1. health and fitness

new outdoor health club? It’s in Motion!
Our latest expansion includes an all new outdoor workout
area and running track! Perfect for Seniors, Kids, Moms
(strollers available), and Elite Athletes. The area will be safe,
secure, well lit, include restrooms, covered stations with ceiling fans, and beautiful landscaping. There will be an 880’
Rubber Running/Walking Track, 100 Yard Sprint Track with
Timers, a Climbing Wall and Yoga Stations. All this coming to
the club you already know and love!
what’s new at in motion
Construction has started on the Kids In Motion expansion!
This means that our outside play structure is on its way! Over
the next few months you can expect to see plenty of progress
as we begin prepping to open our outside area and its brand
new play structure! What is this structure going to look like,
you may ask? Two stories of colorful fun for a wide range of
ages! From slides to rope bridges, ziplines to rock walls, there
will be something for everyone to enjoy.
We are also getting a new Cable Crossover and will be updating the Men’s General Showers. We’ve already installed a
new energy efficient roof and gave Cardio Theatre a makeover. We are always “In Motion” working on improving every
day. Just one of our many ways of letting you know that we
are invested in our members and we are always thankful for
your continued support.
Here’s just a sample of what’s coming!
Outdoor Cardio Machines - Ellipticals, Steppers, Recumbent Bikes, Stationary Bikes, Upper Body Ergometers, etc.
Outdoor Weight Machines - Chest Press, Lat Pull, Squats,
Leg Press, Arms, Abs, Hammer Strength, etc.
Parkour Stations - Warped Wall, Vaulting Walls, Balance
Posts, Salmon Ladder, etc.
Parcouse Stations - Pull-Ups, Sit-Ups, Abs, Stretching, Rings,
Bar Dips, etc.
free stuff
Just display your window cling on your mode of transportation to your health club. Each month, we will post pictures of
those who are displaying In Motion colors. Win a shirt, some
grub, and other cool things. DISPLAY TODAY!
This month’s winner is below center:
customer service
Please remember as the New Year approaches, the gym gets
a little busier, which means congestion up at the front desk.
Here’s a list of simple things we can do to make the check-in
process much smoother:
-Have scan cards ready to go.
-Download our App for another convenient way to have your
scan tags accessible
-Consider switching payments to EFT, this will significantly
reduce your wait time up at the front.
If you know of any time saving suggestions, let us know on
our website!
personal training holiday special
Give the gift of wellness! Right now you can get $100 off 20
pack, $75 off 12 pack, $50 off 6 pack, $25 off 3 pack. Includes
one hour and synergy (one hour) sessions. Participating trainers only. Special ends December 31st.
fitstart - your beginning
Kick off 2015 with a jump-start to your workout program. For
only $15 you can schedule your Fit Start session. You will meet
with a certified Personal Trainer for a one hour, one-on-one
workout to mix up your current program. Your personal trainer will design an individualized fitness routine, review your
fitness goals, provide an orientation to some of the newer
equipment on the floor (FreeMotion circuit and other cardio
machines) design and provide a workout program that you
can keep. Following your session, you can schedule your FREE
consultation with a Live the Lifestyle Coach for nutrition and
diet recommendations. Please see a membership representative to schedule your session today!
YOGA
Yoga is a wonderful tool that anyone can use to strengthen
the body. It’s also a way for members to focus on the selfreflective aspects of the practice rather than “the perfect
pose”. At IMF, our certified yoga staff provides an inviting
atmosphere that offers novice and seasoned members a
place to build self-confidence, thereby reinforcing and acknowledging the potential for self-transformation. Moreover, members are encouraged to view the body as a vehicle
for self transformation that can help students experience or
feel what they may be avoiding. In asanas (yoga postures),
we can freely stay (or flow) in the non-painful discomfort,
breathe and transform. We relate the discomfort in asanas
to the discomfort in life, so as to encourage students to stay
with difficult feelings as a way to explore breakthroughs,
cultivate balance and strength and apply this experience
to the healing process. Pranayama and meditation are also
important tools in alternative settings; explore using them
to go more deeply and safely into hidden feelings and stop
the cycles of obsessive thinking.
group x
During the holidays when time is limited, more than ever members should resist the urge to skip their workout and instead
commit to setting aside productive group exercise class time
that will allow the opportunity to train with focused efficiency.
Even during the holiday season, IMF members have a HUGE
selection of GX, Cycling, Yoga and Aqua classes taught by experienced and certified staff, whose main purpose and focus is
to assist members in achieving their health and wellness goals
throughout the year. By simply adding two more glasses of water a day, a couple more classes, and yes 2 more hours of rest a
week, you’re off to a good start in establishing healthy habits by
the end of the year. New Year’s Day, you can get your workout in
and still celebrate and have your piece of cake too.
senior spotlight
John Burke, age 72
Hobbies: Art
My goal: Getting my
physical and mental
health back
My exercise program has
helped me: Walk better
and feel better
I love this club because:
The staff and environment
is great! I have been in a
lot of clubs from Santa
Barbara to Redding and
THIS club is the best!
John’s Story: Three years ago I had reconstructive back
surgery and I lost all mobility and strength in my left leg. I
was confined to a wheelchair for awhile. I had an extensive
rehabilitation process and have come SO far. When I started
at In Motion, I joined the Water Wellness class first and did
the pool only for awhile. Then I added the fitness floor component and was able to really increase my endurance and
strength. My goal then became to improve balance so that
I could walk better so I also joined the beginning Wellness
Challenge class and I love it! I now come 5 days a week and
think that the combination of Senior Wellness and Wellness
Challenge has been the most successful therapy for regaining my mobility, strength, and quality of life!
B.a.m. 2015
Our annual Body and Mind Conference (B.A.M.) will once
again hit the north state Feb. 20-22 with its array of the top
presenters in the world, workshops of cutting-edge fitness
techniques, FREE expo of products and services, and the ever
fun charity workout where someone will win a pink BOSU Balance Trainer. Look for the brochure right after Christmas. We
are proud to host the largest fitness conference north of San
Francisco right here at In Motion Fitness. Contact Lori Pine at
[email protected] or 530-343-5678 ext. 324 for
info or vendor booths.
in mo phone app
Sorry, but currently under new construction. We should have
this resolved by the 1st of the year. And if you don’t have our
free phone app, be sure to download and use it to check in,
check schedules, contact us, etc.
holiday basket raffle
It’s back, the Holiday Basket Raffle! Four lucky winners will be
taking home the baskets (displayed near front desk)…one for
entertaining, one for kids, one for holiday stress-relief, and one
with a stuffed dancing/singing hippo. Drawing will be Dec. 21.
All proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. Support our
cause and give yourself the chance to be the lucky winner by
purchasing your charitable tickets today ($2 each or 3 for $5)
and place in the container for the prize of your choice. Help us
in our search for the CURE!
aquatics
This holiday season give yourself the gift of fitness by joining
an In Motion Fitness Aqua Aerobics class. You deserve some
time for yourself and what better way to spend it than enjoying one of our classes. Our pool is heated to a comfortable
temperature all winter long. We have a variety of classes starting at 6 am with our last class at 5:30 pm. We even have a
Saturday class at 10 am. Our classes are taught by experienced
and qualified instructors who will help guide you through
your workout. If you’ve never tried Aqua Aerobics, there is no
better time. It is not only a low impact workout but it will get
your heart pumping and your body moving! Check out In Motion’s Aqua schedule and attend the class that best meets your
needs! You’ll be glad you did!
your christmas shopping
Hey procrastinators! Use your health club to give out gifts that
have “healthful” significance. Here’s your Christmas list (can you
say, ‘one-stop shopping’?)
Mommy Mildred – Women’s Executive Locker
Daddy Don – 1 yr Membership (he needs it, he works too much!)
Grandma Ruth – P.T. Classes
Grandpa Ed – Pilates from Healthy U
Sister Suzi – A new hairstyle from the Cutting Room
Brother Bob – Massage from Renew
Cousin Gus – Physical Therapy from O Physical Therapy
Cousin Cathy – Personal Training (needs to lose 20lbs. before the
wedding)
Niece Nicki – Swim Lessons through N.V.S.S.
Nephew Nick – Cabana Café Gift Certificate
Uncle Buck – FitStart (Only $15 - don’t know Uncle Buck very well)
Auntie Ann – In Mo Duffle Bag
Neighbor Ned – In Mo T-Shirt
Done! Wow, what a great shopping spree with stuff my family
can actually use! Merry Christmas from everyone at In Motion.
cabana cafe
Remember, your Café is available to rent for your next office
party, birthday party, or any social gathering. The combination
of the outside fire pit with the inside dining room provides a
great atmosphere for your special events. Please contact Kelli
for more details.
Get your soup early! Kelli’s great, daily soups are selling out
early, so be sure to stop in and place your order. You can also
pre-order for dinner orders, but again, be sure to do this early!
Your Cabana is also serving “Pre-Workouts” daily. Stop in and
ask any staff how to jump start your workout.
n.v.s.s.
Happy Holidays to everyone! North Valley Swim School has
moved under the canopy and will remain there until the
weather turns. We are hoping to return to the lesson pool by
late February or early March. We are running the “Snowman
Special” during December. If you register and pay for the Winter session by December 18th we will waive the $20 annual registration fee. Gift certificates are available as well as goggles,
caps, and swim diapers. They make great stocking stuffers! We
will be making a change in 2015. The IMFASTEST class will be
held from 6:00-6:30 in the lap pool. We hope this change helps
with the 5:00 crowd at the lap pool. We had a call after the
Thanksgiving break: One of our clients 1 1/2yrs old fell into her
family’s pool. She did the right thing and turned around and
grabbed the wall! She was safe before Dad jumped in to save
her! It is always a good feeling to know you help save a life.
Swim lessons do save lives and are not just for kids!
Kids in motion
Happy Holidays from everyone here at Kids In Motion! Tis the
season of giving, loving, and (inevitably) shopping! Here at
Kids In Motion we will be holding our annual Drop & Shop.
Parents will be able to drop their kids off at 5:30pm on Friday
the 19th and then leave to help Santa get things ready for the
big day! The event goes all the way to 9:30pm so you will have
plenty of time to do what you need to do! While you are out
the kids will be having a blast making crafts, playing games,
decorating cookies, eating pizza, and watching a holiday movie. Pricing is $18 for the first child and $15 for each subsequent
child. To sign up for the Drop & Shop feel free to contact us at
Kids In Motion! Happy Holidays!
cycling
Sprinting is a common movement done in indoor cycling
classes. Last month, short sprints were discussed & this month
long sprints. A long sprint is defined as an all-out effort of 30
seconds with 4 minutes of recovery to follow. Remember that
heavy resistance + acceleration is what makes a sprint, not just
speeding up. You should feel exhausted after a long sprint &
you will want a long recovery afterwards in preparation for the
next one. Long sprints have several benefits. First they make
you stronger by working fast twitch muscle fiber if you loaded
the flywheel appropriately. Secondly, they increase your lung
capacity, known as Max V02 which improves your cardiovascular fitness level. Thirdly, you tap into all 3 of your fuel sources
for exercise: Creatine Phosphate gets used up first, then Lactic
Acid and at the very end Fatty Acids. Fat is also utilized in the
after-burn for recovery. The key however is building up your
ability to do long sprints & that takes time. Gradually increase
your sprint time until you can perform all-out for 30 seconds.
Sprints only need be done 1-2x/week.
THANKS leasa
The many women and men who attend the Mon., Wed., and Fri.
Forever Fit classes feel extremely fortunate to have Leasa Torgerson as their instructor. All too often, good deserving people
go unnoticed for their genuine efforts. Therefore, in appreciation of Leasa’s efforts in teaching her wonderful classes, the
entire group (spearheaded by class member, Brenda Andersen)
presented Leasa with a $250 gift card to buy some items she
may want or need for her newly purchased (first) new home.
You go girl!
Artisan of the Month
Custom Crafted Art Treasures Created by 30+ of Chico’s Esteemed Local
Artisans. Artisans interested in displaying your art at IMF, please contact Lance @ 343-5678 (ext 112)
Who: Bob Hill
What: Aztec Style Waterfall/Seat Wall Rock Art
Here at In Mo: By the Resort Pool and Splash Park
Members Supporting Members
We are able to offer a great advertising opportunity
through our own internal marketing program. How
would you like to reach 2,000 customers each day? We
pride ourselves on patronage to our members and their
businesses, and would like to extend the same opportunity to you. This includes newsletters (hard copy and electronically), ad space on our web page, exposure in our 40
page club brochure, our electronic board and more.
For more information, please contact Chris Conway @
343-5678 Ext. 104 or cconway@ inmotionfitness.net.
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