Karen Martin’s Personal Training Story – An Unexpected Journey
Sometimes journeys happen without planning. That is the case for my current journey of health. Doctor encouragement, physical therapy, family encouragement, changing the way/what I eat, shedding weight, personal training (with Kathleen Danforth), warm water pool, fitness room—which part of the journey is the key, or maybe they all fit together like a fascinating jigsaw […]
The Mediterranean Diet
As I enter my third month living in Italy, I have had a fair amount of time to experience the Mediterranean Diet. The Mediterranean Diet is known around the world as one of the healthiest eating plans we can follow. It is linked to lower blood pressure, risk of heart disease, blood sugar, and other […]
VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT: Sue Belisle
Our many thanks go out to our wonderful volunteer Sue Belisle. Sue comes to us from the world of corporate travel planning, so we totally benefit from her gifts as she’s learned our systems and knows just how to compliment the Swim Lesson and Splash Camp programs! Sue takes on the responsibility of Saturday morning […]
Issy Hiller Shines!
Vermont Standard Feature Local swimmer shines at Sectional Championships The future looks bright for local swimmer Issy Hiller Hiller, a sophomore at Woodstock High School, recently competed at the 2019 Eastern Zone North Speedo Short Course Sectionals at Ithaca College in Ithaca, N.Y. She was one of nine swimmers from the Upper Valley Aquatic Club […]
UVAC LOVE Open House Saturday, April 27 @ 10am-2pm
We LOVE all the friends we have made! Saturday, April 27 –White River Junction, VT—As part of a month long member and guest appreciation campaign called, “LOVE WHAT YOU DO AT UVAC,” Upper Valley Aquatic Center will host a community appreciation day called UVAC LOVE Open House on Saturday, April 27 from […]
The Mind Can Make the Body Sick But Only the Body Can Make the Mind Well: From Eating Disorder, Personal Training and Finally Freedom
I have spent half my life suffering from an eating disorder I have spent a third of my life seeking treatment but still suffering I have lived free for three years. In treatment they had a saying “the mind can make the body sick but only the body can make the mind well.” A […]
Eat to Defeat Cancer™
Starting March 11, UVAC Pals for Life program, UVAC’s free small group exercise program for breast cancer survivors, will offer another opportunity. In the Eat to Defeat Cancer™ Nutrition program, Dr. Laleh Talebian, Ph.D will teach participants how to care for themselves by developing a healthy relationship with food. We encourage any PALS graduate to […]
Take Group Cycling for a Spin
We’ve all heard the saying “It’s just like riding a bike,” a phrase meant to reassure the listeners that the task before them — whatever it is — will come naturally and can’t be unlearned once mastered. There’s a reason the object in this old adage is a bike and not, say, a unicycle or […]
Love What YOU Do! Eat What You Love…
The holiday season is often considered a time of indulgence. Sweets and treats may be on many people’s minds as Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. It can be a stressful time, especially those trying to lose weight or achieve a healthier lifestyle. I’m here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be difficult or […]
