With only ONE WEEK to go in voting, we would love to get a boost in the Best of Madison voting. We encourage all of our members to log on to http://www.madisonmagazine.com/Madison-Magazine/Best-Of/Best-of-Madison-Ballot/ and scroll down to the “Fitness Center” category.

You will need to write in “CORE Athletic” in to the blank and press submit at the bottom of the page.

Voting ends on February 28th! We would really appreciate your support as this will allow us to help more area residents, just like all of you!

The CORE 30 Day Health Challenge in almost here and I know everyone wants more details so here they are:

Upon signing up at the front desk, you will receive a checklist for each of the four weeks. This sheet will have the different activities that you can receive points for completing. Those activities (along with a description) are:

Ate breakfast

I ate a balanced meal within an hour of waking.  Two examples of a balanced breakfast include-  2 eggs cooked in coconut oil or butter, served with a piece of fruit OR 1/2 cup plain Fage Greek Yogurt with 1/2 cup fruit or 1/2 T local honey

Ate a small snack between meals

When I eat a small, balanced snack in between my meals, I feel so much better.  I don’t have sugar cravings, headaches, irritability or feel tired/sluggish in the afternoon.   I also make better choices on my lunch and dinner options, because I’m not so hungry.

Wore layers during training

I switched from shorts to pants, a t-shirt to a long sleeve shirt, short socks to long socks, and maybe even added a base layer!  I also put my jacket back on before going outside into the cold, no matter if the temperature was 0 or 50.

Training session at CORE

I came in and did a semi-private or personal training session with a trainer at CORE!

Took a CORE Studio Class

I took a great class in the studio!  Maybe it was new to me, but I gave yoga a chance anyway!

Took a 10 minute walk outside

I bundled up and took a nice walk outside in the fresh air.  Ideally, I did this before lunchtime, or anytime I was feeling stressed.

Attended one of Tracie’s classes

I checked under the Events tab on www.itsyourplate.com to find a class or talk that I was interested in attending!

Bonus of the Week

There will be a new week-long bonus each week for those of you looking to make a big change.

Bring your checklist into CORE for each of your workouts and we will move you around the 30 Day Challenge Game Board. Each time you pass GO on the game board, you will receive a prize. Prizes include: a free class in the CORE Studio, a dozen eggs from the CORE fridge and a 25 minute massage from Peak Performance Massage.

This is a great way to set a great foundation for our weight loss challenge in the summer. The challenge starts SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19th; make sure you sign up right away!!

Starting February 19th, CORE Athletic will be holding our 30 Day Health Challenge! We invite all of our members to participate and we will have a sign-up sheet at the front desk starting Monday, February 13th.

The goal of this challenge is to address the major areas of health and wellness (nutrition, movement and lifestyle) of our members while trying to establish a solid foundation for the upcoming seasons. By addressing these aspects of your life right now, you will set yourself up to achieve better results in our weight loss challenge this summer.

Each participant will receive a checklist that they will be able to use during the week. You will receive points for performing certain tasks and there will be small prizes (including free studio classes, CORE eggs, massages, etc) at certain point levels.

This is a great way to keep those New Year’s resolution going strong until spring! More details, including the checklist, will be available on Monday, February 13th. Make sure you sign up next week so that you are ready to go right away on February 19th!!

Core is pleased to announce that we are the official gym of the Go Red for Women Girlfriend Challenge put on by the American Heart Association and UW Health. We will have the pleasure of assisting nine women on their quest to improving their health over the next couple months and we encourage all our members to track the progress of the three teams on their blog.

As part of the fight against heart disease in women, this Friday, February 3rd is National Wear Red Day and we invite all of our members to wear red to their workouts!

If you see these women around the gym and studio make sure to introduce yourself and encourage them on their journey!

February is right around the corner and here is the best way to keep up on those New Year’s Resolutions!

45 sessions for $1575 ($35/session)

Details:

• Must be paid in full
• Sessions expire 9 months from activation
• Limit one per member
• Available through February 29th

Take advantage of this offer by talking with a coach starting February 1st!!

The CORE Gym would like to recognize CHRIS RUDOLPH as our trainer of the month.

Get to know Chris…….

College:  UW-La Crosse (undergrad), UTEP (masters)

Grew Up:  Jefferson, WI

Certifications:  CSCS

Specialties: Vertical Jump Training, Speed Training, Corrective Exercise

I like core because… everyone here cares deeply about every member and team member!

Favorite place to visit:  Puerto Rico and Uganda

Talent I wish I had: Drawing

I can’t live without:  faith, family, and friends

I like to read:  Anything by Erwin McManus, Dave Ramsey, Brendon Burchard; The Bible, Wisconsin State Journal

Random talent:  MC Hammer dancing

Favorite quote: “People who are fully alive look out of their minds to those who simply exist.” Erwin McManus

Hobbies Include:  Spending time with my wife & 2 year old daughter, working out, reading, traveling to warm locations

Dream vacation:  Bora Bora get-away with my wife

I got my start in training:  working with the Chicago Bulls in 2001

Current SMALL GROUPS: Mon: 8:30am, 3:15pm, 4:15pm Tues/Thurs: 8:30am, 10:30am, Noon, 4:00pm, 5:30pm Wed: 8:30am

-CHRIS is now taking new 1-on-1 Personal Training Clients-

Email him at chris@coreathletic.com to get started!

Want to make sure you stick to your resolutions this New Year?

Working out with a friend is a great way to help stay motivated and hold you accountable, and CORE is here to help with that.

From Monday, January 9th to Friday, January 20th we invite all our members to bring a friend along to their small group session. This is a great way to have some fun and share your great experience at CORE with those you care about.

If you would like to bring a friend to your workout, just let your trainer know and we will make sure to have a workout all set up for them; all we ask is they sign a waiver prior to the workout.

It’s that time of year again of holiday parties and busy schedules! But even during this busy time we can still maintain our health going into the New Year. If you follow these tips, you will be able to feel better and achieve better results following the New Year:

1)      Keep your blood sugar balanced

By eating every 2-3 hours and having a good combination of proteins, fats and carbs, you will be able to keep a balanced blood sugar and help prevent large cravings. This type of eating is especially important this time of year when most parties are filled with sweet desserts and poor food choices.

2)      Bring your own dish

This will be much easier to do at a potluck but at least offer to bring a healthy dish to pass to the party. This will at least give you one great food option during the party!

3)      Eat before the party

An easy way to avoid stuffing yourself is to eat a meal before going to a party. This way you will not be as tempted to overeat and it will be much easier to keep your blood sugar balanced.

4)      Don’t neglect your workouts

I know your schedule is probably full but making sure you take time for physical movement is very important. If you can find the time to make it in for a workout at CORE that’s awesome, but if not, don’t just scrap working out. Go for a walk with your friends and family (make sure you bundle up!), play with your kids, or do a bodyweight workout at home. Doing a couple sets of slow and controlled squats, lunges, pushups and planks can go a long way! Remember your goals for this season are to get stronger, so make sure you are under control, both with your body and your breath.

5)  Have fun!

Enjoy your time with people you care about and do not spend it hung up over perfecting your food and lifestyle choices. If you have a bad meal or miss a workout, forget about it and just get back on track the next day. The worst thing you can do is fret over all the little details and go all-or-nothing. Have some fun and help set yourself up for improved health in January!

Looking for that perfect gift for someone special? The holidays are right around the corner and CORE Athletic is here to help!

Share your love of CORE with your friends and family and give the gift of health. We have gift cards available – choose either a specific dollar amount or a training package.  This is a great way to strengthen our community with the people you enjoy!

Another great option is the new Moji 360™ Palm. Whether you like deep tissue or gentle massage, Moji 360™ Palm is easy to use and feels amazing. The massage is literally in your hands– you decide when you want more intensity, and the omni-directional rollers break up scar tissue and mimic the strokes of a massage therapist. It’s a great gift for everyone!

Let CORE help you give that someone special the gift of lasting change this season! Stop by the front desk or email kane@coreathletic.com to take advantage of these great gift ideas.

In case you missed it, CORE owner Kane Sivesind was on ESPN Radio’s Prep Mania show Thursday morning at the state high school football tournament. We have the clip right here for you to be able to listen to Kane talking about what CORE has to offer as well as give his opinions about some of the state football games. He will continue to be on Prep Mania on Friday nights throughout the winter so stay tuned for future updates!

Prep Mania in action

Click here to listen to Prep Mania