As we come to the close of another year we pause to give thanks to our Creator for our many blessings. We are blessed to have such wonderful members we can call friends. We truly treasure the relationships we have made and look forward to expanding our reach and deepening our touch within the club and in the community.

May you experience the true meaning of the season as we give thanks for the birth of our Lord. Peace and joy to you and your family from ours.

Scott, Ken, Karen & Rick
Lifestyle Has New Partner

We are pleased to announce that Rick Simses is now a partner in Lifestyle Fitness Center. For those of you who don’t know Rick, he is an accomplished Houston attorney with over 28 years of practicing law. Rick joined Lifestyle Fitness in February 2006 and is an avid exerciser and former marathoner.

Simses joins current partners Scott Bauer, Ken Crowell and Karen Monroe. Please join us in welcoming Rick.
A New Face at Lifestyle Fitness

Please welcome Amber Hardy to our staff. Amber recently relocated from Lafayette, Louisiana. She is experienced as an exercise specialist at Orthopedic Sports and Physical Therapy and holds a bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from The University of Louisiana at Lafayette. She is certified as a personal trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine.

Amber enjoys working with people to reach their fitness goals and helping them to maintain a healthy lifestyle. We know you will enjoy getting to know her.
Did You See Our Villager Ad?

This month only we are offering a 50% discount on enrollment.

Pass this on to others you think might be interested in experiencing the Lifestyle difference!
Tips 'n Tricks

The BOSU
In the last newsletter we recommended standing on the BOSU to work on balance and core strength.

Now it's time to add some movement. Hold a medicine ball out in front of you in both hands and move it around in different directions. Keep your core engaged to help stay on the dome.

Are you looking for something different for your cardio workout?

Try our Cardio Buffet for a refreshingly different workout.
Holiday Hours
Thursday
Dec. 24
Closed
Friday Dec. 25
Closed
Saturday Dec. 26
7a.m. - 4p.m.
Sunday Dec. 27
Noon - 4p.m.
Thursday Dec. 31
5a.m. - noon
Friday Jan. 1
Closed
Saturday Jan. 2
7a.m. - 4p.m.
Sunday Jan. 3
Noon - 4p.m.

Class schedules have been modified the last two weeks in December. Please check our website for available classes. No Saturday classes, Dec 26 and Jan 2.
Ingredient substitutions for healthier recipes

We are all probably baking and cooking more during the holidays. These food substitutions can help you modify favorite family recipes to be more in line with your healthy eating plan. The following suggestions can help you lower fat, salt, sugar and calories and increase fiber in your recipes.

The recipe calls for... Try substituting...
All purpose flour Whole-wheat flour for half of the called for flour
Bacon Canadian bacon, turkey bacon, smoked turkey or lean prosciuto
Butter, shortening or oil in baked goods Applesauce or prune puree for half o the called-for butter, shortening or oil
Butter, shortening or oil to prevent sticking Cooking spray or non stick pans
Creamed soups
Fat-free milk-based soups, mashed potato flakes, or pureed carrots, potatoes or tofu for thickening agents
Dry bread crumbs Rolled oats or crushed bran cereal
Egg Two egg whites or 1/4 cup egg subsittute
Enriched pasta, white bread Whole-wheat equivalents
Cream cheese Fat-free or low-fat cream cheese, Neufchatel or low-fat cottage cheese pureed until smooth
Sour cream Fat-free/low-fat sour cream, fat-free/low-fat yogurt
Ground beef Extra lean ground beef, chicken or turkey breast (no skin)
Mayonnaise Reduced-calorie or reduced-fat mayonnaise
Meat Three times as many vegetables as meat on pizzas or in casseroles, soups, stews
Salad dressing Fat-free or reduced-calorie dressing or flavored vinegars
Oil-based marinades Wine, balsamic vinegar, fruit juice or fat-free broth
Seasoning salt–garlic, celery, onion salt Herb-only seasonings–garlic powder, celery seed, onion flakes
Soy sauce Sweet and sour sauce, hot mustard sauce, low-sodium soy sauce
Table salt Herbs, spices, fruit juices, salt-free seasoning mixes
White rice Brown rice, wild rice, bulgur or pearl barley
Whole milk Reduced-fat or fat-free milk
Smarter Holiday Food Choices
Pecan vs. Pumpkin Pie

These numbers may come as a big surprise to you. Pecan pie actually has twice the calories of pumpkin pie! If you choose to top it with whipped cream, keep in mind that is adding 10 calories per tablespoon.

The smarter choice would, of course, be the pumpkin pie, but remember the importance of portion control. A small slice will do just fine.
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