The M Class
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Saturday, February 2, 2013
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Talkin' about a Revolution
Revolution not a Resolution:
I bought some chips at Publix. Yep, keep reading, it's me-The Wellness Coordinator and yes, I bought chips. Since last May I've been gradually changing my diet to the Paleo lifestyle, eating fresh vegetables and meat with an occasional fruit. This past weekend, I made the trip down the aisle of preservatives, salt and carbs aka the chips area at Publix. The final few chips are now sitting in my pantry, I'm blogging on Wednesday, so I've done a pretty good job of portion control. So what does my chip purchase signify? A REVOLUTION! "I'm talkin' about a revolution." (meant to be read in a song-like fashion for those of you who remember the 1960's") A Revolution not a Resolution. Saying “yes” to wellness as a lifestyle of moderation, portion control and physical activity. Not a quick fix hoping for quick results. As part of The Movement we are gradually, carefully and methodically making individual lifestyle changes to create a culture shift toward wellness. So here's the deal.... How many of you make New Year's Resolutions? For example, I will not eat _____________________. (insert your bad habit). I will not sit on the couch. I will not spend $___________ (insert your spending) on new clothes/shoes/etc. All of those "I will not..." statements are taking away from life instead of adding to your life. Those resolutions are hard to keep. So, this year, why not start a REVOLUTION? I'm talkin' about a lifestyle change that will impact your well-being on a daily basis. HCS employees are part of The Movement. When you walk in the school door you are leaders in this endeavor. Your students watch your every move. One of the responses from the data gathering email-(How has The Movement changed school climate and your approach to wellness?) included a teacher who started the English lesson in her classroom with this statement-
" I also feel like a positive role model for my students when I say something like "At 5:30 this morning on the elliptical machine, I was wondering what you all would think about today's lesson..."
How simple is that? Talking about a revolution! Two big moments of revolution.
1. The teacher is preventing chronic disease and adding BDNF (Google it!).
2. The students recognize the commitment to wellness and know the teacher is part of The Movement.
So as you are trying to survive your New Year's Resolution, why not start "talkin' about a revolution."
#hwdmoves
Announcements:
Kickboxing with Nigel : Monday, Jan. 28th ,Edgewood Elementary(must email me and get your name on the list. $20 for four weeks)
Jan. 26: Relay for Life 5K: at HHS! Check it out and Register Here: http://community.acsevents.org/site/TR?fr_id=54468&pg=entry
Mercedes Meeting: Please stay tuned to the announcement email about our Mercedes Meeting. This meeting will be short but very important for team logistics.
Myfitnesspal.com = Please email me if you are currently using this app.
Please remember to email your response to me before 3pm Thursday, 1/16/13 to this question: How has The Movement made an impact with school climate and your approach to wellness?
I bought some chips at Publix. Yep, keep reading, it's me-The Wellness Coordinator and yes, I bought chips. Since last May I've been gradually changing my diet to the Paleo lifestyle, eating fresh vegetables and meat with an occasional fruit. This past weekend, I made the trip down the aisle of preservatives, salt and carbs aka the chips area at Publix. The final few chips are now sitting in my pantry, I'm blogging on Wednesday, so I've done a pretty good job of portion control. So what does my chip purchase signify? A REVOLUTION! "I'm talkin' about a revolution." (meant to be read in a song-like fashion for those of you who remember the 1960's") A Revolution not a Resolution. Saying “yes” to wellness as a lifestyle of moderation, portion control and physical activity. Not a quick fix hoping for quick results. As part of The Movement we are gradually, carefully and methodically making individual lifestyle changes to create a culture shift toward wellness. So here's the deal.... How many of you make New Year's Resolutions? For example, I will not eat _____________________. (insert your bad habit). I will not sit on the couch. I will not spend $___________ (insert your spending) on new clothes/shoes/etc. All of those "I will not..." statements are taking away from life instead of adding to your life. Those resolutions are hard to keep. So, this year, why not start a REVOLUTION? I'm talkin' about a lifestyle change that will impact your well-being on a daily basis. HCS employees are part of The Movement. When you walk in the school door you are leaders in this endeavor. Your students watch your every move. One of the responses from the data gathering email-(How has The Movement changed school climate and your approach to wellness?) included a teacher who started the English lesson in her classroom with this statement-
" I also feel like a positive role model for my students when I say something like "At 5:30 this morning on the elliptical machine, I was wondering what you all would think about today's lesson..."
How simple is that? Talking about a revolution! Two big moments of revolution.
1. The teacher is preventing chronic disease and adding BDNF (Google it!).
2. The students recognize the commitment to wellness and know the teacher is part of The Movement.
So as you are trying to survive your New Year's Resolution, why not start "talkin' about a revolution."
#hwdmoves
Announcements:
Kickboxing with Nigel : Monday, Jan. 28th ,Edgewood Elementary(must email me and get your name on the list. $20 for four weeks)
Jan. 26: Relay for Life 5K: at HHS! Check it out and Register Here: http://community.acsevents.org/site/TR?fr_id=54468&pg=entry
Mercedes Meeting: Please stay tuned to the announcement email about our Mercedes Meeting. This meeting will be short but very important for team logistics.
Myfitnesspal.com = Please email me if you are currently using this app.
Please remember to email your response to me before 3pm Thursday, 1/16/13 to this question: How has The Movement made an impact with school climate and your approach to wellness?
Friday, December 21, 2012
Thumbs UP
Last week I had the honor of presenting the Thumbs UP Award at Edgewood Elementary. UP=Unique Potential. The students were recognized for adhering to four factors which allow them to reach their Unique Potential and achieve Thumbs UP! The four factors are: Focus, Friendship, Fitness and Framework. Focus on the job at hand. Multi-tasking isn't always the best tactic for success. Sometimes it's best to narrow your focus. Be IN the moment. Friendships and family are especially important when overcoming obstacle and celebrating victories. Always take time for the people in your life, not just during the holiday season. Fitness includes how you fuel your body and your activity level. Check out Ms. Kitty Morgan. The picture below was taken last week during one of her morning workouts. She schedules her activity before her workday begins, to ensure she gets it done.
Which leads us to the final F=Framework. Have you been neglecting your wellness because "life" gets in the way? At some point, the neglect will begin to impact your ability to live life. The time commitment you make to wellness will add quality to your life. I encourage you to take time to reflect on the first semester of our school year. What have you done to ensure you reach your Unique Potential? Empowerment is an incredible opportunity. Empowerment gives your life a Thumbs UP! Think about our mission statement as you look forward to second semester.
Opportunities to Move Second Semester
The M Class= It's not too late to join. As of today: 18 relay teams are complete, 31 people will be running the 1/2 marathon. Relay teams must be registered by Jan. 9. Team captains will be registering teams but individuals must pay the individual fee before captains can complete the registration process. $ due to team captain by Jan. 7. Half marathoners-I spoke with Mercedes Marathon race director, it is important that you go ahead and register b/c the race will be sold out soon. Get that registration done ASAP. Monday Mercedes Training on the Shades Creek Greenway. 4pm start in HHS gym parking lot.
CrossFit: ITF, The Movement is announcing the second semester session. We have a few openings. Email me if you are interested! Hurry, this availability won't last long!
Spinning: Wednesday's 4:15pm and Friday's 6am
Zumba: Edgewood Thursday's 3:45pm and NEW CLASS OPENING AT HHS-Our very own Stacee Fairley is a certified Zumba instructor. Classes will be Wednesday afternoons. Email me if you are interested.
Riviera Fitness: Will be offering Cardio Kickboxing and Bootcamp classes on site at our schools. Email me if you are interested.
Body Fat Blast: This year our weight loss competition will be about body fat assessment. Riviera will offer onsite testing to coincide with this year's competition. Email me if you are interested.
Reach your Unique Potential: Be Thumb's UP! See you in 2013.
Keep Moving.#hwdmoves
Which leads us to the final F=Framework. Have you been neglecting your wellness because "life" gets in the way? At some point, the neglect will begin to impact your ability to live life. The time commitment you make to wellness will add quality to your life. I encourage you to take time to reflect on the first semester of our school year. What have you done to ensure you reach your Unique Potential? Empowerment is an incredible opportunity. Empowerment gives your life a Thumbs UP! Think about our mission statement as you look forward to second semester.
Opportunities to Move Second Semester
The M Class= It's not too late to join. As of today: 18 relay teams are complete, 31 people will be running the 1/2 marathon. Relay teams must be registered by Jan. 9. Team captains will be registering teams but individuals must pay the individual fee before captains can complete the registration process. $ due to team captain by Jan. 7. Half marathoners-I spoke with Mercedes Marathon race director, it is important that you go ahead and register b/c the race will be sold out soon. Get that registration done ASAP. Monday Mercedes Training on the Shades Creek Greenway. 4pm start in HHS gym parking lot.
CrossFit: ITF, The Movement is announcing the second semester session. We have a few openings. Email me if you are interested! Hurry, this availability won't last long!
Spinning: Wednesday's 4:15pm and Friday's 6am
Zumba: Edgewood Thursday's 3:45pm and NEW CLASS OPENING AT HHS-Our very own Stacee Fairley is a certified Zumba instructor. Classes will be Wednesday afternoons. Email me if you are interested.
Riviera Fitness: Will be offering Cardio Kickboxing and Bootcamp classes on site at our schools. Email me if you are interested.
Body Fat Blast: This year our weight loss competition will be about body fat assessment. Riviera will offer onsite testing to coincide with this year's competition. Email me if you are interested.
Reach your Unique Potential: Be Thumb's UP! See you in 2013.
Keep Moving.#hwdmoves
Last week I had the honor of presenting the Thumbs UP Award at Edgewood Elementary. UP=Unique Potential. The students were recognized for adhering to four factors which allow them to reach their Unique Potential and achieve Thumbs UP! The four factors are: Focus, Friendship, Fitness and Framework. Focus on the job at hand. Multi-tasking isn't always the best tactic for success. Sometimes it's best to narrow your focus. Be IN the moment. Friendships and family are especially important when overcoming obstacle and celebrating victories. Always take time for the people in your life, not just during the holiday season. Fitness includes how you fuel your body and your activity level. Check out Ms. Kitty Morgan. The picture below was taken last week during one of her morning workouts. She schedules her activity before her workday begins, to ensure she gets it done.
Which leads us to the final F=Framework. Have you been neglecting your wellness because "life" gets in the way? At some point, the neglect will begin to impact your ability to live life. The time commitment you make to wellness allows you to add quality to your life. I encourage you to take time to reflect on the first semester of our school year. What have you done to ensure you reach your Unique Potential? Empowerment is an incredible opportunity. Empowerment gives your life a Thumbs UP! Think about our mission statement as you look forward to second semester.
Opportunities to Move Second Semester
The M Class= It's not too late to join. As of today: 18 relay teams are complete, 31 people will be running the 1/2 marathon. Relay teams must be registered by Jan. 9. Team captains will be registering teams but individuals must pay the individual fee before captains can complete the registration process. $ due to team captain by Jan. 7. Half marathoners-I spoke with Mercedes Marathon race director, it is important that you go ahead and register b/c the race will be sold out soon. Get that registration done ASAP. Monday Mercedes Training on the Shades Creek Greenway. 4pm start in HHS gym parking lot.
CrossFit: ITF, The Movement is announcing the second semester session. We have a few openings. Email me if you are interested! Hurry, this availability won't last long!
Spinning: Wednesday's 4:15pm and Friday's 6am
Zumba: Edgewood Thursday's 3:45pm and NEW CLASS OPENING AT HHS-Our very own Stacee Fairley is a certified Zumba instructor. Classes will be Wednesday afternoons. Email me if you are interested.
Riviera Fitness: Will be offering Cardio Kickboxing and Bootcamp classes on site at our schools. Email me if you are interested.
Body Fat Blast: This year our weight loss competition will be about body fat assessment. Riviera will offer onsite testing to coincide with this year's competition. Email me if you are interested.
Reach your Unique Potential: Be Thumb's UP! See you in 2013.
Keep Moving.#hwdmoves
Which leads us to the final F=Framework. Have you been neglecting your wellness because "life" gets in the way? At some point, the neglect will begin to impact your ability to live life. The time commitment you make to wellness allows you to add quality to your life. I encourage you to take time to reflect on the first semester of our school year. What have you done to ensure you reach your Unique Potential? Empowerment is an incredible opportunity. Empowerment gives your life a Thumbs UP! Think about our mission statement as you look forward to second semester.
Ms. Morgan Training for Mercedes
Opportunities to Move Second Semester
The M Class= It's not too late to join. As of today: 18 relay teams are complete, 31 people will be running the 1/2 marathon. Relay teams must be registered by Jan. 9. Team captains will be registering teams but individuals must pay the individual fee before captains can complete the registration process. $ due to team captain by Jan. 7. Half marathoners-I spoke with Mercedes Marathon race director, it is important that you go ahead and register b/c the race will be sold out soon. Get that registration done ASAP. Monday Mercedes Training on the Shades Creek Greenway. 4pm start in HHS gym parking lot.
CrossFit: ITF, The Movement is announcing the second semester session. We have a few openings. Email me if you are interested! Hurry, this availability won't last long!
Spinning: Wednesday's 4:15pm and Friday's 6am
Zumba: Edgewood Thursday's 3:45pm and NEW CLASS OPENING AT HHS-Our very own Stacee Fairley is a certified Zumba instructor. Classes will be Wednesday afternoons. Email me if you are interested.
Riviera Fitness: Will be offering Cardio Kickboxing and Bootcamp classes on site at our schools. Email me if you are interested.
Body Fat Blast: This year our weight loss competition will be about body fat assessment. Riviera will offer onsite testing to coincide with this year's competition. Email me if you are interested.
Reach your Unique Potential: Be Thumb's UP! See you in 2013.
Keep Moving.#hwdmoves
Thursday, November 29, 2012
Shared Blog from Chelsey
http://chelseymcentire.blogspot.com/
The Movement Blog this week is a "Shared Blog" from Chelsey our ITF, The Movement coach. Please take a moment to click on the link above to read her story regarding a lifetime of fitness. Chelsey has gained impeccable perspective after a comeback from a knee injury. I'll keep my info short to encourage you to read her story.
Mercedes Marathon: The M Class is still looking for participants. I will be creating the relay teams this weekend. If you are still interested but failed to respond to the Patriot Point Tally Card questionnaire, please email me asap to let me know your interest (5K, 10K, 12K, half marathon or full marathon). Once teams are formed, I will email the information shared by Nancy Ferren at our Bell Runners meeting. This option will allow you to run (or walk =) for a reason! Monday Mercedes Training will begin on December 3 at 4pm at HHS. We will meet in HHS gym parking lot. Runners and walkers are welcome. Training plan for 12/3 will only require a 30 minute time commitment. GET THERE!
Please check the Calendar tab on the Blog for updates for Spin/Zumba/Gann's Clan/ and ITF, The Movement.
Tight race for the Patriot Point Challenge this week. We had our first ever four way tie-Edgewood, HMS, HBOE and SCES. The tie breaker is participation increase. Edgewood "edged" team HMS by a score of 11.76-11.00! Congrats to Edgewood for winning Mr. Movement. Patriot Point Trophy-delivery will be Friday.
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