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We live in the greatest of all times. Technology,
genetic engineering and microbiology have changed our lives and
priorities. Truly extraordinary. Life expectancies have risen from
50 years in the 1900s to almost 80 years and because of the
continued advancement in medicine and diet many predict that life
expectancy could reach 100 years by mid century. Can you believe
it?
To a large degree you control the quality
of your health. It is axiomatic that exercise and diet play a direct
and significant role in the qualitative longevity of your existence.
Do we want to spend our years physically inactive and dependent
on others or would we rather live an independent physically active
life?
As keen observers of human behavior we have
always been amazed by the priorities and angles of vision our society
would impose upon us. We are willing to spend hundreds of thousands
of dollars on a home, thousands of dollars on a vehicle, boat, RV,
computer, sound system, vacation, etc. Hundreds of dollars on a
weekend splurge, dinner, wine, bar hopping, buying cloths, etc.
However, what good and of what value are these things if we do not
have the self image or health to enjoy them? Shouldnt an
investment into our own health and self image be our first priority?
At 7Flags we offer over several hundred ways to exercise. Do you
think you can find one exercise to do twice a week to your liking?
Is a 7Flags Fitness and Racquet Club membership a prudent and wise
use of your hard earned money?
There are so many demonstrable psychological
and physical benefits to exercise within a Health Club setting;
- Enhance your self image
- Builds your confidence
- Reduces your risk of heart disease,
high blood pressure, osteoporosis, diabetes and obesity
- Keeps joints, tendons and ligaments
flexible so it's easier to move around
- Reduces some of the effects of aging
- Contributes to your mental well-being
and helps treat depression
- Helps relieve stress and anxiety
- Increases your energy and endurance
- Helps you sleep better
- Helps you maintain a normal weight
by increasing your metabolism (the rate you burn calories)
- Social interactions and new friendships
- Develop discipline and good habits
- Reduce the risk of back problems
- Weight Loss
- Reduce the risk of gastrointestinal
problems
- Reduces leg cramps
- Reduce the risk of colon cancer and
premature death
And all research confirms the health benefits
received are exponential the older we are, even if we start exercising
late in life! Now, when you recognize the opportunities of health
and value of belonging to 7Flags Fitness and Racquet Club does price
really matter juxtaposed to everything else in your life?
For those of us that live busy lives exercise
should be our ambrosia. Nothing reduces the stress of 21st century
living than a good workout, sitting in the steam, sauna or whirlpool
with a friend, getting a therapeutic massage or a manicure and pedicure.
All the time knowing the kids or grand kids are safe in the Kids
Gym or nursery or playing tennis. There is no better feeling than
the one you get after you have finished your workout.
Set the right example, start with and for
yourself and then for those that you care about. Join 7 Flags. Encourage
your friends and family members to join 7Flags with you. Make 7Flags
your place to interact with friends and family. The price of admission
is miniscule compared to the cumulative benefits received. What
a bargain! |