldn’t make it contribute to the cause … and together, we raised a total of $550 for Sacramento – area families and their pets this holiday season!

Money raised for the boot camp goes directly to the Mercer Veterinary Clinic, an affiliate program of Loaves and Fishes. Mercer Veterinary Clinic for the Homeless is a 501(C)3 non-profit, student-operated organization providing free care for the animal companions of the homeless.

We are so thankful to everyone who helped make this event great, and for the unique opportunity we have to come together as a community and give back in this way – especially during the holiday season.

– The FVT Team

FVT Gift Certificates Now Available

Give the gift of fitness and health with a gift certificate for personal training or fitness boot camp classes!

We’ve put together some special training packages, just for the holiday season. Your family member/friend/co-worker/etc. will get a “gift-sized” amount (priced in the $100-$200 range, depending on the package you choose) of personal training or boot camp sessions, a special gift certificate and your choice of Forest’s books, the 10×10 Kettlebell Solution or No Gym? No Excuse! (while supplies last).

For details – and to get your FVT Gift Certificate now – call 916.273.9366 or contact us by clicking here.

Happy Holidays!

The FVT Team

 

December 2012 Challenge Workout Results

The December 2012 FVT Challenge Workout again, in case you missed it:

December 2012 FVT Challenge Workout – Burpee/Squat/Swing Ladder

  • 1 burpee
  • 2 body weight squats
  • 3 kettlebell swings

Then, go back to the top and ‘climb the ladder’!

Meaning you’ll do:

  • 2 burpees
  • 4 body weight squats
  • 6 kettlebell swings

Then:

  • 3 burpees
  • 6 body weight squats
  • 9 kettlebell swings

And continue in this fashion until you get to 10 burpees, 20 body weight squats, and 30 kettlebell swings. Complete the workout as fast as possible. 20 minute time limit.

And the results:

S.G. 12:20
S.F. 13:12
J.M. 14:27
B.C. 14:42
S.P. 14:52
J.M. 15:32
C.C. 15:34
J.O. 15:46
R.K. 16:22
L.A. 16:34
K.A. 16:39
S.K. 16:45
F.R. 16:52
Z.W. 17:11
E.Z. 18:06
B.S. 18:45
A.S. 18:50
S.G. 18:52
B.G. 18:56
N.P. 19:00

(modified/ran out of time/etc.)

J.P.
A.M.
P.T.
K.S.
M.G.
M.L.
B.W.
N.G.

Great to all! Keep training hard, and ’till next time –

The FVT Team

The Story of Ruby and Beethoven (and upcoming FVT charity boot camp)

Last week, we announced an upcoming FVT Charity Boot Camp event on Saturday, December 15th @ 10am.

Click here to get all the details on the event and reserve your spot now:

= > 2012 FVT Holiday Charity Boot Camp Event

I also mentioned last time that the support and turn out at every event we’ve organized has exceeded our expectations. I’m very thankful for the unique opportunity we have to come together as a community and give back in this way – especially during the holiday season.

Today, I have a quick story for you about the Holiday Pet Basket program. (The Mercer Pet Clinic puts this on every year, and funds you contribute to the boot camp event will go partially towards this program.)

The Mercer Clinic Holiday Pet Basket program was started in 1995 by Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital staff members of the “VOICE” staff newsletter. It has grown due to need over the years from only 25 baskets to 130 baskets last year.

As one might imagine, the Holiday Pet Basket distribution program includes wonderful experiences like the story of Beethoven and his loving owner, Ruby. Here’s a picture of them opening their gifts:

Ruby referred to the fluffy, playful lab-mixed breed dog as her “son” who would always follow her closely. Folks at the distribution last year got to see him prancing and dancing due to all of the excitement of awaiting his goodies and treats.

Ruby explained how much Beethoven meant to her, that he was family to her since his enthusiastic companionship provided her with a smile everyday. He also helped to keep her warm in the cold evenings, as well as protected her and guarded her from other dangers.

She went on to tell of Beethoven’s heroic act when he awakened her one night after her sleeve caught fire while she slept too near a fire, saving her from serious injury or worse. She had always been grateful to him for this and other protective acts that he has performed since he was a pup, only a few years ago. He, too, was clearly grateful to her for saving him from drowning when he was thrown into the Sacramento River by someone in a gunny sack.

Help others like Ruby and Beethoven this holiday season. Click the link below to get all the details on the event, donate as much or as little as you like and reserve your spot now:

= > 2012 FVT Holiday Charity Boot Camp Event

Thanks, and talk soon –

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

December 2012 Challenge Workout

Test your strength and overall conditioning. Get fitter, faster. It’s once again time for the monthly FVT Challenge Workout!

December 2012 FVT Challenge Workout – Burpee/Squat/Swing Ladder

Here’s what to do:

  • 1 burpee
  • 2 body weight squats
  • 3 kettlebell swings

Then, go back to the top and ‘climb the ladder’!

Meaning you’ll do:

  • 2 burpees
  • 4 body weight squats
  • 6 kettlebell swings

Then:

  • 3 burpees
  • 6 body weight squats
  • 9 kettlebell swings

And continue in this fashion until you get to 10 burpees, 20 body weight squats, and 30 kettlebell swings. Complete the workout as fast as possible. 20 minute time limit.

Watch the video below for a video demo of the workout. (Please note that in this video, I am doing kettlebell goblet squats … and for this specific workout, we are doing body weight squats. Everything else is the same.)

Good luck! You’ll need it 😉 Results will be posted at the end of the week.

Forest

PS – If you’re in the Sacramento,CA area and are looking to come in and “test out” our services, there’s never been a better time. We have our “test-a-trainer” offer going this month, a charity boot camp on Saturday the 15th, FVT personal training/boot camp gift card special offers, and a kettlebell workshop in planning stages, with dates to be announced very soon. Just hit reply to this email – or forward it along to a friend – for more details on any/all of our current offers.

PPS – If you missed yesterday’s “Metabolic Mashups for Fat Loss” interview with fat loss expert Kate Vidulich, check it out – we’ve gotten TONS of great feedback on it already, and if your fitness goals include fat loss, it’s one you won’t want to miss:

=> Metabolic Mashups for Fat Loss (interview with Kate Vidulich of FatLossAccelerators.com)