WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING 

As I drove away from my last boot camp for the season (I am a snowbird), I thought back on the many changes that have taken place in my mind and body over the last 6 months.
At 58 years old, my only goal when I started boot camp was to hopefully lose a little weight. Little did I know that that was the least of what I would accomplish in North Palm Beach Adventure Bootcamp. Physically, I am 15 pounds lighter, I have 5% less body fat, I have gone from size 10 jeans to size 6, and I can run 5 miles. (when I started, I could not run a half mile without feeling like I was going to die) I have placed in my age group in three 5K races since I started, and one of my new goals is to run a half marathon in January 2012. However, my biggest accomplishments are from a mental perspective. The positive can do attitude I developed carries over in every aspect of life. My new mantra is - if I can go from zero to 5 miles in 6 months, I can do anything!

All of this came together through the expertise and inspirational guidance of our coach, Maribel Bleeker. Maribel knows fitness inside and out and knows how to help each and every one of us reach our goals safely, while having fun. She has a contagious positive attitude that inspires me daily and reaches way beyond the 1 hour a day spent with her. Thank you Maribel, you have changed my life! I can’t wait to get back to camp in the fall!
- Ellen Clark

I loved this Maribel!!! great message today.  And I love BOOTCAMP!!!!.....thanks so much for making such a great change in my life .... I find myself improving in many areas - even with exercise of which I am really dedicated.... I'm learning to listen to my body and push to improve without wearing myself out (I have that in my nature!!).... and with Healthy eating - every day I try to really think about what I am eating - I'm not always successful - but I am acknowledging it more and more .... and I find by just doing that - I am seeing positive progress and results!!.... I'm finding my 50's has brought me many challenges I didn't have before - like needing more sleep and having more "down" time  - but I'm learning and growing and achieving - thanks to you and thanks to Bootcamp!!!.... I'm extremely happy that I found you!!!!!........ Hugs!  and cya in the am!  .....
- Linda Gannon

Thank you again also for another outstanding Boot Camp this morning. 

I wanted to share with you, I had a small dinner party for my 3 besties on Friday.  I took 4 recipes straight out of the Adventure Boot Camp Cook Book - the Roasted Pear Salad, Goat Cheese stuffed Chicken breast with raspberry and balsamic, coconut and cinnamon couscous, and the fruit salsa for dessert.  While the effort involved in prepping that much food - especially for the first time - was herculean, the pay-off was even better.  Every single item was absolutely scrumptious, and my friends raved about the delicious healthy gourmet!!!!  Thanks for the cook book.  If everyone in your Boot Camp hasn't bought it, they should. 
- Victoria Ingalls

When I joined Maribel’s boot camp in March 2008, I thought I was fit. I just wanted something new to keep me motivated. I did not know how much it would change my life.  Throughout my life I have attended many gyms and taken a lot of classes but none of them compare to boot camp. Now at the age of 60 I am in the best shape in 30 years.  I can do pushups on my toes and I couldn’t do those even when I was in high school.  Maribel is a great trainer, very encouraging as she pushes me to levels I never thought I could achieve.  Then there are the fellow campers, we all cheer each other on and it’s great to see how much boot camp has changed their fitness levels. One of the great things about Adventure boot camp is that no matter what age or fitness level, everyone can workout, no one is left behind.  The workout is different everyday which keeps me motivated. Two times each camp we do a pushup test and a timed mile run, once the end of the first week and then the last day of camp, this tracks our progress.  I started out with over 11 minutes and can do a 10 minute mile now.  I ran my first 5K last January and I did so good that I couldn’t wait to run another and I have placed 1st in my age group two times!  I am also running 3-5 miles regularly.  Never did I think I would be able to do anything like that.  I have to credit Maribel and her Boot Camp.
- Joanne Demaras

Hi Maribel, It was great talking to you today, I appreciate your time and knowledge so much!! Tara Paparo

Before my joining North Palm Beach Bootcamp, my workouts were very ineffective and inconsistent. I found myself doing the same old thing over and over without any drive. In the past year, Maribel has brought a tremendous amount of enthusiasm, energy and experience to my workouts.I can honestly say that in 12 months, we've never done the same workout twice; I am constantly challenged by new exercises. The variety of exercise and the balanced approach Maribel has created has helped me in finding new ways to challenge myself.
What separates Maribel from any other trainer/coach is her genuine concern for her clients, and her never ending physical and emotional support; she cheers loudest for us and champions our successes at every turn.  I am amazed at the time and care she puts in to ensure we do things correctly and get the most value from our exercises. North Palm Beach Bootcamp has enabled me to do things I was not able to do before and I believe Maribel has created a much more energetic and happier me. I've completed several 5K races, a half marathon, and shed 18 pounds in 12 months. I would wholeheartedly recommend North Palm Beach Bootcamp to anyone looking to challenge themselves to get healthier, and make lasting positive changes.
-  Loetitia Mcmillion

I was turning 39 and knew I needed to make a change regarding the way I was taking care of myself.  I was eating all the wrong kinds of food and exercising was not even a thought for me.  As a working mom with two kids, I had every excuse in the book not to exercise or eat right – I was too tired….I had to get this thing and that thing done for the kids….go to work….pick up the kids….take the kids to this event and that event….clean the house…cook dinner...the list of excuses was very, very long!  I still knew I was out of shape and wanted to lose weight!  So, in June 2008 I began Maribel’s boot camp.   That was the month my life changed!   Before going to boot camp I was so out of shape – I couldn’t run a half mile.  I soon began feeling stronger and by the third month I was even able to run a 10K! I was feeling so much better and had so much more energy but I was not yet losing weight.  I made a choice to follow Maribel’s advice regarding my diet!  That, along with joining boot camp, was one of the smartest things I’ve ever done!  The combination of regular exercise and clean eating changed everything!  I lost a total of 17 lbs, 4% body fat and 14.5 inches! 
I have been in boot camp for a year and a half now and can’t imagine life without it.  I look forward to the never ending support and guidance from Maribel.  She encourages everyone to write goals and provides so much support to help all of us accomplish those goals.   Thank you Maribel for believing in us!!!! 
- Jen Lee

Thanks maribel!!!! I'm soooooo glad I joined your camp! You have made me feel so welcomed and I feel like there is no judgement on my current state of fitness (or lack there of). Beginning something like this can be intimidating for a newcomer, but I have had more fun in the last three days than I have had in three months!!! And I am NOT a morning person, but this camp has forced me to get moving really early, so I have already felt a dramatic change in my mood throughout the day! Love it!!!!! Thanks again for your support!!!
- Kristy

Thank you Maribel for the well wishes, flowers, balloons, boot camp gift certificate and most importantly getting me in the best shape of my life!! You are a wonderful leader, motivator and all-around life coach!!! Tiffany Cohen
I want to thank you for all your support and great advice you've always given us. One of the best decisions I've made in my life is to join Bootcamp! I wouldn't have
done any of the 5k's or the Triathlon if it wasn't for you! Thank you
again!
- Vanessa

Hi Maribel- First thing I'd like to share with you is that today when I woke up , I experienced  that "epiphany" day.  Energy and stamina have finally returned !! I just feel so great ! You are the BEST fitness instructor I have ever worked with Maribel.  The fact that I can run the course 2 times without having to stop and walk, without feeling pain and fear has taken me to another level mentally. Exercise shouldn't be a chore, it should be something a person WANTS to do.  And that is exactly what your program does. It makes me want to wake up at the crack of dawn and enjoy the exercise.  Thank you for all you do.
- Ersilia

I just wanted to say thanks for being so motivational.  Some days it is hard and your encouragement makes it seem easier and seeing the results makes me want to work harder!! Thanks!
- Diyna

Hi Maribel-  Hope you had a nice weekend...  Just wanted to share with you that I achieved one goal for myself...cholesterol!!  The doctor said I am more heart healthy than a year ago..the only changes I made for the past 10 weeks was exercise and eating healthy.  He told me "doctor's orders"  keep it up! Many thanks,
- Deborah Pane

I had injured my back 7 years ago and had given up going to the gym and working out with weights, but now that my back was healed with the help of yoga I knew I needed to rebuild my strength but I just couldn't get myself to the gym. Then my friend Kim called and told me about an article she had read in the Palm Beach Post about Adventure Boot Camp.  It sounded like a challenge and maybe just what I needed to re-start my gym workout. Boot Camp has really empowered me. I have never worked so hard and seen so much results in such a short period of time. The pace, the camaraderie, and the challenges each day made this an amazing experience. Maribel is so inspiring, so motivating and so creative that the hour flies by and before you know it you're on your mat doing your final stretches of the morning. And it feels so good to have worked out and showered by 7:30 am.  I have more energy than I've had in years.  Every woman should have at least one Boot Camp experience but I have to warn you it's addicting and I had to sign up for another session.
- Denise

Thank you Maribel, I’m surprising myself! Thank you for the support, it really means a lot.
- Tricia A.

Maribel,  I wanted to report I was able to wear a pair of pants today that used to be too small. (I think they are size 10) – that made me very happy and I’m also starting to see definition in my arms. I’m very happy with what I’m seeing and I’m very grateful for what you are doing with us.
- Sherry

I just had to share with you at how excited I was this morning....I ran the loop without having to stop!! Every time in the past about half way I had to walk for a bit and then run again, but not today!!
- Diane

Thanks Maribel.  I feel great today. I am enjoying the bootcamp (did I really just say that!). As a working Mom, it is nice to do something for myself now and then. Thanks for the encouragement.  By the way, one of my goals is to fit into my cute jean skirt. 
- Susan