Holiday Happiness

Nothing is better than a little holiday happiness. Time spent with friends and family, lazy days with no work, good food and lots of laughs are the best.  This year we started a new tradition, inspired by the economy, I must admit, but one of the things that I loved most about Christmas giving this year.  We are now giving gifts on Christmas Eve that are home made and don't cost a thing.  I don't mean a pot holder made out of yarn.  Here are some of the fun things we did:

1. I compiled the songs that my husband has written over the last 15 years and put them in a book so they would be all in one place.  He loved it and sang some of the songs to us that night -- a great impromtu concert!

2.  My kids gathered up some of their writing assignments from school that had to do with the grandparents themselves or trips we have taken with them and copied them so we could create books out of their work. 

3. Lastly, all the cousins gathered a few days before Christmas to practice a song and dance, which they performed.

I hope that everyone experienced their own form of holiday happiness too!  But now on to the real work. 

Now that everyone has enjoyed (and I mean thouroughly enjoyed!) the holidays it is time to get a jump start on your New Year's resolution, which always seems to include living a heathier, better life.

Know that we at Body Design are here for you.  We specialize in personalized attention and are committed to helping you reach your goals. 

Whether you only have 30 minutes to sneak in some cardio or you want to try Pilates, Gyrotonics, Fitness Classes, or Weight Training or you need to relax with a massage or facial, we have something for everyone. 

Happy Thanksgiving From Body Design

Who doesn't love turkey, stuffing and all of the side dishes at Thanksgiving?! This time of year is all about the special family moments that tie your life together and from those of us at Body Design, we wish you nothing but happiness and family laughter.

Enjoy the feeling. Savor it.

But when Thanksgiving is over and you have put away the last pumpkin decoration, know that we are here for you. Our philosophy at Body Design is to offer you personal attention with your workout routine and health and fitness goals so you get can maximum results. 

We offer a variety of services at our FIVE STAR gym from fitness clasess and Pilates to Gyrotonic and weight training.  We also offer skin care and massage in a private, serene setting.

This Thanksgiving we are thankful to our loyal clients who have been with us over the last 20 years.  We are thankful for the friendships and support you have given us. We are thankful for your good health and ours.

Happy Thanksgiving. 

Working Out With Weights At Body Design

The best way to sculp, tone and define your body is through weight training. Utilizing free weights, cardio equipment, body bars and fit balls, Body Design's personal trainers will help create a program with your unique fitness goals in mind.

Back to School + Back To Working Out Thanks to Thigh High's

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I never thought I would say "Thanks to fall, I now I have killer thighs."

Usually back to school marks the time when jeans and sweaters can come back out of the closet and I don't have to be as diligent about working out as I do when bikini season is at its height. This year is different all thanks to thigh high boots.

If you want to get killer thighs, nothing gets you more in shape than cardio mixed with weights. You should talk to Alexis at Body Design to get on a weights routine today. She is amazing and will have your thighs shaped up in a hurry or in time for you to rock those killer boots.

Body Design's Favorite Gym Bag

Keys. Check.
Wallet. Check.
Outfit to change into after working out. Check.
Make up. Check.
Hair brush. Check.

Looking for a cute bag to store all of your things when you hit the gym?

Whether you are doing Pilates, Gyrotonic, weight training or just getting some cardio in, you always need a cute gym bag. Here is our favorite bag at Body Design (and it is made by a local Newport Beach designer - Sally Bartz of Halsea!):

Halsea's weekend bag ($240) is made of laminated canvas on the outside and has a plastic lined inside, making it easy to clean and wipe off. As a bonus, the bag also unzips and opens like a doctor's bag, which makes it easy to see and grab all of your essential items. I also love that it has a detachable long strap if you want to carry it over your shoulder.

If you haven't been to the Halsea Shop yet -- you have got to go there to see all of her super cute, beach-chic travel bags and accessories. They are great for summer travel. 409 31st Street, Newport Beach.

Get Summer Ready For Only $20 Per Month at Body Design

I love the long days with the sun setting well after six. It reminds me of summer and with that, you know, comes the thought of getting in shape and summer ready. Thanks to Body Design and their $20 a month program, I can make it happen.

Swimsuits and short dresses here I come!