February is Heart Healthy Month!
February 2016 Newsletter
In This Issue

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Hours & Information

Group Fitness


The Transformation Challenge is in full swing! Participation is at an all time high in our group fitness classes, tennis courts are booked and the fitness floor is buzzing with excitement. We are thrilled to see so many families enjoying the Lagoon Waterpark and Activity Center; it certainly keeps the kids busy on these winter days.
    
Traditionally, February is the month when many people lose sight of their fitness resolutions. Don't let this happen to you! Whether it is to improve your tennis game, learn to swim or prepare for a triathlon, our experienced instructors can help you meet your goals. Liberty is proud to be your home away from home, and to be part of your extended family. We are here to help you Live Life Well!  
   
In good health,
Liberty Athletic Club

February is Heart Healthy Month  
From the desk of Susan Cutshaw, M.S.
     
Why the right food is so important
Food is essential for life.  It provides energy, protein, and a variety of nutrients.  But what is it about food that is helpful or harmful for a healthy heart?  As it turns out the foods that are good for the heart are also good for the prevention of obesity, diabetes, and certain cancers.

The literature is clear that eating a plant based diet provides a multitude of benefits.  It's low in calories, high in vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants, and phytochemicals.  It's low in saturated fat while providing essential fatty acids.  Lean meats (limiting red meat), fish (especially cold water fish like salmon) and nuts are also included in a heart healthy diet.  What foods are out?   That's easy...processed refined foods.  That includes foods that have additional sugars of any kind.

Eliminating those kinds of sugary foods could go a long way toward a better diet and a healthier cardiovascular profile. The Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) recently reported that for 71.4% of Americans, processed sugar makes up approximately 13% of their diet.  That's well over the World Health Organization's (WHO)  5 % recommendation. 

Michael Pollan, author of Omnivore's Dilemma and In Defense of Food, has compiled a list of 64 "food rules".  They are humorous and refreshing plus support American Heart Association recommendations and the revised 2015 Dietary Guidelines. Here are just a few.
  • Eat food, mostly plants, not too much
  • Avoid food products with more than five ingredients
  • Eat foods that will eventually rot
  • Don't eat breakfast cereals that change the color of the milk
  • Don't buy food where you buy your gas
  • If it came from a plant eat it; if it was made in a plant don't
References

Today is National Wear Red Day
 
From the website of the American Heart Association

"Why Go Red? Heart disease and stroke cause 1 in 3 deaths among women each year, killing approximately one woman every 80 seconds.  Fortunately, we can change that because 80 percent of cardiac and stroke events may be prevented with education and action. That's why this year we are asking that you wear red on National Wear Red Day� and Donate to Go Red For Woman. By doing so you help support educational programs to increase women's awareness and critical research to discover scientific knowledge about cardiovascular health".
Club Information

Two NEW Treadmills Coming Soon!
Integrity Series Treadmill (CLST)




Phone App
Want to tune in to the TV's on the fitness floor with your phone?  Check out the app from Tunity. Scan any TV. Hear it on your phone.
 





Reminder












Please use caution and drive slowly through the parking lot.  We have many young children coming in and out of the club.

New Year, New You, New Spa!
 
January is behind us and many of us have been working hard on New Year's resolutions, the Transformation Challenge, or making changes that are meaningful to us.

The Spa at Liberty has been quietly undergoing a transformation of its own over the last couple of years.  With five professional, experienced massage therapists, we now offer massage seven days a week with an emphasis on therapeutic massage and Thai massage.  We've expanded our nail services, offering services six days a week.  Enter our private nail studio, sit down with one of our two meticulous and professional nail technicians, and leave relaxed and ready for whatever comes next!

The Spa at Liberty will be offering regular articles in this newsletter, on topics such as:  the differences between Thai massage and table massage, the banning of microbeads, or the latest trends in color and style.

Beginning in March, one of our Spa providers will be featured each month so you can get to know our staff, their education, experience and interests.
There may even been a 'hidden' bonus for those who read the upcoming articles - so...stay tuned!



February Spa Special 

Receive 15% off any spa service in the month of February!
           
Schedule your spa service through the Concierge at (734)665-3738 ext. 34

Click here for the Spa Menu of Services.
Lifeguarded and Supervised Lagoon Activity Center Hours
during Mid Winter Break:
 
Mid Winter Break ~ Monday, February 15 thru Friday, February 19
 
Lifeguarded Lagoon Hours*
Monday, Feb. 16 ~ 12pm-4pm
Tuesday, Feb. 17 ~ 12pm-4pm
Wednesday, Feb. 18 ~ 12pm-4pm
Thursday, Feb. 19 ~ 12pm-4pm
Friday, Feb. 20 ~ 4pm-7:30pm
Saturday, Feb. 21 ~ 12pm-5pm
Sunday, Feb. 22 ~ 12:30pm-5:30pm

Supervised Lagoon Activity Center Hours*
Monday, Feb. 15 ~ 11pm-7pm 
Tuesday, Feb. 16 ~ 11pm-7pm
Wednesday, Feb. 17 ~ 11pm-7pm
Thursday, Feb. 18 ~ 11pm-7pm
Friday, Feb. 19 ~ 4pm-7:30pm
Saturday, Feb. 21 ~ 10am-2pm
Sunday, Feb. 22 ~ 11am-4pm

*Hours are subject to change.
Camps

Mid Winter & Spring Break Activity Camps 
Ages 5-7 & 8-12
 
Mid Winter Break Camp: Mon-Fri, February 15-19
Spring Break Camp: Mon-Fri, April 4-8

Half Day - AM
9:00am-1:00pm $40 ($48) per day

Half Day - PM
1:00pm-5:00pm $40 ($48) per day

Full Day
9:00am-5:00pm $66 ($79) per day

Pre Camp Option
8:00-9:00am $5 ($6) per day

Post Camp Option
5:00-6:00pm $5 ($6) per day

Contact Assistant Programming Director, Meaghan Kennedy for further information at [email protected] or 734-665-3738 ext. 57.

Click here for the Youth Programs Brochure.