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Why a Proper Golf Fitness Training Program Will Improve Your Golf Game

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 14:17:00 +0000

Are you like many golfers who take lesson after lesson and don’t seem to improve? Well, it might be due to lack of proper conditioning.

A golf specific strength and conditioning training program may be the answer for you. Stronger muscles, bones, and connective tissue all contribute to a better golf game and a reduction in your chances of getting injured.

Regular exercise can also bring on improvements in balance, muscle control and range of motion that can help improve your swing. Whether you're a novice or tournament player, you certainly want to perform as well as you can.

Here are three important aspects of your swing that proper conditioning will significantly improve:

1. Swing range by improving your joint flexibility.
2. Swing speed by developing your muscle strength.
3. Swing power by training your postural balance and coordination.

Improving your golf game through better physical fitness is a must for getting better. Adam Schriber of Crystal Mountain Resort in Thompsonville, MI (Golf Magazine Top 100 Teachers in America) says most amateurs don’t improve because they are “under -trained and fail to retain their innate movement patterns.”

Adam also goes on to say that you must train to make change and incorporating a proper fitness program will “improve your technique and free your mind so that you can swing like an athlete.” (Golf Magazine, 2009)

Of course, this type of fitness program should include cardiovascular activity and appropriate nutrition. According to Todd M. Cambio, Strength and Conditioning Specialist and Owner of Precision Fitness, “the primary focus of any golf specific program should be on safe, sensible, effective and efficient exercises designed to make you feel better and play better.”

Be Fit,

Todd
www.ToddCambio.com
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

The Hottest New Strength Training Tool in Years!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 01:11:00 +0000

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Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Kick Butt Kettlebell Classes!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:47:00 +0000

Whether you’re trying to build or tone muscle, increase your metabolism, or burn fat, you should incorporate a cardio routine and some form of strength training.

Well, here is the perfect solution to combining both:

KETTLEBELLS!

Kettlebell workouts focus on full-body movements consisting of lifting, swinging, and balancing differently weighted kettlebells, which are basically cast iron cannonballs with handles.

You’ll feel it most in your hips, butt, thighs, and arms at first. In fact, you’ll feel it for days. But, the midsection and back do their share of the work too.

It’s the perfect workout for women looking sculpt their curves and tighten the backs of their arms. And it’s great for men trying to turn that keg in their midsection into a 6-pack.

So if you are ready for something new, then contact Kelsie today at 401-489-0551.

Class Times:

4:15 Monday-Thursday
5:15 Monday - Friday
11 am Saturday (Combo class with Boot Camp)

Click link below to see how Kelsie does it:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TGI2M0bPcRw

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Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Are Your Kids On A Sugar High?

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 20:35:00 +0000

Kids get WAY too much sugar. It is estimated that kids get a staggering 29 grams of unrefined sugar per day!

This is leading to a number of problems and health issues including: obesity, hyperactivity (ADHD & ADD), increased rate if injuries, early onset of diabetes and more...

So if you think giving your kids a pop tart and juice is healthy, think again! Their blood sugar levels are going on a roller coaster ride to Unhealthyville!

This information also applies to we adults too. We mainly buy the food that we both eat.

When purchasing foods, read the labels. Manufacturers will try and hide the amount of sugar in products by using several different sugars so they do not have to use "Sugar" as the first ingredient listed on the food label.

For weight loss, avoid all those extra carbs and look for protein sources first.

Obtain your sugar sources naturally through fresh fruits and veggies and whole grain choices.

Here are some more tips:

Limit fruit juices, even though they could be all natural, they are very high in calories. Eat the fresh fruit of the juice you want to drink instead.

Rather than adding syrup to pancakes and waffles, try adding sliced fresh fruit and/or some vanilla low fat yogurt.

Look to whole grain cereal without added sugars and top with sliced bananas, berries or other fruits that you like. This applies to hot cereals like oatmeal too.

Keep healthy snacks handy like whole fruits/veggies, cut veggies, low fat yogurt, Herbalife protein bars, almonds, etc. so you won’t be tempted to eat sweets.

Instead of baked goods for dessert, try frozen bananas. They taste like ice cream when frozen. Add a little chocolate syrup (not hot fudge) and enjoy! Sorbet is a good choice here as well.

For our kids, really pay attention to what you are feeding them. It is estimated by the Journal of the American Dietetic Association that kids are getting a staggering 29 grams of unrefined sugar per day which is leading to a number of problems and health issues.

Hope this helps. Please be aware of what you put in your body and your kids.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Why We Need Fiber

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:04:00 +0000

Digestive health plays a major role in many areas including weight management, energy, healthy skin and immunity.

The small intestine is where the majority of digestion and absorption of nutrients takes place.

Fiber (water-soluble and water-insoluble) provides: a feeling of fullness, slows the absorption of sugar, helps to keep blood-sugar levels more even, lowers cholesterol, transfers food through the GI track, traps water and helps in preventing constipation.

The average American consumes only HALF the amount of fiber recommended by the Institute of Medicine.

Try for 30 grams of fiber a day.

Try for 5-7 servings of fruits and veggies per day - think lots of colors!

If you would like more information or a private nutrition consult, please do not hesitate to call.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Food Labels, Healthy Fats & Healthy Portion Sizes

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 13:47:00 +0000

This class really opened some eyes, especially about nutrition labels.

We discussed how manufactures will try make their products look healthy when they are really not and how nutrition labels can be misleading.

Many people assume a small package or medium sized beverage container is a single serving, most times this is not the case. An official serving size of a beverage is 8 ozs, many bottles are 16 ozs or even 20 ozs. That is about 15 cubes of suger!

Remember, 4 grams of sugar is 1 tsp of sugar or one sugar cube. Visualize sugar cubes.

This means you may be drinking 2 - 2.5x the amount of calories listed on the label. Most of those calories are pure sugar!

Here are the highlights from Class #5:

Went over how to read a nutrition label careful and look for hidden information.

Learned what a "Good" fat is compared to a "Bad" fat.

Saturated fats are "BAD" fats. They include Trans-Fats which raise cholesterol levels and contribute to heart disease.

Polyunsaturated fats can be "GOOD" like Omega 3's or "BAD" like Omega 6's which cause inflamation in the body.

Monounsaturated fats are also considered "GOOD" because in small amount because they do not raise cholesterol or promote cancer. Olive oil and avacados.

Our diets are way too low in Omega 3 fats (found in fish, flax seeds, vegetables, free range chicken & cattle and seaweed) which decrease inflammations in the body that are believed to cause heart disease and cause possible cancers.

Learned why it is important to regulate your blood sugar.

Be wise to portion size by decreasing your portions and eating small frequent meals
Most Americans have a very distorted view of what a healthy portion size is.

Homework:

Print off weeks 6 and read it.

Read food labels carefully to know what is in the foods you are consuming and how many servings are in that one container.

Try and get more Omega 3 into your diet. Reducing your portion sizes will help too.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Healthy Carbs - Weight Loss Challenge Week 4

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 00:38:00 +0000

Healthy Carbs

Here are the highlights and the homework for my students:

- We went over the differences between "good" carbs and "bad" carbs.
> Pick Whole grain choices
> Pick lots of fresh fruits and veggies
- Recieved some great tips:
> Buy frozen fruits and veggies they are just as nutritious
> Use cooking spray instaed of oil
> NEVER grocery shop hungry
> Never wait to eat, have a snack even if you think it will "spoil" your dinner!
- Discussed ways to make your favorite recipes healthier.
- Learned why it is important to regulate your blood sugar.

Be Fit,

Todd
www.ToddCambio.com
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Fat Burning Boot Camp Session

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:35:00 +0000

Here is a little clip from the Ribbon Cutting of the NEW Precision Fitness Nutrition Center/Shake Bar. Here Kelsie is taking the troops through a great full body workout consisting of several stations.

Be Fit,

Todd
www.ToddCambio.com
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

NEWS FLASH: Ultimate Sports Massage Team Joins Precision Fitness!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 01:31:00 +0000

Todd Cambio and the Ultimate Sports Massage Team
Originally uploaded by tcambio17

Precision Fitness & Nutrition Center is proud to announce the arrival of the Ultimate Sports Massage Team. If you need to get those kinks worked out, then these are the girls to see! They are 2x Olympic Sports Massage Therapists!

The Ultimate Sports Massage Team recently worked the Revolution 3 Triathlon and will be at the Narragansett Blessing of the Fleet 10 mile road race.

So stop in for a FREE massage to see what they can do for you!

How to Boost Your Metabolism

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 08 Jun 2009 03:37:00 +0000

Here are Week 3 highlights from our Weight Loss Challenge/Nutrition Class

Week THREE - Boosting Your Metabolism

-Eat protein at every meal/snack to rev up your metabolism and maintain your lean mass

-Try to exercise 30 minutes per day

-Resistance training should be done at least 2x/week

-Have protein powered snacks on hand instead of carb based ones

-Protein based meals will control your blood sugar, maintain energy levels and decrease hunger

One of the best things you can do to boost your metabolism is strength training!

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Start Your Happy Hour Of the Right Way!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Wed, 03 Jun 2009 02:40:00 +0000

Start your happy hour off the right way with a FREE Shake, FREE Herbal Tea, FREE Massage or a FREE Workout.

Your invited to the Ribbon Cutting of my new Nutrition Center and Shake Bar Friday June 5th.

Events from 1-6 PM.

Stop in to sample some great smoothies and teas or try a workout. Or both - Your Choice!

Rough schedule of events:

- 1 pm Try some Shakes or Herbal Teas (samples all nite)
- 2 pm Ribbon Cutting
- 2:30 pm Killer Core Workout
- 3 pm Massages by the Ultimate Sports Massage Team
- 4 pm Kettle Bell / Boot Camp Combo
- 5 pm - Interval Strength Training

Hope to see you there!

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Fat Burning 100 Workout!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 02:07:00 +0000

Using basic exercises, you can turn into a fat burning machine. Do each exercise for 20 reps as fast as you can maintaining proper form. When done with all 5 exercises, you will have completed the 100 Workout. Rest 2-3 minutes and do another round. (ABOUT 7 MINUTES for 2 ROUNDS!). Work up to 5 rounds.

Watch this video and give it a try.

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

How to Rev Up Your Metabolism!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 21:40:00 +0000

Here are some tips we teach in our weight loss class to rev up your metabolism, curb your cravings and help you lose weight.

Week TWO Weight Loss Challenge/Nutrition Class Highlights: setting up your meal plan, snacks and water intake

-Eat protein at every meal/snack to rev up your metabolism and maintain your lean mass
-Pick and stick to a meal plan (plan A or B) 4-5 meals/snacks per day
-Have a variety of fresh fruits & veggies
-Reduce your "normal" carb intake to appropriate portions (see your week 2 notes)
-Choose snacks that have at least 10 grams of protein
-Drink 8 glasses of water per day
-Try to exercise 30 minutes per day

Homework:

Print Week 3 and read it

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

WHY Protein????

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 24 May 2009 13:49:00 +0000

Week 1 of our Weight Loss Nutrition Class - aka: Weight Loss Challenge - went very well. Our topic was Why Protein?

Before I get into the "Why Protein" part of it, I want to take a moment and remind everyone that we are also raising money for disabled kids. We are trying to make some of their dreams possible through the incredible work of the imPOSSIBLE DREAM Charity Fund.

We currently have 23 participants (MORE are Always Welcome!). This means we have raised $230 so far for the imPOSSIBLE DREAM Charity!

Now the educational part of all this:

Protein is known as the building blocks of life

Protein is utilized in the body to build and repair tissues

Protein produces hormones and enzymes

Proper amounts of protein better maintains lean muscle mass

Protein keeps your immune system & respiratory system functioning properly

How Protein Affects Your Weight:

Protein in your diet will help control hunger

Protein in your diet will boost your metabolism

Protein helps regulate blood sugar and insulin

Homework:

Eat protein at every meal/snack to rev up your metabolism and maintain your lean mass (20-25 gm for meals & 10-15 gm for snacks)

Record everything that you eat/drink

Get your 3-ring binder

Print of week 2 and read it. (http://www.herbalifewlc.com/)

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

NEW Weight Loss Challenge Starting!!!!!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 12 May 2009 16:45:00 +0000

JOIN TODAY and Start Losing!

When: May 19th – August 8th

Where: Precision Fitness 535 Centerville Road, Warwick

What Time: 10 am Tuesday (5/19) or Saturday (5/23) - pick a class that fits your schedule.

Contact: Todd at 401-489-0551

Highlights:

Only $35.00!!
Your registration money is paid out to participants with the most weight loss % and donated to the imPOSSIBLE DREAM.
Win cash plus raffle prizes!
12 WEEK Nutrition Class with private weekly weigh-ins
Learn all about health and nutrition to help you live a long and healthy lifestyle.
Receive a FREE Wellness consultation (a $ 50 value) and learn your:
· Body Fat %
· Lean Muscle Mass
· Resting Metabolic Rate
· Daily individual calorie and protein requirements to lose weight safely with long-term results
· On going support from
your personal coach!

Be Fit,

Todd
http://www.toddcambio.com/
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Donation to the imPossible Dream

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 05 May 2009 03:52:00 +0000

Donation to the imPossible Dream
Originally uploaded by tcambio17

After a very successful Weight Loss War, we were able to donate $200 to the imPossible Dream Charity Fund.

We are very proud to announce our next Weight Loss Challenge will donate $10 from every participant to the imPossible Dream.

If you would like to lose weight and help some children in need, simply contact Todd M. Cambio and sign up for our next Weight Loss Challenge.

When: May 19 (Tuesday) & 23 (Saturday)

Where: at Precision Fitness, 535 Centerville Road, Warwick, RI

What time: 10 AM

Contact Info: 401-489-0551 or info@GoPrecisionFitness.com

Live a Healthy Active Lifestyle Starting Now!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 04 May 2009 23:44:00 +0000

It happens to everyone. That moment when you realize that it's time to do something about your weight and your current lifestyle.

It may happen when you're looking in the mirror or standing on the scale.

Your first thought is to go on a 'diet' but as quickly as that enters your mind the ghosts of a hundred diets past return...along with all the frustration of do you even want to live healthy.

Then you wonder, why bother?

The weight will come back, as it always has.

Then you'll be back in front of the mirror as discouraged as ever.

The answer is not to go on another diet.

The answer is to change your lifestyle.

You've heard this before, and it makes sense, right? So why haven't you done it?

Your Lifestyle Obstacles. Most people resist changing their lifestyle for two reasons.

1. Change is scary. Whether you realize it or not, your life is in a constant state of change. Though you cling to the familiar, it's a futile struggle. Change always wins.

The most consistent thing in life is change. Since you'll never escape it, you might as well channel it. It's time to make the change in your life purposeful and positive.

2. Lifestyle misconception. How many times have you heard the term 'healthy lifestyle' only to picture a health nut with celery sticks in one hand and tofu in the other? The truth is that most people think that changing their lifestyle will be an extreme and unpleasant experience - and that's not true.

Improving your lifestyle does not mean swearing off chocolate or living in the gym. You don't have to eat wheat germ for lunch and you can still enjoy a nice plate of pasta.

The key is moderation. Making the Change. It's time to lose your 'all or nothing' mentality. Embrace simple, small changes that will add up to big improvements in your lifestyle.

These are your main venues for change:

What You Eat. Let's face it, most of the foods you eat aren't the healthiest. Some are downright terrible (the burger and fries you had last week). While others are simply excessive (the snacks you eat while watching TV).

The solution to cleaning up your daily diet is NOT to go back on a 'diet'. In fact, I never want you to go on a 'diet' again. (Yes, you heard me right!) Instead I want you to make permanent healthy changes to your eating habits. Here are some practical examples:

Choose salad over chips or fries
Don't add butter to your food
Eat fresh produce with every meal
Purchase fat free dairy products
Limit desserts to one or two per week
Cut out mindless snacking
Drink water, not soda

I don't expect you to eat a perfect diet every day of the week - that'd be ludicrous. You should, however, make MORE healthy choices every day than unhealthy ones.

What You Do. Exercise is a huge component to a healthy lifestyle, and quite frankly you're not getting enough of it. How often does an entire week go by without you ever lacing up your tennis shoes? Don't disregard the importance and power of a good workout.

Your new healthy lifestyle means exercising on most days of the week. This may seem tough, but I have the perfect solution - my training programs were created for busy people just like you who only have so much time to dedicate to exercise. I understand how hard it is to find the motivation to stay consistent and to push yourself.

Make exercise a no-brainer - contact me to get started on a lifestyle enhancing program today.

Here are simple ways to move more:

Watch less TV
Stretch stiff muscles every day (make sure they are warm though)
Play at the park with the kids
Go for a jog
Do some pushups every morning

While none of the above are meant as substitutes for a solid exercise routine, they are great ways to become more active and to improve your lifestyle.

Your lifestyle is the balance of all the choices that you make regarding your body. Swing the balance in your favor - make a majority of your choices health conscious.

So the next time you're in front of the mirror you won't worry about your weight.

You'll relish it.

Be Fit,

Todd
www.ToddCambio.com
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Grand Opening of the New Fitness Center

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Fri, 01 May 2009 03:56:00 +0000

Swing by between the hours of 2 - 6 PM, Friday, May 1st and say hello.

We will have events scheduled every half hour, so take a tour, jump in on our FREE workouts or sample our healthy teas and shakes.

General schedule is as follows:
2 PM - Killer Core
2:30 - Interval Strength Training class
3 PM - Tours and shake/tea samples
3:30 - Meet our trainers Q & A
4 PM - Fat Burning Boot Camp Class
4:30 - Tours and shake/tea samples
5 PM - Kettle Bell learn-by-doing seminar
5:30 - Tour shake/tea samples
6 PM - Pop the bubbley!!!!!!!!!!!!

Be Fit,

Todd
www.ToddCambio.com
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Event Info...

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 10:41:00 +0000

Hope everyone enjoyed the great weather we had this weekend. I got quite a bit of the spring yard clean up done. I do not want to take up a lot of your time so, here are some important events happening this week that I did not clearify in my last e-Newsletter:

Westerly Boot Camp is Monday 4/27 & Weds 4/29 & Fraiday 5/1 at 9 AM. Meet at "the Bunny"in Wilcox Park. New comers always welcome.
VOTE for Precision Fitness for your favorite "Locally Owned Fitness Center" in West Bay. Go to: https://www.rimonthly.com/Rhode-Island-Monthly/Best-of-Rhode-Island/Best-of-Rhode-Island-Ballot/ and cast your vote. You can also vote for your other RI favorites, like restaurants, coffee houses, etc. MUST VOTE BY 4/30!
Precision Fitness "Open House" for our new facility is Friday May 1st! Details soon to follow. Plan on the hours of 3-6 for FREE boot camp classes, a Kettle Bell seminar, shake & tea samples, and more...that's all for now.

Be Fit,

Todd
www.ToddCambio.com
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

Weight Loss Winner Says Anything Is Possible! - Video Clip

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 22:55:00 +0000

This Weight Loss Challenge Winner shares with us his emotional journey to lose 60 lbs. He is not done on his journey, but as he will explain, if you put your mind to it, anything is possible!

Kim Welch, OwnerShake it up! Nutrition Center, was his coach. If you would like to contact Kim, she can be reached at: 860.367.7877

Proud to be a part of her team,

Todd

www.ToddCambio.com
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

OVER 800 lbs lost in Weight Loss War!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 15:16:00 +0000

The Weight Loss Grand Finally went great!

Highlights:

We gave away $1000 to the Ocean Community YMCA - Reach Out to YouthProgram
$200 was also raised for the imPossible Dream (Charity that works withdisabled kids)
$599 to the 1st place WLC winner
$450 to the 2nd place WLC winner
$250 to the 3rd place WLC winner - won Equalizers too!
OVER 800 lbs were lost in 10 weeks

Pictures and Video soon to follow!

Todd
Precision Fitness

Just One More Week...

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:12:00 +0000

Just one more week until the CT vs. RI Weight Loss War ends. I guess it's true, time flies when you're having fun!

This is a big week for you all. The standings are constantly changing so make sure you are real diligent this week.

8 Quick Tips for this week and weeks to follow:

1) Drink 1/2 your body weight in ounces of water each day (64 oz min)

2) If you are on the Herbalife Plan, try hard to get your 2 meal replacement shakesin a day and strive for your personalized protein # per day

3) Don't starve yourself for results. This will slow down your metabolism and hurtyour results in the end, not to mention you will be deprived of needed energy forthe day.

4) Get plenty of rest

5) Balance out your eating. (Your small dinner plate should be small with lots ofveggies, protein and 1 serving of healthy carbs)

6.) Keep your snacks to 150 calories and pair with protein(ex--veggies and cottagecheese)

7) Write EVERYTHING down if you are slowing down

8) Get in EXERCISE!!!! The WAR may be coming to an end, but the battle of life continues.

Now that you have great information needed for healthy living, continue to apply it to your life and take in the benefits of a better lifestyle for you and your family. And if you haven't been attending the classes and feel like you have fallen off the band wagon, now is the time to jump back on!!!

We all have our challenges and it is importantto adjust to the challenges life brings you and make time for you. A healthier you will take work but only you can make it happen.

Don't forget to mark your calendars for Saturday...April 4th at the Westerly/Pawcatuck YMCA.

This will be your last weigh in and you must be present to win any cash prizes or the computer.

If you are unable to attend, please be sure to let me know and you can send someone in your place to accept some of the smaller raffle prizes for you if you wish (Someone not in the challenge).

Schedule:

8:30-9:00 Final weigh in and registration
9:00 and on - Get some food in the gymnasium, visit the booths set up by local businesses, mingle, enjoy the music by the DJ...
9:30 Presentations and raffles

What a day we have planned for you and your friends!!!!

Everyone who was registered in the Weight Loss War will be given a raffle ticket making them eligible to win some awesome prizes, including a computer worth over $1400, a Nintendo DS, and various gift certificates to local businesses ranging from restaurants to hairdressers.

Anyone who brings a friend will receive a gift and your guests will beeligible for separate raffle prizes as well.

SO BRING PEOPLE TO CELEBRATE WITH US!!!

In addition to great door prizes and raffle give always there will be a few individuals giving their powerful testimonials and the day will be accompanied by a DJ and healthy food. Come and support your fellow challengers! It is going to be such a great time...don't miss it!!!

* you must be present to win the cash prizes and the computer. If you are unable to attend you may send someone in your place for the other raffle prizes! This is our first run at this so the times are approximate and we are guessing that this should be over by 11 ish :)

Have a great and healthy week!

Be Fit,

Todd
Precision Fitness

Weight Loss Challenge - Class 7 Highlights: SUGAR

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:58:00 +0000

This week was all about sugar and the different kinds that are out there.

Basically for weight loss, avoid all those extra carbs and look for protein sources and obtain your sugar sources naturally through fresh fruits and veggies.

Here are some more tips:

- Limit fruit juices, even though they could be all natural, they are very high in calories. Eat the fresh fruit of the juice you want to drink instead.

- Rather than adding syrup to pancakes and waffles, try adding sliced fresh fruit and/or some vanilla low fat yogurt.

- Look to whole grain cereal without added sugars and top with sliced banans, berries or other fruits that you like. This applies to hot cereals like oatmeal too.

- Keep healthy snacks handy like whole fruits/veggies, cut veggies, low fat yogurt, Herbalife protein bars, almonds, etc. so you won’t be tempted to eat sweets.

- Instaed of baked goods for dessert, try frozen bananas. They taste like ice cream when frozen. Add a little chocolate syrup (not hot fudge) and enjoy! Sorbet is a good choice here as well.

- For our kids, really pay attention to what you are feeding them. It is estimated by the Journal of the American Dietetic Association that kids are getting a staggering 29 grams of unrefined sugar per day which is leading to a number of problems and health issues.

Be Fit,

Todd
Precision Fitness

Weight Loss Challenge - Class 6 Highlights: Dining-Out Guide

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 16:58:00 +0000

Dining-out and eating healthy is always a tough thing to do. There are many strategies you can employ to help yourself navigate through a high fat/high carb nite out.

Before you go out, drink a glass of water and/or have an apple. You will not eat as much at the restaurant this way.
For Appetizers, try veggie based soups or steamed seafood.
For Alcohol, light beer and wine are your best choices. Mixed drinks are loaded with calories. For example, an 8 oz. margarita has 400 calories. Alcohol can stimulate your appetite, so limit your consumption.
Choose low fat high metabolic foods (high protein or high fiber) that are baked, steamed, broiled, roasted, grilled, in wine sauce, stir-fried, poached
For Dessert, try to avoid the high calorie ones, if you must, try sharing. Try fresh fruit or sorbet.

So here are some general guidelines:

Request food baked, broiled, grilled, steamed, poached instead of fried.
Try ordering two appetizers, or a soup and salad, instead of an entree.
Split large meals with a companion or order an extra salad or veggie side.
Ask for sauces and gravies on the side
Ask questions as to how your meals are prepared
Ask the chef to prepare your meal in wine rather than butter or oil.
Order double portions of veggies to replace rice or potatoes.

Following these guidelines can help you make changes that will allow you to incorporate new eating habits into your lifestyle. The more consistent you are with your changes, the better your chance at achieving the results you want.

Be Fit,

Todd
Precision Fitness

Weight Loss Challenge - Class 5 Highlights: Exercise

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 23:21:00 +0000

After all the nutrition talk I figured it time to shift gears and talk exercise. There are a lot of missing pieces to the puzzle on exercise. Some think cardio is how to lose weight and not strength training - NOT TRUE. You need both.

Strength training builds muscle and muscle is what burns the most calories. I recommend exercising 30 minutes per day and strength training at least 2 times per week.

If you love cardio, try mixing up your choices of cardio. Variety is not only the spice of life, but the spice of a healthy weight loss program.

If you are in the gym over an hour, then you are doing something wrong and wasting your time. Contact me if you need some help if exercising fast and efficiently.

Homework:

Try something new exercise wise and print Week 7: Dining Out & Fast Food.

Be Fit,

Todd
Precision Fitness