We’ve seen it on TV– people losing hundreds of pounds and transforming their bodies and lives right in front of us. What would you do if that opportunity came to San Marcos? Would you sit idly by and watch your friends and neighbors change their lives, or would you join them?

This isn’t a pipe dream. It’s a reality.

Heath Herrera, owner of HH Fitness in San Marcos, has just announced his partnership with Personal Trainer Food– the hottest pre-made meal delivery system in the country– Fitness Consulting Group, and the Fitness Revolution franchise to put together their first ever National Transformation Contest.

Herrera says, “I love helping people change their lives. Unfortunately there is so much misinformation out there, and many struggle with finding the right knowledge to make positive changes. This contest is going to help a lot of people make big changes in their lives and hopefully inspire many others to do the same.”

HH Fitness has also teamed up with Diaz Martial Arts to offer local support throughout the community and also plenty of prizes to the contestants.

The contest, which will kick off on January 23^rd all throughout the country, is an 8 week long, life changing event, consisting of proven training programs and workouts, and of course, a nutrition program designed to boost metabolism and promote healthy lifestyle changes.

The goal is for contestants to develop habits that will allow them to turn back the clock, add years onto their lives, and feel confidently about their bodies.

Over 100 fitness facilities throughout the country will be involved, and the winner at each location will be evaluated for the opportunity to win a national grand prize of a spot in a Meal Movement commercial and a place as a spokesperson for the company.

The real winners, however, will be the participants and their families. “This isn’t just a quick fix. We want to help these people get their lives back,” said Herrera

Over the next 8 weeks, we will be providing updates as well as chronicling their journeys online as well as at Diaz Martial Arts. You can follow along at HHFitnessBlog.com for updates, video, and pictures.”

Of course, if you want to do more than just follow along, the National Transformation Contest is open to all applicants who wish to enter. For more information on how to transform your body and your life, contact Heath Herrera at 512.787.2219 or HeathHerrera@HHFitness.com.  You can also visit our sign-up page to learn more and to sign up:  CLICK HERE

It is important to perform full body routines that incorporate pulling and stabilization movements for your back that will improve strength, endurance and range of motion (ROM) to minimize injury.  Once you minimize injury risk your body can work more efficiently towards that lean/toned look you may be looking for.

The following routine is a 30-30 strength circuit we performed recently during our boot camps powered by Workout Muse (Their is a FREE gift at the bottom of this post).  In order to adequately perform this routine you will need to have access to something to perform lying pulls (we used the Lebert Equilizer and TRX suspension trainer), dumbbells or kettlebells, and bands.

Here are the exercises we performed:

If you are new to exercise and/or have not exercised in the last 3-6 months start with level 1 of each of the following exercises.  You should consult with your physician prior to starting or changing your exercise habits.  You will want to perform up 4 rounds of each exercise at 30:30 work to rest ratio.  Watch the videos below to see how the HH Fitness Boot Campers did with this routine:

6:00 am session

8:10 am session

12:00 pm session

4:00 pm sesson

Yes, I even did this workout.  I even demonstrate some of the different levels during my routine

If you would like to get access to any of the equipment we used in this routine you can get them at the following links (Click on the Image):

The folks at Lebert Fitness have created a new coupon code for $10.00 off the purchase of a set of Lebert Equalizers (includes Beginner/Intermediate DVD and laminated poster) for you when you order online.  Just click the banner and enter coupon code EQ0210 at the checkout (valid until February 28, 2011)

TRX

Kettlebells from Perform Better

Resistance Bands

(Each of the links above are my affiliate links.  Should you purchase something I will receive a commission and I want to thank you for your purchase.  I would not recommend these companies if I did not truly believe in their products)

Dig Deep!

Heath Herrera, M.Ed., CSCS

HH Fitness

P.S. – Click on this link or Right Click to save to you Desktop to get a sample of the 30-30 music from Workout Muse: http://HHFitness.workoutmuse.com/mp3/3030Mayhem/3030Rock5MinSample.mp3.zip

P.P.S. –  To get you own Workout Muse Tracks Click the image below:

I initially purchased the Lebert Equalizer for my boot camps to give my members the ability to work on pulling movements without the use of weights.  Once I received the Equalizers I realized they could be used for more than just pulling movements.

Watch the video below to see the many uses you get with the Lebert Equalizer:

The folks at Lebert Fitness have created a new coupon code for $10.00 off the purchase of a set of Lebert Equalizers (includes Beginner/Intermediate DVD and laminated poster) for you when you order online.

Just click the banner and enter coupon code EQ0210 at the checkout (valid until February 28, 2011):

I will have a workout out for you later in the week in which we incorporate the Lebert Equalizer to strengthen and tone you back.

Committed to your health,

Heath Herrera, M.Ed., CSCS

P.S. – I am a proud affiliate of Lebert Fitness.

___ Have you told yourself that sugar and sweet treats will kill you? Avoid eating sweet treats by eating protein: Curb Sugar Cravings With Protein

___ If you have to bake holiday treats over the next two months, did you bake something low in sugar and high in fiber, protein and healthy fat? Remember that artificial sweetened foods are not any better. Stick with less real sugar or use Stevia and you’re body will look better. Here are some healthy recipe ideas for you: Healthy Protein Recipes

___ If you know you’re going to eat more carbs than your body needs at a holiday event, did you plan this into a carb cycling routine? The day prior, eat a lower carb diet, and then the day following, eat a no carb diet – Give yourself an extra point if you also did a damage control workout using Workout Automator (digital bootcamp-to-go), the Workout(s) of the Month (includes instructional workout videos), or the Soundtrack(s) of the Month (just interval workout music) powered by Workout Muse.

Enjoy the Holidays,

Heath Herrera, M.Ed., CSCS

HH Fitness

http://HHFitness.com

For each of the 10 fitness standards you meet in the outlined checklist below, you earn ONE point.

If your goal is to maintain your weight during the holidays, then you MUST achieve at least 5 total points each week.

If your goal is to reduce your weight and lose body fat during the holidays, then you MUST achieve at least 8 total points each week.

__ Did you set an appointment for all of your 3 available weekly bootcamp workouts just like you would for a work function or a family obligation?

__ Did you complete at least 2 out of 3 of your scheduled weekly bootcamp workouts?

__ If you missed a bootcamp workout, did you perform your own home/travel workout with both equipment and bodyweight exercise options using Workout Automator powered by Workout Muse?

__ If you had a sweet treat totaling at least 100 calories, did you perform 50 total burpees or 100 total squats in 5 minutes or less to best mitigate the damage? If you didn’t have a sweet treat, then give yourself a point here too!

__ If you only had 5 minutes to workout on a particular day, did you perform a 4-minute 20-10 Tabata Total Body Blast using Kettlebell Swings, Dumbbell Squat to Presses, Bodyweight Burpees, OR Band Squat to Rows as the exercise mode and use either the iWorkout Muse app or an Ultimate Tabatas Soundtrack powered by Workout Muse for timing and automation purposes?

__ If you had a high carb/reward meal at a holiday event, did you perform a damage control workout before or after the event using the current or past Workout(s) of the Month (includes instructional workout videos) or the Soundtrack(s) of the Month (just interval workout music) powered by Workout Muse? If you didn’t have a high carb/reward meal then give yourself a point here too!

__ Did you perform at least 30-60 minutes of additional low to moderate intensity activity outside of your daily workout routine like walking the dog, doing recreational sports, or playing with the kids?

__ Did you perform 2-3 additional cardio interval workouts on non-bootcamp workout days using the Warp Speed Fat Loss Soundtracks powered by Workout Muse including 60-120, 120-120, and 30-90 high-intensity interval training options to burn stubborn fat?

__ Did you perform daily corrective self-massage and stretching to improve tissue quality and flexibility, accelerate recovery, reduce the risk of injury, and feel better using MISSION: UNBREAKABLE powered by Workout Muse?

__ If you have a weak core and/or chronic back pain and want to build flat, sexy abs, did you perform at least one additional core stability workout using the 10-3 Core Stability Soundtrack powered by Workout Muse?

Committed to your health,

Heath Herrera, M.Ed., CSCS

HH Fitness

http://HHFitness.com

P.S. –  Stay tuned for part 2 – The Ultimate Holiday Survival Guide Nutrition Checklist

It’s one of those foods you look at and say, “I’m going to eat healthy, I think I’ll have the salmon.”

You’ve heard they’re a great source of protein and essential fatty acids.

That’s true.

But trust me, what you’re about to read is very disturbing.

Very.

Before you know it you might be eating a genetically modified fish that’s, well, kinda like salmon, I guess.

I know I won’t be eating it, that’s for sure!

Check out this article to discover the latest bad news about our food supply:

http://HHFitness.getprograde.com/genetically-modified-salmon.html

And by the way, if you want an ultra-potent and pure source of essential fatty acids, well, my partners over at Prograde have their awesome EFA Icon on sale this week. That and a couple other products, too. Check out the savings at: http://HHFitness.getprograde.com/specials.html

Committed to your health,

Heath Herrera, M.Ed., CSCS

PS – Next week Prograde is releasing their Brand New Chocolate flavor and Orange flavor Prograde Proteins! Stay tuned for details.

Time: 9:00 am until 12:00 pm

Location: Holy Family Church Hall, 245 S. Hidalgo (and San Antonio St.)

Approximately 50 Community Agencies!

FREE screenings to include dental, vision, blood pressure, diabetes, skin graphs, cholesterol, spinal screenings, body mass index, and the Lions Mobile Screening Unit presented by the NB Breakfast Lions, Baptist Health Mobile Unit, South Texas Blood and Tissue, Public Safety Information & Exhibits!

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Flu Vaccines by the Comal County Health Department

($20 fee — CHIP/Medicaid accepted).

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Aetna Better Health CHIP/Medicaid Application Assistance

Bring copies of children’s birth certificates and social security cards

Copies of last 2 check stubs of anyone working in family

In addition, NBPD Children’s Fingerprinting & Exhibits, NB Fire Dept. Safety Trailer, U.S. Army Rock Climb & Hummer, NBYMCA Moon Bounce. Mascots for the children!

Free entertainment and door prizes.

DJ The Stray Cats (Manny J and Little Cat)

Local Dignitaries:

State Representative Doug Miller

Mayor Bruce Boyer

Great NB Chamber Chair Larry Hammonds

LIVE AND IN PERSON—- Mistress of Ceremony, News 4 WOAI TV’s

Jacqueline Ortiz

For more information: Ramon Chapa, Jr. Chairman, 210-365-5250 or ramonchapajr@yahoo.com

HH Fitness Boot Camps feature 45-minute workouts for busy professionals and they guarantee to help you drop a dress or pant size in 21 days or your money back. The secret behind their training system is the cutting-edge concept of “metabolic” boot camp-style workouts. According to HH Fitness Owner Heath Herrera, M.Ed., CSCS  “A workout becomes metabolic when you perform a total body workout in alternating sets or circuit format that combines the muscle building benefits of resistance training with the cardiovascular benefits of cardio training. This produces a killer boot camp-style workout that will supercharge your metabolism for up to 48 hours post-workout, build lean muscle, blast belly fat, and get you into the best shape of your life with our 45-minute express workouts.”

HH Fitness currently offers classes in San Marcos at Diaz Martial Arts and Central Texas Medical Center. The launch of the new location at All Star Elite Cheerleading on Tuesday, September 14^th in New Braunfels will provide a great opportunity to get the New Braunfels community involved. All Star Elite Cheerleading is an indoor cheerleading academy with a spring loaded surface to accommodate all individuals – this is where the boot camp workouts will be taking place during non-peak hours.

HH Fitness also provides done-for-you registered dietician-approved rapid weight loss meal plans along with audio and video iPod compatible follow-along workout solutions to leave nothing to chance when it comes to their members’ goals. In addition, all campers have access to bi-monthly grocery store tour.

HH Fitness will be launching their newest location in New Braunfels on Tuesday, September 14^th at All Star Elite Cheerleading starting at 6:00 am. There is a mandatory 25 camper limit per class. To activate a free two-week trial to test-drive the program, email HHFitness@gmail.com or call 512-787-2219 today to reserve your spot. You can visit their website at www.HHFitness.com for more info.

Scott Colby, CPT just interviewed me recently for “Fit Pros Against Cancer.” My job: Help give away a TON of free fitness information to his listeners as they called into the show.

And I think I did a pretty good job.

You tell me… ; )

Here’s what we cover in just about 30 minutes…

1. How much fat can you burn (and inches can you lose) in just 6 days?…
2. How to make fatloss “easier” (not ‘easy’… but easier!)…
3. What to do about perimenopause and menopause stress and the fat-gain that comes with it… AND…
4. The “Stress-Free” dietplan for women who fight the “pooch” or who are going through perimenopause or menopause!
5. Is exercise worthless if you sit down while you work?…
6. What about fitness for “seniors”?… Can you gain muscle and shed fat past the age of 60?
7. An inhome exercise that lasts 7 minutes but that can increase the lifespan of women by up to 60%! …
8. The shocking truth about whole grains and disease…
9. The “myth” of shaping/building muscle AND dropping bodyfat at the same time… hear the TRUTH about this once and for all! …
10. How you can have your cake (literally!) and eat it too (i.e. get all the fatburning benefits while still enjoying desserts)…
11. How to “reboot” your key fatburning hormone using nothing more than the food in your refrigerator!…
12. This freee substance uses 90% or more of your calories… and you need more of it… find out what it is!…
13. The “Food Purist” versus the “Food Rebel”… which one are you?…
14. The one thing you can to TODAY without hardly any effort to improve your appearance and your health!…
15. 2 simple exercises you can do at work to remove back strain and improve your abs (yes… ABS!)…
16. Why the “baby boomer” generation is literally being left out of most fitness plans… and a plan that’s perfectly suited for all boomers!…
17. The 1 trick I use to workout without nagging injuries! …
18. Why exrercise decreases 1 critical sex-hormone… and what you can do to prevent it (even increase it!) …
19. The importance of strength over the age of 30 (it’s not what you think… and it’s VITAL!) …
20. And more!

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Several recent studies have pointed to the validity of doing very short cardio sessions (10 minutes) several times a day as being as beneficial… or even better… than one longer session. I agree, assuming you do some form of interval work in your cardio sessions. In fact, unless you want to drop a lot of bodyfat, you can get by with one 9-minute session a day if you do it right.

Quick Start: Try three super-short sessions with at least a 2-3 minute higher-intensity ‘burst’ in the middle. You do not have to go to the gym to do this. You can do this by walking stairs, stepping up and down on a low platform, or even walking outside. Let’s face it: 10 minutes is a lot easier on the brain than 30 minutes… and just as good.

For More Information: When you pick up my book The Every Other Day Diet you’ll have a chance to get my book 7 Minute Body for 1/3 the retail price for a limited time only.

In 7 Minute Body, I cover my personal 9 and 15-minute cardio sessions, my 3-minute abs workout (no kidding… I do not train my abs for more than 3 minutes!) and more.

Watch the presentation on my Every Other Day Diet homepage or just click here now to just pick up 7 Minute Body now.