tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6189430304060258522012-01-12T09:58:54.639-05:00Boot camp workouts, fitness advice, nutrition tips and health news in Boston Massachusetts and beyondUltimate Bootcamphttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18213249773266169389noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125UltimateBootcampBloghttp://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-618943030406025852.post-90267729054597906422012-01-11T09:36:00.001-05:002012-01-11T09:36:48.995-05:002012-01-11T09:36:48.995-05:00

I'm a huge fan of the NBC hit television comedy "Parks and Recreation".  In a recent episode, Donna (Retta Sirleaf) and Tom (Aziz Ansari) celebrate their yearly ritual of dedicating an entire day to treating themselves to the good things in life. Take a peek at this video clip from the show. So I wanted to share with you

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Ultimate Bootcamp Co-Founders Jill Tomich and Peter Lavelle shows skiers and snowboarders how to increase their stability and balance out there on the slopes.  The first day of the season on the slopes can be brutal.  Creaky joints.  Sore muscles.  5 year old kids bombing down the hill faster than you.  But it doesn't have to be that way!  Ultimate Bootcamp can help you get prepared for the

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In September, Mayor Menino and the Boston Public Health Commission launched an awareness campaign against sugar-sweetened beverages.  As of October 7th, municipal buildings are under an executive order to no longer sell, advertise or promote drinks filled with sugar. On the so called "red" list of beverages are non-diet sodas, pre-sweetened ice teas, refrigerated coffee drinks, energy

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Is the word “Triathlon” something that makes you feel suddenly not part of a conversation? Is it something that you’d love to do, but don’t have the time, fitness, or knowledge? How about the fact that maybe – just maybe – you don’t see yourself as someone who could possibly participate in – and finish! – a triathlon…? Well, believe me – there’s not a competitive triathlete, or marathon runner

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Ultimate Bootcamp Founders Peter Lavelle and Jill Tomich reveal their favorite partner ab workout.

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You're just 4 weeks away from a stronger, healthier you. No matter your current fitness abilities, Ultimate Bootcamp can help you get the results you want. Group Camaraderie. Positive Environment. Results. That's the Ultimate Bootcamp difference.  Learn more at www.ultimatebootcamp.com

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Some say the best temperature to run outside is a matter of preference. Although I'm sure your friends could argue all day long what the perfect outdoor temperature is for you, studies show that endurance runners are most efficient at running in temperatures between 36 and 52 degrees Fahrenheit. These are the exercise temperatures where your body can most efficiently bring oxygen to your

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$65 for 10 Yoga Classes for Ultimate Bootcampers (a $130 value) A 50% Savings!30 Days Only Until October 30th!Charlestown Yoga's expert instructors train bodies to bend, balance, and breathe in classes spanning a diverse range of yoga styles for every age and experience level. All teachers are chosen for their expertise and spirit, ensuring that they have a wealth of training and technique as

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This week, one of my clients surprised me with a pile of freshly picked vegetables from her very own garden. Yum! It's easy and quick to make a healthy meal by dicing raw vegetables and tossing in a simple dressing with herbs.Healthy Cucumber and Tomato Salad1 tomato, chopped1/2 cucumber, sliced8 basil leaves, finely chopped (or dill)Dressing:1 tsp white wine vinegar1 tsp plant based Omega 3-6-9

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If you’ve been out and about Charlestown on a Wednesday evening lately you may have noticed a large group of runners striding along the streets. While seeing runners in Charlestown is not uncommon, it isn’t often that you see a large group together...until now. The group is the newly formed Revolutionary Running Club, a social and athletic club based in Charlestown, Massachusetts. The club

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by guest blogger and Framingham Health Counselor Tracey Harrison You can't open a magazine or newspaper without reading about them.Yet Omega-3 Fatty Acids (or Omega-3s, for short) remain one of the top American nutrient deficiencies! The body needs all sorts of different fats to function properly.Even saturated fats play a critical role for survival.Like a miraculous chemistry set, the body can

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Supports the Michelle Obama-led White House Initiative ‘Joining Forces’ Kristen Cohen, wife of specialist Benjamin Cohen of the 1-182nd Infantry Regiment, is without her husband for the next year while he is deployed overseas. Instead of letting the worry of her husband’s well-being affect her health, Kristen met the stressful times with a healthy promise to herself:  stay in shape and

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Arsenal Park, Watertown MA This past Saturday, Ultimate Bootcamp Instructor Jeanine Babineau led an awesome outdoor workout to raise funds for the VHL Family Alliance. A note from Jeanine: "Thank you so much!! This means a lot to me and my family." Photos from the event:

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Are your shoes causing more harm than good? This is the question that has led to the explosion in the popularity of barefoot running, natural running shoes and the popular ChiRunning technique. It's thought by some that the extreme cushioning of running shoes leads to more injuries because it changes a person's natural running stride. When wearing running shoes, many runners tend to make

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Saturday, August 27th | 9:00-10:30am | Arsenal Park, Watertown, MA When long-time Ultimate Bootcamp Trainer Jeanine Babineau asked if we could help her organize a fundraiser workout for VHL Disease, we had never heard of it before. Jeanine explained that

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Introduction by Ultimate Bootcamp Co-Founder Jill Tomich: One of the tasks I urge my clients to take on is make 80% of their meals from smart food choices found at the perimeter of the grocery stores. It's there that you'll find some of the most nutritious, healthy foods like fresh fruits and veggies, milks and yogurts, and lean cuts of meats. Whether you joined Ultimate Bootcamp to lose

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"When I got out of my car, I could hear the buzz and feel the energy – the place was packed and people were psyched and partying." remembers Ultimate Bootcamper David Elston-Pollock.What the 50 year old communications professional describes isn't a New England championship game. It isn't a New Year's Eve bash. It's not an explosive rock concert at Fenway Park.David is reminiscing about his

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Summer is sizzling and whether you like it or not, tank tops and swim wear rule the fashion scene. As a result, many female bootcampers are requesting exercises that tone the "jiggly bits" and "bat wings" on the back side of their arms. The guys are wondering how they can get that horseshoe-shaped definition in the same area. So which exercises are most effective at doing that?The American

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As Ultimate Bootcampers, we have a work hard, play hard mentally. We enjoy a challenging outdoor workout, but we also love to gather with friends and enjoy a summer BBQ.But if you're REALLY looking to get the results you want from your 4-week bootcamp experience, there is one thing you can reduce or even eliminate from your "play hard" lifestyle that will help you reach your goals quicker:

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An active body needs protein to aid in the recovery and building of muscles after a good boot camp workout. But which proteins are the best?Proteins coming from animal sources (meat, poultry, seafood, dairy) contains all of the amino acids our bodies cannot produce. And although many plants and legumes have lower levels of amino acids, by combining plant proteins into a complete meal,

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Getting appropriate rest and recovery is essential for boot campers to reap the rewards of their hard workouts. Another essential piece to recovery and building lean muscle is protein.Healthy Protein ChoicesProteins are the building blocks of your body. They build and repair muscle and connective tissues, help produce hormones and enzymes, promote healthy hair, skin and nail growth, and

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Have you ever wondered what that big foam cylinder in the corner is at your gym? Okay, so we know that you know what it is. But do you know how versatile and truly beneficial it is? Let's find out... Spring, despite not really having sprung yet, is a time of year when we can feel all sorts of aches, discomforts, strains, tightness. We're living a more active lifestyle with winter behind us, and

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What, how much and when should I be eating when doing fitness bootcamp workouts? In this blog series labeled Ultimate Bootcamp Diet, we'll be inviting our Fitness Trainers, local nutritionists and other health experts to weigh in to help create the best diet for you. Introduction Fueling your vehicle is straightforward. Isn't it? You simply read the instruction manual, drive into a gas station

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Cardiovascular exercises such as jogging, stair climbing and the elliptical machines are a staple in many people's workout regime. But they might be missing out on a valuable exercise that not only burns calories, but burns more fat: sprinting.In a recent Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise publication, a study of 10 runners and 10 sprinters who worked out over a 6 week period revealed that

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Although it's 30+ years away, I often dream of what my active retired life might look like: living in a sunny beach town, paddle boarding, golfing and taking long walks every day.  In order to get there, it's important that I not only stay active now, but truly learn how to take care of my body. Ultimate Bootcamp Trainer Ashley shows us how to take care of one of the most important joints in our

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