A Message from Heather: Reflections and Resolutions

While I am proud of everything we have accomplished, looking forward and consistently evolving  to the next level of the fitness industry is one of my resolutions.   It’s important to keep things fresh and current at Vie, and I am excited about our new semi-private classes.  We are adding Cross Training, Vie Bar and Spilates (see descriptions below) beginning January 5.  These semi-private classes, along with Pilates, Boxerfit, Russayog and others provide new ways to keep challenge and variety in your workout. 

 

Our new price structure for a semi-private class package is simplified to allow anyone to attend any class at any time, and our new class schedule is cleaner and easier to read.  While personal training remains the heart and soul of Vie, and is so important for accountability and reaching your goals, a new class can add another dimension to your workout, challenging both your body and mind.  A resolution to try something new is a great way to start 2009!

 

Happy New Year!
Heather

Initial Private Reformer Pilates Session Only $40! 
If you have been wondering about that contraption tucked into the small room next to the upstairs class studio, now is the time to discover it.  The Pilates Reformer helps to align the body during a private Pilates session, allowing for a total body workout focusing on the core muscles.  Darlene Sosenko is our Pilates expert and has extensive experience teaching private sessions on the Reformer.  With her gentle and encouraging manner, Darlene will guide you through a strong, focused Pilates workout.  You may discover muscles you never knew you had!
New Packages, New Pricing on Specialty Classes 

With over 30 classes a week offered at Vie, there is no better time to spice up your work out with something new.  Adding classes to your workout incorporates strength, cardio, flexibility and meditation, depending on the class.  For full descriptions of each class click here.

Refer a Friend to Vie and Get a Special Gift!

Raw Juice of the Month:  Calcium Charge
If you have a commitment to eat more nutritiously, try our nutrient-loaded Calcium Charge at our juice bar this month.  It’s a healthy blend of kale, carrot, apple and ginger, providing not only calcium but plentiful amounts of vitamin A and C, fiber and antioxidants.  Kale has been touted as one of the most densely nutritious foods there is.  For more information on Kale and other super healthy foods, visit an excellent website:  www.whfoods.org.

Nutrition Consultations are 15% off in January! 

Amy's Protein Bars

Eating healthy snacks between meals is key to meeting dietary goals.  Our own Amy Wilds, personal trainer at Vie, shares her recipe for her homemade protein bars.

 

2 cups raw oatmeal
2 T. wheat germ
2 T. ground flaxseed
3 scoops Jay Robb Egg White vanilla protein powder
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup raw sunflower seeds
1/4 cup natural crunchy peanut butter
Optional:  drizzle of honey & 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips

 

1.  Mix together oatmeal, wheat germ, flaxseed, protein powder, cranberries, sunclower seeds and peanut butter so that mix resembles course crumbs.

2.  Slowly add about 1/4 cup water and a drizzle of honey (optional)until mixture becomes solid.

3.  Oil an 8 x 8 inch square pan with non-stick spray.  Pack mixture in firmly.

4.  If using dark chocolate, melt slightly in microwave, then stir until completely melted.  Spread thin layer of chocolate over the mixture.

5.  Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cuting into bars.

 

Makes 8 servings.

 

Nutritional Information:
Without Chocolate:  1 Bar = 205 calories, 7 g. fat, 23 g. carbohydrates, 14 g. protein
With Chocolate:  1 bar = 215 calories, 7.5 g. fat, 24 g. carbohydrates, 14.5 g. protein