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Mindset Member Newsletter for January 1st, 2024

Invest in Your Health

This Week’s Info

  • Mobility Focus: Multi-planar Hip

  • Stability Goals: Clam

  • Skill Work: Deadlift / Hinge

  • Mindset: Invest in Your Health

WOD Programming Schedule

  • Monday / Thursday: Strength

  • Tuesday / Friday: Pliability

  • Wednesday / Saturday: MetCon

**Closed Monday January 1st**

Announcements

Thank you Patrick!

Coach Patrick was amazing and gifted 2.5# and 5# plates for our upcoming barbell fun!  

We love you more than you know!  

Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

Dry Needling Demonstration: Wednesday, January 10th at 5:30pm

Our very own Dr. Sean is officially offering Dry Needling in his treatment sessions! This amazing treatment technique can be very effective in treating chronic pain issues such as headaches, low back pain and more!

Dr. Sean is hosting a demonstration on Wednesday, January 10th at 5:30pm so you can see it so you can understand how easy this treatment actually is!

Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

Dr. Sean Clark, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist, Coach

Please do your absolute best to show up to class ready to start on time.

Classes will begin promptly at their designated time in order to stay on schedule and respect your time.

Your coaches work very hard to organize details and create an amazing experience each time you come!

Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

SWAG update!

There was an issue with all the swag during the last release but the Sorelle Group always makes things RIGHT!

Jill and her team have replaced ALL OF THE ITEMS to ensure no further issues arise for any of you! Please grab your order from the lobby!

So much love to Sorelle!

Mindset Health Tip

The best investment you can make is in yourself. 

You control your outcome and opportunity for success.

Small, Smart Choices + Consistency + Time = Radical Difference

So if you are planning to make some changes for 2024, my best advice is to start with one thing.

Get consistent. 

Then add another. 

Get consistent. 

Then add another. 

Lather… Rinse… Repeat…

Functional Medicine Corner

Happy New Year Mindset community!! I’m excited for 2024 and all the growth and excitement it will bring! Especially in the coming winter months, I also want to do what I can to keep my immune system as strong and healthy as possible. This is one of many reasons why the WODs are so important to me. And this is one of my motivations to use food as (yummy!) medicine. Below are a few ways to get some important nutrients that can support and strengthen our immune systems.

Vitamin C – This helps to strengthen white blood cells so they can quickly and effectively rid the body of bacteria and viruses. It is also a powerful anti-inflammatory agent. You can get almost as much vitamin C in 1 large yellow bell pepper as from 1 cup of 100% orange juice (about 350mg). One kiwi and one cup of tomato juice can also provide about 170mg of vitamin C.  

Vitamin D – This supports creation of a strong barrier to protect us from germs, as well as works to prevent over-production of inflammatory molecules when we are ill. Although it is always more efficient to get our D from the sun, one cup of mushrooms and 3 oz of several types of fish (especially rainbow trout and salmon) can provide moderate amounts of vitamin D (about 650IU).

Zinc – This nutrient helps to develop and maintain white blood cells. It helps to support healthy mucus membranes as well. Cooked oysters are the best way to supplement with food – 3 ounces provides more than 50mg! Three ounces of beef or bison, or 1 scoop of whey protein powder can also provide about 8 mg. Pumpkin and sunflower seeds as well as black beans are also great sources!

~ Carrie Palmer PA-C, IFMCP
Please feel free to reach out to Carrie directly with additional questions at 269-224-1659!

Member of the Month

Introducing THE POWER KNITTERS!

These incredible women are your Mindset Power Knitters! Their friendship started here at Mindset and blossomed to include knitting! They have exchanged priceless knowledge and countless laughs! Together they have worked on many projects but my personal favorite was the handmade baby blanket for Amanda’s daughter, Blake!

These women are incredible and a joy to know. If you want to learn about knitting after you lift heavy things here at Mindset, we would be honored to connect you!

Happy Member(s) of the Month to these fine women:

  • Joann Gadbaw
  • Michelle Bosch
  • Teri Olbrot
  • Carol Anderson
  • Kim Tabor

Community Partners

MRC ARTWORKS

We are overjoyed to announce our partnership with MRC Artworks!

This is an incredible organization! Their mission is to encourage and support individuals living with a disability to achieve the fullest potential through employment, skill building, and active community involvement.

We have 14 pieces for sale! We will be collecting any sales then giving all the proceeds back to MRC. Artists will receive 75% commission on all sales!

Come check them out at our office or at their downtown location!

JUICYLEAF

Another AMAZING partnership we are bringing to you is our very own local juicer – JuicyLeaf!

Come check them out at our office or at their downtown location or schedule a pick up at Mindset every Tuesday from 3-7pm! 

**Place your orders before NOON on SUNDAYS**

Does Juicy Leaf use organic fruits and vegetables?

What’s the difference between a juice and a smoothie?

  • The main difference is fiber. Most of the insoluble fiber is removed in the juicing process.
  • By taking the fiber out, you can pack more fruit & veggie nutrients into a juice than you can into a smoothie of the same size.
  • The lack of insoluble fiber allows your body to rapidly absorb the nutrients while expending minimal digestive effort.
  • Smoothies are made by pulverizing fruit/veggies with liquid in a blender. The insoluble fiber, which helps keep things moving through your system, is maintained in the process.

What are the benefits of juice?

  • Several servings of fruit & veg nutrition effortlessly absorbed without energy taxing digestion.
  • Easy way to incorporate more fruits and veg in diet than eating produce alone.
  • Boosts immunity and energy. Alkalizing, chronic illness prevention, helps aid in weight loss, clear skin, healthy hair.

Mindset Member Newsletter for December 25th, 2023

Best of 2023 Week!

This Week’s Info

  • Mobility Focus: Global

  • Stability Goals: Global

  • Skill Work: Global

  • Mindset: Best of 2024 Week

WOD Programming Schedule

Best of 2023 Week

(Playlist is READY!!!)

  • Monday – **Closed for holiday**

  • Tuesday – MetCon

  • Wednesday – Strength

  • Thursday – Pliability

  • Friday – MetCon

  • Saturday – Strength (last workout of 2023!)

January 1st Week: New Phase Training begins!

  • **Closed January 1st**

  • Monday / Thursday: Strength

  • Tuesday / Friday: Pliability

  • Wednesday / Saturday: MetCon

Announcements

Give the Gift of Mindset this Year!

Gift certificates available for Massages, Gym Memberships, Deep Health Coaching, Personal Training and more!

Dry Needling Demonstration: Wednesday, January 10th at 5:30pm

Our very own Dr. Sean is officially offering Dry Needling in his treatment sessions! This amazing treatment technique can be very effective in treating chronic pain issues such as headaches, low back pain and more!

Dr. Sean is hosting a demonstration on Wednesday, January 10th at 5:30pm so you can see it so you can understand how easy this treatment actually is!

Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

Dr. Sean Clark, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist, Coach

Please do your absolute best to show up to class ready to start on time.

Classes will begin promptly at their designated time in order to stay on schedule and respect your time.

Your coaches work very hard to organize details and create an amazing experience each time you come!

Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

SWAG update!

There was an issue with all the swag during the last release but the Sorelle Group always makes things RIGHT!

Jill and her team have replacing ALL OF THE ITEMS to ensure no further issues arise for any of you! Please grab your order from the lobby!

So much love to Sorelle!

Mindset Health Tip

The New Year always brings about reflection, goal setting and planning for the following year. So let’s clear the clutter from your mind, other people’s opinions, and heck, even the internet. Let’s establish the core fundamentals that actually matter when change is the goal.

And by the way, you don’t need a calendar date to tell you it is time for a change…  🙂

Earning success is hard — finding a way to sustain the energy and positive habits consistently over time is what will change your trajectory.

According to Darren Hardy, author of The Compound Effect: 

Small, Smart Choices + Consistency + Time = Radical Difference

So if you are planning to make some changes for 2024, my best advice is to start with one thing.

Get consistent.

Then add another.

Get consistent.

Then add another.

Lather… Rinse… Repeat…

Functional Medicine Corner

A very happy holiday season to all of you from Insight! Below I want to share a few options for “mocktails” over the holiday season in case there are times when you feel like drinking something that tastes fancy, without the potential for headaches or hangovers. These creative recipes are thanks to Dr. Mark Hyman, one of the leaders in functional medicine.

Cranberry Moscow Mule – With lime, cranberries, ginger and kombucha, this provides some benefit for the gut, as well as yummy flavor!

Rosemary Citrus Mocktail – Making ice cubes with pomegranate seeds in them makes orange juiced-based drinks really fancy!  

Cherry Sleepy-Time Mocktail – Cherry juice, lavender and chamomile all provide benefits to promote more restful sleep, so you can enjoy this drink AND still sleep well at night.

Thanks to all who provided feedback regarding a hormone course! The responses have been incredibly helpful, and we will keep you posted in the new year as we work through developing the class.  

Wishing you all the very best, and looking forward to a strong and healthy 2024!

~ Carrie Palmer PA-C, IFMCP
Please feel free to reach out to Carrie directly with additional questions at 269-224-1659!

Member of the Month

ATTENTION ALL MINDSET MEMBERS!

If you haven’t met Kim, you need to!

Using her incredible body awareness and yoga experience, this amazing woman has worked so hard to make some serious strength and stability gains!

This elementary school teacher makes her health a priority and leads by example coming to the majority of the 5:30am WODs each week!

She always has something positive to say and is such a joy with her signature laugh!

WE LOVE HER MORE THAN SHE KNOWS!

Community Partners

MRC ARTWORKS

We are overjoyed to announce our partnership with MRC Artworks!

This is an incredible organization! Their mission is to encourage and support individuals living with a disability to achieve the fullest potential through employment, skill building, and active community involvement.

We have 14 pieces for sale! We will be collecting any sales then giving all the proceeds back to MRC. Artists will receive 75% commission on all sales!

Come check them out at our office or at their downtown location!

JUICYLEAF

Another AMAZING partnership we are bringing to you is our very own local juicer – JuicyLeaf!

Come check them out at our office or at their downtown location or schedule a pick up at Mindset every Tuesday from 3-7pm! 

**Place your orders before NOON on SUNDAYS**

Does Juicy Leaf use organic fruits and vegetables?

What’s the difference between a juice and a smoothie?

  • The main difference is fiber. Most of the insoluble fiber is removed in the juicing process.
  • By taking the fiber out, you can pack more fruit & veggie nutrients into a juice than you can into a smoothie of the same size.
  • The lack of insoluble fiber allows your body to rapidly absorb the nutrients while expending minimal digestive effort.
  • Smoothies are made by pulverizing fruit/veggies with liquid in a blender. The insoluble fiber, which helps keep things moving through your system, is maintained in the process.

What are the benefits of juice?

  • Several servings of fruit & veg nutrition effortlessly absorbed without energy taxing digestion.
  • Easy way to incorporate more fruits and veg in diet than eating produce alone.
  • Boosts immunity and energy. Alkalizing, chronic illness prevention, helps aid in weight loss, clear skin, healthy hair.

Mindset Member Newsletter for December 18th, 2023

BURN WEEK

This Week’s Info

  • Mobility Focus: Global

  • Stability Goals: Global

  • Skill Work: Global

  • Mindset: Burn Week

WOD Programming Schedule

Monday: Arms and Abs

Tuesday: Legs

Wednesday: Shoulders and Back

Thursday: Chest and Abs

Friday: Legs

Saturday: Everything! 

Secret Santa FINAL drop on Monday!

12/18 – 12/22: BURN Week!

  • This week we will work on connecting with different regions of our body!

12/23: Ugly Sweater Holiday Workout (reserve your WOD spot ASAP!!)

12/25 – 12/30: Best of 2023 Week (Playlist is READY!!!)

  • Monday – Closed for holiday
  • Tuesday – MetCon
  • Wednesday – Strength
  • Thursday – Pliability
  • Friday – MetCon
  • Saturday – Strength

January 1st Week: New Phase Training begins!

  • (Closed January 1st)
    • Monday / Thursday: Strength
    • Tuesday / Friday: Pliability
    • Wednesday / Saturday: MetCon

Secret Santa finishing Monday!!

  • Gift #3, the FINAL gift, will be due on Monday, December 18th.

  • This can be the week that you reveal yourself to your Secret Santa! Or you may choose to keep it anonymous.

  • Place your drop offs at our Christmas tree in the lobby. Feel free to discreetly drop your gift or ask a staff member for help if you need it. 

Announcements

Give the Gift of Mindset this Year!

Gift certificates available for Massages, Gym Memberships, Deep Health Coaching, Personal Training and more!

Dry Needling Demonstration: Wednesday, January 10th at 5:30pm

Our very own Dr. Sean is officially offering Dry Needling in his treatment sessions! This amazing treatment technique can be very effective in treating chronic pain issues such as headaches, low back pain and more!

Dr. Sean is hosting a demonstration on Wednesday, January 10th at 5:30pm so you can see it so you can understand how easy this treatment actually is!

Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

Dr. Sean Clark, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist, Coach

Please do your absolute best to show up to class ready to start on time.

Classes will begin promptly at their designated time in order to stay on schedule and respect your time.

Your coaches work very hard to organize details and create an amazing experience each time you come!

Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

SWAG update!

There was an issue with all the swag during the last release but the Sorelle Group always makes things RIGHT!

Jill and her team will be replacing all the items affected to ensure no further issues arise for any of you!

Mindset Health Tip

We are so grateful you have chosen to spend part of your amazing and beautiful life with us! The tribes you participate in or create play a huge role in your ability to be successful toward your goals.

Consider reading or re-reading the book Atomic Habits! They discuss this concept in depth. “The key—if you want to build habits that last—is to join a group where the desired behavior is the normal behavior.”

So the fact you choose us is a huge compliment we take very seriously!

WE LOVE YOU MORE THAN YOU KNOW!

Functional Medicine Corner

The holidays can be an amazing time of year, but they can also be incredibly stressful. As much joy as the holiday season can bring, it is just as important to prioritize self-care as well so that we can fully enjoy all that December has to offer. I love how clearly this diagram shows the many things that can drain energy, as well as give energy. All energy takers aren’t bad – I’m looking at you, Christmas cookies. But it is important to balance energy takers with energy givers to help us stay happier, healthier and the best version of ourselves!

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FINAL WEEK TO TAKE THE QUESTIONNAIRE

Thank you to all who have completed the questionnaire regarding a hormone course! We truly appreciate your feedback! This is the last week we are asking for feedback from anyone else who is interested in learning more about hormone balance!

Stress hormones, thyroid and female hormone balance are topics that can be discussed. If you are interested in a hormone course, please complete a quick questionnaire linked here to provide some feedback. We appreciate your opinion!

~ Carrie Palmer PA-C, IFMCP
Please feel free to reach out to Carrie directly with additional questions at 269-224-1659!

Member of the Month

ATTENTION ALL MINDSET MEMBERS!

If you haven’t met Kim, you need to!

Using her incredible body awareness and yoga experience, this amazing woman has worked so hard to make some serious strength and stability gains!

This elementary school teacher makes her health a priority and leads by example coming to the majority of the 5:30am WODs each week!

She always has something positive to say and is such a joy with her signature laugh!

WE LOVE HER MORE THAN SHE KNOWS!

Community Partners

MRC ARTWORKS

We are overjoyed to announce our partnership with MRC Artworks!

This is an incredible organization! Their mission is to encourage and support individuals living with a disability to achieve the fullest potential through employment, skill building, and active community involvement.

We have 14 pieces for sale! We will be collecting any sales then giving all the proceeds back to MRC. Artists will receive 75% commission on all sales!

Come check them out at our office or at their downtown location!

JUICYLEAF

Another AMAZING partnership we are bringing to you is our very own local juicer – JuicyLeaf!

Come check them out at our office or at their downtown location or schedule a pick up at Mindset every Tuesday from 3-7pm! 

**Place your orders before NOON on SUNDAYS**

Does Juicy Leaf use organic fruits and vegetables?

What’s the difference between a juice and a smoothie?

  • The main difference is fiber. Most of the insoluble fiber is removed in the juicing process.
  • By taking the fiber out, you can pack more fruit & veggie nutrients into a juice than you can into a smoothie of the same size.
  • The lack of insoluble fiber allows your body to rapidly absorb the nutrients while expending minimal digestive effort.
  • Smoothies are made by pulverizing fruit/veggies with liquid in a blender. The insoluble fiber, which helps keep things moving through your system, is maintained in the process.

What are the benefits of juice?

  • Several servings of fruit & veg nutrition effortlessly absorbed without energy taxing digestion.
  • Easy way to incorporate more fruits and veg in diet than eating produce alone.
  • Boosts immunity and energy. Alkalizing, chronic illness prevention, helps aid in weight loss, clear skin, healthy hair.

Mindset Member Newsletter for December 11th, 2023

ASSESSMENT WEEK

This Week’s Info

  • Mobility Focus: Global

  • Stability Goals: Global

  • Skill Work: Global

  • Mindset: Celebration of YOU!

WOD Programming Schedule

  • Monday (Pliability): The Jim Palmer
  • Tuesday (MetCon): The Holly Crump
  • Wednesday (Strength): The Bobby Highhouse
  • Thursday (Pliability): The Anita Grivins
  • Friday (MetCon): The Joe Romph
  • Saturday (Strength): The Allie Flesch
  • Secret Santa drop #2 on Monday!

  • 12/11 – 12/16 : Member Week

  • 12/18 – 12/22: Mystery Week!

  • 12/23: Ugly Sweater Holiday Workout (reserve your WOD spot ASAP!!)

  • 12/25: Closed

  • 12/26 – 12/30: Best of 2023 Week (Playlist is READY!!!)

  • January 1st Week: New Phase Training begins!

Secret Santa is under way!!

  • Gift Drop Off Dates 

    • Gift #1 will be due on Monday, December 4th. 

    • Gift #2 will be due on Monday, December 11th. 

    • Gift #3 will be due on Monday, December 18th. This can be the week that you reveal yourself to your Secret Santa! Or you may choose to keep it anonymous.

  • All gifts, each week, have a suggested cost limit of less than $10 per week. Feel free to get creative–hello sustainable shopping or crafting if it is your thing!

  • Place your drop offs at our Christmas tree in the lobby. Feel free to discreetly drop your gift or ask a staff member for help if you need it. 

  • You are welcome to drop off your “Santa” gift to us early, or you can get creative and place your gift in the “Santa basket” with a note on it saying “Do not open until (Date).”

Announcements

New WOD Schedule starting Monday!!!

We are adding additional morning classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, along with an additional noon WOD on Tuesdays!

Please verify that your reservations are accurate with these changes effective December 11th!

Give the Gift of Mindset this Year!

Gift certificates available for Massages, Gym Memberships, Deep Health Coaching, Personal Training and more!

Our very own Dr. Sean is officially offering Dry Needling in his treatment sessions! This amazing treatment technique can be very effective in treating chronic pain issues such as headaches, low back pain and more! Stay tuned to the newsletters to learn more!

Dr. Sean will also be hosting a demonstration (date and time coming soon) so you can see it so you can understand how easy this treatment actually is!

Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

Dr. Sean Clark, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist, Coach

Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

SWAG IS IN!!!  

Your goodies are in the lobby!!

Mindset Health Tip

Looking for more energy and recovery after Assessment Week? Check out this great article from Precision Nutrition about optimizing your SLEEP!

A relaxing environment is essential for a good night’s rest. People sleep better when their bedroom is optimized for comfort, light, and noise and temperature.

So I challenge you to experiment and redesign your sleep area in these two ways:

  • You can transform your home into a space of serenity and inspiration just by decluttering. In addition to helping you sleep, a soothing, restful environment can lead to mental clarity. (Hello, energy you’ve been missing!)

  • Redecorate your sleep environment. Once you’ve decluttered, consider setting up your bedroom for optimal sleep. You might want to adjust:

    • Light levels and quality: Dimmed or red/orange spectrum light (as opposed to bright or blue/green-spectrum light) can help promote sleep and relaxation. For some people, a night light adds a feeling of safety, making it easier to sleep.

    • Environmental temperature: In general, body temperature drops during sleep, so having a cool environment is considered sleep-promoting. However, some folks may find warmth more relaxing, and prefer a heated blanket or warm bath before bed. Again, go with what works for you (or your client).

    • Noise (and silence) levels: Some folks need silence to sleep best. Others find background sounds—like music, storm or songbird playlists, or white noise—more relaxing.

    • Tactile stimulation: How do you feel about flannel pajamas? A fluffy cat or dog? A body pillow or stuffed animal? A weighted blanket?

Try one, and see what works for you!

Functional Medicine Corner

There is a documentary called “Common Ground” that has recently been released and is showing in selected cities currently. This film discusses the movement of regenerative agriculture, or farming practices that allow the soil to not only maintain but improve its microbial diversity and nutrient density. The film also explores the possibility that regenerative farming can support our climate in a positive way. As the lead for the documentary states, “the film explores how regenerative agriculture can help heal the soil, our health and the planet.”

In addition, the organization who made the film has created an eBook with several resources to help us support local farmers, as well as make small changes in our daily lives to help support sustainable change in food production. (You can find the link here.) This includes maps with some local farmers who support these types of practices, helpful hints on what to look for when shopping, and even further information on how to improve our own food growing practices.

For more information on the documentary and the mission, and to watch the trailer, click here. There is currently a showing scheduled in Ann Arbor for anyone interested!

Thank you to all who have completed the questionnaire regarding a hormone course! We truly appreciate your feedback! For anyone else who is interested in learning more about hormone balance, we would still love your input! Stress hormones, thyroid and female hormone balance would be topics that could be discussed. If you are interested in a hormone course, please complete a quick questionnaire linked here to provide some feedback. We appreciate your opinion!

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We are considering offering a course in 2024 all about hormones!

Stress hormones, thyroid and female hormone balance would be discussed.

However, we are hoping to assess interest and get community input.

If you are interested in a hormone course, please complete the quick questionnaire linked here to provide some feedback. 

We appreciate your opinion!

********************

~ Carrie Palmer PA-C, IFMCP
Please feel free to reach out to Carrie directly with additional questions at 269-224-1659!

Member of the Month

ATTENTION ALL MINDSET MEMBERS!

If you haven’t met Kim, you need to!

Using her incredible body awareness and yoga experience, this amazing woman has worked so hard to make some serious strength and stability gains!

This elementary school teacher makes her health a priority and leads by example coming to the majority of the 5:30am WODs each week!

She always has something positive to say and is such a joy with her signature laugh!

WE LOVE HER MORE THAN SHE KNOWS!

Community Partners

MRC ARTWORKS

We are overjoyed to announce our partnership with MRC Artworks!

This is an incredible organization! Their mission is to encourage and support individuals living with a disability to achieve the fullest potential through employment, skill building, and active community involvement.

We have 14 pieces for sale! We will be collecting any sales then giving all the proceeds back to MRC. Artists will receive 75% commission on all sales!

Come check them out at our office or at their downtown location!

JUICYLEAF

Another AMAZING partnership we are bringing to you is our very own local juicer – JuicyLeaf!

Come check them out at our office or at their downtown location or schedule a pick up at Mindset every Tuesday from 3-7pm! 

**Place your orders before NOON on SUNDAYS**

Does Juicy Leaf use organic fruits and vegetables?

What’s the difference between a juice and a smoothie?

  • The main difference is fiber. Most of the insoluble fiber is removed in the juicing process.
  • By taking the fiber out, you can pack more fruit & veggie nutrients into a juice than you can into a smoothie of the same size.
  • The lack of insoluble fiber allows your body to rapidly absorb the nutrients while expending minimal digestive effort.
  • Smoothies are made by pulverizing fruit/veggies with liquid in a blender. The insoluble fiber, which helps keep things moving through your system, is maintained in the process.

What are the benefits of juice?

  • Several servings of fruit & veg nutrition effortlessly absorbed without energy taxing digestion.
  • Easy way to incorporate more fruits and veg in diet than eating produce alone.
  • Boosts immunity and energy. Alkalizing, chronic illness prevention, helps aid in weight loss, clear skin, healthy hair.

Mindset Member Newsletter for December 4th, 2023

ASSESSMENT WEEK

This Week’s Info

  • Mobility Focus: Global

  • Stability Goals: Global

  • Skill Work: Global

  • Mindset: RING THAT BELL!

WOD Programming Schedule

End of the year calendar:

  • 12/4 – 12/9: Assessment Week

  • 12/11 – 12/16 : Member Week

  • 12/18 – 12/22: Mystery Week!

  • 12/23: Ugly Sweater Holiday Workout (reserve your WOD spot ASAP!!)

  • 12/25: Closed

  • 12/26 – 12/30: Best of 2023 Week (Playlist is READY!!!)

  • January 1st Week: New Phase Training begins!

    Secret Santa is under way!!

    • Gift Drop Off Dates 

      • Gift #1 will be due on Monday, December 4th. 

      • Gift #2 will be due on Monday, December 11th. 

      • Gift #3 will be due on Monday, December 18th. This can be the week that you reveal yourself to your Secret Santa! Or you may choose to keep it anonymous.

    • All gifts, each week, have a suggested cost limit of less than $10 per week. Feel free to get creative–hello sustainable shopping or crafting if it is your thing!

    • Place your drop offs at our Christmas tree in the lobby. Feel free to discreetly drop your gift or ask a staff member for help if you need it. 

    • You are welcome to drop off your “Santa” gift to us early, or you can get creative and place your gift in the “Santa basket” with a note on it saying “Do not open until (Date).”

    Announcements

    New WOD Schedule starting December 11th!

    We are adding additional morning classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays, along with an additional noon WOD on Tuesdays!

    Please verify that your reservations are accurate with these changes effective December 11th!

    Give the Gift of Mindset this Year!

    Gift certificates available for Massages, Gym Memberships, Deep Health Coaching, Personal Training and more!

    Our very own Dr. Sean is officially offering Dry Needling in his treatment sessions! This amazing treatment technique can be very effective in treating chronic pain issues such as headaches, low back pain and more! Stay tuned to the newsletters to learn more!

    Dr. Sean will also be hosting a demonstration (date and time coming soon) so you can see it so you can understand how easy this treatment actually is!

    Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

    Dr. Sean Clark, PT, DPT

    Physical Therapist, Coach

    Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
    Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT
    Dr. Sean Clark, DPT, PT

    SWAG IS IN!!!  

    Your goodies are in the lobby!!

    Mindset Health Tip

    Assessment Week is HERE!! 
    Here are some great ways to prepare yourself:

    • Breathe! Remember you have actually been preparing for this through our programming.

    • For those of you doing this for your first time, have fun and gather baseline data. Write down your results in your folder! You will want them later!

    • Remember that none of these numbers show any value about you as a human! It is just information you can use to track your progress over time.

    • Eat nutritious food! Give your body the energy and nutrients it needs to perform and recover.

    • Drink your water people! Consider adding a pinch of salt to your water (not enough to taste).

    • Try to get to each Assessment Day once to expose yourself to the different areas of testing.

    • RING THE BELL when you achieve a personal record! Write your achievements on the board! Celebrate every single win and attempt! 

    • Have FUN! CHEER on your fellow workout buddies! GIVE IT YOUR ALL!

    After Assessment Week, we will work into our education regarding breath, recovery and nervous system regulation!

    Functional Medicine Corner

    As we head full tilt into the crazy schedule of the holiday season, it’s important that we do our best to take care of our bodies. There are plenty of bugs and viruses being passed around right now, and avoiding getting sick is one of the best ways to fully enjoy the holidays! It is incredibly important to prioritize sleep, as well as keep moving and coming to WODS. We can also use our daily meals to support our immune system. Remember, up to 70% of the immune system is in the gut. So as much as we can counter the increased sugar intake from holiday gatherings with nutrient dense meals at home, the better our bodies will feel in December! Here are a few options to consider:

    Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup – This soup has powerful immune supporters such as sweet potato, kale, and mushrooms. And the base can be made with bone broth, which provides essential vitamins and minerals as well as glutamine to keep your gut happy.

    Immune Boosting Smoothie – Fresh fruit and leafy greens such as spinach can provide a powerful supply of vitamin C. Add a little chia seed and yogurt to balance the natural sugars with protein and fiber if you want to decrease the impact on blood glucose.

    Blueberry Crisp – This is technically a dessert recipe, but this could arguably be a breakfast supplement as well. Oats provide good fiber and beta glucans to help support our gut and immune system. And blueberries are high in antioxidants, which also can provide powerful immune support. Or bring this as a healthier treat option to a party!

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    We are considering offering a course in 2024 all about hormones!

    Stress hormones, thyroid and female hormone balance would be discussed.

    However, we are hoping to assess interest and get community input.

    If you are interested in a hormone course, please complete the quick questionnaire linked here to provide some feedback. 

    We appreciate your opinion!

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    ~ Carrie Palmer PA-C, IFMCP
    Please feel free to reach out to Carrie directly with additional questions at 269-224-1659!

    Member of the Month

    ATTENTION ALL MINDSET MEMBERS!

    If you haven’t met Kim, you need to!

    Using her incredible body awareness and yoga experience, this amazing woman has worked so hard to make some serious strength and stability gains!

    This elementary school teacher makes her health a priority and leads by example coming to the majority of the 5:30am WODs each week!

    She always has something positive to say and is such a joy with her signature laugh!

    WE LOVE HER MORE THAN SHE KNOWS!

    Community Partners

    MRC ARTWORKS

    We are overjoyed to announce our partnership with MRC Artworks!

    This is an incredible organization! Their mission is to encourage and support individuals living with a disability to achieve the fullest potential through employment, skill building, and active community involvement.

    We have 14 pieces for sale! We will be collecting any sales then giving all the proceeds back to MRC. Artists will receive 75% commission on all sales!

    Come check them out at our office or at their downtown location!

    JUICYLEAF

    Another AMAZING partnership we are bringing to you is our very own local juicer – JuicyLeaf!

    Come check them out at our office or at their downtown location or schedule a pick up at Mindset every Tuesday from 3-7pm! 

    **Place your orders before NOON on SUNDAYS**

    Does Juicy Leaf use organic fruits and vegetables?

    What’s the difference between a juice and a smoothie?

    • The main difference is fiber. Most of the insoluble fiber is removed in the juicing process.
    • By taking the fiber out, you can pack more fruit & veggie nutrients into a juice than you can into a smoothie of the same size.
    • The lack of insoluble fiber allows your body to rapidly absorb the nutrients while expending minimal digestive effort.
    • Smoothies are made by pulverizing fruit/veggies with liquid in a blender. The insoluble fiber, which helps keep things moving through your system, is maintained in the process.

    What are the benefits of juice?

    • Several servings of fruit & veg nutrition effortlessly absorbed without energy taxing digestion.
    • Easy way to incorporate more fruits and veg in diet than eating produce alone.
    • Boosts immunity and energy. Alkalizing, chronic illness prevention, helps aid in weight loss, clear skin, healthy hair.