I’m sure a lot of you have worked hard to get into shape for the summer months a.k.a. swimsuit season. But now that summer’s over, you’re thinking you can stop working out right? WRONG! Being in shape and feeling healthy is very rewarding, so it is important to stick with your fitness routine and continue looking great! But even more importantly than looking great, think about your body’s performance…. be it on the golf course, the dance floor, on your bike, on the slopes, or lifting your 3-year old over your shoulders, you can’t afford to slouch off now.

Muscle doesn’t just keep on growing while you play – there is something called “atrophy”, where if you don’t work to build muscle, you lose it. Even just three weeks without working out, we lower the weights for our clients – and after the age of 30, it’s even more important to keep up with your strength training. That’s because for every decade after 30, studies show you lose some 4-8% of your muscle mass if you don’t actively work to keep it….do your math for your age, and KNOW you will have ongoing work to do!

For those, who still have yet to take the plunge, consider this…In an article on About.com, “Fitness Trends for 2010″, one of the top 10 trends is Time Efficient Workouts – and that’s just what we offer here at SuperSlow Zone®.

People tend to use the excuse “I don’t have time to workout”. Well that doesn’t work here! We understand that starting a new fitness regime can be stressful; finding the time, getting the energy just to schedule it all in can feel like a workout in itself. But at SuperSlow®, we adjust to your schedule and design a program that works for you and it will only take you 20 minutes, 2 days a week! Believe it or not, our special system takes the power of a major workout and condenses it into 2 quick, easy, and fun (OK, not “fun” per se – they’re really hard work!!!) sessions!

Many people spend more time worrying about fitting exercise into their busy schedules than the actual time it takes to work out with SuperSlow®. Think of it as the fitness you need, in the time YOU have. At SuperSlow®, our system uses the basic muscle-building routines and condenses them into quick and efficient moves. It’s the biggest bang for your exercise time, with proven results.

There’s no better time than now to get in the shape you want (and deserve!). Even though summer is almost over, starting this routine will prepare you for the upcoming holidays – whether it includes drinking beer during football games, wearing a sexy Halloween costume (or dressing like a green M&M – your choice, of course), eating tons of delicious food at Thanksgiving (low-fat, I’m sure….!), and all those tempting Christmas cookies. Yeah, I said it – those holidays are coming! With SuperSlow®, your body will be ready to take on these challenges! And, if you’d like to combine it with a truly wonderful healthy diet program, ask us about Transitions Lifestyle. Put the two together and watch the pounds and inches go where you only hoped they could before.

So what are you waiting for? There’s no time like now to start creating the body of your dreams. And to make it easy, through the month of September, we’re offering new clients a special “Fall Into Fitness” incentive – buy one month, get your second one FREE! So if you’ve been putting it off, schedule an appointment today for your free consultation and demo workout. And if you ARE a SuperSlow client with us, spread the word, and the love, and get those friends of yours fit by your side…

The truth is, summer can be kind of a bummer when you’re not in great shape. When everyone else is having fun and enjoying the hot weather, you might feel embarrassed or uncomfortable because of your body. Or, you may not be in shape to really enjoy all the wonderful activities that our lovely San Jose weather provides for – let alone the California beaches, mountains, deserts…well, you get it. But you don’t have to for much longer – because you’ve found the SuperSlow Zone®. Thanks to the amazing technology behind the SuperSlow® workout, even if you’re not in great shape now, you might just get the body you’ll be comfortable showing off before the weather cools down.

We know, this might sound crazy. Maybe you’re one of those people who put in hours at the gym and never saw the results you wanted. Maybe you gave up on fitness altogether, deciding it just wouldn’t work for you. We want to reassure you that SuperSlow® really is different. We like to say that SuperSlow® works super fast. Our workout is specifically designed to get the most out of every muscle in just 20 quick minutes, one or two times a week. The technology is so amazing, it’s actually patented. And even more importantly, it WORKS. You’ll find you get the results you’re looking for much faster, without spending half your life working out. And if you’re already in great shape, the SuperSlow® workout will keep you at your peak while giving you time to actually enjoy your body and your life!

So let’s get going! After all, there’s a whole lot of summer still left on the calendar…

But since you’ve come to the SuperSlow Zone®, that is all about to change. Yes, summer is already here, so when it comes to getting in shape for your summer wardrobe, that boat has pretty much sailed. But if you follow the SuperSlow® program (don’t worry, it’s really easy), you’ll be getting in better and better shape throughout the summer – and it WILL have a very quick impact enabling you on those activities you want to partake in. And you’ll likely be sporting a rocking body before the weather cools down. Couple it with the Transitions Lifestyle program we offer, and, man-oh-man, the wondrous impact on your inches and body fat we can show you!!!

And if you’re a fitness fanatic who’s already in super summer shape? SuperSlow® is going to change your life too. Because instead of spending hours in the gym to stay in peak physical form, you’ll be keeping your body in top condition in less than an hour a week. Which means less time working out and more time enjoying the rewards – at the beach, at the pool, and most importantly, in the sun! (With your sunscreen on, of course!!!)

How can SuperSlow® promise a better body in just a few months – or continued fitness without hours of gym time? It’s simple. SuperSlow® works super fast – thanks to a revolutionary scientific design that gets the most out of every muscle in the least amount of time possible. It’s probably the most time-efficient way to maximize your workout. Workouts last only 20 minutes, and you only need to work out once or twice a week to achieve the results you want. Which means you can spend less time working on your body and more time showing off. Or out there playing…. And, Transitions Lifestyle? If you haven’t seen the results we’ve been bragging about, ask me! In only 12 weeks, weight losses just from OUR clients have ranged from 5-18 pounds, with body fat ratio changes of over 5% pretty much the norm when coupled with workouts.

So let’s get started! It’s going to be a summer to remember.

May also means, if you’re like a lot of people, it’s time to start paying some extra attention to your body. Before long, it will be Memorial Day, otherwise known as time to break out the shorts, the tank tops, even the teeny bikini. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a smokin’ hot bod to show off in the smokin’ hot weather?

If your bod is smokin’ already – if you resisted the urge to drown your winter woes in bags of chips and action movie marathons on TV – we want to give you a special shout out. Finding the initiative to get to a gym or do some other kind of working out when it’s raining or snowing outside (and you’re hiding your body under a good 15 layers of clothing to keep from freezing) shows real dedication. Of course, now that you’ve found the SuperSlow Zone®, you can spend less time working on your body and more time enjoying it.

As we like to say, the SuperSlow® workout works super fast. It’s scientifically designed to get the absolute most out of each and every muscle in the absolute least amount of time. So a full workout – packing the same wallop as one of those hours-in-the-gym marathons – takes only 20 minutes. And instead of coming in every day, you can work out just two times a week and achieve maximum results. And if you REALLY want to get serious, combine it with our lifestyle-changing Transitions program and watch the fat roll off while your muscles grow.

But what if you’re not in teeny bikini shape? What if you spent the months from October through April chowing down on salty snacks and watching movie marathons? The great thing about SuperSlow® is, it will work for you too. The same 20-minute workout, the same 2-day a week schedule, will give you the maximum power you can possibly get to achieve the body of your dreams. Without the punishing schedule that most likely scared you away from working out in the first place.

Still not sure? Come by to see us – we have a wonderful celebration in the form of an Open House *and* “Block Party” event planned for Thursday, May 27th, from 6-8 p.m. Come by to get a tour of our studio, meet some of our business partners, put your name into a drawing for some really cool prizes, and enjoy live music and BBQ in the mall while also visiting the other businesses here. And it’s all free (an even bigger woo-hoo!)…! We’ll be glad to sign you up for a free consultation and demo workout so you can see just how wonderful this program is.

Bottom line? Whatever shape you’re in right now, by entering the SuperSlow Zone®, you’re about to make it better. So whip out that sexy swimsuit (be it one piece or teeny bikini) – or swim trunks for you guys out there. This summer, you just might be the hottest thing in town!

An explanation is obviously in order here…so here goes. The “April Showers” phrase implies that while there may be some rough times in April, spent enduring something you might not like, by May, you’ll start to see rewards. Which is exactly how the SuperSlow® system works, especially if you’re starting it right now, in April!

Now, contrast this with most typical exercise and fitness plans, where “April Showers” might not result in any actual flowers until at least June, or maybe even July. And until that time, there’s no telling how many hours you’ll have to spend in the gym, working and waiting for the day your flowers finally bloom. That won’t happen with SuperSlow®.

The thing we always like to say about the SuperSlow® system is that it works super fast. Each exercise is scientifically designed to get the absolute most out of every muscle in the absolute least amount of time. So instead of spending countless hours in the gym working and waiting for results, you’ll start to see and feel changes in your body rapidly. And you’ll be able to make those changes happen with just two short workouts of 20 minutes, two times a week.

It might sound like a miracle…but then again, aren’t winter’s snows giving way to spring’s beauty kind of a miracle too? It’s all about tapping into the way nature works. SuperSlow® isn’t about endless repetition and hours spent sweating. It’s about using nature and science intelligently – working very specific muscles to achieve the body you want.

And get your own flowers blooming as soon as possible. So that when May hits, YOU can use all that time you freed up by exercising just twenty minutes a la SuperSlow Zone to enjoy our lovely California hills, beaches, parks…or even the mall, should you prefer.

And if you’re fighting that battle of the bulge and a bit reluctant to get into those summer-sleek outfits, consider the wonderful program we now offer to help you with your eating habits. Transitions Lifestyle Program is a proven, lifestyle-changing educational practice that is really powerful when combined with your SuperSlow Zone workouts (and, psst, we offer discounts on the program when you participate as a SuperSlow Zone client!). Not just loss of pounds, but decreased inches and body fat changes abound…much like those flowers we’re now seeing!

As we’re entering our third year at our Silver Creek site, we also look forward to enjoying an Open House with our clients, neighbors, friends, and yet-to-meet friends. Do join us, May 27th, from 6-8 p.m., as we co-host a “block party” in our little mall! We’ll have prizes to give away, and information to share that we know you’ll find helpful.

Meanwhile, a “shout out” to the end of the rainy season, and the enjoyment of your new, SuperSlow-fit bodies!

If not, we completely understand. It’s easy to hibernate – but spring is here to STIMulate! And we have some good news for you. We’re about to help you get rid of those extra layers, and prep your body to take on the glories of our state’s beauty once and for all. Because entering the SuperSlow Zone® isn’t just going to bring back the body you had before the rain kicked in last fall – it’s going to give you the best body you’ve had in years. Maybe ever. Your stomach, rear end, back, arms, legs and all the rest of those body parts you’ve been keeping under wraps are going to BEG to be shown. So you’ll be praying for continued sun not just to warm you up, but to give you an opportunity to strut your new, improved stuff!

Of course, this might not apply to you. You might be one of those super-dedicated souls who manages to work out rain, shine or copious amounts of bad weather. If so, you’ll be excited to know that the SuperSlow® has what it takes to improve on your current level of fitness and ramp it up to the next level. And the best part? You won’t need to spend hours in the gym to get there, so you’ll spend less time working on your body and more time showing it off, or “playing” actively in your recreation of choice!

Whether you’re a reforming couch potato or a true gym rat, you’re going to be blown away by just how well the SuperSlow® workout works. When we say SuperSlow® works super fast, we mean it. Regardless of your fitness level, it takes just 20 minutes, just one or two times a week, to achieve optimal results. Our unique system uses a few simple-yet-powerful exercises to squeeze all the muscle-building power of an ordinary workout into a few very simple, very powerful moves. You can do them on your lunch hour, while you’re out shopping, whenever works for you. And before long, you’ll be looking so hot; you’ll wonder what took you so long to begin our program.

So bring on the spring…and bring on SuperSlow®!

If you’re like most of America, you’ve probably been piling on the sweaters and jackets and wondering if you’ll ever bare your arms or legs outside again. Well, we have two pieces of good news for you. The first is that spring actually is just around the corner – it starts next month, we promise! (At least, if the ground hog is accurate…) And the second is that since you picked chilly, dreary February to enter the SuperSlow Zone® things are bound to start heating up for you in a big way!

Why? Well, look at it this way. We’re just coming off another holiday season – that time of year when the average person gains about five pounds of extra weight. But instead of working that weight off, the average American (or Canadian – heck, it’s even colder up there) is likely parked in front of their TV, waiting for some sign of sunlight before they even think about what their bodies look like underneath all those clothes. But you, on the other hand, are getting a major jump on the season that is (fingers crossed!) just around the corner. You’ve come to the SuperSlow Zone® now…in the dead of winter. So by the time the sun peeks out from behind those clouds, you’ll be looking and feeling amazing!

I have to say, it’s those clients who have kept this up despite the miserable weather that I’m most proud of. And even more, those who worked through our Transitions Lifestyle program over the holidays – how brave is that? But not only did they not gain weight over the holidays, they lost inches, pounds, and improved their body fat ratios. How great is that? And not one felt like they had to sacrifice “life” in the process. The two programs together, SuperSlow & Transitions, make for one powerful combination.

Don’t know about SuperSlow yet? The SuperSlow® workout is so effective, you only need one or two of these 20-minute workouts a week to achieve optimal results! And to give you a “taste”, we offer a free consultation and demo workout – plus in February, 25% off your first month. What better way to “try-before-you-buy” and see for yourself the difference!

And if you are active in your recreation, be it golfing, biking, swimming, or running that 10K you agreed to, building your muscle base is akin to building your infrastructure – you need to build a solid base to achieve a solid performance. Ask our clients who use the workout to support their recreation “habit” (or addiction, for a couple of them….) – performance improvements, endurance, that power behind the swing, all result from just a small time commitment.

20 minutes, once-twice a week – what that amounts to is a workout routine that is amazingly easy to fit into your schedule – no matter how busy you might be. And it’s amazingly easy to stick to the program, because you’ll start to see results so fast, the last thing you’ll want to do it stop! So congratulations on stopping by the SuperSlow Zone® this February. Because things are going to start heating up soon…especially you.

Now, this year, while you’re out shopping for everyone in your family, your friends, your boss and everyone else on the planet, you can feel a little extra holiday cheer knowing that you got yourself a little something too. By entering the SuperSlow Zone® this month, you’re giving yourself a whole new body. And you’re engaging positive life habits, focusing on your health so you’ll be around a long, long time to continue to give….

At a time when most people are overeating, overindulging and just generally overdoing, you’ve treated yourself to a proven workout system that will do more for you in less time than you can imagine, or that most of you ever believed. So even if you’re not in the best of shape right now, you can go ahead and drink that glass of eggnog or munch on that piece of fudge (don’t overdo that, now!), knowing that the SuperSlow System is about to help you take charge of your body in ways you never imagined were possible.

Of course, there are plenty of you out there who might not need a whole new body. The body you have may be in excellent shape. You may have come to SuperSlow® simply because it’s cutting edge, and because, when it comes to fitness, you like to be on top of the latest trends – or minimally, utilizing the system that WORKS. If that sounds like you, you’re also giving yourself a big gift by joining SuperSlow®, especially now, during the busy holiday season.

That gift is the gift of time.

Whether you’re a hard-bodied gym rat or a fitness newbie, SuperSlow® works super fast to deliver the results you want. It doesn’t matter what kind of shape you’re in or how experienced you are. Because each and every SuperSlow® workout is tailored specifically to you, your body and your needs. SuperSlow® technology gets the absolute best out of every muscle in your body. And it does it in just 20 minutes, only one or two times a week.

Leaving you more time to buy gifts for everyone else. Or to give back that gift ot time to a charitable organization, or worthy cause. But since you’ve given yourself the best gift of all, that’s probably only fair.

Have a happy – and healthy — holiday.

And it doesn’t have to be you either — because you have a little something extra to be thankful for this holiday. You’ve entered the SuperSlow Zone®. While your friends and relatives are piling on the pounds, your Superslow® workouts will help you build lean muscle – which not only helps you look just that much more amazing in your holiday attire, but also does double-duty helping your body burn fat.

Yeah, that’s YOUR body that you’re transforming into a fat-burning machine that will work for you all through the holiday season. So instead of getting bigger and flabbier with each feast, party and event, you’ll get leaner and sexier. So by the time New Year’s Eve rolls around, you’ll be showing off a new you!!

Of course, if you’re already in great shape and used to working out, Superslow® will give you a different kind of gift this holiday season – the gift of time. Instead of spending hours in the gym keeping your body toned and trim, the amazing Superslow® system was designed by fitness experts to deliver maximum results in a minimum amount of time, giving your body a COMPLETE workout in just 20 short minutes, two times a week. Which will leave you more time for parties, shopping, and maybe a little overindulging. (My sister-in-law Erin’s special holiday toffee, for instance….num!)

So get ready to enjoy the best holiday season ever. With Superslow® working for you, you’ll be on your way to a lean, toned, strong body while still having a life. Which is definitely something to be thankful for. As I am for all of our clients, who give us more than enough to be grateful for, day in and day out. Blessings to ALL of you over the holidays, regardless of how you celebrate them.

And, if you have a mind to, keep in mind that we are acting as a collection center for Next Door Solutions again this year. With state cutbacks AND an increase in domestic abuse victims during the economic stresses, Next Door is really feeling the pinch – as are their families. Please consider donating toward their holiday event, or even volunteering some of your time. Email me at mortiz_usa@superslowzone.com if you’d like to learn more.