Snap Fitness Avon News & Tips!: Results

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Wednesday, May 1, 2013

IMPORTANT CHANGES AND WEEKLY CLUB NEWS!!

Hellooooo Snap Avon!

It's a BEAUTIFUL Tuesday outside and I hope you are enjoying every minute of it! I sure am! I spent hours this afternoon distributing flyers around town about our fantastic FREE Silver Sneakers program we have going on at the club...so I got to enjoy a bit of sun myself. HOWEVER...we ALL still need the strength training so I hope to see you power up some weight this week in the gym :)

Now for this week's updates:

1. ***CHANGE IN WEDNESDAY'S YOGA CLASS TIME*** Yoga with Katey has been moved to 5pm on Wednesdays effective IMMEDIATELY. So again, tomorrow's yoga class will now be BEFORE bootcamp at 5pm. Hope to see you there!

2. The water fountain was fixed this weekend by our very own MacGyver and club trainer, Katey! I'm beginning to think Katey can do anything. She even figured out how to unlock the men's bathroom door yesterday that somehow got locked from the inside out (really guys? what are you doing in there? LOL).

3. As much as I love the quiet mornings at the club when I train myself, I would like to promote use of the club in the early mornings. We have showers and plenty of cardio equipment just waiting for YOU. Best part -- workout is DONE and OVER WITH early so you can just carry on with the day. SOOOOO - anyone that comes in from 6am to 10am a minimum of 10 times per month will get 10% off their dues in the following month!

4. The Meat House Menu launches on May 10th (copy of menu attached)!!! Sorry to Snap Head Trainer Brian for calling the Meat House and ordering the "Back Day Burger Wrap" yesterday only for the person on the phone to say "Um. Do you know you called The Meat House?" LOL! Matt and Rich at The Meat House just need a little time to get all the employees on board so thank you for your patience.

5. Thank you to the person that left me feedback looking for more male dominated magazines. I left a Car and Driver magazine along with some Travel, and Travel & Leisure magazines for you. Your feedback is always welcome.

6. The latest issue of Natural Nutmeg hit the newsstands today with my recipe article for "chicken tacos with romaine shells!" Copies are at the club. Attached is a photo collage Jessica made :)

7. Lastly - check out the incredible 8 week transformation by our club member Mike Russo -- 58 years young and NO CHANGE to his workouts...ONLY nutrition (photo attached). I can't stress how important nutrition is - how nutrition IS the MAGIC in all this - and how it doesn't have to be difficult. I'm happy to meet with every one of you to get you started on your own life change.

All for this week --- hope you are ROCKING your week and I look forward to seeing you at the club!!

....and remember- I'm always listening.

Michele Welcome
Snap Fitness Avon, Owner

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Friday, April 19, 2013

Introducing Jesse's Journey!

Jesse Is On His Way!!

Snap Fitness Avon is excited to announce that Jesse Pellegatto has decided to start a fitness journey with the help of our club! Jesse has already candidly started blogging about his experience on his new Facebook page entitled “Jesse’s Journey,” which can be found by clicking this link: www.facebook.com/jessesjourney2013 . Jesse is not a big fan of working out, so any and all cheers and messages of encouragement will be greatly appreciated by him as he works hard in the club to make fitness part of his lifestyle. Below is Jesse's first post this week which helps you get to know Jesse a little bit and better understand where he is coming from:

“Hi there, I'm Jesse. I have almost always been a bigger guy. 6'4" and 265lbs is about where I have been for the last few years. I pretty much hate to exercise and like my beer and a good meal. Funny thing is, my wife is a Professional Figure Competitor and has been in the health and nutrition game for over 10 years. They do say opposites attract LOL. As she competes and goes through her inevitable show prep and a more strict diet, I follow along and start eating healthier. I lose a little bit of weight going into a show as well. But once the show was over for me, I always "binge". I am sure anyone who has struggled with staying fit can understand that one. You go along the week, eating well and BAM a surprise party comes for your good friend on a Wednesday. You say, well, it's a party, I'll have a drink or 2 and maybe some cake. Then the next day comes and you think, well, I already blew my diet for the week and hey, it's Thursday, why don't I grab dinner out, oooh, the desert looks great too. Before I know it I am eating big meals, drinks and deserts daily and packing on the pounds. Well, the Yo Yo dieting has got to end. It effects my mental state, obviously my physical state and is basically just a nuisance to live that way. I am sick of feeling like I am at the mercy of my cravings and would like to be on a more even keel. Well, what do you know, my wife just took over SNAP Fitness in Avon CT, so now I have 0 excuses right! That's it, I am going to put my best foot forward and dedicate my energy to a healthier and more muscular self. Follow me on my journey as I Train, Eat (and Complain) my way to a better me!”

As you can see Jesse has committed to making a lifestyle change, and will be working hard in the coming months to improve his health and fitness. To do so, he will be utilizing both the the 5am-12am access to the club and the personal training staff at Snap Fitness for his workouts. So far Jesse completed his fitness assessment with head trainer Brian Szmigiel and attended 3 personal training sessions this week with Brian, Tynan Santana, and Katey Hurley. You can view pictures and his thoughts on his first full week on his Facebook page. Also on his to-do list is a healthy and nutritious diet that will focus on whole foods, consistency, and plenty of variety. Jesse will be getting help on meal choices by utilizing the Snap Fitness “Michele Approved” menus at La Trattoria (dinner), The Village Cafe and Bistro (breakfast), Deepwater Seafood (lunch), and coming next week at The Meat House Avon (lunch). Jesse will also be using Isagenix, an all-natural organic solution to overall wellness that addresses nutritional deficiencies and is also backed by SCIENCE. We are all proud of Jesse for giving Snap Fitness the opportunity to use all of our tools to help him reach is fitness goals. Stay tuned to both Jesse's Journey on Facebook and how about giving us a "LIKE" on Facebook at www.facebook.com/snapfitnessavonct as well.

GO JESSE GO!

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Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Personal Trainer Biography: Katey Hurley

Phone: 860-581-4014

Email: avonct@snapfitness.com

I graduated from the University of Connecticut with a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences and a minor in Nutrition for Exercise and Sport. I am a Certified Personal Trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and a Certified Silver Sneakers Instructor through Healthways.

For the past two years I have been working as a Health Fitness Specialist for corporate wellness companies at Duracell Global Headquarters, General Electric and MetLife Insurance. Here I gained experience in individual and small group personal training as well as experience teaching ten different styles of group exercise classes. In addition to corporate fitness, I was also a group exercise instructor for faculty members at UConn.

I truly believe the key to personal success and happiness is through the establishment of healthy lifestyle habits. I strive to practice what I preach by leading an active lifestyle outside of work. I played on the UConn Women’s Club Volleyball team during my collegiate career and continue to play in leagues around CTI have participated in Spartan Races (obstacle mud runs) and am currently training for my first half marathon! I have a very competitive nature and am always trying to improve myself in both mind and body.

Areas of focus:

- One-on-one personal training

- Small group personal training

- Group exercise instruction:
- Total Body Conditioning
- Yoga Stretch
- Silver Sneakers MSROM

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(860) 581-4014

Monday, April 8, 2013

Club Owner Biography: Michele Welcome

Phone: 860-581-4014
Email: michele@michelewelcome.com

Michele Welcome is the new owner of Snap Fitness Avon, and she is a driven entrepreneur with 13 years of experience in accounting and real estate. She is also an 11 year veteran of bodybuilding/figure competitions with professional status in THREE organizations. Michele’s motto is “Eat Lean Train Clean” and her passion in life is to encourage others to train naturally and consistently for year round total body health. Michele, who lives in Canton with her husband, is committed to helping Snap Fitness members achieve their health and wellness goals.

In addition to her competition history Michele holds both Bachelor and Master Degrees in Accounting. She has worked as both an Insurance Tax Accountant and a Portfolio Accountant. She has also worked as an exclusive in-home certified personal trainer, and co-host of The Body Shop radio show in Norwalk, CT.
Michele’s current work positions include Realtor with Avon’s William Raveis Real Estate; Fitness, Nutrition, & Training Coach (and soon to be Central CT Ambassador) with world renowned competition prep company Cathy Savage Fitness; and Director of U.S. and International Sales with the supplement company, API. Michele will be competing professionally in June 2013 in Miami in the Figure Universe competition and regularly blogs about her year-round fitness journey at http://blog.michelewelcome.com and on her Facebook athlete page: www.facebook.com/FigureProMicheleWelcome

Michele plans to distinguish, grow, and expand the services offered at Snap Fitness to create an environment dedicated to helping members reach their fitness and wellness goals – regardless of their fitness level.

Snap Fitness Avon Connecticut

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Club Manager Biography: Jessica Bergen

Hello Everyone!

I am happy to be a member of the staff here at Snap Fitness in Avon, CT! I am here to answer any questions that you may have about the club, offer personal training services, and ensure that you are always having a positive experience here at Snap!

I have a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science from Skidmore College, and I am currently pursuing a Master of Science in Exercise Science (Sport & Exercise Psychology) from Springfield College.

I believe in the benefits of an active and healthy lifestyle, and when I am not at the gym, I am busy playing for my adult club field hockey team and coaching field hockey at Westfield State University! I am very familiar with the Snap Fitness franchise, so please do not hesitate to contact me! I'll be at the desk!

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Jessica's Personal Training Biography

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Personal Trainer Biography - Brian Szmigiel

Phone: 860-581-4014
Email: bodymechanicspt@gmail.com

Head of personal training at Snap Fitness Avon in Avon, CT.

Experienced in helping exercisers of all levels and ages reach their fitness goals in a fun and comfortable environment.

Personal Trainer since 2008

Education:
Holyoke Community College - Health/Fitness and Pharmacy
American International College - Physical Therapy (undergrad)

Certifications:
Certified Personal Trainer
AFAA
IFA
CPR/AED

Areas of Focus:
One on One Personal Training
Small Group Training
Boot Camps

See what Brian's clients have to say about his training:
"Brian is terrific. He does an excellent job creating challenging workout routines that get results!"
~Lauren Garlett

“I have been training with Brian for seven months. Prior to that I relied solely on cardio for my results. Although weightloss was great at first with cardio, one year later the plateau was difficult to break through. With Brian's guidance I not only broke through the plateau phase, but I also lost inches and dropped two dress sizes bringing me closer to my goal. The response from friends and family was amazing ! Now I am able to lift cars ! Do yourself a favor and let Brian take your fitness goals to the next level.”
~Rita Luongo

“Brian you’re a really good trainer and have a perfectly friendly personality which is excellent for the career you’ve chosen.”
~Lucy Mcmahon

"I can only speak for myself but using his program I had incredible results. In only 9 weeks I lost 40lbs and gained a substantial amount of muscle. I lost a total of 36 inches around my body and went from a size 42 jeans to a 36. The easy-to-follow nutritional plan made my diet less of a chore. I would recommend him highly to anyone trying to lose weight or even just tone up."
~Karl Schmidt

"Since having my son I went back to my tried and true cardio workouts, but I just couldn’t break the plateau I hit. Then I started working out with Brian. He not only challenged me to reach new levels of fitness, but he was also very professional and fun to work with. He was able to help me blast my plateau away and once again feel really great about myself. I quickly learned the physical abilities my body could do and enjoyed the challenge Brian brought in every workout. Brian even took the time to write up a nutrition guide to ensure my success. All you have to do is commit and you will see the results fast"
~Kristina Scirpo Daniele

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