Monday, September 16, 2013
United Martial Arts Centers Weekly Updates 9/16/13
Here are your United Martial Arts Centers weekly updates and news
FOCUS: Review and Tip Testing
GRADUATION: Friday 6pm. Please arrive at 5:30pm and warm up and invite 5 friends and family to witness your testing
BLACK BELT PREP CLASS: Saturday 9:45am. This is Special Class for ALL students testing in October. All Mentors are reccomended to join the fun.
GIRL WORLD EXPO: Sunday Sept. 29th 12:00 - 5:00pm Minerals Resort 2 Chamonix Dr Rte 94 Vernon NJ 07462
Come join Master Danielle Ciarfella and Master Jason Bender and their UMAC GIRL POWER TEAM
2013 WINNERS RETREAT AND BLACK BELT TESTING - OCT. 4-6th. Take your training to the highest level. Special focus seminars, Weapons, Forms, Grappling, Meditaiton, Instructor Training and More! Space is still available and we have family discounts. Take action now!
Please TEXT UMACVIP to 72727 and get Specials, Emergency School Closing and more to your phone on Mondays
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Follow us on Youtube www.youtube.com/umackwanjanim
Check out the NEW FALL SCHEDULE on www.umacenters.com
To our success
Thank you
Grand Master Edmund Ciarfella
United Martial Arts Centers
845-987-1853umac50@optonline.net
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Tuesday, September 10, 2013
United Martial Arts Centers: Can't seem to make the scale budge?
Amazing transformational changes to our health and our body composition are seen with the Isagenix nutritional cleansing and fat burning systems, but every now and then we get “stuck.” Sometimes the weight seems to be coming off too slowly, or compared to other people’s results it doesn’t feel “up to par.”
What I’d like to do is give some tips on how to optimize weight/fat loss results so that you can reach both your health and your weight loss goals. Before you get discouraged, here are a few questions you can ask yourself:
1. Are you drinking enough water? The products do an amazing job at helping your body cleanse away toxins, but it’s your job to flush those impurities out with adequate hydration from pure, plain water. It is extremely important to consume at least eight to 10 full glasses of water each day, as is standard advice. On hot days or if performing physical activity, drink a few ounces more along with the sports drink Want More Energy?® that replenishes lost glycogen, vitamins and electrolytes.
2. Are you moving your bowels well each and every day? Constipation could hinder weight loss results. Rather than carrying around pounds that build up in the colon, regular and complete bowel movements are important in managing your ‘true’ body weight. If necessary, increasing the amount of IsaFlush! (containing magnesium) and fiber that you are taking each day will support regularity. FiberPro and FiberSnacks! can be used to get your required amount of daily fiber, which will certainly support gastrointestinal health.
3. Are you taking in enough or perhaps too many calories? Take a look at the meals and snacks that you consume on your Shake Days. Make sure to follow the program with 400- to 600-calorie meals consisting of whole, natural foods.
4. Are you letting too much time go by between your shakes and your meal and/or snacks? Timing is everything! Your shake or meal should hold your appetite for three to four hours. If there is more time than that between meals, you need to choose a healthy, balanced snack to curb hunger. This will keep your blood sugar stable and prevent your body from slowing your metabolism to conserve energy.
5. What are your food choices? Many of us may be absent-mindedly hindering results by reach for excess sugars and/or starches. Snacking on high-glycemic, low-fiber foods, or having a handful of this or that throughout the day can be enough to slow things down. Be aware of what you are choosing to eat.
6. Are you sleep deprived and/or stressed out? Either of these issues can cause your stress hormones to be out of balance and lead to increased fat storage—especially around the belly. If you are under a lot of stress and/or not sleeping restfully at night, I suggest you double up on your Ionix Supreme. Meditation and light physical activity may also be helpful in restoring your natural rhythms.
7. How often are you cleansing? For some of you, you may be cleansing too often and for others, you may not be cleansing enough. Keep your body guessing! Two consecutive Cleanse Days is the deepest advisable cleanse and the most effective way to burn fat. However, some people may do this too often. In which case, I recommend that you switch things up. Perhaps do double Cleanse Days every other week. Or, you can try one Cleanse Day one week and then a two Cleanse Days the next week. Maybe switch to drinking 1 or2 ounces daily (“daily cleansing”) for a while instead. Two to four ounces of Cleanse for Life before bed on an empty stomach may be helpful for many people, too. Remember to hydrate well throughout the day whether you are “deep” or “daily cleansing.” The key to all of this is to keep your body guessing by making sure to switch things up!
8. Are your foods settling? Food allergies and sensitivities may be playing a role in slowing weight loss results. Be aware of what foods you are eating and whether or not they are “jiving” with your body. Avoid any obvious foods sensitivities or intolerances.
9. Are you maximizing your meals? If not, consider Vanilla IsaPro! Adding 1 scoop of IsaPro to 1 or 1 ½ scoops of IsaLean shake can be helpful for optimizing your metabolism. And now even easier and more convenient, order Isalean Pro so that it’s already maximized for you! The boost to protein can make a huge difference to anyone with a sluggish metabolism. Extra protein also keeps your appetite satisfied longer and promotes maintenance of muscle, a key element for plateau busting!
10. How many steps do you take every day? Get out there and move! Exercise is so important for our general health and it makes a huge difference in transforming our body composition. Daily exercise increases metabolism naturally as we build muscle. Incorporate strength and resistance training as well as cardio exercise for optimal fat burning results.
11. Are you following the plan? Are you committed to getting the best results? Are your food choices optimal? Are you adding too many extra calories to your shakes and to your snacking? Be honest with yourself. If we are honest with ourselves, sometimes we realize that we could be more committed and disciplined. For some of us, it’s this discipline that makes all of the difference in achieving our goals. Then maintenance becomes a lot easier. Stay strong in order to truly transform your body so that you can look and feel your absolute best!
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT EDMUND CIARFELLA 845-590-9100 umac50@optonline.net www.sabumnim.isagenix.com
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About the Author
Dr. Ina S. Nozek is a clinical nutritionist; was in private practice from 1987 until 2009; specializing in stubborn weight loss and detoxification. She holds a Master’s Degree in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Sherman College. She and her husband, Dr. Glenn Nozek owned and directed the Lifeline Center for Holistic Health. They were also the co-hosts of a cable TV series entitled, Lifeline; and a radio show entitled, Listen for your health. She and her husband live in Toms River, New Jersey, with their three children, Max, Arielle, and Jake.
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What I’d like to do is give some tips on how to optimize weight/fat loss results so that you can reach both your health and your weight loss goals. Before you get discouraged, here are a few questions you can ask yourself:
1. Are you drinking enough water? The products do an amazing job at helping your body cleanse away toxins, but it’s your job to flush those impurities out with adequate hydration from pure, plain water. It is extremely important to consume at least eight to 10 full glasses of water each day, as is standard advice. On hot days or if performing physical activity, drink a few ounces more along with the sports drink Want More Energy?® that replenishes lost glycogen, vitamins and electrolytes.
2. Are you moving your bowels well each and every day? Constipation could hinder weight loss results. Rather than carrying around pounds that build up in the colon, regular and complete bowel movements are important in managing your ‘true’ body weight. If necessary, increasing the amount of IsaFlush! (containing magnesium) and fiber that you are taking each day will support regularity. FiberPro and FiberSnacks! can be used to get your required amount of daily fiber, which will certainly support gastrointestinal health.
3. Are you taking in enough or perhaps too many calories? Take a look at the meals and snacks that you consume on your Shake Days. Make sure to follow the program with 400- to 600-calorie meals consisting of whole, natural foods.
4. Are you letting too much time go by between your shakes and your meal and/or snacks? Timing is everything! Your shake or meal should hold your appetite for three to four hours. If there is more time than that between meals, you need to choose a healthy, balanced snack to curb hunger. This will keep your blood sugar stable and prevent your body from slowing your metabolism to conserve energy.
5. What are your food choices? Many of us may be absent-mindedly hindering results by reach for excess sugars and/or starches. Snacking on high-glycemic, low-fiber foods, or having a handful of this or that throughout the day can be enough to slow things down. Be aware of what you are choosing to eat.
6. Are you sleep deprived and/or stressed out? Either of these issues can cause your stress hormones to be out of balance and lead to increased fat storage—especially around the belly. If you are under a lot of stress and/or not sleeping restfully at night, I suggest you double up on your Ionix Supreme. Meditation and light physical activity may also be helpful in restoring your natural rhythms.
7. How often are you cleansing? For some of you, you may be cleansing too often and for others, you may not be cleansing enough. Keep your body guessing! Two consecutive Cleanse Days is the deepest advisable cleanse and the most effective way to burn fat. However, some people may do this too often. In which case, I recommend that you switch things up. Perhaps do double Cleanse Days every other week. Or, you can try one Cleanse Day one week and then a two Cleanse Days the next week. Maybe switch to drinking 1 or2 ounces daily (“daily cleansing”) for a while instead. Two to four ounces of Cleanse for Life before bed on an empty stomach may be helpful for many people, too. Remember to hydrate well throughout the day whether you are “deep” or “daily cleansing.” The key to all of this is to keep your body guessing by making sure to switch things up!
8. Are your foods settling? Food allergies and sensitivities may be playing a role in slowing weight loss results. Be aware of what foods you are eating and whether or not they are “jiving” with your body. Avoid any obvious foods sensitivities or intolerances.
9. Are you maximizing your meals? If not, consider Vanilla IsaPro! Adding 1 scoop of IsaPro to 1 or 1 ½ scoops of IsaLean shake can be helpful for optimizing your metabolism. And now even easier and more convenient, order Isalean Pro so that it’s already maximized for you! The boost to protein can make a huge difference to anyone with a sluggish metabolism. Extra protein also keeps your appetite satisfied longer and promotes maintenance of muscle, a key element for plateau busting!
10. How many steps do you take every day? Get out there and move! Exercise is so important for our general health and it makes a huge difference in transforming our body composition. Daily exercise increases metabolism naturally as we build muscle. Incorporate strength and resistance training as well as cardio exercise for optimal fat burning results.
11. Are you following the plan? Are you committed to getting the best results? Are your food choices optimal? Are you adding too many extra calories to your shakes and to your snacking? Be honest with yourself. If we are honest with ourselves, sometimes we realize that we could be more committed and disciplined. For some of us, it’s this discipline that makes all of the difference in achieving our goals. Then maintenance becomes a lot easier. Stay strong in order to truly transform your body so that you can look and feel your absolute best!
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT EDMUND CIARFELLA 845-590-9100 umac50@optonline.net www.sabumnim.isagenix.com
#umac
About the Author
Dr. Ina Nozek
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United Martial Arts Centers 5 Ways to turn Happiness into an Advantage
5 Ways to Turn Happiness into an Advantage
1. Write down 3 NEW things you are grateful for ever day in a free journal app
2. Focus on the Postive - write for 2 minutes each day and describe 1 positive experience
3. Exercise for 10 minutes every day - train your brain to believe your behavior matters, which causes a cascade of success thoughout the day
4. Send 1 quick positive email out to someone on your team every day
5. Meditate for 2 minutes - focus on breath, this will help undo the negative effect of multitasking thoughout the day
Please share this great info with a loved one
for more information please contact
Grand Master Edmund Ciarfella
United Martial Arts Centers
www.umacenters.com
www.facebook.com/umacfans
845-987-1853
#umac
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1. Write down 3 NEW things you are grateful for ever day in a free journal app
2. Focus on the Postive - write for 2 minutes each day and describe 1 positive experience
3. Exercise for 10 minutes every day - train your brain to believe your behavior matters, which causes a cascade of success thoughout the day
4. Send 1 quick positive email out to someone on your team every day
5. Meditate for 2 minutes - focus on breath, this will help undo the negative effect of multitasking thoughout the day
Please share this great info with a loved one
for more information please contact
Grand Master Edmund Ciarfella
United Martial Arts Centers
www.umacenters.com
www.facebook.com/umacfans
845-987-1853
#umac
United Martial Arts Centers Lounge
Monday, September 9, 2013
United Martial Arts Centers Weekly Updates 9/9/13
Happy Monday
Here are your United Martial Arts Centers Weekly Updates and news
Tip of the week: Speed Makes Power
1. FOCUS: Breaking and Review/Tip Testing
2. GRADUATION APPLICATIONS DUE FRIDAY
3. GIRL POWER EXPO: Sunday Sept. 29th Minerals Spa
4. 2013 UMAC WINNERS RETREAT Oct 4th-6th Few Spots still open
Please LIKE our Facebook Page www.facebook.com/umacfans
TEXT UMACVIP to:72727 for weekly updates to your phone on Mondays
www.umacenters.com
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Make it a great week
Sincerely
Grand Master Edmund Ciarfella
United Martial Arts Centers
845-987-1853
United Martial Arts Centers Lounge
Here are your United Martial Arts Centers Weekly Updates and news
Tip of the week: Speed Makes Power
1. FOCUS: Breaking and Review/Tip Testing
2. GRADUATION APPLICATIONS DUE FRIDAY
3. GIRL POWER EXPO: Sunday Sept. 29th Minerals Spa
4. 2013 UMAC WINNERS RETREAT Oct 4th-6th Few Spots still open
Please LIKE our Facebook Page www.facebook.com/umacfans
TEXT UMACVIP to:72727 for weekly updates to your phone on Mondays
www.umacenters.com
#umac
Make it a great week
Sincerely
Grand Master Edmund Ciarfella
United Martial Arts Centers
845-987-1853
United Martial Arts Centers Lounge
Saturday, September 7, 2013
Grand Master Edmund Ciarfella Celebrating 40 Years of Martial Arts Training
I began my training at age 15, when I joined two of my best friends at Porta’s Goshin Ryu Karate in Pompton Lakes, NJ. Like a lot of other kids, I was struck with the inspiration to pursue martial arts when I saw “Enter the Dragon”. My reaction was “That is COOL! I want to do karate!”.
The year was 1973, and the training at Porta’s was the essence of “Old School”. In the warm months, there was no air conditioning, and the training was always physically intense. I’ve got some colorful memories from this period, like standing in horseback riding stance, with my partner standing on my legs as we practiced punching drills. The instructors were hardy, relentless types and wanted nothing less in our development. Sometimes a nudge along the path to resiliency came in the form of a kick across the room and into a wall.
Any of the disciplines quickly teaches the student that there is more to martial arts than standing triumphant over a defeated opponent. Still, there was no denying an awareness of my increased physical prowess, along with a degree of self-mastery and sheer possibility as I resolved to continue my training. With exposure to the right influences, even an 18-year old kid can get the big picture, the long view on matters of Body, Mind and Spirit.
In 1975, soon after enrolling at Rider University in 1975 in Lawrenceville, NJ, I took up training with Master Cameron Hunt at the on-campus Moo Duk Kwan Tang Soo Do Club. Tang Soo Do is a Korean martial art quite similar to Taekwondo; Master Hunt had been a student of Grand Master J. C. Shim.
After college graduation in 1979, I sought to continue my martial arts education closer to my hometown, Wayne, NJ. I had the good fortune to find Grand Master Byung Min Kim in Monsey, NY. Monsey was a long drive from home, but as soon as we met, I knew Grand Master Kim would be my martial arts instructor for life and that Taekwondo was the discipline through which I would pursue my goals. Feeling that it was time to take my training to a new level, I asked Grand Master Kim to instruct me privately.
I still remember our lessons vividly. They were extremely challenging physically and mentally. One drill I will never forget was designed to toughen the student’s knuckles. We would put a concrete slab on the floor and punch it repeatedly. I can still see blood stains on concrete, but after months of practice, I developed calluses and no longer bled. Another exercise involved hitting a metal bar, hands held rigid, in order to develop them into weapons. I can still hear the bar ringing with each of our blows.
At an earlier time in history, Taekwondo training’s purpose was teaching the student to kill or maim an opponent. There was far less focus on character development and philosophy than there is today. One thing that drew me to Grand Master Kim was his emphasis on philosophy and the progressive principles of Taekwondo. After each class he would devote considerable time to the tenets of Courtesy, Integrity, Perseverance, Indomitable Spirit and Self Control.
Because of my earlier martial arts experience and intensive personal training I was allowed to begin my Taekwondo education as a green belt. By 1980, I tested for and was granted the rank of 1st Dan Black Belt.
The early 1980s saw me moving from New Jersey to Warwick, NY. Conveniently enough, Warwick was a manageable drive to my day job (more on that shortly) and considerably closer to Master Kim in Monsey.
The martial arts have not been my only love, of course. In 1985, I married the love of my life and future 5th Dan Black Belt, Master Teresa Krause Ciarfella. We started a family and Master Teresa and I are the proud parents of Danielle Ciarfella, 4th degree Black Belt and Edmund John Ciarfella, 4th degree Black Belt and bass guitarist extraordinaire. One waggish friend has labeled us The Eight Fisted Family of Fun.
With a family life well under way, my passion for Taekwondo has kept me testing myself, both internally, and by the standards of my chosen discipline. With Master Kim’s ever-rigorous support like a wind at my back, I achieved the rank of 4th Dan and Master Instructor in 1990.
I was teaching privately in Warwick in 1993; by 1995, the rank of 5th Dan lay ahead, but even greater change and new challenges were just upstream.
My family’s long-lived business was and is in musical instrument retail. Perhaps unconsciously, I’d chosen the perfect college major to support me in either of two very different career paths. I left Rider University with a degree in Management and Organizational Behavior. For a number of years after college, I successfully ran one of my family’s stores, but another calling was never far from my thoughts.
After 25 years in retail, I decided to follow my passion and opened Taekwondo Academy of New York in my adopted hometown. When most people are double-checking their retirement strategies, I was changing professions. This decision was not easy but I truly love Taekwondo and wanted to share it with others.
I get an authentic thrill from seeing people reach their full potential in life, and martial arts training has helped untold millions in the modern world do just that. Again, it’s that combination of striving for the best possible health in Body, Mind and Spirit.
My natural drive to help others has extended from my family, friends and students to the community I live in. Over the years, I’ve expanded the original Taekwondo Academy of New York into the United Martial Arts Centers with some beloved partners, the mention of whom will close out this story.
United Martial Arts Centers and its franchises have always been community oriented in the extreme, and have raised over $600,000.00 for MDA and hundreds of thousands of dollars for other local charities such as Child Help, DARE, and LLS. This type of work is an ongoing commitment which UMAC as an organization works toward yearly.
Now looking back at my life in the martial arts could be complete without fond acknowledgment of my brothers and partners. Master Paul Melella, 6th Degree Black Belt, Master Chris Berlow, 6th Degree Black Belt and Master Joe Badini, 5th degree Black Belt are fellow leaders of United Martial Arts Centers schools, and together, we try to bring positive energy and healthy life habits to our corners of the world.
I will always be deeply grateful and appreciative of my Master, Grand Master Byung Min Kim. He has been my instructor, mentor, life coach and Taekwondo father. He has taught me the importance of loyalty, commitment, dedication, appreciation and gratitude.
I’ve chosen a particular date in the coming weeks of this summer to mark my forty years in the Martial Arts Life.
On that morning, I will awaken and settle in to meditate as I have done twice every day since 1976. As I relax and prepare for that special space within the day, I will indeed be celebrating a life in which I have been privileged to help and support hundreds of students, friends and family members in finding their own paths toward a life balanced in Body, Mind and Spirit.
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