What is your current exercise routine?  My current routine is pretty much Sonki based - Mon, Wed, Fri mornings (the early 6.30am shift - I'm a "morning person") and just for good measure Saturday's at 9am. I have also been complementing Sonki's class with running a couple of times a week, any distance from 4 to 8 miles, at an easy relaxed pace. 

What is your motivation to stay in shape?  As I said, the "Sonki transformation" has really taken me from a period of pretty unhealthy living to one where I relish the morning boot camp classes, my energy level is completely elevated and I truly feel like a different person - a change that has radically changed my attitude in many ways and boosted my general feeling of well being. That's really motivation enough for me!!  (Besides which, my wonderful girlfriend will dump me if I get out of shape again!! ;-)  

What is your greatest challenge to staying in shape?  My love of food and wine, combined with questionable self control!? 

What is your key to success?  I have significantly increased my level of exercise, both frequency and type, and have also been seeing a dietitian who has really helped me with diet (ironically I have never eaten so much!). It's a mind game and I needed help to start winning!

How long have you been doing Sonki Fitness Boot Camp?  I have now completed two 5-week sessions (10 weeks), and I can see it's going to be a part of my everyday routine from here on...

What do you like about Sonki Fitness Boot Camp and how has it affected your life?  The results! I'm incredibly happy with what I've achieved in 10 weeks and feel there's plenty more potential... However, I would have never achieved the results without the help of Sonki (Thanks!).

Firstly, Sonki himself - a fair, but pretty tough coach...there's no hiding from his persuasive challenge, which is a good thing. I am, however, happy that the "up an inch, down an inch" nightmares have stopped now.  ;-) 

Secondly, my fellow "boot camp warriors" - I never thought pain could be so much fun (?) and it's a little worrying how much we smile when on the edge. My commitment to turning up and getting through the classes has very much been driven by the great camaraderie of all the enjoyable people in the group.

What advice would you give to others about fitness?  Don't accept excuses from yourself. Take the plunge and get yourself into a regular training program that fits your daily life routine, and importantly that you enjoy. Combine this with attention to your diet and you have all the ingredients for sustained success.

Any other comments?  I would totally recommend Sonki Fitness to anyone who is seeking to get in shape. It's been a pleasure!

April 2007 Sonki Fitness All-Star (Linda Lee)

March 2007 Sonki Fitness All-Star (Angie Niemeyer)

February 2007 Sonki Fitness All-Star (Holly Boyer)

January 2007 Sonki Fitness All-Star (Joanne Coghill)

December 2006 Sonki Fitness All-Star (Justine Sieck)

April 2006 Sonki Fitness All-Star (Joan Hanson)