It's Official

Now is your chance! Apply for the "Winter 2011" round of Project: Bridging the Wellness Gap. The application process officially begins December 1st and concludes December 21st. Check back on December 1st for ALL the dates and details you need to know in order to apply for the upcoming Project!

New for 2011:

• Two locations for participation - I will be hosting group meetings every week at Cityoga (www.cityoga.biz)/Monon Coffee Company Downtown and our gym, PR Fitness (www.prfitness.net)
• Discounts for previous Project participants
• Discounts for couples who get accepted into the program
• Discounts for members of PR Fitness
• Updated training programs
• Updated training manual
• Updated Yoga audio CD
• New BTWG web site
  
• New BTWG shirts
• More...

If you have ever wanted to participate in your own "Project", or if you have participated before and want to get a jump start for the New Year - now is the time!

Check back December 1st for all the details.

Be Well,
Chris

BTWG Returning

That's right, boys and girls - Project: Bridging the Wellness Gap is coming off hiatus for Winter 2011. The updated and upgraded Project will be even better than before, yet it will retain it's essence that makes BTWG so unique, special and effective. Details coming in November. The application process will begin in December and the next round of Project Recruits will begin in January.

Project Grads who wish to participate in the Winter '11 Project will have priority in the selection process. So, if you are in need of a "tune up" or just flat out need to start over, here is your chance.

Check back for details in a couple weeks as well as important dates!

Until then, stay tuned to the PR Fitness web site, blog, Facebook page, and Twitter!

Be Well,
Chris

Update...

I have had several requests about the state of "Bridging the Wellness Gap" and if/when there will be another round of the "Project". The answer is, "yes", there will be more BTWG's in the future, it's just on hiatus for a while. For now, my focus and energy needs to be prioritized on our new business, PR Fitness, and the Indy Mini Marathon training group - these projects along with my full time work and family obligations keeps me plenty busy. While I had intended on doing a Winter '10 class, I realized that it simply would not be fair to the participants if I were to do so, as I know I would not be able to give it my full attention, which it requires and deserves.

I envision the return of BTWG in the Fall of this year, and I would also envision the facilities at PR Fitness as our home base - where we will do the fitness testing, hold our group meetings, perform group workouts and more. If you haven't been out to visit us yet, you really should do yourself a favor and make the trek out to Brownsburg. Many of our BTWG Grads are joining us each week, getting fit, and having a great time. Your first workout is free!

In the meantime, I would encourage you to continue to visit the PR Fitness web site where I post several workouts each week that you can do on you own, or join us for a class or private coaching. Also, I just launched the PR Fitness blog, which is where I will continue to post items of interest, announcements and more.

I trust that you will stay in touch and connected to our wonderful group of friends and community that we have built over the past 2 years.

Web site: www.prfitness.net
PR Fitness Blog: www.prfitnessblog.blogspot.com

Be Well,
Chris

Cityoga and Snow

Hey Gang,

I just talked with Mysh, from Cityoga, and she said they will announce any class closings on their voicemail. So, before you head down for class tomorrow, be sure to call and listen for any class cancellations.

Hope we are able to practice together, yet, if the snow comes as they are predicting, let's all stay home and practice. Cool?

Peace,
Chris

Catching Up

While the BTWG blog has been idle, things have really been popping over at the new web site: www.prfitness.net. Please visit the new site, and feel free to incorporate the workouts into your BTWG workouts. Or, better yet, join us for a workout at the new gym!

Things will pick up on this blog in the near future, I have needed to shift the majority of my time and energy into getting the new business up and running as well as coaching our group for the Indy Mini.

Be Well,
Chris

New Web Site Up

The web site for our studio, PR Fitness, is up and running. I have more to add, edits to make, and more content coming soon. Yet, for now, it's operational and provides all the pertanent information. Check it out and let me know what you think: www.prfitness.net.

Be Well,
Chris

Running Clinic

Finally, the long wait is over. On January 30th, 2010, I will be offering a running clinic from 10:30am - 1:30pm. The clinic will be held at our new training studio, PR Fitness, which is located in Brownsburg.

What's included in the clinic:

• "Before" video analysis of each participant
• Instruction on optimal running mechanics. Moving away from the conventional heel-strike method of running and the use of highly cushioned running trainers, you will be taught how to become a mid-fore foot striker. Additionally, you will be instructed on how to use your body and gravity for better running economy and efficiency. Athlete's will also be taught how to use their natural ability to absorb impact and to better transfer their energy into forward motion. Research supports that these methods, principles and techniques are in line with the way humans were designed to run and allows us to run with a minimal shoe, racing flat, or even barefoot! Essentially, you will reconnect with your innate ability to run more efficiently, more comfortable, faster, and you will be less prone to injury
• Skills and Drills to apply the form and techniques discussed
• Class will conclude with follow up video analysis to review improvements made as well as drills to continue working on optimal form

Cost of the workshop is $50. If you are signed up for my Indy Mini training program, there is no fee for this workshop. Want to sign up for the Mini training program? There is still time. Our first meeting is this Saturday (1/23/10). Cost is $125.

This training is ideal for anyone interested in improving their ability to run; from recreational runner or competitive athlete, this workshop will help. Regardless of the distance you typically run, this workshop is for you; from runs assigned in your CrossFit or BTWG workouts, 5K, 1/2 marathon, marathon, or ultra, this workshop will be of great value. I also strongly recommend this workshop to anyone who is joining us for the Dances with Dirt Team Relay.

If you have questions or if you want to register, please email me at chris@prfitness.net.

For directions to PR Fitness, please visit our web site: www.PRFitness.net and click "directions". Let me know if you need additional guidance to our location.

Be Well,
Chris