4 weeks to go...

Lucy Borg 8.9%
Christina Youngberg 8.8%
Nicole Handy 8.6%
Becky Olson 7.1%
Kate Van Wagoner 6.7%
Zac Miner 5.6%

Biggest Losers of the Week!

BIGGEST LOSERS OF THE WEEK: Monday November 30th- Sunday December 6th

1. Lucy Borg- 7.45%
2. Christina Youngberg- 7.43%
3. Nicole Handy- 7.3%
4. Kate VanWagoner- 6.7%
5. Becky Olson- 6.38%
6. Doreen Brawn- 5.08%

Congratulations to our biggest losers! Your hard work is paying off! Although these are the winners of this week, it is still anyone's race, and anyone could win! Keep up the good work and don't give up!

Healthy Holiday Tips.....

The beginning of 30 ways to outsmart temptation:

1. Start with soup. Research has found that a broth based soup at the beginning of a meal can help prevent overeating. Soups are high-volume foods but often low in calories. Choose low-sodium varieties or make your own.

2. Downsize. Instead of eating the whole pumpkin pie, eat a sliver and stay within your calories. Check the caloric content of your favorite desserts for Thanksgiving and choose the option with the least amount of fat and calories.

3. Be wasteful. Faced with an oversize meal or treat, want to eat every bite...savor a few tastes, set a limit and send the rest away. Throw it in the garbage, cover it with salt or drizzle it with ketchup. Just don't eat it.

4. Face your fear. Knowing you have the strength to resist it can make you feel even that more powerful and in control. Just because the mashed potatoes are sitting there doesn't mean you have to eat them. One small scoop is every bit as good as half a plate!

5. Be a kid again. Order from the kids meal or for this time of year, eat off of a child size plate. When you are done, wait at least 30 minutes before going back for seconds!!!

6. Envision the consequences. What will this indulgence do to your plan? How far will it set you back? Will you be able to bounce back quickly, or will it take weeks of work?


This is from The Skinny Cow: There's room for the best meal of the year and treats in a healthy lifestyle. Eat sensibly, budget your portion, and there's no reason why you can't indulge from time to time.

Biggest Losers......

Hey Everyone!

Here are the Biggest Loser's up to this week! Everyone has stayed committed and working hard this far. The real challenge is going to be this week. Next week's weigh in will tell us who is serious about the Obsidian Challenge and winning all that money! Remember first place wins 2 round trip tickets to Las Vegas and the pool of money which is $800.00!

Biggest Losers weight loss percentage:
1. Kate Van Wagner 6.7%
2. Christina Youngberg 6.28%
3. Nicole Handy 6%
4. Becky Olson 4.25%
5. Lucy Borg 3.9%
6. Doreen Braun 3.38%

The Obsidian Challenge crew has lost a combined weight loss of 84 pounds in 5 weeks!

Quick Healthy Party Chili

Quick Healthy Party Chili...by Grace Rock

1 large can crushed tomatoes
1 quart chicken broth
1 pkg. ranch dressing mix
1 can pinto beans
1 can kidney
1 can black beans
1 can corn, drained, or frozen corn
1 t. chili powder
1 t. cumin
1/4 cup brown sugar

Brown turkey and onion. Add other ingredients. Simmer 15 to 20 minutes. Serve with chips, sour cream, grated cheese, salsa, etc. (or if you are under Lacey’s watch just eat it plain!). Grace also suggested putting 3 cans of beans instead of 2!

Grace, thanks for the amazing recipe! Enjoy!

Healthy Quick Party Chili for the Holidays

Quick Party Chili......by Grace Rock

1 lb ground turkey
1 onion chopped
1 large can crushed tomatoes
1 quart chicken broth
1 pkg. ranch dressing mix
1 can pinto beans
1 can kidney
1 can black beans
1 can corn, drained, or frozen corn
1 t. chili powder
1 t. cumin
1/4 cup brown sugar

Brown turkey and onion. Add other ingredients. Simmer 15 to 20 minutes. Serve with chips, sour cream, grated cheese, salsa, etc. (or if you are under Lacey’s watch just eat it plain!). Grace also suggested putting 3 cans of beans instead of 2!

Grace, thanks for the amazing recipe! Enjoy!

Biggest Losers to Date........

The Obsidian Challenge is in full force and almost everyone is seeing some great results! The majority of our classes are starting to not only lose weight but also build their endurance and strength. It's amazing how far people have come in just a few short weeks! Here are the top 6 Biggest Losers up to date:

1. Kate Van Wagner 1.07%
2. Nicole Handy 1.06%
3. Christina Youngberg 1.041%
4. Lucy Borg 1.04%
5. Becky Olson 1.036%
6. Doreen Braun 1.035%

Now, remember the Challenge has just begun! Everyone is still in this so keep striving for the goals and results you have all set for yourselves! Keep checking the blog for helpful tips on diet and nutrition and much more information to help you be successful!

Are you Ready???.......

for the Obsidian® Challenge

Avoid the holiday weight gain and have fun doing it!


Did you know…

The average American gains 1-2 lbs during the next 3 holiday months.
That weight accumulates and never comes off according to the New England Journal of Medicine. What’s worse? If you are already overweight you are more likely to gain 5 lbs during the holidays and yes, that’s weight that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Most midlife weight gain can be explained by holiday eating.

Great News…

You are 10 x’s more likely to get results being accountable to a trainer

This is your time! Make a choice for you!
Choose to lose weight now-NOT GAIN!
Take the Obsidian® Challenge

12 weeks of intense training
16 teams of two committed to 3 trainers
Nutrition guidance with daily accountability to Erin, Lacey and Pat
Weekly weigh-ins and Monthly measurements
Before and After pictures to track success (Not mandatory)
1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes announced at the Obsidian® Challenge kick off party!!!
$25 to reserve your spot NOW…space is limited!
(All money is pooled for the top contestant)
· Sign up now and receive 10% off of your Obsidian® package!

Any and all questions will be answered Monday night


Sign up now at info@dashfitnessstudios.com
or join us for the kick off party Monday, October 12th at 7:30pm
Don’t miss your opportunity to get the results you’ve always wanted!
Be a part of the next Fitness revolution and join the Obsidian® Challenge today!

Are you READY????...............

for The Obsidian® Challenge

Avoid the holiday weight gain and have fun doing it!

Did you know.....
The average American gains 1-2 lbs during the next 3 holiday months.
That weight accumulates and never comes off according to the New England Journal of Medicine. What's worse? If you are already overweight you are more likely to gain 5 lbs during the holidays and yes, that's weight that will stay with you for a lifetime.
Most midlife weight gain can be explained by holiday eating.
Great News!!!.
You are 10 x's more likely to get results being accountable to a trainer
This is your time! Make a choice for you!
Choose to lose weight now-NOT GAIN!

Take the Obsidian® Challenge
. 12 weeks of intense training
. 16 teams of two committed to 3 trainers
. Nutrition guidance with daily accountability to Erin , Lacey and Pat
. Weekly weigh-ins and Monthly measurements
. Before and After pictures to track success (Not mandatory)
. 1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes announced at the Obsidian Challenge kick off party!!!
. $25 to reserve your spot NOW.space is limited!
(All money is pooled for the top contestant)
. Sign up now and receive 10% off of your Obsidian package!
Any and all questions will be answered Monday night
Sign up now at info@dashfitnessstudios.com
or join us for the kick off party Monday, October 12th at 7:30pm
Don't miss your opportunity to get the results you've always wanted!
Be a part of the next Fitness revolution and join the Obsidian® Challenge today!

Zumba Launch Party...September 29th at 7:30pm

As a gift to you, DASH is holding a Zumba launch Tuesday, September 29th~7:30pm at NO CHARGE! Anyone is welcome so bring all your friends and come shake it with us!! Join us for prizes, refreshments, and fun!!Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance fitness, group exercise program that fuses hypnotic musical rhythms and moves to create a dynamic workout system designed to be FUN and EASY TO DO!

Special Schedule this Saturday September 26th...

8am Yoga with Gentri
9am Zumba with Emily

Come try out these amazing classes!
Get a nice deep stretch and a
sense of calmness in Yoga at 8 before the
party begins with Zumba at 9!

Click below for a preview of Zumba

KJZZ: Dash Fitness August 31

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Baby Mine Prenatal Chocolates at DASH

We are introducing Baby Mine prenatal chocolates by Top Form at DASH! They will be available for purchase October 1st. We have samples for you to try now! They are so yummy and you get your daily recommended nutritional support for both mother and infant in a premium milk chocolate.

• 200% of the daily recommended value of Folic Acid, essential for expecting mother and infant


• 150% of the daily recommended value of Biotin for strengthening hair, skin, and nails during pregnancy


• 200mg of bone-strengthening calcium


• Ginger Root to help decrease the effects of morning sickness

EAT CHOCOLATE STAY HEALTHY!!!

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