Company known as America's Nutrition Education
ExpertsSM plans to expand its services with FREE onsite
fitness classes, combining cardio and premium quality ingredients
and some good old fashioned April Fools' fun
LAKEWOOD, Colo., April 1,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers®, America's
Nutrition Education ExpertsSM and the largest
family-operated organic and natural grocery retailer in the
U.S., is proud to introduce its free community "Spin &
Blend" fitness classes…just in time for April Fools' Day.
The revolutionary spinning classes combine short bursts of
anaerobic exercises and 100% Certified Organic produce and other
premium-quality ingredients, for 30 minutes of an unforgettable
workout. Once the cool-down is complete, attendees can enjoy the
fruits of their labor: a delicious and nutritious smoothie bowl,
plus a $5 off $50 coupon (no joke).
In today's world of multitasking and busy
lifestyles, it's an efficient combination of exercise and eating
right.
THE SPIN & BLEND EXPERIENCE
Designed as a ridiculous "whole-body" health-supportive experience;
the new Spin & Blend classes build on a fun alternative
to just standing around and blending a smoothie in your kitchen. In
today's world of multitasking and busy lifestyles, it's an
efficient combination of exercise and eating right.
Attendees can start their day with an indoor bike ride equipped
with bananas, blueberries, protein powders and more. They'll get
their heart rates up with 30 minutes of spin for a heart-healthy
workout, while simultaneously making a delicious and nutritious
smoothie bowl.
An instructor for the Spin & Blend pilot program
said, "At Natural Grocers, we do all we can to support the health
of our customers. Nutrition and fitness go so well together,
we thought, 'Why not?' We worked hard to design the perfect
class for all ages and fitness levels. Start with our knowledgeable
and friendly instructors, add in high-octane cardio and
good4uSM ingredients from our stores, plus just
the right amount of peer pressure, and that gives you the juice you
need to smash it…literally. In some of our early pilot
classes, there ended up being a lot of excess juice. We had
to add more fibrous and frozen ingredients to offset attendee
enthusiasm, but now we have it dialed. Build your bowl your way,
with sweat and maybe tears, plus organic produce, a variety of
granola, and beneficial add-ins like collagen, protein powder, and
electrolytes. After the class, dig in, refuel and recover."
THE TECHNOLOGY
A representative from the new,
non-existent Smoothie Bike Division at Natural Grocers stated,
"It's pretty old-school technology—I mean, the bikes have one wheel
and cruiser-style handlebars, but the blender part really amps up
the fun. It has around four different speeds, depending on your
output: Novice, Expert, Pro, and Pain Cave."
HOW TO SIGN UP/APRIL FOOLS!
If you are thinking to
yourself this sounds too good to be true, alas, it is. Our Spin
& Blend Exercise Classes may be an April Fools'
joke, but our Free In-Store Nutrition Education is as real as
it gets. Scroll down to see some of our *completely real* services
and click here to download a $5 off
$50 coupon to use on your next
healthful shopping trip in stores, valid April 1 – 2.
FREE (& REAL) IN-STORE NUTRITION EDUCATION AT NATURAL
GROCERS
Natural Grocers believes everyone should have access
to reliable and evidence-based information about their dietary
choices, which is they we have credentialed Nutritional Health
Coaches (NHCs) on staff. These NHCs have extensive knowledge and
receive ongoing education, so they are THE go-to nutrition expert
for Natural Grocers' Crew (what they call their employees) and
customers.
Caylee Chacon, Senior Nutrition
Education Department Development Manager at Natural Grocers stated,
"NHCs offer a handful of complimentary services, including engaging
nutrition classes and homegrown recipe demonstrations. These
in-store presentations are designed to provide an interactive
approach to learning about healthy eating habits, dietary
supplements, cooking skills, and quality standards. Our aim is to
empower all our customers to take control of their health and
contribute to our communities in building a healthier
tomorrow."
- Customers can schedule a FREE One-On-One Coaching
Session by clicking here and selecting their store's location.
Attendees will receive a $5 off
$25 coupon to shop.
- Customers can schedule a FREE Personalized Shopping
Experience by clicking here and selecting their store's location.
Attendees will receive a $5 off
$25 coupon to shop.
- Learn more about Natural Grocers' educational resources at
naturalgrocers.com/NHC.
- Click here for an April Fools' media kit from Natural
Grocers.
- Follow Natural Grocers on Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok for
real recipes, tips, local events and discount
reminders.
ABOUT NATURAL GROCERS BY VITAMIN COTTAGE
Founded in 1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE:
NGVC) is an expanding specialty retailer of natural and organic
groceries, body care products, and dietary supplements. The
products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality
guidelines and may not contain artificial colors, flavors,
preservatives or sweeteners, or partially hydrogenated or
hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only USDA-certified organic
produce and exclusively pasture-raised, non-confinement dairy
products, and free-range eggs. Natural Grocers' flexible
smaller-store format allows it to offer affordable prices in a
shopper-friendly, clean, and convenient retail environment. The
Company also provides extensive free science-based Nutrition
Education programs to help customers make informed health and
nutrition choices. The Company has 168 stores in 21 states.
Visit www.naturalgrocers.com for more information and store
locations.
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