The tie goes to......

Shades Cahaba will host the trophy for the third week.  The competition was close this week with both the HBOE and SCES scoring 21 on The Big Scoreboard.  EVERY point counts.  You are an important part of your team. 

Just wanted to share a thought from my current favorite book, "The Element" by Ken Robinson. 
"The more alive we feel, the more we can contribute to the lives of others."  So, just wondering... do you feel ALIVE?  If not, work on your wellness.

Opportunities to move next week include:
Monday Spin Class 4:15-4:45pm FREE  Short, intense ride.  We will have our first race of the school year.  Remember you can always make it your own ride.  High intensity or a steady pace it's your choice, it's your race.  Just keep moving that "I will".
Wednesday Yoga Class 4pm FREE at HKES music room

Don't forget to sign up for Komen Race for the Cure.  Join Homewood City Schools The Movement team.  Our goal is 25 participants. Join our team!

Be sure to check The Movement Race calendar for upcoming events such as the H20 Help 2 Others 5K on Oct. 27th-email khale@homewood.k12.al.us for race signup information.

and finally, email me if you are interested in a Boot Camp type workout available for HCS employees at a discounted rate. 

32.18 is MORE than a marathon

Do you know Phillip Gardner the marathon maintenance man?  He is logging an incredible amount of Patriot Points each week.  I did some investigating at 5:30am this morning and caught Phillip and teammate Glenda Monk on the trail cranking out the miles.  Check out this video, turn volume up to follow along.  Owl Investigation Phillip and Glenda have made a commitment to get fit and score big points for their team.  SCES has won week 2 of the PPC '13-'14.  The competition was close this week.  SCES scored 21 points, HBOE and HKES tied with 19 points each.  Take advantage of Movement opportunities.  Next week Spin Class is Monday at 4:15pm at HHS and is FREE, Yoga class is 4pm at HKES and is FREE.  Walking and/or running is the easiest form of exercise to add to your daily schedule.  Join Phillip at SCES or start up a walking crew at your school.  Walktober challenge will start up in October and Komen- Race for the Cure is upcoming on October 12.

GET MOVING!

HooooHOOO Knew?

Shades Cahaba Owls will host the Patriot Point Trophy based on their big win on week one of the Patriot Point Challenge (PPC).  "HoooHooo Knew" the Owls are on a mission to #BeatTheBoard?  Several employees systemwide participated in events including The Color Run, Monkey See Monkey Do, Survive the Mud Race and Ross Bridge 8K.  I would like to recognize one of our teammates at HHS who completed Ironman Wisconson.  Rebecca Phillips swam 2+ miles, biked 112 miles and ran a marathon (26.2 miles) in ONE DAY!!!!  Rebecca is one of the most humble athletes I have ever been around so this post is probably a bit uncomfy for her to read, BUT, I can't help but to recognize such an incredible feat.  Not all of us can commit to the type of training necessary to complete an Ironman.  Life is busy.  Family responsibilities and professional responsibilities take up much of our time BUT  it is important to simply "TRAIN FOR LIFE".  Train for your very own version of an Ironman.  Maybe your goal is to begin a fitness program, or improve your eating habits, or to complete a 5K.  Whatever your goals are, know that The Movement is available to help you be the best and reach "your unique potential"!

Meet our Ironman and get Moving to meet your Ironman Potential!

Be sure to check The Movement Calendar tab above for updates on fitness class schedule. Next week, Spin will be on Monday/Friday and Yoga on Wednesday.  Stay tuned for an upcoming announcement about free self-defense classes and kickboxing!