"Begin to Spin" Classes Offered in July

Have you been thinking about taking a Spinning class but holding back for some reason? Whether it’s fear of keeping up or wondering if you can even finish a class, let your worries go and sign up for one of our complimentary “Begin to Spin” classes offered on Friday, July 25th at 4:15 p.m., and Saturday, July 26th at 12:00 p.m.  This is a great opportunity to learn the basics of Spinning in a more relaxed class. Our instructors will go over everything you need to know to feel comfortable in a “regular” spin class.  Spinning is a great cardio work-out which simulates hills and a variety of terrains.  With our personal head-sets, you can set your own volume on the music and enjoy the ride.  Add some variety to your work out and sign up before classes are full!

Treat Yourself to an Iyengar Yoga Class

If you’re looking to stretch your muscles where they’ve never gone before, try our Wednesday 6:30 a.m. Iyenger Yoga Class taught by certified instructor John Lofy.  Iyengar is a traditional approach to yoga, developed by the world-renowned yoga master, BKS Iyengar.  This type of yoga is known for its emphasis on proper alignment and technique. Classes focus on different poses each week, and participants are treated to a guided relaxation at the end. “The main point is to bring people as deeply as possible into the poses and into contact with their true self,” says John.

    During the one hour class, John guides each individual through a series of yoga poses, gently encouraging them to take each pose to its full potential.  Participants report feeling relaxed and invigorated at the same time.  “I feel as good afterward as I do after a massage,” said one client.

    John says that regular practice makes people more vibrant, more compassionate and better able to handle whatever life throws at them.  “This practice pushes me to my limits, both physically and emotionally,” he says, “and I have become so much stronger in every way because of it.”

Extended Hours for Waxing and Facial Services
Nancy Dickerson, our facial and waxing expert is now with Vie full time!   For those of you who have had difficulty getting an appointment with Nancy, she will be exclusively at Vie starting July 1st, and will be taking appointments Monday through Saturday during our regular business hours.   As a special offer, Vie will offer 15% off all waxing and facial services for the month of July.

A New Addition to Vie
This month Vie welcomes Kristen Balfour to our training team.  Kristen just completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from CMU's College of Health Professions, and is certified for Personal Training through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. Kristen brings a wealth of expertise to Vie, specializing in clients who have chronic pain, past injuries or surgeries which have altered or restricted their exercise routines.  As well as training clients, Kristen will host monthly workshops for our training staff on injury prevention and post injury exercises.

At Vie we love food, and we want to share some of our favorite recipes with you.  Here’s a delicious, fresh, healthy side dish full of protein and flavor.  It looks beautiful too!  Serve it with grilled fish for a perfect summer meal .

Quinoa and Black Bean Salad
(Quinoa is a high-protein grain, found in most grocery stores.)

Salad: 

1 cup quinoa, uncooked
¾ cup cooked black beans, rinsed if canned
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
¾ corn, frozen or fresh cooked
½ cup green pepper, chopped
½ cup red pepper, chopped
¼ cup pickled jalapeno chilies, seeded and minced (optional)
½ cups fresh cilantro leaves, chopped.

Dressing:

2.  In a large bowl toss beans with vinegar.  Add salt & pepper to taste.

3.  Add quinoa to beans.  Stir in corn, green and red peppers, jalapenos and cilantro.

4.  In a small bowl whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, cumin and chili powder.  Pour over salad and toss together.

5.  Can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Makes 4 – 6 servings.