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Summertime is fun, and we still need to workout! Between the backyard BBQs, beach days, and longer evenings, it is easy to let our fitness routines take a backseat to seasonal celebrations.

But maintaining your momentum now ensures you don't lose all the hard-earned progress you ' ve made throughout the year. Staying active doesn't mean skipping out on summertime fun; it’s about fueling your body so you have the energy to enjoy this season to the fullest. Think of your gym time not as a chore that cuts into your summer, but as the ultimate power-up for all your seasonal adventures!

1) Cold-start your workout. Don't overthink it — just put on your shoes. Action precedes motivation, not the other way around. Just start moving and let your mind catch up after.
2) Cue up high-BPM music. Music above 120BPM will improve workout performance, effort perception, and endurance. Build a power playlist and use it deliberately.
3) Review your past wins. Spend at least 2 minutes writing down or re-reading what you ' ve already achieved, recent or historic. Then talk to your workout buddy about your successes.
You are not in this alone! I have decided to workout at 5:30am, 3 times a week on the stairclimber (in preparation for a hiking trip), and 4 different strength exercises each day. It has become a habit and I can see improvement each week.

PRECEDES MOTIVATION. DON'T WAIT FOR THE
PUT ON YOUR SHOES AND MOVE.
Your body is the foundation for everything you experience and achieve. It needs consistent care. Congrats to all of you for taking such good care and producing a healthy, strong body.
Keep up the good work!
- Susan Jansson CEO, HealthSPORT













BY: SITA ZARCUFSKY BY: SITA ZARCUFSKY

Summer swim camps at HealthSPORT have been absolutely electric! Water safety is the backbone of everything we do, and this year, our campers dove deeper into the Red Cross’s Whale Tales curriculum. Through interactive worksheets and animated storytelling,


n incredibly rewarding to watch es become a staple of our swim longside our returning campers. watched kids start the camp hesitant of the water, and now, ir third or fourth camp, they are in anced Red Dolphins group swim oudly swimming full laps!
RCUFSKY CS DIRECTOR a Zarcufsky
RECIPE OF THE MONTH
EASY DINNER!


“MEDITERRANEAN
SERVING SIZE: 1 PATTY | TIME: 20 MIN | SERVINGS: 4
1 lb lean ground turkey (93% lean works best)
1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 tbsp dried oregano
1 tbsp olive oil (for the pan)
1 Gently combine ground turkey, chopped spinach, crumbled feta, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
2.Divide into 4 equal patties (roughly 4 oz each, ½-inch thick) and press a small indent in the center of each
3.Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add the patties.
4.Cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side, flipping only once, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F
5.Remove from heat and let the patties rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Pinch of salt and black pepper
Inside Scoop: Mixing the feta and spinach directly into the turkey keeps the lean meat juicy without needing a ton of oil or heavy binders!
Pro-Tip: Serve these wrapped in large butter lettuce leaves with a dollop of tzatziki or alongside a quick cucumber and tomato salad for a lowcarb, high-protein dinner.
BY: MADDY TAYLOR BY: MADDY TAYLOR


As we look forward to cooler weather and the beautiful changing leaves, we are also prepping for an incredible transformation here at HealthSPORT Arcata! We’ve listened closely to your feedback, and we are officially making waves with a major renovation of our Arcata pool area. To give our community the beautiful, modern space it deserves, we are diving into a full pool resurfacing, along with new paint and tile.
To make these exciting upgrades possible, our pool and spa area will be fully closed while construction is underway. Don’t worry - we have a plan


Because our swimmers are some of the most dedicated members of our fitness family, we want to ensure your routines aren’t disrupted. During the closure, our lap swimmers, family swimmers, and pool parties are warmly invited to use our Eureka facility, while our swim lesson clients will temporarily transition to the Cal Poly Humboldt pool. This project starts September 7th, and is expected to take 6-8 weeks to complete



This pool is truly the heartbeat of our club, and I love being stopped in the hallways by members sharing their favorite memories of learning to swim here as kids, hosting birthday parties, and now bringing their own children to make those same splashes. Our pool remains one of the most loved features of HealthSPORT, and this renovation is our way of pouring that love right back into the facility for you.
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If you have any questions, please visit our website, give us a call, or speak with any of our front desk staff. We are so excited to reveal this beautiful new space and welcome you back to make a big splash in our upgraded pool!
Maddy Taylor



Mark your calendars for our annual Kevin Ebbert Memorial Trail Run on Saturday, August 22nd in Arcata’s Redwood Forest. Choose between the 10k+ trail run for an exciting challenge or the 2-Mile course for a beautiful walk with family and friends. This year’s run beneficiary is Lost Coast Camp! For almost 30 years, Lost Coast Camp has kept local kids active and connected through river canoeing, forest hiking, wilderness overnights, and hands-on ranching. Lace up your shoes for a great cause!




