Fun Fitness Happenings at the JCC

By Andrea Scarberry

As a member of the JCC of Greater Albuquerque, you have access to an amazing variety of fitness programs, classes and other events. Here are just a few of the fun things our fitness department has in store for the coming months:

Member Appreciation Day
Sunday, May 18, 2014
12-3 p.m. / FREE
Our annual Member Appreciation Day is an open house that gives us the chance to say THANK YOU to our wonderful members. There will be food, games, fun for the kids, and of course, access to our beautiful pool! Events include a volleyball tournament, dodge ball tournament and a belly flop contest. There will also be a Zumba party from 11:30-1 p.m. As of now, the weather looks like it's supposed to be beautiful (and hot!) so come prepared to have some fun and splash around with the family.

Father's Day 5k
Sunday, June 15, 2014
Start time 8 a.m.
Early registration (before June 6): $10 for dads, $25 individuals, $20 youth (14 and under) / Registration after June 6th: $10 for dads, $30 individuals, $25 youth (14 and under)
This will be the JCC's 12th Annual Father's Day 5k. This is a family-friendly event, and gives families a chance to participate with their older and younger generations. Strollers and pets are also welcome! The event begins at the JCC, loops around the beautiful cross country course at Albuquerque Academy and finishes back at our center. This year we are honored to partner with the Storehouse, and will be collecting food items for those in need. Bring nonperishable food items to the race, and receive tickets for an awesome raffle! The more cans you bring, the more tickets you receive, and your chances of winning great prizes increases! Participants can stay and celebrate their Father's Day with us, and take a dip in our beautiful pool. Non-members will also receive a 1-week pass to the JCC.

Personal Training Consultations
Ongoing
Two 30-minute sessions
Did you know that as a member of the JCC, you are entitled to two free 30-minute consultations with one of our knowledgeable and friendly fitness trainers? If you haven't already taken advantage of this great offer - whether you've been a member for 5 weeks or 5 years - we invite you to get your sessions scheduled! Each of our trainers runs a consultation a little differently, but just to give you a general idea, here's what you can expect: Your first session will most likely be spent filling out a medical history and lifestyle questionnaire, in order for the trainer to get to know you and your body's strengths/limitations. Many of our trainers also perform an overhead squat assessment to get a visual on the way that your body moves, and to gain insight into any muscle imbalances that you may have. The second session is more interactive, and you will get the opportunity to try a few things on the fitness floor that could add benefit to your current exercise routine. You can also request a body fat percentage reading, or circumference measurements as well. If you'd like to set up YOUR two free personal training consultation sessions, please see the membership office and they will get them scheduled for you! We hope to meet you soon!

Summer and early-fall fitness programming is in the works, so keep your eyes peeled for more fun and excitement at the JCC. Until next time, have a happy and healthy week ahead!