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2010-04-10T21:14:00.001-07:00

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Health and Fitness Expo offers free screenings - Kait 8

Posted: 10 Apr 2010 04:24 PM PDT

JONESBORO, AR (KAIT) - The Healthcare Medical Group hosted the Health and Fitness Expo at the ASU Convocation Center Saturday. Offering everything from free health screenings, to cooking demonstrations. Thousands of people attended Saturday's free event.

The Expo had over two hundred booths, as well as fitness demonstrations and health seminars. It is a chance for the community to interact with physicians.

The event offers blood pressure, cholesterol, and diabetes check, as well as free tetanus shots, skin evaluations, and a blood drive. "I had a couple come by my booth and thank me for having it, and said they canceled their vacation to Branson for the weekend because they didn't have insurance, and they decided to cancel their vacation and come to the Expo to get the free screenings," says William Young, president of the Healthcare Medical Group. They even offered free massages.

For the first time, the Expo offered free mammogram. The participate had to be over the age of 40, without insurance, and wit no outstanding breast issues. "We know that breast is one of the leading causes of death among women. For those who are uninsured and do not have access to screening mammograms, we hope we really can make a difference today in reaching, even if it's just that one patient, if we're able to save a life that's what we're here for today," says, OBGYN Physician, Joe Sams. "I'm 42 and I don't have insurance being a student, so that really helps a lot. It's hard to have really doctors visits when you don't have insurance," says Elizabeth Hooks. Hooks was helping out with the blood pressure and health screens at the Expo.

While there are various separate health screenings for diabetes and cholesterol throughout the year, the Health and Fitness Expo offers the entire package in one sitting.

The event will continue through Sunday April 11th.

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Creating A Culture Of Fitness And Health In The ... - Medical News Today

Posted: 08 Apr 2010 12:56 AM PDT

Main Category: Sports Medicine / Fitness
Article Date: 08 Apr 2010 - 1:00 PDT

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Representatives of the International Association for Worksite Health Promotion - an affiliate society of the American College of Sports Medicine - say building a fit-friendly culture is key to improved on-the-job health.

IAWHP, which hosted a preconference today at the 14th-annual ACSM Health & Fitness Summit, stressed evidence-based recommendations for worksite health programs. That evidence shows comprehensive, incentive-based programs are best - and they pay off.

"Based on a comprehensive meta-analysis of the available literature, worksite health promotion programs can generate medical cost savings of about $3.27 and absenteeism-related savings of about $2.73 for every dollar invested," said IAWHP President Nico Pronk.

The preconference featured specific ideas companies can implement when designing health programs for their employees.

- Establish leadership support. Who will be the "face" of the worksite health program? Perhaps a CEO or president can start his or her own fitness plan and blog about it for employees.

- Find the right facility. Can the current worksite accommodate fitness testing and classes and on-site fitness centers? Or should the employer offer gym memberships or discounts?

- Create an environment for opportunity. It's hard to preach health when employees are sitting, sedentary, at their desks. Encourage walking meetings, develop nutritional menus for meetings and stretch or relaxation breaks for your employees - or hold learning lunches about nutrition to drive home the message.

Screenings and assessment of health risks (along with professional feedback on those risks) are also strongly recommended. During the Austin meeting, IAWHP also held a conference with the local business community to discuss worksite health models. Representatives from global companies such as Dell Computers spoke to attendees.

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plus 1 more, “Local fire departments receive grants - Dispatch”

2010-04-09T21:31:00.001-07:00

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Local fire departments receive grants - Dispatch

Posted: 03 Apr 2010 03:11 AM PDT

Two local fire departments received federal grants on Friday.

The Lexington Fire Department was granted $95,535 and the Silver Valley Volunteer Fire Department was appropriated a grant of $47,646 as part of the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grants program.

A total of $740,222 was announced for seven North Carolina stations on Friday. AFG funds can be used to pay for training, equipment, wellness and fitness and health and safety modifications to stations and facilities, according to a news release from the office of U.S. Sen. Kay Hagan, D-N.C.

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Health and Well-Being: Fitness needs to target body and ... - Newburyport Daily News

Posted: 08 Apr 2010 09:34 PM PDT

One in every eight adult Americans belongs to a health club. The majority of those club members assume their health and fitness club knows a good deal about health and fitness. But the truth is most health clubs don't.

Most health club programs are based on marketing science — not fitness or health science. There's a lack of evidence that their fitness and health programs actually live up to what they claim to achieve.

Part of the problem is that fitness, health and fitness certification are very big business. There are more than 17,000 health clubs in the U.S. today. Fitness certification is not regulated, and the evidence is strong that certification is primarily geared toward making money for those doing the certification — not toward training trainers in valid and reliable fitness and health science.

What are some of the facts about fitness and health that we can trust? There's no doubt that a sedentary lifestyle can leave us at risk for one or another chronic illness and a shortened life expectancy. We know exercise helps reduce stress. It's safe to say a fit and active way of life can protect us against illness, and thus keep us alive longer.

The question is just what exactly is fitness? And beyond that, just what do we do, for how long and at what intensity to get and stay fit?

In his research, Dr. Steve Blair of the Cooper Institute in Texas found that people can gain the most health benefits not from strenuous workouts, but from mild exercise. For example, there are few health gains to be made by doing much more than walking briskly for 30 minutes five or more days a week. We can break things up and walk for two, 15-minute periods or three, 10-minute periods. And we can substitute biking or swimming for walking. The key is frequency and regularity. We have to do it often to reap the health benefits from mild exercise.

The positive health claims associated with weight training, like those associated with intense physical workouts, can be overstated and oversold. Lifting weights does help maintain muscle mass as we age, but research has shown that claims that weight training improves our metabolism or prevents osteoporosis are not based on solid evidence.

Most important to long-term fitness is musculoskeletal alignment. Our joints, muscles and bones need to be properly aligned if we are to avoid getting into trouble as we age. Lifting weights and doing cardio exercise in the wrong postural alignment can cause serious problems, problems that often don't show up for years. If we want to maintain our independence in later life — moving around without pain or restriction and walking without a cane or without our grandchildren pulling us in a cart, we need to train for musculoskeletal alignment and flexibility and then practice it regularly, not just when we're in the gym.

We tend to think that fitness means "body-side" fitness only. But thanks to medical and mind-body science, we now know better. The mind and body are an interdependent unit and, as the ancient Greek Olympians knew well, true fitness is a "sound mind in a healthy body." Our rapidly growing scientific knowledge of how important the mind is to the health of the body has not entered into the public arena yet.

The "mind-side" of fitness is a kind of critically important inner fitness. If we're riddled with insecurity and worry and if we're plagued by self-doubt, confusion and uncertainty, then we're more prone to high levels of stress, unhappiness and illness. And research has shown that a high stress level is more dangerous to our health than not being physically fit.

To be truly fit we need to develop strength, stamina and flexibility in mind as well as body. We need to address more than our waist and muscle size — we need to focus on what really matters in life. We need to consider the answer to questions such as, am I living deeply, is my life an adventure that moves me or like a movie someone else seems to have written, and have I discovered what I truly want and love or am I just doing what I feel I should or must.

These concerns will be included in the next generation of fitness and health programs that are based on reliable knowledge about what it means to develop and train for a sound mind in a healthy body.

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Dr. Jim Manganiello (www.drjimmanganiello.com) is a clinical psychologist based in Groveland-West Boxford. E-mail him at drmanganiello@comcast.net,

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The “Lexington fire departments get grants - Salisbury Post”

2010-04-07T21:25:00.000-07:00

The “Lexington fire departments get grants - Salisbury Post”

Lexington fire departments get grants - Salisbury Post

Posted: 03 Apr 2010 08:50 PM PDT

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U.S. Sen. Kay R. Hagan, D-NC, announced Friday that seven North Carolina fire departments will receive a total of $740,222 from the Department of Homeland Security's Assistance to Firefighters Grants (AFG) program. This year, Hagan has announced more than $11.1 million for 138 fire departments in North Carolina.

Area departments receiving funds include the city of Lexington, $95,535, and Silver Valley Volunteer Fire Department, also in Lexington, $47,646."These North Carolina fire departments will receive crucial funding to help protect our communities and relieve local budget crunches," Hagan said. "Firefighters across North Carolina risk their lives on a daily basis, and I will continue working to ensure they have the resources they need to complete the job."

The AFG funds can be used to pay for training, equipment, wellness and fitness, and health and safety modifications to stations and facilities.

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2010-04-06T21:17:00.001-07:00

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Cranberries to Provide Benefit Rich Fuel to Keep Health ... - PRWeb

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 01:16 PM PDT

On April 7th – 10th the Cranberry Marketing Committee will be a sponsor of the American College of Sports Medicine's 14th Annual Health & Fitness Summit & Exposition in Austin, TX. The event is expected to attract health professionals from all over the world to meet to hear about new breakthroughs in physical fitness and exercise science.

(Vocus/PRWEB ) April 6, 2010 -- On April 7th – 10th the Cranberry Marketing Committee will be a sponsor of the American College of Sports Medicine's 14th Annual Health & Fitness Summit & Exposition in Austin, TX. The event is expected to attract health professionals from all over the world to meet to hear about new breakthroughs in physical fitness and exercise science. With over 70 breakout sessions and 15 attendee workout sessions scheduled throughout the four day event, attendees are going to need a heart healthy, antioxidant boost filled with unique healthful compounds.

The Cranberry, with an array of health benefits including urinary tract health, heart health, anti-cancer properties and one of the highest antioxidant contents among fruits, will provide all of this and more to the attendees of this high-energy conference.

The ACSM is the largest sports medicine organization in the world with over 30,000 national, international and regional members representing science, medicine, education and sports. The 2010 ACSM Health & Fitness Summit & Exposition is a four day event targeted at health and fitness professionals who want to stay current with today's most applicable and controversial topics in the health and fitness industry. Summit events include guest speakers, breakout sessions, daily workout sessions and a full exhibition experience. This year the ACSM will be unveiling new, indispensable, conference components making it one of the best educational destinations for today's health, fitness and certified professionals.

"Through clinical studies and other research, we know that cranberries possess unique health benefits," explains David Farrimond the CMC's Executive Director, "the most commonly known is the cranberry's ability to maintain a healthy urinary tract by preventing the adhesion of certain bacteria. However, much of the new science that is being conducted indicates that cranberries possess a host of other benefits, such as maintaining heart health(1) and they contain a high level of antioxidants, that would directly appeal to these exercise professionals, nutritionists and physicians. And, we believe that this summit and exposition is a great way to provide this health message to these professionals in a targeted way."

Thrilled to be able to showcase the Cranberry's culinary versatility and unique heath benefits to this audience, the Cranberry Marketing Committee will be present to make sure cranberries are available after each workout session and also on a daily basis within the exhibition hall. Each day the CMC will be sampling different mixed-on-site juice combinations using the most benefit-rich cranberry product, 100% cranberry juice, in combination with various other 100% juices. The CMC will provide attendees the chance to try a flavor rich, antioxidant packed twist with combinations like cranberry-mango, in hopes of leaving these professionals with an eye-opening taste experience.

For additional information, please contact Toby Stapleton at 508-291-1510

(1) "Regulation of Vascular Endothelial Function by Procyanidin-Rich Foods and Beverages", Caton, Paul, et. al, Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, January 28th, 2010.

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Health & Fitness Calendar - Bryan College Station Eagle

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 07:42 PM PDT

Published Tuesday, April 06, 2010 9:34 PM to calendar@theeagle.com

CLINIC

Monday

* Brazos County Health Department immunization clinic, 8:30-11:30 a.m. 201 N. Texas Ave., Bryan. All ages: Immunizations, $5/child and $25/adult. Adults: TB skin test $10, tetanus $10. Accepts Medicaid for children. 361-4440.

GET MOVING

Wednesday

* Seniors Golf Tournament. 7:30 a.m. Bryan Golf Course, 206 W. Villa Maria Road. $5 entry.

* A Matter of Balance class. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CS Teen Center, 1520 Rock Prairie Rd. Fall prevention program for seniors. Free. Register: Quinn@srph.tamhsc.edu.

Friday

* Senior Ladies Tennis. 8 a.m. Gordon's Tennis at Aerofit, 4455 Carter Creek Parkway, Bryan. 846-8925.

Monday

* Seniors Golf Tournament. 7 a.m. Texas A&M University Golf Course in College Station. $5. No advance registration; just show up and play.

Tuesday

* Brazos Ladies Golf Association Playday. 8 a.m. Bryan Golf Course, 206 W. Villa Maria Road. All women welcome. $12/year.

Ongoing

* Dance and fitness classes: Pilates mat class, adult belly dance, adult jazz, adult tap dance, country-western couples and yoga. Dance Centre, 2151 Harvey Mitchell Parkway, No. 105, College Station. AggieFitness.com or 764-3187.

* Ballroom dance classes: Latin, waltz, quickstep, salsa, Argentine tango, American and more. All ages and levels. 690-0606 or www.SusansBallroomDance.com.

* Bariatric post-op exercise. St. Joseph Rehabilitation Center, 1318 Memorial Drive, Bryan. Classes at the fitness studio, aquatherapy pool and cardiac rehab gym. 821-7558.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Wednesday

* Can You Hear Me Now? 2 p.m. Carriage Inn, Boonville Rd. Free hearing screening sponsored by NGO Foundation. RSVP: 731-1300.

* Better Breathers Club. 3 p.m. Carriage Inn, Boonville Rd. 731-1300.

Thursday

* Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes class series, 6-9 p.m. B-CS Community Health Center, 3370 Texas Ave., Bryan. $15/person. For adults with type 2 diabetes. Registration required. 823-0129.

* Heartsaver First Aid (Adult) Course. 6-9:30 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, in Bryan. $40 per person. Students learn how to effectively recognize and treat adult emergencies in the critical first minutes until EMS arrives. 731-1231.

Saturday

* Prepared Childbirth Course. 8:45 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, in Bryan. $90 per couple. 731-1231.

Monday

* Prepared Childbirth Series Course (session 4 of 4). 7-9:30 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, in Bryan. $90 per couple. 731-1231.

Tuesday

* 3-session Comprehensive Diabetes Program (session 3). 9 a.m. to noon. St. Joseph Healthy Communities, in Bryan. Designed for people with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Topics include meal planning, exercise, medications, complications, self-care management and blood glucose monitoring. Costs $50 for the 3-session course and includes a blood glucometer and a one month membership to the wellness gym. 731-1231.

* Pre-natal class (session 2 of 4), 6:30-7:30 p.m. College Station Medical Center, 1st floor conference room. Your Baby's Care. RSVP: 866-344-2762.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Wednesday

* Overeaters Anonymous. Noon-1 p.m. A&M Church of Christ Alpha Room, 2475 Earl Rudder Freeway S. in College Station. 12-step meeting for compulsive overeaters, anorexics, bulimics and food addicts. Newcomers welcome. www.oa.org.

* Texas Liver Coalition Support Group for the Brazos Valley. 7 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, East 29th St. at Broadmoor, Bryan. 694-2475.

* La Leche League of B/CS. 7 p.m. Aldersgate Church foyer, 2201 Earl Rudder Frwy. Breastfeeding support group. Nonsectarian. Free and open to the public. Moms, babies and older children are welcome. Topic: Weaning and Nutrition. www.lllusa.org/web/BryanCollegeTX.html.

Thursday

* Palmer Drug Abuse Program Brazos Valley. 6-7 p.m. First Baptist Church of Bryan, 3100 Cambridge Drive. Ages 13 to 25. 739-4253.

* Chance to Change Support Group. 7-9 p.m. First Baptist Church--Bryan. Room 137. Gambling Recovery. Learn important information to help you stop gambling and begin rebuilding your life. 776-1400.

* Celebrate Recovery Program. 7 to 9:30 p.m. Central Baptist Church, 1991 F.M. 158, College Station. www.cbcbryan.org or 776-9977.

Friday

* Gluten Intolerance Group. 6:30-8:30 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, in Bryan. Provides support for people with diagnosis of Celiac Disease or gluten intolerance. Program: Dr. Marcy Halterman will give an update on gluten sensitivity testing. www.bvgig.com.

Sunday

* Multiple Sclerosis Support Group. 2-4 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, in Bryan. 693-6733.

* Bariatric Surgery Support Group. 4-5:30 p.m. St. Joseph Rehab Center Quilter's Cafe. Open to all patients who have had gastric bypass, the gastric sleeve or lap band are welcome. Guests are welcome. 821-7329.

Monday

* Arthritis/Lupus Support Group. 6 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, in Bryan. 220-1899.

Tuesday

* Alzheimer's Caregivers Support Group. 2 p.m. Assisted Living Conference Room at the St. Joseph Manor. 821-7304.

* TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). 5:45-7 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, Bryan. Come and visit. 846-0617.

* B-CS Chapter of Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance. 6:30 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, Room 2. DBSA peer-led support group. 314-4796.

* Autism Support Group. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Brazos Valley Rehabilitation Center, 1318 Memorial Drive in Bryan. For families and friends of all people with autism. Dinner and childcare provided. RSVP: facetsbcs@gmail.com.

* Grief Share Support Group. 7 p.m. First Baptist Church--Bryan. Room 137. Help in getting you through your personal loss. 776-1400.

* AD/HD Support Group. 7-8 p.m. Christ United Methodist Church Annex Building, 4203 Highway 6 South. For parents of children with AD/HD. 690-6816 or brazosvalleychadd@hotmail.com.

TELL US

This calendar includes information about Brazos Valley clinics, screenings, classes, support groups, fitness events (fun runs, exercise groups, etc.), lectures and other events. Items may be faxed to 776-8923 or e-mailed to calendar@theeagle.com. The deadline is 5 p.m. Fridays.

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Soccer Improves Health, Fitness and Social Abilities - Science Daily

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 01:16 PM PDT

ScienceDaily (Apr. 7, 2010) Soccer is a pleasurable team sport that provides an all-round fitness and can be used as treatment for lifestyle-related diseases. Men worry less when playing soccer than when running. Women's soccer creates we-stories and helps women stay active.

The above statements are taken from some of the results from an extensive soccer research project involving more than 50 researchers from seven countries. The researchers studied physiological, psychological and sociological aspects of recreational soccer and compared it with running. Led by Professors Peter Krustrup and Jens Bangsbo from the Department of Exercise and Sports Sciences, University of Copenhagen, the 3-year project covered several intervention studies involving both men, women and children, who were divided into soccer, running and control groups.

The results from the studies are so remarkable that the Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports are publishing a special edition issue entitled "Football for Health" containing 14 scientific articles from the soccer project on April 6, 2010.

Soccer for Health

The researchers studied the physical effects of soccer training for untrained subjects aged 9 to 77 years. The conclusion was clear. Soccer provides broad-spectred health and fitness effects that are at least as pronounced as for running, and in some cases even better.

Study leader Peter Krustrup concludes "Soccer is a very popular team sport that contains positive motivational and social factors that may facilitate compliance and contribute to the maintenance of a physically active lifestyle. The studies presented have demonstrated that soccer training for two-three hours per week causes significant cardiovascular, metabolic and musculoskeletal adaptations, independent on gender, age or lack of experience with soccer."

Professor Jens Bangsbo continues: "The effects can be maintained for a long period even with a reduced frequency of training to one to two times one hour a week. Recreational soccer, therefore, appears to be an effective type of training leading to performance improvements and significant beneficial effects to health, including a reduction in the risk of cardiovascular diseases, falls and fractures. In a number of aspects, soccer training appears to be superior to running training. Soccer training can also be used to treat hypertension and it was clearly superior to a standard treatment strategy of physician-guided traditional recommendations."

The two researchers foresee a great perspective in using soccer as a health promoting activity: "The studies have convincingly shown that soccer training is effective to enhance fitness and the health profile for the general population. Future studies are needed to understand what is causing the beneficial effects of football, how well football can be used to improve heart health in early childhood and how other patient groups such as those with type II diabetes or cancer can benefit from playing soccer."

Soccer creates we-stories and helps women stay active

One of the many aspects of the study was to examine the level of social capital for women gained from running and soccer. Even though both the soccer players and the runners trained in groups, there were significant differences in the way they interacted and what they considered the most important aspects of the sport they were engaging in. The runners were more focused on themselves as individuals, whereas the soccer players developed "we"-stories as they began to see themselves as a team. From the beginning, most of the women, both soccer players and runners, thought running would be an easier form of exercise to stick to after the intervention programme was over. That turned out not to be the case:

"The most important finding was the difference in social interaction and creation of we-stories between the groups, which may impact the possibilities of long-term compliance. A year after the study, many of the soccer players continue to play soccer, some have even joined an organised soccer club. Not many from the running group have continued their training. This can very well be due to the fact that the runners focussed on their health and on getting in shape, whereas the soccer players were more committed to the activity itself, including the fun and not letting down team mates," says Associate Professor Laila Ottesen.

Men worry less when playing soccer than when running

Another study examined the exertion experienced during training for untrained adults and their experience of "worries" and "flow." This study, based on 6 groups of untrained men and women, showed that all groups experienced an overall high level of flow during the intervention, which underlines that the participants felt motivated, happy and involved to the point where they forgot time and fatigue. There was no difference in the level of worry for the female soccer players and runners, but the running men seemed to worry quite a lot more than their soccer playing counterparts.

- "The men that played soccer elicited lower levels of worry than during running, 2.8 vs 4.0 on a 0-6 scale, and although they are training at the same average heart rate they do not feel the exertion as strongly as during running" says Associate Professor Anne-Marie Elbe and adds: "Further research is needed to examine why men and women experience playing soccer differently but it could be that the men just have had more experience with football in earlier years than the women."

Documentation for FIFA, Michelle Obama and others

F-MARC, the research unit of FIFA, is a central partner in the project and the research provides scientific documentation for initiatives such as FIFA's newly launched "The 11 for Health" campaign that uses soccer as an educational health tool for children in order to raise awareness and improve health in African and South American communities. Also Michelle Obama's "Let's Move" project aiming at eliminating obesity in American children through diet and sports have recently promoted soccer as a favourable activity. The research results are also used in Europe, where the research group is directly involved in implementing the results through projects focusing on adults and children, such as "The Open Soccer Club project," "The Soccer at Work project" and the "Intensity in Pupil School Sport project." Sports Confederations, Football Associations, Ministries of Culture and Health and researchers from Universities, Hospitals and Centres for Working Environment are cooperating about the implementation and scientific evaluation of those projects.

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All Metatron's i-Mobilize iPad Apps Rank High in Their ... - PR Inside

Posted: 06 Apr 2010 12:54 PM PDT

2010-04-06 21:56:01 -

SAN DIEGO, CA -- (Marketwire) -- 04/06/10 -- i-Mobilize, providers of multi-platform digital content distribution and a division of Metatron, Inc. (PINKSHEETS: MRNJ), announced today that their recent iPad releases, Complete Relaxation and Lose Weight Now hypnosis video apps by UK's top selling self-help author Glenn Harrold; and Electric Sheep Trance Art, were among the top ranking titles in their categories. Harrold's Complete Relaxation ranks at #23 in sales in the Health & Fitness category and his Lose Weight Now ranks at #27 in sales. Electric Sheep Trance Art ranks at #74 in the Entertainment category.

Based on the excellent sales of both Glenn Harrold apps, iMobilize has received a commitment for the rights to release many more Glenn Harrold self-help apps for iPad.

"There are now over 2600 iPad apps for sale," commented Joe Riehl, CEO of i-Mobilize, "and we are thrilled by the outstanding performance of our first releases. We are currently working on and expect to announce exciting breakthrough self-help products that will take advantage of the iPad's unique capabilities."

iMobilize anticipates good performance from the 20 apps that they expect to release in the next few weeks and is continuing to add to the 100 apps currently in development.

About i-Mobilize:
i-Mobilize provides proprietary digital app development, publishing and content distribution for all major mobile device platforms. Established in 2009 with a fast-growing content library of movies, music, books, television, classic programming, and special interest titles, i-Mobilize is capitalizing on the burgeoning mobile apps download industry, projected to exceed 4.5 billion downloads worldwide generating $6.7 billion this year; and an estimates 22 billion downloads generating $72 billion by 2013 according to Gartner, Inc., the world's leading information technology research and advisory company. Headquartered in San Diego, CA, i-Mobilize ( www.i-mobilize.com : ) is a division of Metatron, Inc., a diversified holding company of businesses that transact through the Internet and mobile devices.

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plus 2 more, “HEALTH & FITNESS made simple with Body Bands workouts - PRLog (free press release)”

2010-04-05T21:40:00.001-07:00

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HEALTH & FITNESS made simple with Body Bands workouts - PRLog (free press release)

Posted: 05 Apr 2010 02:14 PM PDT

PR Log (Press Release) – Apr 05, 2010 – Wanted to share with everyone some truths. You can either chose to except or completely disregard. It all comes down to a choice.

I have been in the sports industry for approximately 35 years ranging from athlete to strength and conditioning coach, Trainer and Fitness consultant. I have experienced everything in the form of workout equipment from the very simple to the very complex.

The human body and its connecting muscles and tendons are all worked out and stretched in the same exact manner. There is no piece of equipment out there that does anything different in its basic function to strengthen the muscle. A bicep curl is done exactly the same with a dumbbell as it would be on a very expensive commercial gym machine.

My point is this. We have all been fooled into thinking that you need Hi-Tech machines and equipment to properly workout and stay healthy and fit. When all you really need is the desire and the action to get up and "DO SOMETHING" physical.

The greatest beauty and pleasure that I get from teaching people about the Body Bands system is the ease and freedom they have in how to use the Body Bands to achieve fitness. Now of course we all know that you can workout for hours and days, but if you are eating JUNK. No exercise in the world will burn the FAT and expose the lean muscle.

Following a healthy nutritionally sound diet and exercise program will change your body and life forever.

Just think of all the benefits with the Body Bands:

All the tension and resistance provide by weights but without the additional poundage.
What do I mean? Body Bands allows you to perform all the conventional weight exercises but without having to lift a single pound of weights. It is all accomplished by the force of the resistance provided by the heavy Latex band of different degrees of tension. Think of it a complete Portable Gym in a bag.

Gives you a full workout with a full range of motion.

Allows you to take the entire gym out to the outdoors and workout out at the park. When was the last time you carried your Barbells, Bench and Dumbbells out to the park?

No membership fees to any Gyms.

Gives you a fast and smooth workout at the office, hotel or anywhere and at anytime.

Use them to train for any sports from speed training to martial arts, and everything in between.

Able to be use by any age level and any fitness level. From kids to senior citizens, male and female, all can benefit from the Body Bands.

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Health and Fitness calendar - Memphis Commercial Appeal

Posted: 04 Apr 2010 10:01 PM PDT

Liturgical Dance Workshops: 6 p.m. today (and every first Monday of each month) at the Church Health Center Wellness, 1115 Union. $5 (free to CHC Wellness members). 259-4673.

Opening Eyes to Autism 5K Run and Walk: 7 p.m. Friday at the Gibson Guitar Factory. $30. Race-day registration at 5 p.m. After-party at Alfred's on Beale. Benefits Harwood Center and Autism Society of the Mid-South.

MS Walk to benefit the Mid-South Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society: 10:30 a.m. Saturday at H.W. Cox Park in Collierville. Registration 9 a.m. Benefits Mid-South Chapter of National MS Society. 570-0209. donna.noelker@msmidsouth.org

Delta Heritage Trail State Park Bike and Kayak Tour: 8 a.m. Saturday. Office located off U.S. 49 in Barton (six miles west of Helena-West Helena, Ark). Trail is located in the heart of the Arkansas Delta. Bikes and kayaks provided. 10-mile bike ride. Tour will last approximately four hours. Reservations required. $25 for adults, $15 ages 12-under, and includes bike, kayak, life jackets, paddles, shuttle. Call (870) 572-2352. E-mail: deltaheritagetrail@arkansas.com.

Tennessee Trails Association: Sunday, Meeman-Shelby Forest Wildflower hike. Meet 1:30 p.m. at the Shelby Forest Visitors Center for a leisurely 2- to 3-mile hike. Call 448-4844. tennesseetrails.org

Maria Montessori School Regatta and Duck Race: April 16-17. 5K Trail Race is 6 p.m. April 16 at the Greenbelt Park (5 p.m. race-day registration). The Kayak and Canoe Race begins 10 a.m. April 17 at the Harbor Town Marina Docks (8:30 a.m. race-day registration). Register at: mariamontessorischool.org/regatta.

Charles Finney Bike Ride: 8 a.m. April 17 at the Lakeland Factory Outlet Mall. 62, 45 and 18-mile route by Memphis Hightailers Bicycle Club to benefit Church Health Center. 272-7170 ext. 1408. Early registration discount online at: memphishightailers.com.

Youth Villages 5K: 9 a.m. April 17 at Ridgeway Center. $18 ($17 Memphis Runners Track Club members). Register online at: support.youthvillages.org/yv5k.

Tennessee Trails Association: April 17, Meeman-Shelby Forest Chickasaw Bluff Trail hike. Meet 9 a.m. at the Visitor Center. A 6- to 7-mile easy to moderate hike. 412-3810. tennesseetrails.org

Bon Lin Blazing 5K Run/Walk: 2 p.m. April 18 at Bon Lin Middle School, 3862 Germantown Road in Bartlett. Registration 1:15 p.m. Preregistration $15, $20 race day. Call 494-7893 or e-mail: bnelson9601@aol.com. Visit: bonlinmiddleptsa.org

Agape Kids Classic Golf Event: April 19 at TPC Southwind. To register call 323-3600.

Harding University Graduate School of Religion 10th annual 5K Race and 1 Mile Fun Walk: Run 8 a.m. April 24 (1 Mile Fun Walk follows). Register online: hugsr.edu/run or 7 a.m. race day. Race begins and ends at Harding campus (1000 Cherry Road). $20 ($17 Memphis Runners Track Club members). Call 432-7727, or e-mail larick@harding.edu.

The Exchange Club Family Center's "5K Race for Hopes and Dreams" 9 a.m. April 24 in Overton Park and followed by a 9:05 a.m. start for 1-Mile Family Walk. Registration $18 before April 23; or $20 race day. Register at: racesonline.com or at the Center (2180 Union). All proceeds will benefit the Center and its 23 programs.

St. Mary's Catholic Church Steeplechase 5K 1-Mile Fun Run: 10 a.m. April 24. St. Mary's Catholic Church, 155 Market. $20 pre-registration, $2 student discount, $1 Memphis Runners Track Club discount, $25 after April 22. Benefits the Soup Kitchen. If you cannot run, donate at stepplechase5k.racesonline.com.

Tennessee Trails Association: April 24, Nathan Bedford Forrest State Park Historic Area, Camden, Tenn. 6-mile moderate hike over hilly terrain. Meet 9:30 a.m. at the park's Interpretative Center. 873-3221. tennesseetrails.org

Health events

American Cancer Society's Look Good ... Feel Better Program: Free service teaching female cancer patients beauty techniques to help restore self-image. Call 278-2000 or (800) 227-2345. Today: 2-4 p.m. at Women's Health Center, 6215 Humphreys Blvd. April 26: 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at Methodist University Hospital, 1265 Union Ave.

GriefShare at Heartsong Church: 6:45-8:30 p.m. Mondays, through April 19 at Heartsong Church, 800 N. Houston Levee, Cordova. Support group for people who are grieving the death of someone close to them. Call 755-6332. E-mail ceaves@heartsongchurch.net.

Crohn's and Colitis Support Group: 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday meeting at the Germantown Community Library, 1925 Exeter. Dr. Rhett Barker, from the UT Pharmacy School, talks about "Inflammatory Bowel Disease-Drug Choices and Interactions."

The Mid-South Comfort Care Coalition: Tuesday meeting at Trezevant Terrace Assisted Living, 177 N. Highland (at Waynoka). Potluck supper 5:30 p.m. Panel discussion 6-7:30 p.m. Topic, "Navigating Ethical Conflicts at End of Life." Call 626-4233.

Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group: Tuesday meeting at The Jones Clinic (reception area), 7710 Wolf River Circle, Germantown. Call 685-5969 ext. 316.

Bosom Buddies: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday at The Jones Clinic, 7710 Wolf River Circle, Germantown. Support group and education for women who have had a diagnosis of cancer. Call 202-7639.

"Girl Talk": Session meets every Thursday through April 15 at 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital Annex (Classroom 3), 7714 Poplar across from Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital. $50 for mother and daughter. Fun, educational program for mothers and their preteen daughters. 516-6645.

10th annual KA Fight Night: Thursday and Friday at the Lyric Oxford (Miss.) Theater on historic Oxford Square. Kappa Alpha Order fights for a cure by hosting a boxing tournament to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Call 748-3036.

Kosten Pancreatic Cancer Support Group: 11 a.m.-noon Saturday at Cordova Branch Library, 8457 Trinity Road in Cordova. Open anyone interested in learning or sharing experiences relating to pancreatic cancer and other related diseases. 448-3234.

Surgical Weight-Loss Options: 7 p.m. April 12 in seminar rooms at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, 6019 Walnut Grove Road. Dr. George Woodman addresses benefits and risks of weight-loss surgery. Free. 226-LOSE (5673). baptistonline.org

"Women Helping Other Women" -- Breast Cancer Support Group: 7 p.m. April 13 meeting at the Women's Health Center, 50 Humphreys Blvd., Suite 23. Women diagnosed with breast cancer, undergoing treatment for breast cancer or recovering from breast cancer are invited. 227-9694.

Presurgery classes for knee and hip patients: Group meets 2-4 p.m. April 14 and 2-4 p.m. April 28 in the Powell Library (first floor of Medical Plaza I) at Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis, 6025 Walnut Grove. Call 226-5000. Visit online: memphis.baptistonline.org.

American Cancer Society's Man to Man: 6:30-8 p.m. April 15 at Baptist Memorial Hospital (Powell Library), 6025 Walnut Grove. Prostate cancer support group. To register: 278-2000 or (800) 227-2345.

Free Educational Conference for Caregivers: 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. April 15 at the Agricenter International, 7777 Walnut Grove. Oral health for the elderly, legal issues, long-term care insurance, fall prevention, caregiver stress, etc. Featured speaker is Brad Hyde, Arkansas coordinator of outreach and referral development for Delta Medical Center in Memphis. Preregister: 565-0011.

National Healthcare Decisions Day: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. April 16 at the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, 3030 Poplar. Methodist Hospice, Mid-South Comfort Coalition, give free information about advance care planning and advance directive forms. Call 356-3156. nationalhealthcaredecisionday.org

A Health and Wellness Expo: 10 a.m.-1 p.m. April 17 at Holy City Church of God in Christ (Vision for Life Center), 3174 James Road. Free screenings for blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol, body mass index, vision, dental. Career fair, workshops, aerobics.

Whitehaven Healthy Community Day: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. April 17 on the grounds across from Methodist South Hospital, 1300 Wesley Drive, Whitehaven. Health Walk at 9 a.m., Health Fair 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. and health panel discussion 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Walk benefits American Heart Association, American Cancer Society, American Diabetes Association, Mid-South Transplant Foundation, National Kidney Foundation. Register for walk: 516-3580. methodisthealth.org

Send information to fason@commercialappeal.com.

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Focus on fitness to limit lifetime health care expenses - Republic

Posted: 05 Apr 2010 10:39 AM PDT

With health care reform now a reality, some of us are relieved and some of us are worried about how it will change not only the medical landscape but our expenses. We often feel we're not in control when it comes to health care. But in reality, we are in control of how much we will spend on medical treatment in the future.

How? By how healthy we are now and in the future. Healthier people have lower medical expenses, so taking action to improve health is a step toward creating a better financial picture. The average total medical expenses in retirement are $250,000 per couple, according to the National Business Group on Health , a nonprofit agency. Being in better than average health can lower that expense.

We should worry less about how much we are saving for retirement and more about how much we are maintaining good health and sticking to our workout plan. Staying in shape can also lower our health, life and long-term care insurance premiums. People with lower cholesterol and weight get the best rates. Some long-term care policies can have coverage delayed until later in life. So if we stay healthy, we can put off the coverage needs and save on premiums.

Illness is not totally avoidable, but we can plan for our retirement better knowing we are less likely to need high medical expenses if we lead a lifestyle filled with a proper diet and exercise. Not only should we consider a personal financial planner, but a personal trainer to keep us in shape. That could be the best health expense.

Health goes for the mind, too. Staying active mentally could reduce expenses by keeping us out of assisted living facilities. Being more mentally aware can allow us to live longer in our homes. Reading, taking classes and doing mind puzzles are all good ways to flex the brain.

Start a path to good health now by doing an inventory of your health issues and challenging yourself and your doctor to improve your health. Also consider a wellness doctor who can incorporate medical and lifestyle changes, including use of natural remedies to lessen the impact of drug interactions and even the dependence on drugs alone, another budget killer.

A commitment to health is a good step to not only improving your longevity and fitness, but your finances.

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plus 3 more, “Lexington fire departments get grants - Salisbury Post”

2010-04-04T21:36:00.001-07:00

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Lexington fire departments get grants - Salisbury Post

Posted: 03 Apr 2010 08:50 PM PDT

The AFG funds can be used to pay for training, equipment, wellness and fitness, and health and safety modifications to stations and facilities.

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Health & Fitness Articles - Buzzle

Posted: 02 Apr 2010 10:03 PM PDT

Recent Health & Fitness Articles

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Getting pregnant is not as easy as it seems. Read on for some crucial conception tips that may help you to find your bundle of joy!

Foods Low in Cholesterol
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Oily Face
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Taping Shin Splints
Taping shin splints can be a good way to avoid the pain from aggravating. Read the following article and get to know different taping techniques for shin splints.

Bad Dandruff Solutions
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Flu Vaccine Side Effects
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Severe Dandruff
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Hyperextended Knee
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Organic Brain Syndrome
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Infected Tongue Piercing
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Brown Rice vs White Rice
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Watermelon Stomach
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Falling Asleep at Work
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Colon Problems
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Guacamole Nutrition Facts
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Interval Training Workouts
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Separated Shoulder
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Itchy Swollen Eyelids
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Peas: Calories in Peas
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Senior Citizen Health and the Benefits of Physical ... - Associated Content

Posted: 04 Apr 2010 09:15 AM PDT

Recognizing the Advantages of Being Fit in Retirement Age

The benefits of being healthy are infinite, but while we are young, we feel that we can always start living a healthy life "tomorrow." While it may be true that most young people who are of average health can put off the business of being fit for a short while, senior citizens do not have that option.

Being physically fit offers many benefits that can make life much easier for senior citizens. Most of us have a mental picture of what it is like to be elderly, and that picture usually includes poor health and a sedentary lifestyle - how interesting is that? Life as a senior citizen does not have to be that dreary. Elderly people can have a vibrant and exciting lifestyle, and being fit plays a major part in obtaining that goal.

Life Expectancy: It Ain't what it Used to Be

Given technological advances, and more readily available health education, people are living longer than they ever have before. The life expectancy for the average person in the United States is 78 years. Life will be much more enjoyable if you enter the retirement years with the healthiest body possible. Being fit overall will allow you to enjoy your golden years without the hardship of being unnecessarily ill - who wants to be sick when they're old? Your senior years are meant to be enjoyed, so get obsessed with being fit now, so that you can reap the benefits later.

Hercules, Now There Was a Man with a Plan

By being stronger, you will be better able to manage daily duties and physical activities as you become elderly. Maintaining one's fitness level is essential to building strong bones, joints and muscles. Learn about ways to enjoy calcium rich foods (low-fat of course), and incorporate weight bearing physical activities into your daily fitness routine. Don't be a wimp, get friendly with the irons - or, be just a little wimpy and experience the fitness benefits of Pilates or yoga. Pilates and yoga can offer excellent low-impact, strength building benefits for senior citizens.

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Posted: 01 Apr 2010 12:57 AM PDT

Elite Health & Fitness Center in Stoughton has come a long way from its inception nine years ago as a small physical therapy studio. In February, the Elite staff opened a 40,000-square-foot facility on Central Street.

Elite Fitness was previously located at 57 Front St. in Stoughton, where the business occupied about 16,000 square feet by the time owners Keith Callanan and Peter Rappoli decided to move it. They bought the new property about two years ago and began construction on the building last year.

"It just came to the point where we outgrew it," said Emily Tracy, the club's manager. "We were accommodating more and more people."

Callanan and Rappoli started the business after working as physical therapists with the Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Angels and Indianapolis Colts.

The new facility includes a basketball court and indoor track, a training room, a group fitness studio, a spinning studio and a much larger physical therapy clinic.

Elite offers more than 40 group classes a week, such as Zumba, yoga, pilates and spinning. Elite also offers classes for seniors as well as after-school programs. "We accommodate people as young as 5 weeks and have members into their 90s," Tracy said.

Elite employs more than 60 people such as group exercise leaders, physical therapists and personal trainers.

Elite has about 2,800 members in its club.

The members "love it here," Tracy said. "We're wrapping fitness in something more than just coming to the gym or just getting a trainer. We're making it fun. The owners and the staff – everyone's heart and soul is in the business."

Lana Lagomarsini may be reached at llagomar@ledger.com.

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Posted: 30 Mar 2010 10:07 PM PDT

Aurora Wellness Center

What is hayfever?: Hayfever, also known as allergic rhinitis, accounts for more than 12 million physician visits a year. The disease is caused by outside pollens and indoor allergens, including dust, pets and mold. Join Dr. Nathan Lebak, allergy and immunology specialist, to learn more about the latest treatment options. 6-7:30 p.m. April 1, Aurora Wellness Center, 300 McCanna Parkway, Burlington. Free. Call (800) 499-5736.

Eat Right Racine

Kitchen Basics: An interactive workshop with Melody Kloska which provides information on how to cook and eat more fresh food. It will be followed by two "made from scratch" demonstrations by Janet Mrazek, featuring yogurt-making and homemade bread with just four ingredients. 6:30-7:45 p.m. April 1, Razor Sharp Fitness, 7300 Washington Ave., Mount Pleasant. Free. Registration is required, call (262) 995-4369 or send an e-mail to: eatrightracine@gmail.com

Heigl Chiropractic Center

Heigl Chiropractic Center is at 3343 Douglas Ave. Call (262) 681-2273 to register.

NEW SOLUTIONS TO PARKINSON'S DISEASE: Learn about a 10-minute test. 6:15-7 p.m. April 5. Free.

CHRONIC FATIGUE: 6:15-7 p.m. April 7. Free.

BloodCenter of Wisconsin

Collectively Greater: BloodCenter of Wisconsin is the new home of Wisconsin Donor Network and Wisconsin Tissue Bank, making it the first and only organization in the United States to specialize in all four types of donation: blood, marrow, tissue and organs. This public event will illustrate the simple, yet powerful ways that gifts of organs, tissue, marrow and blood connect diverse families. 8:30-11:30 a.m. April 7. Free. Registration required by April 2, call (414) 937-6138 or send an e-mail to: rsvp@bcw.edu

For more information, visit the Web: http://www.bcw.edu

Pacemakers for the Brain: Join Movement Disorders Neurologists from Froedtert and Medical College of Wisconsin as they discuss deep brain stimulation, an innovative surgical procedure that can improve the quality of life for some people with Parkinson's disease, essential tremor and dystonia. 6-7:30 p.m. April 14, Racine Marriott Hotel, 7111 Washington Ave., Mount Pleasant. Free. Registration is required, call (800) 272-3666 or visit the Web: http://froedtert.com/classes

Covenant Presbyterian Church

THE MASKS WE WEAR: David Henderson will facilitate this seminar which will help people identify, examine and befriend one or more of the masks they wear each day. Construct a mask of your own and talk with others about the roles these play. 6:30-8:30 p.m. April 13, Covenant Presbyterian Church, 40 Ohio St. Free. Registration is required, call (262) 634-4597.

Western Racine County Health Department

ADULT VACCINES: For a limited time, six adult vaccines will be available to western Racine County residents for just a $10 administration fee. Vaccines available include MMR (measles, mumps and rubella), varicella (chicken pox), Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis also called whooping cough), Hep A (severe food poisoning), Hep B (virus results from exposure to infectious blood or body fluids containing blood), and HPV (human papillomavirus-genital warts and cancer. HPV vaccine is now also available for both men and women). For more information, visit the Web, http://www.wrchd.org) or call (262) 763-4930.

Clinics will be at the following times and locations:

4-6 p.m. April 14, Western Racine County Health Department, 156 E. State St., Burlington.
5-7 p.m. April 19, Waterford Public Library, 101 N. River St., Waterford.
5-6 p.m. April 20, Dover Town Hall, 4110 S. Beaumont Ave., Kansasville.
9-10 a.m. April 21, Western Racine County Health Department, 156 E. State St., Burlington.
4-6 p.m. April 22, Western Racine County Health Department, 156 E. State St., Burlington.

H1N1 FLU CLINICS: Free mist and injectable H1N1 vaccines will also be available during the above clinics.

Caledonia/Mount Pleasant Health Department

IMMUNIZATIONS: Immunizations for children and adults are offered at regularly scheduled clinics. Fees are $10 for all Caledonia, Mount Pleasant, Sturtevant and North Bay residents; $15 for all non-residents. Fee is exempt for Badgercare and Medicaid patients.

Immunizations include varicella (Chicken Pox), DTaP, Td, polio, HIB, MMR and hepatitis B. Immunizations for adults include tetanus and hepatitis B. TB skin tests are offered by appointment only by calling (262) 835-6429. Clients must return to the health department 48-72 hours later for the test to be read. Call (262) 835-6429 for more information.

All clinics will be held at the Caledonia/Mount Pleasant Health department, 10005 Northwestern Ave. (second floor of the U.S. Bank building), Caledonia. The immunization schedule is:

First Thursday of the month, 4-5 p.m.
Second Monday of the month, 4-5:30 p.m.
Third Thursday of the month, 10-11 a.m.
Fourth Thursday of the month, 4-5:30 p.m.

City of Racine Health Department

IMMUNIZATION CLINICS: The City of Racine offers immunization clinics in the City Hall Room 4, 730 Washington Ave., on the days listed. A $10 fee is requested for residents of the city of Racine, Elmwood Park and Wind Point; and $15 for non-residents; however, there is no charge if people are unable to pay. People should bring their child's current immunization records.

Tuesdays - 4-6 p.m.
Wednesdays - 1:15-4 p.m.

BLOOD PRESSURE CLINICS: The City of Racine Health Department will offer blood pressure screening by appointment for City of Racine, Elmwood Park and Wind Point residents. Call (262) 636-9431.

STD Clinic: The City of Racine Health Department offers walk-in clinics to check for sexually-transmitted diseases. The clinic is for city residents and offers HIV testing (if desired) and will be held in the City Hall Room 4 (lower level). The fee is $10; however, there is no charge if people are unable to pay. Rapid HIV testing with results available in 15 minutes is available by appointment only during non-clinic times, call (262) 636-9498.

Mondays - 1-3:30 p.m.
Wednesdays - 9-11:30 a.m.

City Hall, lower level, Room 4, 730 Washington Ave.

H1N1 FLU CLINIC: Free vaccinations are available by appointment to all members of the general population. Do not make or attend an appointment if you have a fever. Children younger than 18 must be accompanied by an adult and have a consent form signed by their parent or legal guardian. Children under age 10 required two doses of the H1N1 vaccine, with an optimal time of four weeks between first and second doses. Forms are available on the Web: http://www.cityofracine.org/depts/health

Walk-in clinics are held at the following times in Room 4 of City Hall, 730 Washington Ave.:

4-6 p.m. Tuesdays.
1:15-4 p.m. Wednesdays.

To schedule an appointment, call (262) 636-9431.

Visiting Nurse Community Care Inc.

Health Screenings: Visiting Nurse Community Care Inc. provides diagnostic health screens weekly from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays and 2 to 4 p.m. Fridays at the offices of Nutritional Designs & Pharmacy, 2333 Northwestern Ave. For information and appointments, call (262) 656-8400.

Kenosha Visiting Nurse Association

SHINGLES vaccinations: People who have had chickenpox are at risk for shingles. The risk for shingles increases as a person gets older. Shingles is painful and can cause serious problems. There is no way to tell who will get shingles or when it may occur. A single dose of shingles vaccine is recommended for adults age 60 and older and for those who have not had shingles. It is a one-time vaccination. Fee: $235. The Kenosha Visiting Nurse Association offices are at 600 52nd St., Suite 300, Kenosha. Call (262) 656-8400 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Walgreens Drug Stores

H1N1 FLU CLINIC: The clinic has intranasal and injectable vaccines for the general public. The fee is $18 and will accept Medicare Part B and some Medicare replacements, Medicaid (needs billing verification), private insurance and private pay. Call location for hours.

3825 Durand Ave., call (262) 554-8686.
6125 Durand Ave., Mount Pleasant, call (262) 554-6116.
4901 Spring St., call (262) 886-9643.
819 N. Memorial Drive, call (262) 637-4900.
4810 Washington Ave., call (262) 635-0181.

Fitness File is published every Wednesday and includes notices of nonprofit fitness and health-related programs. The deadline to submit an announcement is seven days before the desired publication date. Mail information to Fitness File, c/o Diane Collins, 212 Fourth St., Racine, WI 53403; fax to (262) 631-1780; or submit it via the Web, http://www.journaltimes.com/calendar and click on the "Health" category.

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Health & Fitness Calendar - Bryan College Station Eagle

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 10:07 PM PDT

Published Wednesday, March 31, 2010 12:03 AM to calendar@theeagle.com

CLINIC

Monday

GET MOVING

Wednesday

* Seniors Golf Tournament. 7:30 a.m. Bryan Golf Course, 206 W. Villa Maria Road. $5 entry.

* A Matter of Balance class. 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. CS Teen Center, 1520 Rock Prairie Rd. Fall prevention program for seniors. Free. Register: Quinn@srph.tamhsc.edu.

Friday

* Senior Ladies Tennis. 8 a.m. Gordon's Tennis at Aerofit, 4455 Carter Creek Parkway, Bryan. 846-8925.

Monday

* Seniors Golf Tournament. 7 a.m. Texas A&M University Golf Course in College Station. $5. No advance registration; just show up and play.

Tuesday

* Brazos Ladies Golf Association Playday. 8 a.m. Bryan Golf Course, 206 W. Villa Maria Road. All women welcome. $12/year.

Ongoing

* Ballroom dance classes: Latin, waltz, quickstep, salsa, Argentine tango, American and more. All ages and levels. 690-0606 or www.SusansBallroomDance.com.

* Bariatric post-op exercise. St. Joseph Rehabilitation Center, 1318 Memorial Drive, Bryan. Classes at the fitness studio, aquatherapy pool and cardiac rehab gym. 821-7558.

LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

Thursday

* Heartsaver CPR Course. 6-9:30 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, in Bryan. $50 to learn basic CPR. Course teaches how to recognize and treat life-threatening emergencies, including adult, child and infant procedures. 731-1231.

* Do Well, Be Well with Diabetes class series registration deadline. B-CS Community Health Ctr. $15/person. Meets Thursdays from April 8 to May 6. For adults with type 2 diabetes. Registration required. 823-0129.

Friday

* New Baby Day Camp Sibling Tours for big brothers and sisters. 5-6 p.m. St. Joseph Regional Health Center lobby. For ages 2 to 8. Free. Registration required. 731-1231.

Monday

* Prepared Childbirth Series Course (session 3 of 4). 7-9:30 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, in Bryan. $90 per couple. 731-1231.

Tuesday

* 3-session Comprehensive Diabetes Program (session 2). 9 a.m. to noon. St. Joseph Healthy Communities, in Bryan. Designed for people with pre-diabetes or type 2 diabetes. Topics include meal planning, exercise, medications, complications, self-care management and blood glucose monitoring. Costs $50 for the 3-session course and includes a blood glucometer and a one month membership to the wellness gym. 731-1231.

* Pre-natal class (session 1 of 4), 6:30-7:30 p.m. College Station Medical Center, 1st floor conference room. Hospital tour, admissions, labor & delivery and planning for birth. RSVP: 866-344-2762.

SUPPORT GROUPS

Wednesday

Thursday

* Palmer Drug Abuse Program Brazos Valley. 6-7 p.m. First Baptist Church of Bryan, 3100 Cambridge Drive. Ages 13 to 25. 739-4253.

* Eating Disorders support group. 6:30 p.m. St. Joseph Rehab, conference room across from Quilter's Cafe). 731-1231.

* Young Parkinson's support group. 6:30 p.m. Location changes, call 821-7523 for information.

* Celebrate Recovery Program. 7 to 9:30 p.m. Central Baptist Church, 1991 F.M. 158, College Station. www.cbcbryan.org or 776-9977.

Monday

* Noon Timers support group. Noon. Support group for people with Parkinson's Disease and their families. St. Joseph Rehab Center Quilter's Cafe. 821-7523.

Tuesday

* Dialogue, support group for people currently receiving treatment for cancer. 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. American Cancer Society office, 3207 Briarcrest Dr. 774-0808.

* TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly). 5:45-7 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, 3030 E. 29th St., Suite 100, Bryan. Come and visit. 846-0617.

* Adults With Aging Parents Support Group. 6 p.m. A&M United Methodist Church--main sanctuary building, Room 114 Quest classroom, 417 University Drive. Learn how to wade through the paperwork associated with Medicare Part B, learn about government benefits that might help with spouse or family, or just talk to someone who is experiencing the same situation. www.am-umc.org, 777-6446 or lppausky@yahoo.com.

* B-CS Chapter of Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance. 6:30 p.m. St. Joseph Education Annex, Room 2. DBSA peer-led support group. 314-4796.

* Grief Share Support Group. 7 p.m. First Baptist Church--Bryan. Room 137. Help in getting you through your personal loss. 776-1400.

TELL US

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HEALTH CALENDAR - Batavia Sun

Posted: 31 Mar 2010 02:03 AM PDT

April 13
Prenatal class: 5-8:30 p.m. April 13, Silver Cross Hospital, 1200 Maple Road, Joliet. Learn about labor, delivery, recovery, post partum and birthing options. Registration is mandatory. To register, call 888-660-4325 or register online at www.silvercross.org.

April 17-18
Prepared childbirth weekend class: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 17 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 18, Silver Cross Hospital, 1200 Maple Road, Joliet. Participants receive instruction on breathing, relaxation and floor exercise techniques. Includes review of labor, delivery, recovery and postpartum process. Cost is $60 per couple, which includes lunch. Call 888-660-4325, or visit www.silvercross.org.

April 22
Baby basics: 6:30-8:30 p.m. April 22, Silver Cross Hospital, 1200 Maple Road, Joliet. Geared to help parents-to-be and new parents. Class is $15 per couple. To register, call 888-660-4325, or visit www.silvercross.org.

April 27
Freedom from smoking program: 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesdays for seven weeks starting April 27 at Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital, 500 Remington Blvd. in Bolingbrook. The $20 registration fee covers materials. To register, call 815-727-8769, or visit www.willcountyhealth.org.

April 28
Blood drive: 1:30-6:30 p.m. April 28, Plainfield Fire District Administrative Building, 15025 S. DesPlaines St. Sponsored by Plainfield Fire District. Call 815-435-5335, ext. 1935, to make an appointment, or visit www.heartlandbc.org. A photo ID is required.

Ongoing
H1N1 vaccinations: 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays and 9 a.m. to noon Fridays, Grundy County Health Department, 1320 Union St. in Morris is taking appointments for the H1N1 Vaccination. Free. Call 815-941-6130 to schedule. Walk-ins welcome, Updates and more information are available on the Web site at www.grundyhealth.com.
Premier cardiovascular risk assessment: To learn if you are at risk for heart disease, Silver Cross offers a Premier Cardiovascular Risk Assessment.The screening includes a high-speed CT scan to measure calcium deposits in the coronary arteries (calcium score), 12-lead EKG, measurements of HDL/LDL cholesterol and triglyceride levels, blood glucose level, body mass index (BMI), and a personal consultation with a cardiovascular nurse. A 12-hour fast is required. Cost is $225. For those just wanting to learn their calcium score, this CT scan is available for just $200 at the Silver Cross Health Center, 12701 W. 143rd St, Homer Glen, as well as at the Hospital. To schedule an appointment, call 815-740-7076.
Calcium artery scoring: Silver Cross Hospital offers a quick and painless test using a high speed CT scanner that can measure calcium deposits in the coronary arteries to determine your risk of having a heart attack. Calcium artery scoring is ideal for men older than age 45 and women older than age 55 who smoke, have high blood pressure, high cholesterol or a family history of premature coronary artery disease. This scan is available for $200. Call 815-740-7076 for an appointment.
Senior fit exercise class: 9-10 a.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at the Diagnostic and Rehabilitative Center of Morris Hospital located at 100 Gore Road, just north of Interstate 80 in Morris; 8:15-9:15 Tuesdays and Thursdays at the United Methodist annex in Minooka; 10-11 a.m. Mondays and Fridays Coal City Public Library; and 7:30-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Mazon Grade School. Senior fit classes are provided free of charge to individuals ages 55 and older. To register, call 815-942-2932, ext. 7364.
Blood pressure check: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily at the Silver Cross Health Center and Professional Building at 12701 W. 143rd St., Homer Glen. Walk-ins welcome. Call 708-364-6337.
TB testing: Mondays by appointment at the Grundy County Health Department, 1320 Union St. in Morris. Cost is $15. Call 815-941-3419 to schedule an appointment.
Body pump, body step: Monday-Thursday and Saturday, Challenge Fitness Center, 2021 S. Lawrence Ave., Lockport. Cost $30 residents/$35 nonresidents. Call 815-838-3621, ext. 314.
Swimming lessons: Lockport Township Park District's Challenge Fitness pool, 2021 S. Lawrence Ave., Lockport. For ages 8 months and older. Classes are offered for parent/tot, youths and adults. Fee $35 residents/$50 nonresidents. To register, call 815-838-3621.
Water aerobics: Monday and Wednesday, Challenge Fitness pool, 2021 S. Lawrence Ave., Lockport. For ages 18 and older. Fee $5 residents/$7 nonresidents; CF members $7 residents and $9 nonresidents. Call 815-838-3621, ext. 0.
WOA group: 9:30 to 10 a.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Women of Abundance provides support and education to large teens and women who want to lose weight. Looking for new members age 13 and up. Call 630-312-8551 for information and location.
Fitness makes a terrific gift: Lockport Township Park District's Challenge Fitness Center, 2021 S. Lawrence Ave., Lockport, offers many different spa services. For appointments, call 815-838-3621.
Family Fun Fridays: 6 to 8 p.m. Fridays, Challenge Fitness Pool, 2021 S. Lawrence Ave., Lockport. Bring family and friends and favorite pool floats. Fees vary. For more information, call 815-838-3621, ext. 0.
Blood pressure check: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays at the Silver Cross Health Center and Professional Building, 12701 W. 143rd St. in Homer Glen. Walk-ins welcome. Free. For information, call 708-364-6337.
Latin nights: 6 to 7 p.m. Tuesdays at the Smith Family YMCA, 1350 S. Briggs St., Joliet. This aerobic exercise is a great cardiovascular workout. No prior dance experience required. This class is free for members and $54 for nonmembers. Call 815-726-3939 or visit JOLIETYMCA.ORG.
Pilates: 6 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays, Galowich Family YMCA, 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet. This class is a mind-body exercise with emphasis on core strength. Fee is $35 for members and $70 for nonmembers. Call 815-726-3939 or visit JOLIETYMCA.ORG.
Crunch at lunch: Noon to 12:30 p.m. Fridays, Galowich Family YMCA, 749 Houbolt Road, Joliet. Get rid of unwanted tummies during lunch break; Tuesdays at the Smith branch, 1350 S. Briggs St., Joliet. This class is free for members and $54 for nonmembers. Call 815-726-3939 or visit JOLIETYMCA.ORG.
Pilates: 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays, Diagnostic and Rehabilitative Center of Morris Hospital, 100 Gore Road in Morris. Designed to tone and sculpt the entire body while promoting weight loss. Cost is $2.50 per session. Call 815-942-2932, ext. 7364, to register.
Sunrise yoga: 5:45 to 6:30 a.m. Tuesdays, Heritage Crossing Field House, sponsored by Channahon Park District. Call 815-467-7275.
Gentle yoga: 9:45 to 10:45 a.m. Wednesdays at the Diagnostic and Rehabilitative Center at Morris Hospital, 100 Gore Road, Morris. A modification of traditional yoga with seniors in mind. Call 815-942-2932, ext. 7364, to register.
Laughter yoga: 6 to 6:45 p.m. Wednesdays at Schoolhouse Manor Park in New Lenox. No sense of humor required, but bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing. Call Heidi at 708-814-7671 or visit www.MassageByHeidi.com/LaughterYoga.
Items for the health/fitness calendars must be submitted in writing 10 days prior to the Wednesday on which it should run. We prefer all items e-mailed to jfeatures@stmedianetwork.com. You may also send them to: Health/Fitness Roundup, 13543 S. Route 30, Plainfield, IL 60544-1100 or fax to 815-439-7527. For more information, call Jean Edwards at 815-439-5312.

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Your Health: Blowing up stereotypes about seniors and ... - Union

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 11:54 PM PDT

Most people would consider a wheelchair the end of exercise. But as Monday morning water aerobics at the Eskaton Village let out, one berobed woman zipped away from the pool in her powerchair.

"My clients are the best, because they're my role models," said instructor Lynne Schweissenger, ponytail still dripping from the swim. "They're religious about coming."

Staff at the Grass Valley retirement community is trying to get even more people to take the plunge as part of Faces of Fitness, a new initiative kicked off last week that encourages residents to set and achieve health goals.

Faces is a pilot program expected to be extended to all 13 facilities in California run by Carmichael-based Eskaton, which provides independent and assisted living arrangements.

The goal is to help people make the most out of life after 55. For some, that may mean trying out a new exercise class. For others, it's lifting weights to guard against broken bones.

"We want to absolutely blow up the stereotypes," said Eskaton Grass Valley administrator Mary Eaton-Campbell. "We're transforming the aging experience."

It's not always easy to exercise, especially with a chronic health condition.

Joe Vielbig, who was toweling off after water aerobics, said every day is a battle thanks to two shoulder replacements and a knee replacement. But the 81-year-old gets extra prodding from his wife, Peg.

"She tells me what to do, when to do it and how to do it," Vielbig joked. He's been a devotee of water aerobics for 28 years.

Beyond the rehabilitation factor, fitness starts friendship, and vice versa.

Carolyn Harvey moved to Eskaton in August 2009.

"What better way to meet new people than to try new things," Harvey said. So she experimented with different classes, finally settling on Fitness with Gayle. What looked like an easy class — some attendees came in with walkers — turned out to be a rigorous, thrice-weekly workout.

She supplements that strength and balance training by walking laps daily — an exercise she's been doing for her entire life — and the healthy, light eating taught by her mother, who was "the original health food addict," she said.

"The more active you are, the younger you stay," Harvey said.

Staff are even joining in, bringing a gym bag to work and changing out of business suits at midday.

"They're getting to know (residents) in a new way — by sweating with them," said Eskaton marketing director Rhonda Herrin.

In addition to exercise goals, which will be posted along with photos on a wall of the community's lodge, the kitchen staff is introducing a new menu of heart-healthy choices.

Instead of sweet-and-sour pork, diners can choose snapper with tomatoes and capers, for example. Those low-cholesterol, low-sodium entrees came from an American Heart Association cookbook.

But Faces of Fitness doesn't stop with physical goals.

Brain games are meant to keep the mind sharp, and the staff is promoting yoga and meditation to touch the spirit.

People who settle in Nevada County have high expectations for a retirement community, Campbell said. The activities in place at Eskaton go beyond a basic exercise program, and that better meets the diverse needs and interests of today's senior adult.

"Who you are at 80 is who you were at 25 and who you were at 40," Campbell said. "Just because you're 80 doesn't mean those dreams go away."

Some continue learning through Sierra College classes — including courses offered at the village. The Eskaton bus takes residents to theater productions in town.

The cues for Eskaton's programming are increasingly coming from residents — like one woman who continues riding her stationary bike twice a day — at age 101.

"Eighty is young. People are living longer," Campbell said. "There really are no boundaries."

To contact Staff Writer Michelle Rindels, e-mail mrindels@theunion.com or call (530) 477-4247.

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plus 3 more, “IPhone App Review: Tap & Track Health and Fitness App - Associated Content”

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Posted: 30 Mar 2010 11:15 AM PDT

Using Your IPhone or ITouch to Improve Your Health

For those who have an iPhone or ITouch, the number of available programs for it, called "apps" (i.e. applications) can be overwhelming. Particularly when you first obtain an iPhone, exploring the available apps at iTunes can be mind-blowing and even a little confusing. How can you find the apps you will use and enjoy? Is it really possible to ferret out the app that will fit your lifestyle? First, it's wise to check out the reviews of any app before purchasing it.

Improving your Eating Habits and Exercise Routines using Tap & Track on iPhone

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website, 33% of adults in the U.S., as of 2008 are considered obese. If you hope to adapt a healthier lifestyle, you are probably looking for methods to help you. To get a handle on what you eat, how often you eat, and how long you exercise, consider purchasing a health and fitness app for your iPhone from iTunes. Portable and easily accessed, using a health and fitness app is always with you when it's in your iPhone.

Cost of the Tap & Track App

Out of several health and fitness apps at iTunes, this writer decided to purchase Tap & Track, written by nonobitsoftware.com to see what it has to offer. After all, it only costs $3.99. Even so, as apps go, $3.99 is mid-range. Most of the health-related apps cost between $0.99 and 2.99.

ITunes Reviews of Tap & Track

In Tap & Track's case, the overall average rating on iTunes was 4 stars out of 5. As over 250 people have rated it, that is saying something.

Tap & Track's Uniqueness

The breadth of food calorie counts in Tap & Track numbers over 110,000. Plus, it breaks out foods by brand names, if you prefer to look up foods using the manufacturer's name. It's convenient to use this function to quickly determine if the food item is found in Tap & Track's food listings.

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MTG’S HEALTH CHALLENGE - Dunn County News

Posted: 30 Mar 2010 02:14 PM PDT

MTG'S HEALTH CHALLENGE

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By JEANNETTE PAULES, MTG Health Challenge
Tuesday, March 30, 2010 4:15 PM CDT

EDITOR'S NOTE: Each week, we're featuring updates on the status of Menomonie Theater Guild's (MTG) 2010 Health Challenge. From March 1 to May 31, participants are working with the staff at MainStreet Health & Fitness to melt the fat off of their bodies.

This week's article is by participant Jeannette Paules, who serves as vice president of MTG and recently directed The Wizard of Oz. She works for Positive Alternatives as the Adolescent Care Manager in Alpha House Group Home.

Having been overweight for most of my adult life has taken its toll on me in many ways. I've watched myself go from vibrant, social butterfly to a much more reserved, inhibited obese woman. At times I've taken pride in being a big girl, made jokes about my size or celebrated the extra curves on my body. In those days, I would've considered myself overweight but essentially healthy.

As the pounds added up and the overweight social butterfly turned into an obese, self- loathing woman, I changed. I no longer felt attractive or desirable in any sense of the word. There were goals and dreams I wanted for myself and my amazingly supportive husband (who is also participating in the challenge) that I feared would never be accomplished.

I tried and failed multiple times to lose weight, and the goals and dreams continued to be pushed aside; not only from the weight of failure but also because I was exhausted. I literally had no energy at the end of the day. It was all I could do to make it through the work day. The first thing on my mind as I made my way home was definitely not the gym. It was usually what we would eat for dinner that night, which generally was comprised of some form of take-out (my favorite being Chinese). It was just easier to not think about what we were putting into our bodies. After awhile, it was evident that I had lost control.

Blaine Halverson, MTG's executive director and another Health Challenge participant, and I have been friends for many years now through our mutual love of theater. When he approached me about his idea for a health challenge benefiting MTG, I realized this is exactly what I needed. We receive guidance and knowledge from Todd Maki and the staff of MainStreet Health and Fitness that is absolutely invaluable, all while supporting one of the things I hold most dear to me: Menomonie Theater Guild. So far the process has been great. I feel more energized and ready for change than I have ever felt in my life. My husband and I literally wiped our cupboards clean and started fresh. The support system that I have around me is the most amazing group of people possible. I still struggle daily with making the proper choices and craving unhealthy foods, but each day opens my eyes to more possibilities and the fight gets easier.

My biggest struggle as an obese woman has not always been poor food choices or lack of energy but the way others seem to view my struggle. More often than not people do not understand why it's so hard for someone to lose weight. They view obese people as lazy and think it should be easy to shed the pounds.

It is my hope that with the challenge participants writing so candidly about their experiences, people will be able to fully understand the struggle that so many face daily. I want to win that battle, and with the help of this community, friends and family, I know I am on the right track to achieving my goals.

Tidbits from other challengees

Greg Paules: I'm excited that I finally feel thinner.

Blaine Halverson: I am grateful to those who are pledging. I'm overwhelmed by how much they care about my health. It's keeping me motivated.

Nichole Foley: I felt discouraged last week after getting really sick. Sticking to a healthy diet and slowly incorporating exercise back into my routine have helped me feel like I am getting back on track!

Suzie Schwartz: I am going on six weeks without any pop. I use to have pop whenever I went out to eat, but now I just have water.

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If you would like information about MTG's 2010 Health Challenge or would like to pledge to a participant, contact MTG at 235-2228 or by e-mailing menomonietheaterguild@hotmail.com.

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