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GET FIT Newsletter

Newsletter #5
February 22
, 2008
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Welcome again to another GET FIT Newsletter! We are refreshed and prepared to get you ready for the Spring! March is "Spring Into Fitness" Month and we will be offering the following specials in March:

Mention "Spring Into Fitness" and receive � off the enrollment fee of any membership

Already a Member? - Sign-up for 8 Personal Training Sessions and receive the Fitness Assessment for FREE! (a $50 value)
Anyone with the flexibility to Personal Train between the hours can take advantage of "Happy Hour Fitness" by scheduling your sessions between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. at a reduced rate of $30.00 per session!

We are also going to try a Friday evening in March for ZUMBA and Spinning. We're calling it "Fit-Friday" There will be a sign-up in the lobby for the Spinning Class. Fit-Friday is March 28^th so put it on your calendar and watch for more information in the near future.

We are starting ZUMBA Kids ages 7 and up on Monday afternoons at 4:30 p.m. beginning March 3^rd.

Hip-Hop Kids will continue on Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. The kids can have fun and GET FIT all at the same time!

Start working on that Spring Break Tan - By a package of 10 sessions and get the 11^th FREE!

Intro to Pilates with AFAA Certified Instructor Kim Van Over starts Saturday, March 1^st at 7:00 a.m. - Pilates is a way of connecting and conditioning the whole-being, body and mind. Pilates increases joint mobility, flexibility, balance and body awareness. It develops muscular strength and endurance, targeting your core.. It also improves posture and alignment, which may relieve back strain and other postural-related disorders.

Coming Soon: Fitness on the Terrace! We will be offering some of our classes, Spinning, Zumba, Yoga, etc., on the deck when the weather gets a little warmer. Picture it, GETting Fit in the great outdoors! Also, we're still in the process of getting the childcare room completed, so it should be ready very soon!

Reminder: Support your favorite classes! Classes which are averaging less than five participants will be taken off the schedule, so please show up to GET FIT!

****This Monday, February 25^th we are having "Smoothie Night" - All smoothies will be $1.00 off and there will be samples to try after each class, so don't miss it!***

Below are some ideas from Spinning about ways to stay motivated. Notice below number 5 about the Buddy System. Don't forget you can always Bring a Friend for a FREE Class! Show up and GET RESULTS!! We want you to achieve the results you seek.

Take care and GET FIT!! Lorie and Jeff

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Staying Motivated

Motivation is one of the hardest, yet most important aspects of a longstanding exercise regimen. Every day is different, which means every day presents new obstacles to scheduling a workout. The key? Make exercise a priority so that as life happens and all those little things come up, you won't allow your fitness routine to slide to the bottom of your list.When you feel your motivation waning, refer to these tips:

Plan your training sessions in advance: Print the Class schedule at www.getfitwilmington.com, and post it on your refrigerator or in your organizer. Circle the classes that are most convenient to your schedule, and make appointments with yourself throughout the week to be there.

Support system:Tell your family and friends about your commitment to exercise on a regular basis. Express to them that you need their support.

No cancellation policy: Stress to friends, family and yourself how your fitness classes have the priority level of an appointment. Exercise is a must in your schedule!

Listen to your body: Our energy cycles fluctuate from day to day depending on the stressors in our midst. Pace yourself and listen to your body. When your energy cycle is low, it's time for a slower paced workout.. If you get sick and need to take a day or two off training, it's okay. Allow yourself to relax and ease off guilt free. Just be sure to get back on the wagon when you're ready.

Buddy system-it's not just for kids: Set dates with your friends to attend classes together. When you set a date with a friend to exercise, you are more likely to keep the commitment.

Set challenging goals: Try all the different classes, don't be hesitant. All fitness levels are doing them all and being successful. Don't sell yourself short. Also, consider signing up for a 5K race sometime in the future and make the commitment to do it! Working toward your goal will motivate you to keep going.

Have Fun: Somewhere down the road, it can happen-you lose focus of the fun. If your workout routine is a dud, it's only a matter of time before you throw your hands up and quit. Embrace the exciting elements of Spinning classes, the fun dance moves in ZUMBA or the stress relief from Yoga, develop new friendships with others in your classes, and have fun GETting FIT!