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I’m in love with our new website!

I know this will become one of my favorite posts I’ve ever written.  Not because I think it will be better written than any others, but because I get to talk about a project that I’ve been working on for 10 months.  In fitness, and I think in general these days, that’s a large amount of time to spend on any one project.   This week, after many many hours of angst and sweat, from thinking not even working out, I have completed the first phase of a much larger project.  We have a new website with a new look and it’s live right now!  You can check it out now or continue reading!

I’ve loved all of my previous websites.  We’ve had four including this latest version.  They are like children in that you pour your heart and soul into their development and hope that others will see what you see in them.  But after 13 years in business, I’ve realized that websites need updating more frequently than ever.  Technology gets outdated quickly, trends change, and most importantly, our business has grown and evolved.  It has become more complex, and because of that we needed a website that has all of that important information, but is also easy to navigate and update.  That’s no easy task, but I think we’ve done a pretty good job with this latest website.

I must thank a few people who really helped me see this project through.  First, my partner Mike, kept me going throughout.  He’s brilliant at making one of my favorite quotes come to life.  Stephen Covey said, “The main thing is to keep the main thing the main thing.”  That is never more important than when working on a gigantic project.  Mike was always there to support and gently steer me back on track.  On my own section of the website, which is still in development, I’ll be posting my suggested reading list as well as my favorite quotes, and of course writing blogs.  Check it out here.

Next I want to thank Adam, one of our team members.  He stepped up to the plate to be my assistant, and I’m not sure he knew what he was getting himself into.  He’s helped me take the many many photos I needed for the new site – and I am truly a novice at photography. But every photo on the site was taken by me – except the ones of me – those I set up and had Adam pose until I got the shot I wanted, and we switched places and he snapped the shot.   And, being the exceptional writer that Adam is (check out his bio in proof), he helped me write and edit the site, a lifesaver for sure!  And Adam’s joyful personality kept me going on days when I could have easily thrown the towel in.  You’re a gem Adam – you truly are.

Next, I want to thank Devon, another of our talented team members.  (She also runs Beach Body Clinic – Check it out here) Her Photo Shop skills are appreciated by everyone on our team – not that my team needs all that much help.  Take a look at our team page and you’ll see for yourself how gorgeous my team is – and the fact that they’re also extremely talented instructors is a bonus for us all!  Most of the Photo Shop work Devon did was taking out or changing the backgrounds and putting people together in photos that weren’t actually there together when I took the photo.  Photo shop is truly amazing!

And no good writing (even of website content) goes without a great editor.  Monica, who works at our Front Desk, was so quick to see things that I didn’t, and I had been looking at these pages for months.  She’s really an asset for JGF&P in many ways.

And none of this would have been possible without my web expert, Chris, from Word Press Learning Center.   He has been amazing!  Great to work with and so so nice!  Give Word Press LC a call if you need any help with your site!  But remember, I have first dibs on Chris.

Finally, my team endured photo shoot after photo shoot after photo shoot and they were always willing to help out, with a big smile and sometimes holding challenging positions forever while I got the perfect shot.  I know that I always say that I have the best team in fitness and Pilates, but I really do.  I simply would not be where I am today without these amazing men and women that make up the JG team.  So hats off to you all.  Thank you so so much!

Now, I hope that you take some time, watch our very quickly put together tutorial on the homepage on how to navigate the new site.   And, of course, give me your feedback about our new site.  But please, be gentle… this is one of my children you’re critiquing… after all.

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Jamie Casey joins me for some Saturday Night Disco!

I’m so lucky to work with such amazing instructors at our studio and around the world. This week on JG TV, I’m joined by Jamie Casey for another exercise in the series, Some Of My Favorites.

Jamie is showing us one of her favorite exercises we’re calling Saturday Night Disco. It’s so challenging and creative. It has multiples layers and Jamie makes it look too easy. Jamie and I also give you ways to make the exercise more and less challenging. This is one of the best in the series, so be sure to check it out. See the link below.

Click here to watch Saturday Night Disco.

And for more exercises visit JG TV on our website today at:
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This week on JG TV

I’m so excited to post this next video. It truly is one of my favorite exercises, so it’s perfect that it’s part of my series “These are some of my favorites.” I know you’re going to love Pike Push-up on a Ball. I’m joined by fitness expert, Jake Robinson, for this challenging and fun, upper body and core exercise. Check it out.

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Bicycle on a Ball! Kelly Curtis joins me for this challenging exercise on JG TV

I love this exercise! It’s a plank, on a ball, with moving parts. It doesn’t get much better than that for me. And Kelly does an amazing job demonstrating and showing how you can make the exercise a bit easier, if it’s too much. But, my favorite part is when she shows you how to make the exercise even more challenging by adding movement in a different plane. It’s a concept called perturbation and it’s so cool and so challenging – so make sure to watch the short video clip to the end. Enjoy!

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Our latest JG TV series, Some Of My Favorites, adds another exercise clip.

Check out this week’s, JG TV episode. I’m joined by Fitness Expert and JGFP Instructor Jake Robinson. He’s showing us one of his favorite exercises, Superman On A Ball. It’s a simple and awesome exercise for the back, glutes, and hamstrings.

 

I love that we show ways to make the exercise harder and easier. Check it out and let me know what you think.

John

Superman on a ball

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Now featuring, “Some Of My Favorites” on JG TV

I’m so happy to show off our new series, “Some Of My Favorites,” Featuring some of the Fitness Experts that teach with me at LiveMetta Pilates. Check out our first 3 videos:
1. http://youtu.be/pilK90_w_Hk The intro which gives you information about what the series includes and how it was shot.
2. http://youtu.be/bjJZwsoa4eY The first exercise in the series featuring Chase Owens as our guest instructor: Sideways Crunch. Very challenging and fun full body exercise. Chase makes this one look much easier than it is, but we give you ways to make it easier and more challenging.
3. http://youtu.be/GoaSYQFYAu0 The next exercise in the series features Jamie Casey as our guest instructor with the exercise Liberty Lunge. Jamie is a great instructor and gives super clear instruction and show great technique.

We’ll release a new video each week so check back and / or subscribe to our youtube channel at http://www.youtube.com/user/jgpilates

See you soon.

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Our New Video Series – All you need is you!

I’ve put together a series of exercises for a workout program called “All You Need Is You.”  It’s a challenging group of exercises that covers all the muscles in the body.  And the best part is that you don’t need any exercise equipment.  Just you!  That means it’s perfect for when you can’t make it to the gym or when you’re traveling.  We have 12 exercises in the series and we release a new exercise each week.  So far there are two videos ready for viewing.  The first is Push-up play time and those of you who know me, know that I LOVE push-ups.  I think it’s the perfect exercise.  There are so many ways to make a simple exercise harder or easier.  The second exercise in the series is the Power Lunge Sprinter.  This is a really dynamic exercise that involves stability, balance and power (a combination of strength and speed).  So check out our series and let us know what you think.

Stay tuned, we’ll post a new exercise each week.

Here’s the link.  https://education.livemettapilates.com/jgfit-tv/

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Next XTC Program begins Monday, April 1

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 One of my favorite programs we’ve ever offered is XTC (extreme training camp). I love it because it’s a 4-week commitment with one coach. You work out 4X per week and every workout is specifically designed to be high intensity and give you the biggest bang for your buck. Your workouts get progressively more challenging throughout the program and because there is a small group (only 12 people max), you get tons of personal attention from the coach. There is also accountability, which is a key component to achieving your goals.  The coaches will hunt you down if you have unannounced absences.  Plus, there is initial and ending measurements including weight, body composition, and fitness assessments, so you can measure your progress.

This coming round starts April 1, on our 12 year anniversary date. We have 2 time slots.   You can sign up by calling the studio at (562) 430-3006.  Or if you’re still not sure, call and set up a free Fit Desk Appointment with Chase or Alexen.  They’ll explain the program and help you decide if it’s the best choice for you.  If not, they’ll help you find the classes or program that will help you get to your goals the most efficient way that fits into your budget and schedule.  Go extreme!

Chase7AM M/T/W/Th with Chase – a force to be reckoned with

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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320090_270653219620661_3550428_n7pm M/W; 7:30pm T/Th with Alexen – the energizer bunny

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