Health Benefits of Cold Showers

Sooo...Most of you know that we are without hot water this week and it was suggested to me to find the benefits of cold showers. Thanks Darryl. I went to our information superhighway and lo and behold you can find anything on the internet, guess what I found?

Many cultures in many countries enjoy the benefits of cold showers or plunges. Some of the benefits that I found were as follows: Improves circulation, relieves depression, keeps your skin and hair healthy, strengthens your immune system, increases testosterone, and increases fertility. Now, with all that being said, further research did find that women that are menstrating should not take cold showers during that time. Also persons with heart problems are not suggested to take cold showers. I did find testimony from one person that had a quadruple bypass surgery and had been taking cold showers since his recovery and felt better than ever.

I hope all of you realize this is very tongue in cheek, but we need to find light in every situation that we can. Is your cup half full or half empty? Have a great day and make it the best it can be!!

Check Out The Gentle Classes!

Yes, the pools are being drained starting this evening, I know I know, "what will I do?". First off let's set this straight, we do this every year, it is part of our yearly maintenance. We do have alternative classes you can do. For those of you in need of a gentler workout we have some great classes for you to try out. Improve your flexibility and balance with classes like, "Flex"," Gentle-Stretch", "TaiChi", "Yoga", "Core Stability", or "Lighten Up". These are all great alternatives to pool exercises and a great way to try something new and shake up your workout. Give it a try and have a great day!!

Cholesterol Screening

It's almost time again. The first Thursday of every month we do our cholesterol screening, which is coming up next Thursday, September 1st. Our screening is held from 7:00am to 10:00am, you need to fast 12 hours prior to coming in (that means no coffee) you may of course drink water. This is a walk in clinic but it is handled very quickly, you are in and out of here in almost no time. A complete screening runs $25.00, LDL and HDL only $15.00, and cholesterol in general $10.00.

Pool Closure and Boiler Retrofit Reminder

Just a little reminder on some upcoming maintenance and repairs that you need to be aware of. The therapy pool will close at 5 pm on Friday, August 26. The lap pool and spa will close on Saturday, August 27. All pools will re-open on Tuesday, September 6.


Starting Monday, August 29 through Friday, September 2 there will be no hot water. We have to do a boiler retrofit/repair, this project may take up to 5 days to complete. The Summit really appreciates your patience and understanding during this time. We hope these projects will improve your Summit experience. Thank you and have a great day!

Gypsy Fusion Bellydancing Date Change

Sooo...I told you about the Gypsy Fusion Bellydancing class that was coming up on Saturday, August 27, now I need to tell you about some changes. Our bellydancing instructor is an archaeologist and has received an opportunity to go on a "dig". This was a very last minute situation but one that she could not pass up. However, she has to leave the very weekend that the bellydancing class was scheduled. The long and the short of this is that the class has been rescheduled for October 1st. If I get any more details I will let you know.

Saturday Super Swim Workout

Join us Saturdays for a Super Swim Workout beginning Saturday September 10 at 7:00am to 8:15am! Improve your technique and endurance with a challenging and fun coached workout. Your coach, Emily von Jentzen, is a certified and triathlon swim coach, she will get you ready for your next triathlon or swimming competition. You should be able to swim 50 yards freestyle with rhythmic breathing before joining the class.Each session is 6 months long.

The cost for members is $30.00, the cost for non members is $90.00. The Fall session will run September 10 though February 25, you can sign up at the front desk or for more information call Jonnette at 751-4161.

Get In Touch with Your Inner Gypsy

Keep your schedule open for Saturday, August 27 from 11:00 to 12:30 for our Gypsy Fusion Belly Dance class. This class will teach you the basic movements and drills of fusion style bellydance. This style of dance has it's influences from various forms of dance, including hip hop, Bongra, Rom traditional dance, burlesque, ballet, etc...Bring and friend and dress up if you like-showing the belly is optional! Getting fit and looking beautiful has arrived in the fun and expressive form of bellydance...come and have fun!

This class will be held in studio A, it is being taught by Blair Logan and is for ages 13 and up. For admission: members and non members are asked to please bring one item to be donated to the Flathead Food Bank. Please register by August 26 by emailing kriley@krmc.org or call 751-4131.

Calling All Yoga Instructors

Sooo...are there any certified yoga instructors out there that like early mornings? We are having some challenges keeping our 6:00am yoga class going. The problem is that our wonderful yoga instructor has another job that is conflicting with her teaching yoga at that time. How Rude!!

While we don't want to lose our current instructor, we really do need to fill that time slot. So if you like early mornings, are yoga certified the Summit is the place you need to be. For more information call Kris at 751-4131

Whitefish Lake Swim

Join us Sunday, August 28 at Whitefish Lake Beach for a 1 mile open water swim beginning and ending at the beach. Early registration cost on or before August 26th is $12.00, race day registration is $17.00. Race start time is 9:15.

Additional info: All participants must be at least 15 years old, wet suits are encouraged as the water temperature will be in the low 60's. Fins and other swim aids are NOT allowed.

Packet pick-up will be August 26th from 5:00 to 7:00pm at the Summit or Sunday, August 28th from 7:00 to 8:30 am at Whitefish City Beach. There is a mandatory pre-race safety meeting at 8:45 am.

Get signed up now and join the fun!!

Senior Dollar Day

It's here again, the first Wednesday of every month is our Senior Dollar Day. Anyone 65 and older is invited to come enjoy the activities at the Summit for only a $1.00. That's right!! $1.00. Enjoy the therapy pool, lap pool, take some classes, lift weights, do some cardio or walk the track. Whatever you feel like doing the choice is yours. Come on in, it's only a buck!!