SCES Leading the PPC

Owls on a Mission

The first year of the Patriot Point Challenge the SCES Owls didn't win but they did prove they had a competitive spirit.  The night of the Fitness Fair and packet pickup for the Spirit Scamper, the trophy (which HHS won) was missing!  In the chaos of cleanup, I could not find the trophy.  I had no idea that a team of Owls had removed the trophy and were in the parking lot taking team photos with the hardware!  Well this year, the Owls have made a commitment to posting Patriot Points and are on their way to winning the season.  If the Owls continue their solid effort, their team photo will be much more celebrated.  Keep Moving and continue to post those Patriot Points!

The Chase, for the "Health" of it

This past weekend I enjoyed some time at the lake.  During a morning walk with my Chocolate Lab, Copper, he noticed a hawk circling high above and decided to give chase.  He ran and ran as the hawk circled and circled.  Copper chased after the hawk, and as I watched the chase I realized he probably knew he would never reach the ultimate goal of catching the hawk.  Not reaching the ultimate goal didn't stop him from trying.  When he finally jogged back to me, he bounced around, excited about his chase and begging for a pat on the head.  He was happy for the experience and proud of his accomplishment.   So, what's that ultimate goal you are chasing?  Have you given up or are you still enjoying the chase?  Lifetime wellness is a process.  Small decisions along the way, little steps in your day to day.  A chase for the "Health" of it.

Keep Moving.

PPC Trophy, Mercedes Marathon and The A Team

PPC

The PPC trophy will take flight from the Owl's Nest and land safely at HBOE for Week 16 of the PPC.  Take a moment to read the link (quick read 5 bulleted points).

PPC is a Fitness Journal 

The practice of posting Patriot Points allows you to reflect on the previous week and your effort to focus on fitness.  The competition is a team effort but also an individual reminder about the importance of fitness.  If you are reading this, you are most likely a weekly "Poster Child" for fitness and for Patriot Points.  I encourage you to OWN that Poster Child descriptor and encourage someone in your building to join you in your focus on fitness.  

Mercedes Marathon

Teams are beginning to shape up for The Mercedes Marathon Relay.  

If you are creating a team but need help in locating team members, please email me.  

I've had a few emails from interested participants who are interested in joining up!

The A Team

Incredible response to our new fitness class.  We will begin our team training on Thursday of this week.  If you missed out on this opportunity but are interested in potentially dropping in for workouts, stay tuned!  The class may allow for drop-ins once we get things going.  I will be posting updates to the tab above "The A Team".  

WELCOME TO 2014

This Blog update is to let you know about opportunity that is coming your way.  Hopefully, you took time over the break to think about 2013 and set some goals for 2014.  The Movement is ready to help every step of the way in your pursuit of wellness.  

Mercedes Marathon, Half marathon, Relay and 5K:  This year HCS employees are asked to create relay teams consisting of co-workers, friends and family you are familiar with.  This will allow race day to be much easier as you will know the teammate you are waiting for in the exchange area.  This will also encourage accountability during training.  For registration, click the link below.

https://mercedesmarathon.com/race-registration.php

Second Semester Fitness Classes:  Be sure to check The Movement calendar for our class schedule.  Programming will begin on January 13th.  An exciting new afternoon class is in the works-STAY TUNED-only 20 spots available.  This class will cater toward all ability levels!

Runners World Streak Peeps:  A team of HCS employees have been "streaking" (run or walk at least one mile every day) from Thanksgiving Day through New Year's Day.  Each employee who completed the 35 Day Challenge has earned a #RWRunStreak Tshirt.  Also, I will be drawing a name out of a hat for a GianMarcos gift card for one of our lucky Streakers.  After drawing the name out of the hat, the lucky employee will experience a SURPRISE ATTACK, so get ready for some fun this week.