Lifeguard Responsibilities Increase During Pandemic

When Water Safety Director Nate McCann became a lifeguard at UVAC in 2018, his duties involved the expected: scanning the pool for swimmers in distress, enforcing safety policies, and performing secondary tasks, such as cleaning pools. When the coronavirus pandemic struck in 2020, though, the term “lifeguard” took on new meaning. In addition to their […]

All the Progress I Have Made Training with Susan Vanabs

I have been doing personal training two times a week with Susan Van Abs since last December. Although UVAC had to close due to the pandemic, I signed up again right away to continue my work with Susan. I appreciate the steps you have taken to keep clients and staff safe regarding COVID19. Along with […]

Keeping YOU Safe Every Step of the Way: UVAC Covid-19 Protocols

Splash the Duck in Covid mask

If you haven’t ventured into a gym since before the pandemic, you may find yourself skeptical on whether it is safe to do so. From the moment I first entered the Upper Valley Aquatic Center, I was struck by the friendly professionalism of the staff. Upon entering you will be asked by the front desk […]

TJQMBB??

TJQMBB – a lot of letters representing a small group balance training program returning to the Upper Valley Aquatic Center. Tai Ji Quan:  Moving for Better Balance is an evidence based falls prevention program developed by Fuzhong Li, Ph.D.  Using principles from the martial art, Tai Ji Quan, Dr. Li and team created a structured […]

MyZone AnyWhere – Workouts Anywhere and Anytime

woman using my zone belt

Are you stressed about doing a workout in the gym? Did you purchase a MyZone strap prior to the Pandemic and don’t know what to do with it? If you are doing UVAC YouTube home workouts, UVAC Facebook Live classes, training remotely with your personal trainer or are an outdoorsy type, you can record your […]

Fitness With Your Fur Baby

black dog on beach

Hello Dog Owners, Have you ever thought about how much exercise your dog should be getting in a day? It may be more than what you think. Some dogs require a lot of exercise due to large amounts of energy and other dogs require minimal amounts of exercise because they can’t last as long as […]

The Truth About Juicing and Detoxing

Quick weight loss seems appealing, especially when businesses and products promise 10 pounds in one week or a fat-burning pill. I hate to break it to you, but these claims are not usually evidenced-based and may actually be harmful to the consumer. Two words I frequently hear in the nutrition world are juicing and detoxing, […]

PULL THE NAVEL IN TOWARDS YOUR SPINE?

Should you pull your navel into your spine? Or shouldn’t you? This cue has made it’s way from PT and Pilates into Yoga and mainstream fitness classes everywhere! So, why isn’t it a good idea to hold your belly “sucked in”? Well first of all, you can’t get a full breath when you’re always holding […]