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Wednesday, August 24th, 2011
We have some awesome workshops coming up at DEFINE!
Most notably, this weekend, April is holding her DEFINEdefense workshop at the Tanglewood studio. And Houston Tidbits even gave this workshop a shout-out! Here’s what they had to say:
DEFINE Your Defense Mechanisms
August 27 and September 17
Don’t put yourself in a precarious position. DEFINE presents fundamentals of self defense and hands-on techniques from a cutie female mixed martial arts specialist. More.
And since we received so many requests, April will hold the defense work again at our River Oaks studio. So, if you haven’t been able to make it to DEFINEdefense, you have one more chance! Third times a charm!
Then, if that’s not enough for ya…check out our upcoming Parenting Workshop, starting in September. During this 3 week, 6 session series, Claire and Lizzy will teach you “how to talk so kids will listen and listen so kids will talk”. You will gain practical, effective methods of communication that will make your relationship with your kids less stressful and more rewarding.
Some topic that will be discussed include:
- How to listen to-and understand-your child’s concerns
- How to have cooperation in your family-without nagging
- How you and your child can deal with feelings
- How to find alternatives to punishment
- How to help your child attain a positive self-image
And if you sign-up before September 1st for this Parenting Workshop, you can take advantage of the discounted price of $130/couple. For more information or to register for this workshop, click here.
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Workout Wednesday
Wednesday, August 10th, 2011
Reading the new September (SEPTEMBER! Where has the summer gone!), Natural Health magazine, I came across an article about reasons why you should start weight training. A lot of the reasons I already knew – increasing your metabolism, maintaining bone mass, preventing aches and pains. But one really stood out – Weight training makes you more flexible.
Yes! I know, I was shocked too! Well, research shows that strength training using your full range of motion may be even better than static stretching when it comes to building overall flexibility. In a recent study, college students did either full range resistance training or static stretching three times a week for five weeks. In the end, the group who stretched didn’t increase their flexibility any more than the group that lifted weights. In some cases, those students who spent time lifting weights experienced greater gains in flexibility. (You can find more information on this study here.)
According to Jim Whitehead , Ed.D., associate professor of physical education, exercise science and wellness at the University of North Dakota, “As you lift a weight, your muscle contracts; and as you lower the weight over the full range of motion, your muscle stretches, which is where you get the flexibility benefits. And if you’re flexible, you have increased range of motion in your joints, even as you start to stiffen with age.”
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Tuesday Tip – Have a ball
Tuesday, August 9th, 2011
Why buy gadgets when you already have everything in your house for a great workout? Grab a ball and get a full body workout.
Hank shows Rebecca Spera of Mirror/Mirror how you can get a full body workout using the balls you have sitting around your house — footballs, soccer balls, basketballs and more!
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Every Little Bit Counts
Wednesday, August 3rd, 2011
It’s good too know that when it comes to fitness, the little things count.
We recently read in an Atlantic article that a new study published in the journal Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise suggests that, contrary to what many people believe, strenuous exercise isn’t the only way to get in shape. It turns out that short walks and other everyday tasks can matter just as much. They found that those who exerted enough energy by doing over 30 minutes of moderate physical activity may reduce their risk for cardiovascular disease by 15 percent. So, you could do a lot of little things to increase the amount of activity you get everyday and get some of the great benefits of exercise!
And to get you motivated to get physical, watch this video! (It’s good for a laugh!)
And if you need more motivation, check out these tips from from athletes, trainers and more!
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How to make your own sports drink
Tuesday, July 26th, 2011
Sports drinks, think Gatorade and Powerade, are intended to replace water and electrolytes lost through sweating during exercise. And to do that, these refueling beverages need to provide three things: water, electrolytes (especially sodium) and carbohydrates. Electrolyte replacement promotes proper rehydration, which is important in delaying the onset of fatigue during exercise, and as the primary fuel utilized by exercising muscle, carbohydrates are important in maintaining exercise and sport performance.
The drinks can help if an athlete is exercising vigorously for more than an hour or if competing in a tournament on a hot, humid day (uhmmm, hello Houston!) but in most cases they’re unnecessary (especially for kids) on the sports field.
All that being said, it’s easier than you might think to concoct your own sports drink. And here’s a simple recipe! (Thanks for forwarding this article to us Lauren!)
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World Cup Wednesday!
Wednesday, July 13th, 2011
The US Women’s Team is playing France today in the World Cup Semifinals! USA! USA! USA!!!
(Photo by Scott Heavey/Getty Images)
We’re all excited about the game and really inspired by the team’s never-give-up attitude and their killer endurance, as they came back during overtime to tie up the game with Brazil, forcing it to penalty kicks and then winning in PKs! After playing 120+ minutes, 59 of which they were down 1 player, to come back and win is UNBELIEVABLE!
Thanks to Women’s Health, here are some of the US team player’s must-have get-fit tips to help you reach your own goals this summer.
(Photo by Brad Smith/isiphotos.com)
And below is a little something to listen to to while checking out the tips of some of the fittest women on the planet!
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July 4th Class Schedule
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011
We will be open at DEFINE all weekend, with a modified schedule on Monday! Come and spend your holiday with the DEFINE team!
river oaks & tanglewood
Saturday
normal schedule
Sunday
normal schedule
Monday
8:15AM DEFINEbody
9:30AM DEFINEbody
10:45AM DEFINEbody&mind
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Workshop Wednesday – DEFINEdefense
Wednesday, June 29th, 2011
Prepare and prevent at DEFINEdefense
Being able to defend yourself is paramount when you encounter unexpected and unwanted trouble. Join April for DEFINEdefense, to learn a real set of basic self-defense techniques and become prepared for anything that comes your way!
DEFINEDEFENSE WORKSHOP
Saturday, July 9th from 1 – 2:30PM. River Oaks. $30*
Through this basic self defense workshop, instructor, April Coutino will introduce the fundamentals of a realistic approach to self defense, which include awareness, risk prevention and reduction, and actual hands on defense techniques.
April currently trains in Mixed Martial Arts and competes as a professional fighter, incorporating disciplines such as boxing, kickboxing and wrestling when she takes to the ring.
To register for this workshop, click here.
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Best Stretches for Runners
Wednesday, June 22nd, 2011
Even though Houston sometimes seems like one of the hottest places on the planet, it is also the home of an amazing number of runners. One common problem that many runners face is finding time to stretch after the repetitive stress and strain that running puts on their joints.
If you’re a runner here’s a link to some great stretches and they just so happen to be the same stretches that we enjoy during DEFINE classes! These stretches target the muscles runners use most…and not only will they help improve your running performance, but they will also prevent the aches and pains runners commonly experience.
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New Saturday Morning Class
Friday, June 17th, 2011
Our Saturday morning classes at River Oaks have gotten so popular that we’re adding a class time! Yay!
Starting this week, Gelena will be teaching a 10AM DEFINEbody class at the River Oaks studio. Now you have the option to sleep in a little bit later on Saturday and still make it to a class!
River Oaks Saturday Schedule
8:30AM DEFINEbody
9:45AM DEFINEbody
10:00AM DEFINEbody – NEW!
11:00AM DEFINEbody&mind
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