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 Fitness Center
Update
Aug 16, 2010
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| FROM THE DIRECTOR |
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J.U.M.P. Notes
Just Us Making Progress
Click here to read Monique's August letter with news on "Studio J," equipment repair procedures and towel etiquette.
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| DID YOU KNOW? |
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 We have a busy month planned!
Opening Day at the J - Class Registration and Open House
Sunday, Aug 22 • 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Open Gymnastics
• Tour our Facilities
• Prize Giveaways and Drawings
• Class Demos
Fitness Center Member Appreciation Party
Sunday, Aug 29 • 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
You are all invited to our member appreciation party! We will have drawings, dancing, master classes, and just appreciate you! We will also offer reformer and TRX demos. No need to sign up - just stop by any station on Aug 29, and we will give a test drive! View the flyer...
Bring a Friend Week
Aug 29 - Sept 3
Fitness Center members who bring a guest to work out during this week will be entered into a drawing for a great prize!
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SEPTEMBER FITNESS CENTER HOLIDAY HOURS
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| Labor Day |
Monday, Sept 6 |
Open 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Erev Rosh Hashanah |
Wednesday, Sept 8 |
Open 5:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
| Rosh Hashanah |
Thursday, Sept 9 & Friday, Sept 10 |
Closed |
| Erev Yom Kippur |
Friday, Sept 17 |
Open 5:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. |
| Yom Kippur |
Saturday, Sept 18 |
Closed |
| Erev Sukkot |
Wednesday, Sept 22 |
Open 5:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Sukkot |
Thursday, Sept 23 & Friday, Sept 24 |
Closed |
| Erev Shemini Atzeret |
Wednesday, Sept 29 |
Open 5:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Shemini Atzeret |
Thursday, Sept 30 |
Closed |
| Simchat Torah |
Friday, Oct 1 |
Closed |
Click here for printable version
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| PERSONAL TRAINING UPDATE |
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EXCITING NEWS!
We will be launching our new Training Studio, “STUDIO J,” in October! This new studio will offer group reformer sessions, TRX group training, and personal training in a private environment. The studio is located upstairs, where the former spin studio was. In September ask for a tour, and we will be glad to give you a walk through! If you would like to sign up for a reformer class demo or a TRX training demo email me!
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Best Wishes...
We would like to wish Sal Garza all the best as he and his family leave the Houston area. At the end of the month Sal will no longer be with us, and we will miss his great talents as a trainer. Please take a minute to tell Sal “Good Luck”!
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| GROUP EX UPDATE |
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 We will be launching our new Training Studio Hula Hoop class on Sunday, Sept 12. The class will run through Oct 24. Classes are held in the Fitness Center from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m. and are taught by Trina Mosley.
Sign up early, space is limited. Hoops can purchased at the Fitness Center for $30 and the cost for the session is only $40 for members. Come join us!
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So You Think You Can Dance? Check out Zumba!
Tues • 9:30 a.m., Mon & Wed • 6:00 p.m.
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NUTRITION CORNER
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 Looking for a place to buy fresh, healthy, organic foods? The JCC participates in an organic food program in partnership with Home Sweet Farm to present the first Hazon's Community-Supported Agriculture Project (CSA) in the Houston area.
To register for the 2010 winter season, visit the JCC website at www.jcchouston.org/csa or contact Jennifer Handy at 713-729-3200 ext. 3244.
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| HEALTH & WELLNESS UPDATE |
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If the Shoe Fits, Wear It! Find the Perfect Workout Shoe for You
By Nicole Nichols, Fitness Instructor and Liz Noelcke
Your feet work hard every day, carrying you through your daily tasks while you walk, stand, carry, lift, climb, clean, work, and exercise. If you neglect your feet—especially during a workout—then your feet with have to deal with swelling, blisters, and lasting discomfort on top of everything else. Read the full article...
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 Bone Health 101
By Blair Bushong, Personal Training Coordinator
There are 206 bones in the adult human skeleton, which are responsible for providing a support structure for the muscular attachments in addition to protecting the soft tissues throughout the body. Proper nutrition and exercise are essential to maintaining healthy bones. Read the full article.
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EQUIPMENT SPOTLIGHT
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 TRX Suspension Trainer
Born in the U.S. Navy SEALs and developed by Fitness Anywhere®, Suspension Training® is a revolutionary method of leveraged bodyweight exercise. Safely perform hundreds of exercises that build power, strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and prevent injuries, all at the intensity you choose. Want to know more? Go to www.fitnessanywhere.com.
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Just a reminder of the FUN to come!
Remember
“YOUR BODY IS A MACHINE”
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FACILITY NEWS
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Click here for details on our Guest Pass Policy effective Sept 1.
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MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION
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click here for printable copy
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For more information on any of these listings or the JCC Fitness Center
please call 713-551-7211 or visit our website
Jewish Community Center of Houston
5601 S. Braeswood
Houston, TX 77096-3907
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