Active Living Coalition

WEEK 12 CHALLENGE

samantha — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 13:08:08 +0000

Before you go to bed, take five minutes and write down at least 5 things you accomplished today and at least 5 things you’d like to accomplish tomorrow. You can also use this time to write down anything you’re worried about, make a to-do list or anything else that will help you prepare yourself for the coming day, allowing you to fully relax and sleep knowing everything’s under control.

GRAND FINALE

samantha — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:59:08 +0000

Wellness Challenge Grand Finale!

On Saturday, August 28 from 9 to 11 a.m. at Bryan Park Woodlawn Shelter, we’ll celebrate successes, award prizes, eat a healthy breakfast, take a group walk, and thank the sponsors who helped make the 2010 Wellness Challenge possible.

Wellness Challenge Participant Survey

samantha — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:56:34 +0000

Copy and paste this link in your browser to complete the Wellness Challenge Participant Survey! Your repsonses will help us make the Challenge bigger and better in the years to come!

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/8GLXHKG

WEEK 11 CHALLENGE

samantha — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:54:59 +0000

CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK! Set an alarm to go off every hour. Take at least 1 minute to stand up and stretch, walk around or take a break. Begin this challenge from the moment you start your day and continue for at least four (or more) hours.

WRAP UP CELEBRATION

samantha — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 17:01:41 +0000

Come explore the Twin Lakes Recreation Center on Saturday, August 7 from 9 to 11 a.m. Receive health and wellness information and free screenings from a variety of local experts, participate in group exercise demos, and other fun games. Free basic health screenings will be provided to all challenge participants.

Health screenings:

-Blood Pressure
-Height and Weight
-Body Mass Index (BMI)
-Waist Circumference
-Spinal Health

DOOR PRIZES:

o BeautiControl – Hydrating Mist and Foot Crème
o Osmon Chiropractic Center – One Hour Massage
o Naturally Fresh LLC – A Nutritional Product
o Primerica Financial Services – “How Money Works” Book
o Red Cross – Coupon for Free Class
o TOPS – “Choice is Mine” Book
o Lotus Pilates – $50 Gift Card
o Therapeutic Massage – Two 30 Minute Massages
o TLRC – One Free Month Membership
o ElderCare Connections – A Plant
o Miracle Ear – $15 Gift Card

WEEK 10 CHALLENGE

samantha — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 16:53:10 +0000

CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Choose one item in your kitchen and read the food label. Use your journal to record calories per serving, fat content, carb and protein content, fiber, sugar, salt, etc. The next time you go to the grocery store, read labels of other brands and see if you can find a substitute with lower calories, less fat and/or more fiber.

WEEK 9 CHALLENGE

samantha — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 19:56:53 +0000

CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK! Accumulate at least 15 minutes of walking up stairs or hill-climbing. You can do this all at once or throughout the day, but make sure you keep track of the time. If you don’t have stairs or a hill nearby, try 15 minutes of very brisk walking or create your own Active Challenge. Just make sure it’s at least 15 minutes (or more).

WEEK 8 CHALLENGE

samantha — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 17:10:38 +0000

CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Discover a trail! Find a trail located in the City of Bloomington and take your team out for a walk, a hike, or a run!

bloomington.in.gov/parks

Mid-Point CELEBRATION

samantha — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 20:11:25 +0000

Join us on Saturday, July 17 at the Showers Plaza from 9am-noon, during which you’ll be invited to participate in the Active Living Coalition’s Community Walk.

Take a walk along the B-Line Trail, and we will provide you with free health information and screenings, exercise demos, and other social activities, including shopping at the Farmer’s Market.

Team must pick up t-shirts on this day.

Week 7 Challenge

samantha — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:24:05 +0000

CHALLENGE OF THE WEEK: Summer is in full swing – test you Sun Safety IQ with this online self assessment from the American Cancer Society!

http://www.cancer.org/healthy/toolsandcalculators/quizzes/app/sun-safety-quiz