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In This Issue
Physical Therapy
Blue Zones
Running Club
National Nutrition Month
A Leg Up
Move It & Lose It
Sneak Preview
Classes for Every Body
Spring Golf
East Court Reservations
Men's Lcckers for Rent

Upcoming Races/Events:
 
Check out www.cvra.net for the most up to date information on local road races. 
 
Solon Survivor Extreme 5K
Solon Nature and Recreation Area
March 9, 9am.

 

Concept2 Rowing World Team Challenge 

Rockwell Collins Rec Center

March 15 - April 15

alsabin@rockwellcollins.com

 

Sat, Apr 6 - Guthridge Park, Hiawatha


Freebie Friday April 12

Rockwell Collins Rec Center

 

Marion Rotary Marathon for Shoes
Sun, Apr 21 - Marion, IA
 

Trojan Dash

Camp IoDisECa, Solon

April 27, 8am.


 

Bleed Purple, Win Gold 5K Race/1M Walk
Sat, May 4 - 317 8th Ave. SE Oelwein, IA 50662

 
Sat, May 18 - Kirkwood Community College, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404

 
Lake Geode Challenge
Sat, Jul 13 - Danville, IA

 

 

 

Rec Center Hours: 
Monday-Thursday
5:00AM to 10PM
Friday
5:00AM to 9PM
Saturday-Sunday
7:00AM to 7:00PM

Rec Room Babysitting Service Hours:
Monday-Thursday
9AM to 1:15PM and
4:00PM to 7:45PM
Friday
9AM to 1:15PM and
4:00PM to 6:45PM
Saturday
8AM to NOON
Contact Us: 
400 Collins Road NE
MS 154-100
Cedar Rapids, IA 52498
phone 319.295.2552
 
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On-site Physical Therapy
OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! 

NO DOCTOR'S REFERRAL 
is needed with Rockwell
Collins Wellmark Insurance
(also true with most other
Iowa based plans). 

FREE 10 MINUTE
EVALUATIONS
Tuesdays at 5:00 PM
Wednesdays at Noon.
Call 295-8899 or stop by to schedule.

Located inside the
Rockwell Collins Rec Center
Congratulations Cedar Rapids!
Cedar Rapids has been chosen as a Blue Zone Demonstration Site. For more information:

Rockwell Collins Rec Center Running Club

Ever thought of running a 5K?  Are you currently running but don't have an event or goal you are working toward?  The Rockwell Collins Rec Center Running Club is coming in April and we would love for you to be a part of it. 

 

Watch for information on running routes, workout plans and group runs at the information center coming soon.

March 2013
 
Closed Easter Sunday, March 31

 

March is National Nutrition Month 

Whether you want to lose weight, lower your cholesterol or simply eat better, consult the experts! Registered dietitians can help you by providing sound, easy-to-follow personalized nutrition advice and put you on the path to losing weight, eating well and reducing your risk of chronic disease.

 

Sandy Holterhaus, RD, LD has a certificate in Adult Weight Management from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and is available to assist you in meeting your health and nutrition goals.  Her office is located at the Rockwell Collins Rec Center.  Contact Sandy at 295-0025 or sjholte5@rockwellcollins.com to set up an appointment.

"A Leg Up" Wellness Coaching Now Available at Rockwell Collins Rec Center or contact Kristy at 319-213-7564 or through email at kmbutterfield@hotmail.com.
Group Fitness Instructor, Kristy Butterfield, MBA, who holds additional certifications in personal training and wellness coaching through the American College of Sports Medicine will begin practicing wellness coaching at the Rockwell Collins Rec Center this March. Kristy will work with clients as a collaborative and creative partner in helping them achieve their personal visions and goals. Pick up a brochure of Kristy's services at the Rockwell Collins Rec Center Information Center
Move It & Lose It
A 4-week mini session of Move It & Lose It begins Monday March 4th and the next 12-week session begins Monday April 1st.  Move It & Lose It combines the expertise of Fitness Specialist or a group fitness instructor with that of a registered dietitian and gets real results for you. 
 
Depending on which class time you pick you will meet for small group exercise 2-3 times per week to get your heart pumping and metabolism revved up.  Your small group will also meet with registered dietitian, Sandy Holterhaus for 30 minutes each week to weigh-in and learn healthy eating tips and strategies. 
 
Please follow the link below for class times and prices.  What are you waiting for?  Move It & Lose It Flyer

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Sneak Preview

Upcoming SilverSneakers® and Retiree Events 

 

March Event

Heart Healthy Eating for Older Adults

Join Staff Dietitian, Sandy Holterhaus for a heart healthy presentation for our Retiree and SilverSneakers® members.  Watch for the location, date and time to be announced.  Heart healthy snacks will be available!

 

Please follow the link below to view the SilverSneakers® class schedule:

SilverSneakers Class Link

  

For more information on the SilverSneakers® program you may contact Lindsay at 295-0024.

Classes for Every Body 
    
Move It & Lose It
Please contact Sara at 263-3963
  

Pilates

See the Pilates Class Schedule here: Pilates Class Schedule 

 

Introduction to the Reformer is now taught on an individual basis.  Please contact Bonnie at 295-0066 or bjbenesh@rockwellcollins.com.

 

Get Ready for Spring Golf Season  
Are you looking to enhance your golf game. Even though there is snow on the ground now, the upcoming golf season is quickly approaching. Now is the time to look at what you can do to improve your overall strength and flexibility and positively impact your golf game.

Biomechanics Assessment
This evaluation is offered by Rec Center Physical Therapy for athletes interested in enhancing and improving their golf performance. The assessment addresses muscle strength, flexibility, joint range of motion and movement patterns and readily identifies functional limitations and asymmetry's.
  • The Biomechanics Assessment evaluates core stability, balance, strength and flexibility components key for a powerful, effective golf swing.
  • Following the assessment, the physical therapist and fitness specialist collaborate on a strength training program designed to improve the strength, flexibility and overall fitness level of the golfer.
  • Call Rec Center Physical Therapy at 319-295-8899 to schedule your appointment.
Pilates for Athletes
This class offered two times each week and is designed to help athletes maintain and
develop strength, stability, mobility and flexibility.
   
Individualized Weight Training Program
 
Rec Center members can meet with a fitness specialist to develop a strength training program. Call 295-2552 to make your free appointment.
  
Personal Training
You may consider working with a personal trainer to improve your game. Contact Brenda at 319-295-0039 for information on personal training sessions.

East Court Reservations Available

Beginning February 1st any group with eight or more individual members  has the opportunity to reserve the East Court during open times for large group activities.  This includes volleyball, pickleball, badminton, basketball and dodgeball.

 

   - groups may reserve the court for $20 per hour (includes 

     tax)

 

   - reservation may be made up to 7 days in advance

   - no same day reservations will be allowed

   - groups must have a minimum of eight people to make the

     reservation

   - reservation fee will be charged to the account of the     person

     making the reservation

   - all charges are non-refundable

 

The court reservation system will allow larger groups the opportunity to get their preferred court time.  The West Court will continue to be available on a first come basis.  The East Court will be available on a first come basis when it is not reserved.

Men's Lockers for Rent
A limited number of small men's lockers are available for rent.  Cost for locker rental is $15 plus tax per month or you may purchase a six-month rental agreement for $79 plus tax or a 12-month agreement for $119 plus tax.  Stop by the Rec Center Front Desk for more information.
 
For more information regarding any of the Rec Center's programs or services, please call 319-295-2552, or visit us online at www.rockwellcollinsreccenter.com.
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