FREE WORKSHOP: Three Steps to Effective Weight Loss

Thursday, April 28, 5:30 PM

If losing weight seems more like a losing battle, you’ll definitely want to check out this workshop. California Medical Weight Management is a scientific, physician-led program that helps you shed pounds rapidly—and keep them off.

FREE WORKSHOP: Get Stronger, Live Younger!

Thursday, April 14, 5:30 pm

If you’re feeling weak, tiring more easily, or gaining weight, it’s not age — it’s lack of muscle. By the time most of us hit 60, we’ve got half the muscle mass—and strength—we had at 30. And that paves the way for chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and osteoporosis. The good news is that strength training can restore health and help you feel younger!

FREE WORKSHOP: Sleep Apnea: The Deadly Night Stalker

Tuesday, March 15, 5:30 pm

Do you snore loudly or have trouble staying asleep? Are you tired and irritable when you wake up—despite a full night’s rest? You could have sleep apnea, a serious disorder linked to high blood pressure, heart problems, type 2 diabetes and other chronic conditions. Attend this session to learn how you can take back the night—and your good health!

Defusing Holiday Stress

Stressed out by the Holidays? You’re not alone. For many, the season of joy is often a soul-straining slog through crowded malls, intense family gatherings, and fretful finances. But it doesn’t have to be that way. By making a few simple changes, you can renew your Holiday experience, and find a sense of peace and contentment to carry you into the New Year.

Five Tips for Healthy Holiday Eating

It starts with a few innocent nibbles at Halloween. Next thing you know, it’s turkey with all the fixings and platters of tempting Holiday desserts. By the time New Year’s hits, your healthy habits have gone off the rails. But don’t despair! We’ve got five tips to help you cut those empty calories while still enjoying hearty, satisfying meals.

Can Strength Training Make You Smarter?

Hitting the Gym Twice a Week Stimulates Brain Health Resistance training is our core focus at Welcyon. For good reason, too. Not only does it make you stronger, healthier, and more energetic—it just might unleash your inner Einstein! Studies show that it’s the most effective way to boost and maintain brain function as we age. That’s one more reason why working out at least twice a week at Welcyon is the smart thing to do.

5 Ways to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain

For many of us, that big Thanksgiving feast kicks off a season of munching, crunching, and nibbling our way to bigtime weight gain. But it doesn’t have to be that way. With a little planning, we can navigate minefields of cookies, candies and hot apple pies without gaining an ounce—and still enjoy our favorite meals and treats!

Shouldering a Full Load

Richard B. Got Four Times stronger a Whole Lot More Energetic

Recovering from a shoulder injury, Rich needed a way to regain strength and muscle safely. Welcyon’s air-resistance machines helped him get a whole lot stronger plus gain new energy and stamina for softball, biking and all the activities he loves. Our program worked for him and can help you too.

Strong and Pain-free: How Sharon Changed Her Life at Welcyon

After a bad fall at age 16, Sharon endured back pain for decades. Even the simplest physical activities became a trial. Suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, she couldn’t find the help she needed at any gym. Until she found Welcyon. Learn how this professional life coach gained strength, flexibility, and renewed joy in living. We can do the same for you.

Coffee Packs a Potent Brew of Health Benefits

Whether you perk it, drip it, steam it or press it, that morning cup of Joe is good for your heart. Plus, new studies find it just might lower your risk for Type 2 diabetes, stroke, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s, and numerous forms of cancer.

Welcyon, Fitness After 50, Set to Open in San Antonio

Alternative to Big Gyms Offers Personalized Coaching and Friendly Environment

Late this fall, many of San Antonio’s people over age 50 will have a place of their own to exercise and grow measurably stronger within weeks – Welcyon, Fitness After 50.

Want to Live Longer? Eat Your Selenium!

Studies show that even a “modest deficit” of this critical micronutrient heightens your risk for cancer, heart disease, immune dysfunction and other age-related maladies. Fortunately, it’s abundantly available in a wide range of foods, from fish to walnuts. Are you getting enough selenium? Check out this tip from Dr. Andrew Weil to see if your diet makes the grade.

Stewed Peppers Harvest a Bowl of Warm Flavors

This time of year, the gardens and farm stands are bursting with peppers, tomatoes, and onions. Add a little garlic and you’ve got the makings for the season’s first warm and satisfying stew. Nutritious and delicious, it’s easily made—and enjoyed.

Healthy Tips for Eating & Living Well After 50

Did you know that owning a pet can reduce your cholesterol? Or that eating a banana a day can help lower blood pressure? Or that dusting off your old guitar and finally nailing Stairway to Heaven can actually expand your mind? You’ll find these, and many other surprising tips for healthy, vibrant living in this quick read on WebMD.

You’re Never Too Old to Compete!

Not so long ago, the number-one athletic activity for folks over 50 was bench warming. These days, droves of older athletes are storming the playing field to reclaim their sports. Check out this story from the Minneapolis Star Tribune to learn how health clubs like Welcyon are helping people from 50 to 80 get back in the game and stay there. Read more.

Want to Live Longer? Get Stronger!

If you’re over 50, you could be losing muscle—at an alarming rate. That makes you vulnerable to a host of degenerative diseases. Fortunately, Welcyon fitness guru, Mark Richards has a proven strategy for helping you regain strength, fitness and health for years of vital, energetic living.