Wow, it appears that I have not written since Saturday. Here is a brief catchup on my training: Sunday I chose to rollerbnlade around Coronado with Brady. This was a nice change and I loved being able to have together time with Brady. Monday was Memorial Day so I had to get my workout in in the morning so I could show off my body at the beach. Monday's workout consisted of heavy legs (some drop sets) and a mix of cardio. Tuesday we worked upper body lifting a bit heavy (bicep curls at 20lbs) and then I went to spin for an hour (which I really pushed). That catches us up to today...All cardio, I did a nice run outside and really wish my hamstrings and and knees felt like the rest of my body.
For the first time since dieting I added a fat burner into my diet. I chose, Ignite by Next Level Nutrition. The serving size is 2 pills but I have been taking one prior to my morning workout and I feel like I'm on crack. Good news, I made 2 lasagnas (one with pasta and one with eggplant), shaved the dog, cleaned the house,; including all the pots and pans involved with making lasagna and sauce from scratch. Now its time to relax before instructing boot camp!

Beautiful Day

Today is one of those picture perfect days in San Diego. I was able to work on my tan as well as the rest of my body. I ran stairs today, 3 rounds of single step, 3 rounds of double steps , and one round each of side walk ups. Beach Physique workout went really well, we had a bunch of new faces all of different ability levels. I think the greatest thing about our workouts is that there are so many options everyone is able to work to their maximum ability. Today Vanessa and I are off to LA to watch a figure competition, this will be my first ever.

Rough week

This week has been a rough one to say the least. My body has been pretty achy this week, especially my lower back and knee. I don't know which has been giving me a harder time my head or my body. My body is easier to deal with, Exedrin, heat and maybe a little massage. My head is going to take a little more work.
On a positive note, our "boot camp" has been getting some good response and the participants have been motivated and great to work with.

Progress Pictures

So its been about 4 weeks since I posted my first pictures. Aside from incuding my head in these pictures, it is easy to see that I have more definition and have leaned down a bit. My weight has not changed which sometimes is tough to deal with considering my change in diet. However, looking at the pictures from April and the pictures from today, I am able to see change which ultimately is the goal.

Today's workout consisted of some heavier leg sets and swimming. It was really nice being in the pool and it gave my legs a chance to be a minor component of my cardio.

Did anyone get the license plate on that truck?

Wow, yesterday's workout was pretty good but afterward I felt like I got hit by a semi. We didn't lift heavy but my legs just felt like Jello.
Today took a lot to get over to the gym and basically I just went through the motions. I hate these type of days because I just feel angry at everything. I knocked out 15 minutes of cardio at the gym, so I only have 30 minutes left for today. Hopefully I start to feel better and can enjoy my last little it of cardio.

Glad I went.

Today was one of those days where I had to push myself to get moving. I wasn't very motivated to run but I am so glad that I went. First off today is an absolutly beautiful day outside, second my run felt really good. I didn't push any type of fast pace but it I felt good and the run was easy. I ran about 5.42 miles in 50 minutes. My route
Prior to my run I took the dog to the beach for 45 minutes, as he ran and chased the waves I walked in the sand.

Yesterday (Tuesday) was upper body day and 45 minutes of cardio. We split up our circuits with 3 minutes of cardio, which included 2 30 second sprints.

Beach Physique Boot Camp!

So I'm really excited. This Saturday Vanessa and I are kicking off our Beach Physique "Boot Camp".
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So summer is literally around the corner, are you ready to hit the beach in a bathing suit?


There has been a lot of "Boot Camps" popping up all over the place and for good reason. They are effective and affordable. My name is Vanessa Van Overmeer and I have ran camps from here to LA and now I am back in San Diego and have teamed up with a former swimmer/triathlete/ lifeguard/ fire academy graduate turned figure competitor (Lauren Kafin) to give you the most effective workout to get you in shape for the summer and to show off your tanned and toned body!
Our "Boot Camp" is more of a fat burning/ body sculpting class so forget you fatigues and bring your tanks and short and lots of water because it's going to get hot. :)


Free Introductory* Beach Physique Workout:


Location: San Diego Convention Center Stairs (off Harbor dr. )
Time: 10:00 am Saturday morning, May 22nd
Price: First class is FREE


*This introductory class is to introduce you to our program so that you can get a head start on the summer crowd.


Email us to reserve a spot: beachphysiqueworkout@gmail.com