Today’s Woodbury RAD Boot Camp spotlight is on Jill Olson.  Jill was referred to me by Dr. Tory Robson at Woodbury Spine & Injury because he knew that a little dose of kettlebell training would help Jill’s ailing back pain.

Jill had worked with a personal trainer before me, but nothing like the workouts I was going to dish out.  When we began working together she had difficulty moving in a lot of positions from her back pain and wouldn’t dare leave the ground to run at all let alone jump on a 6-inch box.

Fast forward 2 years.  Jill…

• is FREE of back pain
• jumps on a 30 inch box
• does 4 strict pullups (on her way to 10)
• just finished her FIRST half-marathon a couple of weeks ago
• is training to a Russian Kettlebell Certification Candidate

Jill has made AWESOME leaps in her ability and fitness!  Props to Jill!

Jill Olson’s Weight Loss Before and AFTER

Jill’s QUICK Stats – 12 WEEK Transformation

Body Fat LOST  -3%

Inches LOST -16.25 inches

Weight LOST -9.6lbs

Pant Sizes LOST 8 to a 4-6…we will get her to a “4″

Here’s what Jill has to say about classes at RAD Boot Camp…

If you hate the treadmill, you NEED this…

I am a mother of two young boys and I started working with Brad and RAD Boot Camp almost one year ago…

A couple months ago I purchased an evening gown for a charity event in November.
The day before the event I tried it on… good news and bad news…Bad news was the dress did not fit right.  Good news was that it was TOO BIG! What an awesome surprise! I love being able to wear whatever I have in my closet. RAD Boot Camp is so much fun. The variety and results keep me coming back for more.

Jill Olson – Lake Elmo, MN
Age 43
Olson Family CEO

Jill in the HOT SEAT….

Brad:  What were your biggest frustrations about your body?

Jill: I was sick and tired.  I was sick of trying to cram myself into my cloths on a daily basis and the way that I looked in them.  I always felt tired and had little energy.  I couldn’t get rid of the “fat patch”.  That is the clump of fat at the end of my rump and where my leg begins.  I didn’t have tone or definition on any part of my body.  I felt just blah.

Brad:  What else have you tried?

Jill: I had A membership at LifeTime Fitness.  I would go into the gym and do the same old routines on Different elliptical machines, spin classes, or other equipment.  I even hired a trainer at one time.  I was not pushed to work harder.  I saw little or no results.  Basically it got me in the door at the gym just to have someone following me around with a clipboard.  It was just as boring and more expensive than going on my own.  I’ve also purchased several different videos including kicking boxing to do at home.

Brad:  How did you meet Brad / come into contact with RAD Boot Camp / Kinetic Edge / Kettlebell Training?

Jill: I met Brad through my chiropractor who encouraged me to try kettlebells.  I started with personal training because I had a back injury that had previously prevented me from having full range of motion and motivation.

Brad:  Were you skeptical to try RAD Boot Camp / Kinetic Edge / Kettlebell training?…

Jill: Why?  I wouldn’t say skeptical as much as concerned that lifting and swinging a hunk of metal would worsen my issues rather that help them.

Brad:  Describe your first experience with RAD Boot Camp / Kinetic Edge / Kettlebell training…

Jill: I personal trained with Brad privately for about a year before I started with the camps.  Camp was extremely challenging yet motivating at the same time.  I keep coming back for more!  The classes/routines are always different and interesting.  I like the “friendly” competitions.

Brad:  What was different about RAD Boot Camp from anything else you’ve tried?

Jill: There are many ways to work a muscle group so it doesn’t get boring.

Brad:  Were there any myths busted for you at the boot camp?  (i.e. women getting bulky, men participating in an “step aerobics class”).

Jill: Hmmm.  None.  I was never concerned with getting too big from lifting weights probably because I’d never seen results before so I didn’t think that it would ever happen to me.  So I guess the myth busted for me is that I’m actually stronger than I think I am.  I still get stuck sometimes thinking that I can only lifting a certain size bell but there is always someone there to push me.

Brad:  What specific changes have you seen in your body/ confidence / attitude?  (clothes size change, inches lost, bodyfat lost, pounds lost)?

Jill: I have definition in my arms and shoulders.  I can wear all of the small jeans in my closet.  The previous bigger sizes are now too big.  I actually sometimes go to my closet dreading having to pick out a pair of jeans to wear because I forget that they all actually fit me now.  That feels really cool.

Brad:  What’s your favorite body part now AFTER your transformation?  Why?

Jill: Why?  Thunder and Lighting.  (my arms) Why?  Have you met them?  Just kidding.  My arms and shoulders show how hard I have been working.  The “fat patch” is disappearing as well!

Brad:  What is your #1 “secret” as to why you finally got the results you were looking for?

Jill: Shhhhh   Maybe it’s the magic “butt be gone” pill.  Catalyst is an Advocare product that supports muscle tone and enhances strength and increases energy.  I would highly recommend checking it out.  Maybe it’s that I found something fun, different, interesting and challenging so I want to and can’t wait to work out again.

Brad:  What would you tell someone like yourself who is on the fence about starting RAD Boot Camp / Kinetic Edge classes?

Jill: Do it!  It is sooo much fun!!  You have nothing to lose by coming and trying it out for one week.  Well except maybe a few pounds.  You will be so glad you did!

Brad:  Sum up RAD Boot Camp / Kinetic Edge classes in 5 WORDS OR LESS…

Jill: AWESOME!!  My bikini thanks YOU Brad!!!

Jill you’ve made amazing progress!  You put most 20-year-olds to shame!  Keep up the fantastic work and say “Hi” to “Thunder and Lightning” for me

Crank It!
B-Rad

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