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Category Archives: March 2011
Armed and Camping
Learn the rules of shooting in the forest Last summer, we strapped our two children into their car seats, properly inflated our tires, packed our first-aid kit and camping gear, and headed to Prescott for some quiet time in the … Continue reading
Posted in Fit Families, March 2011
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News Around Phoenix – March 2011
Hit the Trail…On a Bike When you need advice on taking your two wheels off the street and onto the trails, visit the experts at Ajo Bikes, which can help you chose the right gear—bike included—to make sure you’re safe. … Continue reading
Posted in March 2011, News Around Phoenix
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Green Exercise
Renew your body, restore your spirit All the sports in my life were mostly practiced and played outdoors. No wonder I’m devoted to the joys of escaping house and gym to enjoy sunshine, fresh air and physical freedom. My positive … Continue reading
Posted in Fit Senior, March 2011
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Event Calendar Phoenix – March 2011
CYCLING April 23 Ride for the Children 65-, 25- and 10-mile rides rideforthechildren.com, 6002-482-5800 October 22 2011 Soldier Ride A 1-day cycling event to help wounded warriors soldierride.org DUs/TRIs/ADVENTURE March 13 The 4th Annual Southwest Valley Regional YMCA Olympic & … Continue reading
Posted in Event Calendar Phoenix, March 2011
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Be a Lake Lubber
A quick guide to the lakes of central Arizona We desert dwellers have a fondness for the water and courtesy of aggressive impoundment, a wide variety of water holes available to us. Which hole you want to go to, though, … Continue reading
Posted in Feature Articles, March 2011
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Barefoot Earthing
A Panacea for athletes and exercisers Science continues to discover the benefits of the natural world, and one new discovery of the interactions of the Earth’s free electrons with human physiology may have significant benefits for athletes and exercisers. The … Continue reading
Posted in Health Report, March 2011
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Patagonia, AZ
From mining town to nature lovers’ mecca Named for the mountain range that stands watch over the valley, Patagonia, once a busy mining town with an active railroad, is now an international birding destination, a stop along The Arizona Trail … Continue reading
Posted in Feature Articles, March 2011
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Gear Review – March 2011
Keurig When you’ve got to get up early to see the sunrise from your favorite vista, have a quick cup of java before you hit the trail courtesy of the Keurig Special Edition Brewing System. Even better, you can take … Continue reading
Posted in Gear Review, March 2011
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Hill Shifting
Get stronger and faster One of the first running partners I had in Tucson was a retired high school running coach from Palatine, Illinois. After 30 years of coaching, Joe Johnson had succeeded in making his school’s running team one … Continue reading
Posted in March 2011, Running
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Event Calendar Tucson – March 2011
CYCLING March 27 Cyclovia Tucson Adventure on Tucson’s roads without the presence of cars cycoviatucson.org, info@cycloviatucson.org DUs/TRIs/ADVENTURE March 13 The 4th Annual Southwest Valley Regional YMCA Olympic & Sprint Triathlon/Duathlon Adult Olympic TRI, Adult Sprint TRI, Sprint, Adult Sprint DU, … Continue reading
Posted in Event Calendar Tucson, March 2011
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Desert Exposure
Get your climbing fix in Arizona Arizona is home to some of the most diverse and best rock climbing in the country. Fun road trips lead to granite domes outside Tucson, limestone close to Globe, sandstone in Sedona and basalt … Continue reading
Posted in Feature Articles, March 2011
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Do You Like Via Ferrata?
This controversial way of getting to the top is making its way to the States If you’ve climbed Picacho Peak, you’ve experienced via ferrata. While it seems to be gaining popularity around the world, it’s an unwelcome practice for some … Continue reading
Posted in Feature Articles, March 2011
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Surprise Attack
Heart disease isn’t just for men Name: Dana Grant Age: 53 Resides: Tucson “When I am afraid, I will trust in You.” (Psalm 56:3) Background: Dana Grant, originally from West Virginia, moved to Tucson with her husband in 1977. They … Continue reading
Posted in March 2011, Success, Success Tucson
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Flying High
He’s jumped more than 2000 times and isn’t done yet Name: Mike Coffey Age: 57 Resides: Tucson “Peace in blue skies.” Background: Though Mike Coffey has had some setbacks—surgery to unblock his carotid artery after a near stroke, knee and … Continue reading
Posted in Fit For Life, Fit For Life Tucson, March 2011
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Letters – March 2011
Hi Lori, Picked up your publication at Massage Envy and thought I was looking at my baby LucyLu. She is a Bichon Havanese Silk who looks just like your dog. We got her from a breeder in Mesa. Here is … Continue reading
Posted in Letters, March 2011
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Publisher’s Note – March 2011
Getting Outside: A Smile Builder Spring is always a wonderful time of the year in Arizona. The perfect weather and blooming desert calls us outside. I’m ready to get out and enjoy it, but this spring will be a little … Continue reading
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Quick Hits – March 2011
Continued Success As a company that is passionate about the outdoors, Summit Hut established a program called “100 Days of Service” in which they have donated 100 days of their staff’s time to volunteer with local non-profit organizations. Through this … Continue reading
Posted in March 2011, Quick Hits
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Healthy Mind, Healthy Body
Still active and ready to learn Name: Alvin E. Stones Age: 83 Resides: Phoenix “I have managed my life on the belief that I must get some exercise and learn something new every day.” Background: Alvin E. Stones and his … Continue reading
Posted in Fit For Life, Fit For Life Phoenix, March 2011
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News Around Tucson – March 2011
Cloth Diapers are Best for The Earth You love the outdoors and do everything you can to take good care of it, so go the extra mile and choose LolliDoo cloth diapers for your child. Not only is it better … Continue reading
Posted in March 2011, News Around Tucson
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Woodland Lake Park Trails
Woodland Lake Park may be the ideal outdoor area for the entire family. Facilities include tennis courts, softball fields, spacious picnic shelters and public restrooms. Birdwatchers will find a number of species of waterfowl around Woodland Lake, as well as … Continue reading
Posted in Feature Articles, March 2011
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Success Failing
Learning what didn’t work helped her Name: Joanne Sgro Age: 38 Resides: Chandler “Exercise can make a good day better and a bad day good.” Background: Joanne Sgro grew up in Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania, a suburb of Philadelphia. “I was … Continue reading
Posted in March 2011, Success Phoenix
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