What Type of Person Are You? [Warning: May Be Offensive], Fat Loss

As Winter Garden's most sought after fitness expert, I've had the privilege of helping 100s, maybe 1,000s of people transform their lives. Everything from weight loss, strength gains, increased energy, more flexibility, pretty much anything you can name.

It Takes Two

What has struck me recently, is that out of all these different folks, there are essentially two types of people.

Now... before I go on... please understand that I am not passing judgement on anyone.

I'm not saying someone is bad or good, or better than or less than. What I am saying is that there are people who get results and people who don't. It's just that simple and I've seen it time and time again.

Does the Shoe Fit?

The first type of person is the blamer. These are the folks who blame everything... EVERYTHING... for the inability to get results or meet their goals. The blamer sounds like this:

"Work is so crazy... I can't come to yoga tonight."

"My husband/wife doesn't eat the way I do, so I just eat what he/she eats."

"I have to pick someone up at the airport... there's no way I have time to go for a walk."

"They were serving cake at work so I just had to have a piece."

I'm sure you get the idea and I'm sure you can imagine that these folks don't get very far when it comes to transforming their lives... whether it's weight loss, increased energy, or whatever they are trying to achieve.

And notice that these may strike you as perfectly acceptable, valid reasons. When we use perfectly valid reasons they let us 'off the hook' so to speak... that's their function. But remember: everyone has a stressful life, a crazy work schedule. The difference is overcoming the obstacle.

The next group of people know how to overcome obstacles.

The second person is the doer. These are the folks who do everything... EVERYTHING... to achieve their goals. The doer sounds like this:

"Work is so crazy... I need yoga more than ever, so I'm going to talk to my boss and see if I can come in early tomorrow to make up for what I may miss tonight."

"My husband/wife doesn't eat the way I do, so I make two meals when needed so that I can stay on track."

"I have to pick someone up at the airport... they can wait an extra 30 minutes so that I can get my walk in." [This one is based on a true story... now that's a doer!]

"They were serving cake at work, so I respectfully declined because I don't want to sabotage my results."

The following Winter Garden Yoga VIPs are Doers...

Gloria is a 'doer'. She Dropped from a size 8 to a size 2 while transitioning into a stressful new job.

Jessica is a 'doer'. She's a busy school teacher and in the midst of preparing her upcoming wedding, yet she managed to lose 10 pounds, her muffin ring, and a pants size.

Margaret is a 'doer'. She's an involved at home school mom and very active in the community. She stopped the blame game and now she's more mobile, pain free, and feeling better than ever!

You Can Do It!

One of the many benefits of Winter Garden Yoga's VIP packages is the accountability. Our VIPs are literally surrounded by people who want to succeed. And they want you to succeed too. 

One of our VIP Success Principles is to surround yourself with like minded people. You want to be around folks who will lift you up and inspire you... not hold you down. 

If you're ready to put an end to the blame game, if you're ready to make amazing things happen for your life, then I want you to contact us for a free, no obligation consultation. You've got nothing to lose because your results are guaranteed. Get started now!

It's Not Just a Story, It's Epic, Nutrition

It's one of the most talked about and controversial subjects in all of Winter Garden Yoga. The Epic Smoothie. The VIPs of Winter Garden Yoga are among the chosen few who have experienced the Epic Smoothie... or at least... have heard about it. Now it's time to get the record straight about the origins of this WGY original.

Let's go back to Central Florida right around the turn of the 21st century. I was looking for a way to acquire a balanced, nutrition-rich, meal that was easy to make. Back then, it was called a smoothie. At the time (and even now) smoothies got a bad rap... and who can place blame? After all, most smoothies are made with junk and filled with sugar. But I was searching for something different... or so I thought.

The Early Days

You see, the first few versions of my healthy smoothie were made from dairy (because I needed calcium, protein, and vitamin D and thought it was only available via dairy), fruit (for the fiber, potassium, and vitamins), whey protein powder (because everyone was telling me that I HAD to use whey), and the list goes on.

Although the earlier versions were miles ahead of the powdered mixes being used among my peers, I knew there was plenty of room for improvement.

Enter Doug Swenson and Veganism

I know... I can hear the groans from here... veganism! Hang in there, it's worth the read.

I attended a yoga teacher training course in Lake Tahoe California under the tutelage of my friend and yoga teacher, Doug Swenson. As part of the experience, I made a vow that I would eat as closely as possible to the way Doug ate. At the time I was definitely a vegetarian and Doug was (and still is) a very strict vegan. So... Doug taught me how to substitute healthier foods for less healthy options. For example: almond milk instead of dairy milk, soy crumbles instead of burger crumbles, and so on. He also shared a few of his 'go to' recipes which included... you guessed it... smoothies.

We learned how to make 'meal replacement' smoothies and 'dessert' smoothies. All of which contained the most fundamental, healthy, and plant based ingredients. Needless to say, this changed everything and got the Epic Smoothie heading in an entirely new direction.

Back to the Drawing Board

When I came back from California, I used the basic recipe of my previous smoothies, except this time I substituted the fundamental ingredients with their vegan equivalents. Oddly enough, it tasted great and packed a powerful punch. Everybody loves the Epic Smoothie... and I mean everybody. It makes sense because it's full of nutrient dense, plant based foods with the correct balance of proteins to (favorable) carbohydrates.

What's in it, Already?

The ingredients may vary from time to time depending on availability, taste preferences, etc. Feel free to experiment. Always check with your doctor or health care provider before undertaking any new exercise or health program.

8 ounces Almond Milk
1 Banana
1 Handful almonds (or 2 TBSP almond butter, no sugar added)
1 TBSP cinnamon
1 TBSP raw, organic, cacao
1 tsp     raw, organic, macca
1 serving vegan protein powder (use the manufacturer's guidelines)
1 serving powdered greens (use he manufacturer's guidelines)
1 TBSP pure maple syrup (use the real stuff made from real trees)
1 handful spinach
1 handful ice

Blend well. Enjoy!

Battle Tested

The Epic Smoothie has been approved by chefs, omnivores, vegans, vegetarians, children, adults, you name it. You get 39 grams of protein, 77 grams of carbs, iron, potassium, calcium, magnesium, vitamin A, vitamin C, Vitamin D, and more. Give it a try and let me know what you think.

Winter Garden Yoga's VIP packages are personalized just for you. They include nutrition, yoga, community, and most importantly... accountability. If you're ready to put an end to the frustration of feeling stuck, contact us to set up a free, no obligation consultation.

PS: our friends at The Juice Bar of Winter Garden have the Epic Smoothie on their menu!

This is Nuts!... Literally, Healthy Eating

We have five core values at Winter Garden Yoga: Value, Integrity, Consistency, Compassion, and Expertise. Each and every one of our instructors (including me) hold ourselves accountable with this powerful checklist. Recently, Janis, shared a great story with me and I asked her to share with the rest of the world. I think it is important because it shows that Janis lives up to our Core Values... Integrity and Consistency really shine through in this story.   

"...week 4 without Coke or fries! You have no idea how BIG this is for me! I've been very focused on Brian Friedman's [VIP exclusive ebook] "How to Get the Best Results." I'm a high energy person who tends to become hypoglycemic. I tend to pack 2 days of errands into a 3/4 of a day, run out of energy, get the "shakes" and next thing I know, I'm consuming Coke and fries. Not any more!

Winter Garden Yoga Instructor, Janis Dey, packs her own healthy snacks when she's 'on the go'...
and she's 'always on the go.'

"By reading, Brian's ebook, I realized I was lacking sufficient food and especially protein. Now I eat better before I leave the house and I bring 'Brian approved snacks' and water with me--AT ALL TIMES! Pictured is my container of organic pumpkin seeds, almonds, and cashews. I selected larger seeds and nuts because they travel well, can be eaten while[on the go] and because they shut off my "shakes." Yes, I need more protein and good carbs. The water really quenches my thirst & seems to give me a fuller feeling in my stomach. It works for me!

"Not only has this stopped my "drive-thru habit" and saved me money, I have lost the 5lbs of my Holiday weight gain! (Yes, my family was here from South Africa for the holidays and we had the time of our lives, so don't judge, LOL!) I am also proud that this new way benefits my body, mind and Spirit! Try it yourself!

"Thank you, Brian Friedman and all my Winter Garden Yoga friends, who reach out and encourage us all to better ourselves through the sharing of our stories!"

Janis walks the walk and talks the talk. That shows integrity.

What are you waiting for?

Isn't it time to do something for you and you alone? Are you ready to be just like Janis? Are you ready for your own life changing transformation? Are you ready to develop life changing habits?

Call us for a free, no obligation, consultation at 407-579-9889 or contact us now! We guarantee your results!

All the best,

Brian

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Muffin Top? I had a Muffin Ring! [Amazing Results]

Every once in a while I come across a story that seems to be too good to be true. When that happens, I get that story out as fast as possible because seeing is believing. This is Jessica's amazing story in her own words...

"My name is Jessica. I am an elementary school teacher. When I began [one of Winter Garden Yoga's programs, "The Skinny Jeans Challenge"], I had no idea how one step in the right direction could change me and how I feel about myself.

"I met with Brian to get started and that night I changed my diet. I began following the [VIP exclusive ebook] “How to Get the Best Results”. As the first week passed by and I completed a couple of yoga classes and walking on my elliptical, I noticed a difference in how I felt. I was sleeping better and I could make it an entire school day without feeling like I needed a nap.

"As the weeks passed and I stayed on track by eating right, doing yoga, and walking. In those 4 weeks I lost a total of 10 pounds and my “muffin top” began shrinking.

Before                                        After

Jessica lost 10 pounds and her 'muffin ring' in about four weeks!

"My legs no longer get cramps, I sleep like a baby, I stay full all say without munching on junk food, and best of all, I fit back into my pants the right way.

"I went from a 5/6 back down to a 3/4 and I couldn't be happier.

"All my clothes fit right again. I am amazed by the results I've gotten from Winter Garden Yoga. I can’t thank Brian and the rest of the Winter Garden Yoga team enough for how they have changed my life.

"I am happier, healthier, and I’m in much better shape! I love the results I got from the [first four weeks] so much that I signed up to be a VIP to continue my yoga practice and journey."

Let's see...

• Down a size 
• Sleeping better
• Feeling great
• Looking great
• Fitting into skinny jeans
• All in a little over a month!

What are you waiting for?

Isn't it time to do something for you and you alone? Are you ready to be just like Jessica? Are you ready for your own life changing transformation?

Call us for a free, no obligation, consultation at 407-579-9889 or contact us now! We guarantee your results!

All the best,

Brian

Imagine Fat Loss, Muscle Gain, and Loving Every Minute of It, Fat Loss

Each month Winter Garden Yoga features a client who has achieved amazing results with our guaranteed methods. We call this feature: Winter Garden Yoga's Client of the Month.

Nominees share their stories (in their own words) and their photographs to inspire others to break old, destructive habits and to rise higher than ever before.

This month we are proud to share Teresa's story. How did she lose fat, gain, muscle, and become pain free for the first time in years?

Read on...

What made you decide to join our studio?

I had just returned from my hometown in Hawaii where I visited my “fitness focused” family for the holidays. For the 3 weeks I was there, I went to the gym, paddle boarded, hiked, swam, surfed etc. For over a year, I suffered with constant shoulder and clavicle pain and by the end of my visit, the pain was unbearable, even after several massage, chiropractic and acupuncture treatments. I wanted to keep fit, so I thought yoga might be something I could handle. I practiced yoga off and on since I was a preteen because my mother was a yogi. As an adult, I occasionally did yoga videos at home, but this didn’t have enough impact for results. I wanted to try a real class with live instructors and a friend told me that Winter Garden Yoga had just opened a big studio [at 12 West Plant Street, Winter Garden, Florida] and she heard it was good. I signed up for a 2 week introductory offer and I was hooked!

What results have you received since joining our studio?

I have lost fat and gained muscle. Ive dropped 8 -10 lbs, but have gone down at least 2 sizes in clothing. Even the new yoga pants I bought 6 months ago are baggy on me now. I am stronger, have better mobility and more energy.

How do you feel now compared to how you felt before joining our studio?

The results listed above are great and I have been in good shape before, but the best part is this:

#1. I now have good posture! This is something I have battled with my entire life without success. I slouch less than ever before and anyone that hasn’t seen me in awhile notices the big change.

#2. I am living without constant pain! Brian taught me techniques that enable me to do my job without injuring myself. The FYI and Kettelbell training created new habits I use at work and in everything I do. I now move with proper alignment, which builds strength and keeps me safe and injury free.

#3. I am a much calmer person. The WGY classes and breathing techniques have given me an inner calm that helps me cope with everything life deals me. My stress level has dropped several notches. Yin Yoga has really helped with this! WGY truly benefits Mind, Body and Spirit.

  Before                                           After

What do you like best about our studio? 

The positive energy. All of the instructors at WGY are so helpful, supportive and treat me like family. WGY attracts like-minded people who share this good energy. No matter whatʻs going on in my life, as soon as I walk into WYG, I am calmed and leave there with a renewed energy that gets me through all the rest of the stuff that life deals.

What would you say to someone on the fence about joining our studio? 

If you are looking for real change, this is the place for you. If you’ve tried unsuccessful fitness programs and diets, live with pain, stress or negativity and want real results, then do not hesitate! You are blessed to have found WGY!

What do you do outside of the studio (work, etc)? 

I have worked physically hard as a film and stage technician since 1988. This required lots of heavy lifting, which resulted in shoulder, low back injuries and lumbar compression. My chiropractor told me in 2004 that I needed to find another line of work or I could be in a wheelchair by the time I was 50. For years dabbled in soap making and aromatherapy and by 2006 I made Coconut Clean into a real business. As my business grew, so did the workload and I was back to heavy lifting. Now that I am a WGY VIP, my job is so much easier! For several years I was into rock climbing and hadn’t been in a long time because of pain. I recently visited the rock climbing gym and was able to enjoy it, pain-free! I never dreamed that when I walked into Winter Garden Yoga, that I would receive so many amazing benefits on so many levels… Thanks WGY!

Isn't it time to do something just for you? Are you ready to be just like Teresa? Are you ready for your own life changing transformation?

Call us for a free, no obligation, consultation at 407-579-9889 or contact us now! We guarantee your results!

All the best,

Brian

PS: If you are a Winter Garden Yoga VIP, Teresa has a special offer just for you. Reach out to Teresa to learn more.