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Memorial Day Deals – 2012

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Most people think of Memorial Day as a time to remember their loved ones and ancestors who served in the military. Retail stores see it as a good reason to have a big sale. It has become routine for stores to hold sales that last the entire three days of Memorial Day weekend. Here are just a few of the sales and deals that happening. Express has a “Five Days to Save” sale. It has already started, and will continue through Monday, May 28, 2012. All dresses, tops, shorts, and accessories for women are 30% off. Men’s shirts are “Buy … Continue reading →

Your Waist Size and Walking

People are often most concerned about their weight, using it a measuring tool to determine success. I know I am guilty of this too, but there is something else I am more concerned about- waist size. Research has show that the size of your waist can determine if you are likely to have heart disease and other health problems. Several research articles I have read encourage woman to have a less than a 35 inch waist and men to have less than a 40 inch waist. Following these guidelines can help save your heart and life. The research shows that … Continue reading →

Let’s Play! How to Bond with Your New Stepfamily

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Not being much of a bowler myself, I was a little surprised when my then-boyfriend suggested that he take my daughter out for a few frames one Saturday afternoon. It was one of the first weekends I had invited him to visit when my daughter wasn’t with her Dad. (After many years of single parenthood, I continued to be very wary of involving her in my romantic liaisons when I wasn’t yet sure where they were headed). This weekend had been discussed between us at length; our relationship had become serious, and we were starting to talk about a future … Continue reading →

A Review of Wii Fit Plus

I am so excited about sharing this review. Last week I wrote in my blog, Fitness and Video Games, how the American Red Cross was endorsing two Nintendo Wii games, Wii Sports Resort and Wii Fit Plus. I mentioned that I had ordered Wii Fit Plus after seeing a good friend of mine lose weight on it. Well I am happy to report what I think of Wii Fit Plus. From the moment I set everything up. Well okay, I take that back, from the moment my 11-year old helped me set everything up I was completely sold on this … Continue reading →

Dear Heather … A Question

A reader asked the following question on my blog Coach Mom: Making Up Your Game Plan and I thought I’d put it up front so I could answer it. The question is from Families.com member Tckteacher: A question rather than a comment. Our days of homeschooling our own children are long over, but I now find myself in a position of schooling a 3rd grade child overseas in a situation where there few available resources and no community sports activities for her to join other than dance – which she is involved in. I am trying as her teacher to … Continue reading →

A Sense of Humor

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Believe it or not, blogging is not my full time gig. Most of the time, I am actually coaching team sports for 3-5 year olds. One of the more satisfying aspects of my job (besides getting to play team sports all day with 3-5 year olds) is being part of their lives, and seeing them grow and develop. Many of the children in my program return year after year, and so it is a special treat to see them mature not just athletically, but mentally and socially as well. Of the thousands of young children that I have worked with, … Continue reading →

Let’s Talk About April

Good morning, welcome to our last day of March here at the Fitness Blog and whew, we blew into March like a lion with all these plans and we’re slinking out like a lamb with only a few of those plans seen to fruition. We took a bit of a break in March and though it was unexpected, to be honest, I needed it and I reaped a great benefit from the break because I was able to relax and really recuperate from my surgery. So, for those of you who may have been looking forward to some of the … Continue reading →

In the News: Bush Tells Parents to Get Their Kids Outside

Last week, President Bush warned that childhood obesity is a problem for both American families and for the country as a whole. The President was meeting with a group of business leaders in order to encourage the idea of advertising that would promote and encourage healthy food and exercise. “One way for this nation to cope with the issue of obesity is to get people outside – whether it be through sports or hiking or conservation.” President G.W. Bush The President’s also signed a proclamation declaring February as the American Heart Month. The First Lady offered her own thoughts on … Continue reading →

Learning from Bobby Powell

A little boy usually doesn’t care about reading music or singing a song from a Broadway musical, unless that little boy is Bobby Powell. He was the kid that never played on a little league team, ran with a football, or played tag during recess. Bobby contracted polio at an early age; he was left with a ravaged body and a set of heavy braces encompassing his withered legs. He and I attended the same elementary school back in the 1950’s. We developed a friendship in the third grade. Bobby and I were both trying out for the talent show … Continue reading →

Dear Heather … You Said ….

Good morning and welcome to January’s first edition of Dear Heather. I am thinking it might need another title, so if you have a suggestion, I’d love to hear it. If it comes down to a contest, well – I may launch one just for that reason next week. Let’s see how it goes. In the meanwhile, let’s dive into a couple of letters I got over the weekend. Arguing Over the Game Console Dear Heather, You wrote an article about the Nintendo Wii and my husband and I have been having an argument about whether or not to get … Continue reading →