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tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 01:19:00 +0000

Be Fit,

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

March Madness Fat Burning Boot Camp GUARANTEED To Help You Burn Fat and Speed Up Your Metabolism!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:39:00 +0000

If you are serious about your fitness, then you must attend this cutting edge metabolic boosting program led by Strength and Conditioning Specialist Todd M. Cambio.

What’s the secret?

Full body interval strength training! This type of training works all your major muscle groups to build lean muscle while at the same time getting your heart rate up for an intense cardio workout. He will incorporate bands, body weight, medicine balls, free-weights, kettlebells, and more...

WARNING:

• You may drop clothes sizes!
• You may build lean muscle mass.
• Average weight loss is 2 lbs per week.
• You will burn up to 1000 calories* in a 30 minute workout.

Who should sign up: Anyone who is tired of the same old same old workout routine!
When: March 8 – April 2, 2010, Monday – Friday 8:30 am
Where: Precision Fitness, 37 Broad Street, 2nd floor, Pawcatuck, CT
Contact: Todd M. Cambio, CSCS at 401-489-0551

The cost for this incredible program is only $197 for the entire 4 week session.
Space is limited to only 20 people so sign up today!

Just call Todd at 401-489-0551 or visit him on the web at www.GoPrecisionFitness.com

Special Bonus: Be one of the first 5 to enroll and receive a FREE T-shirt, FREE Nutrition Consult and FREE Body Composition Analysis! (a $68 value)

* Tested using a Garmin heart rate monitor

Be Fit,

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

5 Stupid Things Healthy People Constantly Do.

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 23:49:00 +0000

You are not a stupid person. Not by any means.

In fact, it's my guess that you're healthier than most.

You probably exercise regularly. You watch what you eat. You keep up-to-date on the latest health concerns. You don't binge on sugar.

And you never - ever - eat fast food. Well, almost never.

But you do have a few unhealthy skeletons in your closet - ones that you probably aren't even aware of.

The following 5 Stupid Things are frequently committed by health conscious people. Once you break these bad habits, you'll find that achieving your weight loss goals just became a whole lot easier.

1. You're Dehydrated

It has been said that 75 percent of the population is chronically dehydrated. Would you disagree? When was the last time that you actually drank 8 glasses of water in a day?

Dehydration occurs when more fluid leaves your body than is taken in.

Symptoms include: fatigue, irritability, headaches, nausea, rapid heart rate, and, in extreme cases, even death.

Dehydration also slows your metabolism, which hinders weight loss.

You shouldn't wait until the feeling of thirst or dry mouth hits you, at that point damage has already been done.

Instead, constantly rehydrate throughout your day to avoid dehydration.

The best way to do this is to incorporate water into your daily schedule. Have a water bottle at your desk and train yourself to sip on it often, and get into the habit of drinking a full glass of water with each meal and snack.

2. You Eat Out Too Often

Research suggests that most people eat out one out of every 4 meals and snacks. That's an average of once a day.

Restaurant food is designed to do one thing: to taste good.

In order to increase eating pleasure, each item is loaded with fat, salt and sugar. This causes you to eat way more calories than you actually need.

Even when you order ‘healthy' items, you're still taking in more calories and fat grams than you would if you had prepared the item at home.

Imagine the last salad you ordered out. Didn't it come with cream dressing, croutons, cheese sprinkles and a piece of butter laden bread on the side?

The main reason people eat out is for convenience, so with a little organization you'll find that preparing your own meals takes less time than you thought it would. On the weekend sit down and plan out your meals for the week. Then go to the grocery store and stock up on everything you'll need for those meals.

Pack your lunch and snacks each night before bed, then grab it on your way out the door in the morning. When you prepare dinner at home, make enough for at least the next day as well. Your efforts will pay off both in terms of weight loss and in money saved.

3. You're Sleep Deprived

In Gallup Poll surveys, 56% of the adult population reported that drowsiness is a problem in the daytime. That's more than half of us that clearly don't get enough sleep.

Healthy adults require 7-8 hours of sleep each night.

When you fail to meet this need your body goes into sleep debt, which continues to accumulate indefinitely until you catch up.

A lack of sleep negatively affects your immune system, your nervous system, and interferes with healthy hormone release and cellular repairs.

The best way to combat sleep deprivation is to set a scheduled bedtime. Your body will benefit from a consistent sleeping and waking routine, and you're sure to get all the rest you need.

If you have trouble falling asleep once you're in bed, then try these two tips.

First, make sure that you don't drink any caffeinated beverages after lunchtime.

Second, don't eat for three hours before you go to bed. This helps eliminate sleeplessness due to indigestion, and will also turbo-charge your weight loss.

4. You're Stressed Out

I don't have to tell you that we are living in a fast-paced world and that most of us have stress levels that are through the roof. But what you might not realize is that your stress levels are making you fat.

Stress creates an increase in the hormone cortisol, and chronic stress creates a chronic increase in cortisol.

This is a problem because is slows your metabolism, leads to cravings and is linked to greater levels of abdominal fat storage.

The vicious cycle of stress and weight gain goes around and around. Stress causes you to eat emotionally, and your raised cortisol levels cause that food to be stored as fat.

One of the most effective ways to instantly eliminate stress is to sit down and write out a list of all the things that are bothering you. This should include things that you need to get done, issues that weigh on your mind and anything you believe contributes to your stress level.

Once it's all down on paper, organize it like a to-do list and start resolving each item. Doing so will get the stress off of your mind and will put your body into the motion of resolving each issue.

5. You're on Exercise Autopilot

You do the same thing each and every time you exercise. Same machines, same pace, same duration.

While your routine sure feels comfortable, your results have long since halted.

A plateau occurs when your body adapts to your routine and weight loss stops. It is incredibly frustrating, and totally avoidable.

You don't have to increase the amount of time that you spend exercising in order to see quicker, faster results. It's all about challenging your body.

There are two simple ways to instantly increase the effectiveness of your exercise routine.

First, increase your pace.

Secondly, increase your intensity.

Constantly vary your speed and intensity in order to keep your muscles guessing and adapting.

Another way to break through the exercise plateau is to do something totally new. If you regularly use weight machines then start using free weights. If you normally jog on the treadmill then start using the bike.

Are you ready to break the plateau as you take your routine to the next level?

Would you like to know without a shadow of a doubt that you are going to lose weight in the coming months?

It's my goal to see you achieve greatness. I believe that you've got what it takes.

It's so simple. Call or email today to get started on a program, like FAST Workouts FAST Results! that will improve your health and well being, and will get you amazing results.

Be Fit,

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

What I Use Get Stronger and Fitter.

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 21:33:00 +0000

Best overall bodyweight piece of equipment on the market!

Be Fit,

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

MILK Does a Body Good!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:20:00 +0000

Few drinks are as high in health-boosting nutrients as milk.

Milk has:

Muscle building protein

Energy (lactose)

Bone building Calcium

Performance enhancers like Vitamin D, Vitamin B, and Potassium!

Go organic and get anti-inflammatory Omega-3 fatty acids too!

Fat Free is recommended.

Be Fit and drink milk,

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

Last 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Program!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:56:00 +0000

Hey, Todd Cambio here,

My LAST 21 DAY RAPID FAT LOSS PROGRAM before I move to Westerly! It is ONLY available at 9 AM.

So don't drop out of your New Year's Resolution to lose weight, jump start it again!

I’ve been getting a lot of emails asking me whay they are stuck at a certain weight, if I have a fast solution to help with the shrinking the waist, hips and buns area...

(Well, we offered this twice and I ran out of spots, so here goes again!)

… while there is no quick fix (I don’t care what the infomercials claim) I did go to the drawing board and crafted a NEW 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Program that’s right up your alley – if you want fast results.

You probably know that our Fat Burning Boot Camp is pretty much full, but we do have room for another small group so I thought I’d let you know that my NEW 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss program starts Monday, FEBRUARY 1st and the best part is that the 21 day program is discounted to only $97 and INCLUDES a fat loss meal plan program too.

The only catch is that the camp is almost full and we can only take on 8 more participates. So if you’re ready to fit into your skinny jeans again and want to firm and tone your body all while dropping inches and pounds then make sure to register for our 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Boot Camp.

Here’s how to register…

Just call my office at 401-489-0551 and let me know that you want in on the 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Boot Camp and we’ll get you all dialed and ready for Monday or simply click the "Buy Now" button below and your are guaranteed a spot!

The class will take place Monday – Friday, 9 AM at Precision Fitness in Warwick.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Todd M. Cambio, CSCS

401-489-0551

21 Day Rapid fat Loss Program!

Be Fit,

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

P.S. Like I said we only have room for 8 more participants for the 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss program and since this email is going out to 1004 local residents I’m sure it will fill out quickly

Be Fit,

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

Your Fast-Track to a Flat Tummy & Tight Abs

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:27:00 +0000

The New Year is still young, and if you've decided to make this your year for losing the weight and tightening your abs, you're in luck.

Getting a flat midsection really boils down to two things: 1) Getting rid of the fatty layer that is covering your abdominal muscles; and 2) Tightening and toning your abdominal muscles.

The following 7 Tight Abs Tips are your Fast-Track ticket to getting a flat, attractive midsection this year.

Tight Abs Tip #1: Perform challenging strength training abdominal exercises at least three times each week. Your abs are like any other muscle in your body—they need to be consistently challenged in order to become stronger and tighter.

Tight Abs Tip #2: Stop eating junk. Processed foods, refined sugar and high fructose corn syrup do NOT belong in your diet if, especially if you want tight abs. Cutting these items from your diet will allow your body to maintain stable blood sugar levels, alleviating your body's need to store excess sugar away in fat cells.

The fat stores created by excess sugar intake most often accumulate around your wait, covering up your abdominal muscles. Cut these items from your diet and replace them with real whole foods such as lean meats, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and fruits.

Tight Abs Tip #3: Stop doing long and slow cardio workouts. Instead, use HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) for your cardio workouts. HIIT training uses intense bursts of cardio peppered throughout your workout. This is a sure-fire way to rev up your metabolism and to get your fat stores to shrink.

Tight Abs Tip #4: Use resistance with your abdominal exercises. Crunches are great, but your body quickly becomes accustomed to the motion, rendering it less effective. Hold a medicine ball or dumbbell at your chest as you perform your crunches—this will force your abs to work harder, and will achieve better results.

Tight Abs Tip #5: Don't be fooled. The market is flooded with 'lose weight' products and products that claim to flatten your stomach. Never waste your time or money on:

1. So-called packaged health food that comes with weight loss claims. If it's processed in a package with a bunch of chemical additives then it will not help you achieve flat abs.

2. Abdominal exercise gimmicks as sold on late night infomercials – all you really need is your own body weight, an exercise ball and dumbbells or a medicine ball.

3. So-called weight loss supplements. The magic pill for flat abs doesn't exist, so you'd be wasting your health and money on a bogus product.

Tight Abs Tip #6: Target your lower abs. It's easy to neglect the lower abs, but they are an important part of the equation. Incorporate the Bench V-Up into your exercise routine:

Starting Position: Sit on the edge of an exercise bench; lean back to a 45 degree angle. Extend your legs out until they are level with the floor.

Movement: Exhale and bring your knees and upper body close together, while contracting your abdominals. Inhale as you slowly release your legs, returning them to the starting position.

Tight Abs Tips #7: Challenge your core often. Don't limit your abdominal exercise to the gym, incorporate core strengthening during daily life and throughout each workout. A strong core is the foundation for flat, tight abs.

There you have it! Seven tips that, when diligently applied, will help you shed the fat and tighten your abs.

But, keep in mind that your results will be seriously hindered if you do the same exercise routine over and over. Your abs need a progressive challenge in order to transform. This means new exercises, different resistance and increased challenge.

Call or email today to get started on a program that will challenge you, motivate you and transform your body. ONLINE PROGRAMS are available! 401-489-0551

Availability is limited -- act now and achieve a slimmer you once and for all this year.

BONUS Ab Exercise - Srinters.

How: Lay flat, arms by your side. (pictured above) Thrust your right leg up to your chest as you raise your torso off the ground to about 45 degrees and left arm mimics a running motion. Lay flat and repeat with other leg and arm. Try 20 reps x 3 sets!

Be Fit,

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

Precision Fitness Hoodies Are Here to Warm You Up This Winter!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 15:49:00 +0000

Precision Fitness Hoodies are great for these cold winter months!

We have Large & XL. They are only $20!

We also have:

Precision Fitness T-Shirts - 50/50 cotton/poly blend - $8

Dri-Fit workout T's - $20

Champion ladies Duo Dry Stretch front zip track jacket - $20 (ONE left - Lg)

Front zip two toned sweat shirt - $20 (ONE left - Lg)

Get your gear before its gone!

Be Fit,

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

Spice Up Your Life!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 03:09:00 +0000

Research has shown that eating spicy food can increase your metabolism up to 50% for up to 3 hours!

The hotter the better! Red chilies, habaneros, jalapenos, serranos, cayenne pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, hot sauces, etc.

Just tried the "Pasta from Hell" and feel like I sped up my metabolism until 2010! Included the ghost pepper, scotch bonnets and habaneros.

I am signing the waiver to eat the "Pasta from Hell."

Be Fit,

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

27 Fitness & Fat Loss Tips!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 02:06:00 +0000

It's the New Year and you have a clean slate.

I don't know if you are one to make New Year's Resolutions or not, but either way you're probably thinking about how you can become fitter, healthier and happier than you are right now.

These 27 Fitness and Fat Loss Tips will get you on the right track for this New Year:

Visualize the accomplishment of your goals each and every day. Experience the taste of success and feel that sweet satisfaction.
Push the intensity of your workouts. Don't kill time, burn calories by maintaining a challenging intensity.
Use smaller plates at home. This effortlessly reduces calorie intake and promotes weight loss.
Build accountability into your workouts so that you resist the temptation to take days off.
The best way to ensure accountability is to work with a personal trainer either one-on-one or in a group training setting.
Believe in yourself. Know with conviction that you CAN accomplish your goals.
Drink water throughout your day. Do this by carrying a water bottle and opting for water rather than calorie-filled beverages. This simple action is extremely beneficial.
Maintain your metabolism by eating a healthy snack or meal every three hours. This food should be unprocessed, low in fat and high in fiber.
Don't be afraid to ask for help.
Incorporate High Intensity Interval Training into your cardio workouts by performing bursts of high intensity rather than exercising at a single steady pace.
It's not about will-power, it's about want-power. You have to want it.
Do not eat processed foods. These items are high in calories and contain a plethora of chemicals that are harmful to your health.
Stop talking about losing weight. Start doing it.
Fat contains over twice the caloric density of carbohydrates and protein, so limit the amount that you consume. Fill your diet with lean protein and carbohydrates from plants and whole grains.
Be wary of products that are labeled as ‘health food'. Always read the nutrition labels.
Find a workout partner who is in better shape than you, or better yet work with a personal trainer to guarantee dramatic results.
Make a habit out of reading nutrition labels. Avoid items that are high in fat and carbohydrates.
Destroy negative self talk.
Avoid the trap of high-calorie beverages after your workouts.
Be consistent with your workouts. Exercise intensely three to four times each week.
Expect more of yourself.
High fructose corn syrup should not be in your diet. It is high in calories and will quickly derail your weight loss efforts.
Challenge your body with each workout. Use different weights, do different exercises and break through plateaus.
Eat lots of whole plant foods. Vegetables, fruits and whole grains are filled with fiber and antioxidants, vital for your good health.
Do your cardiovascular exercise after weight training to ensure more fat burn. Your stored sugars will be depleted during the weight training then your body will rely on fat stores to get you through the cardio workout.
Set specific, measurable goals.
Start each day with a healthy breakfast. This important meal should be a balance of carbohydrates, protein and fat to get your metabolism going strong.

You deserve better...go get it.

After writing these tips, I realized how powerful and inspiring they are. Print this list and place it somewhere that you'll see often – this will keep you motivated and pumped up to accomplish your goals.

If your New Year's Resolution has to do with losing weight and getting into great shape (and whose isn't?) then guarantee your success by working with a fitness expert who can guide you to success.

Be Fit,

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

P90X Exercise Program is an Accident Waiting to Happen!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 12:12:00 +0000

P90X is the "most extreme home fitness training system ever" is true! It is so extreme you will probably get injured in 90 days before you get ripped.

The workouts are great for someone who is already in great shape and has tons of time to get "ripped", but what about the rest of us normal people who can barely squeak in the recommended 30 minutes per day of exercise?

What can we do? Buy the P90X and try it for a few weeks until we are so sore we can't move? Just because you are watching it on a video doesn't mean your form is correct. You could actually be setting yourself up for a future injury. The progressions from easy to difficult exercises are way to fast, again leading to a higher risk of injury.

Then you realize it takes up way more time than we have to give. So, what do we do?

We put it on the shelf and claim we will get to it once we get our self in shape to actually do P90X. Another classic case of a "fitness dust collector" item.

I am not saying the workouts are bad, they are actually quite well thought out. The problem is that they are thought out for the fitness fanatic who wants 6 pack abs. Not for the 30 year old mother of two who wants to get her pre-kids figure back and have more energy. Its not for the 40 year old father who realizes he is 30 pounds overweight with high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

These people, and many of us, just want to get healthy. We want to be able to play pick up basketball again without feeling like your lungs are made of iron. We want to be able to run a 5K without having to walk every 2 feet. How about just making it up a flight of stairs without feeling like you are going to collapse?

These are all very real scenarios I hear people talk about on a daily basis. P90X also doesn't give you a plan for a healthy lifestyle change. It is just a short term facade. All it does is set you up to buy their back end products (like the pull up bar and supplements for their nutrition plan) or the next Info product.

The bottom line is that P90X is an exercise program that was made to make money not instil you with a long term healthy lifestyle change. Invest in yourself and not some fad workout program.

Come in to Precision Fitness and learn how to do fast workouts for fast results in a safe educational format.
Be Fit,

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

5 Common Fitness Mistakes!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 16:24:00 +0000

Take a walk through any gym, and you'll notice many mistakes. Mistakes that waste time. Mistakes that put people in danger. And mistakes that are just plain stupid. Maybe you even make a few of these mistakes yourself.

By avoiding these common blunders, you'll put yourself on the fast track to results. Check out the following 5 fitness mistakes and the solutions you need to avoid danger and to get fit fast.

Mistake 1: You use the wrong weight

The goal is to challenge your muscles, not to simply go through the motions. If you are able to complete 15 repetitions easily, then the weight is too light. On the flip side, if you aren't able to perform an exercise through its full range of motion, and find yourself cheating on form, then the weight is too heavy.

The correct weights will feel challenging by your last few repetitions, but won't force you to sacrifice form.

Mistake 2: You do the same routine

You may have noticed that most people do the same exercises each time they visit the gym. Maybe you've been doing the same exercise routine as long as you can remember - if it isn't broken then don't fix it, right?

The truth is that exercise routines have expiration dates, and that is the date that they begin to lose their effectiveness. As a rule of thumb never use the same routine for more than 4 weeks.

Mistake 3: You don't warm up

Most people consider warm up time to be wasted time - they'd rather jump right into the heart of the routine. What they don't realize is that a good warm up will allow you to perform at a higher intensity, which means greater results.

The point of a warm up is to increase your muscle temperature. This increases blood flow, muscle contraction and reduces muscle resistance. Your warm up should last 5-10 minutes.

Mistake 4: You use bad form

Gyms are filled with people performing exercises with bad form. The two biggest reasons are that you aren't concentrating on the exercise, or you're trying to lift weight that is too heavy. Lifting with improper form almost always results in injury.

Take the time to achieve proper form, by doing so you'll avoid injury and will reap the full benefit from each exercise.

Mistake 5: You workout alone

People who exercise alone are less challenged, less accountable and typically see fewer results. It makes sense, doesn't it? Why rush to the gym if no one is there waiting for you? Why push yourself if no one is watching? Exercising alone is a recipe for disaster.

The best way to avoid injury and to see results is to work with me, your trusted source on fitness. I am passionate about seeing my clients achieve results - without wasting time, energy and effort on mistakes.

Call or email today to schedule your first workout.

Be Fit,

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

Your Holiday Party Cheat-Sheet

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 11:54:00 +0000

Short Cut #1: Eat a sensible meal before the party.
You should always arrive at parties with a full stomach. I realize that this goes against the popular trend of starving yourself before a party, and that's exactly why most people gain weight. Since your stomach will be full, you'll have the clarity to pick and choose the treats that you really want, rather than stuffing yourself with everything in sight.

Short Cut #2: Bring a healthy dish to share.
Don't worry if the party that you're going to isn't a potluck - the hostess will love you for being so thoughtful, and you'll have a healthy option to enjoy.

The Festive Hummus recipe on our eNewsletter is perfect to bring to parties. Sign up for it now!

Short Cut #3: Never drink calories.
Do you realize how quickly calories add up when you're slurping them out of a cup? Alcoholic beverages and sweet holiday drinks are simply packed with calories. These calories don't take up much room in your stomach so you're left wide open for even more calories.

Your best strategy is to avoid these beverages altogether, and stick with water. Aim to drink 2-3 glasses of water at the party.

Short Cut #4: Fill your plate, but only once.
I'm certainly not going to tell you that you shouldn't eat anything at the party. By all means, go and fill up your plate. But only once.

That's right, you heard me. No going back for seconds. Since you've already eaten a sensible meal before arriving, this rule is going to be easier to keep than you think.

Short Cut #5: Taste dessert, just a taste.
The holidays are all about sweet treats, so go ahead and partake. But just a taste. Look at desserts as something to savor, not something to fill up on.

And since you ate a sensible meal before you came, then you filled up your dinner plate once you're probably going to be pretty full at this point anyway.

That's it - all you need to know to not gain a single pound at holiday parties.

But what about the rest of the year?

Wouldn't you love to make 2010 the year that you transform your body?

Wouldn't it feel great to throw out all of your fat clothes? To look forward to bathing suit season? To be given a clean bill of health from your doctor? And to be showered with compliments by family, friends and that special someone?

It's all more possible than you think.

But you'll need to take massive action.

My programs are designed to quickly and efficiently get you into the best shape of your life.

Call or email now to schedule your first body transforming workout.

Be Fit,

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

Holiday Open House and our 1 Year 3 Month Anniversary!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 03:53:00 +0000

Also…

***Bring a non perishable Food item for the RI Food Bank***

Complimentary Fitness Classes (RSVP on which class you want please)

9 am - Fat Burning Boot Camp with Todd

10 am - Nutrition Workshop

2 pm - Interval Training (like an Athlete) with Todd

6:30 - Intro to Kettlebells with Mark

7:15 - Boot Camp with Mark

Festive snacks

Free Chair Massages 3-7 pm

“Shaketinis”

Prizes raffled every 30 minutes

Bring your holiday cheer and we hope to see you there!

Be Fit,

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

Check This Out (Gift Inside)

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sun, 06 Dec 2009 13:24:00 +0000

Are you tired of making that New Year's Resolution to lose weight only to have to make the same one again year after year!

You bought this exercise machine and that DVD only for them to collect dust!

You currently pay the "Gym Tax" (You pay for a gym membership that you never use).

You constantly yo yo through diets and exercise programs.

You go to the gym and spend hours of time on that treadmill or elliptical and never lose weight!

Well, do one thing right and click the link below and find out how I will change all that.

I am NOT a gym. I do not use machines or cardio equipment.

I am a private by appointment only fitness facility that will change the way you think about your health & fitness.

Claim Your COMMPLIMENTARY Training Session at: http://fitpronewsletter.fitproconnect.com/Consultation.aspx?CID=370

Be Fit,

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

BAD News...

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:04:00 +0000

Hi, Todd here again,

Three days ago I told you about my new 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Program that starts Monday the 30th.

Well, the response to my 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Boot Camp has been huge.

I have more information for those of you who want to start this fun 21 day life changing program.

Here’s the deal. We only had room for 10 new participant (as this camp will run concurrent within our existing boot camp)…now there’s only 3 spots remaining.

The 21 day rapid fat loss boot camp is an indoor fitness boot camp that will last (three weeks) and starts Monday November 30th. The best results will come if you attend 3-5 days per week.

Call in sick to work for those three weeks if you have to (just kidding)

Since it’s a group class everyone will participate at their own level so it doesn’t matter what shape you’re in… you’re going to get amazing results during these 21 days.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Boot camp times will be 9:15 AM Monday through Friday or 7:15 pm Monday – Thursday sat Precision Fitness in Warwick. (We ask that you commit to at least three days a week for best results)

• We’re cutting the cost from our regular class price of $197 down to only $97 for this special 21 day boot camp.

• We’re also including a free 21 day personalized, calorie and life style specific meal plan to help you get even faster results.

Since the response to this was bigger than I anticipated and since we only have room for 3 more participants we are doing the registration on a first “call” first serve basis.

We want to get everyone registered for this 21 day fun fest as soon as possible. So here is what you need to do to get in on the action.

Pick up the phone and call 401-732-6400 and Laura or myself will get you registered and squared away.

Or go to this special webpage: http://www.toddcambio.com/2009/11/21-day-rapid-fat-loss-program-is-back.html

I have set up and register there.

Remember, there are only 3 spots available so it’s all about first come first serve.

Committed to your success,

Todd Cambio, CSCS
401-732-6400

www.ToddCambio.com
Precision Fitness and Nutrition Center

The number one reason why people don't exercise is...

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:52:00 +0000

...that they don't have time!

At least that's what they tell themselves .

I know we are all busy. Between getting to and from work, balancing responsibilities and having time for yourself, there's little left over for workouts.

With the holiday season fast approaching your busy schedule is sure to get even busier. There will be parties, shopping, decorating, cooking and family gatherings. It's no wonder that exercise quickly takes a backseat to holiday activities.

You don't have to succumb to weight gain this holiday season. Escape the time crunch excuse in three easy steps:

Step One: Schedule Your Workouts: You've heard this before, and it makes so much sense. If you treat your exercise time with the importance of a work meeting then you'd never skip a workout and you'd be in amazing shape.

While the scheduling concept is brilliant in its simplicity, you have to put it into practice to reap the benefits. Pull out your calendar and a pen. Don't laugh, I'm serious! Just do it. If you want to get into shape it starts with committing to a revised
schedule with a set exercise time.

Identify three 40-minute time slots and mark them on your calendar. That is when you'll exercise.

Remember this: if the thought that you should exercise this week is floating around in your head, but you haven't anchored it down to a specific time and date, then it will quickly disappear.

Step Two: Get the Most from Each Minute: The days of endless, mind numbing cardio are over. A great workout can take place in under an hour, when done correctly. The idea is to burn more calories each minute. This is done through short, intense bursts of exercise.

Use the following three tips to bring your routine up to the next level:

Be Unstable: Use your entire body, and target your core, by performing exercises that engage stabilizing muscles. To do this use an exercise ball, a balance board, a balance disk, or you could simply stand on one leg.
Add Resistance: The more resistance that you incorporate with your routine translates into higher intensity and more calories burned. Some ideas for adding resistance include: carrying dumbbells while doing lunges, wearing a weighted vest while walking or jogging, or putting a weight between your feet while doing leg raises.
Use Intervals: Interval training is an amazing tool for creating short yet effective workouts. Don't worry, it's not complicated. Interval training is simply alternating between different short bursts of activity.

Here's an example: Let's say you want to focus on your legs and abs and to also get an effective cardiovascular workout. This would be a great interval routine for your goals:

Lunge while curling dumbbells, 15-20 repetitions
30 seconds of intense cardio: sprint, jump rope, or jumping jacks
Squat while pressing dumbbells overhead, 15-20 repetitions
30 seconds of intense cardio: sprint, jump rope, or jumping jacks
Crunches on an exercise ball, 15-20 repetitions
30 seconds of intense cardio: sprint, jump rope, or jumping jacks
Leg raises off the end of an exercise bench, 15-20 repetitions

Step Three: Twice the Results in Half the Time: What if I told you that I have a proven way to deliver twice the fitness results in half the time? It's simple really...

When you attempt to lose weight or meet a fitness goal on your own, the odds are stacked against you. Sure, you could do it over time – but it's a long and lonely road. A road lined with detours that threaten to undermine your progress.

When you start a program with me, you suddenly have the upper hand on weight loss. You have me in your corner, coaching you each step of the way, keeping you accountable to workouts and giving you that dose of encouragement went the going gets tough.

And I'll be the one congratulating you when your goal is met.

Call or email today to get started on a fitness program that will put exercise firmly on your calendar, and results squarely in your future.

Be Fit,

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

21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Program is Back!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:16:00 +0000

Hey, Todd Cambio here,

I’ve been getting a lot of emails asking if we have fast solution to help with the shrinking the waist, hips and buns area…

Well, we offered this once and I ran out of spots, so here goes again!

You probably know that our Fat Burning Boot Camp is pretty much full, but we do have room for another small group so I thought I’d let you know that my NEW 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss program starts Monday, November 30th and the best part is that the 21 day program is discounted to only $97 and INCLUDES a fat loss meal plan program too.

The only catch is that the camp is almost full and we can only take on 12 more participates. So if you’re ready to fit into your skinny jeans again and want to firm and tone your body all while dropping inches and pounds then make sure to register for our 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Boot Camp.

Here’s how to register…

Just call my office at 401-732-6400 and let Myself, Laura or Callie know that you want in on the 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss Boot Camp and we’ll get you all dialed and ready for Monday or simply click the "Buy Now" button below and your are guaranteed a spot!

The class will take place Monday – Friday, 9:15 AM or 7:15 PM at Precision Fitness in Warwick.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Todd M. Cambio, CSCS

401-732-6400

21 Day Rapid fat Loss Program!

Be Fit,

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

P.S. Like I said we only have room for 12 more participants for the 21 Day Rapid Fat Loss program and since this email is going out to 642 local residents I’m sure it will fill out quickly

OverEating Survival Guide

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:43:00 +0000

Certain foods are powerful.

They cast a spell over the most well-meaning dieter, and cause logical people to overeat until their sides hurt.

They occupy your thoughts to the point of obsession as you try to ignore a plate of cookies. And when it's all said and done, they accumulate on your body in the most obtrusive way as a result of dozens of unused calories.

Why does food hold such power? And, most importantly, how can you control your eating?

The End of Overeating

David A. Kessler, MD set out to answer these pressing questions in his instant bestseller, The End of Overeating. Despite being a pediatrician, a former FDA commissioner, and former dean of the medical schools at Yale and the University of California, San Francisco, Dr. Kessler struggles with his weight.

Observing the current obesity epidemic, he knew that he wasn't alone. Dr. Kessler, with the insight of some of the brightest minds in medicine and science, discovered the following three reasons that most of us are compelled to overeat.

1. An Irresistible Combination Rewires Your Brain:

Think of your favorite treat - most likely it can be broken down into the basic building blocks of sugar, fat and salt. This combination is known of as the ‘three points of the compass', a combination that has been shown to literally alter the biological circuitry of your brain. Sugar, fat and salt give food a high hedonic value which gives you pleasure. This pleasure reinforces you to return to your favorite foods time and time again.

2. The Food Industry Targets You:

Everywhere you go you'll see the clever work of the food industry, tempting you with highly palatable creations. Food has become a science, and your taste preferences the guiding light. The food industry has one goal - to get you hooked. By constructing food items that are high in sugar, fat and salt they know that you will come back time and time again.

3. Conditioned Hyper-eating Becomes a Way of Life:

Humans are conditioned to seek more reward. When readily available, hyper palatable food become our reward a pattern of hyper-eating quickly emerges. Dr. Kessler describes the cycle:

"Foods high in sugar, fat, and salt, and the cues that signal them, promote more of everything: more arousal...more thoughts of food...more urge to pursue food...more dopamine-stimulated approach behavior...more consumption...more opioid-driven reward...more overeating to feel better...more delay in feeling full...more loss of control...more preoccupation with food...more habit-driven behavior...and ultimately, more and more weight gain."

Breaking the Cycle

The good news is that you don't have to remain trapped in a cycle of overeating. The following three tips will put you back in control.

1. Set Your Rules:

In order to resist overeating in today's tempting food environment, you must eat by a set of self-imposed rules. Predetermined rules take away the need to make food decisions in vulnerable moments.

Dr. Kessler thinks these rules should be, "simple enough to fit with your busy life, but specific enough to remove uncertainty from the food equation." For suggestions as to what rules you should adopt, let's turn to another authority on eating, bestselling author of ‘In Defense of Food', Michael Pollan:

Don't eat anything your great grandmother wouldn't recognize as food.

Pay more, eat less. Look for quality of food over quantity.

Eat meals. Cut out constant snacking, stick with a structured meal plan.

Don't get your fuel from the same place your car does. Gas stations are great for fueling your car, but the food they sell are not suited to fuel you.

Try not to eat alone. Eating can become mindless when alone, leading to overeating.

Eat slowly. Eat foods that have been prepared slowly – that means no fast food.

2. Make Negative Associations:

When was the last time you peeled a lemon and ate it whole? Probably never. That's because your taste buds have a negative association with the sour taste.

Our taste buds have traditionally been our guide when it comes to food selection, but this must change for you to successfully avoid overeating. Since the food industry purposely crafts food items to please your taste buds (not waistline) what tastes good can no longer dictate what you eat. It's up to you to create negative associations with unhealthy food - despite their pleasing taste.

Here are some negatives to focus on:

Those extra calories will accumulate around your waist.

Your health will suffer.

You will become more disappointed with your appearance.

You'll feel sluggish.

3. Give Yourself a Real Reward:

The bottom line is that we eat unhealthy food as a reward, even though it causes more harm that good. It's time to give yourself a truly beneficial reward – exercise.

Exercise is a healthy reward that will not only release endorphins into your system, but will also give you the benefit of weight loss and improved health.

I truly believe that you can overcome your pattern of overeating with healthy eating and regular exercise. Call 401.732.6400 or email me today to get started on a program that will truly change your life.

Be Fit,

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

Health Tip: Grill Your Veggies!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 20:09:00 +0000

Looking for something delicous to grill that won't derail your weight loss goals?

Look no further than the produce section.

Onions, bell peppers, eggplant, carrots, asparagas and zuccini are all great options to throw on the grill – and they can all be eaten guilt free.

Rub a little olive oil on them, season with salt & pepper and they are good to go!

Be Fit,

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

Health Tip: Use a Small Plate Instead of a Full Size One.

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:47:00 +0000

Here's a quick and easy Health Tip to lose weight:

For dinner tonight use a small plate instead of a full sized dinner plate.

It sounds simple, but you will actually eat less off a small plate than you would a full sized plate.

This is a great way to encourage smaller portion sizes without feeling like you are being deprived.

Be Fit,

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

Blueberries Are a "Super Food"

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:23:00 +0000

Blueberries are being called a "super food" by many nutritionists.

Recent research has shown that blueberries are the fruit with the highest antioxidant activity. They are high in fiber and reduce inflammation in the body.

Blueberries have even been shown to improve memory and coordination and to slow the development of degenerative diseases.

Snack on fresh or dried blueberries instead of processed sweets – not only are they healthier, you'll also lose weight.

Be Fit,

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

Want to Burn Fat Fast, Build Strength and Have Fun?

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 17:13:00 +0000

If so, visit our exclusive by appointment only private membership facility for a FREE trial class:

9 am Fat Burning Boot Camp M, W, TH
9 am Cardio & Core Tu & Th
2 pm Fat Burning Boot Camp M, W, F
2 pm Kettlebell class Tu & Th
6:30 PM Kettlebell class M - Th
7:15 PM Fat Burning Boot Camp M - Th

We are Rhode Island's Fat Burning Specialists because we build your lean muscle mass and speed up your metabolism through cutting edge interval strength training.

If you are serious about getting in shape and want to have fun, then this program is for you!

FIRST 10 PEOPLE TO SIGN UP FOR CLASSES GET A FREE T-SHIRT and NUTRITION CONSULT ($59 VALUE)!

Be Fit,

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

Check Out the Hottest Toys to Train with!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 00:52:00 +0000

Alternative Methods Training Symposium at the NSCA World Headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO opens eyes!

I attended this conference to learn some new twists on training with odd implements. Boy did this open my eyes to what you can use to train with:

Flipped 200 lb tractor tires for strength

Swung sledge hammers at them for core work

Used 4" thick x 30' long ropes as giant wax on/wax off cardio/core tools

Threw 50 lb sand bags around like frisbees

Lifted kegs and water logs

Hung on for full body TRX suspension training (pictured)

Check out some of my pictures. Sorry though - I dropped my carmera and only got a few action shots. http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/album.php?aid=144988&id=697208782

Be Fit,

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

FREE Fat Burning Fitness Classes Thursday!

tcambio@goprecisionfitness.com (Todd Cambio, CSCS) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 01:39:00 +0000

Limited spaces left!

ONLY 5 more people that's it!

Come try our:

9 am - Cardio & Core

6:30 PM - Kettlebell class

7:15 PM - Boot Camp

email us back or call 732-6400 to secure your spot now! Thursday Sept. 17th.

Be Fit,

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