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SEPTEMBER 2014 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 57 interventions that will help you reach your goals. Dietary analysis, food plans, and customized supplement programs are implemented as needed. Information and registration: 206.839.4782, shopkins@wac.net Fit Life Fit Life incorporates scientifically based, individualized exercise prescription, metabolic testing, education, and nutrition counseling in a safe, non-intimidating, fully supervised results-oriented program maximizing health and well-being. e 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. is allows a great deal of individual attention. Your fitness level, general health, exercise preferences, and any injuries will be considered. e packaged program includes: • Resting metabolic rate testing • Two metabolic exercise tests • Eight-week zone training program • Aerobic activities (stationary bike, elliptical training, 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 Advantage access for program duration $1,100 ($1,800 value); information and registration: 206.464.4639, tamelat@wac.net; sessions start monthly Why Weight? is eight-week weight-management program incorporates testing procedures, one-on-one consultation with the nutritionist, one-on-one exercise coaching, and group nutrition classes to help you achieve the results you want. e program begins with assessment procedures to deter- mine your starting point. You will undergo body fat testing with a professional-grade analyzer to determine your pounds of fat, pounds of lean tissue, and percentage of body fat. You also will undergo metabolic testing to determine how many calories your body burns at rest and during exercise. Testing your metabolism gives you an exact idea of where your calories need to be set in your diet for safe but steady fat loss. e metabolic exercise test gives you an eight-week cardio-zone training program to improve cardiovascular fitness and target fat burning. en, meet weekly with your exer- cise coach for one-on-one resistance-training instruction and with the nutritionist for your group nutrition class. At the end of the program, your body fat is retested to show results. e program includes: body fat analysis (three tests total, at weeks one, four and eight); resting metabolic rate test; meta- bolic exercise test; eight-week zone training exercise program; personalized one-on-one nutrition consultation; one-on-one resis- tance training with your coach; access to fitness areas; and group nutrition classes. Contact 206.839.4782 or shopkins@wac.net FEATURED SERVICES Active Isolated Stretching Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) provides effective, dynamic, facilitated stretching of major muscle groups. More important, AIS provides functional and physiological restoration of superficial and deep fascia 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: $189 for three sessions Athlete's Performance Package e Athlete's Performance Package is designed for amateur athletes looking to fine-tune their nutrition and cardiovascu- lar exercise program to fully optimize training and performance. e package includes: metabolic exercise test, resting metabolic rate test, body fat analysis, nutritional evaluation and consultation. e tests will determine your daily caloric needs, your pounds of lean tissue and fat, and more. e nutritional evaluation will deliver specific information to help you improve your eating and training. You'll also discover your oxygen consumption, carbon dioxide production, and heart rate during varying exercise intensities; and you'll learn the heart rates at which you burn the most fat and calories. At the end of testing, you'll receive a personalized zone training program. $566; by appointment only; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge; information and registration: 206.839.4782, shopkins@wac.net 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 at the Club. Tuesdays: 12–1 pm; complimentary; 15-minute appointments Manage Your High Cholesterol Meet with WAC Nutritionist Shana Hopkins to discuss what healthy dietary strategies you can implement to lower your cholesterol. is package includes an initial nutrition consult, two follow-up visits and body fat analysis. You will receive an individualized nutrition proto- col with meal and snack ideas, as well as education on foods to eat, foods to avoid, and what nutritional supplements may support your cholesterol profile. $430; information and registration: 206.839.4782, shopkins@wac.net; by appointment only; one full business day cancellation required to avoid charge Metabolic Testing Wondering how to best approach a diet and training program? A Metabolic Exercise Test (MET) measures your body's specific physiological response to exercise. While you work out on your preferred car- dio equipment, we'll monitor your oxygen consumption, carbon dioxide production and heart rate. e data will show how your body uses different fuels at various workloads. You'll also learn the heart rate WELLNESS PROGRAMS 4th Floor Wellness Center • 206.839.4780 • wac.net/wellness-center