April, 2010

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Listen to Yoda

Friday, April 30th, 2010

badgeThis weekend I am in beautiful Anaheim California for a Fitness Summit. I will be speaking to over 300 of the country’s (and the world’s) top trainers – which is obviously a HUGE honor. Sure I’m nervous but I’m also awesome so I’ll be fine.

In addition to that I have the distinction of having the largest name badge. I am the Flava Flav of name badges (Google him, that’s a semi-funny joke). And you know what they say about guys with large name badges… nothing really.

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A true story that I never shared (video)

Thursday, April 22nd, 2010

CPR-LOGO-MED-SMALL1_medium This Sunday Carter Fitness is hosting a free CPR certification.  Yesterday, I actually remembered a story that I have never shared with anyone.  It is a true story, and really illustrates the importance of CPR.

Check out the video,  and if you can please join us for this free CPR certification this Sunday. 
(sorry, it is from my crappy web cam)

This CPR Course teaches rescuers how to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, such as cardiac arrest, stroke, and choking including relief of foreign-body airway obstruction for adult, child, and infant victims. Students learn to recognize the warning signs of heart attack and stroke in adults, as well as breathing difficulties in children.

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What if you had to “Do Something”?

Wednesday, April 21st, 2010

Hey Gang,

I have something serious to talk to you about today (but I promise to send you some hysterically awesome stuff later this week).

It’s not something I (or anyone) really likes to think about.  But what if someone you love had a heart attack, stroke or even started to choke in front of you?  RIGHT in front of you.

What would you do?  Really, would you know what to do?

Just the thought of something happening scares the crap out of me – but not as much as NOT KNOWING what to do.

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An Open Letter to Evolution

Thursday, April 8th, 2010

evolution Dear Evolution-
(Can I call you E?  I’m gonna call you E.)

So E, I have some tough things I need to discuss with you.  This might be hard for you to hear, but it is important that you listen with an open mind.

Before I get into it, I’ll start by saying some nice things.

So I’ll being with this: Opposable thumbs rock.  Let me just say how much I enjoy my thumbs.  I use them almost daily.  Being able to easily grab stuff really makes my life much easier. It is almost effortless!

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6 Week Transformation Giveaway

Wednesday, April 7th, 2010

I have some HUGE news (and even HUGER news that have been purposefully keeping under my hat).

First the HUGE news:

I have transformed the transformation program.  That’s right, I have made the best transformation program in LA even better. Now, just in time for summer we are not doing the uber successful “6 Week Body Transformation Program”… now it’s the

6 Week BELLY Transformation Program

(Truth be told, you will transform your entire body, but this time the emphasis in on getting rid of that stubborn belly fat!) A full on abdominal assault! Get ready to rock summer with the flattest stomach you have ever had and your best body ever.  We are launching soon, so keep checking your email for the official launch date.

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End of the Road

Thursday, April 1st, 2010

Life is funny thing.  It is full of ups and downs, in and outs.  And when you least expect it, you get a smack in the face- a wake up call.

Two days ago I got my smack:  An epiphany if you will.

end-of-the-road1So here it is…

I have been lifting for over twenty years.  And for the most part they have been good to me, but it is time for a change.  And that is why this is a decision I do not take lightly.

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