Do the years have to mean extra pounds?

I recently took a hard look at my reflection, and while I know I am generally healthy and pretty lean, there are now some bumps and bulges and about 5lbs that didn't use to be there. Oh, it's been a slow creep, but none the less, I have not addressed it until now. And I figured I needed some help.

So, I turned (who else!) to our excellent personal trainers here at the Club. Even though I've talked about personal training to many people for years, I have not used it for a verrrrry long time. I decided that I really only wanted help with my strength training program because I have a good handle on cardio training through my cycling and racing for the Fanatik Bike Co. team. I have committed to train twice per week for 6 weeks - although I may shorten the time and add in some training with Susan Guttzeit, personal trainer specializing in Active Isolated Stretching.

This was week one. I started on Tuesday with Ginny Spooner, our Fitness Director and Trainer here at the Club. P.T. Intern Lauren accompanied the first session as she is learning how we conduct our training here at the Club. The first session was spent reviewing my health history, talking about my goals and what I wanted to work on, doing a postural and fitness assessment, and a few exercises. It wasn't a tough session, it was more about learning what my strengths and weaknesses are.

Today Ginny and I got down to it! The exercises that she showed me were different than anything I had ever thought of before and were actually FUN! We worked with bands, dumbbells, and our functional trainer doing a variety of specific muscle group moves plus some really great combination moves that incorporated strength, core, and balance. Whew! I followed up the session with 20 minutes on the elliptical burning an additional 220 calories.....Now that feels great!

Next week I meet with Ginny on Tuesday and Evan on Thursday.......
Robin Robertson

Becca Friday & Sophie Curl to run in Junior Nationals

OK, I know this isn't about tennis or something at our club, but I am just so proud of two fantastic young women who are competing in 800m at the USA Junior Outdoor Track & Field Championships this weekend (June 25-28) in Eugene, Oregon. It will show on ESPN on Saturday and the prelim races are scheduled to begin at 2:20pm. They are facing probably the toughest competition they have ever had.

As many of you know, Sophie Curl is Betty's daughter. For those of you who don't know, Betty (one of our Customer Service Reps) pretty much runs the Club and is our unofficial social director, making sure you know someone from the moment you walk in our door.

Becca Friday is my daughter's best friend since second grade and our families are very close. Becca has faced many personal challenges this last year and is simply an amazing gal.

I've known both girls since they were very small. It is a wonder to me to watch them, my own kids, and all their great friends grow up to be such splendid young adults. Sophie & Becca graduated from high school this year; Sophie from Squalicum and Becca from Bellingham High School. Sophie is headed off to University of San Francisco and Becca to the University of Oregon where their running programs are eager to have them. Lucky they are! Good luck to both girls in this weekend's event. ~ Robin Robertson

Free Tennis Clinic Fun!

Everyone enjoyed our FREE Kids Tennis Clinic held on Saturday 6/20. We had so much fun that we are offering another FREE tennis clinic on 8/29 for kids ages 6-16 and beginner and intermediate level adults. Information and registration will open in the beginning of August for this next free clinic!

Junior News

Junior Team Tennis on June 20th & 21st was a great success! I want to thank all of the BTC kids and parents for helping out. Special Kudo’s for parent captains Janet Clawson & Ford Martin. Without these parents these events would not happen. We had 5 teams of 3 boys and 3 girls compete all weekend long with noticeable improvement in play and tennis knowledge in all. I want to Thank our own TJ Tipton and USTA’s Mark Toppe for a great effort before and during the event. We look forward to keeping the momentum going!

Club Scub: Feelin' Clean!

We had a hard working two days while the Club was closed for our annual maintenance. We scrubbed, trimmed, dusted, tidied, and are feeling mighty clean! We hope you will enjoy the washed courts, cleaned carpets, touched up paint, and general renewal of the Club. Thanks for your patience during our closure, and welome back!

Ultimate Body Makeover Challenge Success!

Our Challenge Winners Lana & Gwen

We had a terrific 6-weeks of our Ultimate Body Makeover Challenge where participants paced themselves to shape up! The Challenge began with a kick-off party where participants had the chance to win prizes - with the grand prize of a Bio-feedback Session with Templeton Health. Once the program began, each participant was provided with weigh-ins and measurments along with a comprehensive "how to make a change" manual. WOW....did we ever see results! Of the 22 people who started the program, 12 came in for the final weigh-ins and lost a total of 97 pounds and 8 feet of girth! For those who weren't able to attend the final weigh and measure, don't worry, we know you are making progress!

It being a challenge, of course there were winners! Winners were determined based on the number of inches and pounds lost. Check out our "Biggest Losers"...

1st place (overall) women: Gwen - received a New outfit from 4 Starrs Boutique, new hairstyle from Hair by Wendy, and $50 Gift Certificate to the Club.

1st place men: Jal - received a new hairstyle from Hair by Wendy and $50 Gift Certificate to the Club

2nd place (overall): Lana - received a Zazen Spa "Message in a Bottle" gift package including a manicure, pedicure, massage, and lunch!

3rd place (overall): Linda - received a complimentary chiropractic session from Back in Motion

4th place (overall): Fran - received a complimentary massage or stretching session with Susan Guttzeit, LMP

Everyone who attended our final party got to spin the wheel for prizes receiving gifts such as socks, Lifestyle Journal, 30-minute Personal Training, and of course Tic Tacs!

Thanks to our supporting sponsors for making this challenge really fun!
4 Starrs Boutique
Hair by Wendy
Zazen Spa
Back in Motion
Susan Guttzeit, LMP
Templeton Health

Anniversary Party & Member Appreciation a SMASH!

Thanks to everyone who attended our Anniversary Party and Member Appreciation Night on May 27th to celebrate 9 years of ownership by Doug & Robin Robertson and 36 years for the Club! With about 80 Members here, Matthew Iwersen had a good time arranging the round robin tennis event for many to enjoy. Ginny Spooner gave away lots of prizes Members spun the wheel to win - Tic tacs, gift certificates, socks, water bottles and some big prizes too. Scott Young finished up his cycling class in time to join the fun. Good food, great company, and a lovely evening. Thank you all!