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We have great news from the team at The Pilates Room – Megan Parker is
expecting her third bub in November 2004. We wish her the very best and are
looking forward to the new addition. Warm wishes to Megan and her family.
There were wedding bells recently in the Pilates Room Team. Jan Carpenters’
daughter, Bligh, got married on Saturday, 4th September at Shelley Beach, Manly.
A glorious and happy day for everyone.
Congratulations and happy returns to all families!
Holiday classes will be held during the Term 3 break as follows:
Location: Wakehurst School Hall
Wakehurst Public School
Glen Street, Belrose
Dates: Wednesday 29th September
Wednesday 6th October
Time: 7.00 pm
Cost: 1 class $ 15.00 or 2 classes $25.00
Please ring the office or let your instructor know if you wish to attend.
Payment prior to the class would be appreciated—put your money in an envelope
with your name and contact number and hand it in to your instructor.
Week 1 of Term 4 commences on Monday 11th October 2004 and finishes on
Saturday 18th December 2004.
Our terms run for 10 weeks and make-up classes are only permitted within the
10 week term period.
We thank you for all your support and look forward to seeing you in Term 4, in
preparation for the summer season.
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One of our long-time attendee, Helen Stringfellow, shared some fantastic
news with us … Helen recently had her bone density retested with fabulous
results – an increase of 4% in her spine and 3.4% overall body, which she
attributes to Pilates.
Congratulations Helen ! |
Sense of smell
Did you know that it only takes 2 seconds for an aroma to enter our nose and
travel to the part of the brain that signifies our memory and emotions. It takes
us half a second to respond to smell, opposed to a full second for us to respond
to pain.
Aromatherapy is recognised for its emotional, spiritual and physiological
therapeutical benefits. Aromatherapy uses pure essential oils in various
methods, such as oil burner, lotions, perfumes, massage and vaporisation.
Aromatherapy can be practiced at home, in the office or undertaken by a
professional.
It is advisable to conduct a little background research on Aromatherapy, as
each oil has specific therapeutic benefits and contradictions. Find the most
suitable oils for your personal therapeutic uses and ensure that all safety
precautions are undertaken. For essential oils to have therapeutic benefits, it
is vital when purchasing oils that the label contains the botanical name and
states the oil is 100%.
General home use
Burning essential oils around the home can re-create the household energy and
environment. Aside from the beautiful aroma from the oils, aromatherapy can
expel stale air, boost energy, and calm and soothe the environment, cleanse the
air and increase motivation.
- Peppermint oil is great for mental stimulation
- Citrus oils (orange, lime, and lemon) are excellent for boosting energy
levels and have a beautiful fresh clean aroma through the home
 Were
you aware that simply standing with your hands on your hips has detrimental
effects automatically!
Whether you have your hands on your lower back or fingers hooked over your
hips, this single movement affects your posture and could be a reason for lower
back discomfort.
In both stances the pelvis tilts forward which leads to (in most cases)
- The lower back arches and these muscles become shorter and tighter
- The thigh muscles shorten, which draws the pelvis further forward (often
seen in men, who have ‘beer guts’ who are unable to tilt the pelvis backwards)
- Loosening and stretching the lower abs
- Scrunching the shoulders leading to tighter neck muscles
So remember to:
- Relax your shoulders
- Lengthen through the top of your head
- Engage your T.line
- Stand tall !
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Winner of this term's e-News draw
 Congratulations
Joanne Low on winning this term's news subscription draw - a
Pilates training video is in the mail!
Introduce a friend (new participant) for Term 4 and you both can participate
in the 10 week term for $100.00 or enrol for two classes per week and receive a
free video. Offer valid only for Term 4, 2004.
“ 80% of success comes
from showing up. “
Woody Allen
As the actor icon suggests, attendance is the first step towards
achieving your goals. |
Learn about reducing the amount of daily fat intake and how to incorporate
this into your lifestyle in this informative workshop.
Date: Friday 12th November
Time: 6.30 pm – 8.30 pm
Location: Wakehurst School Hall - Wakehurst School, Glen St, Belrose
Bookings essential. Call 9453 0340 or contact us.
One-off opportunity to have some fun and learn some modern dance steps. Love
you to join me. Please ring the office to book.
Date: Friday, 5th November
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: Mimosa School Hall, Davidson
Trial 6:30 am class - bookings essential, please
contact us.
Dates: Tuesday 2nd November
Tuesday 9th November
Tuesday 16th November
Cost: An extra $30 on top of membership card unless you have unlimited
card.
 Good
sources of potassium are found in foods such as bananas, spinach, watercress,
papaya, parsnip, radish, passionfruit, red wine & red capsicum. Potassium is
found in many fruits and vegetables, which are easily absorbed by the body.
 Potassium
is crucial for the smooth functioning of all muscles and nerves in the body. It
also helps to ensure that the fluid levels in the body are balanced. One of its
other important roles is t help prevent calcium being lost in the urine.
Be aware that too much sodium from processed foods, salty foods & excess
alcohol, can affect levels of potassium. Often muscle cramps can be caused by a
low intake of Potassium.
Try this delicious low fat fruit slice, perfect with a hot cup of coffee /
tea mid morning or for a healthy breakfast alternative. Preparation / cooking
time: 50 mins - serves 20.
Nutritional facts: GI – Moderate, total fat: 1.1g, sat fat: 0.8g,
carbs 16.9g, fibre: 1.6g
Ingredients:
1 cup mixed dried fruit
1/3 cup coconut
˝ cup raw sugar
1 cup wholemeal flour
1 cup skim milk
40g dried apricots
1 tsp baking powder
 Mix
all ingredients together and pour into a lined Swiss roll tin. Bake for 35 – 40
minutes in a 180 degrees oven. Cut into slices and serve.
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