Make Your Body Your Machine : Boot camp workout

TRX Community Featured Member: Nia Merced

FitnessAnywhere — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Although Nia has been training and instructing group exercise classes for over 10 years, this is actually her second career. While working as a medical secretary she ballooned to 200 lbs and decided that she needed a change. She dusted off her gym membership and got moving. Soon after that, she decided that she wanted to teach classes and found her true passion in instructing and training! Her claim to fame is training the Season 4 winner of The Biggest Loser and afterwards being on the Tyra Banks Show. Quite a long way from an overweight medical secretary!

How did you first hear about the TRX?

I read about the TRX in a Men’s Fitness magazine. I read everything- you never know where you can learn a good training move. I was impressed how it was invented. I stay on the cutting edge of what is hot and what works and this piece of equipment looked SERIOUS.

What excited you most about the TRX?

What excited me the most about the TRX is the diverse ways you can use it, how easy it is to transport, and the amazing results you get from incorporating it into your workout schedule. I have recommended TRX to a client who is a flight attendant. She travels a lot and doesn't always stay in four-star hotels that are equipped with gyms.

How have you incorporated the TRX into your workout routine/lifestyle?

I love to use the TRX to do squats and lunges. Thighs are a weak spot for me, so I like to mix the TRX up with the Smith Machine. On days when I just cannot get to the gym after clients, boot camp and laundry, I just pull out the TRX and bang out a 30-minute workout that leaves me aerobically challenged and my muscles thoroughly worked.

Where do you typically workout using your TRX?

My TRX workout happens in my basement where I can do my workout in peace. When I'm upstairs my crazy dog Buddy gets in the way.

What are your fitness goals?

My fitness goal is to stay strong and flexible into my senior years.

How do you stay motivated?

I am constantly educating myself on what is new. I buy books and magazines, do lots of continuing education and consult with other personal trainers. We can all learn from each other.

What does it mean to you to be fit and why do you think it is important?

Being fit and strong is about having energy to get through a busy day and accomplishing all tasks. Fitness is about being successful and truly loving and living life to its FULLEST!

Anything else you would like to add?

I've been fit and I've been fat. Fit tastes much better!

You can find Nia at www.vernonhillsbootcamp.com or on Facebook (Nia Merced).

TRX Boot Camp: Ropes & Straps is here

Fitness Anywhere — Thu, 16 Apr 2009 21:35:00 GMT

It's here! You've heard the rumbings across the site, but now you can check it out for yourself....TRX Boot Camp: Ropes & Straps, the latest TRX DVD and guide. The weather is getting nice out and what better way to work out then take two products you can use anywhere, the TRX and a jump rope. If you haven't touched your jump rope since the 2nd grade, no worries. Jump Rope Master, Buddy Lee, will lead you through a jump rope clinic to get you bouncing in no time. Here is a quick video to give you a taste of the DVD.

If you have already picked up your copy, be sure to let us know how you like it! To learn more about the product, click here

TRX Canadian Dive Bomber

Fraser — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 22:49:00 GMT

This dynamic suspended exercise emphasizes shoulder and chest strength while putting a tremendous demand on the whole body and the core in particular. Click below and step up to the challenge!

TRX Suspension Training In Iraq

Fitness Anywhere — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:06:00 GMT

Here are some cool pics sent to us from a Lieutenant with the 2nd LAAD Bn stationed in Iraq right now. If you have a great photo or video of yourself training on the TRX, post it in the Photo Competition section of our forum.

TRX Suspended Scorpion

Fraser — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 17:20:00 GMT

This advanced suspended exercise demands core control and reaction to both gravity and momentum and is an excellent way to create the hip dissociation and mobility necessary for many higher level athletics. It also helps with single leg and upper body strength along with coordinated shoulder function. This tremendous exercise is a strong addition to any mid-level to advanced program.

You should be able to perform 20 pendulum swings before integrating this exercise into your program. Begin doing the exercise at a slow speed and then add tempo and power as you progress.

Where is the craziest place you have used the TRX?

Fitness Anywhere — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 17:17:00 GMT

This was a cool picture send to us from a remote fire base in Afghanistan. It was sent as part of our ongoing photo contest. It crushed the competition!

We know everyone doesn’t have night vision capabilities, but don't let that hold you back. If you've got a rockin photo of yourself or your teammates working out on the TRX, place it in the Photo Competition section of the Forum.

TRX Muscle-Up

Fitness Anywhere — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 18:30:00 GMT

Ever wonder if you could do a muscle up on the TRX? Dion proves it can be done.

Thought Process behind the TRX FORCE Program

Fitness Anywhere — Fri, 30 May 2008 07:09:00 GMT

Fraser discusses the design of the TRX FORCE Program, such as having a lower body focus day, upper body focus day, and the importance of all core all the time.

Fitness Anywhere and Everywhere

Fitness Anywhere — Tue, 27 May 2008 23:00:00 GMT

On May 30th, the Fitness Anywhere training team found themselves in Fort Bragg where they conducted 2 days of orientation training for 100 plus soldiers of the XVIII Airborne Corps. The soldiers were quick to learn and appreciate the benefits of Suspension Training as seen in these photos.

Mission Readiness

Fitness Anywhere — Mon, 19 May 2008 16:14:00 GMT

Hey All

Check out the exercises and the positions of this guy on the TRX and see how they mirror the functional requirements of the job. Good Stuff.