| What
is considered a "session" of the Ultimate Bootcamp
program? |
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One Ultimate Bootcamp session
is 4 weeks. During that 4 weeks, we meet Monday through Thursday
during the time slot you have chosen, either in the morning
or evening for one hour. |
| Can I
make-up classes if I miss a few? |
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Signing up for an Ultimate Bootcamp session
means a commitment to yourself for 4 weeks. Being at class every
day will help you successfully achieve your goals If you miss
a class, make-up classes are not available. In cases of long
term sickness or emergencies, we will work with you to make
other arrangements. |
| Can I
drop in on a class to try it? |
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Sorry, but no. Jumping into an Ultimate
Bootcamp session in progress is a safety risk for you and the
other participants. Our 4-week classes are programed for the
gradual increase in intensity over the 4-week time period.
But, there is good news! You can sample Ultimate Bootcamp workouts
by attending a Saturday morning Bootcamp BLAST - a 90 minute
full-body workout - for only $20!
Click
here for the schedule of upcoming BLAST classes. |
| A 4-week
session has already begun, can I join in? |
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Sorry, but no. Our 4-week classes are programed
for the gradual increase in intensity over the 4 week time period.
Jumping in through a session half way is a safety risk for you
and the other participants. |
| I'm not
a runner, do we have to run in class? |
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Ultimate Bootcamp isn't a running club.
Ask a class of 30 bootcampers if they LOVE to run, and only
a few will raise their hands! We utilize jogging in our daily
warm-ups and in some drills to get your body warm and heart
rate up. Also be prepared to keep your heart-rate up by doing
high knees, jumping jacks, side shuffles and other cardio drills. |
| What
kind of exercises will we be doing? |
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Ultimate Bootcamp classes are designed to
give you a total body workout each week. One day we might be
doing cardiovascular challenges and lower body, the next day
we might be doing partner exercises, athletic drills and relay
races. No two classes are ever the same and you'll get the benefit
of being trained by multiple creative and motivating trainers
throughout your 4 week session, so you'll never be bored. |
| How many
people are in each class? |
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Classes are limited to 30 persons, signing
up early for a session is always a good idea. Many of our popular
class locations and times fill up 2 weeks before the class begins.
Registration for classes close at Friday noon before a new session
begins. |
| Is Ultimate
Bootcamp for me? |
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Bootcampers must have a minimal aerobic
base and be able to quickly walk one mile comfortably. If you
have prior injuries or conditions that you think might limit
your participation, speak to your physician to see if becoming
more physically active by attending Ultimate Bootcamp is right
for you. Let them know that you'll be doing aerobic and anaerobic
drills mixed with medium to high impact exercises and muscle
conditioning. |
| Who participates
in Ultimate Bootcamp? |
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Ultimate Bootcamp participants all have
one thing in common, they want to boost their fitness to the
next level. Whether you're an average New Englander looking
to jump-start a fitness routine or a former athlete looking
for a new challenge, Ultimate Bootcamp provides the motivation
and positive group atmosphere for your success. Our program
produces results because our talented trainers love to push
YOU towards YOUR fitness goals. |
| What
kind of results can I expect from doing 4 weeks of Ultimate
Bootcamp? |
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Everyone is different, but you can be
sure to feel more energized, more confident in your skin,
and stronger as we tone lean muscle and burn calories. Some
participants loose oodles of pounds, some lose pants/dress
sizes.
Don't take our word for
it, click here to read some client testimonials. |
| Ultimate
Bootcamp sounds great, but I'm still nervous! |
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We understand the thought of boot camp can
be scary...but ULTIMATE Bootcamp, yikes! You can be sure most
new bootcampers like you are anxious during the first day of
class but trust us, the "Ultimate" is the best part...
ultimate fun, ultimate results, and ultimate motivitation from
some of the best Trainers in the business. |
| How
do I register and pay? |
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Registration and payments are all done online.
Click here to
begin the registration process. Please note as of January 1,
2008, personal checks will no longer be accepted. If you are
experiencing technical difficulties registering, please call
617-787-1224 or email info@ultimatebootcamp.com
with your name and the name of the program you wish to register
for. |
| There
isn't an Ultimate Bootcamp location in my neighborhood, when
and where are you going to open your next location? |
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Click
here to sign-up for our E-Newsletter and be the first to
know about new class times, locations and Ultimate Bootcamp
events. Have a request? We keep track of all requests via e-mail
at info@ultimatebootcamp.com.
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| What
happens in bad weather? |
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Ultimate Bootcamp meets rain or shine! Of
course, in dangerous conditions, Ultimate Bootcamp will be cancelled
and the class will be made up the Friday of the same week when
possible. If class is cancelled, a message will appear one hour
before class either on the home page of our website or the voice
message system. |
| Where
in the park do we meet? |
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Click
here to check out directions on our Location page. |
| Is
there a place to leave my bags while we workout? |
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We travel throughout the parks and cannot
guarantee the safety of your belongings. Some of our Fitness
Trainers do have vehicles where you can store your belongings;
some of our Fitness Trainers do not. Please bring as little
as possible with you to class. |
| What
do I need to bring on the first day? |
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Bring water, a positive attitude and a
towel for your car or the train for after class...you're gonna
get dirty! |
| What
should I wear to class? |
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Dress in layers. While working out in the
summer or winter months, you will sweat a great deal. If you
wear a moisture-wicking shirt as your first layer, you’ll
be a lot more comfortable. Given that you’ll be working
out outdoors you might be asked to lie on your back on the grass
or be rolling around in agony- just kidding! So don’t
come dressed in your Sunday best! |
| What
kind of shoes should I wear? |
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You should be in a newer pair of athletic
shoes that are made specifically for your feet and the way you
walk/run. It all starts from the ground up, so being in the
appropriate pair of shoes will help protect your knees, shins,
and back from injury. Go to a knowledgeable shoe store where
they observe your stride and foot type before fitting you in
a pair of shoes. |
| I'm
so sore, is this normal? |
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Your muscles don't care whether you've run
marathons, climbed mountains, or haven't worked out in 6 months,
Ultimate Bootcamp workouts are a shock to the system. The first
week you will be sore, no way around it! After week one, you
will begin to feel stronger as your body acclimates to the workouts.
Soreness will come much less frequently after week one, but
don't be fooled; if you continue to give your 100% every day
the results will come! |
| How
much water sould I be drinking? |
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You’d be surprised how easy it is
to dehydrate. Sweating during sleep (especially during the humid
months), drinking caffeinated liquids such as coffee, alcohol,
etc., and exercising are just some of the ways in which you
lower the body’s level of hydration. Make sure you’re
drinking at LEAST 65-70 fl. oz. of water throughout the day.
Try to remember the 40/40 rule – 40 oz. of water per 40
minutes of exercise; at least 8 before, 24 during, and 8 afterwards.
Sports drinks with electrolytes can be a good addition to your
water intake to help replenish potassium and calcium in your
body. If you’re unsure about your level of hydration,
check your urine – the darker it is, the more dehydrated
you are. |
| What
should I be eating? |
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It all depends on your goals but across
the board, all Ultimate Bootcamp participants need to fuel
their bodies with energy to have successful workouts. If you’re
working out too early in the morning to eat breakfast, be
sure to eat well the night before. Foods such as whole wheat
pastas and grains are good sources of energy-rich complex
carbohydrates. If you’re working out in the evening,
have a sensible snack about two hours beforehand. A low-fat
energy bar and/or fruit are quite suitable.
After your workouts, make sure you eat well enough to replenish
your depleted stores. Muscles need extra help to recover from
the damage done by intense activity. Protein aids in the recovery
of worked muscles, so try to eat some protein within about
an hour of your workout. Getting enough protein (egg whites,
chicken, tuna, etc.) does NOT mean skipping on your carbs!!
Not having enough fuel in your tank can lead to light-headedness
or dizziness during classes.
Make sure to have healthy snacks with you at all times, you'll
be hungry when you wake up, at 10am, at lunch, at 3pm, at
dinner, after dinner...well, you get the picture. |
| Akkk,
I've gained weight, what's going on? |
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Don't freak out yet! As we get stronger
and tone the body, we gain lean muscle. The more muscle we
have, the faster our metabolism becomes. The faster our metabolism,
the better our bodies are at burning calories not only during
workouts, but throughout your day's normal acitivites. An
average bootcamper will not see a difference on the scale
until weeks 4 or afterwards, so throw the scale in the back
of your closet for now!
Also, nutrition plays a HUGE part in weight gain and loss.
Make sure the calories you're eating have the purpose of fueling
your workouts; candy bars and 4 glasses of wine don't count!
It's a simple equation: the calories you eat need to be less
than the calories you exercise away to loose weight. |
| I'm
starting to get pains in my knees/shins/back, what's going on? |
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A large majority of pains can be avoided
with the appropriate pair of athletic shoes. For some, these
pains are caused by tight muscles so be sure to give 100% while
we stretch before and after class. An additional 10 minutes
of stretching during your day could relieve the tightness; just
be sure that your muscles are warm before stretching by taking
a brisk walk. For others, the pain can be caused by prior injuries,
weak muscles surrounding joints/tendons or even genetic abnormalities.
Fot these participants, DON'T BE STUBBORN! Be sure to consult
with your physician before exacerbating the problem. |
