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If you’re not using a foam roller, we have one question for you: Why Not? Maybe you don’t know how to use it, or what it’s for. Maybe you’ve watched someone roll on top of it while cringing and biting their lip and wondered “Why would someone do that?!”

Fear Not – because Myofasical Release (or Foam Rolling) is one of the BEST things you have probably never done!

Simply put, it is one of the most effective tools at your disposal for physique-building, recovery and injury prevention. Self-myofascial release – is a fancy term for self-massage to release muscle tightness or trigger points. Basically, by applying pressure to specific points on your body you are able to aid in the recovery of your muscles. Of course, getting a deep tissue massage is a nice way to go too, but it takes a lot of time and gets very expensive. For as little as $25 (and we sell them at Body Fit), you can find a basic foam roller and in 10 minutes begin that well-needed release your muscles need to stay pain-free.

Why Should You Foam Roll?
1) Increased Range of Motion – Moving well is key at any age. Tight muscles don’t allow this, but by being proactive, you can reduce muscle soreness and recover faster from activities.
2) Increased Flexibility – Tights muscles impede movement – regular foam rolling before, during and after your workout / activity can help you move better.
3) Prevent Injury – by doing regular foam rolling – you are “paying it forward” in terms of injury prevention.
4) De-Stress – we all have stress in our lives, a little foam rolling at the end of your day can be a great way to relax and de-stress.
5) Repair – when we work our muscles, we cause micro-tears in them. Repair and rest must go hand in hand. Foam rolling helps “smooth” out scar tissue and assists with muscle repair and removes toxins from the muscles.
You should always consult with a Trainer or knowledgeable professional prior to Foam Rolling.

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It’s been a while since we have put out a newsletter but …It’s back!  Special thanks go out to Eric Noyes our Lead Trainer who will now be publishing our monthly newsletter.  There will be limited hard copies available at the gym but you can always view it here and save a few trees doing it 🙂

To view June 2017, just click here=> Body Fit Bulletin June 2017

 Family Day Deals

We are open 8am to 4pm on Monday December 26th!  During that time the following will be available at deep discounts!  The sale is for one day only so don’t delay!

Boxing Day Deals

Memberships:

Annual Couples membership (monthly payment) – only $98 down and get 1 month for free.

• Regular Price is $93.50 per month. You Save $93.50!
• Choose to pay in full and you save an additional $98 and get 13 months for the price of 12!
• Pay the full amount in cash and get an additional 5% OFF!

Annual Single Membership (monthly payment) – only $49 down and get 1 month free.

• Regular Price is $55.00 per month. You Save $55.00!
• Choose to pay in full and you save an additional $49 and get 13 months for the price of 12!.
• Pay the full amount in cash and get an additional 5% OFF!

 Note: Youth and Senior Discount of 10% off regular price still apply!

 7 months for the price of 6!  Buy a 6 month membership paid in full and get 1 month for free!

• Regular price is $65.00 per month. You save $65.00!
• Pay the full amount in cash and get an additional 5% OFF!

New Trainer Sale!

Save up to 40% Off when you sign up for a minimum of 2 months of training or buy a package of 6 X 1hr sessions with a 2 month expiry.  Contact Alec directly at alexander@bodyfit.ca.   His sale runs until January 31^st 2017.

4 Session Jumpstart Training Package ONLY $69.00!

Save 30% off the already discounted price of $99!  For only $69.00 you get 4 X 45 minute training sessions with one of our trainers that includes an initial evaluation and goal setting session, Body Composition Analysis and Comprehensive Movement Analysis designed to identify specific issues and potential risk of injury based on how you currently move.

• Regular Training Value is $199..Yours for ONLY $69 plus HST!!

Sale prices valid on Monday December 26^th Only!  Call in to purchase if you can’t make it in personally.

Add HST to prices above.

I have seen a few guys come into the gym wearing these masks.  Personally, they reminded me of a nanny we had hired years ago who insisted on wearing a face mask for hours at a time.  I think the result of some nasty looking chapped lips far out weighed the benefits of wearing that mask…..our house wasn’t that dusty thank you very much….   Anyway, this new “training tool” is called an elevation training mask which is supposed to mimic the training effects of training at high altitude.

That type of training, when done at altitudes of 6000-10,000 feet above sea level  is known to boost the bodies levels of the hormone called erythropoietin (EPO) which stimulates the body to produce oxygen carrying red blood cells.  Kind of like legal blood doping.  The overall lasting effect of this condition, when coming back down to sea level,  is only a few days but these masks are being marketed for being able to produce the same or similar effect all the time.

So I did some research and came across an article by a pretty reputable guy,  Doug Kechijian.  I encourage you to give it a read before you decide to invest over $100 USD for yourself or your kid.  You can find the article here: http://www.resilientperformancept.com/blog/elevation-training-masks-an-analysis

There is a global health initiative that began in 2007 called “Exercise is Medicine”.  This initiative was brought about to make a systematic change through changing entire health care systems.

At Body Fit we believe that this change will have the most impact if it starts right in the Doctors office.   However, we also understand that a Doctors traditional scope of practice does not include comprehensive pre-exercise assessments or preparing exercise programs for their patients.

On September 21^st, Body Fit Health Club launched it’s Physician Communication Program at the Uxbridge Health Centre.  For the Doctors, it’s as simple as writing out a prescription for medication and just as a easy to “fill” one for the patients.   This system for exercise referral was developed in collaboration with Dr. Carlye Jensen and Andy Luukkonen, Owner of Body Fit Health Club.

“While I can prescribe various medicines to help with blood pressure, diabetes, back pain and many other ailments these pills are nothing compared to the results that can be achieved with healthy eating and exercise.  Daily exercise is good for the body as well as the mind and soul and is the best prescription a doctor can provide.” says  Dr. Carlye Jensen

This “system” is both simple yet comprehensive at the same time.  Individuals can get involved through their Doctor or any other health care provider such as a Physiotherapist, Chiropractor Near Me staff, Massage Therapist or even their insurance case manager in the event of a claim that requires rehabilitation.  Even if you haven’t been referred by anyone, we can get you started.

The integral part of the system comes down to communication.  Many clients have come to us and say that their Dr. told them they need to join a gym and get some exercise but don’t know the Doctors main areas of concern or many details about why the Doctor recommended exercise. It’s kind of like a situation of “broken telephone” but the Communication Program takes care of all these details.

Doctors can now fill out a prescription form and hand it to their patients.  It will detail the areas of concern and provide other need to know information for the fitness professional.  Instructions on how to “fill” the prescription are on the back of the prescription form.  Patients then bring the prescription to Body Fit Health Club.  Patients will receive a comprehensive assessment, a free trial membership to use the facility and several options to follow through with the Doctors recommendations.  Details of the assessment and recommended exercise plan will be faxed to the referring Doctor along with the patient’s authorization to communicate directly with the Doctor for future follow-up.

The same process of communication would be done regardless of which health care professional refers a patient.  It’s also worth noting that we understand that not everyone is a “gym” person.  Once the trainers have completed the initial assessment, they can also create exercise plans to be done at home or outside.  Purchasing a gym membership is not required as regular follow-up is part of the exercise prescription.  Although exercise programs at fitness facilities are not covered by OHIP, depending on the patient’s situation, some insurance plans may cover the cost.

If you would like to learn more about Body Fit’s Physician Communication Program, simply call Andy at 905-852-6175!