Weight Loss Retreat Weekend
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I get to the retreat?
Body Empowered Fitness provides transportation to the retreat. We ask clients to meet at our facility located at 1859 Janke Dr. in Northbrook. We usually meet Sunday morning (4 or 5am) and return Sunday evening.
What kinds of activities should I expect?
We will work indoors and outdoors in a variety of exercise modes. Exercise programs will be customized to the abilities of our members. We will emphasize cardiovascular work, muscular strength and endurance, core stabilization, and flexibility. We will utilize exercise equipment and our surroundings.
What should I bring?
Please bring any necessary medications or personal affects. You will not need to bring any snacks.
Who provides the food and what kinds of food can I expect?
Body Empowered Fitness provides the food and water for you. We have only healthy choices that include high quality proteins and good carbohydrates and fats.
What is the purpose of this program?
To educate our members on how to develop good eating habits for life, not simply to adopt a diet program. Making healthy dietary choices in restaurants, at home, work, or parties, leads to long-term weight management.
How does the retreat benefit me?
You will lose weight by breaking through your plateaus. You will be more educated to make healthy choices for life. This is your opportunity to get away from the daily stress you incur at home and at work while doing something productive for your well-being. The retreat will include both meditation and massage. Besides…a weekend with Silvia will be relaxing, right?
What if I have limitations?
Some injuries may be too severe for this program but we can usually modify the activities according to the abilities of the members. Consult with Silvia to determine if the retreat is right for you.
Are there age limits?
We can accommodate ages ten through eighty, depending on the body age assessment.
Who could benefit from the Retreat?
Anyone who wishes to lose weight and learn how to keep it off. Children with weight problems. Exercisers who want to break through their fitness plateaus. Anyone looking for fast weight loss before vacation, wedding, etc.
What is the cost of the Body Empowered Fitness Retreat?
Body in Power charges $350 for its members and $400 for nonmembers. This is a great opportunity for members to introduce Body Empowered Fitness to friends and family. The flat fee gives you transportation, a place to sleep, food, massage, exercise, and education. And fun!
Why is there a different price for members and nonmembers?
Members already have evaluations, body age assessment, and measurements on file, which are necessary to create the right exercise program. Nonmembers will need to schedule a time in advance of the retreat for a consultation with Silvia. The price difference covers this consultation.
For more details contact Silvia at Body Empowered Fitness (847-322-5667). |
