How do you get a "beach body?" Simple: Put your body on the beach! But if you're the type (And aren't most of us?) whom would feel better about that whole bathing-suit thing by tightening up a tad first, read on!
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Raise the Barre on your Butt
The Results: Bella Barre is famous for its results - toned thighs, lifted tush, sleek, stronger, leaner muscles. Used by VS models for years, this is the program to achieve the strength, flexibility and figure you always dreamed of! Bella Barre is a community of women whom make you feel comfortable in the studio's friendly, supportive environment.
The Time: Go to Bella Barre two or three times per week and stand taller, plus relieve aches and pains. Go four to five days per week and see a trimmer, toned, sleeker physique. Bonus: Their empowering, encouraging environment will keep you going back so you never feel like working out is a drag!
The Deal: Mention Inside SCV and receive a free week of classes when you sign up for Bella Barre's 60-day Summer Slim Down. This is their biggest, most popular challenge of the year and it will get you swimsuit ready! The challenge includes 60 days of barre, seven weekly intensive workshops, nutrition support and more. You will see changes you never thought possible. 299-7767
Create the Home Gym You Want
with Commercial-grade Equipment for Less
Direct Source Fitness is Santa Clarita's only specialty-fitness dealer - and they're stocked with more than commercial-grade equipment. The staff is made up of fitness experts ready to advise you on the perfect machine that fits your space and workout goals. Bonus: You'll be able to shop local, buy direct and save at their factory outlet store on Smyth Drive in Valencia. How's that for convenient? Choose from a wide selection of cardio products, ellipticals, treadmills, exercise bikes, home gym options including free weights, accessories and more. Also cool: Use the ad on page 97 for a 20-percent discount on all cardio equipment through April 15.
Direct Source Fitness 702-1361
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Spin to get Thin
The Results: Competitive cyclists always have fantastic, toned butts! The gluteus maximus is responsible for initiating the downward phase of the pedal stroke. You can't cycle without working your butt off - toned thighs and tight buns are a guarantee at Cycleup! Cycling can also tone and flatten your tummy. The abdominal muscles isometrically contract during cycling to provide stability. And as you burn ridiculous calories cycling, you lose weight around your mid-section and flatten your tummy.
The Time: Cycleup's signature Weigh Down Program has seen riders drop 10 to 20 pounds over the 60-day period with four to five rides per week. With an average of 500 to 800 calories burned per ride, weight loss success is easy! Their Ride and Ripped classes include a 30-minute calorie-crushing ride followed by a 30-minute full-body strengthening workout designed to improve metabolism and muscle tone.
The Deal: At only $99 a month, Unlimited Riders can ride their hearts out, enjoying each of Cycleup's incredible instructors. The 30 Ride Pack - at only $10 per ride - can be shared among family members so the entire family can ride together. Mention promo code "NEW15" online or
in-store for $15 off your first package purchase. 645-3060
Get the "Greatest Results" in Only Six Weeks
The Results: See definition in your arms, glutes, legs, back and abs, plus increase your energy, sleep better and elevate your mood with the help of The Paseo Club's three phenomenal trainers: Cezanne, Heather and Jean.
The Time: The Paseo Club's "Greatest Results Six-week Program: Slim Down For Summer!" is open to both members and non-members. Journey through six weeks of calorie-crushing, fat-shedding, muscle-toning, body-shaping fun. Meet your goals through strength training, cardio, core stability, flexibility and endurance. The program includes meal planning, nutritional counseling, accountability, a cooking class, supermarket field trip and much more. Make your goals a reality and be well on your way to slipping into your clothes with confidence. It all starts on April 11.
The Deal: You get all of the above for $259 for Paseo members and $289 for non-members! 257-0044
Fuel your Healthy Lifestyle at Town Center Farmers Market
Every Thursday from 4pm to 8pm on Town Center Drive near Pottery Barn, you'll find fresh produce, entertainment and
family fun. Shop local farmer stands for organic fruits and veggies, specialty items, freshly-prepared foods and more.
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WE TRIED IT & WE LOVED IT!
Burn 600 Calories in 30 Minutes with an Infrared Sauna "Sweat"
Here's what's (literally) hot in Santa Clarita right now: Organic Sweat Shack in Old Town Newhall. Movers and shakers; fitness pros; the ill; the overstressed... they all want to sweat it out in the Shack's finest-quality cedar-lined saunas. Besides sweating out toxins, improving skin tone, upping immunity and pumping up your HGH, you'll also burn up to 600 calories in one 30-minute sesh. (We looked it up in a medical journal!). Your body uses energy to maintain your internal temps while you relax in the comforting dry heat of your sauna. Folks, this place is bumping. In fact, in its short amount of time open, the Shack has already sold a huge number of their HealthMate saunas to clients who now can't imagine life without "sweat!"
Publisher & Editor in Chief Therese Says: "The muscle tension between my shoulder blades completely disappeared at minute 20; I have never had that kind of relief, even during a massage. And my skin glowed for days afterwards! After rehydrating on the cozy private porch after my sweat, I felt calm, happy and energetic - and slept amazing that night. This is my new self-care habit!"
Try it: Your first sweat is only $25. Signature Sweats are $30 and a 10-Sweat Pack is $200 - or opt for the few Founder Memberships still available for unlimited sweats for $199 a month.
Organic Sweat Shack 678-0880
Use Electrotherapy to get Slimmer Faster
ForeverSlim SCV uses an exclusive custom software program that specializes in area-specific body sculpting through the use of skin-contact electrodes. The electrodes deliver waves of pulses with a repetitive variable pulse frequency to specific targeted areas to sculpt and reshape your entire bod. These pulse waves produce rhythmic and powerful muscle contractions that result in rapid fat reduction. ForeverSlim is a doctor-recommended, FDA-approved therapy with no side effects - only proven benefits! You can finally eliminate those flabby arms and create six-pack abs without dedication to the gym every single day. Reduce trouble spots and get the body you have always wanted. It works! You'll tone and tighten loose skin, rid yourself of cellulite and drop a pant size in as few as eight treatments.
Publisher & Editor in Chief Therese Says: "It's no secret that I don't have time to go to the gym as often as I should, so I use ForeverSlim to get a week's worth of working out done in about an hour. Lorrie, the owner, is amazing and I find it relaxing - I love the 'tingle!' And my thighs and tummy look lovely and smooth when I go with relative regularity - which I really need to do now that it's bathing suit season!"
Try It: New clients can get 10 sessions for only $499.
ForeverSlim SCV 313-4878
Get on Track with Life Coaching with LATTE
Like a Cup of Coffee with a Friend
LATTE Life (Loving Always, Teaching, Training, Empowering) is an organization focused on assisting individuals with identifying and defining internal battles and struggles that are often called "problems." Charlona Merritt, founder of LATTE Life, has over 20 years professional experience and is known for her down-to-earth real talk. Clients love her direct, transparent approach that's full of care and warmth. Her methods are simple: Love! At the root of every problem is a lack of love. Charlona teaches you how to love yourself and trains you how to truly love others. This leads to amazing life-changing transformations. If you've been hoping for renewal but aren't sure where to start, here it is. Get a game plan, revitalize your ways of thinking, have the life you've always dreamed of and become the best version of you!
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