Ken Emerson Tai Chi, which has grown in popularity throughout the world, is typified by slow, deliberate repetitive movements and is based on coordination and relaxation rather than muscular tension. It is believed that focusing the mind solely on the movements helps to bring about a state of mental calm and clarity. In recent years…
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Clubs & Classes, June 2016
SaddleBrooke Indoor Cycling “Kick-off for bikes” 1st fundraiser for Keiser Bikes
Phoebe Bax The SaddleBrooke Indoor Cycling group* (new name by mid-June 2016) started our first annual voluntary contributions drive on April 5, 2016. In six weeks our group donated $3,330 towards our ultimate goal of purchasing six new Keiser Bikes for use by all of SaddleBrooke in their indoor cycling fitness program. Indoor cycling is…
Features, June 2016
Yoga improves posture and balance
Susan Dawson-Cook If you’re seeking ways to improve balance and posture, practicing yoga can accomplish that and much more. Researchers say yoga can improve emotional and physical health in more than 38 different areas. If you’re shaking your head, convinced you’re too old to start yoga, please think again. A recent online article in Reader’s…
Clubs & Classes, May 2016
Water aerobics classes
Water aerobics or aqua aerobics is a great combination of fun and exercise. The exercise involves various body movements in a rhythmic style, and certain kinds of dance steps, too. A standard session of water aerobics lasts for about 40 to 50 minutes. This workout program gradually increases from basic steps to high intensity exercises.…
Clubs & Classes, April 2016
Cardio Belly Dance is fun!
Debbie Fiskum Let’s burn those calories with a workout that’s different and effective. Cardio Belly Dance will get your heart rate up and help you firm up those problem areas. Think it’s too hard? Katia teaches easy Belly Dance moves to authentic dance music and makes it flow together. You’ll find yourself building one move…
Features, April 2016
Strength training for everyone
Susan Dawson-Cook The words strength training may conjure up images of muscle-bound men grunting and sweating through a grueling circuit of machines set at heavy weights. In reality, there are nearly as many ways to approach strength training as there are stars in the sky. People can get stronger using machines, hand held weights, resistance…
Clubs & Classes, March 2016
Changes to the Tai Chi schedule
Carol Emerson Beginning March 1, the schedule for Tai Chi classes will change. There will be one beginning class, one intermediate and one advanced class each week, all on the weekend. We hope you will be able to take advantage of this wonderful way to keep fit. Tai Chi has always been a key component…
Generals, March 2016
Why personal training?
Gwen Lewis A Personal Trainer is a fitness professional involved in exercise prescription and instruction. They motivate clients by setting goals, provide feedback and accountability. Personal Trainers educate their clients in many aspects of wellness and exercise such as bone and joint health, strength, core, posture, balance, sports specific training, cardiovascular fitness, injury prevention and…
Clubs & Classes, February 2016
3 levels of Tai Chi classes
What is Tai Chi? Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art practiced as a series of individual movements flowing smoothly from one to another in sequence. It is practiced primarily for health and wellbeing with major benefits being enhanced balance and fall prevention. By practicing Tai Chi, the body becomes stronger and more supple…
Clubs & Classes, February 2016
A work out that works for you
Cheryl Ludeman If you are looking for a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity, Zumba Gold is the class for you and now you can join one of those classes at SaddleBrooke Ranch. Residents are rocking to the beat with one-hour Zumba Gold and 45-minute Zumba Gold-Toning classes…