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Make Your New Years Resolutions Permanent This Year

Girlwithnoname — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 18:00:35 +0000

Yay!! We got through the holiday mania relatively unscathed, I trust?

On to the next big thing before life gets back to normal: New Years Eve celebrations!

Have you got your New Years Resolutions figured out?

Planning to make some changes to yourself for the better this year?

I think most of us are.

But wait! Have you made THESE particular resolutions before?

Yes?

Then WHY are you making them again THIS year?

Couldn’t make them stick last year?

Trust me, you’re not alone.

FITNESS GOALS ARE TOUGH TO KEEP.

The reason is because if you consider them a “phase” (and most people do) that you’ll go through until you reach your goal, then wind up going back to all your old habits, of course you’ll wind up right back where you started:

Frustrated next December, making the same resolutions yet AGAIN!

Getting fit and healthy, looking better and feeling better, really does require a lifestyle and mindset SHIFT.

But how do you make that happen for yourself?

There ARE answers …

Get the right tools to make sure these things become a PERMANENT REALITY for yourself this year:

Get someone on your side to help you get there. I’m on YOUR side. It’s what I do.

Listen, I know the whole “get in better shape” thing is confusing.

Hey, I’ve BEEN THERE! I’ve lived it. I’ve figured it out. And, I’ve maintained it … for YEARS now!

The bottom line is: I know how to do it, I know what it takes, and I can make the whole thing make sense for you.

And we’ll have FUN doing it!

Make those New Years Resolutions STICK this year.

A fabulous new you for 2011 really can be a reality!

Get the tools you need to make this happen for yourself. Get a COACH!

LEARN MORE & SIGN UP HERE ==> ONLINE FITNESS COACHING

But hurry up and get in there cuz I only have so much time in a day and right now I only have a couple of slots open.

The reality is, once New Years hits I know my empty slots are going to fill up fast.

Once those are full I’ll be booked solid again, and I’ll be taking waiting list applicants only. And I don’t want you to miss grabbing one before it’s TOO LATE.

So head in here now and get yourself signed up ==> ONLINE FITNESS COACHING

I’m looking forward to helping YOU kick those New Years Resolutions to the curb this year …

… ONCE AND FOR ALL.

Have a fit, fun and fantastic day.
Girlwithnoname

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What Does Working With a Personal Trainer Really MEAN?

Girlwithnoname — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 18:00:13 +0000

This is a GUEST POST by Karen Gurney about what working with HER Personal Trainer means to her (and, ahem … in case you didn’t already know: Karen’s Personal Trainer is … umm … ME!)

Thanks Karen. It means a lot to me to know that this is what I mean to you!

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My Trainer Has Me Figured Out

During my second set of tricep kickbacks, I noticed my trainer, Jackie, shifting slightly. I couldn’t see her face, but I knew what she was thinking: “That looks like it’s getting too easy.”

I tried to show some convincing strain on my face but it’s always too late. She just knows me like that.

Over the past few months, we have learned a lot about each other. Aside from the fact that she knows all about my puppy and the time I ran out of gas on the Coquihalla Freeway, and I’ve heard all about her ‘upstairs neighbour ordeal’, she knows when to mix things up.

I would not be able to push myself like she does.

Through years of trying to win the battle of the bulge, I have tried many exercise programs: Bootcamp, cardio classes, magazine articles, video tapes, etc.

All of them got me some results and are better than nothing, but none of these things could give me the success that I have had with my trainer because each one lacked the accountability of a personal relationship.

Building a relationship with my trainer is more than just her pushing me harder. It is celebrating successes, encouraging during a set-back, teaching new skills, and swapping some great meal ideas.

We are a team.

Here are some tips on how to make the most out of your relationship with your trainer:

- Respect her/ his time: Sure, you paid for the time, but your trainer is busy and may not be able to show you everything they planned if your time is cut short.

- Be honest: The workouts are for YOU, so if you cheat or slack off, not only will your trainer be able to tell, but you are only getting what you put into it.

- Ask questions: Your trainer probably knows why you aren’t feeling an exercise where you are supposed to.

- Be open: Her suggestion to try something you didn’t think you could do may surprise you!

My “weekly beatings” with Jackie have been worth it.

I have lost 20 lbs since we started and all my friends have coveted front row seats to my “Gun Show”.

Building a good relationship with your trainer is super rewarding and at the end of the day you will feel great and have a friend, too.

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If you’re also interested in working with me to achieve YOUR fitness or weight-loss goals, check out my Online Fitness Coaching page.

It doesn’t matter where you live in this world (Vancouver or elsewhere), with Online Fitness Coaching or in-person Personal Training, I CAN help you realize your goals.

Just put your name in the box at the bottom of the Online Fitness Coaching page to get in touch with me and get the ball rolling.

There’s no better time to take the first step than NOW, right?

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Thanks again to Karen Gurney who has honoured and flattered me with this GUEST POST (as well as providing some terrific tips about working with your Personal Trainer).

Please feel free to check Karen out at her blog Wine Bard or hit her up on Twitter where she tweets under the handle @winebard.

If you are interested in providing a guest post here on Girlwithnoname.com, please get in touch with me through the Contact Tab and let’s see if we fit!

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Have a fit, fun and fantastic day.
Girlwithnoname

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Summer Is Coming! Get Your Fitness On!!

Girlwithnoname — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 21:42:44 +0000

Hey Everyone!! We made it! It’s Friday! The weekend is upon us (and a damn nice one in Vancouver, may I add!)

I got a little worried that I’m still experiencing some lower back stiffness since my Kettlebell Training last weekend, so I started analyzing my posture and hamstrings, wondering if I had lordosis or some other issue that might be slowing down the recovery of my DOMS in this area.

Check it out:

So, if you’re not ready for Summer yet, check out the banner at the top of this page and hit me up on my Online Fitness Coaching Page. I know how to get you there so let’s get busy, shall we?

Workout Song of the Day!

Just to get us in the mood for Summer, here’s a little throw-back to the past!! This is a great cardio song that ALWAYS makes me think of Summer.

Surfaris – Wipe Out

Don’t forget, if it makes you think of Summer and you want it for your own Cardio Collection just click on the Buy Button on the Player Widget and Amazon takes care of the rest. You’ll be sweating with the Surfaris on your very next workout.

Have a fit, fun and fantastic day.
Girlwithnoname

Power Tools Fitness Coaching (and stuff)

Girlwithnoname — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 22:25:40 +0000

Hey everyone. Are you even close to being ready for the holidays? They’re coming up soon!!

Exciting stuff coming up soon!! Gee, where do I start??

I’ve scheduled an interview with Underground Strength Coach Zach Even-Esh in a couple of days that I’m very excited about.

Zach is THE ‘go-to guy’ for kicking butt and taking names without stepping foot into a commercial gym. Never mind that this guy has “mind-set” all sewn up too. You really do not want to miss this interview.

Plus, I’ve added a new service to my Online Fitness Coaching Family that I’m calling “Power Tools Email Fitness Coaching“.

If you’re looking for affordable, ongoing and unlimited support, this might be just what you’re looking for.

Here’s the link for the interview page to listen in live with me and Zach on Thursday at 1pm EST:

Zach Even-Esh Interview

And if you aren’t sure who Zach is, then check out his Underground Strength Manual here.

…and don’t worry if you can’t make the live event. After we’re done, I’ll be loading up the replay here to play for all eternity, so you can catch it any time you want (or download it and keep it for future reference)!

If you’re interested in checking out my Power Tools Email Coaching Service, just head over to my Power Tools Email Fitness Coaching page to learn more!

… and as suspected, we’re ending this post with another awesome Workout Song of the Day.

No tie in today, but DAMN!! It kicks a$$ for being one of the best weight training songs in my repertoire!! Give ‘er Eric!!!!

Enjoy!

DEREK AND THE DOMINOS – Layla

Don’t forget, if you love it, go get it. Click the Buy button on Amazon and they’ll set you up in no time flat.

That’s it for today. See ya soon!

Have a fit, fun and fantastic day!
Girlwithnoname

Hillsprints, Energy and Coaching, Oh My!

Girlwithnoname — Fri, 27 Nov 2009 01:12:08 +0000

Hey Everyone!! Welcome back.

First things first:

One more HUGE thank you to the GREAT Tom Venuto, author of Burn The Fat Feed The Muscle for letting me interview him in my last post, aptly titled: “Interview with Tom Venuto, author of Burn The Fat Feed The Muscle”!! (hey, I never said originality was my strong suit!!)

What an awesome experience it was to tap into that guy’s head.

He’s got so much knowledge in the health and fitness fields, I could have talked to him all day (but that would have been one heckuva a long video so I had to restrain myself!! ha)

Anyway, today I got some hillsprints done and had an interesting encounter with a stranger in the process!!

Funny how the little things in life can make you smile and give you a burst of energy.

And, like I mentioned, a conversation with a client today made me realize you guys might not be aware that my Online Fitness Coaching service (see top of page for awesome banner!) is a PERSONALIZED service.

What it is NOT is a template that is the same for everyone, or an assistant that deals with you and sticks stuff under my nose when I need to see it.

It’s the REAL ME working with YOU directly. Just sayin’…

…so if you’ve got some fitness goals you’re experiencing difficulty achieving, go check it out and let’s do ‘er up right!!

And as always, here’s today’s Workout Song of the Day.

This one should make you laugh… it makes ME laugh (even though it’s title warns me NOT to…) and it makes me run just a little faster… cuz its FUN… and because it has a good beat that gives me energy.

WINX – Don’t Laugh

Don’t forget, if it made you laugh and you want it for your own ‘good cardio tunes’ collection, head over to Amazon right now and check it out … literally!!

(ha ha, get it? you have to hit the ‘check out’ when you buy it? funny right?)…

**insert sound of crickets chirping**

Um… so, guess not! LOL

ANYYYYWAYYYYYYY, it’s fast, and it’s cheap and you’ll be sweating and laughing at the same time … in no time!

(jeez, I’m having a weird day today! hee hee)

That’s it for today everyone. Thanks for being here and we’ll see you again, very soon!!!!

Have a fit, fun and fantastic day.
Girlwithnoname

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Computers, New Programs and Coaching, Oh My!

Girlwithnoname — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 02:58:31 +0000

Hey everyone… how’s it going? Summer’s back in Vancouver and I’m racing to the beach for an unexpected hot sunny beach day!! Yippeeeeeee!!!

But, before I head out I thought I’d better catch you up on me a bit. Been super busy with a lot of computer work on a new venture I can’t wait to show you guys (soon… soon… very soon!!), as well as doing a whole bunch of training with clients, both offline here in Vancouver as well as online. If you’re new here and haven’t checked out that banner at the top of the page yet, I invite you to pop in there and check out what I’ve got on offer on my Online Fitness Coaching page! Would love to hear from you.

I’ve changed up my routine again and finally… its OFFICIAL!! I can now chest press my 35lb dumbbells!! Woo Hoo!!! It only took me months to be able to get those babies up 3 sets in a row, for all my reps!! I’m very proud of myself!

…and finally… what’s going on with my computer that’s never worked right since I bought it in April? Don’t get me started… but feel free to check out my latest diatribe below!!

Oh, and today’s Workout Song of the Day has been chosen in honour of the (damn) computer. The thing is Trash, and I want HP to replace it. Seriously. Do not ever buy an HP… you’ll regret it. I know I will never, ever buy another HP. Not so much because the computer is garbage but because while their service is fine… the guy is polite and trying to be helpful, although failing miserably), their PROBLEM RESOLUTION procedures suck like nobody’s business…

So, because the computer is Trash, here’s a SONG called “Trash”… its a great song for weight training OR cardio… it’s full of angst and has a great beat too… enjoy!!

THE WHIP – Trash

Don’t forget, if you love it you can buy it fast by clicking on the “Buy” button on the player widget above.

That’s it for today. Let’s keep our fingers crossed for just… one… more… beach… day… tomorrow!! eeeeeeee!!!! A girl can hope, can’t she??

See ya soon!
Girlwithnoname

Busting Out A New Service

Girlwithnoname — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 21:55:36 +0000

Hi everyone. Well, I’m taking the plunge. That’s right. Online Fitness Coaching from me, Girlwithnoname!

But first, a quick catch up on what the heck has been keeping me away so long… some major frustration for me these days, let me tell you… Plus I chat quickly about today’s bout with HIIT (high intensity interval training), and the challenge I’m facing tomorrow with getting my weights routine done. Life just doesn’t get easier does it? LOL

Here I am:

Also, just so you guys know… that awesome banner at the top of my page publicizing my new Online Fitness Coaching Service? Designed by one Mr. Jarret Cade, twitter tweeter extraordinaire and all around helpful guy!!! He did a rocking job of the design didn’t he? If you’re looking for some great design work for your own site, feel free to contact him on Twitter at @jarret or via email at jarret@jarretcade.net and let him know you saw my banner and high recommendations! He’ll take good care of ya!

and finally, here’s today’s Workout Song of the Day…as always I’m being a smartypants trying to keep the song tied as closely as possible to the theme of the post. Seeing as I’m breaking out some new NEWS about my new Online Fitness Coaching Service, I figured a song called “The News” would be very fitting. Am I right? LOL. This one is great for Cardio cuz it has a great beat.. and bonus, it has a little of the old Clash vibe to it … gee, I wonder why seeing as its Mick Jones’ new band!! (hey, for anyone that doesn’t know who the Clash is go find out and do yourself a huge favour).

CARBON SILICON – The News

Don’t forget, if ya love it as much as I do and want to get it for yourself, you can click on the ‘BUY’ button on the sample player and you’ll click right through to Amazon to grab it.

That’s it for today!! Happy Monday, have a grrrrrrrrreat week!!
Girlwithnoname