The Final Four

Well, well, well!!! The Final four NCAA teams have been chosen. A very odd bunch, but it works. My team (Kansas) was knocked out early. Their were alot of upsets in this tournament. I mean DUKE, WEST VIRGINIA, BUTLER, and MICHIGAN ST. WOW!!! I cant wait to see the outcome to this. My money is on DUKE. We will see!!!

Marion Jones Takes up Basketball

Marion Jones, the former Olympic track and field athlete served her 6 months in prison after pleading guilty in October to lying to federal agents about her use of performance-enhancing drugs and her involvement to a check-fraud case, now has her intentions on returning to the game of basketball.

Marion is an outstanding athlete, nevertheless. She can do it all. In her college years she did play for the University of North Carolina as well as competed in track and field. She excelled in both sports. I would certainly like to see her do well in basketball. I believe everyone deserves a second chance.

LADIES

I want all women to understand that you have to put in work to get in the condition or dress size that you want. You have to use the helpful tools surrounding you such as health magazines, books, personal trainers, etc. Don't be so afraid to ask for help when you don't understand how to eat healthy or what you need to do in order take the necessary steps. Be encouraged. I will even put myself out there for you. Contact me @ info@allworldfitness.com

Dwight Howard is looking mighty strong these days. Go get your copy today!!!!! See how hard he works to get his body.

Functional Training

Functional training is a method that activates all the major muscle groups with compound movements. It should develop all of the major fitness attributes: strength, flexibility, speed, power, agility, anaerobic, and cardio endurance, balance, and a wide variety of motor skills.

Coach John "Sully" Sullivan of Excel Sports and Fitness has demonstrated the method of functional training to a group of female athletes. This program is designed to give a spectrum of intensities and "functional" experiences and how women can benefit from this type of training.

Here is a link that demonstrates "Functional Training".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ketter22e2c&feature=email

Description:
Broken down into four circuits with 3-4 exercises per circuit. Depending on rest periods, loads, and other variables; some circuits stressed less intensity/aerobic capacity, while others stressed higher intensity/power or endurance.

Personally, I love a hardcore workout any day!!!

Atlanta Dream Shooting Stars Auditions

It is that time again for Atlanta Dream Shooting Stars Auditions!!!

The audition info and the prep class is now on the site. Here is the link to the flyers (they are pretty large files). The first clinic may not make, but if you would like to participate on Thursday April 1, please email me (Nicole)ASAP.
Contact: energizer1913@aol.com

Let me know if you have any questions. Hope to see you at tryouts!!
http://www.wnba.com/dream/shooting_stars_tryouts.html

PRELIMINARY AND SEMIFINAL AUDITIONS-CLOSED to the public

Date: April 18, 2010
Time: Registration begins at 10am and auditions begin promptly at 11am
Locations: Concourse Athletic Club (8 Concourse Pkwy. NE, Atlanta, Ga 30328-5345)

WHAT TO BRING:
1. Valid state-issued ID
2. $25.00 non-refundable registration fee (cash or money order only)
3. Wear comfortable dance/cheer attire (fitted -shirt/tank top and shorts/pants for males; tank top, sports bra, dance trunks, tights and tennis/jazz shoes for females)
4. Atlanta Dream cheer team application, dance/cheer or professional resume
5. Current 4x6 photo (non-returnable)
6. Please bring a light lunch, water bottles, snacks and towel

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
A diverse group of female and male cheerleaders and/or dancers, ages 18 and up. GED or high school diploma. Previous dance or cheerleadering experience. Tumble skills are a bonus.

Must be able to commit to the practices, Atlanta Dream home games, playoffs, community appearances, and other schedules events.

INTERVIEWS:
Date: April 19-20, 2010
Time: 4p-7p (will sign up for a time)
Location: Concourse Athletic Club (8 Concourse Pkwy NE, Atlanta, Ga, 30328-5345)

FINAL PREP:
Date: April 19-20, 2010
Time: 745p-10p
Location: Same as above

FINAL AUDITION-OPEN to the public
Date: April 22, 2010
Time: 6p-9p
Location: East Andrews Cafe

Food Control

Many of us what to change certain things about ourselves and doing whatever measures to get it done. Whether its getting plastic surgery, obsessing about exercise, or extreme dieting to get what we want. Dieting is a word that I rather not use. Food control is a better term. Food control is monitoring what you eat on a day to day basis without having the effects of boredom and withdraws. Following a food control program can lead to a much happier and healthier lifestyle.

I honestly feel people know how to eat healthy. Its just a matter of dedication, determination, and consistency. And there are people that really have absolutely no clue. Healthy eating can also put a hole in your pocketbook, but its the same as spending money on things to you want (hair, clothes, vacations, etc). You don't ever want to put a price tag on your health.
So I want you to control the food you put into your body and exercise to compliment the result. If you need help in preparing or having access to a control program, contact your local nutritionist or fitness center or me for that matter. :)