Union Station News
Become a Master April 27, 2012
Master Your Skills Advanced Bootcamp begins the week of May 21. Tuesdays at 2:00pm and Thursdays at 3:00pm. 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 Josh Zaffino at jzaffino@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 Special April 27, 2012
Make Mom’s Day perfect with a gift from FFC. The “Love you twice as much, Mom” package gives Mom any two 60 minute massages for only $129.* Or, the “Amazing Mom Special” gets Mom a 60 minute massage, manicure and pedicure for $119. Call the Club at 312.627-0444 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 Kelly Malohn March 29, 2012
Have you been coming to the club for weeks, months or maybe even years but not seeing results? You’re not alone, and I know it’s frustrating. But, there is a solution! The best part of it is that since you have already committed the time, you’ve already won half of the battle.
Now for the other half of the battle.
If you are not getting the results you are looking for, there are a few possible reasons:
1. You are not exercising right.
2. You are not eating right.
3. A combination of 1 and 2.
What does it mean to “exercise right”? It means doing the right type of exercise at the right intensity, frequency, and duration to get the results that you are looking for. Here are some tips:
• Cardio – you MUST increase your heart rate for a set period of time and make your muscles work. Simply being on the treadmill, walking casually, is not enough. You have to push your body outside of your comfort zone in order to make it respond.
• Strength – you MUST be tired when you complete a set of strength training exercises. If you are not, there will be no change. You will not get stronger or more toned. Increase the weight, or the number of reps, or maybe both, to make a change.
What does it mean to “eat right”? Most are more familiar with this, and generally, it’s easier said than, done, but I’ll say it again:
• Eating right means a diet full of fruits, veggies, lean proteins, whole grains and plenty of water. Sweets, sugars, high fat foods and alcohol should be consumed in moderation.
• If you think you already are eating well, but still not getting results, you may need to start tracking your diet to find out what is really happening. Often times we need help with portion sizes or we are underestimating the sugar and/or calorie content of certain foods.
Lastly, you may need to tweak both diet and exercise. It may be just a couple of small changes such as replacing red meat with fish and low-fat chicken plus increasing your pace on the treadmill, or you may need to make more substantial adjustments.
I’m not promising that it will be easy. It may be easier than you think once you’re doing the right things – or it may require some tough changes. The bottom line is, if what you’re doing is not working, change it. If you need help figuring out what to change, I will be happy to give you some suggestions or set up an appointment for a fitness assessment with one of our experienced personal trainers. THERE IS A SOLUTION! Get the RESULTS you want – you will feel great!
Easter Holiday Hours March 29, 2012
In observance of the Easter Holiday, we will be open from 8:00am – 2:00pm 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
Top off your wellness routine with a great massage and a lasting manicure to look and feel your best! 60 Minute Relaxation Massage and No Chip Gel Manicure for $100. Call the Club to book your appointment today at 312.627.0444. 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.
