Clinton Community YMCA

Y Lose It Begins February 1st!

1. This weight-loss competition will run for 5 months, beginning February 1st and ending June 30^th 2013.  Registration begins January 21^st thru January 31^st.  There will be a meeting on January 31^st at 7:00 pm in the Community Room to explain rules and answer any questions you may have.  We will also be recording your weight after the meeting.
2. This competition will be done in teams of 2 but no more than 5 people per team.
3. Participants must be a member of the Clinton Community YMCA.
4. Children ages 10 and up may also participate.  We will be limiting their weigh-ins to once a month throughout the program instead of weekly like the adults.
5. Participants need to weigh-in using the digital scale in the Wellness Room, recording their weight each week.  We will have forms to record your weight/name in the old Aquatics office (across from the water fountain near the front desk).  You will put the forms in a locked mailbox in the Aquatics office.  That information will only be viewed by Bonnie Taylo.
6. Each person will be weighed on the same scale throughout the competition.
7. The registration fee is $25 for adults, $10 for children.
8. Scoring is based on percent (not number) of pounds of body weight lost per individual.  Prizes will be awarded monthly and a grand prize for the male and female who has lost the most total percentage of their body weight.
9. We will have weekly challenges to complete; tickets will be awarded to those who have completed each challenge.  The male/female who has won the most tickets at the end of each month will be awarded a prize.  There will be other ways to earn tickets throughout the contest which will be discussed at the meeting.

Guidelines:

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• Groups of 1 but no more than 5 per team
• Sarah Brown will be measuring and doing body fat % for those interested
• Biggest Losers will receive YMCA $$ to go towards membership/session cards/classes
• Weekly meetings (one during the day and one in the evening) to discuss anything from weight loss to nutrition.  Whatever is on your mind we can discuss; meal plans, challenges, what you would like to get out of this challenge, what you don’t like, share recipes, workout tips
• Everyone will receive a pedometer, we will use this daily in this challenge
• Karlie Larmar, a certified nutritionist, will join us at some meetings
• Pick a fun name for your team
• Weigh ins will be done weekly (preferably the same day & time of each week), body fat can be measured monthly (by appointment or after our meetings).
• Scoring is based on % of pounds lost not weight lost
• % of weight, results of challenges, photos will be posted on the bulletin board
• First and last weights are the only ones that have to be witnessed by Bonnie Taylo
• Kids may have their own teams & they will also have their own challenges
• We will encourage everyone to keep a journal (kids too)
• Receive 5 tickets when you have completed a challenge. A chance to receive extra tickets throughout the month.  If you chose not to do a challenge you will not receive tickets for that challenge.  The male/female at the end of each month will receive prizes
• Meetings and challenges for kids will be held separately and will be held on Friday evenings  
• We will have a Y Lose It facebook page

Personal Training

Meet one-on-one with a personal trainer who will design a fitness program for your specific needs.  Work with someone who will keep your motivation high, while you work toward your goals of a healthier lifestyle.  Be kept up to date on fitness trends and nutritional information.

Must be a Y member

$19.00 per hour or 10 hours for $170.00

Aqua Stretch

Enjoy this new way to dramatically increase your flexibility.  Dynamic stretches in the water result in much greater range of motion in joints.  Aqua Stretch is a one-on-one time where pool work will  be scheduled.  Start enjoying the benefits of Aqua Stretch now!

Must be a Y member

$19.00 per hour or 10 hours for $170.00

Nutrition Counseling

Meet with a dietitian who will evaluate your calorie, fat, protein, and carbohydrate needs and then design an easy to follow eating plan using your food preferences.  The cost of the class will include necessary material (not food).  Call or stop by the     Courtesy Desk to sign up for a one-time appointment or a series of 5 or 10 sessions.      

Fee per 1/2 hour session:

Y member  $20.00

Non Member $40.00

Paramount/Free Weight Orientation

Members are introduced to the Paramount circuit, recumbent bikes, stair steppers, ellipitcal machines, Jacobs Ladder and treadmills.  If requested, they are also introduced to the use of free weights and proper lifting techniques.  Orientations are held by appointment.  Call the Y 217-935-8307 or sign up at the Courtesy Desk and allow 1 hour for orientation.  The orientation is not intended as a personal training session.

Please consult your physician before starting an exercise program.