Boston's Top Fitness Experts Sport Interactivity on Web
Internet users to vote on best Bootcamp participant blog
Boston (PRWEB) September 9, 2005
The September issue of Men’s Health rated the city of Boston as number 28 on their list of the nation’s most active cities, earning only a “B” average in various categories. For the past year and a half, the region’s top fitness program, Ultimate Bootcamp, has been working to change that image.
While the name Ultimate Bootcamp evokes images of military personnel in fatigues, boot camp has become the rage in image-conscience parts of the country such as Los Angeles and New York where people are looking for the next great trend in fitness that will help them get mean and lean in a short period of time. The idea has caught on in Boston, where more than 500 people have participated in one of Ultimate BootcampÂ’s sessions since its inception.
In an effort to reach a new genre of exercisers, those who would normally not participate in anything considered “ultimate”, Ultimate Bootcamp has announced the Ultimate Bootcamp Blog Contest.
“Think of the Bootcamp Blog Contest as American Idol meets Celebrity Fit Club,” said co-founder, Jill Tomich. “We’ll choose six of our bootcampers to blog about their Ultimate Bootcamp experience via our website. Every day they will make an entry to the site for Boston and the whole World Wide Web to view. At the end of the four-week session, the general public will have a chance to vote on who had the most interesting or entertaining story. The winning blogger will receive a “Pamper Me” prize package including gift certificates from some of Boston’s best salons, stores, and restaurants.“*
Co-founder, Peter Lavelle continues, “By accessing our website and reading the Ultimate Bootcamp blogs, the general public becomes involved in the bootcampers’ four week journey. The sweat and soreness, the fun and triumphs, will all be revealed. Our hope is the bootcampers’ stories will motivate readers to push themselves to their next fitness level, whether it is being physically active for the first time in 10 years or running a marathon. ”
The Blog Contest will allow Ultimate Bootcamp to reach out to people interested in fitness, as well as those who might be intimidated by fitness programs in general. The guidelines for the participantsÂ’ blogs include detailing their experiences every day, regardless of whether or not they attended class that day.
“If participants enjoy an activity that helps them reach their fitness goals, they are much more likely to adhere to a program,” said Tomich. “We want to show everyone that fitness can be fun. By creating a Blog Contest, we are empowering participants to share their successes with not only their friends and families, but also their communities.”
Details of the Ultimate Bootcamp Blog Contest are available at http://www. ultimatebootcamp. com (http://www. ultimatebootcamp. com) or by calling 617-787-1224.
Ultimate Bootcamp’s motto is, “Ultimate Fitness. Ultimate Fun.” With hundreds of satisfied participants, Ultimate Bootcamp has found the recipe for getting—and staying—fit in a fun and exciting environment. The next sessions in Boston and Watertown begin on September 12 and September 13.
ABOUT THE INSTRUCTORS
A native of Ireland, Peter Lavelle has worked in the Sports and Fitness industry for several years. Fully certified as a Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, and Spinning Instructor, Peter trains clients and teaches fitness programs throughout the Greater Boston area. His dynamic, energetic style can be seen at a diverse network of health clubs and fitness centers.
With experience ranging from high-end clubs to at-home one-on-one training, Peter continually develops his talents and client base. His current client list includes a variety of clients whose goals range from weight loss to increasing athletic ability and performance. With a strong belief that ‘anyone can’, Peter’s class participants and training clients all achieve results through encouragement, guidance, and reassurance.
Peter’s sporting interests include multi-sport events such as triathlons, as well as running marathons. His philosophy is: “We’re not here for a long time – we’re here for a good time!”
Jill Tomich is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, ACE certified Group Fitness Instructor, Johnny G Spin instructor, and certified in pre/post natal training. She began her fitness career seven years ago after spending many years in gymnastics. Jill has spent the past three years in Boston instructing boot camp courses as well as indoor cycling, Step, BOSU, and muscle conditioning at various health clubs.
Throughout her career, Jill has taken special interest in teaching and developing classes for beginners and those returning to an active lifestyle. Her enthusiasm and creative teaching style reaches those needing a boost to a healthier lifestyle as well as the fitness enthusiast who loves to push the limit. She enjoys traveling and learning more about her other passion and profession, architecture.
*Prizes subject to change.
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