Chris Tse: Social Media King behind Blitz Fitness

Blitz Conditioning Owner Chris Tse (far left) at BAM
(Bust-a-Move Edmonton).The Fitness Guru had the opportunity
to sweat it out with Richard Simmons during the event.
To hear Chris's take on Richard Simmons Click Here!

By Candice Marshall

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  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 (www.blitzconditioning.com) .

Tse demonstrates determination in this Instagram
photo taken within the studio.
Photo Credit: Blitz Conditioning

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.

Brett Kirkland during a CTV Morning Television show
demonstrates a fitness maneuver for viewers
Photo Credit: Blitz Conditioning

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!)  “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.

Photo Credit: Blitz Conditioning

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).

The team during the CIBC Run for the Cure (Breast Cancer)
in Edmonton, AB. Just one of the many fitness charity
fundraisers they have participated in.
Photo Credit: Blitz Conditioning

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. 



Photo Credit: Blitz Conditioning
For a quick clip on Chris and his dog Kyla Click Here!

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.

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.

Chris Tse, the poster child for the Plank Position!
Photo Credit: Blitz Conditioning

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.

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.

Photo Credit: Chris Tse's Personal Photos

Keep on Keeping on Chris!

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Chris Tse - 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.

To book a consultation with the Blitz team Contact:

PH: (780) 655-5347

Website: www.blitzconditioning.com

Blitz Conditioning Addresses:

10575 115 Street NW
Edmonton, AB
T5H 3K4

601 17th Ave SW

Calgary, AB T2S 0B3

Laura Tillack: Fitness Wonder Woman Shaping Up Leduc and Area

 

 

By: Candice Marshall

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! 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 & www.truetouchmtf.com) 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!).

Tillack's (work) 'Family Tree'



Bright and cheery in the Personal Training Room

Ambience in the Massage Therapy rooms

The wall in the larger gym is adorned with images of Tillack's Husband
playing with their two daughters, a true inspiration!

“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^th, 2013 (again, proceeds go towards the Stollery Hospital).  “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.”

 

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 prevent injury in the first place,” she said. Soon after, Tillack moved her business from her home and into her current business location.

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  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.

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 purpose just so she could show her clients that it can 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.

“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’.”

What a Trooper! Keep on keeping on Laura!

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True Touch Massage Therapy & Fitness

Unit 117, 5103 – 50 Ave,

Leduc, AB, T9E 0B9

PH: (780) 739-1729

Email: truetouchmt@hotmail.com

 

 

Laura's credentials are as follows:

*Graduated from MH Vicars School of Massage Therapy with a 2200hr, Remedial Massage Therapy Diploma.

* Extra training in deep tissue massage from Schweitzer抯 Deep Tissue Therapy

* Pre/Postnatal Massage course from MH Vicars

* Reiki levels 1 & 2 from Indigo Wellness & Yoga

* Three day Hot Stone Massage Course from Stone Spirits 

* Completed a Myofascial Therapy course in Santorini, Greece through the Core Institute

* Fitness Theory

*Aquatic Exercise

*Resistance Training

*Group Exercise

*Step Aerobics

*Cycle/Spin course

*Mind/Body course

*Portable Equipment course

*Destination Course

*Ever Active Kids Certification from the AFLCA

*Fitness Instructor Specialist, Personal Training Specialist, Nutrition Wellness Specialist through Canfitpro.

*Also taken Bender Ball, Moc Studio 54, Tabatta Training and Zumba Basics 1 and 2, Zumba 

* Toning, Zumbatomic, Zumba Gold, Zumba Gold Toning and Aqua Zumba through Zumba.com 

* Level 2 Advanced Kickboxing Certified through Kickboxing Canada.

* Sports First Responder (SFR) & CPR/AED level HCP

*Athletic Trainer.

*Athletic Injury Management, Sport Taping and Strapping, Sport Trainer and Sport 

*Nutrition Level 1 through the Sport Medicine Council of Alberta (SMCA).

And Member of Natural Health Practitioners of Canada (NHPC ), Canadian Sports Massage Therapists Association (CSMTA), Provincial Fitness Unit of Alberta (AFLCA), Can-fit-pro, Leduc Chamber of Commerce and Socan.com. 

 

Laura Tillack

Independent Visi™ Distributor

www.teamvisi.com/tillack

www.InviteSampleShare.com

 

 

Brandon Barr: F.U.E.L. Fitness and Massage

 

‘Raising the Barr’: Myofascial Release Therapist & Personal Trainer

By: Candice Marshall

There are a myriad of Massage and Fitness studios in the Edmonton area, but not many have the same expertise and knowledge on Myofascial Release Therapy (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).  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 Fascia – the outer covering of the body that covers all muscles (ligaments, fibers and filaments). (see photo below)

Barr points out what "fascia' looks like in a photo description

“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.

“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.

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.

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’  mode of massage therapy. I wanted to focus on the effective treatment and prevention of injury. 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.

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.

“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.

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.”

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.”

I saw what you did there Brandon…very clever, but true indeed! Keep on keeping on!

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Those interested in booking an appointment with Barr may contact him at:

 

Brandon Barr RMT, PTS
F.U.E.L Fitness & Massage

Ph: (780)7181231

10575-114st

Edmonton, AB

www.fuelfitnessmassage.ca

fuelfitnessmassage@shaw.ca

DJ Baum: Xtremeline Supplements & Fitness Expert

Anthony "Rumble" Johnson (UFC Champion) & DJ Baum,
Owner of Xtremeline Supplements in Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada

By Candice Marshall

“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.



“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.

Baum with UFC Announcer, Bruce Buffer (veteran voice of the 'Octagon')

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.

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). 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.

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.”

l-r: Dan Johns (Baum's cousin), Dana White (UFC President), and Baum

“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.”

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.”

Great advice DJ! We can see why you are the go-to guy for fitness advice. Keep on keeping on!

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For a consultation with Baum, you may contact him at:

Phone: (780) 640-9191

Email: info@xtremeline.ca

Website: www.xtremeline.ca

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)

l-r: Baum with Forrest Griffin (Former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion)

l-r: Baum with Frank Mir (Former UFC Heavyweight Champion)

l-r: Baum with Matt Hughes (Nine time UFC Welterweight Champion)

l-r: Rich Franklin (former UFC Middleweight Champion) and Baum

Dr. Charles Rouse – 'The Medicine Man' and Gem in the Visi™ Crown

(l-r) Dr. Charles A. Rouse Jr., R.PH., N.M.D., and our very own
'Coach' Craig Leibel, Visi Arctic Premier (and Weigh to Goal Co-Administrator!)
at the "Dr. Rouse Tour" in Calgary, Alberta, Canada on February 26th, 2013


By: Candice Marshall

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 Visi™ 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 hear what he has to say about the product. 

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 pharmacognosy: a branch of pharmacology focusing on the medicinal benefits obtained from plants and their positive effects on the human body.

One of the key ingredients of the Trimma© product (that Dr. Rouse spoke about) is the Arctic Cloudberry 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!”

 

The Arctic Cloudberry, a key component ingredient in the
'Visi Trimma' Weight Loss Capsule, is known for it's nutrient-rich properties
that go hand in hand with Good health from the inside out

“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.

 “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.

 

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 he had to say in recent correspondence:

 “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).”

 “There are also some people who are on antidepressants that will, on average, work against the patient and their weight loss efforts. One can experience weight gain (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 just taking Wellness (no Trimma!). The restoration of these proper nutrients also helped to improve his sleep at night and his memory,” he said.

 

Visi Wellness and Energy Products displayed at 'Super Saturday'
convention in Edmonton, AB, Canada

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^th, 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.

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!

Keep on keeping on Dr. Rouse!

 

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Additionally, in recent email correspondence from Ted Wilson (see below) we were filled in on further insight on the human body’s response to the Trimma product. In Dr. Rouse’s words:

“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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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. 

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.

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).”

For more information on the Visi™ products visit: www.InviteSampleShare.com

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Dr. Charles A. Rouse Jr., R.Ph., N.M.D (a.k.a. Dr.Charlie)

Dr. “Charlie” has been working exclusively 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. 

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 (www.themedicineman.com), 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.

(Synopsis credited to: www.visicentral.com)

Ted Wilson (right) is a Visi™ Arctic Emerald Leader 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!

The Beautiful People: Inspiring our Youth - Part 2

Photo Credit: Randy Pond Photography

Melissa Monz: The Runway Model inspiring young women

By: Candice Marshall

“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).

Photo Credit: Darcy Evans Photography,
Fashion Photography for Designer: Trisha Pasnak

Upon first meeting Monz, it’s not hard to see why: she exudes natural beauty and grace that is demonstrated through her photo portfolio. 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^thfor (Western Canada) Fashion Week.

“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.

Unlike most competition in the Industry, Monz truly does enjoy modeling as a hobby as opposed to a career. “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!”



Photo Credit: Darcy Evans Photography

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!”

Photo Credit: Darcy Evans Photography

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.

Photo Credit: Michael Legge - Acceleration Images

“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.

“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.”

Well said Melissa!

Monz modeling in one of many "Creatives' from
Darcy Evans Photography called 'My Doll Collection'