First Step Fit Club

FIRST STEP FIT CLUB is a FREE workout group that meets weekly.

The downloadable workout we use was developed by world famous fitness trainer and Rhode Island's own TONY HORTON (Creator of P90X, Power 90, 10 Minute Trainer). It is NOT FOR SALE but FREE to help people get started on their road to better health and a better quality of Life. You now have the tools...it's up to you!----> 

If You Or Someone You Love… 

- Are Out Of Shape 

- Haven’t Worked Out In Many Years 

- Has/Have Had Health Issues And Would Like To Get Moving Again Slowly 

- Has/Have 100 Or More Pounds To Lose 

- Can’t Do A Warm-Up To Another Workout Because It’s Too Strenuous 

                                                    This Is for You! 

Having health issues and disabilities for almost 20 years, I needed to start somewhere and finally realized there are many people like me...needing a place to start to even get in shape to be able to do a simple warm-up.

Living in constant pain, I could barely walk, get up from the bed or couch and was out of breath just standing up. I had a pile of workout dvd's, walking dvd's, yoga dvd's and could not even do the warm-ups, let alone the exercises! The dvd's just got dusty and took up space on the shelf!

I'd seen all the Beachbody® commercials and felt left out and depressed because I didn't fit in anywhere.

I grew bigger and bigger without realizing it (sweat pants and stretch shorts go a long way to hide the bulge) had battled with high-blood pressure for over 5 years, and had shortness of breath, among many other debilitating health issues.  I was afraid of dying young. I didn't want my life to end early- not at 51 years old!

I'd seen the commercials, went to the website and joined Team Beachbody as a free member.  I was surprised to see there were other workouts available to me, not just P90X® or Insanity®- I was THRILLED because I finally had some sort of hope I'd be able to find something that fit my limitations. Well, I did find the workout you see now on the right side of this page. It's called "Pay It Forward" and the dvd was sent to me by my coach- yes, a free coach.  Besides this workout I didn't have to buy, I found more info and free ways to help me lose weight and get healthy, like Message Boards and a virtual "gym" where I can login and have workout buddies from across the country to support me in my daily challenges!  Beachbody offers several other exercise programs for people who need a place to start.  I was so suprised because all I ever heard about were the extreme workouts, like Turbofire and Hip Hops Abs!

I was also surprised to see a chart called Michi's Ladder that helps me substitute foods I was eating for healthier choices. It's listed under "Eat smart" on the home page. This is all provided FREE to help people lose weight and live the life they've dreamed of!

It doesn't get EASIER than this and it's all here in one place-

The Exercise Program, The Food Choices and Free Online Support, as well as the weekly meeting!

*** If you'd like to use Michi's Ladder right now, login as a FREE member by clicking here.

I created First Step Fit Club to share what I've found...share what's helped me lose over 20 inches, share what got me off the blood pressure medications..(yes, after 5 years, my blood pressure is now normal).

You have to take the First Step some time...do it today- DO IT RIGHT NOW AND COMMIT YOURSELF TO LIVING A LONGER, FIT AND HEALTHIER LIFE. Do it for YOU, for your Loved Ones, grand kids, dog, cat...just do it now.

We'll do it together- YOU ARE NOT ALONE! No one is here to judge, look at what you're wearing or whether or not you can move!

Begin now by pressing "play" on the video in the upper right-hand corner. Watch it and commit to doing it at least 5 times a week and come to the Fit Club for support and a workout with people just like you and me, weigh in if you'd like or have your measurements taken, we'll take "before and after" photos (please bring your own camera as this is your success story) if you'd like. You'll be amazed at the changes in your body just in time for the holidays.

PLUS- Enjoy a free taste of Shakeology just for coming!

FIRST STEP FIT CLUB currently meets:

Thursday afternoons, 5:30-6:30 pm
Saturday mornings, 10-11 am (new time and day!) at

POSITIVE NEW BEGINNINGS HOLISTIC AND WELLNESS CENTER
877 Broadway in East Providence, RI  02914

(right off Exit 6 on Rte 195)  
Tel. 1-401- 432-7195

Check back here often for new locations and times.

Lao Tzu said, "The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step..."

Take That First Single Step- Come And Get Moving With Us Every Week And Bring A Buddy!

Feeling The Responsibility Of Being A Coach

It's been an amazing experience- being a Beachbody Coach.

As I've watched the Pay-It-Forward dvd numerous times ( and done it) and watching Tony And The Folks (and doing that one too), I've learned new things and remembered things I already knew...the learning is wonderful...appreciating my body is, too.

But what has really touched me is seeing the changes in people's health...and if your health gets better, Life usually gets better, too.

I'm so moved seeing my friend, Pam lowering her blood pressure and losing weight by adding a daily glass of Shakeology to her diet. I'm thrilled to read her comments about it on my Facebook page and to see her recommend it to another of her friends.  I love to hear about her energy levels and better concentration when we chat...It's exciting to believe in something and know it works for you, recommend it and then see great results in another person's life!

And...I love doing the workouts with my cousin on skype. Doing my best to uplift her when the world is crumbling down around her...letting her know that though those around her take her for granted, I don't..and I truly care and love her. I want to see her succeed. 

Yesterday, she had a bad morning  and her teenagers did not cooperate to allow her the time she needed for herself so we couldn't do the Pay It Forward dvd. We left it to do it later in the day. Well, I did mine to make sure I got it done and hoped to rest in the afternoon so I could walk thru the dvd with her later. My afternoon took a nosedive quickly and I crawled onto the bed to just clear my thoughts and shake the negative energy away. Well, she called and heard I was exhausted..she called and we spoke for awhile. I guess she heard it in my voice how drained I was so she told me to go ahead and rest and she could do the dvd by herself when her daughter got home...She ended up walking on the treadmill and I felt awful that she didn't get do the workout. She did eat well and lost a pound so it worked out but I felt awful I'd let her down.

This morning she called me on skype, which I didn't expect- I barely had one eye open and had planned on going back into my room and planning the day but she was excited and there was NO way I was going to let her down...so we did the dvd and it was GREAT! I popped it in and she just followed me...when we finished she had to run and get ready for work but I told her she did and could face ANYTHING that came her way...my beloved cousin has no idea I was also saying it out loud to myself. I LOVE BEING A COACH AND MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN SOMEONE ELSE'S LIFE...As I do for someone else, I'm reaping the benefits and the blessings.

It's a win-win situation...

Have a great day and BRING IT!

Click Here Now To Let Me Coach You For FREE! Just Click On JOIN When You Get There!

I Lost Another 7.8 Inches This Past 30 Days And I'm Off Blood Pressure Meds

January 10, 2012

Yes, it's true! From February 14th to March 14th (last night), I lost 7.8 inches from my body and a total of 17.1 inches since I began 62 days ago!

I'm THRILLED!

Remember, the workout I've been doing (and not even every day), isn't really a workout. It's not even a half hour long and has breaks in it. I do 3 exercises with light weights-10 reps each (whoop-de-do ), 10 modified push-ups against my door, some lunges and stretching...that's been it! It's the exercise video in the right hand corner of this blog...It's called Pay It Forward and it's designed for people who haven't moved in some time....who haven't been able to exercise...for those who are morbidly obese. Do you realize being only 40 lbs overweight, you're considered obese?

Also, please remember I'm actually eating MORE and am drinking the Shakeology. Learn about New Tropical Strawberry Shakeology here.

So my next piece of good news is that after 5 years of high-blood pressure- we're talking 171/111, etc., I'm now off my daily medication and my blood pressure at the doctor's was 124/86! What's amazing is that I'd STOPPED taking the pills a whole week before because I wasn't feeling right, as though I was over-medicated. I DO NOT RECOMMEND IT AND DO NOT ENDORSE IT. CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR FIRST! The only thing I can attribute it to is the Shakeology. <-Find out how Shakeology can help you! 


When I began this program in January, my blood pressure was still too high to stop the meds. I had the heart "flutters" ( I felt like a butterflies were fluttering in my heart and it was pretty weird. It happened several times a day), and I haven't lost enough weight yet to reduce my pressure. In fact, it was still quite high when I weighed 35 lbs less over a year and a half ago! I used to be able to take walks in the park, which is also supposed to lower blood pressure but it didn't. So what changes did I make in my life to cause such a dramatic difference in about six weeks?

Eating better and Shakeology!<- Learn about its low glycemic index here.

Am I trying to sell you on it? No...let this video of doctors tell you what they think about it. Watch the video carefully. Please pay attention because when you're in poor health, a poorer quality Life usually follows. When you have your health, you have energy, enjoyment, pleasure, F-U-N and everything else that goes with LIVING! You look great, feel great and everything seems to go your way.  


Good health is the key to a good life.

I'm so ecstatic to be losing weight slowly and getting healthier. A few months ago, I was in such terrible shape, I was afraid of dying young. I was in danger of doing so. It was a reality! It was going to happen. Now, thanks to Beachbody, everything has changed for the better and I plan on being around for a long, long time!

Playing Devil's Advocate now...heh, heh, heh..., I wonder how much I would have lost if I had the energy and stamina to do one of the other Beachbody programs like P90X, Slim In 6, Body Gospel or Insanity! Imagine the possibilities... ;)


Check out the links and see which one is right for you! Even YOU have time for Tony Horton's 10 Minute Trainer! LOL


I hope to see you in the Supergym very soon!;)