Dear Friends,

With the winter holidays upon us, now is the time to enjoy friends and family, to appreciate the great things we have in our lives and to look forward to an exciting and challenging new year. This is a time for abundant expectancy, rather than abundant expectations. Rather than feeling guilty about holiday activities, accept that there are times when maintaining what you have accomplished is an achievement. Life is a balancing act. Just as with walking – Loose is Power. The more relaxed you are, the more powerful you become.

Be good to yourself — Relax and enjoy!!

Thank you for your interest in Footsteps for Health. I'd enjoy hearing from you!

Happy Holidays and may the joy of the season fill your heart.

Judy

Frequently Asked Questions!

You'll want to check out the newly added area called FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) that shares the answers to some of the many questions you've asked over the years - racewalking benefits, personal trainers, muscle endurance etcetera.  And, if there is something you'd like to ask me, simply email me and I'll add it to the site to possibly help others!  Remember, no question is silly as it may be something someone else can learn/benefit from.

"Happiness is not in our circumstances, but in ourselves."

Featured Article: Holiday Indulgences

by Judy Heller

Holidays should be a time of celebration, but for some, the season becomes a battleground where vigilant self-control is under siege. Consider these Holiday Indulgences for healthful and guilt-free eating and enjoyment.

Recipe: Best Ever Banana Bread

This highly acclaimed recipe has been included in each edition of my Sports Nutrition Guidebook. It's just too good to delete! Athletes love this banana bread for fueling up before and refueling after hard workouts. For best results, use bananas covered with lots of brown speckles.
Recipe provided by Nancy Clarke.

"It's easy to have faith in yourself and have discipline when you're a winner, when you're number one. What you got to have is faith and discipline when you're not a winner."         

--Vince Lombardi

 

Fitness Tip: Holiday Special Exercise Routine

The holidays and parties are here and you know you should exercise, but......

Don’t fret. Fitness expert Wayne Wescott, Ph.D. has developed a Holiday Special Exercise Routine* for busy folks who do want some form of physical activity and have time to socialize. Here’s what you can do!

"Self-image sets the boundaries of individual accomplishment."  

--Maxwell Maltz

 

Local Activities and Events:

Mark Your Calendar

January 7th         Technique Critique – A Step in the Right Direction

                          3:30 - 4:30 pm

                          U.S. Grant High School Track

                          NE 33rd and U.S. Grant Place

                          $10.00 per session.

January 10th       Walk About Magazine presents Step It UP 2007 Walk & Hike Your Way to Fitness

                          Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2007 7 pm to 9 pm at the Mountain Shop

                          628 NE Broadway Portland 97232 (near Lloyd Center)

                          Join us for: * Product Demos * Nordic Walking Demo * Free 5 min chair massage                              * Health, safety, nutrition info

                          For more information, visit www.walkaboutmag.com

January 14th        Nordic Walk Clinic
                          I:00pm – 2:30pm
                          Laurelhurst Park

January 21st       Technique Critique – A Step in the Right Direction

                          3:30 - 4:30 pm

                          U.S. Grant High School Track

                          NE 33rd and U.S. Grant Place

                          $10.00 per session.

February 2007     5K/10K/Half Marathon Training Program

                          We will be running the third installment of the Training Program
                          from February 2007 to April 2007.

                          Stay tuned for more details!

May 18 - 20         12th Annual NW Regional Race Walk Retreat   

                          This year’s guest coach is 2000 & 2004 50K Olympian —  Philip Dunn

                          Philip is currently training in San Diego, CA. Registration is limited.

Give the gift of health with gift certificates for personal fitness coaching or an Erofit Event

Email Judy for more information

The information contained in this newsletter or located on the web site, www.erofit.com, is not intended as a substitute for the medical recommendations of physicians or other health-care providers.

EROFIT & Associates is dedicated to helping people achieve healthy bodies, sound minds and vibrant-active lifestyles.