tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14349200319157755532024-03-05T05:42:43.565-08:00COACHES CORNERA weekly read full of inspiration, tips, motivation, and information on Health & Lifestyle for our Weigh to Goal Facebook Page FansWeigh to Goalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16145358398869411132noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1434920031915775553.post-36011223215726316222013-05-02T20:39:00.001-07:002013-05-02T20:42:37.845-07:00Chris Tse: Social Media King behind Blitz Fitness<div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 10pt;">
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Blitz Conditioning Owner Chris Tse (far left) at BAM <br />
(Bust-a-Move Edmonton).The Fitness Guru had the opportunity<br />
to sweat it out with Richard Simmons during the event.<br />
<a href="http://youtu.be/slSJvo8Uuxc" target="_blank">To hear Chris's take on Richard Simmons Click Here!</a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Three years ago, two gentlemen embarked on a business that has now taken the Fitness Industry by storm in both Edmonton and Calgary with their Studio: Blitz Conditioning. Brett Kirkland and Chris Tse have not only taken their vision of to the next level<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>by owning their own Fitness Studio, they have begun blazing the trail for other businesses within these communities through popular Social Media outlets such as Twitter, Facebook, Blogging, and Linked In through their website (</span><a href="http://www.blitzconditioning.com/"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.blitzconditioning.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">) .</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tse demonstrates determination in this Instagram <br />
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Photo Credit: Blitz Conditioning</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It is because of their active involvement through television, radio, and blog features, the team has been able to effectively connect with the fitness community by inspiring and educating readers, viewers and followers on the importance of obtaining and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In fact, Tse and Kirkland's’ team have been featured on CTV Morning Live every two weeks discussing (and demonstrating!) a wide arrange of workout varieties. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Brett Kirkland during a CTV Morning Television show <br />
demonstrates a fitness maneuver for viewers<br />
Photo Credit: Blitz Conditioning</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In today’s society where most people suffer from time poverty, access through social media outlets has proven to be very successful for quick communication between Tse and his clients on the go. (I have even tested the theory through Twitter and Facebook and EVERY time, I received words of encouragement from both Tse and Kirkland almost immediately!) <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“The content component through these outlets is important to our clients. You have to be passionate about telling a story that will inform (and inspire) people. Photos on Twitter, Blog features, and responding to a tweet is all key as it keeps us connected to the community. I love the tweets and DM’s (Direct Messages) from our clients giving us an update as to how they are doing with their fitness achievements. It keeps that connection even outside of the studio,” said Tse. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Tse’s desire to knit a community together through this networking process has proven successful: he has participated in events like BAM (‘Bust-A-Move’ Edmonton – a charity fundraiser for Breast Cancer research) where he sweated it out with fitness Guru Richard Simmons for 6 hours wearing a pink tutu (what a good sport!), Public speaking forums where he’s discussed the importance of social media and it’s importance, and has acquired corporate contracts with three companies in the Edmonton area (for fitness training and Nutrition Consulting with ‘Revive Wellness’, another local business that has jumped on board with Blitz). <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The team during the CIBC Run for the Cure (Breast Cancer) <br />
in Edmonton, AB. Just one of the many fitness charity <br />
fundraisers they have participated in.<br />
Photo Credit: Blitz Conditioning</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In addition to this, Tse and Kirklands’ team of personal trainers (there are eight in total including the two of them) hold classes like: H.I.I.T (High Intensity Interval Training), Sunrise H.I.I.T. (for the early morning riser), Blitz Obstacle Club (Designed to take the workouts outdoors), Hockey Training, and Blitz Booty Boot camp (designed for the woman on the go). In the past, Tse and his team also held a group fitness club, ‘Pack Pursuit’, which had clients and their pets working out together. (see you tube clip) “It’s geared towards running for dogs and the benefit is: their owners get a full body workout,” said Tse.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo Credit: Blitz Conditioning<br />
<a href="http://youtu.be/AkdHSAPO10I" target="_blank">For a quick clip on Chris and his dog Kyla Click Here!</a></td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">With so many options/locations to choose from in the fitness community, one can expect the royal treatment with Tse and his team. They match new clients up with personal trainers/groups that tailor to each individual needs after a consultation. “For example: for someone who leads a sedentary lifestyle, we start with ‘mindful’ exercises of two minutes of exercise a day for a month (like a walk around the block or a few squats). The point is to break the clients’ ingrained habits through small achievable goals. After a month of that, they want to do more. We then modify the intensity every three weeks until they have worked up to about an hour of exercise per day. We will then recommend a training session or class,” said Tse. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Several clients who have blogged about Tse, Kirkland, and the Blitz team have served as testimonials. “We have one client who has submitted blog entries while she was doing our 90 day challenge. She is still a client to this day and has lost about 90 pounds in the span of a year. I am also working with a client who is an amputee. She was very tired at her first workout session, but since, we have worked on corrective muscles to rebuild strength and she has come a long way,” said Tse. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Chris Tse, the poster child for the Plank Position! <br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Tse’s vision for his clients’ success and the future of the business (to begin a mentorship program training new fitness trainers with a ‘branded’ pedigree) is derived from close family ties and the desire to excel at ventures he sets out to accomplish. “With my cultural background (his parents immigrated from Hong Kong) there is always consistent improvement. It’s never enough. I believe I can always do better. I am a family man and community oriented so it’s important to me to help inspire my clients and perhaps see an increased measure of ‘movement’ within the community as a result. That’s my focus. I want to leave a legacy for my children and grandchildren as opposed to what fame and fortune can bring. It’s important to me,” he said.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">When our interview has drawn to a close, a camera crew enters the studio asking for Tse. He looks at me and smiles knowingly. It is yet another group of individuals wanting to interview him. It’s clear to me at this point that this team has made such an impact in the community that their influence has taken the Social Media circus by storm. The good attitude and energy that welcomed me when I first walked in the door of the studio earlier (no handshakes! Just hugs!) was a clear indication to me that this was a team whose primary concern is the well-being of their clientele. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Keep on Keeping on Chris!</strong> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Chris Tse - </strong>has always had a passion for fitness and has made it a priority his whole life. He has completed course studies at the University of Alberta and has a degree in Immunology and Kinesiology. Aside from television appearances, the 29 year old has evolved from ‘self-proclaimed introvert’ to ‘public speaker’ in the last three years since launching Blitz Conditioning (official Launch was September of 2008) through forums of up to 150 people in attendance. He has inspired many individuals to meet their health and fitness goals by attending fitness events and he continues to strive for excellence amongst his team. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b><o:p></o:p></b></span><br />Weigh to Goalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16145358398869411132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1434920031915775553.post-91255474097734879442013-04-08T19:58:00.000-07:002013-04-08T19:58:13.211-07:00Laura Tillack: Fitness Wonder Woman Shaping Up Leduc and Area<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The fast-growing popularity of New Brunswick born, Laura
Tillack is gaining huge momentum in Leduc, AB, Canada. She is a woman of many
hats (or Superhero capes!) and works countless hours with a true passion for
helping her clients achieve their health and fitness goals. There are many people
within the fitness industry who are available to the public, but not so many
that have the combination of credentials that Tillack has: she is not only a
certified fitness instructor (see full credentials below), she is a massage
therapist and nutrition specialist as well! </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When first stepping into Tillack's location, True Touch
Massage Therapy and Fitness (TTMTF), one can see where she places her
priorities on: her family and her community. (see photos) In fact, the wall in the
main gym where she holds fitness classes such as Zumba, Yoga, and Kickboxing
(full classes offered can be found on Facebook & </span><a href="http://www.truetouchmtf.com/"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.truetouchmtf.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">) has images of her
family painted onto the wall. The main foyer has a tree adorned with photos of
her staff members, a ‘Family Tree’ as she calls it, evoking warmth to those
first walking into the location. In addition, there are several photos of
Tillack and her specialist team participating in events like a
‘Zumbathon’ (she and her team raised $4832 in late 2012 for the Children’s
Stollery Hospital in Edmonton, AB. Tillack!). </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tillack's (work) 'Family Tree'</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Bright and cheery in the Personal Training Room </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ambience in the Massage Therapy rooms</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The wall in the larger gym is adorned with images of Tillack's Husband <br />
playing with their two daughters, a true inspiration!</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“We have initiated and participated in at least 12 different
fundraising events in the last couple years and we plan on
continuing,” she said. In fact, Tillack has organized a team to participate in
the upcoming ‘Color Me Rad 5k” run in Edmonton for July 6<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup>, 2013
(again, proceeds go towards the Stollery Hospital). <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“I like being able to give back to the
community in some way and getting my clients out and enjoying themselves. It’s
for good causes so that’s a bonus.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">What inspired Tillack to be the driving force behind these
initiatives was her own desire to learn about the Fitness and Health industry
while also being available at home to raise her young children. “I always had
an interest in fitness and massage. However, I also wanted to be at home and
available for my girls as my husband works away a lot. I needed to find a way
that I could still be home and also do something I love, which at the time was
massage therapy. My interest in fitness grew when I realized that I could be
helping my clients <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">prevent</i> injury in
the first place,” she said. Soon after, Tillack moved her business from her
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Tillack became so busy with clients that her staff grew from
one to 14 within a short span. Her ‘family’ team is comprised of five certified
Massage Therapists, Yoga/Fitness Kickboxing/Zumba/Martial Arts, and Self
Defense instructors. The location itself is a main-level building (easy access
for those with injuries that prevent them from climbing stairs) with a large
gym, a smaller gym (for one on one fitness training), massage therapy rooms and
one room<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>for Janssen (laser skin
treatments, rejuvenation and hair removal – see website for more details) In
addition, Tillack is the Premier Sponsor for ‘Mommy Connections’ in Leduc and
Beaumont, a pre/post-natal & toddler program (details also on the website)
geared towards educating new moms and moms-to-be on health, education, and
development for toddlers. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">With all of these programs, professionals and credentials
neatly wrapped up in a bow under one roof, Tillack and her team are able to
help clients from aches and pains to beauty regimens and beyond. And if this isn’t
enough, Tillack also coaches her clients on proper nutrition and supplements
too! She recently gained weight on <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">purpose</i>
just so she could show her clients that it <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">can</i>
be done with proper diet and fitness. “I wanted my clients to know that they
are not alone on their journey and that they have my support. I have seen some
people not even be able to do one push-up when they first began (training) with
me and now they can do twenty in no time flat! I believe in helping them
through their frustration because I have been through them myself. There are so
many ways to pick up a person’s self-esteem and confidence and fitness is one
of them,” she said. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“We also offer nutrition and wellness counseling programs
for our clients. Knowing the best daily dietary requirements are important for
overall success. When I am working one on one with a client, I encourage them
to cut out something once a week. Slow changes are more doable and there’s less
room for failure. I was 210 pounds once so I know how challenging this can all
be. I just want to help my clients gain strength, knowledge, and confidence. A
quote that I truly believe in (from Oprah Winfrey) is this: ‘Your life is
validated in your service to others, you become what you BELIEVE’.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">What a Trooper! Keep on keeping on Laura!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>True Touch Massage Therapy & Fitness</strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Unit 117, 5103 – 50 Ave,</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Leduc, AB, </span><span style="font-family: Calibri;">T9E 0B9</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">PH: (780) 739-1729</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Email: </span><a href="mailto:truetouchmt@hotmail.com"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;"></span></a><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;"><a href="mailto:truetouchmt@hotmail.com">truetouchmt@hotmail.com</a></span><a href="http://www.blogger.com/null"></a><a href="http://www.blogger.com/null"></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;"><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: small;">*G</span>raduated
from MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy with a 2200hr, Remedial Massage
Therapy Diploma.</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">* E</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">xtra
training in deep tissue massage from Schweitzer</span><span style="color: black; font-family: MingLiU; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-bidi-font-family: MingLiU;">抯</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;"> Deep
Tissue Therapy</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">* </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Pre/Postnatal
Massage course from MH Vicars</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">* </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Reiki
levels 1 & 2 from Indigo Wellness & Yoga</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">* </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Three day Hot Stone Massage Course from Stone Spirits </span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">* </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Completed
a Myofascial Therapy course in Santorini, Greece through the Core Institute</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">* </span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Fitness
Theory</span></div>
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Exercise</span></div>
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Training</span></div>
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Exercise</span></div>
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Aerobics</span></div>
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course</span></div>
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course</span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">*</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Portable
Equipment course</span></div>
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Course </span></div>
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Active Kids Certification from the AFLCA</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>‘Raising the Barr’: Myofascial Release Therapist & Personal Trainer<o:p></o:p></strong></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">There are a myriad of Massage and Fitness studios in the
Edmonton area, but not many have the same expertise and knowledge on <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Myofascial
Release Therapy</i></b> (MRT) quite like Brandon Barr does. To his knowledge, there
are only three in Western Canada trained on this specific method of massage therapy
(two in the Edmonton area and one in Canmore, Alberta). <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>His technique is Postural Correction, a method
designed to eliminate the patterns of restriction (within the body) and realign
the body to its proper posture. This is a method he has incorporated in his
business F.U.E.L. Fitness & Massage since 2010. MRT is a form of ‘soft
tissue’ therapy that focuses on treating the pain associated with the
restrictive motion, dysfunction, and hardening of the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Fascia</i></b> – the outer
covering of the body that covers all muscles (ligaments, fibers and filaments).
(see photo below)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“Its (Fascia) construction is similar to a spider web, a
spider web being fully integrated into the function of the body. So as muscles
contract and relax, twist, turn, rotate, flex and extend, they deteriorate. The
body then gets into patterns of restriction. There will be areas (of the body)
that are more powerful or dominant than others. Myofascial Release is ‘Removal
of Patterns of Restriction’ on larger areas of restrictive tissue that is preventing
full range movement of the body,” said Barr.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“Restrictive fascia also prevents muscles from getting
adequate blood supply, adequate nervous function, and that (restricted) area is
removed from sensation to the brain. The brain forgets that it exists. Try
sitting at a desk for nine hours and then sit up and get your shoulders to
drop. You can’t. Why? That area has been completely compromised due to
repetitive stress. Our treatment is there to remove the classic pain syndromes:
Lower back issues, mid-back issues, upper neck and shoulders that are stiff and
achy, numbness and tingling down the arms, disc issues, knee pain and chronic headaches.
By removing restrictions, the adhesion of fascia is removed to restore optimal
function. This is all fixed by re-posturing,” said Barr.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It’s easy to see that after only spending a few minutes with
Barr he genuinely understands how to properly care for his clients and for
their overall fitness goals and health through MRT. This stems from his own
experience when he was faced with surgery after tearing a rotator cuff during a
college baseball game. “I chose to heal through a method of massage therapy and
physiotherapy. I recovered in six weeks and was able to return to my (baseball)
career. (Barr played with the ‘Central Christian College’ in Kansas, USA, and
the ‘Prairie Dogs’ in Lethbridge, AB) Not long after, I decided to pursue an
interest in Massage Therapy,” he said.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Because of his quick recovery, and out of curiosity, Barr made
the decision to switch careers and begin studying Massage Therapy in the fall
of 2002 at Grant MacEwan College in Edmonton, AB. “The moment I got in (to the
program), I knew I didn’t want to go in (learning) the traditional
‘Eastern’<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>mode of massage therapy. I
wanted to focus on the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">effective treatment and prevention of injury</i></b>.
That was my main drive and my main focus and I knew that from day one. My
knowledge of the human body expanded and I grasped a ‘visual’ (hands on)
understanding with the patients I was treating through my course studies in
school. It was there that I met with a colleague who spoke to me about the
concept of Myofascial Release Therapy,” he said.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">With MRT being a large part of what Barr specializes in, the
prevention of injury is also in his field of expertise. He helps clients through
fitness training, another aspect of his business. He has cleverly organized his
studio not only for the massage practice, but also for clients who wish to
achieve long-term success in fitness and overall health through specific
strength training exercises that can be carried over into the ‘daily living
demands’ placed on a person’s body. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“Once you remove the restrictions on the body through MRT,
people can come back with the same problems. Why? The problems are a result of
weakness in the body. This is where the fitness (offered in his program) comes
in. I focus on functional retraining and re-patterning movements to help make
my clients strong from the inside out. I work with them on core stability and
restoring range of motion so that they can be dynamically functional. I’ll
incorporate Pilates methods, stretching, resistance, and strength training all
integrated into a program to help those areas of weakness,” he said. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In terms of weight loss, Barr said, “People lose weight and
what are you going to fill that empty space with? In order for you to lose more
weight, you have to increase the density of your lean muscle in order to
continue to lose at a steady pace. We help people by stabilizing their core, strength
training, and the stretches they need to help combat repetitive pains and
manage weight. It empowers clients as to a better understanding of what their
body is capable of through these treatments.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I thank Barr for the opportunity to educate our Weigh to
Goal (Coaches Corner) readers and at the end of our meeting; he smiled cleverly
and said, “Want to know what the F.U.E.L. (Business name) stands for? Function
Uniting Energy and Life.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I saw what you did there Brandon…very clever, but true
indeed! Keep on keeping on!</span><br />
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“Slow and steady wins the race. It’s always a good thing to keep in mind that the calories going in versus calories out (expended) are an important part of a diet and fitness regimen. So many people want to lose weight fast but moderation is the key to long-term success,” said DJ Baum, Owner of Xtremeline Supplements in Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada. </div>
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“The customers that come into our location are training for a (bodybuilding) competition or they want to bulk up and need advice on the best supplements to take. However, we also have clients wanting advice about losing weight. I feel that women are subject to more media pressure to be thin and I have had some female clients inquire about weight loss supplements when they really don’t need to lose any weight,” he said.</div>
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Baum is a man of many talents. Not only is he the sole owner of the popular supplement retail location, he has Personal Training and Youth Coaching (for the Special Olympics) under his credentials as well. In addition, he has inspired many of his clients and customers within the Body Building industry to “bulk up” or “slim down” through proper nutritional supplements and advice based on his own personal experience. <o:p></o:p></div>
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The interest in helping others to achieve their fitness goals began in 2006 after suffering a severe shoulder injury. Rather than go through surgery and a nine month recovery period, Baum chose to heal on his own through weight training and proper supplementation (diet).<span style="color: red;"> </span>Following this, he took up personal training with clients for a year and a half before opening his business ‘Xtremeline Supplements’ in June of 2009. <o:p></o:p></div>
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In speaking with Baum, it’s not difficult to see why he is the ‘go-to’ guy for fitness and health tips. “It’s all about moderation. I recommend a ‘cheat night’ to my clients. Basically, it’s one evening where you allow yourself to eat whatever you want. This actually re-sets the body from the regular “diet routine” to prepare for further weight loss and also helps curb cravings. If you go 24 hours a day, seven days a week on a strict diet regimen, you are likely to binge. A cheat night alleviates that.”</div>
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“One of the other things I have noted from my clients is that they get ‘bored’ with their fitness regimen. My advice is to mix things up. For example: do intervals in training. Try running on the treadmill at different inclines at alternating speeds and lengths of time. This keeps the body guessing and you don’t get stuck working the same muscles repetitively. You also can avoid injury by mixing things up as well as covering a broader range of muscle groups for overall conditioning.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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He added further, “Everyone wants a magic solution for their fitness goals; whether it’s to bulk up in muscle mass (men) or to lose extra weight (women). Even with the best supplements in the world available, a lot of hard work and dedication through a combination of weight training and cardio is what really gets the results to attain those goals. That and a proper diet of course. In my experience, women are afraid to lift weights for fear of gaining too much muscle mass. Women do not have proper hormones in their bodies to build the muscle mass as seen in male bodybuilders. They would notice more lean muscle building as opposed to bulking up. My advice: stay off the scale and see how your clothes are fitting. That’s a better indication of how fit you are becoming.”<o:p></o:p></div>
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Great advice DJ! We can see why you are the go-to guy for fitness advice. Keep on keeping on!<o:p></o:p></div>
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Phone: (780) 640-9191<o:p></o:p></div>
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Website: <a href="http://www.xtremeline.ca/">www.xtremeline.ca</a><o:p></o:p></div>
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Photo Synopsis: In addition to giving fitness advice for his customers, Baum has also bumped shoulders with many notables within the UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) industry such as: Bruce Buffer (UFC Announcer), Dana White (UFC President), and UFC Champs Anthony Johnson, Matt Hughes, Frank Mir, Forrest Griffin, and Rich Franklin. (see photos below and throughout article)</div>
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Weigh to Goalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16145358398869411132noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1434920031915775553.post-66037964264432757152013-03-24T19:34:00.000-07:002013-03-30T20:26:22.471-07:00Dr. Charles Rouse – 'The Medicine Man' and Gem in the Visi™ Crown<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">(l-r) Dr. Charles A. Rouse Jr., R.PH., N.M.D., and our very own <br />
'Coach' Craig Leibel, Visi Arctic Premier (and Weigh to Goal Co-Administrator!) <br />
at the "Dr. Rouse Tour" in Calgary, Alberta, Canada on February 26th, 2013<br />
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The door to the hotel suite at the Blackfoot Inn (Calgary,
Alberta, Canada) is slightly ajar when our (Independent Visi™ Distributor) team arrives
to meet Dr. Charles A. Rouse Jr., Registered Pharmacist, Natural Medical Doctor
(N.M.D.) and Scientific Founder of the <span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Visi™</span> Lifestyle products (launched in April 2012), a Company which
has been gaining huge momentum with the success of their Trimma© Weight Loss (all-natural)
capsule. We are meeting Dr. Rouse for the first time during his Canadian Tour to
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Upon entering the room, we make our way through a small
crowd of dignitaries towards a cheerfully-dressed gentleman who stands to greet
us. It is not difficult to see that this man (Dr. Rouse) has captured everyone
in the room’s attention with his gentle, southern accent and more importantly, his
wealth of information on the Visi™ lifestyle products. They are trying to grasp
in twenty minutes what he has acquired in a 25 year span in the pharmaceutical
industry, specifically <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">pharmacognosy</i>:
a branch of pharmacology focusing on the medicinal benefits obtained from
plants and their positive effects on the human body.<o:p></o:p></div>
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One of the key ingredients of the Trimma© product (that Dr.
Rouse spoke about) is the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Arctic Cloudberry</i></b> from Scandinavia
(referred to as ‘Scandinavian Gold’). This nutrient rich berry (among others
included in the product) is known for its extremely high levels of vitamins A,
C, E and B as well as Calcium Magnesium and benzoic acid to promote good health
and natural beauty. During the event in Calgary, dozens of consumers stood up
to attest to this powerful ingredient and how the simple routine of swallowing one
capsule a day has led to remarkable results such as: “I have more energy than
ever!” and “I have lost 47 pounds since taking this!”</div>
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“We are seeing people with health issues related to Cardiovascular
(heart health), Thyroid and Diabetes ease up and they are losing weight. The
product is helping people to alleviate insulin resistance (diabetics) and
energy levels go up. Our bodies have become acclimated to processed foods and
sugars. As a result, too much insulin is released into the body and we become
insulin resistant. Too much insulin in the body releases cortisol to try to
balance out the body. Too much cortisol gets released from the blood and is
converted into belly fat. People become tired and weight loss is stalled.
Trimma helps to clean the liver, support the adrenal system, and help make
insulin resistance go away,” said Dr. Rouse.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p> </o:p>“With Trimma, one will experience better sleep, more energy
in the daytime, lower cholesterol, lower blood pressure/sugar levels, and they
will lose extra belly fat through a method of appetite control, conversion
of body fat, and thermogenesis (production of heat within the body),” he said. </div>
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Not long after the tour ended, I had a chance to ask Dr.
Rouse some more in-depth questions based on consumer experiences. Some have not
experienced the immediate gratification of weight loss as quickly as other have
while on the Trimma© product. So we thought to ask Dr. Rouse why. Here’s what
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<o:p> </o:p>“Those experiencing frustration with issues such as stalled
weight loss, a heavier menstrual cycle or sleeplessness while taking Trimma
will also benefit from the Energy© product as It helps to regulate the thyroid.
Usually in this case, what is happening is the thyroid glands are not working
properly. Keep in mind, though, that the body also has to reset itself as well
to prepare for further weight loss (known as a ‘plateau’ - one will stop losing
weight for a short period of time).”<o:p></o:p></div>
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<o:p> </o:p>“There are also some people who are on antidepressants that
will, on average, work <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">against</i> the
patient and their weight loss efforts. One can experience weight <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">gain</i> (as much as 30 pounds!). In this
case, taking Wellness© in addition to Trimma will help to keep the immune
system ‘purring’. It prepares the body (for weight loss) by giving it the
proper nutrients that are lacking (in most diets). There was a study done on a
man (lacking in proper nutrition) who lost 60 pounds <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">just</i> taking Wellness (no Trimma!). The restoration of these proper
nutrients also helped to improve his sleep at night and his memory,” he said.</div>
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Currently, Dr. Rouse is working on literature to help
educate people on the benefits of the plant derivatives found within the Visi™
products. He is also attending the Inaugural Visi™ Convention in Las Vegas on
April 11-13<sup>th</sup>, 2013 where two BRAND NEW products will be discussed
and launched (a Full Body Cleanse, and 100% absorbable Protein Chew!) The Weigh
to Goal team plans on staying on top of this and keeping you, the reader and/or
consumer informed about these two new launches through this media platform.<o:p></o:p></div>
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We would like to give a huge thank you to Dr. Rouse for the
time spent in person and on the phone. He gives true meaning and credibility to
the term “Gentleman” and we were honored (and grateful!) to have met him! <o:p></o:p></div>
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Keep on keeping on Dr. Rouse! <o:p></o:p></div>
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Additionally, in recent email correspondence from <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Ted Wilson </b>(see below)<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b>we were filled in on further insight
on the human body’s response to the Trimma product. In Dr. Rouse’s words:<o:p></o:p></div>
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“<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">When something is secretly
making someone fat and you know it's not what you're eating or a lack of
physical activity, then it's time to consider the hormones. Glands in the
endocrine system produce many hormones that are responsible for the genetic
conditions that influence one's metabolism and weight. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Thyroid gland -- When it is
weak the metabolism is slow to burn energy. The metabolism runs like a turtle.
However, decreased thyroid is rarely the sole cause of being overweight. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Adrenal glands -- Too much
stress overstimulates the adrenal gland which releases cortisol and
testosterone and estrogen. This means the person will eat more and rapidly
store calories in the belly fat. High cortisol levels also reduce insulin
sensitivity and the kidney will also retain salt and water that in turn will
elevate the blood pressure. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Pancreas -- A normally
functioning pancreas secretes insulin. Insulin helps the sugar (glucose) to
travel from the blood into the muscle to produce energy. But in the case of
insulin resistance, the insulin becomes a "fat storage" hormone and
it stops the appetite control from occurring. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Reprogramming the hormonal
circuits is the solution. You have to make the biology of the body work for
you. The hormone that really helps out is called adiponectin. The bigger the
omentum (belly fat) the less adiponectin one has. This also means the fat that
is released from the fat omentum is going to travel to the liver.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Trimma© is designed to improve
the hormonal structure, including the adiponectin levels; however, most people
are already dealing with heavy omentum and subsequently enlarged fatty livers.
Now we need a whole body cleansing enzyme system. We need the specialized
enzyme bio-technology to clean up the stubborn spots. (Coming soon – April 2013
NEW product release!). Also, in the interim time as the body waits on the
omentum to shrink and the adiponectin levels to rise, a trick to reprogram the
hormonal circuits is to introduce 100% absorbable collagen protein (a NEW
product release in April 2013!). This spiffies the glands and creates a sense
of satiety and the appetite in controlled for longer periods of time. A fatty
liver is usually a toxic liver -- it needs a whole body cleanse. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Sometimes we're dealing with a
lymphatic imbalance and this stems from the pituitary hormones, such as
prolactin and growth hormone mediators. Lymphatics are hypersensitive to
hormones. Dairy products overload their lymphatics therefore they need to curtail
cream, milk, butter, cheese, ice cream, and chocolate. A good liver cleansing
nutraceutical program is a must for these cases before they can speed up
metabolism and weight loss. An under active thyroid is more common in lymphatic
people. The whole body cleanse (coming in April 2013) is going to work wonders
for them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black; font-family: "Segoe UI","sans-serif"; font-size: 10.5pt;">Candida (Yeast) can definitely
hinder weight loss. The Candida produces hormones, including estrogens and
steroids. Candida also increases the body's estrogen load that in turn inhibits
thyroid performance and creates weight gain. Most of the time a Candida patient
has a too low spectrum of two stomach digesters: Hydrochloric acid and Pepsin.
A nutraceutical called Betaine hydrochloride plus Pepsin can solve this
nemesis. This is also the time to introduce a probiotic (especially
bifidobacterium, BB536).”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="color: black;">For more
information on the Visi™ products visit: </span><a href="http://www.invitesampleshare.com/"><span style="color: blue;">www.InviteSampleShare.com</span></a><span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";"></span></b> </div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">Dr. Charles A. Rouse Jr., R.Ph., N.M.D</span></b><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";"> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">(<em><span style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">a.k.a. Dr.Charlie</span></em>)</b> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">Dr. “Charlie” has
been working <em><span style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">exclusively</span></em> with Visi Global as
its medical expert and Scientific Founder. His knowledge and
understanding of natural medicine is well-established and highly
respected, which makes him a sought after speaker/lecturer by his industry
peers. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";"></span><br />
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">Dr. Charles A. Rouse,
Jr., is a Registered Pharmacist and Doctor of Natural Medicine (N.M.D.). In
addition to the titles of speaker, author and health talk show radio host, Dr.
Rouse is the founder of The Medicine Man’s Corner (</span><a href="http://www.themedicineman.com/"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";"><span style="color: blue;">www.themedicineman.com</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">), a naturopathic
pharmacy, in Albany, Georgia. Dr. Rouse’s unique background gives him
special insight into traditional medicine as well as the highly acclaimed world
of natural medicine. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">(Synopsis credited
to: </span><a href="http://www.visicentral.com/"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";"><span style="color: blue;">www.visicentral.com</span></span></a><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; font-family: "Georgia","serif"; font-size: 10.5pt; mso-ansi-language: EN; mso-bidi-font-family: "Lucida Sans Unicode";">) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<strong>Ted Wilson</strong> (right) <strong>is</strong> <strong>a Visi™
Arctic Emerald Leader</strong> from Spruce Grove, AB, who also toured with Dr. Rouse
earlier this year and was a huge key component into the successful organization
of the tour. Wilson is a Kinesiologist by trade (proficient in the study of
human movement: addressing physiological, mechanical, and psychological mechanisms
in the human body) and has a full understanding of the benefits of the Visi™
products. Just another jewel in the Visi crown!Weigh to Goalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16145358398869411132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1434920031915775553.post-91709144543464683142013-03-17T18:36:00.000-07:002013-03-17T19:47:18.266-07:00The Beautiful People: Inspiring our Youth - Part 2<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo Credit: Randy Pond Photography</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Melissa Monz: The Runway Model inspiring young women</strong> </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“Some people in the industry will say things to me like: you’re too old, too short, or too fat. I have the maturity to be able to deal with these kinds of (negative) comments, but for a younger woman or girl wanting to pursue a career as a model, this can be devastating. It’s really frustrating for me to experience this but I feel even worse for a young woman or girl who is truly beautiful and receives this kind of harsh criticism,” said Edmonton born Melissa Monz, Runway Model for Trisha Pasnak (Fashion Designer also based in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada).</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo Credit: Darcy Evans Photography, <br />
Fashion Photography for Designer: Trisha Pasnak</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Upon first meeting Monz, it’s not hard to see why: she exudes natural beauty and grace that is demonstrated through her photo portfolio.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It is why she is the muse for photographer, Darcy Evans (previous Coaches Corner feature person) and is coveted by Pasnak for the upcoming Spring Fashion Runway Show on March 26<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup>for (Western Canada) Fashion Week. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“I am considered ‘old’ in the fashion industry. I’m only 32, but most models are anywhere from 14-18 years old. I am also short and most models are at least 5ft 9” or taller. I am not doing this as a career move though. It’s more of a hobby for me. I love modeling but to be able to do some of the tough poses for photos, I work out (she attends hot yoga sessions to keep her tiny 5ft 3” frame in shape!), however, I am a human and I like my food, “said Monz smiling.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Unlike most competition in the Industry, Monz truly does enjoy modeling as a hobby as opposed to a career. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“At fashion Runway shows, I help out backstage. It’s a lot of fun! We typically start at 8am and finish around 10pm. It’s a long but rewarding day. There is a lot of pressure to do a great job while out on the runway, but it’s always a great feeling at the end of the day knowing I did my best and had fun too!”</span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo Credit: Darcy Evans Photography</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">While working the runway is nothing new to Monz, creative photography is what she enjoys best and would like to do more of. “I am working on a creative project with a photographer at the moment. We are going to do a Scooby Doo (beloved Saturday morning cartoon television series)Photo shoot. I’m being casted in the role of Daphne. I even have the costume made for it! These are the most draining physically as you are doing a lot of different poses for long periods of time, but to me, they are the most fun!” </span><br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQBlQOLfJNIN1ObIvTuSniC9zSFqi30J6YEsw3DY5ApL_8L6kEt5TSBR7khhtWV9NNgPsK-UxUouqKSrVEU9mMrhq9bhQbwohyOgZxan_mYvwDq1fN_6rJVy1gK3hVNmTwA_H7Qx0KjAI/s1600/495_10151312198456487_89586482_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQBlQOLfJNIN1ObIvTuSniC9zSFqi30J6YEsw3DY5ApL_8L6kEt5TSBR7khhtWV9NNgPsK-UxUouqKSrVEU9mMrhq9bhQbwohyOgZxan_mYvwDq1fN_6rJVy1gK3hVNmTwA_H7Qx0KjAI/s400/495_10151312198456487_89586482_n.jpg" width="400" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Photo Credit: Darcy Evans Photography</td></tr>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In a society obsessed with weight and appearances, Monz appears confident in herself and her image despite the obstacles of criticism one might experience in the fashion industry. However, she seems quite concerned for the younger generation of models wanting to ‘make it big’. “These young women coming in (to the industry) are impressionable and are often not prepared for what they are about to experience. There are 'professionals' that may say hurtful things to them (during a photo shoot or runway show) that they wouldn’t normally say in out in the real world. I have seen some young girls very underweight as a result of being told they are ‘too fat’. In addition, they are often unsupervised and can easily be misled by a so-called photographer who does not have the proper credentials. As a precaution, I always do a background check on anyone who wants to do a photo shoot with me and I encourage these young women to do the same,” said Monz.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“Another thing that they don’t realize is that there are a lot Representatives from Modeling Agencies who will ‘scout’ out for new talent and approach these young women on the street with their business card telling them that they should be modeling. They tell them that they are pretty and it gets them excited. Then, when they call the agency, they are (more often than not) told that there is a ‘fee’ to enroll in their program. If an agency really wants you to model for them, they will be paying YOU, not the other way around,”warned Monz.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“One strong piece of advice I would like to give young women or girls pursuing this lifestyle is this: being ‘pretty’ or ‘beautiful’doesn’t always translate onto a camera. I’ve seen some very ‘average’ looking people take the most amazing photos. These people look like someone much different behind the camera. The ‘unique’ look is often what most designers or photographers will notice more and choose for their runway shows or photo sessions. I encourage all young girls to approach this industry as a ‘hobby’ as opposed to a career. The experience will be much more enjoyable.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">He is a shy and quiet person, but Roy Hendrickson (Body
Builder/Actor/Model), has a presence about him that makes one take notice. His piercing
blue eyes capture anyone’s attention, and his articulate conversation skills maintain
that connection. These qualities, among many, naturally draw people to
Hendrickson making him a positive role model, especially for his children. In
fact, his talent for acting has also inspired his oldest son to pursue a career
in the same industry. “He chose to quit hockey to pursue a career in acting and
one of his first roles was to play a hockey player. It was ironic but interesting!” he smiled.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Albeit an inspiration for his children, Hendrickson maintains his modesty, “I struggle sometimes
with my self-image. It’s tough for me to accept a compliment.” </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">This is hard to believe when you see him at first
glance. His striking good looks and gentle demeanor bodes well as the strong,
silent type for the modeling contract he’s had with the large Cosmetic Corporation,
Elizabeth Arden. (He sported a tuxedo and posed as an ‘escort’ with models
during a “live events” promotion for a new perfume campaign!) He has also
appeared onscreen as an extra in a CBC (Canadian Broadcasting Corporation
Television) two hour special called ‘The War Reporter’ as well as a part in the
‘Blackstone’ series on television’s APTN Network. He has also modeled as a Marvel Comics icon in Darcy Evan’s (Photographer,
featured previously in Coaches Corner) most recent creative photo shoot titled,
‘The Evolution of Joker” (see below).</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In addition to acting and modeling roles, Hendrickson has also
competed in the International Natural Bodybuilding & Fitness (INBF) event at
the “Capital City Competition” (held in Sacramento, California, USA, in 2009)
coming in fourth place in the Lightweight category. “It was a great experience.
I was pretty proud of my accomplishment after it was over, but up until the
event, it was a lot of hard work and dedication. I was down to five percent
body fat. Not everyone can say they can get their body percentage that low. You
have to follow a very strict diet and exercise program,” he said.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Hendrickson’s intense workout regimen began 12 weeks prior
to the competition. It consisted of working out five days per week with 45
minutes of weight training and 15-20 minutes of cardiovascular exercises. His
day would begin at 6am and finish at 10pm only to get up and repeat the same
thing the next day. He credits his physique to a combination of good diet (that
consisted of vegetables, egg whites, Isagenix products - supplements & whey
protein shakes) and plenty of water. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“If I were to begin training right now, I would give myself
about three months to prepare. When I competed at INBF, I was pretty dedicated to
my regimen four to seven days of the week. At the time, my children were
younger (Hendrickson has three boys), and being a single dad with hockey
commitments took away from the focus some of the time. If I compete again, I
plan on sticking to being more committed to the program,” he said.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Acting, Modeling and Competitions aside, Hendrickson feels
the most importance in his life is his children and encouraging them to attain
their dreams and goals. He is actively involved in coaching their hockey practices
and games, attending football practices, and activities such as skiing for a
family fun day. “I encourage them to stay active and eat healthy, avoid sugary
drinks, eat protein after a workout or practice and drink lots of water. What’s
important for me is health and happiness. I believe I’ve taught them (by
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Way to go Roy! Keep on keeping on!</span><br />
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*UPDATE: April 4th, 2013 - Just received a quick message from Scott Ward (Race Director) that there are TWO official dates for EDMONTON: July 6th & 7th, 2013. The 6th run date is SOLD OUT and the 7th is NEARLY sold out as well! Let's do this Edmonton! This article was written prior to the March 6th, 2013 registration date so we are keeping you in the loop as to what's shaking;) Go to <a href="http://www.colormerad.com/">www.colormerad.com</a> to register ASAP!*<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">What person in their right mind wants to participate in a
five kilometer run while getting plastered with paint and puff bombs (made with
non-toxic, non-rashing corn starch) of vivacious color every five minutes? Let’s
see….approximately 8000 people!!! Yes, that’s right! On July 6<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup>,
2013, 8,000 participants will be running in Edmonton, Alberta to benefit the Children’s
Stollery Hospital at the University of Alberta. This large number of people is
a combination of individuals, teams (of families, friends, and businesses), and
volunteers. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“Calgary sold out in three days. It was crazy! We expect
Edmonton to sell out very quickly as well,” said Scott Ward, Race Director for
Color Me Rad (from Salt Lake City, Utah, USA). However, that was his comment
only TWO DAYS prior to online registration (March 6<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup>). Little did
he know that Edmontonians were waiting on baited breath for registration to
open up! In fact, Edmonton sold out for the race within ONE day! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Comments on Color Me Rad’s Facebook Page range from the disappointed
“Please make more spots! Edmonton will be the biggest Color Me Rad run. Get it
on world news!” to the excited “Just signed up, so excited to be Rad with “the
serial colors!”<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;">. The
quick sell out has left many others disappointed that they missed their opportunity
to participate. However, Weigh to Goal contacted Scott Ward and asked the
question: “We heard a rumor that your company was thinking of hosting TWO run
dates for Edmonton. Is that true?” </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Here’s
what we received back from Ward: “True Indeed!” </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">So,
those wanting to participate (in what is beginning to look like the largest
Color Me Rad run yet) in Edmonton, Alberta may just get that opportunity soon
enough! Stay tuned! </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">“The
Color Me Rad Company is comprised of three owners: Matt Ward (no relation to Scott),
Scott Crandall, and John Nalfatto. (Also from Salt Lake City, Utah) They have
been putting on races for approximately 7-10 years now mainly in the west coast
of the United States called ‘The Dirty Dash’ (a mud run). They’ve hosted approximately
30 races with that event. They saw the success of The Color Run (began approximately
6 months prior to Color Me Rad), and decided to jump right in (and start a
second genre - Color Me Rad 5k),” said Ward.</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">“The
original idea for this race came from a holy festival in India called ‘Festival
of Colors’. It has really caught on here. We host these events and a portion of
the proceeds go to local charities such as the Children’s Stollery in Edmonton.
We come to the city 3 days prior to the event and set up. In that time,
approximately 100-150 volunteers help out with everything from handing out
registration packets to joining the ‘Bomb Squad’. (must be 14 years or older)”<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">So
what can one on the volunteer ‘Bomb Squad’ expect on race day at the Edmonton
Expo Centre? “It’s a lot of fun! We have about five stations set up: three powder
and two liquid color stations (with the colors: blue, green, pink, purple, and
yellow). The volunteers literally get fistfuls of color to throw at the participants
running by. There are multiple people set up at each station too. We recommend that
people wear something they don’t mind getting trashed because they will be
covered in color by the end of the race,” he laughed. </span></span><br />
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When
asked about his thoughts of comparing the amount of color thrown during the Color
Me Rad 5k and The Color Run, Ward said, “It’s like comparing Skittles (Color Me
Rad) to chocolate covered M&M’s. Our volunteers get to throw a LOT more
color.”</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Participants
can expect to receive a nice quality t-shirt, RAD tattoo, color packet (for joining
in on the fun!) and a pair of sunglasses. “We recommend that people wear the
sunglasses to avoid any color getting in their eyes. With that being said, we
make sure to tell our volunteers not to aim at the face. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Also, teams are certainly allowed to create their
own t-shirts and are encouraged to be creative. Just don’t expect them to look
the same by the time the race is through!” </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">When
asked about the Organization, Ward said, “We have two people with the company (in
addition to Ward) prepping for the race. During the event there is a team of
about seven or eight that contribute to setting up for the big day. (See photo
with Ward and his team in Vancouver, BC, Canada, below) It’s a great group of
like-minded people just wanting everyone to have a good time. This race is
meant to attract people who wouldn’t normally do a run like this. It encourages
people to get out and do something healthy for themselves while having fun.”</span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">With
8,000 participants in Edmonton and 10,000 or more expected to run in Calgary, Alberta,
one can see why! <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>Scott, we thank YOU for taking the time to speak with Weigh to Goal </strong>(</span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/WeighToGoal"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.facebook.com/WeighToGoal</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> )
and look forward to meeting you and your team in <strong><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: magenta;">C</span><span style="color: lime;">O</span><span style="color: blue;">L</span><span style="color: red;">O</span><span style="color: orange;">R</span></span></strong> in July! In the
meantime, keep on keeping on Scott!</span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">**Special Note about Registration
& Additional Date for Color Me Rad 5k run:<o:p></o:p></span></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Fans
of our Facebook Page Weigh to Goal and Color Me Rad have contacted us to join
our Visi Dream Team in hopes of getting “in” on the race with us. While we appreciate
your excitement and support, here is how the process works:<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">At
this time you will need to register as a volunteer for the July 6<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup>
run date. According to our fan source, there is a wait list for the volunteer
roster, but committing in this way may guarantee a spot for those wanting in on
the Visi Dream Team for that date should a volunteer position become available.
(Details for our team or to donate to the Children’s Stollery are posted at the
end of this article) Alternatively, you can watch our Facebook Page, the
website </span><a href="http://www.colormerad.com/"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.colormerad.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> , or
Facebook Page </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/colormerad5k"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">www.facebook.com/colormerad5k</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
for updates as to when the second registration comes available. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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those signed up and/or registered as a volunteer who wish to <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">join our Visi Dream Team</b>, please
contact Candice Marshall at (780) 782-7399 and we will be sure to get you in!
To donate to our efforts to raise $5000 or more towards the Children’s Stollery,
click on the link below and you will be redirected to the donation page. We
THANK YOU in advance! </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;"><a href="http://colormerad.fundly.com/visi-dream-team"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">http://colormerad.fundly.com/visi-dream-team</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;">Visi Trimma Weight Loss, Wellness
and Energy product information</span></b><span lang="EN" style="color: #333333; mso-ansi-language: EN;">: If you know anyone who wants to lose some weight and
gain energy, contact us (inbox) or see our Weight Loss Challenge (also in the
events section of our page) contact info for a distributor in your area! Info on
the Visi products can be found at: <a href="http://www.invitesampleshare.com/"><span style="color: blue;">www.invitesampleshare.com</span></a><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">People don’t know what pandemonium is until they experience it. The definition of the term is simply this: wild and noisy disorder or confusion; uproar. The latter part of the meaning is it in a nutshell when taking a first glance at the images of award winning photographer Darcy Evans as his artistic vision is generating just that. From “Jokers” past and present locked in a menacing stare-down (Batman fans applaud him! see above) as well as bringing to life the bubbly Archie comic characters we all familiarized ourselves with as children (see below), Evans has caused much discussion (and attraction) to his creative images on his website and Facebook page. The term may seem like an insult when applying it to the born and raised Edmontonian, but upon viewing his portfolio and the broad spectrum of naturally lit images (no Photoshop!) it’s easy to see that the man is a photographic genius and the public is noticing that. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“The ’My Doll Collection’ photo shoot (Evans Signature creative work) was my favorite. It was one month from the conceptual (planning) stage until the finished product. We began shooting at 6am in the basement of an old building downtown Edmonton, Alberta, and didn’t wrap up until midnight. It was a long day for everyone involved, but Melissa Monz (Model, and ‘doll’, pictured below) totally rocked it and the end result was extraordinary. My favorite type of shoot to do is creatives like this one (fine art photography). I have so many ideas that I would like to try, but it takes time to get a project like this together. Casting (roles) and budget is key. I shoot creatives like this about four times a year for those reasons,” said Evans. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">This visionary has dabbled in areas of photography including Fitness and Boudoir images that have captured the essence of each subject. “I picked up my first camera about two years ago. My starting point was with a friend of mine, Anastasia Powell (Tattoo Artist and Fitness Enthusiast). She is one of the most beautiful people I know and I wanted to capture her on film. The photo shoot turned out so well that I just continued.” Pleased with the results, Powell referred other professionals within the fitness industry to Evans for their portfolios thus propelling him forward with his career and into the spotlight. “When I posted this photo, I had 600 likes on Facebook alone in one day,” said Evans, referring to his award winning “Bodyscape” image (see below). <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">The Models body shapes from Evans images range from the sleek physique in his artistic fitness photos, to a softer, genteel approach demonstrated in his boudoir photos. (Images shown below) “I think that a bigger woman who is confident in her body shows through the images. There’s nothing sexier than a woman who has confidence,” he said. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">However, his projects don’t stop there. Evans has just finished wrapping up the Spring “Look Book” for up and coming Fashion Designer Trisha Pasnak (from Edmonton, Alberta) and has captured beautiful still-life images of dogs for the 2013 “Rescued Friends” calendar with the Paws in Need Animal Rescue, a volunteer group in Edmonton . “Trisha and I have worked on a few projects together and I really enjoy it. I photographed her spring look book (the designer’s portfolio) prior to fashion week (March 21<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">st</span></sup> – 28<sup><span style="font-size: x-small;">th</span></sup>). I will have the slide show up on my website before then,” he said. (See photos below)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">After our interview, Evans gives me the grand tour of his studio, located in the basement of his home. It is there that the artist transforms concrete floor and walls to the backdrops for his images. “Some shoots are done outdoors or on location, but most are done here in my studio. I am just taking down the set from Trisha’s shoot yesterday. I like to build the sets myself,” he said, motioning to the hardwood flooring pieces stacked neatly next to a tripod. It's hard to imagine the amazing scenes displayed on the artists website when looking around at the dismantled backdrop, but the photos speak for themselves: they are truly creative genius. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“I have a lot of ideas for future projects. For instance, I’d like to put together a coffee table book of late 1800’s boudoir images. Currently I am looking for models/paying clients for this initiative. I have the project in my mind of what I’d like to do so it’s in the planning stage at the moment. Primarily, I have been doing pet and fitness photography for clients and truly enjoy doing it. I love photographing animals. However, creatives are what have a passion for!” he said, smiling.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">It shows! Keep on keeping on Darcy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Aside from the projects mentioned in this article, Evans has worked with Sugarkiss Magazine and has won numerous awards such as: Top Marco Photo at the Edmonton Photography Trade Show and honorable mention from the Alberta Photon Camera Club International Expo. His images can be viewed on Facebook and his Website: Darcy Evans Photography.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Calibri;"><strong>To arrange a photo session, contact Evans at: <o:p></o:p></strong></span><br />
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Weigh to Goalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16145358398869411132noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1434920031915775553.post-77114002603598657542013-02-17T11:14:00.001-08:002013-02-17T15:10:25.620-08:00Derek Van Diest: A day in the life of an NHL Sports Writer<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“I like the anonymity. You can walk down the street and no
one knows who you are. When you write for a newspaper, your profile is a little more discreet,” said Derek Van Diest, NHL Sports Reporter for the Sun
Newspaper in Edmonton, Alberta.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">He’s right. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I am sitting at a downtown restaurant waiting for the reporter
of the Edmonton Oilers NHL hockey team when I see a tall figure crossing the
street. It’s Van Diest. He slips into the restaurant quietly, and walks towards
me, arms outstretched for a hug. “So good to see you!” he smiles, sitting
across from me. Local patrons seem undisturbed around us, and it isn’t until
the interview is underway that they begin to listen in to our conversation. Van
Diest’s caliber is not to be dismissed simply because he is a quiet man at the
onset of meeting. In fact, with over 1900 Twitter followers, and constant
updates throughout each NHL game he covers, Van Diest has earned his spot in
the limelight. This man knows what he’s talking about when it comes to the game
of hockey. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Van Diest got his break covering the Oilers in San Jose in
the 2006 playoff game after a lock out. Prior to that, he had logged in 15-hour
days at the Sun freelance writing and web editing. “The reporter at the time
had to turn the trip down so I volunteered to go. Over the next few games,
Terry Jones, Robin Brownlee, and I worked together. The newspaper loved the
synergy between us and kept me on to cover throughout the Stanley Cup playoffs
that year. We made it to game seven before losing the Stanley cup final. I
loved it!” he said. The following 2006-2007 season, Van Diest became the second
NHL Sports Writer for the Edmonton Sun specifically focusing on the Edmonton
Oilers. (Coverage is also done by Sun reporter, Rob Tychkowski and columnist Terry
Jones)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">However, we aren’t talking about the Oilers or covering the
latest NHL stats today at our meeting; we are discussing the challenges that
Van Diest faces while on the road (and at home) and how he manages his hectic
schedule. We wanted a glimpse into “a day in the life” and healthy lifestyle obstacles
a sports writer faces for our fans on Weigh to Goal and Van Diest gave me the
full guts and glory. “I never feel pressure when I’m writing (and tweeting
updates). I love my job. I have the freedom to make the decisions as to what to
write about and what to say about the game and the players. I like to be the
decision maker. It’s the media’s job to sell the game and report the facts as
accurately as we can,” he said. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">This doesn’t mean that Van Diest escapes media scrutiny now
and then: “People tweet their opinions on my posts all the time and not always
are they in agreement to what I’ve put out there. The beauty of sports is that
it is subjective; there is no right or wrong. You can’t take it personally. You
need to be confident in what you’ve put out there because once you’ve put it
out there, it’s out there and you can’t take it back,” he said. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">A typical day on the road starts off with a 6am flight (Diest
is up by 4am to get to the airport in time) to follow the team (Oilers) to
their next game destination. Then it’s from the airport to the arena in time to
catch the pre-game practice for both teams. There’s a short 4 hour break (time
to write the pre-game stories and send off to the editor), and then it’s back
to the arena for 6:30pm for the game. “I’m writing throughout the game,
following up with interviews in the dressing room after the game, and then
wrapping up a second or third version of the same article to send off to the
paper after that. I usually don’t get out of the arena until midnight and it’s
up and at it again the next day,” said Van Diest. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">So where does he fit in a few Zzz’s when the average night’s
sleep is four hours while on the road? “That’s about it. I catch up when I get
back home as I don’t have to get up as early. Also, on days where there isn’t a
game, getting up at 9am is way too early. I catch up then. I usually exercise
in the time frame between the practice and the game. I have to exercise or else
I won’t have the energy to do what I do,” he said. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Currently, Van Diest is training for a triathlon that he has
competed in for the last few years with his mother Myriam. “I hate the running
part!” he laughs, “I can cycle and swim all day long, but running? I just don’t
like that part.” His training process will become more intense over the next
few months but that hasn’t deterred him in any way, “It’s a nice way to spend
some time with my mother and I enjoy doing it,” he said. He added, “Eating on
the road also has its ups and downs. You’re always eating on the run so
grabbing something quick and convenient is something I have to really watch out
for; I try to eat as healthy as possible but sometimes it’s not always easy. I
do my best.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">By now, Van Diest is receiving messages for another
interview and informs me that he has to leave. Before doing so, he looks out
the window for a brief pause, and then turns his gaze to me. “It’s not always
glamour and glory. Sometimes the days just blend into each other and I’m so
focused on who is playing who and the details that I don’t pay attention if
it’s Tuesday or Wednesday. I have my phone with me even on my days off so it’s
not always easy taking a weekend to head out on a trip somewhere.” With that
said, he maintains that the perks of the job far outweigh the challenges, “I
get paid to watch hockey. I get to travel all the time. Like really, it doesn’t
get any better than that.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">True enough!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Keep on Keeping on
Derek!</span></b></div>
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follow-up on Van Diest in May 2013 as he prepares for a Triathlon with his Mother,
Myriam. <o:p></o:p></span></b><br />
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was born in Santiago, Chile and moved to Canada with his family when he was six
years old. He chose a career in Journalism at Grant MacEwan College at the age
of 22 and following graduation spent seven years in Medicine Hat, AB, working
for the Medicine Hat News. He returned to Edmonton to take a one year contract
freelancing with the Edmonton Journal. After that, he began working for the
Edmonton Sun and the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta
running their website. It wasn’t long before he began working for the Sun
full-time as their Web Editor and Freelance Writer. Soon after, he assumed the
position he is in today as the Sun’s NHL Sports Writer. Van Diest has been with
the Edmonton Sun for seven and half years now and plans on continuing for many
years to come.</span>Weigh to Goalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16145358398869411132noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1434920031915775553.post-37456454457288760732013-02-10T19:47:00.001-08:002013-02-10T19:47:30.378-08:00Miracle Healer Herbert R. Rosa
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">“I wouldn’t
have believed it if I hadn’t heard it, but he went back to his clinic for a
check-up and found out he was clear!”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">These are the
words of two-year certified Holistic Health Consultant/Coach Herbert R. Rosa of
New York, USA. He is speaking of a friend who had contracted a Sexually
Transmitted Disease (STD) and upon visiting Rosa in New York, began adopting
his daily routine of drinking Lemon water with natural salt (as well as
consuming Black Seed Oil) simply out of natural curiosity. What Rosa and his
friend did not bank on, was that by adopting this Holistic lifestyle, his
friend became cured. This was a regular routine for Rosa, but not so much for
his friend. In fact, he hadn’t considered a Holistic approach or lifestyle until
he spent the time in New York visiting with Rosa. Upon returning home and visiting his clinic, his friend found out he was clear of the disease. (*for confidentiality reasons, we can not specify what disease or whom, however, Herbert can be contacted for further information - see credentials below) “He was shocked, and so was
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">But this
isn’t something entirely new to the New Yorker who has always had a
curiosity for “what works” when it comes to natural healing. In fact, he became
interested in Holistic healing (after contracting an allergic skin reaction to
an unknown substance) when he was 13 years old. “I became like a detective wanting
to know what would work and what wouldn’t for this reaction. I concocted a formula
of all natural products (an Aloe based lotion and Vitamin E Oil)<span style="color: red;"> </span>to alleviate the reaction and within a week it went away.
I didn’t want to be co-dependent on my doctor (not that Rosa has anything
against doctors or western medicine), I just wanted to be able to take the
(healing) power back into my own hands by discovering where imbalances occur
through what I was consuming. This method helped me discover what to use to
balance out the reaction,” he said. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Rosa has also
worked with a close family member’s child affected with Attention Deficit
Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). According to him, the diagnosis stems from
childhood vaccinations. He spoke very succinctly (and highly!) of these
children when he said, “I see these children as very special. They are talented
and each one has a gift. What needs to be monitored in their diet is the amount
of sugar consumption they are taking on a daily basis. The metal mercury in
sugar builds up to create imbalances. I have recommended shots of cilantro
mixed with orange and carrot juice to make it tastier. It has helped these
children become more focused.” <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Rosa has
helped many people in this method, in fact, on average; he mentors five clients
per week. When a client consults with Rosa, they can expect a thorough diagnosis:
they begin with an assessment of pinpointing their eating habits (from 5 days
prior to their first appointment), what medications they are consuming, stress
levels, and (for women) menstrual cycles and how regular they are. From there
(and during a three to six month contract), Rosa works with his client to discover
where the imbalance has occurred by “pin-pointing what the client was consuming
to bring about the undesired result (such as stress, lethargy, etc.)”.
In addition, he will go with his clients to the supermarket and recommend
healthier options or alternatives. “For example, if people like Italian
Cuisine, I will try to help them find other alternatives at restaurants and/or
supermarkets<span style="color: red;"> </span>with the taste and texture of that
type of food to fool their mind (senses) with a healthier option,” said Rosa.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">“There are so
many healthier alternatives to balance out one’s health through a Holistic
approach, “said Rosa, “Did you know that a juice made with Hemp Seed is the
closest thing to a mother’s breast milk? Even natural salt is what the body
needs to function as it acts as a cleanser and is a main ingredient in our body
(PH-sweat). I knew it was a good substance to be consuming, but if I had not heard what it what
it did for my friend (help cure his STD), I would never have known its awesome
healing properties. It was something that I was already taking and my friend
just decided he would try it. As a bonus, he is no longer fatigued and has more
energy too!”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">In addition
to being a Holistic Health Consultant/Coach (Rosa has studied the Holistic
approach for 10 years), he has experience leading motivational speeches, Health
Workshops, Education with the fundamentals of Meditation (and how it can
enhance a better state of mind), AND teaches Yoga!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">Keep on
keeping on Herbert!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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interested in knowing more about Rosa’s practice and programs that he offers
may contact him at:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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physiological expression of the body and mind on how it can be Enhanced or
Affected with Food, Meditation, Ionized water, Ionic Minerals Kinesiology,
Crystals, Herbs and Ecological stress and complimentary circumstances in one’s
environment due to harmful Electro-magnetic frequencies and helpful Negative
Ions. Vegan and Raw food Chef Fluent in alkaline and acidic food groups, on how
an Acidic environment in the body can cause dis-ease and how an alkaline one
can offset many physical ailments. Instrumental in conducting Group, Corporate,
Adult, senior and children Yoga, Meditation, Crystal healing, chakra healing
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Her belief system is a spiritual one, and she practice’s her
professional massage technique based on the same principle under the name, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Transforming HU Massage</b> (HU being Sanskrit
for: Universal God =YOU). She is Michelle Lorimer and she is an independent Certified
Therapeutic Massage Therapist from Edmonton, AB and at the time of this
interview, we are cozied up in a small corner of a local coffee shop discussing
the importance of her therapy techniques, and more importantly, what clients
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Most people aren’t aware that by the end of this year, not
all insurance companies will accept receipts from your "Massage Therapist" for reimbursement. In fact, there may be none! Lorimer educated
me as to what is up and coming for 2013: “Many insurance companies registered with one of
the three designated associations: National Health Practitioners of Canada
(NHPC), Massage Therapy Association of Alberta (NTAA), and Remedial Massage
Therapists of Alberta (RMTA) WILL REQUIRE that a massage therapist be
regulated. This means that all <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Certified Massage Therapists</i></b> will
require “2200 hours of massage therapy practicum (hands on practice)” during
their two year course study in order to be certified and registered with one of
these associations. They will then be <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">2200
hour Regulated </b>(recognized) and clients will be able to submit receipts and
be refunded their money through their perspective insurance companies” said
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">She added, “At current, there are a few insurance companies
that already have jumped on board and require the 2200 hour Regulated certification
for claims." According to Lorimer, these insurance companies are: Manulife, Sun
Life financial, and come April 2013, Blue Cross will be jumping on board also.”
This may not mean much to others outside of Alberta, but it certainly is
informative for those in other areas throughout Canada or the globe. You may
want to look into this if you are one of those people on a budget and expecting
a refund from your claim through your perspective insurance company!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">“The difference between an ‘Unregulated’ and ‘Regulated’
Massage Therapist are those vital hours put into practicum: 1000 is required in
the first year and 1200 in the second year of schooling. This is to avoid the
everyday person from going to the typical ‘rub and tug’ massage parlors and
submitting claims to their insurance companies, which (scarily!) is happening.
By becoming a <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">2200 hour Regulated</i></b> Certified Massage Therapist, these practitioners
can avoid the cliché of being associated with the uncertified establishments
and become a more quality care resource for clients requiring reimbursement
through their insurance companies” said Lorimer. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">In addition to educating her clients on the financial
aspects of insurance claims, Lorimer helps clients gain knowledge through three
different <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Hydrotherapy techniques </b>in
her Massage Practice: <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Moist heat therapy</i>
(to relax muscle tissue), <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Ice therapy</i>
(for inflammation of muscles), and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Contrast
therapy</i> (a combination of heat and cold to help circulation & to flush
out toxins). “These techniques help with range of motion during the massage and
are used a lot for people who participate in sports and have sports related
injuries. It also helps to avoid pain and bruising during the massage.” Her massage
technique (also referred to as <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Cross-Fiber Frictioning</i>) focuses on “waking up the muscle by massaging out knots
and adhesions”, a common occurrence in today’s society with stress being on the
forefront for most everyone.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Lorimer is in her second and final year of schooling at MH
Vicars School of Massage Therapy in Edmonton, AB and already has practicum
experience through the Wellness Centre in Leduc, AB. She has 1000 hours of
first year practicum under her belt and is working towards her 1200 remaining
hours through professional massage services out of her home as well as the
Welllness Centre. She will be graduating in June of 2013. You may contact her @
780-953-4168 or through email at: </span><a href="mailto:waddy1213@hotmail.com"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Calibri;">waddy1213@hotmail.com</span></a><span style="font-family: Calibri;">
to book an appointment (her one hour massages are only $40!) or to find out
more information pertaining to this article. After graduation, rates will be
subject to change. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Weigh to Goal Michelle! Keep on Keeping on! </span><br />
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Weigh to Goalhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16145358398869411132noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1434920031915775553.post-26220924721483341562013-01-27T19:14:00.001-08:002013-02-03T12:14:13.621-08:00Valentine's Day Massacre<span style="font-family: Calibri;"></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">I</span><span style="font-family: Calibri;"> think that the title was fitting…..don’t you? I’m not
talking about a Prom Night two type of deal here….I am talking about that
sweet, adorable man in our life who thinks it’s sooooo romantic to bring us a bouquet
of roses, and…….a box of high calorie, fat laden chocolates in that red velvet
heart shaped box! And it’s not enough to just set it aside and forget about it
either because that pretty pink ribbon is just dying to be untied….and so, we
do it and think, “Maybe just one won’t hurt?”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">You are right! One won’t hurt, but how many of us have the willpower
to eat only one? Even worse, what about the calorie-laden dinner at that
candlelit steakhouse he’s taking you to? Hmmm? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">And then there’s the single crowd celebrating their anti-Valentine’s
Day with a few drinks at the local pub or dance club with their single cohorts.
We all know how that ends up right? Pretty soon one drink becomes two and the
appies are flying around the table and nobody cares what the calorie count is
after that right? “It was only a few wings and a couple beers” is what we tell
ourselves…..right? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Here's the scary statistics: On Valentine's Day, a whopping 1.1 billion boxes of chocolates are purchased in the United States alone! Hmmmm.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Enter the title of our blog post for this week: Valentine’s
Day Massacre - indeed! And it isn’t only Valentine’s Day that we overindulge. It’s
Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving, a baby shower, birthdays….. and the reality is,
these events happen all year long and are unavoidable. So what can we do to stay
on track with our New Year’s Resolution to lose weight and stay healthy? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Well, here is an excerpt from the “Calorie Control Council” that
will help guide you along so that you can still fit that bikini that you swore
you’d be wearing this summer and still enjoy your night on the town:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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you'd like a roll, grab one then move it outside of your reaching distance. The
same goes for chips, should you be at a Mexican restaurant. Grab a small
handful and then stay away from them the rest of the night.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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special requests. Ask the waiter if they can put the sauce on the side - or to
substitute veggies for the french fries. Find out if your meal can be made
without butter, oil or salt...anything that could help cut down on calories.
And remember: in terms of calories, grilled is usually better than fried and
baked is better than braised.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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light salad or soup to kick things off. This will help to fill you up before
you dive into the big meal. You also might want to split an entrée with your
significant other.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Practice portion control. </span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Remember that restaurant
sizes are often larger than normal. Consider eating half of your meal and
putting the rest in a doggie bag.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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a bunch of extras to your meal. When it comes to a salad, avoid topping it off
with buttery croutons, grated cheese, bacon and dollops of high-fat dressing.
The same goes with a burger, baked potato and other entrees.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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strawberries, red beans, red onions and tomatoes, for example, are all packed
with vitamins, cancer-fighting antioxidants or cholesterol-busting fiber and
protein. In addition, a daily glass of red wine is believed to help reduce the
risk of blood clots and keep the cardiovascular system in shape. So forgo that
cocktail, which can be loaded with sugar, and have a glass of red wine instead
(and ask if they serve a light version).<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Don't always give the gift of chocolate.</span></b><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Verdana","sans-serif"; font-size: 9pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"> If you
and your significant other are trying to lose or maintain weight, consider
purchasing a fruit basket instead of a box of chocolate, or baking a
low-calorie dessert. It's also important to remember that a number of
sugar-free candies and chocolate brands are available and can be found at your
local grocery store or the candy section of an area pharmacy. A bouquet of
flowers, healthy cookbook, personal training sessions or a day spa gift
certificate could also prove worthy gift substitutes.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Day is a time for laughter, fun and food. Having a small slice of cake or a
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pop the lid off that box of chocolates this Valentine's Day, don't feel guilty.
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calories, money and avoid crowds. Find an easy reduced calorie meal that you
can cook with or for your significant other at home. Rent some romantic movies
and make a healthy dessert, like strawberry shortcake sprinkled with your
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article next week in Coaches Corner! </b>We will feature a Goal each week that
YOU, our reader can use throughout your fitness and healthy lifestyle training!
It will be very valuable in mentoring you towards your goals and success in
your healthy lifestyle changes as it is a method based on a 35 year study from
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These are REAL PEOPLE who have reached (or are near reaching) their weight loss
goals on the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">VISI Trimma weight loss
product</b> and want to share their insight, tips, experience with all of YOU!
Each month, we will feature a <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">PRIZE
WINNER</b> from the group of people selected to post their stories for us to
read! (each month there will be a different prize) <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">If you are interested in sharing
YOUR VISI success story with us, please feel free to inbox us and we will be
happy to give you the full contest details! For those of you who are just
receiving the VISI Trimma weight loss product and are aiming to lose those
unwanted pounds, this is PERFECT for you! We love our fans and customers and want
to share in your VICTORY! Watch for Michelle Wilson’s amazing story coming up
this week! </b></span></div>
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<span style="color: #333333; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">*Not sure what Visi is? Check out the "About - General Information" section of our Facebook Page, "Weigh to Goal" and contact Craig or Candice and we will provide you with the info! Please feel free to send us a message through our inbox on our Page or phone us at: 780-569-4466 (Craig) or 780-782-7399 (Candice) and we will aim to get back to you in a timely manner. In addition, if you know anyone who wants to lose weight and gain energy, refer them to our page and we will be happy to help! Link to our page is: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/WeighToGoal?ref=hl#!/WeighToGoal">https://www.facebook.com/WeighToGoal?ref=hl#!/WeighToGoal</a></span></div>
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