Sirius Fitness RUNS San Diego... MARCH (Running) MADNESS!

There's some Madness in the #SiriusFitness Run Community this March! Hmmmmm...#MarchMadness??!! Lol
Let's see: 

***The Super Run - San Diego, CA
Mar 3, 2018 - Saturday 5K run. TheSuperRun.com (Code: SIRIUSFIT18)
"I'm warming up!"

***St. Patrick's Day Half Marathon 5K
Mar 4, 2018 - Sunday13.1, 5K, kids run
stpatricksdayhalf.com
"I might run" 🤔

***Encinitas Half Marathon
Mar 4, 2018 - Sunday13.1M run
Encinitas, CA
encinitashalfmarathon.com
(Code: SIRIUSFIT10)
"I might run" 🤔

***San Diego Half Marathon
Mar 11, 2018 - Sunday13.1M, 10K, 5K
sdhalfmarathon.com
"I'm Running!"

***Hot Chocolate 15K/5K San Diego
Mar 18, 2018 - Sunday15K, 5K run
HotChocolate15k.com/sandiego
(Code: SDNASARA18)
"I'm warming up & running"

***San Diego Race for Autism
Mar 24, 2018 - Saturday 5K run
www.raceforautism.org
(Join Team Sirius Fitness)
"I'm warming up! & running"

***Carlsbad 5000
Mar 25, 2018 - Sunday 5K run
www.runrocknroll.com/carlsbad-5000
"I might run" 🤔

***Del Mar Mud Run
Mar 31, 2018 - Saturday 5K mud run
www.delmarmudrun.com
(Code: Nasara10)
"I'm warming up!"

Sirius Fitness kicks off the year at the San Diego Resolution Run on KUSI News!

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Sirius Fitness kicks off the year at the San Diego Resolution Run on KUSI News!

2017 Rebirth In Wellness: Holistic Health and Fitness fair...REBIRTH!

On January 28th, 2017 at City of Hope International, Sirius Fitness in conjunction with ‘A Healthier Me’, held the 2017 ‘Rebirth In Wellness’ event, which is a Holistic Health and Fitness fair created by the owner of Sirius Fitness, Nasara Gargonnu in 2008. This event provides the community a free showcase of Health and Fitness Professionals sharing their wealth of knowledge through short lectures and fitness demonstrations. There were also numerous Wellness vendors with products and services.

    This year there was a impressive group of individuals taking part in this event. The event kicked off with Nasara moving the crowd with his signature Sirius Fitness warmup and then explaining that ‘Rebirth in Wellness’ was created to spread Health and Fitness to the Southeast community. He felt strongly about this due to the fact that the community was at risk for preventable health risks and diseases that could be remedied through proper knowledge and preventive care. Nasara also explained that he lost his father at an early age from Prostate cancer and that his goal is to make sure he live a lifestyle that allows him to be around for his own children. Dr. Suzanne Afflalo, the retired Kaiser doctor and mastermind behind the ‘A Healthier Me’ program, spoke about preventative care as a  means to combat disease. She was followed by Hajar Young who spoke about stress management through breathing, meditation and essential oils. Author of The Well: Where Fitness Begins Within, Sahsha Campbell-Garbutt, wrapped up by the lectures speaking about How a fit mind leads to a fit body!

    The fitness portion kicked off with Trena Bennett, creator of ‘GospelCise Fitness’ leading a heavenly inspired fitness routine that got the crowd motivated. Nasara & Moriah of Sirius Fitness followed with some fitness moves and dance fitness that kept the “party” going. Makena wrapped up the fitness with a ‘Dance it Out’ routine that brought the crowd together with a unifying dance.

    In addition to the knowledge of Health and Fitness, the participants also received awesome raffle items, drinks, healthy food and a tasty cooking demonstration! If you want any more information about future events from Sirius Fitness you can contact Nasara at siriusfitness@gmail.com of follow him on Facebook at Coach Nasara Gargonnu and Sirius Fitness Run and Fit Club.

Nasara Gargonnu

Dr. Suzanne Afflalo

Sahsha Campbell-Garbutt

Trena Bennett

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Hajar Young

Makena Gargonnu

2016 Ohana 5k and Toy Drive

The 2016 Ohana 5k and Toy Drive was great! This race was organized by Aztlan Athletics and the toys collected were donated to the Joan Kroc Center in San Diego! I ran this race about 3 years ago with my student, Angel and Sirius Fitness member, Tracy G. I originally went with no intention to run, just to simply pass out Hot Chocolate 15k flyers, but how can I resist an opportunity to warmup the crowd! 😜 ...and then why not run too?! Lol! I had a cute little 9 year old help me out on stage for a song and she ended up winning her age group! Was it the Sirius Fitness Warmup??? Lol...Maybe a little, but she was FAST! I look forward to my Sirius Fitness team running this in 2017!

Celebrating the 2nd Annual "Sirius Fitness Day" (...in San Diego)

Thank you, thank you, thank you ALL who came thru tonight and got their "sweat on" at Cardio Blast! Thank you also for celebrating the 2nd annual "Sirius Fitness Day" with me! One year ago, today I received the honor of becoming an official partner with Live Well San Diego, which is a San Diego County initiative which promotes Health and Wellness in San Diego County! This class theme today was "The Future of Fitness" so I showcased up and coming YOUNG instructors in the fitness world. Liliana (a former & current class participant and OF COURSE...one of my original students) and Jackie (she used to watch our kids at Jackie Robinson Family YMCA...now she's kicking butt as an instructor) Thank you again to the Live Well San Diego & the County of San Diego for the honor! #SiriusFitness#LiveWellSanDiego

The 2016 MCRD Boot Camp Challenge (TEAM SIRIUS FITNESS)

We run a lot! 5k's, 10k's, Half Marathons, etc... but the MCRD Boot Camp Challenge is the ONE run that I attempt to get ALL my Sirius Fitness folks to participate. ONE...its challenging...TWO...its fun...Three...I've been running it since 2009 and FINALLY... it always falls on my Birthday week!! 😏  We organize a BIG group, stick with folks on our fitness level and most importantly, we wear ORANGE! lol! I almost didn't do it due to the cast on my wrist (see pics...lol), but I took it easy and kept my "since 2009" streak alive! The 2016 MCRD Boot Camp Challenge was challenging but I survived and it is now..."in the books!" Great job to my Sirius Fitness crew...They "Kicked Butt!" Those who didn't make it...hopefully we will see them in 2017! ~> RSVP for the 2017 EVENT

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#SiriusFitness #LiveWellSanDiego #SanDiego#Exercise #Wellness #Fitness #BeastMode#MCRDBootCampChallenge

"The 2016 Boot Camp Challenge consists of a 3-mile obstacle course on paved roads and hard-packed dirt making it flat and fast. There are over 50 obstacles throughout the course, including hay bale jumps, tunnel crawls, log hurdles, 6ft vertical climbing wall, trenches, cargo net crawls, and push-up stations. Marine Corps Drill Instructors are at each station to make sure you’ve completed your obstacle." ~MCRD Boot Camp Challenge
Obstacles in the order of appearance

1 – 16: Log Hurdles

17: Tunnels

18: Push-Ups

19: 6ft Wall

20: Bayonet Assault Course

21: Trenches

22: Tunnels

23: Low Crawl

24: Tunnels

25: Bridges

26: Push-Ups

27 – 51: Log Hurdles

Coach Nasara Gargonnu was featured on Real Talk San Diego ‎ESPN1700am!

Sirius Fitness was honored to be featured on ESPN Radio 1700's ‪Real Talk SD‬ this ‪#‎FitnessFriday and interviewed by host Chase Peckham of the Chase and Burner Show!! Check it out via ‪SOUNDCLOUD ~> http://bit.ly/241scDy

Chase, Lindsay and Myself in Studio

Chillin/ and "Cheesing"...lol!

Host Chase Peckham

Craig Sturak

Communications Officer at County of San Diego - Health and Human Services Agency

Sirius Fitness becomes a Live Well San Diego recognized partner!

SIRIUS FITNESS- December 15, 2015 (Officially "Sirius Fitness" Day in San Diego!)

 

Sirius Fitness became a Live Well San Diego recognized partner on Tuesday, December 15, 2015 to an audience of friends, community partners, and participants of the extremely popular “Cardio Sculpt” group class at the Jackie Robinson YMCA.  As a local small business based in Central Region operated by Nasara Gargonnu -- Sirius Fitness is 'Sirius' about Fitness and Health!  

Coach Nasara has been a PE teacher in San Diego since 2005 and currently teaches Physical Education within San Diego Unified School District where he inspires young people to be healthy for life. 

 

Sirius Fitness offers free to low cost classes and programs to help San Diego County residents to thrive and enjoy the highest quality of life, such as boot camps at Malcolm X Library and Project Access at Meadowbrook Apartments which is certified under the Crime Free Multi-Housing Program, weekly fitness classes for all ages at Jackie Robinson YMCA & Copley YMCA, Health and Wellness activities for Port of San Diego employees, and volunteer park runs enjoyed by thousands of members of the community on a weekly basis.

Sirius Fitness is a Local Ambassador of the Hot Chocolate 15K/5K which attracts 16,000+ runners annually and has led warm up exercises to promote fitness at various 5K events Countywide including the Live Well San Diego 5K in 2014 and 2015.  

Sirius Fitness volunteers at numerous community events across Central Region such as the “Healthier Me” program for Health & Exercise at faith based organizations, People’s Produce Farmers’ Market, UC San Diego’s Center for Community Health 2015 “Veggie Fest” at City Heights Farmers Market, San Diego Black Nurses and San Diego Black Social Workers events, health and fitness workshops at Annual “Kuumba Fest” where nearly 100 vendors help San Diego County residents learn more about available resources, and the 2015 Live Well San Diego HHSA “It’s All About You” Health Fair.

Nasara Gargonnu has been honored as the San Diego YMCA 2014 Fitness Instructor of the Year.

Sirius Fitness is committed to continuing to advance Live Well San Diego by building better health and improving the quality of life of residents of all ages, empowering them to take positive actions for their own health, safety and well-being. 

Sirius Fitness 2016 "Kick Off" Run

Sirius Fitness decided to "Kick Off" 2016 with wellness, fitness and dedication! We ran (jogged and walked) the Lake Murray Trail! We are ready for 2016! Stay tuned for a list of our upcoming events!

Sirius Fitness "warms up" the Runners at 2015 Miracle Babies 5k in San Diego

 

Wanna Live longer? MOVE YOUR BODY!

Fit Tidbit: People who exercise actually live longer. You can add up to 7 years to your life by exercising a minimum of 150 minutes a week, regardless of your weight. (Research from Penn State)

Day 2: 21 Day Sugar Detox w/ Sirius Fitness

Post by Nasara Gargonnu.

Announcing the Focus T25 Challenge...you ready??!!

Get ready for the Summer with a little help from Fitness Professional... Shaun T... a mere 25 minutes a day and Eating Clean!  VIDEO... More info??

7 Sirius Fitness Tips for Running the Costume Party Run Half Marathon (This Sunday)

7 Sirius Fitness Tips for Running the Costume Party Run Half Marathon (This Sunday)

1-  Eat the Big meal at lunch rather than dinner...I learned this the hard way when I ate Heavy the night (7pm) before a race and "FELT IT" the next morning...not fun! You don't have to Carb Load, just eat a balanced "clean" meal...PIG OUT AFTER THE RACE! lol!

2- Get there early...I try to get there at least an hour before the start of the race. It's not cool to get there in rush mode just to have to get running within 10 minutes with no warming up, mental preparation or time for that "last minute" potty break.

3- Hydrate...Hydrate...Hydrate! Don't wait for the day of the race to start....drink more than your average a couple days prior to the race and (if you want) carry water in a hydration belt and if you don't like those (which I don't) make sure you drink water a EVERY water stop.

4- Pre-Race Fueling... Personally I drink a Verve (Healthy Energy Drink) prior to the race and/ or a 1/4 of a banana or some Gatorade "like" drink.

5- "In-race" fueling... Try an Island Boost "shot"...less sticky and chalky than "goo" and it is assists with a quick burst of energy from a "tasty" mixture of glucose, coconut water and Healthy "stuff"! I take mine at mile 7, 9 and 11 (if needed)

6- "Keep your eye on the prize" and...Remember your "WHY"...Why are you doing this? Think of the accomplishment...Goal...all the training...the cause...THE BLING! lol!

7- Afterwards we EAT for our ACCOMPLISHMENTS! (at 1pm~ Wear your Medal)  Sushi Deli 1 ~ 228 W. Washington St., San Diego CA 92103

National Running Day: "Sirius Fitness Running Happy Hour!"

Wednesday, June 5, 2013
 5:30pm until 7:00pm Rohr Park
4548 Sweetwater Rd Bonita, CA 91902

 We "Sirius Runners" will commit to at least a mile...if we choose we can go further, but this simple is a relaxing run/jog/power walk to commemorate National Running day! All Levels are welcome! Bring a FRIEND!  

 What is National Running Day?? National Running Day, held annually on the first Wednesday in June, is a day when runners everywhere declare their passion for running. Wherever we are and whomever we’re with, we run—fast or slow, alone or with others, all over town or just around the block. It is a coast-to-coast celebration of a sport and activity that’s simple, inexpensive, and fun. It’s the perfect way for longtime runners to reaffirm their love of running and for beginners to kick off a lifetime and life-changing commitment.

Around the (fitness) World in 80 days: Challenge and Transformation!

We ALL slack sometimes and need a "kickstart" to get back in gear, so that is the "perfect" time to "challenge, transform" yourself and take it #UpaNotch...Let's hit this plan for 80 days! April 15th- July 3rd (12 calendar weeks)

Each Week (each day)...IN ADDITION TO YOUR REGULAR WORKOUT... we will tackle a new exercise and continue with that exercise all week!

Week 1- 1 minute of Burpees
Week 2- 2 minutes of Squats
Week 3- 3 minutes of Pushups
Week 4- 4 minutes of Lunges (2 minutes in each Leg)
**WEEK 5- DO IT ALL EACH DAY!**

Week 6- 1 minute of Dips (chair or machine)
Week 7- 2 minutes of Mountain Climbers
Week 8- 3 minutes of Wall Sits
Week 9- 4 minutes Planking
**WEEK 10- DO IT ALL EACH DAY!**

Week 11- Burpees, Squats, Pushups, Planking (1-2 minutes each)

*WEEK 12- (July 1-3) 1-minute of each (2 if you want an extra challenge)

NUTRITION is the KEY to your TRANSFORMATION!! Take a look at the Bod-e program (join our 12 week "Transformation!) ~> http://www.SiriusFitness.Vemma.Com (Contact me for more info or "samples")

**...and FINALLY...Then don't forget to sign up for the Costume Party Run (5k OR Half Marathon!)  for July 7th REGISTER~>

https://register.superheroevents.com/CostumePartyRun//SiriusRunners

Run the 2012 Las Vegas Rock n Roll Marathon with Joe by The Marathon Show

Listen to internet radio with The Marathon Show on Blog Talk Radio

Listen to Joe Taricani of The Marathon Show as he gives his "special brand" of BLOG TALK covering the 20012 Rock 'n' Roll Half Marathon in Las Vegas! (Yes...I got my shout out at the 40:00 min. mark! YAY!) 

SIRIUS FITNESS presents: "The L A S T Boot Camp of 2012!”

"The L A S T Boot Camp of 2012!”


Saturday, December 8, 2012… 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Fit with Jenny~ 6663 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CAPrice: $5.00/per person ($7 day of the event)

We START at Fit with Jenny's for an indoor treat of Fun, Frolicking and of course...FITNESS from Debra and myself, Nasara! We then transition to the Great Outdoors of The San Diego College Area for the 2nd hour of our fun-filled class! We jump...we Dance...we push...we pull..."We Do Our Thing!" So, bring a Friend, a towel, water, an attitude, a willingness to be pushed AND $5.00 ($7 day of the event)

PAY HERE!

Also...Mention 

“SIRIUS FITNESS” at 

YOGURTLAND 

(6165 El Cajon Blvd.) Dec. 8th for 

10% OFF!!