Saturday, May 26, 2012

Check out The Movement Calendar

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Summer fitness opportunities from The Movement are posted on the calendar at The Movement Blog.  Spin classes are open and "just show up" is the way to go.  The Gann's Clan Summer CrossFit classes are at capacity and accepting no new members at this point.  If you made the cut for Gann's Clan you should have received an email confirming your spot on our team.  If you didn't get the confirmation email, please let me know via email at nspurlock@homewood.k12.al.us

 

Keep Moving!

Sunday, May 13, 2012

Status update from Lisa Thomas and Grace Ann

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Status update from Lisa Thomas and Grace Ann:

-I had a very proud moment when Grace Ann looked at me during the 5K Scamper and said, "Thanks, Mom! This is a great way to start a day. Thanks for not bailing. I know Elliot's stroller is heavy. You're doing great. We'll finish because Team Thomas doesn't quit...ever (insert the fist pump that she gave)!"

 

This is what  The Movement is about.  People encouraging people to develop a healthy lifestyle.  A culture change within our community to support each other in wellness.  Lisa T. got a little encouragement from her daughter, Grace Ann, during the Spirit Scamper. Grace Ann "gets it".  Sometimes we as adults get so busy with life, we forget to take care of ourselves and each other.   We tend to fail in the development of healthy lifestyles b/c we don't fight this thing together.  The Movement, offers HCS employees, students, parents and community a chance to be healthy individually and encourage interaction among all stakeholders.  Those of you who crossed the finish line at the Spirit Scamper, should have celebrated!!!!!!!!!! But, if you will notice, that finish line was pointed in the direction of the starting line.  The Movement never stops, get back to the starting line and keep Moving to your next finish.

 

HCS Stats for this year.

3.2 years of exercise=Total hours of exercise turned in by HCS employees is equivalent to 3.2 years of nonstop movement.

862 Participants=Record breaking year for Spirit Scamper

Fit n Fueled Winner=Justin Bowby, lost 19.2% body weight and 55 lbs.

MVP's selected from each team:

SCES=M. J. Coker EES=Lindsay Cook, HKES=Amy Williams, HMS=Mary Paris, HHS=Pam Laseter, HBOE=Elizabeth Nesmith

Patriot Point Challenge Winner=HBOE.  Very close second was SCES.  HHS third place, Edgewood fourth place, HMS fifth place and Hall Kent sixth place

Golden Shoe Award:  HKES has achieved Back-To-Back wins in this competition.  The Golden Shoe (Dr. Cleveland's Bronzed Sneaker) is a trophy awarded to the school with the highest percentage of student participation in the Fun Run at the Spirit Scamper!  Special shout out to Alissa Thurmond and Justin Bowlby who have inspired and encouraged the HKES students to participate in this event.

The Movement Medal If you completed 4 races and the Spirit Scamper for a total of Five, you are eligible.  Please email your completed races to me.  I will order medals to be presented during the first week of school next Fall.

May is Bike to Work/School Month.  I'll be Tweeting for the next two weeks, my morning tour of  Homewood Coffee Shops, via bike commute to work.  Rides will be on Mondays and Wednesdays.  This week, meet ya at Hart and Soul in Edgewood, Wednesday @ 6:30am.   Quick cup of coffee and conversation as we pedal to our different worksites.

Summer Spin:  Schedule will be Wednesday afternoons 4:15-5pm and Friday mornings 6-6:45am.

CROSSFIT ANNOUNCEMENT:  (EMAIL nspurlock@homewood.k12.al.us if you are interested)

When:  June 4-August 16th, Tuesday/Thursday 6:30-7:15am

Where: HHS

Who:  Doug Gann is our certified CrossFit Instructor.  He will train veterans as well as rookies.  If you are interested in an incredible training program, this is the one for you!  We will start with a baseline WOD (Workout Of the Day) and progress through 18 scheduled training plans.

 Get in Gear with The Movement: 

2012-'13 we will launch our Tshirts, shorts, sweatshirts and other "Gear" for The Movement.  I'm super-excited about this opportunity to become even more of a team.  If you have ideas for logo design, please email your thoughts.