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| Greetings!
The flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping, and summer is almost here. Like most Iowans, I too look forward to the end of winter and being able to spend time in the great outdoors. This desire to be outside as much as I can requires me to change my approach to my fitness routine, while at the same time, ensuring that I keep a well rounded regime not leaving "essentials" out.
Once nice weather is here, I will do most of the first "essential", cardio workouts, outside. Some of the activities I engage in are:
· Walks or runs with our cocker spaniel, Lacey
· Bike rides with my wife
· Rollerblading
· Tennis
In a normal week, I will engage in these "essential" activities 3-4 times for thirty to sixty minutes.
Just as important, I believe it is imperative to keep up my resistance training, the second "essential", year round. I will be sure to lift weights at the club at least twice per week to ensure I maintain my current gains. As I've gotten older, I realize that the old axiom "use it or lose it" seems more and more true. I have been in the fitness industry for many years and I have witnessed countless members stop resistance training during summer months. Unfortunately, they give up all the benefits they worked so hard to achieve during the first several months of the year.
Here are some other summer workout ideas:
· Get involved in a summer softball league
· Learn a new sport or activity such as tennis
· Modify your hour workout to 30 minutes of
resistance training and 30 minutes of cardio outside
· Participate in a walking or running event such as the
Dam to Dam race
Make this one of your best summers ever! Most importantly, be sure to include both "essential" components to your exercise program so you can continue to progress your body and the way you feel!!!
Rod Sears
CEO
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Do You Want to Race?
Race season is almost here. We have listed a few local favorite events to get you motivated and inspired in your training programs. Signing up for a 5K, 10K, 1/2 Marathon, or even Marathon is a great way to help stay focused with your training and fitness schedules.
May 6, 2009 - Pella Tulip Time Klompen Classic
5K Run/Walk
Pella, Iowa - Town Sqaure - Contact 888-322-6299
May 30 - DAM to DAM
20K and 5K
Des Moines, Iowa -Sign-up at www.damtodam.com
June 6 - Des Moines START! Heart Walk
Des Moines Capital - Contact 515-244-3278
June 13 - Rock, Roll, and Stroll
Water Works Park - 10K Run, 5K walk/run, 1 mile fun run
Sign - up by calling 515-243-6239 ext. 7.
June 13 - Clive Running Fesitval
10K, 5K, 1 Mile - Campbell Park in Clive
Contact Ph. 515/223-5959.
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Group Fitness Class Spotlight
CORE FUSION
Workout to minimize your mid-section and maximize your benefits with a fusion of Pilates and Yoga.
Come see what it is all about!
Tuesday and Thursdays from 11:15 - 12:00 pm, at Merle Hay
Monday and Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30 pm, Se 14th
ENDURANCE RIDE
Enjoy 2 hours of Spinning to test your cardio and psychological strength.
May 30~ 7:30-9:30 am at Hickman
May 30~ 8:00-10:00 am at Se 14th
May 31~ 8:30-10:30 am at Merle Hay | |
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