Sergeant Tony's Blog

What I would like for you to do is NOT think about elephants.

Do NOT think about Mickey Mouse.

Do NOT think about going to Boot Camp.

Did you NOT think about those things? Great. Keep NOT thinking about them.

Elephants, Mickey Mouse, Boot Camp.

OK, seriously, STOP thinking about them. Do NOT think about a momma elephant and her little baby elephant.

STOP thinking about Mickey Mouse and Disney World.

STOP thinking about the awesome feeling of accomplishment when I say “YOU’RE DISMISSED!!” at Boot Camp!

And I do NOT want you to think about these things when you get in your car later today. When you turn the key, do NOT think about elephants, Mickey Mouse, or Boot Camp!

How are you doing so far? Are you NOT thinking about those things? Elephants, Mickey Mouse, and Boot Camp!

Thoughts become things, don’t they? And the power of suggestion is powerful indeed!

Your success in losing weight, getting in shape, and being fit begin with your intentions and your thoughts. What you focus on, you’ll manifest.

I will tell you about two things I’m focusing on. They’re not too difficult or abstract. And you can help me achieve these things.

Here are the two things:

Number 1: I’ve been saying that I was going to learn to sail for years. This year I’m going to learn. I need a sailboat. So, you are going to think about a sailboat for me. You don’t have to buy me one, unless you just WANT to. But the next time you see me, I want you to think about me on a sailboat … probably sailing away from you never to come back, right? ha ha ha And if you won’t be seeing me for a while, just imagine me on a sailboat. Right now!

Number 2: I’ve wanted Boot Camp to grow so much that we’d have 100 people at the 0530 class! A few years ago I said that if we had 100 people at the 0530 class that I’d shave my head and wear a pink toto. So, this is what I want you to do. Every time you have a chance, I want you to invite a friend to Boot Camp. Not only will that person get the same benefits that you get, but they will help us reach the 100 person goal. For those of you in the other classes, here are the goals: 30 at the 0830 class and 50 at the 5:45 PM evening class!!!

Disclaimer:
I’m not a person who is motivated much by money. Now, don’t get me wrong, just like you, I need money and I’d like to make more of it. But money doesn’t get me going in the morning. I’m motivated by helping people, messing with people, connecting with people, coaching people, abusing people, and inspiring people to succeed, all in an atmosphere of fun, laughter, and a culture of positive energy! Having 100 people at 0530 is about the opportunity that number represents for me to do the things I’m motivated by.

I’m also motivated by representing my beloved Marine Corps! But you already knew that!

OK, here are your assignments:

1. I want you to think about and focus on the thing or things you want to be or have. You may need to write these things down.

2. I want you to think about my sailboat.

3. I want you to think about 100 people at the 0530 class, 30 people at the 0830 class, and 50 people at the evening class.

That’s it. Just think. Just focus. Let’s see how fast these things will happen! I’ll let you know when we succeed!

As much as you can, put some positive light out there into the world!

Expect good things!

Look for good things!

Be a good thing!

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SECOND THURSDAY INSIDE AT 0530 — Tomorrow morning!

We had such fun last time we were in the gym that we’re going to make that a regular thing! I’ve got several tricks in my bag! So tomorrow, the second Thursday, the 0530 class will be inside the gym! Next scheduled gym workout will be February 12.

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Third Thursday at Mt. Fuji at 0530 — Next Thursday

The turnout and the feedback from our trip to “Mt. Fuji” last month was awesome! We’ll do the same thing every month on the third Thursday! Our next trip to the mountain will be on Thursday, February 19. We’ll meet at 0530 at the Zach Curlin parking garage on the campus of the U of M.

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Our inclement weather policy — AMMENDED

If the Memphis City Schools close due to weather, we will stand down as well.

Regarding the Evening Class, should the road conditions become clear during the course of the day and we are able to meet, I will post that info on the blog page of the BOOT CAMP website http://usmcfitnessbootcamp.com/blog/index.php

You can subscribe to the blog page for free and you’ll receive a notice every time I post a new blog entry.

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SPRING HALF MARATHON TRAINING!

Half Marathon (13.1 miles) Training for the Country Music Half Marathon in Nashville on April 25, 2009 (or the Louisville Half Marathon or will continue at 0800 this coming Saturday, 14 February! We’ll meet in front of the Visitor’s Center at Shelby Farms.

Can you do this? I’ll bet you can!!!

If you can run 3 miles in 36 minutes or less, then you can do this!

Cost for the three month training is $100 for “friends” of Boot Camp and $75 for active duty BOOT CAMPERS!

All are welcome!

The training schedule is posted on the blog page of our website: http://usmcfitnessbootcamp.com/blog/

IF IT IS RAINING, WE’LL MEET AT THE ZACH CURLIN PARKING GARAGE AT THE U OF M!

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PAYING FOR BOOT CAMP

Just a reminder that payment in cash if fine, but checks are best. You can also pay online on the website (www.usmcfitnessbootcamp.com)

When you pay by check, would you please write in the “memo” section of your check, or the memo section of the online pay section, what month(s) the check is for, I’d really appreciate it.

Also, if the name printed on the check is different from your name, please write the boot camper’s name on the memo line too!

If you want to set up an automatic payment sent in the mail by your bank, the mailing address is

Tony Ludlow

4888 Southern Ave

Memphis, TN 38117.

If you prefer to pay in cash, please let me ask you to put the money in an envelope with your name and month(s) you’re paying for on the outside of the envelope?

Doing these things will help to ensure that my bookkeeping is on track and accurate. Thank you very much for your help!

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FACEBOOK

Find me on Facebook and make me your friend! (http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=629618416)

I’ll make you mine! Then join the USMC Fitness BOOT CAMP Group!

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THE SCHEDULE OF WORKOUTS

– The 0530 Class has a weight workout (using dumbbells) and a cardio workout every morning, Monday through Friday.

– There is a 0830 Class on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
– And there is a 5:45 PM Class year round.
These two classes are on a Monday, Wednesday, Friday “weight day” workout schedule.
On Tuesday and Thursday the 5:45 PM class has a cardio workout (no dumbbells) which consists of running, jogging, power walking.

There is no 0830 class on Tuesday and Thursday.

– Friday evening’s workout begins at 5:30 PM!!

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Have a positive, peaceful, and joy-filled day!

To your continued good health and fitness,

Tony

Sergeant Major Tony Ludlow
USMC Fitness BOOT CAMP, Commanding
4888 Southern Ave
Memphis, TN 38117
901-644-0145

www.usmcfitnessbootcamp.com

www.shaklee.net/tonyludlow/main