Parkpoint Health Clubs
February, 2010
In This Issue

Manager’s Message
YOU.FIT REWARDS 2010 GOING GREEN!
SHADES OF GLORY RETURNS!
Parkpoint’s Fundraising Success Continues!
PERSONAL TRAINING INTRO SPECIAL
Trainer’s Tip
BEGINNERS PILATES CLINIC
Ballet Coming to Parkpoint
BIKE FIT CLINIC
Join Parkpoint’s Book Club in 2010!
Welcome New Massage Therapist – Elia Hutchins!
Kids Night Out
Member & Staff Superstars



Manager’s Message

Dear Members,
The year 2009 has come to an end, but our staffs’ effort to support your health and well- being continues. I would like to congratulate Brett McLean on being selected as our final Employee of the Quarter for 2009.

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YOU.FIT REWARDS 2010 GOING GREEN!
Our 2010 YOU.FIT. program is going online!

The benefits of the all new YOU.FIT. 2010 include:
· The convenience of tracking your workouts online via our website
· Eligibility in the same great monthly prize drawing
· The potential to win fabulous year-end prizes just by working out
· And all of this without the bother and waste of paper calendars and participation fees!

The Club will track your Club visits online – don’t forget to check in at the front desk and we’ll do the rest! Please make sure we have your current email address and look for more information about the new green YOU.FIT. in the Club.

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SHADES OF GLORY RETURNS!
February 1 – February 28th

Sign up at the front desk for this incredibly popular 4-week fun and motivational workout program and you could win Three Free Personal Training Sessions! Complete the workouts on your individual workout card and you’ll earn points for your assigned team. Each team is led by a fitness staff person who will provide you with fitness tips, encouragement and the motivation it takes to succeed!

Shades of Glory is a great opportunity to meet other members and to explore new classes. Many classes will be filled with first timers, so if it is your first time you won’t be alone. Let the games begin!

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Parkpoint’s Fundraising Success Continues!

Our 3rd Annual Fit’n FUNdraiser was another huge success. The top two charities nominated will receive $1,000 each: Healdsburg Animal Shelter and the Redwood Empire Food Bank. We also collected over 375 lbs of food to donate to the Food Bank as well as 60 coats/jackets that were donated to St. John’s Church. Our “Giving Tree” heart ornaments were another huge success this year also.
Thank you to all for participating!

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PERSONAL TRAINING INTRO SPECIAL
Always wanted to try Personal Training or Pilates Personal Training? Here’s your chance!
If you’ve never done private Personal Training before, you can receive 10% off of your first 4, 8 or 12 session package. Contact the trainer of your choice directly to schedule your session and you’ll receive the savings as a credit on your account
Contact Dahdri if you would like assistance in selecting a trainer or need more information: dahdri@parkpointhealthclub.com or 385-2500.

*This offer may not be combined with any other offers.

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Trainer’s Tip
Dahdri McCormick

When is the best time to eat? Before or after a workout?

The two most important times to eat are when you wake up and after you train. You need fuel in your system to train, and if you don't consume some sort of breakfast, you'll be running out of steam later. "Make sure the majority of your breakfast consists of carbs, with some protein, maybe in the form of egg whites, thrown in for good measure," says Jacqueline R. Berning, Ph.D., R.D., an assistant professor at the University of Colorado in Colorado Springs. "Low-fat yogurt, or milk and cereal, would also fit the bill." It's equally critical to refuel immediately after you train, when your body's cells are most receptive to replenishing the energy they just spent. A premade drink containing both carbs and protein will satisfy immediate postworkout needs in the short run. A more substantial meal, however, consisting of complex carbohydrates and a complete protein (chicken breast contains a better amino-acid profile than egg whites, for example) should be consumed within 90 minutes of a workout. Women typically don't consume enough protein and a good rule of thumb is "have a protein before noon".

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BEGINNERS PILATES CLINIC

Take one of our Pilates clinics to help you achieve your goal of getting toned while increasing strength and flexibility.

  • Intro to Reformer with Nina Joly - Wednesdays 5:30pm-6:30pm and Fridays 12pm-1pm
  • Intro/Beginning Reformer with Sonya McVay – 1:00pm -1:50pm Mondays
  • Intro/Beg Reformer with Sonya McVay - 2:00pm - 2:50pm
  • Beg/Intermediate Reformer with Sonya McVay - 3pm - 3:50 pm

Private (one-on-one) Semi-private or small group reformer training (hour or half hour) with Sonya available Mondays 4-7pm.

Classes with Gianna Davy
  • Intro to Reformer
  • "More for the Core" Reformer
  • Strong arms and legs
  • Reformer for increased flexibility
Class days and times will vary.

Pilates/TRX with Sabrina Mitchell
Wednesdays 6:30pm

Contact Dahdri McCormick (dahdri@parkpointhealthclub.com or 385-2500 x13) for class days/times/fees and availability

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Ballet Coming to Parkpoint

We are pleased to bring you a unique schedule of ballet classes taught by a variety of
trained and talented instructors. Whether you are a beginner, advanced or someone
who has always wanted to try this art form but were afraid to, our class schedule will be
offering something for everyone.
  • Mondays at 1:00pm
  • Tuesdays at 11:00am
  • Wednesdays at 7:00pm
  • Thursdays at 12:00pm

Classes will include beginning ballet as well as advanced/intermediate and pointe classes. We are also excited to bring you fitness ballet classes designed for the “untrained” dancer to get the chance to enjoy the class and get a great workout.

** Fee schedule available at the front desk**
Sign up at the front desk

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BIKE FIT CLINIC
with Jennifer Hampson

Learn how to get fitted properly on the Lemond Revmaster in this one-hour clinic. Proper fitting will insure that your ride is comfortable and efficient while taking one of our
Spinning classes.
  • Wednesday, Feb. 10th at 6:30pm
  • Saturday, Feb. 27th at 10:15am

We will discuss posture and cadence on a very BASIC level with regards to injury prevention and stroke efficiency.

Sign up at the front desk.
Space is limited to 12 participants.
Members: FREE; Nonmembers: $15

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Join Parkpoint’s Book Club in 2010!
Reading, Interesting Discussions, Laughter - We have it all at Parkpoint’s Book Club which has been up and running since August. The book club meets on the last Tuesday evening of each month.

So far the book club has read The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, The Book Thief, Olive Kitteridge, and Wise Blood. Our next meeting will be Tuesday, February 23rd at 6pm. Details of the next book will be posted around the club. If you are interested in becoming a member you can email niamh@parkpointhealthclub.com or just come along to a meeting!

Thanks to all our fellow readers for your support and enthusiasm! We look forward to our next year of meetings!

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Welcome New Massage Therapist – Elia Hutchins!

We currently have a fantastic staff of massage therapists and we are very excited to announce the addition of Elia Hutchins. Elia will add new modalities and expand available appointment options to the current schedule. She is a certified
Massage Therapist, CranioSacral Therapist, a graduate of the Barbara Brennan School of Healing, and is trained in a variety of energy techniques to balance the mind, body and emotions. Certified in 2000, Elia has worked with a diverse clientel
addressing a wide range of problems such as stress or anxiety, lack of energy, and pain from previous injuries. Her training and techniques are focused on detoxification of the body, deep relaxation, endorphin release, as well as releasing emotional energy patterns. Massage is an important component to overall health, so start off the New Year by incorporating massage into your routine.

Elia will be available for appointments on Wednesdays from 3pm – 8pm and Fridays from 9am – 3pm. Schedule your appointment at the front desk!

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Kids Night Out

Ages: 2 - 12 years old
Our Kid’s Night Out being held on February 19th will be robot theme. Make sure your child comes ready with his or her imagination and are programmed to have fun!
Bring your kids for an exciting night filled with food, crafts, and fun!

February 19th, 5pm – 8pm
Cost: Members $20 per child • Guest of Member $30 per child

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Member & Staff Superstars

Brett McLean
You’ve probably seen Brett working (and maybe even singing while he does so) in a variety of areas around the club as he works in the Maintenance, Front Desk and Childcare departments.

He has proven himself to be an outstanding team player and customer service star. He takes initiative to help with all tasks and start special projects and is known for his upbeat and charismatic personality. Brett always looks on the bright side of situations and finds humor in almost anything he does. Congratulations Brett and thank you for your continued hard work at the club!

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