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Vol. 1 Issue 12 December 2012

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Upcoming Events:

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Cookie Social Monday, December 10th 11 - 12 Premiere Fitness Lobby Bring in your favorite cookies to share and vote for your favorites! Prizes for the top three winners. Lunch ‘n Learn Wednesday, December 12th Noon - 1 pm Premiere Fitness “Managing and Preventing Injuries” Jay Wladyka, Occupational Therapist

Aveda Salon Sale Friday, December 14th 3 pm - 7 pm 20% Off Aveda Products, 10% Off Pre-Wrapped Aveda Holiday Gift Sets, Complimentary Services (Limited - by appointment only)

Premiere is currently accepting donations for Homesafe and The Blanket Rescue Mission. There is a list of donation suggestions at the front counter.

December Spa SpecialPurchase A Gift Certificate For An Essential Facial With Hidie And Receive

A 30-Minute Upper Body Massage.

Free Moisturizing Hand Treatment With Any Hair Service.Expires December 31st

AVEDA SALE: Friday, December 14th 3 pm - 7 pm 20% Off Aveda Products, 10% Off Pre-Wrapped Aveda Holiday Gift Sets, Complimentary

Services (Limited - by appointment only)

Salon Gift Certificates Available!

Health For Life ProgramThe Health for Life program combines wellness education with exercise classes to help motivate you to lose weight, shape up, or meet whatever health goals you have.Wellness education classes are led by ACMC professional staff and physicians. The $20 entry fee includes:

• 6 Free Premiere Fitness passes ($72.00 value)• 6 Free YMCA of Ashtabula passes ($72.00 value) • Half off the joiner’s fee at the YMCA of Ashtabula if you become a member ($30.00 value)• ACMC employees can join Premiere for $12.00 on a month per month basis from January until April• Community members can join Premiere for $20.00 per month from January until April ($50.00 per month value)• Cooking tips • Nutrition education • Prizes for participation and healthy weight loss. A $200 prize will be awarded to the male and female and $400.00 to the couple who lose the most percentage of weight (as determined by regular weigh-ins at ACMC, ACMC Rehabilitation Services or Premiere Fitness). There are also other prizes to be given away, including four $50 cash prizes, a night’s stay at the Lodge at Geneva State Park ($150.00 value), and memberships to Premiere Fitness ($474.00 value) and the YMCA ($532.00 value).

Sign up and weigh-in first thing after the New Year on January 2 at Premiere Fitness or ACMC’s Outpatient Rehabilitation Services. The first class will begin on January 9 at 12 noon and again at 6pm. Sessions meet at noon and 6 p.m. in the ACMC Solarium (fifth floor). The classes will continue approximately every 2 weeks until the final class on April 3.

Premiere Fitness Now Offers Silver Sneakers!

Ambassador Spin

Question: How can I avoid holiday weight gain? Answer: The holidays can be a difficult time for most with managing their weight. Take the time to eat breakfast. Skipping this can pack on the pounds any time of the year, but with holiday sweets there is more temptation. Breakfast will kick start your metabolism to help burn those extra pounds off. Make sure this meal is full of proteins and fiber. You also want to increase your water intake. Water can help with a number of things and one is to help fight off hunger. Take a minute to think about what you’re going to be eating before you go fill up a plate. Having just a little bit of everything is a sure way to add on those dreaded holiday pounds. The little bits can add up faster then you think. Try to pick the healthier options someone may have to offer. Go for the veggie tray instead of the cookie tray.

Opt for no alcohol. Alcohol has a lot of calories, and it also makes you feel bloated at times. Reducing your intake will help you keep your calorie intake down. Alcohol can also cause some people to eat more then normal due to low inhibition. If you’re going to have a drink opt for red wine. It contains many antioxidants, such as resveratrol which studies show many have some benefits to weight loss and heart disease. Also, keep moving! Try to move around every ten minutes or so to boost your metabolism, burn a few calories while having fun. Being a “social butterfly” has its advantages: less time to indulge in the sweet treats laying out, moving around and being social also helps keep your mind off snacking. Sneak in some extra gym time. Moderate activity can decrease appetite for up to a few hours so add a little extra treadmill time before your next holiday party.

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Please join us for our monthly Lunch ‘n Learn series on Wednesday, December 12th from noon until 1 pm at Premiere Fitness. The topic will be “Managing and Preventing Injuries” and will be presented by Occupational Therapist, Jay Wladyka.

“Dozen” It Feel Great ClubCongratulations to the November “Dozen” it Feel Great winner Tim Justice! How Do I Join The “Dozen It Feel Great!” Club? Simply workout 12 or more times per month. We will be drawing a lucky winner each month for a special gift. Every month you workout 12 or more times, you will receive an entry for the annual grand prize, a FREE ONE-YEAR MEMBERSHIP!

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AVEDA SALON PACKAGESThe Express $79Relax with a 15-minute chair massage, followed by an essential manicure and pedicure.

The Deluxe $99Relax with a 30-minute massage, shampoo and style and essential manicure and pedicure.

The Gentleman’s Package $99Relax with a 30-minute massage, gentlemen’s cut, and an essential manicure and pedicure.

The Ultimate $149This spa day is sure to please. Relax with a 30-minute massage, essential facial, shampoo and style and an essential manicure and pedicure.

Spoil Me Beautiful $199This full day of beauty is sure to relax and rejuvenate you or someone you love. Relax with a 60-minute Chakra balancing massage, essential facial, shampoo and style, essential manicure & pedicure and full make-up application.

PERSONAL TRAINING SPECIAL3 One-Hour Sessions for $99 OR

10% Off Your First Personal Training Session or Package with MeganExpires: 12/31/12

Great Holiday Gift Idea!

At The Ashtabula Clinic, we’re committed to delivering only the highest standard of women’s health care throughout our community. That’s why we’re pleased to announce the addition of Soldrea Thompson, MD, to our skilled team of specialists. Dr. Thompson has nine years of experience in women’s health care. She received her Doctor of Medicine from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and

completed her OB/GYN residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Metrohealth Medical Center in Cleveland, OH. Certified by the American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Dr. Thompson specializes in routine and high risk obstetrics, menstrual irregularity, menopause, female sexual dysfunction, infectious disease, pelvic organ prolapse, and bladder leakage. She also performs minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery for a variety of female health issues. Dr. Thompson recently received recognition as one of the top OB/GYNs in America and has published numerous articles in her specialty.

Dr. Thompson is currently accepting new patients. To schedule an appointment, please call (440) 997-6915 today.