6-29-08 I received this photo with this message over the weekend from one of my clients..."I took my daughter to get her pictures done the other day. I think she has better push up form than I do.  6 months and already showing her mom up." -Lisa .  I see this little girl has been checking out Mommy's workouts.  How adorable!!

I also received the following testimony from one of my boot campers."Hi Krys, I wanted to share with you some nice things that have been said to me just this week. My husband told me this morning that my body shape is becoming more like it was when we first met. That was 20 years ago! He also said he is so glad that I have decided to change my eating habits because now the whole family is eating more healthy. I no longer buy sodas when I go grocery shopping much to the dismay of my son! At work this week I had several friends say how good I was looking. They mentioned that they haven't seen me in a few weeks and the change in me was very noticeable. I am so excited about boot camp. I really feel boot camp is going to change my life for the better. I don't know if I told you this or not but I went to my Rhuemotologist for my yearly exam in Jan 08. I told him of the fear that I would end up like my family members who struggle with arthritis. They are stiff all the time and ache constantly. The doctor looked at me and said 'I have told you before there are a few things you can do to help yourself. Lose weight, exercise, and improve your flexibility'.  Now I am doing all three!! And my arthritis is sooo much better. I don't feel as stiff as I used to. I think my flexibility is getting better all the time. And I have lost more weight since starting the second boot camp with you. Krys you inspire and motivate me everyday. At boot camp you keep me on track and push me to keep going. I want to thank you and sing your praises. You deserve it so much. Thank you."  -D.

I am so blessed to be invited to help such wonderful women.  Confucius said it best "Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life."

5-26-08 Happy Memorial Day! I am praying for all of those that keep our country safe, all those who lost their lives for our safety and for the families that support them.

I wanted to share with you why I love what I do.  The following are from e-mails I received just last week:

"You would have been proud of all the comments regarding my health. They (doctors & nurses) could not believe how low my heart rate was. They kept double checking it because they didn't believe the machine..they wrote in big letters on my EKG-ATHLETIC! It was pretty funny. My anathesiologist rated me in top condition and asked me what kind of exercise I did. When I told him about your programs he said tell your trainer she is doing a great job!! He said it is so much easier to take good care of patients when they take good care of themselves. So THANK YOU, I was very proud!" -Name withheld, over 45yrs old

"Thank you so much for your encouraging words and when you 'crack the whip'! I am so excited...and I am hooked!" -J.

"THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE DAILY EMAILS OF MOTIVATION AND EDUCATION! YOU ARE SOOO AWESOME! "

"Thanks for the encouraging words - I am loving the class" -L.

5-23-08 I have a lot to update you on and I will be posting a whole lot next week.  So don't forget to check back.  Things have been busy in a great way and there are some fun things I want to share with you.  I warned my clients that I would be surprising 2 women with a kitchen raid to see what they really keep in their homes.  Out of 50 or so women no one knows who it is going to be. Well, I popped in on someone today and boy was she surprised.  I photographed her look of pure shock as she opened the door and will post it next week. 

As you might know SuperMommies is growing.  We are in Ocala Florida, Chicago Illinois & North Richland Hills Texas is coming soon.  Don't forget to pick up your copy of May's Ebony Magazine featuring my husband and I and one of our businesses.  Pick up a copy of May's Men's Health Magazine to read about Adventure Boot Camp in their article about choosing the right fitness boot camp. Don't forget if you are looking for a boot camp they are not created equal.  There are some people that are not qualified to instruct in a boot camp environment and can make your experience dangerous instead of fun and effective.  Find an Adventure Boot Camp in your area at bootcampfinder.com to ensure that you have a well qualified, properly certified, nationally accredited boot camp instructor and enjoy the ADVENTURE.

Frequently women ask me what do you think about the informercial fitness programs & products like "Turbo Rock" "BowFit" "PopStar Abs" & "Blender Ball".  The answer- nothing beats P90X.  Whether you are beginner or advanced this is the best and most comprehensive DVD fitness series I have seen.  Only problem is will you actually do it and stick to it?

Have a safe Memorial Day Weekend.  I am going to do a Double Celebration and celebrate this holiday and my birthday!

4-21-08 Although I was too sick to work out almost all of last week, my daughter kept me fit by chasing her around.  It is very hard to get a lot of calories when you eat clean.  Staying away from processed foods allows you to eat buckets over buckets of veggies, fruit, whole grains and clean proteins.  So, I have been downing lots of protein shakes and am about to boil a 1/2 dozen eggs to help me get some more calories.  This will help me better achieve my goal of sculpting my body and adding some more lean muscle mass.  Last week I must have eaten a crate of apples with organic peanut spread of the halves.Now don't get me wrong.  I am doing about 80/20.  That's 80% clean eating and 20% fun.  The new Vita Splash is working out well.  It has a cool and refreshing taste.  The caffeine gives me a little boost to get my errands done.  You are going to love my new favorite SPICY POPCORN.  Okay, so the concept isn't new but it is my first time trying it.  Popcorn is a great snack if you stay away from all the junk we put on it.  So, pop the corn (whatever makes about 4 cups of popped popcorn) add a 1/2 tablespoon of butter (optional), 1/4 teaspoon of seasalt, 1/8 teaspoon of cracked pepper, and 1/8 of chili pepper (or less.  You can also use Creole Seasoning or Hot Salt).  LOVE IT!!  Spicy food, amongst other benefits, help keep cravings away.  I am Creole so anything spicy has got my attention.

This Weeks Meals:

Tacos- 1lb Ground Turkey or Laura's Lean Beef.  Cook that up with a small can of tomato sauce and 1/2 a packet of taco seasoning.  Serve in whole wheat tortillas or Flat Out Bread with all the veggie and low fat cheese fixins'

Mini Pizzas- Whole Wheat English Muffins topped with 1Tablespoon organic tomato sauce, 2% italian cheese, Fresh chopped basil, and your fave toppings (be sure to use a turkey, organic, vegetarian or nitrate free option if you use pepperoni or sausage)

Crock Pot Fish over Brown Rice- Frozen Tilapia cooks in crock pot with Cilantro Lime Marinade (any brand will do.  Got mine from homemade gourmet) for a few hours, 3-4 1/2 for my size filets.  Serve over brown rice with steamed broccoli

Black Eyed Peas & Spinach-  Crock Pot, again. Black Eye peas cook in crock pot for 6-8 hours with seasonings and turkey bacon (for flavor).  Add frozen spinach block the last hour.  Serve this over brown or wild rice.

DON'T FORGET TO CHECK OUT THE GROCERY SHOPPING TOUR APRIL 30!

4-8-08  This is my first entry in this health and fitness diary.  It's purpose is to be a resource to my clients, friends and other active moms.  You will find my workouts, grocery lists, meal planner, favorite links and activities that keep myself and my family healthy and fit.  I often am asked about my opinion and advice on these topics...so, this will be an easy way to find it.

In February we were honored to be on the cover of Mansfield Magazine.  Since then you guys have been so sweet by sending us congratulatory e-mails and extra copies of the magazine.

This week's family meals:

Crock Pot Garlic and Herb Chicken w/ Cheesy Wild Rice & Spinach- Boneless Skinless chicken of course with Lawry's Marinade, Wild Rice mixed w/ italian shredded cheese & milk, plus steamed spinach with a bit of butter, sea salt and pepper.  Super Easy!

Breakfast For Dinner- A family fave. Cheese Eggs with 2% cheese, organic eggs, and sliced Hormel Natural Turkey...Sliced Apples...Kashi Waffles with light syrup

Organic Burgers w/ Sweet Potato Fries- Laura's Lean Beef Organic Patties with 100% WW Buns, for the fries I boiled sliced sweet potatoes until softened...then drained, sprinkled with sea salt and peper and broiled/baked

Alfredo Chicken, Broccoli & Rice- Organic, Light Alfredo Sauce with baked boneless skinless chicken breast, mixed w/ steamed brocolli.  Bake with wild or brown rice

Spaghetti- Barilla Plus pasta, mushrooms, Laura's Lean Organic Ground Beef, Organic Pasta Sauce with Brocolli (again..I know. It's Jada's Favorite)

Busy Mom's Workout Week-

(other than the workout I get training my clients)

Mon- Circuit Training Legs: alternating high intensity cardio w/ lower body weight training

Tue- Arms (no time for cardio today)

Wed- Back, Abs, Legs & Cardio/Bicycle

Thur- Cardio Boxing