Monday, January 26, 2015

Congratulations to Dali, the January 2015 Body Buster Bootcamper of the Program!


Dali

"Health is the most important thing in our life. When you are healthy all the other issues can be dealt with one way or another.""

Thank you to Body Buster Fitness for choosing me as Bootcamper of the program. I feel like I have very tough competition for this spot. 

I’ve been a Body Buster Fitness member for over 4 years. When I joined my weight was at an all time high and my self image was low. Group fitness classes work for me and knowing that my Body Buster family, which includes the instructors and my fellow bootcampers, are paying attention to me and my goals, as well as when I am absent from classes, helps motivate me to go to class even when I don’t feel like going. I know that I can’t do this on my own – I need Body Buster to help keep me active and motivated. Every class is different and every class is a challenge – even after four years. 

I’ve had a very positive experience with Body Buster fitness. From my first class I was made to feel welcome and part of the team. The instructors keep an eye on all of us to make sure we are not feeling overwhelmed and offer solutions and modifications if we are struggling or if we are finding it too easy. The first few classes were really tough as I hadn’t been active for a few years and getting back into it was difficult. I began to see results right away and it made me want to come back. Overall, I’ve lost over 20 pounds (I’ve lost the last 5 pounds several times!) and dropped two jeans sizes (hello skinny jeans!) 

More important than the external changes, I feel healthier and have more energy. Also, I came to realize that a healthy fitness plan necessitated a change to my diet. That combined with my Body Buster Fitness classes, has helped me maintain my weight loss and also gain a healthier self-image. Good health is an incredible gift and I’m doing everything I can to make sure that my family and I continue to enjoy good health. My family sees how important these classes are to me – it is part of our routine and I have their support to continue my fitness plan and keep working toward my goals. We are all active and more fit than before and I credit much of that to Body Buster Fitness. 

Thank you to Jamie who has always been helpful and accommodating of my requests. Also a huge thank you to all of my instructors, most notably Kara, Dani and Huy. They know when to push me and when to leave me alone and I appreciate all of it, even if sometimes it doesn’t look like I do. 

Thank you as well to my Body Buster Fitness colleagues who make every class fun. And the fact that we watch out for each other, cheer each other on, laugh together and commiserate helps very much. Melanie is my hero and I hope I can attend classes and run as fast as she can for many years to come. 

I highly recommend Body Buster Fitness to anyone of any fitness level. The classes are hard work but worth it. You’ll see changes in both your mind and body and you’ll have fun and make new friends. Make time for you and make time for fitness – you won’t regret it and you might love it! It is always so easy to find an excuse not to exercise. Make it part of your routine and your Body Buster instructors will help you with new challenges to allow you to meet your goals and then set new goals. 

I can do so much more than when I started. The first class, I couldn’t do a sit-up and ball pass seemed impossible. I’ll never enjoy burpees and I really wish Huy wouldn’t lie when he’s counting us down, but I do enjoy classes and I never thought I would admit to that. 

Thank you again, it is an honour to be recognized. Thanks to everyone for their ongoing support – I literally could not do it without you.

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Friday, January 23, 2015

You’re busy? Get in line!

You’re busy? Get in line!

The word “busy” has become an increasingly well used word in our day to day life….
But guess what? We are ALL busy!
 “I’ve been busy lately.”
“Sorry, I’m so busy with…”
“I’ve just been too busy to…”

You’re busy? Get in line!

Charity Fitness Boot Camp 2015

Charity Fitness Boot Camp 2015

This year once again, the Body Buster Bootcamps for Charity were a huge success! We would like to thank everyone who came out who not only donated to charity but also took part in an extremely tough workout! Body Buster Instructors donated their time and brought their usual high energy and motivation to provide a hardcore circuit style class including tons of equipment. We saw many new faces as well as long time members with theit friends and family.

Nutrition Challenge

Nutrition Challenge

Run For The Cure 2014 Toronto Surrey Vancouver

Run For The Cure 2014 Toronto Surrey Vancouver

On Sunday, October 6th Team Body Buster showed their support in creating a future without breast cancer, with over 45 Body Buster members attending the CIBC Run For The Cure in Toronto, Ontario and Surrey, BC! Together the teams raised money for breast cancer research and awareness. The weather was perfect in both areas as we showed up in our best pink gear and participated in the 5km/1km Run/walk. This event once again proved to be a truly empowering experience. The sense of accomplishment and camaraderie when you run past the finish line is incredible! Way to go #TeamBodyBuster and thank you for making it another success!

You Deserve a Healthy Life

You Deserve a Healthy Life

Break Down Your Barriers to Fitness Success

Break Down Your Barriers to Fitness Success

Whether you’re doing a hardcore Body Buster Bootcamp class or your running a marathon, a mental barrier can (and most likely will) be the difference between your success and failure. We’ve heard before that fitness is just as much, if not more, about mental toughness as it is physical.

Keeping Fit & Motivated Through An Injury

Keeping Fit & Motivated Through An Injury

When faced with an injury or illness, we often ask ourselves can “How do I stay motivated through an injury or obstacle? Is there a safe way to work out? Why should I even bother?”