Almost Down 50lbs!

 

“I have lost almost 50lbs with Shape It Up Boot Camps!” ~Andrea M.

 

I Highly Recommend Shape It Up!

“I enrolled in the boot camp to get and stay in shape and also just for the experience. It was fantastic! My legs and arms are firmer, and I have extra room in my slacks. In addition, I am stronger and more energetic. My husband and I love to canoe, but I have always struggled to get my end of the canoe on top of the car. I can now lift my end up and over my head and position it top of the car without any problem! There is so much more camaraderie than in the traditional gym which Nicole encourages. 

Nicole is a fantastic instructor providing personalized attention and that extra nudge when needed. She is extremely knowledgeable in both exercise and nutrition, and willingly shares her expertise. Nicole is very diligent in making sure that everyone is exercising correctly and individually modifies exercises as needed. She makes the class fun and interesting by varying the workouts rather than following a set routine as is so often the case with other exercise programs. I never realized that a picnic table was so versatile piece of equipment! I highly recommend Nicole Simonin and Shape It Up boot camps to everyone desiring to develop or enhance a healthily lifestyle.” ~Denise K.

The Extra Push I Needed

“I chose SIU because I was looking for a way to loose my pregnancy weight and SIU private training allowed me to bring my kids along and was flexible with my schedule. The private sessions were great! I needed someone to give me that extra push that I wouldn’t get at home or in the gym.” Michelle M. 

Very Professional

“Nicole is very professional and helpful (being a mother of two herself she is very understanding). She has helped me gain energy back and to eat more healthy. The best part of the program was that I was able to bring my kids along. Not only have I benefitted from this program but my husband and kids have too. My energy is up, I am real close to my pre-pregnancy size and I feel all around better. I have worked out at gyms before but this personal training experience has been exceptional! Thank you Nicole and staff of Shape It Up!” ~ Renee A.

Soooo Worth My Time & Money!

I took class last fall and it was great – enjoyed it and saw results. I love the variety that boot camp offers and working out with a group has been very motivating.  Am much more toned and motivated to continue.  I loved working with my trainer  (much better than working out on my own). This program was sooo worth my time and money. ~Kathleen R.

Wonderful Experience

“I signed up for boot camp to get in shape and be able to bring my daughter while I workout.  I like the workouts with the hand weights and the diverse workouts at each session.  I was pushed to my maximum ability at every class.  Boot Camp has definitely gotten me motivated and back in shape after having my baby.  Working with the trainer has been a wonderful experience.  Our trainer is very knowledgeable and motivating.  I think boot camp is great!” ~Karen P.

Great Workout!

“I decided to join boot camp to lose weight and get healthy. Great workout! Class is not boring and I can bring the kids!  I have more energy now and overall better health.  Very happy with my trainer! Nicole is very knowledgeable and encouraging.   ~Danielle Glasser 

I Feel Stronger & Sexier

“12 Weeks ago I was very frustrated and uncomfortable in my own skin.  After having a baby in August, I was anxious to begin working out and losing the baby weight.  However, I didn’t know where to begin or how to motivate myself to do it.  Then a friend told me about the challenge.  I knew it was exactly what I needed to get me started. After week 1 I realized how incredibly out of shape I was. But after the class that day, I knew I didn’t want to feel like that anymore.  By week 6, I was starting to get back in the “zone”.  I started back to my fulltime job which made fitting in a workout a little more difficult, but I made sure I tried.  I noticed that the weights I had been using were getting a little lighter and moved up to the next size (8lbs!) I am able to fit back into my pre-pregnancy jeans!  After 12 weeks, I am not there yet but I  am definitely closer!  I have thoroughly enjoyed boot camp.  My friends tell me in crazy for getting up early on a Saturday morning to workout in the cold (and rain)…It was well worth it!  I can now do at least 25 (modified) push-ups in a row.  I think the first class I could do maybe 3. Nicole and the other trainers not only helped motivate me, they also pushed my further than I thought I was capable.  I feel stronger and sexier than I have in a long time.  Although, my daughter is only an infant, I think it is important to set an example of a healthy environment and hopefully she won’t have the weight issues I have struggled with my entire life. I will definitely be using this 12 week program as catalyst or the rest of my weight loss journey.  Thank you so much for all your guidance and support throughout the program.   Heidi Klincewicz (2^nd Runner Up YBB Fall 2009) 

I Am Stronger Than I Thought

“I was in a state of denial, full of excuses on why I would never lose weight, be healthier or feel better about myself.  This affected not only my body image but my confidence level in all aspects of my life. I was a “short, pudgy, little Italian” as my husband would lovingly refer to me.  I decided for myself and my children that this decision was right for me.  The Best Body Challenge was introduced to me by a friend.  I knew that this may be my last chance to change for the better or die trying.  At the 6- week point, the Best Body Challenge was intense but not as bad as week one.  As time passed, I was more motivated to go because I loved the results I was seeing and most of all how much better I was feeling overall.  I was happy to see I was starting to lose not only weight but inches from various problem parts  of my body.  Even on days I felt like giving , I kept coming because after our workouts I felt better, stronger and more motivated to see what would happen for me if I continued working hard. [After 12 weeks] I have completely surprised myself with my results.  I lost more weight and inches then I would have ever thought.  My physical and mental state are in a completely different place then they were in the beginning of this challenge.  By far, this has not been one of the easiest things I have done in my life, but it was so worth the journey.  I learned that I am stronger than I thought I was in the past.  I learned to eat better, exercise properly and never give up on yourself, even when it seems completely hopeless.  The discomfort, pain and tears are well worth the results that come of them.  I look forward to continuing my new nutrition and exercise program.  As for the future, I see myself moving forward and feeling better about myself, my body and my body image.  The future looks so much brighter than it did 12 weeks ago.  I have met some great people, both fellow students and especially Nicole  and her staff. I could not thank them more, for all their extraordinary effort.  The words to thank them don’t exist as much as they have done for me.  Their positive attitude is infectious.  Thanks for never giving up on me and helping get closer to my ultimate weight and life goals for myself and my family.    Melissa Corson (1^st Runner Up YBB Fall 2009) 

I Found Something That Works!

“Twelve weeks ago, I was asked by my good friend Tammy to join with her in the Your Best Body Challenge. I was feeling stressed out and flabby. After three kids, I didn’t feel attractive anymore. I avoided outfits that were too tight and showed my pooch (stomach). I really didn’t exercise often, I think it was because I wasn’t motivated to. I joined the Best Body Challenge to tone up some of my body and to see if I could get under 150lbs (a personal goal of mine – which I’ve struggled with for a year). After 6 weeks in the challenge, I felt great, it hurt a lot but Iike they say “no pain, no gain”. I never doubted myself. Once motivated I knew I would keep going if I kept pushing myself. I was seeing a lot of results. My weight came down a lot! And I felt less stressed and full of energy. What kept me going was that it was working…I found something that works. For once in seven years, I had hope that I could get close to wearing the jeans I wore before I had kids!! After 12 weeks, I have achieved a lot of results (to me they are personal goals). I have lost weight and inches everywhere. I went down in the chest size as well as pants size. My thighs are more toned and my pooch is smaller. My hips and waist are thinned down. And I feel amazing. I feel attractive again and have fun trying on clothes. I am not so insecure anymore! This challenge really helped me change my perspective on life – that you can change things if you really want too. I’m glad I stuck with this through the end, and will continue to do it in the spring or summer. I also want to thank Nicole and all the trainers for their time and dedication to train all of us. I hope to see you all in the next Best Body Challenge.   Nicole Slusarski (Grand Prize Winner of the YBB Fall 2009) 

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