We all want a nice booty, right?

Incorporate the following best backside exercises in your regular strength routine and you'll burn fat, shape and firm your booty, sculpt surrounding muscle groups, and rev up your metabolism.

1. Kettlebell Swings

Kettlebell swings combine strength and cardio training to redefine your backside.

I watched the documentary Forks Over Knives ( the other night just after learning that my father has colon cancer.  Americans are sicker than ever with type 2 diabetes, stroke, cancer, heart disease. The documentary reminded me why I became a fitness coach - to empower people to help themselves to feel better and healthier.

Next Seattle's Best Boot Camp starts on Monday, November 21 at 5:30 am at the Wallingford Boys and Girls Club. This is an indoor/outdoor Boot Camp. Why start in January when you can start NOW??!!! Hope to see you there!

Well, I admit I have been craving ice cream lately…..oh sure I can blame it on the sun….but when it comes right down to it I have a sweet tooth!  I’ve noticed my energy level lowering lately and it would be good to increase my energy so I can keep up with my two year old!

Can you curb sugar cravings by increasing the percent of protein in your diet?

According to registered dietitian, Jenny McCary:

If you are eating a lot of simple carbohydrates—such as added sugars—and not balancing those foods with protein and fat, then you may find yourself reaching for sugary foods throughout the day.

Here is some information regarding our next camp beginning on Monday, September 12, 2011. This is our last Golden Gardens Camp this year!

Camper Checklist & Directions

Eat breakfast!!
Dress in layers (Be ready for outdoor and indoor workouts)
Bring water bottle
Small towel
Foam mat or Yoga mat
Pair of dumbbells (3# to 8#)
Bring headlight or flashlight

Kirchoff Fitness Studio - Pre/Post- Boot Camp Assessment

4414 Latona AVE NE

Seattle, WA 98105

Make sure you contact Chris at ckirchoff@gmail.