Essential Fit Talks with Wess Murray

Taimak (pronounced Tie-Mock) got his first taste for the entertainment business when he was very young. About ten years later, and after winning the New York State kickboxing championship, Taimak was cast by Motown legend Berry Gordy in the lead role of “The Last Dragon”. He played the unforgettable Bruce Leroy, the Bruce Lee wannabe in search of “The Glow”. He was quickly catapulted to stardom and a career that has spanned over twenty years. In fact, Sony Pictures has taken on producing a remake of The Last Dragon. Samuel L. Jackson signed on to play “Shonuff” in the new updated version, look out for Taimak to be in the picture as well. He has appeared in over a dozens plays, including Roadhouse in 2004 at the Barrow Street Theater in New York City, playing the notable role of Dalton in this zany comedy rendition of Patrick Swayzes 80’s cult classic film. He has recently teamed up again with the highly inventive Roadhouse director Timothy Haskell in an original stage play written by Eric Sanders. The show will be opening at The Ohio Theater in SOHO, NYC in March.. As martial arts choreographer and trainer, Taimak has worked with Madonna on her Drowned World Tour, and with the rock group Bush on their “Chemical Between Us” video. He has guest starred on several television shows, including Ally McBeal, A Different World, and Third Watch. And just last year he developed a wellness program for young people http://www.unfoldingdream.org. He delivers the seminar in “at risk” communities around the states. Taimak is also a fitness expert that has helped thousands get in shape with his fitness DVD Create the Perfect Package

Tom holds a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition and has received his post-graduate degree in Chiropractic, graduating cum laude. Tom is also a Certified Nutritional Specialist, Certified Clinical Nutritionist and a Diplomat of the American Clinical Board of Nutrition. Tom lectures internationally on health, nutrition, anti-aging and fitness. He has been a featured speaker at the first Society of Weight Training and Injury Specialist (SWIS) symposium. Tom has written for and been featured in numerous issues of Muscle Media magazine as well as numerous other health and fitness publications. Tom’s amazing physique transformation, knowledge and industry status caught the attention of Bill Phillips, renowned fitness authority and author of Body for Life. Tom can be seen in the highly acclaimed Bill Phillips documentary Body of Work. Tom’s passions include educating students about health and fitness. He stresses the importance of goal setting, hard work and nutrition as a way to enhance peak performance in all areas of life. A staunch anti-drug messenger, Tom warns of the dangers of substance abuse. Tom is also a co-founder of F.A.S.S.T. Camp (Focused Athletic Sport Specific Training), a camp dedicated to helping young athletes reach their potential on and off the field. Tom’s highly spirited approach to nutritional medicine has helped many shed unhealthy body fat, reduce the effects of premature aging, optimize genetic potential, enrich their careers and reach peak performance in all areas of life. Tom’s list of clients includes the N.F.L. elite, major league baseball players, television personalities, and people just like you who are finally ready to WIN!

Belinda is an international sports model, fitness author, columnist, and extreme sports person, published in the USA, Australia and Central America. Belinda is an Australian fitness model and lives in Panama, Central America. She has a background in sports - a keen surfer and in 2003 competed in the Australian Open Surf Masters. She also enjoys boxing and has trained under the Grand Master Vince Palumbo (IKBBF Middleweight World Pro-Boxing Champion). Her weekly regime involves weight training, boxing, swimming and Pilates. She is bi-lingual (English/Spanish). Currently she is working on various projects: her own website, with sponsors and also as a monthly columnist for Sports and Health magazine Panama.

Essentially Fit Radio welcomes Bill Ivory Larson. Bill Ivory Larson has lost a total of almost 200 pounds, without surgery or a special diet. In 2005, when he moved from Chicago to Philadelphia, he weighed 400.6 pounds. In his 30s, he had high blood pressure, sleep apnea and joints that hurt after little to no physical activity. Now he's here to help those on their weight loss journey. He is currently inspiring others with his personal story of overcoming his obesity and his approach to wellness empowerment. Bill has appeared on Doctor Oz, CBS and NBC, in addition to writing a popular blog. http://billivorylarson.com/

Please welcome New York City Personal Trainer and Pre/Post Natal specialist Nicole Martinez. Nicole Martinez is a Pre natal/Post partum trainer, educating other trainers and working with a number of new mommies and mommies-to-be, focusing on feeling strong during pregnancy and on exercises that help with preparing for the sport of motherhood and the birthing process. She has also has great success with getting bodies back into shape in the middle of a new family schedule. Nicole has a BA in Kinesiology, the study of movement, along with a degree in Dance and has danced professionally around the world. Her desire to move, as well as her 8 years of certification and passion for fitness, gives her the ability to create a program for individuals who want to accomplish goals such as: weight loss, injury care and prevention and strength gains, those just getting started or those in need of a new perspective on their workouts. Education: Bachelors of Arts Dance Kinesiology California State University, Long Beach Certifications: NASM Certified Personal Trainer BOSU Certification Integrated Flexibility Training (IFT) Pre/ Post Natal Certified, Master Trainer

Have you ever thought about trying Bellydance for fitness? Well, this episode is for you! Essentially Fit welcomes Mimi Fontana , fitness professional and director of Manhattan Tribal, a world renowned New York City based Belly Dance Company. Listen as we discuss how you can get in better shape with this ancient dance. ABout Mimi Mimi Fontana is one the driving forces behind the NYC Tribal Belly Dance community. A former figure skater and bass guitarist , Mimi has devoted herself to ethnic dance forms and specifically Amercan Tribal Style Belly Dance..a dance form developed on the West Coast more than 20 years ago, and newly sprung upon the NYC dance scene. Mimi is actively teaching locally and internationally, performing and helping to foster a communi

Ever wondered what it takes to be a fitness model? Maybe you just want to look like one? How do you begin? Where do you go? Well folks, we have the answer for you! Sidney Wilson is a Wilhelmina Fitness Model, Celebrity Personal Trainer and Up and Coming Actor. Sidney is best known for his impeccable physique, informational fitness/nutrition tips and his unparalleled work ethic. Sidney has a no holds barred attitude which coincides with his motto "Get Vicious" and his amazing workouts. In early 2009 Sidney signed with Wilhelmina Models. Sidney did a shoot with GNL Studios which led directly to Coogi clothing company booking him for a shoot for their online advertising. Sidney's physique has graced the pages of Men's Health Magazine, RocaWear, Timberland, and more. He is also a co-star on the Reality Show "Let's Talk about Pep" from the group Salt and Pepper.

Maurepaz Auguste was born and raised in Newark, NJ, and was himself a former member of the notorious Bloods gang. As a youth, Mr. Auguste fell constantly in trouble with the law. Mr. Auguste grew up with a gang that was known at the time as the “Double Deuce” mainly because they were based on 22nd Street and 18th Avenue in Newark, NJ and the fact that there were 22 of them. Sadly today there are only 3 known members to be alive and 2 that are not in prison. Mr. Auguste is one of the two. At the age of 20 he changed his

Jonathan Urla, MFA, Certified Pilates Instructor (Power Pilates, PMA) was a professional dancer/choreographer for 8 years before becoming a personal trainer. He began directing himself toward more mind-body techniques after studying yoga off and on for 15 years. His formal Pilates training began in 1996 with master trainer Phoebe Higgins in New York city. He enjoyed integrating his practice of yoga with Pilates and soon created Yogilates in 1997 as an alternative system for optimal fitness. He has since published a book on Yogilates (HarperCollins), produced several video programs of Pilates and Yogilates workouts, and over ten years has developed extensive continuing education courses which he presents for various organizations. He also is an avid runner and sports enthusiast and participates in running club races and triathlons. He has his own Youtube channel (www.youtube.com/jonurla) where segments from his programs can be viewed.

Personal trainer and wellness coach Wess Murray interviews fitness professionals, wellness coaches, nutritionists and other health professionals to discuss all aspects of health and wellness. We'll also take your questions, and you might have the opportunity for live coaching right on the show! This week EFT welcomes The Nutrition Twins. Tammy Lakatos Shames and Elysse ("Lyssie") Lakatos share more than identical features; they share identical success in the competitive field of nutrition and wellness. In 1997 Lyssie and Tammy (known as The Nutrition Twins®) co-founded Healthy Happenings Corporation whose mission is to better the health of its clients through improved nutrition and lifestyle/behavior modification. Since relocating from Atlanta, Georgia, the twins have built a successful private practice in New York City servicing both individual and corporate clients such as AOL-Time Warner and Colgate Palmolive. The Lakatos' approachable, common sense style has also earned them editorial success. The Twins co-authored a revolutionary nutrition book, Fire Up Your Metabolism: 9 Proven Principles for Burning Fat and Losing Weight Forever (Simon and Schuster).Their second book, The Secret to Skinny: How Salt Makes You Fat and the 4-Week Plan to Drop A Size & Get Healthier with Simple Low Sodium Swaps was released in September of 2009. In an exciting new venture with Day-Timer®, they have developed a Wellness Planner and a Weight Management Planner which they featured several times on QVC in early 2009. Tammy and Lyssie are the Sideline Reporters for The Weekend Workout, a syndicated radio show and podcast providing The Nutrition Twins Diet Tip of the Day.

Personal trainer and wellness coach Wess Murray interviews fitness professionals, wellness coaches, nutritionists and other health professionals to discuss all aspects of health and wellness. We'll also take your questions, and you might have the opportunity for live coaching right on the show! This week EFT welcomes NaShawn Kearse. Nashawn is an American television and film actor, in addition to being a fitness coach. Kearse has appeared in starring roles on several modern day programs which include HBO series, Entourage, as rapper Saigon's cousin, New York Undercover and The Shield. Soon after Page Kennedy was let go on the ABC series, Desperate Housewives, Kearse served as Kennedy's replacement for the role of Caleb Applewhite, a fugitive who is being held captive in his mother's basement (Alfre Woodard). Prior to Desperate Housewives, Kearse had roles in Taxi, Marci X, Cross Bronx and as a voice on the video game, Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas. Kearse co-starred in the 2007 film My Brother alongside Vanessa L. Williams. Nashawn was born and raised in Brooklyn, New York and shares a son with Wendy Pastor.

Personal trainer and wellness coach Wess Murray interviews fitness professionals, wellness coaches, nutritionists and other health professionals to discuss all aspects of health and wellness. We'll also take your questions, and you might have the opportunity for live coaching right on the show! This week EFT welcomes Chris Romulo (CROM). Chris Romulo is a USA Muay Thai Champion and a personal trainer based in New York City. Come Listen in as we talk about his sport and how Martial Arts can help improve your fitness. -

Personal trainer and wellness coach Wess Murray interviews fitness professionals, wellness coaches, nutritionists and other health professionals to discuss all aspects of health and wellness. We'll also take your questions, and you might have the opportunity for live coaching right on the show! This week EFT welcomes Celebrity Trainer, Ashley Bernard. Ashley has been a fitness professional since 2000. His advance knowledge of fitness and personal training has given him the advantage in creating amazing bodies. Ashley is also involved in post rehab, performance and conditioning for athletes. Listen as we talk about achieving intelligent goals and committing to them. And I'll try to get him to spill the beans on some of his famous clients. Think 'Sex' and 'City'!

Personal trainer and wellness coach Wess Murray interviews fitness professionals, wellness coaches, nutritionists and other health professionals to discuss all aspects of health and wellness. We'll also take your questions, and you might have the opportunity for live coaching right on the show! EFT Welcomes Osondu K. Thambo, Martial Artist and NYC Personal Trainer. Listen as we discuss this ancient method of fitness and how it can be a great asset in your weight loss quest. Discover if the 'Arts' are right for you.

Personal trainer and wellness coach Wess Murray interviews fitness professionals, wellness coaches, nutritionists and other health professionals to discuss all aspects of health and wellness. We'll also take your questions, and you might have the opportunity for live coaching right on the show! Our next guest is Sarah Khan. Sarah Khan graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nutrition. Afterward, she worked at the University Health Center as a nutrition assistant where she provided nutritional counseling and actively participated in health promotion. She went on to intern at the Michael E. DeBakey Medical Center and completed her Master’s coursework in a combined program with Texas Woman’s University. Sarah has worked as a registered dietitian in several different sectors of nutrition and wellness including hospitals, physician offices and sports clubs. Her primary areas of focus are weight management, medical nutrition therapy and sports nutrition.