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  With Santa coming in a month - it might have you wondering what to get your favorite gym goer.  Here are some of my top gym gifts for 2022. 1.  Iron Bull Strength Weightlifting Belt You can end up spending hundreds on a weight belt.  Here is a very economical option that comes in four fun colors for women.  You can also get matching wrist straps .  I opted for mint on both.  In my experience - both are of great quality and an affordable price.  I will say if you are planning on really leaning up in the mid-section and are at the low end of a particular size on the size chart - go one size down.  My small is already at its smallest and likely will purchase a second in XS.   2.  Hydrarank Half Gallon Water Bottle These are my go to water bottles!  Because they are a half gallon, I never have to wonder how much water I have drank in a day.  I usually finish two of these a day!  The sleeve is easy to wash, comes in...

  It’s been over four years since I have taken the stage.  We welcomed our daughter 2019 and while I didn’t stop going to the gym; training was different.  Less intense, less organized!  I went when I could which was not as often as I like.  We have some basic equipment at home.  If you are like me, trying to train at home is distracting - I'd get sucked into laundry or noticing dirty baseboards and the list goes on! Fast forward to 2022. Our toddler is a little human and doing more independent tasks.  Leaving me more time to get in the gym how I like to.  With that comes more intentional training, more precise supplements, and some much deserved ‘me time’.  It feels good to be training more regularly and with intentions!  I think about joining the stage again.  Not sure when as I would have to start all over from a local show to get my bid into a national show.  The ever growing sport likely has changed in these last four year...

Switch Back Tee by tophercouture   Being in the gym does not have to consist of baggy sweats and/or over sized tees.  The fit lifestyle now has fashionable, comfy, and universal items that help you feel good and look good.  Take the Switch Back Tee from Fabletics .  There are three ways to wear it! Go Classic and pair it with another neutral tone tank.  Be spunky by exposing your favorite bright colored or patterned sports bra with its open back feature.  Go sexy and turn the top around for a sensual drape.  The great thing about this top is that it is not just for the gym.  Go casual or dress it up.  The versatile piece is sure to have you going from work to gym to night out for less than $25.

What In The Bag: Gym Edition by tophercouture featuring a red handkerchief Weight Lifting Gloves #harbinger Pre Workout:  Razor8 by #allmax Bandana for those extra sweat cardio sessions Comp Heels & extra suit:  never know when coach wants to see the progress #blenderbottle Prostak filled with 2 days of vitamins, protein, and #allmax aminocore with glutamine stack A few books good for the mind & soul Ear buds Belly band with #amilean cream Burts Bees pomegranate lip balm Colgate Wisps Yes to Grapefruit wipes Resistance band Barney's butter to go packs #nutrex Lipo 6 for Hers fat burner #asics tennies All ready to go in my #sixpackbag Renee Tote w/ meals.  #leadthepack

I pray for faith that my future will be good if I live today well, and in peace.  I will remember that staying present is the best thing I can do for my future.  I will focus on what's happening now instead of what's going to happen tomorrow. Staying in the present moment can often be hard.  Many of us constantly worry about what is going to happen.  We create a web of worry that entangles us and keeps us from the amazing things going on right now.  There are lessons to learn now.  Our best needs us now.  Participation in the now is all we need to assure ourselves that what happens tomorrow is for the best. DON'T WORRY BE HAPPY The constant worry locked in our heads is a negative contribution to our future.  It holds us back from doing our very best now.  It also holds back our future from happening.  Have courage in letting things work themselves out and if we must think of our future; assure yourself that it will be good. ...

The weekend kicked us off with the NPC Colorado State at the Buell Theatre downtown on Saturday July 13th.  Competing in Men's Physique was trainer & coach to The Gym Miss Fits and Mayhem, Chris Williamson, Andrew Armand, and Jesse Lehmen.  Making their way to the bikini stage was Tara Harbert, Erica Cobb, Jen Padgett, and Cortney Romero.  Each of these competitors went along side some of the best bodies in Colorado while overcoming their own obstacles to get there.  Andrew will be making his way to Pittsburgh this coming weekend to compete in Masters' Nationals.  Congrats to all of them and the rest of the competitors.  Placings are as follows: Check-ins Mayhem: Chris Williamson:  2nd Open Class A, 3rd Masters 35-42 Andrew Armand: 1st Open Class A, 2nd Novice Class A, 1st & overall Masters 42+ Jesse Lehmen: 6th Open Class B Miss Fits: Tara Harbert:  9th Open Class C and Novice Class B Erica Cobb: 1st Open Class D Jen Padg...

With the 2012 N.P.C. Rocky only a few weeks away, why not show off all your hard work by booking a photo shoot (or two?)  One of Northern Colorado's most dedicated photographers, Brent Yoder of Capturesque Photography is prepared to get you shots that will make you shine.  He is very professional and used to working with newbies behind the camera.  He offers a creative edge to many different styles including(but not limited to) glamour, swimwear, fitness, lifestyle, and portrait. www.gym303.com 970-219-1530 http://www.capturesque.com http://www.facebook.com/capturesque

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What a beautiful morning for an NPC competition. Representing The Gym are Brian for men's physique, Caitlin in Figure, and Keisha in bikini. Brian looked great! The judges did not do call outs for novice or open in his class nor did they change anyone around.   Keisha got first call outs in bikini novice class a. Only three weeks of dieting and training. . .as always OnPoint make up and hair service added to the total package. Keisha said that was going to be the most fun part! Smaller open class so no call outs.  Caitlin also got no call outs for either classes. Congrats to the Miss Fits & Mayhem as they all took home trophies.  Brian took 3rd in his novice & 6th in open.  Caitlin took 2nd in her open & novice classes, and Keisha took home two first place trophies.  Great work from The Gym and their trainer, Chris Williamson.

Sure, most of us join a gym to stay healthy, fit, perhaps just meet knew people, or take new classes.   Usually gyms are defined as only that- a gym! They are active full of weights and people; but this is not entirely true of The Gym off South Broadway in Denver , CO . The Gym is more than the weights you lift or the classes you take.   It is a family of motivational, inspiring, and dedicated men and women.   “Each day brings new opportunities to positively influence and change someone’s life,” says owner and trainer, Chris Williamson.   This statement sets the entire tone of The Gym.   Yes, they train hard, play harder, and in the end it is about whom they inspired along the way not the trophies on the shelves.   This gym is redefining fitness everywhere! You are sure to meet a lot of friendly faces when you come in for a free week of classes and weights.   There is no need to be intimidated or shy.   There are plenty of men and wome...

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Another exciting and fulfilling competition to really set 2012 season in motion.  The NPC Northern held at Boulder Theatre by Jeff Taylor proved to be challenging and one heck of a good time for The Gym Miss Fits and Mayhem. With the help of trainer, Chris Williamson, Natalie Little, Matt Horton, and Jenn P. Anderson are now nationally qualified as they all took first in their classes [pictures coming soon!].  While the rest of the team did not place, they were all so proud of their fellow teammates as well as themselves.  Take Kelly Adams and James Padilla who both lost over 50 lbs to take stage or Chris Hinkhouse who deals with Albanism or Nira who juggles three teenage boys as well as three businesses.  These competitors were met by their family from The Gym with cheers and constant motivation as well as added support from Mile High Max Muscle owners Ali & Billy Van Heusen. Congrats to all the competitors who took stage this weekend as it ...

http://www.capturesque.com/ The 2012 schedule for competing in the NPC is in full swing with The Northern being only 3 weeks away and Junior USAs shortly after.  The Miss Fits and Mayhem hit The Gym hard with conditioning, strength, kickboxing, and Red Rocks classes.  They add a little fun into their regimen with cooking demos, volunteering, photo shoots, and constant motivation.  This is a team who will go far in many aspects of life. Representing The Miss Fits & Mayhem at the Northern April 14th : Kelly Adams, Adrianne Martinez, Natalie Little, Crystal McClure, Jenn Anderson, Crystal Bragazzi, Matt Horton, James Padilla, and Chris H.  Representing The Miss Fits & Mayhem at the Jr. USAs May 19th: Ashley Dennis, Cortney Romero, lana Hofman, Aly Vissat, Karl Biermann, and Chris Williamson. Each of these competitors has a story and has had to go through trials, tribulations, and make sacrifices to take stage.  We look...

Maybe you want to learn how to prepare and store healthy meals, maybe you are wondering what supplements you should take or are wanting to lose that baby weight. . .open to anyone looking to make a positive change in their life! Afterwards, volunteer some of your time to help the Ronald McDonald House.  They are always looking for people to led a hand in their community!

NPC Colorado kicked off the season with a Novice & Masters Championship Sunday March 18th.  Taking stage was Michelle Lococo, Natalie Little, and Sean Looney representing The Gym Miss Fits & Mayhem.  The venue at Red & Jerry's Event Center was perfect for this show.  The set up was by far one of the best. Prejudging, Sean took stage first with four gentlemen in his class.  His posing was great and he kept a smile the whole time [even after almost walking off stage too soon-way to keep your composure!].  Natalie soon followed with six or seven women in her class.  Ashley Dennis, her posing coach, called out little corrections from the crowd.  You could hear fellow team mates cheering her on as the once semi-silent center got rowdy!  Unfortunately, Michelle did not have very much competition in her class being one of two in her figure class. Finals, Miss Fits and Mayhem all took first in their class.  Sean and Natalie were ...

The Gym has sprung into action with its first competition just six days away.  After shooting with some of the other team members just two weeks ago, Natalie Little and Sean Looney are pumped to take stage.  Both team members will be hitting the stage at the NPC Denver Masters & Novice show held March 18th at 11am at River Point Event Center.  Natalie will be competing in Bikini and Sean in Physique. Though both of these individuals were already very active and loved going to The Gym, they have made major transformations within the last six months with the help of trainer, Chris Williamson, and the rest of the Miss Fits & Mayhem team.  We wish them well on and off stage. For more information about the show or to purchase tickets please visit JEFF TAYLOR .  To see other transformations or join The Gym, please visit THE GYM .  Special thank you to Brent Yoder of Capturesque Photography  and Brett Seeley .

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The Gym is so very excited to have a large group of male and female competitors this year. There are so many new faces and new inspirations continuing to flood its facility.   Starting us off this year is the Denver Novice & Master Championship held at River Point Event Center on March 18 th starting at 11 a.m.   Miss Fit Natalie Little and Mayhem Sean Looney will be competing in bikini and physique.   Right behind them are a handful of Miss Fits and Mayhem tearing up the NPC Colorado Northern April 14 th in figure, physique, bikini and fitness.   We look forward to their progression and pushing them each and every day. The first national event taking place in South Carolina May 19 th is the Junior USAs.   Ashley Dennis, Cortney Romero, Lana Hofman, Kim Hall, Alyssian Vissat, Matt Horton, Karl Biermann, and Chris Williamson fight for their IFBB Pro cards in Physique, Figure, and Bikini .   They all have begun training, cleaning up diets...

Makes 4 servings 30 minutes to prep and prepare What you will need: 1 large lemon 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp kosher salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper 3 small red/pink grapefruits or 1 large 1 large ripe avocado 1/3 cup fresh pomegranate seeds 4 large basil leaves 1 bag of mixed greens or spinach 1 small cucumber Finely grate 1 tsp of lemon zest and squeeze 2 tbsp of lemon juice from lemon.  Whisk zest, juice, oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Peel grapefruit like an orange removing all peel and white pith.  Cut the meat from the surrounding membranes in sections and let them drop into the large bowl.  Squeeze peels and membranes over bowl to extract juices and discard.  Halve, peel, and pit avocado; cube.  Gently stir in avocado and pomegranate seeds into grapefruit mixture. Peel cucumber and cut in half.  Cube half and add to grapefruit mixture.  Slice basil and add to mixture.  Place bed of mixed greens on ...

What You Will Need: 2 scoops Banana Creme Protein Powder* 1/2 cup of rolled oats 1 packet of Fiber Splenda 1/4 cup vanilla coconut milk* 1 whole egg 3 Egg Whites 1/4 cup walnut pieces Dash of cinnamon Mix all ingredients together until smooth.  Pour into lightly greased loaf pan or cupcake pan.  Preheat oven to 400 degrees.  Fill cupcake pan with a little over half.  Place pan into oven and back for about 5-7 minutes or until batter slightly rises.  Lower temperature to 350 degrees.  Back anotehr 7-10 minutes or until cooked through the center.  Poke a knife in the center, if it comes out completely clean, it is ready.  Cool and enjoy!! *substitute with your favorite protein powder or milk substitute.