Dear Friends,

Welcome to our new subscribers.

This is one of my favorite times of the year. We are on the cusp of the re-emergence

of nature around us. I rejoice when hearing the twitter of returning birds; temperatures are warming, and daylight hours increase. Hooray!! This is a perfect time to reflect on how you are doing with your New Year resolutions in bringing positive change to your lives. In most cases we tend to add ‘things’ to our busy lives, which can lead to over commitment. Taking care of self often falls by the way side. It is not too late to start, make changes or chart a new course in your quest for balance and being a healthier, fitter, happier you.

Wonders of Walking events, WOW Walk Club, and activities are a great way to stay motivated, challenge yourself & meet new people all by doing something healthy for

you . . . walking. Or, like to run? Join in the first Willamette Valley 10K walk / run on

July 21 traversing the Willamette River in Eugene, Oregon.

Enjoy,

Judy

Have a story to share? I know you do! Please send to me.

“Who you are is a necessary step to being who you will be. ”

- Emmanuel

Client Profile: Gary Baldwin

Gary finds yearly inspiration at the NW Regional Racewalk Retreat. Read about how Gary lost weight, stays motivated and maintains personal fitness with the help of Erofit.

Upcoming Walk Clinic: Klamath Falls

Judy will be in Klamath Falls on April 21, 2007 offering three clinics,

each focused on a different level of ability.

For more information, or to register, email Dixie Wonser

or call Dixie at 541.892.4607

Too far to travel?  Judy will come to you!

To set up a clinic in your town, email Judy.  

Free Give Away: Whidbey Island Marathon

If you've ever wanted to participate in the beautiful Whidbey Island Marathon or Half marathon, now is your chance. WalkAbout Magazine is giving away two free entries to this great event which takes place April 15. To enter, email pam@walkaboutmag.com. At this time this is open to walkers wanting to walk the half marathon. On March 15th, two lucky winners will be picked. Good luck!

Featured Article: Organic Foods for Athletes?

by Nancy Clark

Organic foods–are they better, safer, more nutritious? Questions arise: should

eating organic foods be a part of your sports diet? Read more!

Recipe: Whole Wheat Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Recipe provided by Jayne Lancaster.

Fitness Tip: Best Time to Exercise

When is the Best Time to Exercise? The best time to exercise is the time that's right for you. Morning workouts really get some people going, release endorphins, and enhance mood. If you enjoy starting your day with a workout, or find that it's the only time you can fit it into your schedule, stick with it. Others find afternoon or evening workouts productive and stress-relieving. Read this tip from American Council on Exercise for more.

"Water is fluid, soft, and yielding.  But water will wear away rock, which is rigid and

cannot yield. As a rule, whatever is fluid, soft, and yielding will overcome whatever is

rigid and hard. This is another paradox: what is soft is strong. "
– Lao-Tzu

Local Activities and Events:

Mark Your Calendar

 

March 11th          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.

March 25th          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.

April 8th              Nordic Walking

                          1:00 - 2:00 pm

                          Laurelhurst Park

                          SE Ankeny and Laurelhurst Street

                          $30.00 Bring Your Own Poles

                          $35.00 try a pair of FITTREK Poles

April 10 - May 1   Nordic Walking -

                          Presented by Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation!

     Tuesdays from 11:30 - 12:30 pm

     THPRD Athletic Center

     $34.00

May 18th - 20th   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.

For information on Wonders of Walking events,

visit their events page at www.wondersofwalking.com                             

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.