Member Spotlight
Derek Emerson
Derek Emerson has been a member of LIFT Wellness Center since May 2020. He started his journey with LIFT for a variety of reasons, however, none more profound than his sense of being a great family man. As Derek stated himself, “One day, I want to be able to see my grandkids and great-grandkids grow up, and that will only happen if I take care of this body God gave me.”
To be able to see that dream come to fruition, Derek came to LIFT Wellness Center to benefit himself each and every day. While at Lift, he participates in Aqua Aerobics, Zumba Classes, and the indoor walking track. These 3 exercises have allowed him to obtain more energy, improve blood pressure, and lowered stress levels.
Derek is very appreciative of the LIFT staff expressing, “Staff allows for everyone to feel like they can accomplish their goals… you guys have a true concern for healthcare and are the absolute best.” We would like to thank Derek Emerson for his trusted support of LIFT and are very excited for what the future holds.
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CONGRATULATIONS
Winners for the Member Appreciation gift basket drawing.
Cleopatra Hulsey
Will Eason
Stop by the front desk to pick up your basket!
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Check out the NEW MyZone Switch |
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Get yours at the front desk TODAY! |
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MyZone users, did you know MyZone now offers LIVE Remote classes FREE to our Members!
Check out how to get started!
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Your first class is always FREE, come try us out!
Unlimited Classes
Cost: $55 per month (LIFT Wellness Center Membership required)
Fundamentals: $50 (one-time introductory class)
We are offering Fundamentals courses to help you understand the basics. Whether you're new to functional training and CrossFit, or an experienced lifter, it is always good to take a day to revisit the basics.
Fundamentals Courses ($50) offered the last Saturday of every month
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
2 hour course with a WOD demonstration
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Jessica Hudgens
Jessica joined CrossFit LWC: December 2020
•Why: "I’ve always wanted to try Crossfit but it’s always kind of intimidated me. I was doing at-home workouts, but they weren’t challenging to me anymore. I finally decided to try it out when I heard about it at LIFT."
•What you like about CF LWC: "We have fun and I’m pushed to do my best. The coaches are pretty awesome, too."
•Personals goals or accomplishments you’ve had or seen: "When I first started, I modified a lot. Now I’m using the programmed RX+ weights most days. One of my first goals was to do pull-ups unassisted then move onto kipping pull-ups. I’m proud to say I’ve accomplished both of those. I’ve also learned how to do handstand push-ups and not hate running as much as I used to."
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CF LWC Referral Program
Refer a friend and earn your next month's dues free! At CF LWC, we love community and sharing our fitness journey with one another so why not workout with your friends. The highest compliment that you can pay us is referring a friend or family member to CF LWC. So, we’ve decided we’d love to give back to our community for making it what it is.
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How to participate
- Bring a friend to a free class (guests must sign a guest waiver at the front desk. Guests may use one of your FREE 3 guest passes per year once per person; otherwise, there is a day pass fee for guests).
- When he/she fills out the CF LWC Enrollment form, have them include your name in the “Referred by” section to receive credit for your next month's dues.
From 5:30pm-7:00pm, the back half of the gym and equipment is reserved for the CrossFit LWC Classes
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Hours
Monday - Thursday
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Saturday
7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday Closed
Reminder: Please reserve childcare hours 24 hours in advance. (all ages)
Call Brittany Cagle, Childcare Coordinator to reserve your time. 731-499-0689
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Smoothie flavor of the month:
Banana Berry
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Special for July
$1 off Flavor of the Month Smoothie on Fridays
Cafe Hours
Monday-Thursday
5am-9pm
Friday
5am-8pm
Every day is a perfect day to try out a healthy & filling smoothie at LIFT Cafe! Come see us today!
Our smoothies contain REAL crushed fruit, No HFCS, no artificial ingredients, and are 100% Gluten Free! Fruit sugar is gentler on the body than other sugars and causes less of a blood sugar spike. With 20 grams of protein and a variety of nutritional boosts, including Stay Full, Trim and Tone, Boost Immunity, Veggie Boost, Build Muscle, Burn and Build, and Antioxidant Stacks, you can customize your smoothie. Your smoothies can serve as a full meal, pre- workout meal, post-workout meal, or quick energy to meet YOUR needs!
We will be proudly serving Bongo Java Coffee from Bongo Java Roasting Co. , Nashville's only certified organic coffee company, with menu items such as lattes, cappuccinos, cold beverages, etc!
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LIFT Weight
Management Members,
Refer a friend or family member during the month of July and receive a referral bonus of your choice!
If enrolled by July 31st, your referral will receive a FREE HMR Recipe Book and Bag!
Call 731-425-6820, or email HMRLIftCenter@WTH.org to get started today!
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Entree of the Month!
Receive 10% off every Pasta Fagioli entree purchased during the month of July!
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Jimmy has lost 40lb. in 2 months!
Jimmy is from Memphis, TN, but has lived in Jackson for 6 years. He is married with 2 grown children. His favorite hobby is playing golf. He is a BIG fan of the University of Memphis Tigers, St. Louis Cardinals, and Memphis Grizzlies.
Jimmy recently returned from an 11-day vacation. He managed to meet the minimum prescription EVERY day! He also maintained his physical activity by walking!
What does Jimmy love most about the HMR Program?
"It is helping me get in better shape and live a more healthy lifestyle... In the morning I use the vanilla shake mix as the sweetener and creamer for my coffee which allows me to get 2 shakes to start the day. The accountability meetings have also helped keep me focused and given me ideas for meals/treats."
Congratulations on your success,
we are so proud of YOU!
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INGREDIENTS
DIRECTIONS
1. Add ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
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WHY FAST WEIGHT LOSS WORKS
HMR programs help individuals achieve fast weight loss in a livable way by encouraging people to eat more and stay satisfied, which makes it easier to stick to the program in the short-term, and over the long haul.
According to LIFT Weight Management and LIFT Wellness Center Director, Miki Martin, "Losing weight quickly is incredibly motivating. It can help people stick with their diet longer, which is especially important if you have a lot of weight to lose. Many of our clients have 30, 40, even 100 or more pounds to lose, so fast weight loss is important to keep up momentum." Miki also adds, " It's a common misconception that fast weight loss isn't healthy or sustainable, and that it will lead to weight regain. That is simply not true. Studies have shown that following a lifestyle- change program that promotes fast initial weight loss is associated with better long-term success.
HMR focuses on three skill areas critical for weight-loss and weight maintenance:
- How to make healthier food choices
- How to eat more fruits and vegetables
- How to increase physical activity
Research has shown that practicing these skills may also help reduce the risk factors for the development of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, some types of cancer, and other chronic diseases.
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Five-Ingredient
Mexican Quinoa
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INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup canned corn
- 1 15-oz. can black beans
- 3 cups cooked quinoa (from 1 cup uncooked)
- 1 Tbsp. ground cumin
- 1 cup roasted red pepper salsa (can use different salsa flavor based on preference)
- cilantro, to garnish
DIRECTIONS
1. Prepare quinoa based on box directions.
2. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat, spray with olive oil spray. Add corn and black beans. Cook until corn is tender, about 3 minutes.
3. Add quinoa and cumin and stir to combine. Cook until quinoa is hot and begins to get a little crunchy, stirring constantly for about 3 minutes.
4. Stir in salsa and cook until everything is combined and quinoa begins to dry out a little more, about 2 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 – 10 minutes.
6. Garnish with fresh, chopped cilantro (optional). Serve.
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HIIT Boxing
(small group training)
Click the video to see what it's all about!
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HIIT Boxing Class Times:
Tuesday & Friday 5:15 AM
Cost:
1x/week-$25/month
2x/week-$40/month
Contact Ali for more information
Gloves & Wraps available for purchase at the front desk.
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Carrie Druetzler
My family and I moved to the Jackson area in 2014. Teaching group fitness is one of my greatest passions. I love meeting all of the members and learning about their hobbies and their families. I hope to meet more of the members in the coming months and years at the LIFT.
I also enjoy running marathons and playing pickleball. I would love to grow healthier along with the members of the LIFT.
Thank you Carrie for being an All-Star employee and always working to better yourself and LIFT Wellness Center.
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Cookout season is quickly approaching and I could not be more excited! Having loved ones and friends gather around and share a meal outdoors is what summer is all about for me. Using fresh herbs and spices to flavor your foods can really kick it up a notch. The flavor combinations are endless when you start using lemon, lime, garlic, onion, peppers, basil, rosemary, mint…you get the picture!
Food hot off the grill is not only tasty, but it can be a healthier cooking method and it can add a ton of flavor to the food. Lean cuts of beef, pork, or chicken are great on the grill, but don’t be afraid to mix it up! Grilling fish on a wooden plank, or adding fruit or vegetables to the grill is a great way to lighten up a meal. Using skewers can be a fun way to help with portion control, or they can make eating veggies fun for kids.
Although there are many ways to make your next cookout healthy, food safety is especially important when cooking and eating in the heat. When you bring the raw food out to the grill, make sure you bring a clean plate to place the cooked food on. This is especially important when cooking meats. Having a reliable food thermometer to check that the meat is brought up to the appropriate temperature and held above 140* F for serving can reduce bacterial growth. Keeping cold foods cold (below 40* F) by refreshing the ice frequently is another step you can take to keep your food safe. Food should not sit out for more than two hours at a time, and if the outside temperature is higher than 90*F, this should be reduced to one hour. Try this Grilled Shrimp and Watermelon recipe at your next cookout!
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Grilled Shrimp & Watermelon
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh jumbo shrimp
- 1/3 cup olive oil + 1 tbsp
- 2 limes
- 2 tbsp fresh mint chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 small watermelon
- 1/4 cup mint leaves torn for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl whisk together the 1/3 cup oil, lime zest and juice, chopped mint, thyme, red pepper flakes, garlic, salt and pepper. Pour half of marinade over shrimp in another small bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour. Set remaining marinade aside.
- Peel and cube watermelon into 1 inch cubes.
- Heat the grill to very high, about 550°F
- Thread the watermelon onto skewers and brush the watermelon with remaining one tablespoon of oil. Thread the shrimp onto skewers being sure to pierce through top and bottom to form a C. This will secure the shrimp so they lay flat.
- Grill watermelon on one side for 1-2 minutes to form grill marks. Remove from grill and set on serving tray. Grill shrimp for 1 minute, turning once and baste with some of the marinade and cook for another minute. Set on serving tray with watermelon and drizzle remaining marinade over all. Serve with torn mint leaves.
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Do you need help with your eating habits? Or have questions for our Dietitian?
Call us today at
731-425-6964 to schedule an appointment. Many insurances accepted!
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Several changes to the Group Exercise schedule for July.
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Basketball Play & Shooting
- Covid restrictions are no longer in effect.
- Half-court play and shooting is allowed during the times when there is no scheduled activities on the EAST side of the gym.
- Restricted to Members only
- Members must have a BLUE armband ON from the front desk to be able to play.
NO basketball during these times.
Monday
- 5:30am-6:30am
- 10:00am-11:00am
- 12:00pm-1:00pm
- 5:30pm-6:30pm
Tuesday
- 6:00am-7:00am
- 10:00am-11:00am
- 12:00pm-1:00pm
- 4:50pm-7:00pm
Wednesday
- 5:30am-6:30am
- 5:30pm-6:30pm
Thursday
- 6:00am-7:00am
- 10:00am-11:00am
- 12:00pm-1:00pm
- 5:30pm-7:00pm
Friday
- 5:30am-6:30am
- 10:00am-11:00am
- 12:00pm-1:00pm
Saturday
- 7:00am-8:00am
- 9:00am-11:00am
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Sassafras offers all LIFT Wellness Center Members 10% off purchases!
All you have to do is show your scan tag receive 10% off your purchase.
Try out their new activewear!
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Grubb's is offering LIFT Wellness Center Members TRIPLE Loyalty points! All you have to do is go by Grubb's, show your scan tag or app scan bar code to be added into their system to get triple loyalty points!
Points accrue on every purchase, they never expire and it's FREE! Stop by to Sign up today!
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Blacksmith offers all LIFT Wellness Center Members 10% off purchases!
*excluding alcohol*
All you have to do is show your scan tag to your waitress to receive 10% off your order.
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