Physical Park

Testing

Alexander von Huene — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 02:33:34 +0000

Test 123

Squash | Ligue du mercredi soir − 12 octobre

Alex von Huene — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 14:54:19 +0000

Ligue du mercredi soir − 12 octobre:
Les compétiteurs de la nouvelle ligue du mercredi soir se sont rencontrés sur le terrain pour la première fois cette saison. Gémissements et grognements ont retentis provenant de joueurs ayant avoué ne pas avoir tenu une raquette pendant toute la saison estivale. Malgré cela, les parties étaient excitantes comme les parties de ligue le sont toujours. La ligue est composée d’hommes, de femmes et de jeunes, ce qui a créé des parties intéressantes. Les deux membres féminins de la ligue, Laura Odorico et Monique Deforges, ont toutes deux été vainqueurs. Des sessions de stratégie ont eu lieu après les parties. Des leçons ont été réservées avec Darnley, des promesses de perte de poids et de retrouver la forme ont été faites… Soyez des nôtres pour les résultats des semaines à venir!

Wednesday Night League – October 12th.
The new Wednesday Night League competitors met on the court for the first time this season. Groans and moans could be heard as several players declared that they hadn’t touched a racquet all summer. In spite of that, the games were exciting as league games always are. The league is composed of men, women and juniors which creates interesting match-ups. The two women in the league, Laura Odorico and Monique Deforges were both victorious. Strategy sessions followed the matches, some lessons were booked with Darnley, commitments to lose weight and get into shape were discussed… Tune in to next weeks results!

l’Action de Grâce | Thanksgiving

Alex von Huene — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 19:31:33 +0000

Veuillez prendre note que le lundi 10 octobre, le Centre Physical Park sera ouvert de 7h00 à 19h00 et que tous les cours seront annulés en raison de l’Action de Grâce. Profitez bien de la longue fin de semaine!

Please note that Monday, October 10, Physical Park will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and all classes will be canceled due to Thanksgiving. Enjoy the long weekend!

Testing Quickpress

Alex von Huene — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 03:18:07 +0000

Take 1

Sauna

Alex von Huene — Mon, 03 Oct 2011 18:42:03 +0000

Veuillez prendre note que le bain vapeur des hommes sera fermé du lundi le 3 octobre au mercredi le 5 octobre pour maintenance. Passez une belle semaine!

Please take note that the Men’s Steam room will be closed for scheduled maintenance on Monday, October 3 until Wednesday, October 5. Have a great week!

Squash League

Alex von Huene — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:46:34 +0000

Hello everyone!

The 2011 Squash league will be starting soon! We are looking for players. Contact Darnley Holder at squash@physicalpark.com

Joyeuse Fête du Canada | Happy Canada Day

Alex von Huene — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 20:13:16 +0000

Chers membres, Physical Park vous souhaite une Joyeuse Fête du Canada et vous rappelle que nous serons fermés le vendredi 1^er juillet.

Dear members, Physical Park wishes you a Happy Canada Day. We would like to remind you that the club is closed this Friday July 1.

“Ten Habits of Healthy People”

Physical Park — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:09:14 +0000

We’re always after the quick and easy way to a healthy body and mind. If we were to extract 10 habits of the healthiest individuals in our society, what would they be?
Well, the first step would be to determine what “healthy” really means? Is it a number on a scale? Is it an external trait? Is it values in a blood test? Arguably, any one of these can be a marker of good health. In essence, health includes a broad spectrum of criteria. Ultimately, external and internal stressors are the reason for an unhealthy population. For this article, I conducted interviews with several healthy people ranging in age from 18 to 75. After discussing 10 of their healthiest habits, I combined their responses to assemble the following list:
Sleeping: Many of us do not log the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Why? Kids, late-night caffeine jolt, various sleep disorders, watching our favorite television shows late into the evening…. the list goes on. Not only do most of us lack sleep time but also most of the hours we spend asleep occur after midnight. Unfortunately, pre-midnight sleep is the most valuable and the most restorative.
Drinking water: We read it over and over and still it is said that 70% of the population is dehydrated. Many of us think we drink enough fluids, however it is possible to consume what seems to be an adequate amount of water and still be dehydrated. After all, it is not the amount of H20 that we drink that matters; it is the amount of H20 that our bodies actually absorb. If one eats too much sodium, drinks too much coffee or alcohol, or eats a poor quality diet, the body cannot use the water ingested. Therefore, the habit of drinking enough water goes in conjunction with the following healthy habit.
Staying away from packaged food: The healthiest among us eat whole foods that come from the earth. Anything that has been packaged by (wo)man has undergone some type of processing. Therefore, stick to nature’s packaging and consume foods that will actually provide you with valuable nutrients. The simple rule is: forego foods that come to you in a cardboard box and/or plastic wrapper.
Spending time with loved ones: This habit is often overlooked and seems to constitute a very important aspect of a healthy individual’s life. Stress levels are reduced when the people we love surround us.
Spending time in nature: You may not be a nature lover, but we can all benefit from time spent outside in the fresh air and in the sun. Just 10 minutes spent outside has been said to rejuvenate the mind and calm the spirit.
Finding one’s life purpose: This healthy habit can be an ambiguous one – purpose in this case does not necessarily refer to a job or a career. Instead, it refers to your values and under what value system you choose to live your life. For example, you may find purpose in your family members, your community, or in the planet. Essentially, one’s life purpose refers to the place one chooses to take in society.
Parking at the far end of the parking lot and other tricks to encourage extra movement: My test subjects admitted to parking their vehicle in a manner that forces them to walk a little more and therefore spend an extra few moments outside.
Enjoying “alone time”: Whether it is meditation, reading alone, having a meal alone, or taking a walk alone – spending a couple of moments or hours alone every day is an excellent way to significantly reduce stress levels and catch up with one’s thoughts. These precious moments allow us to regroup after or amidst a hectic day at work or at home.
Speaking your mind: This does not give license to blurt out anything and everything. Instead, ensure that you do not hold in negative thoughts or emotions – this increases stress and ultimately ages you!
Exercising regularly and purposefully: My healthy test-subjects all agreed that as obvious as it sounds, exercise is key to reducing stress and ultimately increasing the quality of your life. In addition, you do not have to spend hours peddling away on a stationary bike. Short bursts of intense exercise at the gym are more effective and leave you with more time to engage in fun activities, such as playing a game of soccer with your friends or going biking with your family. It has also been said that having an exercise partner or a personal trainer helps to keep you on track. (Similarly, this person can be a loved one, thereby addressing 2 healthy habits from this list!)
Naturally, this list of 10 healthy habits may not ring true to everyone. We all have different ideas about what “healthy” means. Therefore, I encourage you to take 10 minutes to write down 10 healthy habits that you would like to adopt or that you believe you are already practicing. (This could even constitute your 10 minutes of “alone time”!)

Anna von Hoyningen Huene is a CORFIT certified personal trainer at Physical Park.

A Conversation between Two Personal Trainers

Physical Park — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:05:17 +0000

A Conversation between Two Personal Trainers

While each personal trainer is different in their general style and approach to educating and training their clients, the questions they receive in consultation sessions are often the same. In this article, I interview Marc Charles (a recent addition to the Physical Park family) about his stance on some of the most common questions we encounter as fitness professionals.

Anna: In my time as a personal trainer, I often received the following question from my female clientele: “I am a female and want to know if there is a different way that women should exercise to achieve a lean physique? I am looking for reduced body fat with moderate muscle tone.” Marc, how would you answer this inquiry?

Marc: I believe that women and men should both train at an intense level whether it is for fat loss or for strength. Many women are scared to lift heavy weights in order to achieve a lean physique in fear of waking up the next day looking like the ‘Incredible Hulk’. However, what many ladies fail to realize is that men produce a lot more testosterone than women and therefore possess the capacity to build larger muscles. Women, by contrast, generally have to work extremely hard to build large bulky muscles. Hence, do not fear the heavier weights! In addition, if women mix weight-training exercises with cardio-based exercises they are sure to have a lean body and attractive muscle tone. For my female clients, I tend to use a boot camp format to combine the two types of training and produce the desired results.
Anna: Let’s move on to the next question. In today’s fast paced work environment, many find it difficult to find the time to exercise. Moreover, there seems to be a discrepancy in the fitness world between those who believe that dedicating hours to exercise daily is the only way to achieve success and those who maintain that proper results come from short bursts of exercise. “I have 30 minutes per day that I can devote to exercising. What is more effective – cardio or weight training?”
Marc: The answer is pretty simple in my mind. I recommend a mixture of both. If you have 30 minutes, try to perform resistance training (using weights or body weight exercises) in a cardio-focused manner: for example, you may choose to perform a circuit of 7 consecutive exercises with minimal rest in between each exercise and round. This method really revs up your metabolism and keeps your body and mind guessing what movement comes next!

Anna: Here is the next question: “I have been inactive for years and want to start an exercise regime. How often and what should I focus on in the beginning?”

Marc: The first thing I do with a novice exerciser is to test cardiovascular fitness and basic range of motion (such as squatting and deadlifting movements). I want to ensure that there are no injuries that need attention before we commence a rigorous exercise regimen. If the client requires treatment from a specialist, I am well connected in a network of health practitioners that can help iron out any physical ailments or imbalances. Once safety and health issues have been addressed, I usually start a novice client with a basic resistance-training program. Technique and proper form is extremely important in this stage. I recommend a minimum of 3 days per week of exercise for those that are looking to change their physique and fitness level.

Anna: What is your stance on nutritional supplementing? “I am starting an exercise regime and want to start supplementing with protein powder and/or other supplements. What should I choose?”

Marc: Before spending a lot of money on supplements, I recommend consulting a fitness professional first. A qualified trainer, for example, can determine what and if supplements are beneficial in the client’s specific case. In addition, I always ensure during a consultation that I can rule out any allergic reactions to ingredients and that the supplements I recommend compliment my client’s eating habits as well as their fitness goals.

Anna: Here is the final question. “I am a seasoned gym rat. I am bored of my weight routine. I change my program often, but am getting bored and seem to be hitting a rut in my progression and my ability to see results. What should I do?”

Marc: In order to avoid hitting progress plateaus, I recommend changing your routine every 6-8 weeks. Engaging a personal trainer or switching up group exercise classes is integral to keeping the results coming and motivation at its peak. A successful personal trainer will keep your routine challenging for both your body and your mind. If the weight training is boring you, you may want to incorporate some classes such as boot camps or yoga into your weekly schedule. Finally, in consultation with a trainer, I recommend cycling your program over the year according to season, goals, and personal schedule (a principle called periodization).

Thank you Marc for sharing your thoughts on these common fitness questions. Marc is a CANFIT certified personal trainer at Physical Park Health Centre. He offers one-on-one personal training and specializes in boot camp classes. For more information or to book a consultation with Marc, visit the Physical Park website.

Anna is a CORFIT certified personal trainer at Physical Park Health Centre.

Pure Health Programs & Services

Sherry Thacker — Fri, 06 May 2011 16:34:15 +0000

Private Services
The experts at Pure Health are here to help you become your BEST YOU. Whether your are just starting out in fitness, getting back into it, training for a competition, recovering from an injury, keeping you and fit as you age, losing baby weight, getting ready for a wedding, or looking to have some fitness fun with your partner, our coaches are here to help you reach and surpass your goals effectively, efficiently, and safely in a fun and interactive environment.

Programs and Classes
Pure Health has a variety of Pure Programs and Pure Classes for men and women of all fitness levels. All of our classes and programs can be offered to you and your friends at a gym local to you, your work, or in your home. http://www.100purehealth.com/programs-classes/ to select a program or class that interests you and find out where these programs are currently being offered or how to get them to come to you.

Private Training
Learn from a professional! Our Private 1 + 1 training is offered in the most convenient locations around you. Home, office, outdoors or your local gym. The body is a complicated piece of equipment and unfortunately we were not born with an instruction manual. Most people THINK they know how to train themselves to get the results they want because they read magazine, surf the net, watch TV shows, but when it boils down to how your jeans fit they often can not reach their ultimate goal. http://www.100purehealth.com/contact/ today or review our availability calendar to http://www.100purehealth.com/corporate-wellness/pure-calendar/ .

Couple & Group Training
It’s a blast training with a partner or in a small group. The energy is always up, the laughs are plentiful and sometimes just that extra bit of motivation or even that hint of competition can give you the edge you crave exploding your workout to the next level. Our couples and group training programs are always designed to fit all fitness levels. Along with your own specific training program, we include exercises that can be done in pairs and in small groups adding just a bit of spice and challenge to the hour!

Health Assessments
Our FREE 60 minute health consultation is here to help. We are not trying to sell you in this hour, we are trying to EDUCATE. Having lived the struggled in the past and ran the hamster wheel one too many times, we know what the frustration is like to try so hard and not get the results we ultimately want. Yes, some weight is lost, but a plateau sets in, or the weight sneaks back up, or the motivation is lost and sooner or later we still have the belly and the flappy arms. That’s why we like to GIVE BACK in this hour to anyone who wants the knowledge. We WILL educate you as much as we possibly can … FOR FREE.

In the hour we touch on nutrition. Understanding how the body was designed to function. How to fuel the body efficiently with the proper foods, food make ups and portion sizes. We discuss food labels, carbs, proteins, fiber, sugars and supplements. We talk about the differences between cardio training and weight training. How does each affect he body. What are the benefits and what kind of results can be expected and in what time frame. We talk about sleep patterns, energy levels, emotional ups and downs, stress and how to achieve an overall lifestyle balance.

Receive book titles, phone apps, websites and podcast recommendations. Leave the hour feeling motivated, educated and armed with the tools you need to start making the baby steps towards a healthier you. http://www.100purehealth.com/contact/

Nutrition Consultations
How we fuel our bodies is the most important information we need to learn to not only achieve our fitness goals, but to also help fight off aging and disease. It’s imperative to understand how food affects are system, the influence it has on our sleeping patterns, our emotions, our energy levels, our ability to use our minds and our general status of health. The way we eat today WILL affect our health years down the road. Yet, little thought is placed on our daily, weekly, yearly intake of food. Yes, people are more health conscience today and they are “watching” what they eat, but the discipline is not always present and crafty marketing food labels can be very deceiving and they do not help us to sustain healthy lifestyle for the long term. We offer a lot of helpful information and guidance with respect to nutrition and how to apply healthy habits to your everyday life. http://www.100purehealth.com/contact/

Services & Rates

Personal Training Price List

Drop in Package: Pay as you go and book at your leisure = $75.00 / hour plus tax

Program Design: Buy 3 classes in advance = $225.00 plus tax (Includes a program valid for 3 months and 3 PT sessions to demonstrate the exercises)

Trial Package: Buy 6 sessions in advance, get one free! = $455.00 plus tax (includes 1 complete weight resistant program for gym or home)

Transformation Package: Buy 12 sessions in advance = $600.00 plus tax (includes before and after measurements and pictures, nutrition plan and tracking, home and travel training program, 3 day gym program, access to my Tuesday SPIN / BOOT CAMP Classes and health assessment )

Couples Training: Buy 12 sessions in advance = $900.00 plus tax (includes before and after measurements and pictures, nutrition plan and tracking, home and travel training program, 3 day gym program, access to my Tuesday SPIN / BOOT CAMP Classes and health assessment )

Sexy Sister Private or Home Training Program – 14 weeks = $799.99 plus tax 14 home / gym circuit training programs, nutrition tracking, meal planning, before and after measurements and pictures and free health assessment)

Muscle Mass Builders Private Training Program – 14 weeks = $799.99 plus tax (4 phase muscle mass building program, nutrition tracking, meal planning, before and after measurements and pictures and free health assessment)

Pure Prenatal Packages:

Initial 60 Minute Health Consultation and Evaluation: FREE

1st, 2nd, 3rd Trimester Fitness Program Design: 9 sessions in total = $675.00 plus tax (Includes one program valid for each trimester and 3 PT sessions to demonstrate each program)

1st, 2nd, 3rd Trimester Fitness Training: 12 sessions in total = $900.00 plus tax (Includes weekly or monthly one of one personal training)

1st, 2nd, 3rd Trimester Full Package: 36 sessions in total = $1,999.99 plus tax (Includes weekly one of one personal training, nutrition tracking and guides, articles, podcasts, book and website recommendations, direct communication between you, our personal trainer and all of your related medical practitioners at your request)

January – March 2011 Group Training Programs

Sexy Sisters Group Training Program – 14 weeks = $499.99 plus tax (includes access to http://www.physicalpark.com/ in Vaudreuil, 14 circuit training programs, nutrition tracking, meal planning, before and after measurements and pictures and free health assessment)

Muscle Mass Builders Group Training Program – 14 weeks = $499.99 plus tax (includes access to http://www.physicalpark.com/ in Vaudreuil, 4 phase muscle mass building program, nutrition tracking, meal planning, before and after measurements and pictures and free health assessment)

Spinning Boot Camp Group Training Program – 12 weeks = $120.00 plus tax Saturday mornings at http://www.physicalpark.com/ 7:00am – 9:00am

Fusion Spin Circuit Group Training Program – 12 weeks = $199.99 plus tax  (includes 12 programs , nutrition tracking, meal planning, before and after measurements and pictures and free health assessment)