21 Day Fat Loss Challenge Winners!

This year our 21 day Fat Loss challenge has been our best yet ever. Not only did we have a little over 50 people in it, but the results are amazing.

Let's start with first and second place...

1st Place Winner: John Rizzo.

John lost a staggering 17.2 lbs and 3% body fat loss with a drastic change of lean body mass of 6.22. This guy not only workout hard and intense but as his wife would say he was in the zone, followed our plan down to a T and the results show for it. Great job for your commitment, dedication and results. 

Next post I'll be interviewing John on his journey during the past 2 months, especially during the 21 day challenge.

2nd Place Winner: Jassier Paneque. 
 
Jassier lost 13.6 lbs and 2.6% body fat with a change of lean body mass of 4.38

Jassier is a quiet one (except for when Ken is around.. lol), but comes in and works hard every day.  Very proud of you and your excellent results. 


 Though this year, these guys ran away with the challenge they aren't the only one's who had great success. I would like to recognize and mention also:

Beth Meyer lost 10 pounds and 2% body fat
Jen Kellman lost 9.6 pounds and 2.7% body fat
Scott Kellman lost 6.6 pounds and 2.2% body fat
Joey Schumaker lost 9.4 pounds, 1.6% body fat
Lee Ross lost 6.2 pounds and 1.5% body fat
Barbarann Roberts lost 7.8 pounds and 1.8% body fat
Danielle Bentley lost 8 pounds, 2.2% body fat
Dale Lively lost 4.2 pounds and 1.5% body fat
Lisa Coleman lost 8 pounds
Cindie Wiggins lost 8.4 pounds
Stephanie Luker lost 10 pounds
Reyna Wright lost 10 pounds

Certainly outstanding performances, especially in just 21 days!!

On average our other contestants lost about 4 to 6 pounds and 1 to 1.5% body fat. 

Some pictures from the challenge:

 

I'm proud of everyone who participated with us in way or the other during this challenge. I also want to thank some of our business friends who have supported us throughout this year and contributed to our prizes and cool gifts for our clients:

North River Body Therapies
Pets Life Naturally
Shan-T Native Kayaks Tours
The Nail Nook

Many thanks to everyone once again. Looking forward to 2013 for more challenges, contest and even better training protocols to help not only our current clients but also our community to be more educated on proper exercise technique and lifestyle habits. 

Getting back on track

It's Monday...

Getting back into full swing after a long weekend can be hard. If you are still carrying some of the weight or bloatness from the holiday eating frenzy; or lack of sleep from black Friday shopping and perhaps even today surfing the web for cyber Monday deals and having to deal with the work week... I understand.

But listen we've got only 36 days left in the year, and so it's time to get back into full action.

It's important you schedule a workout for today. There's no other way around it. Even if it's not your best performance ever, you need to get that workout in; in order to get yourself back on track.

Also make sure to start the day by eating better or doing a post-turkey weekend type detox. And by detox I don't mean drinking pills, laxatives nor anything weird.

Try this for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday:

• Fast from the time you wake up till noon (assuming you wake up any time between 6 and 9) If not adjust the timing of your meal accordingly.
• From noon time till like 8pm or dinner time just eat meals that contain lean sources of protein (such as eggs, chicken breast, turkey, fish) with veggies/greens only
• After that don't eat anything else till the next day, following the above suggestion through Wednesday.

Fasting for a short period of time like this, will help you cut some calories, drop some water weight and allow you to get back on track into your routine.

If you are local and train at Fitlorenzo and you are participating in the 21 Day Fat Loss Challenge then just follow the plan. If you noticed the first few days use a similar concept.

Add this quick AB workout to your routine today:

3 Rounds of the following exercises
Mountain climbers x 40 reps (20 per side)
Wheel rollouts x 20 reps
Situps x 20 reps

“Life WILL knock you to the curb, but you can’t let it rob you of your NESS! Now, what’s ness? It’s your name plus ness.” – Dupree

Dedicated to your success!

ed

BLACK FRIDAY DEALS

IT'S OFFICIAL: FITLORENZO BLACK FRIDAY SPECIAL IS ON!

FITLORENZO will feature an "Extreme Black Friday" special discount on our personal training and bootcamp services.

It's the only time of the year we come up with these insane deals!!!

We feel blessed to be surrounded by people like you who put your trust and health in our training programs. We hope through the year you have found our content, products, services and tips useful and that they have help to impact your training and life.

For you guys we have come up with these Black Friday deals. These specials can only be recieved through this special website link, here in this blog. And these offers will only be available from November 21 at 12:00 am through November 24 at 11:59pm. After that the links will be taken down, no exceptions!

SORRY ALL DEALS EXPIRED SATURDAY NOVEMBER 24, 2012 AT 11:59PM

These training programs will not be available at this price at any other time!!! This is your chance to either get yourself started on a training program, give the gift of health and fitness to a friend, spouse, co-worker or to stock up for 2013. The idea is that you get to purchase at this incredible price NOW!!! and you we can start immediately or set yourself for a great 2013. 

Thank you again for your trust and support in our training programs. 

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these deals please contact us.

Summary: Beach Battle Fitlorenzo Games

This past August 25th, 2012 FITLORENZO TRAINING CENTER hosted it's first Beach Battle competition at Coquina Beach, Bradenton FL.

Our performance game day was just awesome. We had a great time. Everyone enjoyed the friendly fitness competition events, the opportunity to socialize outside of the gym and the food some of our clients kindly brought for all to eat.

We had 4 main events:


Tug-A War - Was won by team Jonathan, Dana, Michelle, Mark & Christina

Wheel of Barrow - Was won by team Jonathan & Dana


Relay Race:- Which consisted of 5 teams of 3 running, squatting, doing frog jumps and lunging with 20lbs of sandbags. Team Jon, Rob & Faith won the race in a last second close call.

The Ultimate Fitness Challenge obstacle course was won by Dana Pruit. 2nd place: Brian. 3rd Place: Christina Flinn

Very proud of Dana, who a little over 3 months ago started training with us at Fitlorenzo and almost missed the event, ended up winning 3 of the 4 challenges. Great job! Just amazing! She took home almost $400 in prizes.

I'm proud for everyone who took time and either participated, cheered, supported us, brought some goodies, food (Michelle those blue crabs where just awesome), and just had a nice fun day at the beach.

We couldn't have pulled it off without many of you guys. First of all to the beautiful Elizabeth who put plenty of hours planning, buying and getting stuff together. Rosie, Tracy & Keith Fergurson, Jen & Scott Kellman, Pablo, Richard & Stephanie Luker thank you for getting up early and helping out with the set up.

Michelle & Mark Thorpe thank you for bringing the delicious food you guys prepared and injecting a lot of energy into the event. We didn't get a chance to Kayak because at the end we where all beat up and the weather was starting to pick up, but we will arrange next time to take a group kayaking with Shan-T Native Kayak Tours.

Thanks to Nicole Deitrick from North River Body Therapies for not only donating some of the prizes but also supporting us on beach day with her family. You & Brian did great in that obstacle course (though I had to eat all the sand he through in my face... LOL).

Also grateful for the help of Michelle, Mark, Ashley, Lisa, Jon, Nicole, Brian, Rosie, Maria, Elizabeth & Diana with clean up and wrap up.

For more pictures and videos make sure to check us out on Facebook.com/fitlorenzo

Putting all of this together took a lot of time, effort and energy, but you guys are well worth it. My only regret is that we haven't done it sooner.

Thank you from the heart, for always supporting and trusting our training programs.

Avoid negative thinking for optimal fitness

The difference between CAN and CANNOT are only three letters. But three letters that can mark the difference in a persons life direction.

How many times have you found yourself frustrated because "you feel" you can't do something?

How many times have you found yourself sabotaging your own efforts in whatever you may be doing in life just because you don't believe in yourself?

I'm not referring to the person who gets frustrated for, whatever reason may be, yet easily moves on and is able to maintain an optimistic outlook on things. I'm referring to the person who is overly critical of themselves. Nothing ever seems to be good enough. Everything is always viewed from a negative perspective.

Admittedly... at some point in our lives we've all been there or have experienced similar thoughts, even if just for a brief moment. So then, where do we draw the line? What makes it different for some people to take on a bad moment or bad day and move on while others stay in a state of agony, criticism, negativity and darkness?

Based on my life experiences and of those who surround me I can honestly say, at least in my opinion, that it boils down to a few things from: the way we've been brought up by our parents, work and school environment, siblings, social stereotypes, broken relationships, scars from the past, culture, eating disorders, depression, obsessive compulsions, etc. 

As a fitness trainer I see a huge connection between fitness, health, relationships, work, finances, family, sports and overall life. When you learn discipline and apply it to your fitness regimen that tends to rub off on to things in your life. Being fit gives you a sense of confidence, builds morale, makes you a better spouse, a more productive employee or a happier boss, makes you smile often and enjoy life in a better way.

I'm not saying life is perfect just because you make time to exercise. However you do develop a different perspective. Today for example a new training client of mine told me that she would feel proud of herself by sticking to a fitness program and achieving her goals of getting fit, toned, and increasing her overall performance. Her connection to starting an exercise program and life, is the fact that she already quit smoking, is dropping soda drinks and wants to become a role model for her daughter while enjoying life with her husband.

Can you think of a better outlook than that?

My point is that you either CAN or CANNOT.... but the choice is yours. Life doesn't has to be a constant struggle. And if you do find areas where you are most challenged, there are ways to make things easier or at the very least become optimistic.

The first thing you can do that will go a long way is to avoid negative thinking. Fight it as much and as bad as you can.

When it comes to exercise don't focus on things your body is not ready to do or may be impossible to do for many reasons. Focus on the things you can do and make sure you do them right. There are many people who are physically challenge and for them many exercise methods and styles of training are out of the question, however they find ways to overcome these obstacles in a constructive manner.

In my years of training I've seen many people with disadvantages, nursing an injury, beginners to exercise, very obese, etc. I would say however that a good majority of them have taken the challenge to better themselves and have done so in a positive way, finding and discovering what they really are made of.

Sadly the others have a tendency to complain, criticize, sabotage their efforts, become needy, always giving half the effort, draining themselves and those around them with negative talk, and ultimately most end up quitting.

If this is you STOP! Don't do this to yourself. Believe in your ability to change and be better.  Focus on the things you CAN control and not on things you can't. Don't compare yourself with other people, don't minimize your accomplishments, instead invest the energy on creating a positive environment and positive thinking.

 

Even if you feel life has dealt you a bad hand (I know s*** happens), it doesn't defines you and you don't need to feel sorry for the rest of your life. So change that and become more optimistic. Find the positive in different things that life may throw at you.

When it comes to exercise never quit and always do your best within your own circumstances.

Don't approach life with a defeated attitude or you'll miss the opportunity to reach your full potential. Use your mind the right way (POSITIVE THINKING) and you'll soon notice how better exercise, work, relationships and life in essence will be.

March Madness Referral Contest

DON'T LOOSE MOMENTUM ON YOUR 2012 COMMITMENT 

TO BETTER HEALTH & FITNESS

Spring is just around the corner, so let's leave winter behind and set yourself up for some MARCH MADNESS baby!!

THE DEAL: 

During March 1, 2012 to March 31, 2012 simply refer 3 of your friends, colleagues and/or family member. For EVERY 3 that you refer you will receive a $20 training credit; which can be used for boot camp or personal training.

If at least one person signs up for ANY of my training packages (personal training, boot camp or youth sports conditioning). You will receive another $20 training credit. 

There is no limit to referrals so for every extra 3 referrals you send our way you will continue to get $20 training credit. For example: if you refer 6 people that's a $40 training credit towards any training package.  Imagine if you refer 9 or 12 people that would be $80 - $100 in training credit!!!! 

MARCH MADNESS INDEED!!!

THE CONTEST:

Refer the most during the month of March and you will receive the following 

(on top of the above credits):

- $150 Training credit to redeem as one full month of boot camp training or 3 personal training sessions

- 1 FITLORENZO training shirt

There is no obligation to participate. However I do ask that if possible you do refer people like yourself, serious about their health and fitness. 

Your trust and support in our training programs means the world to us; as it's been a contributing factor to our growth and success, while allowing us to help many different people in the process. 

FITLORENZO is on a mission to grow our business and reach more people. We need your help, and that is why we want to reward you for it!!!

Feel free to contact us at 941-729-5217 and/or write to us to info@fitlorenzo.com. Make sure the people you refer to us mention your name or if you prefer we reach out to them, just let us know.

Fitness journey - interview with Jen

On my previous post I announced the winner's of the Holiday Fat Loss Challenge Jen and Michelle have shared their experience and journey while at boot camp. I conducted a short interview with both and I'm sharing their thoughts with you today.

I'm honored to be a part of their experience and to see how much they have progressed since joining our program.

In the month of December Jen lost 12 pounds and 1.8% body fat; with that let me share Jen's interview...

1)  What made you start coming to FITLORENZO Boot Camp?

A few years ago, I noticed that while I was working out, I wasn't seeing any real results. I would work out really hard, eat well, but the pounds weren't coming off as they had in my 20s. I saw a flyer at the gym for a new six-week "boot camp", so I thought a challenge might help. Little did I know... That's where I first met Ed.  Let me just say, whatever I thought I could do at the gym, it was NOTHING compared to the pace and intensity of Ed's boot camp! Jogging on the treadmill wasn't too difficult, but running suicide drills was almost too much.  After the first session, I could barely move! I contemplated quitting.  But I didn't want to regret that decision later, so I continued and completed the 6 weeks.  I was hooked and I've been with Ed and FITLORENZO ever since! 

2) Were you nervous when you first started? How do you feel now?

I was so nervous to start.  It definitely took me out of my comfort zone. I was standing with a bunch of strangers a lot younger than me and in a lot better shape!  I was filled with self-doubt and hesitation!  But I can look back now and see how the benefits have far out-weighed every single doubt and excuse that I had!  I have pushed my body harder and have been successful!  I can try just about any exercise and still amaze myself! 

3) What have you accomplished since starting? Was it easy?

To quote Theodore Roosevelt, "Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort, pain, difficulty..."  That defines boot camp!!  It has not been effortless, painless or easy!  But the benefits have been great!  First, I lost weight which was my primary goal in starting on this adventure.  Also, I have found a love of running!  I've done many races in several different states, including my first half marathon in November!  Boot camp has definitely helped my endurance and speed!!  In addition, I have gained some wonderful friendships in Ed and the girls I work out with!  They won't let me slack off or quit!  I love that!

4) What are your future goals?

I have committed to another year of torture at FITLORENZO!  I look forward to the challenging workouts, pushing me beyond what I think I can do!  I will also continue to run. I've talked my husband into training with me for the Rock and Roll 1/2 Marathon in February, then try for a challenge run at Gasparilla in March! 

5) How do your friends and family react to your changes?

My husband is VERY happy about the changes. We joke about him having the hot, young wife!  My parents are proud!  My Dad often remarks that he can't believe what's become of his former couch potato daughter!  I love it because I am more physically fit than my stepsons!  I can run circles around them, figuratively and literally!!

6) Looking back how do you feel now?

I am proud of myself!  Don't get me wrong, I still have days that I look in the mirror and see glimpses of my former "fat" self, but that is not who I am anymore!  While this journey started with a single decision to sign up and commit to boot camp, it has been many small choices made along the way that have made the difference.  It was dragging myself to boot camp at 6:00 a.m. on days when I would have rather been sleeping, pushing out that last set of push-ups or squats when I thought I had nothing left in the tank, going out for a run even though I had 20 other things on my to-do list, passing up on chocolate or wine for wiser choices...  I definitely didn't get it right every day, but I learned to forgive myself for the missteps and pick myself up and start again!  

If like her you would like to know more about what FITLORENZO Training Programs can do for you, please contact us at info@fitlorenzo.com. Make sure to visit us at http://www.fitlorenzo.com and find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/fitlorenzo

Don't let go over the holidays

You probably here it every year, especially once Thanksgiving comes along and through all the holidays... watch what you eat, you will gain weight, etc. Truth is that from which ever source you have heard it... it is true.

I mean lets be honest with all the celebrations, the food, the drinking, the pastries... I know it's hard to resist them all - all the time! I get it it, it's human nature. In reality no matter how hard you may try to avoid it, you know you will indulge on various occasions.

So then, what can you do to balance things out? Well for starters just because it's the holidays it's no excuse to just let go of yourself. If you know that you will be in a more celebrative mode, you will eat and drink a little more than usual then my recommendation is you need to increase the intensity and frequency of your workouts and cardio program NOW and in between the following weeks. Doing so will allow you to sort of balance the equation.

Make sure that in between the parties or gatherings you eat 90% of the time clean. Meaning avoid starches, limit carbohydrates, but eat plenty of vegetables, up your protein intake, eat healthy fats, avoid alcohol on those days, drink plenty of water and taking in some good vitamins.

There are many more things you could do to ensure that not only you don't gain weight during the holidays, but you burn fat in the process. For example many of my clients have taken part in our annual Holiday Fat Loss Challenge which on average every year my clients lose about 5 - 7 pounds of fat while everyone else stays the same or gains weight.

You could do something similar to help create accountability and help you to stick to a routine when it comes to eating and exercising.

However if at the very least you follow the above suggestions, you will be able to cruise through the holidays without fear of gaining unwanted weight.

Cheers!!

Dedicated to your success!!

FIT NOT FAT HOLIDAY FAT LOSS CHALLENGE!!!

Beat the holiday weight gain! Stay on track and look your best this holiday season!

With the holidays just around the corner you know what that means - parties, gatherings, food, drinks, and time off. This is the time of the year when most people "just let go of themselves" and as a results the typical person gains 5 - 10 pounds of fat!!!

Don't let this be you! Don't become a statistic!

Call today to get setup on your fat loss goals!! 941-729-5217

Why not instead of gaining 5 - 10 pounds.... 

YOU LOOSE 5 - 10 POUNDS!!!

DO YOU WANT TO BE STRONGER, LEANER & SEXIER?

Then the 25 Days Look Hot - Drop The Fat Challenge is exactly what you need!!!

This is why you need the challenge:

• You will loose 5 - 10 pounds of fat. Don't start 2012 with that weight on you.
• You will look and feel better. 
• You will be stronger, leaner and sexier!!!
• You will gain new confidence to make you unstoppable in 2012!!!
• You can win many prizes!!!

CHALLENGE STARTS NOVEMBER 26 AND ENDS ON DECEMBER 20, 2011

In order to make that possible I'm going to equip you with tools and resources to make it happen like never before. I'm taking all of your excuses out of the equation.

This is what I will provide to you as part of the 25 Day Look Hot - Drop The Fat Challenge:

• Over 12 Workouts Performed in 4 Weeks of Intense Boot Camp Training at Fitlorenzo Training Center
• 4 Extra Saturday Boot Camp workouts Nov 26, Dec 3, 10 and 17
• 3 Day Detox Plan to cleanse your body in a natural way with no pills, no drugs, nor shots.
• 25 Days of a meal plan for you to follow - no guess work required!!
• Print and Go Grocery shopping list!
• Healthy recipes and other nutritional tips.
• Extra Workouts to follow at home on off days! That way we'll insure you are doing your best!!
• Holiday Survival Guide e-book!

The chance to win:

First Prize (Valued at over $350.00!!):

·8 weeks of Strength & Conditioning Boot Camp access

·$100.00 Prize Money you can use for your holiday shopping! 

·FITLORENZO t-shirt!

 

Second Prize (Valued at over $180.00!!):

·3 one-on-one personal training sessions with me!!

·A Body Spray Tan service provided by The Nail Nook so you can show off the new you!

 Program Starts Saturday November 26 and ends on December 20, 2011! So hurry and reserve your spot as space is limited.

Program cost is only $129.00 

It's easy to enter the program. Just send us an e-mail to info@fitlorenzo.com or call 941-729-5217 to get started. 

All training will be held at Fitlorenzo Training Center. 

Boot Camp hours for the challenge are:

Monday - Wednesday - Friday at 6am

Tuesday - Thursday at 6am Coed Group

Monday- Wednesday-Friday at 9:30am

Monday - Wednesday - Friday at 5:30pm

Saturday's at 8:30am Coed Group

*Before November 26 start day, you will need to come in for us to take your measurements, weight and body fat percentage. 
Instructions will also be given to you in person and by e-mail. 


Don't Wait!! Get Started Today!!

TRX® Client Exercise Workshop

TRX® Suspension Training Workshop

What: This is a Fitlorenzo client exclusive exercise workshop. You will learn how to use the TRX® and some of it's exercises. Especially in the ways we'll be incorporating some of these in our Boot Camps and Personal Training sessions.

It's a Free event for Fitlorenzo clients only, no guest allowed that day during the workshop time.  We have limited spots so you must R.S.V.P.

When: Saturday November 19, 2011

Where: Fitlorenzo Training Center

Time: 9:30am to 11am

Sign Up Today!!

21 Flat Belly Fat Loss Program

As we end the near the of Summer you might find yourself completely off from your eating and exercise program. With the Summer vacations winding down, kids are back in school and this Summer heat hitting us hard; it's no hard to imagine things can get off track. 

Don't worry I got you covered!!!

My 21 Day Flat Belly Fat Loss Program is just what you need. 

This is your Done-For-You 21 Day Fat Loss Blueprint to your best shape!! It has everything you need to kick it off!! It can't get any easier!!

The 21 Day Flat Belly Fat Loss Program is the perfect solution for anyone who wants to burn fat, lose weight and maximize their metabolism in a short time. 

Note: This program is designed for people who are ready to commit at least 21 days and continue into the best shape of their lives. This program requires work on your part. And you need to do it if you want to be successful.

The best part 'There's No Guessing or Thinking'... Just follow the Done-For-You program. 

My Complete 21 Day Flat Belly Fat Loss Program Includes:

• 3 Day Jump Start Detox Program
• 21 Day Done-For-You Meal Plan
• Ready to print Grocery List
• Done-For-You Exercise Program to do at home or at the gym
• Healthy Recipes & Nutritional Tips
• Weekly Motivation 
• And more!!!!

THIS IS EVERYTHING YOU NEED, ALREADY MAPPED OUT FOR YOU!!!

SO YOU HAVE NO EXCUSES TO GET YOURSELF IN SHAPE!!

This program works great for men and women equally!!!

Stop thinking about it, and TAKE ACTION!! Stop jumping from diet to diet and commit to the best of you!!

ARE YOU READY?

VICTORY IS RESERVED FOR THOSE WILLING TO PAY THE PRICE!!! 

ACT NOW TO GET IN SHAPE IN 21 DAYS!!!

All of this for only $99! (Normally the price of this program is $139 a savings of $40!!!)

ACT NOW! Special Sale will end on September 5th - Labor Day!!

Note: This product is downloaded e-books file, which you will get by e-mail once you start the program. Feel free to send any questions or comment to info@fitlorenzo.com. 

Some of the highlights from the program:

•  Calorie Management. From Proteins, to Carbs and Fat
• 72 Hour Detox Program to cleanse you body naturally (no pills of weird stuff)
• Understanding hydration requirements for you body
• Fast & easy to do healthy recipes
• Metabolic workout program design for FAT LOSS
• And Much more...

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?