Dear Friends,

October and autumn are upon us. This is the season of the year between summer and winter, lasting from the autumnal equinox to the winter solstice and from September to December in the Northern Hemisphere. This is a time to reflect on summer memories; enjoy the array of colors which adorn our landscape. Begin preparations for shorter day light hours. It is a transition time for us as well as nature.

Philip Dunn, Olympian, will be in town for the Portland marathon. Please join him at the WOW Walk Club on Saturday, October 6 at 9:00 am.

Stop by the Walking Booth to say HI at the Portland Marathon expo at the Hilton Friday, 10/5, and Saturday 10/6.

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

Enjoy each day for the wonders it offers us.

Judy

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

"Never look down to test the ground before taking your next step;

only he who keeps his eye fixed on the far horizon will find the right road."
– Dag Hammarskjöld

WOW Walk Club: OPEN HOUSE

Saturday 10/6/2007

9:00 am

2000, 2004 Olympian Philip Dunn will be a guest at the WOW Club walk at

REI-Portland. Come check out the club, meet and walk with an Olympian.

We will meet in the shoe department to leave for our walk!

Call To Action!  

Fall is a transitional time in nature and our personal goals.  Before Winter takes over, take the time to reevaluate your health and fitness plan - for help, schedule an appointment with personal trainer, Judy Heller.  Email or call 503.282.1677.

Judy In The News!: Vernonia's Voice Article

Vernonia's Voice published an article by our very own Judy Heller in their July/August 2007 issue. Judy's article touts the benefits and wonders of walking - "Did you know exercise walking has been the most popular fitness activity since 1990?"

Read Judy's entire article, click here.

Featured Article: Proteins: Pros, Cons and Confusion

by Nancy Clark

Athletes who want to build muscles and recover well from workouts often feel confused by ads for protein supplements. They wonder how much and what kinds of protein
they should consume—and if egg whites or chicken can do the job. The following information can help you optimize your protein intake—and your peace of mind.

Read more!

Recipe: Oatmeal Pancakes

Recipe provided by Nancy Clark.

Fitness Tip: What You Need to Know to Purchase a Treadmill

Many walkers turn to their trusty treadmills for exercise once the Winter weather kicks in. 

If you are interested in investing in the number 1 ranked home aerobic equipment -

Read this tip from the American Council on Exercise!

"The thing that is really hard, and really amazing,

is giving up on being perfect and beginning the work of becoming yourself."
– Anna Quindlen

Local Activities and Events: Mark Your Calendar

 

October 6	WOW Walk Club Open House 9:00 am REI-Portland (Meet in the shoe department) Special guest, Olympian Philip Dunn!
October 20	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
October 21	Nordic Walking 11:45 am to 1:00 pm Laurelhurst Park SE 39th and SE Ankeny $30.00 Bring-your-own-poles $35.00 Try a pair of FITTREK poles
October 28	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
May 18th - 20th 2008	13th Annual NW Regional Race Walk Retreat Mark your calendars for next year's RW Retreat- Learn or improve your RW Technique!

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.