Testimonial

'I signed up to Fitbitch to tone up and lose weight. In just 4 week I lost 8 lbs. I had a great trainer in Rachael and a fitbitch crew who made you want to get out of bed to run through the rain with them on a daily basis. Rachael’s eating plan was easy and I never felt as though I was dieting, just living a healthier lifestyle. After a week I noticed a change in my mood and I had a lot more energy. Thanks to Rachael exercise no longer seems boring. Everyday was different and really fun. Thanks to Fitbitch I have made some great friends and I am healthier for it.'
Natasha Ballie, 25, vintage clothes designer of www.natashabailie.com, Hurstpierpoint. Fitbitch Boot camp General Level May 2009

Fitbitch Testimonials

Since April 2009 I have lost almost 2 stone, dropped three dress sizes and feel so much happier! I have now completed the general level and level 2 boot camps and have seen my body shape change and stamina increase throughout. Now it's completely normal for me to be off running on Hove seafront with fellow fitbitches at 6am, as well as looking forward to 5k parkrun races every Saturday and also am getting ready to run the Brooks Brighton 10k in November. Thanks to Rachael "Queen Fitbitch" and some amazing fitbitch friends who have been present along with me on this journey... I'm a new Steph and SO much happier!! This is a life changing experience for women and I would highly recommend it to anyone!
Stephanie Scheir, 35, make-up artist, graduate of Fitbitch Boot Camp Level 2, May 2009.

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'I'd recommend this camp to any woman wanting to change their lifestyle. It isn't a military style camp that slaps you into shape. It's an experience that inspires and teaches your body something new every day to help you achieve amazing results.
I've gone from barely being able to run 2miles to 12miles in the space of 4 months. All my old clothes fit me again and I just feel full of confidence. Once you've been FitBitched you just keep coming back for more.
Kim Boucher, 33, camp graduate Oct, November, December, 2010, January 2011.

'I lost 6lbs in my first bootcamp, as well as countless inches. I felt fitter, happier and had more to talk about with my friends, who were captivated by my tales from that morning's bootcamp!
Rachel's professional guidance make it feel like you're getting personal training, and training in the sunrise with new friends just makes you feel fantastic.
I am fitter, thinner and have bags more energy...and I just feel much more confident in all areas of my life.
Tanya Taylor, 36, mum of four. Camp graduate, 2010 and 2011

Congratulations to Belinda

It's always inspiring to read about previous graduates and how well they're doing so Congratulations to Belinda Muir. The 48-year old make-up artist has lost over three stone since starting boot camp and has just been announced as Brighton&Hove ParkRun winner.
For all you who think you can't possibly run that far, or take part in a timed race, Belinda had never run before. Ever. Her next mission is to conquer the Brooks 10K run on November 15th.
There will be a Fitbitch team there so if you fancy the challenge, enter here or get in touch.

Fitbitch T-shirts and Hoodies

You've survived and thrived in Fitbitch Boot Camp but who is going to know about it?
If you want to show off your Fitbitchin' credentials, you can now get your hands on t-shirts or hoodies.
In stock at the moment are:
Hoodies, size 16 or 18 although fits smaller for a slouchy look - Price £35
Short sleeved t-shirts in purple, yellow or pale pink (available in sizes 8-10, 10-12 and 12-14) price £8
V-necked t-shrts in pale pink (available in sizes 12-14, 14-16 but be aware it's a low neckline so either very flattering or bit of an eyeful depending on how you see it!)
Free t-shirts for those rebooking a boot camp.

New boot camp launching

For the self employed or you mums who finally have some time to yourself, we're launching a new 9.45am-10.45am class on September 21st.
It means you can come straight after dropping kids off at the school gate. It means you can get it done and dusted rather than waiting until the evening when the appeal of the TV and a pinot grigio wins out.
In one month you can expect to drop a dress size and feel ready to take on the world! If you're struggling with work choices, feeling bloated or just fed up then Fitbitch Boot Camp can help with all of that.
Call asap or email if you are interested in joining the next boot camp.

The Beep Test - Level Two

This morning saw the start of August's Level Two Boot Camp. There were some new faces along with several who have returned for another level 2 session.
And there were two graduates of Level one, Belinda and Steph who have moved up the Fitbitch fitness ladder. If you're reading this, thinking that there's no way you could ever run a race or even want to exercise other than to lose weight Belinda and Steph are proof that you can do anything if you set your mind to it.
Belinda has lost three stone since starting in April and has gone from never having run ANYWHERE to running regular 5km races every Saturday (morning!), along with Steph. Next step? The Brooks 10k.
This morning saw the group complete various fitness tests, including The Beep Test. If the only type of fitness you have ever done was PE at school, then you may never have had the pleasure of coming across the dreaded beep or Bleep test as it is known.
The test is a way of measuring a person's aerobic fitness - or maximum oxygen uptake (V02 max).
The test is made up of 23 levels with each level lasting approximately one minute. Each level comprises of a series of 20m shuttle runs with a starting speed of 8.5km/hr. This increases by 0.5km per hour each stage. So, what's the point of it, if other than to 'psyche' you up for Fitbitch?
You know at Boot camp were never about show or image - everything has a purpose...
With training it is possible to improve your oxygen uptake and the beep test is a simple tool to mark your progress. And in terms of improving your fitness and sports specific goals, it is worth being able to improve your V02 max levels.
Why? During most forms of exercise, the body depends on oxygen to help provide the energy it uses. It is extracted from the air by the lungs and transported via the blood to the working muscles. As intensity increases, there's an increase in the body's demand for oxygen.
But at a certain point, oxygen demand can not satisfy the muscles and the body switches to anaerobic (without oxygen)metabolism. The only disadvantage to this is that the it can only sustain high rates of energy production for a short while. think lactic acid build up - or that burning thigh feeling! Therefore, improve oxygen uptake and you are more likely to avoid the high levels of fatigue that come with anaerobic methods.
Here's your results girls!
Jan - Level 5, Shuttle 6
Maxine - Level 5, Shuttle 8
Thurka - Level 8, Shuttle 7
Belinda - Level 4, shuttle 6
Steph - Level 3, Shuttle 2

Fitbitch Level Two - July

After four weeks in which we've faced rain and sunshine, run around a few clubbers sleeping it off on Hove Lawns, the first Level Two Fitbitch Boot Campees graduated with amazing results.
Sprint times improved by more than a second, and everyone smashed their Beep Test records. And lets not even mention those 'plank offs'!
At this level it's about improving fitness and sports perfomance and the weightloss is just an added side effect. The dress sizes dropped again for all.