OTAC Member Story: Chuck Jenkins
Meet Chuck Jenkins, age 61.Ā This is a story that we had to share with our OTAC family! We have served our community for over the past 25 years, which means that some of our members have been with us for a long time,...
Some thoughts from Kim: Letās Love Life Again!
Hi! Iām Kim Forsten. My family and I opened the Old Town Athletic Campus here in Warrenton 25 years ago and dedicated ourselves to helping members of our community live strong, healthy lives. We are proud to have won BEST health club of Warrenton for...
Coronavirus
Hi OTAC Family, In the face of the coronavirus challenge, we at OTAC want you to know that we are doing our part in the fight against this illness, and that you are a priority to us. Since the very first day we opened, we...
Women vs. Weightlifting
By: Jessica Walters Hi, everyone! Iām Jessica Walters, and Iām a trainer here at Old Town Athletic Campus. I have been a personal trainer for about 5 years now. Over the years, a concern Iāve heard over and over again from women in fitness is...
The Misconception of the Multi-Sport Athlete and Sport Specialization
By Matt Davenport Over the course of the summer every year, the 3 major professional sports (football, basketball, and baseball) hold their amateur drafts. Ā These days, those drafts are aired on primetime tv with weeks and weeks of hype and analysis which make you want...
Want to be the happiest person on the planet? You can, but itās not about you…
By: Kim Forsten SundayĀ was National Friendship Day! I felt really grateful for this sweet reminder to intentionally focus my energy on my friendships. It also got me thinking about the dynamics involved in this type of relationship, and how itās changing for younger generations and...
Stay Hydrated. Stay Healthy.
by Shawn V. Pittington NASM Corrective Exercise Specialist HYDRATION AND YOUR HEALTH Whether youāre playing sports, traveling or even just sitting in the sun during these dog days of summer, getting enough to drink is vital! Why is hydration important? Dehydration is no joke! It...
āItās Timeā: OTAC Iron Fitness Center Opens to Community
In December of last year,Old Town Athletic Club on Walker Drive was transformed into the Old Town Athletic Campus with the addition of The Hub, a brand new space delivering an improved fitness experience with boutique-style exercise spaces. Members of all fitness levels now have...
Why Focusing Fuels Gratitude
Is this you? Youāre ready to shake off the dust of the past 12 months and move into a fresh, clean new year with no mistakes and no regrets. Youāre drawn to the idea of a fresh start. The notion of renewing your dedication to...
Halibut with Artichokes, Lemon, Tomatoes and Capers
Serves 6 Ingredients 1 can artichokes in water (drained) Juice of 2 lemons plus zest from 1 lemon 4 plum tomatoes - cut into chunks 4 cloves garlic - minced 2 tbs. capers 2 tbs chopped fresh basil 1 cup of white wine 1 cup...