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Become a Master April 27, 2012

Master Your Skills Advanced Bootcamp begins the week of May 21. Wednesdays at 8pm and Saturdays at noon. 4 week program is $215/twice a week and $120/once a week. Looking to achieve your maximum fitness potential? Designed as the most advanced of our bootcamp series, these sessions will test everything you learned in Show the Ropes and Whip into Shape. These high intensity workouts will include anaerobic cardiovascular exercises such as sprinting, plyometrics, and Olympic training routines. Register online, or contact Liz Callham at lcallham@ffc.com for more information.

Marathon Training April 27, 2012

RunMonster Half and Marathon Training Programs begin June 4. Are you training for a late summer or early fall running event? Perhaps a half marathon, the Chicago Marathon, or Marine Corps Marathon? Join the most comprehensive training program in the city – all of the details can be found here. Informational Meetings will also be held: Tuesday, May 29, 2012 6:00pm at FFC East Lakeview, Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at FFC Union Station, and Thursday, May 31, 2012 at FFC Gold Coast. For more information, contact Joy Miles at endurance@ffc.com.

Triathlon Training April 27, 2012

Early Season is going on now through June 17, and Peak Season begins June 18 and ends August 26. For beginner triathletes who want to start building toward the Chicago Triathlon early, and for experienced triathletes training towards our favorite early-season Olympic distance race, Leon’s Triathlon, join us for TriMonster’s most popular triathlon training program! To see what the program entails, click here. For more information, contact Joy Miles at endurance@ffc.com.

Mother’s Day Specials April 27, 2012

Make Mom’s Day perfect with a gift from FFC. “Amazing Mom Special” – $89, includes 30 Minute Specialized Massage, 30 Minute Petite Facial, Complimentary Hand Treatment, 10% Off Spa Shop purchases on the day of services. “World’s Greatest Mom Special” – $129, 60 Minute Massage, 60 Minute Facial, Complimentary Hand Treatment,10% Off Spa Shop purchases on the day of services. Call the Club at 312.944.1030 to purchase today. Can’t decide what to buy – an FFC gift card is the perfect choice, every time! *Restrictions apply, see Club for details.

May-Day Massage April 27, 2012

May-Day! May-Day! 90 Minute Relaxation Massage for $89. Book online at ffc.com/spa – use promo code: MAYDAY. PLUS, earn $5 back in Spa Bucks with the purchase of any regularly priced spa service! And, this month we celebrate Cinco de Spayo! Receive double spa bucks on services received May 5 – May 10.

April’s Message from General Manager Larry Duncan March 29, 2012

March was an incredible month in the club. The success stories coming from our members have been inspiring and clearly show that so many of you are achieving results. Many of you have ventured into new territory or amped up the workouts. Congratulation to each of you for staying focused and driving yourselves forward. Remember it’s not about being perfect; it’s about consistency.

This month’s message was found on www.livestrong.com and highlights the key to success and your health.

While many people start an exercise routine, the American College of Sports Medicine states that only one in three people manage to stick with it. People who drop out of exercise often cite lack of motivation as a reason for not continuing with their workouts.

1. Set Goals; Write down your reasons for working out. Setting goals is a proven way to enhance motivation. Whatever your goal, be it to lose 20 pounds, improve your running speed or lower your blood pressure, write it down and refer to it whenever you feel that your motivation is waning.

2. Track your Progress; Keep records so that you can see how far you have progressed since your first workout. Record your workouts, your weight, what you eat, your measurements and any other information you feel is relevant. Seeing the positive things you have achieved with your fitness and appearance can help keep you motivated.

3. Recruit an Exercise Buddy; Working out with a friend, relative or colleague can help maintain your motivation. A workout buddy can help keep you exercising in a variety of ways—from friendly rivalry to not wanting to let the other person down by skipping a workout.

4. Choose Activities You Enjoy; With so many different types of workouts, you should have no trouble finding things to do that you enjoy. Want to improve your aerobic fitness but don’t enjoy running? Try swimming or cycling.  The club offers a wide variety of workouts for you to choose from, so keep hunting until you find the one that’s perfect for you.

5. Make a Workout Appointment with Yourself; Make working out a part of your daily routine by setting exercise appointments. Decide on a day and a time for your workout and commit to it, just like you would a medical appointment. Try not to double-book yourself or do anything else that may cause you to miss your appointment. This time is your time and, because of the benefits that exercise can have on your health, happiness and well-being, it should be treated with the same degree of importance as any other crucial appointment.

Easter Holiday Hours March 29, 2012

In observance of the Easter Holiday, we will be open from 7:00am – 3:00pm Easter Sunday, April 8. Please also check the Group Fitness Schedule for the holiday class times.

In This Month’s Connections . . . March 29, 2012

Looking for some extra motivation? Check out Kim Fine’s inspiring story here; Lisa Payne gives you her top 5 can’t miss weekly workouts; and, Jennifer Ventrelle shares two springtime, good-for-you recipes.

Want Text Updates from the Club? March 29, 2012

Wish you could get updates from FFC real-time? Want to know when a group fitness class is cancelled? Or if the power goes out at the Club? Text FFCINFO to 70626 today!

Spring Renewal Spa Special March 29, 2012

Complete your fitness routine with great looking skin and a body that’s primed for its next workout! 60 Minute Relaxation Massage and 60 Minute Essential Facial for $129. Book today at ffc.com/spa. And, from April 15 – 22, take advantage of our Tax Week Spa Rebate! $10 back in Spa Bucks for any service of 60 minutes or more! No two specials apply.

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