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Phoenix-based Dr. Vincent “Ben” Bocchicchio, better known as Dr. Ben, has been fixated on fitness since youth. Growing up, he was surrounded by a family whose physical physique played a huge part in their everyday livelihood. His father was a firefighter and his uncle, Felix Bocchicchio, was the trainer and manager of 1940’s and 50’s heavyweight boxing champion Jersey Joe Walcott.

After graduating with his first of two doctorate degrees in 1974, Dr. Ben opened the first Nautilus fitness center, located in the Northeast. Determined to make the most of his investment, Dr. Ben soon realized the Nautilus machines’ maximum potential was best reached at zero gravity—in other words, when worked as slowly as possible. As a trainer, he began performing a seven-part exercise program—leg presses, leg curls, pull-ups, chest flies, decline presses, bicep curls and pull-overs—with his clients and found an overall increase in strength and bone density benefits. This method was quickly coined the SMaRT™ system and today is one of the most efficient techniques to date.

Taught at Qi Biosystems, a private wellness organization in Phoenix, the SMaRT™ program can be done anywhere, if the principals of exercise are followed. “Exercise has two components: aerobic (strength) and anaerobic (endurance),” Dr. Ben says. “With the Metabolic Makeover, we are trying to change people’s metabolism from fat-storing to fat-burning.” This program combines the SMaRT™ system’s seven circuit training exercises with a 30-minute vascular massage. Secured to an Enhanced Counterpulsation System (ECP), rhythmic, noninvasive waves pulsate at the same rate as the heartbeat, stimulating the body’s blood flow. This constant massage helps jumpstart the metabolism and is proven more beneficial than a cardio workout. Done twice a week, this method will change your metabolic makeup.

Smart™ System Candidate: Perfect for structured, independent individuals looking to lose weight using a tried-and-true method, who have two days a week to spare.

To Learn More:
The SMaRT™ System
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602.751.1945, www.qibio.com.