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What Is Cellulite?

Cellulite are the bumps under your skin which causes the surface of your body to look dimpled. For many this is a reason to cover up on the beach and at work, or not even go at all! Cellulite is caused by little overfilled fat pockets right under your skin. These are fat cells that have become enlarged causing these cells now to take up more space between the skin’s connective tissues than normal, the fat then expands these spaces resulting in the overlying skin dimpling in. Cellulite causes many image problems and many women don’t dare to wear short skirts or shorts because of it. Thin&Healthy’s Total Solution’s Cellulite Cream will not make you lose weight, but it will smooth your skin to reduce the appearance of dimples. Take action and reduce the appearance of cellulite now!

The Safe way to reduce the appearance of cellulite

Our Cellulite Cream Cellulite Cream is a topical product you apply straight to the problem zones. Because cellulite is actually little pockets of fat under your skin, your blood circulation does not easily reach these areas. Our Cellulite Cream  is 100% safe, it contains only natural ingredients and will be easily absorbed by your skin.  When combined with the complete Anti-Cellulite Program, the cream will ensure these unsightly areas will be a thing of thing of the past, restoring your confidence in the summer you!

Why would you put up with cellulite? You are a dynamic beautiful person, so don’t let the cellulite hold you back! In a few weeks you could be wearing those sexy dresses and skirts, without feeling self conscious!

If you are ready to get your self-confidence back and to be and feel beautiful, call or come in today to ask about our Anti-Cellulite Program.  

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Whole and Organic Foods help with Weight Loss

If you’re working on losing weight and getting into shape, chances are you’ve heard a great deal about the need to eat right. After all, a balanced, low-fat diet that is calorie controlled is an essential component in any well-rounded weight loss plan. While you may need to reduce overall calorie consumption to shed pounds, you also want to think about making the foods you do eat count for more. This is where whole and organic foods can come into play.

Weight loss coaches, personal trainers and other fitness professionals will often recommend the consumption of whole foods and organic products to their clients. The reasons for this are not because they are trendy and fashionable. The reality is both types of food tend to be a lot better at fueling the body with the nutrients it needs without cluttering the system with unwanted junk.

If your weight loss coach has recommended incorporating whole and organic foods into your diet, you need to know how to spot these items. They are not always one in the same.

A Look at Organic Foods

Organic foods are simply those that are grown or produced without the use of chemicals. This means harsh fertilizers, chemical pesticides and even growth hormones are not used in the production of fruits, vegetables, dairy and meat products that bear organic labels.

Organic foods can cost more than conventionally produced products, but many people feel the increase in price is well worth the benefits. While studies have shown that organic foods do not necessarily contain more nutrients than conventionally produced items, they are free of chemical residues and unwanted hormone levels. Although these things have been proven “safe” for human consumption by government agencies, many people worry about the cumulative, long-term effects of consuming food even with trace amount of chemicals and pharmaceuticals.

Finding organically grown foods is not difficult. Just look for organic labels in regular grocery stores or shop at organic or whole food markets.

Whole Foods Are A Little Different

Whole foods are those that undergo no or very little processing prior to their sales. While many whole foods are organic, as well, this is not a requirement for a food to be considered whole.

Whole foods include a variety of standard fare, including fresh fruits and vegetables. Other options include whole grains, unprocessed meat and milk that is not homogenized.

There are a number of benefits to consuming whole foods. This type of food product will not have added salt, sugar, fat or preservatives. This means there is nothing in the way of enjoying the full benefits of the food’s natural nutrients. Essentially, whole foods provide all the nutritional perks without any of the downsides of additives.

If your weight loss coach or personal trainer has recommended incorporating organic and whole foods into your routine, you will find options on both fronts are readily available. They can give you an edge on weight loss by providing you with the nutrients you need without additives and chemicals you don’t. 

For more information on incorporating healthy foods into your diet, , speak to one of the Thin & Healthy TOTAL SOLUTIONS team members or request a FREE Metabolism Evaluation today!

Why do YOU want to Get Fit?

Why do YOU want to Get Fit?

As mother nature teases us with brief hints of warm weather and as summer creeps slowly near, we begin a full court press to get our bodies in top shape before the warm weather sets in permanently.  The end goal means extra trips to the gym, walks after dinner, giving serious consideration before devouring the fatty food, and the all too familiar mantra, “I promise to look better this year” begins to repeatedly emerge from our panicked lips. 

But why do we go through this annual ritual?  Why does the threat of spring spur us on to accomplish what we have struggled to accomplish the remainder of the year? 

What drives you to make the effort?  Is there a special vacation on the calendar that makes your heart desire to look amazing?  Is it the simple wish to look and feel great while you cheer your children on playing ball?  Or is it maybe an absolute refusal to look bad in a pair of shorts again this year? A wedding?  A reunion?  A new romance?  As you prepare for the spring and summer, tell us what “it” is that is driving YOU to get fit.

Team Relays – Lots of FUN!

Team Relays are Everyone’s Favorite!

The member who are participating in the “New Year ~ New You” Weight Loss Challenge are having a GREAT time in the team relays each week.  In fact, we have members who are NOT a part of the challenge that are sneaking in to join the fun. 

If you have a great Team Relay story or have had a great time with your team members and the instructors, please share your story with us here.

Contest

2010 NEW YEAR ~ NEW YOU WEIGHT LOSS CHALLENGE

It’s that time of year again – time for 24/7 to begin our much anticipated weight loss challenge

Member’s that have participated in the past challenges know that they are a fun experience.  Previous participants have received helpful tips and strategies for getting a great workout, they have received lots of motivation and support and they have made lots of really great friends.

The members in previous 24/7 Health Club contests were able to boast of truly amazing results, see some examples below:

• Holiday Hotties – Average of 10.52 pounds of fat in one 8-week contest
• “I Lost it at the Club” – Average of 15 pounds of fat in the next 8-week contest
• Biggest Loser – Average of 18.9 pounds of fat in a 10-week contest

We are so excited you chose to participate and we can’t wait to see the results you have at the end. 

• For those of you who have participated in the past - please take a moment to tell us what you enjoyed most about our New Year ~ New You Weight Loss Challenge’s of the past. 
• For those of you who are new, we would love to hear why you chose to join the program and what you hope to gain by participating.

Good Luck to all of you!

Thoughts for the New Year

The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less, we buy more, but enjoy less. We have bigger houses and smaller families, more conveniences, but less time. We have more degrees but less sense, more knowledge, but less judgment, more experts, yet more problems, more medicine, but less wellness.

We drink too much, smoke too much, spend too recklessly, laugh too little, drive too fast, get too angry, stay up too late, get up too tired, read too little, watch TV too much, and pray too seldom. We have multiplied our possessions, but reduced our values. We talk too much, love too seldom, and hate too often.

We’ve learned how to make a living, but not a life. We’ve added years to life not life to years. We’ve been all the way to the moon and back, but have trouble crossing the street to meet a new neighbor. We conquered outer space but not inner space. We’ve done larger things, but not better things.

We’ve cleaned up the air, but polluted the soul. We’ve conquered the atom, but not our prejudice. We write more, but learn less. We plan more, but accomplish less. We’ve learned to rush, but not to wait. We build more computers to hold more information, to produce more copies than ever, but we communicate less and less.

These are the times of fast foods and slow digestion, big men and small character, steep profits and shallow relationships. These are the days of two incomes but more divorce, fancier houses, but broken homes. These are days of quick trips, disposable diapers, throwaway morality, one night stands, overweight bodies, and pills that do everything from cheer, to quiet, to kill. It is a time when there is much in the showroom window and nothing in the stockroom. A time when technology can bring this letter to you, and a time when you can choose either to share this insight, or to just hit delete.

Remember, spend some time with your loved ones, because they are not going to be around forever. Remember, say a kind word to someone who looks up to you in awe, because that little person soon will grow up and leave your side. Remember, to give a warm hug to the one next to you, because that is the only treasure you can give with your heart and it doesn’t cost a cent.

Remember, to say, “I love you” to your partner and your loved ones, but most of all mean it. A kiss and an embrace will mend hurt when it comes from deep inside of you. Remember to hold hands and cherish the moment for someday that person will not be there again. Give time to love, give time to speak, and give time to share the precious thoughts in your mind.

Thank You for Voting 24/7 the “Best Gym in NE Alabama!”

You did it!   “Thank You!” for your support and for helping us win. 

We personally think we have the “Best Members in NE Alabama” and we would like to hear from you.  Please tell us what you think makes 24/7 the best place to workout.  Your opinion is so very important to us. 

Select responses will be shared in our January newsletter and February advertising.  So don’t hold back – tell us what you think!

Happy New Year!

24/7 Health Club Staff

Carpe Diem

What are we passionate about at 24/7?

We are passionate about the idea of building a full, bountiful life – of making every hour as fantastic and as productive as it can be. And that really means a full life – not just work. How do we fully engage in every aspect of our lives – work, family, recreation, personal development, social interaction, community engagement, spirituality?

We believe that it’s possible to change the dynamics of our world for the better by changing how well we and our fellow humans engage in our own lives. When we help others enrich their life experiences, all of our lives become enriched. At 24/7, we realize we can’t change the world single-handedly or make every person’s life better in every way, but the tools we’re building will help many people enhance their lives in a variety of ways. And as their lives are enhanced, those people will inevitably help others. And the world will become better for all of us.

Share by telling us what YOU have done to to “Carpe Diem!”

What Favorite Post-Workout Meal?

We all know it’s best to have a healthy snack after working out. Studies have shown that eating a small meal of protein and healthy carbs helps increase the benefits of your workout and speeds up the fat loss process. So what’s your favorite post workout meal?

What Is Your Favorite Exercise?

I was talking with a training client today and we got into an interesting conversation about his favorite exercise.  It was kind of neat learning about his preferences, likes and dislikes.  So I wanted to open this up a bit and ask you… what’s your favorite exercise and why?