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NMC Burbank 5 Miler

Patrick — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:43:36 +0000

On Tuesday night a group of FitCampers met Nick and I for a different kind of workout, a 5 mile off-road trail run put on by the North Medford Running Club. We had a great group of 12 of us run the race and a few had never run off-road or that distance in their life. Congratulations to all those who made it, took on the challenge and crossed the finish line. After the race was over it was high-fives all around and an overwhelming feeling of accomplishment and success for all.

NM Burbank 5 Miler post-race group photo (from left to right, Patrick, Gregg, Corinne, Nick, Megan, Kyle, Gail, Tina, Tiffany, Kathy, Angela, Kris. Not present for picture, Ally)

For more info on upcoming NMC races check out their website at http://www.northmedfordclub.org/.

Thinking of joining us for an upcoming race? Our next planned race is the MetroDash on Saturday, August 7th. Nick has put a team together and we already have 13 people signed up. The race is limited to 200 registrants so if you want to be a part of this incredible event with us then don’t lose your spot and register today.

Every Second Counts

Patrick — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 19:17:21 +0000

Saturday night we had our first ever FitCamp Social/Movie night. Many thanks if you made it, we always love sharing new experiences with everyone at the studio. If you didn’t get a chance to drop in for the show here is a quick trailer of the movie we watched. (Be careful if your kids or boss are around).

(After the movie we did 3 rounds of Fran, 6 round of Cindy and 9 one-arm deadlifts with 450lbs)

Also, before the show a bunch of us ran the Fitchburg Police Association Community 5k road race. The race director and volunteers did a great job with traffic and the post race get together was a blast hanging out with fellow FitCampers and meeting new people. We’re definitely going to add that one to our annual race calendar for next year.

A big Congratulations is in order for the following FitCamp members who did the race on Saturday representing the studio: (in no particular order)

Milly B., Gary O., Kris G. Kathy H., Mike D., David D., Nick, Jayne M., Erica G., Andy C., Glenn C., Angela L., Emma L. and yours truly.

*A special congrats to Milly who is already a FitCamp addict running her first ever 5k after joining FitCamp just a few weeks.

Lights, Camera, Action!

FitCamp Studio News & Updates: June 2010

Patrick — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 18:26:10 +0000

Join us this Saturday Night June 26th at 7pm-? for our FitCamp Social/Movie Night. Nick and I picked out a great movie that will give you a whole new perspective on training hard. BYOB and BYOC (bring your own lawn chair) b/c we will be projecting the movie onto the studio wall “drive-in style”. Dress is comfortable and casual. Healthy appetizers and desserts appreciated. Sorry no kids, R-rated movie. Sign-up at the studio or e-mail if you plan on dropping by.

Chris finishing out 75 Thrusters for time at the Throwdown

June Updates!

Friday 6/25/10 - Friday Morning 5:15am “Girls ONLY!” POP-Up Class w/Karen

Saturday 6/26/10 - Saturday Morning 9am POP-UP Class w/Tiffany

Show your support for Karen and Tiffany by signing up for their first solo-instructed FitCamp POP-Up class. Sign-up lists at the studio, space is limited to 12 members for each class. These classes do not count towards 2 and 3 day memberships so grab an extra class this week

Saturday 6/26/10 - Fitchburg Police Association Community 5K

Join us this Saturday at the Fitchburg Police 5k and show your support of our local Police Officers. Race details at www.FitchburgPoliceRun5.com. E-mail us if you plan on running or walking and we will set-up a place to meet before the race for a group photo.

Saturday 6/26/10 - FitCamp Social/Movie Night starting at 7pm!

COMING NEXT MONTH!

Saturday 7/10/10 - “Learn How to Master the Kipping Pull-up” (sign-up now, space is running out!)

Thursday BootCamp Classes

Patrick — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 18:58:35 +0000

Due to severe weather headed our way, Thursday PM BootCamp classes will be held indoors at the studio.

Get ready to CRUSH IT!

Studio News & Updates

Patrick — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 22:41:58 +0000

Hello and happy FRIDAY! I’m pretty excited today because on Monday we start back up with our 7th Annual Summer BootCamp program. Each year when we start-up BootCamp I always think it can’t get much better than last year. This year however, is going to be INCREDIBLE. Nick and I have been conjuring up new programs and torturous ways to help you take leaps and bounds in your quest for health and fitness perfection. Workouts like “Outdoor FRAN“, “The 400″, “BootCamp Gone Bad”, “The Vortex” and of course everyone’s favorite, a new and improved “Gauntlet”. (And those are just to name a few we will be doing over the first month). Wait to see what we have in store for July!

Well, as excited as I am to start BootCamp this year there are a few more things that have me feeling all amped up today.

# 1. Tomorrow, June 5th from 10:30am-1:30pm Nick is hosting another POSE Running Clinic. If you are a FitCamp member and haven’t done this clinic then you are truly missing out on achieving better results. This 3 hour workshop will teach you how to run more effortlessly, with faster times and avoid all those common running injuries. Now don’t go thinking you have to be this all-star runner to do this clinic. No matter what level you are at from an avid walker to an ultra- marathoner you will be blown away by how much this info will help you. Keep reading…

# 2. Monday, June 7th we start our new Summer Schedule and have added 2 new classes. If you’re a 4pm FitCamper you’ve been asking for this for months. We’re adding in a 4pm TuTh BootCamp class for the summer. If this class gets high attendance during the summer like the 4pm MWF then we’ll keep it. Check out our updated summer class schedule.

# 3. Also next week we will be introducing THREE new instructors! Now don’t act all shocked and surprised. If you’ve been here over the past few months then you already know them. Tiffany, Erin and Karen are certified personal trainers who have been working with me and Nick for that past 2 months going through our FitCamp Instructor Development Program. All three of these girls have been studying and working their butts off learning the moves, the programs and tips to becoming star quality FitCamp instructors. Over the next few weeks you will be seeing a lot more of them as they start team teaching with me and Nick. Also we will all be launching a brand new coaching program and Erin and Karen will be starting a revamped FitCamp kids program in early July (more info coming soon!). If you haven’t met either of these girls yet then please be sure to take a moment to introduce yourself next time you see them in class.

# 4. On a sad note, we will no longer be offering Sat 8am or Sun 4pm Kickboxing during the summer months due to instructor availability. However, Dee will be teaching a Thursday evening 6:30pm class starting next week on June 10th. Make sure to sign-up on the whiteboard at the studio if you plan on attending this class.

# 5. AND Finally! to end on a great note… On Saturday, June 26th at 7pm we will be hosting our FitCamp Summer Social/Movie Night. Bring your lawn chairs and favorite Hawaiian shirt and check out a great movie (TBD) projected “Drive -In Style” on the studio wall. Then hang out and share a few beverages, stories and laughs with your fellow members. More details coming soon!

That’s all for now. Have a great weekend!

Memorial Day Schedule

Patrick — Fri, 28 May 2010 17:17:11 +0000

There will be NO FitCamp classes on Memorial Day, Monday, May 31st. With all the high intensity training we do in class it’s always good to take a few days off now and then to let your body recover. I am sure the extra days rest will be a welcome retreat and you will come back on Tuesday feeling refreshed and rested.

Please enjoy the break and have a safe holiday weekend!

The FitCamp Team

-Patrick, Nick, Dawn, Tiffany, Karen & Erin!

: Barbara & Betty Relaxing After the Throwdown

Throwdown Videos

Patrick — Wed, 26 May 2010 16:49:22 +0000

I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to everyone for all the great feedback and comments about Saturday’s Throwdown. This event was such an amazing experience and I hope the energy carries us through until the next Throwdown in September.

The theme of the day was to “Raise Your Game” and based on what I am seeing in classes this week that is exactly what this event did. Even if you were not there on Saturday you can probably feel the changes taking place. There is a new focus, a new intensity and a greater purpose within the studio. Members are working harder, taking on new challenges and supporting, motivating and coaching eachother like never before. There has never been a better time to be a part of what we do in FitCamp than right now.

September will be here before you know it. Now is the time to use this new energy and purpose to grow. To strive for more. To be better. To make changes. To eat cleaner. To push harder. To support, motivate and inspire eachother. To take on new challenges. To commit. And to ultimately reach your true potential in fitness, sport, health, and life.

Check out more FitCamp Throwdown Videos Here!

The Aftermath

Patrick — Mon, 24 May 2010 19:34:14 +0000

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU…

To all those who came to the studio on Saturday to make our first ever FitCamp Throwdown such a huge success. I must say I never imagined the day would go so amazingly well. From the start of the very first workout the energy was incredible as freinds, family and supporting FitCampers cheered from the sidelines. As the 4 events unfolded the motivation has never been so high at the studio as each athlete pushed themselves to the brink and beyond. By the end of the day it was apparent that this day would be a turning point for many in their own ability and self belief as well as a magnificant personal achievement for all those who participated.

Congratulations to you all and thank you for making this event such an inspiring day for everyone!

In case you missed it, here is a results recap for the day:

Men’s Competitive:
1st – Nick N.
2nd – Jared G.
3rd – Tristan D.

Women’s Competitive:
1st – Tiffany T.
2nd – Erin K.
3rd – Stephanie M.

Recreational Men:
1st – Tony C.

Recreational Women:
1st – Angela L.

Congratulations to all those who athletes who participated in the event. Gary. O, Chris N., Lisa L., Dee N., Erica G., Stacey S., Ally B., Kathy A., Carol P., Corinne M., Jayne M., Lauren C., Barbara S.

A special thanks to my brother Tim and my nephew Devin who came down to show their support and help out with the cookout. I hope you enjoyed the experience and gained some of your own inspiration Tim!

Thank you Karen for all your help with solving “math problems” and being their to motivate, cheer and support each and every athlete (also for helping me when my blood sugar was non-existant). Thank you Karen!

EVENT PICS: Stay tuned! Over the next few days we will be uploading pics and videos from the event onto the website.

Post Throwdown Group pic with Friends & Family

Throwdown Events Announced!

Patrick — Wed, 19 May 2010 18:57:58 +0000

Nick and I just finished putting the magical touches on the first 3 WOD’s for Saturday. These workouts are a compilation of all things FitCamp and will be a blast to do and watch. We have never done these workouts in class so that should level the playing field for all athletes. Also, keep in mind that if you see something in the workout that you think “OMG, I can’t do that!” there will be a number of options that will be covered on Saturday morning to ensure all athletes (recreational and competitive) will be able to finish all of these workouts. This event is meant to be a positive experience for all so don’t stress about a thing. Just show up, work hard to your own ability and have fun! The worst that can happen is you get that much fitter!

Corinne, after a job well done!

WOD 1: “Forever 30″ - (21 Deadlifts/9 Burpees, 15 Deadlifts/15 Burpees, 9 Deadlifts/21 Burpees)
(compliments of John Biasi)

Competitive: Athletes will deadlift (bodyweight for men, 75% BW for women) then do lateral jumping burpees over their bars. Deadlifts 21-15-9/Burpees 9-15-21 in a superset format. 10 sec penalty for all unfinished reps within 15 min CAP. Weights determined at athlete meeting and rounded up to nearest 5 lbs.

Recreational: Athletes will deadlift (75% bodyweight for men, 50% BW for women) then do lateral jumping burpees or step-over burpees over their bars. Deadlifts 21-15-9/Burpees 9-15-21 in a superset format. no penalty for unfinished reps, 15 min CAP. Weights determined at athlete meeting and rounded up to nearest 5 lbs.

WOD 2: “Not FRAN” - (75 Thrusters for Time)

Competitive: Both male and female athletes will do 75 Thrusters for time (95# men/65# women). 10 second penalty for all unfinished reps within 15 min CAP.

Recreational: Both male and female athletes will do 75 Thrusters for time (65# men/45# women). no penalty for unfinished reps, 15 min CAP.

WOD 3: “Ball & Chain” - (50 yard plate carry, 7 weighted burpees, 14 Pull-ups) x 3

Competitive: Guys will carry a 45# plate 50 yards, complete 7 weighted burpees with 45#’s then do 14 pull-ups for 4 rounds. Girls will carry 25# plate and do same # of reps but for 3 rounds. (Band usage will be discussed at athlete meeting on Saturday morning).

Recreational: Guys will carry a 25# plate 50 yards, complete 7 weighted burpees with 25#’s then do 14 pull-ups for 4 rounds. Girls will carry 10# plate and do same # of reps but for 3 rounds. Up to 2 bands will be allowed in recreational division.

WOD 4: Mystery Workout (The final workout will be announced the morning of the Throwdown. Wait until you see what this workout entails… you will be talking about this one for months and won’t believe what we came up with!)

What’s Happening?

Patrick — Tue, 18 May 2010 21:41:54 +0000

FitCamp News & Updates: There is a lot going on at the studio lately and I just wanted to take this chance to give you a quick recap of all the announcements we’ve been making in class…

May 22nd - The Ultimate FitCamp Spring “Throwdown”

We are all really excited about this event and hope you can make it as a participant, competitor or most importantly to show your support of all your FitCamp coaches and friends. (details)

June 5th - POSE Running Clinic

If you are a FitCamper, if you plan on taking Summer BootCamp classes or even if you run or walk for exercise then this clinic is practically essential to your results. Learn how to run properly and why so many people have been taught how to run INCORRECTLY!…. (more info)

June 7th - The 7th Annual Summer BootCamp Program

We’re just a few weeks away from our 7th year outdoors at Doyle field. Our new class schedule is out along with new registration options for this years program… more details.

College/High-School Student Special!

With college kids coming home and high schoolers ready to break for summer in another month NOW is the time to start thinking about summer fitness plans. read more…