Paul is approaching eight years as a member of The Chatham Club and has become a staple of the early afternoon crowd. Paul first entered The Chatham Club while doing physical therapy at Professional Physical Therapy in our building. When he finished his rehab, he followed through on our club's free month offer for finishing therapy, and he's been with us ever since. During his time with us, Paul has lost 25-30 pounds and maintained [...]
Let's be honest, we've all been there. You're putting in the sweat, the time, and the effort, but suddenly, it feels like you're stuck in quicksand, and those gains you were making seem to have vanished into thin air. Don't throw in the towel just yet. We're going to share tips, tricks, and advice on how to overcome those plateaus and keep the progress train moving. We'll explore workout strategies, nutrition advice, and the mental [...]
Laurie has been a member of The Chatham Club for 20 years. She visited the Club when she moved here from South Jersey 20 years ago. Laurie loved that it was convenient to get to and had a nice, inviting atmosphere. This was the move she needed to get her fitness level and mental state to where she wanted it to be. In addition to improving her cardiovascular and muscular strength, Laurie has noticed a [...]
How Processed Foods Can Affect Your Health Picture this: a grocery store aisle lined with brightly colored packages, each promising a convenient, mouthwatering meal in minutes. Processed foods have infiltrated our lives, and while all foods are processed to some degree, it is the ultra-processed foods that we need to limit our intake of. Hidden Culprits: Have you ever had that bag of potato chips disappear in a flash or sat there binge watching Netflix [...]
The Member of the Month for October is Lisa Butkowski. Lisa has been a member of The Chatham Club for nearly 20 years. She was looking for a club close to her home, and thankfully, for us, the Chatham Club was nearby. What are some of your favorite things about The Chatham Club? I like that there is a lot of equipment and things to do in what looks like a small place. The [...]
How Beauty Rest Unlocks Weight Loss, Health, and All-Day Motivation Do you ever feel like your snooze button is your closest companion? Well, guess what? You might be onto something bigger than just catching a few extra Zzz's. While we've all heard that "early to bed, early to rise" spiel, the connection between sleep and weight loss, health, and motivation is like the secret sauce no one told you about. So, buckle up because we're [...]
September's Member of the Month is Karina Larsson After moving to the area from Sweden 23 years ago, she spent a little time getting acclimated to the area and then decided it was time to find a gym. Lucky for us, she found The Chatham Club and has been a loyal member for over 21 years! She even convinced her husband to join ten years ago. She loved that the club was easily accessible from [...]
Let Music Motivate Your Next Workout Music is a powerful tool that you can harness to improve your physical abilities, and it can lead to more positive and enjoyable workouts with lasting impacts. Read on to discover the benefits of listening to music while you exercise, and then check out our specially curated workout playlists! Increase Endurance and Productivity According to Sport Psychologist C.I. Karageorghis, music – especially fast-paced music - can improve athletic performance [...]
Member of the Month – Beth Fitt The Member of the Month for August is Beth Fitt. Beth has been a member of The Chatham Club for 13 years and counting. She first began using the club because the club’s proximity to home allowed her to get here for a great workout quickly and then back home to her family. She used a complimentary session with a trainer to acclimate to the club; the rest [...]
Maximize Your Workout: Unleashing the Power of Functional Training Functional training has been gaining significant popularity in the fitness world and for a good reason. It goes beyond traditional exercise routines by focusing on movements that mimic real-life activities, improving your strength, flexibility, and balance in a way that directly translates to everyday functionality. Whether you're an athlete looking to enhance your performance or simply aiming to improve daily activities, functional training has something to [...]
