The “winter blues” is something all of us are susceptible to, thanks to holiday stresses and weather challenges. The good news is Axiom classes and workouts can play a big role in not just toning your bod, but warming your mood, too. Here’s how:
Wake up, Sleepy!
Less sunlight during winter triggers more melatonin production in your body, which causes your body to want more sleep. Craving sleep during your waking hours can be a struggle. Axiom gyms are indoor facilities, so we can’t give you access to more sunshine. However, regular exercise is a proven factor for improving circadian rhythms (your “body clock”) so you can get quality sleep at night and feel refreshed during the day.
Say ‘Ohm’ to Stress
Numerous peer-reviewed studies over the last several decades all come to the same conclusion: practicing yoga makes you happier. It’s also a great workout with a low impact on your body. That’s why Axiom offers five varieties of yoga classes as well as tai chi. For some folks, regular yoga has been a life-changer. For others, it’s a nice break between intense cardio workouts. Take a class and see what it does for you.
Trick Your Body
If the reason for any sadness in the season is physical, get your body feeling like its summer not winter. Spend more time at an Axiom pool. Swimming laps and treading water are low-impact ways to get in some excellent cardio work. After that, take in some down time with the temperature turned up. Axiom hot tubs, saunas, and steam rooms are great ways to feel the warmth your winter body craves.
Holiday Fact #1
One of the most special gifts in life is one that can’t be wrapped: good health.
Holiday Fact #2
It seems like there’s always someone you need to shop for “last minute.”
Holiday Fact #3
Axiom can help you give a special gift, even in the nick of time. For $99, we’re offering the popular MyZone Heart Monitor, which accurately measures biometric data so you can create workout challenges, check performance rankings and share accomplishments on your social media feeds. We’ll also throw in a free 30-day Axiom membership, so your friend or loved one can make the most of their “heartfelt” gift.
Holiday Fact #4
Sometimes, the best gift you can do for a friend or loved one is constrained by budget. That’s where Axiom memberships can come in handy. Memberships start at $19.95 a month and include these basic features:
- Access to all 4 Treasure Valley Locations
- Group Exercise, Pool, Hot tub, Sauna, Basketball, Racquetball, and Steam Room access
- Body Success Assessment with certified personal trainer
- 50% off day use Kid's Club
- Online nutrition planning (normally $9.95 per month)
When you jump up to $34.95 a month, you get unlimited guest access.
So, when you feel stumped about what to get a health-conscious friend or loved one, or if you feel the need to jumpstart your own health consciousness post holidays, consider an Axiom membership.
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(For best results, sing these words to the tune of “12 Days of Christmas”)
On the first day of Christmas, my true gym gave to me: 12 days of working out free.
OK, you can stop singing now. It's time for sweating. Starting Dec. 3 and running through Dec. 15, Axiom will be feeling the holiday spirit. Every Axiom location will be free to the public those 12 days, all day. Every piece of equipment, every group class, every pool, every court, every everything in the Treasure Valley will be free, for everyone.
Here’s a list of ways you can spend your “free” time.
Day 1—Water, Water, Everywhere
Step your toe into the Axiom experience with one of our water exercise classes. They provide your body a break from placing "impact" on your joints, ligaments and tendons. They take less than an hour, and are a great way to get your metabolism flowing again.
Day 2—Running to Stand Still
Let’s step up your cardio, now that we have your metabolism flowing. The goal today is to sweat gently. Stair machines and treadmills can be set to a challenging but not punishing pace, while you read a magazine or catch up on some TV. Maybe you can use these 30 to 45 minutes to check that other list this month.
Day 3—Put Some Muscle Into It
OK, now we’re pumping—literally. It’s time to lift some free weights. Curls, bench press, military, upright rows … All these are excellent free weight exercises that build muscle, which is perfect for workouts the day before big holiday meals packed with proteins like turkey, ham and beef.
Day 4—Step Up to the Barre
Not the bar—yet—the barre, which is an Axiom class that combines yoga and Pilates. It’s time to use those muscles more gently now and stretch your body so it can repair after a heavy day of lifting. If you are a purist, don’t fret over the fusion. We have straight-up yoga and Pilates classes, too.
Day 5—Let’s Get to the Core, on the Floor
Working your abs should never be absent from your exercise regimen. But your “core” is more than just your six-pack. Get in a great mat-based workout at any of our facilities, where you can do everything from crunches to planks.
Day 6—Time to Relax
You’ve been working hard. You deserve a day to just play. Come into Axiom with a friend and play a few games of racquetball. It will warm you up, make you sweat and give your cardiovascular system one of the most efficient workouts possible.
Day 7 to 12—Repeat After Me
See the list above, and check it twice.