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I ordered my wedding dress two sizes smaller before joining Dtown Boot Camp

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MARIE’S SUCCESS STORY 

Before attending Doylestown Adventure Boot Camp I did not speak fitness.  It was like a foreign language to me and I had been adverse to it most of my life. However, I knew that had to change if I was going to lose any weight and I needed to lose a significant amount (100+). I could not have picked a better trainer for this journey.  Wendy taught me how to love exercising by going at the right pace for me and always keeping it interesting.  It was helpful that every workout was different so I never got bored. I did lose 80 pounds before signing up with Wendy by eating less, but then was on a 6 month plateau. In a short 5 months I have learned so much more about fitness and was able to lose an additional 20 pounds and gain significant muscle tone all over. Even more, I was able to fit into my wedding dress that I ordered TWO SIZES smaller!  More importantly, I feel much stronger both mentally and physically.  I see no turning back.  I cannot recommend Wendy highly enough!  The whole experience has been life changing!

Wendy runs an early morning 5:30am boot camp class at Camp Curiosity in Doylestown.  She also runs a small group boot camp class at 9:00am and 6:00pm at her private studio.  I chose the smaller group classes and mixed them up according to my schedule.  I was a newbie and I felt like I had my own personal trainer.  That’s how Wendy treated me.  She also does nutritional consulting!  She wants everyone to succeed and be their very best!

As you can see, this circuit workout isn’t easy but as Wendy always says “ Do what you can do and do your best!”  That’s what I did and I got incredible results. I love boxing!

If you are looking to start a fitness routine or just looking for a new challenging wokout regiment, I recommend checking out www.doylestownbootcamp.com in Doylestown, Bucks County, PA.

All new campers are welcome to try a free trial week of fitness classes.

 

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Congrats to Susan on her 5 month transformation and boot camp journey

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To see Susan’s incredible transformation, see prior post.

“April 25th, I said, “Ok, its time for me.”  I didn’t ask a friend or family member to join me, just got up, got dressed and went for a trial class, shoot who was going to see me anyway, its 5:30 am.    Why am I doing this?  Because my child loved that my tummy was so squishy when she hugged it, and that my arms had a funny jiggle that made her giggle…..really?…but me, not so much…

On my way to my trial class that morning I was thinking, I can do this,  I have worked out in the past, right, aerobics, gyms, step and a variety of other routines over the years…why not?  I am here, sun is just coming up, warm ups under way and then “Holy Cow” reality set in.   I am struggling through the warm ups!  Jumping jacks, really!  I could only jog/walk/crawl 1/8 of the way around the block…..am I really this out of shape?  Yep, I was….well my embarrassment lasted about 10 seconds as my trainer, Wendy walked beside me, encouraging me to go at my own pace and each of the ladies in the group shared how they struggled in the beginning, but to keep going! 

And I did, I kept going, at my own pace, more like the turtle than the hare, and I am glad I did.  Eight weeks later and 16 pounds lighter, the jiggle in my arms subsided and there was less of a squishy pillow residing around my waist.  My clothes fit better, and I feel great!  So, I kept going…and now, another 3 1/2 months later, I can jog 2 miles, while having a conversation, I have dropped another 14 pounds, with a total weight loss 30 pounds to date.   Yes, the exercise is key, but I also made lifestyle changes in the approach to my meals.   Not at all once, but gradually over the past few months.

Breakfast:  Was:  Whole Wheat Organic Waffles with a tablespoon of Organic Peanut butter — switched to 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt and 1/2 an avocado.  (Note:  Sigi’s, Wallaby’s and Bulgarian yogurt in the Organic aisle all have 1/2 the carbs then products in the dairy aisle. Or two egg whites/one egg veggie omelet.

Lunch:  Was:  Salads with fruit, cheese, mixed greens and lite salad dressing — switched to mixed greens (minimum 2-3 cups) non-cheese protein, no fruit, all veggie and homemade or Olive garden Italian dressing (only 2 carbs per serving)

Dinner:  Was: Sweet potato, protein (chicken/fish) and one veggie – switched to 3 vegetables, more variety in protein (fish, chicken, sausage, turkey, beef)…no starchy processed carbs
 
Pretty much maintained 60 – 80mg of carbs per day over the past few months (lose it app)
 
The Doylestown Adventure Boot Camp classes offer nutritional consultations as well as fresh air fitness program.  Slight adjustments in my diet have resulted in tremendous results for me!  Am I now a super athlete, no, I am still the turtle on the track, but I am signed up for my next four week session, and setting a new goal to “take the hill” at Gayman.”
Come on out and try a free trial week at our new location – 
Victory Vipers 
4059 Skyron Dr. 
Doylestown  
January 7 – February 1 
M – W – F  (5:30am – 6:30am ) 
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Size 12 to a size 3 in 5 1/2 months – Congrats Susan

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It was June 23 and time for a testimony about Adventure Boot Camp for Women. 

 “April 25th, I said, “Ok, its time for me.”  I didn’t ask a friend or family member to join me, just got up, got dressed and went for a trial class, shoot who was going to see me anyway, its 5:30 am.    Why am I doing this?  Because my child loved that my tummy was so squishy when she hugged it, and that my arms had a funny jiggle that made her giggle…..really?…but me, not so much…

On my way to my trial class that morning I was thinking, I can do this,  I have worked out in the past, right, aerobics, gyms, step and a variety of other routines over the years…why not?  I am here, sun is just coming up, warm ups under way and then “Holy Cow” reality set in.   I am struggling through the warm ups!  Jumping jacks, really!  I could only jog/walk/crawl 1/8 of the way around the block…..am I really this out of shape?  Yep, I was….well my embarrassment lasted about 10 seconds as my trainer, Wendy walked beside me, encouraging me to go at my own pace and each of the ladies in the group shared how they struggled in the beginning, but to keep going! 

And I did, I kept going, at my own pace, more like the turtle than the hare, and I am glad I did.  Eight weeks later and 16 pounds lighter, the jiggle in my arms subsided and there was less of a squishy pillow residing around my waist.  My clothes fit better, and I feel great!  So, I kept going…and now, another 3 1/2 months later, I can jog 2 miles, while having a conversation, I have dropped another 14 pounds, with a total weight loss 30 pounds to date.   Yes, the exercise is key, but I also made lifestyle changes in the approach to my meals.   Not at all once, but gradually over the past few months.

Breakfast:  Was:  Whole Wheat Organic Waffles with a tablespoon of Organic Peanut butter — switched to 1/2 cup of Greek yogurt and 1/2 an avocado.  (Note:  Sigi’s, Wallaby’s and Bulgarian yogurt in the Organic aisle all have 1/2 the carbs then products in the dairy aisle. Or two egg whites/one egg veggie omelet.

Lunch:  Was:  Salads with fruit, cheese, mixed greens and lite salad dressing — switched to mixed greens (minimum 2-3 cups) non-cheese protein, no fruit, all veggie and homemade or Olive garden Italian dressing (only 2 carbs per serving)

Dinner:  Was: Sweet potato, protein (chicken/fish) and one veggie – switched to 3 vegetables, more variety in protein (fish, chicken, sausage, turkey, beef)…no starchy processed carbs
 
Pretty much maintained 60 – 80mg of carbs per day over the past few months (lose it app)
 
The Doylestown Adventure Boot Camp classes offer nutritional consultations as well as fresh air fitness program.  Slight adjustments in my diet have resulted in tremendous results for me!  Am I now a super athlete, no, I am still the turtle on the track, but I am signed up for my next four week session, and setting a new goal to “take the hill” at Gayman.”  

Check out Doylestown Boot Camp  for yourself, here’s the link, see which class and time works for you….yes, You.    Boot Camp Workout Fitness Classes: Weight Loss Programs

Our next session begins January 7 – February 1, 2019

 

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Congratulations to Jen on her 6 month transformation

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For the past 10 years I have let my weight continue to increase and had a hard time finding a consistent time to exercise between work, kids and just life in general.   At the end of December my biggest clothes in my closet didn’t fit anymore and realized it was  time to do something a bit more drastic instead of buying bigger clothes (which I was horrified at what I would have had to buy size wise).   I joined Wendy’s Bootcamp in January 2018, fast forward 6 months later and I  have lost 40 pounds and down 3 pants sizes.   I feel great both physically and mentally.   The first week I met Wendy I told her about some of my goals, one was a target weight while  others were a bit more superficial but important to me. One of those superficial goals was to be able to wear a tank top that all of the mothers on my son’s baseball team have and not feel the need to wear something over it to cover my arms and body when it is 90+ outside and I am sweating my @$$ off.     It felt so good to put that tank top on and not feel the need to cover up, this was a HUGE milestone for me.   I am also lucky to have so many people around me who have been so supportive and encouraging over the past few months.

The first week I joined Wendy’s boot camp she told me that if I want to lose weight, what I put in my mouth is just as important if not more than exercising.  Wendy worked with me for a month on my diet making easy tweaks each week.  What I appreciated most about Wendy’s approach is that she is very encouraging and never makes you feel bad about what you have eaten and makes the changes seem so simple (which they actually were).  I would find myself skipping meals thinking that I am eating fewer calories which had to  be better for me, especially breakfast.  I  would often grab some toast or a bagel and run out the door or just have coffee and be starving by lunch.   I am actually eating more food now than I did then, just better choices….who would have  ever thought that I would look forward to my 3 turkey sausages and yogurt for breakfast as I run out the door for work each day.   It is not about counting calories, or cutting out carbs completely.   For me, it has been about watching my carbs…not eliminating them, making better choices and thinking ahead a bit more with food planning.      Another key thing Wendy has taught me is to not focus on the number.  There have been times during the past 6 months where I have hit some plateaus in my weight loss and did not see movement on the scale.   I would tell Wendy and be a bit deflated, her response was always…. don’t focus on the number…..well she was right because my clothes would feel so much better.   This was a big mental shift for me not to get on the scale each day.   I don’t let the number dictate how I feel about myself anymore.

I have not reached my final weight goal  and have a bit of a ways to go, I look at this as a journey.  What I can say is that there is no other trainer I would want to be on this journey with other than Wendy.    I was very self-conscious to start boot camp knowing how out of shape I was and kept doubting myself that this was something for me.    From day one Wendy has encouraged me in and out of class. She has pushed me out of my comfort zone when she knew I could do something that I did not think I could and most importantly she makes a tough workout fun.    When I started on this journey with Wendy I couldn’t run ¼ of a mile  or even think of doing burpees.  Each week I am amazed at how much stronger I have become and excited to see what the next 6 months will bring.

THANKS WENDY!

Doylestown Boot Camp is an indoor outdoor fitness program designed for all ages and all levels of fitness.  Enlist in our next boot camp session starting June 25th @ 5:30am at Camp Curiosity in Doylestown.  Transform yourself!  You rock Jen!

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Congrats to Jen on her 6 month transformation – Great Job!

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Doylestown Boot Camp is proud to share with you Jen’s story and 6 month transformation.

For the past 10 years I have let my weight continue to increase and had a hard time finding a consistent time to exercise between work, kids and just life in general.   At the end of December my biggest clothes in my closet didn’t fit anymore and realized it was  time to do something a bit more drastic instead of buying bigger clothes (which I was horrified at what I would have had to buy size wise).   I joined Wendy’s Bootcamp in January 2018, fast forward 6 months later and I  have lost 40 pounds and down 3 pants sizes.   I feel great both physically and mentally.   The first week I met Wendy I told her about some of my goals, one was a target weight while  others were a bit more superficial but important to me. One of those superficial goals was to be able to wear a tank top that all of the mothers on my son’s baseball team have and not feel the need to wear something over it to cover my arms and body when it is 90+ outside and I am sweating my @$$ off.     It felt so good to put that tank top on and not feel the need to cover up, this was a HUGE milestone for me.   I am also lucky to have so many people around me who have been so supportive and encouraging over the past few months.

The first week I joined Wendy’s boot camp she told me that if I want to lose weight, what I put in my mouth is just as important if not more than exercising.  Wendy worked with me for a month on my diet making easy tweaks each week.  What I appreciated most about Wendy’s approach is that she is very encouraging and never makes you feel bad about what you have eaten and makes the changes seem so simple (which they actually were).  I would find myself skipping meals thinking that I am eating fewer calories which had to  be better for me, especially breakfast.  I  would often grab some toast or a bagel and run out the door or just have coffee and be starving by lunch.   I am actually eating more food now than I did then, just better choices….who would have  ever thought that I would look forward to my 3 turkey sausages and yogurt for breakfast as I run out the door for work each day.   It is not about counting calories, or cutting out carbs completely.   For me, it has been about watching my carbs…not eliminating them, making better choices and thinking ahead a bit more with food planning.      Another key thing Wendy has taught me is to not focus on the number.  There have been times during the past 6 months where I have hit some plateaus in my weight loss and did not see movement on the scale.   I would tell Wendy and be a bit deflated, her response was always…. don’t focus on the number…..well she was right because my clothes would feel so much better.   This was a big mental shift for me not to get on the scale each day.   I don’t let the number dictate how I feel about myself anymore.

I have not reached my final weight goal  and have a bit of a ways to go, I look at this as a journey.  What I can say is that there is no other trainer I would want to be on this journey with other than Wendy.    I was very self-conscious to start boot camp knowing how out of shape I was and kept doubting myself that this was something for me.    From day one Wendy has encouraged me in and out of class. She has pushed me out of my comfort zone when she knew I could do something that I did not think I could and most importantly she makes a tough workout fun.    When I started on this journey with Wendy I couldn’t run ¼ of a mile  or even think of doing burpees.  Each week I am amazed at how much stronger I have become and excited to see what the next 6 months will bring.

THANK YOU WENDY !!!!!!image002-2

 

Doylestown Boot Camp of Bucks County PA is an outdoor fitness program designed for all ages and fitness levels.  Whatever your goals are, we are here to help you reach them.  Dtown Boot camp will strengthen your body, increase your endurance and most importantly support you in a CLEAN EATING nutrition program!  Our next session begins Monday, June 25 – July 27, 2018 ( closed week of July 4). Class size is limited.  Enlist today!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Stop Making Excuses – Exercise Today

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Regina crosses the finish line!

 

Excuses, Excuses, Excuses! Stop making excuses as to WHY you can’t start exercising  today!   What exactly are you waiting for? Doylestown Adventure Boot Camp for women works with all levels of fitness and ages. You do not need to be in shape to train in boot camp. You do not need to lose weight before entering this exercise program. Just start! My boot camp motto is “ Do what you can do!”If you’re not a runner, start with power walking. If you can’t do a push up, that’s why you are here.  If you have limitations from past injuries, we work around them. JUST START!

 

I received a phone call 9 months ago from a lady who was interested in starting boot camp. Her goal was to lose weight, tone up, and gain strength and endurance. Regina had already lost 50 pounds before starting my class. I asked her if she runs. She said no and never has. I told her as I tell all of my campers, “Do what you can and do your best.” Week 1 – She struggled, only jogging about 50 yards.  Regina jogged further week 2 and even further week 3.  Each week she ran further than the last. Regina did not give up and was determined to work at her full capacity.  Her progress was outstanding.  Nine months later, TODAY, Regina has lost an additional 55 pounds, making her total weight loss 105 pounds and has run her first 5K race.  What’s the next challenge, 10K?

 

Determination is powerful.  If you want something bad enough, it is achievable. Regina was unhappy with her weight and lack of energy. She made the decision to make a change to her life and stuck with it. No one can make you exercise and eat healthy. You are the only one in control of your destiny. Only you! We all strive to be lean and strong. Who doesn’t want that? But, how bad do you want it and what are you willing to do to achieve this? Doylestown Adventure Boot Camp has worked with many motivated, determined Bucks County women over the last 11 years.   Those that wanted to make a change to their lifestyle did and so can you!

 

Envision yourself one year from now. Close your eyes and paint a picture in your mind. Who is the best person you can be and want to be?   What is that picture ONE YEAR from today?   Are you the same person, eating unhealthy, not exercising, lack of energy, depressed? Picture the person you really want to be and start taking the steps it takes to get there.   Take BABY STEPS!  You will get there.  You will never get stronger if you don’t strength train. You will never gain endurance by staying inactive.  If you continue to eat junk food, you will not lose weight.   When do you start? Today! Stop making excuses and start a workout regiment today! Your body needs it and will thank you for it. Make it part of your daily life.

 

Join our next Bucks County boot camp session at Camp Curiosity, 4425 Landisville Rd. Doylestown, PA on  Monday, April 23, 2018.   Classes run for 4 weeks ( Mon – Wed – Fri ) and start promptly at 5:30am – 6:30am.  Enlist today!  New campers are welcome to come out and try a free trial week!

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Regina’s 9 month Transformation

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Regina’s story is life changing!  What an inspiration to us all!
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I had been neglecting myself for several years to focus on difficult family issues and by early 2017, it took its toll.  I was done putting myself last and determined, once and for all, to get into the best physical and mental shape of my life.  I started in March 2017 and made the biggest change to my diet by eliminating sugar.  Bread, pasta and desserts were daily staples that I knew I had to give up. I also gave up diet soda which was not easy. I replaced all of that with salads, proteins, nuts, eggs, vegetables and lots and lots of water.  I also knew that along with changing how and what I eat, I had to start moving.  I began with walking 3x a week and doing water aerobics 2x a week.   I started feeling more fit very quickly.  I was sleeping better, had a lot of energy and a clearer mind. Four months later I had lost 50 pounds and was ready for more of a physical challenge.   I had heard of bootcamp-type workouts and wanted to give it a try. In July I found Wendy and haven’t looked back.  Her workouts combined with the change in my diet have helped me shed another 53 pounds.  With her program I have gained muscle and strength, started running and building endurance and gained confidence to do things I never thought I could do like box jumps and 2 minutes of jumping jacks!  I’ve lost 103 lbs and my next goal is a 5k in 2018 and I know Wendy will help me get there.  She is supportive in every way and helped me get to a place I didn’t think was possible.  Thank you Wendy and my fitness family!
Thank you for sharing your journey!  You did all the work and results are well proven!  WOW!  What a transformation!
 
Regina came to me in hopes to join the small group evening training class held on Monday and Thursday (6pm).  The evening boot camp class is challenging!  Regina didn’t quit for one second. When the going got tough, Regina got tougher.  Every week was a new accomplishment.  Unable to jog a few yards when first starting changed quickly.  JOG, WALK, JOG a little further……With each session, I pushed a little bit  more and now, months later  Regina is able to run without stopping!  She has gained so much strength and is able to perform exercises she never thought she would ever be able to do.  You will concquer your 5k this 2018.  I have no doubt! 
Doylestown Boot Camp for Women begins the new 2018 session at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Doylestown  (5:30am 6:30am) in Bucks County Monday, January 8.  For details and registration, go to www.doylestownbootcamp.com or call 908-268-6414.  Feel free to come on out and try a free trial class Monday, January 8th.
If early morning doesn’t fit your schedule, check out the mid morning (9am)  or evening  (6pm) boot camp schedule at www.doylestownbootcamp.com.
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Weight loss? YES! Kettlebells are for GIRLS!

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There are so many benefits to kettlebell training.  If you are looking to lose weight, tone your muscles and  increase your endurance, kettlebell training is the way to go.

Kettlebells can be intimidating to someone who isn’t familiar with how they work.  Using kettlebells in your fitness regiment can challenge your body and build strength, stamina, endurance and flexibility unlike any other fitness equipment.

A common fitness goal for women is losing body fat and inches around the waist, thighs and arms.  Training with kettlebells is a fun and alternative workout that help you stay motivated and challenged.  An intense 20 minute kettlebell workout is the equivalent to jogging 3 miles.  FACT!  Design your workouts for high repetition compound movement exercsies, such as swings, snatches, high pulls, clean and press seen in the short video clip I have created.  Get down low and work those thighs!  A figure 8 is a fantastic way to tone those legs!  Not only are you scultping your body, but are increasing your metabolism by elevating your heart rate.  There is little to no rest in between sets.

Training with kettlebells is not designed to increase muscle mass, but rather the opposite.  It will build strength by increasing the amount of lean muscle tissue.  Increasing lean muscle tissue results in strength without bulk and a lean-looking appearance.  Kettlebells are effective  at increasing strength by using full body functional movements that incorporate several muscle groups for each exercise.   A 20 minute kettelbell workout can burn up to 500 calories.

Doylestown Boot Camp incorporates kettlebell training every week in it’s fitness routine.  Each and every exercise must be performed correctly as form is key.  If you are interested in learning how to train with a kettlebell, make sure you are being taught by a professional.

 

 

Hundreds of Bucks County women have enlisted in Doylestown Boot Camp to get in their best shape.  With winter upon us, Dtown Boot Camp moves to Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Doylestown. Check out the new winter schedule at www.doylestownbootcamp.com.  The next 4 week session begins October 23 – November 18 ( 5:30am – 6:30am ). #doylestownbootcamp #weightloss #fitness #kettlebell #bootcamp #buckscounty #doylestown #womenonly

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Katie’s fitness journey as she prepares for her September wedding day

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Fantastic work Katie!  You have 3 months to go till wedding day!  We can’t wait to see you in your wedding dress.  You’ve worked extremely hard and have been dedicated to your training and nutrition.  Not only have you reached your fitness goals in a short time, you have changed your lifestyle!  I am so proud of you!  Thank you for sharing your journey with us.
Stay tuned for Katie’s end of summer post as well as more before/after pictures from Katie’s fellow campers!
Doylestown Boot Camp for Women begins the next  summer session at Camp Curiosity ( 5:30am 6:30am) in Bucks County Monday, July 17.  For details and registration, go to www.doylestownbootcamp.com or call 908-268-6414.  Feel free to come on out and try a free trial class Wednesday, July 12 and Friday, July 15th.
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Benefits to a Morning Boot Camp Workout

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Morning Boot Camp Workout

There are so many benefits to exercising first thing in the morning!  If you’re not a morning person, start thinking differently, because morning exercise offers a ton of unique advantages over exercising later in the day.

1. People who exercise “consistently” and want “results” work out in the morning.

Research has shown that people who exercise in the morning are much more likely to stick to their workout routine when compared with those who exercise later in the day. This leads to more consistent results.

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