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2 for 1
In this heart healthy month we want you to bring a friend or family member to work out with you!
PILATES:
February is 2-for-1 Duo
Pilates sessions. That means that each person pays $17.50 for a 50
minute session, when they bring a partner or friend.
HOT YOGA:
February is also 2-for-1 Hot Yoga classes. Take this month to
check out the new workout that has become all the rage. With five
different options throughout the week, there's bound to be a class that
works for you. Remember, it's $12 for two people or one punch on a
10-class card.
Offer expires February 29, 2008
Call the center to make your Pilates appointment. All Hot Yoga Classes are Drop-in.
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Shape-Up RI
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Did you join the Shape Up RI competition for 2008?
Do you have a team in the area who is looking for support?
EVOLUTION wants to help you achieve your goals. The following classes in February will be FREE to participating Shape Up contestants:
1) Beginner Pilates Mat: 6:30-7:30 PM, Tuesday Feb 12th
2) Beginner Pilates Mat: 6:30-7:30 PM, Tuesday Feb 19th
3) Hot Yoga I: 5:30-7:00 PM, Wednesday Feb 20th
4) Hot Yoga I: 5:30-7:00 PM, Wednesday Feb 27th
Shape Up participants can register for these classes here.
We look forward to helping you win! |
| ABOUT EVOLUTION |
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Founded in 2007, EVOLUTION is Rhode Island's most comprehensive health and wellness center offering Pilates, Yoga, Nutrition and more. EVOLUTION's nutrition center provides registered dietitians and diabetes educators who are approved to accept most medical insurance plans. EVOLUTION is located at 685 Metacom Avenue, Bristol, RI and can be reached a 401-396-9331 or www.evolutionri.com. | |
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Greetings!
February celebrates health heart month. When it comes to matters of the heart you will find many methods of keeping your ticker working its best. Risk factors for heart disease included smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, obesity, physical inactivity, stress, age, and gender. Some of those risk factors you can not do anything about, but many you CAN! From exercise to relaxation techniques, there are so many good habits that will help keep your heart healthy. Being the month of heart health, try taking on a new healthy habit to knock off one of those risk factors.
EVOLUTION wants to give you all the support and advice you need - but not more than you want. You can always update your subscription preferences with us by clicking the link at the bottom of our emails.
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Just do it! Physical activity is the one habit that can help you take care the majority of your risk factors. Adding physical activity into your week will help you; lower your blood pressure, lower your cholesterol level, help manage / prevent Type 2 diabetes, manage your weight, and help manage stress. American College of Sports Medicine recommends the following program to get you on the path to better health:
Frequency of Training: 3-5 x / week
Intensity of Training: 60-90% of maximum heart rate or a moderate to moderately-hard level of effort.
Duration of activity: 20-60 minutes of continuous aerobic activity (walking, running, cycling, swimming, etc.)
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Smoking
If you, or someone you know smokes, now is the time to make some changes. Smoking contributes to many health problems such as cancer (of the lungs, larynx, esophagus, kidneys, stomach, etc.), Respiratory problems, and Heart Disease. There are far more details to included in this newsletter so for more information click this link to the Center for Disease Control for more reasons to stop now!
For you Non-Smokers, being exposed to second hand smoke can be just as bad. The Surgeon General states, "there is no risk-free exposure to second hand smoke." You have the same risk of smoking induced health problems as smokers do. For more information click on this link for the Surgeon General's report on The Health Consequences to Second Hand Smoke Exposure. Then get that loved one to stop!
For more information on smoking cessation and recourses click here.
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| Add in Strength Training to Burn More!
As mentioned above, physical activity helps to combat most of the risk factors associated with heart disease. Of all of the risk factors weight management plays a roll in battling many of the other risk factors. As you decrease your weight you are also likely to lower your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and keep your blood sugar under control.
Another add into your workouts that can help better manage your weight is strength training. By including strength training into the mix you preserve valuable muscle, therefore help to boost your metabolism. Muscle tissue is very active--it burns a lot of calories. Every pound of muscle burns about 35 calories per day. This added muscle will help you keep your weight down and your risk factors under control. Every little bit counts!
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Breath
Just slowing down your breathing can lower your heart rate and blood pressure allowing your heart to take a break. Try to take your breath into your abdomen (belly breathing), allowing your abdomen to expand as you inhale. This type of breathing allows the muscles of your upper body to relax and taking your focus to your breath allows you to clear your mind of all of the "stuff" going on in your life. A few times a day try to focus on "belly breathing" - you may find it to be a nice way to ease away tension brought on throughout your day. High Blood Pressure Reduced by Massage Therapy
Get a regular massage to help relieve tension and lower blood pressure. Read more about a study which conculded that regular massage helps to lower blood pressure levels.
Feburary Massage Special:Purchase
a package of 3 one-hour massages and receive a fourth one on us!
That's a $75 value! Do something good for yourself AND a loved one! |
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This month think about your health and what changes you can make to improve your overall health. Small changes can make a huge difference - so even the small steps count!
Have fun, enjoy the time you have to do something for yourself! We are here to help & offer new and interesting ways to better your well being.
Yours in Health,
Jen Morin
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