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4TH OF JULY SCHEDULE
Club Hours: 5am - 5pm
SPAVital Hours: CLOSED
6-7am Pura Flow Yoga
Lisa S.
8-9am willPower & grace Christen B.
8:30-9:30am PurAlign Yoga Jessica S.
9-10am Fit Body
Natalie C.
9:30-10:30am Indoor Cycling*
Cheryl D.
10-11am Ballet Body*
Natalie C.
10:30-11:00am Indo Row 30*
Cheryl D.
11am-12pm Zumba
Agota A.
12-1pm Anusara Inspired Yoga
Buffy B.
Fitness floor and studio
close 30 minutes before
the Club closes.
* Reservations required
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30 day access for a friend
JULY 5TH
is the last day to add your
VIP guest for the month.
Invite your friends to experience
5280 Magazine's
Top of the Town
"Best Health Club"
Contact your membership consultant today
303.321.7872
Katy Linstroth katyl@puravidaclub.com
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Pura Vida Social
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MACHETE TEQUILA + TACOS
Wednesday, July 20th
6:00 - 9:00pm
2817 E 3rd
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Join us at this month's social for some street-style tacos, authentic salsas, fine tequilas, freshly juiced margaritas and Denver's first private tequila cage.
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Pura Vida Gives Back
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Sunday, July 31st 12:00-4:00pm for THE BIKE DEPOT
The Park Hill Bike Depot supports health and active living by increasing access to bicycles, promoting safe, bike-friendly environments and advocating for policies that promote bicycle access and use.
The Club will be open to the public from 12:00-4:00pm. All member and guest donations benefit the cause. Help us make an impact!
Questions? Contact Natasha at
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Agota Aczel
Zumba Instructor
Team Member of the Month
Experience/Current Course Of Study: Pursued my interest in physical rehabilitation and earned a Master's Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center. Prior to, graduated with a B.S. in Biology from University of Colorado at Denver. Renewed my interest in physical fitness when I discovered Zumba. Took the first of many Zumba instructor trainings in March of 2008 with Beto Perez and licensed to teach most Zumba formats, including Zumba Toning, Zumbatomic, and Zumba Gold. I take workshops every year to learn and share the latest and best Zumba Fitness has to offer. I am an AFAA certified group fitness instructor.
First Job: Worked as an administrative assistant for an AV company in Hungary.
Wellness Philosophy:
Do what you love, and love what you do in all aspects of life including wellness. Exercise should be FUN and challenging at the same time. It's something that gets you hooked, leaves you energized, happy, and you can't wait to come back for more, because you enjoy it so much. Give yourself permission to express yourself. Don't be afraid to add a little spice and excitement to your life, like you do in a Zumba class. Take time out of every day for yourself to be in the moment, stay open, and let go of anything that prevents you from reaching your full potential. If you lead your life with passion and heart, you don't have a choice but to be happy and healthy.
Childhood Ambition: Becoming a kindergarten teacher or a nurse.
Proudest Accomplishment: Left everything behind in Hungary - my home country - to build a new life from scratch in the U.S., learning a new language and earning two college degrees with honors. After 16 years, I am proud to call myself a US citizen, which is a dream come true. I feel privileged and grateful to live the American dream.
Indulgence: Dark chocolate, chocolate desserts, pizza, a great burger or steak.
Inspiration: My clients who make the commitment to their health, changing their lifestyle and succeed in reaching their goals. My peers who are dedicated and top of their field being passionate and excited about what they do. It's contagious! Beto Perez, the creator of Zumba who is changing the face of fitness all over the world and reaching millions who haven't been able to commit to any other exercise program before. What an accomplishment for someone who had nothing when coming to this country. But he had a vision and a dream which is now in the making for 10 years. Truly amazing!
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THE ORIGINAL BAREFOOT SHOE COMES TO PURA VIDA
 We're thrilled to introduce VIVO BAREFOOT - an incredible minimalist shoe with an ultra-thin puncture resistant sole. At Pura Vida, we're acknowledging the trend in barefoot and minimalist shoe training - and we want to support you in this journey. The following are just a few benefits of barefoot training: Strengthens your feet Assists in realignment to your body's natural posture Stimulates additional nerve endings found in your feet We will soon offer consultations with our "Sole Specialists". These specialists have been trained to assist you in your transition from a traditional shoe to a minimalist shoe, and to provide you with appropriate training guidelines. Get ready to BARE YOUR SOLE!
Contact Heather for more information at heatherb@puravidaclub.com |
Members Spa Discount
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Pura Vida Members receive a 10% discount on all full price services, skincare and retail products Monday-Friday.
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Look for the
recycling bin on Floor 2
by the coffee and tea!
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Phone Policy
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CELL PHONE USAGE
IS NOT PERMITTED
ABOVE FLOOR 2 OR IN
THE LOCKER ROOMS.
You may make calls
in the lobby only.
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Fresh, filtered water is
located throughout Pura Vida
for your convenience.Bring your reusable water bottle with you when you work out and fill up at either the water machines on the 2nd and 3rd floor or at the water sinks on each floor. We also have Fiji Water available for purchase on the second floor, if you forget your water bottle. Look for the
recycling bin on Floor 2 by the coffee and tea!
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A MESSAGE FROM KEITH
 Last week a report was released though numerous media sources showing that junk food could destroy brain cells responsible for controlling body weight. In the study researchers fed rats what they described as a "typical high-fat American diet" and found they had doubled their calorie intake three days later. The rats also showed inflammation in the hypothalamus, the part of the brain containing neurons controlling body weight. The inflammation stopped a few days later but then recurred after four weeks. The lead researcher said scientists also detected a healing response to brain injury called gliosis, which is "thought to be the brain equivalent of wound healing and is typically seen in conditions of neuronal injury, such as stroke and multiple sclerosis." The researcher, Dr. Joshua Thaler of the Diabetes and Obesity Center of Excellence at the University of Washington in Seattle, added, "We speculate that the early gliosis that we saw may be a protective response that fails over time. We also detected damage to, and eventual loss of, critical weight-regulating neurons." "The possibility that brain injury may be a consequence of the over-consumption of a typical American diet offers a new explanation for why sustained weight loss is so difficult for most obese individuals to achieve." In essence, the article and study was suggesting that a poor diet can cause brain damage. Both astounding and frightening...and utterly believable. I am certainly not a scientist, but this type of information made me stop and think about what I eat throughout the day. Findings? I could do better. Most likely all of us can. Pura Vida began its Holistic Nutrition Department, led by Sara Kosick, a couple of years back. Sara is a graduate of the Nutrition Therapy Institute and is certified in functional blood chemistry analysis. She knows her stuff and is passionate about it. The goal of the department was total body wellness through whole organic foods. Generally speaking, nutritionists and dieticians struggle within a health club environment, which frankly has always been odd to me. Overall health begins with diet, and to truly perform at your best level (and look and feel your best) it is necessary to eat what's right for your specific system. Sara discussed Bio Individuality: "The concept of bio-individuality is that each person has his or her own food and lifestyle needs. Similar to the concept of "holistic", dietary generalizations typically do not fit your specific needs. When experts say, "dairy is good for you" or "fat is unhealthy", it doesn't apply to every person or every situation; there are many more variables involved. One person's food is another person's poison, and that's why fad diets tend to fail in the long run. Working on the principal of bio-individuality, we'll support you in making positive changes that are based on your unique needs." Sara's knowledge has created a nutrition department that is phenomenally successful. In order to keep up with clients requests, Lisa Groves was asked to join our team earlier this year. Lisa comes to us as a graduate of the Institute of Integrative Nutrition as well as the Nutrition Therapy Institute. Her expertise and experience is substantial and I am happy to have Lisa working with us and working with you the member.  Although it is unlikely that many of our members eat fast food, the recent discoveries into nutrition and brain health make me thankful, again, for having a staff who are experts in their chosen fields and the best of the best. If you haven't met with either Sara or Lisa for a consultation, I urge you to do so. Our goal at Pura Vida is overall mind and body health. Nutrition is the foundation and a place to start even before stepping a foot on the fitness floor. Bon Appetit and Happy Independence Day! Keith
Keith Moore, General Manager
keithm@puravidaclub.com Pura Vida Fitness & Spa
p. 303.321.PURA (7872) ext.127 | f. 303.321.VIDA (8432)
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GROUP FITNESS
SCHEDULE CHANGES and NEW CLASSES!
Visit the website for class changes effective July 1st or download the schedule.
YOGA BODY - A Yoga Sculpt class
 Thursdays 4:30pm with Christen Bakken
Yoga Body is a yoga sculpt format that combines the benefits of yoga with the intensity of strength training. This class will deepen your practice by adding cardio, plyometric and strength training to fundamental yoga poses. It will include segments of core and total body work as well as yoga flow with weights. This class is appropriate for all levels. *strength * flexibility * balance
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PERSONAL TRAINING
CONGRATULATIONS TO PURA VIDA'S VERY OWN ALEX CARNEIRO!
 Alex recently won the Junior National Competition - and became an IFBB Professional Athlete. Alex takes on this role with only 4 other professional athletes in the United States in the category of Men's Physique. He is also the 3rd professional in the history of Colorado. Alex has demonstrated incredible determination, dedication and commitment. We are so proud of him!
TRAINER TALK with Master Trainer Tim Harris
Previously, we discussed the ability to manage our training regime like that of a professional athlete - to ensure we are operating near full capacity (on most days) throughout our lives.
To achieve this, four realms of development will be discussed: Physical, Emotional, Mental, and Spiritual. Mental will be covered this month.
Instead of aiming to increase our mental capacity by increasing our knowledge, we're going to look at enhancing your focus, time management and positive critical thinking skills. The better our focus, the better our work output and quality. Any break in focus takes away from the energy needed to complete the task. Committing to intentional breaks in order to oscillate between left brain and right brain activity can give us the necessary recovery to come back with an increased focus.
A good example of this is when a solution or idea can comes to you while working out, driving, or just in the shower. Try taking time every 90-120 minutes during a hectic day to intentionally meditate. It doesn't have to be spiritual. Just counting breathes or repeating a positive word/phrase with each breath for 10-15 minutes. It has been shown that people who meditate regularly need less sleep. This effort can increase your available hours of productivity per day.
Making time for the things that we enjoy can be hard for many compulsive workers. These breaks to take a golf lesson/to spend time with family and friends/to meditation or exercise - will rejuvenate our focus and help us to enjoy our lives, and not just routinely repeat each day. Also, taking time to create rituals that include positive thinking reinforcement will help you get into a better working routine. Many athletes use this technique. Pro golfers are known for their pre-shot rituals. Some will visualize every shot they are about to take will drop in the hole. This isn't even possible, but it creates an atmosphere of optimism that prevents any negative thoughts. This can be a powerful tool in the work place.
For more information, additional training tips, or a suggestion for a future topic, please contact Tim at timh@puravidaclub.com.
RED ROCKS FITNESS CHALLENGE
 Pura Vida - Exclusive Health Club Sponsor
The HeathONE Red Rocks 90 Day Fitness Challenge wrapped up last weekend. I can't believe it has been 12 weeks since the start of this ride...and what a ride it has been. I can confidently say that my team and I will never look at Red Rocks the same way again. This experience has been the most emotionally rewarding opportunity that I have had in my fitness career thus far. Looking back at the pre-assessments, I can't believe I am dealing with the same team that started this challenge with 12 weeks ago. I was handed a group that had little fitness experience, many extra pounds to shed, poor eating and lifestyle habits, and little motivation. Over the 90 days, I helped push this group to their limits, re-shaping minds and bodies with confidence, and empowering my team to believe that their lives could be different with just a little guidance. My team started this challenge barely able to make it to the top of the bleachers, and just last weekend, they floated up those same bleachers 6 times in addition to a muscular endurance workout! There have been so many success stories on my team and I am so proud to say that every single one of them stands a little taller and shines a little brighter than they did on day one.
I can't talk about this challenge without mentioning the success story of the one participant - the amazing Roland Green has lost 21lbs since the start of the challenge, has never missed a workout, comes to Pura Vida every Tuesday to join me in my 10am Indoor Cycling class, completes most all of his homework assignments, and his lifestyle and outlook on movement has done a complete 180. Here is a little exerpt from an email that Roland shared with me regarding his "pre" and "current/post" challenge life!
"Pre-challenge me: I never had an exercise routine, never had a gym membership, most of my exercise was skiing or hiking with my dogs. Skiing has become too expensive and my dogs have gotten OLD! Since I started my MBA program and my activity level decreased significantly - I always felt lethargic. All of a sudden I was over 200 lbs! Now (& going forward!): I have no problems getting out of bed in the morning (I have to give some credit to my new dog, who I have to take for a long walk every morning before work). I have a lot more energy and have noticed a greater level of focus when it comes to schoolwork. I also get antsy when I'm just sitting around, I always feel like I need to be moving around. I try to take even the smallest opportunities to get some exercise in (i.e. running up stairs, or stretching at work)."
Thank you HealthONE and Red Rocks, Thank you Pura Vida, and a BIG, BIG thank you to my Amazing Team 5 participants!
facebook.com/RedRocksFitnessChallenge
Sarah Fox sarahf@puravidaclub.com
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PILATES
WELCOME KEVIN BOWEN & ANN SAMSON TO THE PILATES TEAM!
KEVIN BOWEN
 Certification: PMA Pilates Certified - PMA CPT
Training/Background: Director of Education for Peak Pilates a division of Mad Dogg Athletics. He was the Co-founder, past President and former Executive Director of the Pilates Method Alliance PMA. He opened and ran the Pilates Miami studio and launched the Pilates Education Group teacher-training program. Kevin has been actively involved in the Pilates community for more than 15 years and an outspoken proponent of the many benefits associated from the Pilates method of exercise and the pursuit of a holistic lifestyle. Kevin has been featured on CNN, the Discovery Channel, Pilates Style magazine and Ocean Drive magazine as well as a contributor to numerous articles on the Pilates method. He is regarded both in the United States and internationally as an advocate and authority for the professional Pilates community.
Focus/Clientele: Anyone who would like to improve their health, functional capacity and learn about their body - seniors, working with injuries, men 40+.
ANN SAMSON
 Certification: Polestar Pilates certification 2006, PMA certification 2011, PSC trapeze table/ Cadillac certification, 2011
Training/Background: I started Pilates over 10 years ago. I began training regularly following a car accident and was using Pilates for my physical therapy during rehab. I decided to pursue the teacher training to continue to learn about the anatomy and physiology and using movement as a form of rehab. I recently graduated from CSU with a Master's in Occupational Therapy.
Focus/Clientele: A lot of my focus is on rehabilitation. I am also working with clients who want to increase their core strength and also eliminate back pain.
PILATES ASSISTED STRETCH
 Maximize your time in a 30-minute session designed to help increase flexibility, balance and strength. Your Pilates session will be equipment and mat-based and seek to tone your muscles and extend your muscles to release tension.
No experience necessary.
$55/Session
Contact your Pilates Instructor or Stacy at
stacyw@puravidaclub.com for more info or to schedule your appointment.
PILATES DUO  Get the motivation and commitment you've been looking for by participating in a Pilates session with a companion!
Pilates can dramatically transform the way your body looks, feels and performs. It builds strength without excess bulk, creating a sleek and toned body. Series of five and ten sessions are available. Contact your Pilates Instructor or Stacy at stacyw@puravidaclub.com for more info or to schedule your appointment. NEW CLASSES! Advanced Mat with Reformer with Colleen Glenn-Wilson  Thursdays 11:00am
Traditional rhythmic mat followed by advanced exercises on the reformer. Flow, sweat and work the body in all planes of motion for optimal strength and stretch. This is a challenging mat class that follows the order as Joseph Pilates created it. Pre-requisites include knowledge of advanced mat, or high skill level on other Pilates equipment. For healthy, serious Pilates enthusiasts. Reformer I with Ann Samson Tuesdays 5:30pm Reformer II with Stacy Weinstein Tuesdays 7:00am PILATES STAFF SPOTLIGHT: AMANDA FLETCHER  Stott Certified Pilates Instructor
"When clients come into the studio and tell me they want to work their core, I tell them they are in the right place!
I became interested in Pilates years ago through physical therapy post knee surgery. Pilates did more than rehabilitate my knee. I found that by strengthening and developing my core, I was able to do all of the physical activities that I love to do better. In a nutshell, to me, Pilates means strength and balance. Besides Pilates, I also enjoy Kinesis, yoga, hiking and biking.
Pilates taught me how to move all of my joints properly, which created more agility, strength, balance, flexibility and power in all movement, which was something I wanted to teach to other people. I love to motivate others in their health and fitness. I also teach instructor certification courses for Stott Pilates and enjoy helping my students learn and build their careers.
I like keeping my workouts fun, fresh, and dynamic. The hour passes quickly! I am truly interested in helping clients recover from or prevent injury, sport specific, athletic workouts, and pre/postnatal. Although not a favorite of many clients, I love TEASER!"
To schedule a Pilates lesson with Amanda, please contact her at amandaf@puravidaclub.com.
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STRENGTHEN YOUR YOGA PRACTICE WITH PRIVATE  INSTRUCTION
Our staff has an extensive amount of experience to assist you with any necessary modifications from previous or current injuries, instruction specific to your desired format and building your confidence and strength for a consistent at home/studio practice.
Contact Heather at heatherb@puravidaclub.com for more information.
DEEPEN YOUR PRACTICE DEEP IN THE MOUNTAINS!
 4th Annual Telluride Yoga Festival
July 14th - 17th
offering kirtans with Wah! and Sean Johnson & the Wild Lotus Band, daily meditations, yoga classes, and tons of outdoor activities!
Hosting David Swenson, Beryl Bender Birch, Mark Whitwell, Scott Blossom, Chandra Easton, Alanna Kaivalya, David Hollander, Karl Straub, Noah Mazé, the YogaSlackers and many more. 25% of net proceeds go back to non-profit environmental organizations and we consistently aim for zero waste. Enjoy an event that gives back to the earth, while leaving you inspired and rejuvenated.
Check out our ongoing yoga offerings on our yoga schedule.
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KINESIS
NEW BURN CLASS with Cristina Lubini  Tuesdays 5:00-5:30pm
BURN - A 30-minute workout that BURNS! Experience muscular endurance training at its finest. If you haven't taken a Kinesis class yet, it's time to take on the challenge. We'll extend a complimentary class to ANY member that hasn't experienced this versatile training modality. Contact Heather for more info at heatherb@puravidaclub.com.
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HOLISTIC NUTRITION
SUMMER OF 'D'
 If you've picked up a Men's Health, Time Magazine, Runner's World, or seen the Today Show in the last year, you've probably read/heard something about the importance of vitamin D. Living in Colorado, I had always assumed I got plenty of vitamin D. I'm out in the sun all the time and I must be converting and absorbing my RDA of 400IU's per day, right? Wrong! It's not that simple. Vitamin D does not magically absorb into your body by getting 15 minutes of sunlight 2x/week; first and foremost you must eat a healthy diet and practice a healthy lifestyle in order to reap the benefits. Not only that, your body must use the sun's ultraviolet rays to transform a cholesterol compound in the skin into the precursor for usable vitamin D. Once available, it must be absorbed and processed by the liver with the help of calcium. This could pose a few problems if you have intestinal disorders (food intolerance, ulcers, infection), or liver malfunction, which I learned through my Functional Nutrition practice, was exactly my reasoning for inadequate vitamin D. With a little change to my diet, and supplementation of vitamin D, I have not only brought my vitamin D levels back to functional range, but I have improved my immune response, my ability to increase muscle strength, increased my bone strength, and reduced my chances of breast cancer! So how do you know if you're getting enough? A simple test will tell us if you are in need of supplementation. Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamin, thus can be extremely toxic if taken in high doses or if taken when it is not needed. Find out what your body needs and schedule your Functional Nutrition or Holistic Nutrition session today. Contact Sara for more info at sarak@puravidaclub.com.
VISIT THE HOLISTIC NUTRITION THERAPY page on the website for more info about our Holistic Nutrition Therapy Practitioners, Sara Kosick and Lisa Groves.
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SPAVITAL
EXPLORE OUR NEW MENU
New body treatments, facials and nail services!
Download the new SPAVital Menu.
MIMOSA CHAMPAGNE SUGAR SCRUB
 including a hydrating lotion application and a hot oil scalp treatment. Rich body scrub for normal to dry skin types. Champagne grapes and raw sugar cane granules combine with the amazing healing properties of orange to help refine your skin. Your skin will sparkle with a youthful glow. 50 minutes $70
RECEIVE 25% OFF OF ALL CLOTHING
 at SPAVital during the month of July. ESCAPE FROM YOUR ROUTINE  and leave with renewed energy
by experiencing a 50 minute Neshamah Healing (hands off healing) session and an 80 minute Swedish Massage. $185 SPRAY TAN SPECIAL  Buy a series of 5 spray tans and receive a complimentary session. A safe way to tan and maintain beautiful skin. Tan lasts 4-7 days depending on after care. $175
RESTORE BALANCE Neshamah Healing  with Lori Schlotzhauer
Hands Off Energy Work Experience: Stress Reduction ˇ Emotional Clarity ˇ Serenity Book your appointment today! TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR WEEKLY SPECIALS 
Every Tuesday we offer a 50 minute Swedish massage for just $50!
Every Friday we offer a 50 minute Customized Facial for just $65 Book now as these appointments go fast. Stop by SPAVital on Floor 4 or call 303.999.2900 today to book a relaxing or energizing treatment. Book online. |
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Muscle Activation Techniques Physical Therapy improves the body's ability to achieve optimal levels of function by increasing the body's range of motion, restoring muscular alignment and eliminating compensation patterns.
Summer is here...maintain peak performance with MAT.
Helping Pura Vida members maintain optimum levels of function.
Stop by on the lower level or call 303-999-2999.
muscleactivation.com
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