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2022 Walk Kansas Newsletters

Move Your Way

Newsletter #1

This week's newsletter introduces the MIND diet, which will be a focus of the Walk Kansas program for 2022.  Also included is information about how much exercise is enough and a recipe for Fish en Papillote with Summer Squash.

Newsletter #2

This week's newsletter focuses on music and health as well as the importance of warm up and cool down stretches.  Also included is information about leafy green vegetables and a recipe for Go Green Salad.

Newsletter #3

This week's newsletter focuses on exercise that can impact your brain health and the importance of walking technique.  Also included is information on B vitamins and a recipe for Tuscan Veggie Chicken Stew.

Newsletter #4

This week's newsletter focuses on stress management and the benefits of strength training.  Also included is information about the nutritional benefits of berries and a recipe for a Blueberry Muffin Smoothie.

Newsletter #5

This week's newsletter focuses on flexibilty and provides exercises for stretching both the brain and the body.  Also included is information on the dietary components of the MIND diet and a recipe for Fajita Casserole.

Newsletter #6

This week's newsletter focuses on the causes of stiffness and ways to cope as well as tips for reducing processed foods in the diet.  Also included is a recipe for Greek Green Beans.

Newsletter #7

This week's newsletter focuses on tips for adding bouts of vigorous exercise to your activity routine and the health benefits of squats.  Also included is information on the nutritional value of nuts and a recipe for Crusted Veggie Egg Cup.

Newsletter #8

This week's newsletter focuses on sugar and includes tips for reducing added sugars in the diet.  Also included is information for stretching hip flexors and a recipe for Hidden Veggie Marinara Sauce.