Be Fit For Life Central Alberta Newsletter
Red Deer College Be Fit For Life Centre 
October 2015 
Our Vision: Albertans living
active, healthy lifestyles 
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From lunges to planks to squats - are you incorporating the latest fitness trends into your workouts?

The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) announced its annual fitness trend forecast based on survey responses from thousands of fitness professionals. See our summary of the top ten trends below.

Fall programs at the Be Fit For Life Centre are in full swing! Visit our website to view all upcoming classes.
Featured Program
Adult Fitness Sampler - NEW

Ready to get fit but not sure which exercise is best suited for you? Try a variety of fitness activities that will get you moving and help you discover your passion. This exciting new course offers eight energetic sessions in yoga, Cross-Fit, Pilates, circuit training, zumba and more!

Oct 21 - Dec 9, 2015
Wed, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
RDC News
It was a significant and meaningful show of support for Red Deer College on September 14, as a combined $8 million in donations were announced in support of RDC's Centre for Health, Wellness & Sport.
 
The series of gifts included the largest single donation the College has ever received, a $5 million gift from Gary Harris, whose philanthropy is playing an essential role in the next chapter of RDC's growth.

The Centre is scheduled for groundbreaking later this fall. Learn more.

Youth Programs
This fall, we have a new instructor for the popular youth basketball program, HOOPS!

Meet Jake, coach and Red Deer College alumni. 

Some may recognize Jake from helping out with a variety of RDC sport camps in the past few years. This is his first time running HOOPS, a nine-week developmental program for ages 6-11.

"I can't wait to see some familiar faces, as well as the new kids who are just starting their basketball journeys," he says. 

Read more on our website.

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Community Events

@Red Deer Hot Yoga
Oct 5 - Nov 13
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 Nov 6 - 14

Nov 16 - 17

 Click the links above for more info.

Fitness Tips
Top 10 fitness trends for 2015:

1. Body Weight Training: Uses minimal equipment, making it more affordable and allowing people to get "back to the basics".

2. High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT): Short bursts of activity followed by a short period of rest or recovery. 

3. Educated and Experienced Fitness Professionals: Consumers
are choosing accredited professionals.

4. Strength Training: An essential part of a complete exercise program for all physical activity levels. 

5. Personal Training: Education, training and proper credentialing have become increasingly important.

6. Exercise and Weight Loss: In addition to nutrition, exercise is a key component of a proper weight loss program. 

7. Yoga: Based on ancient tradition, yoga utilizes a series of specific bodily postures practiced for health and relaxation. 

8. Fitness for Older Adults: As the baby boom generation ages, age-appropriate fitness programs are developed.

9. Functional Fitness: This is a trend toward using strength training to improve balance and ease of daily living. 

10. Group Personal Training: Many personal trainers are offering group training options for two or three people at once.

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