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We are either getting Better or Worse….we are either moving Forward or Backwards.

We are 2/3 way to the end of the year. Funny how time flies.

Have you achieved your fitness goal you set in the beginning of the year?

Perhaps, you have surpassed it and are in the best shape of your life! If that’s the case Congratulations and Keep It Up!

Or, did you start and fall off the fitnesswagon and are stagnant or worse case, struggling and in worse shape then the start of the year?

You can have a workout plan designed by the best trainer in the world, a sound nutrition meal plan designed by the best dietitian in the world and still not get any results.

Why?

Albert Eistien said it best….”Nothing Happens Until, Something Moves!” 

That’s not only related physically, but more importantly, Mentally. Everything starts in the Mind. You have to have the Right Mindset to achieve ANYTHING in life.

A fitness colleague Craig Ballytine, creator of one of the best fitness info product Turbulence Training  interviews Bill Phillips on his New book TRANSFORMATION:

 

 

 

Bill talks about the importance of having the right mindset. He shares what it takes mentally before you see results physically to ultimately change your body and achieve your Overall Best Results. I really enjoyed his interview and learned alot and you will too. Click => HERE to listen to the interview of Craig Ballytine and Bill Phillips.

We are coming down to the wire with the year, so get your mind straight so you can get your body tight and achieve your fitness goals.

“Change your thoughts and you will Change your World”                                 ~ Norman Vincent Peale

Pursue It! :)

val-fujji-bodyshotVal Fujii started playing tennis at the age of 5 in the South Pacific Island of American Samoa. He competed in various tournaments in the South Pacific as a Junior winning numerous tournaments. Fitness and Tennis are his passion. Val has pursued both fields by obtaining certifications as a Fitness Professional with NASM (National Academy of Sports Medicine) and USPTA (United States Professional Tennis Association). He continues his education by attending yearly seminars on Fitness and Tennis to help his clients and students achieve their Fitness and Tennis goals. 

Val’s commitment to his life’s work is… 

Making a Difference, Changing Lives!”

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On September 29, 2009, a deadly 8.0 undersea earthquake struck the Samoa region, resulting in a tsunami that displaced thousands and left scores more dead. Much progress has been made in the rebuilding effort, but they still have a long way to go.  Since 2001, the Pacific Islands Center for Educational Development (PiCED), a 501(c)(3) in the territory of American Samoa has mentored and counseled all levels of students in the territory of American Samoa, making good on its mission to build a culture of scholarship, increase the secondary level graduation rate, and increase the percentage of Pacific Islander students who go on to pursue a college education.

In the wake of the tsunami, our most pressing need at the moment is financial assistance towards the rebuilding of the Parent Center and Library at Taputapu Elementary. Towards that end, they have partnered with me and I have graciously agreed to organize a Tennis Charity Fundraiser event upon their behalf.

Why Samoa? I grew up in Pago Pago, Am. Samoa and I still have family and friends living there.

The following are photos of  Taputapu Elementary School devasted by the tsunami….

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To help rebuild, join us at the dinner party….

Mike and Noel Smith have graciously offered their Fair Oaks home which features a beautiful clay court in their back yard to host this great dinner party. Our goal is to raise $7000.

When:            Saturday, May 1st
Time:            6:00 – 10:00 pm
Where:           Noël & Mike Smith’s home, 8725 Hammersmith Lane in Fair Oaks
Cost:              $25 per person
RSVP:            Reply back to me ASAP with names and total number of people who will attend
Payment:      Send a check payable to “PiCED” to Noël Smith at 8725 Hammersmith Lane, Fair Oaks, CA 95628

We have a limited number of spaces left and we expect it to sell out quickly, all RSVPs will be on a first come first serve basis, don’t wait and miss this fun event, let us know ASAP that you can attend.

The Dinner:
Wow – what a great evening we have planned:
Clay Court Exhibition
Buffet Dinner provided by Fat’s Restaurants
Tennis Fashion Show
Polynesian Floor Show

Raffle Prizes
The Benny’s – End the evening rocking with the Benny’s eclectic musical experience. A local Sacramento band whose easygoing sound is a relaxing blend of island music and modern folk with upbeat rhythms often reminiscent of Motown or Stax. With funky beats that people can dance to, or groove along with from their seats.  Lead singer is local tennis pro, Bobby Martinez.
Raffle Info:
We have some great prizes for you to win, so be sure to get plenty of tickets.  Some prizes include
Private Reserve Tasting and Tour – Renwood Winery
Clay Court Tennis Lessons – Mike Smith
Five Bottle Collection of Wines – Sean Minor 4 Bears Winery
Massage and Facial – Le Spa
Wine from Miller Vineyards
Fair Oaks Theatre Festival Tickets
Too many more to name them all here.
If you can’t make the dinner, but would like to come out for the band, there is a $10 charge after 8:00 pm.
If you are not able to attend, and would like to make a donation, please send your checks payable to “PiCED” to Noel Smith at 8725 Hammersmith Lane, Fair Oaks, CA 95628 or please Click (Donate)

If you would like to participate in the dinner, contact me at valfujii@gmailcom or Noel Smith at noelgiuffre-smith@sbcglobal.net

The following video is the single “Teardrop from God” writen by Gary King, Director of Community Relations for PiCED ( Pacific Islands Center for Educational Development ) which features Polynesian artists coming together for one purpose; to help raise funds to build the Parent Center of  Taputapu Elementary School. You can help their efforts by purchasing the single “Teardrop from God” HERE.  Enjoy the video! :)

 

Faafetai lava—thank you.

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