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  • Posted on January 27, 2012

Rachel’s story. introduction.



How can we inspire others? How can we motivate them to be inspired?  A topic that is always discussed and examined at bodhi.

what if you could watch someone transform their life, first hand?

 

When we met Rachel, she inspired us.

The courage she had walking through those doors asking for help will always remind me of how powerful we truly are as humans.

 

As I mentioned this wasn’t her first time “trying” to lose weight and get healthy. She lost over 75 lbs once before only to gain it all back  heavier than when she started. Damn. And she walks in not knowing who we were, what we were all about but thinking they “might” be able to help me. I am passionate about motivating people to be inspired. (look for a blog about this, soon) And there is a difference. But continuing on the topic;  Rachel already walked in inspired, and ready to go through whatever, WHATEVER it took physically, mentally, and emotionally. We all shared tears at our first meeting. It was powerful.

I instantly thought, Rachel can show everyone who might be in a similar situation that -

it is POSSIBLE.   it will SUCK AT TIMES.    it’s ALL WORTH IT.

 

This clip was taken from our first filming  on November 3, 2011 after Rachel agreed to let us document her journey.  When I asked Rachel what her thoughts were on sharing her story to the world, she left undecided. A few days later she called and said “Let’s do it”!

We have been filming since, and I have been consitently posting one blog  a week dedicated to Rachel’s story. Some things to watch for:

Workouts, weekly weigh ins, and many discussions relating to real life situations that caused Rachel to end up here in the first place and that many of you out there are going through everyday.

 

Hit subscribe. be inspired. share the power.

Thank you Rachel, for this opportunity.

 

 

  • Posted on January 24, 2012

Time Under Tension Incline DB Chest Press


To answer the questions of how I developed my physique.

I have been training instinctively now for ten years.  By instincts I mean, I go into the week not knowing which day will get dedicated to which muscle or muscle groups.  Something I was not used to in the early years. When I say early I refer to ages 18-24 .  I had structure with Nick. His obsessiveness with keeping track of our workouts became an important part of my learning how this whole body building process works.

I began to document. the workouts. my progress. what worked. what didn’t. We tried every style of training we could learn about.  I will talk about more of them in detail in time but for now something we always seemed to incorporate was a

“negative”  or time under tension week

A heavy-er week ensuring reps were kept  in the 6-8  range with a 5 second count on the eccentric muscle contraction or “negative” part of a selection of exercises

Here are some recent clips of my chest workout.  Don’t mind my weights. they are not of importance.

what you should be looking at:

slow and controlled tempo.
symmetry left to right
once form is hindered I stop
muscular failure

Even something for the haters

who love to see me fall or fail I should say. If you click here you can watch me fail, fall, and stumble on my words.fun stuff.

Thank you for the opportunity.
get AMPED. anthonymonetti.com

 

  • Posted on January 24, 2012

Time Under Tension Fail Fall Stumble

muscle failure.

watch your step.

mouth sometimes doesn’t work as quickly as mind processes thoughts.

 

Thanks for watching.
get AMPED. anthonymonetti.com

 

  • Posted on January 23, 2012

INBF North East America


Click here for the 2012 INBF North East America entry packet

 

I have always wanted to promote a bodybuilding and fitness event. Now I am. And I have a friend helping me, many actually but my World Champ wife is doing most of the work.  So, let’s thank her for making this happen. ;) This mid April event has been the first WNBF Pr-Q  of the year for 12 years now. Eddie “The Rock” Hernandez started us off and then President Cheh Low co promoted with Charlie Carollo. Those of you who don’t know Eddie the rock he was a top dog in the WNBF going back 10-12 years and when I saw him last he still looks rocky-ish. Those of you who don’t know Charlie, he is the WNBF’s unsung hero from Brooklyn.

 

Some things to know:

when.  Saturday April 14, 2012
where. Somerville High School
222 Davenport St.
Somerville, NJ

check in. 9am
prejudge. 11a
awards. 5p

 

 

Host Hotel.
The Holiday Inn Express Hotels and Suites
947 US Highway 202 North
Branchburg NJ 08876
phone. 908.252.1000
Contact:
Andrea Testa
Code: BOD
Deadline for group rate:  March 22
For group rate you must call and speak with Andrea or rep to make reservations, online reservations are not discounted.
Group Rates available Thursday April 12- Saturday 14
Rooms are standard with either a double or king bed, all rooms include a refrigerator, microwave, with wifi and buffet style breakfast
*Please be respectful and bring you own sheets and towels for sleeping and showering to avoid damage to the room(s) from tanning products.
Website

Thank you.

 


After Party.
Mannion’s Pub and Restaurant
Downtown Somerville, about 45 seconds from the High School (maybe longer, but super close)
908.203.0700
Buffet Style with sit down menu options
Details. we are working on them
A private room has been reserved for the competitors and their fans, family, friends. There is a live band downstairs, and some disco- techa-ish music with a live DJ,  upstairs
Mannions on the web

Fun times.

 

What’s your story?

We would love to hear about your story. What are your plans with this sport? why are you competing? As a documentary head I personally love to watch and learn what makes people tick especially when it comes to a life passion of mine. Lets hear them.  Something captures my attention or inspires me, I might ask you to take part in a personal documentary I have been working on now for about 10 years.  check out a recently inspired story;  Rachel.

Ok so, attached is the application and the banned substance list.  download them. print them. sign them. send them. with your check of course to the address on application.

Click here for the 2012 INBF North East America entry packet

 

Thank you.

 

  • Posted on January 20, 2012

planes of motion advanced

Viewer discretion advised. Explicit lyrics
Sounds of Eminen, DMX and The Notorious B.I.G. in the background as Ronaldo goes though a series of strength training exercises preparing for his upcoming grappling tournament.

I wanted to post this video for a few reasons.

1. t o show the diversity of fitness levels entering and exiting bodhi.
2. to demonstrate 3 basic movements I incorporate into  most client programming,  performed at the advanced level.
3. t o explain how  personalized our service is to our clients.

 

Diversity.
We just watched Ronaldo perform 3 basic  movements  at an advanced fitness level.  He is currently training for a grappling tournament next month and comes to bodhi once a week for strength training. Although ALL of my clients strength train, not all of them can nor should do these exercises.  Overhead shoulder press for example, as Ronaldo uses a barbell that weights 155lbs our small group training class may use dumbbells weighing 15 or 20lbs. We work with all fitness levels regardless of age or sex.

 


3 planes of motion.
I incorporate exercises to accommodate all fitness levels making sure the body moves in  all planes of motion and with as much balance as possible.  “Balanced”  is all relative to the individual clients needs. As I get deeper into this blogging thing I will speak more about how being balanced can be completely different client to client.

 

Barbell Vertical  Push Press- Coronal or Frontal Plane

Barbell Chest Press with stability work- Transverse Plane

Barbell Sumo Dead lift- Sagittal Plane

3 planes of human movement

Lastly, our personalized attention to our clients needs and wants. I began by warning you there was some music playing that may offend others.  We are all about our members success, without it we will not be successful.  So for our 1  on 1 private training our members choose what music they wish to workout to.  As a private studio we can do that, the place is theirs for their scheduled time. Here, Ronaldo chose  DMX.  “whatcha really waaant?”

bodhi. build.

exercise your mind. build your body.

 

 

  • Posted on January 17, 2012

Rachel’s story.

 

She just feels a lot better about herself, and looks forward to the future.

Meet Rachel.

A super courageous young woman who finally reached out to us after walking past our studio numerous times.  Something clicked one day and she decided to begin her journey toward wellness,  once again.   In 2005 Rachel lost  76lbs and regained 100lbs in the past two years.  Something was still broken then, today we plan for the future and accept all challenges without fear.

Meeting Rachel was a blessing.

The moment we met Rachel we were inspired by her story.  Her determination was clear and she was ready to fight for her life once and for all.  We shared tears, high 5′s, and list of goals.  As a fan of documentaries I asked Rachel if she would allow me to document her journey this time.  She agreed.  I believe her story will inspire others.

Wouldn’t you agree?

This clip you just watched was taken on  November 30, 2011.  Rachel has lost 11lbs.  since which totals 26 since she started.  I will posting updates to Rachel’s story weekly. Watch her workout, weigh in and transform her life by overcoming obstacles one goal at a time.

Thank you for the opportunity.

 

 

 

  • Posted on January 17, 2012

Sizzle this.

Ok so it’s been a while.

Today I made some time to update an old “sizzle reel”,  not so sure how much it sizzles but it highlights  some things that led me to where I am today. When I figure out exactly where I am,  I will let you know.

Until then, get sizzled with this 2012 version I made earlier today.  The original was made in 2009 and has been sitting on my shelf for the past 2 years collecting dust. My goal was to use it to show potential sponsors, casting directors and the like, who I am and what I have already been doing.  I have not done a lot of  “work”  however all my appearances and features have been through my hustle and guerrilla marketing antics.

welcome project:mylife.

I have been re-arranging  some priorities this year and gaining some exposure (no pun)  is on top of my list. My last appearance on Mtv was great for introducing me to the world and for the world to be introduced to natural bodybuilding. However, I have been helping others gain their lives back through powerful thinking, quality nutrition and effective fitness training which is way cooler than my dad shaving my a$$ on national television.

Some things to watch for.
training Karen to become a World Champion
developing a full service body transformation center; bodhi.
applying my 20 yrs experience in fitness; AMP.ED training.
working with The Diet Doc; Dr. Joe Klemczewski

 

That is all. Sizzle this, watch for that. thank you for the opportunity.

  • Posted on January 10, 2012

anthony monetti intro

who is anthony monetti? and why anthonymonetti.com?

  • Posted on January 07, 2012

The Diet Doc

A permanent weight loss solution.

I have recently teamed up with Dr. Joe Klemzcewski to create the ultimate permanent weight loss program. You will engage in a process that begins and ends with individual attention. You won’t be on this path alone – you will have a Body Transformation Specialist who has the knowledge and experience to make sure you make it to the summit. You will have someone who truly cares about you as a unique person. Diving into a comprehensive program can seem overwhelming but the alternative is ultimate failure. We are so positive that we can help you reach your goals that we guarantee it!

 

  • Posted on January 07, 2012

am.ped

ANTHONY MONETTI’S PHYSICAL EDUCATION EST. 1991

Introducing am.ped. Exclusive at bodhi. in historic downtown Somerville NJ. A physical education program built on the foundations of safe, effective, fitness training designed by anthony monetti. Intense, yet scalable for most fitness levels.

Learn and experience the fundamentals of AM.PED:

  • Cardiovascular Fitness
  • Muscular Strength
  • Muscular Endurance
  • Flexibility
  • and Body Composition

space and time are limited. contact us for details on how you can get AM.PED.

bodhi. by anthony monetti & co.
194 West Main Street
Somerville NJ 08876
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