Don Beaver, Director of Fitness Sept. 25 was our first Fitness Equipment Familiarization and Orientation class, with a tremendous turnout of more than 30 people in attendance. Obviously, we discovered that there is a great need for this monthly service for new homeowners, renters, and/or residents who simply wish to understand the Anza’s fitness equipment.…
Tag: Exercise
November 2024, Clubs & Classes
Fueling Your Body
Shari Rodgers and Sue Allen Preparing your body for martial arts or a workout isn’t just about the physical training. It’s also about how you fuel it! Proper nutrition should be a priority for everyone! Diet plays a vital role in the lives of athletes, martial artists, and older folks. The food we consume becomes…
November 2024, Clubs & Classes
While the Cat’s Away
Peggy McGee While the cat’s away, or in this instance, when the teacher’s away, the cats will play. Oops, that’s not quite right. The Quail Creek High Intensity Interval Training students are so well trained that they showed up for the 7 a.m. class and did all the exercises. And that definitely is not play!
October 2024, Generals
Why Are We So Active?
Don Beaver, Fitness Director Our Quail Creek population is primarily comprised of individuals aged 55 to 90+, and far and away the vast majority of us firmly embrace the phrase “active adult community.” Whether it’s walking the community, swimming laps, playing sports (tennis, pickleball, or golf), taking group exercise classes, or working out with weights…
July 2024, Clubs & Classes
HIIT Fit Class with New Shirts
Instructor Dr. Laura McMurtry put the HIIT Fit class through a series of squats when they showed up for class wearing their new “Squats? I thought you said shots!” T-shirts.
June 2024, Generals
Glutes Are Vital to Our Continued Enjoyment of Retired Life
Don Beaver, Fitness Director Often, our weight training focuses on upper body due to our desire to appeal to our egos, as we wish to appear muscular to others. However, it is the glutes that are the powerhouse that provide stability and support for the hips as we walk, stand, and sit. They are essential…
Generals, December 2023
Live Healthier to Live Longer
Don Beaver, Fitness Director Last month we discussed avoiding New Year’s resolutions with a healthy approach to the holidays. In the event that you prefer resolutions, this article is dedicated to committing to daily habits that can not only be healthy but will increase your life expectancy! Clearly, lifestyle choices like diet and exercise will…