The Toodler Work-Out

Anyone that has had or has a toodler knows that they can be the biggest work-out of all! My daughter is 20 months now and only has one speed - RUNNING FAST! She wants to walk everywhere instead of using her stroller. She is doing a great job of staying close to me...so I think of it as a good way for her to burn energy. The more she runs, the more tired she will be.

Sienna at the Shark Reef at the Mandalay Bay

So I got thinking about how much energy she has...and I realized how active I have to be to keep up with this little thing. So thank you Sienna for all of the extra calories you have made me burn. She could be my very own personal trainer!

Mountain Biking in Brianhead

I know, I know it has been forever since I have blogged. This summer has been crazy! We spend 9 day's in Costa Rica followed by 4 days in Jackson Hole. To say the least...I am just getting back on schedule.

This past weekend we headed up to Brianhead (3 hours from Las Vegas) for some good R&R and Mountain Biking. Quinn and I rode Dark Hallow, which is about a 3 hour ride. It was some crazy good downhill which was a ton of fun.

At the top of Dark Hallow.

Quinn at the bottom of the ride.

Thank you to Grandpa Brown for watching Sienna so Quinn and I could get a great work-out in!

My New Obession

Lately I have been obsessed with coucous and can't get enough. If you have never tried it (let alone heard of it) you need to check it out.

It's a ground semolina pasta and comes in two varieties - Mediterranean and Israeli. There are countless recipes that you can find online that are healthy and easy to prepare. Coucous is a great way to mix in veggies, such as; red peppers, cucumbers, onions, peas, snow peas, ect.

My daughter loves coucous and can't seem to get enough of it...which is sometimes hard to add in the veggies these days. Try out this recipe to see if what your think:

Recipes Ingredients
1 large onion, chopped finely·

1 cup cous cous·

1 cup canned tomatoes, chopped·

2 cups water·

1 cup green peas·

1 cup chick peas (canned or cooked dried)

2 teaspoons mixed dried oregano, marjoram and basil
2 teaspoons · 1 cup fresh corn kernels

Recipes Instructions
Dry fry onion in a non stick pan. Stir in cous cous. Add tomatoes, water, herbs and corn. Bring to boil, reduce heat, and cook for four minutes, stirring constantly. Add peas and chick peas. Serve with a large green salad. Serves 4.

Rejected!

So I finally found out that I did not get into LOTOJA...but hey what do you do. They only except 1000 riders which isn't that many riders. I keep telling myself this so I don't feel so rejected.

Anyways, on to the next thing....Triathlon. I am excited to do my first triathlon in August with Quinn. I am not worried about the biking and running, just the swimming.

Just thought I would fill you in since I have had a bunch of people asking. Thanks for your support!

I'm In!!!

OK...so for years I have lusted over the idea of doing the LOTOJA race since I discovered road biking. Being pregnant and trying to get back to the same shape I was in before pregnancy, I have waited for a few years for the opportunity to do this race. This is my year!

So what does LOTOJA mean? LOTOJA stands for Logan,UT to Jackson Hole, WY. LOTOJA is one of the longest one day races in the United States. The race is 206 miles in one day. In the first 110 miles you climb and descend three huge passes gaining over 5550 feet. I am so excited for the challenge!

The only catch is it is a lottery to get in. They only except 1,000 entries. I will know by mid-May if I get in. Please keep you fingers crossed for me!

The "5K"

Lately I have been training for a 5K...I mean really train. I have done a ton of 5K before just for fun and laughs. Due to the lack of time, being a mom and running my own business, a 5K is a great race to train for that doesn't eat up all of your time.

How long is a 5K? A 5K is 3.1 miles. It doesn't seem that far until you try running for time. It then feels like you are sprinting for an eternity! I ran in the Cirque du Soleil 5K this morning at the Las Vegas Springs Preserve (great place to take the kids - check it out HERE). I was trying to get under 20 minutes which would put my mile times at 6:45 mile. I ran a 20:34 - taking 2 place over all for the women and 1 in my age category. I learned that I need to work hill sprints into my workouts! The course had a bunch of hills and I realized that I am not strong enough to hold my pace up the hills.

So how do you train for your first 5K? First, find one that you would like to run and SIGN UP! So many people wait then find every excuse not to do it. Once you have paid you are committed. Start by getting your mileage around 4 miles where you feel comfortable. Next, set a goal time that you want to finish the race. Then speed work, speed work, speed work!

I will be posting some speed work-outs this weekend. I have to run (not literally:)

Boot Camp Is Back

NEW OFFERS: (See pricing packages below)
Campers will have the opportunity to measure their success through before and after body fat testing and body measurements. ($30 see packages below) Body Fat testing/measurements are the best way to track your results.

Red Rock Adventure Boot Camp classes will be offered on Saturday’s. Classes will be 1 ½ hours. Last ½ of the class will be devoted to yoga. Classes will be at 8 -9:30 am at Calico Basin . ($25 per class see packages below) Participates can sign up just for Red Rock Adventure Boot Camp.
Class Dates: March 29, April 5, 12, 19

What is Boot Camp?
Fitness Boot Camp is a comprehensive high intensity 4 week weight and fat-loss program that incorporates: fitness instruction, resistance training, functional training, core work, speed/agility training and motivational training.

Boot camp classes are designed to burn fat, build and tone muscle, rev up your metabolism, lose weight, improve your fitness, save time and money and most importantly HAVE FUN!

What is I haven’t worked out in months or years?

Don’t fret. Boot Camp Fitness is for all fitness levels – whether you work out daily or hasn’t worked out since high school. All activities are structured so that you can choose the appropriate intensity for your fitness level.

Location, time, and days of the week
Gilcrease Park (Gilcrease and Hualapai) Classes are held at 6 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, and Friday for one hour duration.

Here is a list of the boot camp dates:
March 21 – Body Fat Testing/Body Measurements (see packages below - special arrangements can be made if you can not make it on this date)
March 24
March 26
March 28
March 31
April 2
April 4
April 7
April 9
April 11
April 14
April 16
April 18
April 21 - MAKE UP CLASS
April 23 - Body Fat Testing/Measurements

Pricing

Package A:
Northwest Boot Camp Classes: 4 Weeks – 3 x per week
$180 ($15 per class)

Package B:
Northwest Boot Camp Classes: 4 Weeks – 3 x per week
Body Fat Test
Body Measurements (Before and After)
$210

Package C:
Northwest Boot Camp Classes: 4 Weeks – 3 x per week
4 Saturday Adventure Boot Camp and Red Rock
$280

Package D:
Northwest Boot Camp Classes: 4 Weeks – 3 x per week
Body Fat Test
Body Measurements (Before and After)
4 Saturday Adventure Boot Camp and Red Rock
$310

* Veterans refer a friend (new to boot camp) and receive a $20 discount on any package
* Red Rock Adventure Boot Camp classes can be purchased separately

Class Reservations
To reserve your spot in the class, email VO2 Fitness at mbrownfitness@yahoo.com one week prior to your program starting.

Payment
Payment for classes is due 48 hours prior to the start of your program to hold your spot. VO2 Fitness accepts cash, check and credit cards (through PayPal). If you will be paying by credit card, please email mbrownfitness@yahoo.com so VO2 fitness can issue an invoice.

Class Refund Policy

No refunds will be given on session purchases, with the exception that if you signed up for session held at a specific location, time and day, and we no longer offer that location, time and day, you will be offered a refund if you do not wish to sign up for an alternate session.

Weather Policy
Boot Camp class will take place rain or shine! Make sure to dress appropriately for the weather. Each camper will be allowed to make up on session at the end of the program. If the camper misses more than one class there will be no more make up sessions.

Class Minimum
Each program must have a minimum of 5 campers. If a group has fewer campers, special arrangements can be made (pricing will change per person).

What to bring/Wear
Please bring the following to each session:
Mat
Water Bottle
Towel
Comfortable athletic clothing
Running/Walking Shoes
Women 5-10 pound weights (NEW)
Men 8-12 pound weights (NEW)

Questions:
Please contact Vo2 Fitness at mbrownfitness@yahoo.com or (702) 279-8935 with any questions or concerns.