"MARCHING INTO MARCH"

Well, here it is, March! Can you believe it? The weather is warming up and I know this will inspire us to get outside more and exercise. Remember, whether you walk, or run, a mile burns approximately 100 calories, isn't that worth it?

Commitments for week of March 1-7:

Pam- 2 walks, 2 stretches

Lori- 3 walk/runs, no pasta

Lisa- 3 workouts and bed by 10:15

Rachel- 3 cardios and ab work

Shon- no junk sugar

DON'T TEXT AND DRIVE

At least while you're driving anyway. Not only is it safer, because you keep your attention on the road, but it's healthier. According to Dr. Oz here is some information regarding the use of cell phones and the risk of radiation these devices emit:

Use a headset or speaker phone. No reliable data exist on the upper limit of safe talk time, but corded headsets can reduce any potential risk. These emit much less RF energy, and allow you to move the phone away from your body. One study shows that using a headset lowers radiation exposure eightfold.

Keep you phone out of your pocket. A study published last year in the Journal of Craniofacial Surgery linked cell phone radiation to decreased bone density in the pelvis, and a 2008 study conducted by the Cleveland Clinic found that it lowers fertility in men.

Stop talking while driving. In addition to creating a potentially deadly distraction, using your phone in the car forces your cell signal to jump between wireless towers. Since RF is highest when a connection with a tower is first established, talking while traveling can increase exposure.

Don't chat with a poor signal. The harder your phone has to work to get reception, the more radiation it emits. This is the reason you should avoid using so-called radiation shields (the shiny sticker that claim to block radiation); they actually force the phone to transmit at a higher power.

Commitments for the week of February 22-February 28:

Lori- No cell phone in the car. 3 runs this week.

Pam- Plenty of water and stretching.

Lisa- 3 workouts and portion control.

Shon- 4 f & v's daily.

Rachel- Slow way down and sweets and do 4 workouts

HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!

Happy Valentine's Day to everyone! This year is flying by just like the rest. This always reminds me to make every day count. Pam, you are in our hearts. I hope you have a week of strength!

Now....it's time for commitments.....

Lori- 4 f&v's daily and 3 runs.

Pam- daily f&v's, 2 cardios and 2 stretches

Shon- no junk sugar and 4 f&v's daily

Alethea- drink more water and eat 5 v&v's daily

Rachel- 4 workouts and no cheating on SlimFast diet

DALLAS SNOW

These are pictures of Dallas sent from Lisa. What a beautiful snow! Lisa got a new camera for Christmas and she's becoming a fine photographer too.

SNOW STORM

Little Rock experienced some unexpected accumulation of snow and ice Monday! It was a very wet, heavy snow mixed with rain so some trees went down. I only lost power for about 30 minutes, so that was good. All of the slush has refrozen overnight, so this morning is bad too. Overall, though, it was a beautiful day.

Commitments for week of Feb 8-14:

Pam- 2 stretches and 1 cardio, lots of water

Lori- 30 min of exercise daily and 4 f&v's

Lisa- 2 workouts and portion control

Shon- 4 f&v's daily and no junk sugar

"YOU CAN ALWAYS WALK"

I remember going to Dallas to visit Lisa and we went for a run at White Rock Lake. I was trying to go 4mi or so and getting her to tell me how far to go "out" so I could turn around and come back. She told me to just go as far as I could then come back. I said I might not make it back and she said "You can always walk".

I had felt as though if I didn't jog or run the entire route that I had failed. How untrue! Whether we walk, jog, run or bike, it's always better than doing nothing. So I'm greatful for my legs and the strength I tend to take for granted.... I CAN ALWAYS WALK.

ANIMAL LOVE

Sugar Bear is back home, now and recovering. She has to wear the cone whenever Lisa's not around. She has stitches that will come out in two weeks and then will have some rehab for her knee. Isn't it amazing what doctors can do for us/pets these days?!

SWEET SUGAR BEAR

Just a quick post that Sugar Bear is having her surgery today. Lisa had actually cancelled it, then Sugar had a little pain last night, so it was a "sign". She went in this morning, Thursday, and will spend the night to recover. Keep the Bear in your Prayer. Get it? :))