What's Up Bracebridge Gravenhurst January 2010

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Get in shape and stay that way in 2010 Article by Kathryn Beirness Every New Year, many determined souls make getting into shape a big-ticket resolution. Come mid to late January, however, as some of Muskoka’s fitness experts can tell you, most people will have abandoned their resolve and returned to the couch and the remote. As people join gyms in droves each January, why is it so hard for the majority of us to maintain the effort needed to achieve our fitness goals? “The number one reason people don’t keep their fitness resolutions,” says Dayna Wilmons, general manager of Curves in Huntsville, “is that they are not patient with seeing results. It is not realistic – or safe – to expect to lose 20 pounds in two weeks. It does take a little time to see the results.” Andre Bourque, owner of Muskoka Fitness Club in Bracebridge, agrees. “A disturbing theme in our culture is ‘Reward me now and I’ll pay you later,’” he says, noting that good health doesn’t come on credit. “How much heat will your fireplace provide if you don’t fill it with wood? What sort of raise can you expect if you don’t show up for work? It seems silly to expect certain results when we don’t do the work.” Successful outcomes from a fitness program take time, as well as a genuine effort, says David Marshall, owner of CrossFit Muskoka in Huntsville. “Getting in shape takes hard work and dedication. Irrespective of what advertising and infomercials attempt to portray, if you want to be in great physical and mental condition you need to invest time, blood, sweat and tears. If it was fast and easy wouldn’t everyone be in shape?” Andre Bourque agrees that increasing intensity when it comes to your activity level is paramount. “Bringing the garbage to the road or Gail MacKay starts the new year off right using equipment at Muskoka Fitness in Bracebridge. She made her first trip to the gym early in the new year and plans to make visits to the gym part of her regular routine. cutting the grass doesn’t count. If you think these activities make a great difference then ask yourself why 58 per cent of people in the District of Muskoka are considered overweight or obese, according to statistics from the Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute.” Still, your family physician will tell you that some exercise is better than no exercise at all. Whether you’re new to working out or training for a marathon, with any resolution, it’s best to understand your personal goals and set realistic benchmarks for achieving them, to increase your odds of success, says Roxanne Ross, general manager of Curves in Gravenhurst. “Each person is different,” she says. “Some just want to be able to walk around town, others want to lose weight or get off medications. If you have high stress, working out can also be very beneficial. Each individual needs to do some thinking about what goals she really wants to achieve and why.” Many well-intentioned fitness resolutions are also dropped like barbells because people quickly become bored and unmotivated. Varying your routine, say the experts, can help you avoid derailment. Photograph: Sandy Lockhart KUNG FU Imagine the Confidence TAI CHI Life Changing Parent/Child Classes Sword • Iron Body Chi Kung * Meditation Children & Adult Programs Classes & Seminars 705.767.1177 templeknights.com 22 January 2010 www.whatsupmuskoka.com
“Find something you really like to do so that you’ll stick to it and make that activity a part of your lifestyle,” says Trish Conley-Knight, program manager at the Bracebridge Sportsplex. Many recreation centres and private gyms offer classes and courses to keep you interested. “You need activities that will increase your heart rate three to five times a week for a minimum of 30 minutes, such as an aquafit class or zumba fitness, and then at least twice a week include some strength training,” Conley-Knight says. “Ideally,” she adds, “try to find a friend or group of friends that you can do these activities with to keep motivated.” Most important to realizing your dream of fitting into a bikini this summer or staving off high blood pressure is to commit to healthier living for the rest of your life – not just next year. “Failure comes from the inability to accept that being fit is a lifestyle – a continuous journey as opposed to a singular destination,” says Marshall. “This lifestyle requires permanent changes to nearly every facet of your existence, a shift most aren’t willing to embrace.” Conley-Knight agrees. “Unless a person truly sees the value in being physically active and makes it a part of his lifestyle, he won’t continue with it; there needs to be buy-in.” Andre Bourque recommends making physical fitness your resolution now, before you don’t have a choice. “The bottom line is that we fear losing our health more than we work towards being healthy; lose our health and all of a sudden we’re motivated!” Don’t wait for a health crisis to find your motivation, he says. “An alternative solution is being proactive and pursuing a healthy lifestyle. The reward,” he says, “will follow the effort.” Dave Marshall, owner of CrossFit Muskoka in Huntsville, helps Amber Couckuyt with special chin ups while Stephanie Salmon looks on. FASHION CLOSET “Not just a consignment store anymore!” January Amazing Clearence 3 for 1 Sale! (on most store items) Dubarry Boots Yoga Wear Labels • labels • labels Call Store for Winter Hours 705-646-2291 OR 705-641-9910 11 Manitoba St • Bracebridge “The Best Kept Secret in Muskoka” Photograph: Sandy Lockhart Walk-in’s Welcome! Warm Wonderful Wednesdays! Book a pedicure and receive a complimentary parrafin wax treatment. *Lindsay * 368 Manitoba St. • 646-0325 Monday - Friday 9:00 - 5:30 • Saturday 9:00 - 3:00 Ask about our Free Weight Management Program Welcome Wishing you the best of luck in reaching your personal fitness goals in the new year! Authorized Distributors of Curling Equipment, Accessories & More Retail Store & Mobile Pro Shop 3181 Muskoka Road 169 Unit 8 - Bala, On davidsonsports@goldline.ca 705-762-2662 www.whatsupmuskoka.com January 2010 23
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