Becky's Fitness Blog » Local Treasures http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp Body Under Construction by Becky's Fitness Company! Mon, 07 Jun 2010 21:04:22 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Adventure Racing http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2010/04/14/adventure-racing/ http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2010/04/14/adventure-racing/#comments Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:36:46 +0000 Becky http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/?p=831
Have you ever heard of Adventure Racing?
Have you ever thought of running a race for motivation to get fit? Then after contemplating the idea you realize you are not interested in participating in the typical marathon, half marathon or triathlon? I don’t blame you! Training can be isolating and redundant! The races can also be competitive and overwhelming and ultimately BORING!
I am a leisure athlete. I train to stay healthy, have fun and be fit. I love to participate in competitive sports, but I do not focus on running, swimming and biking alone. I am a cross trainer, and want to participate in a race that reflects my free spirited, fun, cross training abilities. If this describes you – or someone you aspire to be, then read on…..
If you want to get fit, need motivation and really want to have one of the absolute best times in your life while training and competing then give Adventure Racing a try! These races typically involve mountain biking, orienteering (trail running and map reading), and kayaking! Some even involve rappelling and mud pile conquering! This is right up my alley! Running around in the woods, playing with compasses, kayaking, mountain biking, rappelling and jumping in and out of mud (depending on the race you choose)! This is the type of race you can get your friends and family to sign on for, you can train in groups and have a total blast participating in the event!
First you need to select your event. Then start generating excitement about your event. You can make it an office competition, a family event, a race amongst or with friends as a team, you can raise money for charity whatever you want. This is going to be your day, your race, your event. Make sure that whatever type of activity is involved in the race, you are able to train for it. Next start to plan your training. The publicity you have created about your race will create motivation to stick to your training plan and follow through with the race. Finally, be sure to start focusing on the fuel / food you consume to ensure your body is properly nourished for your training and to help you attain your goals on race day. Proper rest is also essential.
Now get to it! Start a training journal including an overview of the exercises you perform, the foods you consume and your feelings during your journey. When race day arrives you will have ventured on a personal adventure to a better self and you will have the most fun ever competing in your Adventure Race! Leaving you with a memory and health benefits that will last a lifetime!
Here is a list of some of my favorite adventure races! I am participating in the Muddy Buddy this year and hopefully a traditional 8 hour Adventure Race as well! May this article inspire you have find your inner child, go out exercise, eat right and make a change in your life and others! Have fun and train hard!

Here are some cool Adventure Racing Websites I found:

Muddy Buddy

Down and Dirty Mud Run

Tough Mudder

New York Adventure Racing Association

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New Year’s Resolutions have come, and gone. We are now well into March and Spring is approaching! This is an amazing time of year! The air is fresh, the breeze begins to get warm and everyone is excited about the chance to get outside! This winter we had an especially cold and snowy experience! Embrace the opportunity with Spring to renew your resolutions to get fit, eat healthy and enjoy life’s blessings!

As a trainer, personal coach and boot camp owner, I am shocked at how many people are not aware of the fantastic fitness opportunities local to them! If you live in NYC – here are some great programs offered by NYC Parks and Recreation. Take advantage!

Alley Pond Adventure Course (QUEENS):
http://www.nycgovparks.org/
Link to the Adventure Course

Bronx Equestrian Center (BRONX):
http://www.bronxequestriancenter.com/

Row Boat/Kayak Rentals (MANHATTAN):
http://www.centralparknyc.org/
Link to Boat/Kayak Rentals

Marine Park Golf Course (BROOKLYN):
http://golfmarinepark.com/home/index.php

Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk and Beach (STATEN ISLAND):
http://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/R046/

Want to learn more fun fitness things to do in NYC? Check out the Parks Website!
http://www.nycgovparks.org/befitnyc

If you live outside of NYC – simply go to your cities Chamber of Commerce website and check out the great programs available to your area! Next week I will explore Farmer’s Markets!

As Always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!
Becky
www.BeckysFitnessCompany.com

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Hi All!!!

So glad you stopped by to check out my BLOG! So – I want to share a secret with you- that I discovered……Alley Pond Park – in Queens – there is an Adventure Course – that is open to the public and FREE on Sundays!!!

Here is the link!

http://www.nycgovparks.org/sub_about/parks_divisions/urban_park_rangers/pd_ur_adventure_course.html

Check out some of the pics and videos from our trip on October 4! The Queens Boot Camp and members of Becky’s Fitness Company went out to try it! What a blast!

Here is Michelle Coles – giving the Sling Shot a try…..

Hope you get the chance to try it out! We had a blast!!

As Always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens,
Becky

www.BeckysFitnessCompany.com

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http://nymag.com/travel/features/57750/

Check it out and ENJOY!!!

As Always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens,
Becky

www.BeckysFitnessCompany.com

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So this past weekend- I went out – and really explored some fun activities around the NY area – many of which are available worldwide! I wanted to tell you all about my experiences and hope you find the time and energy to go and enjoy the splendors of life!!! These activities are great for all ages- and can be enjoyed as a trip with friends or the whole family!

Ok- so first – on Saturday – I took a paddleboarding lesson! It was AWESOME! We paddled for about 2.5 hours in a pond/lake in the Hamptons LI – what an amazing expereince! You get to stand on a large surfboard and paddle around….when we got tired, we layed on the boards and took in the rays…..we also paddled on our knees for a while…..really so much more fun then Kayaking – as you are much closer to the water. We took the lessons and then rented the boards for an additional 2 hours from Surf Hampton 631 283 8243.

SAILING NYC:

Then on Sunday night- I went sailing around NYC for 2 hours on a classic sailboat – about 20-30 people on board. Champane was included as we watched the sun set behond the Statue of Liberty. The sail was $50 and left from Chelsea Piers. Another awesome way to experience NYC…..meet new friends, relax and take a staycation…..

http://www.sail-nyc.com/

FINALLY -

Kandi’s Frittata!!!
A few weeks ago I was visiting my good friend and she invited me for breakfast……she happens to be my idol with respect to being an awesome MOM and housewife (as well as many other things….). This is a version of what she made! It was awesome!!! I HAD to share it with you!!!

In glass corningware dish- I use a medium rectangle dish – coat pan with olive oil cooking spray. Then cover the bottom of the pan with a think layer of shredded potatoes or sweet potatoes (for speed I use Simply Potatoes), then add a layer of any ingredients you wish……(last week I did sauteed basil, onions, tomatoes, sun dried tomatoes, parmesean cheese, and brocoli) [today I will add sauteed portobella mushrooms, onions, spinach and asparagus with parmesean cheese] then top with 18-24 egg whites and shredded cheese. Then bake on 350 for about 30 minutes until set and slightly browning on top. Enjoy!!!

As Always,
Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!
Becky

]]> http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/09/21/paddleboarding-sailing-around-nyc-and-fritattas/feed/ 0 Becky’s Fitness Company goes ROCK CLIMBING! http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/06/02/beckys-fitness-company-goes-rock-climbing/ http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/06/02/beckys-fitness-company-goes-rock-climbing/#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2009 15:47:39 +0000 Becky http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/?p=116 Good Day!!!

Fitness does not mean – going to the gym and getting on a treadmill- ready to tear your eyes out with boredom…..and walking or running for an hour.  This seems to be the general misconception about getting fit and working out!  If my only choice of exercise was to workout at a gym– I may not be as fit as I am…….

My attention span for exercise is limited- unless – I am preparing for a competition– then it is fueled by my fierce competitive drive….other than that- I have about 10 minutes on the treadmill before I am ready to lose my mind….sooooo I try and show everyone – my way of being fit happy and healthy!!!  One of my favorite activities is rock climbing!!  It is a great workout for your entire body and is a blast!!!  Here are some pics from a two trips clients of Becky’s Fitness Company and I took this past winter!!!

The Trip was to ISLAND ROCK in Plainview New York – The link is below– it is a great experience for kids, families and for anyone who wants to try something new!!!

http://www.islandrock.net/

You can also enjoy video clips at the links below!!!

AND

Rock Climbing Pics!!!



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The Official Surf School of the Queens Long Island Adventure Boot Camp!!

Hi All!!! Hear Ye Hear Ye – The NY Surf School is now the OFFICIAL SURF SCHOOL of the Queens Long Island Adventure Boot Camp and Becky’s Fitness Company!!! Check them out on the web at http://www.surflessonsnewyork101.com/index.html

Frank the owner and instructor is awesome as well as his supporting instructors! Members of the Boot Camp and I went on a little surfing trip on Sunday July 27!!! Here are the pics and videos!!!

Get out there and give it a try for yourself!!! I loved it so much I am headed back out this weekend! Talk to you soon!!! Go and live the life you dream of TODAY. May the force be with you!!!!

Check out Videos of the surf trip at the link below!!!

As Always,

Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!

To Your Success and Health!

Becky

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Healthy Over Easy Eggs



So I will now share with you one of my favorite healthy morning recipes!!! I usually eat these eggs with some sliced fruit on the side, like berries or peaches, and two Applegate Farms Chicken Sausages.

Healthy Over Easy Eggs
4 Fresh Eggs
Cooking Spray

Heat a large skillet over a low to medium flame; eggs burn quickly so be careful with heat. Spray pan with cooking spray; crack an egg and allow only the white to fall out of the egg directly on the heated pan. Lift the handle about an inch so that the eggs pool in the far corner of the pan. Hold for 30 seconds or until the whites start to set, then lower the handle and give the pan a jiggle just to make sure there’s no sticking. Repeat with two more eggs. Take the last egg, crack over the pan and allow the whole egg to drop in the pan, including the yolk- be careful not to break the yolk. Season the eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper and continue to cook over low heat until the whites become opaque. Jiggle to loosen the eggs, then flip the eggs over by pushing the pan away and snapping upward simultaneously. with either a spatula or by tossing them over in the pan. Once the eggs start their somersault, raise the pan to meet them so that the exposed yolks experience the softest landing possible. The goal of course is to avoid breaking the yolk. If you succeed, count to 10 slowly then slide them onto a plate and serve. If the yolks do break, act like you meant them to, fry for another minute and serve. They’ll still taste great. I like to cut my eggs up- and share the one yolk over the three extra whites!!! Serve with Chicken Sausage and fruit and PRESTO! Healthy, clean great way to start the day. Whole project start to finish should take less than 10 minutes to prepare- less than your daily bowl of oatmeal!!!

On June 21, I took a kayaking trip with fellow boot campers and friends! Here is a Pic!!! Remember- fitness does not mean GYM!!!! Enjoy life- don’t be afraid to live outside the box!!! Give something new a try! You will love it!!!!!

This trip was taken with Sea Kayaking Skills and Adventures in Long Island

http://www.sksa-ltd.com/index.htm


Until next week,

Stay focused until the Miracle Happens!

Becky

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Happy Friday!!!

You made it through another week!!! That is awesome!!!!  This blog post is going to discuss a few local treasures……(ie local places that you may find interesting to visit) that specialize in services that will help make your fitness journey more comfortable.

First- I cannot say it enough- when you are working out hard, on a fitness routine whereby you are regularly doing cardio, strength training and challenging yourself, your body needs rest and relaxation to unwind.  You cannot expect your body to perform and not have any rest.  So I tell my clients over and over….SLEEP and have a day of complete rest where you do NO physical activity.  I also stress the need to stretch!!!!!  You are prone to injury if you do not stretch.  One of my favorite places to go- to rest my mind and my body is to a Bikram Yoga class.  This class entails 13 moves – that are done with the intention of stretching the body and relaxing the mind.  It is the same 13 moves every class- so there is no thought involved….just heat, and relaxation.  Locally, the best studio I have found is

Be Hot Yoga in Bayside — the website is behotbayside.net

I love this studio- because they do not force you into any contracts–rather you can pay per class or buy a package of classes at discounted rate.  They advocate their students all come and learn at their own pace.  the studio also has a great relaxing feel about it.

PLEASE NOTE — I get NOTHING in exchange for my endorsements– I am a paying customer just like anyone else…..I simply want to spread the good word to my clients about great little places that I find enjoyable on my own personal time.

Another place I go to relax and stretch is Spine and Soul on Bell Boulevard.  I take private Pilate’s lessons with Vassia – an amazing instructor– who works on me with flexibility ONLY.  Check it out for an amazing stretch that is a little more personalized.

http://www.spineandsoul.com

NOW finally- SNEAKERS!!!!

Quantum Athletics (aka Quantum Feet)
18813 Union Tpke, Flushing, NY
(718) 454-3338

They size and fit you for the perfect running shoe.  Bring your current sneaker you are working out in…and they will carefully select the perfect shoe for you based on your wear and tear patterns and foot anatomy!  Mention you are a member of Becky’s Fitness Company / Queens Adventure Boot Camp and you get a discount!!!!

I hope you are all enjoying the new blog and the user friendly applications added for you!  Remember I am always here if you want to chat!  Drop me an email!

As always,

Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!!!

To Your Success and Health,

Becky

]]> http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/05/08/helping-make-your-fitness-journey-more-comfortable/feed/ 0 Friday May 1 – TIPS and TOOLS of Fitness and Healthy Eating http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/05/01/friday-may-1-tips-and-tools-of-fitness-and-healthy-eating/ http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/2009/05/01/friday-may-1-tips-and-tools-of-fitness-and-healthy-eating/#comments Fri, 01 May 2009 17:03:56 +0000 Becky http://www.oxelot.com/bootcamp/?p=66 Greetings Boot Campers and Fellow Fitness Enthusiasts!!!

Welcome to my new blog!  This week is the official first week that I have been using this amazing new site put together by a fellow camper Jade- and it is overwhelming!  My goal is to take all of my old articles, recipes, workouts etc and post them all on this blog for you.  This site has been designed with EASE of USE in mind…..

If you look to the left margin- you can click on any recent post title that may interest you……..you can also narrow your search by clicking on any of the categories listed – such as Becky’s Healthy Recipes…..then each post that has a recipe from me will come up in chronological order.  You can do this for workouts, local treasures – which are reviews of fitness and well being friendly businesses around town…..weekend adventures and more!!!

Every Friday I will post the daily message on this blog- to ensure  you are all directed to the site and keeping up with any new fitness company developments, recipes workouts etc.  Please be sure to register so you can comment on recipes, workouts and post yourself!  Remember the user names and passwords are case sensitive!!!

WOW- OK- now I am sure you all believe me that I am a lawyer- since I surely do write like one!!! LOL  This is me -trying to keep it short and sweet!  So now for the TIPS that you are all anxiously awaiting…….

EAT CLEAN???  WHAT DOES THAT MEAN?  WHAT DO I EAT?

As you all know- my philosophy on this is- eat foods that are fresh, non processed fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and nuts……things Mother Nature INTENDED you eat……NOT corporate creations……

After presenting you with this info- here are the two most frequently asked questions…addressed…..

“What should I eat – to Eat Clean??”

In order to assist you in learning how to eat clean there is a great book- The Eat Clean Diet by Tosca Reno.  You can get this book on Amazon.com used for a few bucks…..the recipes are OK….but the concepts are laid out plain and simple- with LOTS of pictures……so it is an easy read.  I believe anyone embarking on a life change of health and wellness should own this book and refer to it when necessary.

“I read the book……I am too busy to figure this all out……help….”

Robert Kennedy- the publisher of the Eat Clean Diet has also put out a magazine- Clean Eating

This magazine is available online at www.oxygenmag.com and you can also order BACK ISSUES…..

In each issue- there is a TWO WEEK PLAN….including recipes and a grocery list of great clean eating menus…..if you want assistance putting together a menu check out this magazine and follow the menu!!  You will not be disappointed!  The recipes in the magazine are much better than in the Clean Eating Book…….There are also sample menus in the book.

FINALLY- for those of you who do not have the time to cook even if you have the menu planned and grocery list written out…….there are great pre portioned healthy fresh meals prepared and made available to you through FRESH DIRECT.  Go on to the website- check it out browse and order!!!  It is that simple!

Next week I go more in depth into what is good to order from Fresh Direct……and discuss local eateries that serve good clean eats!!!

Until then you can reach me anytime over email. Be well and heathly.

Stay Focused Until the Miracle Happens!

Becky

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