Hello Fit Soldiers Family!

We are officially 30 days into our 90 day Revolution for a Cause charity drive. We raised $450 for Judi's House in April!

For the month of May we will be raising support for the Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation and Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

We have several members, or spouses of members that work at a Children's hospital. We also have some members who have been impacted directly by the Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation.

Here is more information on the Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation and Children's Miracle Network.

http://www.childrenscoloradofoundation.org/

Be sure to visit the CHCF website and learn more about how we will help the Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation.

Here is how and we will be raising support for Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation from now until the end of May....

• Water - $1.00 - 100% of proceeds
• Foam Rollers 12"/36" - $10/$25 - 100% of proceeds
• 10 Days for $10 trial membership (sorry free trials this month) - 100% of proceeds
• Livestrong Bracelets $10+ Donation - 100% of proceeds
• Charity Bring-A-Buddy Boot Camp - May 19th @10:00 AM Details to come!
• Fit Soldiers KidFit Camps - We will donate $10 from every May sign up to the CHCF.
• I also have some Rockies Tickets for June 9th! I will think of a creative way to give these away!

You know how much I like goals!

We did a great job last month raising $450.  This month I'm giving us a goal of $1000. In fact Katie and I are already wearing our bracelets! So we now only need $980.

I know we can hit this goal and so thank you in advanced for your help!

Committed to Your Results,

Dave Mura

Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution

2100 East 112th Avenue #2
Northglenn, CO 80233

720-382-5240
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It is finally here!

Fit Soldiers KidFit Camp is the much anticipated and long overdue program for your kids. It will begin this summer!

You all know the impact our program is having on your lives in countless areas including your physical, mental, and emotional health. For many of you this has already begun to trickle down to your family.

I get especially excited when your kids begin to play "Mr. Dave" in our kids room and at home. You have told us some awesome stories such as your kids designing a boot camp in your backyard and doing their child like copy cat of jumping jacks, pushups, and other exercises.

There is no doubt that your children will be impacted for the rest of their lives by the major lifestyle changes you have made for you and your families.

We have been slaving away doing research and going through training on the cutting edge of youth fitness. We have absorbed some valuable feedback from you and based on that feedback we have designed a program like no other that will have a direct and lasting impact on your children.

You don't expect your kids to pay the mortgage, put food on the table, or worry about adult 'stuff' so why would you expect us to train them like adults? That's why we have a program full of endless fun designed specifically for kids!

Our program is perfect for both athletic and non-athletic children. We will give progressions and regressions for exercises so that all ages and athletic abilities can participate. So what should you expect from our KidFit Camps?

Your kids will:

• Have fun interacting with other kids their age
• Learn teamwork and sportsmanship
• Develop a foundation for athletic movement patterns such as squatting, bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting
• Develop speed, agility, quickness, strength, and power
• Increase mobility, range of motion, and flexibility
• Lose weight
• Develop healthy habits
• And Much More...

Here are the details:

Ages 10-13

Session 1 Start Date: June 4th - June 27th (4 weeks)
Session 2 Start Date: July 9th - August 1st (4 weeks)
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM
Location: Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution
Price: $109 per 4 week session
(Family discounts and limited scholarships available)

Ages 6-9

Session 1 Start Date: June 5th - June 28th (4 weeks)
Session 2 Start Date: July 10th - August 2nd (4 weeks)
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM
Location: Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution
Price: $109 per 4 week session
(Family discounts and limited scholarships available)

Committed to Your Results,

Dave Mura

Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution

2100 East 112th Avenue
Northglenn, CO 80233

720-382-5240
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Hello Fit Soldiers and Friends!

April kicks off REVOLUTION FOR A CAUSE, our 90 day charity drive!

Last week we asked for recommendations of specific charities or causes that were close to your heart.

We got some great recommendations and we are excited to support them all at some time in the future.

We have decided to begin with Judi's House. www.judishouse.org/

Be sure to check them out, and read below on how Judi's House has impacted the life's of some of your Fit Soldiers family members!

Here is how and why we are supporting Judi's House from now until the end of April....

“FINALLY!  A Fitness Program That Combines the Social Support and Cost Effective Structure of a Boot Camp With the Individualization and Extra Coaching That Personal Training Provides!!”

Introducing:
Semi-Private Personal Training

From the desk of: David Mura
Owner of Fit Soldier Fitness Revolution
FSFR Semi-Private Training

Dear Fit Soldier Fitness Revolution Family and Friends,

Personal Training in the Westminster, Thornton, Northglenn Area Will NEVER be the Same Again!

YES!  That is a very bold statement, and I’m more than prepared to back it up.

Until now, personal training programs in the North Denver area have been built on a one-on-one personal training model.  In other words, one personal trainer works with one client…typically for a half hour to an hour personal training session.

I’m here to tell you that model, for the most part, is stale and OBSOLETE!

One-on-One Personal training is boring…

One-on-One Personal training lacks energy…

AND, one-on-one personal training is missing one of the most important factors for weight loss success… SOCIAL SUPPORT.

Now, on the flip side, One-on-One Personal Training DOES PROVIDE very individualized programming and a very detailed level of coaching.  Hold that thought…

Right now, boot camps are all the rage in the fitness industry, and rightfully so.  Heck, I know because I run the best boot camp in the North Metro area. 

Boot Camps, when done right, are extremely efficient and incredibly effective for weight loss and fitness.  Plus, they’re just WAY MORE FUN than training alone.

The only downside I see with boot camps is the loss of one-on-one individual attention and highly customized training that Personal Training provides.  Up until now, it’s pretty much been one or the other, but that’s all about to change thanks to…

Semi-Private Personal Training at
Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution

Semi-Private Training is fun…YOU WILL HAVE A BLAST!

Semi-Private Training is full of energy…YOU WILL FEEL ALIVE!

Semi-Private Training provides social support…YOU WILL MAKE GREAT FRIENDS!

Most importantly…SEMI-PRIVATE TRAINING WORKS!

So What Does Semi-Private Training Look Like!?!

• Individual Goal Setting Session
• Personalized Training Program Based On Your Individual Goals
• Semi-Private Setting, 2-4 People
• Personal Trainer Attention. Ensuring form technique, and progressions.
• Guaranteed Results!

Our REVOLUTIONARY Group Personal Training Program at Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution is the perfect blend of Boot Camp and One-on-One Personal Training.  It features individualized programming in a small group (max of 4) with all the energy and excitement of a boot camp.  A typical one-hour group personal training session will  generally look like this:

10 minutes of Tissue Quality work to eliminate nagging aches, pains, and muscle imbalances.

10 minutes of Corrective Exercises to fix old injuries and get you performing the “game of life” at your very best.

5 minute Dynamic Warm-up using functional exercises that will get you moving like a kid again.

5 minutes of Core Stability and Tummy Tightening for your best abs and butt ever!

20 minutes of Metabolic Circuit Training, strength training featuring body weight training along with all the latest and greatest fitness equipment (resistance bands, kettlebells, med-balls, TRX suspension trainers, sandbags, battling ropes, dumbbells, and more!)

5 minute “Finisher” to crank your metabolism through the roof (burn lots of fat), and leave you feeling amped up & ready to take on the day

5 minute Flexibility Circuit to relax your body and get you feeling light and loose all day.

Don't wait any longer to get into the best shape of your life!

Call Today 720-382-5240 to schedule your FREE goal setting session and get started on semi-private personal training.

Space is limited. Call us now! 720-382-5240.

Committed to Your Results,

David Mura

Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution

2100 East 112th Avenue #2
Northglenn, CO 80233

Attention All Runners!

We are excited to be partnering with Redline Running Company to take care of the underserved running community in the Thornton, Northglenn, Metro North area!

Redline has established their running club in Erie and through the help of Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution will be bringing it down to Thornton, to help you become a better runner!

With specific training plans for you and your goals from the 5K to an Ultra-Marathon, and fitness levels ranging from sub-6 to 12+min/miles, Redline has you covered.  They also offer two group speed workouts per week.  All of this is designed by their team of USATF Certified coaches!

Group Speed workouts will be held on:
Saturdays @ 6:30 AM (location will vary based on workout)

Mondays @ 6:00 PM (Typically a track workout held at Century Middle School.)
13000 Lafayette Street
Thornton, CO 80241

Redline Membership Includes:

• USATF Certified Club
• Personal Goal Setting Session
• Personalized 8 Week Training Program
• Unlimited Interaction with Certified Coaches
• Weekly Team Email Detailing speed sessions, thoughts, and motivation.
• 2x Weekly Group Speed Workouts
• Redline Uniforms and Gear Tester!
• Sponsor Perks from Road Runner Sports, Fit Soldiers, Muscle Milk, Powerade, Great Harvest Bread Co.

Redline Membership Options: As a Fit Soldier Fitness Revolution Member you receive a $10 discount per month for both Redline and FSFR! (prices do not reflect discount)

$60/month -- Meeting twice per week for club workout

$50/month -- Meeting once per week for club workout

$40/month -- Online only (no club workout sessions)

*Come try out the group training sessions for free and bring a friend!

Katie and I have been training for our up and coming marathons with Redline since the beginning of 2012.  I can honestly say that I feel stronger and faster than I ever have leading up to a race!
As for Katie. She looks solid! Her form, confidence, and performance are drastically improving and I believe she is going to crush her marathon PR in April!

For more information or questions about Redline call Josh at 303-834-7717 or email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Committed to Your Results,

David Mura

Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution

2100 East 112th Avenue #2
Northglenn, CO 80233

There's no better way to kick off 2012 than this!

If you told yourself that 2012 would be the year you stop making excuses then I've got a great way for you to get started!

New Year, New You Transformation Contest

Transformation Challenge Rules:

• Register as a team of 3-5 people (each team must be a mix of at least one new as well as each gender represented in each group). If you need a group or need more in your group just let me know.
• Challenge runs for 4 weeks from January 6 to February 3, 2012 (weigh-ins and photos due by 6:30pm each day)
• Current member cost: $10 (not including current camp fee)
• New Member cost: $ $160 (includes 3x/ week camp fees)
• Small group Grocery Store Tour + Fit Soldiers Nutrition Resources
• All team members must attend both body composition dates (Jan. 6th & Feb. 3rd. Weighed in and photos submitted no later than 7:00 pm) Minimum dress code, bathing suit, shorts/sports bra, or what ever you are more comfortable wearing.
• Each team will assign a captain. You are welcome to name your team.
• Team captain will gather all team members registration forms and before and after pictures. (If no team give registration from to me.
• Each team will be given a Fit Soldiers Coach. (Lesli,Joey,Me)
• Coaches will pick their top team and top individual transformations (3 total).
• Fit Soldiers members will vote for grand prizewinner online based on photo transformation & body composition stats.
• Upon completion winners (and anyone else who would like) will complete a short written testimonial on their experience
• Winning team members will each receive a $50 gift card, AND you get to create a workout to "train the coaches"!
• Grand prizewinner will receive a gift certificate for a massage, next month of bootcamp free!

Grab a registration form next time your in, or call 720-382-5240 for more information!

Committed to your results,

David Mura

Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution
2100 East 112th Avenue
Northglenn, CO 80233

Typically I like to post healthy recipes on Wednesday but this week with Thanksgiving tomorrow I will change pace a little! I want to give you some tips on how to avoid some major catastrophic weight gain this holiday season. The concepts are simple but the temptations are large. A little self control will go a long way day-to-day and especially on the the big holidays and parties.

Hey perhaps you've noticed some new hunks of iron laying around Fit Soldiers lately... You may have even seen them swung around on the TV's Biggest Loser or maybe played around with them once or twice yourself.

We excitedly welcome the addition of Kettlebells her to Fit Soldiers! The cannon balls with a handle are one of the hottest trends in the fitness world right now. Rightfully so the pack a punch when it comes to benefits. I am extreemly pumped to add them to our tool box and anxious to see the results and fun we're going to have with them.

Let me tell you a little more about them and how the benefits of kettlebells will put your fitness goals into over drive!

This past week in our MYM class we talked at length about plateaus. We dug deep in to the reasons they come along and different solutions for them. Though they can seem deflating when your expecting continued results and suddenly you've come to a screeching halt.

Well I want you to think of that as a WIN. Yes a plateau as a win in your column. Yes your body has adapted to what ever your throwing at it but, nutrition and exercise, think of it like this.  Your body is telling you "I am ready for the next stage" - "I have conquered this routine" - "Give me something new!!"

Now the FUN begins!

I am super excited about this Recovery, Mobility, Flexibility (RMF) week. You all put in maximal effort day in and day out in order to take leaps and bounds towards your fitness goals.

That says a lot about you when day in and day out we are bombarded with quick fix marketing claims to weight loss giving people the impression that it's easy.

As you know its anything but easy. My team and I have been observing, taking note and masterminding with other fitness professionals on every aspect of fitness. The out come, well there were many, in this case I introduce the very first Recovery, Mobility, and Flexibility Week!

The RMF Week is designed to compliment the high intensity interval training that our campers are performing. We really took a long hard look at how hard everyone was working and began to see some trends. Strength was increasing, Big Time that's awesome! Fat loss dropping like its hot. Members having to buy new clothes because inches are disappearing. These are all great things.

On the flip side we are seeing some general fatigue. About six months ago we implemented SMR with the use of foam rolling and tennis balls and this made a HUGE difference in the warm-up, recovery, over use areas, muscle imbalances and total tissue quality of our members. This helped a lot!

OK this one takes a bit of time to cook the squash but totally worth it!

It packs a punch with nutritional bonuses of Vitamin C, A Calcium,  and Iron.  The acorn squash is also a good source of magnesium, a mineral important for healthy bones!

Cook some up and enjoy!

Support Your Community

Hey Fit Soldiers, come and 'crank it' for a great cause on Saturday, October 29th.

We will be in support of:

When:          
Saturday October 29th, 2011

Time:           
8:45 AM

Where:          
Fit Soldiers Fitness Revolution
2100 East 112th Avenue
Northglenn, CO 80233

Donation:      
$10 Minimum Donation
OR
Non-Perishable Food Items

Registration:
https://alluzion.wufoo.com/forms/parq-2/

For More Information Contact:

David Mura
720-382-5240
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New Program For All!

Hey Fit Soldiers,

Over the last couple months I have been behind the scenes test driving a new program option with some members that were going to quit due to budget constraints and frequent out of town business trips. Well I'm done test driving and it's finally ready to roll!

Have you ever found yourself...

-Sitting in traffic knowing your going to miss BootCamp...
-Hit snooze one too many times...
-Maybe the economy has hit you...
-Maybe you're in between jobs right now... 
-Frequent business trips making it tough to be consistent with BootCamp?

Hey Fit Soldiers,

As one of my major goals is to not just get you all fit, but to also educate you along the way. One way I plan on doing that is here at the blog. There is a rhyme and reason behind everything we do to ensure you get the best possible fitness program this side of the Mississippi. With that if you ever have any questions as to why we do what we do, be sure to email me at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it   With that, let me get on to the first installment of "Methods Behind the Madness"

Hey There Fit Soldier Team!

You met Lesli yesterday and learned a bit more about her.  Here now is Joey!

Joey Mendoza

Personal Trainer

Quotes: "You create your own reality”

Favorite Exercise/Workout: Squats and sprints.

Least Favorite Exercise: Mountain Climbers.

Favorite Movie and Why: Varsity Blues. Even though it’s in appropriate in lots of ways, it is a football movie, and I love football.

#1 Food Vice: Oreo cookies with milk = DIASTER!

Favorite Color: I like green overall but I like blue as well!

Date of Birth: September 14, 1982.

Education / Certification:

• BS: Adult Fitness and Exercise Science; minor: Psychology (Graduate in Fall 2011)
• Associate: Arts and Humanity (2009)
• APEX certification (2009-current)
• American Heart Assoc.  CPR/AED, First Aid (2010)

Athletic Accomplishments:

• 2000 Brighton High School placed 6^th in the 4X100, 8^th in the 100 m event.
• 2006 Bolder Boulder: 47:22(pr)
• 2009 Trained in Mixed Martial Arts

Nutrition/Fitness Philosophy: Nutrition is the half the battle, physical activity is the other half, so make part of your daily life. I believe that becoming a competent eater will help everything else fall into place (physical activity, immunity, overall good health). Water is everything because all in all we are composed of 60-70 percent water. Exercise and Physical activity shouldn’t be like a job, therefore make it fun!! NO PAIN NO GAIN…not true just be smart and push your self to make changes. Enjoy life and try new things because it is never to late.

Hobbies: Playing football, indoor soccer, snowboarding, line dancing, riding my motorcycle, wakeboarding, golf, pretty much any sport!!

Best Day of my Life: When I met my girlfriend on March 27, 2010, and found out that I am going to be a father on March 8^th!!