Spreading the LOOOOVVVVEEEEEE!

I wanted to thank all my wonderful clients this month with a fun Valentines Day gift.... but I couldn't get them flowers- because they don't last, I couldn't get them chocolates--- because that defeats the purpose and I want to give back to them, not hurt their progress:)

So, as I was sitting and rocking Molly it hit me! I should give all of them a FREE month. But why stop there? I feel so blessed and have been so grateful for each and everyone of my online personal training clients that I decided not only will I give them love-- but I'm going to spread the LOOOOVVVEEE even further and give EVERYONE a free month of on-line personal training. No catch- this is not a gimmick- it is just a free month so that you can see if maybe on-line personal training is for you!! It isn't for everyone- and I don't want you to pay me for my services if you don't actually get around to using them-- because I want you to progress- I don't just want your money. I want you to see results- that is my real payment:)

If you want to take some of my love-- then e-mail me at bertie.fitbody@gmail.com or leave me a comment with your e-mail address in it- and I will e-mail you a questionnaire so that I can make a plan catered to you!! If you would like to know what you will be getting for the month- go here and it explains what on-line personal training is. (you do not need a gym membership or access to a gym for this!)

You have until Valentines day to take me up on this offer!! So- that is TEN days for you to either snatch up the free month right away or mull it over!!

Plus- as a bonus-- if you spread the looooovvvveeee and repost this in your status or as a link on your facebook, blog, blast e-mail, etc... any which one you choose- then you will get a second month free!! Just let me know which one you did in your e-mail to me......

Don't forget-- bertie.fitbody@gmail.com is an e-mail address you will ALWAYS want to remember:) So e-mail now and get your free month of on-line personal training!

Short TERM goals

How AWESOME is this quote?? Now instead of the word "job" replace it with the word exercise or goal or just one more rep!! You don't have to do 10 push-ups in a row to FINALLY check off a goal-- if you have never done one before -- and you finally CAN... then that is a HUGE milestone. Health and fitness is taking baby steps and before you know it you will be toughing it out with the best of them, one push-up at a time!

So - today I'm sharing with you my short term goals... because if you don't have short term goals- you will NEVER get to your long term goals. Your short term goals are the stepping stones on your way to your long-term goals.

I'm still getting back to my pre-pregnancy fitness level. It is funny- I think I can pop out a kid and then get back to doing exactly what I was doing before... and it is a rude awakening when I can only do 10 push-ups before getting out of breath or only being able to sprint at half the speed before.... etc.... So, my long term goal is to get back to exactly where I was and keep growing from there.... and to get there:

1. I'm beginning the 100 push-ups challenge again, because there is just something about hitting that 100 that makes you feel like you are on TOP of the world.

2. This same guy has a 200 squat challenge- and since I LOVE squats and lunges, I'm going to go for that too. (he is coming out with a 25 pull-up challenge as well- and I'll be on board that one whenever it comes out)

3. I will also be doing 2 days of HIIT training and 3 days of steady state-- and then alternating it week from week.

I will stick with these 3 goals for now, as when I feel like I have too many goals on my plate- then I end up giving up too quickly and then none of them get accomplished until I decide to start over.

Since I'm still nursing Molly and realistically know that "inches" won't be dropping off-- then I'm going to focus more on my gains in fitness. I will still record my weight, stats and update progress pictures on the 1st and 15th of every month.... but do know the progress will be rather slow until I stop nursing.

Now it is your turn.... take out a piece of paper or even better, START a progress blog and write down your short term goals and share them with me! It is always fun to watch and see what other people are accomplishing and to cheer them on.

Keep workin' it!!

2 weeks AFTER baby and we are OFF!!

So--- here we go again!! One thing I love about having babies is it brings a new challenge to get back into shape after each one-- and there is nothing like a good challenge to motivate you to conquer your goals:)

To give anyone just now joining the short story...... here is where I started 5 years ago- when my 3rd was just 15 months old. I competed in Ms. Fitness Delta and took the crown and competed in Ms. Fitness Texas and took 3rd... and then had the "post competition blues" and put on close to 30 pounds because I was a little food happy after a pretty strict diet......

I lost close about 15 pounds on my own with intuitive eating..... and then decided to train for another fitness competition, this time remembering that I can't just go hog wild after I'm done competing! That is why I started this blog... to help keep me motivated and anyone else who needed that little extra something to help push them that much further towards what they want our of their fitness goals. This is the progress I made within the first month..................


(April 4, 2009).....(April 15, 2009).......(May 1, 2009)
weight: 154............... 150.........................147.5
neck: 12 1/2 in........ 12 1/2 in....................12.5 in.
wrist: 6 1/2 in. ......... 6 1/2 in....................6 1/2 in.
hips: 41 in. ................40.75 in..................40.5 in.
waist: 27 1/2 in. ....... 27 in.........................26.5 in.
belly button: 29 1/2 in. .......29 1/4 in............28 3/4 in.
bust: 33 in. ......... 33 in...........................33 in. (I'm not losing in my boobs because there is already nothing there:)
calves: 15 1/2 in. ...........15 1/4 in...............15 1/4 in.
biceps: 12 in. ..............11 3/4 in...................11.5 in.
thighs: 22 in. ........... 21 1/2 in......................21 in.


Then I got pregnant.... and nine months later I'm ready to get back on track.... with slight modifications. This is me 2 weeks after having Molly Mae. My measurements are under the pictures.... I luckily only gained about 27 pounds this time around... where I usually gain about 50!! So, I was proud of myself for that alone:)
I've got about 10 pounds to lose- but weight doesn't mean much to me if my measurements are all out of whack... so I prefer to go by measurements and bodyfat. And I have quite a few extra inches around my waist that I didn't have before!

(Jan. 12, 2010)
weight: 157
neck: 12.5 in
wrist: 6.5 in
hips: 42 in.
waist (smallest point): 30 in.
belly button: 32 in.
bust: 36.5 in. (whoo-hoo! I love my nursing boobs) lol!
calves: 15.5 in.
biceps: 12 in.
thighs: 21.5 in.

I will be back with another post tomorrow with my goals and time frames. Keep in mind I'm breastfeeding- and with Ethan I started dieting right away- and lost my milk after 3 months. This time I won't let that happen- so my diet will be healthy and well balanced and lots and LOTS of water........... and my exercise for the next little bit will be progressing back up to where I was and what I was doing before the baby came. Since I am breastfeeding- my progress will come slower then if I wasn't, due to my body really wanting to hold onto that extra fat til' I'm done. I'm keeping THAT in mind, so I'm not disappointed if I'm not right back to where I started asap.

Here goes nothing!:)

What are YOUR fitness goals for this year???



ps- if you didn't subscribe to my daily motivational e-mail..... then your inspiration today is Rocky's training program in my sidebar with music! Watch it and see if it doesn't make you want to go HARD next time you are working out!! And if you want to subcribe to my motivational e-mails, send me an e-mail to bertie.fitbody@gmail.com and put the subject subscribe!

What does the New Year bring??

Lots and LOTS of

MOTIVATION!

But how long does it last?? Did you know that by April 90% of the "resolution" gym goers no longer go to the gym. One of my all time favorite quotes is:

"Some people say motivation doesn't stick. Well either does a shower-that's why we advise you to take one everyday." ---Zig Ziglar

What motivates you? Do you have a daily source of inspiration? When the New Years resolution mania wears off--- what keeps YOU going?? What keeps ME going is having other people hold me accountable. Letting other people know my goals and then surrounding myself with positive people who care and want ME to succeed!

That is why tomorrow I will be posting "after baby" pics- and starting back up where I left off with my road back to fitness. I will post more details tomorrow about my goals and other fun info.

But for now- I want you to think about what keeps you going when the "initial motivation" starts to wear off?

I'm also going to start a daily motivational e-mail. If you would like to receive this e-mail to help give you that daily jump start, please e-mail me at bertie.fitbody@gmail.com 0r you can leave your e-mail address as a comment.

This is going to be a FANTASTIC year-- and I'm excited to restart my journey and to share it with you. And I'd love for YOU to share your journey with me!!

I'd say that this little sweetheart was worth me being sidetracked for the past 9 months:)

Remember- find what MOTIVATES you-- and refresh yourself DAILY.....

DECEMBER SPECIAL!!

Even if you didn't win my on-line personal training package--- I'm still giving a deal for the month of December for on-line personal training..... Here is YOUR deal........ I'm giving everyone who signs up in Dec. on-line personal training for HALF off! So, YES! That means- YOU only pay $15.00 for the whole month of December-- this is a great price to just "try" it out and see if it is something you would like to do!

E-mail bertie.fitbody@gmail.com or leave me a comment with your e-mail and I will be more than happy to answer any questions you might have and get you started! Why wait til' Jan. 1st-- be HOT and HEALTHY for Christmas:) Get a head start this year....

Always have fun and happy training!

Winners!!

First off, I hope everyone had an AMAZING Thanksgiving:) Holidays are a wonderful time to get together with family and friends and celebrate ALL we have to be thankful for! Sorry for the delay in getting the "news" to you- but I have been out of town and am just now back to my computer. But enough about ME- let's here it for the WINNERS!!!

1. Ashley
2. Amy
3. Patty from Facebook!

Congratulations LADIES!! Now, I just need you to e-mail me at bertie.fitbody@gmail.com and I will send you a questionnaire regarding your goals, etc... and then as soon as I have your plan formulated-- I'll send it over to you.

I can't wait-- and this IS happening! I know, it is like a dream come true;) LOL!

Training Packages!!

Due to many requests, I have decided to start on-line personal training as well as, continuing to train clients in person. So, whether you want to learn how to do any of the tricks in the above picture, look good in a uni-tard, run that marathon, or just want to feel healthy, energetic and at your best-- then THIS is for you:)

On-line personal training- This is for you:

1. If you really don't have a problem getting to the gym or working out-- but you don't like having to figure out a new weight/cardio routine when you are bored with your current one, or knowing when to switch it up, or how to work on your body and transform it into the best YOU possible!

2. If you need that extra attention from someone who cares that you are getting your stuff done! Through texts, e-mails, motivational videos, etc.... Someone who needs their own personal cheerleader (and who DOESN'T need one of those)! And someone who will hold you accountable.

3. If you can't come see me, but still love my killer workouts.

4. If you don't have anything to work with- and can only workout at home- but aren't sure exactly what to do.

Then THIS is for you!

One-on-One in person- personal training- This is for you:

1. If you are anywhere in Orange County. I can come to you or you can come to me!

2. If you need that certain someone cheering you on, or if you prefer yelling at you (army style) making sure you don't let up on the last rep... and pushes you beyond your limits.

3. If you have no clue where to start and just need that extra guidance.... then I'm here for YOU!

-Training Packages-

On-line personal training - $30/month

-A new workout routine including weight training/cardio/ functional/plyo training every month
-24/7 email contact with me
-Printable workout logs to monitor your progress
-Frequent motivational emails/video including tips and recipes
-Weekly online check ins!
-goal assessments
-nutrition counsel

You will be sending me your pictures and stats bi-weekly so I can assess your progress and what route to take. Very personalized routines will be sent to you! I'm YOUR trainer, not just a book, we will find out what works FOR YOU! Everyone is different.

Your progress depends on what I give you and what YOU decide to do with it. You can count on me fighting with you all along the way. You can DO THIS!

One-on-One personal training - $20/30 min. or $40/hr. (if you buy bulk sessions, the price will go down)

OR for a flat rate of $300/month you can have unlimited one on one sessions!
(which you would get your money's worth in only 7.5 sessions!)

You will get all the above only I will see you in person and we will do a body/fitness assessment the first time we meet, and then bi-weekly from there. I want to see you, SEE yourself change!!

With one-on-one personal training I will travel to anywhere in Orange County or you can come to my training facility in Mission Viejo.


My goal is to see you happy and to see you achieve whatever it is that you want to achieve! I believe in YOU! And I believe in a very personalized training program to help get you there. I'm the road-- and you are the runner that gets to the end of the road! We NEED each other.

If you are interested in any of my services please e-mail me at bertie.fitbody@gmail.com and we will get you started! I will be adding more as time goes on, but I limit how many people I am able to take on each month, because I REALLY do believe in personalization, so don't wait!

Also- to help promote my latest service of on-line personal training... I'll be giving away 2 free months of FREE on-line personal training to 3 random people. All you have to do is leave a comment and you are entered! I'll "draw" the 3 lucky winners on Monday (Nov. 23), so that we can get you started asap, and just in time for the holidays!!:) You also do not need a gym membership for my workout routines- I will cater it to YOU and whatever you have available. And if you are pregnant - I am a pre/postnatal fitness specialist- so you have no excuse not to enter either!!

Let's DO IT!