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AAC's Newest
Personal Trainer
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CONGRATULATIONS ANNA!
Membership Advisor, Anna Tapani, is thrilled to begin training members at AAC. We are happy to announce that Anna is now a certified Personal Trainer. Anna has been on the Annapolis Athletic Club TEAM helping in the Children's Center, working at the Member Service Desk, and recently achieving great success as a Membership Adviser. She has worked diligently to earn her PT certification and has eager clients already lined up to work with her. Anna is extremely passionate about fitness and believes that exercising correctly and safely can be enjoyable and bring lifelong benefits. If you are interested in training with Anna, contact the Member Service Desk today!
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Valentine's Day is February 14th!
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If you are looking for a great
gift idea for that special someone on Valentine's Day.....
Annapolis Athletic Club has gift certificates available for purchase at the
Member Service Desk!
3 pampering massages
only $225
3 stretch therapy sessions
only $225
3 personal training sessions
only $149
*New clients only,
available with select trainers
Bikini Boot Camp - 2 weeks of intense fun and fitness $225
*only $250 for nonmembers
9 Day Detox - Nutritional Clean Eating Program for only $99
Contact the AAC Member Service Desk and get your Valentine the perfect gift today!
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What's New With
Group Fitness?!
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Starting in February...
TWO additional
TOTAL BARRE classes
are coming to AAC!
As of Monday, February 3rd, Melinda will be teaching a 5:30pm TOTAL BARRE class.
As of Sunday, February 9th, Jennifer will be teaching a 10:30am TOTAL BARRE class (this is in addition to the 9:30am class - two BARRE classes back to back!)
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HAVE YOU HEARD?
Group Step is now
GROUP BLAST!
Blast off your workout with 60 minutes of cardio training that uses the step in highly effective, athletic ways!
"PHENOMENAL!"
"Fantastic playlist helps produce RESULTS!"
"Love every second of it...even the Burpees!"
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New York, LA, Annapolis....all have the newest fitness trends!
BOKWA and PILOXING are coming to AAC - and you are invited for FREE!
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Annapolis Athletic Club is on the cutting edge of fitness and we have something FUN for you to try - for FREE!
You can be part of the fastest growing, hottest group fitness class concepts around!
BOKWA
Saturday, February 8th
11:00am
Bokwa is a new and different approach to group exercise - you draw letters and numbers with your feet while performing an energizing and addictive cardio workout routine- the results are amazing!
PILOXING
Saturday, February 22nd
11:00am
Piloxing blends the power, speed, and agility of boxing with the targeted sculpting and flexibility of Pilates. You burn maximum calories, build lean muscles, and increase stamina! It works! come and give it a try!
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Bikini Boot Camp
and Detox
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This incredible 2 week exercise and nutrition program is taught by group fitness guru
Karen Trasatti
February 10th - 22nd
Join Karen Trasatti's
ALL VIRTUAL
Detox Program
February 10th - 18th
Register for either of these programs today by
e-mailing Karen or
stop by the Member Service Desk to sign up!
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Clean Eating Recipe
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Blueberry Nut Oatmeal
Ingredients:
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup grated apple
1 tbsp raisins
1/2 tbsp ground flaxseed
1/2 cup blueberries
3 pecan halves, chopped
3 walnut halves, chopped
Directions:
In saucepan, bring water to boil and stir in oats, apples, raisins, and flaxseed. Turn down heat and simmer 5 minutes. Stir in blueberries, pecans, and walnuts. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Want more healthy recipes? Try Karen's Detox Program - this is one of the many great recipes included in the nine-day detox. Contact Karen here or
call 410-990-1095.
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THE AACCOMPASS
EDUCATION MOTIVATION RESULTS
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Dear Members and Friends,
Happy February! I hope you have had a great start to your new year!
How are you doing with your New Year's Resolutions? It can be initially very challenging to change your habits but remember that consistency is the answer. Don't give up ... you can achieve anything you set your mind to! Always remember that the AAC team is here to help you with your fitness goals. We have so many success stories from members at the club we know it can be done and you can do it too!
MEMBER SPECIAL - All this month, ask for a complimentary 30 minute personal training session with an AAC personal trainer. We want you to be working out effectively and efficiently and taking advantage of all the opportunities available to you at your club.
AAC will be having a special Valentine's Day Open House on Friday, February 14th and Saturday, February 15th from 9am - 1pm. There will be great classes, Valentine treats, and fitness demonstrations. This is a wonderful opportunity to bring a friend or family member to experience AAC and they will be our guest! There is nothing better than sharing health and fitness and fun with those you care about.
As always, thank you for choosing Annapolis Athletic Club as your place to be today. It is because of all of you .... that we love what we do!
Healthy Regards,
Debra Nathan
General Manager
Annapolis Athletic Club
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Kettlebells - Why are they so popular?
Using kettlebells during your workout can be very beneficial - it increases your cardiovascular fitness, improves your core strength, and can give you a total body workout. Not only that, but it can help with posture and balance, which is very important as you get older. Our new trainer, Anna Tapani, picked a few of her favorite kettlebell exercises to show you ... add these three exercises into your workout and notice the changes to your body within a few weeks!
Renegade Row
Muscles Worked: Back, Core, Arms
How To: Get down into push-up position with your hands on top of two kettlebells. You may need to widen your feet apart to make yourself more stable.
Row one kettlebell up and slowly lower back down.
Row the other kettlebell up and repeat for 8-10 reps.
Single Leg Squat
Muscles Worked: Legs, Core
How To: Place one leg up on top of a bench and hold one kettlebell in each hand. Bend your knee into a lunge, trying to touch your knee to the floor. Slowly return to starting position. Do 8-10 reps and then switch to the other side.
Windmill
Muscles Worked: Shoulders, Back, Abs, Obliques, Hips
How To: Hold a kettlebell in your hand above your head. Bend at your hips and dip down to the opposite side, trying to touch
your toes. Slowly return to starting position. Do 8-10 reps and then switch the kettlebell to the opposite side.
Want more challenging exercises like these to add to your exercise routine? - OR - do you need a NEW and improved exercise routine to mix things up?
Contact Anna for a one-on-one session today!
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February is Heart Health Month
Heart Disease is the leading cause of death in the United States.... however there are ways you can prevent Heart Disease and understanding the facts about heart disease is an important place to start. Most everyone knows that blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose levels are important to monitor...so let us help you understand why...
Blood Pressure: The force of blood exerted against the walls of your blood vessels. High blood pressure may increase your risk of heart disease and stroke. Target Number: 120/80. Tips for lowering your BP: reduce your sodium intake. Sodium is found in all processed packaged foods. Adjust your diet if you're overweight - losing weight could help improve not just your blood pressure, but all your numbers!
Fasting Glucose: the amount of sugar in the blood. These numbers are usually monitored for pre-diabetes and diabetes. Target number: below 100. Tips for improvement: eating a well-balanced diet that includes fiber-rich foods. Exercise is very important - 30 minutes a day can help prevent pre-diabetes from turning into Type 2 Diabetes.
Total Cholesterol: the levels of fats in the blood. There are two types of cholesterol - HDL and LDL. HDL is considered "good" - it absorbs cholesterol from blood vessel walls and moves it to the liver. LDL is considered "bad" and contributes to the buildup of harmful fat in blood vessel walls. Target number for total cholesterol: below 200. Target number for HDL: over 40 for men, over 50 for women; LDL: below 100. Tips for improvement: cut back on your saturated fats. Swap meat a few times a week for leaner protein choices like fish, chicken, or beans. Increase your vegetables!
It is so important to take care of yourself and know your body. Prevention is key - the more you know, the more you can take steps to prevent heart disease and many other diseases! Do yourself a favor and make an appointment with your doctor today!
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We LOVE Your Feedback!
We appreciate all the comments and suggestions we receive regularly through the AAC Member Survey! Thank you for completing your surveys - we all benefit from the feedback you provide us!
"We have been members since you opened and it is simple....you are the BEST!! We checked out other clubs and there is no comparison!"
S.K., member since 2004
"AAC is a great environment to work out in. I particularly like group exercise classes and there's none better than AAC. The instructors are dedicated and knowledgeable. The staff and clientele are friendly."
S.P., member since 2007
"It simply feels good to walk through the door & enter the welcoming, buzz filled Club. What's not to love?!" Thanks AAC!
D.O., member since 2007
"I love the gym. The eucalyptus steam room is awesome. Yoga classes are just as good as a professional yoga studio; instructors are great. Love the set up too."
K.M., member since 2011
Please continue to fill out the Annapolis Athletic Club survey as it comes to your e-mail...we promise it takes less than three minutes! We love hearing from each and every one of you - we value our member's opinions!
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Dear AAC Members,
You should be proud of yourselves for taking care of your health and wellness, and we want to thank you for your membership to Annapolis Athletic Club. We enjoy working with you to make "Fitness your Way of Life". Please continue to let us know how we are doing and continue to share your comments, compliments, and suggestions.
In good health,
The AAC Team
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