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WELLNESS PROGRAMS 4th Floor Wellness Center • 206.839.4780 • www.wac.net/wellness-center Fit Life Fit Life incorporates scientifically based, individualized exercise prescription, metabolic testing, education and nutrition counseling in a safe, nonintimidating, fully supervised results-oriented program maximizing health and well-being. The program meets twice a week for eight weeks. (Times vary from session to session.) Participants are assigned to small groups (two to three people) according to their fitness compatibility. This allows a great deal of individual attention. Your fitness level, general health, exercise preferences and any injuries will be considered. The packaged program includes: • Resting metabolic rate testing • Two metabolic exercise tests • Eight-week zone training program • Aerobic activities (stationary bike, aqua aerobics, power walking, etc.) • Strength training (free weights, resistance circuit equipment, etc.) • Stretching and balance work • Nutritional guidance (classes and solo) • Testing at beginning and end of the program to chart physiological benefits • Fitness Departments access for AIS provides functional and physiological restoration of superficial and deep fascial planes. Using a two-second stretch has proven to be the key in avoiding reflexive contraction of the antagonistic muscle. Without activating muscle-group contrac- tion, restoration of full range of motion and flexibility can be achieved successfully. Tuesdays & Wednesdays; $70/hour, $40/30 minutes; information and appointments: 206.839.4780, wellness@wac.net; by appointment only INTRO PACK SPECIAL: 3 SESSIONS/$189 Acupuncture The National Institutes of Health recognizes acupuncture as effective in treating more than 40 conditions. Back pain, neck pain, sciatica, migraines, asthma and colitis are a few commonly treated illnesses. Treatments reduce pain and increase the circulation of qi to create optimal health, and they build and restore the body. Acupuncture is great for reducing stress and regaining a sense of balance and tran- quility. Acupuncture may include Chinese program duration $850 ($1,450 value); information and registration: 206.464.4639, tamelat@wac.net; sessions start monthly Quit Smoking Want to quit smoking but haven't found the time or a way to fit a program into your schedule? This teleconference program may be the answer. The program has a 95 percent success rate through one year and a 70 percent success rate three to five years out. The beauty of this program is that it comes to your location at a time you choose. Call the Wellness Center for more information. $396; information and registration: 206.839.4780, wellness@wac.net FEATURED SERVICES Active Isolated Stretching Active isolated stretching (AIS) provides effective, dynamic, facilitated stretching of major muscle groups. More important, herbology and cupping. Tuesdays (8:30–11 am); $115/60 minutes; information and appointments: 206.839.4780, wellness@wac.net; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge; cash or check only Biofeedback Biofeedback teaches us how to regulate our nervous system's activity and other physiological processes. It is an effective tool in alleviating the symptoms commonly caused by or influenced by stress. Biofeedback is used for tension headaches, high blood pressure, sleep disturbance, digestion issues, TMJ and all manner of conditions created or made worse by anxiety. During a biofeedback session, sensitive biomedical equipment measures internal body functions (heart rhythms, breath patterns, sweat gland activity, skin temperature and muscle tension). The unique physical changes measured during stress are then used as the roadmap for the training to promote relaxation. Through biofeedback training we can learn to consciously manage the processes that influence stress and relaxation, and to establish long-term self-regulation—a use- ful tool to build and protect our health in today's "fight or flight" society. Thursdays (3–7 pm); $175 initial visit, $100 subsequent visits; information and appointments: 206.839.4780, wellness@wac. net; by appointment only; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Injury Screening Do you have a persistent ache or pain? Have you recently injured yourself? Are you wondering whether you should see a health care professional? Now is the perfect time to set up an appointment for an evaluation by a licensed physical therapist. Screening may include recommendations for home treatment or specific activities performed at the Club. Tuesdays (2–3 pm); complimentary; 15-minute appointments Individualized Nutritional Counseling Nutritional counseling works one- on-one with members, addressing present diet and health concerns. The counseling includes a review of diet and health history followed by suggestions for nutritional changes and interventions that will help you reach your goals. Dietary analysis, food plans and customized supple- ment programs are implemented as needed. Information and registration: 206.839.4782, shopkins@wac.net AUGUST 2012 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 53 BRIAN FRANCIS