FitPlan Newsletter
June 2010
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Tai Chi in Hyannis
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Feel energized and empowered with this ancient Chinese martial art. Tai Chi is the internal balance known around the world for its healing of the body, mind and spirit. Achieve flexibility as you learn moves through historical martial applications theory. It is both standing and moving meditation. Instructor Loashur John W. Morash M.Ed. has been training people on Cape Cod and Massachusetts for over 30 years in the martial arts. For more information view the flyer HERE(PDF).
Summer Sports Conditioning
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It's not too late to sign up for the outdoor summer sports conditioning program beginning Monday June 28th. This program is ideal for middle school, high school and college athletes trying to improve their conditioning and reduce their risk of injury. Sessions will focus on balance, coordination, flexibility, speed, endurance and strength. All athletes will be tested using the NSCA’s testing index. All abilities welcome. For more information about the program follow the link HERE(PDF) to our informational flyer.
FitCAMP
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FitCAMP is an outdoor boot camp style workout designed to work all of the fitness components (balance, coordination, flexibility, endurance, speed and strength). This program is designed for all fitness levels. For more details view our flyer HERE(PDF) or ask a FitPlan staff member.
Cape League
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The Cape Cod Baseball League kicked off its 2010 season on Sunday June 13th. Cape Cod Rehab is the official sports medicine provider for the Cotuit Kettleers. Scott Ensell of Cap Cod Rehab will be working as the athletic trainer for the Kettleers this season. The Cape League is an excellent opportunity to enjoy some great baseball close to home!
4th of July
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Cape Cod Rehab will be closed on Sunday July 4th. The FitPlan in Mashpee and Hyannis will be open 8am-5pm on Monday July 5th. There will be no outdoor sports conditioning on Monday July 5th.
Are you Hydrated?
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You’ve probably heard something like drinking 8 glasses of water a day will keep you from getting dehydrated, but proper hydration can be a little more complicated than it sounds. Everyone has different needs, and the amount of water you should drink can be affected by things like your body weight, how active you are (and what type of activity you’re involved in), environment, and rate of perspiration. Additionally, according to the American College of Sports Medicine, diet is a major factor because the concentrations of electrolytes sodium and potassium in our blood control the body’s propensity to store or eliminate excess water.
One sensible recommendation is to drink half as many ounces of water daily as your body weight, in pounds. Following this example, a 180 pound person would drink 90 ounces of water spread throughout the day. It’s important to note that this person would not be properly hydrated if they consumed 45 ounces of water in the morning and 45 again at night, but instead they should spread out their water intake, drinking the most water around the time of exercise.
A good first step towards ensuring you are adequately hydrated throughout the day is to carry a water bottle with you. It’s important to steadily drink water all day, especially before, during, and after exercise, and having a water bottle with you will remind you to do so. Relying on your thirst to guide your fluid intake will not keep you optimally hydrated, so instead of trying to plan and monitor your exact drinking habits; just try to drink more water.
