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OXYCHAT!
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January 18, 2005

Welcome to the OxyChat! Newsletter, a publication to help you in your quest for the body you want and deserve!

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*A* Oxycise! on the Job
*B* Oxycise! Saves Energy!
*C* Oxycise! DVDs
*D* Sharing
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"I have put together some Oxycise! positions from Level 1 and 2 and made what I call my office workout.... My office workout is 30 positions and has no floor exercises in it. When I do my office workout IF I have enough time in the evening I do a few floor positions at home. If not, I don't worry about it. I expanded my office workout to my home non-video workout. It has 42 positions and takes about 25 minutes...I have lost a total of 23 pounds and 30 inches with Oxycise! since March. All in all Oxycise! has had a profound influence on my outlook and my sense of being in control of my health. I wish you all the best on your road to great health! Have a GREAT day!!" ~ Susan Jefcoat, August 1999

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*A* Oxycise! on the Job
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A customer in Charles City, Virginia writes:

Date: Wed, 5 Jan 2005

"Hi
I have used Oxycise! for the last few years (off and on, unfortunately) but when I am using it I definitely notice an immediate stress reduction and feeling of well being. I was thinking of bringing a tape into the office for my staff to use for stress reduction - I am an Operations Manager for a Mortgage company, sometimes a high stress, deadlined job, and I work with 6 other employees, mostly women. We were once going to try to do another excercise type tape but it was difficult to coordinate with the time it would take and the clothes and shoes that we wear. I think Oxycise! would be a great program to try in the office.

"Anyway, have you ever considered doing a cd/dvd type thing with small 3 minute or so bytes of exercises appropriate for people wearing office clothes (skirts,etc so no floor exercises) or in offices or at their desks to use for stretching or stress relief? Maybe something they could put into their computer and pop up when needed? (O-fficise - ha ha)

"Just a thought!!!

"Anyway, I love Oxycise! and thank you for the great products. Keep sending that newsletter; it is a great inspiration/reminder!"

Thank You and Best Regards
Julie Boswell
Charles City, VA


My response:

Hi Julie,
I'm sorry that we don't have an Oxycise! workout customized for the office...I think it's a great idea!

But Jill has actually suggested that customers try adapting Oxycise! for use at work during breaks. A photo on the cover of her book "Oxycise!" features a gentleman in a white shirt and tie doing a "lunge" position in his office, using the back of an office chair.

We have received emails from customers who say they have shared Oxycise! with co-workers, and one gal had formed a small group at work and wrote that they were doing Oxycise! together during their breaks!

I often do "bun squeezes" when I am sitting at my computer. I have also tried pressing my legs outward, against the sides of my desk, or simply breathing and tightening my abs.

Would you be willing to share your letter in the weekly newsletter? We might be able to get some additional responses from our readers, who may have other suggestions for "Office-cising!"

Best Wishes,
Julie Gudmundsen
Oxycise! Staff

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Here's one of those Oxycise!-at-work accounts I was talking about earlier:

Date: June 24, 2003
Subject: We just started a group at work

"I had purchased the Oxycise! videos quite a few years ago and used them daily for about 3 weeks. I did have results but they ended up on my shelf and not used for years. Recently I made a decision to lose the excess weight I have been carrying since the birth of my son (10 years ago) and pulled the video back off the shelf.

"Because my days are so busy with working, running a business and 4 children I decided to take 15 minutes during my lunch break at work to Oxycise! Last week I decided to see if my co-workers wanted to join me and yesterday there were 8 of us. Today I talked with our Human Resource department and they are interested in opening this up to the whole company.

"I'm happy because now I will be accountable to stick with this and am looking forward to great results. One of the ladies found your website yesterday and we are all enjoying reading the information and success stories. Thanks for such a great web-site and program."

Lorraine Burton
University of Florida Foundation


Update from Lorraine - August 20, 2003

"Hi Julie, I started the Oxycise! during my lunch break at work a few months ago, (we do the first 20 positions that are not on the floor), and I am happy to report I have lost 4" off my hips and 2" each in my bust, waist, arms and thighs. I have had 4 co-workers that have stuck with me and have been regular attendees. Others have come and tried it but did not stick. Of the four that have stuck with it, each one has noticed results. One co-worker was looking to improve energy and relieve neck and back pain and as an added benefit she has lost 2 and a half pounds (without changing anything else in her routine.) Another co-worker was looking to lose weight and to her delight also found that she could breathe better and easier. She said mostly she just feels "well". Others have noticed better posture and increased endurance. One new person just joined us and she said she feels more relaxed. We are all ready for a new routine though. I like the idea of combining the different levels throughout the week. We all have the routine down, but I think some new positions or more intensity will keep us going. What better use of 10 minutes, 5 x's per week!!!"

Lorraine Burton

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READERS: Have you tried Oxycise! at work? Do you have suggestions you'd like to share with others that have worked well for you? Or is there a topic or question you'd like us to address? We'd love to hear from you. Write to: julie@oxycise.com Or go to our website at www.oxyciseplus.com/Success/share.htm

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*B* Oxycise! Saves Energy!
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Subject: O! saves energy
Date: Sun, 09 Jan 2005

"Just to let you know a new take on Oxycise! Oxycise saves on electricity! When I start doing the exercises, I have to cut off the heat because I get too hot. What a money-saver!

"As a 59 year old, I'm amazed that I don't have the loose arm skin like other ladies my age. Also, I lost my wattle (the skin under my chin). I love this so much and feel so great when I do it, but I can't convince anyone else to do it. But my husband has started doing it with me and I think he is more flexible."

M. Fariss


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*C* Oxycise! DVDs
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In case you haven't heard the good news: Oxycise! DVDs are here!!!

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Now available on DVD:

Oxycise! Level 1 Set (2 DVDs)
and
Oxycise! Level 2 Workout

see http://www.oxycise.com/store/catalog.htm

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Or call toll-free at 1-800-OXYCISE (699-2473)


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*D* Sharing
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HEALTH TIP: Red Meat Really Does Increase Your Risk for Colon Cancer

Based on a 20 Year Study by the American Cancer Society, those who eat the most red meat - beef and/or pork and/or processed meat products - get colon cancer 30 to 40 percent more often than those who eat these foods only once in a while.

see article: http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,144062,00.html

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Think Thin -- for Life:
5 Ways to Put Your Mind to Work and Reach Your Weight Loss Goals

"Being successful at weight management is a question of mind over matter: You start by changing the way you think and act. "

Two thumbs up. Great article!
http://dietnews.webmd.com/content/article/80/96673.htm?printing=true


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Join Theresa Whinery, certified Oxycise! instructor, for an Oxycise! class
in the Grand Canyon on Sunday January 23rd

For more information contact Theresa:
email tswhinery@hotmail.com or phone 267-481-5884


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REMEMBER: You have a magnificent body. Treat it right!

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Jill Johnson
Oxycise! International, Inc.
PO Box 262022
Littleton, CO 80163

Julie Gudmundsen,
OxyChat Editor
mailto:julie@oxycise.com

Oxycise! Website: www.oxycise.com
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Questions? mailto:Oxytalk@oxycise.com or mailto:julie@oxycise.com

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