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5/20/11
There's a New Christian Outdoor Group in Central Florida!
Heartland Christian Outdoor Enthusiasts Group was founded out of the desires of Bob Adams & Lori Clinch Adams to enjoy their favorite outdoor activities with others of the Christian faith who were as avid and adventurous as they are......and to do so near their home in Winter Haven/Lakeland, Polk County, FL.
A description of the group, found on Facebook is:
We are a non/trans-denominational group with a common bond of having a personal faith and commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior who love participating in human-powered outdoor activities.
Through spending time outdoors in God’s creation with more of His Kids, our desire is to experience:
• An expansion of our love for God and knowledge of Him
• Wholesome, encouraging fellowship and friendship
• Improvement in our health and wellbeing
• Adventures in new geographical areas
• Gaining new skills and abilities
• Opportunities for doing good, glorifying God and sharing His Good News with those who do not yet know Him
[“Let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven” Matthew 5:16]
On the facebook group page, members themselves can post and event and volunteer to be the facilitator of that event and are encouraged to share their knowledge and skills with others.
About the Administrators:
Bob Adams is an avid long-distance road cyclist, having completed the STP (Seattle to Portland) ride in 2008, cycling 204 miles in 1 day with his son, he's completed several century rides and other shorter community rides, he has hiked many mountains near his hometown of Klamath Falls, OR..
His wife Lori Clinch Adams who not only is the creator of this blog and several others, is a Certified Nordic Pole Walking Instructor, Fitness Trainer, Wellness Coach and Walking Fitness Writer. Together they enjoy hiking, backpacking, camping, inline skating, canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, skiing, exploring new places and designing their own sports nutrition regimen and healthy-eating diet. 
To contact the Administrators, please email: info.HCOE@gmail.com
or phone (863) 268-4404
Links:
Facebook Group Events
Facebook Page
or phone (863) 268-4404
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Facebook Group Events
Facebook Page
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A D V E N T U R E - An exciting or remarkable experience/quest involving exploration, mission & unknown risks
“A private relationship of worshiping God is the greatest essential element of SPIRITUAL FITNESS. It is in the unseen life that you become perfectly fit.”
"Outdoor exercise is the healthiest form of fitness – not only for the environment, but for the soul."
“A private relationship of worshiping God is the greatest essential element of SPIRITUAL FITNESS. It is in the unseen life that you become perfectly fit.”
"Outdoor exercise is the healthiest form of fitness – not only for the environment, but for the soul."
'The best remedy for those who are afraid, lonely or unhappy is to go outside, somewhere where they can be quiet, alone with the heavens, nature and God. Because only then does one feel that all is as it should be and that God wishes to see people happy, amidst the simple beauty of nature.' -Anne Frank-
'Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. Nature's peace will flow into you as sunshine flows into trees. The winds will blow their own freshness into you... while cares will drop offlike autumn leaves' - John Muir
'And forget not that the earth delights to feel your bare feet and the winds long to play with your hair.'
5/12/11
Webinar: how can you get more kids to bike to school?
When: Tuesday, May 31, 1 - 2 p.m. EDT
This webinar is part of the SRTS Webinar series, developed by America Walks and the National Center for Safe Routes to School.
For more information please contact Michelle Gulley at mgulley@americawalks.org.
Listen to podcast: Park and Walk Programs
Like on Facebook: National Center For Safe Routes To School
Link: America Walks
5/8/11
Bless All You Mothers! A Motherhood Rap, A Must See
Renfroe is an Atlanta-based comedian/singer/mother who definitely has a knack for humor, parenting and rap.
5/7/11
Search For The MOST DURABLE PERSON
Gear Junkie Sweepstakes:
'The CORDURA brand Search for the Most Durable Person!'
An all-expenses-paid adventure trip to Utah with the CORDURA® brand team and the Gear Junkie crew this summer!
Entry is easy. Simply use the form on their new sweepstakes channel — http://gearjunkie.com/most-durable-person — to upload a quick story, photos, or a video and tell them why you or a friend/family member are among the outdoors’ “most durable” people. (“Durable” in any context whatsoever, be creative!) The best entries will go live on GearJunkie.com this month. Contest runs May 1 – May 30, 2011
Click HERE to enter today!
Enter to win a Travel Trek to Paris!
I just entered the Road ID Spring Giveaway for a chance to win a Trek Travel trip to Paris for the 2011 Tour de France or an iPad 2. It's free to enter.
5/2/11
Live Chat May 2: Best Exercises For People With Multiple Sclerosis
Learn how exercise can help people with multiple sclerosis during a live Web chat on Monday, May 2, at 11 a.m. Pacific time (1 p.m. Central time, 2 p.m. Eastern time).
Get advice on what types of exercises and workouts are best for MS from Dr. Barbara Giesser, clinical professor of neurology at the David Geffen UCLA School of Medicine and medical director of the Marilyn Hilton MS Achievement Center at UCLA. Giesser has specialized in treating people with MS since 1982.
Can't make the chat? Email your questions in advance to chat moderator Jeannine Stein at jeannine.stein@latimes.com.
Recommended Links
Exercise and Fitness Programs for People with Multiple Sclerosis
MS Active Wellness Fitness – Vitalize Workout with Chair Exercises
Multiple Sclerosis Workout Tip
An Active approach to helping your MS: Register today with MS Active Source and:
- Receive a free fitness DVD
- Share your favorite recipe
- Find memory games and fitness tools
- Speak with a mentor
- Subscribe to the monthly e-newsletter
4/21/11
4/18/11
Can it be justified?
Foam Alone: Do Furniture Flame Retardants Save Enough Lives to Justify Their Environmental Damage
[click on link above for full article]
4/15/11
Faith, Fitness and Charity = Dance Your Shoes Off!
As an Evangelical Christian, I love moving my body and exercising to encouraging, edifying tunes/music. Not only does it help me exercise for longer periods of time but it also builds up my spiritual wellness/life.
The song/music and words used for this Dance of Celebration is so contagious and likable that I am adopting it into my exercise time. (it's not for sale yet)
The actual presentation by Second Baptist Church, Houston, TX was in celebration of Jesus' Resurrection but to also donate shoes to the needy. I pray we all may be inspired creatively to celebrate our faith and be charitable this Easter Season.
The song/music and words used for this Dance of Celebration is so contagious and likable that I am adopting it into my exercise time. (it's not for sale yet)
The actual presentation by Second Baptist Church, Houston, TX was in celebration of Jesus' Resurrection but to also donate shoes to the needy. I pray we all may be inspired creatively to celebrate our faith and be charitable this Easter Season.
Here is anther source for Faith-based exercise tunes and workouts
4/13/11
Participate with Greenpeace Int'l. in a world record attempt in support of renewable energy!
Did you know that Facebook - the social network website that so many love and use everyday - uses coal - and nuclear energy to power their massive data centres - their warehouses of servers where all the personal information is stored?
With this Guinness world record attempt, Greenpeace International is going to show Facebook staff the huge global support for renewable energy - by setting a world record for the most Facebook comments on a post in just 24 hours!
Guinness World Records have confirmed that we need at least 50,000 comments on Facebook in 24hrs to set the record.
If you are a Facebook member, Click here, and leave as many comments as you like!
Click on Greenpeace International for all the details of this challenge.
Be Informed:
4/12/11
Check out Ecomom Blog & Her Healthy Home Makeover Contest
Click the logo above to enter Kimberly Danek Pinskson's Healthy Home Makeover Contest
Healthy Home Suggestions from Health Adventure Coach:
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4/9/11
Does the Mediterranean Diet Even Exist?
What ARE modern day Mediterraneans REALLY eating?
Is the 'Mediterranean Diet' fact or hoax?
Read HERE
Please post your comments of your experience eating the Mediterranean way.
4/3/11
What NOT to drink 6 hours after consuming fast food
Suprise! It's not soda pop or juice! Click here for what you seek!
Straight Talk About Endometrial Cancer
Straight Talk About Endometrial Cancer
Tuesday, Apr 5, 2011
Join us for a FREE Women's Health Event Straight Talk About Endometrial Cancer with Dr. Richard Boothby, LRCC gynecologic oncologist. Want to hear more about surgical treatment for endometrial cancer? Curious about the advantages of robotic surgery? Learn more about these topics and the differences between this newer surgical approach and traditional approaches. Program presented by Lakeland Regional Medical Center and da Vinci Women's Health.
Location: Lakeland Regional Medical Center
Auditorium
1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd
Lakeland, Fl 33804
Website: www.lrmc.com
Hours: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Cost: FREE
For more information, contact: Lakeland Regional Medical Center
863-687-1400
Join us for a FREE Women's Health Event Straight Talk About Endometrial Cancer with Dr. Richard Boothby, LRCC gynecologic oncologist. Want to hear more about surgical treatment for endometrial cancer? Curious about the advantages of robotic surgery? Learn more about these topics and the differences between this newer surgical approach and traditional approaches. Program presented by Lakeland Regional Medical Center and da Vinci Women's Health.
Location: Lakeland Regional Medical Center
Auditorium
1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd
Lakeland, Fl 33804
Website: www.lrmc.com
Hours: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Cost: FREE
For more information, contact: Lakeland Regional Medical Center
863-687-1400
4/2/11
Power Your Concert & Keep Your Band Healthy At The Same Time!
Innovation and creativity at it's best! Keep peddling and keep strumming!
Unplugged But Electric: Bikes Power Concerts
Allergy Kids Foundation with Robyn O'Brien
Which would you rather your child consume?:
Red No. 40 or Beetroot red
Yellow No. 6 or Paprika
Source: Robyn O'Brien
"I was a food industry analyst who traded her briefcase for a diaper bag, had four kids, wrote a critically-acclaimed book & founded the AllergyKids Foundation"
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