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2019 Newsletters

Newsletter #8

This newsletter contains information about strengthening and stretching your upper body as well as tips for making a salad a meal.  Also included is a recipe for Spinach Strawberry Salad with Chicken.

Newsletter #7

This week's newsletter contains information about how regular physical activity can help with weight maintenance and tips for building core strength.  Also included is information about getting enough protein in your daily diet, creating a healthy power bowl meal, and a recipe for Teriyaki Burger Bowls.

Newsletter #6

This week's newsletter contains information about the importance of moving more and sitting less throughout the day and tips for dealing with delayed onset muscle soreness.  The newsletter also includes tips for using leftovers and a recipe for Thursday Night Soup.

Newsletter #5

This week's newsletter contains information about including squat exercises into your physical activity routine as well as tips for reducing food waste. Also included is information about bananas and a recipe for Baked Banana Boats.

Newsletter #4

This week's newsletter contains information about increasing your bone health and preparing seafood.  Also included is a recipe for Fish Tacos with Corn Salsa.

Newsletter #3

This week's newsletter contains information about your walking step, choosing the right walking/exercise gear, and stretching your hip flexors.  Also included is information about foods that protect your health and a recipe for Blueberry Blast Smoothies.  

Newsletter #2

Readers of this week's newsletter will learn more about the second edition of the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans that were released in 2018 and the many health benefits of exercise.  Also included is information about ways to improve flexibility and including eggs in your diet.  Readers can also try this week's recipe for Savory Baked Eggs.

Newsletter #1

This week's newsletter discusses the importance of including warm-up and cool-down activities as well as tips and exercises for stretching the hamstring muscles.  Also included is information about reducing food waste and a recipe for Cowboy Caviar.