Article by Jade Gilbertson, Live Well Winona intern It’s summer!!! And that means no more excuses or holding yourself back. This is the perfect time to begin, or in other cases, continue a plan of action for regular physical activity. For those of us that do not get our necessary 30 minutes of exercise in 3-5 days a week what is a common excuse? I am tired and on a time crunch. I have ...
As part of Live Well Winona’s effort to involve the community in its mission to promote health and wellness, we are inviting community members to write or submit articles about each of our health dimensions every month.
If you have written an article relating to one of our health dimensions that you would like to share through our website and newsletter, please email it to us at [email protected] Be sure to include a title, the author, and an optional photo.
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Jun 2013
Adopt a physically active lifestyle
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May 2013
Don’t forget to WARM UP and STRETCH!
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Written by Jamie Heit, Live Well Winona Intern, Saint Mary's University Student Follow Jamie's blog here! I'll admit it, and I'm sure all of us can admit to it: I've skipped warming up and stretching before and/or after a workout. Sometimes, I'll go days without stretching. At first, I didn't think this was doing a ton of harm to me since I don't have many injuries to complain about, but ...
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Apr 2013
Winona’s First Healthy Lunchtime Challenge
April 11, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Written by Stacey Sadowski, MS, RD, LD, Operations Manager, Live Well Winona As a dietitian I am always looking for fun ways to celebrate National Nutrition Month. This is where the idea for Winona's Healthy Lunchtime Challenge came from. It's not only a way to celebrate National Nutrition Month, but it also brings attention to the improved nutritional changes that are taking place in our ...
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Mar 2013
It’s about time! De-cluttering tips to help reduce stress
March 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment
2012 presentation by Donna Fakler of It's About Time - Organization Consulting Services to the Women In Business members and guests. Notes taken by Janneke Quick. Misconception: Getting organized is an overwhelming, hopeless chore. Fact: No matter what you are organizing, it is the same predictable process. Once you have mastered the skill, you will find it frees you up and helps you ...
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Feb 2013
Sweat Sisters – The Importance of Setting Goals
February 12, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Article by Janneke Quick, Community Wellness Director, Live Well Winona I recently read Kristin Armstrong’s book Mile Markers: The 26.2 Most Important Reasons Why Women Run. Kristin has a beautiful way of describing the relationships that she’s formed with her running friends. Sweat Sisters are the friends who keep you on track. They support you whether you’re having good days or bad ...
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Jan 2013
The Mentor – Mentee Relationship
January 10, 2013 By Leave a Comment
Article written by Jamie Heit, Live Well Winona Intern, Saint Mary's University Student Being active and engaging in a regular exercise program can be challenging, especially if you're trying to do it alone. The good news is, you don't have to do it alone. Ask yourself: do you aspire to be like somebody? Do you look up to somebody? If so, you could potentially find this person to be a ...
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Dec 2012
Holiday Tips for Staying on Track
December 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Article written by Jamie Heit, Live Well Winona Intern, Saint Mary's University Student The holidays are coming up, and as always, it’s a big struggle to maintain a healthy diet with all of the great food and drinks around. There are, however, a few small tricks you can keep in mind over the holiday season to keep you on track. Drink plenty of water. Many times, people think they are ...
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Nov 2012
Don’t Quit Now
November 8, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Article by Laurie Broghammer, Board of Directors, Live Well Winona “It’s not about the race, it’s about the journey, “ I reminded myself for the hundredth time that day. It was the eve of my first Ironman competition and I was in survival mode. My emotions had tried to get the better of me all week and were almost succeeding. I was actually proud that I hadn’t melted ...
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Oct 2012
National Senior Games – staying active after 50
October 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Article written by Tina Quick, International Family Transitions, Founder For those of you who are over 50 years old, want to stay active, and have a competitive and fun nature, you need to check out the National Senior Games Association (NSGA). What is the National Senior Games Association? (from www.nsga.com) A non-profit member of the United States Olympic Committee dedicated to ...
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Sep 2012
HIT IT!
September 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Article written by Janneke Quick, Community Wellness Director, Live Well Winona “HIT IT!” The words of the head Track coach echo across the snow-covered track at 6am on a Friday, as he simultaneously starts his watch. The single lane that he shoveled clear earlier that morning is icy as 16 college girls start running two-across. The quiet is soon filled with the sound of rapid breathing as ...
