TrueFitness FEB 2010 GX Newsletter

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This months highlight:

February 14, 2010 Chinese NewYear / Valentines Day

House Rules

Whos new?

Food for ThoughtPopeye Powerhouse

Birthday Babies


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Gong Xi Fa Chai Ang Pau Na Lai(Happy Chinese New YearAng Pau come)

There are just so many symbols when

relating to Chinese New Year. There are the

colour red, the lion dances, the ang pows, the

fire crackers and so on and so forth.

But whats far more important than all

the above is the unity of the family. With this

saidI would like to wish everyone in the

family of True Fitness regardless of race and

religion, a very Happy and Prosperous

Chinese New Year.

Oh and Happy Valentines Day too. Love

is in the air this month

With lots and lots of LOVE

Lorraine Kan


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Chinese New Year 2010, year of the Tiger Falls on February

14th and coincidently it coincides with Valentine's Day

Put together for your reading pleasure.

If you didnt know, lets read up. Some fairy tale stories u may or

may not know about Chinese New Year.

A Story about the 12 Chinese New Year Animals

The Chinese New Year Story - The Colour Red and Fireworks

The Story of Nian

February 14, 2010 Chinese New Year

A Story About The 12 Chinese New Year AnimalsThis is a story from China. It is about twelve animals of the zodiac: a dog, a pig, a rat,an ox, a tiger, a hare, a dragon, a snake, a horse, a ram, a monkey and a cockerel.

One day the twelve animals were having an argument. They wanted every year to have

a name. 'I think that this year should be named after me,' barked the dog. 'It shouldbe called the year of the Dog.'

'No.' gibbered the monkey, 'I think this year should be named after me.' said themonkey. 'It should be called the Year of the Monkey.'

'No, no,' breathed the dragon. 'This year should be named after me. It should be calledthe Year of the Dragon.'

The gods were listening. They heard the animals arguing. 'Stop arguing,' demandedone of the gods. The dog stopped arguing. The monkey stopped arguing. The dragon

stopped arguing. They all stopped arguing and listened. The gods boomed, 'Can you

see the big river? You must have a race across the big river. We will name this yearafter the winner of the race.'

So, all the animals lined up on the bank of the river ready for the race. They're off! Theanimals jumped into the water and swam as fast as they could towards the other side.

The ox was very strong and he could swim very fast. Soon he was in front of all the

other animals; but the rat was very clever. He grabbed the ox's tail and climbed onto hisback. The ox didn't know he was there.


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The ox thought he was going to win the race.Just before the ox got to the other side, the rat

jumped off the ox's back onto the grass and

won the race.

'Yippee! Hoorah!' shouted the rat, 'I'm first.'

The ox was very surprised. 'How did you dothat?' he asked, but the rat only laughed.

The gods laughed too and said, 'The rat is the

winner. We will call this year the Year of theRat. The ox was second, so next year will becalled the year of the Ox.

All the other animals finished the race. The tiger was third, the hare was fourth, thedragon was fifth, the snake was sixth, the horse was seventh, the ram was eighth, themonkey was ninth, the cockerel was tenth, the dog was eleventh and the pig was last.

The gods decided that each year would be named after one of the animals in the race.

The animals didn't argue any more. They were very happy, especially the rat becausehe had won the race.

The Story of NianOur friend, Chou told Will and Guy this story about the beast, that lives under the seaor in the mountains, who often appears on New Year's eve to attack people, particularlychildren - however, as luck may have it some things frighten him.

A long time ago during the age of great floods, and when the world was not a safeplace, there was a vicious monster named Nian. Whenever the thirtieth day of the last

lunar month arrived this monster would rise up out of the sea or he would come down

from the mountains killing people and wreaking havoc in their fields and gardens. Thepeople would bar their doors before dark and sit up all night, terrified. The next day

they would leave their homes to greet their neighbours and congratulate them onsurviving.


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Once on the last night of the last month, legend has it, Nian suddenly burst into asmall village devouring almost all the people who lived there. Only two families

emerged unscathed.

The first were a newlywed couple who avoided harm because their celebratory redwedding clothes resembled fire to the monster, so it did not dare to approach them.

The other family was unharmed because their children were playing outside setting offnoisy firecrackers and the noise scared the monster away.

Ever since then Chinese people have worn red clothes, set off firecrackers and put upred decorations on New Year's Eve to keep the vicious monster Nian away.

The Chinese New Year Story - The Colour Red and Fireworks

At the Chinese New Year red is important. People wear red clothes, they write poems

on red paper, and give children 'luck money' in red envelopes. The symbolismbehind the red colour is fire, and fire burns off bad luck. As for fireworks one beliefis that the cracker jacks and sparks frighten away evil spirits.

After the fireworks at the beginning of the celebration of the Chinese new year,

comes the more tranquil Lantern Festival on the last day of the festivities. MostLantern parades feature a dragon made of silk and bamboo. The dancers hold themonstrous dragon aloft on sticks. Their coordination skills make the dragon appearto dance.



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Roses are red

Violets are blueSugar is sweet

And so are you..

Love is in the air. Come Valentines Day, where love is in the air lets check out one ofthe most sought after flower, THE ROSE. Read all about the colours and meaning

rose color symbolismWhile every flower has a wonderful story to tell, the rose stands alone in its

abundant history and color meaning. So much so that we couldnt resist giving it

a little preferential treatment and dedicating a separate space to its rich

symbolism.

Used for hundreds of years to convey messages without words, roses have long

been a symbol of confidentiality - the Latin expression sub rosa (literally "under

the rose") means something told in secret.

Regardless of color, their unique beauty and subtle fragrance convey a message

guaranteed to elicit delight from the recipient and envy from others. If yourelooking for a way to add a little extra sentiment to your silent message of

affection, HERE is a list of the meanings associated with the different colours ofroses

February 14, 2010 Valentines Day


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Representing true love stronger than thorns, the red rose is

known universally as the lovers rose. Theres nothing secret about the red

roses symbolism of love. Valentines Day would hardly exist without this

bold and dramatic bloom. Red roses are the traditional symbol for love

and romance, and a time-honored way to say "I love you." A bouquet of

red roses is the perfect way to express your deep feelings for someone

special.Representing, humility, purity and innocence, the white

rose - often referred to as the bridal rose - is associated with young love.

In Scotland, when the white rose bloomed in autumn, it was seen as a

token of early marriage. Also symbolizing truthand reverence, it sends a

message of loyalty and says "I am worthy of you."

While in Victorian times, the yellow rose symbolized

jealousy, today it represents friendship, joy and caring. A bouquet of

these sun-filled blossoms conveys warmth, gladness and affection.

Yellow with Red Tip - Falling in Love

Symbolizing gentility, femininity, elegance and refinement, the

pink rose also carries additional meanings depending on its hue. A deep

pink conveys gratitude and appreciation, while pale shades connote grace

and gentleness, admiration and happiness.

With their warm, vibrant tones, orange roses symbolize

enthusiasm and desire. If youre looking for a way to express admiration

and attraction - with an underlying message of passion andexcitement -

then send a bouquet filled with these fiery blooms.

White

Yellow

pink

orange


Red


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lilac & purple Thought to be almost mystical innature, with symbolism tied to enchantment, desire and even

proceeding cautiously, its not surprising that lilac and purple roses

send a message of love at first sight,

A great Valentine flower.

In some instances - usually when mixing red with another color rose -

you can send additional messages with your choice of bouquet. For

example, a combination of red and yellow roses conveys gaiety and

happiness, while a mix of red and white roses symbolizes unity

Still more rose symbolismAs if color werent enough to express your innermost thoughts, there

are still more ways that roses can convey your message. For

example, while fresh flowers in a bouquet - like roses in full bloom-

express deep gratitude, a single rose says I still love you. A bouquet

of rosebuds - representing innocent love - says you are forever

young and beautiful. And a thornless rose says love at first sight,

while the tea rose says Illremember you always.

Want to know more check out this web page :

http://www.proflowers.com/flowerguide/rosemeanings

multi-colored roses


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House Rules

This message is from the management

PROHIBITION ON TAKING OF VIDEOS OR PICTURESIN ANY TRUE FITNESS ESTABLISHMENTS

Dear Instructors,

It has been brought to my attention by members that an

Instructor recorded videos and took pictures during classes werebeing conducted.

Please be instructed that you are STRICTLY PROHIBITEDFROM TAKING VIDEOS OR PICTURES during classes unlessfor launches, theme classes and video certifications thathave been approved by the management.

The management will not hesitate to take action against you upto dismissal without giving you notice.

Thank you for your co operation.The Management


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Whos New

Whos this Tai Ko.

Ohits DANIEL LEO.

Please welcome Daniel into True

Fitness as our GXC Pavillion with

effect 1st

February 2010

As we all welcome our new GXC

Daniel, lets not forget to wish our

Taipan GXC Annie Liew farewell asshe continues her journey. We wish

her well

R2 whos our GXC in Pavillion will be taking over the Taipan club

with effective 1st

February 2010.


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Food for Thought

Popeyes Powerhouse

For those who grew up in the 1960s and 1970s, a cartoon character by the name of Popeyeencouraged kids to eat their vegetables. Popeye grew stronger every time he ate spinach from acan. The cartoon character actually made his debut in 1919 and was a popular feature in the 1930s,long before the television cartoon series aired 50 years ago.

Popeye popularized the notion that spinach contains lots of iron and eating it will make youstronger.

Nonetheless, spinach still is a high iron food, providing about 35% of the daily value in a single half-cup serving. Spinach is truly an understated nutritional powerhouse vegetable, because iron is justone of the many vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and antioxidants in a mere half cup of this

vegetable. It is no wonder spinach is often referred to as a Superfood.

If spinach had an ingredient label, you would find listed:

Iron -- builds hemoglobin which transports oxygen through our blood to the brain. Red meatcontains more iron, but calorie count per gram of iron is much higher.

Manganese needed for enzymatic reactions and healthy bone and cartilage.

Vitamin K -- important to bone formation and blood clotting. A single serving contains 200percent of the recommended daily value. Those on blood thinning medications (warfarin

specifically) should limit intake to no more than 1/2 cup per day to assure the medication worksoptimally.

Beta carotene -- antioxidant has cardiovascular health benefits, reduces risk of cancer, mayreduce risk of cataracts and improves immune function.


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Food for Thought

More Benefits of Spinach:-

Neoxanthine and neochromes -- carotenoid compounds with antioxidantactivity that target and promote destruction of prostate cancer cells.

Lutein and zeanthine -- carotenoids that protect the eyes from ultra-violetlight and reduce the risk of developing macular degeneration. Lutein is fat-soluble, so adding a little olive oil to a spinach salad or sauted spinachimproves the bodys ability to use it.

Methlenedioxyflavonol glucoronides -- flavonoids with antioxidant activityslow the division of cancer cells such as stomach, breast and skin cancers.

Kaempferol -- flavanoid linked to reduced ovarian cancer risk.

Glutathione -- acts as an antioxidant, antitoxin and an enzyme cofactor toenhance immune function.

Folate and betane - both lower homocysteine, a blood chemical that candamage arteries and increase risk of heart disease.

Calcium and magnesium -- both help build bone. Magnesium also can lowerblood pressure and is linked to better blood sugar control for people withdiabetes.

Vitamin C important to wound healing and healthy tissue, works asantioxidant that may help prevent colon cancer and is widely believed, butnot proven, to help prevent chronic disease. Must be replenished daily, ishighest is fresh spinach greens and reduced somewhat when cooked.

Protein peptides -- isolated in the Robisco variety of spinach; may help lowerblood pressure like an ACE inhibitor.

Riboflavin along with magnesium has been linked to reduced migraineincidence.

Vitamin E -- reduces risk of cognitive decline.

Co-enzyme Q -- acts like Vitamins E and K in our body and is usually isderived from meats. Spinach and broccoli are the only two vegetablesknown to contain Co-enzyme Q.


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Birthday Babies

WITH LOVEHappy Birthday

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