50 Pound Challenge  

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Lose 50 pounds while training at FunkFit and your next month's worth of training is FREE!

(GroupFit Plus membership) 

Perfect Foods Almond Butter Bar  

Paleo Approved!

This great tasting bar is sure to conquer your hunger cravings and fuel you with a dose of great energy in between your meals.  Try one in the morning before or after your workout, or in the afternoon to help you stay satiated until dinner time. It's made with organic ingredients and contains no preservatives or additives to ensure smooth delivery of all of the nutrients to your body.  And for everyone taking the Paleo challenge, YES it is Paleo approved!

March 1st-31st --National Nutrition Month.  Focus on making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activity habits.  Be sure to ask your FunkFit Team about how you can make March your most nutritious month. 

March 6th-Running Club at 5pm.  Join others in preparation for the Pat's Run or just to simply get some outdoor exercise in a group.  Fitness Coach Jared Klein leads these sessions every Tuesday. All levels are welcome. (On the 6th, meet at Freestone Park at 5pm.  Most other sessions will meet at FunkFit at 5pm.) 

March 9th--FunkFit Team participates in the "Feed My Starving Children" packing session in Tempe.  We will pack nutritious food to be distributed to starving children throughout the world who are hungry in body and spirit.  A great opportunity for us to give back to the community!

March 10th -- Group Hike at Wind Cave at 9am.   Anyone and everyone is welcome to come join in on this Saturday morning hike.  Let's get out and enjoy the beautiful AZ weather!  We look forward to seeing everyone there!  Click here for directions. 

March 12-16th -- Spring Break Workouts for Kids.  YouthFit is back!  Bring your kids with you when you come to your 12pm workout or simply drop them off if you are working out at a different time.  Instead of them sitting at home playing video games or watching tv, they will be laughing, sweating, meeting other kids, and having a great time during their hour long workout. Register them for the entire week for only $59 or pay $15 per day.  Additional savings for 2 or more children for the week.  REGISTER HERE

March 17th --St. Patricks Day.  Make sure you wear your green to your morning workouts and be sure to get a workout in before you begin any traditional festivities.

March 20th -- 30 Day Paleo Challenge Concludes.  Be sure to take your measurements again following this amazing 30 day journey.  Find out how much body fat you've burned and how many inches you lost by making some simple changes to your nutritional routine.  If you would like more info about the Paleo Diet email us at funktionalteam@funkfitness.com

March 24th--"Understanding Heart Rate Training" Seminar at 11am. Fitness Coach Cameron Hervol will educate you on heart rate zone training during your workout.  Everyone with a HR monitor or GX Team Strap should attend for a true understanding of optimal performance. The second half of the seminar will include a short run that will allow you to experience your 5 specific zones.  Come dressed for activity and be ready to work smarter, not harder! 

March 31st --"Eating for Inclusion not Exclusion" Seminar at 11am.  Fitness Coach Joe Adams takes a different approach during this seminar by focusing more on the foods we NEED and should be eating, versus the foods that we should avoid.  You will definitely learn more about foods that can keep you fueled and satiated throughout your entire day, while helping you reach and maintain your goals along the way.

In case you missed it...

Rita and Kevin lost more than a combined 40 pounds and won $1250 along the way!

A BIG Congratulations to Rita and Kevin Watson for winning the 2012 Winter Lose 2 Win Competition!

Join FunkFit for the Pat's Run. Be sure to register early for the Pat's Run on April 21st by going to www.patsrun.com  You can walk, jog, or run in this 4.2 mile event that honors a great man, soldier, and football player.  When choosing your team, pick "Funktional Fitness" from the drop down menu.  See you out there!   

Fundamental Focus sessions at 6pm.  Want more instruction on any of the GroupFit fundamental exercises? Every Tuesday and Thursday at 6pm will be the session just for you!  We strongly encourage you to attend these 2 weekly sessions until you feel comfortable and efficient with all of the fundamental exercises. Great for beginners to functional training!

30 Days of Life Changing Fitness!  Still been thinking about joining Funktional Fitness?  Or do you have friends or family members that want to get involved?  Be sure to check out the all new special that will give you 30 days of unlimited workouts to decide if we are the training studio for YOU!  REGISTER TODAY.

Unlimited Private and Semi-Private Training Now Offered!  Find out if these programs are the best options for you by clicking here.  

Looking for some healthy pre or post workout meals?  Check out these places owned by your fellow FunkFit members..

After your next workout, be sure to ask for the tasty FunkFit Berry Smoothie at Bergies Coffee Roast House! 

Be sure to check out Seafood Market on Val Vista and Baseline for a great, healthy entree.  Each day a FunkFit lunch plate will be featured, consisting of fish, vegetables, and a salad and will be priced between $6.99-$9.99.  Very tasty and healthy!!  All FunkFit members will receive a 10% discount on their retail orders!   

Ask  any one from the FunkFit Team for a copy of Approved Meals (local restaurants) from your FunkFit Coaches so you can continue to make better choices when eating out. 

Sarah Graham

FunkFit Client Since August 2011 

Sarah's 30 Pound Weight Loss Journey Continues

8 months ago..

How did you find Funktional Fitness?

Google!! After a bad night where I spent 30 minutes in tears in my closet because nothing fit me I decided that was enough & started looking for a gym. I just wanted an inexpensive place to go & get some basic exercise. I landed on the 7 day trial for GroupFit & thought, why not. I signed up for my membership after 7 awesome workouts & pretty much never left!

How has Funktional Fitness changed your life?

In more ways than I can count! Daily work activities are easier & less painful. I have more energy & just overall feel better every day.

What specific results or goals have you attained?

So far I have lost just over 30 pounds! I have more muscles than I think I have EVER had. I still have a long way to go but I am getting closer every day.

When was your last session and how did it go?

I have personal training with Jared every Monday & try to hit the Group Fit's the rest of the week at 5pm. Every session is always great & always finds a new way to push me just a little farther out of my comfort zone which is great. And Jared is awesome because he really knows how to help me correct movements & teach me how to do things the right way!

Tell us something you take away from your time at Funktional Fitness and apply to your everyday life?

As most of you know, I work for myself & sit at my desk anywhere between 10-12 hours a day. What I realize is that I have bad posture & sit in ways that cause most of the low back pain I have. I have learned proper posture and how I should be sitting at my desk to keep my back from hurting. It's been an amazing revelation because now I catch myself sitting "wrong" and correct myself all the time & all of my back pain is gone!!

If someone out there is thinking about joining Funktional Fitness what would you say?

Easy, DO IT!!!! Every person in this building is amazing - from the trainers to Erin, Melody and everyone at the desk. You aren't a number or just another member here - you are a person & a name!! No matter what is going on someone always has time to help you out with something or answer a question or give you that extra little push you need. This is not a typically gym by any standards & that is what makes this place so great!!

Tell the Funk-Nation a goal you are striving to attain?

Health for a lifetime!!  I would like to lose another 40-50 pounds and gain some much needed muscle. I want to continue to develop a diet plan I can live with and maintain for the rest of my life & not just a fad diet that is impossible.

Heather Hurley
 GroupFit Member Since July 2011

 

Kylee Purdy    

 

   

 

My name is Kylee Purdy and I am Funktional Fitness's newest intern! I was born and raised in Gilbert, Arizona and graduated from Highland High School in 2007. I participated in competitive cheer at highland all four years and also ran track. I enjoy doing Bikram yoga, mountain biking, or swimming during my spare time. I received the Arizona Board of Regents Scholarship and attended the University of Arizona for two years and then transferred to Arizona State. I will graduate with a bachelor's degree in Exercise and Wellness in May. I am so excited to be interning here at Funktional Fitness, everyone here is so dedicated and passionate about getting people healthy and fit through a holistic approach. After I graduate I plan on attending physician's assistant school and as a professional in the healthcare field I plan on incorporating my knowledge of exercise and nutrition to help patients reach their optimal health.

 

Thank you and I look forward to meeting you!

 

 

 Jacquie Smith

Funktional Team Member Since March 2011

Click on Jacquie's Before Picture to See Her Lean Physique Now!

Happy March "Funktional Madness" to all of you out there!  I hope all of you reach your March fitness goals and for those of you on the Paleo 30 - day challenge, congratulations for trying something new.  I am sure you have all learned something about self discipline and focus.

This month, I am celebrating my one year anniversary with Funktional Fitness.  I have had an outstanding year and have learned more about myself then I had ever planned to.  I have also hit a pretty cool benchmark.  Since March of 2009, three years ago, I have kept off almost 100 pounds.  It took me close to a year and a half (prior to that) to lose it.  It has taken continued discipline and focus and I have realized there will be a constant awareness the rest of my life.  Trying new workout regimens, learning new means & methods, enlightening myself to fresh ideas, and trying a new nutrition plans "IS" a way of life for me if I want continued success.

If I ever chose to become idle, those 100 pounds, or the weak cardiovascular system, or the aching joints, the headaches, the angriness, the depression, basically ALL the negatives from being obese are bound to creep back over time. 

Vigilance IS a daily focus for me.  BUT, I want to share that it is fun and it is rewarding.  I love "the new me!"  I have continued to have a blast with what this body can do.  It isn't hard work anymore and it isn't painstaking.  Learning new skills to benefit Funktional has become a joy to do, like recently earning a certificate as a basic TRX Suspension Trainer instructor.   Hiking mountains with a 25 pound weight vest isn't so hard to do these days, taking tennis lessons, and even planning a Grand Canyon hike this spring are all examples of physical activities that are welcome to do instead of thinking that only other "fit" people can do them.  There is nothing I can't do- is my new mantra.

Trying a new nutrition plan is even more important.  Sometimes, we don't even know that the foods we are eating are causing us to plateau, or feel sluggish, or cause mood swings until we get them out of our daily plan.  In the last five years, I have constantly changed my nutrition plan.  I have altered and added, challenged and fasted, never "dieted," and had the best of success and fun doing so.

Discipline has become fun!  Trying new physical activities and nutritional plans is empowering!

Never stop making your body your priority, your most precious vessel, your health weapon!!  Always wear your "armor of fitness" and never stop getting better.

 March Madness

Basketball Fan or Not, You Have to Try This Calorie Burning Circuit!

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Fajitas are a classic in Tex-Mex cuisine and are adored universally by kids and adults alike. The classic fajita calls for skirt steak and is served with a choice of toppings over corn or flower tortilla, but this paleo take on the classic fajita meal is just as delicious without the tortilla. Today, fajitas are also commonly prepared with pork, chicken or shrimp and the usual vegetables include bell peppers and onions. Enjoy making a big batch and pleasing the whole family with this classic do it yourself dinner. This recipe serves about 5 people, but be sure to make more for leftovers.

Ingredients 

• 3 lbs chicken breast, cut in thin strips;
• 3 bell peppers;
• 3 onions, sliced;
• 2 tbsp oregano, chili powder, cumin and coriander;
• 6 chopped garlic cloves;
• Juice of 5 lemons;
• 4 tbsp cooking fat (coconut oil, tallow or ghee are excellent here);
• Butter lettuce to serve;
• Your choice of toppings: diced tomatoes, fermented pickles, sauerkraut, sliced avocados, salsa, guacamole, and/or salsa

Preparation

1. Combine the chicken, bell peppers, onions, spices, garlic and lemon juice in a bowl and mix well;
2. If preparing ahead of time, let marinate in the refrigerator for about 4 hours.
3. When ready to cook, heat a large skillet on medium heat and cook the whole preparation with the cooking fat until the chicken is cooked through and the onion and bell pepper are soft.
4. Put the hot chicken preparation in a large bowl and let the people prepare their own fajitas on top of lettuce leaves with their favorite toppings.