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Wilson Hope Racquetball Tournament

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Who: Open to all levels of play: Elite-D, men AND women
What: Wilson Hope Racquetball Tournament
Where: Bellingham Athletic Club, Bellingham Washington
When: September 28
Why: To support a good cause, and have fun doing it!

The 2013-2014 Racquetball Season is finally here! Kick off the season by supporting the St. Josephs Cancer Center and participating in the Wilson Hope Tournament. All proceeds will go to the cancer center. This two day tournament is a great way to get back in the swing of things; there will be door prizes, lunch, beverages, and a lot of play!

PeaceHealth Bellingham Traverse

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The PeaceHealth Bellingham Traverse is a multi-sport event celebrating the life cycle of wild salmon and the natural and urban challenges of their journey. Solo, tandem and relay teams challenge themselves and one another on a rugged course that highlights the City of Bellingham’s Parks, Greenways System, bike-friendly roads, and open water opportunities for recreation. Mark your calendar for September 21, 2013!

Watch NWTraverse TV to check out our fun videos.
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2013 40TH Wilson Junior Olympics

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Jake Birnel, Hollie Scott and Nick Birnel represented Bellingham Athletic Club and Washington Racquetball Association this past week at the 2013 40TH Wilson Junior Olympics. Junior players from all across the U.S. competed for coveted Gold medals in over 30 divisions for boy’s and girl’s in singles and doubles at the Oakmoor Racquet and Fitness Club, in Des Moines, IA.

Jake Birnel and Hollie Scott took home a first place medal in Mixed Doubles (16 and under)! Jake also took first in 16 and under singles! Hollie took 2nd in 16 and under singles and 3rd in 14 and under singles! While Nick Birnel took 2nd in Boys Doubles (12 and under), 4th in 12 and under single and took 1st in Mixed Doubles (12 and under)! For more results, press here.

BAC Hosts Bellingham Slam

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Bellingham Athletic Club is hosting Saturday’s Bellingham Slam Basketball game against the Salem Sabres. Tickets are free at the front desk at either location. Great fun for the whole family!

Where: Whatcom Pavillion @ Whatcom Community College
When: Saturday June 29th, 7:00pm
What: Basketball and Fun

10 Helpful Habits to Maintain a Healthy Weight

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  1. Evaluate your eating habits. Are you eating late at night, nibbling while cooking, finishing the kids’ meals? Take a look around, and it will be easy to identify a few behaviors you can change that will add up to big calorie savings.
  2. If you plan, plan to fail. You need a strategy for your meals and snacks. Pack healthful snacks for the times of day that you know you are typically hungry and can easily stray from your eating plan.
  3. Always shop with a full belly. It’s a recipe for disaster to go into the grocery store when you are hungry. Shop from a prepared list so impulse buying is kept to a minimum. Easting right starts with stocking healthy food in your pantry and refrigerator.
  4. Eat regular meals. Figure out the frequency of your meals that works best in your life and stick to it. Make a one-week menu in advance – buy the appropriate groceries – and simplify your life.
  5. Eat your food sitting down at a table, from a plate. Food eaten out of packages and while standing is forgettable. You can wind up eating lots more than if you sit down and consciously enjoy every bite.
  6. Serve food onto individual plates, and leave extras back at stove. Bowls of food on the table beg to be eaten, and it takes incredible will power not to dig in for seconds. Remember, it takes about 20 minutes for your mind to get the signal from your belly that you are full.
  7. Eat slowly, chew every bite, and savor the taste of the food. Try resting your fork between bites and drinking plenty of water with your meals.
  8. Don’t eat after dinner. This is where lots of people pack on the extra pounds. If you are hungry, try satisfying your urge with a non-caloric beverage or a piece of fruit. Brushing your teeth after dinner helps reduce the temptation to eat again.
  9. If you snack during the day, treat the snack like a mini-meal. The most nutritious snacks contain complex carbohydrates and a small amount of protein and fat.
  10. Start your day with breakfast! It is the most important meal of the day. After a long night’s rest, your body needs the fuel to get your metabolism going and give you the energy for the rest of your day.

Teen Connection

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BAC is once again offering our summer program “Teen Connection.” This is the 5th summer we’ve opened up the club to teens between the ages of 14 and 19 to work out for free! We want to encourage our youth to experience the joy of movement, and
help guide them through the process of physical change and growth to promote a healthy relationship with their bodies. If you happen to notice some new teens using the club during our quieter hours – be sure to encourage them, and help us set a good example to motivate them to continue to want to exercise as they grow up.
Ages: 14-19 years
When: June 17th — August 16th, 2013
Time: 11:00am – 4:30pm
Where: BAC Cordata

Kids Karate Camp!

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6 WEEKS OF FUN!

When: Mon/Wed
Dates: June 24th – July 31st
Time: 9:45 – 10:30am
Cost: Members – $120; Non Member – $140

*All equipment will be provided. No Uniform needed

Pool Safety

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Summertime is getting closer and many of us are getting ready for some much-needed time outside and around the water. Don’t forget the best way to prevent an accident is to be prepared! Here are a few safety tips to keep in mind while you and your family are having fun in the sun.

  • Never use inflatable arm floaties as a safety or life-saving device!!! They are very likely to slip off while the child is swimming, and also put children in the wrong position to learn how to swim properly.
  • Never turn your back on your children while they are in the water, even for a few seconds. That is all it takes for an accident to occur! Stay alert, and if you need a break from the pool or the sun, then your child
  • probably does as well.
  • Make sure to properly fit lifejackets for your children. (An easy test is to pull the shoulders up towards the ears once it is on your child. If it goes up over their ears, it is too big.)
  • Very small children (under 2 yrs old) should wear lifejackets that have a head support, so they will be forced to roll to their back when in the water.

Yo-Yo No More

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Yo-Yo No More: Weight Loss Wisdom
Slim down for summer – Start June 6th!

Join motivational coach Cindy Brooks and registered dietitian Sonja Max for a 5-week class on weight loss AND optimal health.

 

Expect to:

  • Lose weight and keep it off
  • Never feel hungry
  • Put an end to yo-yo dieting
  • Re-energize your life
  • Reduce your risk of diabetes, heart disease and cancer
  • Experience how satisfying whole, healthy foods can be!

The class meets five times, Thursday nights from 7:00-8:30PM at BAC Downtown. The next class starts June 6th, 2013. Class dates are 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, 7/3.
Please contact Cindy Brooks 360-671-3199 for questions.
Register at BAC front desk.
What do you have to lose? Sign up today!
Cost: $49.00