Shape It Up Fitness

3 Helpful Tips to Stay on Track!

Nicole Simonin — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 05:14:21 +0000

Hope you are enjoying the lovely weather…this week is supposed to be pretty good!

We live on 7.5 acres of land and in the middle used to be dry land…we now have a duck pond in our backyard! No lie… we now have about 30 ducks living in our backyard. I told my husband if we sold the house right now we could say we have lake front property! – lol! You can check out our “lakeside” pictures at the end of the blog today.

3 Helpful Tips to Stay on Track!

Schedule your workouts

Yes, you heard right Treat this time like a meeting with your boss. A meeting you don’t want to miss! Depending on your level of fitness, you might pick 2 days to start off with or schedule in 6 days per week. Block off the time and make it high priority.

2. Prep your food and drink

The night before prep all your meals and water for the next day. This way you aren’t scrambling around in the morning for healthy foods. Chances are if you are in a rush you’ll grab the first thing you see or worse you’ll “stop off” somewhere to get food on your way to work.

3. Prep workout bag

The night before, get your workout gear in one bag and leave it by the door with your car keys attached to the bag. Better yet have an extra workout bag in your car so you never need to miss your workout appointment.

After one week, this will become a routine and will alleviate some morning stress!

Nicole Simonin

Shape It Up Fitness

609-501-0587

P.S. Join us March 20^th for our Sample Boot Camp Class! We only have 4 more spots open for this Open Class! For more info go to www.ShapeItUpFitness.com or call 609-501-0587

Our “lake” view. Normally, this is all grass

Fitness Perfection

Nicole Simonin — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 07:16:21 +0000

“Fitness Perfection”
A common comment I hear from clients (especially with all the recent snow) that they have turned to their comfort food and are ready to abandon all their fitness efforts. I find this absurd thinking and very destructive to the person’s ego. It’s like going on vacation and losing your luggage. Yeah it’s a pain in the tush but is that going to ruin your trip? No. You go buy clothes, wash them in the sink…you make the best of the situation you are given. So forgive yourself (but don’t forget) and move on. Learn from your lapse. Was there a certain trigger that made you reach for the comfort food? What can you do in the future to maneuver around this if a similar situatuon comes up? It’s not about perfection it’s about consistency. Nothing in life is perfect and neither are you (or ever will be). So if you are an all-or-nothing type of person you need to have a reality check. I am not saying to not strive for perfection but understand that they are some limitations to this. If you are five foot tall and want to be six feet tall it’s just not gonna happen (unless you wear some serious platform shoes!). When people start on their fitness goals, most of those goals are unattainable setting them up for failure. Typically, there are some strict rules made like “I am never going to eat chocolate again”. This is unrealistic if you enjoy eating chocolate. Or their goal is to do two hours a day at the gym when they work full time, commute and have family obligations. The key is to set realistic, attainable goals. They might be smaller goals like “this week I am going to do 15 minutes of exercise 5 days this week”. This is an attainable goal. Your self-esteem will not b be crushed and you will have accomplished one step towards your fitness goals.

~Nicole Simonin

Care to share a similar situation? Please leave your comments below.

Feb 9th Classes canceled due to snow

Nicole Simonin — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 22:52:50 +0000

Almost Down 50lbs!

Nicole Simonin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:16:17 +0000

Andrea - Before & After

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

I Highly Recommend Shape It Up!

Nicole Simonin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:09:13 +0000

Denise K.

“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

Nicole Simonin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:07:28 +0000

Michelle M.

“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 Simonin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:06:20 +0000

~ Renee ~

“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!

Nicole Simonin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:03:30 +0000

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

Nicole Simonin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:01:45 +0000

“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!

Nicole Simonin — Sun, 07 Feb 2010 02:00:06 +0000

“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