Stop Waisting Your Money On Supplements That Don’t Work

September 30, 2009 by optc  
Filed under Blog - Rockland Fitness Training

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Let’s face it – Most Supplements simply don’t work!!!! Or do they?

There are too many magic formulas out there that can’t back up their claims.

“Take this and lose your gut overnight”

“Rub this on your arm and watch your biceps grow instantly”

“Increase your vertical jump by three inches just by drinking this”

“Increase your bench press 30 lbs in 10 days – just take this”

I can go on for 10 pages of false claims I’ve seem supplement companies promise – only to see people get sucked in to waste their money. If you know me personally I know what you are thinking – “but I’ve seen you take supplements for years, how can you say they don’t work”

Well, that’s why I know they don’t work! I was that high school athlete that always was working to get the advantage. I work my but off in the gym, on the practice field and I was sucked in just like you – I took every next best supplement that came out, only to find myself with an empty pocket and no result from whatever it was I was taking.
Fast forward 10 years later, I now find myself at Optimal Performance teaching elite athletes the proper ways to get bigger, faster and stronger through good eating and training habits. I do however, recommend supplements to all my athletes and even take some myself too.

WHAT???? YOU JUST SAID THEY DON”T WORK!!!!

I said most.

Let’s get one thing straight – there are some supplements that I think are absolutely necessary not just for athletes, but people from all walks of life, and they are the following;

  • Quality multi – vitamin, probiotic, & fish oil – to fill the nutritional gaps that we don’t get due to always dieting or simply because the food we eat today just doesn’t give us the nutrition we need!
  • Quality Protein supplement – to fill in the nutritional void of protein that most people don’t get enough of

Now if you are an athlete or a fitness ‘buff’, I would add;

  • A quality Pre-workout formula that isn’t saturated with caffeine and stripped away from amino-acids
  • A quality post workout drink
  • An efficient hydration formula that isn’t flooded with too much sodium and not enough potassium

Ok, I know what you’re thinking, first I go on about how supplements suck, and then I preach a host of 5-6 supplements that are necessities…

The key word in all the supplements listed above is “QUALITY”! If you eat crap you’ll fell like crap right? Same thing with supplements, you have to take high quality supplements that have little to no filler. That’s why I highly recommend Ascenital Bioscience’s line of products. They are in a league of their own when it comes to nutrition products and elevating health and performance!

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Again, if you know me at all, then you know if I stand behind a product I have to fully believe in it. And for me to recommend my athletes and fitness clients something, it means I probably take it myself. With that said you U hope you assume that I am a 100% Ascential Bioscience endorser.

Not Only Do I Endorse Ascential, But I Use products in all of their Product Lines ;-)

So let’s get into some details with Ascential Bioscience and the great products they offer;
Ascential Bioscience has 4 product lines –

1.) Core Foundation

The foundation of the Ascential line–everyone needs these most basic products to optimize metabolism and general health. If your foundation is in order, it becomes much easier to meet your fitness, performance, and weight/fat loss goals.

UltraCoreSystem

  • Ascential UltraNutrients™ A complete and balanced formula of vitamins, minerals, and energy cofactors, enhanced with Omega-3 fatty acids, probiotics, phytonutrients, and standardized adaptogenic botanical extracts.*
  • Ascential Nutrients™ A complete and balanced formula of vitamins, minerals, energy cofactors, and phytonutrients to support the body’s most fundamental nutritional requirements.*
  • Ascential Energy2™ delivers an array of nutrients and metabolic cofactors to support peak mental and physical performance. This advanced catalytic formulation will jumpstart your day, boost athletic intensity, or provide an energy lift to overcome fatigue.*
  • Ascential Protein™ provides an unrivaled source of this vital dietary component essential for muscle physiology. Balanced with synergistic nutrients, Ascential Protein’s high digestibility, accurate amino acid profile, and free BCAA complement assure its highest effectiveness.*

2.) Ideal Weight

Whether your goal is to lose five pounds or fifty-five, these products are scientifically designed to help control appetite and cravings, support lean muscle mass, boost metabolism to enhance fat loss, and provide sustainable ideal weight management.

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  • Ascential WeightRx™ – A technologically-advanced formulation of nature’s most effective nutrients and botanical extracts to help control appetite and cravings while simultaneously supporting the body’s metabolic processes of fat-burning.*
  • Ascential SmartShake™ – SmartShake is a nutritionally complete meal suitable for lowering caloric intake in weight reduction programs, or for supplementing your diet with a highly nutritious, between-meal snack. Scientifically formulated with high-quality proteins, balanced carbohydrates, fiber, and a full array of micronutrients, SmartShake is power-packed with the nutrition your body craves.*
  • Ascential Lean™ – A revolutionary dietary formulation that delivers a cutting-edge profile of newly available validated phytonutrient factors for effective and enduring weight control. Ascential Lean provides a powerful three-stage system for controlling appetite, boosting sluggish metabolism, and enhancing the burning of stored body fat.*

3.) Elite Performance

Whether you’re a weekend warrior or a competitive athlete, this product group will provide you with the essential tools to build lean muscle mass, strength, and endurance, while enhancing energy and recovery.

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  • Ascential Structure™ A breakthrough formulation, resulting from years of scientific research on safe and effective natural anabolics. Designed to support the development and preservation of lean body mass–the foundation of peak performance and healthy body composition.*
  • Ascential Recovery™ delivers a scientifically-optimized complex of nutrients to refuel and nourish muscle tissue after exercise, training, or competition. Provides a proper ratio of protein to carbohydrate along with vital biochemical factors to address the metabolic needs of muscle during the recovery phase for fast restoration and enhanced muscle growth.*
  • Ascential Moomiyo™ is produced using only Premium Altai Moomiyo, the most thoroughly researched variety of this adaptogen for safety and efficacy. Use to enhance training and to better adapt to the stresses and demands of peak physical performance.*
  • Ascential Hydration™ provides an effective and unrivaled platform for replenishment of fluids, electrolytes, and essential energy nutrients to satisfy the body’s deepest thirst. Used during exercise, performance, or competition, or simply as a refreshing everyday beverage, Hydration revitalizes as it rehydrates.*
  • Ascential Edge™ addresses the physiological need for efficient delivery of oxygen and fuel to the muscles and brain during intense physical demand.
    Provides superior nutritional support for highest levels of performance as well as for all high-altitude activities.*

4.) Focused Essentials

These targeted formula options can be integrated into your nutritional program as needed to address specific health, wellness, and workout concerns.

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  • Ascential Relief™ A proprietary formulation of natural botanical extracts and supportive nutrients designed to moderate the discomforting effects associated with strenuous use of muscles, joints, and associated soft skeletal tissues.*
  • Ascential UltraAntioxidants™ is comprised of a full spectrum of the rarest and most potent forms of radical-scavenging nutrients and plant-derived antioxidants known to science. Recommended for maintaining optimal health and integrity of the eyes, immune system, skin, bone, connective tissues, and cardiovascular system.*
  • Ascential Metabolic Cleanse™ Scientifically calibrated to address the internal macrocleansing activities of the body. Hepatomax-TSCM™, a precise blend of proprietary botanical extracts and taurine, is synergized with vitamins and curcumin for peak effectiveness. Metabolic Cleanse is a vital addition to every health-promoting and weight-reduction program.*
  • Ascential Probiotic Plus™ is a highly effective formulation of Viability-Stabilized™ microflora (acidophilus and bifidus) with synergistic prebiotics, botanicals, and enzymes for optimal digestive activity, nutrient absorption, and waste elimination.

There you have it – you now know where I stand when it comes to nutrition product s and supplements

If you have any specific questions that you would like ask regarding the Ascential Bioscience product line, leave your questions/comments below and I will respond here daily.
Or if you’d like we can set up a personal consultation where we can discuss not just your supplements needs, but all of your sports training or fitness needs click the pic below

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JZ

PS – stay tuned as next week I will reveal The “Russian Supplement Secret” – It’s a kick butt supplement regimen that myself personally along with Optimal Performance Athletes have been taking to increase speed, strength & explosiveness!!! Oh yeah – it also helps pack on tons of lean mass too

PPS – I will also reveal another supplement regimen, that I’m calling The Ascential FAT LOSS STACK!!! Need I say More

Optimal Fitness Express – Tabata’s!

September 24, 2009 by optc  
Filed under Blog - Rockland Fitness Training

Brutal Tabata workout today – 20 minutes of kick butt intensity over here at Rockland county’s hardcore fitness training facilty – Optimal Fitness Express style

we hit 4 – 4 minute rounds of tabata’s with 1 minute of rest in between each and we got it all on film!!!!

check out the clips below

Round 1 – Burpees and Ring Chinups

Round 2 – Face pulls and alt. front /side raises

Round 3 – kettlebell swings and kettlebell clean & presses

Round 4 – medicine ball side toss / curl up / ab wheel

 

Like I said – a complete total body workout!!!

Come try it out for yourself – www.optimalfitnessexpress.com

Don’t Miss “Tryouts” for Yogalates and Total Body Conditioning @ Optimal Performance In Rockland County

September 15, 2009 by optc  
Filed under Blog - Rockland Fitness Training

Optimal Performance Introduces Yogalates & Total Body Conditioning By Diane Finkelday

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Don’t miss “TRYOUTS” for this exclusive Yoga / Palates combo class & total body Conditioning at Optimal Performance on October 11th. We would like to invite you to come check these two great classes developed and run by owner/program director of Optimal Performance Jason Zaretzky and star group exercise instructor Diane Finkelday!

TRY OUTS are ONLY ***$10 Bucks *** and YES you have to call to reserve your spot no latter than September 30th, so don’t waist any time call 845.268.3494 or email jasonz@optcfitness.com to reserve your spot. All the details are below.

Then after you experience the best in yoga, pilates, and total body conditioning by star group exercise instructor Diane Finkelday- we encourage you to stay on board and join us for a Fun and , exciting 10 week session of classes!!! Early – bird registration, start date, and costs are listed below…

See ya there

JZ

Yogalates & total Body Conditioning “TRYOUTS”

CALL AND REGISTER NOW TO RESERVE A SPOT FOR THE

INTRO CLASS ON OCTOBER 11th @  10:30AM- 12:00PM

Contact: JASON ZARETZKY OWNER OPTC 845-268-3494 / DIANE FINKELDAY 845-304-9157

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10 WEEKS OF SESSIONS (classes) – Starting: Week of OCTOBER 12TH – Ending: week of DECEMBER 14Th - Pick and Choose Your Classes (or join all!!!!)

STARTS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14TH 6:30 AM

BODY CONDITIONING - Informed by the latest findings in exercise science and functional exercises, instructor focuses on strengthening and fine-tuning major muscle groups. This cutting-edge workout makes use of various equipment.

STARTS WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14TH 6:30 PM

YOGALATES -Combining the core focused strength of Pilate’s with the fluidity of Yoga. Helps strengthen your core and lower back with Pilate’s style exercises while you create flexibility and alignment through Yoga postures focusing on the breath.

STARTS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18TH 10:30 AM

COMBO- Sunday morning…..75 MINUTE CLASS yogalates and body conditioning !!!! 

Early Registation:
10 weeks 1 class Before Sept.30th$250 ($25 per cl.)
After Sept. 30th$275 ($27.50 per cl.)

10 weeks 2 classes Before Sept. 30th$400 ($20 per cl.)
After Sept. 30th$450 ($22.50 per cl.)

Walk-ins welcome- $30 per class

CALL AND REGISTER NOW TO RESERVE A SPOT FOR THE

INTRO CLASS ON OCTOBER 11TH AT 10:30AM- 12:00PM

JASON ZORETZKY OWNER OPTC 845-268-3494
DIANE FINKELDAY 845-304-9157

Optimal Kettlebell Training For Fat Loss

September 14, 2009 by optc  
Filed under Blog - Rockland Fitness Training

Kettlebells for fat loss in Rockland County     

In today’s Society it seems like all of us are plagued with ADD. Especially when it comes to exercise. We all know that we need to workout and eat right. And when we finally do get our butts to the gym – we can’t seem to find the “right program” that not only works, but allows our attention spans to focus and enjoy ourselves while doing it.

In my opinion that’s why we have such an obesity problem. We simply get bored at the gym.

And we all know what happens when you get bored at doing something Right?

Yup! We don’t do it!!!

That’s a reason why we are FAT as a society…

So today I want to enlighten you to an old school fat loss tool. It’s a simple piece of exercise equipment from russia that has been around for hundreds of years. It’s a Kettlebell – and it’s great for fat loss.

What is A Kettlebell?

A kettlebell is a cast iron cannon ball with a horse-shoe shapped handle welded onto it.

Why Use a Kettlebell?

Besides being incredible FUN – Here are the benefits of Kettlebells;

Total body exercise – with kettlebell training you have no choice but to work your entire body.

Strength and flexibility (and agility!) are developed togetherwith kettlebell training – no dumbbell, barbell, or other form of exercise will give you the same 1 – 2 punch as a kettlebell!

Metabolism maximizer – calorie-burner – Gut melter!!! With kettlebell training you will elevate your metabolism(during and for hours after exercise), burn tons of calories and literally melt fat away from your waistline ;-)

Time efficient - With Kettlebell training you will get 2 – 3 tmes the amount of work done in around half the time of traditional body building (body part split) routines or machine based programs.

You can Use them any where – As you can see from the pictures, kettlebells can be used to workout anywhere with little other equipment needed.

Even at the beach – BOY!!!

Kettlebells are excellent training tools for women and Children. Kettlebells come in all weights, and the light, rubberized ones are perfect for women and children.
kettlebell training is excellent for weight loss and body-shaping – two common goals in females – and also for preventing obesity, which is a growing problem among children today. We’ve got to get people off all the tradmills (and other aerobic machines) and fixed axis machines and into some RESULTs Producing (kettlebell) exercise.

Check this video out – then tell me the above statements are false

JZ

PS – wanna learn how to lose fat & utilize the bell with an expert Kettlebell certified instructor?  Then call 845.268.3494 to find out more information regarding Optimal Kettlebell classes. For a limited time we are offering free kettlebell classes to athlete and fitness enthusiasts by a “REAL” certified Kettlebell Expert! Call 845.268.3494 or email me (jasonz@optcfitness.com) to find out when we are holding these free classes.

Get fatter or Get leaner – your choice

September 9, 2009 by optc  
Filed under Blog - Rockland Fitness Training

So it’s September again. Its crazy how time flies’s huh?

Anyway, it’s that time of year again. You know the fall, back to school, football, and yes – the dreaded holiday season (Which is rapidly approaching btw).

Between Thanksgiving and New Years Eve – it is said that the average American gains ten pounds of fat.

Now, I’m not sure how accurate that number is, but I know one thing is for certain – the majority of people gain weight this time of year!

And when we welcome the New Year, people will join gyms and hire personal trainers in droves to lose those same ten pounds (and then some)!

I have already heard people talking about it – “I’ll try to maintain until the New Year and then start losing weight again”.

It just doesn’t make sense to me…

There is currently over sixteen weeks until New Years (I know – I remember last winter like it was last month).
So why wait over 4 months to start losing weight, especially through the 4 hardest months of the year in (terms of sticking to a fat loss diet).

Think about it, from Now till the New Year obstacles (parties and gatherings where an abundance of food and alcohol are present) are all over the place.

You have the Jewish holiday’s late September/early October (that’s for my Jewish readers out there), Halloween, thanksgiving, Christmas and Then New Years.

No wonder why people want to wait – it seems like there is not enough time to get your fitness and nutrition plan going with “full steam ahead”.

I disagree!!!

If you plan it out right and commit to the 90%/10% nutrition rule we live by at Optimal Performance, then it shouldn’t be as hard as you think.

In fact, it’s quite possible to cut sixteen to thirty-two pounds of fat by the end of the New Year – It’s only one to two pounds per week you know.

Very, very doable.

If you plan it out right you can save your cheats and bad meals for the holiday’s parties where you can enjoy burgers, holiday feasts, drink booze, etc… And still stay on track, lose fat and completely transform your body by January.

All you have to do is commit and plan your nutrition a bit – Then when you hit the New Year’s party, you’ll be ten, twenty or thirty pounds leaner.

And assuming the average American will gain ten pounds by then — you’ll be AT LEAST 20lbs leaner than your friends and be envied by everyone around you (can we say “get out that little black dress)

JZ

PS – Optimal Performance makes it easy, quick and affordable to commit to a program so you can lose weight and look great – it’s called The Optimal Fitness Express (http://www.rocklandfitnesstraining.com/rockland-countyfitness-express/)! Go check it out here – http://www.rocklandfitnesstraining.com/rockland-countyfitness-express/  we we even offer a free trial so You can see how you can get results fast – visit www.optimalfitnessexpress.com to get your own free trial coupon