Plymouth Fitness Receives 2010 Best of Plymouth Award

NEW YORK, NY, March 24, 2010 — For the second consecutive year, Plymouth Fitness has been selected for the 2010 Best of Plymouth Award in the Physical Fitness Facilities category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Nationwide, only 1 in 70 (1.4%) 2009 Award recipients qualified as two-time Award Winners. Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2010 USCA Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.

SOURCE: U.S. Commerce Association

CONTACT:
U.S. Commerce Association
Email: PublicRelations@us-ca.org
URL: http://www.us-ca.org

Many people go into the gym with unattainable goals and get disappointed when they don’t see results immediately.    Starting an exercise program should always begin with setting small, reasonable goals that will allow you to reach an ultimate goal.  What is the main goal you want to achieve with your fitness program? What are small, reasonable steps to help you get to that goal?  Setting small steps, such as running one mile without stopping, will start you on the right track to running a 5k.  While setting goals, write down a dates when you would like to achieve this goal by.  For instance, if you wish to run a 5k in 4 months. By the end of month 2 a goal could be to run a 5k distance comfortably.  By the end of month 3 a goal could be improving your speed to a specific pace.  By the end of month 4 your goal is to run the 5k race.

Plymouth Fitness is sponsoring the Manomartian 5k race/walk on May 16 at 10AM.  If you are interested in entering go to http://manomartian.com/index.html.

For other links to more local races go to http://www.active.com/ or http://coolrunning.com/index.shtml.

For any of you that want to add some fun and variety to your fitness programs, entering races and setting specific goals will make your workouts much more rewarding and interesting.  If you have any questions or want tips for fun and interesting workouts, contact me at mdriscoll@plymouthfitness.com.

Melissa Driscoll, Personal Trainer

Certification/Education:
Bachelor’s of Science Degree (B.S.) in Physical Education with concentration in Exercise Science (Bridgewater State College, Pending May 2010)
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (National Strength and Conditioning Association, Pending May 2010)
CPR/AED

Fitness Philosophy:
“To live well in the future, we have to consider fitness today.”
-Richard Hinkle

Experience/Specialties:
Through the Exercise Science program at Bridgewater State College, I know the science behind the workouts and can better assist people in getting the results they desire. Also, by passing the exam to become a certified strength and conditioning specialist, I am prepared to work with an athletic population to develop sport-specific abilities.

Hobbies:
I enjoy running and biking on a regular basis. In June 2009, I participated in my first triathlon and enjoyed the challenge of training hard in preparation. I am always looking for new and exciting challenges!

Plymouth Fitness welcomes Melissa Driscoll to our Fitness Team!

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

A Powerful Ally
There’s no denying the power of bodywork. Regardless of the adjectives we assign to it (pampering, rejuvenating, therapeutic) or the reasons we seek it out (a luxurious treat, stress relief, pain management), massage therapy can be a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen.

Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress related. And perhaps nothing ages us faster, internally and externally, than high stress. While eliminating anxiety and pressure altogether in this fast-paced world may be idealistic, massage can, without a doubt, help manage stress. This translates into:

• Decreased anxiety.
• Enhanced sleep quality.
• Greater energy.
• Improved concentration.
• Increased circulation.
• Reduced fatigue.

Furthermore, clients often report a sense of perspective and clarity after receiving a massage. The emotional balance bodywork provides can often be just as vital and valuable as the more tangible physical benefits.

Always secure your valuables.   Although we would like to think that we know everybody at the club, Plymouth Fitness is a public place with many members and guests.  Take the same precautions you would take anywhere with your wallet, jewelry, clothing, keys, etc.  Not keeping your valuables locked in a locker is not recommended.  If you do not have a lock on a certain day, Member Services staff will be happy to hold your valuables.

Cell phone use in lobby only.  Most cell phones now have cameras, so to protect the privacy of all members in the locker areas and throughout the club, cell phone use is only allowed in the lobby.  Also, most people find it to be distracting while someone is having a cell phone conversation while exercising, so please refrain from using cell phones in any area of the club except in the lobby.

 Rack ‘em!  Simply return the weight plates, dumbbells, barbells, accessories, etc. to their storage area or rack when you are finished using them.  That way, members can always find what they are looking for easily.  Also, remember that everyone is not as strong as you…they might not be able to lift those 45 lb. plates off the leg press machine.

 Got clean shoes?  Please help us to keep the sand and road salt out of the building and off the equipment by not wearing your “street shoes” while exercising.  If possible, have a separate pair of “club shoes” that are not worn outside.

 Did you forget something?  Like your sweat!  No one wants to start using a piece of equipment or stretch mat only to find that the previous user neglected to wipe up their sweat when they finished.  Pre-moistened sanitizing wipes are located throughout the club.  Please use them.  Not to mention, it will keep the germs away.

 @#$%^&^@#!  Foul language is a no-no at Plymouth Fitness.  Your club serves members of all ages including young children and senior citizens.  Be respectful of them and yourself by not cursing.

 No shaving in the steam rooms or saunas.   This one should be obvious!

 Share and share alike.  Please be courteous to others when using the free weight equipment, lap lanes in the swimming pool, and weight machines by allowing others to “work-in” or “share the lane” if they are waiting.  You might even make a new friend…

New credit/debit card or checking account.  Please remember to provide us with your new billing account information when you receive any new numbers from your bank or credit card company promptly.  It could save you a service fee!

 You could be a hero!  Please report any suspicious activity or medical emergencies to a Plymouth Fitness staff member immediately.

 Thank you for helping us to continue providing you with

 the premier health club on the South Shore!