Pedal On The Pier For The Kids
At Vision Fitness and Wellness, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to engage in one of the most basic human endeavors: movement. This joy of movement begins with each of us from an early age. We learn to sit, to crawl, to walk, and to play. A youthful spirit of play is present in all of Vision’s programs, and we are often reminded of the purity of children on a playground, simply moving.
Unfortunately, the harsh realities of certain parts of the world directly impact today’s children. These kids desperately need our help, and they deserve to be safe, fed, healthy, and free to explore. That’s why this year, we are partnering once again with the Harold Robinson Foundation for an exciting event benefitting at-risk youth. This event, called “Pedal on the Pier,” will take place June 1st, 2014 at Santa Monica Pier.
Pedal on the Pier features over 400 cyclists on 100 high-tech stationary bikes. Folks are sponsoring both individuals and teams to ride 100 miles in five hours. The ultimate goal is raising $500,000 in order to send 20 inner-city schools to all-expenses paid camps. The camps themselves will have a host of activities which are not only fun, but also develop leadership and character in a safe, nurturing environment.
My team and I would greatly appreciate your donation – every pledged dollar counts, and will be passed on directly to the Foundation. Your donation is also completely tax-deductible. To make a pledge, simply click here.
If you’re interested in being a member of our team, have any questions, or would like to start training for the event, please email us at clientservices@visionfitnessandwellness.com. What a fantastic way to get back in shape, with a clear goal in sight! If you’d rather not ride, the event itself will be a fun day for the whole family, featuring a DJ, celebrity guests, food, vendors, and much more. Come on out and show your support in person!
Thank you in advance for your support. I know these kids really appreciate it, as well. We look forward to seeing you all in June!
March Run Club Sessions & Race for Success
What full body workout can you do with ZERO equipment? Join our Run Club and experience a whole new way to enjoy the outdoors, build camaraderie, and get in great shape. There is nothing else like the natural high of lacing up your shoes, meeting up with friends and new faces, and taking in the Westside of Los Angeles the way it was meant to be seen: one run at a time!
We believe that running here in SoCal is its own kind of poetry – the soft pitter-patter of feet, the lapping of the waves nearby, the feeling of fullness as you fill your lungs with ocean air. Our Run Club participants look forward to their Saturday run adventures all week. There’s no better way to release stress and energize your entire weekend. We’re starting a new session March 1st, so register with us today.
We also want to invite both experienced runners and up-and-comers to an exciting event at Loyola Marymount University on Saturday, March 8, 2014 – the Race for Success 5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Run! The 5K Run/Walk will start at 8 am, followed by the 1K Kids’ Run at 10 am. Register here for this fun family event. Choose “Vision Fitness & Wellness / Playa Physical Therapy” to join our team.
Start Your Running Journey Now
Never having been a runner, I began participating in Natania’s running classes at my gym. With her diligent coaching, I began to actually ENJOY running and her tips on technique and form are priceless. Soon after, I joined her Vision Run Club. She met me on a weekend and ran a 5K with me so that we could establish my base time. After that, I began attending her weekly classes and followed the daily training schedule. Six weeks later, I ran my next 5K and shaved off 3 minutes from my time. Her workout regime was systematic and safe! Natania emphasizes safety, good body mechanics and not to go overboard. I highly recommend joining her running club!!! She definitely knows her stuff and keeps your best interest in mind! Am proud to say that I’m running my next 5K in a few days. :) Thank you Natania-you’ve given running a whole new meaning for me!
– Priya Siva, Vision Fitness & Wellness Run Club Member
Why We Started the Vision Run Club
Hey – it’s Natania here and I want to share my running story! I wasn’t born a runner. I became a runner.
I was a very competitive athlete in regards to gymnastics, baseball, swimming, etc. But I was never really good at long distances. I remember from public school we had to run a mile and I could barely make it. I recall starting and then not being able to continue to run and wondering, “Why?” I never felt successful in running as a child, so I didn’t follow up with it. I felt successful swimming and diving and doing short 50 meter sprints and using my body in that way, and that’s the path I followed.
My career went on and I moved out to California. Running had always been in the back of my mind as something that I wanted to do. I lived in Santa Monica, and I had dreams of getting up and running to the pier. Initially, I worked a lot in corporate executive positions within the fitness industry that pulled me away from working one-on-one with clients, which is where my true passion lies. During that time I felt separated from what I really wanted to do. It was a lot of time, a lot of work, and a lot of stress. There was a time when I got sick and I put on some weight – about 20 pounds heavier than my healthy body weight.
I met an amazing friend at work, and I noticed that she had a calendar for her track practices. I became intrigued, and I said to her, “I want to get back into running. Would you be my running coach?”. She took me out to run, and on the first day we did some drills, and then she said, “Okay, let’s run.” I took off and she told me, “Whoa, whoa, whoa, slow down! You’re not going to be able do this run that fast.” And I said, “Really? I need to slow down?”. And I realized that all my life I always started fast and sprinted and everyone had tried to get me to slow down for longer runs.
My friend was a mid-long distance runner, so I ran with her, and then she brought me over to her track team. That was challenging. I wasn’t let on the team for over a year. I kept showing up to practices and I was still the slowest one on the team. But I really wanted to develop as a runner and overcome the challenge. I entered my first track meet, and the 400 meters nearly killed me – the last 100 meters I had no clue what hit me, like a bear on my back! It was one of the most difficult things I’ve ever done both physically and mentally.
Now when I do run, I use it as a form of meditation, a form of focus that brings me back to the things I really love: movement, health, happiness and feeling alive. I love sharing that with people. I love to give back all that’s been given to me over the course of my running journey. I run because it helps me overcome things that I think are not possible. I run because it helps me break through seemingly impossible obstacles. I run because I sometimes have to dig deep and find that inner strength to move forward. I hold on for just a second more and say to myself, “I can, I will.”
I hear all the time, “I am not a runner, I can’t run, etc.”. Deep down I think some people really do want to run but are concerned, fearful about hurting themselves or have had a bad past experience, like my own. Running is a form of freedom, inner strength and form of motion. Everyone wants to be free. All it takes is moving away from the “I can’t” mindset and giving it a shot. With the right coach, belief from within and from good friends on the outside – you can become a runner.
Ready, set, go!
At Vision Fitness and Wellness, running is about teamwork. We know that every runner is at different levels, and we are here to make sure your runs are fun, social, and on track with good form. We offer six weekly runs as well as local 5K and 10K group runs. Our Run Club is starting a new session this Saturday, January 11th. Sign-up today and receive a free Lorna Jane/Vision tank top!
The New Year is the perfect time (and perfect weather) to start on your own running journey. You don’t need to carry an Olympic torch – just the unique torch inside of you. Call us now at (424) 731-0140or email to join the best run club on the Westside of Los Angeles.
May the wind be at your back, always. NEVER, NEVER, NEVER give up on your dreams!
Pedal On The Pier For The Kids
At Vision Fitness and Wellness, we believe everyone should have the opportunity to engage in one of the most basic human endeavors: movement. This joy of movement begins with each of us from an early age. We learn to sit, to crawl, to walk, and to play. A youthful spirit of play is present in all of Vision’s programs, and we are often reminded of the purity of children on a playground, simply moving.
Unfortunately, the harsh realities of certain parts of the world directly impact today’s children. These kids desperately need our help, and they deserve to be safe, fed, healthy, and free to explore. That’s why this year, we are partnering once again with the Harold Robinson Foundation for an exciting event benefitting at-risk youth. This event, called “Pedal on the Pier,” will take place June 1st, 2014 at Santa Monica Pier.
Pedal on the Pier features over 400 cyclists on 100 high-tech stationary bikes. Folks are sponsoring both individuals and teams to ride 100 miles in five hours. The ultimate goal is raising $500,000 in order to send 20 inner-city schools to all-expenses paid camps. The camps themselves will have a host of activities which are not only fun, but also develop leadership and character in a safe, nurturing environment.
My team and I would greatly appreciate your donation – every pledged dollar counts, and will be passed on directly to the Foundation. Your donation is also completely tax-deductible. To make a pledge, simply click here.
If you’re interested in being a member of our team, have any questions, or would like to start training for the event, please email us at clientservices@visionfitnessandwellness.com. What a fantastic way to get back in shape, with a clear goal in sight! If you’d rather not ride, the event itself will be a fun day for the whole family, featuring a DJ, celebrity guests, food, vendors, and much more. Come on out and show your support in person!
Thank you in advance for your support. I know these kids really appreciate it, as well. We look forward to seeing you all in June!
March Run Club Sessions & Race for Success
What full body workout can you do with ZERO equipment? Join our Run Club and experience a whole new way to enjoy the outdoors, build camaraderie, and get in great shape. There is nothing else like the natural high of lacing up your shoes, meeting up with friends and new faces, and taking in the Westside of Los Angeles the way it was meant to be seen: one run at a time!
We believe that running here in SoCal is its own kind of poetry – the soft pitter-patter of feet, the lapping of the waves nearby, the feeling of fullness as you fill your lungs with ocean air. Our Run Club participants look forward to their Saturday run adventures all week. There’s no better way to release stress and energize your entire weekend. We’re starting a new session March 1st, so register with us today.
We also want to invite both experienced runners and up-and-comers to an exciting event at Loyola Marymount University on Saturday, March 8, 2014 – the Race for Success 5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Run! The 5K Run/Walk will start at 8 am, followed by the 1K Kids’ Run at 10 am. Register here for this fun family event. Choose “Vision Fitness & Wellness / Playa Physical Therapy” to join our team.
Start Your Running Journey Now
Never having been a runner, I began participating in Natania’s running classes at my gym. With her diligent coaching, I began to actually ENJOY running and her tips on technique and form are priceless. Soon after, I joined her Vision Run Club. She met me on a weekend and ran a 5K with me so that we could establish my base time. After that, I began attending her weekly classes and followed the daily training schedule. Six weeks later, I ran my next 5K and shaved off 3 minutes from my time. Her workout regime was systematic and safe! Natania emphasizes safety, good body mechanics and not to go overboard. I highly recommend joining her running club!!! She definitely knows her stuff and keeps your best interest in mind! Am proud to say that I’m running my next 5K in a few days. :) Thank you Natania-you’ve given running a whole new meaning for me!
– Priya Siva, Vision Fitness & Wellness Run Club Member
Why We Started the Vision Run Club
Hey – it’s Natania here and I want to share my running story! I wasn’t born a runner. I became a runner.
I was a very competitive athlete in regards to gymnastics, baseball, swimming, etc. But I was never really good at long distances. I remember from public school we had to run a mile and I could barely make it. I recall starting and then not being able to continue to run and wondering, “Why?” I never felt successful in running as a child, so I didn’t follow up with it. I felt successful swimming and diving and doing short 50 meter sprints and using my body in that way, and that’s the path I followed.
My career went on and I moved out to California. Running had always been in the back of my mind as something that I wanted to do. I lived in Santa Monica, and I had dreams of getting up and running to the pier. Initially, I worked a lot in corporate executive positions within the fitness industry that pulled me away from working one-on-one with clients, which is where my true passion lies. During that time I felt separated from what I really wanted to do. It was a lot of time, a lot of work, and a lot of stress. There was a time when I got sick and I put on some weight – about 20 pounds heavier than my healthy body weight.
I met an amazing friend at work, and I noticed that she had a calendar for her track practices. I became intrigued, and I said to her, “I want to get back into running. Would you be my running coach?”. She took me out to run, and on the first day we did some drills, and then she said, “Okay, let’s run.” I took off and she told me, “Whoa, whoa, whoa, slow down! You’re not going to be able do this run that fast.” And I said, “Really? I need to slow down?”. And I realized that all my life I always started fast and sprinted and everyone had tried to get me to slow down for longer runs.
My friend was a mid-long distance runner, so I ran with her, and then she brought me over to her track team. That was challenging. I wasn’t let on the team for over a year. I kept showing up to practices and I was still the slowest one on the team. But I really wanted to develop as a runner and overcome the challenge. I entered my first track meet, and the 400 meters nearly killed me – the last 100 meters I had no clue what hit me, like a bear on my back! It was one of the most difficult things I’ve ever done both physically and mentally.
Now when I do run, I use it as a form of meditation, a form of focus that brings me back to the things I really love: movement, health, happiness and feeling alive. I love sharing that with people. I love to give back all that’s been given to me over the course of my running journey. I run because it helps me overcome things that I think are not possible. I run because it helps me break through seemingly impossible obstacles. I run because I sometimes have to dig deep and find that inner strength to move forward. I hold on for just a second more and say to myself, “I can, I will.”
I hear all the time, “I am not a runner, I can’t run, etc.”. Deep down I think some people really do want to run but are concerned, fearful about hurting themselves or have had a bad past experience, like my own. Running is a form of freedom, inner strength and form of motion. Everyone wants to be free. All it takes is moving away from the “I can’t” mindset and giving it a shot. With the right coach, belief from within and from good friends on the outside – you can become a runner.
Ready, set, go!
At Vision Fitness and Wellness, running is about teamwork. We know that every runner is at different levels, and we are here to make sure your runs are fun, social, and on track with good form. We offer six weekly runs as well as local 5K and 10K group runs. Our Run Club is starting a new session this Saturday, January 11th. Sign-up today and receive a free Lorna Jane/Vision tank top!
The New Year is the perfect time (and perfect weather) to start on your own running journey. You don’t need to carry an Olympic torch – just the unique torch inside of you. Call us now at (424) 731-0140or email to join the best run club on the Westside of Los Angeles.
May the wind be at your back, always. NEVER, NEVER, NEVER give up on your dreams!
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