| "Wow.....the past 3 days have shown me just how terribly out of shape i really am now, but i wanted you to know that i am really surprised that i am actually enjoying camp so far!! it has been really motivating, and having the accountability of showing up has made a ton of difference to my resolve. i know its only been 3 days, but i honestly already feel so much better by just getting up and MOVING...even with less sleep, i find i have more energy & i don't hit my usual afternoon slump @ work around 3pm ....so those particular goals are already being met!! i am already thinking about registering for august as well, to REALLY see some results!"
- AG ( 5:30 AM at Bradford Beach )
"I just wanted to let you know how awesome I thought boot camp was today. It is great to see improvements with each fitness test that passes. I was able to improve on every test that we did. When I see these improvements it gives me the confidence to push myself more. I know that on Monday I'll be using the 10 lbs weights. I like how fast these past few boot camps have flown by. I'm looking forward to the next 3 weeks. "
-LL ( 6:00 pm Co-Ed camp at Klode Park )
"I just wanted to jot a quick note to say how great I'm feeling in week 3 of the Bradford Beach Boot Camp. Today's yoga was wonderful and I can feel the glow carrying into my day. I feel great every morning after I have run longer or done more mountain climbers that I think I can do. I may be one of the last ones to finish a running event but I finish.
I just registered for the August camp and I am looking forward to keeping this positive momentum going. You advised me the other day to just feel the difference in my clothes, rather than focus on the scale or my BMI and I wanted to let you know that I pulled out a pair of pants that have been feeling tight and I am wearing them comfortably today...feels great. I'm really enjoying the experience!"
-JB ( 5:30 AM at Bradford Beach )
"I wanted to tell you thank you for the past couple of months. This is the best I have felt in a long time. When I was living in California , I also participated in a Boot Camp there. While I liked the trainer a lot, I have gained more muscle and increased my endurance much more with your camp! So, thank you again!"
-AP ( 5:30 AM at Bradford Beach )
"I wanted to take a quick moment to write to you before the end of the camp. It has been a treat to be part of boot camp and a precious time I have shared with my two dear friends... It is a memory of Milwaukee , and a memory of my friendships that I will never forget. With my move ... quickly approaching, I believe much of the reason I have remained calm about the transition is having boot camp under my belt each day to proudly look back on.
What you give campers is more than just a healthy workout; you have given us each a renewed perspective on life, a confidence to do what we might otherwise find impossible, and an overall sense of calmness to tackle life's challenges. Ironically, I was ...saying... this morning that I attribute the confidence I have in talking to a new love flame and being proud to just be me, is in thanks to boot camp.
It has been an awesome experience. You truly have a gift for lifting people up and I am thankful for the time I have spent in camp learning from you. I am thankful for all you have given me---which goes far beyond the physical workout."
-KS ( 5:30 AM at Bradford Beach )
"I first just wanted to say that boot camp is seriously the best decision I've made in a really long time! You change it up so much and really do encourage us to be our personal best. It gets frustrating for myself when I can tell I'm not giving my all and then you say something funny or just say 'way to go campers' and it helps push that extra that I need.
I think I'm going to do another month of camp as well - it really has gotten me motivated in other aspects of my life and I can imagine that it only gets better with every day that I go. Thank you in advance for your help and thank you also for offering this to Milwaukee. It feels really great knowing that every fitness level is welcomed and encouraged."
- PH ( 5:30 AM at Bradford Beach )
"I wanted to take a minute to send you a HUGE THANK YOU!! 5:30am boot camp was awesome! I'm amazed at the progress that I've made in the 3 weeks from our fitness test. I don't usually like to talk about myself, but I am so pleased with my progress so far I have to share the news. My mile time went from 9:57 (which in and of itself was an amazing beginning - I'm more comfortable around the 10:45-12:00 minute pace) down to 9:01 !
My plank hold went from 1:45-2:30 , push ups went from 26-42 and sit-ups 38-50. I stand taller and have more confidence in myself ... I am in awe. You certainly made going to bed early and waking early worth it every morning! I loved your little sayings. A few of my favorites were: "Pain is weakness leaving the body" (unbelievable how much weakness I began with; "Let go of what you cannot control, focus on what you can. You can control your attitude and your effort" and "good fat doesn't make you fat, sugar makes you fat". Those sayings helped me out more than you will ever know.
Thank you for doing what you do and most importantly for being who you are. You are definitely helping to change lives. You have helped me begin to change my life for the better. I am blessed that our paths have crossed."
- KS ( 5:30 AM at Bradford Beach )
"Catherine, she's awesome and so knowledgeable! I also like that people can work at their own pace so everyone feels accomplished at the end of a session."
"I love how everyday is different and we are always being challenged with a different part of the body."
"I am going to recommend this boot camp to everyone I know!! I will be moving to Chicago in a month and I hope I can find something just like this when I get out there. Thank you so much!!"
- KK ( 5:30 AM at Bradford Beach )
"This has been a GREAT learning experience and the most fun I've had in fitness in years. Thanks for having the vision to put this together, the passion to help people improve their fitness and the energy to make this an awesome, empowering experience. You may not ever fully know how you help people, but I can tell you I am inspired by you, impressed by you, motivated by you and extremely grateful to you for your time and attention."
- MJ ( 6:00 PM Co-Ed at Klode Park )
"Boot Camp was everything I expected. I am thrilled to be doing exercises that I only read about...Your professionalism and expertise are phenomenal! I look forward to future sessions and seeing my body transform into a health specimen."
"I thoroughly enjoy the daily challenges and I how I feel after the sessions... Boot Camp was everything I expected."
- GK ( 5:30 AM at Bradford Beach )
"The fact that I have already lost a jean size, have seen a physical change in my butt, arms and stomach. I am happy to be in such a good exercise routine. I feel like I am doing what I am supposed to be doing to be healthy and my doctor agrees... I don't want this to sound too sappy but...You have no idea how you have changed my life forever. You are an amazing and incredibly motivating person. Thank you so much."
- CB ( 5:30 AM at Bradford Beach )
"Catherine, I just have to tell you how great this experience was for me. I can honestly say this was the best thing I've ever done for myself. You are an amazing instructor. Every moment was obviously well planned and your advice on eating, fitness, technique and taking care of injuries were delivered with a genuine desire to make us stronger and better. I am so motivated to keep going."
- AH ( 5:30 AM at Bradford Beach
"I have lost 30 pounds in 6 weeks - I can't believe it! From the 2-week camp to after the last 4-week regular camp; I am down 30 pounds!" - JV (male) ( 6:00 pm Co-Ed camp at Klode Park ) |
