2 BIG Announcements...

"Exercise is not the #1 way to lose weight. It's eating right."

Holy crap! Really?...Honestly, yes!

So now you may be thinking, "Then, Janine, why do I need to workout?"

Before you go off the deep end, de-prioritze movement and head straight for the diet jugular, you need to know the truth. Diets are not the answer either. But more over, eating healthy is. And...

Finding a balance between sleeping well, fueling your body & having a a consistent movement practice is the BEST WAY TO STAY STRONG & FIT!

But I'm loving the idea of scraping the thought that exercise is just for weight loss. Now it opens up the door for a boat load of other amazing reasons why working out is so important to you.

My favorite things about working out...

  • It's a Total Mind Body Wake Up Call: I feel more connected to my body, when I'm exercising & even when I'm not.

  • Checks Off All 3 Boxes: It helps me sleep better & reminds me to eat healthy.

  • Gives Me An Emotional Boost, Big Time!: It makes me HAPPY & feel more confident.


And these are just a few. Throw in teaching classes being beyond fulfilling because I thoroughly enjoy watching members leave class with a huge smile on their face. And during class...well that's a whole other level of awesome. The energy is palpable. And we're in it...we're in it together!!

Seriously, nothin' better 😊 


So what about you? What's your favorite thing about working out?

_____________________(Fill in the blank)

Make it more. More than a chore. More than a means of being skinny. More than something you cross off your to-do list.

Start opening your eyes up to the why you want to exercise on multiple levels and I promise, you'll never feel like your "working" out a day in your life.

Love,
Janine

P.S. If you already have an answer to the "my favorite..." question, email me at janine@jbirdfitness.com  I'd love to hear YOUR why.

P.P.S. KEEP READING, AS THERE ARE 2 BIG ANNOUNCEMENTS BELOW!

What's Happening with JBird Fitness

COMING SOON:
I'm so EXCITED to announce, starting June 5th, I'll be teaching my Transform class twice a week at Flip Dog Pilates in Doylestown.

This is one of my FAVORITE classes, as it blends strength, mobility & flexibility training into one "feel good" amazing workout.

More details to come, as we get closer to June...
 

 

We had so much FUN the last time...We're doing it again!

CARDIO DANCE 4-WEEK SERIES:
WEDNESDAYS 12:00PM - 12:45PM
Starting May 3rd

Location: Barre3 Studio

CLICK HERE for more info

 

Classes at Barre3: Doylestown

THIS FRIDAY 4/21 ONLY! 9:30am
(I will not be teaching the 10:45a)

Tuesday 9:30am-10:30am

 

Looking forward to seeing you in class, ALWAYS! If you have any questions about the classes above, feel free to email me at janine@jbirdfitness.com 

 

Featured JBirdFitness.com Workout of the Week
Transform: Total Body
This 15 minute video will give you a peek into the class I will be teaching at Flip Dog & get your whole body moving in all the right directions. 

Members: click HERE to go directly to the video library.
Not A Member Yet? Click HERE for more information on joining JBirdFitness.com

Looking for a longer workout? Mix n Match any of the Transform videos for a non-repeat workout or do the full 1-hour edition in the Original Series Library.

It's Time to Sweep, Shake & Get Moving!

I’m in the throes of it.

Spring cleaning. I love it & I hate it.

It’s like exercising. You know once you’ve checked it off your list, it’s going to feel great. But getting motivated can sometimes be challenging.

So to keep it manageable, knowing if I tried to get it all done in one day I'd get discouraged, I decided to take it in baby steps starting with my car this past weekend. And all I can say is…WOW! I didn’t realize how bad it had gotten.

All winter I was doing the minimum. Taking the trash out daily-ish and de-cluttering the “way back”, as we call it. But when I got in there, doing yoga acrobatics like a contortionist to get into every nook and cranny, what I found was just Gross with a caption G!

Wrappers, objects we gave up looking for months ago, crumbs, lots of crumbs and sticky stuff. Yep, we’re just going to leave it at sticky stuff. (My apologizes, if you have a weak stomach. I should’ve warned you before starting this conversation). But…it’s done.

It may have taken a few hours, as I tried to have the kids help and then the perfectionist within me wound up doing those sections again. But it’s finished. And it feels AMAZING!!

Ha…it really is like exercise isn’t it?!?

One minute you’re doing some never ending reps of squats, thinking “when is she (that’s me) going to stop”. Feeling like you’ll never make it to the end of class and then… S-U-R-P-R-I-S-E! YOU DID IT!!

You’ve brushed off the cobwebs. Got those joints moving. And you feel exhausted but GREAT at the same time!

I have know idea way but the song "Shake it off, oh oh, shake it off" is now playing in my mind. Maybe it's the thought of cobwebs, ick-k-k-k.

Well whatever it is, we'll be doing lots of shakin' in the weeks to come as I'm excited to announce we have one more cardio dance series coming your way and just in time before the kiddo's end of school craziness. (details below)

Closet clean out is next. So wish me luck. And if you have any helpful tips for spring cleaning, email me. I can use all the help I can get!

Sending this message off with a BIG CHEERS!...

Cheers to feeling lighter & brighter as we head into this next season and wishing YOU happy spring cleaning in more ways than one 😉

Janine


What's Happening with JBird Fitness

CARDIO Dance: TAKE TWO!! Wednesdays at 12pm in May

Giving you a heads up on the next set of Cardio Dance classes, as it will be our last series until Fall.

This one is going to catapult us into the summer months smiling from ear to ear! So put it in your calendar and pre-register by clicking below today!!

Click Here for more info

My Barre3 Class Schedule:

Tuesday 9:30am-10:30am
Friday   10:45am-11:30am

Never been to Barre3? Email me at janine@jbirdfitness.com and I can forward you more details.

On-Demand Memberships Available
Click HERE for more information on joining  JBirdFitness.com

Over 275 videos, including 15-60 minute workouts such as Transform (aka Barre Fusion), Cardio Dance, Abs, Yoga and more...

Spring Break Beats

It’s officially Spring! 🌸

Yea, I know it “turned” spring a couple of weeks ago. But not in my book. Up until a few days ago I was still wearing my booties & scarf and even with that, I was shivering.

Ohhhh, Shivers. Love that song by Ed Sheehan. Actually, I like all of his songs. Haven’t heard one yet that I don’t like. Anyway...

Back to the seasons changing and how it not only changes my body temp but my mood too. I love seeing the flowers beginning to pop up, more people walking around the neighborhood and there’s a little extra pep in everyone’s step in & around town.

I even like hearing the kids bash through the door after school, drop their bags on the floor in a hurry and before I can even get down the stairs for hello kisses, their yelling “I’mmm goooing out--side…”

Well hello to you too. LOL I miss the kisses but...

Happy they’re excited to play and breathe fresh air.

They’re going to have a handful of extra days of it this week and into next with spring break on the schedule.

So with that said & the holiday weekend almost underway I won’t hold you up.

Simply wanted to say hi. Pass along another new playlist. And remind you to keep moving but most importantly, enjoy the days in front of you.

See you in class, whether in-person or online,
Janine

P.S. I'll be hitting the play button on this one all weekend long! But you've got to listen to the beginning of the first song. It sounds like an 80's movie soundtrack. Let me know if you hear it too...

Mark your Calendar...

What a CRAZY week!

Nothing a little planning couldn’t handle but that’s just it…I’m NOT a planner. Thankfully being a mom has forced me to work on my scheduling skills.

So I started thinking, what would have happened to my workout time if I hadn’t put it in my calendar. I’ll tell you. It would’ve never happened.

I would've tried to cram my normal daily tasks into what seemed like a regular week, to then realize the kids not only had one but TWO 1/2 days of school.

Seems harmless, right?!? NOOOO!

How do I know?...I’ve lived it. Those precious hours, refocused on little one’s needs, are lost forever. And the ultimate sacrifice is my “me” time.

This hasn’t just happened to me with the kids school schedule though. There's the classic  “oh, I’ll just do one more load of laundry” or the over ambitious, “if I could get through my work to-do list first, then...". And so on & so on.

It seems reasonable and do-able at the time but then something else comes up. Maybe I get a phone call or remember an email I forget to reply to. Next thing I know I’m scrolling through Instagram and reading about the latest celebrity break-up or googling “easy-quick recipe ideas”.

Before I know it the sun’s going down & I wondering why I still have my workout outfit on, when I haven’t sweat in it yet.

You’re probably thinking “Yea, right? She’s a fitness instructor. Working out is built into her life.”

You’re right to some extent. But on the other end, I eat, live & breathe this stuff because I love it and I know how good it makes me feel. And I want to make sure I get at least a little man, make that, WOMAN-MADE SUNSHINE EVERYDAY!

I’m not saying you have to put in a full hour, 7-days a week. Just give yourself at least 15 minute each day.

So on the days you can’t make it to one of my Cardio Dance or Barre3 classes and if time doesn’t allow you to do a workout video on JBirdFitness.com, put in your calendar a walk around the neighborhood, wake-up 15 mins. earlier to do a quick morning yoga flow or take time to turn on some music & dance it out before you sit down for lunch. (Most say this one works best for those who work at home but I say, hell, get the whole office involved)

Here’s one really important thing…
YOU NEED TO PUT IT IN YOUR CALENDAR!

I’m serious. Setting an alarm for each day’s workout is even better.

Make the commitment to look at your full week’s schedule ahead of time. Put it in “writing”. Set the alarms. And you will be bound for success.

Ok, that’s all I’ve got this week since I’m still recover from the school calendar craziness. But below are some ways you can start filling in your calendar already. Take a look and start filling in those hours of your day with some of your own human-made sunshine (aka endorphin-based happy vibes).

Your time starts NOW! 😘

Love,
Janine

When My 🌍 Came Crashing Down

know it’s only been a few weeks since I started writing to you through these newsletters again, but I have to say it feels GREAT to be connected this way.

I’ve been teaching fitness my whole adult life, but it has ALWAYS been more than just working out for me. And I noticed very early on that most of the people I have met through this “job” feel the same way.

I guess that’s why, back in the summer of 2021, I stopped writing. I was still offering classes but I lost my way and I was in a funky place, emotionally.

See while most of the world felt isolated back in mid to late 2020, at that time I was super busy keeping our JBird community together and moving via LIVE workouts a handful of days a week.

With that and being a mom of 2 young kids I went at an ungodly pace for several months, in hopes we could all continue to feel connected inside and out. It worked for awhile but…

It was when things began to open back up that my 🌎 came crashing down.

I was a one woman show, doing everything possible to keep JBird classes going. I got back into the studio, taught LIVE & in-person and also offered on-demand videos. Yet it never seemed like enough.

In my effort to reach everyone, I started to reach less and less of everyone.

People moved on. Found other ways of working out during the roller coaster ride of our ever-changing demands of simply living our lives.

I understood. I didn’t blame anyone. Anyone…except myself.

I became frustrated. I didn’t know how I was going to continue this career of mine. Doing what I love. Teaching.

It’s ironic that last week was 3 years from the shutdown, the catalyst of all this mayhem.  Yet this past weekend was my 1 year anniversary being a Barre3 instructor.

It was shortly after I stopped writing, when Angie (the owner of Barre3) reached out to ask if I’d be interested in joining her team. I have worked for a ridiculous amount of different gyms and fitness studios over the years but never one that required their own in-house training to learn their signature style of class.

So…it took me a moment to decide. Was this what I wanted to do?

What I learned in the past 12 months was it was not only what I wanted to do but what I needed to do.

With the support & encouragement of Angie and the community at B3 I have been given the opportunity to refocus and reconnect with the thing I love, teaching fitness and helping people connect to themselves.

Funny how the memory of one crazy world-wide event can collide with the happy reminiscing of the small steps I needed to take along the way, in rediscovering something that has always been there.

A passion for movement and a love of helping people see the wonder they truly are. (Pssst...that's You!)

So, if you’re in the trenches like I was don’t be afraid to take chances or opportunities others put in front of you. No matter what comes of it, you will learn something about yourself and where you want to go.

On the other side, if you’re on a high right now and have a chance to reach a hand out to someone in need, please do…it can make a bigger impact than you can ever imagine.

With Love,
Janine

P.S. Cheers & a BIG shout out to Angie, the team & the community at Barre3...for helping me see “me” once again.

The Challenge of the Clocks Changing

Daylight savings time, the “anniversary” of the shutdown and the cyclone like winds this past week almost put me over the edge.

Let's start with having to lose an hour this past Sunday.

Now, I get it. There was once a good reason for this. But why oh why are we continuing with this practice? It messes with my whole system for a least a week. You?

Ryan, my husband, said this was the last time the U.S. was changing the clock but looks like that was just a rumor, as google says it’s still up for debate. And you know google is always right, right?!? 😂

Anyway, I want to be helpful here so...

If you’re still struggling to get your body in a rhythm after DST here are a few of my tricks to get things back on track:

  • Have a set time to go to bed, every night*

  • Stick to a bedtime ritual. Such as, turning off the tv/putting your device down at least 45 minutes before bedtime and winding down by reading a book or listening to music.

  • Have a set time to wake up every morning.

  • Schedule yourself time to move EVERYDAY. This could range from coming to take class with me to simply getting outside for a 15 minute walk.

  • Drink water throughout your day and try not to eat or drink caffiene/alcohol 3 hours before bedtime (to read more about the affects of eating/drinking before bed, click here)

*Notice I started with nighttime first.

I've noticed when I set myself up with a good night's rest and get my body in a rhythm, I am much more successful at getting things back on track.

Last thing I wanna say…

Don’t beat yourself up if you’re still feeling sluggish, or having trouble making adjustments and sticking to a plan.

Change, no matter what type, is always challenging. Be patient and trust that you can do it.

Do you have any night or daytime tips for getting through the changes of DST? Click reply if you do, I'd love to hear about it.

As for the other things that have thrown me for a loop this week, I'll hold off until I'm in your inbox again to chat about them. Although, I'm hoping by then the winds in PA will have died down.

On a happy note, we had our first cardio dance class this week and it was AWESOME! Sooooo much FUN!!!

If you missed it and want to know more, I've listed the info below. If you don't live in the area, I also have an on-demand video library you could tap into, to help get your daily movement practice underway.

And as always, if you have any questions or want to chat about the above, shoot me an email at janine@jbirdfitness.com

Love,
Janine

It Gets Me Moving EVERY TIME!

My process…Click. Listen. Make a Decision.

That’s how I get my inspirational juices flowing.

With every playlist I create, I scroll through 100+ song tracks on Spotify. It’s truly a labor of love. 

  • I click on a song 🎵

  • Fast fwd to the 45 sec. mark (that’s usually the sweet spot)

  • Listen for about 10-15 seconds ⏱️

  • And think...yah or nay 🤔

  • Yays get dragged to the new playlist 🎶 & I say goodbye to the nahs

Yes, it’s cut throat. But since I don’t have the luxury of listening to the whole song, it gets the job done quickly and at the same time it gets me in the mood. 

Hey…get your mind outta the gutter!

I’m not talking about that kind’a mood. I’m talking about the mood to choreograph, piece some moves together and get pumped for my next class.

It’s one of the fun parts of being an instructor. Actually, come to think of it, I’m not sure there are any not so fun parts. But anyway….

It really gets my mind working. It’s like putting pieces of a puzzle together. And using my creativity in a really positive way feels good, knowing I’ll get to share it with you in class.

So if you haven’t guessed, this email is a Music Share.

My newest creation, “Leave It All Behind”, is inspired by my drive to get unstuck. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, click here to read about my recent rut.

Either way, music has always had this power over me. A great power to get me, both physically & mentally, moving. Moving in fun, exciting new ways and, dare I say, put a smile on my face.

Enjoy. (click below to hear the playlist on Spotify) If you are around littles, beware there are explicit lyrics in a few songs.

 

"Leave It All Behind" - Spotify Playlist by JBird Fitness

P.S. I'll be using a handfull of these songs during our Cardio Dance Series starting next week. So listen up & get a head start, so you can lipsync or belt it out during class time ;)

What's Happening with JBird Fitness

4-Week Cardio Dance Series
Wednesdays 12:00pm -12:45pm
3/15, 3/22, 3/29, 4/5

$60 for all 4 classes
Drop-ins Welcome at $20/class

What to expect:
Heart pumpin’, easy to follow dance moves, combined to give you a great workout and feel good vibes to take home with you.

 

Click here to register & feel free to email me at janine@jbirdfitness.com with any questions.

Other Ways to Workout with Me:

On-Demand Memberships Available
Click HERE for more information on joining JBirdFitness.com

Over 275 videos, including 15-60 minute workouts such as Transform (aka Barre Fusion), Cardio Dance, Abs, Yoga and more...

I'm in a Rut! Big Time!!

Curious…what gets you moving in the morning?

I feel like every couple of years this answer changes for me. Maybe you too?

Waking up my kids this morning reminded me of my younger days. I was an 80s/90s teen and I couldn’t wait for my mom to be my alarm. Back then it took me 45 minutes to do my hair…I’m NOT kidding! And I needed to get my own booty out of bed super early, to get into the one bathroom we all shared each morning.

Since you know me now and know I have super straight hair, you’re probably wondering how I even survived the 80s. Well I’ll tell you.

A ridiculous amount of dedication and hairspray!

And I was completely committed to staying on trend with my permed curls and sky high bangs.

I look back now and yes, I laugh but I also realize I have always been a woman of conviction. I set my mind to what I want and I do what it takes to get there…

…sometimes.

Yeah, you heard me right. Sometimes. And sometimes I get discouraged by the unknown, procrastinate and get absolute no where, except lost in my own head & thoughts.

The only thing that saves me is knowing I’m not alone. And if I got myself out of a rut once, I can do it again.

So here I am. Pulling myself out of a funk and reaching out. Putting myself out there. Talking to others about what’s in my head and coming up with ways to make those things happen.

First stop…turning up the music and preparing for a dance fitness class series, starting in a couple of weeks. (details below, if you want to join us)

The actual prep began just after the New Year when I started to talk to friends, co-workers and family about wanting to teach dance again.

And that one small act got things in motion.

So a universal shout out to those who listened, gave advice and have always been supportive. Thank you!

Now…I’m here to do the same for you. Have you been wanting to change things up? Did you set a New Year’s goal, but haven’t taken steps toward that goal yet?

You name it. Whether it’s small or BIG, put yourself out there. Start to navigate the possibilities and get yourself moving in the right direction.

Love,
Janine

P.S. for sh*ts & giggles, here is a pic of me way back when. This is dedication staring you in the face. LOL!!! And if my hair could survive the 80s, you can definitely reached any goal you set your mind to.

 

Barre Workout In The Park

Do I wanna see you in class every week this summer? YES!

If you don't live close by, would I love for you to workout with me on JBirdFitness.com every day? YES, of course!

Am I a realistic person? YES.

And that's why I realize this is the season to play, get outdoors as much as possible and enjoy the "freedom" of the summer.

So, when you can't make it to class, you don't have access to wifi to connect on JBirdFitness.com, and you find yourself either watching little ones, enjoying a day on the beach or at the park or simply taking time away from the hustle & bustle...here's a workout you can have FUN with!

Barre In The Park

  1. 2nd Position Plies - feet super wide with your toes turned out. Keep your posture tall throughout. Lower down & up. Start with both heels grounded and work your way up to one heel off the ground, followed by the other and the ultimate change of both heel elevated. Do 3-4 sets of 8.

  2. Arabesques - Lift your outer leg up & back. Do 3 sets of 8.

  3. Moving Warrior 3 - like a seesaw, keep your body in a straight line and hinge forward & up. Do 12-14 reps.

  4. Parallel Squat in Releve - With your feet together, hold onto the back of the bench, sit back & lift your heels up. Go up an inch, down an inch for 8 counts. Followed by 8 counts of staying in the low position, but opening & closing the knees like a clamshell (keeping your heels glued togther and your hips in a steady position). For the final set, alternate between the two and FEEL THE BURN!

  5. Repeat #2 & #3 on the other side.

  6. Tricep Dips - Sit on the bench, placing your hands on the edge right next to your hips. Scoot your butt just a 1/2 inch off the edge. Bend the elbows, being sure to point them backwards. Lower yourself down, somewhere between your original position & your shoulders being at the height of the elbows. Go down & up for 12-14 reps, take a rest and work up to 3 sets.

  7. Scissor Legs - Lie down on the bench and reach your hands/arms overhead to grab a hold of the bench. With either bent knees or straight legs, alternate legs scissoring in the air. Work up to 3 sets of 8.

  8. Hamstring/Back Stretch into Cobra - Face the bench, place your hands on the edge as you hinge forward from the waist. Step back enough that your create the shape of an "L" or a mini downward facing dog. Taking some deep breaths, feel the stretch in the back of your legs and your lower back. Alternate this with a cobra stretch, by shifting your body weight forward, lengthen your legs and finding a gentle backbend. Do 5-8 reps.

Watch the demo video below:

If you're planning on being completely disconnected during some of the summer days ahead, it's as easy as printing this workout right now and throwing it into your glove compartment, beach bag, and/or backpack.

Then you will...

Be prepared for FUN in the SUN at anytime and where ever the wind takes you this season.

With Love,
Janine

P.S. If you have any questions about the workout, feel free to email be at janine@jbirdfitness.com or post your question on the Facebook Community page by clicking HERE.

FREE Workout in the Park

When: Monday, June 12th 2021

Time: 9:00am-10:00am

Where: Central Park’s Bandshell 425 Wells Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901

What to expect: Our “Transform” body conditioning class is a member FAVORITE! Strengthen, tone, and work on your mobility & flexibility in this workout session that will get every muscle in your body moving and give you a feel good fitness vibe. No sneaks needed, as this class is taught barefoot. But bring your yoga mat & be sure to fill your water bottle to the brim because we are going to SWEAT!

Breaking Boundries

This past week we finally saw blue skies & the sun here in PA. It was so refreshing and gave me that extra little boost to re-rev those engines I was talking about last week.

If you missed last Sunday’s newsletter, click here to read what I’m talking about. But I’m not going to rehash the past or dwell on the ickiness of life’s happenings lately.

It’s a New Day…And I’m Feeling Good. (Thanks Nina Simone 😉)

I know this might not be fair, since I've already gotten over the hump for myself, but someone’s got to give you a nudge. Well, more like a BIG shove…but metaphorically of course. Otherwise, that would make me down right rude.

So here it goes.

I need you to up your game.

There…I said it.

It may sound obnoxious of me to ask more of you, especially right now. As we have all been asked to go beyond ourselves the last year for everyone we know & even all those we don’t.

But now it’s time for YOU.

Time to rebuild.
Time to focus.
Time to feel good again.

Time to LIVE!

Live it up…Play, Enjoy Life & Have FUN!

2021 in JBird 🌎 is not only about changing your body, but even more. It’s about connecting the dots between exercise and its ability to create a freedom like no other.

Movement effects how you see yourself & has the power to lift you up.

  • It clears your thoughts, making you more present in your day to day life.

  • It builds strength but it also subconsciously builds your confidence.

  • It reminds you to explore, break through boundaries & play.

It’s like a smorgasbord of emotional transformations sitting right in front of you and all you need to do is get up and move.

We’ve been in limbo for too long.

With that said…

Take the initiative to break thru the status quo.

Here are three ways you can completely change your emotional state of mind in just minutes.

Get Moving Right Now & See The Transformation For Yourself!

With ❤️

Janine

Looking for a Boost in Energy?

I had FUN this past week looking back at when dance fitness began to creep back, excitedly into my life. I had no idea JBird classes were on the horizon but I was willing to play with moving in a different way to inspire the change I knew I was looking for. This is one of the first You Tube videos I posted 3 years ago. A lot has changed since then, but moving this way still makes me feel AMAZING & in a dreamy state of mind.

Click on the video below and follow along...

Cardio Moves - "Dreamer"

The Moves:

  • Butterfly - Feet wide, arms expand open & close 3x, followed by hands to heads and down

  • Swivel Lunge Low 3x with palm press across low, middle and high followed by 2 Jacks

  • Alternating Punches to the Sky 4x with Step Touches followed by 2 Arm Circles & Hip Pops

Having Trouble Focusing?

Hone in on your center by doing Tree Pose. By clearing your thoughts to focus on balancing, you will disregard anything that is not important and re-center your priorities.

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Tree Pose How-to:

  • Step 1 Stand tall, shoulders back & down and the crown of your head reaching to the sky.

  • Step 2 Activate your right standing leg. Keep your hip bones level and pointed forward. Turn your left knee out and draw your left foot to the side of your shin or to your inner thigh, above your knee. Pressing your foot and thigh together, press your left knee back, keeping your hips stable.

  • Step 3 Bring your palms to your heart in prayer. Lengthen your tailbone down and lift up through your torso. Stretch down through your leg.

  • Step 4 After three to five breaths, release your arms and your left leg, bringing your foot back to the floor. Repeat all on the other side.

Want to Ignite Your Confidence?

All you need is 14 minutes and the drive to wake it up!

Transform: Total Body was one of the featured workouts for February and now you get a chance to build your confidence and strengthen your body in one.

Click the video below and get ready to move...

What's Happening with JBird Fitness

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FIRST CLASS is FREE! 
Click HERE to sign-up & view class descriptions on JBirdFitness.com 

Class Schedule:
Mondays         Transform
Wednesdays   D.T.E.
Thursdays      Transform

All classes run from 9:15-10:15am

Prefer to workout at-home? All in-studio classes are broadcasted LIVE on our private Facebook page and are recorded for post-live viewing on our website. Click HERE for more info.

If you have any questions about the in-studio or virtual classes above, feel free to email me at janine@jbirdfitness.com

When 💩 hits the fan...

Holy crap! This past week put me over the edge.

Have you ever thought “yeah, I got this!”, then out of no where your week is completely turned upside down, your very healthy plate of feel good vibes has turned to mush and you’ve now been thrusted into overwhelm mode?

Yup, that was me for the last 7 days.

I know my mission is to keep you motivated, to keep you thinking on the positive side of things. And the above may sound the exact opposite of that.

But I also know it’s important we keep it real.

Yes…if you take a class with me at the studio, you will always be greeted with enthusiasm.

Yes…pick any of the workout videos on JBirdFitness.com and you will hear me constantly shouting out boat loads of cheers to keep you going.

Yes...workout with me from home during our LIVE classes and I will undoubtable begin the broadcast with a FUN inspiring song & most likely be dancing before the sweat session even gets started.

But…I’m human just like you.

We all have good days.
We all have bad days.
We all have in between days.

I’ve come to learn, when I’m having a bad day (or week, for this matter) It’s ok.

But if I dwell on it…it lasts longer.

(Still waiting for the positive punch line? Here it is.)

The Good News.

If you let it go…You have the freedom to choose, good, bad or in between.

So if you’ve been having a tough time staying motivated, getting yourself going these day or maybe you simply had a set-back like I did...

It’s time to shake it off, say good-bye to the winter blues & GET MOVING!

How?

Set your priorities straight and strive to keep a healthy balance with the things that are important to you.

See I was overwhelmed this past week because I pushed the boundaries on what I could realistically achieve, even during a perfect week.

And we all know Nothin’...Is...Perfect!

I was ok with the kids having off on President's Day but as the week unfolded...my computer decided it’s memory was overloaded, I was in way over my head in technological chaos and then we got slammed again with snow, snow & more SNOW!

You catch my drift, yes?

Just reading that brought my shoulders up to my ears. Hope that didn’t happen to you, but if it did…let’s take a deep breath.

Go on….

Inhale

Exhale

(Again)

Inhale

Exhale

Ahhhh…that’s better.

Wow! And we did all that in under 10 seconds.

Imagine what we could accomplish in a quick 15 minute workout or even more amazing during a 60 minute class together.

Point being...even your fitness trainer slips up every now and again, forgetting to balance out my time between what needs to get done and what’s good for me & my body.

So, as one human to another…

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Take the time this week to reinstate your love & commitment to staying healthy and strong. And make sure to sprinkle some me
(I mean YOU) time into this crazy thing we call life.



With ❤️
Janine

What's Happening with JBird Fitness:
Looks like we're getting some more snow here in PA...but where ever you are, you don't have to miss a beat or cardio dance 8 count 😉, for that matter, as we can meet up right in your own living room, whether time is tight this week or your waiting for the plow to clear the street.

Check out the different ways you can Sweat & have FUN with us below and if you have any questions, feel free to email me at janine@jbirdfitness.com

Click the PINK (above) to get movin' & groovin!!!

BIG HUGS & FUN Changes Happening on JBird

I am feeling very loved today. In fact, I have been feeling the love strongly throughout these last 11 months and I know I’m one lucky chick.

Back in March JBird & I had to take a quick turn and go 100% virtual...and we’ve been going strong ever since.

I say "we" because I haven’t been alone. The JBird Fitness crew has been dedicated from day 1 and keeping me inspired throughout every change.

And just this past week I realized how much has evolved with everything since all of the craziness began in 2020. So much so...

I had to give the JBird website a complete makeover!

This has been a labor of love. Like the biggest hug and kiss on this Valentine’s Day I could give my DIY website.

She and I have been through a lot. And I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished and where we are going.

To most people it may just be a page on the Internet. But I know she is a living, breathing thing.

She shares my passion for movement & helping people see the amazing beauty, strength & vibrancy I see in them, on a daily basis.

It’s never just been exercise for me. It’s always been about connecting to a wondrous & inexplicable human vibe called...

LOVE.

When you love your body, your body loves you back. And then...

YOU ARE UNSTOPPABLE & YOUR UNIQUE INNER BEAUTY SHINES BRIGHTER THAN EVER!

It’s a glow I see at the end of each class. A glow that inspires me to keep teaching after all of these years.

On a similar note, know by simply opening this newsletter, allowing me to express myself and keep us connected, you are appreciated more than you’ll ever know.

And for that...I’m sending you the BIGGEST virtual hug humanly possible 🤗

Happy Valentine’s Day my friend! ❤️❤️❤️

BE THE LOVE & SHARE YOUR INCREDIBLE LIGHT WITH THE 🌎

Thank you for letting me share mine.

With GREAT Appreciation,
Janine

P.S. I'd love for you to check out the changes I've made to the website. So click HERE to check it out. And in the weeks to come I will be making even more changes so our LIVE JBird Fitness workouts can be accessible to all. 😃

Want to workout with us? Check out the different options below & if you have any questions don't hesitate to email me at janine@jbirdfitness.com

Click the PINK (above) to get movin' & groovin' TODAY!!!

"This has been great, but I need a change"

Year after year, New Year after New Year, I get SUPER pumped. Ready to jump out of the gate and take off.

But this year...things felt different.

My brain wanted to kick it into high gear, but my body said "Slow down, what's the rush?" and it's taken me a little longer to get the engines going.

At first I was getting frustrated and being stubborn, wondering why am I feeling this way. But now that I've arrived...arrived in a happy place, a place that has gradually eased into my routine, I feel so good.

I can't emphasis how important it is to listen to your body.

I'm glad I listened to mine and from the sounds of things, I'm not alone. This past week I've had a handful of JBirds tell me similar stories.

It turns out, while my body was saying "Take it one day at a time", other's were saying:

"This has been great, but I need a change"
"Hey you! How can we find a balance of what I need & what I want?"
"Can we spice things up here and have a little fun with this?"

Assuming "this" means the time you dedicate to exercise and moving your body...

The answers seem like completely do-able requests, but being creatures of habit makes it a little challenging.

Notice I said little. Little but ABSOLUTELY possible & no better time than the present.

So, before your week even begins I want you to genuinely ask your body...

"What do you want?"

And listen but...don't stop there.

Make the change.

Even if that means it's simply doing a 2-3 minute stretch flow before you jump in the shower every morning. Or you pick up a heavier set of weights, but own the fact you may need to do less reps & work up to the challenge. And if your lookin' for spice...join us for some FUN shake your booty time on JBird LIVE 😁

Change is good.

But is even better when you couple it with respecting what your body needs at this moment in time. Creating an undeniable inner strength & awareness unlike any other.


Now go ahead a give your body the GOODNESS it desires.


❤️ Janine

What's Happening with JBird Fitness

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Have you heard? We've been nominated again this year! 🎉

It would be INCREDIBLE to win the Best in Bucks Group Fitness - Central Bucks Wellness category. But we need more votes.

Huge thank you to all those who have voted already. If you haven't, click HERE for direct voting access.
I greatly appreciate the support. 🤗

Workout with Us!

Click the PINK (above) to get movin' & groovin' TODAY!!!

Cardio Moves Workout

A quick Cardio Moves Workout, The ULTIMATE way to PLAY!

1. "Wake Up" - Start with feet wide, reach to the sky, then melt downward to the floor. Roll back up to start and finish with 4 hip circles on the right. Repeat on the left & keep alternating for 60 seconds.

2. "Dig Deep" - Angle your body to face the corner of the room. Forward knee bent, back heel up. Bring your back knee toward your chest 4 times, naturally moving your arms. Then switch to the other side. Keep repeating 4 on one side, 4 on the other with power & energy for 60 seconds.

3. "Get Low" - Feet wide, toes turned slightly outward. Squat to sit low, then shift your body to the right & lengthen the legs to go high. Get down & center again to then shift to the left. Alternate from side to side, making sure to create big movements from high to low for 60 seconds.

4. "Twist & Shout" - Begin with your feet together, toes pointing on a diagonal. Lightly hop/jump the feet to the opposed diagonal. Keep hopping side to side and then add the arms & upper body to twist in the opposite direction (low, middle, high) and continue for a total of 60 seconds.

Do all 4 moves, then repeat 2 more rounds to have a complete 15 minute Cardio Moves workout.

Your Goals: Move Your Whole Body, Get Your Heart Pumping' & Have FUN!!!

Turning Up the Volume!

We aren't even a month into 2021 and I’ve already been through many ups & downs.

How about you?

With so much happening around us I once again looked to music to shift my emotional state when I was feeling a change was in need.

So it was perfect timing since I began throwing songs into playlists last week.

But…

Let’s just say I had gotten overly excited about everything I was hearing and I made a handful of lists with nearly 2 hours of music on each.

Great, right? Noooooo.

With my classes only being 60 mins, I had to hunker down, split up & rearrange the lists. And QUICK! Because this mama needed inspiration to shake things up!

Now that it’s all said and done I have to admit it felt really AWESOME to take the time to simply listen, connect to the vibe of each song and daydream about movin’ to each beat.

Excited to share my “day dreaming” moves with my JBirds this upcoming week, but thought it would be FUN to send you my latest creations, so you can get into the groove wherever & whenever you are feelin’ the need for change too.

WARNING: Each playlist definitely has a different vibe & will likely change your mood for the positive. Don’t say I didn’t tell ya so 😉

Here you go... (scroll down to listen to the playlists

Home Sweet Home “where the best foundation of your being lives & breathes”
Put together with our Transform class in mind, including moments of subtlety & focus yet a playful energy throughout to keep you fully engaged and depending on your inner strength to lift you up.

Fly High “rev the engine & take off on an energy high”
This DTE (dance training for everyone) compilation is all about waking it up, pushing the boundaries and then letting loose 😁

Take It Easy "simmer down, down, down"
This one is for whenever you’re feeling a little off kilter or the world around you is bringing you to a place you don’t wanna be. It no doubt has a chill vibe…but it's oh so warm & fuzzy too.


Well there you have it. My week's focus and dose of progress & positivity. Enjoy! Have FUN listening & don't be afraid to get up and Dance Dance Dance, especially to "Fly High" 💃🏼

❤️Janine

P.S. If you have a favorite song 🎵 or you build playlists on Spotify too, I'd love to hear about it. Reply to this email or reach out at janine@jbirdfitness.com, as I'm always looking to you for my future inspiration.

Something to be EXCITED about!! 😃

I feel like such a jerk sometimes.

Here I am sending out messages to you in newsletters & on social media to "Wahoo, make the most of it", "Have FUN!", "Let's Loose", & "Shake Your Booty" and then...

The world takes a sad or unimaginable turn...It sucks.

I want to be the person you look to, to refocus on the good and have joy in your life. But when things feel like they're spinning out of control, putting those messages out there makes me wonder if you think I just don't care or I'm living in a bubble.

Well I want you to know...

I know, I feel, and I AM going through it all WITH YOU.

But the only things keeping me from going insane are those 5 minutes I take to dance to my favorite new song or closing my laptop to wrestle my kids to ground with hugs & kisses and even shutting my phone off to simply breathe.

So I'm going to keep sending these messages. Keep reminding you, you are in control. You are in control of more than you think. And...

You do have the power to create little moments of happiness.

Here are a few things I did this past week to keep me going...

My Week in Review:

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FIRST DAY JITTERS more like giggles - Seriously I was as giddy as a kid in a candy store.

My thoughts on Instagram "Feels AMAZING to be back in the studio! I walked in today to be surprised by this indoor “snow shower” of happiness and it immediately put a smile on my face 😁 Then my JBirds topped it off with an incredible class. Great job starting the year off positive & strong!"

LISTENED TO NEW TUNES 🎵
I always say I only need people & music to get my creative juices flowing. And even though I only have a small # of students back at the studio, that's all it took to get me started. So the past few days I sat down & went nutz on Spotify. I still need to refine the new playlists but one AWESOME find with a great message was Katy Perry's Dec '20 release called "Not The End of the World". And the album Cosmic Energy has a few other good finds too. Click HERE to listen for yourself.

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MY NEW "HOME GYM" Pre-covid I always loved going to the gym. but taking the extra time in the house as an opportunity to transform our basement family area. And making this little nook a space I can have FUN in, when I'm not at the studio.

It’s not very big. About a 5 ft x 12 ft space (some people have closets bigger than that LOL) But it’s starting to take shape & I’m SUPER EXCITED about it!

P.S. The wall art reads "Sweat. Smile. Repeat." ❤️❤️❤️

So there you have it.

It wasn't big over the top changes that made me feel like I was on top of the 🌍. But they were the little things I noticed...

The little things I may have taken for granted before & the little spaces I renewed that brought a smile to my face.

I wish the same for you and only hope to inspire you to...
Keep Moving & Stay Connected!

With ❤️
Janine

What's Happening with JBird Fitness:
Yes, the moments this past week definitely gave my a jolt of joy but none more than sweatin' 💦 it out with my JBirds!

This past Monday, In-Studio classes started up again. We are broadcasting & recording all of our weekly sessions and have a FUN selection of On-Demand videos on JBirdFitness.com.

More info below, but always feel free to reach out to me at janine@jbirdfitness.com with any questions you may have.

Here's to Staying Healthy Together!!! 🤸🏼‍♀️