Press Release - January, 2011 Have you heard about Nisku Industrial Park’s Best Kept Secret? That’s right, the Nisku Recreation Centre, or as it’s affectionately known around the Park –The Rec Centre.            Who Are We? The Nisku Recreation Centre is a not-for-profit facility operated by the Nisku Parks & Recreation Society and owned by Leduc County. The Rec Centre is utilized by workers in the Nisku Industrial Park and surrounding area.              What Are We?  Fitness Club; Banquet Facility; Meeting & Conference Rooms; Dining Room; Catering; Ball Diamonds; Walking Trails; Plenty of Free Parking; Community Based Hall, Favourite Venue for Weddings & Christmas Parties            Have you had LUNCH with us yet? Breakfast and menu service available from 6:30am – 2:00 pm and we have a new and varied buffet from 11:30 – 1:00 *Monday – Fridays*          Were you aware it’s been scientifically proven that a fit employee is more productive, happier, has better self esteem, and has less sick time?Corporate GYM Sponsorship for your employees is still only $350.00. Call for more information on helping to keep your employees fit. Gym is open Mon-Fri 6:00am – 8:00pm and Saturdays 9:00am – 3:00pm. Closed Sundays and holidays.    Give us 48 hours notice and we’ll CATER that corporate meeting, or evening function for you. Or book a room and we’ll take the worry out of your event. Need training space? Call us.    The Nisku Rec Centre has a new logo -  a new attitude - and is under new management; so why not stop by and chat with Sherrill (General Manager) or Anna (Bookings Manager) to reserve your next  function – we’re looking forward to meeting with you. Currently accepting bookings for 2011& 2012  Weddings and Christmas Parties – Book early to avoid disappointment!        606 – 18 Ave,  Nisku,  AB   T9E 7V8     Ph : (780) 955-7533     Fax: (780) 955-3968       nrcinfo@telus.net                         www.niskureccentre.com

"Fitness Drop-Outs"      Most people understand that with regular exercise comes slow but steady results. Positive results.  Increased stamina. Improved heart function and circulation. Increase in flexibility and decrease in joint pain. Positive moods and less irritability. Better sleeping habits. Weight control. The list is endless.    What a lot of people don’t understand is that statistics have proven that an alarming 50% of first timers to fitness will drop out within the first six months! Everyone that starts a fitness program wants fast results. But very few actually have the drive and commitment and will power to stick with their routines long enough to really benefit from a work out regime.     Why does this happen? It’s simple really – people just plain don’t like to exercise. So what can be done to overcome this phenomenon? Choosing the right course of exercise for you is crucial. If you don’t like it, you won’t stick with it.     Since long term commitment is the secret to fitness success, you must choose exercises that you will enjoy. Don’t get caught up in all the latest fitness crazes. They likely are not for you. And many of these so called Boot Camps don’t take into consideration the age or fitness level of the participants and can cause actual injury to anyone really out of shape.  Here are some tips to help you when first starting out with an exercise program:  1.    Start slow, small and easy. Remember, you will improve and that is the time to challenge yourself, not in the initial stages.  2.    Do NOT overdo things in the beginning. You will be left exhausted and resentful and very likely sore. Slow and steady wins the race.  3.    Convince a buddy or friend or family member to work out with you. Even when you don’t feel like exercising, you will find you encourage and challenge each other. Small triumphs are shared and will lead to bigger and better achievements.  4.    Keep track of your measurements, not your weight. Keep a journal and at the beginning of each week measure your biceps, chest, waist, hips, thighs and calves. Always measure on the same side and at the same point.  5.    For you weight watchers – REMEMBER THAT FAT IS LIGHTER THAN MUSCLES – and in a good exercise program you’ll be adding at least a little weight training. So as you build muscle you may find your weight increasing, but your clothes will start to sag – because you’re loosing inches! Stick to it and you’ll start to see the scale drop down.  6.    Having realistic goals is helpful. Make them small to start, always remembering that staying healthy is our ultimate goal. Don’t sacrifice your health for an extra pound.  7.    Eat healthy. Eat often. 5 small meals will help shed fat faster than 3 big meals.  8.    Smile. You’ll feel better.  9.    And if smiling doesn’t help, then scream, moan, or groan! Just stick to it and keep active.     Adding fitness to a sedentary life style will have many positive outcomes. Work out Smart! Keep at it. Take baby steps. Find a buddy. Celebrate minor triumphs. You’re on the way to a better and healthier you!  Congratulations! Written by: Sherrill Campbell