It is incredible that we are at the first of December and rapidly approaching the holiday season and end of year. I have been blessed with two grand children in the past 18 months. I am in awe of their growth and development watching the joy and wonder as our 18th month old granddaughter has truly discovered the wonders of walking. All her waking moments are filled with movement. She can execute the 'perfect' squat as it should be done, naturally. It is a treasured gift watching her celebrate her accomplishments. Our younger grandson is just now beginning to be thrilled by turning over, kicking his legs, and discovering his voice.
I hope you will take time to review where you are and where you want to be. Who are you? What do you want for your life? What do you want today? What healthy habits have you achieved? Which unhealthy habits have dropped? How does walking add to your well-being? Most importantly are you celebrating your accomplishments?
This is an exciting time for walkers as more and more research studies cite walking as the exercise of choice for health, fitness and performance. WOW will offer a variety of programs for 2012. Here is a sampling:
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Improve you time. Have more fun. How you walk makes a difference. January 15th will kick off WOW's You've Got Legs -
Cascade Lakes and /or Portland to Coast Walk Relay Training Program. |
- Turn your daily walk into an all body workout. Anyone Can Do It regardless of age, athletic ability or limitations. What is it? Nordic Walking. Next scheduled session is coming January 22nd.
- Regional Racewalk Retreat
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Want to learn from one of USA's best walkers? Mark your calendars for May 4 - 6 for the 16th Regional Racewalk Retreat in Portland, Oregon with guest coach three time Olympian Philip Dunn.
Read more about racewalking..... |
As an American Council on Exercise (ACE) Certified Personal Fitness Trainer, I have a variety of tools in my tool box. What types of clinics or sessions are of interest to you? What would you like to see offered. I appreciate your suggestions.
Best-- Judy
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I only went out
for a walk and
concluded to stay out until sundown,
For going out,
I found
Was really going in.
— John Muir
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Winter Nutrition: Fueling for Cold Weather Exercise
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Winter athletes— walkers, skiers, skaters, hikers, bikers, runners,
etc.—should pay careful attention to their sports diets.
Otherwise, lack of food and fluids can take the fun out of
outdoor activities. These tips can to help you fuel wisely.
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Red Quinoa Pilaf with Kale and Corn
Recipe from: VegKitchen with Nava Atlas
I love a simple recipe to offer at holiday gatherings. This was easy to prepare and very yummy. I've served it chilled as well as heated. I added black beans to create an even hearty dish. Enjoy
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