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Vol. 2 Issue 1 January 2013

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Upcoming Events:

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Lunch ‘n Learn Tuesday, January 22nd Noon - 1:30 pm Premiere Fitness “Healthy Tips for the New Year” presented by Kathy Chiacchiero, RN, Educator Instructor. Bring your favorite Healthy Dish and vote for your favorite. Prizes will be awarded to the winners. SAVE THE DATES:

ACMC’s Women’s Heart Health Awareness Luncheon & Accessory Fashion Show Saturday, Feb. 9, 2013 Mount Carmel Community Center 10:30 am to 1:30 pm Tickets are $15 each or two for $25. Please RSVP and prepay by Feb. 1 by calling (440) 997-6555, or visit www.acmchealth.org.

Diamonds & Denim Gala Saturday, March 2nd 7pm – 11pm The Lodge at Geneva-on-the-Lake To receive an invitation, call 440-997-6605

JANUARY SALON SPECIAL10% Off Gell Manicures

FREE Make-Up Consultation and 10% off Make-Up Purchase With Any Facial

Expires January 31, 2013*See New Salon Brochure for 2013 Pricing

Salon Gift Certificates Available!

GET RESULTS! Now is the time to take advantage of Premiere’s Results Weight Management Solution.

What makes the Results Weight Management Solution different from all the other programs?Most people are unsure about changing long-standing lifestyle behaviors; they fear that it will be difficult, uncomfortable, or depriving. Many people start a diet or try to increase their physical activity on their own, but fail to follow through - or gain back the weight immediately after discontinuing the program time and time again. The Results Weight Management Solution is not a “diet”. It is a lifestyle change. This program concentrates on regular physical activity and maintaining healthy eating habits.

The 12-Week Program includes: Fitness Assessment: Meet with one of our fitness specialists and receive a fitness assessment utilizing our state-of-the art Visual Fitness Planner software. Participate in Fitness Instruction: Receive group training from certified personal trainers. Whether it’s the motivation from the instructor, the camaraderie and energy of the group, or the variety in the sessions, we have designed the group training to offer a fun and motivating approach to fitness. Right-Sized Portion Plate: This colorful plate will help teach how much of each food group you should be eating each day. You will learn how to get control of your eating and make long-term changes by learning portion control. You’ll eat real foods and lose the weight.Food Journal: We often don’t realize how much we eat. Writing down everything we put in our mouth helps us better manage daily food intake. You will receive a food journal to keep track of your daily caloric intake. Food Scale: Ideal for weighing food portions. Removable plastic pan and zero-adjustment knob (tare) allow accurate measurement and comparisons using liquids or small solids. Large, clear dials with metric and standard calibrations. Durable, easy-to-clean plastic construction.Results Program Orientation: Meet one-on-one with our Wellness Program Coordinator who will do your initial weigh-in, blood pressure, and measurements. You will also receive instructions on how to use the Right-Sized Portion Plate and food journal. Nutrition Classes: Attend weekly nutrition classes held by dieticians. Stay on track and receive the support you need to achieve and maintain your weight loss goals.

Members: $119 (Adults) $79 (Ages:14-18)Non-Members: $299 (Adults) $179 (Ages: 14-18) (Includes membership to Premiere Fitness for 12 weeks.)ACMC Caregivers Receive 50% Off!

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Question: How do I stay motivated and keep my New Years resolution when it comes to weight loss? Answer: STAY POSITIVE - Talk yourself into a positive mood by continually telling yourself that you can do it. We can actually convince ourselves to succeed or fail by what we tell ourselves. Another good avenue to help you stay positive is to pick out a very positive workout partner. By doing this you could both encourage and motivate each other.

STAY ACTIVE - Be sure to get plenty of activity. This is one of the most important aspects of keeping weight off. Do your best to stay active in your life. A suggestion would be to get involved in some of the programs and fitness classes at Premiere. A really good opportunity starting in January is the ACMC Health For Life program. It is open to members

and the public with plenty of rewards for contest winners. You could also try a personal trainer to reach your goals. They can be a valuable resource in helping you move forward mentally and physically by encouraging you to stay on track toward a healthier you.

NUTRITION - Use the food pyramid. Eat a variety of food to get all of the nutrition you need. Give your self a cheat day or a cheat meal. Try not to deprive yourself of the foods you love. If they

are not healthy choices, eat them in moderation. Do not skip meals. Start with a nutritious breakfast and eat several small meals a day to speed your metabolism. Keep a food journal. You would be surprised to see how many calories you are actually eating throughout the day. You bite it, you write it! Drink eight, eight-ounce glasses of water a day.

TAKE TIME FOR YOU - Taking time for yourself helps you accomplish more and stay motivated. Even though you are exercising and eating healthy you still need to reward yourself for your accomplishments. Stop by the Premiere Salon and see what packages they have to reward yourself, such as a massage, facial, new hair cut, style or a manicure and a pedicure. Reward yourself with things that make you happy and make your life less stressful. Make your reward fun. Avoid making your reward food. Try Yoga. It helps relieve stress and helps control hunger while making you stronger, flexible and more balanced physically and mentally. Meditating and clearing your mind will also help relax you and focus more on every day routines. If you fall off the wagon just hop right back on. Take each day at a time with small goals and remember to take at least 15 minutes of alone time. YOU are the most important item on your To Do list!

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ASK THE TRAINER

Please join us for our monthly Lunch ‘n Learn series on Tuesday, January 22nd from noon until 1:30 pm at Premiere Fitness. The topic will be “Healthy Tips for the New Year” and will be presented by Kathy Chiacchiero, RN, Educator Instructor. Learn how little changes can make a big difference. Bring your favorite healthy dish and vote for your favorite! Prizes will be awarded to the winners!

“DOZEN” IT FEEL GREAT CLUBCongratulations to the 2012 “Dozen” it Feel Great winner Tim Justice! Tim won a FREE YEAR at Premiere Fitness! How Do I Join The “Dozen It Feel Great!” Club? Simply workout 12 or more times per month. We will be draw a lucky winner each month for a special gift. Every month you workout 12 or more times, you will receive an entry for the annual grand prize, a FREE ONE-YEAR MEMBERSHIP! LUNCH ‘n LEARN:

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DIGITAL MAMMOGRAPHY AT ACMCAdvanced Technology. Here in Ashtabula. Mammography is the gold standard test for diagnosing breast cancer.ACMC is proud to offer digital mammography technology. Over half a million dollars has been invested in bringing digital mammography technology to Ashtabula County Medical Center. The new mammography equipment will provide our community with the most current technology in breast imaging. ACMC President and CEO Michael Habowski said, “The investment in digital mammography represents our dedication to providing the best diagnostic tools for our physicians and patients. The new equipment provides better images and gives physicians more control over what they see on the screen. It also makes the test safer and more comfortable for patients.” Since there is no waiting for film to be developed, the technologist can evaluate the quality of the images as they are taken. The image brightness, darkness, or contrast can all be adjusted so the physician can more easily distinguish between breast tissue and cancerous cells. Another added benefit of digital mammography is that patients spend less time in the exam room, and patients rarely need to return for repeat images due to under- or over-exposures.

The benefits of digital mammography:

* Ability to adjust the contrast and brightness to improve image quality* Ability to see the image immediately - no film to be developed* Optimal compression of the breast for the best results and patient comfort* Reduced exposure to radiation during the exam* Computer Assisted Diagnosis alerts physicians to specific area of the image* Ability to view multiple images on the screen for comparison

If further testing is needed, stereotactic breast biopsy is now available at ACMC. Stereotactic biopsy uses a small needle and numbing of that area of the breast, rather than by making an incision in the breast in the operating room while the patient is under general anesthesia.

To schedule a mammogram, call 440-997-6590

PERSONAL TRAINING SPECIAL3 One-Hour Sessions

for $99 OR

10% Off Your First Personal Training

Session or Package with Angel

Expires: 1/31/13

Kathy Chiacchiero, RN

Educator Instructor

CHECK OUT THE NEW CLASSES FOR JANUARY!CRANK IT UP: A fast paced, high energy cardio class guaranteed to make you sweat! (Mondays at 9:15 am)

MUSCLE PUMP: If you like Body Pump, you will love Muscle Pump. Get a full body resistance workout in this high energy sculpting and toning class. (Tuesdays at 7:15 am and 6:15 pm and Thursdays at 7:15 am.)