Recommit to New Year's Resolutions for Weight Loss and Healthy Diet in the Summer

New Year's Eve bell seemed to be so far away that more than 50% people have already forgotten their New Year's resolutions to lose weight, exercise regularly and eat healthy by July. "It's about time to recommitting to your New Year's resolutions. And it's never too late. You can start any day, any time.  Winners don't quit," says Carey Yang,  a certified persona trainer and fitness expert in New Jersey.

Yang is the owner and master personal trainer at Beyond Fitness Solutions, LLC -- a leading in-home personal training and weight-loss management company serving and helping clients in Morris County, Sussex County, Passaic County, Essex County and Somerset County areas in New Jersey.

"I think most people put so much emphasis on the once-a-year all-or-nothing approach to lose weight that they're doomed to fail from from the get-go," Yang says. "The mindset needs to change. Just like everything else we do in life. We have the end goals in mind in the beginning, We have a plan. We have small actions step to tackle. We follow up and check our progress every so often. Then we modify or change the course to reach the goal.  It's the same thing as in the health, fitness and weight loss. People get caught up with so much media confusion."

Yang offers 7 steps to re-evaluate mid-year and to re-commit New Year's resolutions:

Step 1. Identify your three greatest accomplishments
Even if this year was a challenging year for you, odds are if you look close enough there’s something somewhere to be proud of.

Step 2. Analyze what you learned from each accomplishment
Now that you have identified your three greatest accomplishments, go back to each one. This time though identify exactly what you learned or were reminded of by each of them.

Step 3. Identify your biggest disappointments
Practically every company and individual resists analyzing their mistakes. That’s a shame because this is where the best learning comes from.

Step 4. Analyze what you learned from each failure or disappointment
No matter how great everything in life is going – we all make mistakes. The trick here is to really analyze them, what preceded them, what could you have done differently, and how can you prevent them in the future.

Step 5. Identify how you limited yourself last year and how can you stop
Were there certain actions you took or didn’t take that came back to haunt you? In order to make sure you don’t limit yourself again – you need to bring these self-defeating actions to the surface, confront them, and most importantly determine what you must do differently to make sure you don’t make the same mistakes all over again.

Step 6. Pragmatically review the information you have gathered
The goal of this exercise is not simply to know yourself and your business better but to actually use the information to make certain next year far surpasses this year.
What are the big takeaways from answering each question? What do you know about yourself or your business that you didn’t realize or weren’t thinking about?
Obviously, having this list isn’t going to do it all, you still need to take this new knowledge and use it.
Fortunately, that’s what the last question is centered around. And here it is…

Step 7: Use this Information to amaze yourself next year
The purpose here is to build in to your schedule, your interactions, your management style or whatever else you’ve surfaced in the previous questions and build yourself a new better approach.

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About C. Carey Yang and Beyond Fitness Solutions, LLC
C. Carey Yang, Your Dream Body WorkoutXpert (TM), is a certified personal trainer and fitness boot camp instructor based in Morris County, New Jersey. He provides in-home personal fitness training, backyard boot camp, wellness and lifestyle coaching, and fitness and weight-management seminar. He specializes in helping busy, working professionals who want safe, effective workouts with maximum results in minimum time. Yang is the creator of the 6-Step Dream Body Blueprint (TM) Body Transformation System.

To learn more about lifestyle and wellness coaching, personal fitness training and nutritional counseling and to sign up for a free monthly e-zine, receive free fitness and fat loss e-books, and schedule a complimentary consultation, visit http://www.BeyondFitnessSolutions.com.

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Westin New York Grand Central Hotel and FiTMAPPED Host Free Summer Fitness Break Event in Manhattan

Consumers are invited to burn calories with a leading fitness instructor and increase their wellness IQ when the Westin New York Grand Central (http://www.westinnewyorkgrandcentral.com/) and FiTMAPPED (http://www.fitmapped.com/) host a free Summer Fitness Break in Manhattan on July 31 from 6pm to 8pm. At the event, activities include:

- Energize with a group workout led by Molly Winter Fitness

- Get answers to wellness and nutrition questions from a panel of leading fitness experts including Stacey Grant, Samantha Lynch and Willow Jarosh

- Healthy snacks, and smoothies, treats from LUNA Bars, OatWorks and VROU

- Enter to win giveaways including workout gear and trips to the Westin New York Grand Central

- Take part in FiTMAPPED.com’s 'Review & Win' sweepstakes (click here (https://www.fitmapped.com/blog/2013/enter-the-fitmapped-f...)) and enjoy great giveaways, including gift cards for New Balance® workout gear and a two-night stay at the Westin New York Grand Central

- After attending the event, join the fun on by clicking on "Sweat Here" on the hotel's FiTMAPPED.com profile page

The event will be held at the Westin New York Grand Central, 212 East 42nd Street, between 2nd and 3rd Avenue. RSVP required via Eventbrite: http://westingrandcentralandfitmapped.eventbrite.com. For more information, call 212-490-8900 or email fitnessevent@jmc-pr.com.

FiTMAPPED is a comprehensive online and mobile app directory of fitness establishments in the NYC and LA metro areas. Users can sift through a database of more than 2,000 fitness establishments to narrow their results by location, type of fitness (i.e. yoga, spin), and price. FiTMAPPED’s sleek, simple interface and innovative search classifications enable consumers to find fitness with ease. Check out the FiTMAPPED Facebook app to mark off fitness locations you've tried and share where you sweat with friends.

The new Westin New York Grand Central, located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, opened in October 2012 after a $75 million complete renovation to reveal a modern design and signature Westin amenities. The hotel features 774 spacious guest rooms and suites, a 3,000 square-foot WestinWORKOUT® fitness studio and THE LCL: Bar & Kitchen, the first bar and food concept from nightlife leader Gerber Group in a Westin property. A partner of Grand Central Terminal’s Centennial this year, the hotel is ideally situated just two blocks from Grand Central and steps from landmarks including the Chrysler Building and Rockefeller Center.

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A New Focus on Fitness in Oxfordshire This Summer

With the good weather that summer brings, more and more people are being encouraged to venture outdoors to keep fit. With the exceptionally beautiful countryside in Oxfordshire, it provides the perfect opportunity for Oxford-based personal trainers Project Active to get people moving and get people fit. There is increasing demand for personal training, with more people recognising the importance of staying active. This trend is likely to continue in the coming years, and the future looks busy for personal trainers.

Project Active offer a number of different classes, including individual personal training, as well as group fitness sessions. One of the more popular schemes that Project Active offer is their "Wellbeing for Business" sessions, whereby a trainer will visit a company's location and train the whole team together. This promotes good teamwork, as well as keeping the group fit and healthy. An active workforce is a motivated and productive one, so it is in everyone's interest to get involved with such a positive scheme.

On this topic, Project Active owner Ben Scurr says; "We believe that good health, fitness and wellbeing should be attainable for everyone. That’s why we bring everything you need to achieve your health, fitness and wellbeing goals to you, to your home, to your community or your work." Oxford is a great location for staying active, with a number of scenic parks, as well as some ideal leisure facilities such as the Oxford Brookes campus and the Oxford City sports park. Project Active are committed to encouraging people across Oxfordshire to get fit and stay fit. For more information about what they offer, and to book a training session for yourself or a group, get in touch on the Project Active website:

http://www.project-active.co.uk/

Or call 07940733102

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Breast Cancer Foundation Benefits from Superwomen Boot Camp Summer Fitness Challenge

Folsom fitness expert and owner of Superwomen Boot Camp, Val Fujii is proud to announce a $1,200 donation to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation on behalf of all the participants in Superwomen Boot Camp’s Summer Fitness Challenge. The challenge was a voluntary fitness competition, with great results, for the foundation as well as participants’ health and wallets.

Challengers paid an entrance fee for the challenge. Each took “before” pictures and had a weigh in and body fat calculation in the beginning. Each week there was a weigh in and body fat calculation.

Winners split a money pot of $1,300 and were also awarded other fabulous prizes totaling more than $1,800, such as massages, facials and weekend stays at vacation locations. Winners were split into 40-years-old and older and under 39-years-old, and chosen based upon highest percentage of body weight lost and highest body fat percentage reduction.

“I am so proud of these women. Everyone talks about getting ‘bikini-ready’ for summer, but these women actually did it. They were so dedicated to their fitness that they lost more than a combined 160 pounds,” says Fujii.

Winner Cindy Massa says, “Since joining Superwomen Boot Camp, I’ve lost 30 pounds. I didn’t realize that I would also lose 8% body fat, gain confidence and completely change my life style.  It wasn't about just losing the weight but it was about a commitment to myself. I am forever grateful to SWBC for helping me reach my goal on my deadline in July, when I will be celebrating my 25th anniversary with my husband in Hawaii. I just bought my first bikini!”

The top five winners in each category are:

40 and Over Category

Greatest Percentage of Weight Loss

Bridgit Bkoides          10.5%

Cindy Massa          8.4%

Heather Gregory       7.0%

Tina Knutsen          6.8%

Kathy Jorgensen        5.5%

Greatest Percentage of Body Fat Loss

Cindy Massa          4.0%

Bridget Bokides         3.1%

Lisa Eichler          3.1%

Tina Knutsen          2.4%

Kathy Jorgensen        2.3%

Under 39 Category

Greatest Percentage of Weight Loss

Erin Eustaquio          7.6%

Sonia Fernandez       6.0%

Priya Jayaram          5.9%

Paige Gregory          4.1%

Geeta Karki          3.4%

Greatest Percentage of Body Fat Loss

Erin Eustaquino        2.5%

Geeta Karki          0.9%

Linda Monge          0.7%

Priya Jayaram          0.6%

Paige Gregory          0.1%

In addition to the support of other boot campers, challengers received the Belly Blast program (valued at $77) for free. It included:

Checklist for readiness

Starter Guide

Goal Sheet

Grocery List Recipes

Week 1, 2 & 3 Meal Plans + a Detox component.

Home Workouts

According to Fujii, Superwomen Boot Camp is not your typical ‘hard core’ boot camp – no one is going to yell in your face or intimidate you. It is a positive, empowering program designed for women of all ages and fitness levels. The training philosophy involves the use of multiple functional movements done in a circuit-training format for maximum fat loss and muscle toning. Only the most effective exercises are done, which is why participants see significantly faster and better results in only three workouts per week. And no workout is ever the same, so no one gets bored. In addition to obtaining impressive results, participants have fun and receive the support of other women that are looking to achieve the same goals and level of fitness.

“Our boot campers range in age from high schoolers to women in their 70’s,” says Fujii. “It’s great to see the women supporting each other and recognizing their successes.”

The cost for Superwomen Boot Camp is just $99 per month, which equates to only $8.25 per camp if attended regularly three times per week; an unheard of value in the healthcare industry.  The membership includes a nutritional plan for a complete health and fitness plan. “I’ve made Superwomen Boot Camp affordable for all women. It is a great value because participants receive the benefit of a personal trainer, the energy of a group fitness class and the expertise of a nutritionist at a very reasonable cost,” adds Fujii.

Superwomen Boot Camp meets at 118 Woodmere Road, #100, in Folsom, across from Harley Davidson. There is also a Superman Boot Camp and soon there will be a Super Kids Camp. For more information, call 916-337-4780.

Val Fujii, NASM CPT, PES, is the owner and founder of Superwomen Boot Camp and is a local Folsom and El Dorado Hills fitness professional. He is available for interviews or to discuss other story ideas related to women’s weight loss and fitness. He can be reached at 916-337-4780 or via email at info@superwomenbootcamp.com.

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Out-Of-The-Box Ways To Enjoy Summer Fruit

By Melinda Johnson for U.S. News Health: Nectarines, apricots and peaches: clear signs from the produce department that summer is here. For many, the warmest season isn't complete without a fresh, juicy peach or a watermelon seed-spitting contest. But summer fruit is so much more versatile than we think. Sure, blueberries are a great snack straight from the carton, but have you ever thought of adding them to a rice side dish? Here are some unique ways to use your favorite summer fruits, along with some very good reasons to indulge.

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Blueberries: Full of vitamin C, fiber and the mineral manganese, these tiny blue powerhouses may help fight cancer. One recent study found that post-menopausal women who consumed more berries and peaches had a lower risk of developing breast cancer.

Out Of The Box: Toss fresh blueberries into a traditional chicken salad recipe. They provide a pop of sweetness that blends well with the savory, creamy texture of chicken salad.

Nectarines And Peaches: Both are good sources of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium. Nectarines are basically peaches without the fuzz, offering a different taste profile but similar nutrition. Research has shown that these fruits (referred to as stone fruits) have a compound that may help fight off diabetes and even obesity.

Out Of The Box: Grilling nectarines and peaches brings out their natural sweetness even more, and creates a decadent dessert without the calorie splurge. Just cut the fruit in half, brush on a bit of olive oil, and grill them for about 5 minutes or until browned. Drizzle with honey, top with a bit of vanilla ice cream, or simply enjoy as is!

Cherries: The bright red pigment in cherries is actually a powerful antioxidant, and cherries (especially tart cherries) have been linked to helping ease the pain in arthritis and gout, as well as preventing post-exercise muscle recovery pain.

Out Of The Box: Try making a cherry sauce to use with grilled pork or chicken: Take fresh cherries and sauté them with some shallots until they're soft. Add a tablespoon or two of red wine and about ¼ cup of broth, then simmer until sauce is reduced.

Raspberries: Nutrition-wise, these are similar to blueberries, and they boast a wide variety of phytonutrients. Recent research links raspberries to obesity prevention. The compound of interest, raspberry ketones, can be found in other fruits as well, and has admittedly been over-hyped based on one mouse study. Still, the pretty red berry offers plenty of nutrition and flavor, even if it won't melt fat away.

Out Of The Box: Freeze raspberries in ice cube trays to add a pretty touch and slight flavor to beverages like iced tea.

Plums: Like peaches and nectarines, these are also a stone fruit, and there are more than 2,000 varieties of plums. They're a good source of fiber and vitamin C, as well as other compounds that help regulate and relieve constipation.

Out Of The Box: Fruit soup can be a great way to use up summer fruit that's about to turn bad. Heat some apple juice and add chopped fresh plums and a cinnamon stick, simmering until soft. Discard the cinnamon stick, purée the mixture with a few ice cubes, then whisk in some plain yogurt. Serve chilled as an appetizer.

Watermelon: The epitome of summer fruit, watermelon is packed with the nutrient lycopene, which has been linked to lower rates of prostate cancer, as well as better eye health. Watermelon is also hydrating (as are all fresh fruits), and provides vitamins A, C and B6.

Out Of The Box: Summer salsa made with watermelon is a great way to balance the heat of traditional salsa. Combine fresh tomatoes, jalapenos, onions, cilantro, lime juice and watermelon. Add salt to taste, and refrigerate for an hour before serving to allow flavors to blend.

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Body by Serge offers training tips for summer

Serge Pretto body by Serge offers excellent training programs for people toning, stress, lose weight, muscle building and work to keep a youthful appearance.  Body by Serge has developed training calendars for each and everyone who wants to get their goals for performance, appearance and health. Customers can train at work, at home or at the gym.

Serge summer Training Tips:

1. stay away from processed foods. To get the most out of your training, is combine a healthy diet of fresh fruits, vegetables, grains and lots of water necessary to weight loss, muscle gain and appropriate cell functionality.

2. development of a based on lifestyle, diet and exercise regimen. All these areas influence each other and a plan built around your objectives, needs and schedule will maximize your results.

3. Proper and regular exercise reduces stress and improves sleep. Many people suffer from sleep problems, snoring, and sleep AIDS. Physical exercise and training these problems addressed by the body in balance and reduction of body fat.

4. lighter weights and more reps will tone your muscles while heavier weights and fewer reps will build muscle. Working with a personal trainer can people tailored for a specific routine to get faster results.

In addition, all nutrition scientists and trainers agree that the human body more than 40 different nutrients required. Depending on if the objectives of the training, nutrition is crucial.

Finally, create a diet that (of protein) amino acids, essential fatty acids (fats and oils) and energy sources (includes calories from carbohydrates, fats and proteins). Water, vitamins and minerals are of course essential. There are five main factors that are required for living organisms to survive: these are dietary minerals, and the four elements carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen and oxygen. Carbon, hydrogen and oxygen are found in fats and carbohydrates. They also found with the addition of nitrogen in proteins.

Body by Serge is looking for new customers in the New York City area.  Contact Serge, for more information go to http://mycinsay.com/c/body-by-serge/personal-trainer today.

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