August 2015
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Check out this months edition for the latest news and info from around the club!
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We’re asking you to tell us what makes you exercise. Search for the hashtag on social media today!
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Sunday 26th July, 2015 Sawbridgeworth, Herts
Fundraising for Isabel Hospice, this was an event with a difference. Despite the rain, the Odyssey Team were not discouraged! Runners started off dressed in white, and at every kilometre marker, they were showered with a different coloured powder paint so we all ended the route multi-coloured! Watch this space for upcoming fitness fun an adventures with the Odyssey Team.
Well Done!
...and thank you to all our fantastic members for your support with raising nearly ÂŁ400. To donate to Isabel Hospice, visit... isabelhospice.org.uk
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FREE UNTIL
SEPTEMBER
Membership Offer This month, we are offing you the whole of August for FREE when you join Odyssey! Make sure you receive the maximum value from this offer by joining early - call us today and arrange a visit or simply activate your membership over the phone. Facilties include our beautiful 25m pool, full TechnoGym Gymnasium, brand new Artis range of strength equipment, Vario equipment, Viprs, Kettlebells & TRX, a Functional Rig, Spin Studio with Star Trac Blades, 4 floodlit tennis courts, 2 squash courts, Sauna & steam room AND and extensive range of studio classes - what more could you need?!
Power Plate Power Plate is precisely engineered to apply the science behind the body’s natural response to destabilization. The Power Plate platform uses a consistent, safe and controlled level of vibration that moves in three directions (up and down, front and back, and side to side).
From rejuvenation and anti-aging treatments to rehabilitation and therapeutic massage, Power Plate provides exceptional results. Whether you want to look better, feel better, or play better, Power Plate is the solution. This months offer gives you incredible value for money...
enjoy 10 sessions
for just ÂŁ45
Valid until 31st August 2015
Odyssey Strongman Competition 20th September
Dates for your Diaries
This competition is open to both male and females who want to test thier strength in a series of both endurance and strength challenges, split into different weight categories. Free for all to enter!
Bootcamp 18th October This FREE bootcamp is going to be huge! 90 minutes long with 3 x 30 minute sessions taken by different instructors back to back, this is going to be the event of the year. Think you can handle it? Register at main reception today!
More info to follow in next months Odyssey Mail...
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Personal Pilates One to One Pilates course including full postural analysis. These three 30 minute sessions will help you master the key moves.
ÂŁ99
Pilates aims to strengthen the body in an even way, with particular emphasis on core strength to improve general fitness and wellbeing.
“I started to do Pilates after having a baby and it helped strengthen my core to pre-natal strength.� - Stacey, Fitness Coach
Regular pilates practise can help improve posture, muscle tone, balance and joint mobility, as well as relieve stress and tension. For all levels of fitness, pilates can complement gym training by developing whole body strength and flexibility, and help reduce the risk of injury. This course is suitable for all levels and can be used for all exercise goals. Also suitable for Pre and Post natal
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Osteopathy: A WHOLE BODY APPROACH Bradley Crichton
Osteopaths spend four
to five years training to understand the relationship between the body’s organs, joints and muscles and are experienced in treating disorders of the musculoskeletal structures throughout the whole body. Osteopathy is a person centred approach that strives to provide the optimum conditions for health by working with your body’s own healing mechanisms to achieve results. Osteopaths see people of all ages, including pregnant women and elite athletes. The health risks associated with having osteopathic treatment are extremely low, if you have any concerns about the safety of your treatment your osteopath will be happy to discuss these with you. THE ASSESSMENT Musculoskeletal problems are common and often painful and debilitating. It is natural to worry about your symptoms, and your osteopath will always discuss your concerns as part of a routine examination and will discuss your treatment options with you.
At the start of your first session, your osteopath will take time to listen to you and ask questions about your symptoms, diet, general health, activities and lifestyle. This will help them to make an accurate diagnosis and suggest appropriate treatment(s) that you can consider. They will then examine the area(s) of your body causing discomfort, which might include tests such as taking your blood pressure or testing your reflexes. Sometimes the cause of the problem may be in a different area to the pain, so they may examine your whole body. Your osteopath will feel for changes in your muscles and joints and examine these areas to identify problems. They may also assess your posture and the way you move. Most osteopaths will begin your treatment at your first appointment, but sometimes they may suggest that you seek further tests first, for example blood tests or scans. Occasionally they may suggest that you consult your GP or another appropriate healthcare professional if osteopathy is not suitable for you.
YOUR TREATMENT Osteopaths use a wide range of gentle hands on techniques. Treatment varies between patients depending on your age, fitness and diagnosis, but often focuses on releasing tension, stretching muscles and mobilising joints. Before you receive treatment your osteopath and you will jointly decide an appropriate and suitable treatment plan. Occasionally osteopathic techniques can result in an audible ‘click’, this is perfectly normal. Research evidence shows that these manipulations can have beneficial effects, especially in the back, helping you to return to normal activity.
Here at Odyssey we have our very own in-house Osteopath, Bradley Crichton. If you have any questions relating to osteopathy, feel free to get in touch with Bradley directly: 07977 591273 bradley@theclinicodyssey.com
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Bring a
friend, achieve your
results
Accountability
Healthy competition
Perhaps the best aspect of training with someone is that your partner provides instant accountability. We’ve all been in a situation where we know we need to work out, but one of a number of excuses has got the better of us and we’ve skipped the gym. Making plans with a training partner makes it much harder to cancel a workout as you know you’ll be messing up their plans too. Imagine all the extra progress you would have made just over the course of the past 12 months if you’d never missed a workout!
We humans tend to work harder and perform better in competitive situations. Training with a partner can unlock your competitive drive no matter how chilled out you usually are. There’s nothing like a training partner looking great or making serious progress in the gym to fire up your desire to do better.
Outside perspective It’s not uncommon for people to be overly critical on themselves when looking at workout progression (or when looking at their physiques in the mirror). You may just be your own worst critic. A good training partner will always be able to look at your concerns through fresh eyes and give a healthy second opinion.
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Celebrate successes together One of the greatest parts of having a good training partner is the ability to share each other’s successes. Setting training goals and edging closer and closer to their attainment alongside someone else is very motivating. It’s also a great idea to plan rewards together. An Odyssey training duo book a weekend trip away to let thier hair down each time they finish a 6-8 week training phase. It helps to balance all the hard work with a worthy reward.
There are LOADS of reasons why training with a friend can help you achieve the goals you want, and here are a few of them...
Pump - Tuesday 9:30am Pump is a great fat-burning workout which will tone and strengthen every major muscle group in your body. This is a non-impact workout using a weighted bar accompanied by great music. Suitable for all fitness levels.
“Surround yourself with fitness-minded people. Positivity can be contagious!”
Insanity - Thursday 9:30am A high intensity interval training class designed to push you to your limits, using zero kit apart from your own body! Open to everyone, all abilities and fitness levels welcome.
Spinning - Sunday 9:30am A spin workout is for absolutely anyone who wants to have fun and get fit. It’s a super aerobic workout on a studio cycle that takes your fitness to the next level. No co-ordination required.
Each month, we are offering you the chance to bring a friend for FREE to one our fantastic classes! To book your buddy in, call the membership team today and quote: Bring-a-Buddy! All of our classes are included in your membership here at Odyssey Health Club! You can book online, over the phone or in person next time you visit. If you’d like any more info on our studio timetable, please do get in touch today.
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Macronutrients Protein
Carbohydrates
WHAT ARE MACRONUTRIENTS? Macronutrients are nutrients that provide calories or energy. Nutrients are substances needed for growth, metabolism, and for other body functions. Since “macro” means large, macronutrients are nutrients needed in large amounts. There are three macronutrients: Carbohydrate Protein Fat WHY DO WE NEED CARBOHYDRATES? Carbohydrates are the macronutrient that we need in the largest amounts. According to
research, 45% - 65% of calories should come from carbohydrate. We need this amount of carbohydrate because they are the body’s main source of fuel. WHY DO WE NEED PROTEIN? Around 10% - 35% of calories should come from protein. Most people get plenty of protein, and easily meet this need by consuming a balanced diet. We need protein for growth (especially important for children, teens, and pregnant women), tissue repair, Immune function.
weight gain, some fat is essential for survival. Around 20% - 35% of calories should come from fat. We need this amount of fat for normal growth and development, energy (fat is the most concentrated source of energy), absorbing certain vitamins (like vitamins A, D, E, K, and carotenoids) and maintaining cell membranes. A NOTE ON MICRONUTRIENTS
WHY DO WE NEED FAT?
Although macronutrients are very important they are not the only things that we need for survival. Our bodies also need water (6-8 glasses a day) and micronutrients.
Although fats have received a bad reputation for causing
Keep an eye out for upcoming seminars on these topics!
Free Seminar
Wednesday 26th August 7:00pm Call us today to book your place at our FREE seminar where we will give you all you need know to help understand what Macronutrients are and how they can benefit you, non-members welcome!
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Fats
Don’t forget, as a member you can have a full nutritional and lifestyle review all included in as part of your Membership Journey. Speak to a fitness coach or book in at main reception today!
“Great abs are made in the kitchen...”
- 12 small group exercise sessions, conducted three times per week for the four week course - Specific Nutrition Plan
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one time only
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CIAL OFFER
Team Dynamix is a four week weight loss programme comprising:
We will teach you how certain foods trigger hormonal responses in the key systems that make it impossible for your body to give up your unwanted body fat. It is based upon real food, not supplement shakes and will educate you on how to eat in order to keep the weight off once you have lost it.
The results speak for themselves, on average our clients lose between 5 – 7 Kg (10 – 14 lbs) in four weeks. The greatest weight loss we have seen is a massive 11kg (25lbs).
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What is it?
The Nutrition
Does it work?
AL OFFER ECI SP
The taster session for the course is on Wednesday 2nd September at 7.30pm with the course starting the following Monday 7th September at 7.30pm. Spaces are limited so if you want to learn how to get the weight off and keep it off join us for this revolutionary programme.
The concept behind Team Dynamix is about eliminating certain food types, eating the right balance of the food groups and moving the cells of the body from an acidic state to a more alkaline state. We do this for a number of reasons, but the key one is that this is the best and the healthiest way to lose weight.
burn that is essential to any weight loss programme. You will be combining resistance work with high intensity cardiovascular work – this is known as metabolic conditioning.
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If you’re serious about losing weight before the end of summer then contact us about the September course of Team Dynamix Weight Loss.
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Team Dynamix New Course Starts 7th September
You will train at the correct intensity with enough frequency to create the metabolic after-
- Health Education - Course book to reinforce the education and for participants to record measurements and food diary
Call us today and claim your discounted course!
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Join uS FOR the...
Super Starlight Walk
Saturday 19th September 2015
CHAUNCY SCHOOL, WARE SG12 0DP
8.30pm Start ~ 10km Route www.isabelhospice.org.uk Registered Charity No. 1046826
GELeration
GELeration offers the pampering experience of a traditional manicure or pedicure, with a flawless finish that lasts up to three weeks.
Phenomen Oil
Promote healthy nails and cuticles with this intensely conditioning cuticle oil. Contains natural jojoba, almond and rice oils to heal and rehydrate.
Fingernails in Divine Miss
Focus
Phenom Vivid Colour
Creme finish. Fast-drying formula that provides a gel-like shine without the need for a UV or LED lamp. Phenom allows you to quickly create a super glossy manicure at home with ease. Phenom Vivid Colour is exclusively developed to be used with Phenom Finale Shine Top Coat for a mirror-shine manicure that lasts up to 10 days.
Restoration
Bring post-acrylic or damaged nails back to life with this with this regenerative formula. Contains healing Echinacea to rebuild nails from foundation to surface.
See our website for all treatments and monthly promotions
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Beautiful Geleration Colours, Bellini Baby, New Kid in Town & Frost Silver Glitter
Absolute Face Base For exceptional coverage with a feather-light feel, our Absolute Face Base brings you refined radiance from dusk ‘til dawn. With natural Pomegranate Complex to actively lock in moisture, Gotu Kola extract to help cell renewal and SPF 30 to protect, your skin will not only look flawlessly fresh, but feel perfectly hydrated too. £26.50
Full Colour
This month we focus on the fabulous foundation range from Mii Cosmetics.
Flawless Face Base Enhance your natural beauty with Mii’s high-tech and utterly adaptable foundation. As light as a feather, it can be layered for a weightless, perfectly refined finish. Light-diffusing particles cover imperfections to give your skin an air-brushed yet natural look all day long - a photoshoot favourite. Suitable for all skin types. £19.95
Skin Loving BB Cream
Illuminating Face Base Mii’s irresistibly light, quick as a flash, colourmatching foundation gives a sheer, dewy sheen for youthfully glowing skin in seconds. The intelligent formula fills in lines and smoothes for a wonderfully well-rested and relaxed complexion. £25.50
A five-in-one multi miracle, our Beauty Balm Foundation contains everything your skin needs to look naturally radiant and feel beautifully rejuvenated all day long. Amino-rich soy extracts help to actively combat the signs of ageing, SPF 45 protects, our built in primer smoothes, light diffusing particles cover imperfections, all while moisturising and nourishing for a gorgeous glow.
£25
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Spray Tan only ÂŁ20 during August
THE uniquE fusion of ACTiVEs, TouCH & TECHnoLoGY EXTRAORDINARY RESULTS AfTER jUST ONE TREATmENT
TripLE-TEC AnTi-WrinkLE fACiAL
increases skin firmness and elasticity by up to
100%
95%
of subjects felt they would postpone surgery or Botox in favour of a course of facial treatments* * independant Clinical Trials 2014
Odyssey Spa Ritual Our most popular offer is back. Enjoy Elemis’ Advanced Booster Facial and Deep Tissue Back Massage, plus leave with a Free Elemis gift £60
Free Elemis Gift
Couples Massage
Candles, essential oils and soft music are the perfect frame on this couples’ massage. Romance is the main ingredient in this unique experience embellished by the slow rhythm and long movements of expert hands embellishing the moment with chocolate, strawberries and prosecco.
£85
To book call The Spa on: 01438 313320
INSTANTLY ILLUMINATE, BRIGHTEN AND REFRESH TIRED EYES