"Now here I am totally a different person from the process. I can't even begin to explain how different I feel. Physically, I am stronger and have better endurance. I have more energy, sleep better, and am not so lazy anymore!!! But the most important change is my mental change. It is so hard to put into words, but I just feel better. I feel better about myself, my situation, my life, my relationships, my everything. I never knew that taking care of myself through exercise and eating right could have such an effect on me mentally.
This experience has helped me in so many ways, but most importantly it has taught me the amazing effect that a positive and encouraging spirit and personal drive can have on someone. This has truly been another life changing event for me, but this time a change for the better!!!
I know I can do anything now. I know that life can't throw anything at me that is too difficult to handle. I know that I have a purpose here on Earth to do for other women what each of you have done for me. Most of all, I know I have a group of women, and a fearless leader in Kristin, who will continually support me and encourage me of to remember these three truths.
I leave you with two more pictures.
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| The first how I feel at about 7:00 a.m. after Boot Camp: |
And the second how I feel about life
after Boot Camp!!!!!!!!!!! |
TO KRISTIN AND ALL MY NEW BOOT CAMP BUDDIES, THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING!!!! SO THERE YOU HAVE IT. I FEEL LIKE MY STORY IS JUST BEGINNING AND I CAN'T WAIT TO CONTINUE AND SEE WHAT HAPPENS!"
Ginny Hawkinson
"My favorite things are:
- you are always positive (you may not realize that often we are hanging on to your words, but don't always respond - - out loud)
- every day is different, new and challenging
- you are looking out for us to make sure we have proper form
- you are concerned about our health and not getting injured
- you provide alternate ways of doing things and do it in such a way that no one feels like they are doing less
- you make us congratulate each other
- the fact that someone noticed when I was not there. (that's huge for me)
Just to name a few.
I was shouting your praises from the rooftops this afternoon at Run On.
Thanks for being you and for providing this incredible atmosphere for us to change our lives and to have hope!!
Bless you."
Michele Walters
"I have really loved boot camp so far. I already feel more toned and my endurance has already increased. I love how you push us and how well rounded the workout is. I feel so strong and have more energy. I have lost 2.5 lbs.
I figured up the pushups and we did 210. Wow! I surprised myself!"
Emily Garret
"I found out about Boot Camp on a Thursday thru some friends. Immediately I went to the website, I was intrigued by the information I found there. My friends were only interested in talking, but I was interested in finding results. I decided I could do anything for 20 days.
I must tell you that I am not a morning person! But this has become my time. My family comes first, but there is no interference at 5:30 in the morning. I love getting my exercise in first thing; I don't have to concern myself with it again all day.
I am definitely motivated by all the other women at camp. There is constant encouragement and lots of high fives. The results are awesome! I have lost over 35 lbs. I feel great. Physically I am stronger, mentally I am more focused, and emotionally less stressed. I am at the top of my game. Not only have I committed for the rest of this year, I have already signed up for the whole next year as well."
Jennifer McCollom
"I joined Adventure Boot Camp because I needed to build strength for my new vocation along with my challenges staying committed to an exercise program. I began BC last March and by April I had lost 21 inches, 6 1bs. and dropped a pants size! Another result was that I loved going to boot camp and today I would say I'm addicted. Kristin knows how to make exercise fun and challenging and works to help you maximize your workout every day. I continue to sculpt my body and make it stronger although it's really not about what you see it's how it makes me feel, strong and in control of my health. The best bonus of all is getting to work out and develop friendships with a wonderful group of gals who become your inspiration and help you get better each and every camp. Adventure Boot Camp IS my fitness program."
Debbie Little
"Boot Camp is what I do for ME. It helps ME be better Mom, because I have more energy and I am more aware of what my family eat, or should not be eating, it helps ME be a better wife, because I not so embarrassed with my body, It helps ME be a better friend, because I know how much encouragement, perseverance, and a positive attitude can change one's life.
Now, I still have those days when I get in my pity party because I am always solo with my kids, or I get frustrated because my neck and shoulder ache. or I eat and eat and eat and just feel gross. or maybe have a day with not two or three Pepsi's, but on to four or even five. But I have learned that is okay. I had a good Boot Camp buddy J tell me, "we all have bad days, but it is just that ~ a bad day". tomorrow is a new one!
You know what? It is a new day and. Mama is happy!"
Karen Seanard
"The best thing about Boot Camp is the fact that I can work out with great women in a great atmosphere. Working out has never been my idea of a good time, but with boot camp I do enjoy it...a lot! I feel stronger and better about myself when I'm in camp.
I have had lower back problems for about 5 years. I needed to strengthen my core muscles and add support to for my back. A friend told me about Boot Camp. It looked like fun, but little did I know how beneficial it would be. After completing 3 camps, my back is stronger and I am stronger as a person. Boot Camp is fun, competitive, and definitely worth the effort! Strong Women is what it is all about!"
Michelle McDougald
"The first time I signed up for boot camp, I went to maybe 4 sessions. I felt like a failure and didn't really want to show my face again. So when it was time to sign up for the next boot camp, I was determined not to quit again. I met with Kristen before camp started to get my weight and measurements, she told me how proud she was that I was going to do it again and that I had the courage to come back. She also let me know I was not the first person to drop out and come back. I made it one of my goals not to miss one session and I stuck with it. Not only do I have 100% more energy, I have also lost weight and met a bunch of fantastic highly motivated women."
Danielle Knotts
"I of course liked all of the people, but I also liked that things were different every day. It kept things entertaining and it was never boring - the hour always seemed to fly by.
Before boot camp I was tired when I went to work in the morning, tired when I got home in the evening and I didn't feel very good about myself. That changed almost immediately once I started boot camp. I find that I have more energy now and I feel 100 times better about myself. It's a great way to start my morning!"
Nicole Zaruba
"The challenge that was presented each day was totally worth it! The camaraderie between the women cannot be beat. I would have to say the best part was being pushed to do more.
I was so nervous the first day that I kept waking up too early trying to be sure I was not going to be late! I did not want to do any push ups the first day. The program was very well planned and there was always something new to do each day. I would definitely sign up for another camp and highly recommend this to anyone who wants a challenge. It really was a wonderful experience and has motivated me to continue being active."
Cassandra Delgado
" Boot Camp has been one of the best things I have found. Although I travel a great deal with my job and seem at times to let work 'rule' my life, it has been great to be able to put that on hold and find three mornings a week to attend Boot Camp. Kristin is always pumped and ready to roll in the morning with something new and different. Do I always 'like' what she asked me to do. 'No" but I did not sign up for Boot Camp to do what I like. I signed up to get results and approach exercise in a different way. I have told so many people about it.. I have my first dog tags hanging from my rear view mirror as a reminder and also a conversational piece when others get into the my car for a lunch appointment. Everyone wants to know what they are. a great conversational tool. I look forward to another great session.."
Kathleen Robinson
"I never would have thought that working out could be so enjoyable. I never got the chance to tell you how I felt about the last boot camp. It was one of the best experiences in my life. I am not a morning person and I never would have thought in a million years that I would be doing this at that time of the morning. You make me want to get up every morning and give it my all. I know people have told you this before but, you make it all worth it because you make the camp so exciting I never know what to expect day to day and that makes it fun. Thank you so much for giving us this opportunity to share this with you, I know all of the other women feel the same way. You are awesome!!!"
Angie Maple
" I started Boot camp back in May to "kick start" my work out program again. I had gotten lazy and unmotivated. Within a month, I could tell a difference in my body -- felt stronger and slimmer!
But the biggest benefit has been in the health results. Two years ago I was diagnosed with oestopena (pre-osteoporosis). Since my Mom had suffered from this, I knew I had to take it seriously. The doctor prescribed medication and I took Citracal and really tried to increase my calcium intake. The next year it had not gotten any better. But this year when I got my bone density test they had to run it twice to be sure. My bones had improved so much my doctor said she could jump for joy. I'm off the medication and her prescription was "do this boot camp thing for as long as you can!"
Julie Williams
Kristin, I just wanted to say thanks for the great boot camp. I would not be where I am now without your help. I had my own boot camp on Monday and did the things that we would do and was so excited that I did it by myself. You gave me the confidence I need, to know that I can lose the rest of the weight myself. Also, want to thank you for the help with the calories, wow I look at everything now before I buy it. Thanks again for everything. May God bless you and your family.
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