A few of Plymouth Fitness’ finest enjoying America’s favorite past time!

Paul Frongillo, Dave Cote, Mike Hewins

Have you had a fitness profile lately?  The Micro Fit, Fitness Profile is an all-inclusive health & fitness evaluation available to all of our members and guests.  During this appointment, the fitness staff will review your Lifestyle Questionnaire, perform the fitness profile using the Micro Fit system and develop a personalized exercise prescription!  This appointment will provide you with a base-line for your current fitness level and provide a comparison to others of the same age and gender.   The Fitness Profile consists of computer controlled assessment equipment, administered by one of our personal training staff.   Our trainers will evaluate your fitness in 7 areas giving you an accurate assessment of your fitness level.  Measurements include: blood pressure, heart rate, weight, body fat analysis, flexibility, biceps strength and a sub maximal assessment of your aerobic fitness.  Your profile results will be discussed with you in detail and you will be given a personal print out of the report along with suggested guidelines for your training.  

This assessment is available to you every 3 months, and is suggested to later re-evaluate in order to accurately view your progress.  This program will help our fitness professionals make changes to your program! 

Please dress comfortably and avoid caffeine, smoking, heavy meals, and exercise for at least 3 hours prior to your appointment for the best results!

To schedule your fitness profile today, please stop by member services and one of our staff members can assist you!  If you have any questions feel free to contact:

Nate Graham, Fitness Director, Personal Trainer

ngraham@plymouthfitness.com

508-746-7448, ext. 43

Congratulations! The following club members had the greatest percent body weight, body fat, waist circumfrence and BMI loss!

Joyce Tupper

Megan MacDonald

Bob Billings

Mike Tierney

and the wild card winner…. Sue Duffy!

It was a very close contest and you should all be proud! Every single person who completed the contest lost in almost every category!

I hope you enjoy your $50 Dicks Sporting Goods gift certificate!

Please see me to claim your prize!

Stay tuned for the next club contest coming soon!!

In Health,

Nate Graham

Fitness Director, Personal Trainer

ngraham@plymouthfitness.com

508-746-7448 ext 43

Plymouth Fitness welcomes it’s newest personal trainer, Jason Cartwright! 

Jason Cartwright, Personal Trainer
Certification/Education:
Bachelor’s of Science (B.S) with a concentration in Applied Exercise Science (Springfield College)
Associate’s of Science (A.S) with a concentration in Movement Science (Dean College)
CPR/AED
 
Fitness Philosophy:
Don’t teach what you can’t do.
 
Experience/Specialties:
-          Strength and Conditioning
-          Creating Exercise Prescriptions
-          Proper Form
-          Nutrition
 
As a graduate from Springfield College, the birthplace of basketball and exercise physiology, Jason has had the opportunity working hard in the classroom while also encompassing their philosophy of educating the whole person – spirit, mind and body – for leadership in service to others. Interning at three different facilities, including Plymouth Fitness, Jason recently completed more than 450 hours as a strength coach at the University of Hartford. Jason assisted in designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs while working with men’s lacrosse, men/women’s basketball, men’s baseball, men/women’s soccer, men/women’s tennis, women’s softball, track and field, cross country, and men/women’s golf.

For more information about training with Jason please contact him at jcartwright@plymouthfitness.com

Massage Therapist, Kerry Tierney, has been selected as May 2010 Employee of the Month.  Kerry started with Plymouth Fitness last August and has quickly become a very popular member of the team.  Kerry has a strong work ethic and her clients rave about her massages.  You will find Kerry at the club very often and when she is not in her Massage Therapist uniform, she loves to play racquetball.  Kerry welcomes new clients and she can be reached at 508-746-7448 ext. 42.  or ktierney@plymouthfitness.com .

You can read Kerry’s blog on “What to do for any injury, ice or heat?”here http://www.plymouthfitness.com/blog/?p=552

Have you had a fitness profile lately?  The Micro Fit, Fitness Profile is an all-inclusive health & fitness evaluation available to all of our members and guests.  During this appointment, the fitness staff will review your Lifestyle Questionnaire, perform the fitness profile using the Micro Fit system and develop a personalized exercise prescription!  This appointment will provide you with a base-line for your current fitness level and provide a comparison to others of the same age and gender.   The Fitness Profile consists of computer controlled assessment equipment, administered by one of our personal training staff.   Our trainers will evaluate your fitness in 7 areas giving you an accurate assessment of your fitness level.  Measurements include: blood pressure, heart rate, weight, body fat analysis, flexibility, biceps strength and a sub maximal assessment of your aerobic fitness.  Your profile results will be discussed with you in detail and you will be given a personal print out of the report along with suggested guidelines for your training.  This assessment is available every 3 months, and is suggested to later re-evaluate in order to accurately view your progress.  This program will help our fitness professionals make changes to your program! 

Please dress comfortably and avoid caffeine, smoking, heavy meals, and exercise for at least 3 hours prior to your appointment for the best results!

To schedule your fitness profile, please stop by member services and one of our staff members can assist you!  If you have any questions feel free to contact:

Nate Graham, Fitness Director, Personal Trainer

ngraham@plymouthfitness.com

508-746-7448, ext. 43

Midlife brings many transitions. These may include changes in marital status, career, and the end of childrearing.  There are physiological, physical, hormonal,and emotional changes which affect the body and spirit.  Some of us embrace these changes and view these years as the prime of our lives.  Others may experience a midlife crisis. Midlife is a time when we can make positive choices or negative choices.  Massage offers us a positive choice and a chance to reconnect with ourself.

Dr. Tiffany Field of the Touch Institute reports that massage at midlife has a large physiological affect on our cortisol (stress hormone), serotonin,dopamine, substance P and our natural killer cells. This powerful combination of biochemical agents in our bodies offers increased resistance to disease and a natural anti-depressant. Regular massage  increases our production of good hormones, decreases the effects of bad hormones and increases brain activity. It also enables women to reconnect with their bodies. At midlife we are faced with the fact that we no longer have that model figure. Massage helps us to reconnect with our bodies and be at peace with the transitions in our life.

*massage therapy journal,summer 2009,vol.48, p.44-50.

Try massage. It’s a healthy alternative!

Long-time members Dan & Jane Arkema recently visited the Taj Mahal.  Note Dan in his favorite “T” shirt with the Plymouth Fitness logo.  How to represent!

“I am committed to assisting individuals in achieving their personal fitness goals.  I have experienced what regular exercise, core, and strength training has done for me personally and I am dedicated to helping others lead a more healthy and active lifestyle.”

Marlene is a champion body-builder, winning several titles in ’97 and ’98.  She enjoys working with clients that have diverse needs and experience!

 Plymouth Fitness launched the Fall 2009 Release of Group Power with a special event on Friday 10/23/09 at 6pm.  Here are some fun photos…