♥  FEBRUARY 2012  ♥

National Heart Health Month

CELEBRATE NATIONAL WEAR RED DAY ON FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3^rd!

Each year on the first Friday in February, thousands of hospitals, small businesses, news broadcasters, schools, individuals and even landmarks “Go Red”  to help raise crucial awareness and significant funds in the fight against heart disease in women.

Stop by the Tower Lobby on Feb. 3^rd from 11am-1pm for heart healthy tips and give aways.

Hypertension (high blood pressure) affects people at all stages in life. Blood pressure reflects both how hard the heart is working and what condition the arteries are in. On Friday we encourage all members and non-members to drop by the club to have their blood pressure checked using our ScreenAmerica Wellness Systems Health Station! No pressure. :)

$15 OFF FIRST 1-HOUR MASSAGE FROM ALLISON KIRLEY!

WSAC is pleased to announce the arrival of our new massage therapist, Allison Kirley!  Allison is a Licensed Massage Therapist and Nutritional Therapy Practitioner in Portland, Oregon. She is a graduate of the University of Western States' 750-hour massage program where she learned a variety of massage techniques including swedish; deep tissue; prenatal; myofascial release; oncology and manual lymph drainage. Along with clinic experience at the Columbia Integrated Care Clinic and the UWS Student Health Center, Allison participated in a clinic rotation at NW Cancer Specialists, where she offered massage to patients receiving chemotherapy treatments.  Allison is also certified through the Nutritional Therapy Association as a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and has an undergraduate degree in exercise science from Rocky Mountain College in Billings, Montana. In her free time she can be found experimenting in her kitchen, practicing yoga, and running or biking around the wonderful city of Portland. Massage with Allison is available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12-6pm. Contact the front desk today to schedule your first 1-hour massage with Allison and receive $15 off!

FREE ACUPUNCTURE CONSULTATION!

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Although heart disease is sometimes thought of as a "man's disease," it is the leading cause of death for both women and men in the United States, and women account for nearly 50% of heart disease deaths. Heart disease is often perceived as an "older woman's disease," and it is the leading cause of death among women aged 65 years and older. However, heart disease is the third leading cause of death among women aged 25–44 years and the second leading cause of death among women aged 45–64 years. Remember that many cases of heart disease can be prevented!

The month of February is dedicated to raising awareness about this silent killer. Prevention is the key to reducing risk factors. Even small lifestyle changes can have a profound effect on your overall health and strengthen your cardiovascular system. Steps to prevention include managing hypertension (high blood pressure), quitting smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, reducing stress and improved sleep - all of which can be helped with acupuncture.

Acupuncture is a 3000 years old preventative medicine that works with your body to promote optimal health. Your acupuncturist will work with you to rebalance your system while treating the whole body. Our goal is to keep you healthy or help you get back to where you should be.

Schedule a free consultation at the West Side Athletic Club to find out how acupuncture can help you and your heart! Contact Diane Behall, LAc at 503.222.7800 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it to set up your appointment.