Monday, May 26, 2008

Adventure Boot Camp's Big Give 2008!

Greetings!

I have some very exciting news to share with all of you...

Ahwatukee Adventure Boot Camp has teamed up with 8 Phoenix Area Adventure Boot Camps and Communities in Schools Arizona (CISA) to host a fundraising charity event. We will be conducting the World’s Largest Fitness Boot Camp (we are attempting to get Guinness World Records to certify the event) at University of Phoenix Stadium!

Proceeds from this event will help to rebuild playgrounds and physical education programs for children in the Phoenix area. As well as raise awareness on the importance of embracing an active lifestyle at any age.

Come join us for this exciting opportunity to participate in the World’s Largest Boot Camp and help area children to adopt a healthy lifestyle at an early age.

What: Adventure Boot Camp’s Big Give 2008
Where: University of Phoenix Stadium
When: Saturday, June 21st 8:00am-10:00am
Why: Raise money to rebuild/refurbish playgrounds and exercise/physical education programs for Phoenix area children.

Register Online Today! http://www.adventurebootcampaz.com/

Ways that you help and participate in this Amazing Event:

1. Visit www.adventurebootcampaz.com to register for a fun one-day Boot Camp and make a donation.

2. If you can’t attend the Boot Camp you can still help by visiting our site to make a “No Sweat” Donation

3. Form a team of co-workers, friends and family and share in this unique experience together. Any current Ahwatukee camper who forms the largest team will win a free 4-week boot camp session at a Ahwatukee location! (We are updating the site to be able to set up teams).

4. Have your Company become a corporate sponsor!
Forward the contact information of your company contact to:
Jasson Pilcher at: jasson@anthemboootcamp.com (623) 694-3799
Jodi Norton at: jodi@cavecreekbootcamp.com (602) 326-5670
Susan Saylor at: susan.buckeye@yahoo.com (602) 526-1200
Nikola Moody at: nikola@goodyearbootcamp.com (623) 210-8233

5. Volunteer:
If you’re interested in volunteering please contact Dawn Franklin at: info@ahwatukeebootcamp.com (623) 640 2680b. Volunteers that are not needed during the actual boot camp will be allowed to participate in the camp.

6. Spread the word
a.Let everyone know that you’re a part of this event.


June 21st Schedule of Events:
Registration from: 7:30am-8:30am
Boot Camp begins at 8:30am
Corporate Sponsor Fair Ends at 10:30am

COME ON OUT AND SUPPORT A GREAT CAUSE AND ENJOY A GREAT WORKOUT!

Monday, May 19, 2008

Pre and Post Workout Meal Suggestions

Following are some suggestions for pre and post workouts.....enjoy!

Important factor is the pre-workout meals , which should come approximately 30-60 minutes before training (give it time to digest). I know, I know... some of you that are in my 5:30a.m. boot camp will most likely get up about 10 minutes before camp, race out of bed, race to the car (go the spead limit, of course:-) and race to just be on time...but do your best to eat a little something. "Don't gorge yourself" ....The goal here is to ingest only enough carbs and proteins order to meet the energy demans of the workout.

"I don't eat breakfast."....as a personal trainer, I hear it all the time. Listen, if you want to lose weight, you need to eat breakfast, it kick starts your matabolism. Yes, you have to eat to lose weight! Remember that breakfast "breaks the fast" as you have been sleeping for 7 or 8 hours and your body has been without food or water.


To keep it simple, I have provided a list below of some good pre/post-workout foods....

Oatmeal
Yams
Cream of wheat
Whole-grain bread w/ Natural peanut butter
Yogurt
Clif Bar for Kids
Piece of Fruit (apple/banana) if your tummy can take it

The post-workout is the next important variable in this equation. The body undertakes special metabolic processes during which the absorption and utilization of carbs and proteins are especially critical. If you fail to eat – even if it's just a protein drink/ shake, within about 45-minutes of training. Instead of reaping the benefits of your workout, you will not set the scene for muscle breakdown.

Fast-acting carbs such as;

Potatoes (not too much of the tatoes ladies - red ones are great)
Carrots
Raisins
Grapes
Oranges

Easy-to-absorb protein source such as;

Egg white (if you want the whole egg, go for it...1 egg)
Low-fat Cottage Cheese
Tuna
Meal Replacement shake or whey protein shake:

--- Go to http://www.ahwatukeebootcamp.com/ and click on the Juice Plus link and order the "Juice Plus Complete" meal replacement shake...or go to www.MyNutritionStore.com/dawnfranklin for whey and soy protein shakes)

Keep it simple: Focus on 5 or 6 portion sized meals a day about every 3 hours. That is a healthy breafast, lunch and dinner with 2 or 3 snacks in between each of those meals.


Have a great day! Dawn Franklin

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