Body Training

Systems have been a huge success in New Zealand for over 20 years. In

the United States, the classes are attracting a lot of attention due to

the fast results participants realize, however, they're still considered

one of the newest "hot" classes to be added to a gym's schedule.

The classes

are successful mainly because they work, they're fun and the routines

are not overly confusing. Rich Boggs, President of BTS, says, "The

class content is consistent, the complexity is controlled and they are

designed to get results." Those who've taken the classes unanimously

agree with Boggs - they work and they work quickly.

Locally, one

of the instructors at Gold's Gym, already fit, noticed a loss of almost

two-inches in her hips after only three months of taking the class.

There are a

number of class types included in the Body Training System including BODYSTEP

and BODYPUMP, two of the most popular classes.

BODYSTEP is

a versatile program that can be self-regulated by participants by simply

increasing or decreasing the step height. The routines are simple making

it easy for participants to lose fat and gain muscle. BODYSTEP is a simple,

athletic workout that shapes and tones the entire lower body and pushes

fat burning systems into high gear.

BODYPUMP is

designed for all ages and fitness levels. Participants use specially designed

barbells with adjustable weights. Every major muscle group is worked in

the class and, per Boggs, "It is simply the fastest way in the universe

to get in shape."

According to

Linda Famularo, Fitness Manager for the Gold's Gym of Fayette County,

she is frequently asked whether they will end up with huge muscles by

women. "Many women believe they will become muscle bound if they

do any kind of workout designed to add muscle. This simply isn't true.

Women slim down and tone up, they are not built to look like the weight-lifters

seen in some magazines. Men, however, should see some gains in muscle

size."

Both classes

are choreographed and use upbeat, popular music to make the classes more

enjoyable. Those taking a class can expect to be motivated by tunes from

current artists like Ricky Martin, Madonna or whoever is singing the latest

upbeat songs.

One thing that

many members - and instructors - like about the classes is that they are

consistent. According to Boggs, "You know what you'll get every time

you take a class. Just like Starbucks - you can count on finding the same

consistency every time you take a class."

The contents

of the class are pre-choreographed allowing class participants to learn

the moves easily and to concentrate on results rather than learning new

steps or moves each time they take a class. The routines are changed every

90 days to add more variety.

Class members

say they are never bored. Another benefit many notice is increased coordination.

You can find

the classes in over 50 countries and over 6,000 fitness centers worldwide.

In Fayette County, the three Gold's Gym locations are the only clubs to

offer the classes. Call 770-631-9901, Gold's Gym Peachtree City West,

770-716-7090, Fayetteville or 770-487-4273, Gold's Gym Peachtree City

East for a current schedule or more information.

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