While  many experts say you shouldn’t exercise too soon after eating, a recent study shows that it could be helpful.

What:
Valleywood’s End of Summer Fit Girls Club Hike

Who:
All of you reasonably fit men, women and children (10 & up preferably) regardless of race, creed or color. If you are under the care of a physician we strongly advise that you ask your doctor if you are healthy enough to hike with us.

When:
Saturday, September 19th at 10:30am -11:45pm
Please note we will only be waiting for 15 minutes. No cell phone numbers will be given, so please arrive early! The hike should take about 45 minutes for most moderately healthy people.

Where: 3431 Fryman Canyon Road, Studio City 91614
Fryman Canyon – This three-mile, round-trip hike through Lila Wilacre Estate Park in Los Angeles’ Fryman Canyon, takes you from the San Fernando Valley floor to the top of the Hollywood Hills. The park, once the estate of a silent film star, is part of the Betty B. Dearing Trail, an ambitious attempt to create a hiking trail that extends from Griffith Park to the Pacific Ocean. Wilacre Park is located a half-mile south of Ventura Blvd. just off Laurel Canyon Blvd. at 3431 Fryman Canyon Road in Studio City. There is a large dirt parking lot located at the trailhead and the hike offers breathtaking valley views as you rise ever higher.

FAQs

How should I dress?
Shorts and tank tops are appropriate. Hats and/or sunglasses, or if you are like Bernie, sport both. Regular tennis shoes are fine.

What do I bring?
- A napsack, small backpack or fannypack to carry your personal items
- Three dollars cash for parking in the in the lot, but there is limited street parking available if you arrive early
- Your cameras so you can share your photos and inspire your friends
- Those prone to overheating should bring plenty of water
- A great attitude

Where do we tinkle?
We are not hiking in the wilderness. It’s Studio City!! So YES, there is a bathroom and water fountains on the trail for your convenience.

Can I promote my business/products at your event?
We welcome any sponsors who can aid us in effort. However, our guest hikes are not a platform to promote your products. Business cards are definitely okay, but please do not just show up with samples, catalogs, or the intention to distribute any promotional materials without prior consent. Those who ignore this rule will not be allowed to hike…well we don’t own the trail, but we won’t be happy about it, and we are record a VFG diss video in your honor! Please be respectful of what we are trying to do!

Are you trained professionals? Is anyone certified to do CPR?
We have several talents, but saving lives ain’t on the list! Please note that we are not trained fitness professionals and will not have any first aid kits nor are we certified to perform any medical procedures. If you are undergoing health challenges, please bring a hiking buddy with you just in case you need to break away from the group, and sit a spell. We will wait for those who are winded, we just want to make sure you have good company should you need a looooong break.

Will you take pictures of guest hikers?
Um duh! That’s what we do! The VFGs will take tons of pictures and conduct interviews before and after the hike. Photos will live on Facebook and our blog. Bring your cameras so you can share your footage with family and friends.

With all that said, we really hope to see you there!

Best,
Valleywood Fit Girls Club

“Too Vain to Gain”
If we can do it, so can you!

The past few days have been a whirlwind for me, I wish I had more time to share…

Days #6-8 were pretty easy. I was just way too busy to eat.

Day #9 I had some cravings and had a few moments where I put something in my mouth and spit it out. Why do I do that to myself?

Day #10th day turned out to be Tuesday, of which I had regular food, including chicken, which really messed me up. They say that you should eat real food the first day, and now I know why. I had a veggie pizza today and could barely finish it.  Plus I feel a little bloated afterward? Sigh…

I feel like maybe I got off the cleanse too soon..like I didn’t really give it a chance. I’ve decided to move forward with it, to go 20 more days to see if I reap the full benefits of the cleanse. THANK YOU for the kind words from my virtual friends via twitter and facebook. I’m keeping it moving…see you all on the other side.

My apologies for the late post. I’ve been working non-stop for the past few days, so I haven’t had a chance to share my Master Cleanse horrors.

Friday seemed to start off pretty really well, no hunger or joint pain, but all things changed that evening when I attended Norwood Young’s Michael Jackson Tribute/Event. I had such a horrible pain it felt like an organ had detached from my body followed by an uncontrollable urge to go to the restroom. I won’t share the details but, I literally had only a few minutes to rectify the situation or else…

Mental note – DON’T DRINK THE HERBAL/LAX TEA UNTIL YOUR ARE HOME!

Saturday was equally as trying because I spent 9 hours on set, but only packed 3 lemons. Craft services was pretty stale by the time I made it to the room, but I was so hungry I picked up a piece of chicken, put it in my mouth, and felt sick before I could even tear it from the bone. I spit it our immediately, and asked for another bottled water. I had about 6 bottled waters with Cayenne that day.

How do I feel? Svelte and light, as I am definitely losing weight. Major losses reported in my upperbody, mostly my waist and abs. I wish I could FEEL like this all the time. Ribs are poking thru and thighs are slimming, My face as well. I guess those are the first places to go.

Love the encouragement! Leave a comment here, or on my profile page located here!

Hey guys,

Today was a good day for me, until our VFG meeting tonight. I was content on sippin my miracle elixer…until Claudia walked in with Indian Food. Now I don’t even like Indian Food, but this particular night it smelled amazing! Temptation grew worse as someone broke open the Chardonay. Which had me thinking about a Master Cleanse Cocktail?? Apparently Vince Vaughn has orderd it so often a waitor at The Beverly Hills Hotel has dubbed the drink The Vince Vaughn. Which brings me to the notion, and am I doing this for cleansing or to lose weight? Is one contigent upon the other? IDK, I’ll have to ask Tanjareen.

Later that night, I ended up at Comedy Union to support my girl Torrei Lynn Hart’s 1 year Comedy Anniversay. I was really nervous because comedy clubs are just synonymous with friend food and alcohol! But guess what I didn’t want any…sweet! Thereafter, we headed to a taping of Ray J’s reality show, For The Love of Ray J…again, nothing!  I think I will make it!

I do feel, however, the cleanse has effected my mental clarity, patience and emotional stability. My patience wore thin at the VFG meeting, and I’ve found myself to be a bit unorganized lately, but all in all, I am plugging away, come on Day 4!

Cecily Jamelia

Official VFG Business

It’s Day #2 and I am feeling ok. Sort of loopy, not hungry but definitely jealous of the people that eat to get eat pizza tonight…Pizza is my favorite. I can’t believe they did me like that!

~ Cecily Jamelia

www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tx2B3rj14s

Hey people, this morning I woke up feeling pretty crappy. My sensitivity to carbs and sugar is starting to become unbearable so I decided to do the Master Cleanse to recharge my situation. This will be my 3rd time doing the cleanse and I hope to go up to 7 days at the least, possibly 10. Check it me out as I go thru my day to day struggles on this cleanse/fast.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=fyLiqWKpizo

Please see the details below:

What: Valleywood Fit Girls Club Hike

When: Saturday, August 22th at 10:30am

Where: 3431 Fryman Canyon Road, Studio City 91614

*Please note we will only be waiting for 15 minutes. So please arrive early! No cell phone numbers will be given, this isn’t the club, this is a hike people!

Special Notes: Parking is $3 in the lot, or free on street if you arrive early. Shorts and tank tops are appropriate. Bring water and possible a fanny pack or small satchel to hold your personal items. Please make sure you consult with your physician before starting this exercise program. We are not trained fitness professionals and will not have any first aid kits on the scene. There is a bathroom and water fountains on the hike for your convenience.

Most importantly bring your cameras so you can share your photos and inspire your friends! The hike should take about 45 minutes for most moderately healthy people. Please note that we will be asking you to introduce yourselves and get your feedback on the hike on camera for future use. We really hope to see you there! Best, Valleywood Fit Girls Club “Too Vain to Gain” If we can do it, so can you!

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VFG Claudia Jordan sent a message to Bernie, Kam, Tajareen and Cecily encouraging us to workout while she’s away on a job in the Cayman Islands. I guess some could say that a few of VFGs have been known to stretch the truth…so she included a before and after the workout video to PROVE that she did workout after 12 hours on the set (YEA RIGHT!!!!!).

If you haven’t viewed that post please check it out here BEFORE you see our video response (below)! Enjoy!

www.youtube.com/watch?v=TaKT41E8bGQ

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Message sent to the Valleywood Fit Girls from Cyperian:
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Hi Berni, i miss you and your crew. You keep me entertained and this is what i think of the rest of the crew.

1) B!—-
I love you B, your unselfish nature again comes to the forefront.You are always behind the camera putting people on the spotlight is your thing. some times i wonder how you are able to manipulate around the camera while shooting yourself. But a Great job. Without your work i wont even have an idea about this lovely people. You are cool at all times. Just at times the coach(cj) gets hard on you while training abs and hiking.

2)CJ……
laaaalah!…. yes the coach,she is really cool. Down to earth.Really funny most of the time i think.And am sure she speaks her mind.that is whether you like or not.works really hard for abs and brings everyone on board.d
She teases me to death.when i thought she had said yes i do,she turned around with just not with you…..lol. And the best one again….lenght matters,i was sure i knew what it meant but poor boy, i got it wrong again.
I love her dedication.At times she acts as the spokeslady of Valleywood fit gals…..lol.Your tips are also working for me across the atlantic here in london.

3)cec…..
Phew! what can i say about my friend. I guess cec plays the big sister role.
Smiles when she has to and can be serious when need be. I think she is the type that never gives up on anything. But also you have to earn her respect. She gives a real shot on those abs though u must be special to see them, phew! Always awake incase Tanj wants to jump out of the window.

4)porscha…..
Waoh…..she is cool. Though a few times she never turnes up for hiking she is fun. Smiles innocently but she can really shake them (booty) when
need arises.i like her.I will only be scared to challenge her on the dance floor…boy….lol.

5)Tanj…….
Olalaaaaaaah.Gosh she makes me LMAO.She is so funny.As a teacher i would not let her and CJ sit near each other,or else my lesson will be way to long to end.She takes on anyone and maybe anything…lol.Name it and and watch her.Am sure most guys are never sure what they are getting into……am joking.She is my darling,am sure she can make anyone feel a hero or reduce anyone to dust.So watch your steps boys.She so sweet that if she says she is not coming to my party i might as well call it off.Am sure tanj and CJ do compete on who has the most ripped abs.She’s cute.

6)kam……
Mhhhh! Kam never show’s up in most of the training. But still she has nice body. Cute and i think she treasures those assets of her on the chest….lol. Sorry…i did not mean to mention that. I wish she can stick with the ValleyWood Fit gals for sometime. Would love to se more of her.

B! Pass my very sincere to yur gals,they are great and they inspire me alot.
Yours cyprian.