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Ottawa Office
County Annex Building
1418 S. Main, Suite 2
Ottawa, KS 66067
785-229-3520
785-229-3527 fax

Lyndon Office
128 W. 15th
PO Box 400
Lyndon, KS 66451
785-828-4438
785-828-3427 fax

Garnett Office
411 S. Oak
PO Box 423
Garnett, KS 66032
785-448-6826
785-448-6153 fax

Walk Kansas Newsletters

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2023

Newsletter #1

This week's newsletter discusses how to find YOUR "why" for exercise, how to get off to a good start with a proper warm-up, good walking posture, and a cool-down, and introduces eating styles.  Also included is a recipe for making a Flavorful Grain Bowl.

Newsletter #2

This week's newsletter discusses motivation including internal and external motivators.  Also included is information about the MyPlate Eating Style and a recipe for Extra Veggie Steak Stir Fry.

Newsletter #3

This week's newsletter focuses on why muscle-strengthening activity is important and tips for building tiny habits throughout the day.  Also included are seven steps for eating the Med Way and a recipe for French Potato Salad.

Newsletter #4

This week's newsletter focuses on exercise and blood sugar. Additionally, it provides information about vegetarian eating styles and a recipe for Mexican Lentil Soup.

Newsletter #5

This week's newsletter focuses on exercise and knee pain as well as the importance of stretching. Also included is information for improving gut health and a recipe for a Blackberry Smoothie.

Newsletter #6

This week's newsletter focuses on exercise and heart health as well as the benefits of high intensity interval training or HIIT.  Also included is information about the DASH diet and a recipe for Spiced Oatmeal Pancakes.

Newsletter #7

This week's newsletter focuses on how exercise keeps your brain sharp and what stress does to your body.  Also included is information about the MIND diet and a recipe for Blueberry Walnut Salad.

Newsletter #8

This week's newsletter focuses on workplace wellness. Also included is information for making healthy "swaps" and a recipe for Mediterranean Tuna Salad Lettuce Wraps.

Newsletter #9

This final newsletter focuses on celebrating successes, hydrating for health, and eating with the seasons.  Also included is a recipe for Italian Tomato Salad.