We returned from a relaxing family vacation/reunion in Marco Island this past Sunday. As I reviewed my emails I found this great newsletter from Pleasant Valley Tennis and Fitness. Feeling short on time I thought I would simply copy the info to you, my faithful Pilates and fitness readers. Terri and Kathy at PVTFC do a great job motivating me to stay fit and healthy...I know you will find their professional advice encouraging as well!
Get Fit Newsletter (Ward off holiday inches) Weight Gain Season Begins
It's here—whether you're ready or not. Just look at the seasonal shelves in your favorite store. Retailers like to call it ‘holiday season' but let's be more accurate.
Weight Gain season begins now and runs straight through New Year's.
The next two months will bring ample opportunity for you to expand your waistline. Of course the choice is yours.
Why discuss it now and not mid way through December? Because now is your opportunity to plan for the weeks ahead. Once the craziness begins, you'll be too busy to put a plan into action.
So let's take this moment of clarity, this calm before the storm, to outline a two-part plan that will save your waist from unwanted holiday inches.
1) Part One: Your Exercise Plan. Exercise is the first thing people cut when they get busy, and the holiday season is notorious for empty gyms. This year do something different—obligate yourself to exercise. Promising to yourself won't do it, you need to promise to others so that you won't drop the ball.
If you approach the holidays with the mindset of, ‘I deserve to indulge and I shouldn't have to exercise' then you'll enter 2012 a few pounds heavier, a little less healthy, and with lower energy than ever before.
We believe that you deserve better. We believe that you should enter 2012 in better shape than you are today, healthier than you've been in a long time, and with more energy than you thought possible.
We are here to help – call or reply to this email to set up a fitness consultation with either of us. We would love to show you how to transform your body over the weeks to come.
Burn The MostActivities that require the coordination of your entire body, such as jogging, swimming, and the elliptical trainer, burn more calories than stabilized activities, such as a stationary bike. For maximal calorie burning, choose cardiovascular exercises that use your entire body.
Low Carb Pumpkin Muffins
Here's a muffin that isn't sugary, starchy and devoid of nutrients – like the muffins at your favorite coffee shop. These muffins are rich in beta-carotene and contain half an egg's worth of high quality protein. The delicately sweet flavor will satisfy and have you coming back for more.
Servings: 12
Here's what you need...
Motivate your friends, family and co-workers! Use the "refer a friend" link below to forward this newsletter and subscribe your friends.
Terri and Kathy
Pleasant Valley Tennis and Fitness Club
2754 Pleasant Valley Rd.
Jackson WI, 53037
262-677-3681
pvtfc.com
PV Club NewsThe Elf Run 11/27/2011 Join a group of your fellow fitness enthusiasts by participating in the Elf Run the Sunday after Thanksgiving in Oconomowoc. 5K and 10K races are available with start times of 9:00am and 9:30 am respectively. It is a flat course on paved streets suitable for winter running/walking. This is race #1 in the Great Lakes Multisport Winter Run Series, the Elf Run participants ALL Receive a ELF HAT and an event tee. Proceeds of the Winter Run Series benefit RACC (Racers Against Childhood Cancer). More information is available at greatlakesrunningseries.com or you can register at imathlete.com. Those interested can carpool with us from Pleasant Valley. Contact Terri or Kathy with any questions.
Next Group Run, 11/6/2011Our next group run is scheduled for Sunday, November 6th at 8:00 AM. We will meet at the Grasshopper Cafe in West Bend and run on area trails and roads. All levels will be accommodated so don't be shy! If you will be joining us for this run please contact Terri or Kathy.
Check out SpinningIf you're in need of something new in your workout routine, try our indoor cycling classes. They offer a moderate to intense workout that you determine. This is not just for cyclists. Our instructors will help you with proper bike setup and to determine the appropriate intensity for you. Check our Fitness class schedule at pvtfc.com or call 262-677-3681 for days and times.
Personal Training Introductory Offer
Buy 3 training sessions get 1 FREE! If you've ever considered working with a personal trainer now is the time to give it a try. Perfect for those new to fitness or looking to freshen up a stale routine. This offer is good for one-on-one, shared or bootcamp training sessions. Give Terri or Kathy a call at 262-677-3681 to set up your first session. This introductory offer is for new clients only.
Check it out!Great Lakes Running Series
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 262-677-3681
Web: pvtfc.com
It's here—whether you're ready or not. Just look at the seasonal shelves in your favorite store. Retailers like to call it ‘holiday season' but let's be more accurate.
Weight Gain season begins now and runs straight through New Year's.
The next two months will bring ample opportunity for you to expand your waistline. Of course the choice is yours.
Why discuss it now and not mid way through December? Because now is your opportunity to plan for the weeks ahead. Once the craziness begins, you'll be too busy to put a plan into action.
So let's take this moment of clarity, this calm before the storm, to outline a two-part plan that will save your waist from unwanted holiday inches.
1) Part One: Your Exercise Plan. Exercise is the first thing people cut when they get busy, and the holiday season is notorious for empty gyms. This year do something different—obligate yourself to exercise. Promising to yourself won't do it, you need to promise to others so that you won't drop the ball.
- Sign up to work with a fitness expert – This is the perfect solution for consistent, challenging and effective workouts. We'll give you the attention and assistance that you need to power through the holidays in better shape than ever – talk about motivating!
- Join a class – You won't be as effective exercising on your own during the busy holiday season, so join a class for accountability. Find something challenging that gets your heart rate elevated and uses strength training. Consider joining one of our bootcamp classes. You will get a great workout and enjoy the camaraderie and peer motivation of working out with others in the group.
- Get a serious exercise buddy – Some friends can be an awesome help while others end up pulling you down. When looking for an exercise buddy consider the following questions:
- Do they share your fitness goals?
- Are they fairly encouraging?
- Do they give up easily?
- Are they at your fitness level?
- Don't bring edible treats to the office or to parties. You know that the leftovers will come home and you'll end up eating far more than your share. This year do everyone a favor by not gifting fattening treats.
- When faced with a buffet line, load your plate first with greens, vegetables and lean meats before breads and heavier foods. Also drink water with your meal and keep alcoholic beverages to a 2-drink maximum.
- Beware of holiday drinks – most are brimming with calories. Hot drinks from coffee shops, cocktails at parties and creamy eggnog are all very enjoyable and all filled with empty calories. Stick with hot tea or unsweetened coffee.
- Everywhere you go during the holiday season brings you face-to-face with a plate of sweets. To avoid being a bore but without adding inches to your waist, try the one treat rule. Each time you're in a social situation that involves sweets just eat one, and enjoy your treat slowly.
If you approach the holidays with the mindset of, ‘I deserve to indulge and I shouldn't have to exercise' then you'll enter 2012 a few pounds heavier, a little less healthy, and with lower energy than ever before.
We believe that you deserve better. We believe that you should enter 2012 in better shape than you are today, healthier than you've been in a long time, and with more energy than you thought possible.
We are here to help – call or reply to this email to set up a fitness consultation with either of us. We would love to show you how to transform your body over the weeks to come.
Burn The MostActivities that require the coordination of your entire body, such as jogging, swimming, and the elliptical trainer, burn more calories than stabilized activities, such as a stationary bike. For maximal calorie burning, choose cardiovascular exercises that use your entire body.
Low Carb Pumpkin Muffins
Here's a muffin that isn't sugary, starchy and devoid of nutrients – like the muffins at your favorite coffee shop. These muffins are rich in beta-carotene and contain half an egg's worth of high quality protein. The delicately sweet flavor will satisfy and have you coming back for more.
Servings: 12
Here's what you need...
- 1/2 cup coconut flour (find at natural foods store)
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup canned pureed pumpkin
- 6 eggs, beaten
- 3 Tablespoon coconut oil, melted
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 12 pecans for topping
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Oil muffin pans.
- In a medium bowl, combine the coconut flour, spices, baking soda and salt.
- In another bowl, place the pumpkin puree then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add melted coconut, honey and vanilla and mix until well combined.
- Add the flour mixture to the pumpkin mixture, blend with a whisk until most lumps have disappeared.
- Spoon into prepared muffin pan, filling each muffin 2/3 full. Bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden.
- Place on wire rack to cool.
Motivate your friends, family and co-workers! Use the "refer a friend" link below to forward this newsletter and subscribe your friends.
Terri and Kathy
Pleasant Valley Tennis and Fitness Club
2754 Pleasant Valley Rd.
Jackson WI, 53037
262-677-3681
pvtfc.com
PV Club NewsThe Elf Run 11/27/2011 Join a group of your fellow fitness enthusiasts by participating in the Elf Run the Sunday after Thanksgiving in Oconomowoc. 5K and 10K races are available with start times of 9:00am and 9:30 am respectively. It is a flat course on paved streets suitable for winter running/walking. This is race #1 in the Great Lakes Multisport Winter Run Series, the Elf Run participants ALL Receive a ELF HAT and an event tee. Proceeds of the Winter Run Series benefit RACC (Racers Against Childhood Cancer). More information is available at greatlakesrunningseries.com or you can register at imathlete.com. Those interested can carpool with us from Pleasant Valley. Contact Terri or Kathy with any questions.
Next Group Run, 11/6/2011Our next group run is scheduled for Sunday, November 6th at 8:00 AM. We will meet at the Grasshopper Cafe in West Bend and run on area trails and roads. All levels will be accommodated so don't be shy! If you will be joining us for this run please contact Terri or Kathy.
Check out SpinningIf you're in need of something new in your workout routine, try our indoor cycling classes. They offer a moderate to intense workout that you determine. This is not just for cyclists. Our instructors will help you with proper bike setup and to determine the appropriate intensity for you. Check our Fitness class schedule at pvtfc.com or call 262-677-3681 for days and times.
Personal Training Introductory Offer
Buy 3 training sessions get 1 FREE! If you've ever considered working with a personal trainer now is the time to give it a try. Perfect for those new to fitness or looking to freshen up a stale routine. This offer is good for one-on-one, shared or bootcamp training sessions. Give Terri or Kathy a call at 262-677-3681 to set up your first session. This introductory offer is for new clients only.
Check it out!Great Lakes Running Series
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 262-677-3681
Web: pvtfc.com
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