Fit & Healthy
At Raintree our focus is to improve your overall health and not just focus on the number that shows on the scale. Find some great information on nutrition, inspirational stories of success and events that will give you a grasp on what a "healthy image" really is.*
Helpful links:
Live Well Colorado - LiveWell Colorado is a nonprofit organization committed to reducing obesity in Colorado by promoting healthy eating and active living. This interactive website is a great tool to put you on the right path to health!
Health Starts Here - Check out Whole Foods Market's webpage outlining healthy eating in four easy to understand sections.
NUTRITIONDATA.COM - Enter any food in this website's search tab to find out what nutritional benefits you are introducing to your body. A great way to learn more about what vitamins and minerals are in every part of your meal plan.
147 Reasons Sugar Ruins Your Life
Inflammation: The Hidden Time Bomb Within You
Meal Ideas / Recipes
Grilled Vegetable Pizza Recipe
Mix & Match Meal Options - Breakfast PDF - Take a look at this useful tool that personal trainer Amanda Shannon has created just for our RAC members.
Mix & Match Meal Options - Chicken Ideas
Mix & Match Meal Options - Salad Ideas
Whole Foods Bi-Weekly Newsletter - Check out Lara Ulfers', Fort Collins' Whole Foods Healthy Eating Specialist and Registered Dietician, newsletter that includes seasonal recipes that are nutritious and easy to make at home.
Inspirational Readings
Can You Stay For Dinner? Blog - A great story about finding what exercise works for you! Find inspiration with Andie Mitchell's amazing transformation story.
Check out these amazing Success Stories on Livestrong.com. Click on a photo to see their stories, turning points, support systems, biggest challenges, and secrets to their success.
Email YOUR inspirational story to amandas@raintreeathleticclub.com and you could be featured here for our RAC members to share in your success.
RAC Fit & Healthy Events
Check out this section of Fit & Healthy to find the most recent events happening for RAC members.
- Blood Pressure Screenings - Find out your blood pressure while you are here at the club. A personal trainer is set up in the lobby on the 1st & 3rd Wednesday of each month.
- Wednesday, May 16th - 4:00 - 6:00pm
Health Related Movie Night
The last Friday of Every Month - 7:00pm in the Cycling Studio. Sit or Spin - Bikes and Chairs available.
- Friday, May 25th - INGREDIENTS
- American food is in a state of crisis, but a movement to put good food back on the table is emerging. What began 30 years ago with chefs demanding better flavor, has inspired consumers to seek relationships with nearby farmers. This documentary is local food.
- *Any opinions expressed in this movie do not necessarily reflect those of Raintree Athletic Club. This film is rated PG.
*Please note that Raintree Athletic Club does not sponsor any of the above websites. These links are just websites that our team has found helpful in their fitness journey.