DECEMBER 2018 | ISSUE 1

Welcome to The Pride - our monthly news letter to better engage our community. In here you will find a quote of the month to kick us off, followed by “The Pride’s Pride” - a monthly spotlight on exciting accomplishments of our members. You will also find our mobility section where we will educate around various techniques and lifestyle hacks to better optimize your daily and sports performance. We will feature a Meal of the Month from our community partner, Zeal - Food for Enthusiasts. And last but not least, we will update you on community events, recommended podcasts and any other tidbits of valuable information. We hope you enjoy and feedback is always welcome!

#QUOTEOFTHEMONTH AS 2019 APPROACHES

The New Year is approaching and we all know what that means: New Years Resolutions. We can poke fun at the likely case that many people will not stick to their resolutions after January, but at Lions Den we encourage everyone in our community to set goals and go after them. What's important to remember during this process is that it is okay to fail. It is okay to slip up on your goals. As the quote above states, it is the person who refuses to stop fighting that gets the victory. We must look at the New Year as a continuation of our fight; the fight to be healthy, the fight to be strong and the fight to call ourselves a Lion!

THE PRIDE’S PRIDE

#MOBILITY

A common goal among active people is to move and feel better. To improve mobility and movement quality we must first start with a foundational component, proper spinal mechanics. This is often overlooked and under practiced. Organizing and stabilizing the spine in any environment is paramount to improving mobility and physical well-being. Below are daily situations to be mindful of our spinal mechanics.

If you feel yourself starting to slouch or searching for less than optimal positions, then you’ve found yourself a red flag moment! Take the opportunity to re-organize your posture by repeating standing bracing sequence. The trick here is to always be aware of your spinal mechanics.

The goal here is to rewire your brain through constant awareness of proper spinal mechanics. If you have any questions, please ask one of the “Mobility Nerds” aka Lions Den Personal Trainers.

Get Zeal on the Go!

With our busy lives, it can be difficult to find time for exercise and healthy eating. That's why Lions Den has teamed up with Zeal to offer our athletes the opportunity to order pickup or delivery right here at the gym!

COMING SOON: Before your scheduled class or training session, ask to place an order for Zeal and you'll be able to choose from an extensive menu and have your food prepped and ready for pickup after your workout (Zeal is located just over one mile from Lions Den) or delivered right to you at Lions Den for a small fee. It doesn't get much easier than that to take care of your physical and nutrition needs all at the same time! 

#ZEALMEALS

Recipe of the Month - Mussels with Anchovy, Rosemary and Pickled Chilies

What it is
Zeal's mussel appetizer is at the top of our list because it's not only nutrient-packed, it's also delicious! These steamed beauties are served hot in a savory broth of anchovy, white wine and garlic, and a touch of butter. They're topped with an assortment of pickled chilies to add a little zip and zest to this warm delicious dish. 

Why we chose it
Mussels are a fantastic choice for athletes because they're packed with protein and calcium, are low in fat and calories, and are full of omega-3 fatty acids, which help combat inflammation and speed up recovery from strenuous athletic activity. Mussels are also low in the food chain, which means that they have lower levels of mercury than many other sea foods. Additionally, they're a great sustainable choice, so cultivating and harvesting them has a very minimal impact on the environment. 

How you can get it
Try Zeal's mussel appetizer at their Landmark location or call in your to-go order for pickup! This dish is available during both lunch and dinner.

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