In addition to a month of FREE dues, refer a new member to our club this month and receive tickets to the Saturday, 04/17 game, Wizards at Sounders FC. There are a limited amount of tickets available so be sure to stop by the membership office and get yours today!

For more information, please contact Everett Lightcap or Lara Baca.

We offer a complete line of fitness services designed to support your long-term health and fitness goals. Who could give better instruction on how to safely, and effectively utilize our strength and cardiovascular equipment than our highly qualified fitness professionals? Our personal trainers are skilled in performing detailed fitness assessments, functional movement screens and programs designed for all levels of fitness. Our Fitness Staff is here to make sure you get off on the right foot, stay motivated and enjoy your training.

FUNDAMENTAL MOVEMENT SCREENING – COMPLIMENTARY
A Personal Fitness Trainer will take you through two specially designed movement screens testing for various muscle imbalances in your body. This 30-minute screening will provide you with some basic tools to correct any detected imbalances ensuring peak performance, improved results, and optimal body function.

All Fundamental Movement Screens will be complimentary for members during the month of March. Please call 206-443-1111 x269 to schedule yours today.

Take advantage of your monthly member benefits by joining our Team of Professionals every Tuesday evening from 5:30-7:00pm for a complimentary personal health consultation. Enhance your overall well being with tips from some of the best health minds in Seattle! Stop by at your convenience or make a reservation in advance at the Sports Desk.

For more information detailed information check out our website or contact Wellness Director Alison Wilson.

You don’t have to lift a lot of heavy metal to get jiggle free arms. Hundreds of women that I have trained can assure you that the key to stronger, leaner arms is an effective nutrition and exercise plan. Eating fewer calories than your body burns in a day is the foundation for all healthy weight loss. No matter how well defined the arm muscles are, no one will be able to notice if they are hidden under a layer of fat. You will get rid of the flab as your overall fitness improves.

The Seattle Athletic Club is proud to boast one of the finest fitness training staffs in the country. We have the highest certification standards in the health and fitness industry. To work at the Seattle Athletic Club, our trainers must be qualified by the most recognized and respected certification agencies (ACSM, NSCA and NASM). Additionally, our trainers are required to continually advance their knowledge and expertise through regular advanced education and certifications. It has been, and will continue to be, our goal to bring you the best personal fitness training services possible.

For the past 5 years we have proudly been able to keep our rates for Personal Fitness Training sessions the least expensive found anywhere. To retain our highly-qualified and sought after fitness staff, and be able to offer you the highest standards of service, effective March 1, 2010 there will be a small increase in our 1:1, 2:1 and 3:1 personal training rates for our Level One and Level Two trainers by $5 per hour. Level Three training rates will not be affected at the current time. The new rates will be:

ONE ON ONE TRAINING: 40 minute - $33.00
60 minute - $50.00

TWO ON ONE TRAINING: 40 minute - $20.50
60 minute - $31.00

THREE ON ONE TRAINING: 40 minute - $16.00
60 minute - $25.00

We appreciate your support of our personal training staff and will continue to provide you with the best service available.

Here are some easy tips to keep your plantar fasciitis under control.

READ JESSIE JO'S TIPS

Stress to the Lower Back – Injuries to the low back account for the largest proportion of golf aliments, especially amongst male players. The development of low back pain (LBP) in recreational golfers has been attributed to poor swing mechanics, excessive practice, and poor physical conditioning.

The bending and twisting nature of the golf swing creates considerable stress on the lower back. In fact some of the forces produced on the low back during the golf swing motion ore DOUBLE the safety standards set occupational health experts for industrial workers.

THIS MONTHS GOLF TIPS

FIT FORE GOLF: March 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 7:45-8:45pm
Congratulations to Jeremy Lathen, the winner of last month's FITforeGOLF drawing.

Sign-up for our up and coming FITforeGOLF sessions in March! PGA Professional Dave Boivin will guide you through a weekly 1 hour class that focuses on strength and flexibility technique to give you the competitive edge on the golf course.

SAC ELITE GOLF – WITH PGA PROFESSIONAL DAVE BOIVIN
Thank you to everyone who participated in the SAC Elite Golf Putting Tournament. The following players were awarded for their top scores:

1st Place – Kevin Coluccio (9)
1st Place Staff – Amy Sommers (9)
2nd Place – Rober Christian (8)
3rd Place – Jerry Andrews (8)

Sign-up today for SAC Elite Golf: Begin at your convenience and be ready for the golf season! Have your own personal team working with you to improve your swing, lower your handicap, and increase your accuracy.

3 – Private ½ hour sessions with PGA Professional Dave Boivin
2 – Video Swing Analysis with Dave
4 – Private 1 hour sessions with SAC’s Personal Fitness Trainer
2 – Fitness Assessments with PFT

Based on the assessment and analysis you receive Dave and your trainer will work with you to create a program to bring you to your best game this season.

TESTIMONIALS
"I love Dave! Last year, through the SAC, he gave me a free 15-minute lesson using video at Interbay. Up till then I was hampered because, on my backswing, I was trying to keep my arm straight and, consequently, I couldn’t get enough power. Well, Dave said, “Go ahead and bend your arm.” My gosh, how freeing that was—my swing improved in form and the distance change was significant. The SAC recently sponsored a putting contest. I tried, I failed, but Dave gave me some pointers that I am looking forward to implementing this year.

Dave is patient, helpful, and knows his stuff!"

~ Pat McShea

"In my very first individual lesson with Dave, he analyzed my swing and provided instruction that instantly straightened out my drive and increased my distance. He has also given me useful suggestions for core strengthening to improve my swing efficiency. Love that instant gratification!"

~ Linda K. Lightfoot

For more information on our golf events, please contact Katrina Yniguez.

Here at the SAC one of the great benefits as a member is being able to take an unlimited number of group exercise, yoga, and Pilates mat classes! If you are looking to take a Pilates mat class, here are some things you should know.

First, the mat class focuses on the development of the “powerhouse”—the abdominals, the lower back, and the buttocks. Each class consists of a specific series of controlled movements, engaging the body and mind, performed on a mat. The mat class trains the entire body while emphasizing proper alignment and posture, effective body mechanics, correct breathing and improved circulation. There are three different levels: Intro, Fundamentals, and Intermediate, as well as some hybrid classes, like Magic Circle Mat, and Cardio Pilates Mat.

READ MORE ABOUT THE DIFFERENT LEVELS

If you have any questions on which class is for you, don’t hesitate to ask any of the Pilates instructors or Danielle at 206-443-1111 x246. Please check our website for a Mind/Body Schedule. See you in class!

This exercise will stretch the back of the legs, tone your buttocks and improve balance. It is the first exercise in the Side Kick Series.

SIDE KICKS - FRONT/BACK

Crystal Mountain graciously sponsored our 2009-2010 Ski Conditioning class by providing lift tickets for many club members. The recipients of those tickets were based on several intra-class competitions including;

JUMP ROPE (FOR LENGTH OF TIME WITHOUT MISSING THE ROPE)
1st Bob Kruger
2nd Frank Schumann (ended at 4 min 57 secs)
3rd Jordan Reynolds

WALL SIT (90 DEGREES IN THE KNEE)
1st Frank Schumann
2nd Bryce McHamey (ended at 3 min 23 secs)
3rd Bob Kruger

PUSH UP HOLD (2 INCHES OFF FLOOR)
1st Mark Longman
2nd Bob Kruger (ended at 2 min 4 sec)
3rd Jordan Reynolds

BALANCE COMPETITION
1st Jordan Reynolds
2nd Alison Eddy
3rd Bob Kruger

To all class participants and members, have a great time on the ski slopes for the remainder of 2010. See you this fall for the next round of Ski & Snowboard Conditioning!

Thanks again to all who worked so hard to achieve results and we look forward to next year’s big challenge!