Albany CrossFit Announces 90-Day Paleo Diet Challenge Winner

Albany, NY (PRWEB) April 24, 2013

Albany CrossFit and Crossfit Clifton Park, part of a worldwide movement that is changing the way people think about diet and fitness, today announced that its 90-day Paleo diet challenge has been won by Dave Wilkinson, a 38-year-old engineer who lost more than 30 pounds and 8 inches from his waistline.

CrossFit changed my life, says Wilkinson.

Once an accomplished real football player who played just below the semi-pro level in his native England, Wilkinson had ballooned to more than 240 pounds after moving to the U.S. five years ago and experiencing the pleasures of the American diet and the demands of a busy work and family schedule.

Wilkinson knew he had to do something to get back in shape. He found running on his own five days a week boring. A neighbor suggested CrossFit. Wilkinson found at CrossFit Clifton Park the camaraderie and teamwork he remembered from his football days.

But it wasnt easy at first.

Wilkinson says his first workout with coach Jason Murphy wasnt a pretty sight. He says he cant even remember what that workout was, but does remember he couldnt finish it and took 20 minutes to recover before getting in his car to drive home.

But he stuck it out. Wilkinson began with six personal training sessions and then joined regular classes. Im a very determined person, says Wilkinson.

Wilkinson lost 31 pounds during the 90 day Paleo Challenge, on top of the 10 pounds hed previously lost. His body fat percentage dropped from 28% to 15%.

Wilkinson also recorded big performance increases in benchmark workouts. He can now row 10 kilometres in 37:30, back squat 315 pounds, and do 103 burpees (that include a six inch jump) in seven minutes. Wilkinson is also off to a good start with the very technically demanding Olympic lifts; he can snatch 130 pounds.

Its pretty good progress for someone who first walked into CrossFit Clifton Park in December 2012 and calls himself a pasty skinned English guy who used to be too embarrassed to take off his shirt.

But time have changed. Paleo is the best thing that could have happened to Wilkinson, his wife Kathleen wrote on Facebook. The kicker? Kathleen has now also become a CrossFitter.

Jason Ackerman, owner of Albany CrossFit and CrossFit Clifton Park, isnt surprised. We suspected we were on to something when over 50 of our members signed up for the challenge, but we were completely blown away by the results. Our members banded together to form a remarkable support system. David Wilkinsons success story is just one of many.

Wilkinson cites another factor: his coach, Jason Murphy. Jason was always there for me. I would often text and he always replied quickly, constantly encouraging me.

Albany CrossFit and CrossFit Clifton Park Paleo Challenge participants recorded improvements in diet, athletic performance and body composition and posted social media updates about their experiences.

As the winner, Wilkinson will receive a free one-year membership.But this is not really about winning or losing a competition," said Caleb Nelson, another coach at Albany CrossFit. Thats not what drove everyone. Its really about becoming your best self. Our participants ended up happier and healthier. Thats the real win.

The Albany CrossFit gym began modestly over five years ago in cramped and shared space with a handful of members. It expanded to a second location in Clifton Park two summers ago, then expanded its original location. Together, both gyms have over 500 members.

Why the success for a demanding diet and workout regimen?

"It's the community feeling and the caring," says Albany CrossFit and CrossFit Clifton Park owner Jason Ackerman. "We treat everyone who walks through the door like an athlete, regardless of their current fitness level, and our members are great about encouraging each other.

The Paleo diet was part of that journey. It consists mostly of fish, grass-fed pasture raised meats, vegetables, fruit, roots, and nuts. Grains, legumes, dairy products, salt, refined sugar, and processed oil are excluded.

CrossFit workouts focus on natural and functional movements and are different every day. Every workout is coached and the coaches scale the workouts to accommodate different ability levels. CrossFit uses barbells, kettlebells, pull up bars and many body weight movements including squats and pushups.

And it's a bit like the TV series "Cheers": everyone knows your name. Members strike up friendships, go out together and travel together. A few have even gotten married.

Best Rated Cosmetic Dermatologist Patients Choice Award Winner 3 Years in a Row

Los Angeles, CA (PRWEB) May 08, 2013

Dr. Simon Ourian, Medical Director of Epione Medical Corporation, is the recipient of his third consecutive Patients Choice Award. Dr. Ourian practices cosmetic dermatology at his Beverly Hills office offering aesthetic procedures such as laser skin resurfacing, dermal fillers, and Botox.

I am truly honored to have been given this award again, says Dr. Ourian. I dont work alone; this award is really a testament to the efforts of the entire staff at Epione. We work hard every day to provide our clients the highest level of personal care and attention.

Dr. Ourian was chosen for this award based on the very positive ratings provided by his patients in a number of categories including Accurate Diagnosis, Bedside Manner, and Follows Up After Visits. To quote one patient rating: I have been a patient of Dr. Ourian for the past 8 years. He is the most caring and dedicated doctor I have ever visited.

So much goes into patient care, says Dr. Ourian, and I think we go the extra mile thats appreciated by patients. We contact every patient after every appointment to make sure that theyre doing well and that they understand and follow their after-care instructions. We want our patients to feel as though theyve gotten the best medical care available combined with a five-star hotel level of customer service.

Dr. Ourian has been a pioneer in laser technology and non-invasive aesthetic procedures including Restylane, Juv

DermaCare Laser & Skin Clinic Announces Client Titi Jonasson as Winner of Allergans Women Just Like You Contest

San Diego, CA (PRWEB) December 19, 2012

Dermacare today announced client Titi Jonasson was one of five winners of the Women Just Like You contest, celebrating the 10th anniversary of the FDA approval of BOTOX

Strax Rejuvenation Announces the Winner of its First Annual Strax Gives Back Campaign

Lauderhill, FL (PRWEB) January 12, 2013

Strax Rejuvenation, a South Florida cosmetic surgery and weight loss center, has announced the winner of its first annual Strax Gives Back campaign. The charitable program, which began on November 15, 2012 and ended on January 1, 2013, was a widely successful. Tammy, who resides in Texas, was selected as the winning entry.

The idea of Strax Gives Back involved charitable organizations asking their followers to compose essays that explained how and why surgery would help the individuals. People also submitted their own stories about the positive impact the free surgical procedure would have on their lives. Applicants were encouraged to describe what they would do for their local community to give back if they were selected to receive one of the procedures.

According to information on its website, Strax Rejuvenation is now the busiest elective surgery center in the United States. Over the past five years, the staff has performed over 40,000 procedures on its patients. The surgery and weight loss center has achieved this impressive status by offering its patients the highest quality surgical results, all at affordable prices. The facility has earned a well-deserved reputation for employing some of the best cosmetic surgeons in Florida. The group has an outstanding and proven track record for safety; for example, all surgeons must be credentialed by independent risk managers.

The surgical staff at Strax is comprised of 12 board certified surgeons, all highly credentialed and each with unique skills that lend themselves to specializing in particular cosmetic procedures, the article on the Strax Rejuvenation website noted, adding that by enabling the patients to have the ability to choose from a variety of highly skilled surgeons based upon their expertise and experience, the natural result is enhanced outcomes.

The surgeons, in turn, have the benefit of concentrating strictly on the medical aspects of their professions and not to be distracted by ancillary aspects of running a business.

Strax Rejuvenation also features the latest in state-of-the-art lasers and sterilization equipment, which lead to outstanding results that are extremely safe.

About Strax Rejuvenation:

Founded in 2004, Strax Rejuvenation is widely recognized as one of the nations leading plastic surgery and wellness centers. Surgeons at Strax Rejuvenation have successfully performed over 40,000 procedures since 2004. To ensure patient safety and care, all surgeons that are permitted to perform surgeries on Straxs patients must be board certified and credentialed by independent risk managers. All surgeons prior medical performance histories are closely scrutinized before they are permitted to perform surgery on Straxs patients. Supported by numerous doctors, anesthesiologists, registered nurses and physician's assistants, patients are assured to receive the very best possible experience in a warm, friendly and nurturing environment. Strax Rejuvenation offers Lap Band

Last Chance to Vote for Winner of Fit Yummy Mummy New Years Transformation Challenge, Says FYM Owner Holly Rigsby

Elizabethtown, KY (PRWEB) April 11, 2013

Only one day remains in the voting for the winner of the 2013 New Years Transformation Challenge Presented by Fit Yummy Mummy, says company owner and fat loss for moms expert Holly Rigsby. Polls will be open all day for voters to pick from among nine Finalists.

The New Years Transformation Challenge, one of several such fat loss challenges offered to busy moms through Fit Yummy Mummy each year, began a little over 12 weeks ago.

Fit Yummy Mummy has had a lot of success helping moms lose weight through these short-term fat loss challenges, says Holly Rigsby, owner and founder of the company. While there is indeed a competitive spirit, these challenges are supportive and fun for all involved.

Each Transformation Challenge offered by Fit Yummy Mummy makes use of a unique theme. This year, the company decided to get 2013 off to a healthy start by launching its first Transformation Challenge of the year to coincide with the start of the New Year.

Every year new moms across the country resolve to take up more postpartum workouts and pay more attention to their diets, all in an effort to get their pre-baby body back, Rigsby explains. At FYM, we wanted to really help them stick to that resolution.

For just 12 short weeks, women in the United States and abroad joined the 2013 New Years Transformation Challenge hoping to banish their baby belly and get back into shape through FYMs uniquely specialized postnatal exercise programs.

After collecting essays from many of the women who participated in the contest, Rigsby has narrowed down the challengers to 9 Finalists who have made the most impressive body transformations.

Today is the last day voters can go online and vote for the winner of the 2013 New Years Transformation Challenge. Voters will have to decide amongst 9 women who achieved impressive fat loss results.

Allie, of North Carolina, lost 5 pounds and 3 combined inches off of her belly and hips. Christy, a mother of 2 from Tennessee, lost 15.5 pounds, while Emily, a 28 year old mother of 3 from Pennsylvania, lost nearly 10 pounds.

Also among the finalists are Elen of Estonia, who transformed her life by burning 2 inches off of her stomach. Gena from Missouri lost 16.5 pounds, while Kate D. followed FYMs Trouble Spot Solution product to burn roughly 11 pounds.

Rounding out the list of finalists are Kate P., who burned 13 pounds; Michelle I. of Canada, who lost 13 pounds; and Sara M. from Ontario, who lost 8 pounds.

These women, who all participate in Club FYM, Fit Yummy Mummys incredible online support community for moms trying to lose weight, have put the work into making their dreams a reality, says Holly Rigsby. To me, theyre all winners.

Today is the last day to vote for the winner of Fit Yummy Mummys 2013 New Years Transformation Challenge. For more information, visit: http://www.clubfym.com/public/2013-NYTC-12-Week-Challenge-VOTE.cfm

About Holly Rigsby: Holly Rigsby is the Co-Owner of Fit Yummy Mummy. She offers her clients a variety of training products to help them burn fat and writes a fitness blog for FYM.

Fit Yummy Mummy is part of the Fitness Consulting Group family of companies. FYM releases fitness products for moms looking to burn fat and get in shape. It also offers workout tips through its blog.

For more information on Fit Yummy Mummy, visit: http://getfitandyummy.com.

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