Longevity Fitness Club & Spa

Boot camp trainer becomes the client

2010-06-05T16:43:00.001-07:00

Have you seen the Hair Club For Men commercials where the spokesman says â€œIâ€™m not just the president, Iâ€™m a clientâ€. Well, 8 weeks ago my husband and I were planning a whole new boot camp experience, called BCx. As we began to map out the program, I decided I wanted to experience boot camp as a client and not a trainer.

After a busy season, although my workouts still existed, I lost my drive and focus. Like many people, I was just going through the motions. Then my mom and dad both decided to do the program so I convinced my best friend, and workout partner, to join us. The decision was made! I was about to commit to 8 weeks of boot camp.

I have to admit I was a little nervous. Although I live a pretty public life, I am private about some things. Iâ€™m also not the most coordinated person in the world so Iâ€™ve never been one to take group exercise classes. Putting pride and fear aside, I did it anyway â€“ and what a great experience!

Over the last 6 weeks Iâ€™ve been able to experience the benefits of the boot camp firsthand. Although everyone does boot camp for a different reason, it has a certain value to each individual. Some do it for social reasons, others do it for fast results, many do it for accountability and a few just like the challenge.

While driving to boot camp one morning, I thought to myself, â€œwhat would I do without boot camp?â€ Since I am in the 6:30am class, I can tell you very quickly what Iâ€™d be doing â€“ sleeping! I donâ€™t like waking up before 7:00am - and now Iâ€™m waking up at 4:30-5:30 every morning and loving it.

Another benefit Iâ€™ve discovered is balance. If it were up to me, I would just lift weights. Although I do run, I hate cardio and hate yoga even more. Since the current program incorporates several different types of training, it has forced me to do things I would never do on my own. Itâ€™s only natural to avoid things you arenâ€™t good at and focus on your strong areas, but this leads to a very imbalanced body. Being a part of a program like this has taken me out of my comfort zone - and although I donâ€™t like yoga, I know my body needs it desperately.

In addition, itâ€™s helped me make time for myself. I tend to put work and tasks ahead of my training, eating, and pretty much anything else. Boot camp has helped me manage my time and prioritize. If it werenâ€™t for the set times I signed up for, I would have procrastinated the day away, squeezing in workouts at the last minute Now, I get my workouts out of the way, rest better, have more energy, and am enjoying the fast results â€“ not to mention the time with the members.

As a fitness professional, itâ€™ easy for people to think I just love working out and dieting, but thatâ€™s not the case. Working out is always a chore for me. Dieting is a lifestyle, but Iâ€™ll always prefer a burger and fries. Iâ€™m doing boot camp because I know I need it, just like anyone else â€“ and Iâ€™m hooked.

Being told what to eat isn't the answer to weight loss

2010-06-05T12:17:00.001-07:00

Most people are overwhelmed when it comes to dieting. So much so, many would just prefer to be told what to do. Thatâ€™s why diets are so tempting. Regimented diets tell you what to eat so you donâ€™t have to think.

I refer to this type of step-by-step diet program as the â€œABC Dietâ€. This is when a diet program gives you a list of things you can and cannot eat. At first, this seems like the logical plan, but eventually the limited selection gets old.

Let use my favorite analogy - money. Letâ€™s say I gave you $500 for a shopping spree for clothes and I told you exactly what to buy in order to stay within your budget. That sounds perfect until you realize Iâ€™m sending you to the local discount clothing mart.

Although you are not too excited about shopping for your new wardrobe at the savings mart, you go anyway. The styles on the list arenâ€™t your favorite, but you suck it up and stick to the plan.

The problem arises when one day you find yourself in a nice mall looking at all the beautiful clothes that arenâ€™t on your list. Suddenly you feel deprived so you decide to splurge. After buying the greatest outfit, you realize how unsatisfied you are with your discount clothes. You decide the strict shopping rules arenâ€™t for you.

Do you see the parallel? This is why ABC Diets donâ€™t always work. The emphasis is often on what you can and cannot eat instead of the actual budget, when the budget is what makes any ABC Diet Plan successful.

Letâ€™s go back to the analogy. What if I didnâ€™t give you a list of things to buy but just gave you a budget. You could shop anywhere you wanted and buy all the styles you liked â€“ I even bet youâ€™d get some great deals too! This is exactly how you should look at dieting.

Start with using the same caloric budget as most ABC Diet Plans - 1200 calories for women and 1500 calories for men. Next, find foods that fit your budget. Just like you compare prices, you need to compare calories. Lastly, shop for quality foods. The same way quality fabrics last longer, quality foods keep you fueled longer â€“ which means one very satisfied dieter.

Dieting, like shopping on a budget, takes a little work. However, with a little education and research you can find delicious foods that meet your caloric budget and satisfy your taste buds.

2010-06-02T08:30:00.001-07:00

Steve had a great interview with just finished steve's interview w/ the ABC affiliate for the bridal bootcamp premiere on VH1.

2010-06-01T03:59:00.001-07:00

loves waking up to a cup o' joe & a morning run with my Steve! What a great way to wake up!!!!

2010-05-31T17:22:00.001-07:00

loves productive weekends! Clean closets, clean cabinets, clean email inbox....oh my! Now gotta get ready for the Premiere June 9! Yahoo!

2010-05-31T10:38:00.001-07:00

Is going to Bedazzled's memorial day sale! Yahooo!

2010-05-31T08:10:00.001-07:00

BCx -Check, Run -Check, Grocery Shop -Check, Clean Fridge -Check, Do Laundry -Check, Sweep/Mop -Check, Relax...starting on that NOW!!!!!!!!!

2010-05-31T08:02:00.001-07:00

I'll clarify that...that's DOUBLE the protein than other fat free yogurts. (Chobani Greek Yogurt - 140 cal, 14gm protein, 21g carbs, 0 Fat)

2010-05-31T08:00:00.001-07:00

loves Chobani Greek Non-Fat Pomegranate Yogurt!! 140 cal, 14gm protein, 21g carbs, 0 Fat. That's DOUBLE the protein! :)))

2010-05-31T05:05:00.001-07:00

Kicked the morning off with BCx and running the bridges! What a perfect way to start the day off! Now i'm ready for some fun!

2010-05-31T02:05:00.001-07:00

TIP OF THE DAY: If we just "DID IT" we wouldn't waste so much time contemplating & complaining. Get-r-done and move on! This means ME!

2010-05-30T16:46:00.001-07:00

is having anxiety about the long weekend getting shorter and shorter. Can we press rewind and have a do-over?

2010-05-29T21:48:00.001-07:00

It's shuga time!!!!

2010-05-29T20:18:00.001-07:00

It isn't a UFC fight night if someone isn't measuring their reach. Haha. Steve has a 72" reach. I'm up next!

2010-05-29T20:09:00.001-07:00

is excited for Jason Brilz. What a great fight. Although he lost, tonight will change his life forever. What heart and a positive attitude!

2010-05-28T14:19:00.001-07:00

Tune in to ET tonight for news on Bridal Bootcamp. ...also heard it was on The Inside Edition. :)

2010-05-28T07:00:00.001-07:00

79 VIP Premiere tickets sold. Only VIP 31 tickets left. 2 WEEKS LEFT! You can call 772-778-6800 & reserve them by phone.

2010-05-28T06:58:00.001-07:00

What topics would YOU like to hear about if I had my OWN Talk Show? Inquiring minds wanna know! :)

2010-05-26T13:59:00.001-07:00

H-U-N-G-R-Y ...and need groceries but there is NO WAY I'm going to the grocery store hungry! Baaaad idea. Going home to eat healthy!

2010-05-20T04:13:00.001-07:00

TODAY'S THE DAY!! VH1'S BRIDAL BOOTCAMP OFFICIALLY HITS THE PRESS. CONGRATS STEVE!

2010-05-19T11:29:00.001-07:00

is getting really excited about the premiere! Press release hits tomorrow. Call 772-778-6800 to reserve your tickets by phone.

2010-05-19T04:03:00.001-07:00

is about to start the next 4 weeks of BCx - Extreme Boot Camp at Longevity & Max Fitness. Learn more at www.longevityclubs.com

2010-05-14T03:37:00.001-07:00

Steve Pfiester: BCx trainer... You hate to love him and you love to hate him. Haha.

2010-05-14T03:31:00.001-07:00

Have u ever had a travel cup with a leak in it enough to make u think it's not there but enough to drip down your shirt with every sip?

2010-05-12T15:31:00.001-07:00

More Bridal Bootcamp Scoop: The show will air Wednesday nights at 10pm starting June 9th. The official press release hits Friday!! Yahoo!

2010-05-11T14:46:00.001-07:00

Do I have arms? I can't feel them. BCx killed them yesterday.

2010-05-09T04:56:00.001-07:00

Happy Mother's Day Mom!! I love you SO much and am SO proud to call you mom. Thank you for all you have sacrificed for me!!

2010-04-29T08:16:00.001-07:00

BXc Yoga Rocked!! Amazing how holding a few simple postures can make your muscles burn so bad and make you sweat like a pig!! Whew!

2010-04-29T05:49:00.001-07:00

Headed to BCx yoga at the max!

2010-04-28T13:49:00.001-07:00

REMINDER: BCx Yoga tomorrow at 5:30am at Longevity OR 8am, 9am, 5:30pm pr 6:30pm at The Max! Bring your mat! :)

2010-04-28T13:46:00.001-07:00

April 28th: BCx Reminders http://ping.fm/r4vG9

2010-04-28T03:30:00.001-07:00

Time for BCx! Shoulder day! Yeehaw!

2010-04-27T14:54:00.001-07:00

GET APRIL 27TH CLUB NEWS! http://ping.fm/5jTBW

2010-04-27T14:53:00.001-07:00

CLUB NEWS - APRIL 27TH! Member news, tips, updates & more: http://tinyurl.com/28j723n

2010-04-27T14:27:00.001-07:00

CLUB NEWS - APRIL 27TH! http://ping.fm/6vnWD

2010-04-27T11:31:00.001-07:00

Join our Boot Camp Forum - get tips, share info, get BCx news, and more! http://ping.fm/cASfl

2010-04-27T11:23:00.001-07:00

it's not too late to enroll in BCx - we still have peeps enrolling this week. Shoulders & Arms tomorrow. Yipeeee!

2010-04-25T14:44:00.001-07:00

Are you ready for BCx tomorrow?? Who's going to be in the 6:30am class with me?

2010-04-24T19:31:00.001-07:00

Night Night everyone!! What a great weekend!! Relay for Life...BCx!! Wow!! I'm going to sleep gooooood tonight!! :)

2010-04-24T10:54:00.001-07:00

Wow! What a great BCx kickoff! What an honor to have so many in our program. We are so excited!! Time to begin YOUR success story!! Go BCx!

2010-04-23T10:51:00.001-07:00

Attention BCx peeps: BRING A MAT tomorrow! Mats, towel, water and your A-Game! :)

2010-04-23T06:33:00.001-07:00

FREE MEMBERSHIP! 2 Locations includes FREE childcare & classes! CLICK HERE to get started! www.longevityclubs.com/VIP.html

2010-04-23T05:27:00.001-07:00

Relay for Life tonight at 6PM: Join our TRANSFORMERS team. Facepainting, Food & Fun! Optimus Prime is going to be there! $9,073 Raised!

2010-04-22T08:05:00.001-07:00

FREE GYM MEMBERSHIP: Click HERE to register for a FREE 7-Day Free Trial to Max Fitness or Longevity, Vero Beach: http://tinyurl.com/29ejblk

2010-04-22T03:57:00.001-07:00

LOVE THIS: "Unhappiness comes from mirrors. Happiness comes from windows." If you want to be miserable, look at yourself first.

2010-04-21T14:40:00.001-07:00

Funny how some days you just feel like everything would be ok if u had your mommie.

2010-04-21T14:39:00.001-07:00

Funny h

2010-04-21T08:55:00.001-07:00

SPECIAL BCx BOOT CAMP BULLETIN: http://tinyurl.com/yyfjd4a

2010-04-21T08:52:00.001-07:00

2 DAYS LEFT TO GET BCx REGISTRATION FORMS & DEPOSIT IN! Get it, print it, send it! Boot Camp X at LongevityClubs.com

2010-04-19T09:07:00.001-07:00

ONE WEEK LEFT to enroll in BCx, our newest 8-week Boot Camp! Check it out! www.longevityclubs.com

2010-04-19T08:48:00.001-07:00

5 Effective Fitness Trends for 2010: http://tinyurl.com/y34ox3s

2010-04-16T14:39:00.001-07:00

Don't forget to cone out for longevity's garage sale and car wash for relay for life tomorrow 8am-noon!! ALL proceeds benefit ASC!

2010-04-16T14:38:00.001-07:00

Is heading to costa d' este for out boot camp retreat! Join us outside by the pool tonight and on the beach for boot camp at 7am!

2010-04-16T09:37:00.001-07:00

JOIN US tomorrow morning at Costa d' Este at 7AM for Boot Camp on the beach!

2010-04-15T13:36:00.001-07:00

SIGN-UP FOR CLUB & BOOT CAMP NEWS: http://tinyurl.com/y5gdct3

2010-04-14T21:05:00.001-07:00

Extreme Treadmill Workout Tips: http://ping.fm/NRF31

2010-04-14T07:34:00.001-07:00

Check this CRAZY UPPER BODY WORKOUT on the TREADMILL! http://ping.fm/5VQfb

2010-04-12T19:30:00.001-07:00

EXTREME TREADMILL WORKOUT: 5 EXERCISES FOR THE BUTT & HAMSTRINGS - all with the treadmill at 1.0mph! http://ping.fm/2fWaQ

2010-04-12T10:08:00.001-07:00

8 Simple Butt & Leg exercises using a Treadmill at 1.0mph. FEEL THE BURN! http://ping.fm/72yrj

2010-04-11T16:07:00.001-07:00

DIETERS FEED THE POOR! Clean out your pantry to get ready for Boot Camp & we'll give it to the poor. www.longevityclubs.com

2010-04-08T14:11:00.001-07:00

Help! I'm having computer issues and it's the final day to vote for Longevity. VOTE & SHARE: http://tinyurl.com/ylg447x THANK YOU!!!

2010-04-08T10:14:00.001-07:00

LAST DAY TO VOTE FOR LONGEVITY CLUBS A BEST CLUB. Please Vote: http://ping.fm/JNKea

2010-04-08T04:56:00.001-07:00

FINAL DAY to vote for our gym as BEST GYM! Your vote could make us #1 - it's a CLOSE RACE for 1st! VOTE: http://tinyurl.com/ylg447x

2010-04-05T22:35:00.001-07:00

oh how I wish I could sleeeeeep!! I've got boot camp on the brain! www.longevityclubs.com

2010-04-05T13:02:00.001-07:00

LAST WEEK to help us WIN Fox 29's Best Gym in the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast contest. Let me know if you vote! http://tinyurl.com/ylg447x

2010-04-05T07:39:00.001-07:00

Trade FLAB for ABS! 6 Tips to get a six-pack: http://tinyurl.com/yzlco65

2010-04-03T07:26:00.001-07:00

What a awesome day!!

2010-04-02T04:41:00.001-07:00

Looking forward to Calvary Chapel's Good Friday service at Riverside Park today at noon!

2010-04-01T06:22:00.001-07:00

OH MY GOSH! YOUR VOTES ARE WORKING! We're now only 1% away from #1 GYM! Keep voting & reposting! YOU ROCK! http://tinyurl.com/ylg447x

2010-03-30T15:26:00.001-07:00

If texting on an iPhone made music I would be quite the musician. I've got skillz. Ha!

2010-03-29T15:10:00.001-07:00

is hosting a cart for the Shopping Cart Parade & Food Drive. Bring your non-perishables to either club to donate! ENDS APRIL 17TH.

2010-03-17T07:28:00.001-07:00

Read 5 Waist-Trimming Diet Tips: http://tinyurl.com/ydy49a5 - Get more diet & exercise tips at www.bonniepfiester.com.

2010-03-16T06:34:00.001-07:00

Diamonds are formed from ugly rocks under great pressure. The pressures of life can cause us to transform into something strong & beautiful.

2010-03-15T13:29:00.001-07:00

"Others will not care how much we know until they know how much we care." Thanks Nanny for passing down such great words of wisdom!

2010-03-15T07:05:00.001-07:00

I'm loving these new skin care products I got from John Treadwell! Look forward to having you at longevity next Monday!

2010-03-15T06:02:00.001-07:00

My body thinks it's 8, I'm wishing it was 8 and mad that's it's already 9. Maybe I'll set my clock back to 8 just to make me feel better. ha

2010-03-14T06:36:00.001-07:00

was getting ready for the 9am service until Steve realized it was 9:15, not 8:15. Looks like we'll be going to the 11! Dang time change! ha!

2010-03-12T15:46:00.001-08:00

I am amazed how may people think the solution to friendship issues is deleting them from their facebbok, myspace or whatever. Hmmmm

2010-03-05T08:43:00.001-08:00

BIG thanks to Jane Lindsey for the great article on our About Face Boot Camp Retreats, front page of the PJ!!! http://tinyurl.com/y9u2bau

2010-03-04T07:21:00.001-08:00

My butt and hamstrings are so sorry I am walking like a cripple.

2010-03-03T04:44:00.001-08:00

Food should be the fuel that helps us reach our destination, not a distraction that pulls us off course. Eat for fuel first, taste second.

2010-03-02T18:44:00.001-08:00

Vote to keep our gym to be #1 in our area. http://tinyurl.com/create.php THANK YOU!!!

2010-03-02T06:26:00.001-08:00

We must get to a point where we love feeling fit MORE than we love the taste of food. The temporary pleasure can have lasting affects.

2010-02-24T17:51:00.001-08:00

BORED? Take a sec to vote for our clubs! Let me know if you vote!! I'll wanna big you a big THANK U! http://tinyurl.com/ylg447x

2010-02-24T16:16:00.001-08:00

Wow! The clubs are ROCKING!! Way to go Longevity & Max!! Welcome new members!!!

2010-02-17T10:15:00.001-08:00

I voted for Longevity Fitness Club & Spa, on the Best of the Palm Beaches and Treasure Coast. Help make them #1: http://bit.ly/a6WvFI

2010-02-10T05:39:00.001-08:00

Support the American Cancer Society! Join our Longevity Relay for Life Team or Donate - every penny counts! http://tinyurl.com/yg5m9d7

2010-02-09T06:14:00.001-08:00

When I think my life is challenging, I meet someone with more responsibility & less opportunity & watch them succeed. No more excuses!

2010-02-07T09:00:00.001-08:00

Come walk with me at Relay for Life April 23rd! Visit this link to register for our team: http://tinyurl.com/yg5m9d7

2010-02-01T17:02:00.001-08:00

A BIG THANK YOU to all our Longevity staff and members who came out this weekend to the fitness expo! Expo pics: http://tinyurl.com/yjetl4p

2010-01-21T04:24:00.001-08:00

Have you ever wondered how much protein, carbs & fat should be in a meal or snack?
Get the answers here! http://tinyurl.com/y9m6rys

2010-01-20T13:38:00.001-08:00

People who don't have joy try to steal it from others. If you just asked me where I got mine I'd tell you & then we both could have it.

2010-01-14T17:44:00.001-08:00

Is SO excited about this boot camp!!! www.longevityclubs.com

2009-12-16T19:37:00.001-08:00

Tis the season to overeat.. Fa la la la la la la la la ...Fat, fat, fat fat, fat fat fat fat. :)

Protein Shake Recipes

2009-12-05T18:10:00.000-08:00

Seems like a lot of people more ideas for protein shakes. Share your favorite recipe, tips or favorite brand of protein powder ...or try one of our blogger's favorite shakes! Happy Supplementing!!

Low-Calorie Food & Snacks

2009-12-02T12:45:00.000-08:00

One of the hardest things is finding snacks and foods that aren't too high in calories. Here's where you come in. Share your favorite snacks and tricks to help you get through the day. The more input the better!

Diet & Fitness Q&A

2009-11-30T08:47:00.000-08:00

I want to encourage everyone to ask questions publicly. Most of the time someone else has the same question! Feel free to not only ask questions, but to pitch in your own tips that have helped you! This is where we come together and encourage one another.

2009-11-16T16:05:00.001-08:00

I can 'want' to be skinny, 'want' a better marriage, 'want' to be more loving - I can want it all day & not improve anything. Start doing.

2009-10-21T07:08:00.001-07:00

2 hours and 50 emails down, 649 emails to go....Really? Do I HAVE to???

2009-10-20T07:54:00.001-07:00

GOT MILK? Does it go bad before you finish it? Try Simply Smart by Hood-MORE protein, MORE Calcium, FAT-FREE & LONGER shelf life!