April Showers Bring
May Flowers
APRIL 2013
Newsletter
Joanie’s Corner
Bring on the April
showers! There's
nothing better than
having fresh clean air to breathe
and seeing colorful flowers to
brighten the landscape...and our
mood. While I have gone through
a "drought" in my workouts, I tortured myself with endless selfimprovement. Now I'm doing it for
my health and striving for my personal best. Nowadays, there's still
a bit of vanity. Exercising for me
is much more about sanity. If lifts
my mood and gives me patience
to drive a long way to and from
work. I exercise so I can enjoy my
life since my body is at my service
and not the other way around. I
am aware the seniors aren't as fit
as they were decades ago but
they're doing better than those
who avoid exercise altogether. No
point in going for perfectionism
since it leads to exercising without
enjoyment and for the wrong reason. Staying both fit and healthy
means avoiding either extreme
and continuing to work out regularly. Get out of your drought and
banish the boredom. That is a
mood brightener! I hope you all
have a healthy April and don’t forget to cheer on those awesome
Texas Rangers.
Maverick Athletic Club
MAVERICK CHILI COOK-OFF
Who would have thought "wild hog" would be a choice
of meat for chili? Along with turkey, venison and
ground beef, all nine entries had that spicy kick to get
your nose running! They all received "BEST" voting but
the most votes went to Doug Robinson's “Kick Ass
Chili”. He won the $20 gift card to Chili's. Second
place went to chili cook-off pro Bruce Whitson for his
“B.S. Chili”. He even brought his own cornbread pie to
accompany his pot. Jane Semler earned a third place
prize for her pot of “Celebrity Chili”.
Thank you to all the Maverick members who brought
crackers, cheeses, cornbread, chips and even desserts
to help complete the meal as the voters marked their
ballot. Next year we need someone to bring the Tums.
Joanie
Maverick Athletic Club 1919 W. Pioneer Pkwy. Arlington, TX 76013  (817) 275-3348  www.themav.com
ACTIVE WEEK
Every year in April the Maverick designates an active week of fun and craziness to kick off
spring! Who says this kind of fun is for kids? Join us and please participate in these fun activities this week.
MONDAY - Starting Monday, April 22nd, it will be Texas Rangers t-shirts to
wear. Show your spirit and let's do the wave to win some games!
TUESDAY - Tuesday, April 23rd, we will all be wearing a bandana. Be creative
and wear it in a different way besides around your neck. Just don't go looking
like an "outlaw".
WEDNESDAY - Wednesday, April 24th is tropical day. There will be a Bahama
Bash potluck luncheon at noon. Bring a dish of any kind to share. Wear your
Hawaiian shirts or sarongs.
THURSDAY - Thursday the 25th will be hats day. Crazy or not, wear something on your head!
FRIDAY - Friday the 26th will be crazy socks day. Mismatch your socks or
wear something really bright and bold. Bring attention to your feet!
SUNDAY - There will be a finale to this whirlwind of activities on Sunday, April
28th. A PROM! This is a formal/cocktail attire event with DJ Dave Tanner from
770am radio. Music of the 30's, 40's, and 50's. $5 charge to in the aerobic room
starting at 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Snacks and punch will be served.
IS THERE A BEST TIME TO EXERCISE?
Yes, whenever you want!! Since most of our classes are in the
morning, exercises are most likely to bank a workout because they
get it done before a daily routine gets in the way. Playing basketball
during the lunchtime hour is a good time. Even in the evening
classes, your body temperature is at its highest in late afternoon
making your muscles more flexible. Any workout you do is a win
and any time offers health perks. Come down and shoot some
hoops, we have the basketballs already down on the court for you.
Dance Like No One is Watching
Dancing is a physical activity with a lot of movin' and groovin'. This was something we all used to enjoy when we were younger - or even now with the Senior
Rec Center offering dances for the "older" population. Besides it being fun, we
also reap the benefits of cardiovascular health, more energy, better balance, less
stress and socialization. Even better, it's low impact. So......how about putting on
your dancing shoes and applying your fancy footworks to the Maverick Prom?
Details to follow - stay tuned!
Lost and Found
The winter season is the worst time to leave behind jackets, scarves, sweaters and
anything left in the locker rooms. If you can't find your stuff at home,
most likely it's here. Even jewelry, watches, and glasses are stashed in
the front desk drawers. Please inquire with the front desk personnel of
your lost treasure. Otherwise, Goodwill will make use of your product! Thanks.
Shhhh! - Library!
Since we don't have a librarian on staff, it would be considerate to put books on the
shelves and not leave them in bags or boxes. No magazines, please. It seems Instructions and Self-Help books aren't in demand either. If you enjoy reading and
sharing the books, please take care of the pages and use a bookmark. The
Women's Fitness Center is being used frequently and it needs to be clutter-free of
junk lying around. Thank you and happy reading.