Thankfully... there's yoga!

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YOGA at SCAC

Yoga has come to SCAC in a big way. These first round of classes are sure to work the kinks out of your day and allow for breath and energy to flow back in!

To sign up, visit socoathleticclub.com for a full class description and to register. Classes are open to all levels and space is limited to 15.

2009 YOGA SCHEDULE

vinyasa flow - new!
thursdays, beginning 11/5
7:15 - 8:15 pm
taught by: Emily Young

healing vinyasa flow
fridays, 1:00 - 2:00 pm
taught by: Emily Young

community yoga: a practice in giving thanks - new!
sunday, 11/15 (one day only)
12:30 - 1:45 pm
donations to benefit the Capital Area Food Bank
taught by: Jyl Kutsche

restorative holiday yoga - new!
four sundays, 11/22 - 12/13
10:30 am - 12 pm
taught by: Jyl Kutsche

Classes are small and are open to both members: $10 and guests: $15

boxing class again?! why yes...

so we had such a good time that we're gonna do it again:

boxing class
now every monday
6:30 pm

south congress athletic club
1109-c s congress ave

$5/$10 (members/guests)
promo code: punch

space is limited
online registration

Heart Healthy Brownies

Okay so here's a brownie recipe that will knock your socks off AND keep you feelin' fine. It is from our friend Lynn Heisel, Certified Holistic Nutrition Counselor, AADP who can be reached for more info at http://bodysoulandbowl.com/.

Chickpeas are the secret ingredient in these rich, delicious brownies. I've served them to many rave reviews and no one can even guess! They are easy to make completely sugar-free, but my favorite recipe uses brown rice syrup and semisweet chocolate chips. These brownies will deeply satisfy a sweet craving without guilt.

Note: These brownies are crumbly. It helps to line the pan with parchment paper that goes over the sides, so that you may lift the brownies out after they cool. That way you can cut them straight down with a chef's knife. Freeze a batch so that you have a healthy sweet snack at hand any time.



1 1/2 c. semisweet chocolate chips OR carob chips
2 c. canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
4 eggs
1/2 tsp. baking powder
pick your sweetener: 3/4 c. brown rice syrup OR
2/3 c. agave nectar OR
1 1/4 c. date sugar OR
1 c. sugar

1. Place chips in a heat resistant bowl on top of a boiling pot of water until melted.
2. In a blender or food processor, combine beans and eggs.
3. Add sweetener, baking powder, and melted chips. Process until smooth.
4. Pour batter into an 8" or " square non-stick pan.
5. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes.
6. Allow to cool, cut, and serve.

Healthy Recipe: NY Bison Strip Steak

For those of you who like a good steak, try out this fantastic, healthy recipe. It's one from our friend, Garrett Weber-Gale, UT Austin alum and 2008 Beijing Olympic gold medalist. Not only is he amazing in the pool but also in the kitchen. He focuses on healthy meals for everyday living as well as for athletic performance. I believe you can buy bison steaks at Central Market.

Check out this recipe HERE

More on Garrett and his Athletic Foodie recipes HERE

SCAC Member in Oscar-nominated film

Watch for our very own Mikail Davenport at the Academy Awards tonight! He is featured in the Oscar-nominated documentary short 'The Final Inch'. A heart-breaking and inspiring film, 'Final Inch' is about the dedicated men and women who work to eradicate the persistent polio virus, which remains prevalent in many of the world's poorest corners, and yet is largely forgotten in the United States. Mikail's story is part of the film's quest to bring awareness to the people still battling this disease and to the quiet army that go door-to-door and slum-to-slum to reach the last unvaccinated children.

See more info here:

The Final Inch
Austin American Stateman

Mark Your Calendars :: May 17 :: PARTY

WE'RE HAVING A PARTY AND YOU'RE INVITED!

AGAIN...you say?! YES...we do say! There's a smart new book coming out from our friend and physical therapist Allan Besselink (Smart Life Institute) and we're celebrating because, dang it, writing a book is a tough thing to do and he did it.

RunSmart: A Comprehensive Approach To Injury-Free Running

Official Book Release Party
May 17, 2008 at 7:00 pm
South Congress Athletic Club
1109-B S. Congress Ave., 78704
Wine & light hors d'oeuvres

RunSmart serves as a guide to new and experienced runners, injured runners, triathletes, and health care providers. It provides a more effective model for injury prevention-based training that incorporates the current sports sciences research.

Allan Besselink, PT, Dip.MDT has a unique voice in the world of sport and health care, one that has been defined by his experiences as physical therapist, coach, educator,
patient, athlete, and fan. Through the Smart Life Institute, Allan is helping to make Austin a truly progressive and sports sciences-based 21st century running community.

Copies of the book will be available at the release party and at select local retailers including South Congress Athletic Club. Visit www.smartlifeinstitute.com for further information and a direct link for ordering online.