July Happenings at Altitude Peak
Fitness
Dear Melissa,
Summer is here and we are happy to have
celebrated our first Anniversary!
Thanks to each and every one of you that has been a
part of Altitude this year. I look forward to
continuing to help you achieve your fitness goals in
future years. Sign-up today and start having fun
while looking hot this summer! Check out what's happening at
Altitude this summer:
--Thanks to all
of you, we donated another 73
pairs of tennis shoes to One World
Running. OWR cleans the shoes
and distributes them to youth and athletes around the
world. Shoes not in condition to be
reused are recycled and made into running tracks
and playgrounds. Our recent donation will help
those in Africa,
Haiti, or Central
America.
--Join us
Saturday, July 12th for the
Altitude Hiking
Club. We will either hike near
Golden or Evergreen depending on the club's
preference that day. Either hike will be of
moderate difficulty. We'll
leave Altitude (2151 Larimer
St.) at 10:00 A.M. and carpool to the
trailhead. Friends, family, and dogs are
welcome. Remember to bring water, sunscreen,
snacks, and whatever else you might need. For
those interested we will grab some food and beverages
after the hike.
--Looking for the same
intensity in a class that fits into your busy
schedule? Our Prime Time Fitness
class is the perfect match. Class starts at 6:00
p.m. and will be an hour of cardio, core, and
strength training similar to the peak fitness camps but
lasting only an hour. You will be done and on your
way with plenty of time to enjoy all of your summer
activities. Classes meet M/W/Th. Sign-up now for our July 14th
Camp!
--Busy with the kids, training for
that special summer race, enjoying your summer
vacation? It's that time of year when life gets
busy, but don't let your health and fitness routine
suffer. Purchase the Peak Pass and stay
balanced.
--Annual Memberships are now
available. Sign-up today and save
25%. Look hot and sexy all
year long at a discounted price! Talk to an
instructor today for details.
--Curious about our
camps? Interested in checking out a class before
you register? No need to wait for the next
Visitor Day, just contact us to let
us know when is a convenient time for you to visit.
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| Who's Who: How Well Do You
Know Your Fellow Campers?
Nicole Chiantello is a an
annual member of the early crew. Yes, that's
5:30 a.m.! When I think of Nicole I think of
a secret weapon. She is soft spoken and
friendly, but expect to have your butt kicked if you
challenge her in just about any area in the gym.
Of course that is due to the fact that she has almost
perfect attendance every camp and always gives 110%
effort. The other thing you have to love about
Nicole is her skeleton gloves--I think they might need
to be the Altitude "uniform" next winter.
Read on to find out what other secrets and hidden
talents Nicole has...
NICOLE
What living person do you most admire?
My mom -- She's amazing. She is
smart and funny and fun. She has a difficult job
that she is really great at, and she is a thoughtful and
supportive mother.
What is your greatest
extravagance?
Shoes (especially boots) and chocolate, of
course. =)
What trait do you most deplore in others?
I can't stand a 'know-it-all',
especially when it's unsubstantiated.
What is your favorite cocktail?
Raspberry vodka and soda
What do you consider the most overrated
virtue?
Promptness....mainly because it is a virtue that I
lack.
Who is your favorite professional sports
team?
The Red Wings -- I watched
them all the time with my dad when I was growing
up.
What is one thing other campers would be
surprised to find out about you?
I have a 3rd degree blackbelt
in Kenpo Karate. I studied martial arts all
through grade school, high school, and college, but I
haven't found a dojo in Denver that I love.
What is your most visited Denver night
spot?
The Cowboy Lounge
What is your
favorite Altitude workout?
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Simple Summer
Salads
Salads are the perfect summer
food. These quick recipes work nicely
as lunch or as a nice side dish and they are
healthy too.
Couscous & Fruit Salad
Whisk 2 tablespoons each olive oil and
orange juice, 1 tablespoon cider vinegar, 2 teaspoons
minced shallot, salt and pepper to taste. Combine
with 2 cups cooked whole-wheat couscous, 2 cups ripe
summer fruit (try mixed berries and citrus) and 2
tablespoons toasted sliced almonds.
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Nutritional Information CALORIES 250; FAT 9g; FIBER
7g; CARBOHYDRATE
40g
Bonus Fiber, Vitamin C
Grilled Pepper
Salad
Grill 4 bell peppers (mixed colors) until softened;
chop and toss with 1/4 cup each halved oil-cured olives
and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Add 1 tablespoon
each olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and salt to
taste.
Nutritional Information CALORIES 107; FAT 7g; FIBER
2g; CARBOHYDRATE
10g
Bonus Vitamin
C
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Tips from Tiffinie
Take the Edge Off Your
Hunger
Don't let those rumblings in your
tummy send you plunging into snack hell. Keep your
energy level regulated, your metabolism stable, and avoid the
diet crash with these snacks under 150
calories.
1) Starbucks 20-oz skim cappuccino
2) 1 T almond butter and
2/3 C apple slices
3) 1 dark-chocolate covered banana
4) 1/2 C low-fat ricotta
topped with 1 C sliced strawberries
5) 2 T humus and 9 baked pita chips
6) 6 oz nonfat yogurt
with 1 T ground flaxseed
7) 2 whole-grain light crispbreads and 2
slices low-fat Swiss Cheese
8) 1 small pear and 1 oz
string cheese
9) 1 Rice Krispee Treat
10) 100-calorie bag of
popcorn with 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese
Drinking a large glass of water before
eating your snack will also provide a better sense of
fullness.
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"The difference
between the impossible and the possible lies in a person's
determination."
-Unknown
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Power Hour
Are you interested in strength training? We are
considering a class focused on just strength training - no
cardio. The goal would be to increase mass
along with strength (more than just toning). The class
would be offered three nights a week for 45-60 minutes.
If this is something you have an interest in let us know your
thoughts.
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Featured Instructor
Meg
Prindiville
NASM-CPT, ACE Personal Trainer, Peak Pilates
Meg has been with Altitude 6 months
teaching several of our a.m. Fitness Boot Camp
classes. She has been in the industry 8 years
leading programs in resistance training/periodization, sports
conditioning, weight loss, and youth fitness to name a
few. Meg recently started teaching our Mat Pilates
class on Tuesday evenings and Saturday
mornings. When Meg isn't teaching group fitness
classes she is busy helping individuals reach their
personal goals in one-on-one training sessions at
Altitude.
Here's how campers describe Meg?
- Great attitude and a lot of fun
- Her workouts varied and really made me push myself
- Always bubbly and with a smile to motivate
-Nice customization of exercises for different fitness
levels
What's Meg up to when she's not at the
gym?
- She loves hiking and since moving to Colorado she's
busy checking off 14er's.
- Running continues to be a passion so you will likely
catch her training for a half or full marathon.
*First time clients
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5:30
A.M.
Having Fun,
Being
Creative, 7:00 A.M.
