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WELLNESS PROGRAMS 4th Floor Wellness Center • 206.839.4780 • www.wac.net/wellness-center Physical Therapy Members can get physical therapy at the WAC. It is reimbursable by insur- ance, just like outside the Club. Manual Therapy International physical thera- pists take only one patient per hour, so no more being shuffled between thera- body to conserve energy and creates more- refined patterns of movement. Rolfing significantly improves alignment and enhances neurological function. Tuesdays (8:30–11 am); $115; information and appointments: 206.839.4780, wellness@ wac.net; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge pists or wasting your time. Mondays–Fridays (by appointment only); one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Podiatry Services Sports, exercise, poor biomechanics and underlying medical conditions all can lead to foot and ankle problems. So can the wrong shoes. WAC members can now find a solution for painful feet and related phys- ical structures at the Wellness Center. Virginia Mason Medical Center podiatric physicians offer gait analysis, orthotics eval- uations and castings, among other services. Because your feet and ankles serve as the foundation of your entire body, the impor- tance of correcting problems in these areas cannot be overstated. Virginia Mason pro- viders offer a measured and prioritized approach to get you up and running—or walking—with reduced pain and increased confidence. Most podiatry services are cov- ered by insurance. Mondays (3–5 pm); one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Rolfing Structural Integration Through hands-on manipulation of the connective tissue, Rolfing eases pain and discomfort from many different causes, including back pain, repetitive-motion injury, trauma and aging. It also relieves stress and improves performance in pro- fessional and daily activities. Rolfing prac- titioner Sara Bayer uses mild, direct pres- sure to release holdings of fascia—the body's internal system of flexible support that surrounds every muscle fiber, encases all joints and has a role in the nervous system. The slow, deep strokes stimulate sensory neurons of the muscle nerve, trig- gering the nervous system to reduce ten- sion. Thus, the body finds health through the re-establishment of balance. Studies show that Rolfing engenders more efficient use of the muscles, allows the Segmental Body Fat Analysis Measure your body fat percentage with a professional-grade segmental bioimpedance analyzer. Using eight-point tactile electrode technology provides more accurate results. The analyzer measures weight, fat mass, lean body mass, body fat percentage, intra- cellular water, extracellular water and total body water. This is a great way to monitor your progress over time. $30 members, $35 guests; information and registration: 206.839.4782, shopkins@wac. net; by appointment; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Shopping for Good Health Take the confusion out of buying healthy food. Meet at a natural foods store and learn what foods can fit into a busy lifestyle without blowing your diet. Learn how to read food labels and assess nutrient content to get new and tasty eating ideas. $130; information and registration: 206.839.4782, shopkins@wac.net; by appointment; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Speakers Bureau The First Step to Change Is Awareness Bring WAC Wellness to your business, retreat or community organization with educational topics presented by engaging professionals. You pick the expert, the presentation topic, time and place. Building awareness through education is the first step Be proactive. Achieve optimal health and reduce stress with acupuncture. to improved health and well-being. Contact Wellness Manager Tamela Thomas at tamelat@wac.net or visit the Wellness Center's Speakers Bureau pages at www.wac.net/wellness-center/speakers-bureau. Vitamin B12 Shots Feeling fatigued? Not sleeping well? Stressed? Noticing symptoms of irritability, AUGUST 2012 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 55 lack of drive, reduced exercise capacity, fuzzy thinking, or tingling in your hands or feet? Vitamin B12 deficiency or subopti- mal levels of B12 can cause all these symp- toms. Regular use of heartburn medica- tions, certain anti-diabetics, antibiotics, excessive coffee intake and vegetarian diets can exacerbate vitamin B12 deficiency, as can the aging process. Moreover, for anyone taking antidepressants, researchers have found better results when such medications are taken concurrent with vitamin B12 shots. Vitamin B12 plays an important role in protecting us from heart disease, supports healthy circulation, immune function, red blood cell produc- tion, mood regulation, memory, concentration and mental clarity. B12 shots are offered through the Wellness Center. Appointments are recommended, though walk-ins can be accommodated. Thursdays (3–7 pm); $50 initial visit, $25 subsequent visits; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge