I’ve been teaching Group Exercise classes for quite a while now and I have to say—the thing that irks me the most—is when the same people find excuse after excuse not to try your class when they actually really want to. I know people that for over three years now have used the “I have [...]
October 4, 2012
Melissa Villamizar
Fitness, Motivation
It’s week 8 of the Biggest Achiever Program, and for the most part the challenges so far have revolved around food, and what we do or don’t put into our bodies. Good nutrition is essential for a healthy body. Also necessary, however, is exercise. Unless you are involved in some sort of rigorous/two-a-day training program, [...]
March 13, 2012
Melissa Villamizar
Lifestyle, Motivation
By now you’ve probably either heard of, or been to one of the coolest Group Exercise classes I’ve ever had the pleasure of teaching or taking, Nike Training Club (NTC). This class was developed by Nike with the help of seven world-class athletes including Allyson Felix, Hope Solo, Li Na, Laura Enever, Sofia Boutella, Maria [...]
October 7, 2011
Melissa Villamizar
Fitness, Motivation
By now I’m sure you’ve heard of these GroupX (Group Exercise/Group Fitness) classes, as they are all the rage! And there’s a reason for that. Maybe you’ve tried one of these classes before, maybe you’re a die-hard GroupX-er (yes, I made that word up), or maybe you’re too intimidated to try a class just yet. [...]
August 9, 2011
Melissa Villamizar
Fitness, Lifestyle, Motivation
I got a big “Congratulations” from the girl at the front desk at the Mockingbird/Greenville 24 Hour Fitness. I didn’t realize this until she said it, but it’s my 2 year anniversary as a GroupX Instructor with 24 Hour Fitness. It made me smile. It sure feels like a lot longer than 2 years, I [...]
August 7, 2011
Melissa Villamizar
Fitness, Health, Lifestyle, Motivation
Hello world! I’ve started this blog for many reasons, but in short, I needed a better way to share information with others like me. I meet so many wonderful people everyday through my group fitness classes who care about themselves and want to learn more and who are constantly striving to become healthier, happier and more [...]
July 28, 2011
Melissa Villamizar
Fitness, Health, Lifestyle