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We’re betting that after that time, you’ll be hooked! Once a flame is started, it is hard to extinguish; make your body’s inner inferno unstoppable!

FT Westborough Trainer Jonathan Tuttle says: “I’ve been there, down the very same road as many of our clients have been. I dropped from a size 40” to a size 32”. It was hard! I decided to help guide people along the same path I’ve been down with the knowledge I’ve accumulated over the years. For me, it’s very rewarding to see the transformation happen from week to week, and watch a client’s mood brighten up as the quality of their life improves.”

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Please note, while all FT Studios will give you a free fitness assessment, not all FT Studios are participating in this special deal.

And to help you ignite your weight loss, and rewiring your brain for permanent fitness, check out our recent article, This Is Your Brain On Fitness

This Is Your Brain On Fitness

By Martha Hicks Leta

If you’ve ever been a regular member at a conventional gym, you’ve noticed that this is the time of year when those people, we’ll call them The Resolutionaries come out of the woodwork. The Resolutionaries are those folks who, on or about January 2, rush to renew the membership they barely used last year, promising themselves that this year, YES, this year will be different! They come in waves of inspiration and perspiration, clichés and good intentions in their brand new sneakers and sweats purchased with that sporting goods gift certificate given to them by a concerned relative. And then, just like that, most of them are gone again.

Maybe a few will successfully make the conversion to regular exercise, but without a lot of help, most will not. Maybe you’re one of those Resolutionaries and you already feel your commitment flagging. So, what’s the secret? How do you permanently convert those New Year’s Resolutions into real and lasting change this time?

You ready for it? The big secret? Here it is: People who exercise regularly and successfully do so because they’ve made it a habit to do so. That is, they’ve made it such an entrenched and engrained part of their very brains that NOT doing so leaves a gaping psychic hole through which the winds of loneliness and despair howl without mercy. Maybe that’s a bit dramatic, but when people who exercise regularly miss their workouts, they feel cranky and out of sorts much the way a smoker feels upon running out of cigarettes, except what they’re missing is the thing that’s actually healthy for them. Because the craving for that healthy reward is now engrained in their habits, they’ll get back to their routine as soon as possible. That, my friends, is what we all want.

So how do you get rid of the bad habits and create new ones? Without going into a college level course in neuroscience, suffice to say that changing entrenched habits and behaviors is no easy proposition. This is because your brain, we’ll call it Alice, has a greedy obsession with a chemical called Dopamine. Think back to any happy memory: that time your first love bought you that box of chocolates, or maybe the time your mother made you feel better after a tough day at pre-school by getting you your first Happy Meal. That sense of euphoria created by these experiences caused by a burst of dopamine in your brain. Alice really likes dopamine. It’s her Happy Pill. Once Alice discovers a trigger for dopamine, she will try to drive you back to that trigger again and again. For athletes, that trigger is exercise, or winning a trophy. For the rest of us, it’s French fries or chocolate. Thanks, Alice.

The good news is that your brain can be literally rewired in 14 to 21 days through daily practice of the behavior you wish to make a habit, exercise. After a few days of consistently practicing your exercise routine, your brain will start producing a protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which makes the brain more supple, allows you to think more clearly and releases the old habits. It also increases the effectiveness of dopamine neurotransmission, which means the more you exercise, the happier your brain will feel, which will then cause your brain to drive you to exercise regularly. It’s kind of a win-win for your body and Alice!

So how do you get started? This is where your Fitness Together trainer comes in. During your fitness assessment, your trainer will or has discussed your goals with you and customized that program for you. Your trainer will then get you on track with these key components:

• Boost your calorie-burning furnace by strength-training. The only scientifically proven method of enhancing the number of calories your body burns at rest (RMR) is to change your body composition meaning adding more muscle mass. Muscle is more metabolically active than fat (one pound of muscle burns approximately 9 times the calories as a pound of fat) so by increasing muscle mass through intensive strength training, you can increase RMR to a small degree. Strength-building exercises also help maintain your bone density and balance, two important factors in healthy aging.
• Daily cardio adds to your burn. Here is where you have the greatest daily control over your total burn rate. Cardio is the greatest calorie burner in the least amount of time. Combine a daily cardio expenditure of a few hundred calories with your strength training workout calorie burn and you have a one-two punch which will guarantee to fire up your metabolism.
• Power up your protein intake. Eating a small amount of lean protein at every meal is also an effective metabolism booster. Protein takes more calories to assimilate thereby raising your TEF to a greater degree than carbs or fat.
• Eat small, frequent meals. And don’t forget to eat small frequent meals throughout the day (another proven metabolism booster) rather than consolidating your entire food intake into just one or two large meals. Eating metabolism-raising foods in small quantities, spread throughout the day, will also provide you with a stable blood sugar level and a constant source of energy needed for metabolism. It is also important that you do not skip breakfast or drastically reduce your calorie intake as it will be interpreted by your body as potential starvation and lead to a slowdown in your metabolism.
• Get enough Z’s. Sleep deprivation actually has been shown to harm your body’s endocrine function and capacity to metabolize carbohydrates. Translation: when you don’t get a good night’s sleep you decrease your calorie burning potential. Aim for at least 7 solid hours per night to help your metabolism run more smoothly.
• Practice stress reduction. Stress triggers the release of cortisol, the primary stress hormone. When cortisol bathes your body’s tissue it stimulates fat storage, particularly around the middle (the more dangerous location). Cortisol also slows metabolism. Practicing healthy stress reduction techniques such as exercise, listening to music, gardening or any other relaxation technique will lower the amount of cortisol and help you maximize your metabolic rate.

Making those appointments with your trainer week after week is what will most effectively replace bad habits of avoidance and sedentary living with good habits that lead to strength, fitness and a greatly improved appearance and sense of self. Keep those appointments, follow that program and you WILL see results!

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If you’re looking for a great way to get started, take a proactive approach in 2013 by igniting your inner inferno and joining us for our IGNITE YOUR INFERNO 21 DAY CHALLENGE! Make the commitment to yourself to get the New Year off to the right start by forming a new habit of working out and getting your body fit and healthy. We are here to help you ignite the spark inside you that will turn you into a lean mean fat burning machine! All you have to do is take the first step and commit to working out for 21 days. We’re betting that after that time, you’ll be hooked! Once a flame is started, it is hard to extinguish; make your body’s Inner Inferno unstoppable!

The IGNITE YOUR INFERNO 21 DAY CHALLENGE is only available at participating Fitness Together studios. Don’t do a slow burn get ignited, call an FT Studio today for a free fitness assessment. To find a studio near you go to: FTGetsResults.com

How to Survive Holiday Temptations and Avoid Gaining Weight

Yes – It’s that time of year when high fat sugary foods seem to be everywhere — frosted cookies and sugary breads at the office, eggnog and mixed drinks at your neighbor’s party, bags of traditional chocolate Gelt for Hanukkah, and peppermint sticks jammed into your stocking. All these extras add up, and if you’re like many Americans, you’ll put on a pound a week through the New Year. So what’s the harm in a little holiday weight gain? Most of us never lose those unwanted pounds we gain during the winter holidays. And this can lead to bigger health problems down the road.

But you don’t have to fall into this trap. It is possible to enjoy holiday goodies without putting on a single pound, and maybe even losing weight. By increasing your nutritional awareness and planning ahead, you can balance your temptations. Here are some great health and nutrition tips that you can use this holiday season to help you avoid overindulging:

1. Never go to a party hungry. All the will-power you can muster is no match for a rumbling tummy in the presence of a buffet with lots of unhealthy and tempting options. So, eat before you go to a party. Have something well-balanced, with carbohydrates, protein and a small amount of healthy fats. Good examples are an apple with natural peanut butter or greek yogurt with almonds. Also, always offer to bring something; that way, you know there will be one healthy option that you can eat. A big salad or an elegant dessert tray of dark chocolate, berries and lightly salted almonds will be welcome additions among the fat-laden cheesecakes and sticky buns.

2. Position yourself away from temptation. Does it seem that the spread pulls you in like a magnet the moment you enter the party? Resist the force — don’t stand or sit near the buffet, as you may be tempted to mindlessly eat. After all, a party is for seeing and mingling with old and new people, namely your family, friends, or coworkers. When you are sure you are hungry, grab a plate (the smallest one if there is a choice), fill it with the healthiest items from the table, and find a comfortable place to sit and savor your meal.

3. Limit alcohol consumption. Excess alcohol contributes to useless calories and fat gain. Plus, consuming alcohol topples our resistance to and increases our desire for salty or sweet satiation. If you do choose to partake of some holiday cheer, stick to red wine (which does have beneficial antioxidant properties), but limit yourself to one or two drinks (5 ounces), and alternate with a glass of water. Never drink on an empty stomach.

4. Drink plenty of water. When we’re dehydrated and thirsty, this leads to overeating. Water makes us have a sense of fullness and many other health benefits. Aim to have ten 8 oz glasses of ice water to help boost your metabolism throughout your day and drink a couple of huge glasses before going to a party. Or, if you’d rather have something to warm you up, try green tea or even chicken or vegetable broth. Bring a bottle of water with you everywhere!

5. Control the all or nothing mindset. The idea that losing weight is something you do “right” just temporarily and then the work is done simply sets you up for failure. The fact is, most people who successfully lose weight — and more importantly, keep that weight off– make healthy, permanent lifestyle changes such as getting regular exercise, consciously practicing portion control, and finding ways to prevent emotional eating – especially during the holidays.

In fact, the holidays are the BEST time to START a fitness and nutrition program and to seek out extra support that you might need to set goals and stay active. You will be much less likely to blow off workouts if a friend or trainer is holding you accountable and you have a well structured activity and nutrition plan to keep you going.

Most important, be good to yourself this holiday season – relax, enjoy, and treat yourself to something that makes you happy!

Remember, our Fitness Together trainers know nutrition and offer a 360 degree program suited to your needs. If you want to investigate a full-service weight loss studio, check out FTGetsResults.com to find one near you and get a consultation today.

Reading Recipes For Hidden Fat

By Martha Hicks Leta

So you’re hanging around at home, feeling very ready to get back to healthy eating after a weekend of holiday feasting. After a bit of foraging, you start pulling healthy ingredients from the fridge: kale, butternut squash, onion, mushrooms. A quick Google search for a recipe brings up a nice one from Bon Appetit magazine that seems healthy and delicious and contains most of the ingredients you want to use, plus almonds, which you have, and some parmesan cheese, which you also have, because who doesn’t? So you start throwing it together, pleased with yourself for making good dietary choices. Ma always said to eat your vegetables, right? Wouldn’t she be smiling now?

You figure with a recipe like this portion size doesn’t really doesn’t matter, because it’s all so crazy good for you, so you tuck in and, wow, it’s good. As you’re munching away, you lean over your iPad and check the recipe a little more closely and as you reach the bottom where the calorie count is, you drop your fork and lurch back in your chair, horrified.

This seemingly nutritious and healthful recipe contains 2,000 calories and 172 grams of fat! In your effort to eat a healthful meal, you’ve just polished off more calories than a Big Mac, fries and a coke. Even if you divide it into the recommended 4 servings, that’s still 500 calories and 43 grams of fat per serving, and they’re pretty small looking servings, too. The hell, you say. How on earth did a dish with these healthy ingredients rack up such a hefty load?

Have a look at the ingredients list. Pay attention to the italics:

Ingredients
·       8 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
·       3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
·       1/2 medium shallot, minced
·       1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
·       Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
·       1 1/2 cups 1/2-inch cubed butternut squash
·       1 bunch kale, stems removed, cut into 1/2-inch wide ribbons (about 5 cups)
·       3/4 cup whole almonds, toasted, coarsely chopped
·       Parmesan (for shaving)

(For this Not So Healthy Recipe Go To Bon Appetit)

The eight tablespoons of olive oil alone in this recipe is 960 calories and 112 grams of fat. We’ve all heard about the great benefits of olive oil, but that doesn’t mean we should have unlimited amounts. Similarly, the nutritionally packed almond also harbors a load of calories and fat and should only be consumed in moderation. Absent-mindedly tossing a few handfuls of nuts into your mouth at a party could blow your allowance in a matter of minutes. The ¾ cup of almonds in the above recipe adds 466 calories and a whopping 40 grams of fat!

So, this is a cautionary tale to people like me who may forget that healthy ingredients do not always make for a healthy dish. Always check your ingredients list before you begin any new recipe and scan down and look carefully at that calorie and fat content. If the recipe isn’t broken down into calories per serving, a quick scan of the oil and fat amount should tell you if this is a recipe to avoid or at least modify.

I really liked the idea of this dish in spite of all the calories, because it included some of the ingredients I wanted to throw together. I modified it quite a bit to get the calories down, but half of the calories in this dish are still fat calories because of all the oil. So enjoy, but be sure to factor in the grams of fat as you calculate your intake for the rest of the day.

Here’s my modified version of Bon Appetit’s Kale Salad with Butternut Squash.

Ingredients
·       3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
·       2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
·       1 onion, minced
·       1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
·       Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
·       1 1/2 cups 1/2-inch cubed butternut squash
·       1 8 oz. package sliced baby bella mushrooms
·       1 bunch kale, stems removed, cut into 1/2-inch wide ribbons (about 5-8 cups)
·       ¼ cup College Inn Light and Fat Free chicken broth
·       2 tbs whole almonds, toasted, coarsely chopped
·       1 tbs grated parmesan cheese

Preparation
·       Preheat oven to 425°. Line a baking sheet with foil. Whisk 1Tbsp. oil, vinegar, 2 tbs minced onion, and Dijon mustard in a small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside. Combine squash and 1 Tbsp. oil in a medium bowl and toss to combine; season with salt and pepper. Transfer squash to prepared baking sheet and roast, turning occasionally, until squash is tender and lightly golden, about 20 minutes. Let cool slightly.
·       Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add mushrooms and remaining onion and sauté until onion is almost transparent. Add kale and cook, tossing frequently, until bright green and slightly wilted, 1–2 minutes. Remove from heat; add dressing mix and toss to coat. Transfer kale mixture to a baking sheet and cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
·       Add reserved squash and almonds to kale; toss well and season with pepper. Divide among bowls. Add a light dusting of parmesan cheese if desired.

Serves 4.
Nutrition count per serving:
Calories-265
Fat – 12.5 grams
Calories from fat: 112.5

Still not sure what your fat intake per day should be? Ask your trainer.

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FT Gets Results: Success Stories Across The Board

From our FT Studios, our new commercials highlighting 4 success stories.

Tracy Simpson
Achievements: Tracy lost 50 lbs and dropped six dress sizes. Tracy completed the Tough Mudder challenge last spring, a grueling10-mile military-style challenge.

FT Trainer: Tom Lavoie

Tracy first came to Fitness Together when she realized the baby weight she’d put on three years prior wasn’t going to come off without some major changes to her lifestyle. Tracy committed to her training and nutrition program and saw greater results than she ever imagined. “My trainers are amazing. They are the primary reason why I come here.” Since starting at FT Tracy has lost 50 lbs. and went from a size 14 to a size 2. She also increased strength and flexibility and has competed in the incredibly demanding Tough Mudder challenge. Trainer Tom Lavoie says, “She really has kicked up her strength in a big way. She’s continuing to grow, as far as her strength, flexibility, and improving her overall health.”

Mike Gurdjian
Achievements: Lost 66 lbs in 6 months. Improved health, strength and confidence

FT Trainer: Tom Lavoie

Mike had put on a lot of weight in college and really needed to change his lifestyle. In just six months Mike has lost 66 lbs and is wearing the clothes he wants to wear. ‘The trainers here make you accountable. They’re the best.” Mike’s trainer, Tom Lavoie is impressed with Mike’s commitment. “The results Mike has seen are off the charts. He’s really changed his lifestyle by making that commitment to himself and to his program.

Dave Norden
FT Trainer: Brendan Stapleton

Dave, age 46, came to FT with back issues, injuries and he needed to lose weight. In 8 months he’s lost 40 lbs., gained strength, confidence and a healthy lifestyle.

Next goal: The Boston Marathon.

Linda Norden
Achievements: Lost 25 lbs in 3 months and dropped four dress sizes. Improved strength, confidence, energy and sense of well-being.
Trainer: Brendan Stapleton.

Linda came to Fitness Together when she realized she weighed as much as she had when she was pregnant more than a decade ago. She had become self-conscious and was dressing to hide her weight. Says trainer Brendan Stapleton, “When I first met Linda, I knew we were going to be able to help her.” Linda dedicated herself to the fitness and nutrition program outlined by her trainer and lost 25 lbs. and went from a tight size 12, to a 4/6. Her trainer says, “The biggest improvement I’ve seen in Linda is her over all improved well-being, but everything has really improved 100%.” Linda agrees, “I’ve walked into many gyms and never showed up again. At Fitness Together I walked in, and I don’t ever want to walk out!”

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Kendra’s Week Seven: Katie Needs A New Dress

So my co-worker Katie is a bridesmaid this weekend and is getting her final nutrition recommendations with our trainer Aoife (Eefah) –and Katie actually had to buy a new bridesmaid gown because the one she had originally was way too big!!!!! Woohoo!

Katie-of course- wants to look her best for the brides day so Aoife gave her the following recommendations:

• No salt at all 48 hours prior and during.

• Watch out for bread and cereal (carbs).

• Eat lots of fresh water based fruits and vegetables like watermelon, apples, cucumbers, celery, etc–these are natural diuretics and will help to flush out the system.

• Not lifting weights 48 hours prior to the big day for this may add to water retention and you don’t want to be sore on that day! Cardio will help with flushing out excess water weight and bloating– cardio sweat is great for the skin too….

• And of course, getting a good nights sleep of at least 7 hours will help significantly!

Kendra’s Blog at Kiss108fm

Read more about Kendra’s Successful Sessions at Fitness Together

Kendra & Katie lost their weight at FT Medford

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Letica Costa: Another Great Jeans Challenge Success

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by Martha Hicks Leta

One of the biggest fitness challenges women often face is getting back in shape after pregnancy and childbirth. A lot of us imagine that our bodies will magically spring back into shape once our precious cargo has been offloaded. Some of us may even be so delusional as to pack along pre-pregnancy jeans as we head off to the hospital. I can tell you from personal experience what a crushing disappointment it is to leave in the same maternity jeans in which you arrived.

Sizing in at a tiny size 0 prior to her pregnancy, Leticia Costa had an enviably slender frame. Even her post-pregnancy size 6 might garner a sneer or two from women bouncing toddlers on their cushiony hips. Nevertheless, when Costa, age 27, heard about the Great Jeans challenge after having her baby, she knew the disciplined workouts and nutritional counseling would be the thing to get her back on track in a hurry.

“I have always enjoyed working out, but after I had my baby I decided I wanted to try something different since my body wasn’t the same. My goals were to drop 2 pants sizes. I figured a size 2 was reasonable. I also wanted muscle tone specially on my legs, butt and stomach.”

Leticia trained with all three FT Norwell trainers, Joe Caruso, Mike Eaton and Alicia Tasney and says the sessions were a far cry from the workouts she was used to. “My old work out routine consisted of 90% cardio, 7% legs and 3% socializing at the gym! My trainers pushed me each session and also gave me good dieting tips.”

All three trainers were impressed by Leticia’s discipline, particularly in following her nutritional program. “Due to her amazing diet and total commitment to her workouts, she totally changed her body composition,” says FT Norwell manager and trainer, Joe Caruso.

Tasney agrees. “She really didn’t have much weight to lose. It was more about getting her muscle and skin tone back.” Leticia’s 1200-calorie diet plan featured a disciplined balance of high quality nutrition. “She really stuck with it and it paid off.”

During the course of the Great Jeans Challenge, Leticia lost five pounds, 5% of her body fat and dropped from a size 6 to a size 2.

“I felt accomplished and I feel a lot better about myself now. I lost about 4- 5 lbs, and gained muscles that I never knew existed.” That sense of achievement motivated Leticia to continue with FT beyond the Great Jeans challenge. She’s also proud to recommend Fitness Together to her friends.

FT Norwell

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Kendra’s Week Four: Eating The Rainbow

So now that I am in my second trimester I should be gaining about a pound a week and my trainers Maria and Kristine have told me that my body fat percentage should be be increasing slightly.

However, I lost inches everywhere!!! (my chest, arms, legs, and shoulders). I lost 6.5 inches from my total body and only gained 2.5 inches in my belly.. which is obviously needed being that I am pregnant.

My body fat went up .5% and I only gained 5 lbs! …but aside from my results (which even shocked me!!), when my trainer Kristine asked me what my fitness goals, nutrition goals and treats for myself would be she also asked if I was “Eating The Rainbow”

And I looked at her funny and said, “doing what?!” (haha)

‘Eating The Rainbow’ means eating all the foods with colors in the rainbow (since I can’t take Pre-Natal Vitamins because they make me sick). I thought this was the greatest line ever.

I will surely be Eating The Rainbow!!!

MY NUTRITION GOALS

To keep eating at least 6 meals (a variety of healthy foods)

MY FITNESS GOALS

To add in more cardio in between my training sessions, to keep up my endurance and heart rate

MY TREATS

I will plan a nice pedicure and maybe pre-natal massage for myself as a reward!

 

Follow Kendra’s workout blog at Kiss108fm. Kendra works out at FT Medford

To find an FT studio near you go to FTGetsResults.com

The earlier posts:

Kendra’s Wedding Party Workout: It’s In The Details

Week 4: Kendra & Katie Get Results

Kendra’s Week 3: You Are What You Eat

Week 2: Feel The Burn

Kiss108fm’s Kendra Petrone Joins The Wedding Party Workout

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Kendra’s Week 3: You Are What You Eat

Kendra Petrone, the Executive Producer for Kiss108fm’s Matty In The Morning Show is doing the Wedding Party Workout at our Medford studio. Here is her post for her third week.

Just completed my 3rd week at Fitness Together and I feel AWESOME. This week my trainer Maria worked a lot on my “core” and we did total body workouts… The hardest exercise I did was definitely something called “side planks” ..I had to keep my entire body upward with just my arm! It was hard– but if a pregnant gal like myself can do it– SO CAN YOU!!!

And who says we can’t have a little fun while we’re working out–Katie and I decided to battle in a TUG OF WAR! Who do you think wins?….. check it out!!

So all along I have been telling you all how amazing the trainers and the workouts are at Fitness Together – but another major ingredient in feeling good and looking good– is eating right. It’s all about portions and food choice. I love to eat– and just because I am pregnant, doesn’t mean I can just splurge on anything… when the doctors say you’re “eating for two” – they don’t really want you to OVER-eat– so here’s what my trainers Kristine and Maria have told me at Fitness Together

• Eat small and frequent meals–I eat 6 times a day!!
• If you’re eating salads, add good proteins like grilled chicken (plain), fish, even crushed walnuts or almonds
• Try not to eat the same foods every day– change it up!!

I use the Fitness Together online nutrition journal to log in my daily intake of food–and it’s not complicated and it’s not overwhelming — GO TO WWW.FTMEDFORD.COM TO CHECK IT OUT! It makes a huge difference when you see what’s going into your body … and remember you are supposed to have carbs and calories — they just need to be within moderation!!

I really want to encourage all of you to call my friends at Fitness Together and try it out– I am doing things now (pregnant) that I never thought I could do before I was pregnant! You will love it- I promise!!!

Get the Kiss 108 discount for your own Wedding Party Workouts. Click the picture to download the coupon:

Kendra Week two: Feel The Burn
Kendra Joins The Wedding Party Workout

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Read more at Kendra’s Blog on Kiss108fm

Kendra Petrone from KISS 108 Joins FT’s Wedding Party Workout

Matty In The Morning’s Executive Producer, Kendra Petrone, told us why she joined the Wedding Party Workout this summer:

“I’m in like 3 weddings – no joke, and I have baby showers left and right. And everyone’s taking my picture (ugh!), so I need to seriously lose major inches! FT’s personal trainers are helping me lose weight, tone up and get in picture perfect shape! Hey, if you are interested,  you can check my progress and watch me work out at FTGetsResults.com. And of course, listen in to Matty In The Morning on Kiss 108 for more on those 3 weddings, baby showers, and more…”

CLICK…CLICK…CLICK!
That’s the sound of the wedding photographer taking your picture. If you’re in the wedding party, you know these photos will be seen by many people for an eternity. So, how good will you look in the upcoming months when the big day arrives?

Or maybe you have a family reunion or just want to look good in a bathing suit this summer? There’s no better time to trade in your baby weight, beer belly and floppy arms for a slimmer, happier you. But, no need to fear – you won’t have to do it alone. The expert personal trainers at Fitness Together are here to help you look better, feel better and perform better, as you prepare for your big day.

YOU’RE INVITED TO JOIN US
Bring your friends and family or work out with others just like you, who want to lose weight, tone up and be proud of how they look and feel on their special day.

When you join the Wedding Party Workout, you will exercise three times a week for eight weeks total with our expert personal trainers in a small group personal training environment. Fitness Together’s small group personal training (PACK Training) combines strength training, cardio conditioning and nutritional guidance to help you feel better and look better than you ever thought was possible.

GIMME THE SKINNY
The special deal? To celebrate Kendra taking the workouts with us, we’ve dropped our price to just $21.95/session. With the WEDDING PARTY WORKOUT, you get eight weeks (24 sessions) of Small Group (PACK) Personal Training, which includes three sessions per week and nutrition coaching. This is a limited time offer. We expect to sell-out these sessions, so call us today to reserve your spot! BTW, please inquire about special Wedding Party Workout savings for 1-on-1 personal training. Current FT clients may add 1 session/week to your existing program at these prices.

Whether it’s 1-on-1 or small group training – You’ll get better results when you get Fit Together.

Click on the pictures below to download the coupon.

Note, not all FT locations are running this special.  Visit FTGetsResults.com to find a participating location near you.

You can follow Kendra on her blog: http://www.kiss108.com/pages/Kendra.html