In This Issue
MANAGER'S MESSAGE
TOP STORY CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS GROUP EXERCISE
WEIGHT WATCHERS
MEMBER & STAFF SUPERSTARS
CALENDAR
Manager’s Message
Dear Members,
Fall is just around the corner, but it’s not too late to enjoy the last 'dog days' of summer here in our beautiful Sonoma Valley.
Don’t forget, the Member Party is just a few weeks away. If you haven't signed up, it's not too late to join us at Jacuzzi Winery for an amazing meal, wine, hors d'oeuvres, dancing to the live band, 'Time Bandits' and enjoying the fresh sweet night time summer stars and breeze with your Parkpoint friends. And don’t forget the party this year is open to your personal guests too!
What else is there to do during these lazy, late summer days? It's a perfect time to catch the last of all the wonderful fresh fruit and vegetables at our local Farmer's Markets. The Tuesday night Market (located in the Sonoma Plaza) will run through the last Tuesday in October, but the Friday morning market is run year-round from 9:00am until noon at the Depot Park.
There are also two new Saturday Sonoma Farmer's Markets to supplement our fresh, healthy eating habits. In addition to the Farmer's Market held on Saturday mornings from 9:00am to 1:00pm at the Sonoma Community Center on East Napa, Sonoma now has a second Saturday Harvest Market at Sonoma Garden Park on 7th Street East. This market is open Saturdays from 8:00am to Noon. Enjoy the Fall Harvest!
Time is wasting as the days get shorter, so why not check out the free walking program offered by Sonoma County, at www.iwalksonoma.org. iWALK is a program to promote walking throughout the county. It is for everyone who lives or works in Sonoma County. The program offers starter kits for individual walkers, walking groups, worksite walking programs and more. iWALK is free and easy to do – just put on a comfortable pair of walking shoes and start walking!
Also associated with iWALK, is iGROW, which is all about growing, eating, and sharing healthy food. This website will help you find:
Enjoy these last few lingering summer days and I hope to see you at one of our great Farmer's Market. And don’t forget, to join us and celebrate our 21st Birthday Party!
Saluta,
Ellie
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TOP STORY
Parkpoint Sonoma’s 21st Birthday Party!
Come one, come all. It's not too late. Parkpoint is turning 21 years old. Come join us and celebrate! Great food, wine, music all in a beatiful Tuscan setting at Jacuzzi Winery!
Saturday, September 18th
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Get your tickets at the Front Desk! Ticket prices: Member price: $60, Non-member Price: $80
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CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS
Great Pumpkin Contest
That's right, it's official, Fall is here and Halloween is right around the corner. And the Great Pumpkin Contest is happening again! Make the winning guess and win the prize! All entries must be submitted by Wednesday, October 27th.
Members - pumpkin will not be quite the same size as this picture!
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GROUP EXERCISE
Yoga Monday Mix
Instructor Line Up
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Intro To Hatha Yoga With Barbra Brady
Want to learn yoga from the beginning?
In this 4-week series you will develop a fundamental understanding of classical Hatha Yoga. It will be a focused (and fun!) learning experience, whether you are a beginner or just want to deepen your practice.
Students will learn a sequence of yoga postures (asana), breathing exercises (pranayama), and short meditations all set into a classical sequencing based on ancient yogic wisdom.
This careful progression of classes will provide a safe and empowering foundation and sense of comfort and confidence to carry into regular yoga classes.
Four FRIDAY evenings:
October 1, 8, 15, 22 @ 6pm
Members: Series $15 or $5 drop-in
Non-Members: Series $20 or $8 drop-in
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Killer Cardio!! (A.K.A. Spin Dr.)
Get Your Cardio With This Quick & Proven Method!
This is a proven method that will burn and condition your body in half the time!
The magic is in the “intervals”:
You always work within “your own” level of intensity…so it is perfect for all fitness levels…however, what is cool is that you will get increased endurance quickly.
Try it just once… you will be amazed!
Cycle Room
Tuesdays @ Noon
$2.50 per class or $12.50 for month pass - Member
$5.00 per class or $15.00 month - Non-member
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New Class! Psychedelic Stretch!!!
Body Sculpt, Yoga, Stretch
With Sue Albano
Tuesdays @ 6am
On going
Includes: Body Sculpt, Yoga, Stretch, Tone & Definition and Lengthen
This class will give your body what it needs and much more!
(This class replaces Circuit/Cycle class @ 5:45am)
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The Newly Designed And Improved Mint Condition!
With Kim
Mondays @ 9:15am
A Strength Training Class!
This workout involves exercises that work multiple muscle groups at the same time for a challenging, effective workout. Combining exercises and focusing on the large muscles of the body can save time while helping you increases strength, balance,
bone density and core stability.
This class uses a “compounding” element so you will be using the upper and lower body simultaneously. “Compound” strength training also raises your heart rate for amazing cardiovascular benefits.
No experience necessary since modifications are always demonstrated.
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Special Zumba Party with Lauren! Two Parties!!
Party 1
Monday, September 6th, Labor Day
12:00-1:15PM
Members: $8
Non-members: $12
Party 2
Saturday, October 16
11:00AM-12:15PM
Members: $8
Non-members: $12
Open to the Public
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FITNESS NEWS
Fall Frolic- Dancing With Our Stars
On Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010 the Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation will hold its first Annual Fall Frolic-Dancing With Our Stars fundraiser with proceeds going to the support of women's health at Sonoma Valley Hospital. This spectacular evening will include dance performances by local celebrities, including our club members John and Phyllis Gurney, Dr. Brian Sebastian, Sonoma's Mayor Steve Barbose, just to name a few. As well as local celebrity judges and announcers, a no-host bar, buffet style dinner and silent auction. For more information please contact Mary Caletges at Sonoma Valley Hospital 707-935-5070.
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TRAINER’S TIP
Hydrate To Stay On Top Of Your Game
Barbara Bailey, Personal Trainer
Enjoy the harvest season, eat, drink and be merry! As you venture into the fall to enjoy more temperate outdoor activities, be sure to remain hydrated. Plan each workout and any exercise with fuel and water for the body. Sports drinks provide electrolytes and water to replace salt and balance sodium and potassium. Muscle cramps, feeling light-headed, lack of focus, or headache, are all initial signs of dehydration. Before you exercise, even the day before, be sure to consume more fluids with a composition of water, carbohydrates and sodium.
Did you know cool water is absorbed the fastest? The National Athletic Trainer’s Association recommends drinking 17 to 20 ounces of fluid 2 to 3 hours ahead of a work out and then 7-10 ounces 10 to 20 minutes prior to exercise. Depending on your body weight and perspiration, continue with 6-10 ounces fluids every 15 to 20 minutes. Cheers!
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PERSONAL & PILATES TRAINING
MEET OUR PILATES STAFF!
Enrica, Jennifer, Jennie, Kim
(note: Flo not present)
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Pilates Reformer News!
Team Fit - Beginner's Pilates Series
With Jennifer Blackwood
Includes Reformer and Mat Work, in Studio B
4-Week Series, Sept. 23 - Oct. 14
Thursdays 9:45AM
***
Sign Up at the Front Desk
$88 members $112 non-members
Must Purchase Series in Advance
No Drop-Ins, Limited to 6 Students
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Team Fit - Advanced Reformer Class Series
With Jennie Gilman
Includes Level 2/3 Reformer Work
4-Week Series, Sept. 20th - Oct. 11th
Mondays - Evenings @ 6:00PM
***
Sign Up at the Front Desk
$88 members $112 non-members
Must Purchase Series in Advance
No Drop-Ins, Limited to 9 Students
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POOL NEWS
Congratulations Swimmers!!!
On August 1st Kaeti Bailie and Tim Carroll participated in a 5-mile swim in La Jolla Cove where Kaeti came in first in her age group and Tim came in second in his. Great work, Kaeti & Tim!!
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Swim Lesson Wrap-Up
As summer draws to a close, we at Parkpoint have to wrap up our summer swim lessons for children. Our swim instructors: Samantha, Angela, Danny and Laurie would like to bid everyone a fond adieu and look forward to seeing everyone next summer. They report that there was much fun and learning that was accomplished over the course of the three swim sessions. The jellyfish group which included parents and tots developed a feel for the water through group play, while the clownfish group and the shark group practiced swimming skills both in and out of the water. First by learning coordination of limbs through doing the swim march around the pool on the deck and then by practicing floating, gliding, kicking, arm strokes and breathing all the children progressed in their swimming abilities and learned how much fun swimming can be.
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WINTER POOL SCHEDULE
The winter pool schedule will be in effect September 7. Below are the new times/days for family swim, masters swim, swim clinics and water aerobics.
Family Swim Fall/Winter Schedule
Saturday and Sunday: 2pm – 4pm
Free for Member's Kids
Master Swim Fall/Winter Schedule
Wednesdays: 11AM
Thursdays: 6PM
Swim Clinic Fall/Winter Schedule
1st and 3rd Wednesdays: Noon
Water Aerobics Fall/Winter Class Schedule
Evening Aqua @ 6pm ends (final classes): October 11, 12, 13th
Morning Aqua Classes
Mondays: 9:30AM with Enrica
Wednesdays: 9:30AM with Enrica
Fridays: 9:30AM alternates with Enrica & Charleen
Saturdays: 9:30AM with Charleen
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YOU. FIT. NEWS
You.Fit
Heidi Cullen was the June winner of the San Francisco Bay Cruise drawing. July's prize of $100 cash was given to Marko Pecak. Next up is a $100 gift certificate to a local restaurant for August and 1½ hour massage in September. All you need are eight visits in a month (that's only twice a week!) to qualify for fantastic prizes. You can fill in a form at the Front Desk or go online at www.parkpointhealthclub.com, and look for the You.Fit link.
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WEIGHT WATCHERS
Stop trying to heal a bad situation with food and learn some coping tactics from Weight Watchers!
Would you ever use a cookie to bandage a cut or scrape? Of course not. The idea of trying to heal a physical wound with food makes no sense! Now ask yourself: Have you ever used food to try to heal an emotional cut or scrape?
The answer is probably yes. Many people try to "heal" an uncomfortable situation or emotion (e.g., stress, sadness, anxiety, boredom) with food. But just like slapping a cookie on a scrape isn't going to heal the wound, eating that cookie isn't going to "heal" boredom, sadness, or stress. True, a cookie may initially fill a void; but in the long run, eating a cookie to make yourself happy is just as ridiculous as using chocolate chips for bandages!
Get positive
Behind every behavior – even negative ones – is a positive intention. When you use food as a bandage for an emotional wound, you're seeking out a positive feeling. That feeling might be comfort, relaxation, happiness or entertainment. But whatever it is, you're eating in the hopes of achieving a positive state of mind.
Think about the negative feelings that have caused you to use food as a bandage in the past. What positive feelings were you hoping to achieve by eating? Now try to imagine reframing these positive emotions with positive activities, rather than framing them with food.
For example, what could make you feel less stressed, happier, more relaxed? Maybe you could frame these emotions with a call to a friend, a long walk, a good book, or a hot bath - or by making an appointment with a Parkpoint Personal Trainer? How many non-calorie activities can you come up with to help you heal an uncomfortable emotion? Be creative! After all, a cookie lasts as long as it takes to chew it, but your objective in achieving a healthy lifestyle is to make it last a lifetime.
Weight Watchers is now in our 20th series at Parkpoint Club. Come join us any time! This series ends at the end of the year - perfect time for those holiday temptations!
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MEMBER & STAFF SUPERSTARS
Jim Sparks – Sparky’s Conversational Antiques
Member since 7/20/2007
Jim Sparks has always enjoyed antiques and learning the stories behind them. “Most antique dealers start out as collectors then they run out of room and become antique dealers,” Jim shared. He started with a collection of small figural goats and throughout the past 50 years has since grown into a “herd” of over 500 goats! Jim enlightens us with this thought: “I believe whatever you decide to collect should bring happiness into your life. I have always enjoyed the search for just one more different goat.”
Jim’s business is Sparky’s Conversational Antiques. A woman who once entered his shop asked, “What is a ‘conversational’ antique?” Jim replied, “it is something so nice you want to share it with all of your friends, but it's not so valuable that you are afraid to.”
Jim stays fit through regular workouts that keep him strong and injury-free. “Parkpoint’s friendly, caring and helpful trainers make it such a pleasure to exercise. Ed gives so much of himself and is very encouraging. He has created an exercise program for my troublesome knee that has greatly improved its condition. Other trainers are quick to correct my form and give me tips to improve my workouts. The maintenance staff does an excellent job at keeping the club clean.”
So what’s next with the figural goat collection? Real goats! Hilda, Hyde and Honey are now part of Jim’s collection. He encourages you to bring your kids to meet his kids. Jim can be reached at 707-477-6603.
New Staff – Fabian Flores, Personal Trainer
Fabian Flores is an experienced and certified trainer with a passion for working with goal-oriented clients. Originally from Arizona, Fabian is excited to continue his professional health and fitness career here at the Parkpoint Health Club in Sonoma. With a background of college and semi professional football, Fabian has trained and developed himself into a healthy and progressive athlete. While away from the gym he has returned to his childhood passion of skate boarding. Fabian is excited to be part of the Parkpoint team and he is excited to meet all of our members and help them progress with their fitness and wellness goals.
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CALENDAR
September 6 – Labor Day
September 15 – Body Rolling 10:15AM
September 18 – Member Party 6-10PM Jacuzzi Winery
September 20 – Adv. Reformer Series 6pm
September 23 – Beg. Reformer Series 9:45am
September 26 – Free Guest Day
September 27 – Adv. Reformer Series 6pm
September 30 – Beg. Reformer Series 9:45am
October 1 – Hatha Yoga 6pm
October 4 – Adv. Reformer Series 6pm
October 7 – Beg. Reformer Series 9:45am
October 8 – Hatha Yoga 6pm
October 11 – Adv. Reformer Series 6pm
October 14 – Beg. Reformer Series 9:45am
October 15 – Hatha Yoga 6pm
October 18 – Adv. Reformer Series 6pm
October 22 – Hatha Yoga 6pm
October 31 – Free Guest Day
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MANAGER'S MESSAGE
TOP STORY CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS GROUP EXERCISE
- Yoga Monday Mix
- Intro To Hatha Yoga With Barbra Brady
- Killer Cardio!! (A.K.A. Spin Dr.)
- New Class! Psychedelic Stretch!!!
- The Newly Designed And Improved Mint Condition!
- Special Zumba Party with Lauren! Two Parties!!
WEIGHT WATCHERS
MEMBER & STAFF SUPERSTARS
CALENDAR
Manager’s Message
Dear Members,
Fall is just around the corner, but it’s not too late to enjoy the last 'dog days' of summer here in our beautiful Sonoma Valley.
Don’t forget, the Member Party is just a few weeks away. If you haven't signed up, it's not too late to join us at Jacuzzi Winery for an amazing meal, wine, hors d'oeuvres, dancing to the live band, 'Time Bandits' and enjoying the fresh sweet night time summer stars and breeze with your Parkpoint friends. And don’t forget the party this year is open to your personal guests too!
What else is there to do during these lazy, late summer days? It's a perfect time to catch the last of all the wonderful fresh fruit and vegetables at our local Farmer's Markets. The Tuesday night Market (located in the Sonoma Plaza) will run through the last Tuesday in October, but the Friday morning market is run year-round from 9:00am until noon at the Depot Park.
There are also two new Saturday Sonoma Farmer's Markets to supplement our fresh, healthy eating habits. In addition to the Farmer's Market held on Saturday mornings from 9:00am to 1:00pm at the Sonoma Community Center on East Napa, Sonoma now has a second Saturday Harvest Market at Sonoma Garden Park on 7th Street East. This market is open Saturdays from 8:00am to Noon. Enjoy the Fall Harvest!
Time is wasting as the days get shorter, so why not check out the free walking program offered by Sonoma County, at www.iwalksonoma.org. iWALK is a program to promote walking throughout the county. It is for everyone who lives or works in Sonoma County. The program offers starter kits for individual walkers, walking groups, worksite walking programs and more. iWALK is free and easy to do – just put on a comfortable pair of walking shoes and start walking!
Also associated with iWALK, is iGROW, which is all about growing, eating, and sharing healthy food. This website will help you find:
- how to start your own food garden – anywhere
- tips for growing food all year in Sonoma County
- how to find a community garden near you
- a calendar of classes and events for growing and sharing food
- how to find resources and support for food growing
- how to find local sources of healthy food
Enjoy these last few lingering summer days and I hope to see you at one of our great Farmer's Market. And don’t forget, to join us and celebrate our 21st Birthday Party!
Saluta,
Ellie
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TOP STORY
Parkpoint Sonoma’s 21st Birthday Party!
Come one, come all. It's not too late. Parkpoint is turning 21 years old. Come join us and celebrate! Great food, wine, music all in a beatiful Tuscan setting at Jacuzzi Winery!
Saturday, September 18th
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Get your tickets at the Front Desk! Ticket prices: Member price: $60, Non-member Price: $80
- Music, Dancing, Wine, Gourmet Dinner with a Beautiful Setting to Enjoy a Sonoma Evening Under the Stars
- Rock Out with The Time Bandits
- Catered by Trends, One of Sonoma County’s Best! Click here for a look at the menu!
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CLUB SPECIAL EVENTS
Great Pumpkin Contest
That's right, it's official, Fall is here and Halloween is right around the corner. And the Great Pumpkin Contest is happening again! Make the winning guess and win the prize! All entries must be submitted by Wednesday, October 27th.
Members - pumpkin will not be quite the same size as this picture!
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GROUP EXERCISE
Yoga Monday Mix
Instructor Line Up
| Sept. 6 | Lynn |
| Sept. 13 | Lisa |
| Sept. 20 | Melanie |
| Sept. 27 | Barbra |
| Oct. 4 | Lynn |
| Oct. 11 | Nicole |
| Oct. 18 | Lisa |
| Oct. 25 | Melanie |
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Intro To Hatha Yoga With Barbra Brady
Want to learn yoga from the beginning?
In this 4-week series you will develop a fundamental understanding of classical Hatha Yoga. It will be a focused (and fun!) learning experience, whether you are a beginner or just want to deepen your practice.
Students will learn a sequence of yoga postures (asana), breathing exercises (pranayama), and short meditations all set into a classical sequencing based on ancient yogic wisdom.
This careful progression of classes will provide a safe and empowering foundation and sense of comfort and confidence to carry into regular yoga classes.
Four FRIDAY evenings:
October 1, 8, 15, 22 @ 6pm
Members: Series $15 or $5 drop-in
Non-Members: Series $20 or $8 drop-in
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Killer Cardio!! (A.K.A. Spin Dr.)
Get Your Cardio With This Quick & Proven Method!
This is a proven method that will burn and condition your body in half the time!
The magic is in the “intervals”:
- 30 seconds of intense work
- 60 seconds active recovery with 12 Intervals
You always work within “your own” level of intensity…so it is perfect for all fitness levels…however, what is cool is that you will get increased endurance quickly.
Try it just once… you will be amazed!
Cycle Room
Tuesdays @ Noon
$2.50 per class or $12.50 for month pass - Member
$5.00 per class or $15.00 month - Non-member
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New Class! Psychedelic Stretch!!!
Body Sculpt, Yoga, Stretch
With Sue Albano
Tuesdays @ 6am
On going
Includes: Body Sculpt, Yoga, Stretch, Tone & Definition and Lengthen
This class will give your body what it needs and much more!
(This class replaces Circuit/Cycle class @ 5:45am)
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The Newly Designed And Improved Mint Condition!
With Kim
Mondays @ 9:15am
A Strength Training Class!
This workout involves exercises that work multiple muscle groups at the same time for a challenging, effective workout. Combining exercises and focusing on the large muscles of the body can save time while helping you increases strength, balance,
bone density and core stability.
This class uses a “compounding” element so you will be using the upper and lower body simultaneously. “Compound” strength training also raises your heart rate for amazing cardiovascular benefits.
No experience necessary since modifications are always demonstrated.
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Special Zumba Party with Lauren! Two Parties!!
Party 1
Monday, September 6th, Labor Day
12:00-1:15PM
Members: $8
Non-members: $12
Party 2
Saturday, October 16
11:00AM-12:15PM
Members: $8
Non-members: $12
Open to the Public
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FITNESS NEWS
Fall Frolic- Dancing With Our Stars
On Sunday, Oct. 10, 2010 the Sonoma Valley Hospital Foundation will hold its first Annual Fall Frolic-Dancing With Our Stars fundraiser with proceeds going to the support of women's health at Sonoma Valley Hospital. This spectacular evening will include dance performances by local celebrities, including our club members John and Phyllis Gurney, Dr. Brian Sebastian, Sonoma's Mayor Steve Barbose, just to name a few. As well as local celebrity judges and announcers, a no-host bar, buffet style dinner and silent auction. For more information please contact Mary Caletges at Sonoma Valley Hospital 707-935-5070.
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TRAINER’S TIP
Hydrate To Stay On Top Of Your Game
Barbara Bailey, Personal Trainer
Enjoy the harvest season, eat, drink and be merry! As you venture into the fall to enjoy more temperate outdoor activities, be sure to remain hydrated. Plan each workout and any exercise with fuel and water for the body. Sports drinks provide electrolytes and water to replace salt and balance sodium and potassium. Muscle cramps, feeling light-headed, lack of focus, or headache, are all initial signs of dehydration. Before you exercise, even the day before, be sure to consume more fluids with a composition of water, carbohydrates and sodium.
Did you know cool water is absorbed the fastest? The National Athletic Trainer’s Association recommends drinking 17 to 20 ounces of fluid 2 to 3 hours ahead of a work out and then 7-10 ounces 10 to 20 minutes prior to exercise. Depending on your body weight and perspiration, continue with 6-10 ounces fluids every 15 to 20 minutes. Cheers!
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PERSONAL & PILATES TRAINING
MEET OUR PILATES STAFF!
Enrica, Jennifer, Jennie, Kim
(note: Flo not present)
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Pilates Reformer News!
Team Fit - Beginner's Pilates Series
With Jennifer Blackwood
Includes Reformer and Mat Work, in Studio B
4-Week Series, Sept. 23 - Oct. 14
Thursdays 9:45AM
***
Sign Up at the Front Desk
$88 members $112 non-members
Must Purchase Series in Advance
No Drop-Ins, Limited to 6 Students
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Team Fit - Advanced Reformer Class Series
With Jennie Gilman
Includes Level 2/3 Reformer Work
4-Week Series, Sept. 20th - Oct. 11th
Mondays - Evenings @ 6:00PM
***
Sign Up at the Front Desk
$88 members $112 non-members
Must Purchase Series in Advance
No Drop-Ins, Limited to 9 Students
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POOL NEWS
Congratulations Swimmers!!!
On August 1st Kaeti Bailie and Tim Carroll participated in a 5-mile swim in La Jolla Cove where Kaeti came in first in her age group and Tim came in second in his. Great work, Kaeti & Tim!!
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Swim Lesson Wrap-Up
As summer draws to a close, we at Parkpoint have to wrap up our summer swim lessons for children. Our swim instructors: Samantha, Angela, Danny and Laurie would like to bid everyone a fond adieu and look forward to seeing everyone next summer. They report that there was much fun and learning that was accomplished over the course of the three swim sessions. The jellyfish group which included parents and tots developed a feel for the water through group play, while the clownfish group and the shark group practiced swimming skills both in and out of the water. First by learning coordination of limbs through doing the swim march around the pool on the deck and then by practicing floating, gliding, kicking, arm strokes and breathing all the children progressed in their swimming abilities and learned how much fun swimming can be.
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WINTER POOL SCHEDULE
The winter pool schedule will be in effect September 7. Below are the new times/days for family swim, masters swim, swim clinics and water aerobics.
Family Swim Fall/Winter Schedule
Saturday and Sunday: 2pm – 4pm
Free for Member's Kids
Master Swim Fall/Winter Schedule
Wednesdays: 11AM
Thursdays: 6PM
Swim Clinic Fall/Winter Schedule
1st and 3rd Wednesdays: Noon
Water Aerobics Fall/Winter Class Schedule
Evening Aqua @ 6pm ends (final classes): October 11, 12, 13th
Morning Aqua Classes
Mondays: 9:30AM with Enrica
Wednesdays: 9:30AM with Enrica
Fridays: 9:30AM alternates with Enrica & Charleen
Saturdays: 9:30AM with Charleen
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YOU. FIT. NEWS
You.Fit
Heidi Cullen was the June winner of the San Francisco Bay Cruise drawing. July's prize of $100 cash was given to Marko Pecak. Next up is a $100 gift certificate to a local restaurant for August and 1½ hour massage in September. All you need are eight visits in a month (that's only twice a week!) to qualify for fantastic prizes. You can fill in a form at the Front Desk or go online at www.parkpointhealthclub.com, and look for the You.Fit link.
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WEIGHT WATCHERS
Stop trying to heal a bad situation with food and learn some coping tactics from Weight Watchers!
Would you ever use a cookie to bandage a cut or scrape? Of course not. The idea of trying to heal a physical wound with food makes no sense! Now ask yourself: Have you ever used food to try to heal an emotional cut or scrape?
The answer is probably yes. Many people try to "heal" an uncomfortable situation or emotion (e.g., stress, sadness, anxiety, boredom) with food. But just like slapping a cookie on a scrape isn't going to heal the wound, eating that cookie isn't going to "heal" boredom, sadness, or stress. True, a cookie may initially fill a void; but in the long run, eating a cookie to make yourself happy is just as ridiculous as using chocolate chips for bandages!
Get positive
Behind every behavior – even negative ones – is a positive intention. When you use food as a bandage for an emotional wound, you're seeking out a positive feeling. That feeling might be comfort, relaxation, happiness or entertainment. But whatever it is, you're eating in the hopes of achieving a positive state of mind.
Think about the negative feelings that have caused you to use food as a bandage in the past. What positive feelings were you hoping to achieve by eating? Now try to imagine reframing these positive emotions with positive activities, rather than framing them with food.
For example, what could make you feel less stressed, happier, more relaxed? Maybe you could frame these emotions with a call to a friend, a long walk, a good book, or a hot bath - or by making an appointment with a Parkpoint Personal Trainer? How many non-calorie activities can you come up with to help you heal an uncomfortable emotion? Be creative! After all, a cookie lasts as long as it takes to chew it, but your objective in achieving a healthy lifestyle is to make it last a lifetime.
Weight Watchers is now in our 20th series at Parkpoint Club. Come join us any time! This series ends at the end of the year - perfect time for those holiday temptations!
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MEMBER & STAFF SUPERSTARS
Jim Sparks – Sparky’s Conversational Antiques
Member since 7/20/2007
Jim Sparks has always enjoyed antiques and learning the stories behind them. “Most antique dealers start out as collectors then they run out of room and become antique dealers,” Jim shared. He started with a collection of small figural goats and throughout the past 50 years has since grown into a “herd” of over 500 goats! Jim enlightens us with this thought: “I believe whatever you decide to collect should bring happiness into your life. I have always enjoyed the search for just one more different goat.”
Jim’s business is Sparky’s Conversational Antiques. A woman who once entered his shop asked, “What is a ‘conversational’ antique?” Jim replied, “it is something so nice you want to share it with all of your friends, but it's not so valuable that you are afraid to.”
Jim stays fit through regular workouts that keep him strong and injury-free. “Parkpoint’s friendly, caring and helpful trainers make it such a pleasure to exercise. Ed gives so much of himself and is very encouraging. He has created an exercise program for my troublesome knee that has greatly improved its condition. Other trainers are quick to correct my form and give me tips to improve my workouts. The maintenance staff does an excellent job at keeping the club clean.”
So what’s next with the figural goat collection? Real goats! Hilda, Hyde and Honey are now part of Jim’s collection. He encourages you to bring your kids to meet his kids. Jim can be reached at 707-477-6603.
New Staff – Fabian Flores, Personal Trainer
Fabian Flores is an experienced and certified trainer with a passion for working with goal-oriented clients. Originally from Arizona, Fabian is excited to continue his professional health and fitness career here at the Parkpoint Health Club in Sonoma. With a background of college and semi professional football, Fabian has trained and developed himself into a healthy and progressive athlete. While away from the gym he has returned to his childhood passion of skate boarding. Fabian is excited to be part of the Parkpoint team and he is excited to meet all of our members and help them progress with their fitness and wellness goals.
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CALENDAR
September 6 – Labor Day
September 15 – Body Rolling 10:15AM
September 18 – Member Party 6-10PM Jacuzzi Winery
September 20 – Adv. Reformer Series 6pm
September 23 – Beg. Reformer Series 9:45am
September 26 – Free Guest Day
September 27 – Adv. Reformer Series 6pm
September 30 – Beg. Reformer Series 9:45am
October 1 – Hatha Yoga 6pm
October 4 – Adv. Reformer Series 6pm
October 7 – Beg. Reformer Series 9:45am
October 8 – Hatha Yoga 6pm
October 11 – Adv. Reformer Series 6pm
October 14 – Beg. Reformer Series 9:45am
October 15 – Hatha Yoga 6pm
October 18 – Adv. Reformer Series 6pm
October 22 – Hatha Yoga 6pm
October 31 – Free Guest Day
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