College recruiters, high school and college coaches, and and friends and family of all them are going to check in on you to see if you are an investment or a liability to a college program.

A college coach is different than a high school coach. If they lose their job the whole family has to get up and move and this causes turmoil for kids and wives.

Here are 2 main sources players are being evaluated from:

#1. Facebook: 

If you display too many red flags like saying the “N’ word or are surrounded by people drinking beer and smoking weed, that is a red flag.

A good rule of thumb is if your mom can’t see it, don’t put it out there. And if you haven’t yet go through your face book and clean it up!

There are many kids around the country that may not be as fast as you, or jump as high, but show a better character that a coach will trust more to put out there on the field.

Does your social media pages show you conducting yourself in a way that a coach can have full confidence to win football games and earning a degree?

#2. Other Good Coaches

Coaches will listen to other good coaches before they listen to huge recruiting companies.

Me, my son, and former Oregon great head coach Mike Bellotti

I have former coaches and many teammates (now Division 1 coaches) that I shed blood with on the football field that who will listen to my evaluation of a player long before they listen to a big time college recruiting company with thousands of kids on their roster and a giant office full of salesman.

What is a good coach? A good coach is one that is respected by many other good coaches. You know when you meet them and play for one.

Do your coaches trust you? Can they count on you in crunch time to get the job done? Will you remember that audible to change a play because the formation is different?

Most of the time, the coach will not put a game in the hands of an athlete he doesn’t trust. And most of the time it has to do with things that happen when the game lights are off and your at practice.

What is your work ethic like? Are you a “Prima Donna”? Do players respect you? When good coaches give their evaluation of a player, people listen.

These are 2 sources that can help players be evaluated. The best piece of advice I would give is always be on top of your game! In the weight room, class room, and where ever you conduct yourself.

Many people have never had experience with understanding calories and how they can lead to weight gain or weight loss. Your nutrition coach can give you an idea of how many calories you will need to eat a day in order to lose weight. If you are consuming more than you should to be healthy for your height then it is time to cut back a little. Being more aware of the number of calories and other kinds of nutritional content in your foods can help you to make better choices. Your coach can give you an idea of what kinds of food are lower in calories and have less fat, sodium and sugar.

There is more to nutrition than just counting calories, but it can give you a way to start being more conscious. Most aspects of dieting can be more common sense than you think such as just eating more fresh fruits and vegetables and fitting those into your meals. You should also choose foods with high nutritional content like whole grains, nuts and beans. Focusing on these kinds of foods will help you “crowd out” all the unhealthy foods that you were addicted to in the past. Your nutrition coach can give you a list of the right foods for your diet that will make you feel better and lose weight at the same time.

You can continually meet up with your nutrition coach to talk to them about your progress and particular problems you are having. No one can change their habits overnight but the plan that your coach gives you will make it much easier to start living healthy. They can make adjustments to your food plan if there is anything in particular you are struggling with. Creating a diet that has many nutritional foods that you enjoy will make you happier and safer from diseases related to unhealthy eating habits. You can reach a healthy weight and continue your fitness regimen knowing that you have tackled the task of cleaning up your diet.

Whether you simply enjoy recreational sparring, learning the art of weaponry and fighting or you want to be well-rounded in self-defense skills knife fighting can be a great choice. This class will teach you techniques you can use for the tournament in a fun and competitive spirit but also some defense possibilities should you ever need them. Competing in the tournament will give you the confidence to handle yourself against many different types of opponents of varying strength and size. If you do well in the tournament you can leave knowing that you have the skills of survival using an important weapon.

There is more to knife fighting then just being able to yield and strike with a weapon. You need to be able to escape and avoid your opponent’s attacks or prevent them from taking your weapon out of your hands. Good defense tactics are crucial in addition to methods of attack in a tournament like this. You will learn strength, agility and coordination that will give you an advantage over any real life offender. Your motivation will be to win against your sparring partner and to avoid critical injury in the process. You will be in a safe and supportive environment without real weapons but the skills you learn will stay with you after you finish the class.

There are many different kinds of fighting styles to learn but one of the most basic skills in combat is the ability to handle a simple weapon. You need to know how to use your body when you are fighting someone bigger or stronger than you and you need to escape or take them down. You need to know how to utilize tools that can save your life. Having the knowledge of using a weapon will give you an advantage and make you feel that much safer and stronger. Take the time to fight in a tournament and you will feel fit and ready to take on anything.

Some people might not understand how important it is for a dedicated athlete to constantly be training rather than taking a break in the offseason. Between seasons it would be easy to lose a lot of the progress and ability you have gained while playing on a regular basis. This period of time is when you get your body up to par with strength, power and agility. The best coaches can run drills that will give players the ability to perform well in the game and also feel confident that they are completely prepared physically every time they play.

In football, as with many other sports, there is much more than just pure strength and skill. Many aspects of the game can be mental and it helps players to talk with their coaches about how to have the best attitude throughout the game. Players should focus on being healthy and well-fueled for games and staying away from negative influences that could affect their focus and drive to play. A positive attitude keeps you motivated and a strong relationship with your coach gives you faith that you can and will win. The offseason can be a great time for players to get helpful coaching. Play by your coach’s rules and best strategies and you will see your team achieve all its goals and win.

If you know you have the talent and the dream to be a great football player then it takes commitment all-year round with offseason training. A training camp can get you ready for games and push you to the next level so that you become a better athlete with every step you take towards your goals. The competition around you and the quality coaching will help you step up your game. Focus on the game you love and you will see yourself transform from just an average player to a star athlete that knows how to be a part of a great team.

A class that takes you away from the same old routines that you fall into can help you start to rethink the way you view fitness. It’s time to get creative with Chaos training that uses unique tools like tire flips, battle ropes, boxing, outdoor hill runs, resistance bands, sand bags and many others. You will start using your muscles in ways you never have before and push your limits to their extreme. Tire flipping is an exercise that looks so impressive you will feel confident and strong when you can really accomplish it. This is an exercise that requires pure, raw strength and energy and you can use to prove to yourself and everyone that you have the physical prowess to lift and flip such a heavy object. Battle ropes are fun, alternative way to work out muscles in your entire body and especially strengthen your core. It can be gratifying to slam the ropes around and you are getting a quick but effective workout for your arms, back legs and abs.

Many people who are interested in fitness have never tried boxing but it is one of the most rewarding skills to learn that you will never forget it. Not only does it give you a better body but it helps you improve your focus, coordination and power. Boxers are strong but they are also quick and highly skilled at what they do. With boxing and sandbags you are toning your arms, shoulders and back while increasing your power in throwing punches. Sometimes the easiest way to change up your workout routine is just to step outside the gym and run outside. Running on hills is a different experience than a treadmill and works more muscles in your legs as you deal with steep inclines testing your strength.

Get the most out of your workout by taking a group class that pushes you to step outside your comfort zone and try something that will be intense and effective movement training. You will move your body and use your muscles more than you ever have at the gym.

Crystal cove state park camping is open to family and friends.

This is not a workout (aside from the hike to the campsite), it’s a time for our EPIC members to share some time together outside of the gym with our families, friends, and coaches.

In saying that, this is not beach camping. This is primitive back country camping. Meaning, you must carry everything in (including water) and out. The hike is about 4 miles to the camp site.

There is no running water in the back county. There is however an outhouse, but make sure you bring TP. J

EPIC is not charging a fee, but you must reserve your own campsites for crystal cove primitive back county (again, not the beach camping). You can make your reservations through reserveamerica.com. The actual campsite on the website is called “Crystal Cove SP Primitive Tent Camping, CA”. The total should come out to $33 for 1 night.

Each reservation is good for 4 people (plan accordingly to save money) and includes an overnight parking pass.

We plan on meeting at 3:30 pm in the crystal cove El Moro Parking lot (day use parking area). We can hike in together as a group beginning at 4:00 pm. The hike will take around 2 hours. Coach Edith, Coach Brian and Jenn Mora have done this hike many times and can lead the way.

There are actually three different campgrounds within the Crystal Cove Primitive Backcountry area.

We will be staying at Deer Creek Canyon Campground. Here is a link to the trail map: http://www.crystalcovestatepark.com/opportunities/ccsp_maptrail_distance_box.pdf

If you cannot meet at the specified time, feel free to grab a map from the ranger station and make your way up to the campsite. It is recommended to hike with 2 or more people.

Fires are not allowed in the back country so there is no need to bring any fire starter equipment. Even though it can get warm during the day, it can get chilly at night. Check the weather report Saturday morning to plan your clothing.

If you have any questions, feel free to talk to Brian at brian@myepicmodel.com or Edith at edith@myepicmodel.com or just leave a question below if you have a Facebook page:

Have a great day!

Discover why the EPIC  Holiday Transformation Challenge is the best way to get in shape through the holidays. Keep reading below and see why you can get leaner during the most fattening time of the year.

This is what you get:

• All “new comers to EPIC” get 6 weeks Unlimited Access to brand New EPIC Performance Center.
  
• Before After pictures and weigh in.
• A clear written and measurable goal
• Recovery Workshop with our massage therapists FREE
• Nutrition Workshop with outside of the box nutritionist Adelfo Cerame FREE
• Movement Workshop FREE
• Access to over 150 coached workouts with the EPIC coaching team.
• Learn how many calories you need to eat to lose fat and retain lean muscle tissue.
• Learn how many grams of protein, carbs, and fat you have to eat to lose fat and retain lean muscle tissue.
• Learn what 97% of the population is not doing that’s slowing down their progress 90%.
• An elevated and amplified workout atmosphere
• A positive and productive team environment.
• 20% off on all of our massage services.
• A chance to get in on a special offer at the end of the challenge.
  

  

• Access to highly touted Terra Trek Conditioning class.
• Access to 50/50 Conditioning Class
• Access to EPIC Strength Training Classes
• Access to Nutrition Workshops
  
• Access to Personal Development Workshops
  
• Effective way to burn fat in the least amount of time.

Get all this for just $66! ($450 Value)

That’s only a $1.57 a day.

If you are a member and you invite an outside visitor your entry is FREE.

We are not releasing info on the prize yet, but we will say that there will be a first and second place winner.

And they’re both getting the same prize. That means you have to be the top 2 teams to win the entire challenge.

You can get all of this information by scrolling down past the testimonials and filling out the submit form.

These are the testimonials from our last challenge. You will see why The EPIC Holiday Transformation Challenge is the best choice you can make to get lean through the holidays.

“Amazing coaches and amazing workout!! I’ve been training with Epic for the past few months and can honestly say the time, money and effort are all worth it! All of the coaches are friendly and inspirational. They keep the workout environment fun and exciting but still make you work your ass off! Everyone who trains with them are welcoming and supportive-no pressure to compete with anyone but yourself. The program is sooo much more than just exercising-it’s about becoming better both mentally and physically. Intense but totally worth the effort… Definitely the best program in the area.” Qua R.

“I am the perfect example to ditch that scale! I only lost 1 pound on the scale but in reality, i lost 8lbs of fat and gained 7lbs of muscle. Down 5% body fat. Before pic was in Jan 2012 and after pic was in July 2012. Just wanted to say thank you to all my EPIC coaches and teammates!” Love you guys! -Vanessa Pok”

“First off, I would like to say I don’t work for EPIC, I’m just one of the clients. I started off as a Living Social client on December of 2011 and I am proud to say I’m still here after 9 months. The program is awesome, there’s never a dull workout moment. Their philosophy, the trainers, and the people I train with are what make EPIC different from other gyms. All the trainers are very motivating, not just from words of encouragement, but they practice what they preach by training with the clients themselves from time to time. They help as much as they could to make people feel comfortable. I lost 5% body fat and my endurance has drastically improved. I first came in expecting to lose only a few pounds, but what I got out of the program nine months later was more than I could imagine! and I love their newly opened gym!!! Sophy N.

“What I learned about myself is that I’m more comfortable doing everything myself but I challenged myself to ask for help and support and it was fun and empowering to share a part of my journey with others. What I have learned about the people places and things that surround me each day is that people like to offer support and work as a team but sometimes they need encouragement and a strong leader to help them have the courage to do it. I have learned not to judge someone by how strong, friendly or willing they LOOK but by how strong and willing they are based on their actions. What I learned about my teams strength and weaknesses is that Molly Moll is the “get it done”, go-to person and I hope we can work together on more challenges in the future. Katie Bergam is silent but mighty; conscientious and a great listener. The 28 day challenge helped me to get in the mindset of “just do it” and it helped me feel that feeling of wanting to do good for the sake of my team members. It reminded me of the good aspects of family.” Sheri Zampelli

“I learned that I was in my own way with being fearful and using every excuse to not be physically active. Jaiya asked why I wanted to take his class and I had to think hard about that question. It forced me to be honest. Jaiya and Kim helped me realize I had the ability to be successful all along. Once I made the decision to be good to myself and make a lifestyle change, I started to see results. 73 pounds later and still committed.” Charlene Casey

Jaiya’s a champion and if you want to learn what it takes to be a champion in and out of the gym… look no further. EPIC’s A.R.F.M.C. philosophy is the real deal, it works and it’s life changing. It all starts with his positive style of coaching and infectious attitude. Although we work incredibly hard, He has a knack for making the process fun and achievable for people of all fitness levels. No matter if you’re in the worse shape of your life like I was or if you’re a world class athlete, if you embrace the epic philosophy YOU WILL GET RESULTS. The funny thing is that Jaiya isn’t the only amazing coach at epic, EVERY coach at epic friggin rocks and I’ve been lucky enough to have been coached by them all! In addition to great coaches, epic has had the uncanny ability to attract some of the most awesome clients and I love training right beside those guys and gals. I am looking forward to the next phase of my transformation, but even more so looking forward to enjoying the process. -Gill Friedman

“I realized living a healthy life consists of several things; not just what we superficially see but how we feel, process, and think. This challenge pushed me to relax, take a break, and that it is “ok” to not always be “on the go,” “working,” “thinking about the next steps…” I am learning to let go…to start enjoying the small things, the details in life, and not takes things so seriously… because if I don’t, I might miss out on the possibility of being happy and fulfilled.” Rocio Corona

“This 28 day challenge made me realize I haven’t been living up to my full potential. I settled down into my comfort zone. My exercise routine was either taking long walks by the beach or taking long walks on the treadmill at LA fitness. I may be thin but I wasn’t physically fit. Secretly, I’ve always felt called to participate in a more intense workout regime; to access the warrior from within. I learned to practice what I preach. For instance, I told my 3rd grade client, “It’s okay to go slow in class. Don’t give up.” When I first joined EPIC, I learned, “It’s okay to go slow in class and to not give up (because the workouts felt brutal and I was overwhelmed). I feel I have more strength and energy now to do God’s work for His people, places, and things. I learned my team’s so-called weaknesses were actually blessings in disguise. All of us were able to support and help each other when we were faced with life’s challenges unexpectedly. Finally I feel the 28 day challenge helped to transform me into a little solider of love.”

Katie Bergam

 “During the 28 day challenge I learned that being on a team makes me perform better. I felt like I had people counting on me to show up and give it my all, pick up slack for other teammates when they needed help, to be willing to ask for help when I needed it, and to coordinate and get the job done. Everyone has strengths and sometimes you have to step back and let someone else do the job because they can do it better, and this gives you the opportunity to learn and grow. I am grateful to get to play this game with my brother and a really good friend… they’ve seen me through some rough times this year and I am so excited to get to introduce them to the EPIC philosophy.” Tracy Dolan

“The 28 day challenge gave me the chance to get back into a regular workout routine with motivated and positive people. Something that I truely appreciate as injuries have had me sidelined physically and mentally for some time now. I was able to work out with my sister and a good friend. During which time I was able to see previously unseen strenght and determination in both of them. I also learned my sister can get pretty competative, and you probably shouldn’t let her choose team names. Go team dances with weights. I think my main take aways from the challenge are; the importance of surrounding yourself with positive people and situations, and that when a group works together the strenghts of some will improve the weaknesses of the others elevating everyone together.”

Steve Dolan

 “I learned that recovery is key. I wanted to take advantage of the unlimited classes and overworked my body with working out almost every say and even some double days. I never gave my body time to rest. Even though I enjoyed pushing through the sore muscles, I realized that taking a day or two off and then getting back to it, I was able to perform better physically and mentally. Work out smart! ” Melissa Valenzuela

The bottom line is you are investing in accountability through the holidays.

And lets be real, if you choose not to invest $1.57 a day for the challenge, it will go to fast food, beer, or some other thing that’s not going to help get lean, healthy, and vibrant through the holidays.

I can honestly say, within EPIC, challengers receive significantly better results than those that do not participate .

Since this challenge is based on body fat percentage lost, it forces you to focus on your nutrition and exercise more than you would normally do through the holidays.

In order for you to participate in The 6 Week Challenge, you will need to do the following things:

1. Fill out the submit form below to get on the 6 week challenge list.You will be emailed when the doors open up to submit your $66 payment.

2. Take an initial hydrostatic body fat test with fitness wave by clicking here no later than November 24th. Save time and click here to test at EPIC on November 16th between 4 and 7pm.

3. Find a partner to team up with. You will have a 2 person team and be based on total body fat % lost.

Most people DO NOT want to get leaner and have accountability through the holidays. They’d rather complain after the holidays are over about how much weight they gained.

The $1.57 a day investment for The EPIC Holiday Transformation Challenge cost less than a cup of coffee.

Don’t be one of the people that say “I don’t have time to be healthy” and choose to make time to be unhealthy.

If you want to find a partner on Facebook, simply type in the words “I need a partner to do this with me!” below.

The doors have closed for the next 6 weeks. If you want to stay informed fill in the form at the bottom of this page and we will keep you posted for our next series.

We’ve been at work putting together one of most comprehensive workouts in the area.

You will be able to learn everything you’ve always wanted to know about fighting and mixed martial arts.

Armageddon is also jam packed with unconventional training methods and transformation methods that are hard to find anywhere right now.

We are only inviting 10 people to take part in the Beta Test version of Armageddon: Combat and Chaos.

We also do not want to sacrifice quality due to a shortage on equipment and watchful eyes.

The tasks that will be performed will be technical and need critiquing.

Especially when we are learning the fundamentals of the program. This 6 week class is special because it may never happen again.

You will be taught by Sebastian Lopez (also known as C Bass), a real MMA fighter who has learned and been mentored by Razor Rob McCollough. He’s also been sparring partners with some of the top guys in the business like Rampage and Tito Ortiz.

C Bass has been faithful to the sport of MMA by training and fighting in the arena.

He didn’t just get a certification at a cardio boxing class at a big box gym.

If he isn’t training to fight, he is training others. He’s got it in his blood.

The beginning of Armageddon will be learning fight fundamentals from C Bass such as:

• Jabs
• Crosses
• Hooks
• Uppercuts
• Knees
• Elbows and every kick you can imagine.

The first 10 members to Armageddon will have first dibs on the 10 spots of the next Armageddon class starting after the beta test.

The only way I can get the green light from the higher ups on this class is when the 10 Beta Test spots are filled.

The reason being is that we must purchase fight equipment like heavy bags and Thai pads plus take care of our fight coach in the process.

Bottom line, the class is a risk to start up but that’s been a large part of EPIC’s bloodline.

The great thing about this class is you’ll be surrounded by like minded people.

The combat and chaos world has many kindred spirits.

The participants in the Beta Version of Armageddon will be considered The VIPs and the originators of the Combat Series of EPIC.

If the beta test is successful, and we start a new series, your spot is yours to keep.

Armageddon chooses to maximize your fight experience by partnering it with the unconventional training component: Chaos.

The Chaos component of Armageddon will give you the options to be great and succeed at your individual ability.

If your coming here to look cool while your staring at yourself work out in the mirror, this may not be the place for you.

We are looking for the people that are bored with the same old routine day in and day out.

The thoughts and actions we choose and take in the face of our challenges cause us to be “overweight and unhealthy”.

Armageddon will definitely build new brain wiring and connections that will translate to every part of your day.

From the decisions you make while handling a challenge at work to inspiring you to fuel efficiently for an entire day because you know Combat and chaos is awaiting at the end of the day.

If you’re looking for a soothing and comfy workout where your mind is not challenged, it won’t happen in Armageddon.

You will learn valuable fundamentals that will prepare you for anything that comes your way. We would like to expose everything that will take place in the chaos portion of Armageddon but that would destroy the point. Chaos cannot be predicted.

Armageddon is the perfect marriage of fight training and unconventional training.

Anyone that steps forward to be one of the first 10 would be legendary to the Combat movement within EPIC as this is the seed that will continue to grow.

Truth be told, you will feel unbreakable at the end of your 6 week experience.

It will take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 pm to 7:30.

The entire 6 weeks of the beta version of Armageddon is just $120. That’s 18 hours of instruction for just $6.67 an hour.

Ridiculous…

Just saying…

This class is for men and women. Warriors come in every shape and size.

If you are not a current EPIC member, you will have access to the 50 50 high intensity conditioning class that has been become a people favorite.

Armageddon takes the workout experience to a new level combining seasoned fight instruction with out of the box strength and conditioning.

And take my word for it, the 1.5 hours will zoom by and you will be wanting to learn more. The combat class will not be cardio kickboxing either.

You will use gloves, be expected to wrap your hands (we will teach you), and be asked to strike pads and hold pads. If you are on the fence and decide not to jump on board, know that this class can easily be booked up for the next few months because the veterans will have VIP booking status.

You have my promise. This will be the best EPIC class on your program.

Orientation will be at 6 pm on Thursday November 1st.

Here you will learn about the expectations of the class and what to expect over the course of Armageddons 6 weeks.

EPIC is committed to using imagination to find what the program is missing.

We study the trends, the members, and holes that need to be filled within our program.

Armageddon has a chance to be one of those missing links.

Think about this… 

1. You take 6 weeks out of the rest of your life.

2. You learn a ton about yourself and learn skills that you can practice for the rest of your existence on Earth.

3. If you and the founding Armageddon members want to move forward after the beta phase, then it continues. If it doesn’t, your still a badass…

It’s first come first serve.

Friends from outside of EPIC can participate in the Beta Test of Armageddon.

To reserve your spot, fill in the fields below. You will be emailed the “pay now” link when we have 10 spots reserved.