We are almost halfway through the year, so we wanted to check in with Henrietta Tindall, the winner of our 2019 RAC Scholarship. Last time we caught up with Henrietta, she eagerly described her goals of running a half marathon at Disney World, but needed help making a plan of action. Here’s how...
There are some people that when we meet them, we like them instantly. That was exactly the case with Henrietta Tindall and her application for the 2019 RAC scholarship. Her video submission was the first we watched, and while each and every applicant impacted and impressed us in some way, Henrietta’s story stuck...
Tribe Team Training already boasts thousands of members from all around the globe, and in the new year, it’s coming to Raintree Athletic Club too. While RAC already offers a wide variety of group fitness programs, the addition of Tribe Team Training will fill the small group training niche for which many have...
By Nikki Halvorsen Each year, Raintree Athletic Club offers up the RAC Scholarship to one deserving club member. The RAC Scholarship entitles the recipient to 12 personal training sessions, nutrition education and planning, and a whole year’s worth of support to help him or her achieve their health and wellness goals. As 2018...
It seems like the Halloween candy displays in the stores come out earlier and earlier each year, and now that we are over halfway through October, the Halloween chocolate temptations are out in full effect! Life is all about balance, so we say: enjoy the candy! If you are particularly concerned about breaking...
By Nikki Halvorsen We talk a lot about improving our health in the fitness industry, for obvious reasons, but too often, mental health is omitted from the conversation. While some people may feel there is a stigma surrounding mental health issues, there has been a push in recent years to end that embarrassing...
We were thrilled to present a check for $1500 to Athletes in Tandem, Inc. this morning. The money was raised during our 2nd Annual Golf Tournament held last October. Athletes in Tandem will be cycling through Yellowstone National Park for four days in May. Levina Miller, of Lititz, PA, an athlete who has done several...
Raintree Athletic Club would like to introduce the newest recipient of the RAC Fitness for Life Scholarship, Annie Carey. The Fitness for Life Scholarship enhances the recipient’s club experience, and provides guidance toward a healthier lifestyle and fitness tools to achieve success. This year’s recipient, Annie Carey, is excited to start using the full benefits...
This past January, Gia Heflin was announced as the 2017 RAC Scholarship recipient. After nearly a year of using RAC to the fullest, she has not only moved forward on her fitness journey but accomplished multiple goals and shows no sign of stopping. After serving in the United States Army for 5 years, Gia found...
Celebrating Easter with the family usually comes with treat baskets for the kids, hunting for chocolate and candies, and a wide brunch or dinner spread. You may not be able to sell your kids entirely on carrots and only healthy options gifted from the Easter Bunny, but there are choices that can make...
New to running or just out of the game? Spring is running season and the races and events may be a tempting challenge, but where should you start? RAC Personal Trainer and resident running expert Ashley Foos has 10 tips for runners looking to get back into the swing of things. Invest in New Shoes:...
Approximately 91% of women in the United States are unhappy with their body appearance. Approximately 43% of men are similarly dissatisfied. Each day, we are bombarded with images of “perfect” men and women — in magazines, TV, movies, and on social media. It seems like we can hardly go anywhere without seeing headlines...
Did you know that over 1 million American lives are taken annually due to heart disease? This makes it the number one killer of both men and women in this country. Heart Disease is known as a “silent killer,” often showing little or no symptoms. The only way to check for issues that may...
Thanksgiving reminds us to be thankful for all of the things we have in our lives, but this time of the year is often followed by a period of extreme spending, consuming, and holiday madness. For many, the holidays can be a very bright point in their year, but for others, it can be...
Each October you may notice an influx of the pink ribbon, sports teams wearing pink, the NFL changing some of their branding to pink, and other subtle hints that October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. The Big C affects just about everyone — friends, family members, loved ones — but taking care of...
This is not your mother’s yoga class — unless she appreciates old school hip hop, rap, and R&B beats. Hip Hop Yoga is a heated power yoga class held Tuesdays from 8:00-9:00pm taught by RAC instructor Chelsey Peacock. Practice is located in studio two and is candle-lit (battery powered/non-flammable). “This has to be a...
