A Pre-New Year's Resolution List

The holidays are upon us and I have been thinking about how to fully participate this year without having to put "lose the holiday weight" at the top of my New Year's resolution list. After much soul searching, I have decided that making a pre- New Year's resolution list focusing on avoiding my usual pitfalls could be just the inspiration I need to keep me on track through the season. I know that it won't be easy undoing years of habit but I look forward to the challenge of celebrating the holidays with a whole new perspective.

Here's my list. Try making one for yourself.

I WILL...

- keep my exercise program a priority and not give in to "I'm too busy to work out".
- try to shop early and at off-peak times so I am not exhausted and depleted from last minute shopping which makes me
crave junk food for quick energy.
- eat before I go shopping.
- remember to keep that bag of almonds in my purse in case I get hungry.
- not take the free food samples knowing that nothing in life is free, there's a always a price to be paid.
- not starve myself all day so that I can binge all night at holiday parties.
- eat a piece of fruit before I go to holiday parties to curb my appetite.
- remember that food is plentiful everyday and I don't have to eat as if there's no tomorrow.
- remember that moderation is key. I will allow myself "tastes" of everything not "ladles" of everything.
- treat myself like royalty by feasting on the expensive foods at parties; fish, meat, poultry, fruits and vegetables.
- make family, friends and conversation the focus of attention instead of food and alcohol.
- remember how good I feel when I take care of myself!

OK. I'll post my results in the New Year.

We are Now edgeworX body

We are very excited to announce that edgeowoX sport-fitness is now edgeworX body.
New name...same great company.
Our mission has always been and will continue to be bringing you
cutting edge fitness, health and lifestyle information through our classes, website and facebook page.

We invite you to check out our improved website.
We've added icons to make it easier for you to navigate and get the information you need.

We will be expanding our classes in Los Angeles with new locations and tiered workout levels.
All of our class information is available under the Calendar
icon in our website and on our facebook page. We'll keep you posted.

October Class Update

EdgeworX is into its second month of X-effect classes at our new Yada Studio location in Los Angeles. It's hard to believe how time flies when you're having fun! Momentum is building and the energy is expanding with each passing week. We've created a strong following and are anticipating a full class this Wednesday night.

As always, thank you for your letters and testimonials. We appreciate your feedback and want to ensure that while with us you have the best experience possible. It's encouraging to know our mission statement "to motivate and inspire" is being well received by you, and we like hearing it!

One participant commented, "The hour flew by in what seemed like 5 minutes! Very different from my other fitness classes which seemed to drag on endlessly. I never knew I could have so much fun sweating!"

We understand that finances are tough, and to help you manage a bit easier through these precarious economic times; we've extended our September opening special through the month of October. Classes will remain $15 per session and can be paid cash/check only at this time.

Remember to bring a fitness/yoga mat if you have one. As always, wear comfortable workout gear, sturdy cross trainers, and water to keep hydrated. If you have any other questions, please contact Deborah at db@edgeworxsportfitness.com.

We look forward to seeing you at our next X-effect class!

Keeping Commitments

I have to share a great insight by one of our students this past Wednesday night.
She was apologizing to us for her friends not showing up to take class as she had promised. She herself was
frustrated and confused because they were so excited to try the class after she had raved to them about it. And then, one by one they dropped out for one excuse or another.
And her insight? That her friends would drive anywhere in the city, anytime you asked if you invited them to have "a drink" with you... and would show up, but didn't give that same commitment if you invited them to " workout" with you. She was really disappointed in them for not wanting to do something good for themselves, for not sharing this experience with her and for not trusting her that this would be a great way to spend the evening together. Hmm... food for thought.

Do you see yourself in this scenario? Take a look.
And decide for yourself if you need to change your perceptions of what commitments you want and need to keep.

I am not sharing this to put my opinion on this situation. I am sharing this to invite you to see where it is you might be stopping
yourself from making and keeping commitments to take care of you.

X-effect Testimonials

Well, we are 3 weeks into our LA class and the feedback has been fantastic!
We’re going to let the words of our students speak for us:

“ It’s amazing. I loved it!”
“I felt so graceful in class.”
“It brought out my inner skater.”
“I felt comfortable with my body in class. I've never felt this way in other classes
in Los Angeles.”
“I love that there’s lots of stretching.”
“It was geared for everyone.”
“I was amazed that I wasn’t sore the next day.”
“I’m definitely coming back next week and bringing friends.”
“This class rocked my body!”

Come see what the buzz is all about. Brandon will “rock your body”.
Every Wednesday at 7:30.
YADA studio
8115 W.3rd Street, Los Angeles, 90048
Street Parking. Leave extra time.

New classes will be forming soon, including a basics class taught by Deborah. This class will teach you correct body alignment and proper exercise technique so that you learn to focus on specific muscles for faster results. It will incorporate all of the exercises of x-effect but go at a slower pace. Great for everyone but especially geared for those just starting or just getting back to working out and those with minor injuries.
We’ll keep you posted.

Class is Starting!

Hello friends. We are very excited to announce the start of our classes in Los Angeles on Wednesday, September 9th at YADA studio. Brandon will be teaching his one-of-a-kind off-ice fitness workout that tones and conditions your body like no other regimen. We're "More than Just the Core" because you will get tight and toned everywhere... especially in the derriere! That's right, X-effect gives you great booty! Everyone is welcome no matter what your fitness level. It's fun, invigorating and inspiring. Let us make you feel like a champion. We hope to see you there!
Here's the info:

x-effect
YADA studio
8115 W. 3rd Street 2nd Floor
Los Angeles, 90048
Street Parking. Leave extra time.

Every Wednesday 7:30-8:30
Wear workout gear and fitness shoes. Bring a yoga mat.

We are running a September special!
Single class is $15.


Questions call/e-mail
Deborah Brooks
213-247-8823
db@edgeworxsportfitness.com

Stuck in a Rut

I hear from so many of you that you want to change you're lifestyle, that you're ready to change your lifestyle. But you don't know how to change it. You feel stuck.

As we age we get comfortable in certain patterns, whether we like them or not. These patterns start to own us. They become who we are. We get attached to them like that ratty old sweater and worn out pair of boots in our closet that should have been tossed long ago.

Here are some examples. See if you see yourself in this list.

-I'm a night owl. I could never get up early to work out.

-I don't eat breakfast. I'm not hungry in the morning

-I've never been flexible.

-I have no upper body strength.

-I'll never lose that baby weight.

-I have a bad metabolism.

-I can't stick to anything.

-I don't have time to workout.

-I have no willpower.

Does anything resonate? Make your own list. Keep it handy so that you can add to it as you begin to find all of those "ratty old sweaters and worn out boots" that have been taking up space in the closet of your mind. And then make the decision to start tossing them out. Give up what you thought was "true" for you. I guarantee you that you will start to feel lighter and more freed up. Don't worry about replacing the wardrobe just yet. Enjoy this moment of being unattached to anything. This is where self-discovery happens.

Finding the Right Workout for You

Easy. The right workout for you is...

The one that you'll stick to.

The one that you'll drive in rush hour crosstown traffic not to miss.

The one you'll do even when dog tired from a long day.

The one that you'll get up at the crack of dawn to do if that's what fits your schedule.

The one that takes priority over all of the other million things in your life.

The one that gets you away from your computer.

For some of you this may be hiking alone on a trail, for some this may be hiring a personal trainer, for some this may be taking a fitness or dance class, for some this may be training for a marathon, for others popping in a yoga DVD. The list is endless.

So, start experimenting with different workouts. And have fun with the process.

Try something you've never done before.

Maybe something that you dreamed of doing as a child but never fulfilled.

For me, it was figure skating. I can answer yes to everything on the list above.

Finding the right workout has changed my life.

It can change yours, too.

Getting Started

Every"body" has the potential to be shaped and changed. Transformed. You just need to think of what you want your body to look like as a work of art waiting to be set free. Look in the mirror, preferably while you are naked. Try to see your body in a whole new way.  Michaelangelo said, "Every block of stone has a statue inside of it and it is the task of the sculptor to discover it." Be your own Michaelangelo. Discover yourself. Maybe for the first time.  See your body without all of the negative judgement you always attach to it.  Instead of seeing faults and flaws, see potential. See where you want to tone and firm and reduce with an artist's vision.  The same way a sculptor sees where he wants to carve and chisel.   Get excited about the possibility that is you.  This way, you will be mentally ready to challenge yourself physically.  Like every great masterpiece, it takes time, diligence, patience ... and a bit of sweat. Being mentally ready is the key to getting started.

Welcome!

Welcome to the edgeworX sport-fitness website. We are up and running. And blogging.

We are looking forward to bringing you lots of great information, bits of advice and real-life stories that will help motivate and inspire you to get on track and stay on track with your fitness regimen. We're also here to answer questions and sort through the maze of sometimes erroneous information out there.  Our Commitment?  Helping you create a healthy, balanced lifestyle.

We know that so many of you are ready to start class with us. And we are ready to teach.  We are still on the search for studio space in and around Los Angeles. We want to bring our classes to your neighborhood.  Please write to us if you know of a great space available. 

  

Make sure to check back weekly to see our updates. Next week's blog ...Getting Started.

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