Weigh Ins for the Summer Slimdown start today and will happen all week. The contest will run for the month of July!
Here are a few types to help you shed some pounds and win one of our great prizes!!!
1. Set realistic goals and determine your ideal weight lose.
2. Track your body fat percentage, make sure that doesn't get too low and that you are eating correctly and healthy
3. Monitor what you are eating, and decrease your daily caloric intake and increase the amount of daily exercise you are doing.
4. Eat 5-6 small meals throughout the day instead of 2 big ones.
5. Do a combination of cardiovascular and resistance training to build lean muscle and lose fat. Try to add in high intensity intervals into your cardio routine.
Monday, June 25, 2012
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Living Social Deal!
Our Living Social Deal started running this morning! You have 6 days to purchase it, but don't wait because you won't want to miss out on it!!!
http://www.livingsocial.com/cities/77-richmond/deals/361182-eight-fitness-classes
http://www.livingsocial.com/cities/77-richmond/deals/361182-eight-fitness-classes
Friday, June 15, 2012
Gym Happenings
Some of you may have noticed that there are a lot of new flyers hanging up around the gym with new programs that are being offered to our members. We have been working hard to give our members new fitness opportunities to add some spunk to their fitness routine. I am going to break down all of the things going on in this blog and hope that I can answer any questions that you may have. As always please call the gym at 343-1234 with any questions that you may have.
Membership Referral Program: Starting today, June 15, 2012, for every member you refer to our gym for membership you will have the choice of one of our new Richmond Balance shirts or $10 in RB Bonus Bucks. Shirts are available in sizes small through extra large and come in navy blue, heather gray, lime green, and hot pink. Bonus Bucks can be used towards any of the services that the gym provides, i.e. personal training. Let your friends know that we are currently running a $299 special on our Annual Membership so now is the time to join!
Summer Slimdown: The Summer Slimdown is a weight lost competition between members for the month of July. We will have weigh ins June 25th - June 28th and weigh outs August 1st - August 4th. The one female and the one male to lose the highest percent body weight wins the competition! Prizes include your choice of a free personal training session or a month free of membership. Percent body weight will be determined like this: If a 200 pound person loses 10 pounds, their percent body weight lost would be 5% (10/200 = 0.05 x 100 = 5%).
Fun Firework 5K: Join us for first annual Fun Firework 5K July 7th at 10:30 AM! There will be a walking and a running group and at the end of each mile there will be a strength circuit. This is a free event so bring your friends and family with you! Our route starts at the gym and heads to Brown's Island, from there we will continue along the canal and head back to the gym.
Membership Referral Program: Starting today, June 15, 2012, for every member you refer to our gym for membership you will have the choice of one of our new Richmond Balance shirts or $10 in RB Bonus Bucks. Shirts are available in sizes small through extra large and come in navy blue, heather gray, lime green, and hot pink. Bonus Bucks can be used towards any of the services that the gym provides, i.e. personal training. Let your friends know that we are currently running a $299 special on our Annual Membership so now is the time to join!
Summer Slimdown: The Summer Slimdown is a weight lost competition between members for the month of July. We will have weigh ins June 25th - June 28th and weigh outs August 1st - August 4th. The one female and the one male to lose the highest percent body weight wins the competition! Prizes include your choice of a free personal training session or a month free of membership. Percent body weight will be determined like this: If a 200 pound person loses 10 pounds, their percent body weight lost would be 5% (10/200 = 0.05 x 100 = 5%).
Fun Firework 5K: Join us for first annual Fun Firework 5K July 7th at 10:30 AM! There will be a walking and a running group and at the end of each mile there will be a strength circuit. This is a free event so bring your friends and family with you! Our route starts at the gym and heads to Brown's Island, from there we will continue along the canal and head back to the gym.
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Frozen Yogurt Sandwiches with Blueberry Swirl
I LOVE Pinterest and find some of the best recipes and craft ideas on there. I stumbled upon this recipe a few days ago and really want to try it. Let me know what you think!
Frozen Yogurt Sandwiches with Blueberry Swirl
serves 8-12
For the Blueberry Compote
2 cups (10 ounces) fresh blueberries
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 Tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
For the Sandwich Layers
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 ounces (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 extra large egg
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 pints premium vanilla frozen yogurt ( I use Häagen-Dazs)
For the Blueberry Compote
In a 12-inch skillet, cook the blueberries, sugar, and lemon zest over medium-high heat, thoroughly crushing the berries with a potato masher or the back of a large fork until the juices have released and the sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes. In a small bowl, stir together the lemon juice and cornstarch. Stir the lemon juice mixture into the blueberry mixture. Bring the entire mixture to a boil, stirring until the mixture is thickened, about 1 minute. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. (Can be made up to one day in advance).
For the Sandwich Layer
Preheat the oven to 375º F with the rack in the middle. Butter and flour two 8-inch baking pans, then line with parchment paper with sides over hanging for easy release. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and brown sugar at medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Reduce the speed and add the flour mixture in two batches, mixing just until combined. Evenly divide the batter between the prepared pans, spreading with an offset spatula. Bake until golden brown, but still tender, 10-12 minutes. Cool completely in the pans for least 1 hour.
To Assemble
Keeping one sandwich layer in the pan, dollop half the blueberry compote over the base. Spoon all of the softened frozen yogurt over the blueberry and spread evenly using an offset spatula. Dollop the remaining blueberry compote over the yogurt. Using the parchment overhang, carefully remove the second sandwich layer from the pan. Invert the layer over the blueberry and yogurt, pressing gently to form and even sandwich. Fold parchment overhang over the sandwich and wrap baking pan in plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
When ready to serve, remove plastic wrap and unfold parchment. Using parchment, transfer the sandwich to a cutting board. Trim edges if desired, then cut into bars. Ice cream sandwich (before cutting) can be made 1 week in advance wrapped in plastic wrap and then in foil. Enjoy!
Frozen Yogurt Sandwiches with Blueberry Swirl
serves 8-12
For the Blueberry Compote
2 cups (10 ounces) fresh blueberries
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
1 Tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
For the Sandwich Layers
1 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 ounces (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1 extra large egg
1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
2 pints premium vanilla frozen yogurt ( I use Häagen-Dazs)
For the Blueberry Compote
In a 12-inch skillet, cook the blueberries, sugar, and lemon zest over medium-high heat, thoroughly crushing the berries with a potato masher or the back of a large fork until the juices have released and the sugar has dissolved, about 2 minutes. In a small bowl, stir together the lemon juice and cornstarch. Stir the lemon juice mixture into the blueberry mixture. Bring the entire mixture to a boil, stirring until the mixture is thickened, about 1 minute. Transfer the mixture to a bowl and cool to room temperature. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use. (Can be made up to one day in advance).
For the Sandwich Layer
Preheat the oven to 375º F with the rack in the middle. Butter and flour two 8-inch baking pans, then line with parchment paper with sides over hanging for easy release. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon; set aside. In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and brown sugar at medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Reduce the speed and add the flour mixture in two batches, mixing just until combined. Evenly divide the batter between the prepared pans, spreading with an offset spatula. Bake until golden brown, but still tender, 10-12 minutes. Cool completely in the pans for least 1 hour.
To Assemble
Keeping one sandwich layer in the pan, dollop half the blueberry compote over the base. Spoon all of the softened frozen yogurt over the blueberry and spread evenly using an offset spatula. Dollop the remaining blueberry compote over the yogurt. Using the parchment overhang, carefully remove the second sandwich layer from the pan. Invert the layer over the blueberry and yogurt, pressing gently to form and even sandwich. Fold parchment overhang over the sandwich and wrap baking pan in plastic wrap and freeze for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
When ready to serve, remove plastic wrap and unfold parchment. Using parchment, transfer the sandwich to a cutting board. Trim edges if desired, then cut into bars. Ice cream sandwich (before cutting) can be made 1 week in advance wrapped in plastic wrap and then in foil. Enjoy!
Thursday, June 7, 2012
"Exergaming"
Found this article in the Washington Post website this morning. I would have never thought that video games would be consider "exercise" but I guess anything to get kids up and moving.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/presidents-council-on-fitness-backs-wii-kinect-and-other-video-games/2012/05/14/gIQAJg87QU_story.html
http://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/wellness/presidents-council-on-fitness-backs-wii-kinect-and-other-video-games/2012/05/14/gIQAJg87QU_story.html
Monday, June 4, 2012
Tabata
Tabata is a pretty popular class offered at Richmond Balance. Although not on the schedule for June, we are offering Body Blast on Wednesday's at 7pm! Body Blast is pretty similar to Tabata and I'm sure that once you try it you will be hooked!
The Richmond Times Dispatch ran a great article on Tabata in Sunday's paper.
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/lifestyles/2012/jun/03/tdflair04-fitness-tabata-interval-training-ar-1953470/
Hope you enjoy it!
The Richmond Times Dispatch ran a great article on Tabata in Sunday's paper.
http://www2.timesdispatch.com/lifestyles/2012/jun/03/tdflair04-fitness-tabata-interval-training-ar-1953470/
Hope you enjoy it!
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