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3.10.10

This video will give you a little glimpse into the Marthas Vineyard Bootie Camp experience...Thanks for taking the time! Fit Wishes, Nisa

3.9.10

Interested in the Vegan Diet?

What is a Vegan?

"a strict vegetarian; someone who eats no animal or dairy products at all"

Vegetarians do not eat meat, fish, or poultry. Vegans, in addition to being vegetarian, do not use other animal products and by-products such as eggs, or dairy products. It can also get super extreme, using no animal products whatsoever in ones daily life. Nisa is a lifelong Vegetarian and prefers to Eat a Vegan diet. She also recommends it to all of her clients. If you are considering making a change in your diet here is some helpful information:

why VEGAN? Veganism, the natural extension of vegetarianism, is an integral component of a cruelty-free lifestyle. Living vegan provides numerous benefits to animals' lives, to the environment, and to our own health–through a healthy diet and lifestyle.

EATING VEGAN In starting the transition to a vegan diet, there are a few different strategies. Some people shift into a vegan diet slowly, starting with vegan 'analogues'— plant-based foods whose taste resembles animal products. Others simply take out the animal products from their diet and replace them with plant foods with which they're already familiar. Still others concentrate on experimenting with entirely new vegan foods, often from international cuisines. Thankfully, there is no shortage of vegan foods to help make the transition. In fact, most of the food we eat is vegan, without us knowing it!

We even Feed our cherished family pets a vegetarian diet, and they thrive and live healthy happy lives!

3.9.10

Welcome to Martha's Vineyard Fitness!!

Are you looking for a positive and inspiring coach to become a partner in helping you lose weight and transform to your physical best? Then this is for you! Whether you are a beginner, an avid fitness enthusiast or just tired of the same routine come try this whole new approach to exercise, fun and total body outdoor fitness!

NisaFit's BootCamp is a four week outdoor fitness program that offers fitness instruction, Food coaching and inspirational training - packed with fun and energizing activities designed to help you build a strong, fit body and mind. Whether you want to lose unwanted fat, to feel fabulous in your clothes or if you want to boost your metabolism and renew your energy. This program is for you and now is the time to get started. Class size is limited, and fills quickly. Taking sign-ups for our Spring and Summer programs Now! Secure your spot and become part of the NisaFit Family,you will be so glad you did!

3.9.10

Kettlebells in our workouts!

Kettlebells have gained popularity over the past few years although they have been around for decades. They are a traditional Russian cast iron weight, and now a days, you can find modern versions of them in any fitness store that sells exercise equipment. They come in a range of sizes from 8 lbs. up to 100 lbs. or more.

kettlebells add more of a challenge due to their size and shape. The handles on a kettlebell are much thicker than that of a dumbbell which means it is more of a challenge to grip and move around. Therefore if you are looking for a more challenging workout, check them out.

Kettlebell movements cause your body to work as one unit. You utitilize stabilizer muscles on a lot of the moves. Also, the movements are fast and after several reps and sets, you will have done an incredible cardio workout.

While kettlebells are still "weights" they do help to build muscle. If you are looking to build a bodybuilder's physique, stick to what bodybuilders use: dumbbells, barbells, etc. Kettlebell training is known to effectively burn fat, shed the pounds, and develop more muscle definition in general.

I like having variety in my workouts so I have used them and like them very much..I suggest you give them a try!

3.7.10

WELCOME TO NISAFIT!

3.3.10

May's bootiecamp on Marthas Vineyard

Welcome to NisaFit! We are now taking sign-ups for our Spring Session on Marthas Vineyard! May is just around the corner,make this year the summer you wear that Bikini!! . If you are interested in more information feel free to contact Nisa. thanks for you interest. Remember.... NisaFit is a Lifestyle, Change your Life!

SOME Of LAST MAY'S BOOTCAMP:

***SIGN-UP NOW FOR MAY 2010

2.24.10

Kangoo Jumps: Trampolines for your feet.

Evoking images of astronauts bounding across the surface of the moon, Kangoo Jumps are low impact rebound sport shoes designed to provide a safe platform for jogging and other exercises that are notoriously hard on the joints. The boots use a lightweight leaf-spring to absorb shocks due to impact on the ground and create a rebound effect that reduces shock impact on ankles, knees, hips and lower back by up to 60%. Originally developed in Switzerland for joggers, Kangoo Jumps also provide benefits for athletic strengthening and conditioning, rehabilitation and injury prevention, group aerobics (renamed Kangoo'Robic by converts), games, or just plain fun.The unique floating sensation created by Kangoo Jumps has to be experienced to be understood. The Jumps deliver the benefit of 50 minutes exercise in only 20 minutes and the injury prevention potential has already caught the attention of several elite football teams. The boots can be used indoors or outdoors on paved roads, dirt paths and grass as well as at the beach or on snow.

Kangoo Jumps also help revitalise and "train every cell in your body" without the need for strenuous exercise according to the manufacturers. Using Kangoo Jumps "exercises" cells by gently elongating and compressing the cytoplasm they each contain and also stimulates the lymphatic or immune system - the system responsible for cleansing and carrying nutrients to our body's 75 trillion cells.

Although these benefits could also be provided by a trampoline, the key to Kangoo Jumps is that they add mobility to the equation.

N.A.S.A. has found rebound exercise to be the best form of exercise for astronauts because it restores bone and muscle mass lost during time spent in outer space. Consequently Kangoo Jumps are recommended for people suffering osteoporosis, with the "slow-motion" steps and exercises of Kangoo Aerobics make it suitable for middle aged and senior people.The enjoyable nature of the exercise (ie. it beats push ups and jogging in standard runners) has seen the Jumps used successfully in programs combating obesity in young people in the US.

I am in. I will keep you all posted,looks like a blast!

Nisa

2.22.10

Meatless Mondays

I myself am a vegetarian most often vegan..all my life I have never eaten Meat of any kind,so when I came across this movement to head in the direction of not eating Meat I thought it was a great start. This is Meatless Mondays info:

http://www.meatlessmonday.com/

Why Meatless?

Going meatless once a week may reduce your risk of chronic preventable conditions like cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and obesity. It can also help reduce your carbon footprint and save precious resources like fresh water and fossil fuel.

Read about these benefits below. But keep in mind that just going meatless is not enough. That’s why we give you the information you need to add healthy, environmentally friendly meat-free alternatives to your diet each week.

Health Benefits

* REDUCE RISK OF HEART DISEASE. Beans, peas, lentils, nuts and seeds contain little to no saturated fats. Reducing your intake of saturated fats can help keep your cholesterol low and reduce your risk of heart disease.

* MAINTAIN HEALTHY WEIGHT. A plant-based diet is a great source of fiber, which is absent in animal products. Foods rich in fiber make you feel full with fewer calories, resulting in lower calorie intake and less overeating. On average, Americans get less than half the recommended daily quantity of fiber.[1]

* IMPROVE OVERALL QUALITY OF DIET. Consuming dry beans or peas results in higher intakes of fiber, protein, folate, zinc, iron and magnesium with lower intakes of saturated fat and total fat.[2]

Environmental Benefits

* REDUCE YOUR CARBON FOOTPRINT. The United Nations’ Food and Agriculture Organization estimates the meat industry generates nearly one-fifth of the man-made greenhouse gas emissions that are accelerating climate change worldwide . . . far more than transportation.[3] And annual worldwide demand for meat continues to grow. Reining in meat consumption once a week can help slow this trend.

* MINIMIZE WATER USAGE. The water needs of livestock are tremendous, far above those of vegetables or grains. An estimated 1,800 to 2,500 gallons of water go into a single pound of beef.[4] Soy tofu produced in California requires 220 gallons of water per pound.[5]

* HELP REDUCE FOSSIL FUEL DEPENDENCE. On average, about 40 calories of fossil fuel energy go into every calorie of feed lot beef in the U.S.[6] Compare this to the 2.2 calories of fossil fuel energy needed to produce one calorie of plant-based protein.[7] Moderating meat consumption is a great way to cut fossil fuel demand.