MARCH 2014

 Newsletter by:  Hillarie Z. Scannelli, Co-owner/Trainer, !MPACT Training

FREE EVENT:  Are you or your kids planning on registering for the Hillsborough Hop or your first 5K Race?  Well, !MPACT Training would like to give you a few pointers.  Come to our FREE event on Sunday, March 23rd, at 1:00 p.m.  Please register for this FREE event so we have enough handouts, and this event is for adults and kids (7+). Email: [email protected]. We will spend one hour learning how to warm-up properly, in addition to running with good form, and stretching for success.  Nutrition handouts will help you understand how to fuel for optimal performance.  We’ll even go out for a little dry run around the grounds of our facility (weather permitting).  If the weather isn’t cooperative, we’ll spend more time indoors working on running form and will do indoor drills on our 20-yard turf area.  We are approaching our spring/summer running and race season, so it is important (especially for those who are not regular runners) to start training for these events, even if they are short races. And just a reminder that Steps Together (our favorite local charity) will be putting together a team again this year for the annual Steeplechase Walk/Run in Hillsborough. This year it will take place on Sunday, September 28th so you can start training for the Hillsborough Hop at the end of May and train right through the summer! Steps Together also meets on Saturdays at 8:30 a.m. (kicking off in July) so that the team can train together (kids and adults). All you have to do is register for the their team, and you will receive weekly emails with training tips, in addition to where they are meeting for a walk/run. Check out the Step Together website: www.Steps-Together.org

21-DAY BEACH BODY PROGRAM ROLLS OUT ON Thursday, March 20^th (1^st day of SPRING!) at 7:30 p.m.:  We introduced this program last spring, and our clients had amazing results.  They lost multiple inches and several pounds in just 21 days! So we are running it again since we have LOTS of new clients who might want to give it a try.  For those who are signing up for the 21-Day Beach Body Challenge, I am offering a FREE 60-minute workshop (March 20^th at 7:30 p.m.) that will break down the diet in detail to help you understand how it works – in addition to getting a brief weight-loss nutrition lecture that will help you long after this 21-Day Beach Body Challenge is over.  I will also share some food samples/recipes from the diet at this workshop – and there is a question and answer period at the end so you will be ready to go. You can still participate in the 21-day challenge, even if you can’t make the kick-off meeting and lecture on March 20^th . . . but the meeting is a great way to gain motivation if you are able to make it.  Now couple this amazing diet plan with 21 days of training, and you will be READY TO SUCCEED!  You will get weighed AND measured at the start of the challenge and again at the end of the 21 days!  We offer a discounted rate for those who are presently doing Unlimited Group Training – and we also offer a package for new clients that includes the diet plan, along with group training during the 21 days.  If you are interested in registering for this program or would like pricing info, please contact: [email protected]

TESTING IT OUT . . . SUNDAY TRAINING AT !MPACT. . . Right now we offer training on Sundays at noon for kids (ages 9-14) which includes speed, agility, strength & conditioning.  Well, not only are we “thinking” about adding a Group Training session on Sunday mornings at 7:30 a.m. (for adults and teens 15+), but we are testing it out to see what kind of response we get . . . Please come on Sunday, March 16^th at 7:30 a.m.  It is only $20 to drop-in to one of our training sessions led by a Personal Trainer, and it is FREE for those who are already paying for Unlimited Training.  This training session will be led by trainer, John Balle´and we are calling it Heavy Metal Madness . . . It’s just a fun name for a group training session that will be a combination of weight training (metal), mixed with some intervals of cardio (madness) with the tunes rolling!  Remember, ALL of our group training sessions offer variations to every exercise so it is suitable for all fitness levels.  We have some clients who are 58 years old and others who are 18!  Just come and do what you are able – we will guide you through it.

SKINNY WRAPS COMING TO !MPACT ON March 24th:  Reserve your appointment now to detox and get ready for the SPRING!  Do you wanna get wrapped? . . . Shrink fat cells & rid your body of excess toxins?: You’ve gotta try this . . . Michael and I had Melissa Rice come to our facility to provide this wonderful service for us (product line called “It Works”). You can tighten, tone & firm your stomach, love-handle area, arms, and legs with instant results in 45 minutes – and progressive results in 72+ hours. You can improve skin texture & tighten, shrink fat cells, and minimize cellulite appearance. We’ve asked Melissa to come back to !MPACT to wrap up some of our clients who are interested in this (all-natural/botanical) product. Melissa will be here on Monday, March 24^th, from 6:00 p.m. till 8:30 p.m.  The cost is only $30 per wrap (maximum of 2 wraps per application – and payment would be due on the day you come for your wrap – cash and checks accepted – made payable to Melissa Rice). Please register by placing your name on the sign-up sheet at !MPACT Training near the front desk.  Time slots run every 15 minutes. If you are not presently a client at !MPACT Training, we would still love to have you, so just call us and we will add you to the sign-up sheet!

SUMMER CAMPS! It’s that time of year again, where parents want to know what camps are available for their kids this summer!   Back by popular demand . . .

Fit & Fun Camp (for children ages 7-13):  They will have a blast participating in a fun fitness circuit, having relay races, playing kickball, dodgeball and more!  Kids are broken up into age appropriate groups for training.  Camp operates Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon the week of July 7^th and the week of July 14^th.  Space is limited and every year we sell out fast.  So reserve your place now!  Camp is only $125 per child/per week if you register by March 31^st ($135 after 3/31), and we offer a $10 discount for siblings.

We are also offering Sports Performance Camp from 9:00:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon during the week of July 21^st.  There will be two age groups that week (Group 1:  Ages 8-12 — and Group 2:  Ages 13-17).   Twelve-year olds can be evaluated to see if they are more advanced in their abilities and should move to the older age group for maximum benefit.  Give your child or teen that competitive edge . . . We test the kids in a variety of areas (vertical jump, broad jump, 40 yd. dash, shuttle drills and more) and our trainers and coaches show them how much they can improve their test scores in just one week of camp!   Camp is only $165 per child/per week if you register by March 31^st ($175 after 3/31), and we offer a $10 discount for siblings.

AWESOME RECIPE . . . Thanks, Dorothy!

I received a small mason jar filled with a delicious home-made granola to put on top of my yogurt, and I just had to share the recipe, since it is NOT a traditional recipe.  Instead of it being just loaded with carbs and sugars, this recipe uses quinoa, which is a grain that contains protein.  You can find quinoa at your local Shop-Rite – in the organic/healthy section.  See recipe and instructions below:

Crunchy Quinoa Granola

Ingredients:  Makes 4 cups

2 cups of old fashioned oats

½ cook quinoa (uncooked), rinsed

1 cup of sliced almonds (or any other nut)

2 Tablespoons flax seeds (also found in the organic/healthy section)

¼ teaspoon cinnamon

Dash of salt

¼ cup honey

2 Tablespoons coconut oil, melted (also found in the organic/healthy section)

½ cup raisins

½ cup dried cranberries

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees – then line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Combine all ingredients except raisins and cranberries in a large bowl – then stir
3. Spread mixture on prepared baking sheet then bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through or until golden brown.
4. TIP:  Watch closely at the end to make sure granola does not get too dark.  Granola will not be crunchy right out of the oven.  Stir in raisins and cranberries when granola is cool and crunchy – then store in an air-tight container.  ENJOY!

 PAYING-IT-FORWARD

Just wanted to thank our clients, friends and family for helping us to pay-it-forward.  Through our Superbowl Pool for Brave Billy (Steps-Together beneficiary), we were able to raise $500 . . . and through donations from our bootcamp for Billy on Superbowl Sunday, we raised an additional $1,275.  We also had a super generous friend drop off a check for Steps Together for $1,000.  Many Thanks to the Vinchur Family from Hillsborough for their generous donation!  We knew that owning a business in town would provide a platform for doing good . . . people who were looking to DO GOOD would find us and help us make a difference.  Love being part of this amazing community!

Upcoming Pay-It-Forward Event:  I attended my first Steps Together board meeting a week ago, and felt so great to brainstorm with Courtney & Mike Newman (founders of www.Steps-Together.com), along with the other board members – -to come up with ways to raise money for the local families (Steps Together beneficiaries) who are going through medical crisis.  At this board meeting I learned of an amazing upcoming fundraiser spear-headed by one of the other board members, Jen Korab (owner of Renaissance Salon in Hillsborough).  Mark your calendars for “Renaissance Runs the Runway” . . . Thursday, May 1^st, 2014 – 6:30 – 11:00 p.m. at the Bridgewater Manner.  Come out for a night of fun . . . A fashion show with clothing from local boutiques, and hair & make-up by none other than Jen and her team at Renaissance Salon. Remember the proceeds will be going to a great charity . . . Tickets are $100 per person AND include a beautiful dinner, drinks, the fashion show and basket auction!  If you are interested in purchasing tickets, just let me know.  We will have some at !MPACT Training.  If you are a business and wish to advertise in the program for this wonderful event, contact Jen at:  [email protected] 

OTHER !MPACT “STUFF”

MARCH GROUP TRAINING CALENDAR:  Click here to view our MARCH Group Training Calendar.  New addition . . . Sunday Training.  We offer over 25 Group Training Sessions or Classes EVERY WEEK!  You can see a description for each of these training sessions on the second page when you click on our calendar.

DISCOUNT Training & Nutrition Events for Boys Scouts and Girls Scouts:  We offer great educational events for scouts . . . and as part of our Pay-It-Forward mission, the charge is minimal per child.  We just helped three Girl Scout troops get their “Practice with a Purpose” badge, and a group of boy scouts earn their Fitness Badge.  Please call us if you are interested in getting your troop or pack together to learn a little bit about nutrition and they will get a great workout using fun equipment too.  Call Mike (908) 428-7978 or email:  [email protected]

GREAT TURNOUT FOR OUR FREE SEMINAR:  We held a FREE seminar on Saturday, February 22^nd, for teens, parents or any adult who was interested in learning about proper nutrition to reach their goals – along with a lecture by Mark Nagel of Belle Mead Physical Therapy about Injury Prevention and How to Deal with Injuries.  Lunch was provided by Tender Lovin Grill (corner of Amwell and Rt. 206) . . . This was a great way for us to Pay-It-Forward, giving our community helpful information about how to get into great shape – safely and effectively!  Many thanks to Tender Lovin Grill and Mark Nagel for joining forces with us on this event!

!MPACT COMMERCIAL @ HILLSBOROUGH CINEMA!:  We are really excited to announce that !MPACT Training has made their debut at the Hillsborough Cinema!  If you haven’t seen it already, you will see this short commercial before every movie!  http://youtu.be/-J3AGHJUVeQ

PERSONAL TRAINING – NEW DISCOUNT PACKAGES AVAILABLE THAT INCLUDES FREE TRAINING. . . We’ve always offered discount packages for those who wish to save a few bucks, but now we are giving them incentive to MOVE MORE FOR FREE!  If you are a personal training client and purchase a discount 10-pack or discount 20-pack of training sessions (training at least 1-3 days per week – regularly), you are now entitled to come for one FREE group training session per week!  This is going to give you that incentive to MOVE MORE and reach your goals.  Speaking of goals . . . ALL of our personal training clients can set goals which we will document, and every week we will help keep you accountable and on track for success.  Our discount 10-pack saves you $50, and our new discount 20-pack saves you $125!!  The 20-Pack is for those who are training two days per week or more.  And we also offer the same type of discount packages for Partner Training.  Are you committed to getting fit?  Let us help you.  Call us at 908-428-7978. . . We offer personal training throughout the day – starting early morning, straight through till 9:00 p.m.

PERSONAL TRAINING FOR  ATHLETES – SPORTS SPECIFIC TRAINING:  If you have a young athlete (ages 9-18) who needs to set sports specific goals, let our trainers help you reach them.  Whether you need to work on running form, speed & agility or you need to increase stamina, strength, or your vertical jump, our trainers will help you get there.  Our customized plans are based on each client’s specific goals – and we identify their strengths and weaknesses . . . then we get to work!  As mentioned in the previous paragraph, athletes who purchase discount 10 or 20-packs of personal training sessions are eligible to come for ONE FREE group training session per week.  They would greatly benefit from our Elite Athlete Training on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at 5:30 p.m. and if they are 15 years or older, they can jump into any bootcamp or weight-training session for adults.  What a great way to train in the off-season or to stay conditioned during your regular season!  We offer personal training throughout the day – starting early morning, straight through till 9:00 p.m.

FAMILY “CAP”:  We now have so many families who have joined !MPACT, so we wanted to make it more affordable to have multiple family members training.  Therefore, we created a Family CAP so that your expenses on training are controlled and affordable.  Call or e-mail Michael to hear about our great family discount packages:  908-428-7978 or [email protected]

!MPACT OFFERS ½ HOUR PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS:  Some people are pressed for time, others juggling finances . . . but one thing for sure, many of you are making fitness a priority.  You now have the option to come for a full, 55-minute personal training session — OR come for a 30-minute personal training session.  We will help you set some goals and then take action!  During this 30-minute session, you will perform a quick & effective warm-up, work all your major muscle groups, stimulate your core, and burn calories and fat.  These sessions are customized to meet your needs, and you can also do it with a friend!  And maybe you have a young athlete who you think could benefit from some one-on-one training.  Thirty-minute sessions are extremely affordable.  Call us today to find out pricing for these sessions . . . You can pay as you come or purchase a discounted 10-Pack of 30-Minute Sessions.  No excuses. . . you can do it now!

!MPACT MENU AT TENDER LOVIN GRILL (TLG):  If any of you haven’t made your way into the restaurant that opened last year at the corner of Rt. 206 and Amwell Road, you are really missing out.  Not only is the food delicious, but nothing is processed or purchased frozen . . . everything on their menu is freshly made.  So I met with the owners of TLG, Steve and Maribeth to talk about implementing an !MPACT Menu – which would be delicious foods that are also calorie-conscious.  So if you live or work locally in Hillsborough, you can stop in to check out the !MPACT Menu and know you are staying on track with your weight-loss plan.  We will keep copies of the !MPACT Menu at our front desk so our clients can pick up lunch or dinner on days when they just don’t have time to cook a healthy meal.  And Steve & Maribeth will also have copies at their counter.  We are just making the finishing touches on the menu so it will be available on January 2^nd.

SPEED, AGILITY, STRENGTH & CONDITIONING:  We will continue to offer this training on Sunday’s at noon for BOTH GIRLS AND BOYS (AGES 9-14).  It is still only $15 to drop in, or you can take advantage of the discounted price of $49 per month.  This 45-minute training session for young athletes who wish to improve performance.  It is a great way for your kids to train in the off-season, and also a perfect addition to their practice routine if their schedule permits.  They will build core strength, increase speed & quickness, and condition their bodies to improve performance.  Most of all, our trainers will help build CONFIDENCE in your kids.  We always throw in some free nutritional talks when working with the kids so they learn to fuel for optimal performance.  You can “drop-in” anytime!  New clients just need a short registration/waiver form filled out by a parent.  See you on Sunday at noon!  For teens 13+, check out our Monthly Training Calendar and look for our Elite Athlete Training on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s at 5:30 p.m. — with Weight Training Sessions on Wednesday’s at 5:30 p.m. and Friday’s at 4:30 p.m. 

NEED A WORKOUT PARTNER OR SMALL GROUP TO TRAIN WITH?  Drop us an e-mail if you’d like to arrange for personal training sessions with a partner or a small group.  We may have others who are looking to get personal training at a fraction of the cost.  This would be something separate – not part of our Group Training Calendar.  So you can pick a time that works for you.  Send an e-mail to:  [email protected].  We also do “TEAM TRAINING” at !MPACT:  So if you are a coach for a local team and wish to get your athletes stronger, faster and more confident, give us a call.  We’ll get you onto our training calendar –   and we offer discounts for groups/teams.

Don’t forget to ask us about:  !MPACT BIRTHDAY PARTIES (ages 7+):  If you are looking for an awesome (AND different) way to celebrate your child’s birthday, WE have the answer. Click here to learn more about our birthday parties.

CONGRATULATIONS ARE IN ORDER!

CONGRATULATIONS TO ELLIOT JOHNSEN:  Although you have not heard back from the producers from the television show “American Ninja Warriors”, we are so proud of all the training you have endured to prepare for your try-out video.  We are also really proud to present this video (produced by KBarbella.com) which demonstrates your strength, agility, balance, coordination and drive!  And we LOVE that you used the music from our !MPACT commercial!  Way to go, Elliot:  http://youtu.be/hRVtN6SS7wo 

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNER OF OUR MONTHLY DRAWING:  Our March email winner has not responded yet . . . and being we only  have your email address, not your name, we are still waiting to hear from them . . . so check your emails to see if it is you!  This winner has a $50 Gift Certificate to use towards services at training at !MPACT . . . and you have one month to redeem your Gift Certificate.  Come on in to see us!!

!MPACT APPAREL IS HERE!  We have been offering a small selection of dri-fit shirts and t-shirts after we opened a little over a year ago, but we’re really excited about all the new !MPACT apparel at our “My Locker” website.  Go to:http://www.mylocker.net/my/shop/mpact-training161152/index.html  Or:    www.shop.mylocker.net  Our Locker Door # is fr996 Use discount code BT445 at checkout for a $9.00 discount (50% off one custom t-shirt)!!!  Thanks for proudly wearing our apparel!  Attention Jr. Raiders . . . check out the shirts and other apparel on our website that say “Jr. Raiders have what it takes!!!!”  You can also get to !MPACT’s My Locker website from our !MPACT website.  Just click on “STORE” from the top of our home page, and then click on “APPAREL”.

You might be looking for a particular service – so let me refer one!  These are all business I (personally) use and would highly recommend!  There are a few new ones  – so be sure to take a look:

Local Business Plugs and Upcoming Events:

You might be looking for a particular service – so let me refer one!  These are all business I (personally) use and would highly recommend!  There are a few new ones  – so be sure to take a look:

RENAISSANCE SALON: Renaissance Hair Salon & Spa (located in the strip mall on Rt. 26 – near Dunkin Donuts & Sal’s Cleaners – at the top of New Amwell Rd.).  They offer a relaxing and welcoming environment that is both modern and chic. Their expertly trained stylists have a passion for what they do and make every decision with the guests needs in mind. They have combined exquisite and innovative services to create an experience like no other.  Renaissance stylists are trained in the latest techniques in order to remain on the cutting edge of hair care and creativity. When creating a new look, their stylists pay close attention to detail, and great consideration is placed on adaptability and suitability. This allows us to personalize each look to the individual’s facial features, hair type, and lifestyle. They are confident you will find their team among the finest anywhere. Visit their website to view our full menu of services, including facials, microdermabrasion, waxing, and full salon services.  www.renaissancehairsalonnj.com

Closing Note:  Although we are not really experiencing SPRING weather yet, we’ve seen a few signs during those higher temperature days that melted some of the snow.  Start thinking SPRING . . . start thinking RENEWAL or REBIRTH.  It is a time to get your mind right . . . thinking more positive.  Invest in your health . . . invest in your fitness.  Even if you are a super busy person, you have to remember that you only get ONE body.  If you don’t fuel it right with proper nutrition, and you are not making time to exercise regularly, your body will let you know.  Let us help you get there.  Come and see us at !MPACT Training!  –Hillarie–