Fitness Power Moves to Rev Up Your Workout: The Burpee

At Ultimate Bootcamp, we have a few favorite go-to exercises, especially when we want to get the most out of our workouts. There are a couple of different power moves you can incorporate into any workout, whether you're in the middle of a long run, or if you only want to do a few moves while commercials are on TV. Increasing your heart rate and getting those muscles moving are what's most important.

When people ask us for some ideas on power moves to really rev up their workout routine, one specific move comes to mind. To help you continue to spring clean your workout routine, we've decided to share a quick video featuring Ultimate Bootcamp founder, Jill Tomich, demonstrating one of our favorite moves, celebrating the burpee:

 

What's your favorite power move?

Dragging This Morning? Working Out After Daylight Savings Time

Happy Monday Morning, Indeed! No one likes waking up on a Monday morning after "springing forward" during Daylight Savings Time. It's darker out, it feels earlier then normal and not a great way to start off the week! At Ultimate Bootcamp, we embrace the weekend that we move the clocks forward! For us, this is the start of the spring season and an increasing number of daylight hours moving towards the summer. We understand that the timing transition can be difficult for some, especially helping you stick with your exercise routine, so we've put together a few tips to help boost your workout routine with the recent time change!

Think in Real-Time
Forget about Daylight Savings Time! Don't wake up, look at the clock and think, "So, the clock says 6am, but it's really 5am..." It doesn't matter what time it was a few days ago. Accept the fact that the time has changed and put the rest out of your head. The sooner you stop living in the past, the easier it will be to move on. Yes, we get it might take a day or two, but by Wednesday, you'll be loving the fact that you can drive home before sunset!

Stick to Your Schedule
A one-hour time difference is no reason to alter your schedule. Whether that means going to bed at night so you can wake up for your morning workout routine, or having a daily snack at 3pm so you can make it to dinner, try to continue your usual daily activities like normal.

..But Vary Up Your Workouts
It's a pretty well known concept that mixing up your workout routine is key to sticking with a fitness regiment. At Ultimate Bootcamp, we vary up our workouts to keep things interesting and keep those muscles guessing. Spring is the perfect time to try something new. Whether that means taking your first Ultimate Bootcamp class for the first time, or heading outside for a run after work instead of your usual morning gym treadmill run, this week is the perfect week to try out something new.

 Head Outside


To most, 50 degree weather might not seem like a heat wave. But we're New Englanders that have toughed through multiple blizzards this season and it's finally starting to be bearable outside. So, whether it is walking a few extra blocks before hopping on the T, or going for a hike on the weekend, take advantage of the time and just go outside. Getting sunlight and the fresh air will help make that time transition that much easier, because you'll be thinking ahead to the summer!

Spring Clean Your Workout Routine

Spring is almost here and at Ultimate Bootcamp, to say we're excited would be an understatement! We want to share our enthusiasm with you and that's why we're inviting you to spring clean your workout routine! We've put together a plan to help you get out of those winter doldrums and get ready for the swimsuit season.

Try Out a Free Workout
Join Ultimate Bootcamp for FREE Bootcamp Basics classes on March 11th, March 13th, March 23rd or March 24th. Choose from a variety of workout times and locations at www.ultimatebootcamp.com/basics. Enter the code SpringClean13 to claim your first spring workout for free. 

Sign up for More (at a discount!)
Take advantage of Ultimate Bootcamp deals to start working on your summer body. The first deal starts now and will only be available for the first 100 people through Thursday, March 14th. Login to your account and check out the extra discounts on UltiPASS packages now! Deals will continue throughout the spring available on www.ultimatebootcamp.com.

Keep the Motivation Going
Start following Ultimate Bootcamp’s Spring Cleaning program to kick start your workout routine and encourage you along the way. We’ll be featuring tips, tricks, videos and workouts absolutely FREE on the website , blog and via email.

Get Outdoors and Celebrate
Save the date for our Ultimate Spring Workout! Ultimate Bootcamp’s spring cleaning will culminate with the Ultimate Spring Workout on the Greenway on Saturday, April 27th. This fun-filled day will feature a variety of different workout classes for FREE, plus the chance to try some delicious and healthy snacks, win giveaways, grab swag bags and more. Stay tuned for more information at www.ultimatespringworkout.com.

Ok, let's get started! Who's in? If you're not already in the loop, make sure you join the Ultimate Bootcamp email list and follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

FREE Ultimate Bootcamp Basics Classes To Kick Off the Spring Workout Season!

March can be a tricky month for your fitness routine, when you're itching to get outside in the warm weather and waiting for winter to be over. Have we had enough of these winter storm threats yet? At Ultimate Bootcamp, we want to keep you in the fitness zone! We're excited to announce our spring schedule, which includes some new locations that have been tucked away during the winter! To celebrate, we are hosting a bunch of FREE Bootcamp Basics Classes in a variety of locations on Monday, March 11th and Wednesday, March 13th.

Whether you're new to Ultimate Bootcamp and want to try it out for the first time, or maybe you're a junkie Ultimate Bootcamper and want to get in an extra class during your off-week, Bootcamp Basics is a great way to boost your fitness momentum in March in a fun, non-intimidating environment. Get a full-body workout and burn 500-700 calories in only one hour by combining resistance training AND calorie-burning cardio drills. Bootcamp Basics is great for beginner fitness abilities and challenging enough for intermediate.

Bootcamp Basics Locations:

• Brookline - Jamaica Pond
• Boston - Boston Common
• Cambridge - Cambridge YMCA
• Charlestown - Paul Revere Park
• Framingham - Maple Street Field
• South Boston - Carson Beach
• Watertown - Arsenal Park

Click here for the full schedule with date and time options.

Sign up for your FREE Bootcamp Basics Class today ($18 value) with coupon code SpringClean13, expiring April 30, 2013. Click here to register now.


BONUS:  
Don't miss an exciting spring discount deal that we're emailing out to our newsletter subscribers later in the week. If you aren't already on our email list, join today and be the first to hear about our great offers!

Over the Hump - Dave's Ultimate Bootcamp Success Story

I had hit a wall in my personal health and was constantly hovering around 210 pounds for the last 3 years and couldn’t get below that weight. I had tried altering my workouts, different diets, etc. 

Me with my Dad on Vacation

After signing up for Ultimate Bootcamp, I am now under 200 pounds for the first time since college and it has strengthened my commitment to living a healthier lifestyle.

To start your own Fitness Success Story, go to:  www.ultimatebootcamp.com

Having Fun Working Out - Mili's Ultimate Bootcamp Success Story

Ultimate Bootcamp has shown me that I can attain my work-out goals while having fun and making good friends.

When I started, I was the definition of a non-morning person, but over the three sessions that I’ve been to, I have learned to love getting up to go work out. The instructors are down to earth people who work with you to meet your goals and treat you like a friend. I have found myself being able to do exercises that I have never done before and it doesn’t even seem like it was a difficult process.

To start your own Fitness Success Story, go to:  www.ultimatebootcamp.com

I'm an Athlete Again - Katie's Ultimate Bootcamp Success Story

In high school and college, I competed on the track and crew teams, but in my senior year of college, a foot injury had me on crutches for three months. My fitness deteriorated and when I could finally exercise again, it wasn’t fun anymore because I wasn’t fit.

I found out about Ultimate Bootcamp in May, signed up, and was hooked! I’ve been bootcamping ever since. Bootcamp has brought back a love of exercise for me, and I have met so many wonderful people!


I look forward to waking up early to sweat four mornings a week!

To start your own Fitness Success Story, go to:  www.ultimatebootcamp.com

Wedding Fitness - Jackie's Ultimate Bootcamp Success Story

My goal was to get in shape for my wedding, so I signed up for one session…and then another…and now I’m signed up for August. It became less about getting in shape and more of great regular workout that focuses on the total body. It’s helped me avoid injury by just doing cardio.

To start your own Fitness Success Story, go to:  www.ultimatebootcamp.com

Built Up Muscle & Endurance - Yury's Ultimate Bootcamp Success Story

As a kid, I’ve always enjoyed athletic classes in school, since they were energetic, fun, had lots of cardio, and provided motivation and competitiveness.  Unfortunately, that was a long time ago and not something I thought I would enjoy as an adult. 

Yury and his family on vacation

Ultimate Bootcamp provides that energy for me now. I was skeptical and didn’t know what to expect when I joined, but it turned out to be a fantastic exercise program, that keeps you motivated and supported by your peers. With bootcamp, I built up muscle and endurance.

Like one of the instructors said, "You really can do anything for 10 seconds." Those few words take my body to the limit each and every time.

To start your own Fitness Success Story, go to:  www.ultimatebootcamp.com

More Than I Expected - Lucas's Utlimate Bootcamp Success Story

Nice to Get Outside.  My summer of bootcamp gave me more than I expected.

I’ve participated in group classes at gyms before, but the decision to get outside and watch the sun come up with Ultimate Bootcamp was definitely the best fitness choice I’ve made in a long time.

Not only is simply being outdoors great, but the variety it allows in locations and routines could never be achieved inside a gym. Alternating instructors also helped eliminate the fear of the classes falling into a predictable routine.

I can honestly say I feel better and am healthier than before I started.



To start your own Fitness Success Story, go to:  www.ultimatebootcamp.com