Step By Step Challenge

SuperFeet-the premium insole

2009-08-31T10:19:00.000-07:00

I have been experiencing foot pain due to my increased training, these shock absorption insoles have greatly reduced the symptoms! Check out the web site www.superfeet.com

Added bonus...SuperFeet is an eco-friendly company!

Yoga on the Square!

2009-08-21T15:43:00.000-07:00

Join master instructor Julie Wilkes, for a fabulous start to your Saturday morning. Julie will lead a 60 minute outdoor guided yoga class, combining vinyasa flow with standing and mat poses and a meditation to offer a unique and energizing class. All fitness and experience levels welcome. You may bring a yoga mat; we will have a limited number provided on-site. Please go to the square directly behind Brio at 8:15 am to secure your spot. BYOW-Bring Your Own Water

Monthly at 8:30am on the fourth Saturday until Sat Sep 26 8:30am
Town Square at Easton (eastontowncenter.com/Events.aspx?id=625)

See you there!

Stay Hydrated!

2009-08-21T15:27:00.000-07:00

Check out this excellent WebMD article on proper hydration!
I find it very beneficial to hydrate BEFORE I exercise...

http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/features/drink-up-sports-fitness

Swimming - Something Different

2009-06-24T07:54:00.000-07:00

If you're interested in a different activity from running or walking that keeps your heart rate up but takes some of the impact stress off of your body - try Swimming! Kicking workouts, water aerobics, pool running, or a regular swimming workout can all give you a great exercise session without the weight of your body pounding you with each move.

Regular swimming builds endurance, muscle strength and cardio-vascular fitness. It can serve as a cross-training element to your regular step by step workouts. Swimming also burn about 3 calories a mile per pound of bodyweight!

See ya in the pool!

Intermediate Running Group - June 23, 2009

2009-06-24T07:52:00.000-07:00

Several people from the intermediate group met around 4:30 pm at the northern end of the Olentangy Bike Trail (Hill's Market) and ran 7 miles after work. Ran South on the trail to Antrim Lake, around the Lake and then back up the trail. A little hot but fun mixing it up with the bikers, inliners, and other runners and walkers.

If interested in running with the intermediate group shoot me an email at craigthompson@columbusmarathon.com. The avg pace of the intermediate group is 7:30-8:00 min/mile pace and 4-6 miles per run.

Happy Trails!

Sharon Woods - June 20, 2009

2009-06-24T07:49:00.000-07:00

Great run and walk today on the trails at Sharon Woods. 22 people from 12 companies came out and represented this morning! The beginning walking group walked 3 miles in the wooded trail; beginning run/walking groups ran in alternative 3:00 run/5:00 walk for 3 miles. The intermediate group ran a couple of trails for a total of 6 miles. Long advanced group (2) ran 15 miles. Long advanced group have been in training for 2-3 months for mid-year races.

It was a little hot starting at 9 am so look for us to push the time back for the August and September walk and runs.

Thanks to everyone who came out!

Step By Step Corporate Wellness Challenge

2009-05-15T19:30:00.000-07:00

This exciting program is designed to support you and your corporate team as you prepare for the Corporate Wellness 5K, ½ marathon or full marathon! The program mission is to facilitate health and wellness for companies and organizations to promote the productivity, longevity, happiness, and general well-being of the workforce.

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