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Weight Floor Closed in July for Maintenance and Equipment Upgrades Starting on July 5, the weight floor will begin to close for cleaning and maintenance. During this time, Life Fitness will also be installing new weight equipment. The floor will be completely closed between Friday, July 8 and Friday, July 15. This will only effect the weight training equipment (just right of the stairs). The cardio equipment, track, gym and studios will still be open. • Searching for the Six-Pack When members come to me looking to get into better shape, the most popular question I hear is “What do I have to do to get a six-pack?” So what are some of the best ways to achieve a flat, toned midsection and desirable six-pack? Unfortunately, there is not one, simple fix that will work for everybody. Getting in shape takes exercise, clean eating, and for some, the luck of genetics. Exercise Our bodies midsection is called the core for a reason. While our front ab muscles are part of the core, the lower spine and side areas of our midsection work together to help keep the core strong. It is a common misconception that doing crunches a few times a week will help you get the defined midsection we all crave. However, this is not always true. A great exercise that works the entire core at once is the plank. Planking is a body weight exercise that utilizes more than 20 muscles at one time. Some of the muscles that work during a plank are the core, thighs, glutes, shoulders and arms. Plank position requires you to hold your body in a flat, straight line for a period of time. You can also try variations of the exercise on your side or by using only one arm or leg at a time. Clean Eating When it comes to getting a flat stomach, eating clean and reducing excess body fat is just as important as exercising. By shedding the layer of fat on top of the core muscles, it is easier to see muscle definition. Genetics Sometimes, even with proper exercise and eating, people can’t seem to create the chiseled six-pack they want. Like many other aspects of our overall health, genetics plays a role in the way our bodies look, feel and act. While everybody can fluctuate when it comes to body shape and muscle definition, some people simply cannot get the exact look they want without resorting to extreme or unhealthy measures. When working hard to achieve our ideal bodies, always remember that it is better to be strong and healthy in the long run, even if your six-pack looks more like a two liter. — Lynn Madsen, ACE Certified Personal Trainer • THE BAC CONNECTION Fitness • PerFormance • HealtH • Fun VOLUME 16 • NUMBER 7 • JULY 2016 DELI COMBO SPECIAL Add chips and a drink to any sandwich, wrap or quesadilla for $1 BAC DELI through July 31 Follow us: facebook.com/ bronsonathleticclub.com July Specials 6789 Elm Valley Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 bronsonathleticclub.com • (269) 544-3200 July at the BAC Independence Day Monday, July 4 Club hours: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Youth Center and Deli closed
Transcript of VOLUME 16 • NUMBER 7 • JULY 2016 The BAC ConneCTion€¦ · party, look fabulous in your dress...
Weight Floor Closed in July for Maintenance and Equipment UpgradesStarting on July 5, the weight floor will begin to close for cleaning and maintenance. During this time, Life Fitness will also be installing new weight equipment. The floor will be completely closed between Friday, July 8 and Friday, July 15. This will only effect the weight training equipment (just right of the stairs). The cardio equipment, track, gym and studios will still be open. •
Searching for the Six-PackWhen members come to me looking to get into better shape, the most popular question I hear is “What do I have to do to get a six-pack?” So what are some of the best ways to achieve a flat, toned midsection and desirable six-pack?Unfortunately, there is not one, simple fix that will work for everybody. Getting in shape takes exercise, clean eating, and for some, the luck of genetics.Exercise Our bodies midsection is called the core for a reason. While our front ab muscles are part of the core, the lower spine and side areas of our midsection work together to help keep the core strong. It is a common misconception that doing crunches a few times a week will help you get the defined midsection we all crave. However, this is not always true. A great exercise that works the entire core at once is the plank. Planking is a body weight exercise that utilizes more than 20 muscles at one time. Some of the muscles that work during a plank are the core, thighs, glutes, shoulders and arms. Plank position requires you to hold your body in a flat, straight line for a period of time. You can also try variations of the exercise on your side or by using only one arm or leg at a time. Clean Eating When it comes to getting a flat stomach, eating clean and reducing excess body fat is just as important as exercising. By shedding the layer of fat on top of the core muscles, it is easier to see muscle definition. Genetics Sometimes, even with proper exercise and eating, people can’t seem to create the chiseled six-pack they want. Like many other aspects of our overall health, genetics plays a role in the way our bodies look, feel and act. While everybody can fluctuate when it comes to body shape and muscle definition, some people simply cannot get the exact look they want without resorting to extreme or unhealthy measures. When working hard to achieve our ideal bodies, always remember that it is better to be strong and healthy in the long run, even if your six-pack looks more like a two liter. — Lynn Madsen, ACE Certified Personal Trainer •
The BAC ConneCTionF i t n e s s • P e r F o r m a n c e • H e a lt H • F u n
VOLUME 16 • NUMBER 7 • JULY 2016
DELI COMBO SPECIAL
Add chips and a drink to any sandwich, wrap or
quesadilla for $1BAC DELI through July 31
Follow us: facebook.com/bronsonathleticclub.com
July Specials
6789 Elm Valley Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49009 bronsonathleticclub.com • (269) 544-3200
July at the BACIndependence Day
Monday, July 4Club hours: 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Youth Center and Deli closed
Bridal BootCAMP 2016
ALERT: Summer Session Swim Lessons and Swim Teams have been combined into one 10-week session.
Group Swim Lessons and BAC Dolphins Swim TeamSwim program 10-week summer session is currently underway. No classes or practice during the week of July 4.
JULY–AUGUST 2016
PROGRAMS | CLASSES PERSONAL TRAINING [email protected]
BAC TED* Talks *Trainer Education and Development
The Truth About Sugar. Join us for an enlightening and informative talk with Jeremy Mutchler, BAC Athletic Trainer,
about ideal sugar consumption, reading sugar on food labels and the effects sugar has on the body. WHEN Wednesday, July 20, 5 to 5:30 p.m. COST Free for everyone
Kettlebell Intro Course Check out Kettlebell FIT class times on our group-x schedule. Before attending, please take the intro course scheduled the first Tuesday and Thursday of each month. WHEN Tuesdays, July 5 and August 2, 5 p.m. Thursdays, July 7 and August 4, 7 p.m. COST Free for members | Nonmember $10
AQUATICS (269) 544-3232 [email protected]
GROUP-X | PROGRAMS [email protected]
Self-Defense: How to Not Be a Victim Recognize, eliminate and avoid potential trouble by becoming more aware of your daily surroundings. Learn how to release yourself from different grabs and holds.WHEN Saturday, July 30, 1 to 3:30 p.m. COST Free for members | Nonmember $30
Bridal Bootcamp Say ‘I Do’ With a FIT New You! Do you have a summer or fall wedding coming up? Brides-to-be, grooms-to-be and members of the wedding party, look fabulous in your dress or tux for the special day. Personal Trainer Jordan Foreman will show you some tough love, and whip you into shape for the march down the aisle. Arrive at the altar in fitness and in health! Bridal Bootcamp includes 12 workouts.WHEN Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, July 11 to August 5,
7 to 8 a.m. or 6 to 7 p.m.COST Member $199 | Nonmember $249
Youth Primal Fitness Teens—Check Out This Cool New ProgramKids: Start back to school in the fall with a great new shape! Your friends won’t believe what a difference eating clean and working out smarter has made. Learn the secrets of success from our rockin’ personal trainers, Rob and Jeremy.Parents: Here’s a great introduction to a lifetime of movement success! Your teen will receive challenging (yet fun-filled) instructional workouts incorporating fundamental (or as we say, “primal”) movement skills.WHEN Mondays through Thursdays, July 11 to 28,
9:30 to 10:30 a.m. or 6 to 7 p.m. COST Member $199 | Nonmember $249
NEW
NEW
Jeremy Mutchler
JUST FOR KIDS [email protected]
FREE Dance MixersGet ready to move and have some fun! Our casual dance mixers feature music from the 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond, with dance favorites from Motown to Country to Classic Rock. No partner is needed; just bring your dancing feet.WHEN Wednesdays, 7 to 8:30 p.m. COST Free for everyone
Spirit Racing Bronson DiscountsBAC members and Bronson employees can receive a discount for Spirit Racing LLC events. Coupon code for online registration is: bronson16. The BAC is sponsoring the Kids Get Active Triathlon on August 13. www.spiritracing.us
Summer Basketball ClinicsKeep your kids active and entertained this summer with fun and skill-building at the BAC. Our popular basketball clinic is back with sessions for two age levels for boys and girls. WHEN Monday through Friday, July 19 to 22 | August 15 to 19 10 to 10:45 a.m. (ages 6–8) | 11 to 11:45 a.m. (ages 9–12) COST Member $50 | Nonmember $75
BAC Twirlers Drop-in Twirl Days Drop in and learn all about the twirling program at the BAC, led by award-winning instructor Kyle Keiser. WHEN Monday, July 25, 9 to 11 a.m. COST Member $10 per day | Nonmember $12.50
Move, Tumble, Dance and PlayA fun fusion of movement, dance and tumbling. A parent or guardian must be present and participate for children ages 18 months through two years. A recital will be at the end of class on the last day of the session. Sessions also planned for Aug. 1 to 29.
WHEN Mondays, June 13–July 25 (6 weeks; no class July 4) 4:30–5 p.m. (18 months–2 years) | 5:15 to 6 p.m. (ages 3–5) COST Member $60 | Nonmember $90
FROZEN IN JULYYour child will love our summer youth clinics, featuring fun activities, movement and music with some favorite characters.WHEN Monday through Thursday, July 11 to 14
9 to 9:45 a.m. (3 year-olds) | 10 to 10:45 a.m. (4 to 6 years) | 11 to 11:45 a.m. (7 to 9 years)
Final performance for all age groups will take place at 6 p.m. on Thursday evening.
OTHER PROGRAMS AT THE BAC PROGRAMS | RECREATION [email protected]
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Annual Pool Maintenance Coming in August/ SeptemberRoutine maintenance is an important part of keeping any pool functioning properly. From Friday, August 19 until Monday, September 12, our pool facility will be closed. During this time, the pools will undergo all necessary and routine maintenance, including cleaning and resurfacing. The pools will also have a new heating and cooling system and ADA compliant lifts installed. While our pools are closed, BAC members are allowed to swim laps at the YMCA, located on Maple Street in Kalamazoo. More information about the pool closure will be available in August. •
New Activeware in Pro ShopWe are excited to partner with Katie K Premium Activeware as the exclusive West Michigan retailer. Katie K offers a full line of activeware made of double-fit technology and blends style with function. Sizes range from small to 3x. Stop by the Pro Shop and pick up some new, fun workout gear! •
To anyone who has met me, it is no secret that I love to dance. When I started dancing at the age of 3, I did it simply because it was fun. Today I dance because it is fun, but also because of the health benefits it provides. When I get to dance, I call it my “hour of happy.” I currently teach two group exercise classes at the BAC that incorporate different elements of dance fitness – ZUMBA® and LeBARRE.Zumba is known for its Latin inspired dance movements paired with both Latin and international music. The basic Latin dance rhythms include merengue, salsa, cumbia and reggaeton. During my classes, I enjoy adding a few hip-hop inspired songs and routines to add more diversity and excitement to the workouts. LeBARRE brings several dance-like elements together with traditional fitness moves to enhance the traditional ballet BARRE (Balance, Agility, Resistance, Recovery and Eloquence) experience. Class participants can expect to improve muscular strength and endurance, overall flexibility and total body coordination.
According to ACEFITNESS.org, dance can provide several health benefits – both physically and mentally. The New England Journal of Medicine also notes that dancing is associated with a lower risk of developing dementia. So if you are looking for a new way to mix up your workout routine, join me for a dance class and find your “hour of happy”! For more information or class times, check out our group exercise schedule at BronsonAthleticClub.com.— Erica Stenger, Group Exercise Instructor •
Dance Fitness: Get Healthy with Various Forms of Dance
HEALTH BENEFITS OF DANCEPhysical:• Cardiovascular conditioning• Weight loss and weight management • Improved bone density• Improved muscle strength• Improved coordination• Improved balanceMental:• Reduced stress and chronic fatigue • Improved energy and mood• Increased self-esteem• Improved memory
