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A newsletter for Page Mill YMCA members

PAGe MILL yMCA 755 Page Mill Road, Bldg. B Palo Alto, CA 94304 Volume 1, Issue 6 November 2012 pagemillymca.org

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
WeIGHT LOSS CHALLenGe
Congrats to the Fall Weight Loss Challenge participants who lost weight and inches. We are so proud of you.

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JOIn THe CHALLenGe: WInTeR WeIGHT LOSS

Register now for the Winter Weight Loss Challenge. Its nine weeks devoted to your body, your weight loss goals and your overall health.. The boot camp-like approach is tough, intense and focused but youll find a lot of support and help in identifying what works for you. Workouts are Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 7 am or 6 pm. Stop by the Front Desk for information or registration.

UPCOMInG eVenTS
neW! Tae Kwan Do Mon & Thurs, 7:30 8:30 pm Means the way of hand & foot. Youll learn the art of blocking, striking, kicking, and punching. Self-defense, self-control, strength, coordination and self-esteem are some of the many benefits of martial arts training. Racquetball Singles League League begins November 5 Sign up now and get in on the fun. Please register at the front desk. Stanford Health Seminar with Dr. Gerald Reaven Weds, Nov 13, 6:00 - 7:00 pm The Role of Insulin Resistance in Human Disease

FUn COMMITTee
Did you love our PumpkinFest? Special thanks to Committee Chair Linda Santucci for her leadership. If youd like to be part of our Fun Committee, contact Heather Hjelmervik at hhjelmervik@ymcasv.org. Mark your calendar: 1st Annual Turkey Gobble. Monday, November 19, 12:00 - 7:00 pm.

TRX IS nOW FRee AT PAGe MILL

TRX classes are now free of charge. Join a class or three every week and get an amazing total body and cardio workout. Limited space. Sign up in lobby before each class.

Turkey Gobble Mon, Nov 19, 12:00 7:00 pm Holidays are about sharing, and who better to share with than your YMCA fellow members. Bring your favorite healthy appetizer, tastiest dessert, simple-to-make salad or any dish you think others would like to taste.

OUR VOICe | A newsletter for Page Mill YMCA members

UPCOMInG eVenTS
(CoNTINueD)
nutrition night Tues, Nov 20, 6:15 7:15 pm Healthy Holiday Cooking: bring your Thanksgiving, holiday or recipe to share. Dishes need to be under 300 calories per serving. Stanford Health Seminar with Dr. Alice Liu Weds, Nov 27, 6:00 7:00 pm A Better Nights Rest: Remedy for Insulin Resistance?

MeMBeR SPOTLIGHT Bonnie Lamb

I belonged to one of the national health clubs, but eventually, found myself dreading every visit. It seemed more a social club than a health club. Sure, there were healthy looking folks, but I felt it was more about partying and chatting. Thought Id check out the Y to see what it offered. At the Y the staff is friendly and knowledgeable and the members are open and pleasant. earlier this year, I began working out with Y trainer Shannon Savage whos given me a whole new game. Im amazed at her creativity. While shes conscious of my limitations, she constantly raises the bar and pushes me to do better. These little successes drive me on. Its almost like I have to answer to a higher authority. Ive been a member at Page Mill YMCA for about three years, and it has made me more comfortable with who I am and what I can accomplish. My workouts are no longer a chore, theyre satisfying and make me smile.

nUTRITIOn
Stephanies tip of the month: Despite what you may have heard in the past, current studies show that the average American only gains about 1 pound during the holiday season. The problem is that then they never lose that 1 pound so they add up over the years. To avoid a 1 pound weight gain during the holiday you only need to burn an additional 55 calories a day, which is equivalent to an easy 15 minute walk.

PRIVATe SeSSIOnS
We now offer Personal Training, Personal TRX Training, Buddy and Group Training, Private Racquetball Lessons and Private Ballroom Lessons. Look through our lobby flyers about how you can personalize your experience.

MeMBeR GeT A MeMBeR PROMO

Double your fitness fun. Invite a friend to join the Y. Enjoy a new workout buddy AnD a $50 Target GiftCard. Give your friend a Member Referral Card to try the Y for three days. When your friend visits the Y, you will be entered in a drawing to win an Apple iPad2. If your friend joins the Y by December 16: youll receive a $50 Target GiftCard your friend will receive a Y gym bag
Valid 11/1/12 12/16/12. Referral must come from a current YMCA of Silicon Valley facility member. Current membership required to receive gift. other restrictions may apply. See staff for member referral cards and details.

CAMPAIGn CORneR
Be An Ambassador our community programs exists to provide critical support for people surviving cancer, battling Parkinsons, and preventing youth obesity. Help is in our cause. We need volunteers to share the word, including making weekly announcements in our group exercise classes about the great programs that are supported by our Annual Giving Campaign. Make an announcement. Make a difference. Contact Shannon, Group exercise Coordinator, if you are interested in helping us Strengthen our Community. ssavage@ymcasv.org

Win an Apple iPAD2. Get a $50 TARGeT GIFTCARD. InVITe A FRIenD TODAy.

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