Member Spotlight
Ronald Overton
Ronald Overton joined LIFT Wellness Center in February of 2013. Ronald’s fitness journey didn’t start here but started 45 years ago when he was 18 and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. Shortly after his dad suffered a massive heart attack and passed away at the young age of 52. Ronald vowed from then on that he would live his life to the fittest for his family first and second for himself. Thirdly, he would make a daily mission to recruit as many people as possible to adopt a healthy lifestyle.
While here at LIFT, Ronald has done just that. You can find Ronald encouraging others he sees on the fitness floor. He shares that many fellow members keep him motivated because they see him as an inspiration doing what he does at his age. He has seen benefits such as weight loss but says besides the physical, it mentally makes his days better by working out at LIFT.
He shares that he has worked out in many different facilities but “I’ll have to say that LIFT is my favorite. They have not only modern equipment but friendly staff and a clean facility. LIFT has an overall healthy lifestyle atmosphere.”
LIFT Wellness salutes Ronald and all veterans that have sacrificed everything for this great country. Thank you Ronald for your support of LIFT Wellness Center!
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Check out the NEW MyZone Switch
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Get yours at the front desk TODAY!
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MyZone users, did you know MyZone now offers LIVE Remote classes FREE to our Members!
Check out how to get started!
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Glow Run & Color Run all in one!!! You don't want to miss this! Get signed up before the t-shirt deadline!
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Janet Hedwall
If you know anything about baseball, you will know the importance of having a utility player on the team. A utility player can play any position and does what is best for the team. – Janet Hedwall has been just that.
Janet started working for us LIFT Wellness in March of this year as a pool tech. Although it has been a few years since her last pool job, she has experience working around pools and teaching swim lessons. She has recently received her swim instructor certification and is currently taking on new clients. She also is working on a certification to teach Group Fitness classes in the pool. Not only does she bring maturity and experience to the pool area, Janet brings a calming aura to anyone she works or communicates with.
We are excited to see what else Janet can bring to the table for LIFT Wellness Center.
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Members, we will have RIFA bins if you wish to donate as well! Help us, help the kids in need!
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Your first class is always FREE, come try us out!
Unlimited Classes
Cost: $55 per month (LIFT Wellness Center Membership required)
Fundamentals: $50 (one-time introductory class)
We are offering Fundamentals courses to help you understand the basics. Whether you're new to functional training and CrossFit, or an experienced lifter, it is always good to take a day to revisit the basics.
Fundamentals Courses ($50) offered the last Saturday of every month
11:00 AM-1:00 PM
2 hour course with a WOD demonstration
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Capri Anderson
I am Capri Anderson and I joined CFLWC in October 2020. It took me a few invitations from a friend before I finally gave in and gave it a try. I was a little nervous because I had not exercised consistently in a very long time. What I love that I've gained so far is confidence in myself, more energy throughout the day, and a big sense of accomplishment. These workouts are hard but good hard.
I'll be honest, I was a little intimidated thinking about doing a "Crossfit" class. It only took me a couple of classes and I was hooked. Blake and Chelsea are phenomenal at coaching everyone from entry-level, like I was, to experienced athletes. One more thing I love is the encouragement from the other members. We are always cheering each other on and want to see everyone become better versions of themselves. We are like one big family.
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CF LWC Referral Program
Refer a friend and earn your next month's dues free! At CF LWC, we love community and sharing our fitness journey with one another so why not workout with your friends. The highest compliment that you can pay us is referring a friend or family member to CF LWC. So, we’ve decided we’d love to give back to our community for making it what it is.
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How to participate
- Bring a friend to a free class (guests must sign a guest waiver at the front desk. Guests may use one of your FREE 3 guest passes per year once per person; otherwise, there is a day pass fee for guests).
- When he/she fills out the CF LWC Enrollment form, have them include your name in the “Referred by” section to receive credit for your next month's dues.
From 5:30pm-7:00pm, the back half of the gym and equipment is reserved for the CrossFit LWC Classes
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Hours
Monday - Thursday
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Friday
8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Saturday
7 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday Closed
Reminder: Please reserve childcare hours 24 hours in advance. (all ages)
Call Brittany Cagle, Childcare Coordinator to reserve your time. 731-499-0689
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Smoothie flavor of the month:
Peanut Butter & Jelly
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Special for August
$1 off Flavor of the Month Smoothie on Fridays
Cafe Hours
Monday-Thursday
5am-9pm
Friday
5am-8pm
Every day is a perfect day to try out a healthy & filling smoothie at LIFT Cafe! Come see us today!
Our smoothies contain REAL crushed fruit, No HFCS, no artificial ingredients, and are 100% Gluten Free! Fruit sugar is gentler on the body than other sugars and causes less of a blood sugar spike. With 20 grams of protein and a variety of nutritional boosts, including Stay Full, Trim and Tone, Boost Immunity, Veggie Boost, Build Muscle, Burn and Build, and Antioxidant Stacks, you can customize your smoothie. Your smoothies can serve as a full meal, pre- workout meal, post-workout meal, or quick energy to meet YOUR needs!
We will be proudly serving Bongo Java Coffee from Bongo Java Roasting Co. , Nashville's only certified organic coffee company, with menu items such as lattes, cappuccinos, cold beverages, etc!
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Any school staff who attends an HMR Information Session in August will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a PRIZE!
Call 731-425-6820
or email HMRLIFTCenter@WTH.org
to sign up today!
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Lunch and Learn
August 19th @ 12PM
Facebook Live Event!
Join us on the LIFT Weight Management Facebook page as we discuss the HMR Program and how we can help you reach your weight loss goals!
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Entree of the Month!
Receive 10% off every Chicken Enchilada entree purchased during the month of August!
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Christi lost 18lb with the HMR Program!
Christi is in Phase 2 at LIFT Weight Management. She did not have much weight to lose. She began her journey in April, met her weight loss goal, and transitioned into the weight maintenance phase (Phase 2).
Christi is from Dyersburg, TN. She has been married for 21 years and has 4 grown children. She spends most of her time working as an Architectural Designer with TLM Associates during the week. On the weekends she enjoys camping, hiking, or just relaxing and spending time with family. She volunteers with DCHS Band, Paws To Care, and Holy Angels Catholic Church.
"My favorite thing about HMR is that it is very organized!- it fits my personality. I was looking for a program that defines everything in a nice package and HMR does this very well. The vanilla shakes go with all my fruit choices and taste so good. And the multitude of recipes helps add variety to each week."
Congratulations on your success,
we are so proud of YOU!
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INGREDIENTS
- 1/4 fat-free sour cream
- 1 HMR Turkey Chili with Beans Entree
- 1 Cup red bell pepper, cut into small pieces
- 1/4 Cup salsa
- 3 Cup lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 Cup tomatoes, chopped
- 1 4 oz. can roasted green chilies, chopped
DIRECTIONS
1. Saute bell pepper pieces in the pan in nonstick cooking spray until soft.
2. In a separate bowl, mix the salsa and sour cream.
3. Layer the ingredients on a plate in the following order: entree, salsa, and sour cream mixture, lettuce, tomatoes, red peppers.
4. Sprinkle the top with green chilies.
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WHY FAST WEIGHT LOSS WORKS
HMR programs help individuals achieve fast weight loss in a livable way by encouraging people to eat more and stay satisfied, which makes it easier to stick to the program in the short-term, and over the long haul.
According to LIFT Weight Management and LIFT Wellness Center Director, Miki Martin, "Losing weight quickly is incredibly motivating. It can help people stick with their diet longer, which is especially important if you have a lot of weight to lose. Many of our clients have 30, 40, even 100 or more pounds to lose, so fast weight loss is important to keep up momentum." Miki also adds, " It's a common misconception that fast weight loss isn't healthy or sustainable, and that it will lead to weight regain. That is simply not true. Studies have shown that following a lifestyle- change program that promotes fast initial weight loss is associated with better long-term success.
HMR focuses on three skill areas critical for weight-loss and weight maintenance:
- How to make healthier food choices
- How to eat more fruits and vegetables
- How to increase physical activity
Research has shown that practicing these skills may also help reduce the risk factors for the development of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, some types of cancer, and other chronic diseases.
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INGREDIENTS
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1 HMR Chicken Enchiladas Entree
- 1 Cup canned corn
- 1 Cup stewed tomatoes
- 1/2 Cup black beans, rinsed and drained
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Optional: salsa, nonfat sour cream and guacamole
DIRECTIONS
- Cut enchiladas into small pieces
- Place vegetables in a casserole dish
- Stir until blended
- Place enchilada pieces on top
- Heat in microwave, covered, for 2-3 minutes
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HIIT Boxing
(small group training)
Click the video to see what it's all about!
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HIIT Boxing Class Times:
Tuesday & Friday 5:15 AM
Cost:
1x/week-$25/month
2x/week-$40/month
Contact Ali for more information
Gloves & Wraps available for purchase at the front desk.
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Adequate hydration can be a simple way to increase your health, performance, and overall quality of life. That’s right! If you are training to be faster, stronger, or to go further, you need to be properly hydrated. The trouble is, what does that actually mean? I’ve heard people say they need “8 glasses a day” or, more recently, up to a gallon. The trouble with these blanket recommendations is that everyone’s hydration needs are different every day. Studies have also shown that relying on your thirst signals, or “just drinking when you are thirsty,” can also cause you to fall short on fluid intake.
Potentially the best way to monitor your hydration status at home or on the go is to monitor your urine color. Ideally, you should look for a very pale, clear yellow, but not completely colorless. If you still have questions, it may be best to speak with your doctor or a registered dietitian to ensure you are properly meeting your hydration needs. If you are looking to increase your fluid intake or struggle with drinking plain water, try some of these tips to increase your hydration!
Experiment with your beverages- drinking iced coffee or adding water (or carbonated water) to juice or tea can increase your water intake without having to really taste the water. Add berries, cucumber, mint, lemon, or rosemary to your water and let them sit in a pitcher. The longer it sits the more flavor they give you. You can also freeze juice or lemonade in an ice cube tray and add it to a glass of water.
Alternate your beverages- if you drink multiple cups of coffee or sodas a day, you may want to alternate between that drink and water. This may also reduce your coffee or soda intake!
Water may be best, but it’s not the only way- the water content of some foods can be pretty high, so if water isn’t your favorite, focusing on watermelon, zucchini, cucumber or grapefruit can increase your fluid intake.
How you drink matters- choosing a water bottle or cup that makes you happy or one that helps keep track of your progress can increase your water intake. For many people, straws also increase fluid intake. No matter how fancy the water bottle it won’t do any good if it’s not with you, so keep it close!
Routine- it can be helpful to attach drinking fluids with certain activities such as drinking a glass when you first wake up, when you are driving, or right before a meal.
Make popsicles- homemade popsicles made from juice, fruit, water, and more are a great, summer-friendly way to increase those fluids! Check out our recipe for this month for a simple and tasty recipe!
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Strawberry Lime Popsicles
Ingredients/supplies
- Strawberries
- Water (you can try flavored carbonated water too)
- Juice from limes
- Blender
- Popsicle molds (if you do not have these, pour into small paper cups and cover with aluminum foil or plastic wrap. Poke a hole in the foil or plastic wrap and insert a popsicle stick)
- **Optional: Sugar- if using, add in with strawberries and lime juice in blender.
Instructions
- Put strawberries and lime juice in a blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour this mixture into the popsicle mold.
- Pour additional lime juice and water over the pureed strawberries in the mold until about ¾ full.
- Insert the popsicle sticks and place in the freezer. Popsicles should be frozen in 2-3 hours. Enjoy!
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Do you need help with your eating habits? Or have questions for our Dietitian?
Call us today at
731-425-6964 to schedule an appointment. Many insurances accepted!
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Group Exercise Schedule Changes
- Sunday 1:00p Power Pilates added
- Wednesday 4:00p Yoga changes to 4:30p
- Wednesday 5:30p Recovery Yoga added
- Thursday 10:00a Kick/Step changes to 10:30a in Studio 1
Special Events
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Dance and move your hips at our Wind It Up class that will include fun, Caribbean-style music.
We will dance like we’re in Jamaica!
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Basketball Play & Shooting
- Covid restrictions are no longer in effect.
- Half-court play and shooting is allowed during the times when there is no scheduled activities on the EAST side of the gym.
- Restricted to Members only
- Members must have a BLUE armband ON from the front desk to be able to play.
NO basketball during these times.
Monday
- 5:30am-6:30am
- 10:00am-11:00am
- 12:00pm-1:00pm
- 5:30pm-6:30pm
Tuesday
- 6:00am-7:00am
- 10:00am-11:00am
- 12:00pm-1:00pm
- 4:50pm-7:00pm
Wednesday
- 5:30am-6:30am
- 5:30pm-6:30pm
Thursday
- 6:00am-7:00am
- 10:00am-11:00am
- 12:00pm-1:00pm
- 5:30pm-7:00pm
Friday
- 5:30am-6:30am
- 10:00am-11:00am
- 12:00pm-1:00pm
Saturday
- 7:00am-8:00am
- 9:00am-11:00am
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Sassafras offers all LIFT Wellness Center Members 10% off purchases!
All you have to do is show your scan tag receive 10% off your purchase.
Try out their new activewear!
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Grubb's is offering LIFT Wellness Center Members TRIPLE Loyalty points! All you have to do is go by Grubb's, show your scan tag or app scan bar code to be added into their system to get triple loyalty points!
Points accrue on every purchase, they never expire and it's FREE! Stop by to Sign up today!
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Blacksmith offers all LIFT Wellness Center Members 10% off purchases!
*excluding alcohol*
All you have to do is show your scan tag to your waitress to receive 10% off your order.
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