Community Fitness Center Newsletter | Winter 2019

NEWS COMMUNITY FITNESS CENTER

WINTER 2019

Welcome to the Community Fitness Center Newsletter! We hope this holiday season has you spending extra time with your family and friends.

Staff Spotlight: Laura Lazicki

Updates & News

I started working at the Palatine Park District Fitness Center on April 1, 2019

• On December 14, the Community Fitness Center will be hosting its annual Open House from 9:00am-12:00pm. Stop by for membership and personal training specials, giveaways, and health screenings.

• Beginning December 14, Community Fitness Center members will have the option to pay for their memberships on a monthly basis. This new membership option will allow flexibility for those who do not utilize the fitness center year around.

• On January 1, membership rates will have a new look to them.

Be sure to sign up before the end of the year to secure our current rates!

If you have ideas on what you would like to see included in this newsletter, please contact Delaney Blauw, Assistant Facilities Manager, at dblauw@palatineparks.org or 847.496.6265.

New Membership Fees starting Janurary 1

MONTHLY

ANNUAL

Individual Adult

$15R/$19NR

$160R/$200NR

Additional Family Member* (per person)

$13R/$16NR

$136R/$170NR

$14R/$17NR

$144R/$180NR

$14R/$17NR

$144R/$180NR

Youth (14-18)

SAVE MONEY!

Pay Annually

Senior (62 +)

Membership Initiation Fees

Short Term Option

$25 per Household *Additional family members must reside in the same household. Lowest Rate will apply. New members only.

Daily Fee: $7 10-Visit Punch Pass: $60R/$70NR/$50Youth

How long have you worked for Palatine Park District?

What do you enjoy most about working at the Park District?

I love that it's like a family,I love hearing the other members talk about their lives and how genuinely people care about each other.

What do you want members to know about the Fitness Center?

It is the BEST deal around in terms of price. The Fitness Center Staff is awesome, the personal trainers are great and everything is super clean and that we do listen to member suggestions.

Do you have a favorite holiday tradition?

When my two girls were younger,we would head to Lincoln Park Zoo for the Holiday Lights. We always froze,but there was always something very peaceful about it. I love white holidays lights on outdoor trees,especially after a snowfall when everything is super quiet outside.

Interesting fun fact?

I once rode my bicycle with 1,500 other people from Minneapolis to Chicago. It was 750 miles and we slept in tents every night. We traveled like a moving cityand it was an experience I will never forget.

Did you know?

A Facility of Palatine Park District palatineparks.org • 847.496.6275

As a member, you have access to TRX straps and resistance bands. Ask an attendant to get one for you during your next workout!

PERSONAL TRAINER TIP OF THE MONTH! ALISON SHARIATZADEH ACE certified Personal Trainer, ACE certified Group Exercise Instructor, ACE certified Health Coach Specialty Certifications: HMHB, TRX. Piyo, Turbo KIck, Country Heat and Tranform

12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS WORKOUT PLANK FOR 30 SECONDS BURPEES JUMP TUCKS PUSH UPS SQUATS BUTT KICKS

Member Spotlight: Steve Erdmann How long have you been a member of the Community Fitness Center?

My wife and I have been members for about 20 years, since the days when the entire fitness center was housed in what is now the stretching room.

What do you enjoy most about Community Fitness Center?

The location, the value, the equipment, and most of all, the people!

What is your favorite workout to do?

TRICEP DIPS

I like to do strength training, along with some cardio and also swimming at the Harper pool. Keeps me in shape for the other sports I enjoy such as pickleball, golf, and skiing.

SIDE LUNGES

What brought you to the Palatine area?

CRUNCHES HIGH KNEES CALF RAISES ALTERNATING LUNGES

I grew up in Minnesota (go Vikings!), spent 11 years in the Air Force, mostly flying fighter jets in Europe, and moved to Palatine with my airline job.

Do you have a favorite holiday tradition?

Our traditions center on faith, family, friends, and food.

Favorites would include the candlelight service on Christmas Eve, travelling to see family, and the Christkindlmarket in downtown Chicago.

Have a member you think should be spotlighted? Email Delaney at dblauw@palatineparks.org

FUN RECIPES INSTRUCTIONS 1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Whisk egg in a small bowl and set aside.

2. Gently tear apart the crescent dough so that 4 crescent rolls form a square. Press the perforations together so they don't tear apart and form one square of dough.

3. Lay the dough out on a sheet of parchment paper. Put about 1/4 cup of cranberry sauce in the middle of the dough. Place the brie round on top of the cranberry sauce. Top the brie with more cranberries.

4. Tear apart a rectangle of 2 crescent rolls and lay them over on top of the cranberries on top of the brie. Fold the rest of the dough up and around the brie so it is encased in the dough.

5. Brush the tops and sides of the dough with the egg.

CRANBERRY AND BRIE BAKED CHEESE APPETIZER RECIPE • 1 can Pillsbury Crescent Rolls

• About a 1/4 cup of cranberry sauce • 1 round Brie cheese • 1 egg

6. Place the parchment paper and brie on a baking sheet.

Bake for at least 30 minutes, watching closely to make sure that the dough cooks through but doesn't burn. It should be a nice dark brown once done.

7. Allow the brie to cool for 15 minutes before serving.

Source: https://growingupgabel.com/brie-baked-cheese-appetizer/

5-INGREDIENT HEALTHY CHOCOLATE PEPPERMINT TRUFFLES • 12 chocolate graham cracker sheets • 6 ounces low fat cream cheese • 2 tsp pure peppermint extract • 1 tsp coconut oil • 1 cup semi-sweet dark chocolate chips

INSTRUCTIONS 1. Line a baking sheet with parchment, wax paper or foil and set aside.

2. In a food processor, process chocolate graham crackers until fine crumbs remain. In a separate bowl, soften cream cheese in microwave for 15-20 seconds. Add peppermint extract to cream cheese and mix to combine.

3. Add cream cheese and peppermint mixture to food processor with processed graham crackers. Process until doughy mixture forms.

4. Using a cookie scoop, form dough into balls and place on lined sheet pan. Place in the refrigerator for 5 minutes.

5. While the truffles are in the refrigerator, microwave chocolate chips and coconut oil in a small microwavable bowl. Microwave chocolate on high for 30 seconds, mix then again for another 30 seconds until it becomes a chocolate sauce.

6. Remove truffles from refrigerator and dip in chocolate sauce. Place back on lined baking sheet and sprinkle with desired toppings.

Source: https://www.mealswithmaggie.com/5-ingredient-healthychocolate-peppermint-truffles/?utm_medium=social&utm_ source=pinterest&utm_campaign=tailwind_tribes&utm_content=tribes&utm_ term=521468706_18906472_22361

Community Fitness Center 250 E. Wood Street • Palatine, IL 60067 (inside Community Center) 847.496.6275 • palatineparks.org

JINGLE BELL ZUMBA

Dress in your best Christmas attire for this special Jingle Bell Zumba party session on Wednesday, December 18 at Birchwood Recreation Center.

Age: 14+ years Location: Birchwood Fitness Room Instructor: Del Crawford Min/Max: 10/85 Prog# Day Date 322160-15 W 12/18

Time R/NR 7:00pm-9:00pm $8/$10

TRI YOUR LUCK Triathlon Indoor Triathlon Event March 8, 7:00am-10:00am | $35 per person Program #: 240200-01 Don't miss this special indoor triathlon event! Participants are invited to "Tri" their luck with this new event. Whether this is your first attempt at a triathlon or just your first race of the season, all athletes of all levels will enjoy this new competition!

The three activities include a 10 minute swim in the indoor pool, 20 minutes of riding on a stationary spin bike and a 15 minute run on the indoor track.Limited to 48 participants.

All participants will receive a medal, goody bag, and refreshments.

COMMUNITY CENTER HOURS Monday–Friday 6:00am–10:00pm Saturday 7:00am–5:00pm Sunday

7:00am–3:00pm

Closed: December 25, January 1 Closes at Noon: December 24, 31

AMENITIES/EQUIPMENT

• Cardio and Strength Equipment

FITNESS CENTER OPEN HOUSE Saturday, December 14 9:00am‑12:00pm Membership and personal training specials, giveaways, refreshments, and health screenings.

Community Fitness Center 250 E. Wood Street, 847.496.6275

• Free Weights (5-75)Ibs • Designated Stretching Area • Balance and Resistance Equipment • 12-lap mile Indoor Track • 4-lap Mile Outdoor Track • Open Gym Turf at Birchwood Recreation Center, Community Center, and Falcon Park Recreation Center • Locker Rooms with Showers • Flexible Membership Options

Delaney Blauw Assistant Facilities Manager Email: dblauw@palatineparks.org Phone: 847.496.6265