I didn’t use all of my remaining classes in January, so now I have 3 classes left on my punchcard for FitZone. I went to Power Plus last night and it kicked my butt! My abs and shoulders feels it the worst and I’m just plain tired… I packed my gym bag for tonight’s Zumba class, so see you there!
By Wendy Korn, Newberry Eagle Accounting
Today I got up and went to the 8:00 Power adn Strength class taught by trainer Carol Swendsen. I feel like I failed miserably – I couldn’t hold any wall squats, chair poses, or planks to save my life. But I tried my hardest and now I’m paying for it. Dan asked me when we were doing plank “Why is it so hard?” and I said, “It’s hard now because it will only get easier!”
At least I don’t have much else to do today except my volunteer work and visiting Giddyup’s new closet at Mountain View Designs around 3pm. They will have wine tasting and some stuff for sale.
I caved in a went back to taking classes at Fit Zone. I used to take a bootcamp (Miss Fits) there before it moved over to Sabai. And I thought walking the dog would at least keep my energy up. It has….but my muscles are weak….and I don’t do enough aerobic exercise on my own. I NEED GROUP CLASSES to stay motivated.
I did a Zumba class on the weekend, and today (Tuesday) I did the Power Plus class and boy did it kick my butt! Carol was a great spirited trainer for this. She knows I am out of shape and didn’t make me feel ‘weak’ or anything like that.
Power Plus was like circuit training with strength stations. We mainly focused on arms, but also did a few buns, legs, and abs exercises. I’m very tired and I know I will be sore in…about 2 days?? That’s when I know I’m out of shape – the soreness is delayed because my muscles are so fatigued!
They are a great group of gals at the Fit Zone and I plan to take more classes as soon as I can! I am now a proud owner of a ‘punch card’ where I can take ten classes for $60.
I’m not sure what my goal is just yet – only that I plan to use up the remaining 8 classes on my punchard before February 1st. – that’s a class every other day! Time for a new sport’s bra!
The Fit Zone 30 Day Challenge “Journey to Fitness”
“My Journey to Fitness”: Dan Varcoe
Thursday: Jan 5th: Carol Swendsen had contacted me earlier in the week. I was to take a Fitness Test and receive my orientation for the 30 Day Fitness and Weight Loss Challenge on Thurs morning or at 5:15pm. I chose the latter.
I wasn’t sure what to wear. I haven’t done any formal exercise since high school. Carol said sweats are good, so I went to Bi Mart, bought a pair of sweats, athletic socks and tennis shoes and went to Fit Zone.
My test showed I was below the poor mark in body fat; I could do no pull ups with assisting with one leg on a stool; I could only do one push up, I realized just then how out of condition I really was. Even the Fitness Test made my muscles sore and tired, but somehow my determination was set, just knowing how much I needed to improve my fitness. I decided I would like to lose 26 pounds. I am now at 176, at 60 years of age, the most I have ever weighed, since my battle with Leukemia a few years ago, when I dropped to 122 pounds. I regained my weight and more, but no muscle tone.
Carol gave me instructions on diet, calculated my calories, no more than 1408 the first few days. I have never counted calories, but I am learning now.
Stayed with low-calorie intake Fri, Sat, Sunday, Monday.
Monday – Jan 9th: At 8am I showed up at Fit Zone for “Abs & Buns”. There were various work out stations around the room, full of people like me, all ages, sizes and shapes. The exercises were low impact, but pushed me to my limit, I rested when I needed to and it seemed fine with Amy Hess, who was the trainer for the session. After an hour, I was tired and sore, but felt quite invigorated, so I stayed for Zoomba at 9am. The size of the group taking part grew at this point, but there was plenty of room. The music started and I started moving. Couldn’t follow Amy exactly, but I figured the movement would work out some of my sore muscles. After about 30 minutes I gave in, went home for a quick shower feeling tired, but really good and kinda on a high.
Tuesday – Jan 10th: I had a heavy work schedule, didn’t work out at all. Didn’t have time to eat until 8pm, knew it was the wrong thing to do, but couldn’t help it.
Wednesday – Jan 11: Attended the PiYo work out at 8am. Sounded like it would be an easy Yoga-Style exercise, but I was fooled. It was a real work out for an hour, lots of flexibility, various stretching and good all-around work out, kinda isometric, maybe. Stayed for the Zoomba Toning Workout at 9am. Good music, good work-out. More sore muscles. Stayed with the balanced low calorie diet, but ate a Turkey Sandwich and soup for lunch at a restaurant. May have cheated a bit on calories there.
Thursday – Jan 12: 8am Power and Strength Training. I was tired before I started. Again, work stations around the room, forms of pushup, squats, jumping jacks and resistance work in 1 1/2 minute intervals before rotating. Really pushed myself at the end. Made me sweat. I don’t see a lot of progress, maybe a little. Feels really invigorating. The thing I notice on the days I work out is how energized I am later in the day, I think clearly and am motivated to keep working. I think I will like this and am anxious to see what improvements I may see in 30 days. I think I need to watch my diet closer and eat the RIGHT THINGS, not just the right calorie count. I plan to talk to instructors Carol Swendsen and Amy Hess about this next week.
Friday: I plan to take a break, watch my diet and make sure I have next week scheduled.
Saturday: I plan to attend the Saturday Zoomba workout at 9am, don’t want to lose momentum. – Dan
Jan 5th; Dan Varcoe here. Our team at the Newberry Eagle is taking on the Fitness Challenge at FIT ZONE.
I took a Fitness Test and received my orientation for the
30 Day Fitness and Weight Loss Challenge at FIT ZONE; Bought a pair of sweats and athletic shoes at Bi-Mart. I found out, in more ways than one that my fitness condition was not good. Too much body fat, too heavy (176 wow! How did that happen), had a hard time setting a base line for sit ups and push ups, but… I was athletic once (back in high school when I was a wrestler). I know it can be done and I know it will take a regimented schedule to make it happen. So at 60years old I will see what I can do in 30 days with the FIT ZONE challenge.
OnPoint Community Credit Union Features Bend WinterFest Art by Local Elementary School Students
Art to be displayed at all three OnPoint Deschutes County branches from February 14-19
PORTLAND, Ore., February 8, 2011—OnPoint Community Credit Union, the largest credit union in Oregon, will host art shows to celebrate the 12th annual Bend WinterFest and feature artwork from local elementary students. The artwork will be displayed from February 14—19 at each of OnPoint’s three Deschutes County branches.
Created by local students from Jewell Elementary, High Lakes Elementary and Sage Elementary, the artwork will be Bend WinterFest-themed and will express what WinterFest means to the students. From snowboard races to ice sculpting to snowmen, the students’ art demonstrates that Bend WinterFest is an integral part of the Deschutes County culture.
The community is invited to visit each Deschutes County branch the week of February 14 during OnPoint’s branch hours: 9:00 AM–5:30 PM.
ABOUT ONPOINT
OnPoint Community Credit Union is the largest credit union in Oregon, serving more than 214,000 members and with assets of $2.9 billion. Founded in 1932, OnPoint Community Credit Union’s membership is available to anyone who lives or works in one of 11 Oregon (Benton, Clackamas, Columbia, Deschutes, Lane, Linn, Marion, Multnomah, Polk, Washington and Yamhill) and two Washington counties (Skamania and Clark). More information is available at www.onpointcu.com or 503-228-7077 or 800-527-3932.
Chemult, Ore. –The infectious enthusiasm and energy of sled dogs will be seen and heard by young and old spectators alike on January 15 and 16. This year’s Annual Chemult Sled Dog Races is particularly special as it marks 50 years of sled dog racing in Oregon.
“This free event is a great opportunity for everyone to experience the excitement of competitive sled dog racing and Skijoring, which are popular winter sports,” said Erin Sutton, a race organizer for the event. “Mushers from as far away as Arizona, Michigan and British Columbia have competed in this annual event.”
Races will begin at 8:30 a.m. each day and conclude sometime around mid-afternoon at the Walt Haring Sno-Park. The schedule consists of six sled dog races and two Skijoring races (cross-country skier pulled by 1-2 dogs). Walt Haring Sno-Park is located one-quarter mile north of Chemult, Ore., on Highway 97. Chemult is approximately one and a half hours from Bend, Ore., and Klamath Falls, Ore.
During the sled dog events, Sno-Park permits are required. However, some permits will be available at the Walt Haring Sno-Park warming shelter. Oregon, Washington and California Sno-Park permits are all acceptable. Plan ahead and obtain your permit in advance. Due to limited space at the Sno-Park, spectators are asked to use the Walt Haring Sno-Park’s north parking lot.
People attending the races are asked to leave all domestic pets at home. Anyone who wishes to watch the races from a vantage point along the trail is encouraged to bring snowshoes or cross-country skis. Toilet facilities and a concession stand will be available at the Sno-Park.
As fall quickly turns to winter, it’s time to prepare for your favorite winter activities.
Oregon’s Sno-Park program helps provide snow removal at about 100 winter recreation parking areas (Sno-Parks) across the state. Sno-Parks exist in most of Oregon’s mountain passes and in most ski, snowmobile and snow play areas. A list of areas designated as Sno-Parks is available at www.tripcheck.com under “Travel Center.”
If you park in a Sno-Park between November 1 and April 30, you need a valid Sno-Park permit displayed in the windshield of your vehicle.
There are three types of permits: a $25 seasonal permit, a $9 three-day permit good for three consecutive days, and a $4 daily permit. All DMV offices and permit agents at winter resorts, sporting goods stores and other retail outlets sell these permits. Private agents can charge an additional service fee. A list of permit agents is available at www.tripcheck.com under “Travel Center.” To become a Sno-Park permit sales agent contact DMV, Vehicle Mail at 503-945-7949.
The seasonal permit also is available by mail from DMV. Send a written request with your return address, phone number, and a check or money order to DMV, Vehicle Mail No. 1, 1905 Lana Avenue, Salem Oregon 97314.
Parking in an Oregon Sno-Park without a permit may result in a fine, so be sure to obtain a permit and display it on your vehicle.
Provided by Oregon Department of Transportation
Steering Committee Meeting Nov. 9 for Groundwater Protection Project
The Committee of S. Deschutes and N. Klamath County residents is charged with identifying cost-effective solutions to protect area groundwater
What: The Committee and DEQ staff will further refine the committee charter. Then the committee will break into two subgroups to discuss separate topics involving community education and outreach, and what issues need to be resolved before selecting recommendations for protecting the region’s groundwater.
When: Tuesday, Nov. 9
6 p.m.
Where: Midstate Electric Community Meeting Room
16755 Finley Butte Road
La Pine, OR
Meeting topics include:
· Reviewing the Committee charter
· Selecting recommendations for protecting the regions groundwater
For More
Information: For more information about the South Deschutes and North Klamath County Groundwater Protection Project contact Robert Baggett at (541) 633-2036 or via email at baggett.robert@deq.state.or.us .
