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News Letter - April 2010

Revolution would like to take this opportunity to update you on what's been going on through the month of March.

12 week transformations

Chris Watson
There doesn't seem to be a month that goes by without a mention to one of the Watsons. Well, as you can see from the photo below, we need make no apology. Over the past 12 weeks, Chris has lost over 10 kilos and x inches from his waist. Burberry have now said that they are going to remove his son from their advertising campaign and replace him with Chris.


Jo Neighbour
Jo has lost an amazing 7.2kg since the start of the year, and x inches from her hips and waist. Jo has proved, with her sense of vibrancy and fun, that losing weight and getting fit doesn't have to be dull and boring. In fact, for Jo it's been quite the opposite.

Gail Brindley
Gail warmed up for this year's London marathon by completing the Fleet half marathon in a fantastic 2 hours and 13 minutes. For those of you who know Gail 'bomber' Brindley and wish to sponsor her, she is running for Corus Charity and you can do that through this link: www.justgiving.com/Gail-Brindley



The Secret to REVOLUTION’s Success
We focus on core strength and flexibility training to enable your body to go through the required range of movement. We teach your body to squat, rotate, push, pull and twist. These movements have an immediate effect on changing the shape and composition of your body.

If like so many people you have trained in a big chain health club for years without getting results then you’re probably wondering why? Well the reason you didn’t get results was because you used fixed resistance machines which don’t train your body as it was designed to move. Think about it like this..... You sit down in the car, tube or bus on your way to work then sit at your desk for approximately 10 hours. You then hit the gym and sit and cycle for 10 minutes and then proceed to go from one fixed shiny machine to another and you guessed it, sit down at all of them. When you look at it like this then it’s probably no surprise that you haven’t achieved your goals before.

Remember 'The body is designed to move' (Mr A. Ndoca)

Keep in Touch
Just to let you know that as well as Facebook we’re also set up on Twitter. So to get involved in the daily studio results and banter become a follower on the following link:
or facebook us!

Best regards,

The REVOLUTION team

Tel: 0207 288 6121
Email: info@revolution-pts.com
Web: http://www.revolution-pts.com/

Revolution would like to take this opportunity to update you on what’s been going on through the month of February.

Revolution’s 12 week transformation contenders
In last month’s newsletter we set down the challenge for people to join our 12 week transformation challenge, and so far the response has been outstanding. Below is a selection of those who’ve made a great start.

Mick Hill
Has lost an amazing 8kg since the start of the year, and he is in great shape to take on the London Marathon in April. As part of his preparation, he ran the Tunbridge Wells half marathon in an impressive 1 hour and 57 minutes.

Andy Luxford
Has lost 8kg (over a stone) in the past 8 weeks!

Annie Hawker
We have been given special permission to mention that Annie is 60 years young, and she has lost 3 inches from her waist this year. Her fitness continues to improve and she is now committed to running a half marathon in May.

Nicky and Rhodri
Have trained with Becks and Neil over the past 6 weeks, and have lost 3.5% body fat and half a stone respectively. They are now challenging for Revolution’s 'most desirable couple' title.

Fill out those food diaries!
The results that the guys above have achieved are exceptional, and one the main reasons that they achieved those results is because they wrote down everything they ate and drank.
As a recent article by Steve Mitchell, from MSNBC, states ‘A comprehensive study was carried out by Kaiser’s Centre for Health Research in Portland. It found that people who kept daily food diaries lost at least twice as much weight as those who didn’t keep a tally of their meals.

‘Nearly 1,700 Kaiser Permanente study participants agreed to exercise and adopt a healthy diet, but those who took the extra step of keeping track of what they consumed got something of a booster charge in their weight loss.

‘Overall, two-thirds of the study subjects lost nine pounds or more during the six-month study. But those who kept a food diary every day of the week dropped up to 20 pounds, more than twice as much as those who didn't record their every bit.' Enough said really!

Physiotherapy
I’m delighted to let you know that Revolution is now offering physiotherapy on site. As part of our expansion into the new suite, we have teamed up with Chris Myers of Angel Physiotherapy. Chris and his partners have a wealth of experience and their expertise covers the following:

-Back and neck pain
-Sports injuries
-Knee and shoulder pain
-Post surgical rehabilitation
-Post fracture rehabilitation

The cost of the first session/initial assessment is £50 and follow up treatments are £40. The initial assessment lasts for 45 mins and the a follow treatment lasts 30 mins.

Angel Physiotherapy are registered with all healthcare insurers - AXA-PPP, Norwich Union, Pru Health, BUPA - if patients want to use their insurance.

Chris is starting off with Tuesday and Thursday morning clinics between 7am and 1pm, so if you would like to book then call on 020 7482 3875 or email chris@complete-physio.co.uk

Best regards,

The REVOLUTION team

Tel: 0207 288 6121
Email: info@revolution-pts.com
Web: www.revolution-pts.com

Newsletter February 2010

Revolution would like to take this opportunity to update you on what’s been going on through the month of January.

Revolution’s tough guy!
The thought of going to Wolverhampton would fill most people with dread, but not Revolution personal trainer Aaron, who decided to take part in this year’s Tough Guy Challenge at South Penton Farm.
Thousands of challengers started the endurance race, with hundreds dropping out along the way due to exhaustion or injury - broken bones, dislocations, and over 600 cases of hypothermia. The course takes racers through 21 obstacles - through mud, freezing water, across ropes and burning terrain.
Not only did Aaron complete the course but he finished in an impressive 2 hours and 20 minutes and placed 1200 out of a field of over 5000 participants.

Client Results January 2010

Joanne Neighbour
Has lost 4.5kg in 3 weeks (which equates to over half a stone!) and has now been set at a 2:1 favourite as our next poster girl.

Chris and Liz Watson
Have trained with Will and Neil respectively and have lost a combined 10kg since January 2010. They are now officially REVOLUTION’s Posh and Becks!

Michelle Stansel
Has lost 4kg and an amazing 7% body fat in the last 12 weeks.

Revolution 12 Week Transformation Challenge
Revolution has decided to run a 12 week transformation challenge over the first half of this year. And we would love for you to get involved. There are 2 ways to take part:

1. If you are a current client, or have trained with us previously and would like to come back, you are entitled to free half an hour session with a Revolution personal trainer to set your goals, take your measurements and plan your 12 week schedule. To claim your free 30 minute goal setting session, either talk to your trainer or call Rob on the number below.

2. For those who are unable to train on site at Revolution, you can still get involved via correspondence. This will include a goal setting session, personalised training programs and food plans. You will also be allocated a personal trainer who will be available for any training advice throughout your 12 weeks, over the phone and by email. For further details please call Rob on the number below.

Benedict and Phil achieved the above amazing 12 week transformations – what can you achieve?!

Best regards,

The REVOLUTION team

Tel: 0207 288 6121
Email: info@revolution-pts.com
Web: http://www.revolution-pts.com/

Newsletter: January 2010

Revolution Personal Training Studios would like to take this opportunity to wish all our clients a happy and healthy new year, and also to reflect upon the amazing achievements of our clients during 2009.

A selection of some of the 12 week transformations from 2009

Benedict’s 12 week transformation

Simone's 12 week transformation

Anthony lost 20kg in 12 weeks

Paul lost 20kg in 12 weeks


Phil lost 2.5 stone in 12 weeks

If you’re one of the many people who have set a new years resolution and are keen to achieve results similar to the guys above, then follow the Revolution system to guide you:

1) Set a 12 week goal
2) Be really honest about why you want to achieve your desired outcome
3) Plan your training schedule
4) Keep a food diary
5) Evaluate your progress by taking measurements at the start of your training and every 4 weeks thereafter

Revolution Fancy dress
This year was a resounding success with the final amount raised for the Sue Ryder cancer charity being over £1500. We would like to thank all clients for their donations and also a special mention to Aaron who organised the day. As you can see from the photo, some brilliant costumes were worn and a great day was had by all. My two personal favourites were Neil, who came as a camp elf, and Erik who came as an Umpa Lumpa from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory .

Best regards,

The REVOLUTION team

Tel: 0207 288 6121
Email: info@revolution-pts.com
Web: http://www.revolution-pts.com/

Newsletter November 2009

Revolution Personal Training Studios would like to take this opportunity to update you on what’s been going on over the month of November 2009.

Clients Stepping Up To The Plate in November

Carol Manswell
Revolution would like to say well done to Carol who has lost an amazing 11.5kg and 5.5 inches off of her waist in under 8 weeks. We’re really looking forward to seeing her reach her 12 week goal!


Andrew Hillery
After training and following Revolution’s simple but tasty nutrition plan Andrew lost 5kg in 5 weeks.

Felicity Gorman
In under 8 weeks Felicity has lost 5kg and 5.3 inches off of the waist.

Revolution Sport
Well done to John Director and Personal Trainer who won his last boxing match on the 4th November 2009 at Hayes in Middlesex.

If you’re interested in a course of boxing coaching then contact us via the information below.

The Adrian Francis 1RM Bench Press Challenge
The bench press challenge is going great so far with 30 people posting fantastic weights! Here’s are the leaders for the men and women:

Men

1) Armin Forsner - 117kg
2) Paul Andrew - 112kg
3) Brett Wood - 110kg

Women

1) Annie Howie - 52kg

2) Seema Salam - 47.5kg

3) Jacqui Shelley - 40kg

Christmas Gift Voucher
Still looking for that perfect Christmas gift? Why not buy a Revolution Personal Training Voucher for a friend or family member to delicately let them know that it’s time to get in shape! Remember nothing says ‘I love you’ like a gesture of kindness crossed with a kick up the behind.
If you're interested in buying a gift voucher email Rob on the contact details below.

Best regards,

The REVOLUTION team

Newsletter - October 2009

Clients Stepping Up To The Plate in October

Steve Vullo

A massive congratulations to Steve who fought in his first white collar boxing match. The bout was staged at the Grosvenor Hotel and there were 850 people in attendance. The event raised £50,000 for the Bobby Moore Foundation. Read his testimonial below.

Alicia Poh

Came back to us after having her first child and after just 8 weeks of training ran a 10km event in 59 mins and 34 seconds and has also dropped her body fat by 4.5%.

Ana Vanessa

Four weeks into her 12 week transformation goal, Ana lost 7kg and lost 3 inches off her waist and is feeling fitter than she has for many years.

Faye O’Reilly

Has just completed her 12 week goal and lost an amazing 10 kilos! She also now fits in to her favourite dress she hasn’t worn for years. Her husband Ian is a very happy man!

The Adrian Francis 1RM Bench Press Challenge

The latest challenge is here and it’s the first strength competition of the year. This challenge comes with only one requirement, after you lift your best bench press weight, you have to stand up and like Sly Stallone from the first Rocky movie and shout ‘Adriannnnnnnn’. The leaders so far are as follows:

Men

1) Paul Andrew 107kg

2) Adrian Francis 95kg

3) Bally 85kg

Women

1) Annie Howie 49.5kg

2) Jacqui Shelly 40 kg

3) Ana Vanessa 35 kg

Christmas Gift Voucher

Revolution is here to make your Christmas shopping easier! We have recently had some gift vouchers produced so that you can buy your friends and loved ones the perfect Christmas gift - personal training sessions. What could possibly be better than giving your partner a gift that says "it’s about time you got yourself in shape"?! If you're interested in buying a gift voucher, call or email Rob on 020 7288 6121 or info@revolution-pts.com

Steve Vullo testimonial

Below is an account from one of Revolution's clients, Steve Vullo (in red above), about his journey from never having boxed to boxing in front of 850 people in just 12 weeks!

"In June of this year I agreed to take part in my first white collar boxing event. When saying yes, I had no idea what was going to be involved.

"As it was, I boxed at the Grosvenor Hotel in front of 850 people at a black tie do. It was a charity event and the contestants were drawn from the legal world of solicitors, barristers and their clerks. Over £50,000 was raised for the Bobby Moore Foundation.

"I only had to fight three 1½ minute rounds; how hard could it be? I thought I was fairly fit but nevertheless decided to go to the Revolution gym in Angel to properly prepare. I am glad I did.
I would not have lasted 20 seconds if I had not. In fact I did not last that long in my first session with John Grim on the heavy punch bag.

"During the 12 weeks that followed I was taken through some of the hardest training I have ever done, all carefully designed not just to get me fit, but the right type of fit for boxing. I had never boxed before and they taught me that too, carefully pushing me further and further.

"In the last 4 weeks it took over my whole life and everyone at Revolution helped me out and supported my efforts, even down to choosing my ring name, ‘Steve The Steam Train Vullo’ (which has to be said in a long slurring southern state U.S. accent) and my entrance music.

"On the night, John Grim volunteered to be my corner man and without him preparing me mentally the night would have been very different indeed.

"My opponent was 6’3”, I am half Sicilian and the other half is less than 3 feet but everything came together on the night and I am now basking in the glory of having put on a really good show and fighting hard all the way through the three rounds.

"The fight was on October 9th but every day I see colleagues in court who rush up to talk about the night. If I had jogged a bit in the park as I originally planned to do, I would have been in big trouble. As it was, my decision to go to Revolution left me as prepared as I could possibly have been and it showed. I am massively grateful to all of them, but especially John Grim who saw me through not just the lion share of the training but the fight itself.

"It has without doubt been one of the most interesting and rewarding things I have ever done. If anyone is unsure whether to give it a go, I would say do it but get professional training behind you to get the most out of it. I did".

Stephen Vullo is 42 years old and a barrister at the Chambers of William Clegg QC at 2 Bedford Row in London. He had never boxed before.

Revolution Personal Training Studios in action!

News Letter

Revolution Personal Training Studios would like to take this opportunity to update you on what’s been going on over the month of September.

Clients Stepping Up To The Plate in September

Will Storr
An amazing transformation from Will Storr. He stuck religiously to the food plans, training regimes and due to that as you can see achieved an incredibly cut look in just 12 weeks!

Mark Ravenhill
Over the last 12 weeks has lost half a stone, reduced his body fat by 5% and is fitter and healthier than he has been in years! Mark is one of Britain’s most famous play writes and his latest play is called ‘Nation’ and is at the National theatre and is showing from the middle of November.

Paula Khan
Has been a client with revolution for over 3 years and proved that whatever stage of training your at you can reset your goals at any time. Over the last 12 weeks has dropped half a stone and is now determined to keep it off!

Annie Howie
No that isn’t our trainer Erik going for a Sunday morning run it’s Annie raising money for the ‘Gorilla Organisation ’. She ran 7km through London in under 1 hour.

Ben Cranham
Taking Revolution’s nutritional advice a bit too literally, Ben Cranham ran a half marathon dressed as a banana. Does this have any relevance to his goals? Probably not but it’s still a great (if not slightly bizarre) achievement.

The Paul Morris 250m Rower Challenge
The 250m Rower challenge has now finished with Paul Andrew and Jacqui Shelly winning the men’s and women’s competition respectively. It was one of the best challenges so far with over 60 clients taking part. A special mention to Paul Morris who after a slow start came back to post a time of 46.1 secs. A fantastic effort taking into consideration that Paul is 58 years of age!

The top 5 places are as follows;
Men

1) Paul Andrew - 41.0 sec
2) Brett Alegre - 41.0 sec
3) The Stig - 41.6 sec
4) Matt Brown - 41.7 sec
5) Armin Forstner - 42.0 sec

Women
1) Jacqui Shelly - 48.3 secs

2) Emily van Eyssen - 49.8 secs

3) Annie Howie - 51.9 secs

4) Sarah Moorjani - 53.8 secs

5) Rebecca Rawlinson - 54.4 secs

Refer a Friend!
If you refer a friend, family member or work colleague who purchases a block of 6 or 12 personal training sessions, then we would like to reward you with a complimentary personal training session.

Best regards,

The REVOLUTION team

Tel: 020 7288 6121
Web: http://www.revolution-pts.com/