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We are always reminding our bootcampers to bring a mat, weights and water.  Most of you remember to bring water with you and I’m sure you take sips in between intervals.  But are we adequately hydrated?  Probably not.  If you are feeling thirsty, you are past the point of being hydrated.  We should never get [...]

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I cannot stress enough the importance of breathing while exercising.  Breathing through everything in life is important and especially during exercise.  You will surprise yourself with how much a simple breath can do for you.  And if you want to reach maximum efficiency in your training, you must learn to breathe properly.  Holding your breath [...]

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Email:  realbodybootcamp@gmail.com
Meet your trainers:
Bernadette Mcloughlin - 917.613.9121
Liz Samuel-917.887.8936
When: Classes are held on Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 6 - 7am, Brookdale park, Track - left.
               Sunday 7:30- 8:30 am, Watchung School Playground
What to bring: Yoga mat, 3-5 lb weights, towel, jump rope & water. Registration forms and payments for beginners [...]

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Meredith Reilly, from Bloomfield NJ, working mother of two, Molly, 5 and Jack, 3, wife of Casey Reilly, member of Real Body Bootcamp, trains for a ½ marathon.
Meredith works full time as the Director of Sales Operations for Village Farms, North America’s largest grower and marketer of hydroponic produce.
She enrolled in Real Body Bootcamp [...]

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When we’re shouting ‘work your core!’ or ‘use that core!’ we’re not talkin’ apples!  Core strength refers to the muscles of your abs and back working together to support your spine and keep your body stable and balanced.
You’ve probably heard that pilates exercises focus primarily on your core. Pilates strengthens the core so that you [...]

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Strawberry Shortcake cream on top
tell me the name of your sweat heart,
is it A, B, C,  D, E?

Jumping rope is the most beneficial form of exercise burning the most calories per minute/per hour. It can be done almost anywhere and best of all it’s entertaining!
Jumping rope can burn up to 1000 calories per hour [...]

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Everyones talking about them, and why are they so popular?
What consumers have said,
“It’s a great workout targeting the entire body!”
“You workout with a dedicated group who want to achieve similar fitness results”
” I’m bored with the gym, tired of the same routine”
“I need someone to help me get in shape”
Traditionally Bootcamps began in the military [...]

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Stretching increases flexibility- flexible muscles can improve daily performance, i.e. lifting packages, children.
Improves range of motion- keeps you in balance and you’re less prone to falls and the related injuries as you age.
Improves circulation- increases blood flow to your muscles improving circulation and speeding recovery after an injury.
Relieves stress- relaxes the tense muscles that [...]

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Snacking is a great way to keep your metabolism revved up
Bananas and apples-  are loaded with antioxidants, fiber and Vitamin C. You can take them with you and they don’t need refrigeration.
Yogart and Cereal- the carbs in the yogurt combined with cereal is a great energy booster! When you’re hungry before dinner, sprinkle cereal [...]

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2 cups of grilled chicken, or any leftover sautéed chicken or rotisserie chicken
3 cups of baby spinach or romaine lettuce
3 tbls of feta mediterranean salsa (can find at Wholefoods) or just plain feta
10-15 grape tomatoes
2 tbls of Fresh Gourmet crispy onions-garlic pepper (can find them at A&P)
4 tbls four season salad dressing-follow directions to [...]