Greetings!
“A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.”
Congratulations to those who participated in the Wonders of Walking Willamette Valley Relay (WVR). A journey of 135 miles is accomplished one step at a time, as team members take turns traveling the course.
Welcome to all our new WOW walk club members, now numbering 54!
WOW was organized 4 years ago with the mission of creating walking events for walkers by walkers. We celebrate the benefits of walking, the fun of walking, and sharing with others. Our event season begins in July with WVR,
eases into fall with the
Sisters Stride in September and finishes with Pumpkin Caper in October.
In 2006 the year-round WOW walk club was added to our ‘events.’
Our journeys can take different forms. Each day is a new beginning for us to take steps towards our goals, advocate for our health, connect with others, or perhaps sometimes, just getting through the day.
Our summer months are quickly passing, as the season changes at the end of this month. I hope you are taking advantage of being outdoors, enjoying the light breezes & the full moon of this month.
Happy Walking!
Judy
YOU ARE INVITED TO A SPECIAL EVENT AT lucy BENEFITING WOW!
Come to a very special evening, Sunday, October 15th at the lucy store in Bridgeport Center, benefiting Wonders of Walking. lucy specializes in women’s activewear and will be hosting the event from 5:00PM - 8:00PM where you can enjoy a special offer of 10% off all purchases. In addition, lucy will donate 10% of your purchase to Wonders of Walking to help fund future events. Participate in mini clinics throughout the evening and enjoy complimentary snacks and refreshments. Please tell your friends, sisters, moms, and neighbors for this fun, informative and beneficial evening. Please RSVP to 503-968-6421 no later than October 8.
WALKING TIPS
Brisk walking one-half hour a day reaps benefits for your heart. Study finds people who exercise regularly really do live longer; a brisk half hour walk a day can keep the heart strong, extending life from 1.3 – 3.5 years longer.
*Archives of Internal Medicine, November 2005*
To get benefits from any form of exercise, it must become a long term habit. Any new habit is difficult to establish in the beginning, but it can be done with planning. Make physical activity fun! Focus on what you want. The time you spend exercising is an investment in today and your future.
*Consult with your physician before starting an exercise program. Especially if you have a history of injuries or medical conditions, are pregnant, or have a family history of heart disease.
*Plan exercise into your day. Make an appointment to exercise. You wouldn’t skip brushing your teeth or taking a shower.
*Set up a support network. Include those who will exercise with you, and those who will encourage you.
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Set realistic goals for both short and long-term time periods. A goal is an aim or purpose with a time line.
*Keep a log as a visual reminder of your accomplishments. This is your journey for a lifetime—ENJOY!
For more helpful walking tips, check out the Fitness Tips Section at www.erofit.com
This article might allay some of your confusion about fish. Fish is a great source of lean protein but some athletes forget it is also a source of mercury and PCBs. Hopefully this article will help to find the balance!
Read Nancy Clark's article, Fishing for Health.
THE 3RD ANNUAL WILLAMETTE VALLEY RELAY WAS AGAIN A GREAT SUCCESS!
As the sun started to peek across the horizon, teams lined up to begin their journey through the beautiful Willamette Valley. The weather cooperated this year and provided participants and volunteers a little breather from the heat of the past. But no one can recreate the beauty of the evening -- the cool breezes, clear skies, brilliant stars and a rising moon that would have excited any photographer.
"Just wanted to let you know what a wonderful event the Willamette Valley relay was. It was two of my friends' first time doing a relay and they can't stop talking about it. We are so looking forward to it next year. Keep up the good work”
Robin Boespflug, first time participant
For a complete recap of this year’s event, including results and photos, please visit www.wondersofwalking.com.
WALK TRAININGS, CLINICS AND SEMINARS AND OTHER EVENTS!
Don’t miss out on the scenic Sisters Stride into Autumn 10K/15K, September 24, 2006! Register now for Sisters Stride into Autumn where walkers journey through the beautiful Deschutes National Forest on a scenic 10K or 15K course.
There are three ways to register:
Online at www.wondersofwalking.com
In person at the Sisters Athletic Club
Online at www.active.com
For more information on this beautiful race, including start times, packet pick up, course and directions visit www.wondersofwalking.com
 Dust off your costume and come to the 3rd Annual Pumpkin Caper, October 22nd, Beaverton, OR!
What better way to welcome the Fall season and kick-off Halloween than with a refreshing, brisk walk. Register today for this flat, 5K walk that winds you through Fanno Creek and Greenway Park in Beaverton. Awards are in multiple divisions plus a special award, participation is optional of course, for the best costume! Last year’s winner, Erin Drogen, was a crowd favorite. For more pictures from last year’s event, or to register and find out more information on this great walk, visit www.wondersofwalking.com.
Race for the Cure and Health Expo, September 17, 2006
Choose between a one mile or a 5K course following the Willamette River and cutting through the Pearl District. Enjoy this fabulous walk, all while supporting an amazing cause. The Health Expo is an educational and vendor tradeshow held on Friday, September 15, 10 am - 6 pm and Saturday, September 16, 10 am - 4 pm, at the Oregon Convention Center. Be sure to visit Wonders of Walking at the Walk About Booth!
For more information and to register for Race for the Cure, visit www.komenoregon.org
Portland Marathon and Sports & Fitness Expo, October 1, 2006
If you aren't ready for a 26 mile marathon, the Portland Marathon offers a five mile event and the 10K Mayor's Walk. Before you walk this year's Portland Marathon, come see the Sports and Fitness Expo in the Grand Ballroom of the Portland Hilton on Friday, September 29, 11am-8pm and Saturday, September 30, 9am-6pm.
For more information and to register for the Portland Marathon, visit www.portlandmarathon.org
Walk / Racewalk Clinic at John’s Landing Curves
September 16, 2006 from 8:00 – 10:00AM
Join in an exciting walking clinic to learn or improve your walking or racewalking technique from one of our state's finest trainers. Judy Heller will be conducting a walk clinic for walkers of all levels.
For more information and to register, visit www.erofit.com
Racewalk / Walk Technique Critique and Group Workout
September 17, 2006 at 3:30PM
Receive a brief, verbal critique of your racewalk / walk technique, then enjoy a workout with fellow walkers.
For more information and to register, visit www.erofit.com
Don’t forget about Thursday evening group walks!
Thursday nights at 6:00PM meet at Fit Right Northwest located at 1207 NW 23rd Ave (Between Northrup and Overton), Portland. Free Parking off Northrup under the Northrup Commons condos.
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