BTU Fitness and Wellness

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We've been getting back into the groove of normality and have started offering classes again. Reserve your spot sooner rather than later. Thank you again for your continued support.

BTU September Newsletter

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All Levels Yoga in Nature

Happy Sunday! Hope you're all enjoying the weekend.
Here's a free yoga practice to help you start off the new week in a space of centered clarity.
Dana is also now taking house-call appointments for massage therapy if you're in need of some extra TLC. Message her at Embodied Mind to schedule!
https://youtu.be/7kNuq8YpNJ4

Unite body, mind, and heart through this simple practice of mindful movement, breathwork (pranayam), and meditation. Featuring music from yours truly. We beg...

Music for Yoga & Meditation

A little music from Dana Ripley to accompany your home yoga practices. :)
She is now accepting house call appointments for private yoga classes, massage therapy, and sound healing/meditation sessions for anyone in need of some TLC. Reach out to her directly through Embodied Mind if you'd like to set up a session!
If you're still hesitant to meet and work in person, online yoga sessions are available as well.
Hope you all are staying safe and healthy out there!

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Follow the breath into the body, and into this present moment. Open your ears and allow all sounds to bring you deeper into your cellular experience. Trust y...

Pranayam & Mantra Meditation for a Healthy Core

There are many things outside of our control, but one thing we CAN control is the breath.
By changing the way we breathe, we open the door for changes in the mind and body to occur as well.
Explore this dynamic for yourself with Dana in this introductory breathwork practice. :)
https://youtu.be/taSckwvvHDI

Ignite your inner flame with Kapalabhati breath (breath of fire) while bringing balance to the solar and lunar energies of body and mind with Nadi Shodhana (...

BTU Reopening

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[04/23/20]   Making some great improvements to the gym! Does anyone have one or two Moving Dollies we can borrow to move some heavy equipment?

[04/21/20]   Perservere Alamosa! Let's practice our social distancing while opening our lungs outside while the weather is beautiful. Go for a a jog or long walk? What are you doing?

We are offering Equipment Rentals starting today during this time of isolation. Reservations are filling up quickly and there is a limited supply. Please text/call 719-888-9288 to reserve your equipment. Deposit by credit card required for reservation.

[03/23/20]   Join us for a quick HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) class to get your body moving and your day started.

Make sure to click "Attending" if you're interested. Thanks!

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Please call 719-888-9288 or email [email protected]

BTU March Newsletter - https://mailchi.mp/203b7372f661/btu-march-newsletter

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We have some updates to operations at BTU. Please be sure to check out our website often for new updates coming. Thank and stay healthy!

Stressed? Tired? Nervous? Try a micro meditation. These will help you feel more in control, allow your heart rate to slow and come back to the present moment. You can do these anytime & anywhere!

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Have you met our furry friends? These two are staples at the gym. On the left is Owa (pronounced like Iowa without the I), Brittany's puppy. On the right is Bogey, Donovan's dog. These two take their role of announcing your arrival at the gym very seriously, which includes a lot of barking. However, they are both friendly and will love your forever if you give them a treat when you leave. #puppylove

Did you know we have bungee classes? If you have ever wondered what it feels like to fly, this is probably the workout for you!

Check Vagaro for the schedule!

#bungeefitness #alamosa

#funfactfriday It takes 200 muscles to take a single step forward! Who knew?!

REWIND Gold is an all-encompassing mind-body yoga program carefully designed for the particular needs seniors. REWIND Gold incorporates specific yoga poses and adaptations, breathing practices and mindfulness techniques. Research has shown that these techniques help improve functional fitness and balance, reduce stress, alleviate symptoms associated with chronic conditions and promote healthy body awareness.

Interested in attending? We are looking to see when would be best for YOU! So please email [email protected] to let us know what days and times you would be able to attend.

Make sure you are checking the schedule, on Vagaro, regularly!

If you are looking for some books to help with mindset, goals, and being the best version of yourself you possibly can, hop over to our blog to read about some of our suggestions!

Join us TONIGHT for a Leap Day glow in the dark dance! All are welcome! #SLVpride #btugym

Did you know that cooling down is as important as warming up? The cool-down relaxes your muscles and lowers your heart rate and breathing from your workout intensity. It helps your body to eliminate lactic acid and other waste products faster and to repair micro-injuries. Make sure you always spend a few minutes stretching at the end of your workout!

#fittip #BTUgym

We offer several different Massage Therapy modalities, including: Deep Tissue, Swedish, Targeted Problem Area & Hot Stone. We also offer massage memberships! Call the gym or book on Vagaro!

#alamosamassage

Hatha Yoga is one of the most well known styles of yoga. It often includes longer holds and lots of breath work. It will leave you feeling peaceful and satisfied.

Sign up on Vagaro to join in!

#alamosayoga #hathayoga

Don't have a lot of time to workout? Have you considered High Intensity Interval Training or HIIT? Check out this short, but informative article from the TIME Magazine to learn more about how it works.

https://time.com/4893161/hiit-high-intensity-interval-training-exercise/

It is important to eat enough before a workout. Often, a small snack like a small bowl of oatmeal, yogurt or almonds, about an hour before your workout will give you a boost to be able to push yourself best. The trick is finding the right amount of time to digest before you begin, and also eating enough, but not too much. It is different for everyone. But if you are feeling like you can't push yourself as much as you would like, trying eating a bit before you go!⁠
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#fittip #BTUgym

We want all of our members to feel safe. For this reason we have 24 hour security cameras. We also leave the lights on all the time. There will be times that you are in the gym by yourself, please be mindful to keep yourself safe.

We also ask that ALL members use their key FOB to scan themselves in. Do not bring anyone with you to use the gym, without first having them sign a waiver & pay for a day pass. Call the gym ahead of time if you need help with this. Each key FOB is only for the person who pays for it. Violations will result in cancellation of membership without refund.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

POP Pilates is a fun workout for all levels! It is a dance on your mat. Think of it like Zumba meets HIIT meets Pilates. You don't want to miss this hour long dance party! 💃🏼

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Move your body because you love yourself. Move your body because it helps you sleep better. Move your body because it calms your mind. Don't move your body because you ate something you "shouldn't." Life is so much more than that. You are worth so much more than that. Celebrate that fact that you can move your body. Move it for all the reasons other than what you look like or what you eat. It will change everything.

#selflove #celebrate

This weeks schedule! What will you join us for?? #alamosa #btugym

Did you know?? Breathing is one of the most important aspects of working out. Connecting breath with movement allows your body to get the most out of exercise. Without it, your body can't properly function! Therefore, swimming is the only exercises where you should be holding your breath. ALL other exercise required an inhale & an exhale with every repetition!

Tip: you should always exhale on the hardest part of the exercise. For example, on a push up, you exhale as you push yourself away from the ground. Or on a bicep curl, exhale as you curl the weights up.

#fittip #breath

UPCOMING WORKSHOP:
Humans have 5 basic senses, each correlating with a sense organ that sends information to the brain, allowing us to understand and perceive the world around us. When we develop awareness of our senses we create a deeper connection with our self, our traumas and our ability to heal.

This workshop will encompass Kundalini Yoga, Touch Skills, Zero balancing and AcuWellness.

Zero Balancing is a hands-on bodywork system that addresses bone held tension and organizes ligaments. AcuWellness is a 5 point Ear Acupuncture technique to support detoxification in the body, the reduction of stress and increase in energy and sleep. We will be offering these treatments after engaging in a Kundalini practice and learning touch skills that link us to bone felt connection with one another.

Join us & register before: February 16th
at: vagaro.com/btugym/classes or call 719-888-9288.