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Happy New Year!

2011-01-02T17:36:00.000-08:00

Well hello everyone and Happy New Year! I hope you all have had a chance to enjoy these holidays with your loved ones. I know I have! With this extended break I'm assuming we have some anxious fitcampers ready to get back into the groove considering all the emails I've been receiving asking when it's time to kick it back into gear. I very excited to announce something that I know a lot of what I call "fitcamp ponderers" will be excited about! On countless occasions I've had people approach me who were curious about FC and really wanted to come, but were letting their fears get the best of them. Fears ranging all over the place from being the oldest one, biggest one, slowest one or even having anxiety of working out in front of what they felt was an audience. Now you Fitcampers know one visit with us and all those fears would be put to rest because of how supportive we all are to one another. However, you'd be surprised on the amount of people who I never had the chance to train based on these worries people have. Soooooo, I came up with something that kind of caters to those with fears in which I have mentioned. Fitcamp is usually a "come as you can" kind of boot camp. Well, no longer is that leash available which in turn you'll thank me for later. It will hold you accountable for what you have already paid for and get you on a more consistent workout routine with less of a choice to show up or not. I'm still doing the same or at least similar workouts however, it is now you and your peers, families, etc. option as to what group you choose to work out with. No more embarrassment for you shy people. =)I'll give you an example:

Shea would like to work out with just herself, her sister in-law and her mom. So Shea would call me and work out a SET WEEKLY TIME to book me for Shea and her family. That time would be penciled out for them alone.

$10 per person per hour session - GROUP
$20 per hour private - SOLO

So it is up to you guys to arrange a group you all are comfortable with and come with the understanding you all rely on each other to be supportive in showing up, and holding one another accountable for getting your monies worth. You guys show up and I'll take care of the hard part =)

It's been a while.....

2010-09-07T15:07:00.000-07:00

It's been a while since I blogged......summer is almost over and now we each have to stop and think....."Did I make my summer goal? Did I fit into those pants, did I actually wear a 2 peice, did I fit into that dress/pants that I promised myself I would?" I pray the answer is YES! And I hope I had something to do with it! Those of you who are with me non-stop I know your answer =) You all look great! Stay motivated and keep pushing and the results will continue to fall off! For those of you who do not have the answers you were hoping to have, I encourage you to come out to FC. Working as hard as we do out at FC really motivates my people to stop eating the bad stuff because when you work THAT hard it's just not worth it to stuff the bad food in after! So start there! Start with a supportive group to reach your goal. I promise....you may hate me during workouts, but in the end, you'll love it. Who hates fitting into your jeans, or feeling comfortable for once, or not running out a breath just going up stairs? I love that! Stay positive and know it's never too late. Message me if you have any questions at all. See you all soon? And ask yourself if you're willing to finally make that change?

AND THE WINNER IS.......!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2010-06-05T08:45:00.000-07:00

#3
-22.4 lbs
-27.5 inches
-9.81% weight loss

#5
-19.2 lbs
-21.5 inches
-10.9% weight loss Mrs. Stephanie WINNER!!!!!!!!!

#13
-1.2 lbs
-9 inches
- .67% weight loss

Well as you can see this was a very close race!!! WOW!! Congrats to Stephanie....LCfitcamps First Biggest Loser! She wins 6 months free training, 5 free private sessions and a gift pack donated by Ms. Tarlese for Verve Energy products. And because second place does not go unnoticed in my books, Mrs. Brandi wins 1 month free as well!! You both deserve it more then you know!!

A huge congrats to you all that stuck to it! You guys have not only proven to me, but most importantly yourself that you can do this! I am so incredibly proud of my fitcampers. You guys make this all more then worth while. I appreciate each and everyone of you. And remember, this contest may be over, but our journey is not! Keep going, keep striving, make that next goal.

Updated Results!!

2010-05-04T20:53:00.001-07:00

As you can see I've only posted those of you who have continuously weighed in and showed up to the majority of the workouts. I am very proud of each and every one of you. Whether you are are near your goal weight or not please pat yourself on the back and stand tall because not all people stuck around to see what they can get out of this contest. Great job! It's not over yet.

#1
-9.8 pounds
-13 inches
-5.48% weight loss

#3
-12.4 pounds
-17 inches
-5.43% weight loss

#5
-19.4 inches
-21 inches
-11.01% weight loss

#13
+.2 pounds
-7 inches
-0.11% weight loss

#15
-.2 pounds
-6 inches
-0.12% weight loss

Week 6 Results!!

2010-04-11T18:52:00.000-07:00

Results are looking good for the 2 still weighing in. You both are doing fantastic!! Keep it up! And for the rest of you MIA's weigh ins are very important during this process not to mention showing up for workouts! Stay motivated...you CAN do this!!

Remember these results are based off of your initial weigh in

#1
-5.6
-11.5 inches
-3.13% body fat Yipeeeeeeeeeee!

#2
- 3.4 lbs OLD RESULTS
- 15 inches
- 2.00% body fat

#3
- 6.4 lbs OLD RESULTS
- 13 inches
- 2.80% body fat

#4
+ .2 lbs OLD RESULTS
- 5.5 inches
+ 1.08% body fat

#5
-13.8 lbs
-18 inches
-7.8% body fat Waaaaahoooooooooo!!

#6
Hasn't weighed back in

#7
Hasn't weighed back in

#8
- 3.8 lbs OLD RESULTS
- 12.5 inches
- 2.77 % body fat

#9
+ 2.4lbs OLD RESULTS
- 5.5 inches
+ 1.23%

#10
- 1.8 lbs OLD RESULTS
- 7 inches
- 1.11% body fat

#11
-1.8 lbs OLD RESULTS
-14.5 inches
-.92% body fat

#12
- 2.0 lbs OLD RESULTS
- 12.5 inches
- 1.00% body fat

#13
+ 2.2 lbs OLD RESULTS
- 6.0 inches
+ 1.11% body fat

#14
Hasn't weighed back in

#15
- 3 lbs OLD RESULTS
- 8 inches
- 1.79% body fat

#16
-6.6 lbs OLD RESULTS
-3.5 inches
-3.04% body fat

Bringing a friend? Keep your fee!

2010-04-07T10:28:00.000-07:00

For the month of April I'm really trying to help those in need to get into shape for those summer bods we all are striving to get. Summer is right around the corner! Which means, shorts, tanks, and dan-dan-DAN!!!!!!!!!! Swim suits! If you're afraid of those words, join us at fitcamp for a start to a new you. A healthier you! April is the last month before my one year anniversary of fitcamp!!! Wow! What an amazing experience this all has been! Thank you all for making this such an awesome year! For the month of April and May each time you bring a friend you pay no fee!!! So bring one each time and you'll never pay! Now I don't know about you, but I can say about everyone I know wants to be in better shape so just getting your friends and family out there is the challenge. Be that inspirational person in your loved ones lives and drag them out to fitcamp. You'll benefit from free-bees and they will love you for introducing them to a funfilled workout program that wants to grow! Let's work together and make this happen....make 2010 the year fitcamp blows up!

Uh hum!!!!

2010-04-06T08:04:00.001-07:00

Uh Hum!!!!!!......I repeat we're back! So where y'all been? We went from an average of 30-40 people a session to about 5. Boo! What happened? I received so many countless emails on how excited you guys were to return. Did you guys get spooked? Gain? Get comfortable on that couch? Either way excuses got me no where but on a surgery table and I KNOW you guys don't wanna end up there....so lets make this week a new beginning (again) and start together. Have faith you can do it and will do it. I'm here for all of you any time you need me. If your uncomfortable working out in a group call me for a private. One way or another we're gonna do this...together =) Look forward to seeing all your faces!!

And We're Back!!!!

2010-03-29T10:19:00.000-07:00

Reminder....we're back and going full force this Thursday. I've missed you all so much I can't wait to see your results and faces!!!!!!!!!!!!! Be sure to check out the new time! See you ALL Thursday!!

Change in Plans

2010-03-10T14:47:00.000-08:00

Well as most of you all know....I'm sick. Very sick. Sometimes we all think, "well isn't this just my luck!" But really girls...Isn't this just my luck! Who other then me would start a new job, a fitness contest and end up getting not only strep throat, but Mono on top of it all? As I spoke with my doctor and several other friends who've had mono before the key word was "rest." My automatic reaction was, "I can't rest! I have too much to do! Work, train, family, trips planned, etc." I don't have a choice to slow it down!!" But then the husband stepped in and asked what i thought about postponing fitcamp to resume in April and move the contest out for an additional month so you all get what you so much deserve. Girls, as much as I HATE to do this to each of you I'm going to have to. I definitely can not work out and even if I went there to instruct I wouldn't be getting the proper rest I've been ordered to take.

So to make it more clear....no fitcamp for the month of March. We will start again Thursday, April 1st.

As far as the BL contest goes.... I'd be happy to push it out another month which would give the ending date a new date of June 1ST.

As frustrated as I am with this having to happen I was forced to look at the positive which is....to see how many of you are serious about changing your lives. Who is going to come back on April 1st more in shape and 5 pounds less? Who is going to continue going to the gym, going for runs, doing a video at home, and continuing eating not good, BUT great? Those who stick to it are really ready to change their life and not put all this hard work to shame. This will be a true test for each of you individually. To see if you can do it on your own for a few measly weeks. It's all I ask of you and then it's back to normal with my training you all curse me for under your breath. =) I love all of you and believe in each person whether they've come out just once or every time. Please keep yourself accountable. If you work out with me Tuesday, Thursday Saturday....THEN KEEP DOING IT!!! Same time same place....meet as a group if you'd like and hold each other accountable.

So I'll close with a sincere apology on how truly sorry I am for having to do this. But as each person has told me it's health first. For anyone who feels they would like a refund for the BL Contest, please do not hesitate to ask me (privately). I'd be happy to give it back due to the circumstances.

So with this....I've posted new results.....and put up the schedule for April 1st and on.

See all your bright shining faces then. Keep up the intense killer workouts!! YOU CAN DO IT! MMMWWWAA!!

BL Week 4 results!

2010-02-28T19:46:00.000-08:00

Remember these results are based off of your initial weigh in

#1
-1.2
-9.5 inches
-.67% body fat

#2
-.4 lbs
- 7.5 inches
- 0.23% body fat

#3
- 6.4 lbs
- 13 inches
- 2.80% body fat

#4
+ .2 lbs
- 5.5 inches
+ 1.08% body fat

#5
-7.4 lbs
-13.5 inches
-4.20% body fat

#6
Hasn't weighed back in (where r u??)

#7
Hasn't weighed back in (where r u ??)

#8
- 3.8 lbs
- 12.5 inches
- 2.77 % body fat

#9
+ 2.4lbs
- 5.5 inches
+ 1.23%

#10
- 2.8 lbs
- 6.5 inches
- 1.73% body fat

#11
-1.8 lbs
-13.5 inches
-.92% body fat

#12
-2 lbs
-13.5 inches
-1.00% body fat

#13
- 1.6 lbs
- 4.5 inches
- 0.89% body fat

#14
Has not weighed back in (where r u??)

#15
Has not weighed back in (where r u??)

#16
-6.6 lbs (first week mind you!!)
-3.5 inches
-3.04% body fat

BL Week 3 Results

2010-02-20T19:59:00.000-08:00

THESE RESULTS REFLECT OFF OF THE INITIAL WEIGH IN NUMBERS, NOT LAST WEEKS....

#1
- 3 lbs
- 7.5 inches
- 1.68% body fat

#2
-.4 lbs
- 7.5 inches
- 0.23% body fat

#3
- 6.4 lbs
- 13 inches!!!!!!
- 2.80% body fat

#4
+ .2 lbs
- 5.5 inches
+ 1.08% body fat

#5
- 6.7 lbs
- 12.5 inches!!!!
- 3.80%

#6
Hasn't weighed back in

#7
Hasn't weighed back in

#8
- 3.8 lbs
- 12.5 inches!!!!
- 2.77 % body fat

#9
+ 2.4lbs
- 5.5 inches
+ 1.23%

#10
- 2.8 lbs
- 6.5 inches
- 1.73% body fat

#11
- 1.2 lbs
- 13.5 inches!!!!
- 0.62% body fat

#12
+ 2 lbs
- 8 inches
+ 0.99% body fat

#13
- 1.6 lbs
- 4.5 inches
- 0.89% body fat

#14
Hasn't weighed back in

#15
Hasn't weighed back in

#16
Just joined and I got a good feeling!!!

LC's Biggest Loser Contest!!!

2010-01-06T14:33:00.000-08:00

Alright fitcampers.....Brand new to LCfitcamp we now have a competition that will take place starting February 2nd, 2010. LCfitcamp's Biggest Loser Competition! We will be starting a month from now to give all you newbee's a chance to see what this program is all about and get those muscles used to what they are about to endure. This competition will not be for everyone. All of you are in this program for different reasons: losing weight, toning up, health issues, baby weight, back problems, etc. But I invite all of you who are interested in becoming the Biggest Loser to push yourself and make this interesting and fun!!. This will be judged off of pounds & inches lost. Motivation, attitude, attendance and all around improvement will also be taken into consideration. This is the time people that everything entering your mouth will count! Cheating will show up on the scale! I am not around to see what choices you make when you are not at fitcamp, but what I can do is implement a competition to help you make better choices through out your day in order to succeed. This is the time when those miles ran on your day off counts! Remember, winning is not the only success to get out of this. Discipline is #1!

The competition details:

*Starting date: February 2nd
*Ending date: May 1st
*$20 flat rate to enter the contest
*Weigh-ins: Every Saturday morning after fitcamp
*Each contestant will be given a number to keep it confidential
*By number, weekly results will be posted on the blog to see where you sit in the competition
*Work outs will intensify and I will be harder on you because I know you can do it.
In other words.....no more excuses! I will squeeze results out of this 3 months.
*$1 due for each pound gained during the duration of the contest only. These dollars will go into a pot for the winner of the competition. This will hold you all accountable for what you're eating.
*And the best part.....WINNER gets 6 month free training, 5 free private sessions, and the pot of cash for pounds gained!

I encourage all of you to challenge yourself and do this with me. Strive for the impossible. You've got nothing to lose but pounds! So let's do this together!

Please email me or message me on facebook for more details: lynnettecarrillo@gmail.com

Good luck to each and every one of you!

New Year....now stick to it!

2009-12-28T14:26:00.000-08:00

How many times have we (widely including myself) said "this year, I'm loosing "x" amount of pounds so I can look good for summer." Notice I asked if you "said" it and not "did" it. LOL. I've done this countless times and let me tell you.....I failed. I always compare working out to going to church. We feel so good when we go, but it's getting there and staying there and making it part of out routine. Working out feels good...listening to the Word feels good.....so why is this so hard for us to keep at? Quit with the I'm going to start on Monday talk and start now, today. 2010 has a ring to it. So let's make this LCfitcamp year of success for each one of us in our own individual ways. Whether it's toning up, loosing pounds, inches, or just getting into shape. Let's be successful and not add another year of pounds. For all of you who were with me and used to be on fire with motivation and may have lost that flame. Ya, you know who you are....Don't take what you may think is the easy way out by putting your health on the back burner. Do what it takes which is motivation, discipline, and determination. Make sure you have support and believe it or not your motivation will drive others to change their lifestyle as well. It's a domino effect. I give you my word to make the change and life will happen in a different view. A happier healthier one. And from experience it's awesome.

True Meaning of Christmas

2009-12-15T08:23:00.000-08:00

I found this and thought I'd share as a friendly reminder that chirstmas is not about who go the best gift, who's stocking was stuffed the most, how many days we get off of work, but for the following:

True Meaning of Christmas

Just a week before Christmas I had a visitor. This is how it happened. I just finished the household chores for the night and was preparing to go to bed, when I heard a noise in the front of the house. I opened the door to the front room and to my surprise, Santa himself stepped out next to the fireplace.

"What are you doing?" I started to ask. The words choked up in my throat and I saw he had tears in his eyes. His usual jolly manner was gone. Gone was the eager, boisterous soul we all know. He then answered me with a simple statement . . .

"TEACH THE CHILDREN!" I was puzzled. What did he mean? He anticipated my question and with one quick movement brought forth a miniature toy bag from behind the tree. As I stood bewildered, Santa said, "Teach the children!

Teach them the old meaning of Christmas. The meaning that now-a-days Christmas has forgotten. "Santa then reached in his bag and pulled out a FIR TREE and placed it before the mantle. "Teach the children that the pure green color of the stately fir tree remains green all year round, depicting the everlasting hope of mankind, all the needles point heavenward, making it a symbol of man's thoughts turning toward heaven."

He again reached into his bag and pulled out a brilliant STAR. "Teach the children that the star was the heavenly sign of promises long ago. God promised a Savior for the world, and the star was the sign of fulfillment of His promise."

He then reached into his bag and pulled out a CANDLE. "Teach the children that the candle symbolizes that Christ is the light of the world, and when we see this great light we are reminded of He who displaces the darkness."

Once again he reached into his bag and removed a WREATH and placed it on the tree. "Teach the children that the wreath symbolizes the real nature of love. Real love never ceases. Love is one continuous round of affection."

He then pulled from his bag an ORNAMENT of himself. "Teach the children that I, Santa Claus, symbolize the generosity and good will we feel during the month of December."

He then brought out a HOLLY LEAF. "Teach the children that the holly plant represents immortality. It represents the crown of thorns worn by our Savior. The red holly berries represent the blood shed by Him.

Next he pulled from his bag a GIFT and said, "Teach the children that God so loved the world that he gave his begotten son." Thanks be to God for his unspeakable gift.

Santa then reached in his bag and pulled out a CANDY CANE and hung it on the tree. "Teach the children that the candy cane represents the shepherds' crook. The crook on the staff helps to bring back strayed sheep to the flock. The candy cane is the symbol that we are our brother's keeper."

He reached in again and pulled out an ANGEL. "Teach the children that it was the angels that heralded in the glorious news of the Savior's birth. The angels sang Glory to God in the highest, on earth peace and good will toward men."

Suddenly I heard a soft twinkling sound, and from his bag he pulled out a BELL,. "Teach the children that as the lost sheep are found by the sound of the bell, it should ring mankind to the fold. The bell symbolizes guidance and return.

Santa looked back and was pleased. He looked back at me and I saw that the twinkle was back in his eyes. He said, "Remember, teach the children the true meaning of Christmas and do not put me in the center, for I am but a humble servant of the One that is, and I bow down to worship him, our LORD, our GOD."

It's been a while....

2009-11-09T09:12:00.001-08:00

Hello fitcamp world! I know it's been a while since I've updated. Things are continuing to go great!! We have grown as atheletes in my little circle of fitcampers. I now have dedicated marathon runners, inches falling off left and right, and I've witnessed some determined people show up for fitcamp in rain storms. Talk about rain or shine!! Coming up we have the Toys 4 Tots 5k sponsered by my employer Pelco. I encourage you all to please run this with us. I also encourage all you non-fitcampers to join us at the marathon. 30-40 minutes of your time to run for a great cause.....that's all it takes. The impact it has on children is amazing and so worth our time. So please come join us whether you are a fitcamper or not. I have the registration forms and will be bringing them with me to fitcamp each night. I say we have a little party, get our T-shirts and decorate them with FITCAMPERS artwork all over it while munching on appetizers at my house. Sound good?? As always I thank you all for your support. It's something I'm so thankful I followed my heart on because now I've learned SO much, gained great friends, and look forward to each meeting we have. You guys are so great!

Holiday Fun Run

2009-10-06T10:52:00.000-07:00

The web site is www.pelco.com/tft and there will be updates soon so that people can register online, donate online, and sign up to volunteer online. We'll go live sometime this month. We are starting things off that morning with the kids races, then the 5K at 8:20am and the 2 mile walk/run at 8:30am

Shawna Kilbert 5k Run

2009-09-21T10:48:00.000-07:00

As most of you know, my fitcampers and I ran the 5k this past Saturday in honor of Shawna Kilbert. The out reach was amazing to see, as so many people showed up to support loved ones whether they are fighting a battle, lost a battle, or beat the battle against cervical cancer. The positivity was pouring out and just the whole atmosphere of the event itself was so uplifting. I'm so glad I participated in this run so thank you Shea-ster for getting me involved! On another positive note I can't thank my fitcampers enough for doing this with me!!! I can't believe we all finished in under 35 minutes!! Are you kidding me???!!! Talk about fantastic! Simply blew me away! All day I kept saying how proud I was of you all. I have pictures of each and every one of you crossing that finish line and you all looked so proud of yourselves. You should be! I hope you guys are getting as much out of this fitcamp as I am. I get motivation through each one of you, I get a new outlook on life, health, fitness, and will to succeed. You guys are truly awesome! Good job and congrats to each one of you for finishing your first 5k! You guys rock!

Own that compliment!!

2009-09-16T07:55:00.000-07:00

Good morning all! We'll my first marathon is fast approaching and I must admit I'm a bit nervous! My goal is to finish without walking. Yikes, I hope I can do that. Regardless, I wanted to take a moment and truly thank all of my friends, fitcampers, and co-workers who volunteered to run/walk for this great cause. I even got my husband and little boy to do it with me!! My little one has been saying, "I want to go exercise mommy! I have to run!" So at the wee age of 4 there he was last night running 3/4 mile without stopping with Daddy. I definitely have a little athlete on my hands. Last night my fitcampers and I ran......a lot! I wanted to get a timed mile for my girls so they kind of know what to expect time wise on Saturday with the 5k. After talking with the girls I realized its so funny how things work and how our lives are so different but oh so alike. We sat there sharing stories of what we feel like when we look in the mirror or a simple reflection. What we go through each morning trying to find something to wear....you know, comparing our insecurities and how we handle them. As I sat there listening I realized that I have even more in common then I thought I did with these amazing ladies. I can not wait for the day to hear each of them one by one start to say that they LOVE how they feel, LOVE who they are, and LOVE how they look inside and then out. I noticed that when someone had paid all of them a great compliment not one thought it was true. A co-worker saw us working out the day before and commented that she'd be intimidated going out to fitcamp because everyone was skinny. When I told the girls what she had said I think one even said, "She must have not looked close enough."Own that compliment ladies!! Next time something like that happens I want you guys to say, "wow, thank you....I'm trying and working really hard." You guys are all working so hard to reach your individual goals and you deserve to be given credit. You all are gorgeous and have a huge heart to share. So is this a deal? Will you own that compliment when someone pays it to you?

Lend a hand

2009-09-02T10:56:00.000-07:00

I'm so excited that Pelco has volunteered to help me promote my fit camp! With 2500 + -employees here I can only imagine the response! I can't wait to see who comes out and at least gives it a shot. I am being given the opportunity to speak at our running clinic here and hope to be involved in so much more to promote health and wellness. I know I seem to repeat this over and over, but it is just so mind blowing that I've been blessed with this. I still can't wrap my brain around the fact that God has such a good (tricky) personality taking my biggest struggle and reason of pure and utter depression and He turned it into something amazing. Goes to show that He has a reason for everything....even what you think you can't handle. I gave my whole self to Him in this battle......& I wish I would have done that in the first place long ago....but don't we all wish that right? It's taught me how great it feels to help others. Seeing my girls faces in pain is not the best looks.....lol...but hearing you guys be proud of yourselves is undescribable. I encourage all you guys to do something to give yourselves the same feeling.....whether it's holding the door for someone, smiling, buying the persons lunch in back of you, volunteer work, etc. I promise it's much more fulfilling then sitting behind a desk.

Snake!!!!!!!!

2009-08-25T07:20:00.000-07:00

From the schedule being screwy, to moans and growns, not being able to walk, to snakes.....you name it, it's happened this week in fitcamp. But, I love the fact that we are all able to laugh and have a good time each and everytime we go out there. Let's see, what have I been called this week?......Satin, evil, crazy, and they definetly think there is a screw loose.....lol. No, but really we've had fun right girls? Funny story, so we are running Death Hill at Woodward last night. Each girl is trying their best to make it up without stopping. I was leading the pack when I think to myself, "I'm gonna go help out those in the back." Thank the Lord Jesus I thought that!!! Next thing I know Traci's high pitch scream beltches out and I see Raquel racing down the mountain at lightening speed in a full blown sprint!!!! Girls and arms flyin' everywhere! What the heck happened?? What happened was Carolina says, "What is that?" and as Jen looks down and jumps over it they realize it's a flippin' snake!!!!! OMG! If that would have been me, I'd literally have passed out! It was probably about 2-3 feet long and black and white stripped. YUCK! So that's my funny story. So now, when I need the girls to pick it up a notch.....I'm going to yell....SNAKE!!!!!!

Just to keep in mind.....

2009-08-11T14:30:00.001-07:00

I have been receiving some questions as to what we "target" on any given day.....keep in mind that Woodward is a LOT of cardio.....you will be pooped, but it's so worth it because our bodies need that! As far as the days at the smaller parks go, it's more toning that we concentrate on mixed with cardio. Full body targeting! Both very enjoyable and challenging. I hope that clears up the questions I was getting. Remember Toning+Cardio+ weights= fantastic results....but it's up to you to change your eating habits. See you all very soon!!

Start Together, Finish Together

2009-07-30T09:35:00.000-07:00

So we are a few weeks into fitcamp and I've never had so much fun in my life. I'm excited to say I've also had several men join me and it's so great to see husbands and wives/ boyfriends and girlfriends do this challenge together as a team! Support only makes you stronger. The people I'm meeting have been so amazing. Each person sharing their story is motivation to not only others, but myself included. This week was a very interesting week for me. I was contacted by people that I NEVER thought I'd hear from.....amazing what God can do if you let him use you. But I also learned when you follow your dream.....your purpose.....you tend to hit bumps in the road. I hit a big one just yesterday. Whether it's people trying to hold you back, people who may have bad intentions, or someone simply not who you thought they were, in the end I hope all of you out there have nothing but support in your goals and I hope people believe in you. The good WILL outweigh the bad because you have faith. Other then that, I have about 12 new people that joined me this week. I hope all of you enjoyed yourself even after all the sweat, soreness, and vomit....lol! You guys are amazing me every day. I walked into the office at daycare the other day and Monica, my son's daycare administrator was doing her what I call "Happy dance" saying, "look at me, look at me!!" as she showed me her waist band loose already after 3 workouts with me. She's eating great and changing her life and I'll take seeing that happy dance any day over a good movie! lol! So for those of you who have made it out there already I congratulate you for taking the first step. I appreciate the good word you are spreading about me and my fitcamp and can't wait to see where this takes us. We will start together and finish together. =) That's a promise.

Thank you!

2009-07-29T10:23:00.000-07:00

I just wanted to say a quick "thank you" to everyone out there supporting me in this workout program. Support is just fuel to the fire and this is going so perfectly! People are contacting me just from word of mouth.....some I never knew until now and some from way back in the day. I find everyone has their own story to tell and learning about all of you is so fulfilling. So thank you all for joining me and spreading such a kind word about me and my want to help others. On another note.....as you know we switched work out locations. Woodward was amazing in my eyes, but not all were a fan. LOL you know who you are!! The others loved it! Nothing like hills, major running, and getting dirty and stuck on top of the hill. However, each person did so amazing! Pushing themselves to the limit, jumping back in to join us when they could, and really giving it their all. That is what I love to see because it means you want it! For all of you who have contacted me and want to join I encourage you to not "want" to join, but to JOIN once and for all. I think we all can agree it's fun and you meet new people everytime. We have every height, weight, in shape, outta shape, type of person out there. So joining now is a perfect time. If you have any questions at all feel free to contact me on facebook under Lynnette Carrillo, email at lynnnette.carrillo@pelco.com or call me 978-2614. I look forward to this each day as it continues to grow by the second. See you soon!!

In The Palm Of My Hand

2009-07-24T07:54:00.000-07:00

How's it going....um GREAT!!! Never in a million years did I expect this workout group I've started to take off so quickly in a matter of less then two weeks. Thankful, happy, excited, all of these words don't do justice to how this makes me feel. I've had so many people reaching out to my group asking how they can improve their lifestyle, their health, their well being inside and out. That was all I wanted and now it's in the palm of my hand to make these individuals change the way they think and perform. Already peoples comments have hit home with me. Big time!! I know all to well what weight, size or simply being out of shape can do to someone. Comments like "I don't want to look silly if I can't keep up," "I don't want to be the fat one out there," "I'm not going, I had a bad day." Boy do I know what is behind those comments. Girls, it's not worth it. I did that for four years and all that attitude did was hold me back year after year. Now back to the positive......!!!! I literally lost count in how many contacts I have received through the blog, facebook and phone calls. I'd guess in the past week over 20 have joined. I average about 6-7 people per workout, but that is not a limit so let's make that number bigger together!! I have to share what Lupe Carrasco's daughter said about me after workout...."I can be a best friend or a worst enemy." I seem to hear this a lot lately....lol. But you guys love me right? RIGHT!!!?? A large portion of the questions I get are what exactly do we do in each workout? I really don't like to tell but, I'm a huge beleiver in cardio, so there WILL be running, stairs, things of that nature. I also highly believe in full body work outs rather then...let do arms today and legs tomorrow. Not to say I don't pin point areas, but all and all each time expect a full body work out. My ladies have had no choice but to learn to love red cups right girls? lol And if you're reading this having no idea what I'm talking about when I say red cups.....I challenge you to come find out. At the end of the day, I've fallen in love with life again because of all you out there that are allowing me to shine light on what you and I both have struggled with. Thank you to each and everyone of you again and i hope to meet more of you as the weeks go on. God Bless~

The beginning....

2009-07-20T09:19:00.000-07:00

All my life I have been an athlete. Softball, volleyball, weight training... you name it, I've done it. I've always had a slight obsession with being fit, but later in life it became something else. More about image then what's on the inside. I can't say I was proud of who I became at all. The hardest time I've ever had in life was from about year 2003-2007. I lost myself and I can tell you right now I wouldn't wish what I went through upon my worst enemy. At the time, I was dating and living with my husband Matt. Bless his heart for sticking by me through that time. I went from being in the best shape I've ever been in, to gaining a quick 30 pounds all the way up to 180. Now, for a 5 ft. 3 inch girl who wasn't used to this weight, it sent me over the edge and into a depression I went. The sad part about it was that, looking back, I should have been enjoying life since I was still young with little responsibility and madly in love. But I was sick and continuously obsessing over loosing weight. The one thing I ask for all of you taking the time to read this is to never let yourself get lost in what other people look like compared to you, never let your addictions come before your happiness, family and faith, and always remember you can do what seems to be impossible. A long story short my depression and battle went on for years. Then in 2006, I found out I was pregnant!! Oh boy what a surprise! But what a blessing. The moment I found out I can remember like yesterday. My best friend Jamie and I standing in the bathroom of my apartment staring at a very obvious plus sign crying. I remember feeling a quick sense of complete panic and then I felt God's hand on me telling me it's in His plan and everything would be ok. Jaden was the answer to my prayers. I used to pray, "please get this weight off of me and let me be skinny!" But once Jaden came I began to pray, "Thank you Lord for what you've blessed me with and please let me feel peace." I think that's why I loved pregnancy so much. I felt beautiful and peaceful the whole way through. Which is why Jaden is named what he is: Jaden (God heard us) Matthew (gift of God) Carrillo. Meaning: God heard us calling and gave us a gift....an answer. Jaden is my little blessing and I will forever remember that. Now, with being pregnant I went up to 220 pounds. Yes, I know....I can't believe I'm writing that to share with the world either. 8 weeks after having Jaden I joined a body boot camp through Alice 96.7 and met a very passionate group of people. After a couple years of training I was getting no where......I'd loose a few and then get comfortable and gain it back. It was a constant cycle. In 2007 I decided to get GBS which forever changed my life. Did I ever think at 25 years old that would be happening to me? Never! But it was a hard choice that I am so glad I made. So far I've lost 85 pounds and I'm at a very healthy 137 pounds as we speak. 7 more pounds to go and I'm happy.....17 and I'm on top of the world. Either way, I now feel it's time to give back with what I've learned through my journey with battling this inside and out. I was finally blessed with what I had been praying for all along and now I want to share and bless others and lend a hand just as all the other trainers and influences had done for me. I started training with my main gal....Mrs. Shea Leider. She has done amazing training with me and I am so glad she has been brought into my life because she is what you call a motivated just all around good person. I have several others that have been coming to the fit camp and all of them are so awesome, each having a different story and goal. I'm thankful for each and every person who comes out and attempts to make a change. I hope you guys know how truly passionate about this I am. So thank you all for helping me fulfill my dream.