It’s Janell’s 28th Birthday!!

As many of you know, Janell is my girlfriend, best friend, confidant and major supporter.  It’s very fitting that this week I’m talking about inspirational figures in my life.  Janell is major inspiration to me in so many ways.  I can’t even begin to describe the support, love and faith she has given me over the past couple years, especially this last year as I completely changed courses in my life and started my boot camp programs and website.

Janell is one of the strongest people I’ve ever met.  She’s been through a lot in just a few short years; I’ve dished out quite a bit of stress for her myself :-b.  But, through all of it, she always takes the high road and knows that in the end everything will work itself out.  I think it’s that positivity and outlook on life that makes it so for her; kind of like the Law of Attraction we talked about in yesterday’s post.

For those of you who don’t know, Janell and I used to work together at Life Time Fitness.  That’s how we met.  She was one of my top trainers and eventually became my Lead Assistant Department Head – basically, she was my right hand.  She kept things running at the top notch, record setting level that the we became accustomed to when I was traveling and performing my other roles for the company.  We made one hell of a team along with my other assistants and program leads (thanks Nick, Liz, Phil, Derk and all the other previous assistants that were eventually promoted).  Who knew that our friendship, trust and faith in each other would eventually blossom into the amazing relationship we have today?  We certainly didn’t.  In fact, we still joke about how there was zero attraction between us for the first couple years we knew each other.  LOL.

Anyway, please join me in wishing her a very happy birthday by posting a comment below.  And, it also happens to be one of my Look Great at the Lake Boot Camp member’s birthday as well.  Happy birthday Cassie!

In honor of Janell’s birthday, I thought it would be fun to run a special today.

Since Janell is 28 years old today, I’m giving a 28% discount on our regular boot camp prices when you enlist for an 8-month program.

That’s a KILLER DISCOUNT on my Look Great at the Lake Boot Camp and Online Video Boot Camp programs!

If you’d like to take advantage of one of these awesome deals just shoot me an email at justin@justinyule.com and I’ll make it happen for you.

Once again, happy birthday to my inspiration and the true love of my life – Janell.

Have Faith & Take Action!

Justin Yule, B.S., CPT

Your friendly neighborhood Chaska / Chanhassen boot camp instructor and online personal trainer.

Burn 9x more fat at a fraction of the cost of other personal training programs.

P.S. – For a FREE 2-week Trial to the area’s number one weight loss & fitness boot camp visit www.LookGreatAtTheLakeBootCamp.com

P.P.S. – For a $9 30-day Trial to the first and number one Online weight loss & fitness boot camp visit www.OnlineVideoBootCamp.com

Over the past four weeks I’ve been showcasing segments of an Online Video Boot Camp workout for the Fat Burning Boot Camp Workout Video of The Week.  Online Video Boot Camp will be the most effective and efficient home workout program available!
Members log in daily to access 20-30 minute, total body, rapid fat loss
& fitness workout videos.  And, just like all my programs, I provide a FREE Trial and a MONEY BACK GUARANTEE.

Just a quick word about the membership structure.  Members of Online Video Boot Camp will
be able to log in daily to access their workout of the day.  Along with
a host of other benefits, the Online Video Boot Camp workouts are full
length, total body, High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
circuits where I take you through all the exercises!  In other words,
they’re not demo videos just showing you what to do.  You’ve got me as
your trainer and training partner!!  Very cool stuff

• Three days a week (M/W/F) I will take you through
  a super-charged HIIT strength & cardio circuit that is guaranteed
  to melt some serious fat. 
  

• Then on Tuesday and Thursday I will take you
  through a quick bonus workout that focuses on your core so we can
  really flatten your stomach and get those abdominal muscles popping.

Online Video Boot Camp will be available next week so stay tuned!

For today’s Fat Burning Boot Camp Workout Video of The Week I thought I’d share an example of a core workout from Online Video Boot Camp.  Check it out:

Now, GET AFTER IT!

Have Faith & Take Action!

Justin Yule, B.S., CPT

Your friendly neighborhood Chaska / Chanhassen boot camp instructor and online personal trainer.

Burn 9x more fat at a fraction of the cost of other personal training programs.

P.S. – If you’re looking to spice up your home workout program make sure you keep checking in for my Workout of the Week

P.P.S. – My buddy Dave Schmitz has the best resistance bands on the market.  You’ll find them in the Look Great Store.

The final details are being worked out.

Online Video Boot Camp will be here in October!

Over the last three weeks I’ve been providing segments of one Online Video Boot Camp workout.  As you can see, the workouts are fully comprehensive and the videos are complete – these are actual workouts not demos of exercises.

Members of Online Video Boot Camp will be able to log in daily to access their workout of the day.  Along with a host of other benefits, the Online Video Boot Camp workouts are full length, total body, High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) circuits where I take you through all the exercises!  In other words, they’re not demo videos just showing you what to do.  You’ve got me as your trainer and training partner!!  Very cool stuff

Online Video Boot Camp will be the most effective and efficient home workout program available!

To demonstrate, I’ve taken one of the workouts and broke it down into 4 segments and I’m sharing them here.  Check it out:

Circuit 1 (on video 3 weeks ago)
a.    Deadlifts
b.    Straight-legged Deadlifts

Circuit 2 (on video 2 weeks ago)
a.    Standing Chest Press
b.    Standing Row

Circuit 3 (on video last week)
a.    Split Squat – Right
b.    Split Squat  – Left

Circuit 4 (on video)
a.    Overhead Posterior Reach
b.    Stationary Running

Now, GET AFTER IT!

Have Faith & Take Action!

Justin Yule, B.S., CPT

Your friendly neighborhood Chaska / Chanhassen boot camp instructor and online personal trainer.

Burn 9x more fat at a fraction of the cost of other personal training programs.

P.S. – If you’re looking to spice up your home workout program make sure you keep checking in for my Workout of the Week

P.P.S. – My buddy Dave Schmitz has the best resistance bands on the market.  You’ll find them in the Look Great Store.

Have you ever tried to lose weight and failed?

Have you ever worked really hard to lose weight and succeed only to have it all come back, and more?

I believe there are three key reasons why people fail to lose weight fast and keep it off.  Rapid fat loss is easily achieved once dieters understand these three keys.

The following are my top three reasons why people fail to lose weight fast and keep the unwanted pounds and inches off:

1.  Lack of Support

All the latest research has shown how critical it is for dieters to have a support system in place.  When times get tough, and they will, people need to have a community of positive people to turn to that will help them achieve their rapid fat loss.

2.  No Emphasis on Lifestyle Change

A very big reason people fail to maintain their rapid fat loss for a lifetime is a complete failure to focus on lifestyle changes.  Temporary fixes and fad diets need to be replaced by healthy habits and a new self-image.  People put too much emphasis on the “lose weight fast” part and not enough on the lifestyle changes necessary to keep the pounds from ever coming back.

3.  Paralysis by Analysis

Too often dieters wait for the perfect time or want to have the perfect plan in place before trying to lose weight fast and keep it off.  The plan only need be good enough to get started.  Creating a weight loss plan is mandatory, but not at the expense of never getting started on the road to rapid fat loss.  Create a plan centered around a support community and lifestyle changes, and then adjust the plan as necessary.

Now, get out there and start making it happen.  If you need a support group and/or help creating a plan then be sure to check out the programs offered in-town or online right here at www.JustinYule.com.

By the way, Look Great at the Lake Boot Camp is moving to it’s new indoor location at the Chanhassen Recreation Center on Monday, October 5th!

Have Faith & Take Action!

Justin Yule, B.S., CPT

Your friendly neighborhood Chaska / Chanhassen boot camp instructor and online personal trainer.

Burn 9x more fat at a fraction of the cost of other personal training programs.

P.S. – The Chan Rec Center has shower facilities for those who need to head right to work after class

I’ve got a quick post for you today.  A lot of people ask me about fish oils and Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs).  They’re becoming incredibly popular and for good reason.

You’re smart enough to know that there is no miracle pill.  There’s no supplement or drug out there that’s going to change your life instantly as soon as you take it.

But I’ll tell you what, a good Essential Fatty Acid supplement can come darn close.  There are more and more research studies showing the enormous health and fat loss benefits of taking fish oil capsules.

• They help stabilize your blood sugar levels, which helps promote fat loss
• It can reduce inflammation to improve the health of your heart
• They can also help decrease joint pain significantly

And a whole lot more.

Sounds great, right? Sure does, but the problem with Fish Oil has always been the same:

They make you burp like crazy!

Seriously, it really is pretty gross – nothing like a tasty fish burp.

This is an amazing shame because they hold such promise.

The good news is I’ve found an Essential Fatty Acid supplement made from Krill Oil.  And you know what?  NO fish burps.

That’s right, you get the same powerful benefits you get from fish oil WITHOUT the burps!  Oh, and did I mention Krill Oil has 47 times the antioxidant power of fish oil?!

The brand I use and recommend to all my clients is Prograde Nutrition’s EFA Icon.

I know the owners of Prograde and they are a brand I really believe in.  There aren’t many supplement companies you can trust at all, nevermind online.  But Prograde is a company you can put your faith in.  I do.

If you’ve been looking for a great EFA supplement WITHOUT the fish
burps then look no further than Prograde Nutrition’s EFA Icon.  It really is all
it’s cracked up to be.

Have Faith & Take Action!

Justin Yule, B.S., CPT

Your friendly neighborhood Chaska / Chanhassen boot camp instructor and online personal trainer.

Burn 9x more fat at a fraction of the cost of other personal training programs.

PS -  Prograde’s got a back-to-school sale going on that ends tonight.  To save some cash click HERE and get there before the sale ends at 11:59 pm.

I’m going to take a slight detour from our discussion of the Universal
Laws of Success this week.  Today’s personal development post is about
a truly powerful weight loss mindset activity.

Like I said in yesterday’s post, I had a truly awesome weekend at Boot Camp Boot Camp.  It wasn’t just all the great stuff I learned for my boot camps though.  The best part of the weekend was being surrounded by fellow boot camp business owners who were so positive and determined.  The most successful boot camp owners had a crystal clear picture in their mind of what they wanted their business to look like.

Do you have a crystal clear picture of your healthy, fit, tight & toned, damn-sexy body?

Can you see it in your mind before it moves into the physical form?

Here is an excerpt from my book, The Science of Getting Fit, that I think fits in perfectly with today’s discussion:

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I just had the great pleasure of spending the weekend with some of the most positive and successful guys and gals in the weight loss and fitness boot camp business.  It was absolutely amazing to be surrounded by a bunch of doers who shared a common vision of running successful weight loss and fitness boot camps that truly change peoples’ lives forever.  These people aren’t trying to accomplish anything.  They’re just going out and making it happen.

You see, when you try something you already accept that it might not happen, and more than likely because of that attitude it won’t happen.

This weekend really reinforced the fact that you need to surround yourself with like-minded individuals to achieve your goals.  That holds true in business, fitness and life.  If you’re not seeing the results you want with your exercise and nutrition plan, or if you’re not even on one, then you better stop and take a look around you.  Are you surrounding yourself with doers, tryers, or worse yet, those who don’t even get in the game?

On of my favorite quotes of all time is from Yoda in Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back.  Watch the incredibly important video clip below:

Do.  Or do not.  There is no try.  Yoda’s words have always been a guiding light for me.  In fact, I believe they are so important that I immortalized them and will forever have them with me.  Set aside 15-minutes for this killer video.  Be sure to watch it all the way through to get the full lesson.

Have Faith & Take Action!

Justin Yule, B.S., CPT

Your friendly neighborhood Chaska / Chanhassen boot camp instructor and online personal trainer.

Burn 9x more fat at a fraction of the cost of other personal training programs.

P.S. – Let me know what you think of the new tatoo by sharing a comment below.

Well, due to the feedback I got from my Look Great at the Lake Boot Campers and other readers, I’ve asked Janell to be a regular contributor to the Look Great Blog.  She loves doing it and loves to talk about nutrition so she’s all for it.

Post-workout Nutrition

I will argue that the MOST IMPORTANT meal of the day is the one that follows your workout.

WHY?

When exercising whether it be an aerobic workout or a strength training sessions we are ultimately depleting our muscles of stored glycogen as well as tearing down muscle fibers that need nutrients to build back up leaner and stronger.  Quick note for those who don’t “want to add muscle.” – remember, more muscle means more metabolism.  In other words, you want to add at least some muscle, and certainly maintain what you have, to maximize fat burning to get that tight and toned, sexy body that looks great naked!

The Window of Opportunity

“The Window of Opportunity” is very important when we refer to the post-workout meal.  Ideally your post-workout meal will happen within 45 minutes of completing your workout.  During this time your muscles are very sensitive to certain nutrients and hormones that aid in effective muscle recovery.
Benefits of refueling within 45 minutes include: 

• recover more effectively
• increase muscle mass
• burn more body fat
• enhance physical adaptations that are happening when you exercise
• see results more rapidly

All benefits we want to achieve from our workouts.

You Snooze, You Lose

Beyond 45 minutes your muscles become less sensitive and efficient at replenishing glycogen stores (our bodies’ stored form of carbohydrate, or “quick energy”).  If you miss your opportunity for replenishing your muscles the next opportunity doesn’t happen until after your next workout.  Having a good supply of quick energy stored in your muscles will allow for harder, more effective workouts.  Missing this critical window of opportunity can and will dramatically slow results making it more difficult to reap the benefits of your workout.

Refueling- For glycogen replenishment carbohydrates are key and protein is necessary for muscle repair and recovery.  An ideal ratio of carbs to protein is 3:1.  Simple carbs and high quality protein sources are your best choices for quick quality replenishment and recovery.

Quality Choices- The best choice is liquid in the form of a shake.  This will be the fastest absorbing into your system.  Other quality choices include:  yogurt/milk and fruit, juice and cottage cheese, Gatorade and whey protein, or a quality ready to go drink.

Prograde Workout is an awesome choice for your post-workout meal.  It’s pre-stacked to give you a 2:1 ration.  When you add a cup of skim milk and a banana you get a delicios 3:1 post-workout shake.

Note: this mixture gives you 400 calories so you may need to cut the serving in half to get the desired calories.

Believe & Achieve!

Janell Monson

P.S. – Please let me know what types of nutrition posts you would like to see in the future by posting a comment below.  Thanks!

Last week I introduced the first of a four-part series for the Fat Burning Boot Camp Workout Video of The Week.

This month I will be launching my new Online Video Boot Camp – an online version of my kick @$$ rapid fat loss and fitness boot camp program – Look Great at the Lake Boot Camp in Chaska, MN (Chanhassen location coming in October!).

Members of Online Video Boot Camp will be able to log in daily to access their workout of the day.  Along with a host of other benefits, the Online Video Boot Camp workouts are full length, total body, High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) circuits where I take you through all the exercises!  In other words, they’re not demo videos just showing you what to do.  You’ve got me as your trainer and training partner!!  Very cool stuff

Online Video Boot Camp will be the most effective and efficient home workout program available.

To demonstrate, I’m going to take one of the workouts and break it down into 4 segments over the next 4 weeks.  Check it out:

Circuit 1 (on video last week)
a.    Deadlifts
b.    Straight-legged Deadlifts

Circuit 2 (on video this week)
a.    Standing Chest Press
b.    Standing Row

Circuit 3
a.    Split Squat – Right
b.    Split Squat  – Left

Circuit 4
a.    Overhead Posterior Reach
b.    Stationary Running

Now, GET AFTER IT!

Have Faith & Take Action!

Justin Yule, B.S., CPT

Your friendly neighborhood Chaska boot camp instructor and online personal trainer.

Burn 9x more fat at a fraction of the cost of other personal training programs.

P.S. – If you’re looking to spice up your home workout program make sure you keep checking in for my Workout of the Week

P.P.S. – My buddy Dave Schmitz has the best resistance bands on the market.  You’ll find them in the Look Great Store.

First things first.  Welcome back from the awesome holiday weekend!  We finally got a beautiful long weekend in MN and the summer is over.  Oh well.

Anyway, between the site maintenance last week and the holiday yesterday, the blog schedule is a little off this week.  I’ve got a guest post for you today, Workout of the Week tomorrow and the Post-workout Nutrition article will be out this Thursday (sorry, we couldn’t give it to you last week).  I haven’t decided what I’m going to do Friday yet   That’s actually because I’m going to be away at a 2-day training in Kentucky.  I’m heading off to Boot Camp Boot Camp!  2 days of boot camp business owners learning marketing, business, and of course more great butt kicking training methods!  I’ll see what creative spark gets fired and shoot something out on Friday for ya

Now, let’s get on with today’s post.

You know, nothing bugs me more than people who make excuses of why they can’t exercise…until now.  Recently, there was an article in Time magazine that was basically trying to argue that exercise won’t make you lose weight and get fit!

Unfreakinbelievable!!!

Well, instead of me losing my mind on this one, I’ve got a special guest blogger today.  Barry Duncan from Volo Innovations (a kickass member management software that I’ll be integrating into my business in the near future) is going to take care of this one for us today.

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