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Lectures and Demos
Can-Fit-Pro Consumer Fitness & Wellness Show
All sessions take place on the trade show floor, Hall D, South Building, unless otherwise noted

10:45 AM – 11:30 AM
ROOM 808

Opening Address (Lecture)
Kathy Smith
Kick start your day with fitness and wellness icon, Kathy Smith! Be part of the launch of her new book Feed Muscle Shrink Fat Diet, and her new DVDs including Build Muscle Shrink Fat and Tummy Trimmers. Join us in this inspirational keynote address.

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM
STAGE 1

Mental Preparation for Sport (Lecture)
Ed Cohen
Learn the basic principles of proper mental preparation for a sporting event. Focus on the processes required to properly set up for the day including the event plan combined with the mental plan. Be able to best utilize the physical skills you have trained.

STAGE 2

Gliding Gone Wild (Activity)
Mindy Mylrea
Experience strength, flow, and integrated movement in an exciting Gliding workout. This workout is for every fitness level and for anyone who wants super sweaty, super sassy fitness fun.

12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
STAGE 1

GoodLife Fitness – 6 Weeks to a New Body (Lecture)
Maureen Hagan
Join Canadian fitness expert Maureen Hagan for a sneak preview of her soon to be released book GoodLife Fitness—6 Weeks to a New Body. In 30 minutes you will discover Mo's formula for fitness, smart eating and healthy living. Why wait until January 1st for the book launch when you can start working towards your New Body today.

STAGE 2

The Caribbean Workout (Activity)
Shelly McDonald
Combining various aspects of the famous Caribbean Workout with international presenter, Shelly McDonald, you will experience high energy, fat burning cardiovascular training plus effective conditioning for abs, buns, and thighs. A workout for everyone!

12:30 PM – 1:00 PM
STAGE 1

Anti-aging Technologies based in Solid Science (Lecture)
Linda Gee Hesketh
Linda brings you some rapid results in anti-aging. Learn about the latest proven science to reduce lines, wrinkles, cellulite in 10 minute treatments. Learn how to discern how well your supplements are working for you and how healthy you are from the inside out. Learn about the most effective weight management system you can use, while keeping your energy level high.  

STAGE 2

Bender Ball Core Stabilization (Activity)
Leslee Bender
This class will target your core like no other that you have experienced! The Bender method has been documented by the Journal of applied Research to be 408% more effective than any floor exercise. This was fitness infomercial of the year in 2007.

1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
STAGE 1

The No Crave Diet (Lecture)
Dr. Penny Kendall-Reed, ND and Dr. Stephen Reed
Cravings don’t originate in the stomach but in the brain. The No-Crave Diet shows you how to resist these cravings and how to make the brain feel full so that the cravings don’t arise in the first place.

STAGE 2

Zumba: Ditch the Workout Join the Party (Activity)
Beto Perez
Experience the World's Largest Latin Inspired Fitness Program! ZUMBA: a fusion of Latin and International It is a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps. Sponsored by ZUMBA FITNESS.

1:30 PM – 2:00 PM
STAGE 1

Ten Ways to Burn 101 Calories (Lecture)
Libby Norris
Do you want to get more active but find yourself strapped to time...and ideas? Join Libby Norris, Canada AM's Fitness Expert, to explore quick, easy and effective ways for fitting activity in on the fly. Learn how to balance your workouts at home or at the gym to make the most of both your time and your energy, why moving your muscles is critically important, and the top 10 tips and tricks for optimal results.

STAGE 2

In Home Bootcamp (Activity)
Sharon Mann
This workout will give you some great ideas on how to create your very own Bootcamp workout at home. With the use of a few pieces of fitness accessories from Sears you will be ready to get started. Join Sharon for a great workout full of great tips and some fabulous giveaways!

2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
STAGE 1

Foundations of Sports Nutrition Supplementation (Lecture)
Nelson Narciso
Although many nutrition articles have no scientific backbone, many others not only have a wealth of research but they have achieved quite the pedigree. If you want to learn what key supplements are known to help you achieve the best possible performance, you need to attend this session. Sponsored by GNC.

STAGE 2

STOTT PILATES® Athletic Conditioning on the Mat (Activity)
John Garey
Get down on the mat for a high-energy workout that will take your game to the next level. This full-body routine, perfect for cross training and sports conditioning, will focus on strength and stability of the arms, legs, shoulders, hips and the all-important core. Through innovative exercise choices, explore how you can develop precision and control, resist injury and improve power and agility. This challenging workout can retrain muscles that may have become imbalanced over time and can help you realize the benefits of improved balance and coordination. Sponsored by STOTT PILATES.

2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
STAGE 1

The Real Sexy, Smart and Strong! (Lecture)
David Patchell-Evans
Well-known author and fitness expert, David Patchell-Evans takes you on an entertaining foray into the pages of his latest book, The Real Sexy, Smart and Strong. Discover how your attitude, thinking and exercise team up to enrich your life. Gain confidence. Be your own, powerful definition of sexy, smart and strong!

STAGE 2

TurboKick™ (Activity)
Angie Green
Be part of this addictive workout! Learn dozens of outrageously unique combos, fusing Capoeira, hip hop, plyometrics and kickboxing into one heart-thumping, bass-pumping class. Turbo Kick™ is currently featured in thousands of health clubs across the globe! Surely an addictive workout!

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
STAGE 1

The 28-Day Body Shapeover: Secrets from a Celebrity Trainer (Lecture)
Brad Schoenfeld
Learn how to transform your body in just one month's time with this cutting-edge fitness program. Sponsored by HUMAN KINETICS.

STAGE 2

Bender Ball Core Stabilization (Activity)
Leslee Bender
This class will target your core like no other that you have experienced! The Bender method has been documented by the Journal of applied Research to be 408% more effective than any floor exercise. This was fitness infomercial of the year in 2007.

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
STAGE 1

The Last 15: A Weight Loss Breakdown (Lecture)
Dr. Joey Shulman
No more dieting! With a mere 2% of dieters keeping their weight loss results off within a five year span something is definitely array in the weight loss world. Learn how to re-set your metabolic code and learn delicious and easy recipes! Take it off and keep it off for good!

STAGE 2

Jump Rope Training Basics (Activity)
Buddy Lee
The Buddy Lee system teaches proper jump rope execution for an amazing cardio workout! Learn basic techniques to get the most out of this exciting activity. Sponsored by JUMP ROPE INSTITUTE.

4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
STAGE 1

Modern Exerciser – Balancing Work, Life and Health (Lecture)
Dr. Jody Anderson
Find out how the average individual can attain balance in their lives by employing safe health and wellness principles, practices, and programs. Sponsored by PROPEL.

STAGE 2

The Caribbean Workout (Activity)
Shelly McDonald
Combining various aspects of the famous Caribbean Workout with international presenter, Shelly McDonald, you will experience high energy, fat burning cardiovascular training plus effective conditioning for abs, buns, and thighs. A workout for everyone!

4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
STAGE 1

Enhance Your Immune System with NRG Medicine (Lecture)
Teri Gentes
Certain points on our body, when tapped (acupressure) affects your energy field in predictable ways. By tapping specific sets of these points, we can activate responses to increase energy, and keep the immune system strong. Learn the QiGong five minute NRG Medicine Series that helps restore flow of healing energies within your body.

STAGE 2

Hip Hop Hustle (Activity)
Angie Green
So, you think you can’t dance? This class takes the fun factor up a notch with super hot moves! No experience required. This is a complete hip-hop dance class that’s easy to follow!

5:15 PM – 6:00 PM
HALL F

World’s Largest Pilates Class (Activity)
Sponsored by STOTT PILATES®
Be a part of history as Can-Fit-Pro and STOTT PILATES® attempt to break the world record for the largest yoga and fitness class!

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Kathy Smith
Since 1980 Kathy has been teaching people how to live healthier lives. She has inspired millions, sharing state-of-the-art techniques for nutrition and weight management in an ...

Ed Cohen
Ed ‘Chen’ Cohen has been an athlete all of his life and a running coach for the past 10 years. His current focus is on the mental side of sport as he has seen that proper mental...

David Patchell-Evans
Well-known author and fitness expert, David Patchell-Evans takes you on an entertaining foray into the pages of his latest book, The Real Sexy, Smart and Strong.