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RESULTS fitness "Nashville's Boutique Personal Training/Group Fitness Studio" Grand Opening Celebration

2012-01-29T17:10:00.000-08:00

RESULTS fitness will be celebrating the grand opening of Nashville’s Boutique Personal Training and Group Fitness Studio on Saturday, February 11th from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM CST. Come see what all the “BUZZ” is about…there will be free classes, door prizes, workout swag, discounts, networking, special guests appearances, and MUCH, MUCH MORE!!!

Stay up-to-date with RESULTS @:
www.resultsfitness.me
www.twitter.com/RESULTSfitness2
www.facebook.com/NashvilleResultsFitness

ENERGY FITNESS by josh January 2012 Newsletter

2012-01-01T18:21:00.001-08:00

Happy 2012 Friends! I hope everyone had a very happy holiday season. And now it’s time to turn those fitness resolutions into a reality for 2012! And what better way to do that than with a brand new location…

Leann Fray and Josh Rogers are excited to announce the opening of RESULTS fitness, Nashville’s first boutique personal training/group fitness studio located at 1617 16th Avenue South. The renovated historic English tutor in the heart of Music Row includes a state of the art personal training facility, spin studio, group fitness studio, onsite massage therapy facility, BarreAmped Studio, and personal consultation area. The partners, Fray and Rogers have a combined 20 plus years in the fitness business, and have teamed up to offer several health/wellness services under one roof including Personal Training, Indoor Cycling, Ultimate RESULTS, Boot Camps, Yoga, RESULTS Circuit Training, Zumba, Stroll & Stretch, Weight Loss Programs, and much more. They are very excited to welcome Suzanne Bowen and BarreAmped to the location, as well as Bennie Mitchell of 16th Avenue Massage. The highly qualified and experienced trainers/instructors include Tirsa Pagano, Emily Jensen, Anthony Perkins, Caryn Klein, Kate Schettler, Scott Fray, Judy Richards, and Kandice King. The grand opening celebration will take place in February. However, come check us out before then and get your “fitness on!” For more information, visit www.resultsfitness.me or contact the studio @ 615.457.3644.

HALF MARATHON TRAINING PROGRAM
The 13.1 mile half marathon is a highly respected race among endurance athletes. The physiology of the half marathon is straightforward–it is a test of stamina. Keys to successful half marathons are to begin with a well-structured plan that properly incorporate your abilities and goals, and to follow the plan with consistency.
The 2012 Country Music Half Marathon will take place on Saturday, April 28th. For more info, visit http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/nashville.
The RESULTS fitness Half Marathon Training Program is appropriate for those who wish to run, run/walk, or walk the half marathon. DO NOT FEAR! Three months is plenty of time for novice athletes to prepare their minds and bodies to complete a half marathon. Remember, endurance athletes are not made overnight. People become half marathoners with intelligent consistent training.
Pre-Requisite for Enrolling: We ask that all participants be comfortable covering a 3 to 4 mile distance regardless of pace (run, walk/run, or walk).
Program Includes: * One coached “long run/walk” each week * 14 week training program * Performance T-Shirt * Support–a chance to meet new people who are taking the 13.1 mile challenge * Running/Walking Swag * 2 breakfast runs * & MUCH MORE…
Participant Cost: $200; Repeat Participant: $180; Register with a Friend: $170 (must be turned in together)
Kick off is Saturday, January 21st @ 8:00 AM @ RESULTS fitness (1617 16th Avenue South, Nashville, TN–short talk followed by a 3 mile course. Contact Josh Rogers @ 615.336.5403 or energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com to register.

Do you want to jumpstart your 2012 New Year Resolutions??? Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge and see how these amazing nutrition products can transform your body. To learn more about the challenge, visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com.

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Good Luck to Miss Kentucky America, Ann Blair Thornton, as she competes for the title of Miss America live on ABC on Saturday, January 14th @ 8:00 pm cst @ Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Please, go vote for Ann Blair as the “People’s Choice Award” @ www.missamerica.org. Also, best of luck to Miss Tennessee America, Erin Hately.
• Thanks to the Tennessean for the great article covering Franklin Road Academy’s Wellness Program, which featured FRA teachers/staff and myself.
• A BIG shout out to FRA for inviting me to come speak to their faculty/staff about “Healthy Tips and Tricks for Surviving the Holiday Season.” I hope the presentation helped you all make it through the holiday season without gaining that ONE pound!!!
• A BIG shout out to our new trainers and staff @ RESULTS fitness. Leann and I are looking forward to many years of success and lots of fun!!!
• Congratulations and Best Wishes to everyone celebrating a Birthday, Anniversary, Special Occasion, etc.

Happy New Year to you, your family, and that extra jiggle that somehow has showed up on your ________ (fill in the blank).
We're all super inundated with traditional New Year's resolutions this time of year: Through casual conversation, on TV and in the news, and most of all ... in our own heads (good ol' mind-body psychology 101)

And Why does the process of "just doing it" have to be so hard, why do we continually look for the magic pill, the magic piece of equipment, and/or the magic bullet?
Well it comes down to fundamentals, a system, support, and a smidge of want. You must know WHY you want to get into better shape, and then WANT to.
Get yourself a workout partner or program, get your butt moving, and let it happen ... stop fighting it.
Build momentum, feel better, and seek support and help.
That's it, the elusive "magic bullet."
We often spend more time thinking of a shortcut or looking for that "What the hell is that," TV gadget – that we could've been done with 3 workouts before we even get our butts up to buy the bogus gadget!
So my advice this year: Back to basics and old-fashioned moving. Moving is Step 1, moving with a purpose is Step 2. And so on.
I can't wait to share more stories and insight with you this year. I've got a ton of goodies on the way ... stay tuned and live with vigor & purpose.

Let’s ROCK 2012!

God Bless and Happy New Year, Friends!

COMMIT 2 be FIT,
Josh Rogers

RESULTS fitness Half Marathon Training Program

2011-12-06T19:28:00.000-08:00

The 13.1 mile half marathon is a highly respected race among endurance athletes. The physiology of the half marathon is straightforward–it is a test of stamina. Keys to successful half marathons are to begin with a well-structured plan that properly incorporate your abilities and goals, and to follow the plan with consistency.

The 2012 Country Music Half Marathon will take place on Saturday, April 28th. For more info, visit http://runrocknroll.competitor.com/nashville.

The RESULTS fitness Half Marathon Training Program is appropriate for those who wish to run, run/walk, or walk the half marathon. DO NOT FEAR! Three months is plenty of time for novice athletes to prepare their minds and bodies to complete a half marathon. Remember, endurance athletes are not made overnight. People become half marathoners with intelligent consistent training.

Pre-Requisite for Enrolling: We ask that all participants be comfortable covering a 3 to 4 mile distance regardless of pace (run, walk/run, or walk).

Program Includes: * One coached “long run/walk” each week * 14 week training program * Performance T-Shirt * Support–a chance to meet new people who are taking the 13.1 mile challenge * Running/Walking Swag * 2 breakfast runs * & MUCH MORE…

Participant Cost: $200; Repeat Participant: $180;  Register with a Friend: $170 (must be turned in together)

Kick off is Saturday, January 21st @ 8:00 AM @ RESULTS fitness (1617 16th Avenue South, Nashville, TN–short talk followed by a 3 mile course. Contact Josh Rogers @ 615.336.5403 or energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com to register.

What others are saying about RESULTS fitness Half Marathon Training:

“ I completed my first half marathon last year at 70 years old. I enjoyed the weekly coached run/walk every Saturday, as well as the weekly correspondence with my coaches. Not to mention, the delicious breakfasts after a couple of the courses!”

~2011 Participant

“ I had never walked more than 2 miles in my life! I completed the Country Music Marathon injury free and feeling great thanks to RESULTS fitness Half Marathon Training Program. I am already looking forward to next year’s event…

~2011 Participant

ENERGY FITNESS by josh Holiday Newsletter

2011-11-26T09:21:00.001-08:00

I can’t believe the holiday season is here! Hopefully, everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving feasts. I read where the average American consumes 4500 calories on Thanksgiving—and I believe I did my share. However, I did participate in the Belle Meade Boulevard Bolt (5 mile run) the morning of and an “After Turkey Burn” 90 minute spin class the following day. The average American gains two-seven pounds during the six week celebration between Thanksgiving and New Year. Don’t be the average person this year!!! Take advantage of one of my holiday specials below. Also, if you are looking for the perfect gift this holiday season, give the gift of fitness this season with a gift certificate from ENERGY FITNESS by josh.
 Buy 20 one hour Personal Training Sessions for $1200 and receive 1 free session.
 Small Group Personal Training (2-4 people—workout with a few of your friends/family members).
 Buy 20 half hour training sessions for $700 and receive 1 free session.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
• www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
• www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh

My last newsletter I let the cat out of the bag about the opening of RESULTS fitness—Nashville’s Boutique Personal Training/Group Fitness Studio. Construction is well underway and the equipment is scheduled to be delivered on December 16th. Needless to say, we are ecstatic! The grand opening will take place in January. Don’t worry, you all will be invited to the party and the invitations will go out soon. We are excited to welcome BarreAmped and 16th Avenue Massage to the RESULTS fitness family as well.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news/information from RESULTS fitness @:
www.resultsfitness.me
www.facebook.com/NashvilleResultsFitness
www.twitter.com/RESULTSfitness2

Want an extra boost to look ENERGY FIT this holiday season? Join the ViSalus Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose millions of pounds in a short amount of time. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information. Also, please help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 2,000 meals by the end of the year. Thanks for your generosity and support!
ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Congratulations to the 2012 Miss Mississippi USA, Myverick Garcia, and the 2012 Miss Mississippi Teen USA, Jessica Carter. I am looking forward to working with both of you in preparations for Miss USA and Miss Teen USA.
• Congratulations to the 2012 Miss Georgia USA, Jazz Wilkins, and the 2012 Miss Georgia Teen USA, Courtney Smits. I am looking forward to working with both of you!
• Attention Pageant Ladies… Professional Pageant Preparation Workshop will be held February 25, 2012. The Event will feature Miss America 2008, Kirsten Haglund; CEO of Pageant Planet & Marketing Yourself Expert, Steven Roddy; NYC Style Editor & Pageant Wear Expert, Emily Loftiss; Miss GA USA 2003 & Walking Expert, Erin Haney; Miss MS 2002, MS USA 2005, & Interview Expert, Jennifer Adcock; Founder of Energy Fitness by josh & Stage Fitness Expert, Josh Rogers; Miss Black USA 2008 & Celebrity Make-up Artist, Kristen White; Miss Georgia 2007 & Pageant Coach, Leah Massee Walker. There will also be expert instructors present to assist you with Talent Selection, Wardrobe, & Competition Paperwork. Registration will open soon! Also- We will be awarding several scholarships to this event. Contactprofessionalpageantprep@gmail.com.
• Congratulations to the 2012 Mrs. Tennessee America, Bethany Sharp, and the 2012 Mrs. Mississippi America, Allison Dossett.
• Congratulations to Jodi Troutt—FRA’s Fall 2011 Fittest Loser!!!
• To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.—Congratulations and Best Wishes!
• To everyone else, thanks for all your support and your commitment to be ENERGY FIT!!!

10 Tips to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

With the holiday season approaching, many of us find ourselves surrounded by festive food and the subsequent concern of weight gain. Studies have shown that the typical American may gain two to seven pounds over the six-week holiday season.

We may also find it harder to maintain our exercise program with all the holiday parties, shopping and travel. In addition, many people have much more stress during the holiday period, which can result in overeating as a "feel good" response.

The best way to avoid gaining weight over the holidays is to eat in moderation, keep a consistent exercise program and try my 10 tips to avoid holiday weight gain.

1. Stick to a regular routine with sleep and exercise. Many times feeling tired or stressed is mistaken for hunger.

2. Watch your alcohol intake. Alcoholic beverages contain "empty calories," offering little to no nutritional value and contributing to excess weight gain. Try having a seltzer with a lime twist or a glass of water between alcoholic drinks to help cut calories and remain well hydrated.

3. Eat a small, healthy meal before party time. It's a common misconception that you will lose weight by skipping meals. The truth is your metabolism slows down causing you to store body fat if calories are too limited for too long. Another negative result is that you are more likely to binge later at night resulting in greater weight gains.

4. Don't stand by the food at the party. You will be less likely to partake in unconscious snacking all night if you instead move, mingle and socialize with friends.

5. If you're hungry at the party, reach for the vegetables (without the dip), fruit or rye crackers. If you do host a party have plenty of water and low-calorie snacks available.

6. Eat slowly. It takes about 20 minutes for the stomach to register a "full" sensation and signal the brain that it's had enough. Slow down and listen to your body.

7. Set goals and keep a food diary. Plan your weekly food intake and calorie count to include those treats or Christmas cookies in your diet -- in moderation, of course. Don't totally avoid sweets and holiday food; just plan for it and eat more fruit and vegetables during the week to allow for this. With this plan you can also avoid the guilty feeling afterward that can add to your stress level.

8. Eat protein. Quality protein includes lean meats, seafood, chicken, turkey, eggs, yogurt and low-fat cheeses. Protein will help you feel full and control your appetite.

9. Try to stay consistent with your workout routine. Don't fall prey to the excuse that you'll get back on track after New Years Day or when the weather warms up again. You may need to modify your program for the busy holidays. Do what you can, but keep it up, trying new fitness activities and cross training to keep things fresh and fun. Seek out a professional to help you with your program if you need motivation.

10. Always remain positive. If you do have a "bad" day, don't worry or stress about it. Just get back on track the next day.

Maybe this can be the year your New Year's resolution doesn't include dropping those extra holiday pounds.

Wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous 2012!!!

Commit 2 be FIT,
Josh Rogers

ENERGY FITNESS by josh November Newsletter

2011-10-22T16:13:00.000-07:00

I must confess that this is my favorite newsletter to date. Why I am sure you are wondering? Those of you that have known me very long know that I have always dreamed of owning and operating my very own boutique fitness studio. After years and years of hard work, sweat and tears, and searching for a like minded business partner…the time has finally arrived!!! I am very excited to share the exciting news that I have been keeping a secret for a while now…my business partner, Leann Fray, and I are opening a boutique personal training/group fitness studio called RESULTS fitness.

RESULTS fitness is a boutique-style personal training company located in the heart of Music Row in Nashville, TN with a variety of group fitness classes, boot camps, and weight loss programs for people of all shapes and sizes. The partners, Josh Rogers and Leann Fray have a combined 20 plus years in the fitness business, and have teamed up to offer several health/wellness services under one roof. RESULTS fitness is a personal training/group fitness company devoted to providing personalized services tailored to each client and his/her needs, maintaining a leading edge in the industry through eclectic, innovative fitness techniques, and remaining up-to-date on current research in the health and fitness fields.

Construction is underway. Stay tuned for updates and your invitation to the Grand Opening Celebration, which will take place the first of January.

As I begin this new chapter in my life, I am very humbled and grateful for this unique opportunity and the challenges that lay ahead of me in my venture. However, I want to thank all of you for your support, encouragement, and love. After all, this would still be no more than a dream if it wasn’t for your belief in me and constant love and support.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news/information from RESULTS fitness @:

www.resultsfitness.me

www.facebook.com/NashvilleResultsFitness

www.twitter.com/RESULTSfitness2

It is hard to believe that the holidays are just around the corner. Make sure that you are looking “ENERGY FIT” for the holiday season by taking advantage of one of my “Holiday Specials:”

· Buy 20 one hour Personal Training Sessions for $1200 and receive 1 free session.

· Small Group Personal Training (2-4 people—workout with a few of your friends/family members).

· Buy 20 half hour training sessions for $700 and receive 1 free session.

· Gift Certificates available.

Congratulations to the 2012 Miss Tennessee USA, Jessica Hibler, and the 2012 Miss Tennessee Teen USA, Shanese Brown. I am looking forward to working with you both this year…

Attention Pageant Ladies Again… Professional Pageant Preparation Workshop will be held February 25, 2012. The Event will feature Miss America 2008, Kirsten Haglund; CEO of Pageant Planet & Marketing Yourself Expert, Steven Roddy; NYC Style Editor & Pageant Wear Expert, Emily Loftiss; Miss GA USA 2003 & Walking Expert, Erin Haney; Miss MS 2002, MS USA 2005, & Interview Expert, Jennifer Adcock; Founder of Energy Fitness by josh & Stage Fitness Expert, Josh Rogers; Miss Black USA 2008 & Celebrity Make-up Artist, Kristen White; Miss Georgia 2007 & Pageant Coach, Leah Massee Walker. There will also be expert instructors present to assist you with Talent Selection, Wardrobe, & Competition Paperwork. Registration will open soon! Also- We will be awarding several scholarships to this event. Contact professionalpageantprep@gmail.com.

Want an extra boost to look ENERGY FIT this holiday season? Join the ViSalus Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose millions of pounds in a little over two short years. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information. Also, please help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 2,000 meals by the end of the year. Thanks for your generosity and support!

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:

· Check out my monthly fitness column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. To order your subscription, visit www.nashvillelifestlyes.com.

· Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Mississippi USA and Miss Mississippi Teen USA Pageants on November 3rd—5th in Tunica, Mississippi. Special shout outs to Keeley Patterson, 2011 Miss Mississippi USA, and Sarah Bobo, 2011 Miss Mississippi Teen USA—it was an honor to work with both of you this year. You both made me a proud trainer!

· Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Georgia USA and Miss Georgia Teen USA Pageants on November 17th—19th in Catersville. Special shout outs to Kaylin Reque, 2011 Miss Georgia USA, and Kristen Robinson, 2011 Miss Georgia Teen USA—you both will always be my Georgia Peaches! Proud of you both!!!

· Good Luck to all the women competing in the Mrs. Tennessee America and Mrs. Mississippi America Pageants in Tunica, Mississippi on November 11th—13th.

· I judged the 2012 Miss Ohio USA and Teen USA Pageants in Portsmith, Ohio last month. A special thanks to Melissa Pitchford for such a fun and exciting weekend. Congratulations to Audrey Bolte, 2012 Miss Ohio USA, and Kendall Fein, 2012 Miss Ohio Teen USA. I am looking forward to cheering you both on @ Miss USA and Miss Teen USA!

· A special shout out to all the FRA Fittest Loser Participants…I appreciate all your hard work and dedication. I am excited to see who the Fittest Loser will be @ the conclusion of the competition later this month!!!

· To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc. this month—Congratulations and Best Wishes! BTW, my birthday is November 9th…

Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and Happy Thanksgiving!!! Until next time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,

Josh Rogers

ENERGY FITNESS by josh October Newsletter

2011-10-01T15:48:00.001-07:00

Happy Fall Y’all! I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful weather! It is hard to believe that the holidays are just around the corner. Make sure that you are looking “ENERGY FIT” for the holiday season by taking advantage of one of my “Holiday Specials:”
• Buy 20 one hour Personal Training Sessions for $1200 and receive 1 free session.
• Small Group Personal Training (2-4 people—workout with a few of your friends/family members).
• Buy 20 half hour training sessions for $700 and receive 1 free session.
• Gift Certificates available.

I will not be offering group fitness classes @ A Game Sports Complex. Stay tuned for a new group fitness schedule with lots of new classes and boot camps.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
• www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
• www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh.com
Attention all you Facebook users…Please, take a moment to “like” RESULTS Fitness fan page @ www.facebook.com/NashvilleResultsFitness. Stay tuned for some exciting news…

Attention Pageant Ladies…Dale Smith Thomas will be hosting a Boot Camp for Beauty Queens on October 14th & 15th. For more information contact her @ dale@winnersbychoice.com.

Attention Pageant Ladies Again… Professional Pageant Preparation Workshop will be held February 25, 2012. The Event will feature Miss America 2008, Kirsten Haglund; CEO of Pageant Planet & Marketing Yourself Expert, Steven Roddy; NYC Style Editor & Pageant Wear Expert, Emily Loftiss; Miss GA USA 2003 & Walking Expert, Erin Haney; Miss MS 2002, MS USA 2005, & Interview Expert, Jennifer Adcock; Founder of Energy Fitness by Josh & Stage Fitness Expert, Josh Rogers; Miss Black USA 2008 & Celebrity Make-up Artist, Kristen White; Miss Georgia 2007 & Pageant Coach, Leah Massee Walker. There will also be expert instructors present to assist you with Talent Selection, Wardrobe, & Competition Paperwork. Registration will open soon! Also- We will be awarding several scholarships to this event. Contact professionalpageantprep@gmail.com.

Want an extra boost to look ENERGY FIT this holiday season? Join the ViSalus Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 10 million pounds in a little over two short years. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information. Also, please help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 2,000 meals by the end of the year. Thanks for your generosity and support!

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Check out my monthly fitness column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. To order your subscription, visit www.nashvillelifestlyes.com.
• Good Luck to all the contestants competing in the 2012 Miss Tennessee USA and Miss Tennessee Teen USA Pageants in Clarksville, TN on October 7th and 8th. You can watch online @ www.theleafchronicle.com. Special shout outs to Ashley Durham, the reigning Miss Tennessee USA, and Kaitlin White, the reigning Miss Tennessee Teen USA, on very successful and memorable reigns. The new queens have some BIG shoes to fill…
• A special thanks to Kristy Belcher Photography for shooting my new website/fitness photos and headshots. I can’t wait to share them! If you are looking for new headshots, an album cover shoot, or any other photography, she’s the BEST! Visit her website @ www.kristybelcher.com.
• To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc. this month—Congratulations and Best Wishes!

Your Guide to the Best Holiday Fitness Gift Ideas

With the holidays sneaking up on us, I have decided to spend the next couple of months highlighting potential fitness gifts for the “fitness enthusiast or wanna-be” in your family/circle of friends. Fitness gifts aren't for everyone, of course, but if there's an exerciser in your life, chances are there's something he or she wants to make workouts more efficient and more fun. If you need gift ideas for the fitness enthusiast in your life, below are some thoughts on what exercisers really want this year. From heart rate monitors to fancy towels, you'll find it here over the course of the next two months:
1. Heart Rate Monitor:
A heart rate monitor is an excellent tool for any exerciser who wants to get the most out of his or her workout. There are a variety of options out there, but you'll definitely want one that has a heart rate strap so your exerciser can see a continuous heart rate at a glance. If he's a gear head, he might want a fancy GPS model which can track pace, location, speed etc. If she's into fitness and counting calories, she might enjoy a lighter version, like the Polar F6.

2. Personal Training Sessions:
Keep in mind that not everyone would be thrilled to get personal training sessions. So you shouldn't get someone sessions just because you want them to exercise or be healthy. However, this can be a great gift if your loved one has expressed interest in training but is reluctant to spend the money or intimidated to try it. In fact, many of my clients give friends and family personal training sessions for birthdays and holidays. Each trainer will charge a different fee for sessions, but expect to pay around $50 to $100 per session. You might want to give one or two sessions and let them decide if they want more, or offer to train with them in group sessions.

3. Gym Membership:
Like other fitness gifts, a gym membership isn't for everyone. Giving someone a gym membership because you want them to workout may cause instant relationship problems (perhaps, even violence). However, if they've been talking about joining a gym, you're in the clear. Before you commit to anything, find out exactly what they're looking for - Location, amenities, classes, etc. Another option is to get them a coupon for free tours of gyms nearby and let them browse before you buy.

4. Hydryx Workout Towel:
OK, so giving someone a workout towel seems a little lame. But this towel is actually pretty cool...literally. Once you take it out of the included tube, it instantly cools to help keep your workouts more comfortable. It's great for the gym, which can get steamy with all that body heat, or for summertime workouts as well. What a great idea and a perfect choice for the exerciser who has everything.

Stay tune next month for more great fitness gifts...

Until next time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers

ENERGY FITNESS by josh September Newsletter

2011-08-28T12:17:00.000-07:00

I can’t believe we are saying “good bye” to summer and “hello” to fall. I don’t know about you all, but I am excited about welcoming some cooler weather and of course, football season. This fall is going to be an extremely busy one for ENERGY FITNESS by josh…the state USA pageants will be in full swing and I am very excited to share some exciting news about a BIG project that I have been working on. I can’t wait to reveal the secret and share with you all very soon. Stay tuned…

I wanted to invite you all to participate in several events that I will be a part of the next couple of months. The first one is a Boot Camp in Memphis, which is geared towards actors, models, pageant girls, etc. I will be conducting the fitness/nutrition segment. The event is scheduled for Saturday, September 17th in Memphis, Tennessee. For more information, contact Leah Massee Walker @ lrmassee@yahoo.com.

I am excited to announce that the original Boot Camp for Beauty Queens will team up once again for an event in Nashville, TN on October 14th and 15th. This is the first time in the past couple of years that we have offered this event due to our hectic schedules. We are excited to be back together and have several tricks up our sleeve! Spots fill up fast! Reserve your spot by contacting Shanna Teel Purkey @ shannapurkey@att.net.

The holidays are just around the corner. Make sure that you are looking ENERGY FIT!!! Take advantage of one of my fall specials:
• Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions @ $1200 and receive 1 free session.
• Buy 25 Personal Training Sessions @ $1500 and receive 2 free sessions.
• ENERGY FITNESS by josh is now offering ½ hour training sessions—Single Session: $40; 10 Sessions: $380; 20 Sessions: $700.
• Join me for a bootie kicking workout in my group fitness class on Monday & Wednesday @ 6:00 pm @ A Game—215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067. Cost is $15 per class.

Want an extra boost to look ENERGY FIT this fall? Join the ViSalus Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 8 million pounds in a little over two short years. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information.
Please, help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 2,000 meals by the end of the year. Thanks for your generosity and support!

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
• www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
• www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh.com

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Check out my monthly fitness column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. To order your subscription, visit www.nashvillelifestlyes.com.
• Attention Miss/Teen Tennessee USA Contestants: I am offering Fitness Consultations on Saturday, September 10th after orientation in Clarksville. Time is limited due to the activities of the day, but I will block out enough time to accommodate as many consults as I can. Those of you not in the Middle Tennessee area, this will be a great time for you to take advantage of this opportunity. Appointments will be based on a first come, first serve basis. Contact me ASAP to book your appointment.
• Congratulations to Tiffany Love, Mrs. Georgia United States, on placing 1st runner-up @ the Mrs. United States Pageant in Las Vegas, Nevada.
• Congratulations to Randi Strong, Miss Tennessee Teen International, on winning the fitness award and placing among the top 10 finalist @ Miss Teen International.
• Special shout-outs to Erin Landherr, Miss Kentucky Outstanding Teen, and Madison Snipes, Miss Tennessee Outstanding Teen, on representing their respective states at the Miss America Outstanding Teen Pageant in Orlando, Fl.
• Thanks to Tiara Magazine for selecting me as one of the 100 Most Beautiful and Influential People in the Industry. I am very honored and humbled by the recognition.
• To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc. this month—Congratulations and Best Wishes!
• And here’s the BIGGEST shout out…to all of you for being ENERGY FIT and FABULOUS!!!

Quote of the month:
“One of life's mysteries is how a two-pound box of candy can make a woman gain five pounds.”

Until next time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers

ENERGY FITNESS by josh August Newsletter

2011-07-29T21:21:00.000-07:00

WOW! Summer is cruising right along…I can’t believe it is already August! And thank goodness we are going to have an NFL season to look forward to this fall. Go Titans!!! You still have another month to take advantage of one of ENERGY FITNESS by josh’s Summer Specials. After all, there are another couple of months of bikini weather here in the South…
Summer Specials:
• Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions @ $1200 and receive 1 free session.
• Unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the month of July for $100 (Regularly $15 per class).
Schedule: Monday/Wednesday @ 6:00 pm cst @ A Game (215 Gothic Court Franklin, TN).
• ENERGY FITNESS by josh is now offering ½ hour training sessions—Single Session: $40; 10 Sessions: $380; 20 Sessions: $700.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
• www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
• www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh.com

Transform your life with the ViSalus Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. Want to lose weight, tone up, or just get healthy? See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 7 million pounds in a little over two short years. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information.
Please, help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 2,000 meals by the end of the year. Thanks for your generosity and support!

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Check out my monthly fitness column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. To order your subscription, visit www.nashvillelifestlyes.com.
• ENERGY FITNESS by josh was well represented @ the 2011 Miss Teen USA Pageant in the Bahamas @ the Atlantis Resort. Congratulations to Kristen Robinson, Miss Georgia Teen USA, on her top 15 placement. Also, BIG shout-outs to Rae Williams, Miss Alabama Teen USA; Sarah Bobo, Miss Mississippi Teen USA; and Kaitlin White, Miss Tennessee Teen USA.
• Congratulations to Ann Blair Thornton, 2011 Miss Kentucky America and Preliminary Swimsuit Winner.
• Best of Luck to all the ladies competing in the Mrs. United States Pageant this week in Las Vegas! Congratulations to Tennessee’s own, Rachel Juillerat on a successful reign as the 2010 Mrs. United States.
• A BIG shout-out to my client Devin Grissom, she is the lead on the reality show “Sweet Home Alabama.” Check the show out on CMT every Thursday @ 8 pm cst.
• To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc. this month—Congratulations and Best Wishes!
• And here’s the BIGGEST shout out…to all of you for being ENERGY FIT and FABULOUS!!!

The Top 10 Fitness Myths You're Probably Wrong About
www.fitnessmagazine.com

Think water flushes toxins out of your body? Think it's crucial to stretch before a workout? Think again.
Here, the most popular fitness and diet myths you've bought into -- and why they (and you) are wrong.

Myth 1: Drinking water can help you lose weight
Fact: Many sources tout drinking copious amounts of water to be the all-curing panacea of the Gods. If you've heard that drinking lots of water improves your skin tone, or that it flushes toxins from your body, you know what we're talking about. But the fact of the matter is, the evidence for such catch-all health benefits is lacking.
Doctors at the University of Pennsylvania have found that both the aforementioned "benefits" simply aren't true. Another myth is that drinking lots of water will make you less hungry. Sorry to tell you this -- you may eat less because you're too busy trucking back and forth between the bathroom and dinner table, but that's about it.
Oh, and that whole "recommended eight glasses a day" thing? Also false. You should drink only when you're thirsty, and this is done just to replace the amount of water a healthy adult loses every day -- about four to six glasses.

Myth 2: Stretching before working out is crucial to preventing injury
Fact: Stretching after a workout can be beneficial, but stretching before a workout actually doesn't increase your range of motion. In fact, some studies suggest that stretching destabilize muscles, making them less prepared for strenuous exercise, especially if you're doing something like weight-lifting. Instead, do a warm-up, which gets your blood pumping.

Myth 3: Vegetarian diets are healthier than meat-inclusive ones
Fact: Sure, eating lots of veggies is healthy. But in general, cutting out an entire food group -- even if it is one that can be high in saturated fat -- is bad idea. Meat is a key source of iron, which keeps your energy levels up, allows you to think clearly, and produces enzymes that fight infection. Moreover, researchers at Pennsylvania State University have shown that iron deficiency increases a woman's risk for postpartum depression.
Vegetarians often try to get their iron fix through lentils, beans, fortified cereals and tofu. However, you're still missing protein. Make sure to eat eggs, dairy products, or soy at every meal to get your animal-friendly dose.

Myth 4: Lifting weights will make you look bulky
Fact: If you've been avoiding the free weights for fear of becoming the Incredible Hulk, no need to flee anymore. When it comes to increasing muscle size, testosterone is key. Men have 20 to 30 times the more testosterone than women, which is why they can bulk up so noticeably. But for you to reach Arnold Schwarzenegger proportions would require you to do far more weight-lifting than the average woman, plus have some sort of hormone imbalance (either genetic or synthetically induced, as with steroids).
In fact, "strength training will help you lose weight faster and keep it off in the long run," notes Jeffrey Janot, PhD, an assistant professor of exercise physiology at South Dakota State University in Brookings. If you also do cardio, it'll help you retain muscle as you drop fat, as well as prevent your metabolism from slowing. So don't focus all your efforts on the elliptical machine -- some bicep curls could actually help you reach your ultimate goal.

Myth 5: Sports bras are just to prevent painful bounce
Fact: Wrong -- sports bras are to prevent painful bounce and permanent breast sag. That's right -- it's not just old age and gravity that'll weigh your chest down. High-impact activities, like jogging or aerobics, can stress your Cooper's ligaments (the connective tissue that keeps breasts firm), causing your breasts to sag more quickly.
According to the American Council on Exercise, compression bras work best for smaller-busted women; the more well-endowed (typically a C cup or larger) should opt for an "encapsulation" bra that supports each breast separately. Replace workout bras every six months to a year.

Myth 6: A hot bath will prevent muscle soreness
Fact: Cold water is a better bet, says Marty Jaramillo, CEO of the I.C.E. Sports Health Group. "Immersing yourself in chilled water is like an ice pack for your entire body," he says.
When you exercise, your blood vessels open wider and stay that way for at least an hour afterward. Soreness occurs when waste products like lactic acid settle in your muscles through these dilated vessels. Colder temps constrict vessels, limiting the amount of waste product that accumulates, explains Jaramillo.

Myth 7: Running is counterproductive to strength training
Fact: Sounds like you need to find a new trainer! "Running is definitely not counterproductive to building muscle, unless you're looking to dramatically increase muscle mass," says Gregory Florez, CEO of FitAdvisor.com. "In fact, as a weight-bearing exercise, running helps develop more lean muscle mass in the lower body -- which also keeps your bones healthy."
That doesn't mean it's a substitute for strength training, though. "Include lower-body strength moves like squats and lunges and upper-body moves like push-ups and pull-ups to reduce injury risk, increase stamina, and boost metabolism," adds Florez.

Myth 8: Holding weights while doing cardio increases calorie burn
Fact: Yes, but not enough to make it worthwhile. The added intensity of holding weights while doing cardio does bump your calorie burn slightly, but it can also lead to elbow and shoulder injuries. "The risks outweigh the benefits," says Douglas Brooks, an exercise physiologist in Mammoth Lakes, California. "You'll expend more energy if you increase the weight you carry, but excessive or uncontrolled movements can damage the joints or cause muscle injury."
A better option for blasting extra calories: Increase your speed or resistance level on either the treadmill or the elliptical machine.

Myth 9: Fresh fruit is better than frozen fruit
Fact: Actually, no. "With shipping and storage, fresh fruit can often sit around for as long as two weeks before it hits your supermarket," says Suzanne Henson, RD, director of the University of Alabama at Birmingham's EatRight Weight Management Program. "During that time, it can lose a lot of its nutrients, especially vitamin C."
In contrast, frozen fruit is often picked and frozen at the peak of freshness. It's also a better choice for concocting smoothies. But watch out for frozen fruits in syrup -- it packs extra calories.

Myth 10: Doing crunches and ab workouts will get rid of belly fat
Fact: You can do crunches till you pass out, and you still might not get a six-pack. Why? If you have a high percentage of body fat, your abs will be covered with -- you guessed it -- fat. And no, doing ab exercises won't necessarily make you lose that belly fat, either. The truth is, you can't spot-train (otherwise, wouldn't we all be running around with flat stomachs and slim thighs?). In order to get visibly toned abs, you have to first reduce your overall body fat, which means plenty of cardio, coupled with strength training for faster results. After that, the fruits of your labor should start becoming apparent.

Until next time, have a great August Peeps and stay ENERGY FIT…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers

Congrats to Ann Blair Thornton, 2011 Miss Kentucky America and Preliminary Swimsuit Winner...

2011-07-28T13:16:00.000-07:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh Representing @ Miss Teen USA...

2011-07-28T13:09:00.000-07:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh was well represented @ the 2011 Miss Teen USA Pageant in the Bahamas @ the Atlantis Resort. Congrats to Kristen Robinson, Miss Georgia Teen USA, on her top 15 placement. Also, shout outs to Rae Williams, Miss Alabama Teen USA; Sarah Bobo, Miss Mississippi Teen USA; and Kaitlin White, Miss Tennessee Teen USA.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh July Newsletter

2011-07-10T10:32:00.000-07:00

I hope you all had a wonderful 4th of July holiday! After all the cookouts, vacations, and living foot loose and fancy free it is time to get those sun kissed booties back in gear! There is still time to take advantage of one of ENERGY FITNESS by josh’s “Summer Specials.” After all, we still have another 3 months of bikini weather here in Middle Tennessee.
Summer Specials:
• Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions @ $1200 and receive 1 free session.
• Unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the month of July for $100 (Regularly $15 per class).
Schedule: Monday/Wednesday @ 6:00 pm cst @ A Game (215 Gothic Court Franklin, TN).
• ENERGY FITNESS by josh is now offering ½ hour training sessions—Single Session: $40; 10 Sessions: $380; 20 Sessions: $700.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
• www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
• www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh.com

Transform your life with the ViSalus Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. Want to lose weight, tone up, or just get healthy? See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 7 million pounds in a little over two short years. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information.
Please, help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 2,000 meals by the end of the year. Thanks for your generosity and support!

ENERGY FITNESS by josh was well represented @ the 2011 Miss USA pageant in Las Vegas, Nevada. BIG shout outs to 1st Runner-Up, Ashley Durham–Miss Tennessee USA; 2nd Runner-Up, Madeline Mitchell–Miss Alabama USA; Top 15 Semi-Finalist, Kaylin Reque–Miss Georgia USA; and Keeley Patterson–Miss Mississippi USA. It was such an honor to be a part of your journey to this prestigious event. I wish you all much continued success as you begin the next chapter of your young lives. Also, congratulations to our new Miss USA, Alyssa Campanella from California. Go win the Miss Universe crown, so Ash can take over Miss USA duties…no pressure!!!

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Good Luck to my ENERGY FIT girls @ Miss Teen USA: Rae Williams, Miss Alabama Teen USA; Kristen Robinson, Miss Georgia Teen USA; Sarah Bobo, Miss Mississippi Teen USA; and Kaitlin White, Miss Tennessee Teen USA. Make sure to tune into the live webcast on Saturday, July 16th @ www.missteenusa.com. You can vote for one of the top 15 semi-finalists by logging onto www.missteenusa.com.
• Check out my monthly fitness column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. To order your subscription, go to www.nashvillelifestyles.com.
• Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the 2011 Miss Kentucky America Pageant this weekend in Lexington, KY. Congrats to Djuan Trent on a great year! You made us proud, Sugar Foot!
• Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Teen, Miss, and Mrs. United States Pageants later this month and the first of August in Las Vegas, Nevada. Special shout outs to Mrs. Tennessee United States, Amanda Sekulow; Mrs. Mississippi United States, Hope Campbell; Mrs. Georgia United States, Tiffany Love; Miss Alabama United States, Stormi Henderson; and Miss Teen Alabama United States, Aleigha Brown.
• Congratulations to the 2011 Miss Tennessee America, Erin Hatley.
• A very, very special shout out to my sister and brother-in-law, Kayla and Mike Daniels, on the birth of their daughter, Maggie Kay Daniels. As everyone can tell by all the pics, posts, etc. on facebook and twitter, I am a little obsessed with my precious niece!!! And just for the record, she will not be doing any toddler and tiara pageants—I am just saying!!!
• To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc. this month—Congratulations and Best Wishes!

I wanted to share a very humorous joke (fitness related of course) forwarded to me by my good friend and fraternity brother, Steve Thornton.
An older man, not in the best physical condition, asked the Trainer in the gym, "I want to impress that young beautiful girl. Which machine should I use?"

The trainer replied, "The ATM machine at the bank across the street."

Thanks for the laugh, Steve!

Until next time…here’s to an ENERGY FIT Summer Body…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers

Miss USA 2011

2011-06-21T13:47:00.000-07:00

WOW! I just returned home from the 60th Anniversary Miss USA Pageant. It was the best show to date, which the ratings prove accurate. Congratulations to the Miss Universe Organization on an amazing event! I am soo very proud of all my clients. ENERGY FITNESS by josh was well represented in the final telecast. BIG shout outs to 1st Runner-Up, Ashley Durham--Miss Tennessee USA; 2nd Runner-Up, Madeline Mitchell--Miss Alabama USA; Top 15 Semi-Finalist, Kaylin Reque--Miss Georgia USA; and Keeley Patterson--Miss Mississippi USA. It was such an honor to be a part of your journey to this prestigious event. I wish you all much continued success as you begin the next chapter of your young lives. Also, congratulations to our new Miss USA, Alyssa Campanella from California. Go win the Miss Universe crown, so Ash can take over Miss USA duties...no pressure!!!

ENERGY FITNESS by josh June Newsletter

2011-05-23T19:15:00.000-07:00

Summer is here…Time to show off those “ENERGY FIT” bodies that you have been working so hard for!!!

Keep that flat stomach and those buns of steel by taking advantage of one of my “June Specials:”

· Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions for $1200 and receive 1 free training session.

· I will now be offering ½ hour training sessions for $40 per session; 10 sessions for $380; or 20 sessions for $700.

· I want to offer a Summer Boot Camp on MWF mornings (6 or 7 AM) and/or MW evenings (6 pm). Cost would be $15 per class or $100 for unlimited classes for the month. Group discounts available. Contact me ASAP if you are interested…

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:

· www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com

· www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com

· www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh

· www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh.com

Leann Fray and I of RESULTS fitness will offer one “Boot Camp in the Park” this month on Saturday, June 4th @ 7:30 AM @ Centennial Park by the Parthenon. Cost is $20. Come join us for some fun in the park…

Transform your life with the ViSalus Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. Want to lose weight, tone up, or just get healthy? See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 4 million pounds in two short years. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information.

Please, help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 2,000 meals by the end of the year. Thanks for your generosity and support!

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:

· Good Luck to my ENERGY FIT ladies @ Miss USA: Keeley Patterson, Miss Mississippi USA; Ashley Durham, Miss Tennessee USA; Madeline Mitchell, Miss Alabama USA; Kaylin Reque, Miss Georgia USA; and Kia Hampton, Miss Kentucky USA. Make sure to tune into the live telecast on Sunday, June 19th on NBC from Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada and see who will be crowned Miss USA 2011. You can vote for one of the top 15 semi-finalists by logging onto www.usa.com. I will be posting pics on facebook and my blog from the competition.

· Check out my monthly fitness column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. To order your subscription, go to www.nashvillelifestyles.com.

· Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Tennessee America Pageant later this month in Jackson, TN.

· Congratulations to Tiffany Love, 2011 Mrs. Georgia United States!

· I can’t wait till June 9th, which is the due date of my baby niece, Maggie Kay Daniels. Congrats to my sister and brother-in-law, Kayla and Mike Daniels! I can’t wait to spoil her rotten! I will be posting pics on FB and my blog. Stay tuned…

· To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc. this month—Congratulations and Best Wishes!

I stumbled upon this great article and wanted to share it with you all. Warning…your mouth is going to water!!! Make sure to click on the bold words for delicious recipe ideas. ENJOY!!!

Ten Healthy Summer Foods That Won’t Break the Bank
By: Brie Cadman (View Profile)

Eating fresh, local, and in-season foods couldn’t be any easier than it is during the summertime. Fruit seems to drip off trees, vines burst with red and golden tomatoes, and yellow zucchini blossoms give way to long tubes of green. Whether you get your goods from the farmer’s market, a roadside stand, or your own backyard, the following ten seasonal fruits and vegetables are some of the healthiest and easiest to incorporate into your diet. What’s more, most of them are at their cheapest during the summer—running about a mere dollar or so per serving—making eating well as inexpensive as it is enjoyable.

1. Watermelons
Composed of about 90 percent water, sweet watermelons are an easy way to stay hydrated during the hot summer months. They also pack in nutrients, including vitamin A, B6, and C. In addition, watermelon, like most melons, is rich in antioxidants such as lycopene and citrulline. Researchers have also recently found that watermelon has “Viagra-like” properties, helping to relax blood vessels and even increase libido. As if eating it wasn’t exciting enough! Blended watermelon makes a refreshing drink, served plain or with a kick.

2. Tomatoes
A vine-ripened tomato, plucked straight from the plant, is arguably the ultimate summertime treat. (Peaches and cherries also vie for the title.) And full of vitamin C, beta carotene, and lycopene, tomatoes are nutritional powerhouses. Their versatility makes them easy to incorporate into many meals, and because they’re so prolific during the summer, farm fresh fruits are usually well-priced. Try them in pico-de-gallo salsa, cool down on a hot evening with healthful gazpacho, or try a simple caprese salad.

3. Berries
Berries are at their sweetest and juiciest during the warm summer months, and because there are so many varieties out there, you’ll never run out of options and tastes. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, gooseberries, blackberries … the list goes on. All berries are low in calories, high in vitamin C (with strawberries being the highest), and a good source of antioxidants and fiber. Some berries, like raspberries, can be relatively pricey, but if you’re near the woods or even an unkempt yard, free berry options abound! They’re great in sweet classics like blueberry muffins or in savory dishes like blackberry

4. Peppers
Though peppers are available year-round, they are most flavorful and inexpensive during the summer, when they’re in season. Sweet bell peppers, especially the yellow and red varieties, are packed with vitamin A, C, B6, and fiber. Chili peppers are no wimps when it comes to nutrition, either. In addition to containing the same vitamins and antioxidants as sweet peppers, spicy peppers have been shown to reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Sweet peppers are delicious skewered and barbequed; chili peppers give this nopalita salad a bite.

5. Peaches
Growing up I had a peach tree in the backyard, and during July and August the tree would become so laden with fruit, we had to prop up the branches with sticks. I used to average around two peaches a day, and their sweet, juicy flavor is one that, for me, as with many people, is closely associated with summer. Taste alone is reason to eat them, but they’re also high in vitamin C and A, a good source of fiber and antioxidants, and contain lutein and zeaxanthin, which might prevent age-related macular degeneration. Try them in smoothies and in peach cobbler.

6. Squash
Summer squash, including zucchini, crookneck, and patty pan (roundish ones) are high in manganese and vitamin C, and a good source of many other nutrients, including vitamin A and B. They’re low in calories and since most squash plants produce more bounty than one person can handle, they can be easy to come by in garden-friendly neighborhoods. At my local farmer’s market, I was able to pick up four small squash for one dollar—not bad! Perfect in zucchini lasagna.

7. Basil
Basil’s heady fragrance lends itself to numerous dishes and goes well with another summertime favorite, tomato. In addition to adding a flavorful punch, it’s also a good source of vitamin K, A, and calcium. Studies have also found that fresh basil has anti-microbial properties. Usually a buck or two per bunch, basil is easily incorporated into dishes, as in this fresh corn salad or homemade basil-infused oil.

8. Figs
Though some are averse to their texture, for those that love figs, they are a heavenly delicacy. Available from June into fall, figs are a favorite of Mediterranean climates like California. They range in color from the blackish-purple Mission to the greenish-yellow Calimyrna. High in potassium, fiber, and antioxidants, figs go well in sweet and savory dishes and are a nice accompaniment to goat cheese.

9. Plums
Never lacking in the variety of color, textures, and tastes, plums season lasts from about May to October, and during this time you’ll find a huge assortment in the markets. Plums, like apricots, peaches, and nectarines, are considered drupes, or fruits that have a hard stone pit. High in vitamin C, A, and fiber, they are also rich in antioxidants. The dried form is best known for its laxative properties. Plums are plentifully and most people with trees don’t know what to do with the excess, so obtaining them for free is easy, if they grow in your area. With all the leftovers, they can be eaten straight, sliced in a fruit tart, or made into plum jam.

10. Green Beans
Green or string beans are usually found year-round at large grocery stores but the summer and early fall is when you’ll find them at their best—crunchy and extra sweet. Rich vitamin K, C, manganese, and a good source of beta-carotene make them an excellent addition to a summer’s meal. An easy side dish is this green beans with roasted almonds.

Truthfully, it’s hard to limit this list to just ten. Almost all of the fresh produce you’ll find in the summer is healthful, and it’s just a matter of what’s available—cherries rather than berries, nectarines instead of peaches, or parsley instead of basil. If it’s colorful, fresh, and in season, you really can’t go wrong.

Until next time, here’s to an ENERGY FIT summer…

Commit 2 be FIT,

Josh

ENERGY FITNESS by josh May Newsletter

2011-04-30T16:37:00.000-07:00

Hello Friends! Is your body ENERGY FIT and ready for the “Summer of 2011?” It’s hard to believe that warm weather, bikinis and board shorts, summer vacations, sleeveless shirts, short shorts, and the list goes on is here. Make sure that your body is “tight and right” for the season of vanity. Take advantage of ENERGY FITNESS by josh’s “Summer of 2011” Specials:
• Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions @ $1200 and receive 1 free session.
• Refer a friend and receive a free group fitness class/personal training session (referral for personal training = free personal training session; referral for group fitness class = free group training session).
• Buy 20 Group Fitness Classes @ $250 and receive 2 free classes.
• Buy 15 Group Fitness Classes @ $200 and receive 1 free class.
Group Fitness Classes are held @ A Game—215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Right off 65 South, Cool Springs Blvd. Exit). Classes are held on Monday and Wednesday @ 6:00 pm.
• ENERGY FITNESS by josh is now offering couple/group (2-4 people) training sessions. Email me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com for details.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
• www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
• www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh.com

Leann Fray and I of RESULTS fitness will be offering Saturday AM “Boot Camps in the Park” beginning this month. Make sure to check out www.resultsfitness.me for details. I will also send out a reminder email. If you are interested in participating, contact Leann or me.

Speaking of RESULTS fitness, we concluded our half marathon training by participating in the Country Music Half Marathon on Saturday, April 30th. Congratulations to all our team members on completing this BIG feat! This was my first half marathon, and I must admit I have caught the bug. I am already planning on running the Chicago Half and the full in Washington DC in October—call me crazy!!! Leann and I thoroughly enjoyed coaching the group and look forward to continuing the tradition next year. Our motto for the training was…”We don’t go all the way, 13.1!!!”
Transform your life with the ViSalus Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. Want to lose weight, tone up, or just get healthy? See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 4 million pounds in two short years. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information.
Please, help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 2,000 meals by the end of the year. Thanks for your generosity and support!

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Check out my monthly fitness column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. To order your subscription, visit www.nashvillelifestlyes.com.
• Another shout out to RESULTS fitness half marathon training group for completing the Country Music Half Marathon—you all are ROCKSTARS!!!
• Attention Kentuckians: I will be in Lexington, KY on May 12th—15th conducting fitness consultations and training sessions. If you want to book a session, contact me ASAP.
• Congratulations to Amanda Sekulow on capturing the 2011 Mrs. Tennessee America crown. I am soo proud of you and your hard work! Vegas here we come…
• Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Alabama/Mississippi United States Pageants this month.
• I was honored to serve as a special guest at the Capture the Crown Retreat in Martinsville, Indiana last month. Thanks to Sarah Glitzer of Spotlight Consulting, all the participants and volunteers for a great weekend! Remember ladies, COMMIT 2 be FIT!!!
• To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc. this month—Congratulations and Best Wishes!

On May 11th Dean Karnazes is scheduled to complete the 3,000 mile journey from California to New York City, finishing this unimaginable feat live on the Regis and Kelly show. I have been keeping up with Karnazes journey throughout the past three months. His average run per day has been 40-50 miles with a run time of up to 14 hours per day. After just completing the Country Music Half Marathon, which was 13.1 miles, I can’t imagine adding on another 20-30 miles to that per day everyday for three months (nor do I want too). However, I have enjoyed following his journey, as crazy as it is. Throughout his incredible journey, I have caught myself pondering the question of “What would you attempt if you knew you could not fail?” Ultimately enough, I have begun that attempt, which I am soo excited to share very soon. And as I close, I challenge you to do the same—whatever it may be…whether it is fitness, financial, health, love, etc. “Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you'll land among the stars.”

Until next time…

Commit 2 be FIT,
Josh

Congratulations Amanda Sekulow, 2011 Mrs. Tennessee United States...Vegas here we come!!!

2011-04-24T20:19:00.000-07:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh April Newsletter

2011-03-23T12:44:00.000-07:00

Happy Spring! It’s FINALLY here… Now it’s time to be thinking about swimsuits, a flat stomach, tone arms/legs, a firm bootie, etc. ENERGY FITNESS by josh is your one stop shop for all your fitness needs. Take advantage of one of our “April Specials” to get your bod “tight and right” for the Swimsuit Season.
• Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions @ $1200 and receive 1 free session.
• Refer a friend and receive a free group fitness class/personal training session (referral for personal training = free personal training session; referral for group fitness class = free group training session).
• Buy 20 Group Fitness Classes @ $250 and receive 2 free classes.
• Buy 15 Group Fitness Classes @ $200 and receive 1 free class.
Group Fitness Classes are held @ A Game—215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Right off 65 South, Cool Springs Blvd. Exit). Classes are held on Monday and Wednesday @ 6:00 pm.
• ENERGY FITNESS by josh is now offering couple/group (2-4 people) training sessions. Email me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com for details.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
• www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
• www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh.com

Well, after all the sweat, blood, and tears the 2011 FRA Biggest Loser Contest is in the history books. The total weight loss for the 9 consistent participants was 92.3 pounds–very impressive!!! The 2011 FRA Biggest Loser is Jodi Troutt. She lost 21 lbs, which resulted in a 10.67% loss. Jodi was the 2010 FRA Biggest Loser as well. Between the two contests, she has lost 50 pounds, which accounted for over 24% of weight loss. Congrats Jodi! Second place is Diane Perry. She lost 12.7 lbs, which resulted in a 9.78% loss. Congrats Diane! Third place is Steve Compton. He lost 16.6 pounds, which resulted in a 6.54% loss. Steve also competed in the 2010 contest. Between the two contests he lost over 43 pounds, which accounted for over 16% of weight loss. Congrats Steve! I want to congratulate all the participants on a very successful journey. I am very proud of you all!

Join me on the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge to get “bikini body ready” before the summer. Visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com to see how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 4 million pounds in less than two years.

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Check out my monthly column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. This month’s topic is “6 Tips to Spring Clean your Workout: Now’s the Time to Dust Off the Exercise Gear and get ENERGY FIT!!!” Order your subscription today @ www.nashvillelifestlyes.com.
• A special thanks to News Channel 5 and Lelan Stantom and Tuwanda Coleman for having me on “Talk of the Town” last month discussing ways to resume and jumpstart your fitness New Year resolutions.
• A special thanks to Jill Frost, Walt Gorin, and the Greensburg Record Herald for the nice feature article on ENERGY FITNESS by josh in my hometown paper.
• A BIG shout out to the RESULTS fitness Half Marathon Training Group—the half marathon is April 30th. We are ready to run…
• RESULTS fitness will be offering Boot Camps in the Park (Centennial Park) beginning in May. Stay tuned for details from Leann Fray and me…
• Good Luck to all the women competing in the Mrs. Tennessee United States Pageant later this month in Clarksville, TN. Congratulations to Stephanie Story Lynch on a great reign!
• ENERGY FITNESS by josh will be a keynote speaker at the Capture the Crown Retreat in Martinsville, Indiana on April 16th and 17th. Visit www.spotlightonsuccess.net for more info.
• Attention Kentucky Clients: ENERGY FITNESS by josh will be in Lexington, KY on May 12th, 13th, and 14th taking appointments. Contact me ASAP to book your appointment.
• Continue to keep up with Dean Karnazes run across America @ www.ultramarathonman.com. Make sure to tune in to LIVE with Regis and Kelly on May 11th to see the conclusion of the 3,000 mile run. I am hurting just thinking about it!!!
• To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc. this month—Congratulations and Best Wishes!
• To all my clients—Thanks for being FABULOUS and your commitment to be “ENERGY FIT”!!!

Here is some fitness humor for your enjoyment. Please, don’t get any ideas!!!

Will's Funny Fitness Workout
The Doctor has told Will that he should start a fitness program.
........and Will, not wanting to harm his old, rather corpulent, body, has decided to put the following weekly regimen into practice:
Day 1
Beat around the bush several times
Jump to conclusions all the time
Climb the walls
Wade through the daily paper from start to finish
Day 2
Drag my heels constantly
Push my luck all the time
Make mountains out of mole hills
Hit the nail on the head regularly
Day 3
Bend over backwards
Jump onto the latest bandwagon
Run around in circles all day
Day 4
Advise the Prime Minister how to run the country
Blow my own trumpet constantly
Pull out all the stops for just today
Add fuel to the fire
Day 5
Open a can of worms
Put my foot in my mouth regularly
Start the ball rolling often
Go over the edge in the evening
Day 6
Pick up the pieces
Raise the roof
Lift a pint many times
Skip the washing up
Day 7
Kneel in prayer
Bow my head in thanksgiving
Raise my hands in praise
Hug and cuddle someone and encourage them
What an amazing workout!

Quote of the Month:
“What is not started today is never finished tomorrow.”

Until next time…

COMMIT 2 be FIT,
Josh Rogers

2011 FRA Biggest Loser Contest

2011-03-10T08:17:00.000-08:00

Well, after all the sweat, blood, and tears the 2011 FRA Biggest Loser Contest is in the history books. The total weight loss for the 9 consistent participants was 92.3 pounds--very impressive!!! The 2011 FRA Biggest Loser is Jodi Troutt. She lost 21 lbs, which resulted in a 10.67% loss. Jodi was the 2010 FRA Biggest Loser as well. Between the two contests, she has lost 50 pounds which accounted for over 24% of weight loss. Congrats Jodi! Second place is Diane Perry. She lost 12.7 lbs, which resulted in a 9.78% loss. Congrats Diane! Third place is Steve Compton. He lost 16.6 pounds, which resulted in a 6.54% loss. Steve also competed in the 2010 contest. Between the two contests he lost over 43 pounds which accounted for over 16% of weight loss. Congrats Steve! I want to congratulate all the participants on a very successful journey. I am very proud of you all! Now go off and enjoy spring break with your "new" HOT bods!!!

ENERGY FITNESS by josh March Newsletter

2011-02-24T19:52:00.000-08:00

Well, spring is finally in the air, which means swimsuit season is just right around the corner. Make sure that your body is looking ENERGY FIT this spring with one of ENERGY FITNESS by josh Spring Break Specials:

· Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions @ $1100 and receive 1 free session.

· Buy 20 Group Fitness Classes @ $250 and receive 2 free classes.

· Buy 15 Group Fitness Classes @ $200 and receive 1 free class.

Group Fitness Classes are held @ A Game—215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Right off 65 South, Cool Springs Blvd. Exit).

· ENERGY FITNESS by josh is now offering couple/group (2-4 people) training sessions. Email me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com for details.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:

· www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com

· www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com

· www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh

· www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh.com

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:

· Check out my monthly column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. This month’s topic is “Spring Break 2011: Are you Ready?” Order your subscription @ www.nashvillelifestyles.com TODAY!

· I am scheduled to be on Channel 5’s “Talk of the Town” this month to discuss tips on how to get back on track with your New Year resolution fitness goals, as well as demonstrate a few exercises. Stay tuned for the date…

· I am very excited to announce that I have joined TMG-Pageant Network as the Fitness Expert/Correspondent. Visit www.pageantnetwork.net for all the latest news and updates. Also, make sure to “like” TMG-Pageant Network on Facebook. TMG is pleased to present Pageant Network®, the first and only company providing comprehensive multimedia, multinational pageant coverage. Based in the Pageant Capital of the World, Las Vegas, our voice and vision is entirely dedicated to the pageant community worldwide. Pageant Network® is an all-pageant global network that includes digital content, videos, photos, blogs, a social networking community and events, all focused on the pageant world.

· Join me on the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge to get “bikini body ready” before the summer. Visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com to see how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 3 million pounds in less than two years.

· A BIG shout out to the RESULTS fitness Half Marathon Training Group. We have been hard at it since the middle of January. Our motto for the race is…”We don’t go all the way—13.1 miles!”

· Another BIG shout out to Franklin Road Academy’s Biggest Loser Participants—the pounds are melting away! I can’t wait to reveal the winner later in the month. Stay tuned…

· Attention Alabama Peeps: I will be in Birmingham on March 25th-27th performing consults and training sessions. I only have a few spots available—email me for details ASAP @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com.

· Congratulations to the 2011 Mrs. Tennessee America, Melody Usdan, and the 2011 Mrs. Mississippi America, Michelle Cole.

· Tune in to the Amazing Race All Stars on CBS on Sundays @ 7 pm cst to watch my friends and clients, Gary and Mallory Ervin compete. Last week they came in 1st place. Congrats Gary and “my little chipmunk,” Mallory!!!

· To all my clients celebrating a Birthday, Anniversary, special occasion, etc.—Congratulations and Best Wishes…

I have been keeping up with Dean Karnazes since learning about his plan to run from California to New York, a trip of nearly 3,000 miles that will require up to 14 hours daily and an average of 50-60 miles daily. Yes, you read that correctly! I am attaching a short article on Karnazes from the Los Angeles Times. I encourage you to keep up with his journey @ www.ultramarathonrunner.com.

Southern California native to run coast to coast on live TV

Runner Dean Karnazes is about to set out on what he calls "without a doubt the most intense endeavor I've ever undertaken.”

For a guy whose running resume includes 50 marathons in 50 days in all 50 states, that's saying a lot.

But running a mere 26.2 miles every day for less than two months is nothing compared with what he's setting out to do Friday from Disneyland. His plan is to run from California to New York, a trip of nearly 3,000 miles that will require up to 14 hours daily and an average of 50-60 miles a day.

And he's doing it on live television. The nationally syndicated show “Live! With Regis and Kelly” will be tracking his progress all the way, starting with a live sendoff during Friday's broadcast. A bus carrying a production crew will follow Karnazes, enabling the show to check in with him almost every day.

“We plan to document this entire journey,” executive producer Michael Gelman said. “We're a live show, and this is going to be a live, real-time drama. We're really going to cover it.”

Karnazes is expected to cross a finish line at the "Live!" studio in Manhattan around May 11. Before that he will pass through 17 states and Washington, D.C., and expects to go through some 12 pairs of running shoes.

“I think uncertainty is part of the appeal,” said Karnazes, who was born in Inglewood and grew up in Diamond Bar and San Clemente. “I never feel certainty when I start one of these endeavors, and I feel doubts along the way. Let's face it, the stakes are high this time. There are a lot of eyeballs following this thing. I've kind of put myself in a scary situation and I've never felt more intimidated.

“But I've never felt a tingle like this. Let's get out there!”

A second bus carrying Karnazes' trainer and support team as well as his home base will also be on the road with the 48-year-old runner and fitness advocate.

Along the way Karnazes will also update his blog, make various media appearances and a series of charity running events benefiting Action for Healthy Kids, starting with a 5K run in Riverside on Saturday.

And I think running 13.1 miles is a challenge, LOL!!!

Quote of the Month:
Insanity: doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. -Albert Einstein

Until next time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,

Josh Rogers

TMG--Pageant Network Fitness Expert/Correspondent

2011-02-14T20:03:00.000-08:00

I am very excited to announce that I have joined TMG-Pageant Network as the Fitness Expert/Correspondent. Visit www.pageantnetwork.net for all the latest news and updates. Also, make sure to "like" TMG-Pageant Network on Facebook.

TMG is pleased to present Pageant Network®, the first and only company providing comprehensive multimedia, multinational pageant coverage. Based in the Pageant Capital of the World, Las Vegas, our voice and vision is entirely dedicated to the pageant community worldwide.

Pageant Network® is an all-pageant global network that includes digital content, videos, photos, blogs, a social networking community and events, all focused on the
pageant world.

With exclusive one-on-one interviews with top pageant contestants, special behind-the-scenes coverage at the latest competitions, pageant forums and training sessions for future pageant contestants, a social networking community exclusively for pageant related members, and much more, Pageant Network® is the one-stop pageant destination.

Pageant Network® is official press for several leading and world-renowned pageants, including Miss Universe, Miss USA and Miss America, giving us unprecedented access. Some of the biggest names in pageantry, including current and former titleholders, have joined Pageant Network® as Special Contributors and Correspondents. Each contributor will post blogs, video commentaries and reports to bring you an exclusive insider’s look into the major pageants around the world.

Pageant Network® brings together individuals in all aspects of pageantry, from current, future and former pageant contestants and titleholders to pageant organizers, coaches, stylists, designers, judges, etc. Pageant Network® is the place to connect, network, get advice, share ideas and discover services and projects.

Membership to Pageant Network® is exclusive, which is an important part of what makes our network unique and the connections genuine. Members are screened for authenticity and must meet certain criteria to join. With exclusive membership consisting of those who compete, organize, judge or provide services or products for pageants, Pageant Network® guarantees a legitimate community of focused and targeted members who share a passion for pageants worldwide.

Pageant Network is created by TMG Entertainment and TMG Films. TMG Entertainment is a premier production company founded in 1991 with offices in Las Vegas, Miami and Beverly Hills. TMG Films is the producer of Strip Vegas, an entertainment newsmagazine program produced in both English and Spanish. TMG is an official partner of YouTube (TMG Channel), with over 8 million impressions from our latest exclusive coverage of Miss America 2011 and Miss Universe 2010.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh February Newsletter

2011-01-30T20:30:00.000-08:00

I don’t know about ya’ll but I am over the snow and cold weather. Needless to say, I better get used to it for the next couple of months, right? The only sweat and heat these days is through a grueling workout or heart pumping cardio session. Let ENERGY FITNESS by josh keep your body warm and ENERGY FIT this winter. Take advantage of one of my winter specials:
• Refer a friend/family member and receive a free workout session/group fitness class.
• Buy 20 Group Fitness Classes for $250 and receive 2 free group fitness classes.
• Buy 15 Group Fitness Classes for $200 and receive 1 free group fitness class.
Where: A Game (215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Right off 65 South, Cool Springs Blvd. Exit).
When: Monday @ 6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 6:00 pm.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh offers personal training (private studio/in home), group fitness classes, boot camps, weight management, running groups, seminars, and corporate fitness training programs.
Do you need a jump start on your Spring Break body? Don’t have time to cook and prepare healthy meals and snacks? Need a boost of ENERGY? Just simply want to LOOK and FEEL BETTER? Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. Visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com. These amazing products have helped Americans lose over 3 million pounds in only two short years. Contact me for more information/details.
Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, information, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
• www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh
• www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjsoh

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Check out my monthly column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. This month’s topic is “The Bold Truth: 8 Fitness Myths to Avoid in 2011!” Order your subscription @ www.nashvillelifestlyes.com.
• A BIG shout out to Leann Fray and my RESULTS FITNESS Half Marathon Training Group. Despite the cold weather, we have had a HUGE turnout and lots of fun. We are all gearing up for the Country Music Half Marathon on April 30th.
• Another BIG shout out to the Franklin Road Academy Biggest Loser Participants. There are 15 dedicated participants participating in the contest. I am soo proud of their hard work, dedication, and commitment to be ENERGY FIT! And I can’t wait to find out who will be the next Biggest Loser…
• Congratulations to Djuan Trent, Miss Kentucky America, on her Top 10 placement @ the Miss America Pageant. I am soo proud of you, Sugarfoot!
• Congratulations to the 2011 Mrs. Tennessee America, Melody Usdan, and the 2011 Mrs. Mississippi America, Michelle Cole. A BIG shout out to Monet Bryant, 2010 Mrs. Tennessee America, on a great year! You were a true southern DIVA and I enjoyed being a part of your journey! I wish you much continued success in all you do…
• To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.—Congratulations and Best Wishes!
• To all my clients—thanks for your commitment to be “ENERGY FIT”! You all are FABULOUS!!!

I wanted to share this article from one of my favorite nutrition experts, David Zinczenko, of Men’s Health. ENJOY!!!

The Worst "Free" Restaurant Food

Remember the story of Hansel and Gretel? How the witch of the woods lured them into her edible candy hut and gave them piles and piles of free food—just so she could fatten them up and turn them into stew?

Well, think about that old fairy tale the next time a waiter drops a plate of “free” food on your table. For years I've been recommending the best foods to buy, and warning about menu items that might make you fat. But our newest Eat This, Not That! research reveals that some of the worst dietary sins aren’t ordered at all. They just come to your table for free!

Plenty of mischievous food peddlers are happy to give you free food—food that’s certain to fatten you up plenty, if not land you in a big black cauldron. Whether it’s “bottomless” buckets or “endless” entrees or the breadsticks and salad at Olive Garden, freebies almost always consist of high-fat, high-carbohydrate munchies that won’t fill you up—after all, the restaurant wants you to buy more food!—but will fill you out.

Of course, I wouldn’t recommend shoving the waiter into an oven; restaurants do sort of frown on that kind of thing. But I would recommend shoving these free plates to the other side of the table, before you create a dietary fairy tale of your own: “Hansel and Regrettal.”
WORST "FREE" RESTAURANT FOOD #6: Fazoli’s Garlic Breadsticks
1 breadstick
150 calories
7 g fat (1.5 g saturated)
290 mg sodium
20 g carbohydrates

These free, unlimited breadsticks are a signature part of the Fazoli’s dining experience. Folks seem to love ’em: Googling “Fazoli’s breadsticks recipe” returns more than 3,000 results. And at only 150 calories each, how bad could they be? Well, each breadstick is the caloric equivalent of more than 7 Hershey’s Special Dark Chocolate Kisses. Eating one is a sensible indulgence—but try to eat just one! Appetizers are often the downfall of a diet: To see my point, check out this eye-popping Eat This, Not That! list of the 10 Worst Starters in America.
WORST "FREE" RESTAURANT FOOD #5: Red Lobster Cheddar Bay Biscuits
1 biscuit
150 calories
8 g fat (2.5 g saturated fat)
350 mg sodium
16 g carbohydrates

These Red Lobster staples come free with any entrée—and you can have as many as you want. Red Lobster’s website boasts of serving “almost 1.1 million” Cheddar Bay Biscuits every day. Add two of them to your Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp and your already-sizeable meal (880 calories) balloons to the caloric equivalent of more than a half-dozen Krispie Kreme glazed donuts! That said, keep far from Cheddar Bay, and Red Lobster is actually a nutritional safe harbor: Its menu is consistently one of the best in the country among chain restaurants. I'm always keeping my eye on the very best places for you to eat, and the often surprising places where hidden calories lurk. Get the scoop every day by following me right here on Twitter! or by signing up for the FREE Eat This, Not That! newsletter.

WORST "FREE" RESTAURANT FOOD #4: Ruby Tuesday Endless Fries
396 calories
18 g fat
1,389 mg sodium
50 g carbohydrates

If you order a burger at Ruby Tuesday, you automatically get fries on the side—with infinite refills. A bargain, right? Sure, for your tailor: He’ll be making a lot of extra dough letting out your pants. A single side of the chain's fries has more calories than a McDonald’s cheeseburger! That means every time you ask for a refill, you’re getting an additional visit from Mayor McCheese. And Ruby Tuesday doesn’t report saturated fat levels—a warning flag for those who like to know what, exactly, they’re putting in their bodies. In fact, two of Ruby's burgers make this Eat This, Not That! treacherous list of the 15 Worst Burgers in America.

WORST "FREE" RESTAURANT FOOD #3: On the Border Chips and Salsa
430 calories
22 g fat (4 g saturated)
52 g carbohydrates
460 mg sodium

Chips and salsa: Who could eat Mexican food without it? At On the Border, the answer should be you. This free starter has more calories than three White Castle sliders. That’s no way to start your meal anywhere, let alone at a restaurant where every single enchilada dish will cost you at least 1,000 calories. Good things come to those who wait: Eschewing the chips and sticking to your order will get you across this Border with less baggage around your midsection.

WORST "FREE" RESTAURANT FOOD #2: Denny's Unlimited Pancake Stack
Buttermilk Pancakes with Maple-Flavored Syrup (2 pancakes)
473 calories
4 g fat (0.5 g saturated)
1,196 mg sodium
103 g carbohydrates

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. They don't say, “Eat as much as humanly possible for breakfast.” And yet you’d think that’s what Denny’s has in mind with this deal. Just two buttermilk pancakes will cost you more calories than four full servings of Breyers Smooth & Dreamy Dark Chocolate Velvet ice cream—double or triple that, and you’ve ruined your diet for the day without paying a cent. The Denny’s press release announcing this promotion brags about the “value” they’re providing Americans: Not Americans who value their bodies! (If you're one of those folks, get easy, effective advice about foods to avoid--and the smart swaps you should go for instead to make the belly fat fall off--with the latest Eat This, Not That! 2011 book.)
Bonus Tip: Lose weight fast. Build muscle. Get out of debt. Whatever your resolution for 2011, here's your plan.

THE #1 WORST "FREE" RESTAURANT FOOD: Olive Garden Bottomless Salad and Breadsticks
Garden-Fresh Salad (1 serving with dressing)
350 calories
26 g fat (4.5 g saturated)
1,930 mg sodium
22 g carbohydrates

Breadstick (1 with garlic butter spread)
150 calories
2 g fat (0 g saturated)
400 mg sodium
28 g carbohydrates

Olive Garden wins the battle of the fattening freebies by a mile. The minute you sit down, you’re staring at bowls of bottomless breadsticks and “garden” salad. Bottomless, however, doesn’t describe what you’ll look like if you spend too much time grazing in the Garden. Just one serving of each will give you 25 percent of your day’s caloric intake, before you’ve taken your first bite of your actual meal. But wait: Aren’t salads “healthy”? Not in this Garden: The free salad alone has almost a full day’s worth of sodium. Unfortunately, Olive Garden is far from the only restaurant that’s really a dietary minefield. Check out this comprehensive slideshow of the 20 Worst Restaurant Foods in America.

Quote of the month:
God must love calories, because he made so many

Until next time, stay warm…

Commit 2 be FIT,
Josh Rogers

Congratulations to Miss Kentucky America, Djuan Trent, on being chosen a Top 10 Finalist @ the Miss America Pageant

2011-01-17T08:27:00.001-08:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh January Newsletter

2010-12-28T19:34:00.000-08:00

Happy 2011! I hope everyone had a great holiday season! With the ringing in of a new year comes the ever so popular “resolutions.” More than likely, one of those resolutions involves losing weight or getting in better shape. Lucky you, ENERGY FITNESS by josh is here to your rescue…we offer personal training (private studio/in home), group fitness classes, boot camps, weight management, running groups, seminars, and corporate fitness training programs. Take advantage of the 2011 New Year Specials:
• Buy 20 Group Fitness Classes @ $250 and receive 2 free classes.
• Buy 15 Group Fitness Classes @ $200 and receive 1 free class.
Where: A Game (215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Right off 65 South, Cool Springs Blvd. Exit).
When: Monday @ 6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 6:00 pm.

Do you need a jump start on your “New Year’s Body?” Join me on the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge to look and feel your best in 2011. Visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com to begin your journey today…See what others are saying about the products @ www.nashbfit.com. Commit 2 be FIT in 2011 with the Body by Vi Challenge!!!

The 13.1 mile half marathon is a highly respected race among endurance athletes. The physiology of the half marathon is straightforward--it is a test of stamina. Keys to successful half marathons are to begin with a well-structured plan that properly incorporate your abilities and goals, and to follow the plan with consistency.

Spring Half Marathons:
* Country Music Half Marathon--April 30th (www.CMMarathon.com; cost $90 thru 12/31)
* Knoxville Half Marathon--April 3rd (www.KnoxvilleMarathon.com; cost $50 thru 2/15)
* Lynchburg Half Marathon--April 2nd (www.oakbarrelhalf.com; cost $50 thru 12/31)

This program is appropriate for those who wish to run, run/walk, or walk the half marathon. DO NOT FEAR! Three months is plenty of time for novice athletes to prepare their minds and bodies to complete a half marathon. Remember, endurance athletes are not made overnight. People become half marathoners with intelligent consistent training.

Pre-Requisite for Enrolling: We ask that all participants be comfortable covering a 3 to 4 mile distance regardless of pace (run, walk/run, or walk).

Program Includes:
* One coached "long run/walk" each week
* 14 week training program
* Performance T-Shirt
* Support--a chance to meet new people who are taking the 13.1 mile challenge!!!

Participant Cost: $200
Repeat Participant: $180
Register with a Friend: $170 (must be turned in together)

Kick off is Saturday, January 22nd @ 8:00 AM @ STEPS Inc. (2424 21st Ave. South Nashville, TN 37213)--short talk followed by a 3 mile course. Contact Josh Rogers @ 615.336.5403 or energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com to register.

WOW! FRA's Biggest Loser Competition came to an end on Wednesday, December 15th with a celebration party hosted by your's truly. The competiton lasted nine weeks and the results speak for themselves. In nine short weeks, the 13 participants lost over 130 pounds. Yes, that deserves a BIG pat on the back and major recognition. After all the weigh-ins, calculations, and sweat and tears the results are in:
Third place is...Steve Compton (26.8 pounds lost, which resulted in a loss of 9.80% of body weight).
Second place is...Martha Pfeil (21.4 pounds lost, which resulted in a loss of 10.05% of body weight).
Drum roll please--And the 2010 FRA Biggest Loser is...Jodi Troutt (28.8 pounds lost, which resulted in a loss of 13.55% of body weight).

Congratulations to all the winners and a BIG shout out to all the participants on your "Commit 2 be FIT" attitude. No rest for the weary, now it’s time to begin the second Biggest Loser Contest…the first weigh-in is scheduled for Wednesday, January 5th.

Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, information, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Another BIG shout-out to all the participants in the first ever FRA Biggest Loser Contest. Over 130 pounds lost in nine short weeks. 2011 Challenge, let’s beat that—no pressure!!!
• A BIG shout out to all the participants in Leeann and my “Holiday Boot Camp in the Park.” You all braved the bitter cold and came out for some early morning fun on Saturday mornings in the park, and even left feeling better and maybe a little frost bitten. We are looking forward to having you all back for the running group on January 22nd.
• Good Luck to Miss Kentucky America, Djuan Trent, as she competes for the title of Miss America 2011 @ Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Watch the live telecast on ABC Saturday, January 15th. Also, best of luck to Miss Tennessee America, Nicole Jordan.
• Attention Alabama Pageant Girls: ENERGY FITNESS by josh will be conducting consultations and training sessions in Birmingham, AL on Friday, January 14th and Saturday, January 15th. To reserve your spot contact me ASAP, only a few spots remain.
• To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.—Congratulations and Best Wishes!
• To all my clients—thanks for your commitment to be “ENERGY FIT”! You all are FABULOUS!!!

Stop the New Year’s Resolution Insanity

Over the years, I've found that most New Year resolutions do not work. They’re generally made after too many cocktails and not enough serious thought.
To make real changes in our lives, we have to look in the mirror, decide if we are happy with our current state of affairs and then make a serious commitment for change and improvement. You can do it, but you must be honest with yourself.
Any time is a good time to put a plan into action. If you are committed to having your goal coincide with the New Year, plan now so you are ready to hit the ground running. Here are a few tips to help you get started:
Getting Motivated
You have to look inside yourself and find that fire--that passion and zest for life. You probably are as fat as you think. You probably are as out of shape as you think. Now let’s do something about it!
I don't care what sport you played in high school or college. This is the here and now. What are you currently doing? It’s called "tough love." Use it on yourself. Now let's get fired up and make it happen. Make this the year that you regain control of your life or take your current fitness to the next level.
Goal Setting
What is it that you want to do? Do you want to run a 5k, a marathon or do a Strongman contest? Join our running group this winter/spring or purchase some personal training sessions.
Of course, It doesn't have to be that insane, goals can be anything. It’s your job to determine what your goals are.
First, set a fun, healthy or even crazy goal. Then go for it. Don't focus on weight loss--let that be a by-product of your fitness goal. If you continue to focus on that number on your scale, you'll drive yourself crazy.
Find an Event
You're motivated. You’re dedicated. Now it's time to find a fun event that will keep you motivated, in shape, and having fun. Make up your mind and commit to do that one thing that you've always thought about and wanted to do.
Get your family, friends or coworkers to join you. There are thousands of exciting adventures out there for you to choose from.
Getting motivated, committed and dedicated to the New Year's Resolution is the hard part. Now get out there and have some fun. "A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step."

Quote of the Month:
“May all your troubles last as long as your New Year's resolutions.”

Joey Adams

Wishing you all a Happy, Healthy, and “ENERGY FIT” 2011…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers

Spring Half Marathon Training with Josh and Leann

2010-12-16T21:46:00.000-08:00

The 13.1 mile half marathon is a highly respected race among endurance athletes. The physiology of the half marathon is straightforward--it is a test of stamina. Keys to successful half marathons are to begin with a well-structured plan that properly incorporate your abilities and goals, and to follow the plan with consistency.

Spring Half Marathons:
* Country Music Half Marathon--April 30th (www.CMMarathon.com; cost $90 thru 12/31)
* Knoxville Half Marathon--April 3rd (www.KnoxvilleMarathon.com; cost $50 thru 2/15)
* Lynchburg Half Marathon--April 2nd (www.oakbarrelhalf.com; cost $50 thru 12/31)

This program is appropriate for those who wish to run, run/walk, or walk the half marathon. DO NOT FEAR! Three months is plenty of time for novice athletes to prepare their minds and bodies to complete a half marathon. Remember, endurance athletes are not made overnight. People become half marathoners with intelligent consistent training.

Pre-Requisite for Enrolling: We ask that all participants be comfortable covering a 3 to 4 mile distance regardless of pace (run, walk/run, or walk).

Program Includes:
* One coached "long run/walk" each week
* 14 week training program
* Performance T-Shirt
* Support--a chance to meet new people who are taking the 13.1 mile challenge!!!

Participant Cost: $200
Repeat Participant: $180
Register with a Friend: $170 (must be turned in together)

Kick off is Saturday, January 22nd @ 8:00 AM @ STEPS Inc. (2424 21st Ave. South Nashville, TN 37213)--short talk followed by a 3 mile course. Contact Josh Rogers @ 615.336.5403 or energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com to register.

2010 FRA Biggest Loser Contest

2010-12-16T20:30:00.000-08:00

WOW! FRA's Biggest Loser Competition came to an end on Wednesday, December 15th with a celebration party hosted by your's truly. The competiton lasted nine weeks and the results speak for themselves. In nine short weeks, the 13 participants lost over 130 pounds. Yes, that deserves a BIG pat on the back and major recognition. After all the weigh-ins, calculations, and sweat and tears the results are in:
Third place is...Steve Compton (26.8 pounds lost, which resulted in a loss of 9.80% of body weight).
Second place is...Martha Pfeil (21.4 pounds lost, which resulted in a loss of 10.05% of body weight).
Drum roll please--And the 2010 FRA Biggest Loser is...Jodi Troutt (28.8 pounds lost, which resulted in a loss of 13.55% of body weight).

Congratulations to all the winners and a BIG shout out to all the participants on your "Commit 2 be FIT" attitude. Now the biggest challenge...keep the weight off over the holidays!!! The 2011 FRA Biggest Loser Contest will begin on January 5th. Stay tuned...

ENERGY FITNESS by josh December Newsletter

2010-11-28T17:34:00.001-08:00

WOW! It is hard to believe that the Christmas season is in full swing and 2011 is rapidly approaching. During this special time of the year, it is only fitting that I reflect back on what has been an amazing year for ENERGY FITNESS by josh. 2010 was full of many exciting memories, milestones, and amazing opportunities. I owe it all to “the Man” upstairs, my incredible family, and all of you—friends, clients, and mentors who have had such a significant impact on this journey. 2011 is already shaping up to be a year to remember—I can’t wait to share the exciting news with all of you. Stay tuned…
ENERGY FITNESS by josh is here to help you get through the month of December while looking “ENERGY FIT” and enjoying the many parties and joys of this special time of the year. Jump on the bandwagon NOW and you will feel much better when all the “hoopla” ends and 2011 rings in! And if you are still looking for that perfect gift, give the gift of fitness with a gift certificate from ENERGY FITNESS by josh or a “NO EXCUSES” DVD (order @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com) this holiday season.
Holiday Specials:
• Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions @ $1100 and receive 1 free training session.
• Unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the month $100 (offer only good for December).
Where: A Game (215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Right off 65 South, Cool Springs Blvd. Exit).
When: Monday @ 6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 6:00 pm.

Come join LeeAnn Fray and me for “Holiday Boot Camp in the Park”…
When: Saturday, December 11th and Saturday, December 18th
Where: Centennial Park by the Parthenon
Time: 8:00—9:00 am
Cost: $20 per class

Don’t wait till 2011, start your New Year’s Resolution today with the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. Want to lose weight, tone up, or just get healthy? See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 2 million pounds in a little over a year. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information.
Please, help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 1,000 meals by Christmas. I ask for your help to reach this goal. Thanks for your generosity and support!!!
Are you interested in running/walking the Country Music Half Marathon in April? Lee Ann Fray and I will be coordinating a training group to prepare for the event. Email me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com if you are interested. Stay tuned for more info, as we will not begin training until after the New Year. I will send out an email later this month with all the information.
Stay up-to-date with all the latest news, information, promotions, etc. from ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com

ENERGY FIT News/Shout-Outs:
• Pick up a copy of this month’s Nashville Lifestyles Magazine and check out my column on “12 Steps to an ENERGY FIT Body in 2011.” To subscribe go to www.nashvillelifestyles.com.
• A special shout out to my clients and dear friends, Gary and Mallory Ervin, on their 6th place finish in “The Amazing Race.” You guys made Kentucky proud!
• Another shout out to the FRA Biggest Loser participants. I am anxious to see who the BIG winner will be later this month. Keep up the hard work---I am very proud of all of you!
• Congratulations to Keeley Patterson, 2011 Miss Mississippi USA, and Sarah Bobo, 2011 Miss Mississippi Teen USA.
• Congratulations to Madeline Mitchell, 2011 Miss Alabama USA, and Rae Williams, 2011 Miss Alabama Teen USA.
• Congratulations to Kia Hampton, 2011 Miss Kentucky USA, and Stephanie Jones, 2011 Miss Kentucky Teen USA.
• Congratulations to Kaylin Reque, 2011 Miss Georgia USA, and Kristen Robinson, 2011 Miss Georgia Teen USA.
• Congratulations to Sarah Chapman, 2011 Miss Nevada USA, and Ashley Brown, 2011 Miss Nevada Teen USA.
• To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.—Congratulations and Best Wishes!
• To all my clients—thanks for your commitment to be “ENERGY FIT”! You all are FABULOUS!!!

A little holiday humor…ENJOY!

Twas The Month After Christmas
Twas the month after Christmas and all through the house
Nothing would fit me, not even a blouse.
The cookies I'd nibbled, the eggnog I'd taste.
All the holiday parties had gone to my waist.
When I got on the scales there arose such a number!
When I walked to the store (less a walk than a lumber).
I'd remember the marvelous meals I'd prepared;
The gravies and sauces and beef nicely rared,
The wine and the rum balls, the bread and the cheese
And the way I'd never said, "No thank you, please."
As I dressed myself in my husband's old shirt
And prepared once again to do battle with dirt---
I said to myself, as I only can
"You can't spend a winter disguised as a man!"
So--away with the last of the sour cream dip,
Get rid of the fruit cake, every cracker and chip
Every last bit of food that I like must be banished
Till all the additional ounces have vanished.
I won't have a cookie--not even a lick.
I'll want only to chew on a long celery stick.
I won't have hot biscuits, or corn bread, or pie,
I'll munch on a carrot and quietly cry.
I'm hungry, I'm lonesome, and life is a bore---
But isn't that what January is for?
Unable to giggle, no longer a riot.
Happy New Year to all and to all a good diet!
Author Unknown

Wishing you and your loved ones a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy, and “ENERGY FIT” 2011…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers

Congratulations Kaylin Reque, 2011 Miss Georgia USA, and Kristen Robinson, 2011 Miss Georgia Teen USA

2010-11-28T16:49:00.000-08:00

Congratulations Kia Hampton, Miss Kentucky USA, and Stephanie Jones, Miss Kentucky Teen USA

2010-11-17T11:25:00.000-08:00

Congratulations Madeline Mitchell, 2011 Miss Alabama USA, and Rae Williams, 2011 Miss Alabama Teen USA

2010-11-16T09:19:00.001-08:00

Congratulations Keeley Patterson, 2011 Miss Mississippi USA, and Sarah Bobo, 2011 Miss Mississippi Teen USA

2010-11-16T09:15:00.000-08:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh November Newsletter

2010-10-25T08:30:00.000-07:00

WOW, the holiday season is fast approaching! Did you know that the average American gains eight pounds between Thanksgiving and New Year’s—not cute, right? Don’t be the average person this year—take advantage of ENERGY FITNESS by josh’s holiday specials:
• Buy 15 Personal Training Sessions for $900 and receive 1 free session.
• Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions for $1100 and receive 2 free sessions.
• Unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the month $100 (offer only good for November and December).
Where: A Game (215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Right off 65 South, Cool Springs Blvd. Exit)
When: Monday @ 6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 6:00 pm; and Saturday @ 8:30 am

Give the gift of fitness this holiday season with an ENERGY FITNESS by josh Gift Certificate or NO EXCUSES!!! Workout DVD—order @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com. ENERGY FITNESS by josh also offers personal training (private facility and in-home training), nutrition advice, corporate fitness programs, boot camps and seminars. COMMIT 2 BE FIT TODAY!!!

Don’t wait till 2011, start your New Year’s Resolution today with the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. Want to lose weight, tone up, or just get healthy? See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 2 million pounds in a little over a year. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information.

Please, help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 1,000 meals by Christmas. I ask for your help to reach this goal. Thanks for your generosity and support!!!

Are you interested in running/walking the Country Music Half Marathon in April? Lee Ann Fray and I will be coordinating a training group to prepare for the event. Email me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com if you are interested. Stay tuned for more info, as we will not begin training until after the New Year…

ENERGY FIT NEWS/Shout-Outs:
• Check out my column on “Ten Common Nutritional Mistakes made by Active People” in this month’s Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. Order your subscription @ www.nashvillelifestyles.com.
• Congrats to Ashley Durham, 2011 Miss Tennessee USA, and Kaitlin White, 2011 Miss Tennessee Teen USA. Looking forward to an exciting year with you both!
• A BIG Shout-Out to the participants in FRA’s Biggest Loser Competition—you all are doing great! Keep up the hardwork!!!
• Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Mississippi USA/Teen USA Pageants this month in Tunica, MS.
• Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Indiana USA/Teen USA Pageants in Carmel, IN.
• Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Alabama USA/Teen USA Pageants this month in Tuscaloosa, AL. A special shout out to Audrey Moore, 2010 Miss Alabama USA—congrats on a great year! It was an honor to work with you!
• Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Kentucky USA/Teen USA Pageants this month in Louisville, KY. Congrats to Kindra Clark, 2010 Miss Kentucky USA, and Taylor Hubbard, 2010 Miss Kentucky Teen USA, on successful reigns. I enjoyed working with and getting to know you both!
• Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Georgia USA/Teen USA Pageants this month in Cartersville, Ga. A BIG shout out to Cassady Lance, 2010 Miss Georgia USA, on a great year! The third time was a charm, right? I am soo proud of you and all your hardwork and dedication. You and your amazing family will always hold a special place in my heart! Caroline Wade, 2010 Miss Georgia Teen USA, it was an honor to work with you. Best of luck in all you do!
• Attention Kentucky Pageant Girls: I will be in Lexington, KY on Thursday, November 11th and Friday, November 12th taking appointments. Spots are filling up fast, so reserve your spot ASAP.
• Congratulations and Best Wishes to everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.
• To all my clients—as always, thanks for your commitment to be ENERGY FIT—you all are the BEST!!!

10 Tips for a Thinner Thanksgiving
www.webmd.com

Thanksgiving only comes around once a year, so why not go ahead and splurge? Because gaining weight during the holiday season is a national pastime. Year after year, most of us pack on at least a pound (some gain more) during the holidays -- and keep the extra weight permanently.
But Thanksgiving does not have to sabotage your weight, experts say. With a little know-how, you can satisfy your desire for traditional favorites and still enjoy a guilt-free Thanksgiving feast. After all, being stuffed is a good idea only if you are a turkey!
Get Active
Create a calorie deficit by exercising to burn off extra calories before you ever indulge in your favorite foods, suggests Connie Diekman, MEd, RD, former president of the American Dietetic Association (ADA).
"'Eat less and exercise more' is the winning formula to prevent weight gain during the holidays," Diekman says. "Increase your steps or lengthen your fitness routine the weeks ahead and especially the day of the feast."
Make fitness a family adventure, recommends Susan Finn, PhD, RD, chair of the American Council on Fitness and Nutrition: "Take a walk early in the day and then again after dinner. It is a wonderful way for families to get physical activity and enjoy the holiday together."
Eat Breakfast
While you might think it makes sense to save up calories for the big meal, experts say eating a small meal in the morning can give you more control over your appetite. Start your day with a small but satisfying breakfast -- such as an egg with a slice of whole-wheat toast, or a bowl of whole-grain cereal with low-fat milk -- so you won't be starving when you arrive at the gathering.
"Eating a nutritious meal with protein and fiber before you arrive takes the edge off your appetite and allows you to be more discriminating in your food and beverage choices," says Diekman.
Lighten Up
Whether you are hosting Thanksgiving dinner or bringing a few dishes to share, make your recipes healthier with less fat, sugar, and calories.
"There is more sugar and fat in most recipes than is needed, and no one will notice the difference if you skim calories by using lower calorie ingredients," says Diekman.
Her suggestions:
• Use fat-free chicken broth to baste the turkey and make gravy.
• Use sugar substitutes in place of sugar and/or fruit purees instead of oil in baked goods.
• Reduce oil and butter wherever you can.
• Try plain yogurt or fat-free sour cream in creamy dips, mashed potatoes, and casseroles.
Police Your Portions
• Thanksgiving tables are bountiful and beautiful displays of traditional family favorites. Before you fill your plate, survey the buffet table and decide what you're going to choose. Then select reasonable-sized portions of foods you cannot live without.
"Don't waste your calories on foods that you can have all year long," suggests Diekman. "Fill your plate with small portions of holiday favorites that only come around once a year so you can enjoy desirable, traditional foods."
• Skip the Seconds.
Try to resist the temptation to go back for second helpings.
"Leftovers are much better the next day, and if you limit yourself to one plate, you are less likely to overeat and have more room for a delectable dessert," Diekman says.
• Choose the Best Bets on the Buffet.
While each of us has our own favorites, keep in mind that some holiday foods are better choices than others.
"White turkey meat, plain vegetables, roasted sweet potatoes, mashed potatoes, defatted gravy, and pumpkin pie tend to be the best bets because they are lower in fat and calories," says Diekman. But she adds that, "if you keep your portions small, you can enjoy whatever you like."

Slowly Savor
Eating slowly, putting your fork down between bites, and tasting each mouthful is one of the easiest ways to enjoy your meal and feel satisfied with one plate full of food, experts say. Choosing whole grains, fruits, vegetables, broth-based soups, salads, and other foods with lots of water and fiber add to the feeling of fullness.
Spread out the food and fun all day long. At the Finn family Thanksgiving gathering, they schedule dessert after a walk, while watching a movie together.
"We eat midday, and instead of another meal at dinnertime, we continue the feast with dessert a few hours after the main meal," Finn explains.
Go Easy on Alcohol
Don't forget those alcohol calories that can add up quickly.
"Have a glass of wine or a wine spritzer and between alcoholic drinks, (or) enjoy sparkling water," says Diekman. "this way you stay hydrated, limit alcohol calories, and stay sober."
Be Realistic
The holiday season is a time for celebration. With busy schedules and so many extra temptations, this is a good time to strive for weight maintenance instead of weight loss.
"Shift from a mindset of weight loss to weight maintenance," says Finn. "You will be ahead of the game if you can avoid gaining any weight over the holidays."
Focus on Family and Friends
Thanksgiving is not just about the delicious bounty of food. It's a time to celebrate relationships with family and friends.
"The main event should be family and friends socializing, spending quality time together, not just what is on the buffet," says Finn.

Quote of the Month:
May your stuffing be tasty
May your turkey plump,
May your potatoes and gravy
Have nary a lump.
May your yams be delicious
And your pies take the prize,
And may your Thanksgiving dinner
Stay off your thighs!
~Anonymous

Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy Thanksgiving! Until next time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com
energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
615.336.5403

Congratulations Ashley Durham, 2011 Miss Tennessee USA, and Kaitilin White, 2011 Miss Tennessee Teen USA

2010-10-20T11:04:00.000-07:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh October Newsletter

2010-09-28T05:42:00.000-07:00

Happy Fall Friends! I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful weather and the changes of the season—such a beautiful time of the year, especially here in Middle Tennessee! The holiday season is just around the corner, and ENERGY FITNESS by josh wants to make sure you are looking and feeling “ENERGY FIT” for this year’s festivities. Make sure to take advantage of this month’s specials to get you well on your way to looking and feeling your best for the 2010 holiday season:

Unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the month $100 (see schedule below)
Location: A Game—215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067; Schedule: Monday @ 6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 6:00 pm; Saturday @ 8:30 am.

Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions @ $1100 and receive 1 free training session.
Give the gift of fitness this holiday season with an ENERGY FITNESS by josh gift certificate.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh also offers personal training (private facility and in-home training), nutrition advice, corporate fitness programs, boot camps and seminars. COMMIT 2 BE FIT TODAY!!!

Order your NO EXCUSES!!! DVD TODAY for $15 @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com.

Need a jump start to look and feel “ENERGY FIT” for the holidays? Join me on the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge to look and feel your best this holiday season. Go to www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com to begin your success story today. Feel free to email me with any questions @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com. See below what others are experiencing and saying about the challenge:

“I lost 45 pounds on my 90 Day Challenge. The products were amazing and I feel and look better than I have in 20 plus years. Thanks ViSalus!!!”
“I am off my blood pressure and cholesterol medicine due to the ViSalus products, not to mention I look and feel better than I ever have. My doctor is even promoting the products to his patients.”
“In three weeks on the challenge, I have lost 15 pounds. I have more energy and feel great all day long. I can’t wait to see the results in 90 days!!!”
Now, it’s your turn to write your success story…
Please, help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 1,000 meals by Christmas. Thanks for your generosity and support!!!

I am excited to be coordinating a Biggest Loser Competition for Franklin Road Academy’s faculty and staff. The competition will kick off on October 12th and end on December 14th. There will be a Health Fair on Wednesday, October 6th @ FRA to sign up for the event. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity—and from what I hear there are some NICE prizes involved!!!

LeeAnn Fray of Full Circle Fitness and I will be offering several boot camp classes in the fall and winter months @ Centennial Park by the Parthenon. Stay tuned for emails with dates and times. Feel free to email me with your suggestions…

Stay up-to-date with ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:

www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com

www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com

www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh

www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh

ENERGY FIT News:

Pick up your copy of Nashville Lifestyles Magazine and check out my column this month on “Tips to being Fit and Fabulous.” Nashville’s 25 Most Beautiful People will also be revealed…
ENERGY FITNESS by josh will be offering training sessions via skype beginning this winter. Email me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com for details…
Check out www.nashbfit.com to learn about upcoming ViSalus and Body by Vi Events. We also have t-shirts available promoting the challenge (S, M, L, XL $5; XXL $7). Contact Natalie Glaser @ glaser23@gmail.com or me to purchase.
Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Tennessee USA and Teen USA Pageants on October 15th and 16th in Clarksville. To reserve your tickets go to www.misstennesseeusa.com. Congrats to Tucker Perry, Miss Tennessee USA, and Kristen Rose, Miss Tennessee Teen USA, on a great year! Here’s too much continued success, my little ROCKSTARS!!!
Congrats to Mrs. Tennessee America, Monette Bryant on being a Top 12 Semi-Finalist @ Mrs. America—proud of ya!!!
Attention Kentucky Pageant Girls—I will be in Lexington, KY on Thursday, November 11th and Friday, November 12th taking appointments and consultations. Reserve your spot ASAP—they are filling up fast…
· Looking to cut healthcare costs, stress levels, and absenteeism…let ENERGY FITNESS by josh develop your business a fitness program and plan of action to eliminate these distracters! Contact me today to get your office ENERGY FIT!!!

· Congratulations and Best Wishes to everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.

· To all my clients—as always, thanks for your commitment to be ENERGY FIT—you all are the BEST!!!

Nutrition Blurb

Thank goodness, Kristie Koerner is back to provide us with her nutrition expertise. She is all settled in the BIG CITY @ Columbia University as a Registered Dietician. Check out her new blog @ www.crownnutrition.tumblr.com. In her column below, she gives us a guide of the best/worst Halloween candies to eat. Take note…

Eat This, NOT That!

Halloween Candy Guide

According to David Zinczenko (editor-in-chief of Men’s Health and editorial director of Women’s Health and Best Life)...

Eat THIS:

100 GRAND

TAKE 5

KIT KAT BAR

NESTLE CRUNCH BAR

YORK PEPPERMINT PATTIE

WERTHER’S ORIGINAL

RED HOTS

LIFE SAVER GUMMIES

*Not so bad: SUPER BUBBLE GUM, NERDS, JOLLY RANCHERS, TOOTSIE POPS, SWEETHEARTS, BLOW POPS, CANDY CANES, SWEET TARTS, SMARTIES, DUM DUM POPS, CANDY CORN, PEEPS

NOT That:

SNICKERS

BUTTERFINGER

3 MUSKETEERS

HERSHEY’S MILK CHOCOLATE BAR

REESE’S PEANUT BUTTER CUPS/PIECES

HOT TAMALES

SOUR PATCH KIDS

LAFFY TAFFY

*Bad: TOOTSIE ROLLS, JAWBREAKERS, FERRERO ROCHER, MILKY WAY, STARBURSTS, AIR HEADS, CADBURY EGGS, HERSHEY KISSES, RUSSEL STOVER BUNNY, M&Ms, BRACH’S CARAMEL

Worst Candy = SKITTLES Original Fruit (250 calories, 2.5g fat - 2.5g saturated fat, 47g sugar)...”essentially sugar & corn syrup glued together with hydrogenated palm kernel oil”

Worst Candy Bar = TWIX Cookie Bars (280 calories, 14g fat - 11g saturated fat, 27g sugar)...”it would take 11 strips of bacon to achieve that sort of heart-stopping potential”

Sources: “Eat This Not That - For Kids!”, “Eat This Not That - Supermarket Survival Guide”, “Eat This Not That - The Best [& Worst!] Foods in America!”

Quote of the Month:

I really don't think I need buns of steel. I'd be happy with buns of cinnamon. ~Ellen DeGeneres

Until next time…

COMMIT 2 be FIT,

Josh Rogers, B.S. Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.

www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com

ENERGY FITNESS by josh September Newsletter

2010-09-10T09:45:00.000-07:00

WOW! Summer has flown by. I don’t know about you, but I am ready for the season change and some cooler weather. Not to mention, my favorite time of the year…Football Season—Go Tennessee Titans and Louisville Cardinals!!!
Take advantage of ENERGY FITNESS by josh’s Fall Specials:
• Unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the month--$100 (see schedule below)
Where: A Game (215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Right off 65 South, Cool Springs Blvd. Exit)
When: Monday @ 9:30 am and 6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 9:30 am and 6:00 pm; Friday @ 9:30 am; and Saturday @ 8:30 am and 12:00 pm)
• Buy 20 personal training sessions @ $1100 and receive 1 free session.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh also offers personal training (private facility and in-home training), nutrition advice, corporate fitness programs, boot camps and seminars. COMMIT 2 BE FIT TODAY!!!
Order your NO EXCUSES!!! DVD TODAY for $15 @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com.
Transform your life with the ViSalus Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. Want to lose weight, tone up, or just get healthy? See how these amazing products have helped Americans lose over 2 million pounds in twelve short months. Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge TODAY…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information.
Please, help ENERGY FITNESS by josh donate to children and families who don’t have the means to get the nutrition they need each day. Go to www.jrogers.visalusgiving.com. Donate 30 meals for only $24, and ViSalus will match every donation, meal for meal. My goal is for ENERGY FITNESS by josh to donate 1,000 meals by Christmas. I ask for your help to reach this goal. Thanks for your generosity and support!!!
ENERGY FITNESS by josh and LeeAnn Fray of Full Circle Fitness will be offering another Boot Camp on Saturdays in October @ Centennial Park by the Parthenon @ 8:00 am. Despite the heat, our August Boot Camp was a HUGE success. A special shout out to all the participants on a great job! Reserve your spot for October by emailing me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com.
Stay up-to-date with ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh

ENERGY FIT News:
• Check out my monthly column in Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. September’s article is about Burgers and Beer—Yummy!!! Order your subscription TODAY @ www.nashvillelifestyles.com.
• Good Luck to Mrs. Tennessee America, Monette Bryant, as she competes for the title of Mrs. America—“go get em gurl!!!”
• Congrats to Belle Owen, Miss Teen United States World and Top 12 Finalist @ Miss Teen World.
• Congrats to Natalie Glaser of my ViSalus Team on hitting regional director and qualifying for the Bimmer Club!
• Congrats to all the participants that are finishing up their Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge—the results, success stories, and lifestyle changes are amazing! Those of you still on your 90 Day Challenge—keep up the good work. Those of you who want to join us go to www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com or contact me.
• Looking to cut healthcare costs, stress levels, and absenteeism…let ENERGY FITNESS by josh develop your business a fitness program and plan of action to eliminate these distracters! Contact me today to get your office ENERGY FIT!!!
• Congratulations and Best Wishes to everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.
• To all my clients—as always, thanks for your commitment to be ENERGY FIT—you all are the BEST!!!

Quote of the Month:
"I've failed over and over and over again in my life and that is why I succeed."
-Michael Jordan

Until next time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.

Bahama Mamma--2010 Miss Teen USA Pageant

2010-08-15T06:41:00.000-07:00

I was very fortunate to be selected by the Miss Universe Organization and Atlantis Reosrt to serve as the Fitness Expert for the 2010 Miss Teen USA Fantasy Camp. WOW, what an incredible experience! My days were spent working the campers out on the beach and lecturing about fitness and nutrition. Not a bad life, right? A special shout out to all the campers, counselors, staff, and sponsors on a very FUN and memorable experience. I am already ready for next year...HINT, HINT!!!
Congrats to ENERGY FITNESS by josh clients--Kristen Rose, Miss Tennessee Teen USA and Top 15 Semi-Finalist; Taylor Hubbard, Miss Kentucky Teen USA and Top 15 Semi-Finalist; and Caroline Wade, Miss Georgia Teen USA. Also, a special shout out to my girl Stormi Henley, 2009 Miss Teen USA--you are a ROCKSTAR and have made Tennessee very proud!!!

Congrats to Stephanie Lynch, 2010 Mrs. Tennessee United States & 2nd Runner-Up @ Mrs. United States

2010-08-15T06:39:00.000-07:00

2010 Miss Kentucky America--ENERGY FITNESS by josh representing!!!

2010-08-15T06:29:00.000-07:00

Congrats to ENERGY FITNESS by josh clients--Jefra Bland, 3rd Runner-Up, Preliminary Swimsuit Winner, and Miss Congeniality; Kelli Rush--Top 10 Finalist. Congrats to Djuan Trent on capturing the crown. I am looking forward to working together! Also, a BIG shout out to the outgoing Miss Kentucky, Mallory Ervin. You will always be my little "chipmunk!"

ENERGY FITNESS by josh August Newsletter

2010-07-27T17:51:00.000-07:00

WOW! Summer is flying by—ENERGY FITNESS by josh has been extremely busy this summer. Lots of exciting things have been happening and I am very excited to share them with you.
I just returned home from an exciting trip to the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas. I served as the fitness expert for the Miss Teen USA Fantasy Camp. We even shot an episode for MTV’s MADE, which will air at a later date. I will keep you all posted. A special thanks to Amanda and Lisa and the Miss Universe Organization for bringing me on board for such an exciting and memorable experience. I had a blast! Also, a special shout out to all the campers and counselors—you all were beautiful and tons of fun to work with.
I would like to invite all my Middle Tennessee friends to participate in an August Boot Camp conducted by LeeAnn Fray of Full Circle Fitness and me. The boot camp will take place every Saturday @ 7:00 am @ Centennial Park by the Parthenon for the month of August. The dates are the 7th, 14th, 21st, and the 28th. The cost is $20 per session or $75 for all four sessions. Only a few spots remain, email me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com to reserve your spot. The deadline to register is Sunday, August 1st.
I am very excited to announce that I have been selected to be featured in the national publication, “Success from Home Magazine,” highlighting my success as a personal trainer and as a part of the ViSalus Sciences Team. I am extremely proud to be promoting the “Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge,” which promotes life, health, and prosperity. The challenge is focused around a clinically tested, delicious meal replacement shake. These products have helped Americans lose over 2 million pounds in nine short months. See how you can transform your body and life in just 90 days by visiting www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com or contact me for additional details.
Make sure you stay “ENERGY FIT” for the rest of the summer. Take advantage of ENERGY FITNESS by josh’s 2010 Summer Specials:
• Buy 20 personal training sessions @ $1100 and receive 1 free session.
• Buy 20 group fitness sessions @ $250 and receive 2 free group fitness sessions.
Join me for group fitness classes @ A Game—215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Monday @ 9:30 am/6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 9:30 am/6:00 pm; Friday @ 9:30 am; and Saturday @ 8:30 am.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh also provides personal training (in-home/private studio), boot camps, seminars, corporate wellness programs, and nutrition advice.

ENERGY FIT News:
• Check out this month’s Nashville Lifestyles Magazine and my column on “Hot, New Workout Ideas.” Visit www.nashvillelifestyles.com to order your subscription to the hottest and trendiest rag in NashVegas.
• Congrats to the 2010 Miss Teen USA Cammy Crawford of Maryland. Also, a special shout out to Kristen Rose, Miss Tennessee Teen USA; and Taylor Hubbard, Miss Kentucky Teen USA on their top 15 placements. And to my Stormi Henley, the reigning Miss Teen USA—Congrats on an amazing year…You made Tennessee proud!!!
• Congrats to the 2010 Miss Kentucky America, Djuan Trent! A special shout out to Jefra Bland, 3rd runner-up and preliminary swimsuit winner; and Kelli Rush, top 10 finalists.
• Congrats to Mrs. Tennessee United States, Stephanie Story Lynch, on her 2nd runner-up finish @ Mrs. United States.
• Congrats to my monthly nutrition blurb author, Kristie Koerner, on her new job @ Columbia University in Manhattan as a dietician.
• Sarah McClary Glitzer of Spotlight Consulting and I are hosting a weekend Capture the Crown Retreat on September 17th-19th to be held at the Bradford Woods Leadership Retreat Center in Martinsville, Indiana. We have secured our own private mansion where we will spend the weekend learning about all aspects of pageantry, self-improvement, leadership and more! We have JUST 25 SPOTS available for the Capture the Crown Retreat! If you are interested, we will need to secure a $100 deposit to hold your room! This event is sure to book fast so don't delay if you would like the experience of a lifetime!!! Please tell your pageant friends as well if they have not had an opportunity to attend one of our blockbuster events! Email Sarah @ sglitzer@gmail.com or Josh @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com.
• Looking to cut healthcare costs, stress levels, and absenteeism…let ENERGY FITNESS by josh develop your business a fitness program and plan of action to eliminate these distracters! Contact me today to get your office ENERGY FIT!!!
• Congratulations and Best Wishes to everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.
• To all my clients—as always, thanks for your commitment to be ENERGY FIT—you all are the BEST!!!

Quote of the month:
I Exercise - run my mouth,push my luck, & jump to conclusions.
~anonymous

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com
energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
615.336.5403

ENERGY FITNESS by josh July Newsletter

2010-07-02T05:43:00.000-07:00

Hello Friends! I hope everyone is surviving this “summer from Hades!” However, I know that you are looking very “ENERGY FIT” in your summer wardrobe. July is going to be a very busy month for ENERGY FITNESS by josh. I am looking forward to spending ten days at the Miss Teen USA Pageant in the Bahamas at the Atlantis Resort, serving as the fitness expert for the Teen USA Fantasy Camp. I will think of you all as I am conducting morning workouts on the beach! : )
Take advantage of ENERGY FITNESS by josh July Specials:
• Buy 20 personal training sessions @ $1100 and receive 2 free sessions.
• Buy 15 personal training sessions @ $900 and receive 1 free session.
• Buy 20 group fitness classes for $250 and receive 2 free classes.
Group Fitness Classes
Location: 215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067
Days/Times: Monday—9:30 am/6:00 pm; Wednesday—9:30 am/6:00 pm; Friday—9:30 am; Saturday—8:30 am.
There will be no classes July 19th through July 25th.

Lee Ann Fray of Full Circle Fitness and I will be joining forces and conducting an August Boot Camp in Centennial Park in Nashville on Saturday mornings @ 7:00 am for the month. There will be four sessions (Aug. 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th). Cost is $75 for all four sessions or $20 per session. Email me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com to reserve your spot. The deadline to register is Saturday, July 31st.

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On a side note, please take a moment to vote for my dear friend, Dale Smith Thomas, and her show idea “The Hope Doctors” for the Oprah Network @ http://myown.oprah.com/audition/index.html?request=video_details&response_id=16838&promo_id=1 Let’s all do our part to help Dale land a spot on the network. Keep those votes coming in…

ENERGY FIT News:
• Check out my column in this month’s Nashville Lifestyles Magazine on “Fitness Tips for Surviving the NashVegas Heat.” Order your subscription @
www.nashvillelifestlyes.com.
• Make sure to check out my new website @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com. Thanks Urge Marketing for being creative geniuses. You all are the BEST!!!
• Good Luck to all my ENERGY FIT girls @ Miss Teen USA…Miss Tennessee Teen USA, Kristen Rose; Miss Georgia Teen USA, Caroline Wade; and Miss Kentucky Teen USA, Taylor Hubbard.
• Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Kentucky America pageant later this month in Lexington, KY. Congrats to my “Little Chipmunk,” Mallory Ervin, on a successful reign. You were a FABULOUS Miss Kentucky and I am very proud of you! I can’t wait to see what’s in store for you next…
• Congratulations to the new Miss Tennessee America, Nicole Jordan. Also a special shout out to Nicole Mazzio, 1st Runner-Up and Preliminary Swimsuit Winner; Lacey Alford, 3rd Runner-Up; Kaley Schwab, Top 10 Finalist; Katie Kendall, Top 15 Semi-Finalist; and Brooke Stegeman, Preliminary Swimsuit Winner.
• A special shout out to Coach Nikki Petterson and the Austin Peay University Dance Squad—I enjoyed conducting a fitness/nutrition clinic for them last month. They were awesome!!!
• Sarah McClary Glitzer of Spotlight Consulting and I are hosting a weekend Capture the Crown Retreat on September 17th-19th to be held at the Bradford Woods Leadership Retreat Center in Martinsville, Indiana. We have secured our own private mansion where we will spend the weekend learning about all aspects of pageantry, self-improvement, leadership and more! We have JUST 25 SPOTS available for the Capture the Crown Retreat! If you are interested, we will need to secure a $100 deposit to hold your room! This event is sure to book fast so don't delay if you would like the experience of a lifetime!!! Please tell your pageant friends as well if they have not had an opportunity to attend one of our blockbuster events! Email Sarah @ sglitzer@gmail.com or Josh @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com.
• Congratulations and Best Wishes to everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.
• To all my clients—as always, thanks for your commitment to be ENERGY FIT—you all are the BEST!!!

WATER, WATER, EVERYWHERE...
Kristie’s Nutrition Corner
By: Kristie Koerner

It sure is getting hot outside! Are you drinking enough water? Adequate
intake of water prevents dehydration, works to cleanse the body, and can help
to control weight. Water makes up about 78% of body weight at birth, 65% as
an infant, and 55% or more for overweight adults.

Individual needs depend on body weight, activity level, and climate. As
an estimate, to determine how much water you need, divide your weight (in
pounds) by two. That number equals how many ounces of water you should
drink. Remember, there are 8 ounces in 1 cup.

Tips to increase water intake:

1)Carry a glass or aluminum water bottle with you, everywhere: in your purse,
at your desk, in your car, by your bed...Check out these cute water bottles at
Target.com!

2)Drink water before, with, and after each meal to prevent overeating.

3)Drink 8 ounces of water for every 20 minutes of vigorous exercise you
complete, whether it be walking, running, biking, swimming...

4)If you drink alcohol, consume an equal amount of water.

5)When traveling on an airplane, drink 8 ounces of water for every hour on
board the plane.

6)Add citrus fruits (lemons, limes), cucumber slices, or mint to your water.
Drink herbal teas, seltzer water, or sugar free mixes like Crystal Light, Body
By Vi ViTrim Clear Control or ViSalus NEURO Smart Energy.

7)Eat foods that are water rich, such as watermelon (92% water by weight),
tomato (95% water), egg (74% water).

8)Keep water cold if it tastes better to you. Your body uses energy to regulate
temperature, so you burn a few extra calories in doing so. But if
dehydrated, room temperature water is best absorbed.

*WARNING: It is possible to "overdose" on water. Electrolytes in the body become
dilute and individual cells can burst. During very heavy, prolonged exercise
(marathon), drink 3 glasses of water for every one glass of a sports drink.

Quote of the month:
Exercise... the poor person's plastic surgery!
~anonymous

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com
energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
615.336.5403

"Up in the Gym--Just Working on my ENERGY FITNESS!!!"

2010-06-23T07:42:00.000-07:00

Congrats to my "ENERGY FIT" Tennessee America Ladies--Nicole Mazzio, 1st Runner-Up and Preliminary Swimsuit Winner; Lacey Alford, 3rd Runner-Up; Kaley Schwab, Top 10 Finalist; Katie Kendall, Top 15 Semi-Finalist; and Brooke Stegeman, Preliminary Swimsuit Winner. A special shout out to the new Miss Tennessee America, Nicole Jordan--best of luck on a successful year!

ENERGY FIT Miss USA Girls

2010-05-22T08:03:00.000-07:00

I just returned from the Miss USA Pageant at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. ENERGY FITNESS by josh was represented very well. A big shout out to Miss Tennessee USA, Tucker Perry, on her Top 10 finish; and Miss Alabama USA, Audrey Moore, on her Top 10 placement. Also, to Miss Georgia USA, Cassady Lance; Miss Kentucky USA, Kindra Clark; and Miss Illinois USA, Ashley Bradarich, thanks for letting me be a part of your journey. You all were FABULOUS and "ENERGY FIT!!!" Congratulations to the new Miss USA, Rima Fakih from Michigan.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh May Newsletter

2010-04-26T19:42:00.000-07:00

Hello Friends! It’s hard to believe that May is here…and time to show off those “ENERGY FIT” bods in your swimsuits. Is your body ENERGY FIT and ready?!

Join me at my new location for group fitness classes…

Where: A Game (215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Right off 65 South, Cool Springs Blvd. Exit)

When: Monday @ 9:30 am and 6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 9:30 am and 6:00 pm; Friday @ 9:30 am; and Saturday @ 8:30 am.

Cost: $15 per class; $135 for 10 classes; $195 for 15 classes; or $250 for 20 classes.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh also offers personal training (private facility and in-home training), nutrition advice, corporate fitness programs, boot camps and seminars. COMMIT 2 BE FIT TODAY!!!

Order your NO EXCUSES!!! DVD TODAY for $15 @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com.

Transform your life with the ViSalus Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge. Want to lose weight, tone up, or just get healthy? Join the Body by Vi 90 Day Challenge…visit www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com for more details or contact me for more information.

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ENERGY FIT News:

· Good Luck to my “ENERGY FIT” Miss USA girls as they compete in the nationally televised Miss USA pageant live from Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, NV on NBC Sunday, May 16th @ 6:00 pm cst. Good Luck Miss Tennessee USA, Tucker Perry; Miss Georgia USA, Cassady Lance; Miss Kentucky USA, Kindra Clark; Miss Alabama USA, Audrey Moore; and Miss Illinois USA, Ashley Bradarich. Can’t wait to watch you ladies strut your “ENERGY FIT” bodies on stage in Vegas. Make sure to tune in on May 16th @ 6:00 pm cst on NBC…

· Check out this month’s Nashville Lifestyles Magazine and my column on “Exercising with Man’s Best Friend.” Order your subscription TODAY @ www.nashvillelifestlyes.com.

· Fun in the Sun, that’s right folks! I am excited to announce that I have been selected as the official personal trainer for the Miss Teen USA Fantasy Camp at the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas. The event is scheduled for July 19th—25th. All you Teen Queens, don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity! Stay tuned for more details…

· Sarah McClary Glitzer of Spotlight Consulting and I are hosting a weekend Capture the Crown Retreat on September 17th-19th to be held at the Bradford Woods Leadership Retreat Center in Martinsville, Indiana. We have secured our own private mansion where we will spend the weekend learning about all aspects of pageantry, self-improvement, leadership and more! We have JUST 25 SPOTS available for the Capture the Crown Retreat! If you are interested, we will need to secure a $100 deposit to hold your room! This event is sure to book fast so don't delay if you would like the experience of a lifetime!!! Please tell your pageant friends as well if they have not had an opportunity to attend one of our blockbuster events! Email Sarah @ sglitzer@gmail.com or Josh @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com for more info.

· Looking to cut healthcare costs, stress levels, and absenteeism…let ENERGY FITNESS by josh develop your business a fitness program and plan of action to eliminate these distracters! Contact me today to get your office ENERGY FIT!!!

· I am excited to announce the launch of my new website, which will be up and running ASAP. Thanks Hazen Christensen and Urge Marketing for being creative geniuses for my new site. Check out www.urgemarketing.net. They are AWESOME!!!

· Good Luck to all the ladies competing in Mrs. Tennessee America the first weekend in May!

· A special shout out to all you Mothers—Happy Mother’s Day! And a very special shout out to my mother, Kay! Thanks for being the best mother and friend in the world! I love you more than you will ever know!!!

· Congratulations and Best Wishes to everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.

· To all my clients—as always, thanks for your commitment to be ENERGY FIT—you all are the BEST!!!

I am very excited to announce a new “blurb” that will be included in my newsletters. Kristie Koerner, a long time client and a recent Vanderbilt graduate, who is pursuing her registered dietician license will be writing a monthly blurb in my newsletters focusing on nutrition, healthy recipes, menu recommendations, etc. I am very excited to share her expertise and know that you will enjoy reading her entries. Without further a due, here is her first blurb…Thanks Kristie!!!

FREE! Vitamin D, that is...

Despite April showers, May will bring beautiful flowers and SUNNY weather! From the sun, the body can convert Vitamin D into its active form. Receive 5 to 15 minutes of sunlight at least 2-3 times a week, on your arms and legs - walk, run, swim, or just hang out with friends and family. But don’t forget to protect your face with sunscreen!

Vitamin D helps to prevent osteoporosis, or bone loss, and may reduce the risk of breast, colon, and prostate cancers. It enhances calcium absorption, and it helps to fight gum disease as well as tooth loss.

Recommended = 200 to 400 IU per day (no more than 2000 IU per day)

Salmon (3.5 ounces) = 360 IU

Tuna (3 ounces) = 200 IU

Milk (1 cup) = 100 IU

Fortified Orange Juice (1 cup) = 100 IU

Fortified Yogurt (6 ounces) = 80 IU

Fortified Breakfast Cereal (1 serving) = 40 IU

Egg (1 whole) = 20 IU

Shrimp (3 ounces) = 90 IU

Vitamin D Boosting Recipes:

Southwest Egg Scramble

Macaroni and 4 Cheeses

Pan Seared Salmon with Lemon Dill Yogurt Sauce

Mango Yogurt Pops

By: Kristie Koerner

Quote of the month:

~ To feel 'fit as a fiddle', you must tone down your middle ~

Until next time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,

Josh Rogers

B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh

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www.jrogers.bodybyvi.com

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2010-04-11T10:57:00.000-07:00

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ENERGY FITNESS by josh April Newsletter

2010-04-01T12:39:00.000-07:00

Happy Spring, Friends! Well, we have survived the cold, bitter months and it’s time to replace those sweaters, pants, and coats with swimsuits, tank tops, shorts, and more revealing clothes. Is your body ENERGY FIT and ready?!
Join me at my new location for group fitness classes…
Where: A Game (215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067—Right off 65 South, Cool Springs Blvd. Exit)
When: Monday @ 9:30 am and 6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 9:30 am and 6:00 pm; Friday @ 9:30 am; and Saturday @ 8:30 am.
Cost: $15 per class; $135 for 10 classes; $195 for 15 classes; or $250 for 20 classes.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh also offers personal training (private facility and in-home training), nutrition advice, corporate fitness programs, boot camps and seminars. COMMIT 2 BE FIT TODAY!!!
Order your NO EXCUSES!!! DVD TODAY for $15 @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com.

Stay up-to-date with ENERGY FITNESS by josh @:
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh

ENERGY FIT News:
• Check out this month’s Nashville Lifestyles Magazine and my column on “Fine Dining on the Waistline.” Order your subscription TODAY @ www.nashvillelifestlyes.com.
• Fun in the Sun, that’s right folks! I am excited to announce that I have been selected as the official personal trainer for the Miss Teen USA Fantasy Camp at the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas. The event is scheduled for July 19th—25th. All you Teen Queens, don’t miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity! Stay tuned for more details…
• Sarah McClary Glitzer of Spotlight Consulting and I are hosting a weekend Capture the Crown Retreat on September 17th-19th to be held at the Bradford Woods Leadership Retreat Center in Martinsville, Indiana. We have secured our own private mansion where we will spend the weekend learning about all aspects of pageantry, self-improvement, leadership and more! We have JUST 25 SPOTS available for the Capture the Crown Retreat! If you are interested, we will need to secure a $100 deposit to hold your room! This event is sure to book fast so don't delay if you would like the experience of a lifetime!!! Please tell your pageant friends as well if they have not had an opportunity to attend one of our blockbuster events! Email Sarah @ sglitzer@gmail.com or Josh @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com for more info.
• I will be traveling to Indianapolis, Indiana on April 23—25th to consult with Spotlight Consulting Clients on fitness and nutrition plans. If you live in the area and would like to book a consultation, email me for more details.
• Looking to cut healthcare costs, stress levels, and absenteeism…let ENERGY FITNESS by josh develop your business a fitness program and plan of action to eliminate these distracters! Contact me today to get your office ENERGY FIT!!!
• Congratulations to the newly crowned Miss Motor City Speedway, Emily Haley, and Miss Teen Motor City Speedway, Alyssa Dugger. Also, congrats to the new Miss River Queen, Kyndal Hayes, and Miss River Teen, Katie Kennedy!
• Congratulations and Best Wishes to everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.
• To all my clients—as always, thanks for your commitment to be ENERGY FIT—you all are the BEST!!!

Coffee: The New Health Food?
Plenty of health benefits are brewing in America's beloved beverage.
By Sid Kirchheimer
WebMD Feature
Reviewed by Michael W. Smith, MD
Want a drug that could lower your risk of diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and colon cancer? That could lift your mood and treat headaches? That could lower your risk of cavities?
If it sounds too good to be true, think again.
Coffee, the much maligned but undoubtedly beloved beverage, just made headlines for possibly cutting the risk of the latest disease epidemic, type 2 diabetes. And the real news seems to be that the more you drink, the better.
Reducing Disease Risk
After analyzing data on 126,000 people for as long as 18 years, Harvard researchers calculate that compared with not partaking in America's favorite morning drink, downing one to three cups of caffeinated coffee daily can reduce diabetes risk by single digits. But having six cups or more each day slashed men's risk by 54% and women's by 30% over java avoiders.
Though the scientists give the customary "more research is needed" before they recommend you do overtime at Starbuck's to specifically prevent diabetes, their findings are very similar to those in a less-publicized Dutch study. And perhaps more importantly, it's the latest of hundreds of studies suggesting that coffee may be something of a health food -- especially in higher amounts.
In recent decades, some 19,000 studies have been done examining coffee's impact on health. And for the most part, their results are as pleasing as a gulp of freshly brewed Breakfast Blend for the 108 million Americans who routinely enjoy this traditionally morning -- and increasingly daylong -- ritual. In practical terms, regular coffee drinkers include the majority of U.S. adults and a growing number of children.
"Overall, the research shows that coffee is far more healthful than it is harmful," says Tomas DePaulis, PhD, research scientist at Vanderbilt University's Institute for Coffee Studies, which conducts its own medical research and tracks coffee studies from around the world. "For most people, very little bad comes from drinking it, but a lot of good."
Consider this: At least six studies indicate that people who drink coffee on a regular basis are up to 80% less likely to develop Parkinson's, with three showing the more they drink, the lower the risk. Other research shows that compared to not drinking coffee, at least two cups daily can translate to a 25% reduced risk of colon cancer, an 80% drop in liver cirrhosis risk, and nearly half the risk of gallstones.
Coffee even offsets some of the damage caused by other vices, some research indicates. "People who smoke and are heavy drinkers have less heart disease and liver damage when they regularly consume large amounts of coffee compared to those who don't," says DePaulis.
There's also some evidence that coffee may help manage asthma and even control attacks when medication is unavailable, stop a headache, boost mood, and even prevent cavities.
Is it the caffeine? The oodles of antioxidants in coffee beans, some of which become especially potent during the roasting process? Even other mysterious properties that warrant this intensive study?
Actually, yes.
Some of coffee's reported benefits are a direct result of its higher caffeine content: An eight ounce cup of drip-brewed coffee contains about 85 mg -- about three and a half times more than the same serving of tea or cola or one ounce of chocolate.
"The evidence is very strong that regular coffee consumption reduces risk of Parkinson's disease and for that, it's directly related to caffeine," DePaulis tells WebMD. "In fact, Parkinson's drugs are now being developed that contain a derivative of caffeine based on this evidence."
Caffeine is also what helps in treating asthma and headaches. Though not widely publicized, a single dose of pain reliever such as Anacin or Excedrin contains up to 120 milligrams -- what's in a hefty mug o' Joe.
Boost to Athleticism
It's also caffeine -- and not coffee, per se -- that makes java a powerful aid in enhancing athletic endurance and performance, says physiologist and longtime coffee researcher Terry Graham, PhD, of the University of Guelph in Canada. So powerful, in fact, that until recently, caffeine in coffee or other forms was deemed a "controlled" substance by the Olympic Games Committee, meaning that it could be consumed only in small, designated amounts by competing athletes.
"What caffeine likely does is stimulate the brain and nervous system to do things differently," he tells WebMD. "That may include signaling you to ignore fatigue or recruit extra units of muscle for intense athletic performance. Caffeine may even have a direct effect on muscles themselves, causing them to produce a stronger contraction. But what's amazing about it is that unlike some performance-enhancing manipulation some athletes do that are specific for strength or sprinting or endurance, studies show that caffeine positively enhances all of these things."
How does this brew affect growing minds and bodies? Very nicely, it seems, says DePaulis. Coffee, as you probably know, makes you more alert, which can boost concentration. But claims that it improves a child's academic performance can be exaggerated. Coffee-drinking kids may do better on school tests because they're more awake, but most task-to-task lab studies suggest that coffee doesn't really improve mental performance, says DePaulis.
But it helps kids' minds in another way. "There recently was a study from Brazil finding that children who drink coffee with milk each day are less likely to have depression than other children," he tells WebMD. "In fact, no studies show that coffee in reasonable amounts is in any way harmful to children."
On the flip side, it's clear that coffee isn't for everyone. Its legendary jolt in excess doses -- that is, more than whatever your individual body can tolerate -- can increase nervousness, hand trembling, and cause rapid heartbeat. Coffee may also raise cholesterol levels in some people and may contribute to artery clogging. But most recent large studies show no significant adverse effects on most healthy people, although pregnant women, heart patients, and those at risk for osteoporosis may still be advised to limit or avoid coffee.
The bottom line: "People who already drink a lot of coffee don't have to feel 'guilty' as long as coffee does not affect their daily life," says Hu. "They may actually benefit from coffee habits in the long run."
In other words, consume enough caffeine -- whether it's from coffee or another source -- and you will likely run faster, last longer and be stronger. What's enough? As little as one cup can offer some benefit, but the real impact comes from at least two mugs, says Graham. By comparison, it'd take at least eight glasses of cola to get the same effect, which isn't exactly conducive for running a marathon.
But the harder you exercise, the more benefit you may get from coffee. "Unfortunately, where you see the enhancing effects from caffeine is in hard-working athletes, who are able to work longer and somewhat harder," says Graham, who has studied the effects of caffeine and coffee for nearly two decades. "If you a recreational athlete who is working out to reduce weight or just feel better, you're not pushing yourself hard enough to get an athletic benefit from coffee or other caffeinated products."
But you can get other benefits from coffee that have nothing to do with caffeine. "Coffee is loaded with antioxidants, including a group of compounds called quinines that when administered to lab rats, increases their insulin sensitivity" he tells WebMD. This increased sensitivity improves the body's response to insulin.
That may explain why in that new Harvard study, those drinking decaf coffee but not tea beverages also showed a reduced diabetes risk, though it was half as much as those drinking caffeinated coffee.
"We don't know exactly why coffee is beneficial for diabetes," lead researcher Frank Hu, MD, tells WebMD. "It is possible that both caffeine and other compounds play important roles. Coffee has large amounts of antioxidants such as chlorogenic acid and tocopherols, and minerals such as magnesium. All these components have been shown to improve insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism."
Meanwhile, Italian researchers credit another compound called trigonelline, which gives coffee its aroma and bitter taste, for having both antibacterial and anti-adhesive properties to help prevent dental cavities from forming. There are other theories for other conditions.

Recipe(s) of the Month:
A Month of Low Fat Meals…thanks Kristie Koerner for introducing me to this website!!!
http://www.myrecipes.com/recipes/calendar/0,30311,1963414,00.html?viewdate=3_20_2010

Until next time, here’s to an ENERGY FIT and healthy start to spring…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
615.336.5403

Miss Teen USA Fantasy Camp

2010-03-20T15:13:00.000-07:00

Fun in the Sun...that's right, folks! I am excited to announce that I have been selected as the official personal trainer for the Miss Teen USA Fantasy Camp at the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas. The event is scheduled for July 19th--25th. All you Teen Queens, don't miss out on this once in a lifetime opportunity. Hope to see you there...
Also, a special thanks to Kim Greenwood, Maureen Atwell, and the Miss Universe Organization for your support and allowing me to be a part of this prestigious event!!!

Capture the Crown Retreat

2010-03-16T17:19:00.000-07:00

Pageant Veteran, Sarah McClary Glitzer of Spotlight Consulting, and "Trainer to the Stars," Josh Rogers of ENERGY FITNESS by josh, are teaming up to offer a unique experience for pageant participants to succeed in all areas of pageantry, as well as in life. Capture the Crown Retreats focus on the following:
* Goal Setting and Execution
* Communication and Public Speaking
* Interview and Resume Development
* Image and Pageant Consulting
* Physical Fitness and Nutrition
* Leadership and Team Building

We are hosting a weekend Capture the Crown Retreat on September 17th-19th to be held at the Bradford Woods Leadership Retreat Center in Martinsville, Indiana. We have secured our own private mansion where we will spend the weekend learning about all aspects of pageantry, self-improvement, leadership and more! Here is what one participant had to say about our last retreat...

“Capture the Crown was not only informational and educational but it was fun! It provided me with the atmosphere to grow personally and I learned about my strengths and weaknesses through exciting exercises that involved teamwork, communication and courage. I feel that walking out of the door today, I am not only a stronger competitor in the pageant industry but a happier person as well. I have a new level of confidence that will allow me to perform at a much higher level and I feel successful, empowered and motivated! I am leaving with clear goals and a plan that is going to help me accomplish them."

We have JUST 25 SPOTS available for the Capture the Crown Retreat! If you are interested, we will need to secure a $100 deposit to hold your room! This event is sure to book fast so don't delay if you would like the experience of a lifetime!!! Please tell your pageant friends as well if they have not had an opportunity to attend one of our blockbuster events!

Contact Sarah @ sglitzer@gmail.com for more info.

Nashville Lifestyles Magazine Fitness Column

2010-03-16T17:12:00.000-07:00

Check out my monthly fitness column in Nashville's trendiest rag, Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. Order your subscription @ www.nashvillelifestyles.com.

Kentucky Beauty Queen Boot Camp Event Sponsored by ENERGY FITNESS by josh and Spotlight Consulting

2010-03-10T06:15:00.000-08:00

I want to thank Sarah McClary Glitzer, Kristen Motil, all the beauitiful participants, and the generous sponsors and volunteers for a successful Kentucky Beauty Queen Boot Camp Event. Stay tuned for future events from Spotlight Consulting and ENERGY FITNESS by josh...

March Newsletter

2010-02-27T19:41:00.000-08:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh March Newsletter

Spring is in the air! And what better time than now to be “ENERGY FIT” for spring break and the revealing of those “fit bodies” in your favorite swimsuit…

Join Josh Rogers of ENERGY FITNESS by josh for Group Fitness Training Sessions (Circuit Training, Boot Camp, Conditioning, etc.) at a new location beginning March 8th:

Where: A Game; 215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067 (Right off 65--Cool Springs Blvd. Exit)

When: Monday @ 9:30 am and 6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 9:30 am and 6:00 pm; Friday @ 9:30 am; and Saturday @ 8:30 am.

Cost: $15 per class; $135 for 10 classes; $195 for 15 classes; or $250 for 20 classes.

Come check out the new location, top notch equipment, and "ENERGY FIT" workouts.

As we move group fitness classes to a new location, I would like to take this opportunity to thank Christ Church and the Hardwick Athletic Center for a great three years. The memories, support, friendships, and fellowship of the facility and it’s people will always remain close to my heart.

Commit 2 be FIT and order your “NO EXCUSES!!!” DVD for $15 @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com.

NEWS:

· Check out this month’s Nashville Lifestyles Magazine and my column on “Beach Ready Bodies.” Order your subscription today @ www.nashvillelifestyles.com.

· I will be traveling to Lexington, KY to co-host the first ever Kentucky Beauty Queen Boot Camp with Sarah McClary Glitzer of Spotlight Consulting on March 6th. We have 50 girls registered and several Kentucky news media outlets covering the event. Check out my blog, www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com, for pictures and coverage of the blockbuster event. A special thanks to all the generous sponsors and volunteers.

· Good Luck to all the contestants competing in the national Miss/Teen Motor Speedway Pageants in Nashville, TN @ the Vanderbilt Student Center on March 13th. Also, best of luck to all the contestants competing in the Miss/Teen River Queen Pageants at the end of the month in Clarksville, TN.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh is now offering corporate wellness programs. Cut healthcare costs, absenteeism, and stress levels by keeping your company “ENERGY FIT!” Contact me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com to discuss a plan of action TODAY…

Special thanks to the TT4C (Tenacious Teens for Christ) Organization, Ms. Jackson, and Tiffany and Melvin Love for inviting me to speak to the teens on making good decisions and living a healthy lifestyle. What a dynamic group of teenagers. Remember to always “Commit 2 be FIT” and no late nite McDonald’s drive thru’s...WORD!!!

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· www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com

· www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh

· www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh

Spring Training Fitness Tips
How to ease back into shape this spring and summer
About.com: Sports Medicine

After a long winter of reduced activity or inactivity you might be tempted to get outside and train as soon as the weather improves. You may also be tempted to exercise at the same level you did at the end of the last season. But such enthusiasm often leads to early season injuries. If you changed your routine for the winter, you need to get back into shape slowly. Here are some tips to keep in mind as you head out the door this spring.

· Slow but Steady. Don’t succumb to the weekend warrior syndrome. Try to get some exercise 3-4 times per week on alternate days. One of the best ways to get injured or sore is to go hard all weekend and do nothing during the week.

· Monitor Your Level of Exertion. Use the perceived exertion scale, the talk test, or the heart rate range to help you determine an appropriate intensity level. Stay at the lower end of the scale (11-13) and build up over several weeks.

· Increase Your Training Slowly. Increasing training (mileage, time or amount of weight lifted) more than 10 percent per week increases your risk of injury. To avoid this, increase your training gradually over the weeks.

· Avoid All-Out Efforts Until You Build a Solid Base of Fitness. Depending upon how much inactivity you had over the winter, it could take as long as 6 weeks to re-establish a solid fitness base. Start your exercise program with slow, steady aerobic sessions. When you add intervals or all-out efforts, make sure you allow enough rest and recovery (at least 48 hours) between those hard effort training days.

· Follow a Training Program and Keep Records. If you really want to build back up to optimal fitness, it helps to establish a training plan and stick with it. There are many training programs for all types of sports and having one is not only good motivation, but it helps keep you from doing too much too soon.

· Cut Yourself Some Slack. If you took the winter off, don't expect to be back to peak fitness in a week or two. It's ok to go slow and just enjoy being outside again. There's plenty of summer left, so don't worry about going a bit slower in the beginning.

· Train With Others at Your Fitness Level. If you can find a few people with the same fitness level and goals as you it can help kept you progressing at a good pace. Training with those who are farther along will only encourage you to overdo it, get injured or feel ‘behind’ in your training. Workouts with more fit people can be motivating and help you improve, but only after you have a good solid base to work with. Otherwise they can be harmful.

· Remember to Have Fun. Keep in mind that this is Spring Training which is a time for fun, light-hearted exercise. You aren't competing and you aren't burnt out yet. So just relax and enjoy your activity.

Quote of the month:

“EXERCISE: You don’t have time not too!”

In closing, I would like to congratulate and send blessings to anyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc. And to everyone else, thanks for your commitment to being “ENERGY FIT!”—you all are the BEST!!!

Until next time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,

Josh Rogers

B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh

www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com

energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com

www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com

www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh

615.336.5403

TT4C "Commit 2 be FIT!!!"

2010-02-26T06:56:00.000-08:00

On February 25th, I had the opportunity to speak to TT4C (Tenacious Teens for Christ) on the importance of making good decisions and living a healthy lifestyle. WOW, what a dynamic group of teenagers--we had a blast! I want to thank the organization, Ms. Jackson, and Tiffany and Melvin Love for inviting me to speak and be a part of such an amazing group. Remember, COMMIT 2 BE FIT and no late nite McDonald's drive thru's...WORD!!!

"ENERGY FIT" Bodies @ Miss America

2010-02-14T14:41:00.000-08:00

Congratulations to Mallory Ervin, Miss Kentucky America, on her 4th runner-up finish @ Miss America; and CC Barber, Miss Oregon America, on her preliminary swimsuit win and top 15 placement @ Miss America. Way to rock that stage in Vegas with your "ENERGY FIT" bods...Kudos!!!

ENERGY FITNESS by josh--New Group Fitness Location beginning in March--Come Get ENERGY FIT!!!

2010-02-11T13:26:00.000-08:00

Join Josh Rogers of ENERGY FITNESS by josh for Group Fitness Training Sessions (Circuit Training, Boot Camp, Conditioning, etc.) at a new location beginning March 8th:

Where: A Game; 215 Gothic Ct. Franklin, TN 37067 (Right off 65--Cool Springs Blvd. Exit)

When: Monday @ 9:30 am and 6:00 pm; Wednesday @ 9:30 am and 6:00 pm; Friday @ 9:30 am; and Saturday @ 8:30 am.

Cost: $15 per class; $135 for 10 classes; $195 for 15 classes; or $250 for 20 classes.

Come check out the new location, top notch equipment, and "ENERGY FIT" workouts.

Nashville Lifestlyes Magazine Fitness Column with Josh Rogers of ENERGY FITNESS by josh

2010-02-04T20:23:00.000-08:00

Fitness: Solo in the Gym
Making your private workout time work for you
by Josh Rogers • February 1, 2010
With this issue’s hot topic being “Single in the City,” let’s take it a step farther with “Solo in the Gym.” I’m sure for some of you think the thought of showing up at the gym alone is a nightmare. You’ve probably become accustomed to working out with your best friend, a colleague or a significant other. Questions arise, such as: Who am I going to talk to between sets? What if the creep who’s been checking me out the past few weeks makes a move—who’ll rescue me? Who’ll count my reps? Or most importantly, who’ll reassure me I don’t look fat in the mirrors? All are very valid points, but I assure you it won’t be as terrifying as you may think. Step out of your comfort zone and give it a shot. Here are some benefits of going solo in the gym. You can:

Relieve Stress—Let’s pretend you’ve had an extremely stressful day at the office or the kids have been a handful. What better way to relieve that built-up stress than heading to the gym alone and taking it out on the weights, stair climber or treadmill. You don’t have to answer to anyone, you can go at your own pace and forget about the events making your blood pressure skyrocket. Enjoy your favorite tunes on your iPod as you sweat away all the tension of your day from Hades.

Maximize Time—Going solo to the gym provides the opportunity to determine the length and intensity of your workout. For example, if your day has gotten away from you, the only time period to fit in a quick workout might be during your 30-minute lunch break. Exercising alone allows you to maximize your short amount of time—you don’t have to wait on your partner, you take shorter breaks between sets and you have fewer interruptions. Or perhaps you’re fighting allergies, but know you need to workout and break a sweat. However, you don’t feel strong enough to perform your regular routine with your workout partner. Go work out alone and do what you can—that way you won’t interfere with your partner and his/her level of intensity. And you’ll feel so much better after a few drips of sweat!

Meet New People—As silly as it may sound, going to the gym alone is a great way to meet new people and learn new workout ideas. I don’t mean treating the gym as a “meat market” and hunting your next prey—simply meeting new friends and observing new workout techniques, challenges and ideas. You never know, you may just connect with a special someone eventually.

Enjoy the Variety—We all notoriously follow the same old routine time and time again, looking for different results. Going to the gym alone forces you out of your comfort zone, which will hopefully put some variety into your workout. Try a group fitness class, hire a personal trainer, look for new routines in fitness magazines—you never know, you might find something new that works for you to “spice it up.”
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Gain Confidence and Independence—Though it sounds cliché: Yes, going to the gym alone promotes a sense of self confidence and independence to your style. The first few times may be a little intimidating, but you’ll soon gain that swagger and feel very comfortable pumping iron without anyone standing over you. And you never know—you might actually enjoy it.

As a professional who makes his living in the fitness environment, I enjoy the comradery of working out with a friend or colleague. However, there are those days when a solo workout is just what the doctor ordered. Next time you feel stressed, limited for time, bored or just need to spice it up, head for the gym alone and embrace it—you never know what may happen.

Until next time …

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
energyfitnessbyjosh.com

Exercise of the Month: Ball Squats
Muscle Targeted: Quadriceps and Gluteus Maximus
Equipment Needed: 55-65 cm Exercise Ball
Instructions:

1. Place a 55-65 centimeter exercise ball in the lower part of your back against the wall.
2. Stand with your legs hip-width apart and your arms by your side, on your hips.
3. Squat down 90 degrees, keeping your hips back against the ball and body weight on your heels (knees should not travel over your toes).
4. Return to the starting position without locking out your knees (keep knees soft/slightly bent).
5. Perform two sets of 15-20 reps (to make the exercise more difficult, pick up a set of 5-15 pound dumbbells).

ENERGY FITNESS by josh February Newsletter

2010-02-01T09:09:00.000-08:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh February Newsletter

Greetings Friends! I don’t know about you, but I am over the COLD weather. Thank goodness we only have another month or so of this ugliness! In the mean time, let’s keep those bodies warm and “ENERGY FIT!”
Take advantage of my “Group Fitness/Circuit Training” specials:
• $100 for unlimited classes for the month of February/$15 per class.

Location/Schedule:
Hardwick Activity Center; 15354 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN 37211
Monday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm; Wednesday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm; Friday: 9:30 am;
Saturday: 8:30 am.

• Group Fitness/Circuit Training Classes will be changing locations starting in March. We will be moving outdoors to welcome the spring weather. Stay tuned for more details/schedule in a future email.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh Presents…”NO EXCUSES!!!” Workout DVD $15
Do you find yourself making excuses for not having time to get a quick, effective workout in? Well, NOW it's time to cut out the excuses with this "quick fix" training program that can be performed in the comfort of your own home, or while traveling on the road and staying in hotels or tour buses with "NO EXCUSES!"
You only need tubing, an exercise ball, 5-8 lb. dumbbells, and a jump rope to work your way toward a happy and healthier "YOU!"

I am confident you will find a workout routine and level of intensity that will work best for you and your current fitness level.

"GET READY TO FINALLY ENJOY WORKING OUT WITH...NO EXCUSES!"

To order your copy of "NO EXCUSES!!" visit the website @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com

ENERGY FIT News:
• Pick up a copy of this month’s Nashville Lifestyles Magazine, “Single in the City,” and check out my new fitness column. February’s topic is “Solo in the Gym,” which focuses on the benefits of working out all by your lonesome. If you are not a subscriber, visit www.nashvillelifestyles.com to order your subscription.

• Join Pageant Veteran, Sarah McClary Glitzer of Spotlight Consulting, and “Trainer to the Stars,” Josh Rogers of ENERGY FITNESS by josh, as they team up and bring a one of a kind “ Kentucky Beauty Queen Boot Camp” to Lexington, Kentucky on March 6th. Fadil Berisha, renowned photographer and the official photographer for the Miss Universe Organization will also be on hand. The camp will focus on:
-Fitness Regiments and Nutrition Planning
-Goal -Setting for an upcoming pageant
-Mastering the Pageant Interview
-Writing a Bio that captures the Judges
-Runway Techniques and Stage Presentation
-Mental Strength and Confidence Building Techniques
-And MUCH MORE…
Space is LIMITED—REGISTER TODAY @ http://marchbqbc.eventbrite.com or contact Sarah Glitzer @ sglitzer@gmail.com or Josh Rogers @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com.

• CONGRATULATIONS to Miss Kentucky America, Mallory Ervin, on her 4th runner-up finish @ Miss America; Stefanie Whitler, Miss Tennessee America, on her 2nd runner-up finish @ Miss America; and CC Barber, Miss Oregon, on her top 15 placement and preliminary swimsuit win.

• Please, please, please send me your favorite healthy recipes, success stories, funny quotes, etc. to share in my newsletters. After all, cooking is not my forte and I have searched the internet high and low for every healthy recipe known to man. However, I still manage to over-cook, burn, forget ingredients, you name it…I need some help here!!! Hint, Hint…

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• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
• www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
• www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh

In correlation with Valentines Day, I wanted to share a touching story that I came across on the internet, courtesy of www.neurotalk.psychcentral.com. Keep your tissue box close…
A Love Story: A Fitness Instructor and her Paralyzed Husband

It is, no doubt, a major act of love.

But I couldn't help wondering if it's not also a little cruel – dragging a paralyzed guy to an exercise class.

At the Lifetime Fitness in Plano, instructor Cheryl Pacinda leads her usual Monday morning spin class.

Some 50 people are arrayed in front of her on stationary bikes, all pedaling madly to the pounding music and Cheryl's peppy, nonstop encouragements.

And as usual, beside Cheryl at the front of the room is one small island of stillness in the whirring sea of hyperactivity.

It is Cheryl's husband, Mark, permanently stilled by ALS. Or Lou Gehrig's disease.

While everyone else in the room mops sweat with white towels, 45-year-old Mark sits in his wheelchair with two blue blankets pulled up tightly beneath his chin, protection against the gusts of air conditioning.

It is a scene almost too incongruous to comprehend: Cheryl's relentless, high-energy motion contrasted against Mark's placid immobility.

At times, Cheryl is on her stationary bike at the front of the room, calling the pace on a headset microphone. At other times, she flits around the room, exhorting the riders on.

And in the midst of it all, without missing a beat, she attends to her husband. "You OK, honey? You want a suction?"

He blinks out a "No." For the moment, the breathing tube in his throat isn't clogged.

Slight movement of the head is all the motion Mark has left. The scourge of ALS is that it leaves the brain functioning fine inside a body that quits inch by inch.

In a chat after spin class, I heard Mark and Cheryl's story.

Ketchup packets, of all things, first alerted Mark that something was going haywire. Suddenly he couldn't make his fingers tear them open.

This was in Houston in early 1997. Mark was a regional manager for Taco Bell. Cheryl was the fitness director at an exercise center. They were planning a November wedding.

The awful ALS diagnosis came in late May. They married a week later. "Because I love him," Cheryl said, simply enough.

Mark needed to immediately begin some experimental drugs – medicine that could be harmful to a pregnancy. "But we had wanted to have children," Cheryl said. "The doctor said, 'You have one month.' "

Mark gave me a sly grin when I turned to congratulate him on his virility. I had already heard they are parents of an 11-year-old son.

To better fight the coming paralysis, Mark and Cheryl moved to Carrollton and consolidated households with his parents.

Cheryl has been Mark's nearly sole caregiver from the start.

Mark can mouth a few words. Other words he blinks out, stopping Cheryl as she recites the alphabet.

"Most people have caregivers they do not know," Mark said. "It is better to have someone who loves you."

He smiled and cut his eyes toward Cheryl. "Aww," she said, giving him a tender pat.

Partly for the money, partly for her own health and sanity, Cheryl began leading fitness classes again. But Mark didn't like being left behind.

So contrary to my qualms about a paralyzed guy in an exercise class, Mark loves tagging along.

"I don't care what people think," he blinked. "It is better than being home in bed."

As it turns out, Cheryl's energetic style and Mark's quiet presence have made her classes very popular.

Several people in the spin class told me the same thing as Monday's session ended:

Cheryl works them. Mark inspires them.

Resource of the Month: (instead of a recipe—more fitting coming from me!!!)
This recommendation is courtesy of Kristie Koerner. Want to know the calorie count and nutritional value of your favorite recipe/dinner. Look no farther…You can just copy and paste ingredients from a recipe and it converts everything...
http://caloriecount.about.com/cc/recipe_analysis.php
ENJOY…Thanks Kristie!!!

I want to wish everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special event, etc. Congratulations and Best Wishes! And a Happy Valentines to you all!!! Thanks for being FABULOUS and “ENERGY FIT!!!”
Until Next Time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh
615.336.5403

Are you wanting to successfully compete in a pageant in 2010?

2010-01-13T09:41:00.000-08:00

Join the team that can help you do that by attending "Beauty Queen Boot Camp," hosted by Josh Rogers of ENERGY FITNESS by josh and Sarah McClary Glitzer of Capture the Crown and Spotlight Consulting.

When: Saturday, March 6th, 2010

Where: Four Points by Sheraton ($85/nite rate available); 1938 Stanton Way, Lexington, KY 40511 (888)627.8157 (Request the Spotlight Consulting Rate)

Time: 10:00 am--5:00 pm est

Details: $300 registration fee includes workshop, activities (including 2 workouts)meal and snacks. Photo sessions available with renowned photographer Fadil Berisha, to be held on Sunday, March 7th. Call for pricing and to schedule today!

"Beauty Queen Boot Camp" is an enriching full day workshop for young women with the goal of performing successfully in pageants and in life. We believe excellence starts from within. Work with our winning team and we will empower you to succeed in the following areas:

• Fitness Regiments and Nutrition Planning
• Goal Setting for an upcoming pageant
• Mastering the Pageant Interview
• Writing a Bio that captures the Judges
• Runway Techniques and Stage Presentation
• Mental Strength and Confidence Building Techniques
• And MUCH MORE…

Visit our websites:
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
www.spotlightonsuccess.net

Register TODAY--Space is LIMITED!!!
Sarah McClary Glitzer
Spotlight Consulting
317.529.2310
sglitzer@gmail.com

ENERGY FITNESS by josh January Newsletter

2010-01-04T10:22:00.000-08:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh January Newsletter

Happy 2010 Friends! I hope everyone had a very memorable and joyous holiday season! Well, guess what? Now it’s time to get back to work on those “ENERGY FIT” bodies!
Take advantage of ENERGY FITNESS by josh’s “New Year—New You” Specials:
2010 Specials:
• $1,000 for unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the year--$2200 Value.
• $600 for unlimited Group Fitness Classes for 6 months--$1100 Value.
• $350 for unlimited Group Fitness Classes for 3 months--$600 Value.
• $15 per Group Fitness Class.
Location/Schedule:
Hardwick Activity Center; 15354 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN 37211
Monday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm; Wednesday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm; Friday: 9:30 am;
Saturday: 8:30 am.
• 10 Personal Training Sessions for $600 and receive 1 free session.
• 15 Personal Training Sessions for $900 and receive 2 free sessions.
• 20 Personal Training Sessions for $1100 and receive 3 free sessions.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh Presents…”NO EXCUSES!!!” Workout DVD $15
Do you find yourself making excuses for not having time to get a quick, effective workout in? Well, NOW it's time to cut out the excuses with this "quick fix" training program that can be performed in the comfort of your own home, or while traveling on the road and staying in hotels or tour buses with "NO EXCUSES!"
You only need tubing, an exercise ball, 5-8 lb. dumbbells, and a jump rope to work your way toward a happy and healthier "YOU!"

I am confident you will find a workout routine and level of intensity that will work best for you and your current fitness level.

"GET READY TO FINALLY ENJOY WORKING OUT WITH...NO EXCUSES!"

To order your copy of "NO EXCUSES!!" visit the website @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com

ENERGY FIT News:
• I am very excited to announce that ENERGY FITNESS by josh will be writing a monthly fitness column in Nashville’s hottest and trendiest magazine, Nashville Lifestyles Magazine. Check out my first column in the February, “Single in the City” issue on “Solo in the Gym”—how fitting!!! If you aren’t a subscriber, make sure to order your subscription @ www.nashvillelifestyles.com.
• ENERGY FITNESS by josh and Sarah McClary Glitzer of Spotlight Consulting are teaming up to organize a one day event in Lexington, KY called “Capture the Crown Retreat.” The retreat will focus on personal growth/leadership development, mental strength/personality awareness, fitness/nutrition, interview/public speaking, modeling/stage presence, and will conclude with a mock pageant. The event is scheduled for March 6th. We have booked Fadil Berisha, the official photographer for the Miss Universe Organization. He is offering three looks, which includes hair and make-up for $1000—what a great deal! If you are interested in participating/sponsoring (goodie bags, gift certificates, discounts, etc.) the event contact me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com.
• Good Luck to Miss Kentucky America, Mallory Ervin; Miss Oregon America, CC Barber; and Miss Tennessee America, Stefanie Whittler as they compete for the title of Miss America @ Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada. Make sure to watch the live telecast on Saturday, January 30th @ 8:00 pm est on TLC.

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Top Ten Fitness New Year’s Resolutions
Start with something reasonable, adjustable, and manageable

Many people tend to make unrealistic goals when it comes to creating a New Year’s Resolution based on health and fitness. Many rush immediately to a gym to sign up, go for a few weeks, and then decide to give up.

Instead of making these unreachable goals for yourself, why not start with some simpler, and more adequate resolutions. Here are some suggestions to creating a more manageable and achievable New Year’s Resolution.

1. Take the stairs instead of the elevator
2. Take the dog for a walk every day
3. Keep a water bottle at your desk and fill it twice a day
4. Pack a homemade healthy lunch at least 3 times a week
5. Post your 7 favorite shake recipes on the fridge and have one every day
6. Take fish oils daily to check your cholesterol and blood sugar levels
7. Sign up to a dance class, club, or sport with your partner
8. Purchase sessions with a trainer so that you go to the gym regularly
9. Limit your treats to one day a week
10. Join a forum (example: fitness.com’s training forum, or Weight Loss Support Forum) to become more motivated

You may come up with your own ideas, as these 10 solutions only name a few. The main idea is that they all have sustainable and objective outcomes. They are all positive for your health and well being, but don’t take away from your daily routine. This fine tweaking of creating manageable resolutions will eventually lead to fine victories.

Happy New Year!

Recipe of the month:
High Protein Flourless Pancakes

Ingredients
10 grams Unjury whey protein powder
1/4 cup 1% cottage cheese
1/2 cup egg substitute
1/3 cup one-minute oatmeal
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg,
1 tsp Splenda

Directions
Makes 1 large pancake or 4 small pancakes.

Mix all ingredients and blend in a food processor.

Pour batter into a heated skillet (medium-high heat) coated with non-stick cooking spray. Flip after 3-4 minutes or when batter begins to bubble and edges harden. Cook for another 3-4 minutes or until both sides are browned.

Top with light margarine or sugar-free syrup (optional).
Nutritional Info:
• Servings Per Recipe: 1
• Amount Per Serving
• Calories: 255.2
• Total Fat: 2.8 g
• Cholesterol: 2.3 mg
• Sodium: 473.0 mg
• Total Carbs: 24.7 g
• Dietary Fiber: 3.1 g
• Protein: 29.8 g

Quote of the month:
Money is the most envied, but the least enjoyed. Health is the most enjoyed, but the least envied.
~Charles Caleb Cotton

Until next time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com
615.336.5403

Interview on Fall Fitness w/ Holly Thompson on Channel 4, More @ Midday

2009-12-08T06:54:00.000-08:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh Presents..."NO EXCUSES!!!" DVD Promo and Special Holiday Price

2009-12-04T10:38:00.000-08:00

Order your "NO EXCUSES!!!" DVD for a special price of $15. The workout DVD makes a great gift--give the gift of fitness this holiday season. Order your copy today @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com. COMMIT 2 BE FIT!!!

NBC Affiliate, Channel 4--More @ Midday Summer Interview

2009-12-03T12:20:00.000-08:00

Check out my interview on NBC Affiliate, Channel 4--More @ Midday, on 5 Inexpensive Fitness Items. Notice the BIG plug for my "NO EXCUSES!!!" DVD--WORD!!!

To view the remainder of the interview go to http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NiJZC-SmSMg.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh December Newsletter

2009-12-01T06:44:00.001-08:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh December Newsletter

Merry Christmas Friends! I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday. If you are like me, you probably feel quite stuffed and a little bloated in your festive holiday attire from all that “delicious” food. ENERGY FITNESS by josh is here to help you get through the month of December while looking “ENERGY FIT” and enjoying the many parties and joys of this special time of the year. Jump on the bandwagon NOW and you will feel much better when all the “hoopla” ends and 2010 rings in! And if you are still looking for that perfect gift, give the gift of fitness with a gift certificate from ENERGY FITNESS by josh.

December Specials:

· $75 for unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the month.

Location/Schedule:

Hardwick Activity Center; 15354 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN 37211

Monday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm; Wednesday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm; Friday: 9:30 am;

Saturday: 8:30 am.

· $65 for Individual Personal Training Sessions (Reg. $70)

· $15 for “NO EXCUSES!!!” DVD—order your copy @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com.

2010 Specials:

· $1,000 for unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the year--$2200 Value.

· $600 for unlimited Group Fitness Classes for 6 months--$1100 Value.

· $350 for unlimited Group Fitness Classes for 3 months--$600 Value.

· $15 per Group Fitness Class.

· 10 Personal Training Sessions for $600 and receive 1 free session.

· 15 Personal Training Sessions for $900 and receive 2 free sessions.

· 20 Personal Training Sessions for $1100 and receive 3 free sessions.

2009 was an amazing year for ENERGY FITNESS by josh—check out my blog @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com to review the excitement of the past year. 2010 is already shaping up to be a BIG year with lots of projects, appearances, and my favorite part, training my fabulous clientele. Stay tuned…

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www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com

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Unfortunately, the “NO EXCUSES to a Healthier You Campaign” has been cancelled. However, I am in the process of developing an even bigger and better event, which will be right along the same lines. I am excited about sharing my ideas with you in the near future—just hang in there with me…

STAYING FIT DURING THE HOLIDAYS

The holidays are a time to celebrate, and boy, do we make the most of it. We eat, we drink, we indulge and then we end up feeling like bloated whales by the time it's all over. It's almost an unspoken rule that, with the holidays, comes unlimited eating and incompleted workouts, but this year, you have a choice.

You don't have to let every party become your own personal eating contest, and you don't have to let shopping take the place of your usual exercise routine. All it takes is flexibility, creativity and a new way of defining exercise.

It's tempting to ditch your workouts as your days fill up with holiday preparations, parties and errands, but now more than ever, you need to stay active. Exercise will help you deal with added stress and give you energy for everything you need to accomplish. It will also help you manage your weight through the maze of parties and gatherings you'll be attending. If you have trouble sticking with your usual routine this time of year, come up with a new one. Forget the rules, lower your standards and do whatever you need to do to keep moving:

· Shorten Your Cardio. Pare down your cardio routine to whatever time you have, even if it's only 5 or 10 minutes. Choose activities that are easy to do at a moment's notice: walking, running, jump roping or cycling. Get the most out of the time you have by working at a high intensity. This sample 10-minute workout is a great place to start:

0:00 to 1:00 - Warm up with a brisk walk (outside or around the house)
1:00 to 2:00 - Jumping jacks
2:00 to 3:00 - Jump rope (pretend if you don't have a rope)
3:00 to 4:00 - Run as fast as you can for 1 minute (in place or outside)
4:00 to 5:00 - Ski hops: Stand with feet together, bend knees and jump a few feet to the right and then left, landing with bent knees.
5:00 to 6:00 - Jumping jacks
6:00 to 7:00 - Walk as fast as you can
7:00 to 8:00 - Jump rope
8:00 to 9:00 - Jumping jacks
9:00 to 10:00 - Cool down and catch your breath

Remember to work hard. Keep your perceived exertion at 8 or 9 for the entire workout.

· Exercise wherever you can. You already know to take the stairs, park far away and so on to get more exercise. This holiday season, wear a pedometer as you're running around, and see how many steps you can accumulate. Use every opportunity to get in more movement, whether it's parking on the opposite side of where you need to be or chopping down your own Christmas tree.

· Make it a family affair. As you gather together with your family, plan active things to do. Walk around the neighborhood to look at holiday decorations. Play football before the big meal at Thanksgiving or Christmas. Plan contests with the kids to see who can run the farthest or who can do the most push-ups. Challenge everyone to a snow-shoveling contest, and then build a snow person out of the remains.

· Don't forget strength training. Maintain your muscle mass by paring down your routine to the basics. Choose compound, multi-joint movements to make sure you're getting the most out of your time. This new strength-training workout is a great place to start. It involves a variety of compound moves that target the large muscles of the body with plenty of core work thrown in as well.

Control Your Eating

Eating yourself into a coma seems inevitable during the holidays, what with all the yummy delights available. Treating every party as if it's an invitation to indulge, however, is a sure way to add pounds. Below are a few reminders for keeping the calories in check:

· Eat Before You Go. Rules to live by: never go grocery shopping while hungry, and similarly, never hit a holiday party on an empty stomach. You'll be less tempted to overindulge if your belly's full of something healthy.

· Choose One Treat. Once at the party, choose one thing to indulge in and make it good. No chips -- you can have those any old time. Pick something you only get during the holidays.

· Control Your Drinking. Alcohol is an easy way to consume more calories than you need, so avoid mixed or fruity drinks, and have a glass of water for every drink you consume. Also, definitely avoid the egg nog; it has up to 350 calories a cup.

· Don't Skip Meals. It's tempting to skip meals to make up for whatever nightmare food you'll eat later, but just like the empty-stomach rule, if you're starving, your rational mind will be unavailable for healthy food choices. Eat small meals all day to avoid going nuts at the buffet table.

However you deal with the holidays, make this the year that you don't gain extra weight. Make a decision to do everything you can to stay active and eat healthy while not depriving yourself of all the fun. Like everything else in life, it's all about moderation. Happy Holidays!

SHOUT OUTS:

· Congratulations to the 2010 Miss Georgia USA, Cassady Lance, and the 2010 Miss Georgia Teen USA, Caroline Wade.

· Congratulations to the 2010 Miss Kentucky USA, Kindra Clark, and the 2010 Miss Kentucky Teen USA, Taylor Hubbard.

· A big shout out to my brother, Cody, and the Green County High School Football Team on a great season!

· To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc.—Congrats and Best Wishes!

· To all my clients, thanks for being FABULOUS and your commitment to be “ENERGY FIT!!!”

In closing, I would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Healthy 2010! Here’s to another great year…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,

Josh Rogers

B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh

www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com

energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com

615.336.5403

Congratulations Cassady Lance, 2010 Miss Georgia USA, and Caroline Wade, 2010 Miss Georgia Teen USA

2009-11-18T18:50:00.000-08:00

On Saturday, November 14th @ Woodlawn Performing Arts Center in Cartersville, Georgia Cassady Lance was crowned the 2010 Miss Georgia USA, and Caroline Wade was crowned the 2010 Miss Georgia Teen USA. Cassady is like a little sister to me. I have been training her for three years. And the third time was a charm--Congrats Cass...love ya!!! Also a BIG congrats to Caroline. I am looking forward to working with both of these gorgeous young women.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh November Newsletter

2009-11-03T12:53:00.000-08:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh November Newsletter

Ready or not the holidays are here! Are you all ready to survive the holidays without putting on those extra pounds? ENERGY FITNESS by josh is here to help you enjoy the holidays without adding notches to your belt loop. Check out these holiday specials, which also make great gifts:

· 5 Personal Training Sessions $300 (Reg. $325).

· 10 Personal Training Sessions $550 (Reg. $600).

· 15 Personal Training Sessions $725 and receive a free “NO EXCUSES!!!” DVD (Reg. $800).

· 20 Personal Training Sessions $1000 and receive a free “NO EXCUSES!!!” DVD (Reg. $1100).

· Unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the remainder of the year $150 (expires on Dec. 31st, 2009).

Location/Schedule

Nashville Christ Church Hardwick Athletic Center; 15354 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN 37211

Monday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm; Wednesday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm; Friday: 9:30 am; Saturday: 8:30 am.

· Gift Certificates Available.

· “NO EXCUSES!!!” DVD’s make a great stocking stuffer. Order @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com or purchase @ Borders in Franklin, TN. Special holiday price $15--get your copy today!!!

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The “NO EXCUSES to a Healthier You Campaign” has been postponed till after the New Year. The new date will be confirmed soon. However, we are still accepting applicants for the twenty spots. Those of you who have already applied, we will keep your applications on file. Please continue to spread the word—volunteers, donations, and prizes are welcome. We feel that after the New Year and with new resolutions will be an opportune time to start this amazing journey. You will find a new flyer attached to this email. Please, pass it along to all your contacts, family and friends, and individuals that may be interested in this life changing event.

Seven Ways to Enjoy Thanksgiving without Packing on the Pounds

www.Health.com

Stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy aren’t usually part of a low-cal diet, but you can still savor Thanksgiving dinner without falling off the weight loss wagon. Here are seven ways to enjoy Thanksgiving without packing on the pounds from Health.com:

1. Start prepping early. No, I don’t mean the turkey. Cut alcohol, coffee, and red meat from your diet for a few days prior to the big event. You shouldn’t starve yourself, but try to eat lighter foods and limit your sugar intake.

2. Eat sensibly all day. Don’t skimp on meals all day in order to save some room for Thanksgiving dinner—you’ll end up overeating and doing more damage. Aim to eat something every four hours: Have an egg-white omelet for breakfast, fruit and low-fat cottage cheese midmorning, and a piece of whole-wheat toast with peanut butter a few hours before dinner.

3. Slip on something fitted. You’ll be less likely to overeat if you’re not hiding beneath an Empire waist dress or loose top.

4. Go in with a plan. Fill most of your plate with turkey, salad, and green beans and leave a quarter left for the fun stuff. Serve yourself a golf-ball-size portion of three of your favorite treats. A few bites of stuffing or sweet potatoes won’t derail your weight loss efforts. For dessert, savor two golf balls of pie—choose your favorites—or swap out one of the flavors in favor of a small scoop of ice cream.

5. Stick with just two cocktails. Alcohol can lower your inhibitions, causing you to overdo it on the mashed potatoes. Limit yourself to two drinks for the night—either wine or a clear liquor—and be sure to drink lots of water in between.

6. Savor your leftovers wisely. Split what’s left of your Thanksgiving feast into individual Tupperware containers. Add a slice of turkey, some green beans, and a scoop of one side of your choosing, and then stick the containers in your freezer. You’ll have an individual Thanksgiving ready in minutes for whenever you need to fix a quick dinner. If you’re feeling more creative, use your leftover meat to whip up turkey salad with low-fat mayo and serve it over greens with dried cranberries and walnuts.

7. Get rid of temptations. Send any leftover pies home with your guests!

Recipe of the Month:

Lowfat Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins

www.apexfitness.com

2 cup flour
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup pumpkin puree
2 cup fresh or frozen(thawed) cranberries, coarsely chopped
1/2 cup applesauce
1/4 cup skim milk
1/4 cup molasses
1/4 cup egg substitute

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick spray. Combine dry ingredients in a medium mixing bowl and set aside. Combine remaining ingredients in a separate mixing bowl. Add liquid ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing just until moist. Fill muffin cups and bake 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from tins and cool on wire racks.

Makes 12 Servings
Serving Size: 1 muffin

Nutrients per serving:

Calories
150

Total Fat
1 grams

Saturated Fat
0 grams

Protein
3 grams

Carbohydrate
33 grams

Cholesterol
0 milligrams

Sodium
213 milligrams

Fiber
2 grams

Calcium
0 milligrams

Iron
0 milligrams

SHOUT OUTS:

· To my dad, Joe, for kicking his smoking habit. I am proud of you—love ya!

· Congratulations to the 2010 Miss Tennessee USA, Tucker Perry, and the 2010 Miss Tennessee Teen USA, Kristen Rose.

· Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Georgia USA and Miss Georgia Teen USA pageants in Cartersville, GA later this month. Congratulations to Kimberly Gittings, 2009 Miss Georgia USA, and Brooke Fletcher, 2009 Miss Georgia Teen USA, on a successful year! I am proud of you both. Good Luck and Best Wishes in all your future endeavors!

· Good Luck to all the ladies competing in the Miss Kentucky USA and Miss Kentucky Teen USA pageants in Danville, KY later this month. Congratulations to Maria Montgomery, 2009 Miss Kentucky USA, and Jefra Bland, 2009 Miss Kentucky Teen USA, on a successful year! It was an honor to work with you both and I wish you both continued success!

· To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, competing, etc.—Congrats and Best Wishes!

· To all my clients and friends—thanks for your commitment to be FIT! You are all FABULOUS!!!

Quote of the Month:

I don't exercise. If God wanted me to bend over, he'd have put diamonds on the floor.

~Joan Rivers

Wishing you and your loved ones a Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving—until next time…

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,

Josh Rogers

B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh

www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com

energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com

615.336.5403

"NO EXCUSES!!!" DVD HOLIDAY SPECIAL

2009-10-23T06:03:00.001-07:00

Give the gift of fitness this holiday season with a "NO EXCUSES!!!" DVD. Special holiday price $15. COMMIT 2 BE FIT and order your copy today @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com.

Congratulations 2010 Miss Tennessee USA, Tucker Perry, and 2010 Miss Tennessee Teen USA, Kristen Rose

2009-10-07T10:14:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, October 3rd Tucker Perry was crowned the 2010 Miss Tennessee USA, and Kristen Rose was crowned the 2010 Miss Tennessee Teen USA in Clarksville, TN. Congratulations ladies! And I look forward to whipping your tails in shape for the national pageants. Also, a big shout out to the reigning Miss Tennessee USA, Kristen Motil, and Miss Teen USA, Stormi Henley, on an amazing year. Both of you will always hold a special place in my heart. Good Luck in all your future endeavors--Love ya both!!!

ENERGY FITNESS by josh October Newsletter

2009-09-28T11:25:00.001-07:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh October Newsletter

Happy Fall Friends! I hope everyone’s fall is off to a FIT start. September was a very busy month for me. Check out my blog @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com for pictures of the events. Also, pick up a copy of this month’s Nashville Lifestyles Magazine and check out the fitness project we did on the downtown high rise condominium’s fitness facilities. Thanks Stacie Standifer and Nashville Lifestyles Magazine for including me in this project! I was also featured on NBC Affiliate, Channel 4 News, discussing ideas for staying fit in the fall and promoting my DVD signing. Check out the clips @ www.wsmv.com/moreatmidday.
Hopefully, everyone received the flyer about “The NO EXCUSES to a Healthier You Campaign!” Please, pass this along to anyone you know that may be interested; display in your business, church, etc.; or just help me spread the word to Middle Tennesseans. Let’s help make NashVegas a healthier and more-fit community!
A special thanks to everyone who came out and supported me at my DVD signing at Borders. You all helped make the event extra special. Also, a BIG thanks to Borders in Franklin, TN for hosting the event. If you haven’t purchased your “NO EXCUSES!!!” DVD, you can @ Borders or online @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com. COMMIT 2 BE FIT and purchase your copy TODAY!

ENERGY FITNESS by josh FALL SPECIALS:
• Refer a friend/family member and receive $25 in “ENERGY BUCKS” ($25 per person you refer—to be used towards personal training/group fitness classes).
• Buy 10 Personal Training Sessions @ $600 and receive 1 free session.
• Buy 15 Personal Training Sessions @ $800 and receive 2 free sessions.
• Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions @ $1100 and receive 3 free sessions.
• Unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the remainder of the year (until Dec. 31st, 2009) $250.
Location/Schedule:
Nashville Christ Church—Hardwick Activity Center; 15354 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, TN 37211
Monday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm
Friday: 9:30 am
Saturday: 8:30 am

Follow ENERGY FITNESS by josh @ the following:
• www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com
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A colleague forwarded this article to me from the Wall Street Journal. I found it very interesting! As you read this article, think of ways that we can promote a healthy and realistic body image to young children in a positive manner.

Girls and Dieting, Then and Now
By JEFFREY ZASLOW

One day in January 1986, fourth-grade girls at Marie Murphy School in Wilmette, Ill., were called down to the principal's office.
A stranger was waiting there to ask each girl a question: "Are you on a diet?"
Most of the girls said they were.
"I just want to be skinny so no one will tease me," explained Sara Totonchi.
"Boys expect girls to be perfect and beautiful," said Rozi Bhimani. "And skinny."
I was the questioner that day. As a young Wall Street Journal reporter, I had gone to a handful of Chicago-area schools to ask 100 fourth-grade girls about their dieting habits. Researchers at the University of California at San Francisco were about to release a study showing 80% of fourth-grade girls were dieting, and I wanted to determine: Was this a California oddity, or had America's obsession with slimness reached the 60-pound weight class?
My reporting ended up mirroring the study's results. More than half of the 9-year-old girls I surveyed said they were dieting, and 75%—even the skinniest ones—said they weighed too much. I also spoke to fourth-grade boys and learned what the girls were up against. "Fat girls aren't like regular girls," one boy told me. "They aren't attractive."
The front-page story helped spark discussions about America's worship of thinness and its impact on children. It raised the question: Would these girls be burdened by the dieting culture as they grew into women?
Those girls I interviewed are 32 and 33 years old now, and when I got back in touch with some of them last week, they said that they and their peers have never escaped society's obsession with body image. While none of them descended into eating disorders, some told stories of damaging diets and serious self-esteem issues regarding their weight.
They felt—and recent studies make clear—that the weight-focused pressures on young girls today are even stronger. In the now-quaint era of 1986, the girls had told me about drinking Diet Cokes and watching Jane Fonda exercise videos. Ms. Totonchi had read a teen novel about a girl with an eating disorder.
But today's fourth-grade girls are barraged by media images of thinness. They can cruise the Internet visiting "Pro-Ana" (pro-anorexia) Web sites and can view thousands of "thinspiration" videos on YouTube celebrating emaciated young women.
"Models look like popsicle sticks," Suzanne Reisman told me in fourth grade. Today, she amends her observation: "Now they look like toothpicks."
In fourth grade, Christy Gouletas told me thin models "are sexy, so boys like them." Today, she is a middle-school teacher in Wheeling, Ill. On lunch duty each day, she notices 10 girls who eat nothing. "We make them take a few bites," she says, "but they fight me on it. They say, 'I'm not hungry,' and I tell them, 'You've been here since 8 a.m. Of course you're hungry!' "
"The influences are worse now," says one researcher, Kerry Cave, a clinical nurse leader at Martin Memorial Medical Center in Stuart, Fla. Earlier this year, in the Journal of Psychosocial Nursing, she chronicled the latest research on "the influences of disordered eating in prepubescent children." Among the findings: A preoccupation with body image is now showing up in children as young as age five, and it can be exacerbated by our culture's increased awareness of obesity, which leaves many non-overweight kids stressed about their bodies. This dieting by children can stunt growth and brain development.
Incidences of bulimia have tripled since the 1980s and anorexia incidences have also risen, according to studies collected by the National Eating Disorders Association. Parental fixations on weight, children's urges toward perfectionism, family conflicts, and a $40 billion-a-year dieting industry can all lead girls to disorders. But studies also show that self-starvation in girls can be triggered by media images, including Internet sites promoting anorexia and bulimia as lifestyle choices. Among the pitch lines used on these sites: "Nothing tastes as good as thin feels." On one recent "Pro-Ana" blog, a woman suggested a 30-hour group fast and received 64 responses such as "I can't wait to do this fast with you. Thirty hours food-free sounds like heaven" and "I'm with you. Down to the bones."
Researchers have seen a marked increase in children's concerns about thinness in just the past few years. Between 2000 and 2006, the percentage of girls who believe that they must be thin to be popular rose to 60% from 48%, according to Harris Interactive surveys of 1,059 girls conducted for the advocacy group Girls Inc.
Compared with the fourth graders of 1986, girls today see body images in ads "that are even further from reality. Retouching is rampant," says Claire Mysko, author of "You're Amazing," a book encouraging self-esteem in girls. She worries that childhood obesity-prevention efforts can make girls obsessive about weight. While these programs are important vehicles to fight a growing problem, "we have to be really careful how we are implementing nutrition and body imaging," she says.
Those fourth graders of 1986, now all grown up, offer heartfelt reflections on all of these issues.
Ms. Totonchi is public-policy director at the Southern Center for Human Rights in Atlanta. In fourth grade she told me she wanted to be thin so no one would tease her. "What I said that day is still very true," she says. Today, she watches her weight "so I can be successful in a world that puts great emphasis on how a person looks."
She vows to do so through healthy eating. As an adult, she once experimented with a low-carb diet and says she still has high blood pressure as a result. "It did so much damage to me," she says. "It was a lesson to me not to follow fads."
Ms. Reisman, now a writer and blogger in New York, says she was an emotional eater as an adolescent, "turning to food for comfort." She got heavier in college, but she now watches what she eats and weighs a healthy 125 pounds. She is concerned about the heightened pressures on girls today to be thin and sexy. She knows of 9-year-olds asking their mothers to buy them thong underwear. "That's horrifying to me," she says.
Ms. Gouletas, the teacher, says she was "always a fat kid" and is now 40 pounds overweight. Even though she eats healthy food and exercises five days a week, it's hard for her to shed pounds.
As a fourth grader, Krista Koranda recognized that some people can't help being overweight. "We don't make fun of fat girls," she said. Not all her male classmates were as empathetic. One boy in her class responded that if someone can't help being fat, "then you shouldn't make fun of them. But girls in the fourth grade can help it."
Now a public-relations consultant in Boulder, Colo., Ms. Koranda Torvik (her married name) says she appreciates it when ad campaigns today use plus-size models. "That's encouraging," she says, even though such ads are the exception.
In fourth grade in 1986, Ms. Bhimani says, she and her friends admired teen celebrities such as Molly Ringwald, "girls who were skinny but healthy." Now, the actresses on teen TV shows such as the resurrected "90210" are being called "alarmingly thin" in media reports. "They look so unhealthy," says Ms. Bhimani, an attorney for the Federal Trade Commission in Chicago. "And it's a skinny that's unattainable for most people."
Ms. Bhimani became heavy in college and later took off 40 pounds through exercise and portion control. When she reread my 1986 Journal article, she found some of the boys' comments "appalling." She thought about her 3-year-old son. In six years, he'll be in fourth grade.
"I hope I am able to instill values in my little guy that help him see past weight," she says. "The pressure to stay thin comes from many different sources in society, and I just hope my son isn't one of those sources."
Write to Jeffrey Zaslow at jeffrey.zaslow@wsj.com

Recipe of the Month:
Jamaican Jerk Chicken
www.apexfitness.com

2 Tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped or 2 teaspoons dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon allspice
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup sliced papaya
1 cup sliced mango
1 medium red onion, sliced
1 medium yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/4 inch strips

Heat oven to 375 degrees. Mix thyme, red pepper, salt and allspice and rub into chicken breasts. Spray a glass-baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Place chicken in baking pan and bake covered for 30 minutes. Turn chicken; add other ingredients around the chicken and bake uncovered another 20-30 minutes.

Makes 4 Servings
Serving Size: 1 chicken breast and 7 ounces fr

Nutrients per serving:
Calories 196
Total Fat 2 grams
Saturated Fat 0 grams
Protein 28 grams
Carbohydrate 16 grams
Cholesterol 68 milligrams
Sodium 347 milligrams
Fiber 3 grams
Calcium 0 milligrams
Iron 0 milligrams

Shout Outs:
• To all the girls competing in the Miss Tennessee USA and Miss Tennessee Teen USA pageants this weekend in Clarksville—Good Luck and Have Fun! Kristen and Stormi, Congratulations on a successful year! It was an honor to work with you both.
• Congratulations Letitia Carpenter, Mrs. Tennessee America, on being named a top 10 finalist @ the Mrs. America pageant.
• Thanks to Kristen Motil, 2009 Miss Tennessee USA, for making an appearance @ my DVD signing @ Borders.
• Special thanks to Maria Montgomery, Miss Kentucky USA, and Jefra Bland, Miss Kentucky Teen USA, for making an appearance @ my booth @ the Cow Days Festival in Greensburg, KY.
• Thanks Ben Laurro and Pure Publicity for all your help and support with these projects!
• To anyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special event, etc.—Congratulations and Best Wishes!!!
• To everyone, thanks for being ENERGY FIT and FABULOUS!!! And please make sure to spread the word about “The NO EXCUSES to a Healthier You Campaign!” : )

Quote of the Month:
I don't care about being big and strong, I just want to look good naked!
~Anonymous

Until next time—Happy Halloween!!!

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com
615.336.5403

"NO EXCUSES!!!" DVD Signing Event

2009-09-26T19:26:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, September 26th I partnered with Borders in Franklin, TN for my "NO EXCUSES!!!" DVD Signing. Thanks to all my family, friends, clients, and supporters who showed up for the event. It was a very memorable day and I truly felt like a celebrity--watch out Hollywood, LOL! A special thanks to Borders, Kristen Motil-2009 Miss Tennessee USA, and Pure Publicity for all your help with the event. Posted are a few pics from the event. By the way, if you haven't purchased your "NO EXCUSES!!!" DVD you can do so @ Borders or online @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com. Commit 2 Be FIT and purchase your copy TODAY!!! Peace Out...

Why I LOVE My Job!!!

2009-09-24T19:33:00.000-07:00

I always love to get inspirational letters, quotes, cards, etc. from clients. And when I read those kind words it always brings a BIG smile to my face and reminds me of why I love what I wake up and do everyday. Whether it be losing weight, changing someone's eating habits, helping them get in swimsuit competition shape, feeling better about themselves, reaching a long term goal, fighting an illness, and the list goes on and on--it is all these reasons why I love my job and strive to lead by example. My clients are not only "clients," but true friends. I treasure each and every relationship that I build with my clientelle. They are all unique and special in their own ways.
Today I received an email from a sweet, young female client of mine. Her name is Brittany Sharpe. Brittany came to me about six months ago to begin preparing for a state pageant. After the initial consultation, I designed her fitness plan and she began her fitness journey. I met with Brittany once a month for the past six months. In those six months, I guided and watched Brittany tackle her goals and become her personal best. At our last meeting, I measured her progress and the results were very rewarding. However, what was more rewarding to me was not how great Brittany looked, but how her thought process on health and fitness had changed and made a postive impact on her outlook on life. What went from preparing for a beauty pageant turned into a lifestyle change. Below is an essay she wrote for her college English composition class. I got cold chills as I read the draft, as I was once again reminded of how my career can impact an individual.

HEALTH NUT
Harvey’s gym has become my second home in over a year. I have devoted each and every morning to my strenuous routine. I believe in staying consistent, no matter if it’s a diet or simple cardio work out. Becoming consistent has been the only drive of my determination. Except for yesterday when my expectation of staying consistent was given a back seat to my temptation.
It’s eleven-thirty at night; my mind is exclusively fastened on food. I know, better than to eat this late but I want to lay down the rulebook, forget about being consistent, and make my rules. Walking through the door the aroma of carbohydrates filled the dinning area. While scanning the menu, the waitress asked me in a polite manner
“Hun, What would you like to drink?”
Second-guessing myself, a marvelous idea sprung into my head “ I’ll take water.” Convincing myself that water would help out in the calorie department. Within minutes she was back with the glass of ice water.
“ So have you decided?”
“Well, I would like your homemade hand-tossed pizza.”
“Alright, be out in a bit.”
As she disappeared, my conscious began to work on me. I wanted her to come back so I could change my order to a veggie burger instead. The time passed by so quickly, she rushes out with the hot pan, which carried my homemade hand-tossed pizza.
“Enjoy!”
Ha enjoy? I’m going to savor every last bite. This pizza has layer upon layer of classic American cheese. The Italian pepperoni’s sizzled with intense flavor. With each slice that I devoured I never once thought, “Wow this one slice is 350 calories.” As I slowly stopped shoving the carbohydrate infested pizza into my mouth. I felt disgusted with myself for cheating on my Health Nut diet. She arrived at my table with the ticket in hand and said, “Well, how was it?”
“It filled me up!”
“Would you like any dessert?”
“Oh no I’m good thanks.” I handed her a twenty, she scurried off to get my change. Sitting there waiting on my change I sensed each and every carbohydrate is attaching itself to my fatty tissue. “ Eww, I feel gross.” The waitress brings the change and wishes me a safe trip home. Getting into my car, I drive off and veer onto the main road. Waiting at the red light, I glance at my back seat and notice all of my gym attire. Without hesitation, I whip into the turning lane, and head downtown.
Its one in the morning and the chilled air is creeping up and down my legs as I enter my secret six digit code. Swinging the door open I try not to drop my iPod and water. The machines are taking a power nap, but attentively waiting for the first person to being a fitness workout. I step onto the elliptical and awaken it from its deep slumber. Within the first ten minutes I feel the sweet beading up at my hairline. Watching the number of calories accumulate on the screen. I have only burned sixty-five calories in twenty minutes. This is ridiculous , I knew better than to eat that late. I have failed my most important rule, stay consistent, and don’t give in to temptation. In order to burn all the pizza slices off, I will need to stay on the cardio machines for the next three hours.
As time slowly passed by I began to become agitated with myself. I have consumed over fifteen hundred calories. I have been so faithful to my diet until an hour ago. The rest of my strenuous workout the image of the homemade hand-tossed pizza tormented my mind and body. Wishing, I could have gone back in time to change my order. I realized the past is the past and the only way to make it right is move on toward the future and continue staying consistent.

Thanks Brittany for sharing this with me and keeping me motivated to continue what I love to do for a living!!! Staying consistent is key to developing healthy eating habits; however, it is okay to enjoy the occasional splurge, even if it is a piece of greasy pizza! And FYI--her grandmother, Hellen, makes a carrot cake that will make you "slap your mamma," as we say in Kentucky! And it was well worth the splurge, LOL!

Cow Days 2009---Greensburg, KY

2009-09-21T06:12:00.000-07:00

On September 18th and 19th I traveled to my hometown of Greensburg, KY for the annual Cow Days Festival. It was great to see and catch up with old friends and hang out with my family. I could not imagine a better place to grow up than Greensburg, KY! It reminds me of Justin Moore's new hit song, Small Town USA--I sure miss those days!!! A special thanks to my family, Chuck, Maria Montgomery--2009 Miss Kentucky USA, and Jefra Bland--2009 Miss Kentucky Teen USA, for their help this weekend. Enjoy the pics!

"NO EXCUSES" to a Healthier You Campaign...

2009-09-09T13:54:00.000-07:00

DO YOU HAVE 30 OR MORE POUNDS TO LOSE?
AND EVERY EXCUSE IN THE WORLD AS TO WHY YOU CAN’T?

“NO EXCUSES to a Healthier You Campaign!!!” Whether your excuse is time, finances or knowledge—fitness trainer, Josh Rogers and a group of highly qualified individuals, remove those excuses with a free wellness clinic, one hour per week and easy to follow information on health, eating habits, motivation and lifestyle changes…
If you are interested in joining this elite group, contact energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com.
20 participants will be chosen based on a survey/questionnaire---apply today and begin your journey to a happy and healthier “you”!!! Deadline to apply is Saturday, November 1st. The kickoff celebration is set for Saturday, November 7th. The program will run through the holidays to help you reach your goals while enjoying this “special time.”

Special Guests:
• American Heart Association
• Life Coach/Motivational Speaker
• Nutritionist
• Certified Fitness Trainers
• Pilates Instructor
• Any many more…

APPLY TODAY @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh September Newsletter

2009-08-26T06:30:00.000-07:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh September Newsletter

Greetings! WOW, it is hard to believe that summer is almost over and football is in the air; my favorite time of the year. August was a very exciting and memorable month! Stormi Henley, Miss Tennessee Teen USA, was crowned Miss Teen USA in the Bahamas @ the Atlantis Resort the first of the month. Congratulations Stormi and “Best Wishes” on a fun and successful year. I spoke to the participants of Dale Smith Thomas’s Boot Camp for Beauty Queens on fitness and nutrition, and put them through a couple of vigorous workouts. I spoke to the contestants in the Miss Tennessee USA and Teen USA pageants at orientation in Clarksville, TN. I also did an interview with the Edmonton Sun out of Canada. Check it out @ www.edmontonsun.com/keepingfit. I began a project with Nashville Lifestyles Magazine, which is going to be very interesting. Stay tuned for more info… Also, check out August 31st issue of Star Magazine and my quotes on celebrities and their battle with cellulite.
September looks to be even busier. On September 17th-19th, I will be in my hometown of Greensburg, KY at the annual Cows Days Festival selling/signing DVD’s. Those of you around the Central Kentucky area, please stop by and say “hello” and purchase your “NO EXCUSES!!!” DVD. On Saturday, September 26th from 1:00—3:00 pm @ Borders Bookstore in Franklin, TN (545 Cool Springs Blvd.) I will be having a DVD signing, as well as free body fat testing, prizes, and special promotions. Hope to see you there! Those of you who still haven’t ordered your “NO EXCUSES” DVD, log on to the website and order your copy today @ www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh presents…” NO EXCUSES to a Healthier You Campaign!!!” Whether your excuse is time, finances or knowledge—fitness guru, Josh Rogers, removes those excuses with a free wellness clinic, one hour per week and easy to follow information on health, eating habits, motivation and lifestyle changes…The kickoff date is set for November 7th, 2009 with a fitness fair. I would really like to reach obese individuals who are looking to make a lifestyle change. The program is going to be limited to 20 participants, and they will be chosen based on a short survey/questionnaire. If you know anyone who may be interested in participating, please have them contact me @ energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com. We are also looking for volunteers and people to help out with prizes, encouragement, etc.
Take advantage of the ENERGY FITNESS by josh “Back to School Specials”:
• Single Personal Training Session $65 (Reg. $70)
• 5 Personal Training Sessions $300 (Reg. $300)
• 10 Personal Training Sessions $550 (Reg. $600)
• 15 Personal Training Sessions $725 (Reg. $800)
• 20 Personal Training Sessions $1000 ($1100)

Group Fitness Classes--Location/Schedule/Times:
Nashville Christ Church—Hardwick Activity Center
15354 Old Hickory Blvd.; Nashville, TN 37211
Monday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm
Friday: 9:30 am
Saturday: 8:30 am; 11:00 am

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10 Tips for Fall Fitness
Fall is a super season for shaping up, experts say.
By Barbara Russi Sarnataro
WebMD Feature
Reviewed by Louise Chang, MD
How many New Year's Eves have you spent sipping champagne and vowing to get more fit in the coming year? And how many times have you failed to follow through?
"December 31 over a drink is too late to set goals and make promises," says Justin Price, owner of The Biomechanics, a personal training and wellness coaching facility in San Diego, Calif.
Fall, on the other hand, is a great time to start a fitness program because "'you're going to create good habits for the holiday season and the upcoming winter months," says Price.
Chris Freytag, a fitness instructor and fitness expert with Prevention magazine, agrees.
"With the change of seasons comes a renewed time to rethink and restart," she says. "'What's so special about January?"
Besides, says Freytag, a mother of three, moms with school-aged kids "think of September as the new year."
Here are 10 ways to start making the most of the season. And who knows? This year, you might be in great shape before that New Year's Eve party rolls around.
1. Take advantage of the weather. Fall can be a treat for the senses: the crisp air, apple picking, pumpkin carving, a gorgeous canopy of fall foliage, and the crunch of leaves underfoot. These months are a great time to exercise outdoors and enjoy cooler temperatures.
"Walking, hiking and cycling are all awesome in the fall," says Todd Durkin, MS, fitness coach and owner of Fitness Quest 10 in San Diego, Calif.
Discover park trails and take in some new scenery, whether you're walking, biking, or in-line skating, he suggests.
In places where snow falls early, try cross country skiing or snowshoeing. Or, if you live near the beach, get out and play volleyball, throw the Frisbee around, or play a vigorous game of fetch with your dog.
"It's a great time to do beach activities because it's so much less crowded," says Price.
If you're near a lake, try kayaking or canoeing, for an excellent whole-body workout and a great change of pace.
And remember, it doesn't have to seem like exercise to be a great workout.
"Raking leaves or doing some fall outdoor yard work is a great way to get the heart pumping, and it's great calorie-burning," says Freytag.
2. Think outside the box. Always wanted to learn to tap dance? Attempt to box? Master the jump rope? Ask any schoolchild: Fall is a great time to learn something new.
Many classes at gyms and elsewhere get started in the fall, so look around and see if something intrigues you.
And with the kids in school, parents have more time to check out those classes, Freytag says.
Fall is the perfect time to gain new physical skills, Price says, because you burn fewer calories when you begin a new activity (thanks to the learning curve). If you learn something new now, by next summer, you'll have mastered the skill -- and you'll burn more calories doing it, just in time for swimsuit season.
3. Be an active TV watcher. Many people get geared up for fall premieres of their favorite television shows, says Freytag. "If you're going to sit down and watch hours of TV, get moving," she suggests. "Make a date with exercise and TV."
While you watch, you can walk or run in place, do standing lunges, do tricep dips off the couch, or lift weights. During commercials, do push-ups or sit-ups. In a one-hour show, you probably have close to 20 minutes worth of commercial interruption.
4. Integrate exercise into your life. You already know the obvious suggestions: park farther away from your destination; take stairs instead of elevators; take a walk during your lunch break. Here are a few that are less obvious:
• If you're spending the afternoon taking kids to soccer practice, instead of reading a book or visiting with another parent, "why not walk around the outside of the field while they practice?", suggests Price. "Or (if you feel comfortable) warm up and cool down with the kids."
• Or try "walking meetings," like those Price and his colleagues at Biomechanics often hold. '"We go for a walk, we brainstorm, and we figure out who's going to take what responsibilities," says Price. "'Things get achieved much more quickly," he says, and everyone feels better for doing it.
• You can even get moving while you get motivated -- for fitness or other life goals. '"Get some inspirational music or find a motivational talk and download it to your iPod," suggests Durkin. Walk while you listen for 30 minutes.
5. Rejuvenate yourself. Fall is the time to rejuvenate body, mind and spirit, says Durkin. Get a massage after your run. Learn to meditate. Take an art class. Treat yourself not just with exercise but other activities that promote wellness, he says, so you can feel good physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.
6. Remember the 30-day rule. "'It takes about four weeks for the body to adapt to lifestyle changes," says Price. That's why people who give up on their fitness programs tend to do so within the first 30 days.
So, when the alarm goes off in the morning and it's darker and colder, don't roll over and hit the snooze button.
"Try to stick with a program for a month," Price says. "After a month, behavior patterns will have adapted and it will be much easier to stick with it after that."
7. Strive for the 3 Cs. Freytag calls commitment, convenience, and consistency "the three Cs", and says having all three will lead to a successful fitness program.
First, exercise takes commitment. When a client complains to Freytag about a lack of time, she responds: "Tell me something I haven't heard before. We're all busy; that's just part of our lives.
"You have to start planning exercise, just like you do everything else," like meetings, dinners, and getting kids to lessons and practice, she says. "Put in on the calendar, because later always turns into never."
Convenience means choosing a gym that's close by, or an activity you can do at home, or a time when you're not likely to be interrupted.
Finally, there's consistency. "I'd rather see a brand-new client work out for 10 minutes a day rather than one hour every month," Freytag says
8. Deal with darkness. The best way to enjoy fall is to exercise outdoors. But it is getting darker earlier, and staying dark later in the morning, so be smart and safe.
"Just because it's 6 p.m. (or a.m.) and dark doesn't mean you can't work out," says Durkin. If walking or running outdoors, he says, "wear a reflective vest and carry a flashlight."
When cycling, affix a light to your helmet or bike.
If possible, use trails or a local school track to avoid vehicle traffic. Try to work out at the same time every day, so drivers get used to seeing you.
9. Dress in layers. When exercising outside, layer your clothing. Before your body warms up, you may feel chilled, but once the blood gets pumping, you'll feel overdressed.
These days, there's no lack of great weather gear. Freytag and Price recommend clothing with wicking, often called "DriFit."' This fabric wicks moisture away from your skin so you're not exercising with wet fabric hanging on you.
Freytag suggests three layers: "The inner layer should be a moisture-wicking fabric, so it wicks away sweat and you're not chilled. The second layer should be a warmth layer, and the third layer should be a protective layer (like a windbreaker or rain slicker, depending on the weather)."
"And don't forget the sunglasses," she warns. UV protection is important year round. Fall sun can be blinding at certain times of the day.
10. Find your motivation. "People are motivated by different things," says Durkin. It's important to first discover what your individual goals are, whether it's losing weight, strengthening and toning, or preparing for a race or event, says Durkin.
But goals aren't enough to get you there; you have to be motivated by the day-to-day workouts, he says. So choose something you'll enjoy doing and will be likely to keep up, whether it's walking or hiking with a friend, working with a trainer, or taking part in a "boot camp" class.
Creating a challenge for yourself will motivate you, as will encouragement and accountability, he adds. "You want to know when you're doing a good job, and when you're not," says Durkin.
Remember too, that anything worth having takes work.
"Tell me something you can do three times a week for 10 minutes and be great at? It doesn't exist," he says. "If it was easy to be great, everybody would be great."

Recipe of the Month:
One of the best parts of watching the big game is enjoying delicious food. But many traditional game-day favorites are loaded with calories—the average fan can take in an estimated 1,200 calories in one sitting. Score points with your fellow fans by putting a healthy twist on the tailgating fun. Check out www.eatingwell.com for other healthy tailgating recipes. Even though boneless Buffalo wings are made with healthy white-meat chicken, they’re usually deep-fried and drenched in hot sauce laced with butter. The solution: chicken tenders are dredged in seasoned whole-wheat flour and cornmeal, pan-fried in only a small amount of oil and then drizzled with a tangy hot pepper sauce. With a fraction of the fat, calories and sodium, these boneless wings are reason enough to throw a party.
Boneless Buffalo Wings
Makes 8 servings (2 “wings,” 1/2 cup vegetables & 2 tablespoons dip each)
ACTIVE TIME: 30 minutes
TOTAL TIME: 40 minutes
EASE OF PREPARATION: Easy
Spicy Blue Cheese Dip
2/3 cup reduced-fat sour cream
2/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Wings & Vegetables
3 tablespoons nonfat buttermilk (see Tip)
3 tablespoons hot sauce, such as Frank’s RedHot, divided
3 tablespoons distilled white vinegar, divided
2 pounds chicken tenders (see Ingredient Note)
6 tablespoons whole-wheat flour
6 tablespoons cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons canola oil, divided
2 cups carrot sticks
2 cups celery sticks
1. To prepare dip: Whisk sour cream, blue cheese, 1 tablespoon vinegar and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne in a small bowl. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
2. To prepare wings: Whisk buttermilk, 2 tablespoons hot sauce and 2 tablespoons vinegar in a large bowl until combined. Add chicken; toss to coat. Transfer to the refrigerator and let marinate for at least 10 minutes or up to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
3. Meanwhile, whisk flour and cornmeal in a shallow dish. Whisk the remaining 1 tablespoon hot sauce and 1 tablespoon vinegar in a small bowl; set aside.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and roll in the flour mixture until evenly coated. (Discard remaining marinade and flour mixture.) Sprinkle both sides of the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon cayenne.
5. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the chicken, placing each piece in a little oil. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a serving platter. Repeat with the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and chicken, reducing the heat if necessary to prevent burning. Transfer to the platter. Drizzle the chicken with the reserved hot sauce mixture. Serve with carrots, celery and Spicy Blue Cheese Dip.
NUTRITION INFORMATION: Per serving: 256 calories; 10 g fat (4 g sat, 4 g mono); 83 mg cholesterol; 12 g carbohydrate; 31 g protein; 2 g fiber; 353 mg sodium; 248 mg potassium.
Nutrition bonus: Vitamin A (120% daily value).
1 Carbohydrate Serving
Exchanges: 1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 3 1/2 lean meat
TIP: Tip: No buttermilk? You can use buttermilk powder prepared according to package directions. Or make “sour milk”: mix 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup milk.

Ingredient note: Chicken tenders, virtually fat-free, are a strip of rib meat typically found attached to the underside of the chicken breast, but they can also be purchased separately. Four 1-ounce tenders will yield a 3-ounce cooked portion. Tenders are perfect for quick stir-fries, chicken satay or kid-friendly breaded “chicken fingers.”
MAKE AHEAD TIP: The chicken can marinate (Step 1) for up to 1 hour.

SHOUTS OUTS:
• Another shout out to Miss Teen USA Stormi Henley; Miss Georgia Teen USA and 1st Runner-Up @ Miss Teen USA, Brooke Fletcher; Miss Kentucky Teen USA and Top 15 Semi-Finalist, Jefra Bland; and Miss Nevada Teen USA and Top 15 Semi-Finalist, Ileri Tunrarebi.
• Mrs. Tennessee America, Letitia Carpenter, and Mrs. Mississippi America, Suzanne Duckworth, as they compete for the title of Mrs. America this month.
• Crystal Hoylt and Trailer Choir on their top twenty hit, “Rocking the Beer Gut!”
• Christina Ryan, thanks for creating and designing all my ads and flyers—you’re a creative genius!!!
• Stacie Standifer and Nashville Lifestyles Magazine, thanks for your support and letting me be a part of your upcoming fitness project.
• To anyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special occasion, etc. Congratulations and Best Wishes!!!
• To everyone, Thanks for being ENERGY FIT and FABULOUS!!!

Quote of the month:

"Be careful about reading health books. You may die of a misprint."

- Mark Twain

COMMIT 2 BE FIT,
Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh
www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com
energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com
615.336.5403

"NO EXCUSES!!!" DVD Signing...

2009-08-15T11:56:00.000-07:00

Come join me @ my "NO EXCUSES!!!" DVD signing @ Borders Bookstore in Franklin, TN (545 Cool Springs Blvd. Franklin, TN 37067) on Saturday, September 26th from 1:00-3:00pm. Special guests include Miss Tennessee USA, Kristen Motil and hopefully Miss Teen USA, Stormi Henley. Free body fat testing, prizes, and special promotions. Hope to see you there...

ENERGY FITNESS by josh presents...

2009-08-14T11:48:00.000-07:00

Back To School Specials:
5 Personal Training Sessions--$300 (Reg. $325)
10 Personal Training Sessions--$550 (Reg. $600)
15 Personal Training Sessions--$725 (Reg. $800)
20 Personal Training Sessions--$1000 (Reg. $1100)

COMMIT 2 BE FIT!!!

Learn How to "Walk the Walk and Talk the Talk" in the Acting, Modeling, and Entertainment Industry...

2009-08-07T14:58:00.000-07:00

Congrats to Stormi Henley, 2009 Miss Teen USA; Brooke Fletcher, 1st Runner-Up; and Jefra Bland, Top 15 Semi-Finalist...

2009-08-03T11:13:00.000-07:00

On Friday, July 31st Stormi Henley, Miss Tennessee Teen USA, was crowned the 2009 Miss Teen USA @ the Atlantis Resort in the Bahamas. Brooke Fletcher, Miss Georgia Teen USA, was named first runner-up. Jefra Bland, Miss Kentucky Teen USA, was named a top 15 semi-finalist. It was an honor to work with these three amazing young ladies. Thanks for allowing me to be a part of this journey. Good Luck and Best Wishes to a successful reign as Miss Teen USA, Storm. Remember, No Cokes or Candy!!! Have fun...Follow her journey @ www.missteenusa.com.

ENERGY FITNESS by josh August News

2009-07-28T19:42:00.000-07:00

ENERGY FITNESS by josh AUGUST NEWSLETTER

Greetings! I hope everyone had a very exciting July. It was a busy month for ENERGY FITNESS by josh. And we have some very exciting events and projects coming up. August looks to be a busy month as well. Boot Camp begins on Monday, August 3rd. You still have time to register. The deadline is Friday, July 31st. For more info, email energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com. I have interviews scheduled with The Edmonton Sun out of Canada, News Channel 5 CBS affiliate, and a project with Nashville Lifestyles all lined up this month. Needless to say, I am very excited about these opportunities.

Please, mark your calendars for Saturday, September 26th as I will be having a DVD promotional event @ Borders Book Store in Franklin, TN from 1-3 pm cst. Hope to see you there!

My PR agent and I have been working on a project that I am very excited to share with you. It is called NO EXCUSES!!!—which is a six week program designed for obese individuals. The goal of the program is to get Nashvillians up and moving and see how much weight they can lose as a group. We will meet once a week for six weeks. The meeting will include a workout and an activity/speaker. The beauty of the event is that it is free of charge to the participants. Individuals will be selected based on their responses to five questions. 50 participants will be selected. We are planning on starting the event the first of October. Stay tuned for more info and possible ways to volunteer…

Check out my articles in this month’s Savvy and Tiara Magazines. The magazines are available @ most bookstores and online @ http://www.savvymag.net/ and http://www.tiaramagazine.com/.

Subscribe to ENERGY FITNESS by josh’s BLOG @ http://www.energyfitnessbyjosh.blogspot.com/. Also, follow us on twitter @ www.twitter.com/energyfitbyjosh or facebook @ www.facebook.com/energyfitnessbyjosh.

Order your “NO EXCUSES!!!” DVD for $19.95 TODAY @ http://www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com/.

AUGUST SPECIALS:
· $25 off 5 Personal Training Sessions--$300 (Regularly $325)
· $50 off 10 Personal Training Sessions--$550 (Regularly $600)
· $75 off 15 Personal Training Sessions--$825 (Regularly $900)
· $100 off 20 Personal Training Sessions--$1000 (Regularly $1100)
· $100 for Unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the month.
Location/Schedule for Classes:
Hardwick Activity Center
15354 Old Hickory Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37211
Monday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:30 am; 6:00 pm
Friday: 9:30 am
Saturday: 8:30 am

Five “Must Have” Inexpensive Fitness Items
By: Josh Rogers, B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
http://www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com/

In the hustle and bustle of today’s society, everyone tends to make excuses for not exercising. Whether it be a time constraint, limited budget, travel schedule, or family matters. Well, guess what?! I have found your solution. Here are five valuable fitness items that are very inexpensive and can coordinate a very effective workout in a limited amount of time and space. And the good news—you don’t even have to leave your house or hotel room.
1- Tubing/Workout Band—The bands come in various resistances, and can be used to perform a full body workout. Refer to the user’s manual for various exercises. The tubing is very durable and compact, which makes it easy to travel with. It can be purchased in the sporting goods section at most department stores or online for $10--$15.
2- Exercise Ball—The ball comes in various sizes and shapes. It is a great tool for strength, core, and stability exercises. Refer to the user’s manual for various exercises. The ball can be purchased in the sporting goods section at most department stores or online for $15--$20.
3- 5-8 lb. Dumbbells—The dumbbells are very effective for strengthening and toning your body. They can be purchased in the sporting goods section at most department stores or online for $10--$20.
4- Jump Rope—Jumping rope is an excellent aerobic activity (elevates your heart rate). It can be performed both indoor/outdoor. The rope is very compact and easy to travel with. It can be purchased in the sporting goods section at most department stores or online for $5--$10.
5- “NO EXCUSES” DVD—The DVD features a beginner, intermediate, and advanced level workout using the equipment listed above. It is a great resource for all fitness levels and can be performed in the comfort of your own home, or even while traveling and staying in a hotel. The DVD can be purchased for $19.95 @ http://www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com/. COMMIT 2 BE FIT and order your copy today!
Now, what’s your EXCUSE?!

Recipe of the Month:
Whatever's Around Salad Recipe: http://www.apexfitness.com/

This recipe is from the American Institute for Cancer Research and is used by permission.
1/2 cup leftover meat (chicken, turkey, beef) or tuna packed in water and drained; 1 cup chopped mixed vegetables (i.e. onion, celery, carrots, bell pepper, etc.); 3/4 cup leftover cooked brown rice (or other whole-grain like pasta, bulgur, etc.); 1/4 cup canned beans, rinsed and drained; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley); 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (or 1/4 teaspoon dried cilantro); 2 tablespoons reduced fat vinaigrette; 1 tablespoon plain non-fat yogurt; 1/2 tablespoon reduced-fat mayonnaise; Salt and pepper to taste.
Combine meat, vegetables, rice and beans in a large bowl and mix well. Combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl and mix well. Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) to allow flavors to blend.
Makes 1 Serving; Serving Size: approx. 20 ounces
Nutrients per serving: Calories: 393; Total fat: 7 grams; Saturated fat: 1 gram; Cholesterol: 28 mg; Sodium: 413 mg; Carbohydrate: 59 grams; Protein: 24 grams; Dietary fiber: 11 grams

Shout Outs:
· Congrats to Mallory Ervin, 2009 Miss Kentucky America and winner of the swimsuit, talent, and quality of life award. I am proud of you, my Little Chipmunk!!!
· Good Luck to Stormi Henely, Miss Tennessee Teen USA; Brooke Fletcher, Miss Georgia Teen USA; Jefra Bland, Miss Kentucky Teen USA; and Ileri Tunerarebi, Miss Nevada Teen USA as they compete in the Miss Teen USA Pageant this week in the Bahamas.
· Congrats to Nikki Loos Petterson, Mrs. Tennessee United States, and top 12 finalist @ the Mrs. United States Pageant in Las Vegas, NV.
· To everyone celebrating a birthday, anniversary, special event, etc.—Congratulations and Best Wishes!
· To everyone else, thanks again for being FABULOUS and ENERGY FIT!!!

Joke of the Month: (courtesy of Steven Fields—Thanks for the laugh!!!)

My wife was hinting about what she wanted for our upcoming anniversary…
She said, “I want something shiny that goes from 0 to 150 in about three seconds!”
I bought her a bathroom scale…
And then the fight started!!!

Until next time, COMMIT 2 BE FIT!!!

All My Best,

Josh Rogers
B.S., Exercise Science; NASM, C.P.T.
ENERGY FITNESS by josh
http://www.energyfitnessbyjosh.com/
energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com
615.336.5403

Congratulations Mallory Ervin, 2009 Miss Kentucky America

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On Saturday July 18th, Mallory Ervin was crowned the 2009 Miss Kentucky America. Ervin won both preliminary swimsuit and talent awards. She was also the Heather French Henry Quality of Life Award Winner. Congrats Mal "My Little Chipmunk" on a well deserved honor. VEGAS here we come...

ENERGY FITNESS by josh July Blog

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Greetings Fans!
Welcome to ENERGY FITNESS by josh official Blog Page. Here you will find out what is happening in the fitness world, events, promotions, etc. Thanks for visiting!

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Promotions:
* Buy 15 Personal Training Sessions for $900 and receive 1 free session.
* Buy 20 Personal Training Sessions for $1100 and receive 2 free sessions.
* $100 for Unlimited Group Fitness Classes for the month of July/August.

Group Fitness Classes Location/Schedule:
Nashville Christ Church/Hardwick Activity Center
15354 Old Hickory Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37211
Cost Per Class: $15
Schedule:
Monday: 9:30 am; 5:30 pm
Wednesday: 9:30 am; 5:30 pm
Friday: 9:30 am
Saturday: 8:30 am
* evening classes will be replaced with Boot Camp in August (see below)

ENERGY FITNESS by josh presents...AUGUST BOOT CAMP

Date: Monday, August 3rd--Monday, August 31st

Time: Monday--6:00-6:45 pm
Wednesday--6:00-6:45 pm
Thursday--6:00-6:45 pm
Saturday--8:30-9:15 am

Location: Nashville Christ Church
Hardwick Activity Center
15354 Old Hickory Blvd.
Nashville, TN 37211

Cost: $320 (4 Sessions per week--17 total)
$260 (3 Sessions per week--13 total)

* Deadline to register is Friday, July 31st.
* Payment must be paid in full @ 1st meeting on Monday, August 3rd.
* Please, feel free to pass this info along to your family, friends, and contacts.

Contact: Josh Rogers: 615.336.5403
energyfitbyjosh@yahoo.com
Zane Griggs: 615.554.1157
zane.griggs@gmail.com

Upcoming Events:
July 17th and 18th--Miss Kentucky America Pageant; Lexington, KY
July 30th-Aug. 2nd--Miss Teen USA Pageant; Atlantis Resort, Bahamas
Aug. 3rd-Aug. 31st--August Boot Camp; Nashville Christ Church--Hardwick Athletic Center
Aug.14th-16th--Boot Camp for Beauty Queens--Hyatt Place; Brentwood, TN
Aug. 23rd--Miss Tennessee USA/Teen USA Orientation--Clarksville, TN
Sept. 18th-19th--Cow Days Festival--Greensburg, KY
Sept. 26th--Borders Book Store Health and Fitness Fair 1-3 pm--Franklin, TN

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Until next time--COMMIT 2 BE FIT!!!

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