| The Resource From Western Racquet & Fitness Club
March 2011 |
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| Greetings! | |
Did you know that "March Madness" really has nothing to do with basketball? Before basketball coined the term, there are many references in history & literature to March being the month for crazy behavior.
Lewis Carroll created his famous lunatic the "Mad Hatter...a March Hare". "Beware the Ides of March," was an unheeded warning about friends going wild, and let's not forget that Fat Tuesday - a night of misbehavior - often often lands in this month. I think the craziness is because we are all sick of winter and are looking for a way to express this feeling.
So if you are experiencing the Winters Blues, I have some suggestions that don't include causing mayhem and regretting it the next day. The solution might be getting involved in a short term diversion. Re-direct your focus on learning something new. Whether you decide to try out our Ballroom Dance Class, challenge yourself with an "Amped Up" high-intensity workout or take an art class at a local studio, you might find yourself thinking a little less about winter. Investigate what interests you and see if there is something out there that might just help you get through the few remaining weeks of Madness.
Susan Peltier
General Manager |
| Meet a Staff Member - Deb Guenterberg, R.D. | |
This spring, a member of our staff will fulfill a 20-year dream when she runs her first Boston Marathon. Deb Guenterberg, a Prevea Registered Dietitian, ran her first marathon when she was in college. The goal of competing in the Boston Marathon, which she set for herself almost 27 years ago, came one step closer to reality in September, when she qualified for the race by 30 seconds!
Deb is committed to helping others achieve their goals. By conducting nutritional programs in schools and corporations and one-on-one sessions that focus on a variety of nutritional issues, she helps her clients adopt healthier habits. Discussing topics from weight gain or loss, diabetes control, to eating for endurance sports like running, Deb transfers her passion to others in hopes that their quality of life will improve.To set up an appointment with Deb to discuss any nutritional issues you might have, call the front desk at 497-1161.
Cheering for Deb as she competes in Boston will be her brother Kevin, husband Jim and two sons, Logan & Caleb. All of us here at Western will be there in spirit and wish her the very best! |
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| Tennis News | |
Tennis Tip of the Month
How to Cover the Lob
by Jon Schaff, Racquet Sports Director
It has happened to all of us - we get to the net only to have the opponent lob the ball over our head. The lob is a very effective shot, especially in doubles. In this tip of the month we will talk about how to cover this lob.
First, practice proper overhead technique. The overhead is the best defense against the lob. If you have proper footwork technique and you crush your overheads, your opponent will stop trying to lob you. As soon as you see the lob go up, make sure you turn sideways while dropping back on your right foot (if you are right handed) and get yourself positioned under the ball. Use your left hand (again if you are right handed) as a guide as if you are lining up to catch the ball. Once you are in the proper position reach up and make contact with your overhead as high as you can reach. After you crush this overhead move forward toward the net and look to put away the next ball.
Another way to defend the doubles lob is the switch and cover. If the ball goes over the head of the partner at the net, and they cannot get to it as an overhead, the back player should yell "I got it, switch." The net player should then switch to the other half of the court and back to the service line. The back player will run down the lob and remain on that half of the court unless another "switch" happens.
If your opponent is lobbing consistently, the ball you are sending them must be too easy. Try mixing up your shots with different speeds, spots and spins (see March 2010 newsletter). Most good 'lobbers' do not lob well moving forward, so try hitting your shots short and force them to run in.
Keep working on your overhead footwork, communicate with your partner and mix up your shot selection. These tips will help you cover the lob.
Next month - Mastering the return of serve
State Combo Tournament
Saturday March 5th and Sunday March 6th
Come support Western's 6.5 and 7.5 teams! |
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Racquetball News | |
FREE Racquetball Clinic for Adult Beginners
Tuesday, March 8th 6p.m.
Taught by Steve Salamone.
Members & Non-members welcome.
Racquets provided |
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Group Exercise News | |
New Classes at 4:30 p.m.!
Wednesday - In A Minute with Jessie and Amy (rotating instructors)
Friday - Shred with Ashley
March Sunday Snippet is 'Full Body Circuit' every Sunday at 1 p.m.!
A workout that consists of a variety of cardio and strength exercises, circuits are an excellent way to develop both strength and cardiovascular endurance concurrently.
March 6 - Molly
March 13 - Jessie
March 20 - Kari
March 27 - Molly
March Mid-Afternoon Madness - 3:40 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. Demo Classes
Pick up a schedule of the classes that will be offered throughout the month or visit http://www.westernracquet.com/event-calendar/. Choose from your favorites like PiYo, Yoga,Pound for Pounds & more.
*During March, Zumba will be the first and fourth Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. There will NOT be Zumba on March 12th due to Instructor Training. |
| THE WESTERN LINK | |
Zero to 5K
March 8th-May 14th
Designed for those who have wanted to run but never knew where to start. Ultimate goal is to run the Cellcom Marathon 5K on May 14th. Participants are responsible for race fees.Taught by Boston Marathoner, Deb Guenterberg. Space is limited. See flyer at the front desk for complete details. $50 Registration Fee.
Amped Up Afternoons
Get together a group of 3-6 people, and Personal Trainer Shane McMullenwill work with you to set up the day and time for your group's Amped Up Afternoons Workout. $10/person. Call 497-1161 or stop by the Personal Training desk to discuss with Shane.
Ballroom Dance Class
March 13th-April 17th Sundays @ 4:00pm 60-90 Minutes $40 Members $45 Non-members
No partner or experience necessary. Pre-payment required. Sign up at the front desk.
Pre-Natal Yoga
March 30th-May 4th Wednesdays @ 11am
$75 per person
Designed with the expectant mother in mind.
You'll also learn to make baby food from scratch & how to cook healthy meals for you. Taught by new Mom & Certified Yoga Instructor, Jackie Schechinger.
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| Notes from Take 5 at Four Seasons | |
 1st Anniversary Celebration
Wednesday, March 23rd 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Complimentary buffet, new martini menu & live music
Friday Night Tennis Mixers
Call Doug @ 632-7069 for more information
Upcoming Events - Please call for details
Cigar and Scotch Tasting
Imported Beer Night sponsored by Kay Distributing
Cribbage Tournament
Bridge Play |
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