Reflections: July 2012

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XXX Olympic Games It’s been four years, and the world’s best atheletes are back to fight for their countries

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Members Kim Williams and Ed Kim battle against past Olympians at the 2012 Olympic Swimming Trials

Through the Gauntlet

Olympic swimming alums—and BC members—talk about their fight to the podium

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Showtime Two young, BC Olympic hopefuls head to trials to swim with the sharks.

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XXX Olympic Games London’s hosting, and the world is watching.

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Through the Gauntlet Get an inside look into the Olympic experience with two Olympic swimmers, now dedicated to the BC Master’s program.

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Beers of the World The Olympics of beer: hops from across the pond brought to you for your drinking pleasure.

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Yoga: Outdoors Connect with nature during a hike and literal sun salutations.

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Sun Safety Soak, don’t sizzle, under the rays by heeding these regulations.

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Employee Spotlight Meet The Spa’s massage therapist Charisma Morgan.

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Wellness Warrior Member Steve Legg embarks on his weight-loss journey with help from YBYL. Photo Review The annual mother and son party was filled with nature’s cold-blooded creatures: reptiles.

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Upfront

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Body | Mind

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Calendar

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Aquatics

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Mingle

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Classes & Events

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Community

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Classifieds

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Uncorked

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Editor’s Picks

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y favorite definition of hospitality, among other things, includes “the act of treating others as you would like to be treated.” This too-often simplified word truly defines who we are in the hotel industry.

On any given day, we welcome an average of 20-30 travelers into our home, Hotel Bellevue, for a night or two, sometimes a week or longer.

Many of these visitors would much rather spend their days and evenings in the comfort of their own homes. Because our guests need to close big business deals, attend conferences for education and gather for reunions and celebrations, we are given the opportunity to engage in the art of hospitality.

This art is carried out at many touch points, beginning with a warm and sincere greeting. Surveys relating to expectations of hotel guests often include larger workspaces, comfortable beds and the latest in technology, but the one item that ends up on more comment cards and consumer-response websites is the value of a friendly staff.

Anticipating and exceeding each guest’s expectation is an ongoing game that keeps everyone in the hotel energized. Whether recognizing a guest’s college alma mater by printing his or her school’s logo on a welcome card or delivering a special treat to a couple celebrating an anniversary, we rise above our competition when it comes to hospitality.

Throughout our community at the Club, the art of hospitality exposes itself.

You’ll find it in our friendly personal

trainers and yoga instructors, lifeguards and swim coaches, dining-room hosts and servers. Through these examples, I’m reminded of the Ritz Carlton Hotel Company’s motto: Ladies and gentlemen serving ladies and gentlemen. This hospitality practice has no price, but returns huge dividends.

Believe it or not, as a commuter from downtown Seattle I experience acts of hospitality on a daily basis. As thousands of us drive the freeways and cross the bridges to reach our destinations I am continually impressed with the number of drivers that actually allow me to merge into traffic without fuss. I’m not sure why this so-called road rage gets so much publicity when hospitality on the road seems to be flourishing.

As each of our guests departs the hotel, we are offered a final touch point to extend our gratitude: the fond farewell.

As I write this, I hear my coworker extending a genuine thank you—and quite often I hear the response, “We will return.” Hearing these words reassures me that we are meeting and exceeding our guests’ expectations.

My new definition: Hospitality: What we all enjoy.

JERRY STOTLER Director of Hotel Sales and Marketing

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Water Runner Birthday Month in Polaris Grill Begins

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Ladies’ Tennis Night

Tai Chi

Fourth of July

Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

Special GPX Schedule

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Summer Programs Week 4 Begins

Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

Ladies’ Tennis Night

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Self-Defense Class

Water Runner

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Splash Summer Jam

Family Gym Night

Splash Summer Jam

Tai Chi Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

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Splash Summer Jam

Men’s Tennis Night

Summer Programs Week 6 Begins

Lorraine McConaghy Author Talk

Ladies’ Tennis Night

Tai Chi

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Water Runner Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament

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Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

Inflatable Obstacle Course Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

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Family Float-In Movie Night

Wenatchee River Rafting

Zumba

Inflatable Obstacle Course

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Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

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Kids’ Night Out: Hawaiian Luau

Inflatable Obstacle Course

Zumba

Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

Mixed Doubles Night

Ladies’ Tennis Night

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Little Italy in Splash

Zumba

Splash Summer Jam

Little Italy in Splash

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Mixed Doubles Night

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Summer Basketball League Begins

tennis member events food & beverage

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Men’s Tennis Night

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Day Trip: Yoga in Nature

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Fourth of July Specials in Splash

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Old-World Beer Tasting

Family Gym Night

Inflatable Obstacle Course

Little Italy in Splash

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Men’s Tennis Night

Mixed Doubles Tennis Tournament

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Trivia Night in Cosmos Tai Chi Half-Price Wine Night in Polaris Grill

For more information about programs listed on the calendar, please visit https://members.bellevueclub.com.

Around Town

events in and around bellevue

Family Fourth at lake union

Wednesday, July 4, Fireworks at 10 p.m., Gas Works Park

Seattle’s biggest July 4th celebration is back for a can’t-miss day of fun.

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July 5,6,12,13,19,28, 6-9 p.m., BC

Summer is in full swing, so drop by the Splash deck to order up, soak up and tune up with a local musician.

Day Trip: yoga in nature

Sunday, July 15, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $80

Connect with nature and enjoy a leisurely hike, finishing off with a peaceful yoga session outdoors.

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morning stretch class

show off talent at painting 101 class

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yappy hour

get ready for the game with a tailgate party

happy hour with jazz trio

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brag about chef phillip at dinner with new friends

indulge in walk to top pot doughnuts

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Beers of the World

By Allyson Marrs Nothing completes a warm summer evening like a cool, crisp beer. And tasting a variety of some of the world’s best makes it even better.

On Wednesday, July 25, the Club will be hosting a beer tasting on the patio, partnering with the Odom Corporation and Merchant du Vin, a highly regarded importer of the finest international beers.

The host of the evening, Jhon Gilroy is the Northwest Regional Manager for

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Merchant du Vin. Founded in 1978, Merchant du Vin is the “premier specialty European beer importer in the U.S.,” according to Jhon.

Their beers of choice are classic, oldworld style.

“Beer is to the north of Europe what wine is to the south,” Jhon said. “Historically, geography, climate and the availability of ingredients determined why certain beer styles come from specific areas.

“Beer has thousands of years of history, and the specific styles that we’ve come to recognize have their places of origin in modern-day England, Scotland, Germany, Czech Republic and Belgium,” he said, describing the term “old-world style.”

The company works exclusively with 10 independent family- and monasteryowned breweries throughout Europe.

“These are truly the Grand Cru producers in the world of beer,” Jhon said.

With more than 1,800 collective years of brewing experience among them, they’ve mastered their styles.

Brews hail from Belgium, England and Germany. During the “Old-World Beer” tasting, Chef Paul will be pairing small plates with five of the six brews.

Attendees will have the chance to taste: • Ayinger Bräu-Weisse Hefeweizen (the welcome beer) • Samuel Smith’s India Ale • Westmalle Trappist Tripel Ale • Rochefort 10 Trappist Ale • Samuel Smith’s Oatmeal Stout • Lindemans Framboise Lambic The Lindemans Brewery is especially unique in its process. They started commercially brewing in 1811, and the beers in this region are rare in that they’re spontaneously fermented. Lindemans’ beers take in wild, airborne yeast, with no additional yeast added by the brewers.

With this technique, there are multiple yeast strands, each offering different flavors.

The beer was introduced to the States in 1979, and is still the best-selling brand in the lambics category.

An even older brewery is Rochefort.

Monks began to brew in the Abbey of St.-Rémy (southern Belgium) in 1595, and it’s one of seven Trappist breweries in the world, serving up dark ales. The three different-colored caps (red, green or blue) signify the flavor and highlights of the beer.

Yorkshire’s oldest brewery, Samuel Smith, is one of the last men standing. It’s one of the few independent breweries left in England.

It also has a special yeast technique. It implements the classic Yorkshire Square system, by solely using stone squares.

As for the hops, according to Merchant du Vin’s website, “Hops are handweighed by the master hop blender, and the brewing water is drawn from a well sunk over 200 years ago.” All of their beers are vegan and registered by the Vegan Society.

Take the opportunity to taste some of the best beers from across the pond on Wednesday, July 25, from 6-8 p.m. for $25. Careful attention to detail and labor practices that have put quality over quantity for hundreds of years have crafted some of the finest brews.

So come, sit back in the sun, crack open a bottle and travel across the world.

To sign up, contact Kaarin Keil at kaarink@bellevueclub.com.

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Yoga: Outdoors

Take a hike up Issaquah’s Poo-Poo Point with a guide from Kaf Adventures, and then relax with yoga, lead by Bellevue Club’s yoga instructor Heather Phillips. On Sunday, July 15, a day on the mountain will include fitness in an idyllic setting.

Members will embark on a moderate hike through scenic mountain terrain to an outstanding view for an extended yoga practice. Connect with nature while you hike, fill your lungs with fresh air and clear the body of toxins while spending time with new friends.

The hike is moderate—the distance is no more than six miles round-trip—and will continue rain or shine. Participants must be 14 or older, but those younger than 18 need parental consent. Sack lunches will be provided.

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Yoga mat Hiking shoes or boots (recommended) or tennis shoes A small backpack Water Appropriate clothing (layer for weather) Snacks Sunscreen

Itinerary • • • • • •

8 a.m.-Meet at the Bellevue Club Athletic Entrance for carpool 10 a.m.-Begin moderate hike, about 2.5 miles Noon-Yoga practice and meditation 1:30 p.m.- Eat lunch 2 p.m.-Head back down the trail 3:30 p.m.-Arrive at the cars, and head back to the Bellevue Club

To join in the fun, contact Membership Director Kaarin Keil at kaarink@ bellevueclub.com or stop by the Athletic Desk. Be sure to get your spot soon; the hike maxes out at 10 people. Tickets are $80.

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Climbing Timeline 1992 Mount Kilimanjaro (19,340 feet) Africa 1993 Mount Elbrus (18,480 feet) Russia 1995 Mount McKinley (20,320 feet) Alaska 1996 Cerro Aconcagua (22,841 feet) Argentina 1998 Vinson Massif (16,067 feet) Antarctica

Phil and sue ershler Rocking It

By Allyson Marrs Seven summits. The seven summits— the highest mountain on each continent.

Members Sue and Phil Ershler completed this journey May 16, 2002, solidifying their spot in history as the first couple to ever climb all seven peaks.

This past May, they celebrated their 10-year anniversary of this amazing achievement, especially their climb of

1999 Mount Kosciuszko (7,309 feet) Australia 2002 Mount Everest (29,035 feet) Nepal

the highest peak in the world: Mount Everest.

“The journey took 10 years because I was a corporate leader and was climbing mountains during the same 10 years I was climbing the corporate ladder,” Sue said. “When we completed the climbs, I started my own business presenting all

over the world and have been delivering keynotes ever since.”

The Ershlers made headlines, interviewing with some of the biggest names in journalism. They were featured on “The Today Show,” “CNN,” “Good Morning America” and in The New York Times, among others.

Sue started climbing at 36, and didn’t waste any time making her way around the world. At left is the timeline of the couple’s climbs.

But Sue didn’t stop there. She’s done more than 50 climbs in 12 countries, and in 2010, Sue and Phil went back to Everest. There, they led treks to the Everest Base Camp. “Since we completed our Everest climb, my goal has been to climb a mountain every year with Phil somewhere outside of the U.S., but I stay under 20,000 feet these days,” Sue said.

“Another goal is to climb Mount Rainier for every year I have known Phil, so this year will be our 21st climb of Rainier.”

Setting new goals can be difficult, considering Sue has already achieved, quite literally, a very high one when she climbed Everest. “I decided the first 50 years of my life was focused on achieving my goals, so the next 50 I would spend helping others reach theirs,” she said. Now, Sue travels the world telling her story to leaders of Fortune 500 companies, helping thousands of business professionals.

But they aren’t the only ones she helps. “Every time I present, I support the American Himalayan Foundation to help keep 9,500 Nepalese girls in school and away from the dangers of trafficking.”

For now, Sue and Phil (he’s a professional mountain guide) plan to celebrate their summit anniversary on top of a peak. They’ll be trekking to Patagonia.

New Space for Bellevue’s Moore Center

Dr. Mehri Moore.

Photo from a September 2007 Reflections Magazine profile.

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The Moore Center, an eating disorder clinic in Bellevue, recently opened their brand-new, 15,000-square-foot treatment facility. Bellevue Club member Dr. Mehri Moore founded the center.

“The new facility is outfitted with all of the latest technology and provides our patients with a natural

and peaceful treatment environment where recovery can be achieved,” she said.

The new facility includes two demonstration kitchens, a dining room, art studio, yoga studio, medical exam rooms and a classroom.

The center has also expanded its staff, and now has more than 40 employees.

It first opened in 1991 and has treated more than 5,000 patients.

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Talk of the Towns

By Allyson Marrs History is especially rich this time of the year. Independence Day celebrates our country’s birthday, but what about our state?

During a history talk on July 24, author and presenter Lorraine McConaghy will shed some light on our land.

Lorraine is a public historian who spends most of her time digging through history and teaching the Pacific Northwest’s history, specifically at the Seattle Museum of History & Industry.

There, she’s curated multiple exhibits and has been honored by organizations such as the Washington Museums Association.

But the majority of her work focuses on the Washington Territory during the antebellum and Civil War periods.

“Historians spend a lot of time orienting people, but sometimes it’s more important to encounter the unexpected, or to see the familiar with new eyes,” she said.

Lorraine’s new book “New Land, North of the Columbia” serves as the guide during the presentation—a historical travelogue of Washington Territory.

Traveling back to 1853 and fastforwarding to 2012, the book (and the

talk) delves into the little things that built the Evergreen State.

Lorraine spent a year traveling all across Washington to gather information for the book. The research took her into federal, state, county and municipal archives, among others, as she began to piece everything together.

Her talk draws from historical records and some more unusual items—paper dolls. With the help of public correspondence, public records and maps, the visuals tell the story.

“New Land, North of the Columbia” includes about 400 documents, which incorporate a telegram to Washington Territory’s governor, signed by President Abraham Lincoln, and a NASA map of the state.

“I firmly believe that when we learn about the past, the present makes more sense,” Lorraine said. “If the present makes more sense, we can become actively engaged in making better informed choices for our future. It’s not simple and it’s not perfect, but I think that history is the first step in civic literacy.”

Lorraine will be using a PowerPoint to bring the colorful and rich documents to life that share “who we were, who we are and who we might become.”

The history talk will be July 24, from 7-8 p.m..Tickets are $10, and can be purchased by emailing Membership Director Kaarin Keil at kaarink@bellevueclub .com, or by stopping by the Athletic Desk.

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e have so much happening! The Club is always busy with different activities and events—it’s hard to keep track of everything. To stay informed about all the latest happenings around the Club, pick up a copy of the Connector at the Athletic Desk or view it online at bellevue club.com/fitness/bc connector.pdf. You can also sign up for email alerts on the Members Only website, and information about events will come right to you!

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Finding the Right Care

Choosing care for a loved one is a difficult decision packed with emotions and worry. Beth Droppert, RN, BSN, recently presented a seminar at the Club about

elder care, and it’s a subject worth taking notice—and worth preliminary steps.

“The key part of the Allied Health Advocates presentation from March is to make sure you are talking with family members, before you need to, about how they want to be making decisions,” Beth

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said.,“whether those decisions are about when and where to move or what kind of medical care they would ideally like to have. These are sometimes thorny issues if the (decision is left until) when a crisis occurs.”

Beth has been a nurse for 40 years and cofounded Allied Health Advocates, based in Seattle, in 2008. The company helps families navigate the sometimes challenging health-care system by providing nurse advocates for patients. “This company is important because we are all consumers of health care, but there is very little understanding of how the system works or how to use it effectively,” she said.

With the company’s help, patients learn how to use the system most efficiently.

Beth believes it’s essential to have a conversation sooner rather than later, deciding what kind of medical care the elder would ultimately like to have, whether he or she will want assistance with things such as chores and driving, and, of course, how the individual’s personality fits in to all of this.

Children should take into account the parent’s independence, socialization, ability to travel and desire to be near family. With multiple housing solution options—assisted living, adult family homes, retirement homes, in-home nurses, etc.—it needs to be a mutual match. “All of these factors can help determine the best place and level of support,” Beth said.

“It is good for adult children to understand how parents want to make decisions—on their own or in consultation with family. If so, which family members?”

Beth and the Allied Health Advocates team will be at this September’s Wellness Fair, and they’ll be bringing HIPPAA wallet cards. These cards enable information to be shared, for example a parent’s record with a child. “There are instances when it would be a good idea to make sure you have designated who you want to have access to your information. This is important, especially for parents of children 18 years or older,” Beth said.

Members are welcome to contact Allied Health Advocates with any questions they have about elder care, and are encouraged to visit their booth at the fair.

For more information, visit www.ah advocates.com or call 206.377.3000.

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sun safety It’s sunshine season, pool season and all-around-fun season. But sunburns are a party crasher, as are the lasting effects of sun damage. Before you bask in the glorious rays, make sure to take notice of the basics. These tips will keep your skin glowing instead of burning.

What to Look for in Sun Protection

• Choose sunscreen with a minimum SPF 15.

• Look for sunscreen labeled “broad spectrum” to protect from both UVA and UVB rays.

• If you have sensitive skin, test the sunscreen before use, applying a small amount to the skin on your inner arm near your elbow. Apply daily for three days to test for a reaction.

• Wear a wide-brim hat with a 2- to 3-inch brim or a shade cap when outside. Remember, baseball caps do not protect your ears or the back of the neck.

• T-shirts only offer a max of SPF 15 protection. Look for clothes with SPF ratings.

• Make sure sunglasses are UV-rated.

Sunscreen Application Techniques

• Apply generously! Adults should use about 1 ounce to cover any exposed skin.

• Don’t forget your nose, ears, neck, eyelids, lips, feet and hands. Use lip balm sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher.

• Apply sunscreen at least 20 minutes before going outside.

• Reapply sunscreen every two hours or after toweling off, sweating or swimming.

• Check the expiration date. Most sunscreen should last two to three years. If you have not used your sunscreen for a while, shake it to remix ingredients.

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• Clouds do not block UV rays. Make sure to apply sunscreen even on cloudy days.

Reading Labels

Waterproof—up to 80 minutes of sun protection while swimming.

Water-Resistant—up to 40 minutes of sun protection while swimming.

UVA—rays that cause aging and wrinkling and can contribute to skin cancer.

UVA rays are not blocked by the ozone layer and make up the majority of sun exposure.

UVB—also dangerous. UVB causes sunburns and contributes to cataracts and skin cancer. Most UVB rays are absorbed by the ozone layer, but enough get through to cause serious damage.

SPF—only blocks UVB rays. Look for sunscreen labeled “broad spectrum” to ensure protection from both UVA and UVB rays.

Avoid Getting Burned

• Avoid unprotected sun exposure during the peak UV hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

• Seek shade, but wear sunscreen and sun-protective clothing even when in the shade.

• Sun damage can occur in as little as 15 minutes on unprotected skin.

• If you or your child starts turning pink, cover up and seek shade.

• Just for babies—children 6 months and younger should avoid sun exposure. If going out, dress infants in lightweight long sleeves, pants and a wide-brimmed hat. Apply SPF 30 sunscreen to exposed skin.

To protect yourself and your family from the sun, just remember to “Slip, Slop, Slap and Wrap.”

Slip on a shirt or cover-up Slop on sunscreen Slap on a hat Wrap on sunglasses (or goggles)

At the Bellevue Club

• Please apply spray sunscreen only in the shower area at the outdoor pool.

Please try to avoid spraying sunscreen on the ground or in the pool.

• Apply sunscreen at least 30 minutes before getting in the pool.

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(What would the Founding Fathers drink?)

The Founding Fathers of wine enjoyed their booze. With America’s birthday just a few days away, celebrate those who uncorked and drank up.

In fact, after signing the Declaration of Independence, the real Founding Fathers celebrated with a little drink. Their bottle of choice?

They uncorked Madeira—a fortified Portuguese wine.

Toasting to a momentous occasion carried over to the signing of the Constitution, where it’s recorded (through tavern records) that the 55 delegates consumed 54 bottles of Madeira, 60 bottles of claret, nine bottles of whiskey, 22 of porter, eight of cider, 12 of beer and 7 of alcoholic punch. I think it’s safe to say they got the party started.

Thomas Jefferson, America’s third president, enjoyed his wine so much that it’s rumored he spent $3,000 annually on the drink. His presidential salary rounded out to about $25,000 a year.

Perhaps his time as an Ambassador in France influenced his expensive habit. He was even in charge of stocking the wine cellar in the White House, serving as a “wine adviser” to Presidents Washington, Madison and Monroe.

Although America’s wine country had to play catch-up to a few hundred years, it started eventually—in Ohio during the 1850s, thanks to a man named Nicolas Longworth. But California put Ohio’s attempt to shame only 20 years later.

Then everything stopped in 1920.

For 13 years, America’s alcohol production ceased with the onslaught of Prohibition. The majority of wineries disappeared, unless they squeezed the grape for medical purposes.

Once prohibition ended, big names came into play. Robert Mondavi, founder of Robert Mondavi Winery, which produced jug wines, thought like Jefferson.

America had potential.

With big ideas, and even larger jugs of wine, Mondavi constructed the first major winery in Napa since Prohibition.

So America had its stage, but it needed a show to prove itself.

During America’s bicentennial in 1976, a blind taste test of American and French wines, organized by Brit Steven Spurrier, garnered much attention for the stars and stripes.

French wine experts were the judges, and they sipped on the best of the best.

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This one event finally put America on the wine list as a serious competitor. I think that alone is worth a celebration.

Here are some of my recommendations to sip under the fireworks: • A sparkling to celebrate your freedom: Treveri Sparkling Rose • A big red for a big birthday: La Jota Howell Mountain Estate Cabernet • A white to celebrate our bright future: StoneStreet Upper Barn Chardonnay

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KIM WILLIAMS “When my tongue goes numb in a race, I know I’m going fast. Really fast.”

Kim is 15, and soon, she’ll be in Nebraska swimming with the sharks—past Olympians and dozens of Olympic hopefuls, just like her.

“My goal for a really long time was making the trials,” she said. “I’d go crazy if I made it to the Olympics this year. It’s just weird to think about.”

Although it could be argued that each of Kim’s swims have brought her to this point, one specific day shines through.

The 2011 Junior Nationals are a competition to remember.

At the time, Kim was only 14, yet seemingly a 400-meter IM (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, freestyle) veteran, as she started swimming competitively at 8 years old.

She chose the distance medley for simple reasons. “It includes all the strokes, so I don’t get bored doing it.” She shrugged.

“And with the distance, I have more time to catch up to people if I’m behind.”

And that she did.

Nearly hidden in the eighth lane (of a 10-lane pool), she barely made it to the finals. If the pool were eight lanes, Kim would have been cut, according to her coach Andy Pym. But this second chance brought more than anyone had been expecting. “One week before the race, she swam a 4:58,” her mom, Brenda, said. “We didn’t really count on her making the finals at Junior Nationals. Her competition was much older.”

As Kim made her way to the starting

blocks, she adjusted her goggles, shrugged her shoulders and tried to ease her nerves.

But coach Andy was on hand with his cheesy jokes. “He keeps me calm,” Kim said. “He’s just really funny.”

Throughout the race, Kim kept a steady pace with her competition, but once her hand hit the wall and she transitioned into breaststroke, she took off. By the end of the 50 meters, she was a fullbody length in front of her closest rival.

“I’m not sure she realized how far ahead she was,” Brenda said. “So when she turned and took one look, I think she realized, ‘wait a second. I’m winning this thing!’ Suddenly I saw these feet just go and this motor turn on.”

Kim pulled forward even farther during freestyle, solidifying her win.

“I was trying to drop like two seconds so I could barely get under the trial cut,” Kim said. “It was just like, hello!”

In order to qualify, Kim had to get a time of 4:55.89 or better. When her head came out of the water and she clung to the edge of the pool, she saw her time: 4:49.76. “My face just dropped. It was a really big surprise. I had never even gotten close to that time before.” Overall, Kim took sixth out of 120 swimmers that day, many of whom were a few years older.

But now it’s on to bigger things.

Out of the 139 swimmers in Kim’s event for the Olympic trials, only the top two will make the team. With every race, it seems like Kim’s moving up the ranks; she dropped more time during a meet in Federal Way this past spring, bringing her

five Reflections Favorite activity at the Club (besides swimming): Eating. I eat everywhere.

Favorite food: Spaghetti Inspired by: My family, my coach Andy and former coach Bob Miller.

Pet peeve: People putting towels in their mouths.

Favorite Olympic sport (besides swimming): Gymnastics, specifically floor.

down to 4:48.01. Now, she’s ranked in the 30s among the other hopefuls for the trials.

“You don’t think of (the Olympics) in the realm of possibility, necessarily, but crazier things have happened,” Brenda said.

If she doesn’t make it this round, Kim’s already looking ahead to 2016. Much like big-name Olympians, she’s never satisfied.

“I’ve always loved Michael Phelps. He’s so fast, and he always has goals that push him forward. Even when he gets so high, he always has goals to go higher.”

Like Phelps, Kim is determined. She also believes in her abilities. “We could make finals,” Kim said of hers and Ed’s chances at the trials. “But really, we want to make our best times and have a good experience.”

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ed kim five Reflections Favorite activity at the Club (besides swimming): Eating at Splash and playing basketball.

Favorite food: Tender, medium-rare rib-eye steak.

Inspired by: My coach and my dad.

Personal Quirk: Once finished a 12-egg omelet at Beth’s Cafe.

Favorite Olympic sport (besides swimming): Track and field.

Too terrified to even put his head in the water as a child, Ed couldn’t have guessed that he’d be going to the Olympic trials. “Swimming was not my choice in the first place,” he said. And he didn’t even start enjoying the sport until he joined the Bellevue Club Swim Team.

During Junior Nationals in August, when Ed was 15, he was the fastest 15-year-old 100-meter-freestyle swimmer in the nation with a time of 51.35.

From a boy who couldn’t bare to be in the water, now Ed is practically gliding across it, choosing freestyle for its ability to allow him “to let loose.”

“Strokes like butterfly and backstroke are very technique oriented and require

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some holding back in order to be as efficient as possible,” Ed said. “Freestyle is also technique oriented, but when I swim freestyle I feel like I have more freedom to focus on beating the person next to me.”

Which he usually does. His coach, Andy Pym, notes that when watching Ed in the pool, his demeanor makes the stroke look effortless, but the training is difficult.

“It’s especially hard as a sprinter,” Ed said. “I lack endurance, but I will continually try harder, as it plays a key part in my last 25 of the 100-free.”

Down and back. That’s all the time Ed has to win a race.

“Whenever I dive into the pool at a big meet, I have this drive to try and beat the person next to me. I don’t have anything against that person, it’s just that losing a race is that much more disappointing when you’ve worked so hard to get there.”

Doing his best to prepare for the Olympic trials, Ed is going in with the mentality that it’s just another big meet.

“This will be the biggest meet I have ever been to, which calls for an even better performance,” he said.

With London just around the corner, it’s an exciting time, especially to be recognized as part of the top .5 percent of USA Swimming members.

“Performance-wise, I’m sure it will be a surreal feeling to compete against all of the athletes who I’ve seen compete only on television.”

One of the swimmers that Ed has looked up to is Ryan Lochte, who visited with the Bellevue Club Swim Team in 2008. “He has done many great things, and I hope to follow in his footsteps to become a better swimmer,” Ed said.

But for coach Andy, Ed and Kim are inspiring in their own abilities. “I’m extremely proud of both of them,” he said. “Both Ed and Kim are not satisfied with being talented and having perceived success at the local level. They want to achieve what they’re capable of.”

He sees a future for both in college at the major Division 1 level, but knows beyond that, a lot can happen. “BCST is designed to allow swimmers opportunities for success now and down the line, so I plan on continuing my efforts to help make them fast and prepare them for fast swimming in college. Where that leads, we’ll just have to wait and see.”

Although swimming is a heavily individualized sport, it takes a team of support to gain success, and these kids know they won’t be alone in their lanes at the Olympic trials. “All of my successes so far are not by my own doing,” Ed said.

“Rather, my coaches and my teammates were the ones that pushed me to try even harder and improve myself.” *At press time, Kim and Ed were headed to the trials, running June 25-July 2. *BCST alum Ethan Hallowell (Stanford freshmen) also qualified for the trials.

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facts Courtesy of usaswimming.org •

Number of swimmers in USA Swimming: about 250,000.

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Number of swimmers expected to compete at trials: about 1,250, or .5 percent of the swimmers who are members of USA Swimming.

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Number of spots available on the U.S. Olympic Team: 52.

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Maximum percentage of swimmers competing at trials who can make the Olympic Team: about 4 percent.

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Maximum percentage of swimmers from USA Swimming who will be named Olympians at trials: about .02 percent.

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timeline

The IOC caps the number of eligible summer sports at 28, and the only sports that have never been absent from the games are athletics, swimming, fencing and gymnastics.

1896

1908

1900

Archery, Basque pelota, cricket, croquet, equestrian, golf, polo, rowing, rugby union, sailing, soccer, tug of war and water polo added.

First summer Games. Sports included: athletics, cycling, fencing, gymnastics, shooting, swimming, tennis, weightlifting and wrestling.

1904

Aquatics (diving), boxing, fencing, lacrosse and roque added.

1916

Figure skating, hockey, jeu de paume and water motorsports added.

Games canceled because of World War I.

1912

Modern pentathlon added.

1920

Ice hockey added.

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1924

1932

Basque pelota, canoeing, jeu de paume and volleyball named demonstration sports.

1928

Women’s athletic and gymnastics debut, tennis disappears and lacrosse named demonstration sport.

1944

American football named demonstration sport.

1936

Basketball and handball added. Art, baseball and gliding named demonstration sports.

Games canceled because of World War II.

1940

Games canceled because of World War II.

1952

Handball and Finnish baseball named demonstration sports.

1948

First-ever women’s canoeing event contested.

battle of the olympians xxx July 27 The Olympiad kicks off in London, culminating in a worldwide battle of the most impressive athletes.

By Allyson Marrs

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lite. The competition, the arena and the traditions—they all signify the best of the best. More than 16,000 athletes and team officials will soon flock to London, preparing to compete in one of the 26 summer games.

Each athlete is eager to become one of the 26,512 Olympic medalists, joining the finest athletes from Athens in 1896, to Vancouver in 2010.

The tradition of the Games is beloved and celebrated across the world, and it all starts with the passing of a single torch.

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1956

Baseball and Australian football named demonstration sports.

First games telecasted in North America, Canada and Mexico.

Getting the Torch to the games, and thus beginning the two and a half weeks of extraordinary athleticism, will take 8,000 people. The route is designed to ensure that the flame will come within 10 miles of 95 percent of the people in the United Kingdom during the 70-day journey to the Games.

All of the 8,000 torchbearers were nominated by people in their communities—for their strength, their courage and their inspiration. Tens of thousands of people were nominated for the selection process, and those who made it, from children to the elderly, will all have their moments to shine.

The three-sided gold Torch, designed

by Londoners, stands at 31.5 inches and features 8,000 perforated circles to represent the bearers. It’s triangle-shaped

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1980

Archery reintroduced, and badminton and water skiing named demonstration sports.

Judo and volleyball added.

1960

passing the torch

1972

1964

Women’s field hockey debuts.

1968

Tennis named demonstration sport.

1976

Judo reintroduced.

at the top as a nod to the many threes throughout the Olympics: the values— respect, excellence and friendship; the motto—faster, higher, stronger; the vision of the XXX games—sport, education and culture; and a celebration of London’s third time hosting.

choosing the battle ground

It took four rounds of voting by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for London to beat out Paris as the host city of the coveted games. Eight cities submitted applications against London: Paris; Leipzig, Germany; New York City; Istanbul; Havana; Moscow; Madrid, and Rio de Janeiro. The United States made the final five, but London took 54 of the possible 104 votes, with Paris trailing only by 4. Rio de Janeiro was named host city for the 2016 summer Games.

1984

Tennis and baseball reintroduced as demonstration sports.

The host-city election is eerily reminiscent to running for class president. The final cities have the opportunity to appeal to the IOC during a one-hour pitch.

Through speeches, video and celebrity endorsements they plead their cases and sell their land.

If an IOC member happens to hail from a country on the ballot, he or she is not allowed to vote until that country is eliminated, if it’s voted off. Like any election, there have been cries of bribery and fraud, but with bidding cities putting more than $40 million in—just during the voting stage—their investments only pay off if selected, and they don’t want to lose.

When selecting the arena, IOC looks at technical and logistical requirements— such as space, accommodations, transportation, access and safety. On the flashier side, they look for promotional plans— parades, ceremonies and incorporation of things like the Olympic Village.

The winning city stands to collect millions in revenue from tourism and advertisements, fierce media attention and, of course, a spot in Olympic history, whether their athletes win or lose, so the initial costs means little in the grand scheme of things.

built by the gods

These athletic gods set the stage for our entertainment every few years. They work tirelessly year-round, and the world takes notice on the grandest stage they’ll ever have the opportunity to perform on. Here is just a sampling of the American athletes to watch this summer.

Ryan Lochte: This six-time Olympic medalist set the record for the 4x200meter-freestyle relay with teammates at

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1988

2004

1996

Synchronized swimming and table tennis added.

1992

Badminton and baseball added, and roller hockey and taekwondo named demonstration sports.

2012

Baseball, basketball and taekwondo added.

Softball added.

2000

Canoe/kayak and triathlon added.

the 2009 World Championships. He also happened to pop into the Bellevue Club in 2008 to visit with the Bellevue Club Swim Team.

Hope Solo: She’s the goalkeeper for the U.S. Women’s team and a Washington native. Hope and her team took Gold in the 2008 Beijing Olympics.

Carmelita Jeter: This California girl is the secondfastest woman ever in the 100-meter-track-and-field event.

Alex Morgan: She’s the forward for the Seattle Sounders women’s team, and helped the United States clinch a victory over France during the 2011 World Cup by scoring a goal in the 82nd minute.

Kevin Durant: This basketball superstar plays for the Oklahoma City Thunder, but entered the NBA with the Seattle SuperSonics, where he won the NBA Rookie of the Year Award.

Michael Phelps: No list of great Olympians is complete without him. He won eight Gold medals in 2008 at the Beijing Olympics; two more than the 2004 games. Knowing Phelps, his sights are set on double digits for London.

countdown. starts. now.

The world will be watching. An estimated 1 billion

people—15 percent of the world’s population—tuned in during the Beijing opening ceremonies.

As decided by the IOC, host cities must include certain elements during the opening ceremonies. The President of the IOC and the Chair of the Organizing Committee will receive Her Majesty the Queen, and teams will enter in alphabetical order for the parade of athletes.

Speeches will follow, as will the Olympic Anthem and the raising of the Olympic flag. An oath made by an athlete, judge and coach from the Host Nation will lead to the lighting of the Torch and cauldron. This flame will burn throughout the entirety of the games, while the nations battle for Gold.

Let the Games begin.

Women’s boxing included for the first time.

2008

BMX discipline and open water swimming more than 10 kilometers added.

2016

Golf and rugby union to return to the Games.

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Eat Breakfast to Lose Weight

In order to lose weight, cutting calories is a must. But one common mistake is people cutting too many calories.

When you dip below 1,200 calories a day, your body can go into panic mode—storing those calories in the fat cells. One of the easiest ways to kick off this bad behavior is by skipping breakfast. This first meal is essential to getting your metabolism moving. Aim for a 350- to 500-calorie breakfast with 10 to 15 grams of protein and fiber. Starting your day by eating a healthy meal is the first step to losing unwanted pounds.

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—Wendy Camaano, Club Dietitian

New healthy living guidelines for cancer survivors Evidence shows achieving and maintaining a healthy weight, getting enough physical activity and eating a healthy diet can reduce the chance of recurrence and increase the likelihood of disease-free survival after a cancer diagnosis.

Extra weight is linked to increased risk of cancer returning.

The American Cancer Society encourages survivors to aim to exercise for at least two and a half hours per week, and to include strength-training exercises.

Studies suggest the best protection comes from a diet that is high in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and includes fish and poultry.

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Through the Gauntlet

There is no shortage of excellence in the Bellevue Club swimming programs.

This month, the BCST has a couple of teens going to the Olympic trials, and there are some members who have made it to that point and on to the big Games.

REFLECTIONS caught up with two past Olympians, who are now dedicated Masters’ swimmers: Tom Malchow and Chris Chalmers.

TOM MALCHOW Which Olympic games did you attend?

Atlanta in 1996, Sydney in 2000 and Athens in 2004.

Which swimming event did you compete in, and how did you do?

The 200-meter butterfly—I took Silver in 1996, Gold in 2000 and eighth in 2004.

What was the Olympic experience like?

It’s a roller coaster. You have the excitement of travel and the fun of staying in the Village—which is designed to feed and house the athletes, pamper the athletes and entertain the athletes. It also highlights the country you are in and provides a place for you to prepare to compete on the world’s largest sports stage.

How did you celebrate your Gold medal win? Where do you keep the medals?

I celebrated with my family and friends in Sydney, and then continued the party back home with friends, family and the people that helped support me through my entire swimming career. I wish the answer was more exciting, but I keep my medals in my desk drawer in the box that they came in.

How long have you been swimming?

I started swimming in a country club league in Minnesota at the age of 6 and officially retired in 2005. I started casually swimming Masters in 2010.

Were the Olympic Games always a goal of yours?

Eventually the Olympics became my goal, but when I started swimming I did it just because I enjoyed it. As I got older and more serious about the competition side, I just kept adjusting my goals to the next level, which eventually led to the Olympics as my goal, then winning

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a medal and then winning a Gold medal.

What do you think big names—like Michael Phelps and Amanda Beard—are doing for the sport of swimming?

Amanda and Michael have been great for the sport by being able to generate more media attention during the Games; but Chris Chalmers, third from the left in back, with his Canadian teammates. more imporChris swam in the 1988 Seoul Olympic Games. tant, they are helping keep Any special memories? some focus and attention on the sport The closing ceremonies: The Canadian year-round. In the past, swimming would Olympic Association had a full case gain attention in the months leading up of beer for each Canadian athlete, and to the Olympics and shortly after, and we put them in our backpacks for the then fade away until the next Olympic ceremony. We were the favorite country cycle. To continue to grow the sport, it at the closing ceremonies. needs attention and focus year round.

How long have you been swimming?

CHRIS CHALMERS I started competitive swimming when I was 8. I swam in college at USC, and Which Olympic Games did you attend? one of my teammates, Lars Jorgensen, I swam for Canada in the 1988 Seoul qualified in my same event (1500-meter Olympics. free) for the same games. We ended up swimming right next to each other at the Which swimming event did you compete in, games in Seoul, but I swam for Canada. and how did you do?

I swam in the 1500-meter free and Were the Olympic Games always a goal of finished 16th. yours?

Yes, but they became a real goal after I What was the Olympic experience like? finished fifth at the 1984 Olympic trials.

It was great, but very overwhelming with the opening ceremonies and meeting all What do you think big names—like the different athletes. What I remember Michael Phelps and Amanda Beard—are most was the cafeteria—since these doing for the sport of swimming? games were in Seoul, Korea, the food was Michael Phelps is the best swimmer ever, really terrible. They tried to accommodate in my opinion. He can swim any stroke, the Western athletes with hamburgers et and if he wanted to concentrate on one cetera, but they ended up tasting nothing event, he would be the world’s best. Now, like hamburgers. It was open 24 hours, Ryan Lochte is definitely up there as far and you would see athletes in there at all as versatility, but just happens to swim at times of the day eating and trying to stay the same time as Michael. Amanda Beard on their regular schedules. is also a great swimmer.

Also, most of the time you go to competitions with just your sport, but at the Olympics there was every athlete from every sport, and you got to see what they did for training and competition.

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NACAD Basketball Tournament Congratulations to our three teams for playing tough and representing Bellevue Club the right way at this year’s NACAD basketball tournament at the Washington Athletic Club on April 2729. Although none of the teams brought back the coveted title, they all played hard and had a ton of fun along the way.

If you’re interested in participating in an upcoming tournament, email basket ball@bellevueclub.com for tryout and practice information.

A Team Tony Bacon, Tygann Billow, Conor Hansen, Jeff Hodge, Alex Locke, Chris Newell, PJ. Ross and Joe Wiser AA Team Dae Hee Bang, Paul Carr, Troy Chambers, Chad Elfstrom, Chad Garr, Ryan Haggart and Dinny Hansen

There are currently 2,805 year-round swim clubs in the country. Recently, through the determined efforts of a number of Booster Club members, but especially, Sarah Cox, Bob Seidel and Mary Manning, the Bellevue Club Swim Team was awarded national recognition as a Silver Medal Club by United States

Swimming’s Club Development Committee.

It’s an honor. In addition to being the recipient of the Silver Medal ranking, the Booster Club was given a grant of $2,356 to further our efforts to strengthen the BCST. Congratulations!

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The Club Recognition Program objectives are to strengthen the Club system in USA Swimming. They look at all the factors that help create great clubs. All the factors are grouped into the following four major components.

1. Business and organizational success 2. Parent and volunteer development 3. Coach development and education 4. Athlete development and

performance A point system has been established to score each of these four components— the top 200 scoring teams in the country are given medal rankings.

The top 20 scoring teams in the country are given gold medal ranking.

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Support System

By Allyson Marrs Steve Legg just wasn’t seeing the results he desired.

He had tried a diet— exercise even—but it wasn’t providing what he needed.

“No matter how hard I tried, I couldn’t lose weight on my own. I realized I needed professional help,” he said.

For many who are finally ready to make a physical and health-related change in their life, not seeing results after putting in the effort is tormenting. It can be easy to want to throw in the towel.

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Back in March, determined and ready, Steve signed up for Your Body Your Life.

The personalized nutrition counseling opened Steve’s eyes to options. “The modification of my eating habits was huge. Thanks to Cindy the nutritionist, I’ve learned that meals can be delicious and filling, and you can still lose weight,” Steve said.

And adding the two to the one-two punch, training with Rose provided the assistance and education he needed to maximize his workouts. “I’ve learned which exercises are best for me and why.

My cardio trainer, Annelise, has taught me how to maximize weight loss and improve stamina through the proper performance of cardio workouts.”

By the end of the year, Steve is confident that he’ll lose another 20 pounds, which he credits to everything he learned in YBYL. Even better, he knows he can maintain the loss.

“By absorbing what my trainers are telling me and doing the work they lay out for me, I’ve lost a significant amount of weight and my flexibility has improved to a marked degree,” he said.

Steve gives special credit to Rose, Cindy and Annelise for all that’s he’s accomplished. Their motivation kept him going during the six-week program. “They really know their stuff, and if you just do what they ask of you, amazing results can be had.”

But the program isn’t just about looking great; it’s about feeling better. “All in all, I feel happier and more ‘athletic.’ ”

want to be a wellness warrior?

The Bellevue Club offers a variety of wellness programs, classes and seminars.

In addition, if you want a more individualized approach, the Club’s Your Body Your Life program might be for you. Call 425.688.3461 or email wellness@ bellevueclub.com for more information.

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Three in One

By Allyson Marrs The name describes it all—a combination of yoga, ballet and Pilates. I popped into the Tuesday (8:309:30 a.m.)

Yoballates class with Lynelle, who previously showed me how to shake it with Zumba.

This was a fun, quaint class that felt like a foreign workout, and yet, completely familiar. By the end of the class, let me just say I understood why ballerinas have such sculpted bodies.

Lynelle moved at a brisk pace, but she demonstrated each move when she called it out. For example, if she called out plié, she would then dip her body down in the exact movement we were to mirror.

For the first 20 to 30 minutes, we focused primarily on ballet, which in a way, looks like standing yoga. The multipurpose room is equipped with ballet barres on both walls (ideal for when the class grows), and the barres acted as our support during the poses.

The glutes, thighs, calves and even the big toe, took the heat during each pose.

Like Lynelle said, you don’t need weights to build muscle and sculpt your body.

Our body provided the best resistance, and no matter which move we did, our core was constantly engaged as we tried to find our balance.

But this isn’t a dance class.

We repeated several moves, in sets, and worked out muscles until they burned. While the moves themselves were fluid, they weren’t fluid throughout a sequence like a dance number would be.

Instead, Lynelle uses basic ballet moves in a fitness manner. We would pulse in a plié to strengthen our inner thigh, and balance and pulse in arabesques (strength leg lifts at the barre).

As an outside observer, the poses may look easy, and sometimes, as if the participants are merely stretching. If anyone has this opinion, I kindly invite you to the ballet barre. It takes a lot of strength

to put your entire body weight on one leg while keeping balanced through your core. So while it may be appear that the ladies are just standing on one leg with their arms above their heads, they’re actually getting a wonderful workout.

After the barre, we moved to matwork, nearly identical to Pilates. We spent the majority of our time working on abdominals, although the glutes also received attention. From the Pilates mat class that I took last month, I would say these two compare in terms of exercise similarities and pace.

My abs took a “gentle” beating during this portion. It was about 15 minutes of constant core work. Lynelle does a nice job of offering options—for increased difficulty, or better support.

I enjoyed this class because it offered something new and different. The ballet portion was challenging, but I liked that it was difficult in a way my muscles aren’t used to. Plus, you learn actual dance techniques along the way.

I would recommend this class for people who enjoy Pilates and yoga, but are open to broadening their workouts.

I would also suggest it for dance lovers (although, as I said, there’s no “dancing”) because the technique is something you can appreciate.

Building strength is about more than picking up weights. I work out consistently, but my muscles never fail to feel a twinge of soreness after these GPX classes, and it’s because this is something new to my routine. Muscles have great memories.

Adding in a class like Yoballates to your workout regime strengthens the muscles you may forget to target. Plus, Lynelle is a whole lot of fun.

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Bellevue Club’s Annual Mother & Son Party with Isaac Petersen, the Son of the Reptile Man

Boys and their moms had a fun afternoon at the Bellevue Club with Isaac Petersen, the son of the Reptile Man and manager of the Reptile Zoo in Monroe. The party was jam-packed with activity and information, including a chance to hold a giant snake.

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Upcoming Events Recreation Family Gym Night Friday, July 6 & 27, 5:30-8 p.m.

Family Float-In Movie Night Friday, July 13, 7:30 p.m.

Kids’ Night Out: Hawaiian Luau Friday, July 20, 6-9 p.m. $33/member Summer Camps Weeks 3-7 Begin Monday, July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 Summer 5-on-5 Basketball League Registration Deadline Friday, July 6 Register at bellevueclub.com/ recreation.

Wenatchee River Rafting Saturday, July 14,10 a.m at launch site, $80/member

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Day Trip: Yoga in Nature Sunday, July 15, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., $80

July Birthday Month in Polaris Grill Begins Sunday, July 1

Self-Defense Class Monday, July 16, 7 p.m., $30

Ongoing programs

Lorraine McConaghy Author Talk Tuesday, July 24, 7-8 p.m., $5 Old-World Beer Tasting Wednesday, July 25, 6-8 p.m., $25 FREE! Trivia Night in Cosmos Tuesday, July 31, 7-8:30 p.m.

Aquatics Summer Programs Weeks 3-7 Begin Monday, July 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

For full lists of adult classes and events, pick up the latest copy of the Bellevue Club Connector or visit www.bellevue club.com/fitness/BCconnector.pdf.

Recreation FREE! Round-Robin Squash Thursdays, 6 p.m.

Private/Semi-Private Squash Lessons with Ayub Khan Private Dance Lessons (all ages) Private Basketball Lessons (7+)

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Karate Club (7+) Guitar Lessons (9+) Kids’ Night Out (3-10) Racquetball & Squash Ladders To receive your invite, email recreation@bellevueclub.com.

Summer Session Classes & programs For full information, visit www.bellevueclub.com/youth.

Aquatics FREE! Inflatable Obstacle Course FREE! Water Runner Group Swim Lessons Private Swim Lessons Masters/Adult Fitness Swimming M-F noon-1 p.m.; T/Th 5:45-7 a.m.; F 5:45-7 a.m.; Sa 7-8:30 a.m.

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For information and reservations for any Aquatics program, call 425.688.3223.

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Mixed Doubles Night

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Int./Adv. Vinyasa Yoga

Men’s Night

Hatha/Vinyasa Yoga

Ladies’ Night

Feldenkrais: Finding Flexibility

Junior Tennis Team

Flex in the City Kinesis

Junior USTA Program

Senior Kinesis Senior Conditioning

Fitness See a Group Personal Training or GPX and Conditioning Studio schedule (available at the Athletic Services Desk) for a full list of classes.

Indoor Cycling Cycle Circuit Cardio Step Zumba B.O.S.U. CSI

TRX 101

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Whether straight out of the bottle or as a float with some ice cream, root beer makes a fun treat. Visit the Root Beer Store, near the Redmond Whole Foods, for a variety of choices to take home, or go to Triple XXX Root Beer in Issaquah for floats in a frosted mug.

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Sipable fruit, served ice cold. From mango/banana/orange to strawberry/ raspberry/blueberry and everything in between, smoothies make a great treat. Pick up a favorite at Luna Express on your way out of the Club.

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Sometimes plain water is a bit, well, boring. Try making it a touch fancier with some flavored ice cubes. Try freezing blended water, cucumber, basil and a pinch of salt or some orange juice, lime juice and lime zest.

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A summertime classic. And it gets better this year, because with Splash’s new poolside service, they’ll bring their delicious milkshakes to you while you’re soaking up some sun at the outdoor pool. If that doesn’t say summertime...

Kids today have far more options than the root beer/ banana/lime combo packs of yesteryear (although these are still available!). Look for all-fruit varieties or make your own!

Popsicle kits are available at most home goods stores.

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Or any fruit, really.

Summertime just begs for cold fruit straight from the refrigerator. And with such a variety in season, there is usually something new to try.

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It’s a classic. Every flavor and topping imaginable is available, and the Seattle area is home to lots of hand crafted ice cream— Molly Moon, Bluebird and Full Tilt come to mind. Splash serves up Sunshine Dairy vanilla and Snoqualmie Gourmet Sorbet.

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The classic iced tea/lemonade mix hits the spot when the temps rise. Try some variations this summer, mixing up flavored teas with fresh fruit and lemonade. Maybe rooibos tea with raspberry lemonade and a few fresh raspberries on top?

Selzer water and flavored syrups are the key ingredients for these bubbly concoctions. Add fresh or frozen fruit and fresh herbs for an extra blast of flavor. Try this to get you started—seltzer, frozen raspberries, fresh mint and raspberry flavored syrup, served over ice.

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It isn’t ice cream, but it’s just as good.

Gelato’s popularity means there are a lot of options, including Vovito Caffe & Gelato in Bellevue and Sirena Gelato in Kirkland. With everything from fruit flavors to chocolate, they’ve got your craving covered. Plus, you get to eat it with a tiny little spoon.