The Quad Portland: February 3, 2025

Dear Member,

So many new members to welcome to the Club and our newsletter—happy you’re here!

In the last edition, we talked about setting a baseline for growth. This time, it’s all about forming new habits. Many people embark on a January plan to get healthy but set themselves up for failure by trying to do too much all at once. I’m going to work out every day. I’ll only eat whole foods. No more sugar—ever. Goodbye, caffeine. Sound familiar?

You’ve likely heard or read the science that says it takes 90 days to build a new habit. So, why don’t we plan the year accordingly? Choose 4 new habits that you’d like to develop and focus on building one at a time. Once you are set in your new habit, move onto the next.

Going into 2024, I selected 4 new habits: taking daily supplements, walking 10K steps five days a week, drinking 2 liters of water a day, and re-engaging in my Transcendental Meditation (TM) practice.

I started with supplements, which, for some reason, has always been a struggle for me. I can make sure my kids take theirs, but when it comes to me…nope! But after 90 days of consistently taking them all (which is about 15!), I finally had it down. And I felt so much better.

Then I moved on to walking. Again, after 90 days, I was back on track. Two new habits formed! Then came drinking 2 liters of water each day—this one was tough for me. It took me 180 days to lock it in. So, I started 2025 with my TM practice. You get the idea.

A fun visual tool I have started using is Jesse Itzler’s Big A## Calendar—a giant wall calendar that shows all 365 days in one view. It’s awesome. What you plan happens; what you don’t won’t! Check it out here.

Look forward to seeing you in the clubs and hearing about the new habits you’re building.

“People do not decide their futures; they decide their habits, and their habits decide their futures.” — F.M. Alexander

Bay Club Portland

Fit Talk: Fueling Your Body
Thursday, February 6 | 6:00 pm
Join Jane Keudell as she discusses what to eat before exercise to fuel your body for peak performance and how to refuel afterward to rebuild, repair, and re-energize. Perfect for anyone looking to optimize their fitness journey through smart nutrition choices. Enroll on Connect.

Stroll & Shop
February 7 & 8 | 9:00 am–1:00 pm
Looking for the perfect gift for your loved ones? Stop by our Stroll & Shop to explore unique items and great gift selections from local vendors.

Pickleball Tournament
Saturday, February 8 | 9:30 am–12:30 pm
Show off your skills in our fun, double-elimination pickleball tournament. Games are played to 11, win by 2. $20 per person. Sign up at the front desk.

Open Your Heart Sound Bath
Sunday, February 9 | 4:00 pm
Immerse yourself in a calming meditation, enjoy cacao known for its heart-opening properties, and relax with a soothing sound healing session. This Valentine-inspired experience fosters love, connection, and relaxation. Enroll now on Connect.

Intelligent Cycling®
Thursdays | 6:30 am & 5:30 am
Take your indoor cycling to the next level with this immersive class featuring video entertainment and visual motivation. Whether you’re focused on personal progress or simply enjoying the ride, our instructor-led sessions will keep you engaged and having fun. Click here to learn more. Sign up for a class on Connect.

Blair Hicks
Senior Vice President
Bay Club Portland