I would like to touch a bit more on Tanner’s mom this week and tell you about a group that has been established in her honor. The name of the group is DebShred, and while some might find it an odd name, it was actually Debbie’s nickname.
There were many things I loved about Debbie, but one attribute in particular was her devotion to her family, friends, adventure, and being outside.
So, in her honor and in her memory Team DebShred was established as a means to openly promote a way of living that Deb enjoyed. The members of Team DebShred gather to participate in challenging outdoor events as a means of symbolism and to promote awareness of the hurdles faced by those dealing with brain tumors and other life challenging diseases… and to humbly remain aware of how lucky we all are in comparison. Read More
Here’s a great idea: the Moleskine Wellness Journal. These beautifully hip notebooks have always been a practical and stylish way to keep notes. There are tabbed sections like “Personal Goals,” “Exercise Log,” and “Diet,” and plenty of blank pages to fill with whatever you think is necessary. There are also Moleskines for recipes and wine lovers.
There are some pretty compelling reasons not to watch ski jumping at this year’s Winter Olympics that have nothing to do with its inconvenient afternoon time slot or lack of high-ranked American competitors. Ski jumping is the only sport that will not include a competition for female athletes in Vancouver, despite a Canadian court’s ruling that the omission blatantly discriminated against women. That same court also ruled, however, that it did not have jurisdiction over the International Olympic Committee’s decision, while the IOC maintained its exclusionary policy in the face of a lawsuit from 15 would-be female Olympic ski jumpers. Read More
Mountain biking is one of the more fun outdoor activities that a family can do because it involves strenuous physical riding activity combined with camaraderie. Also, there are many scenic mountain areas where mountain biking can be done. This adds to the excitement of mountain biking as well. However, despite the fun involved, mountain biking can be dangerous if riders do not have awareness of a few basic rules. The following paragraphs are a discussion of a few mountain biking safety tips. Read More
In college, I had friends who loved to hike and camp. I went… sometimes. It just wasn’t my thing. But then, we started kayaking and that — THAT was something I could really get behind! Read More
For family fun, nothing compares to spending the day fishing. Little ones love the action of baiting the hook, casting in the line and waiting for something to happen. Even older kids will get into the fun of fishing. Read More
Hiking can be great fun for all ages. Enjoying the outdoors while getting plenty of fresh air and exercise is good for the mind, body and soul. When hiking with children, however, special precautions must be taken to ensure safety. Read More
Wrestling is often thought of as a dangerous sport, but in fact, it can be quite safe and enjoyable if the proper guidelines are followed. Even younger children can learn this sport safely if these tips are followed. Read More
We all know how important it is for kids to be active. The benefits of exercise at an early age are outstanding. Some of the most fun exercises for children of all ages are yoga and pilates. The positions are very appealing to kids which encourage the initial interest. It is great because there is no special equipment to buy and can be easily taught to kids. There are numerous benefits of both exercises. Read More
Children of all ages love sports, and most parents do their best to allow a child to pursue a sport that holds their interest. Many young children are inspired by the sport of gymnastics. They watch young stars perform in gymnastic competitions that are televised and dream of one day making it to the Olympics. For this reason and many others, gymnastic classes are offered in schools and private facilities throughout the world. Read More
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I would like to touch a bit more on Tanner’s mom this week and tell you about a group that has been established in her honor. The name of the group is DebShred, and while some might find it an odd name, it was actually Debbie’s nickname.
There are some pretty compelling reasons not to watch ski jumping at this year’s Winter Olympics that have nothing to do with its inconvenient afternoon time slot or lack of high-ranked American competitors. Ski jumping is the only sport that will not include a competition for female athletes in Vancouver, despite a Canadian court’s ruling that the omission blatantly discriminated against women. That same court also ruled, however, that it did not have jurisdiction over the International Olympic Committee’s decision, while the IOC maintained its exclusionary policy in the face of a lawsuit from 15 would-be female Olympic ski jumpers.
