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Ladies, here it is…my BIGGEST event and Program EVER!

The holiday season is fast approaching and I don’t want you to stress about it. No need to worry about looking good at all those family get togethers, and other seasonal socials.

Instead I want to help you get fit, healthy and sexier! I want you to look forward to the holidays knowing that you look stunning in your New Years dress!

I have designed and run many 4, 6 and 8 week+ transformation programs and have helped 100′s of people achieve some outstanding results, and I’m proud of each and every one of them.

I am very excited about the “Sexy for Santa“ Program because I’m going to give you all of the best training advice, knowledge and motivation that is proven to work and deliver head-turning results! You will get the guidance and expertise of both myself and Norma Jean Hall. Plus, we’re going to blow it up with some really cool prizes!

Prizes are not the important reason for signing up, it’s about getting fit and healthy, and looking and feeling great! But there is nothing wrong with having prizes as a bit of extra external motivation. Also, because it’s the “giving season” I want this to be HUGE! The prizes are going to be off the charts

“Sexy for Santa” is a 6-week Transformation Program. We will begin Monday, November 7th and will wrap up Saturday, December 17th. Perfect timing, most people are very busy the last week before Christmas anyway!

If you want your butt kicked into shape and a fantastic 6 weeks of results, then here it is…

You’re going to get…

• Initial Private One-on-One Consultation. You and I will discuss your goals and map out a plan to get your there! We will determine what Nutrition Plan and, in addition to the group workouts, what Training Program is best suited for you;

• The “Sexy for Santa” Training program.  This is your customized weekly plan designed to fit into your schedule which will be coupled with the group workouts;

• The “Sexy for Santa” Meal Plan;

• 3 Workouts – with us, per week!  Two semi-private group workouts, and one Saturday bootcamp;

• Training Kit.  This includes a tracking Journal and my at-home training DVD.

• The Holiday Damage Control program.  This contains recipes and my best secret tips. Find out how to escape the holidays without putting on the dreaded 5-10lbs of unwanted extra weight!

• Also, Brand New!… The “Merry Fitness and Happy New Rear” program. Having worked in the fitness industry for over 10 years, I know that a lot of ladies want to build a better butt. Fact. So we’re going to include a 6-week “Build a Better Butt” program within the Program. (You will get this program to follow at home or in the gym for 10 minutes, twice a week in addition to your other workouts);

 Now is the the time to take action because…

• I want you to look and feel amazing for your Christmas Parties. Nothing wrong with looking hot when you bump into old or new friends at the social get-togethers!

• I want you to enjoy more energy and confidence from being healthy and fit! This will help you enjoy the holidays even more

• It’s not too late to finish the year strong, and make good on your promise to get fit in 2011. Why wait until New Year’s to make that resolution, when the gyms are full!  Why not get a head start on getting fit, healthy and sexy now!

  
  Instead of having to fuss to find the right outfit, we want you to be able to slip into the dress of your dreams flawlessly. New Years Party? Look amazing. Enough said!

Now…what about that extra motivation I mentioned earlier?!?!

The prizes for this Program are INCREDIBLE and will definitely ensure that the winners feel “Sexy for Santa“!!!

We will be awarding 3 Prizes at the end of the Program:

Best Transformation;

Best Transformation (Runner-up); and….

A Lottery prize which all members of the “Sexy for Santa” Program will be eligible!!!!!

In addition to all of these prizes, EVERYONE in the Program will receive a $100 gift card for new membership at Personal Best Studio. Put it under the tree for a loved one and share the gift of health, fitness and happiness! But thats not all…

The “Best Transformation” and “Best Transformation (Runner-Up)” Awards will be judged and awarded by myself and Norma Jean. But let me be clear, these Awards will not be based solely on weight-loss.  We want to see you TRANSFORM yourself with this Program!! Winners will be chosen based on a number of factors including:

• body composition (weight, measurments, photos etc.);

• visual appearance;

• personal transformation/improvement (lifestyle, attitude, goals, etc.); and

• fitness transformation/improvement.

The Awards will include:

“Best Transformation” Winner!!!

“The Ultimate Night Out”

-Gift Certificate for 1 Night Accommodations at Leaside Manor;

-$200 Gift Certificate for the winner’s choice of one of the following restaurants: Raymonds, Biancas, Blue on Water or Gypsy Tea Room;

-$150 Gift Certificate for the Avalon Mall to make sure the winner looks stunning on their special night out; and

-$350 Gift Certificate for Personal Best Studio (private or semi-private training)

TOTAL PRIZE VALUE: $900

 

“Best Transformation” Runner-Up Winner!!!

“Shop Til You Drop”

-$200 Gift Certificate for the Avalon Mall to make sure the winner gets all the sleek, sexy clothes they need to show off their new body over the holidays; and

-$200 Gift Certificate for Personal Best Studio (private or semi-private training)

TOTAL PRIZE VALUE: $400

Lottery Prize!!!

The Winner of this Prize gets to choose 1 of the following prizes:

-$250 gift certificate for Raymond’s Restaurant;

-$250 gift certificate for the Avalon Mall;

-$250 gift certificate for Spa at the Monastery; or

-$250 gift certificate for Le Boudoir

There are only 20 spots available, and the cost is just $299+tax. Msg me right away if you want to take part and set up your consultation.

Thanks!

Andy

Personalbest@gmail.com

Want more Muscle and a Bigger Bench?

Back in the spring, 4 guys were put through a brand new, 8 week “Max Muscle Build” Program. Their results were phenomenal, each guy put on serious muscle size along with adding 40-50+ lbs on their bench press…each.

Hey gang,

 
 

Andy here, and today I’m with Norma Jean Hall, the newest addition to the Personal Best team!

 Norma Jean (“NJ”) is a top Provincial Figure competitor, wife, mother and Certified Personal Trainer.    NJ is following her passion and beginning her career in the Fitness industry. In my 15+ years in the fitness world I have to say that the amount of knowledge and enthusiasm that NJ shares is a rare find!  

 

 

Andy: Hi Norma Jean, I’m super excited to have you on board at Personal Best Studio! How about first of all giving us a little background on how you got started working out and your journey to having the lifestyle you live today?

 

NJ: Well Andy, it is a long story, but I will try to shorten where I can. I was always active, exercised and tried to be healthy; however, weight loss didn’t come as easily after I had my son, Zander. I gained 65lbs or more and was quite uncomfortable. I knew that I had to lose the weight and be healthy for myself and for my family.  I tried all the gimmick diets and exercised at home in my tiny little room while my son slept in his car seat on the sofa.  I worked my butt off every day and ate little to nothing. At first I dropped a lot of weight, but then I hit a plateau and I no longer had any energy or drive. I started researching everything I could about diet and exercise and realized that I had become the newly coined term: skinny fat. I was not eating enough and was a so-called cardio queen.

Norma Jean (“NJ”) at the 2010 NLABBA Bodybuilding, Figure & Figure Model Competition

I signed up at a local gym, obtained a personal trainer and began reading everything I could on nutrition and exercise. There is a lot of information out there, and it can be overwhelming at first, but I stuck with my goal. I learned basic resistance training and nutrition and I was hooked. For once I was completely satisfied with myself and proud of what I had accomplished.

Then I decided to take it to the next level and compete in the provincial bodybuilding and figure show.  As you are aware, competing is a tough gig, but I wanted to challenge the  love that I had for this new life and prove to myself that I was being true to myself and that I was doing this for me. While training, I had an “A HA” moment (you ladies will know what I mean) and realized that this was no longer a hobby for me…This was a lifestyle…and a life that I wanted to live forever and share with others. I decided to focus on helping people reach their goals by sharing my knowledge and experiences, staying positive and motivating others whom needed the extra push.

I have trained, wrote programs and helped with nutrition for those I knew in the past, but worked full-time in a corporate position within the Oil and Gas industry. I was good at my job, but I was not being true to myself. So with the support of my close family and friends, you included, I decided to switch gears and become a personal trainer full-time!!! And I must say, I love every minute of it. When I help a person get through their last rep, or give someone a healthy recipe that they like, my day is made. It is hard to explain, but I know that this is what I am meant to do.

 

Andy: I know exactly what you mean NJ, working as a Personal Trainer is very rewarding and I, too, feel very fortunate doing a job I love. I believe that holds true for anyone, and anything; if you don’t love what you do, find your passion!

Also, congrats on such an amazing transformation and taking action with a positive lifestyle change! You mentioned at first you were a little overwhelmed, was there anyone that inspired you or was there a source of inspiration to help you stick with your goal?  

 

NJ: Although I have many inspirations, my son is top on the list.  I knew that I had to be healthy and increase my energy level if I was going to keep up with him. Prior to exercising and living a more healthy lifestyle I would have times when my lower back muscles would spasm and this decreased my ability to move.  One of my major goals in losing the weight after pregnancy was to improve my overall strength so my back would not give out on me and I could pick Zander (my son) up and play with him.
 
Once I lost the weight, I looked to local inspirations in the Health and Fitness industry to motivate me and keep me on track and I started to research the NLABBA.  Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is not always easy but the more people you surround yourself with that have similar goals, the more support you have and the easier it gets.
 
I studied psychology in University and understand the importance of surrounding yourself with support systems to help you achieve and maintain your goals.  People often ask me why I need a trainer to keep me on track if I am a Personal Trainer myself.  The answer is simple: being accountable to someone other than yourself gives you the extra push you sometimes need when you can’t get through the workout and the support helps keep you in the game when you are having a tough day. Everyone needs that from time to time.

 

Andy: I agree NJ, accountability is huge. That is why we build an accountability factor into so many of the programs that we offer at Personal Best Fitness Studio. It takes more than just the right Nutrition and Training program for someone to see dramatic results. Training and Nutrition Journals, writing down what you eat (even the wine or chocolate cake!), writing down your goals, setting timelines/end-dates for your goal(s) are all forms of accountability that work! Also scheduling in your workout sessions with a Trainer and making your workouts at set appointment times might be just what is needed to see results.

NJ thanks for taking the time to share your story and fitness tips with us today. I’m thrilled to have you join the Team at Personal Best and I’m excited to team up with you on the “Fit and Fabulous” semi-private Personal Training group sessions and the brand new Ladies “Photo Finish” Transformation Program! I know with the knowledge and passion you bring to the table members at the Studio are going to love working with you and see some awesome results!

To close this out, lets wrap this up with a few speed questions, I want to know the first answer that pops in your head!

Favorite exercise?  Pull Up

Favorite body part to train? Shoulders

Figure Athlete you most admire? Nicole Wilkins

Favorite healthy meal? I know Garrison, your husband, is an awesome cook! Mexican Sweet Potato Bake – I will have to share the recipe soon!

Yes please, I definitely want that one! lol Favorite treat meal? Chocolate cake

Cool stuff NJ! Here are a couple of non-fitness questions…

Favorite band or music? Rod Stewart is one of my all time favs, but I listen to Top 40 music when I’m doing cardio.

Right on, Stacey is a Rod Stewart fan too, you’ll have to come to Vegas with us so you can go to the show with her and I won’t have to go, lol, just kidding!

Favorite movie? That is a tie between “GREASE” and “The Fighter”, depends on my mood

Awesome stuff NJ! Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us today!

 

 

 

Please join Andy and the Personal Best team in celebrating one year at their new location! Come mix and mingle with new and existing clients and see all that the new Studio has to offer. Delicious gourmet sandwiches, snacks and drinks will be provided!

2 FREE WEEKS of semi-private training classes will be offered to all new faces!

Everyone who attends will be entered for a chance to win prizes including a DOOR PRIZES of…

2lbs Whey Protein Powder (donated by Heavyweights)

Fitness Package (donated by Spartan Athletic Products)

& 1 month of training at Personal Best Private Fitness Studio.

Donations will be made in honor of attendees to
KidSport™ Newfoundland and Labrador.

Are you frustrated with your current body shape or lack of progress with your fitness goals?

I want to help you, and I’m not trying to sound harsh, but…

Are you sick and tired of looking in the mirror and feeling…

Angry?
Depressed?
Disgusted at what you see?

Ok, I’m not going to pull any punches here…

Are you doing the same things over and over but are somehow hoping for different results? 

Maybe you have a gym membership, but aren’t even using it?

Maybe you’ve worked with a trainer before, and there are some good ones out there, but nothing frustrates me more than seeing someone consistently working hard and not seeing results! If you’re like me, you want the most in return for your efforts.

Whether you have 20lbs to loose or 200lbs, I know the feeling of not “being your best you”. You don’t have to settle for less than the best, because you deserve to wake up every day and feel amazing! 

Listen to me right now! It’s time for a change. Stop spinning your wheels…find out what 154+ other people in your city already know and are doing to get amazing results…

Don’t just take it from me; just check out a few of my client progress pictures…

How would you like Guaranteed Results with Personal Training for an unbelievable deal?

Grab your spot in one of my new Specialized Programs for a fraction of the cost of regular personal training, and find out how you can become my next client success story!

One of my most successful programs to date was the original Warrior Built program where I trained three people together, all of them with a common goal. (They lost an average of 31lb’s each in only 12 weeks)

Because of their fantastic results and the success of the program, I’ve created 6 new Specialized Programs.  These semi-private Personal Training programs are limited to only 4 people in each group. Each is designed with a common goal.

• Want to look sexy in your skinny jeans?! Then you need my…

            “Fit and Fabulous” Body Sculpting Ladies Program.

• Want to Run Faster, Jump Higher and Hit Harder? Become the team M.V.P with my new “Ultimate Athlete” Program.

Other programs include…

• “Max Muscle” Designed to bulk you up and keep you lean! Your Training Program and Meal Plan is customized to increase your muscle mass for maximum gains!
• “Firefighter Fit” Here is your ticket to “smoking” the physical testing portion required to landing that desired job as a Firefighter. Do not miss your opportunity; be ready when the time comes to apply in one of the most competitive fields. 

“I have worked with Andy for over a year, training to complete the fire fighter hiring requirements of St. John’s Regional Fire Department. Andy’s training focused on strength, agility, cardiovascular and muscular endurance, and most importantly functional strength. I am glad to say that with a lot of help from Andy, I reached my goal and was hired with St. John’s Regional Fire Department in June 2009. Thanks Andy!!”
   — Mark Power

• “Ultimate Officer” This program is designed to get you in top physical condition in order to CRUSH the  “P.A.R.E” “Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation” test and beyond.    
• The “Fit On the Go/ Busy Man” Fitness Program. For the guy with a busy schedule that wants to be strong, fit and lean.  When your goal is the cover of Men’s Health this is your program.

Full 100% Guarantee!

As with all my Training Programs, my Semi- Private Personal Training is fully 100% money- back guaranteed! It is our mission to deliver results, and we will hold you accountable to your goal!

Accountability

When a new prospective student comes to see me, it tells me that they took that step because they want results, bottom line! I know that besides the right Program and Meal Plan (that’s a given!) it is the accountability that delivers results. I know that is what they/YOU want! 

Make the commitment now! You deserve the best results. In three months the new you will thank you for it.

Our regular service fee for Personal Training is $40 per session. Your investment with the Semi-Private Specialized Programs is only $19 per workout!

Space is limited; secure your spot in the right class before someone else does!

Call for more details and to discuss what program might be best suited for you. 753-0303

Committed to your success!

Andy Pratt
Personal Best Fitness Studio
753-0303  
PersonalBest@gmail.com