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September is National Yoga Month! Yoga is available at every Healthtrax location as part of our mind/body programs.

This month on our TraxTalk blog, we highlight  some of the many benefits of yoga

A Moment of Mindfulness

What are you doing right now? Chances are you're doing more than one thing. Multi-tasking isn't just tiring, it can affect your ability to remember things and even change your neurological pathways because of the brain's ability to adapt (neuroplasticity).

So ... take a moment now to stop. Just close your eyes and focus on your breathing for one minute. Return to the everyday bustle, but try to commit to at least three moments of mindfulness each day.

Source: Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences Journal
* Must refer a friend who joins on a regular membership plan between  September 1-30, 2019 . Free month of dues applicable to current individual monthly rate. Only valid on certain membership types. Some restrictions apply. See Membership Advisor for more information.
"You didn't come this far to only come this far."
 
Two years ago today I made a decision that changed my life. I was 38, a wife and a working mother of two young boys. I had been overweight for half of my twenties and all of my thirties and I was fed up. At my biggest I was a size 24 and tipped the scales at 280 lbs. I was skeptical and wasn't sure if I would succeed, as I had failed so many times before.
 
I started off by changing my relationship with food and the weight started to come off, but I felt I needed something more. I had belonged to gyms in the past but never found a place where I was comfortable. I tried Healthtrax on the P.R.E.P. program and immediately knew that this was the place for me. The members and staff were so friendly and welcoming. I started to attend group fitness classes and although I was intimidated at first, my fears quickly subsided. The instructors and trainers at Healthtrax kept me motivated and engaged and showed me options to customize workouts for my fitness level. Their coaching, energy and encouragement got me hooked and kept me coming back. This facility has a great sense of community and support and the people have become a second family to me.

Fast forward to today: I am down 125 pounds, went from size 24 to size 6, and from a 2XL shirt to a small. I  have become obsessed with fitness and am active every day. I am able to run for the first time in my life and have completed multiple 5Ks, OCRs, one 10K and one half marathon. I belong to the best gym with the most amazing staff and members. I loved it so much I recently became a certified Mossa group fitness instructor, something I never thought possible.     

I want to thank the people that supported me and pushed me each and every day. They encouraged me to keep going and never, EVER give up.

Remember that anything is possible if you put your mind to it! 

-- Jaime Rodriguez, Healthtrax member and group fitness instructor
      
TRIBE Team Training FREE Trial Week 

When you're part of a TRIBE Team Training class, you'll get a challenging workout as part of a small group. Cheer each other on and be motivated by the support of your team and group Trainer as you work to achieve your workout goals. Join us and learn something new and fun!

Invite your friends, family or co-workers to join you for FREE Trial Week! And be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

FREE Trial Week September 16-22
Season starts September 23
See Fitness staff for schedule
      

Contact Danielle Spiro or the fitness desk for details and to register. 
The MYZONE Fitness Tracker Is Back 

The MYZONE tracks the effort of your workout and displays real time heart rate, calories and percentage of effort in 5 color-coded zones. It automatically creates an online logbook for all of your activity, allows you to store up to 16 hours of activity data and connects to third-party equipment and smart phone apps for maximum usage.

The MYZONE is available for purchase at the Fitness Desk and the Front Desk. Members receive a 20% discount and Tribe and personal training clients receive a 30% discount. This is a great gift for friends and family at any time of the year.

$99 + tax
Pool Air Structure 

The air structure will be installed on the pool on Saturday, September 21. The pool will close at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, September 20 and will reopen Sunday, September 22

Feel free to use the pools at the East Longmeadow or Enfield, CT locations in the interim.

Thank you in advance for your patience!
Kids Konditioning Class Returns in October

This FREE fitness class for our youngest members is a great opportunity to get kids up and moving! They will enjoy circuits, team games, relay races and fitness activities.  For kids ages 7 to 12.  

Starts in October--check Center for date and time
FREE

Contact Cameron Spurr at 413-781-0181 for details.
We also offer private and semi-private lessons for kids as well as adults. All lessons are offered through Water Wonders Swim School and are held at Healthrax. (Registration must be done through Water Wonders.)

September 9-November 3
8-week sessions
Days & times vary
30-minute classes meet 1x/week
$112 members / $140 nonmembers
30-minute private lessons available for $45/session

Contact Becky Bennett of Water Wonders Swim School at 413-367-7946 for details and to register.
Functional Fitness Small Group Training

Our Functional Fitness SGT class features work on the TRX, BOSU balance trainers, stability balls, VIPRs, kettlebells and body weight. This is a great class for anyone wanting to try something new and challenging. 

Starts September 9
Mondays or Saturdays
4 weeks
$60

Contact Kim Tanimoto for details and to register.

Advertise Your Business or Practice to Healthtrax Members!

Would you like a new way to advertise your business or practice to your fellow local Healthtrax members? Healthtrax is offering advertising in our monthly enewsletter. Your ad will be seen by over 1,000 members each month. We offer monthly ad options or annual packages.

Ads are sold on a first-come, first-served basis and space is limited. For more information, email [email protected].
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