9Round Review Featured on Fit Bottomed Girls

Jennifer Schlozman is a former Weight Watchers Leader Ambassador who is also a runner and a triathlete. She likes to write about her mommy fitness adventures on Fit Bottomed Mamas and Fit Bottomed Girls. Just recently, she had the chance to visit 9Round. She liked it so much that she decided to write a review on her experiences with her first 9Round workout to be featured on the Fit Bottomed Girls website.

First impressions

First impressions are important, and we want our fitness centers to give off a great vibe. According to Schlozman, when she first walked through the door she thought of Rocky. The owner Phil greeted her and her husband as they came in and made them feel welcomed. He was very knowledgeable and explained the gym setup and fitness routine to them. The gym had a small and intimate type of setting in her opinion. She was feeling big and bad from the lighting. It made her feel empowered and ready to put on her gloves and break in all the heavy bags.

The Routine

9Round’s fitness routine revolve around nine challenging stations. Each station features a different exercise and lasts for three minutes. According to Schlozman, each station had a sign instructing you through the circuit. The owner, Phil, gave them a quick overview and walked around, focusing on their form during the 30 minutes. He started a timer on the wall that had three lights — one for the circuit, a 30-second buzzer for one last push and the last buzzer to complete the circuit. Between the third and first buzzer he had them do some Tabatas; then as soon as that first buzzer rang, they were on to the next circuit.

Exercise High

Schlozman found the 9Round fitness routine to be a go, go, go type of fitness routine, which also happens to be just what she loves! Schlozman stated that once she had her gloves on, she felt like a real competitor! She was giving it her all and having a great time punching, kicking, lifting, pulling and pushing so many different bags! The music was pumping, and Phil was shouting words of encouragement. It was so much fun! She and her husband both felt pumped up from the heavy breathing and all the bags moving simultaneously.

    9Round is the perfect way for even the busiest person to fit in a full body workout that is guaranteed to give you the results you want. The routines are only thirty minutes long, and the best part is that there are no class times. You can walk into your local 9Round any time they are open and start your workout. So, in the words of Schlozman, “Have fun, put your dukes up and tell them Fit Bottomed Girls sent you!”

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KOLO 8 News- 9Round Reno Is a Perfect Fit for Our Busy Schedules

How many of us can never find enough time in the day? Most of us can relate to this, but you would think that with all of our technological advances there should be more time in the day for us to enjoy ourselves or relax. However, with all our new technology to help us throughout our day we still can not seem to figure out how to add more hours in the day. In today’s world there actually seems to be less and less time. Our schedules just seem to get fuller and fuller, and we become stressed out and running from one place to the other. When you have work, family and social commitments, how can you schedule the time necessary to workout? It can seem impossible for most of us, but according to KOLO 8 News a 9Round fitness routine may be the answer that most of us are searching for. 

One of the biggest excuses people use for not working out is not having enough time. Wouldn’t it feel great knowing that you could easily overcome this excuse? Well, 9Round is here to help. 9Round offers a full body kickboxing fitness routine in only thirty minutes. You do not need to set aside a lot of time to get in an effective routine that can give you the results that you want. 9Round’s circuit training format also eliminates the need to have scheduled class times. You can stop by during regular gym hours and start your workout without having to worry about making a 5:00 or 6:00 class time. This can take a lot of the hassle out of your fitness routine and also your life. 

In the article Tammy Wadsworth, who like most mothers, can barely find enough time in her schedule to sleep let alone find the time to workout stated, “I’m a full-time working individual, I have a daughter and a family and all those other commitments that come with being an adult and plenty of excuses for not going to the gym.” When she discovered 9Round three months ago, she ran out of excuses. She is enjoying the results that her fitness routine is giving her. In only three months she is seeing a better toned body, more energy and enjoying the feeling of having her clothes fit better. According to Wadsworth, “it is just amazing to know that in only three months time a fitness routine that only lasts for thirty minutes could already be giving me these results that I have been searching for forever.”

 9Round is focused on their customers’ needs. Each and every fitness routine is overseen by a certified 9Round trainer. They are there to motivate you, ensure you perform each move properly and adjust your fitness routine to meet your needs. The routines are changed each day to make sure you remain engaged in your workout and never get bored. 9Round is all about helping its members surpass their fitness goals. We want you to achieve more than you ever thought you could and enjoy seeing how much we can positively impact each of our member’s lives. - See more at: http://www.9round.com/blog/kolo-8-news-9round-reno-is-a-perfect-fit-for-our-busy-schedules/

Workout Habits You Need to Drop

Many of us go to the gym to workout, and we may jump on the treadmill or elliptical and just stay there the entire time. We may find our workout routines as just that a routine. We do the same things over and over and become frustrated when we do not see the results that we want. We may be following the wrong workout habits but do not know it. Take a look at some of these bad habits and avoid them to help you lose those excess pounds and have a more efficient fitness routine.

• Stay away from the elliptical. The elliptical does burn a lot of calories, but that is pretty much it. It is easy to slack off on the elliptical and lose focus. It happens to be one of the most boring machines at the gym. You can have a much more effective and engaging fitness routine by performing a 20-minute cross training circuit (burpees, jumping rope, etc.) than doing 45 minutes on the elliptical.
• Having long fitness routines at a moderate pace. A lot of people think that a fitness routine has to last a long time to get results. However, if you kick it up a notch, you can workout for a shorter period of time. A more intense workout that lasts for only thirty minutes can give you the results that you want in no time. So, try working out at 100% for 30 minutes instead of at 75% for an hour and compare your results.
• Losing focus. You have seen these people at the gym. They are on the phone, looking in the mirrors, fixing
• their hair or just standing around. You do not want to end up like them. You want to go into the gym ready to workout. You should have a set plan and follow it. You need to make the most of what little time you have available to workout.
• Strength Training. Most people believe that they only need to do cardio to lose weight, and that strength training is only for bodybuilders. This is not true. Strength training will not bulk you up, but it will build your muscle mass, which in turn will help you burn more calories. It is a great way to speed up your weight loss and help you shape and tone your body.
• Using sports drinks. While most sports drinks may give you a boost, they are full of sugar and excess calories. You should try skipping these and hydrating yourself with water. It does not have any unnecessary calories or sugar and should keep you hydrated throughout your workout.
• Doing the same thing over and over. When you do the same thing over and over, you may begin to find your fitness routine monotonous and boring. It also allows your body to get use to your routine making your routine too easy, which makes it hard to achieve the results that you want. You need to mix it up and add some excitement into your routine in order to get the results that you crave.
• Working out alone. Some of us are able to stick to our fitness routines alone, but others need a partner to help keep them on the right track. They need to be held accountable by someone other than themselves, or their need for competition will help them perform at a much higher rate. It can also feel good to have someone there to cheer you on and motivate you.

It can be hard to find the time needed to workout in today’s world. That is why it is so important to ensure that we are not sabotaging our fitness routines. It is our responsibility to stick with our fitness routine and keep ourselves up to date with all the new fitness knowledge. We need to remain aware of how our little habits can affect our fitness routines and our results.

However, if you are a member of 9Round, you should not worry. At 9Round they give you an intense workout in only thirty minutes. Their fitness routines are changed daily to keep you engaged, and a certified 9Round trainer is with you every step of the way to ensure you perform each move properly and keep you motivated.

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9Round Virginia Beach Is Now Open

9Round is proud to announce the newest member of the 9Round family. 9Round Virginia Beach is now up and running. They hit a few snags along the way and their March 31st opening was delayed until April 8th. However, everything is completely operational now. We are conveniently located at 2301 Urchin Rd Virginia Beach, VA 23451 and encourage you to stop by and experience our one of a kind fitness routines. The first trial workout is always on us to help you get an idea of what our fitness routines will involve before you become a member.

9Round focuses on techniques from boxing and kickboxing and uses a circuit training format revolving around nine challenging fitness stations. Each station will last for three minutes. Because of our format we can offer our members a thirty minute full body workout with no class times. You can come by at your convenience because a new workout starts every three minutes. 9Round Virginia Beach offers its clients a month of unlimited workouts for only $49, which includes the gloves and wraps, a certified 9Round trainer to oversee all of your fitness routines and a convenient online nutrition guide to help you maintain a healthy diet and give a little added boost your weight loss results.

The new owners of 9Round Virginia Beach, Jenna and Jeff Brown are no strangers to the 9Round fitness concept. They are the current owners of 9Round Hampton Roads in Chesapeake, VA. They enjoyed owning their first 9Round so much that they could not wait to open their second location. They are happy to be helping the members of their Virginia community reach their health and fitness goals. It can be truly inspiring to see how much of a change you can make in someone’s life just by showing them a way that can actually work in helping them lose weight and achieve an overall healthier self. They are looking forward to successfully running their two franchises, and who knows, maybe opening more in the future.

If you would like more information on 9Round Virginia Beach or would like to stay up to date on any current gym news feel free to stop by their website or their facebook page. You can also stop by their location or call them with any questions or concerns at 757-321-2933. We look forward to hearing from you and can not wait to give you the chance to experience the 9Round fitness concept. We know you will be hooked just as we were.

If you are wanting to take the plunge and are interested in owning your own 9Round fitness franchise take a second to look at our franchise web page. We have many answers to the most common questions our future franchise owners have, and if we do not address any questions or concerns you may have you can contact us directly through the website. If you like what you see and can not wait to get in on owning your very own 9Round franchise, you should go ahead and fill out the request for consideration form to get on the fast track to owning your own business.

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How to Workout as a Couple

There are so many articles out there that go into depth with how to workout by yourself. I figured it was time to help all those couples out there find some ways to workout together. It can be great having some fun with your partner, while you each help one another to stay fit and healthy. There are so many different ways to do this. It can be exciting just trying to decide what you should do. Here we will take a look at just a few of the options available.

• Take a dance class. I know a lot of the guys out there may not be as excited about this as the ladies, but if you want to romance her this would be perfect. And, believe me, she would love it. You do not have to be perfect. In fact you will probably not be great. It is new to you, and you have to learn all the moves just like any other sport or fitness class. So, stop feeling so shy and go out there and have some fun with your partner.
• Try a martial arts class. It can be a little scary for most of you to think about your partner throwing punches or kicking at you. However, you will be in protective padding, and you also get the chance to kick and punch at them. It can feel great being able to get rid of some of that pent up frustration and anger you may feel towards each other and get in top physical shape at the same time.
• Go for a hike. This time of year when everything is blooming can be beautiful. You can go to your local nature trail and spend a nice day of solitude with your partner. It can be peaceful, and you could even stop and have a nice romantic picnic. You can spend some alone time away from everyone and achieve a few fitness goals. It seems like a win-win situation.
• Clean. I know most women and men hate this one. However, you can burn a lot of calories by just cleaning your house. You will be able to finish your chores and get in a little extra physical activity. The best part is that you can help your partner finish cleaning earlier than usual, which means more quality time with you.
• Have an active date night. Most of us like to go out to dinner and a movie for our dates, but why not do something a little more physically active? You could go play some tennis, go swimming or rent a canoe on the lake. You could try skating, mountain biking or just taking a nice scenic bike ride. There are so many things to do that can get you out of the house and working out together that are inexpensive and even a little romantic, so you should try to be creative and exciting.

Staying fit and healthy can be the perfect way for you and your partner to become closer to one another and help your relationship grow. It is also great for your fitness goals. You may be surprised at how much a little competition and motivation from your partner can spur you into reaching goals you never thought were possible.

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CityPages.com Names 9Round Eden Prairie Best Gym in Minneapolis

Great news 9Round fanatics. We are excited to announce that 9Round Eden Prairie was just awarded the title of best gym in Minneapolis by CityPages.com. This is a great honor, not just for our Eden Prairie gym but for all of our franchises. We should all feel proud that our fitness routine was recognized in City Pages, and all of us should be extremely proud of all the hard work our team at Eden Prairie put in to be recognized by City Pages and the city of Minneapolis. 9Round Eden Prairie put in a lot of effort to earn this recognition. We know they must be really excited and proud that all their time and commitment is being recognized. This award also shows us that people are loving the uniqueness of our fitness routines and all the hard work and long hours that everyone is putting in is paying off.

It is exciting to know that our fitness routine is being so well received by our customers. It just goes to show you that you can break the fitness mold and earn a little respect along the way. We may not be the conventional gym that has treadmills, stationary bikes or ellipticals, but we can easily help people get into the best shape of their lives. Our routines are engaging and different, so people are excited about their workout routines and really enjoying getting fit and losing weight. The ease of fitting a 9Round fitness routine into people’s hectic schedules is also giving them a great reason to sing our praises. How many gyms can offer no class times and a full body workout in only thirty minutes that is guaranteed to give their members the results that they want? I can only think of one gym out there. That’s right, only here at 9Round!

It can feel wonderful getting honored for all the time and effort it requires to run your own business. It can mean so much to know that people are appreciating what you are doing and the community is benefiting from what you are bringing to it. It gives you the chance to see that your members are more than just members. It kind of gives you the chance to breathe and realize your business matters, and you made it. So, keep putting in those long hours and hard work, and who knows maybe you will be the next franchise location to earn an award or some other type of recognition.

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How to Recover After an Intense Workout

Most of us can relate to feeling sore after an especially intense workout. We may have went to the gym and tried a new workout, gave a little too much or just didn’t know our limits. Then the next day we are feeling the burn. Our muscles are sore, and our body is aching in places we never knew existed until today. We usually find ourselves begging for relief as we are dragging ourselves to work the next day. There are a few tips you can follow in order to help speed your recovery and get you back to your workout routine a little bit quicker.

Try to stay moving

This sounds terrible when it hurts to move, but if you are able to stand a little light exercise it can help you recover faster. Remember to listen to your body and keep it light. You could try some easy walking or swimming, anything that is not too intense. You need to wait until your muscles are fully repaired before you jump back into any intense exercise. This will usually take about three days, but everyone is different. Therefore, you need to be aware of all the signals your body is sending.

Eat the right foods to repair your muscles

There are certain foods and nutrients that can speed up the recovery process. According to research studies done in the Journal of Sports Science and Medicine and the Clinical Journal of Sport Medicine you should eat foods high in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon avocados and almonds. It has been revealed that omega-3 fatty acids help reduce inflammation, which is most likely what is causing your muscle soreness. Muscle soreness may also be a sign of dehydration, so it is very important to drink water to combat this.

Switch up hot and cold baths

Alternating hot and cold therapy is a tried and true method many use. It is not the most comfortable method to use, but it does work. You have to rotate between hot water baths and ice cold baths, spending a minute in each bath. According to Terri Walsh, a celebrity fitness trainer, the cold bath acts as a natural analgesic, which soothes your muscles and then the hot bath works to relaxes them. If you prefer you can apply heat and ice packs instead to get the aforementioned results.

Get enough sleep

During sleep, our bodies repair themselves. We need to make sure we get enough sleep to help repair our muscles faster. If you are able to, you should try to take naps throughout the day. However, it may be difficult for most of us to take breaks from our hectic schedules, so you should at least try to get eight hours of sleep to help your body recover.

When you push yourself too far during your workout, you can be sure that you will feel it the next day. However, do not let this discourage you from exercising. You need to learn from your experiences and get to know your limits. You need to allow your body to heal by following some of our tips and move on. You should never let this feeling give you the excuse you are looking for to quit your fitness routine.

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