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APRIL 2003

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OXYCHAT!
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April 2, 2003

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

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*A* Put Yourself First!
*B* Progress Report
*C* Q & A
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It's not selfish to put yourself first -- it's SMART!

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*A* Put YOURSELF First!
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(email received April 1, 2003, used by permission)

"Dear whoever is reading this letter,
I love your newsletter. I am a mother of 6. I used to do Oxycise! but we moved, from country to city, changed from home-school to 'real school' and now I am stressed and overwhelmed most days. My sad video sits collecting dust on the TV. I would just love to get inspired again, but the fear of quitting again is so painful. Poor me. signed: Selfish"

Dear "Selfish,"
First of all, your "name" doesn't fit at all! It sounds to me like you are very busy taking care of everybody BUT yourself! Life can definitely be demanding, and women are especially vulnerable to stress because of the many roles we play. We may feel at times like we are trying to balance on a tightrope, teetering precariously between coping and insanity!

How can we give our best to the most important people and priorities in our life when so many other things demand our time and attention? You can't draw water from an empty well.... so you can't keep on giving and giving to others if your "well" is running dry.

I have an email friend whom I really admire. I consider her to be a very wise lady who "has her act together!" She is a mother of 7, grandmother of 16, works full-time, and still manages to devote lots of time to voluntary Church service. She recently shared some great thoughts with me:

Be grateful. Look for opportunities to serve, but make sure your priorities are straight. Stop trying to run harder and faster than you can -- you'll just burn yourself out.

She added,
"Anymore we all work outside the home, we all help a bit in the community... we all have families that all have problems we help with the best we can. So many things are worth 100% of our time. Family, church, work... We can't do it all. And some days we have only 20% of our own strength to give due to stress, ill health, worry, whatever. So what we can do is give 100% of whatever strength we have ...even if it is not a lot...to whatever task we are doing AT THIS MOMENT... We don't have to give it all, we only have to give what we have and God will supply the rest."

Words of wisdom from the wise!

So what does all of this have to do with Oxycise? Oxycise! is a wonderful way to spend time taking care of yourself and your body. A healthy body feels happier and is better able to handle the demands of a busy, hectic life. Your health is (or should be) a "top priority" in your life. But sometimes it gets put on the "back burner." The problem is, if you don't pay attention to your body now -- by exercising, eating healthy and getting the rest you need -- your body will DEMAND attention later, in the form of health problems and costly medical care. So please take care of yourself --and your body-- every day! The fact that you are very busy makes it even MORE essential. Oxycise! will help you strengthen and replenish your reserves. Giving up just a few minutes of your time each day will actually give you MORE energy to do all the things you have to do and want to do -- and help you cope better with life.

Don't let the fear of quitting stop you. There's a Chinese proverb I really like.... "Don't fear slow progress, Only fear standing still." Better to try and quit -- and try again -- than not to try at all. Most of us struggle with being consistent. What really matters is whether we are trying to be a little better each day. Never give up!

So dust off that video and pop it in the VCR! And please write BACK and tell us how you are doing.

Happy Breathing,
Julie
Oxycise! Staff

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*B* Progress Report
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*** MICHAEL ***

"I must say your Oxycise! system is truly amazing. I can't believe you only sell it for $30.00! I started about 6 weeks ago and have already lost 2 inches off my waist. All of my clothes fit better and I have a ton of energy."

Sincerely yours,
Michael D. Chambers C.P.A.
Chicago, Illinois

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We invite YOU to share your Oxycise! experiences and comments. Write to Oxytalk@oxycise.com or julie@oxycise.com

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*C* Q & A
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"I am 69 years old and am in my eighth week of doing the 'Easy Does It' program. The first four weeks I lost 4 pounds and about 8 inches. Since that time, although I have missed only one day since I started the program, I keep losing and gaining a pound and am not showing the loss of inches. I do still need to lose some of those. Can you give me some help? I am 5' 1" and weigh about 134."

Thanks!
Edith Rowsey

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Dear Edith,
This is a good example of what can happen on your scale when you are building muscle and losing excess fat at the same time. Most people over 40 NEED to build extra muscle -- we begin losing about half a pound of muscle per year, starting around age 30! And when you lose muscle your metabolic rate will automatically decrease. So you can actually GAIN excess fat, just eating the same as you always have. (This may be a big reason for "middle age spread.") But if you can add back some muscle mass (by
doing Oxycise! or other strength-training exercises) you will help your body burn extra calories 24 hours a day. And your body will look more shapely, even if your weight doesn't change. Keep in mind that a lean muscular body will weigh more than a fatter body of the same size and shape, because muscle is more dense.

As you watch for Oxycise! results, be aware that it's totally normal for both weight and inch loss to fluctuate up and down from one week to the next.... it's the long-term results that matter.

Jill Johnson has commented that when she lost weight with Oxycise! she was VERY diligent about doing her workouts and yet there were often days and even weeks when she didn't see any change at all on the scale. At other times she would see inch loss, but no change in weight. But as she continued to do Oxycise! consistently, the tape measure and scale would eventually start to show signs of progress again. Jill finally succeeded in losing almost 50 pounds during a six-month period!

Another way to measure your progress that is extremely helpful would be to test and monitor your body fat percentage. Many gyms and health clubs have the necessary equipment to do this. One customer lost 16" in 4 months, but no weight at all! Yet by re-testing her body fat percentage, she found she had lost 6% body fat, even though her weight had not changed.

What you want to see is a slow downward trend over a period of time, even though your day-to-day and week-to-week changes may seem inconsistent.

Slow and steady is the best way to achieve permanent changes!

Keep on Breathin'!
Julie
Oxycise! Staff

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

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Jill Johnson
Oxycise! International, Inc.
8170 S. University #110
Littleton, CO 80122

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

Website: www.oxycise.com

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April 14, 2003

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

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*A* Feel Better With Oxycise!
*B* Progress Reports
*C* Q & A
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Feeling good is a GOOD reason to do Oxycise!

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*A* Feel Better With Oxycise!
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Do you suffer from back pain, muscle spasms, or injuries? Many of our customers have experienced relief from pain since they began doing Oxycise!

Mary Ellen, from Ottawa, Canada had back pain following an injury. She has been doing Oxycise! for the past 4 years and says Oxycise! makes her feel better.

On February 11, 2003, Mary Ellen wrote:

"Hi,
I enjoy Oxycise! very much. If I happen to miss a day of Oxycise! especially in the morning, I don't feel as good as I would if Oxycise! had been done. My energy is good, I'm calmer and think better and faster and it's easy to be pleasant. I've been averaging Oxycise! 6 times a week in the morning in the 4-5 years that I've been practicing. I'm so strong now that I do one tape back-to-back.

"I'm 55 with a back injury and Jill's program is the best exercise program for me. It has helped to strengthen my back. Some of the positions I modify with ease. When I do Oxycise! in the evening and I actually sleep better and wake up feeling good. Oxycise! is good in the morning and evening as well."

Thank you!
Mary Ellen
Ottawa, Ontario
Canada

Mary Ellen added:
"I have much more muscle tone than before. My clothes fit looser, but I weigh about the same. I'm happy with this. What is most important to me is that I feel physically stronger and I have more stamina. I walk with strength and energy and balance - I feel solid. I don't get sick nor tired like others around me. Oxycise! isn't a chore for me, I look forward to each workout because I know how good I'll feel."

So you will not only FEEL good doing Oxycise! -- you'll LOOK good, too!

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For more testimonials about Back Pain see
http://www.oxycise.com/Success/backpain.htm

For testimonials about Oxycise! following Accidents or Injury see
http://www.oxycise.com/Success/injury.htm

For testimonials about recovery after surgery see
http://www.oxycise.com/Success/recovery.htm

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*B* Progress Report
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*** GAYLE***

March 23, 2003

"I've been doing Oxycise! for a month. I've lost about 5 pounds! I would like to lose 20 more. I feel great! I mostly use a wheelchair and can walk a little with two canes. I've been going to Yoga classes for years. I've been doing Oxycise! with different Yoga stretches."

Gayle

On April 12, Gayle wrote: "I've lost 2 inches off my waist and a few more pounds too!"

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*** MARY ***

April 10, 2003
Subject: Thanks for a New, Healthier Life!

"Dear Julie and Jill,
Just a note to THANK YOU once again for Oxycise! I can't tell you how much it has improved the quality of my life. I have lost weight and feel great. I wouldn't miss a day of Oxycise! At first when I started losing weight, I thought my scale was broken. I work hard physically, get a great deal of exercise, eat a healthy diet, but for ten years I could not budge the excess weight. Now the pounds are falling off. I tell everyone about Oxycise!

"Oxycise definitely is the best gift you could give anyone who wants to lose weight, maintain a healthy weight, and strengthen their body to withstand the stresses and strains of everyday living. Many health professionals push deep breathing and exercise, but both can be very boring or tedious by themselves. Jill has created a combination of breathing and exercise that is enjoyable, simple, short and never boring! And I tell all my friends that if you do it everyday, it works a bit of magic for your body. I would never have believed it to be possible!

"Soon I'll be going on a three-week trip. Although I cannot take my Oxycise tapes with me, I will take the list of positions and do them every day. I know that I will be able to hear Jill saying, 'Lift, tuck and tighten....'

"Sincere thanks for improving the quality of life for me, and many, many others!"

Mary Miller
Virginia

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We invite YOU to share your Oxycise! experiences and comments. Write to Oxytalk@oxycise.com or julie@oxycise.com

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*C* Q & A
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QUESTION: When is the best time to weigh and measure?

ANSWER: In her booklet "Chart Your Success," (see http://www.oxycise.com/store/chart.htm ) Jill Johnson describes different ways to measure your Oxycise! progress. She encourages customers to watch for changes in Body Mass Index, Waist to Hip Ratio, resting heart rate, body fat percentage, and cholesterol levels. In addition, Jill tells how to chart your success by measuring your weight and inch loss. Those who use Jill's charts will see that weight is recorded every day, and measurements are recorded once a week.

Regarding the daily weigh-in, Jill advises:
"Weigh yourself at the same time of day without clothing or shoes. Your Daily Records and Pounds Away Chart will also help you track lost weight."

As you weigh yourself each day, you will probably notice that your weight fluctuates up and down by a few pounds from day to day. But as you become accustomed to your own normal weight range, you will also become aware of changes as your weight gradually drops over time. (Remember that gradual changes are more likely to be permanent ones!)

On page 14, Jill gives lots of tips for your weekly measuring. Included there is the following:
"Take your measurements at the same time of day -- in the morning or after you Oxycise!" Jill adds, "Remember that your body size will have fluctuations as you generally move in a downward direction."

As Jill says, "Keep the score, know the score, and the score will improve!"

Julie
Oxycise! Staff

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

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Jill Johnson
Oxycise! International, Inc.
8170 S. University #110
Littleton, CO 80122

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

Website: www.oxycise.com

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April 22, 2003

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

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*A* Oxycise! Stands the Test of Time!
*B* Progress Reports
*C* Q & A
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"Since I have been Oxycising (a couple of weeks now) I feel much more alive. I sleep better with less hours of sleep, feel better in the day and my sports performance has improved. I feel sad when I look at people who want a quick fix for fat loss. I think this program is the best thing to come along in a long time..." F.P.

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*A* Oxycise! Stands the Test of Time!
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In our modern society, we are accustomed to doing things quickly. Fast food, jet planes, copy machines, microwaves, FAX machines, instant messaging, instant everything! It's human nature to want things now, and we have become accustomed to GETTING many things right now!

But weight loss is a whole different story; Our bodies work according to natural law and Mother Nature doesn't work the same way as a light switch. It's vital to accept the fact that permanent weight loss takes TIME. Weight loss schemes that promise overnight results and losing LOTS of pounds fast, will probably just result in loss of muscle mass now, with greater FAT gains later. Quick fixes and unhealthy "diets" just don't work for the long haul!

Successful weight loss is the result of making healthy choices, consistent daily efforts, and gradual changes over time. And Oxycise! is one of the best ways to make it happen. No program will work unless you DO it -- and Oxycise! is no exception. But the good news is that you can get an effective aerobic workout in about 15 minutes. Combine that with healthy eating most of the time (we know nobody's perfect!) and keep doing it consistently -- this is your ticket to success!

Here's a four-year update we just received from one of our customers:

April 15, 2003
Subject: OXY success

"Good morning,
This weekend while cleaning out a closet, I found the records I kept when I started Oxycise! in 1999. WOW, was I pleased with myself when I looked over those numbers. I have lost 25 pounds and 23 inches in four years! I have maintained the same weight for over a year doing the Oxycise! routine three times a week and several breathing reps a day, often in the car.

"I began to wonder what size I would be if I hadn't discovered Oxycise??? Not a pleasant thought! This is the one thing that has worked for me. Thanks again for the program and support through the wonderful newsletter and helpful telephone representatives.

"Wishing everyone a happy and healthy spring!"

Jean from Massachusetts

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Want to lose weight? Need to tone up your muscles? Want more energy? Regardless of your age or fitness level, Oxycise! offers a REAL solution!

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Think you're too old to get your body in shape? Think again!

*** ROGER and BEA ***

April 14, 2003
Subject: One month anniversary!

"Dear Friends,
Since my husband and I have been doing Oxycise! for one month now, I'd thought I'd give you an update on our progress. Both of us have much more energy and stamina. Roger cannot do much more than the basic breaths, because of the osteoporosis which affects his spine, but he keeps up with the breathing as he sees it on the tape, and hasn't missed a day. His pants fit a little looser.

"I notice that my clothes fit more loosely, though I haven't lost more than a pound. I am 5'6" tall and weigh 126, which is normal for me. There is a big difference in my vital capacity, and I can easily walk very fast again with no strain. My body is getting toned, and I have lost inches off my thighs and my legs, and my body looks much better even after a month . The program has delivered everything we have expected, and we'll do it for the rest of our lives. I especially appreciate that I am much more limber.

"It's clear to us that seniors can gain great benefit from Oxycise! I'm 70, and Roger is 82. This is a real answer to prayer."

God bless you,
Roger and Bea

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*** JOHN ***

Date: Fri, 18 Apr 2003
Subject: Breathing

"Hey Julie
I am a seventy year old male, and would like to express my thanks for the Oxycise! program.

"I am now working on Level Three of the 'Easy Does It' part of the program. I have been 'breathing' since December of '02, and have lost thirty pounds, and many, many inches.

"Not only have I lost many inches and pounds, I feel much better, and my blood pressure has dropped from several points high, to almost normal.

"Every one at my church has asked me about the weight loss program. I have recommended your program highly. You should be receiving several request and orders from zip code 37122 very soon."

"I will be watching for the newsletter every week."

Another happy breather,
John Whited
Mt. Juliet, TN

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We invite YOU to share your Oxycise! experiences and comments. Write to Oxytalk@oxycise.com or julie@oxycise.com

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Dear Jill,
I learned last night that in three weeks there will be a dinner form my husband's company. At this dinner they will announce to everyone my husband's promotion. I know you know my problem. What can I do to max out the loss of inches and pounds? I love your program, and I know it is working. Got any ideas to help me to get the best results?

Thanks,
Gail

Dear Gail,
If you're up for it -- go ahead and Oxycise! 2 or 3 times a day. Most of us won't keep up that regimen for long, however, if you have a deadline there's nothing wrong with working extra hard for a few weeks.

Always do it with lots of power and gusto. Oxygen is the key -- so really keep it pumping in and out. Do lots of "extras" during the day.

Good luck and keep on breathin'
Jill

PS: Congrats to your husband!

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

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Jill Johnson
Oxycise! International, Inc.
8170 S. University #110
Littleton, CO 80122

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

Website: www.oxycise.com

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