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Marjie FosterEditorial Director

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Athens MOVE Advisory Council and Community Partners

COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

Becky GalvinYWCO

Marketing Director/Fitness

Coordinator

April & Michael WilliamsWOW Boot Camp

Founders and Workout Warriors

Robert MilesUGA Athletic Department

Director of CHAMPS/

Life Skills Program

KaDee HoltAthens Community Council

on Aging

Outreach Coordinator

Kelly WhiteFirst American Bank & Trust

Company

First Vice President

Dr. Bryan McCullickUGA College of Education

Professor of Kinesiology

Ruth E. SiegfriedInVision Human Services

Founder and President/CEO

EDUCATION

Anisa Sullivan JimenezClarke County School District

Director of Public Relations &

Communications

Jon WardClarke Central High School

Athletic Director

David SmithMadison County High School

Health & PE Teacher

Jamie CollinsworthComer Elementary School

Health & PE Teacher

Patricia HarrisonOconee High School

Health & PE Dept Head

Michael TountasakisNorth Oconee High School

Health & PE Dept Head

Don ChuboffAthens Academy

Upper School PE Dept Head

Veta New, Ph.D. Oglethorpe County School System

Superintendent

Steve CummingsAthens Christian School

Headmaster

SPORTS/PARKS& RECREATION

Dante TrevinoOconee Soccer Alliance

Director of Coaching

Jonathan FogginAthens Bulldog Swim Club, Head

Age Group Coach/ Athens Clarke

Dolphin SwimTeam, Head Coach

John GentryOconee Parks & Recreation

Director

Elyse GilesAthens YMCA

Fitness Director

Clay ChappellUS Junior Golf Association

Founder/Head Coach

Pam ReidyACC Leisure Services

Director

Katina BuffaOconee Gymnastics Center

Executive Director

David CroweWinter Bike League

Long Time Participant

Julie EvansClarke County School District

Adapted PE Teacher/ Special

Olympics, Local Coordinator

Cassidy CarsonStudio Dance Academy

Owner/Instructor

Randy McElweeAmerican Black Belt Academy

Director

HEALTH ANDNUTRITION

Mike PilcherAthens Regional Medical Center

Associate Director

Corporate Communications

Avery McLeanSt. Mary's Health Care System

Director

Marketing & Public Relations

Karen SimmonsEarth Fare

Community Relations Coordinator

Emma Laing, Ph.D., R.D., L.D.UGA Department of Foods and

Nutrition

Assistant Research Scientist

Alonzo T. Sexton, II, M.D.Athens Orthopedic Clinic

Orthopedic Surgery & Sports

Medicine

Jimbo WoodHorizon Physical Therapy

Physical Therapist and Owner

Kendra Houghton, M.Ed., C.H.E.S.Wellness Coordinator

Unifi ed Government of Athens-

Clarke County

Dr. Kip MatthewsAK Counseling & Consulting, Inc.

Sport & Performance Psychologist

Tara Merritt, M.D.Performance Pediatrics & Sports

Medicine

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Keeping Kids in the GameWe know that playing a sport is

great for our kids in so many ways, but how do we motivate them to

stick with it? Our experts weigh in on ways to help our kids

stay motivated about participating in a sports.

Golf FUNdraisersGolf tournaments are a great way for an organization to raise some funds for a good cause while also getting people out and enjoying a

sport that gets them moving.

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F E A T U R E A R T I C L E S

Sport and LifePlaying youth sports helps

kids learn valuable skills they will use in future careers and in life. Teamwork, leadership,

commitment and organizational skills are just a few of the lessons

learned when playing sports.

Soccer Isn’t Just for KidsAdults love this universal game, too. Learn more about how you can join hundreds of adults of

various ages and skill levels who hit the pitch (fi eld) on Sunday afternoons for some great fun

and exercise.

RECREATION

19SPORTS

810 Picture Perfect

12 Team on the MOVE

14 Athlete on the MOVE

15 Coach’s Corner

22 Adaptive MOVES

24 Find Your MOVE

26 Senior MOVES

27 Community Calendar

32 School MOVES

34 Special Sports Camp Section

36 Paws to Play

37 Nutrition Tips

38 Kids’ MOVES

39 Brain Waves

44 Employer MOVES

46 Inspiring MOVES

47 Hall of Fame

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On the cover: North Oconee Girls Varsity Basketball team is our

Team on the MOVE

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SIRIUS ATHLETICS: A NEW AFTER-SCHOOL YOUTH TRACK AND

FIELD PROGRAMA seriously fun introduction to the amazing world of Track and Field is this new track and fi eld program with Rachel Hopkins, former UGA track and fi eld coach. Hopkins' belief that youth de-serve excellent coaching in a fun and encouraging environment inspired the creation of Sirius Athletics, where athletes of all tal-ents and experiences will benefi t from learning proper technique

and sportsmanship in a safe and encouraging environment. Events contested include sprint and dis-tance running events, relays, soft-ball throw, shot put and high jump.

The program is open to youth ages six-12, and practices begin mid-February on Tuesdays and Thurs-days from 3:30-5:30 p.m. at Thomas Lay Park (297 Hoyt Street in Athens). There will also be occasional Saturday competition and practices. The cost is $100 and includes a uniform and meet entry. Online registration is available at: www.siriusathletics.org, or you can reach Rachel Hopkins at 706-372-5661.

UNIQUE COMBINATION OF PEDIATRICS, SPORTS MEDICINE

AND MOREPerformance Pediatrics and Sports Medicine is bringing its unique approach to sports medicine to North Georgia. Their commit-ment to personalized medical service and coaching is deeply rooted in the life-long athletic experience of its founder, Dr. Tara Merritt. Having run on the collegiate level at a Division I school, Dr. Merritt and the team at Performance Pediatrics are dedicated to

helping North Georgia’s young athletes keep active, healthy and growing. In addition to sports medicine, Dr. Merritt is also board-certifi ed in pediatrics and internal medicine so she can meet all the health needs of her patients no mat-ter what their age. Their state-of-the-art facility even includes on-site x-ray and

other diagnostic equipment. The practice is conveniently located near Highway 316 and the Loop at 1181 Langford Drive in Bogart. Check out their website at www.athensactivekids.com or call 706-850-8750 for additional information.

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ATHENS MOVE NEW MOVES

YWCO CUTS RIBBON ON NEWLY RENOVATED POOL

Less than a year ago, renovations began in the YWCO pool and wet room, giving them new, updated looks as well as upgrades in the mechanical systems. With the completion of these renovations, new programs have been implemented in the aquatics center, in-cluding SilverSplash and a Masters Swim program as well as a partnership with Athens Bulldog Swim Club.

This is the fi rst phase of a complete renovation of the YWCO. Renovations began recently on the locker rooms, and following the completion of those upgrades, the weight room and the main re-ception area of the YWCO will be refurbished and new equipment will be added. “We are very excited about the decision to renovate the Research Drive Facility. As a result of the renovations we have had opportunities for new programming and growth,” stated Kitty Meyran, executive director of the YWCO. For more details about the YWCO, check out their website at www.YWCO.com.

ANNOUNCING NEW MOVES This new section helps us announce new places, activities and organizations in the area. If you have something

NEW you would like to share with Athens MOVE readers, email the information to [email protected].

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Some of the most important skills and characteristics we need in life can be learned and developed through participation in sports. Teamwork, discipline, commitment, competitive drive, communication and organizational skills … these and many other skills and characteristics are fostered at an early age when we play and compete in individual and team sports. Learning your role on a team and committing to do your very best at it are some of the life skills that the North Oconee Girls Basketball Team have learned to achieve success on the court this year (see page 12). And the Jenkins family is learning some valuable lessons about individual commitment and discipline that will help them succeed in their running careers and in life (see page 14).Photo by Dallas Bordon - Madison County Journal

SPORTS ZONE

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LIFE LESSONS LEARNED FROM SPORTS

Gary LeFeuvre, executive director of Athens MOVE


SPORTS ZONE FEATURE

Playing sports has many positive infl uences on kids, not only when they are young but also as they become adults. It is one of them main reasons I started MOVE. I

saw fi rsthand with my own kids how sports not only improved their physical abilities and strength, but also helped them de-velop intellectually, socially and emotionally. I could tell even when they were young that sports were going to help them achieve more in life, and I wanted to see other kids benefi t from similar recreational, athletic or artistic activities.

Sports participation teaches good values, infl uences positive beliefs and behaviors, and imparts critical life lessons that can make a difference both in the lives of indi-viduals and in our society. These lessons spill over into the classroom, business and community, and contribute signifi cantly to the character development of our country.

Both of my kids started playing organized sports when they were about fi ve years old. We encouraged each of them to try differ-ent sports and activities like soccer, gym-nastics, t-ball, dance, basketball, swim-ming, diving, ice skating, golf and several others. Some were individual sports and others were team sports. Some they liked and some they didn’t. Some they were good at and some they were not. Some they tried for just one season and some they will probably play for the rest of their lives. In every case, though, they learned

valuable life lessons and skills that they

could apply to their lives … then, now and

in the future.

Here are some the lessons they have

learned:

Working with Others: As soccer players,

my kids took on certain positions within the

team and on the fi eld. Each of them was

one of 11 players who worked together to

move and pass a ball for a common goal

of scoring and not being scored on. Their

teams were only successful when they

worked together and every person did their

part. As members of a team, they learned

to work and communicate with others who

had different backgrounds, cultures, val-

ues and personalities. Solving confl icts,

encouraging others, setting group goals

and game plans, respecting each person,

making and keeping your commitment to

the team … these are some of the skills and lessons that help kids be more successful in school and when they begin working in a business or organization.

Leading and Being Led: The best feed-back I have heard about my kids in their sports is not how well they played but how coachable or what good leaders they are. Kids have short attention spans and they often think they know everything, but to get better at a sport they have to learn to pay attention and really listen to what a coach is saying and then try their best to apply it. My kids didn’t always understand why or even agree with the coach sometimes, but when they followed direction and re-ally tried to apply what a coach was tell-ing them, they improved their performance and also gained more respect from the coach. The same has been true in school and I expect it will remain so in their future careers.

Often, we assume that the captains on a team are the leaders, but most athletes be-come leaders in some way. Some lead by example by respecting their coach and be-ing a good team player; others are good at building relationships with teammates. My son shows his leadership through good sportsmanship, by really encouraging and motivating his teammates to keep doing their best. My daughter has learned to be a good organizer and communicator who

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plays a sport has to face the disappoint-

ment of losing. How young athletes learn

to deal with that defeat can impact how

they deal with future failures or losses in

life. For that reason, the first thing I ask my

kids after a game is not the score but “how

did YOU play?” If they didn’t play well, then

we talk about why and what they can do to

play better next time. Learning from a past

mistake and applying that knowledge to fu-

ture opportunities is a life lesson that I have

used many times in my life and career.

helps keep everything and everyone on track. Most of the time they were not cap-tains or the best athlete on their team, but they found ways that they could lead while being led.

Practice and Persistence: Like most kids, mine enjoyed playing the game more than practicing. They saw older kids or profes-sional athletes and wanted to play like them right away but didn’t realize that those athletes got there from working on the fundamentals of their sport many hours a day for years. By practicing, kids see the results that come from repeating certain skills in order to perfect them. My daugh-ter spent every night for a month practicing how to juggle a soccer ball in the air (no hands) until she could meet her goal to hit it 800 times without it touching the ground. It definitely helped improve her agility and ball control but it also made her proud that she achieved her goal. She learned that if she spent enough time on a task, she would eventually get better at it. In life, our kids will always be learning new things and if they are persistent and practice, they will get better at them.

Overcoming Challenges and Disap-pointment: At some point, everyone who

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Young athletes often face challenges along the way. For some, it may be balancing their time and activities so they keep up their grades. For others, it might be the challenge of dealing with a difficult coach or player on their team.

For my son, it has been dealing with a recurring injury that sometimes prevents him from playing soccer. He could have given up and maybe switched to a different sport; instead, he committed a lot of time to physical therapy and exercise programs to heal his back and strengthen the muscles that will prevent future injuries and allow him to continue to play a sport he loves.

Time management, conflict resolution, mental and physical preparation, and self-evaluation are all skills that help us over-come the challenges that life throws at us.

Life is not always easy, and as parents we all want to give our kids every advantage that will help them be successful adults in whatever ways they define that success for themselves. For me, I know that playing youth sports has equipped my kids with values, skills and life lessons that will help them be successful as they become con-tributing adults in our society.

Time management, conflict resolution, mental and

physical preparation, and self evaluation are all skills that

help us overcome the challenges that life

throws at us.

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PICTURE PERFECT

American Black Belt Academy victory photo after the North American Grappling Associa-tion tournament held on Dec 1st.

Team ABBA comes home from NAGA with 8 medals and 2 Samurai swords!Placed 1st All-Around 6 year old age division at the Snowfl ake Classic.

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Madason Counties Malik FreemanPhoto by Dallas Bordon, Madison County Journal

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THERE IS NO

“I” IN THIS TEAM

by Gary LeFeuvre, executive director for Athens MOVE

The North Oconee Varsity Girls Basketball Team has had a great season this year, and many expect them to do well in the playoffs.

If they do, it is not because they have one or two super star players that carry the team … it will be because they are a group of good athletes who work hard and play really well together as a team.

That athleticism and teamwork didn’t happen overnight. Most of them have played basketball since they were six or seven in pro-grams like Upward Basketball or Oconee Recreation Department, and many have played other sports like softball or track. As a team, they have played together since middle school, which makes them stronger teammates and also really close friends.

Emily Dobberstien and Brooke Hubbard are two of the team’s se-niors who say that this team is special because they are so close. “I don’t think I have ever been so close with every single person on my team,” says Emily. “This group of girls is pretty much like a big family.” Because they are close, Brooke adds, “We aren’t afraid to tell each other when we mess up. We do that to help each other, and we all get that, so we don’t get our feelings hurt.”

Emily and Brooke also explain that a big part of their team is selfl ess-ness: “Even if we don’t have the same ability as far as basketball goes, we have a stronger team connection than the other teams we play and that wins over individual ability every time. We depend on everyone. Each person knows their own role and is happy with that role, and when you put all the roles together it works really well.”

As Emily, Brooke and the other seniors on the team fi nish up their senior season and prepare to go to college, they see that playing basketball has taught them how to be more organized and disci-plined. This will help them to continue to be good students, but it has also taught them how to work with others and develop close friendships, and that will make them happier people for a lifetime.

SPORTS ZONE TEAM ON THE MOVE

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“This is a remarkable group of young ladies who do a great job on the court, in the

classroom and in the community. They make up one of the best group of girls

I have ever worked with,”

– Coach Donnie Byrom.

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National championships run in the

Jenkins family, and this winter

three of the Jenkins kids have

kept the string alive. Joseph (Joey, age 14),

Johnathan (Jon, age 13) and Dominique

(Niquee, age 11) participated in December’s

AAU Cross Country National Championships,

all with impressive showings: Joey ran the 4K

(youth) in 13:25 for 3rd overall; Jon ran the

3K (midget) in 9:45 for 3rd overall; Niquee ran

the 3K (midget) in 11:18 to fi nish 12th overall.

Bob Jenkins, father and coach, has been training his own kids as well as others since 1999. The Jenkins family has won 21 national championships in cross country and track and fi eld, and Bob is currently a Level 2 USATF (USA Track and Field) coach.

The Jenkins trio have competed in Michigan, Iowa, Florida, the Carolinas, Virginia, Alabama and Tennessee. They began training and competing when they were about six years old, encouraged and motivated by their older siblings who are currently running on athletic scholarships in college. They “like being challenged, and enjoy the competitions.” (They admit, though, that even they don’t like to run when it’s really cold.)

All three Jenkins kids attend Georgia Cyber Academy, where Joey is currently an 8th grader, Jon is in 7th and Niquee is in 6th grade.


SPORTS ZONE ATHLETE ON THE MOVE

THE JENKINS TRIOARE ON THE MOVE!

photo above: (L to R): Jon (Jonathan), Niquee (Dominique) and Joey (Joseph) Jenkins

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YES, EVEN COACHES MUST PASS TESTS AND MAKE THE GRADE!

by Marjie Foster, national editorial director for Global MOVE Media

Coaching has come a long way since I was a kid (and we won’t discuss how many decades that represents!). Back then, few parents knew what

qualifi cations their kids’ coaches might have. Today, though, we require that coaches – for both community and school athletics – go through a process that prepares them for the job. Parents and school administrators can be confi dent that coaches have been through a background check, some fi rst aid training, education about their sport’s rules and other training that will help them guide their teams as knowledgeably and safely as possible.

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SPORTS ZONECOACH'S CORNER

Here is some basic information you may be interested in knowing as your kids begin or continue to participate in community and/or interscholastic sports:

• Georgia high school coaches, including community/lay coaches, must pass a rules clinic assessment specifi c to their sport; the clinic is administered by the Georgia High School Association. Middle school coaches are not required to take the rules test. Classes include Coaching Principles and First Aid.

• Courses in the rules clinic cost each person more than $300 per class.

• Coaches must complete a GBI (Georgia Bureau of Investigation) background check. This includes all coaches in all programs and schools.

• Coaches are required to meet all policies and regulations in accordance with the GHSA constitution and by-laws.

• GHSA recommends that all coaches be at least 21 years of age, but this is not a requirement.

• Coaches may not coach out of season with any community team that has one or more students from the GHSA member school at which that person coaches on that team.

For detailed information or additional clarifi cation, talk to your children’s coaches or visit www.ghsa.net. Here are some things to keep in mind if you decide to talk directly to the coach:

• Have a genuine, truthful, meaningful and respectful conversation, and please try to avoid over-criticizing. Most coaches are transparent and will address your questions and concerns honestly.

Special thanks to Brian Deitz, athletic director at Oconee County

High School; Roger Edmonds, athletic director at Cedar Shoals High

School; Jon Ward, athletic director at Clarke Central High School;

and George Wetherington, athletic director at Oglethorpe County High

School. Their assistance in preparing this article is greatly appreciated!

Other sports outside of school have coaching certifi cations processes. For example, there are two licensing groups in the U.S. for soccer: NSCAA and USSF (National Soccer Coaches

Association of America and United States Soccer Federation). Each has its own coaching certifi cations and levels, with state licenses and more advanced national licenses. State level licenses require less experience (and smaller

price tags) than national licenses.

Coaches are tested throughout the processes, both through physical and written exams. Licenses are life-long except for the highest license in the U.S., the USSF A license, which has

to be renewed yearly. The certifi cation process ranges from one to 12 days, but in the near future national license

training will last about a month.

At high levels, coaches must be certifi ed, but at the recreational level they do not require certifi cation. All coaches, however, are encouraged to attend conventions and coaching camps (available in various locations

through the country) for updating their knowledge as well as their coaching

techniques and abilities.

• If you talk with a coach and still have questions, discuss them with the athletic director or program supervisor.

• Remember that schools are using far more community coaches that ever before due to budget cuts and an inability to fi ll those spots otherwise. Coaching is hard work and entails many work hours outside of the regular work day, and community coaches need our support and appreciation.

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DANCE & PERFORMING ARTS

OCONEE YOUTH SCHOOL OF PERFORMANCEPhone: (706)769-2677Email: [email protected]: www.OconeeYouth.comAddress: 1050JamestownBlvd.

Watkinsville,GA

CANOPY STUDIOPhone: (706)254-2111Email: [email protected]: www.canopystudio.comAddress: 160-6TracySt.,Athens,GA

STUDIO DANCE ACADEMYPhone: (706)354-6454Email: [email protected]:www.thestudiodanceacademy.comAddress: LocatedbehindTraderJoe’s,

EppsBridgeShoppingCenter

RECREATION

BROAD RIVER OUTPOSTPhone: (706)795-3242Email: [email protected]: 7911WildcatBridgeRd.

Danielsville,GA

SPORTS

ATHENS BULLDOG SWIM CLUBPhone: (706)207-8249Email: [email protected]: www.athensbulldogs.comAddress: UGARamseyCenter&

AthensYWCO

ATHENS UNITED SOCCER ASSOCIATIONPhone: (706)353-2241Email: [email protected]: www.athensunited.netAddress: 2350PrinceAve.,Ste.1,Athens,GA

ATHENS UPWARD BASKETBALL - BEECH HAVEN BAPTIST CHURCHPhone: (706)548-2246Email: [email protected]: www.beechhaven.orgAddress: 2390WestBroadSt,Athens,GA

GEORGIA ELITE GYMNASTICSPhone: (706)549-0160Email: [email protected]: www.georgiaelitegymnastics.comAddress: 1235CedarShoalsDr,Athens,GA

GEORGIA JUNIORS VOLLEYBALL CLUBPhone: (678)642-1990Email: [email protected]: www.georgiajuniors.com

OCONEE GYMNASTICS CENTERPhone: (706)769-1239Email: [email protected]: www.oconeegymnastics.comAddress: 1090JamestownBlvd.,

Watkinsville,GA

OCONEE SOCCER ALLIANCEPhone: (706)614-1529Email: [email protected]: www.oconeefutbolclub.comAddress: POBox686,Watkinsville,GA

DOWNTOWN MINISTRIES SPORTSEmail: [email protected]: www.downtownministries.orgAddress: 165PulaskiSt.,Athens,GA

MARTIAL ARTS

AMERICAN BLACKBELT ACADEMYPhone: (706)549-1671Email: [email protected]: www.athensjiujitsu.comAddress: 10HuntingtonRoad#B30,Athens,

GA

BARNETT TAE KWON DO ACADEMYPhone: 706-543-9966Email: [email protected]: www.BarnettTaeKwonDoAcademy.comAddress: 2250 Barnett Shoals Rd., Athens, GA

FITNESS & TRAINING

ATHENS VERTICAL POLE DANCE ACADEMYPhone: (706)347-3708Email: [email protected]: www.avpda.comAddress: 160TraceySt,Athens,GA

BODYPLEX ( 3 LOCATIONS )Eastside: (706)548-9999 1225CedarShoalsDr,Athens,GAWestside: (706)548-3481 196AlpsRd,Athens,GAOconee: (706)310-0811 1260MarsHillRd.,Watkinsville,GAWebsite: www.BodyPlex.com

CORE BLEND TRAINING & WELLNESSPhone: (404)542-8047Website: www.coreblendtraining.comAddress: 1410GreensboroHwy.,Watkinsville,GA

DREAM TEAM TRIATHLONPhone: (706)248-4757Email: [email protected]: www.DreamTeamTriathlon.com

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

ATHENS COMMUNITY COUNCIL ON AGINGPhone: (706)549-4850Email: [email protected]: www.accaging.orgAddress: 135HoytStreet,Athens,GA

SPORTS & RECREATION FACILITIES

ATHENS-CLARKE COUNTY LEISURE SERVICESPhone: (706)613-3800Email: [email protected]: www.accleisureservices.comAddress: 205OldCommerceRd,Athens,GA

OCONEE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENTPhone: (706)769-3965Email: [email protected]: www.ocprd.comAddress: 3500AHogMountainRoad,Watkinsville,GA

CORE SOCCER INDOOR SOCCER FACILITYPhone: (706)546-1880Email: [email protected]: www.core-soccer.comAddress: 314CommerceBlvd,Athens,GA

YWCOPhone:(706)354-7880Email: [email protected]: www.ywco.orgAddress: 562 Research Drive, Athens, GA


OUTDOORS WITHOUT LIMITSPhone: (803)480-0167Email: [email protected]: www.outdoorswithoutlimits.netAddress: 333BriarwoodTrail,Winterville,GA

SPORTS & RECREATION STORES

ATHENS RUNNING COMPANYPhone: (706)850-6051Website: www.athensrun.comAddress: 367PrinceAve.Suite2,Athens,GA

BULLDOG SPORTING GOODSPhone: (706)546-0618Email: [email protected]: 1068BaxterStreet,Athens,GA

HALF MOON OUTFITTERSPhone: (706)548-7225Email: [email protected]: www.halfmoonoutfitters.comAddress: 1225S.MilledgeAve,Athens,GA

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Are you the kind of person who likes to take risks or enjoys trying new things? Perhaps you thought you were too young or too old to try something different or unusual? Maybe you thought that sport or activity wasn’t available in the Athens area? Drop the excuses and don’t despair because Athens has so much to offer no matter what your age or your interest! In this issue, we take to the air to explore three types of aerial arts that have converged to make a Athens the place for this fun amazing sport/art in the Southeast (page 24). If you prefer to keep your feet on the ground, then grab some cleats and join hundreds of fun people kicking around a ball in the YWCO Adult Soccer League (page 19).

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SOCCER ISN’T JUST FOR KIDS!

by Gary LeFeuvre, executive director of Athens MOVE

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American football may dominate our nation’s sports world, but the other

football – soccer – has gained huge popularity over the past 20+ years.

Youth soccer, especially, has ex-perienced an explosion of partici-pation by both boys and girls. My own daughter started her 16-year soccer career in 1996, when so many young girls were inspired by the U.S. Women’s gold medal win right here in our own Sanford Stadium. For her and thousands of other kids, soccer has been a great sport that combines strength, en-durance, skill, strategy and team-work. So what do you do when you grow up and can’t play for your school or youth soccer club? You join an adult soccer league and keep playing!

Here in Athens, the YWCO Adult Soccer League provides a great opportunity for anyone over 18 years of age to have a lot of fun playing some great soccer. On most Sunday afternoons between March and December, you will find hundreds of adults of all ages and abilities on the fields at the YWCO. Some are students at UGA who played as youth, while others are middle-aged soccer veterans who have played in the league for years. Some grew up play-ing soccer in their native countries far away and some are just learning how to apply their athletic ability to this new sport they have adopted. Iain Halstead, the league organizer, says, “I am amazed at how quickly people will pick up the game. In just a few years, they are better than I am and I have been playing my whole life.” No matter what their background, age, experi-ence level or walk of life, for two 25-minute



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halves, they share a common passion for a sport with a universal language.

Besides having fun and getting some great exercise, Iain points out that there is a strong social aspect for the teams. “People bring their whole families out or their friends will come to watch them play. Many bring grills and cook out after their game or between games if they play in more than one division. Some teams prefer to go out to local restaurants, many of which give discounts or even sponsor a team. It is a great place to meet people and form friend-ships. I even had two people on my team who met playing soccer with us and ended up getting married.”

For many people, Sunday afternoons are spent at the fi elds play-ing on multiple teams and watching games as they cheer on their friends and scope out their competition. They have such a great time, they don’t want to leave.

Here is how it works. Each team has up to 15 players on a roster, but they play seven players at a time (including the keeper). The goal is a standard size but the fi eld is about 2/3 the size of a regular soccer fi eld. Most of the other rules are the same except for the offside rules, but you get more information about that and other rules on the leagues website, www.YWCOadultsoccer.com. Each game has two 25-minute halves with a fi ve-minute halftime. There are paid offi cials to oversee the games and to apply the league rules which, by the way, include no swearing (it’s family friendly).

The league has four divisions to choose from:

Rec Division – Great for new or less experienced players who want to have fun and get some great exercise. Open to men or women.

Coed Division - More competitive than rec, and two of the seven players on the fi eld must be women.

Over-35 Division – Just what it says, but can still be competitive and fast-paced.

Competitive Division – Skilled players who have typically played at college or high level of soccer. It is fast-paced, physical and very competitive.

The number of teams in each division varies from eight to 10 in the Competitive Division, to 14-18 in the Rec Division, depending on

the season. The league has spring, summer and fall seasons. The spring and summer seasons play for nine weeks plus playoffs; the summer season is just six weeks and playoffs.

There are three ways to join the league:

1. Talk to others that play on a team and see if you can join them.

2. Form your own team.

3. Contact the league and they will help you fi nd a team that will be a good fi t for you.

On average, each team member will pay about $50 toward the team’s season fees and t-shirt. The only other things you will need are soccer cleats and shin guards. That’s it. The spring season starts March 24; if you are interested in join-ing the league, contact them before then to get registered at www.ywcosoccer.com/wp/divisions.

Still not sure if adult soccer is for you? Well, grab some cleats, shin guards and a bottle of water, and come out Sunday afternoon, March 24, to check it out for yourself. After you meet some of the great people in the league and see how much fun it is, you will be asking if you can jump in for a game.

Adult soccer leagues also offer a great opportunity for families to spend time together. The kids can cheer on mom and/or dad, and you’ll all be enjoying

the fresh air and family fun!

SPRING 2013 ActIvIty INfoRmAtIoNSPRING 2013 ActIvIty INfoRmAtIoN

Youth ProgramsStart Smart SoccerStart Smart BaseballRAD - Recreational Advance DevelopmentCenter of ExcellenceOconee Spirit Soccer LeagueYouth Recreation Soccer LeaguesIntramural High School Soccer LeagueYouth VolleyballStick for Kids Golf Program

Special EventsTable Tennis TournamentTouch a TruckEaster Egg HuntPitch, Hit & Run ContestMay Day Madness VI - Disc Golf TournamentMovie in the ParkOconee July 4th Spectacular

After School ProgramsThe R.E.C. (K - 5)Teen Extreme (6 - 8 grade)All Day Camps

Additional ActivitiesAdult Softball LeagueYogaHerman C. Michael DISC Golf Course - “The HERM”OVP Bark ParkWalking TrailsPicnic SheltersIndoor Track and GymnasiumFitness CenterSenior StretchTennis for Life






Youth ProgramsStart Smart SoccerStart Smart BaseballRAD - RecreationalAdvance DevelopmentCenter of ExcellenceOconee Spirit Soccer LeagueYouth Recreation Soccer LeaguesIntramural High SchoolSoccer LeagueYouth VolleyballStick for Kids Golf ProgramSpecial EventsTable Tennis TournamentTouch a TruckEaster Egg HuntPitch, Hit & Run ContestMay Day Madness VI - DiscGolf TournamentMovie in the ParkOconee July 4th SpectacularAfter School ProgramsThe R.E.C. (K - 5)Teen Extreme (6 - 8 grade)All Day CampsAdditional ActivitiesAdult Softball LeagueHerman C. Michael DISC GolfCourse - “The HERM”Indoor Track and GymnasiumOVP Bark ParkWalking TrailsPicnic SheltersYogaFitness CenterSenior StretchTennis for Life







BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS TO OUTDOOR

RECREATIONin collaboration with Kirk Thomas, founder/CEO of Outdoors Without Limits (OWL)

There is one place that does not discriminate, regardless of what challenges a person might have. It is

available to everyone … all the time. It’s ‘the great outdoors,’ and Outdoors Without Limits (OWL) is a unique organization that empowers people to “reach their potential in a setting that breaks down barriers and removes stereotypes through our love of the great outdoors!” Community-based chapters are available all across North America, and this broad reach enables OWL to speak on behalf of all people with disabilities who enjoy the out-of-doors.


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OWL wants to EDUCATE people with disabilities about activities in the outdoors and offer them the OPPORTUNITY to participate. Each OWL community-based chapter works hard to:

• Recruit members, participants, volunteers and partners

• Recruit event opportunities

• Promote family involvement and chapter awareness

• Promote disability awareness and educational opportunities

• Promote partnering between indi-viduals with disabilities and those with typical abilities

States Kirk Thomas, founder/CEO of OWL, “Our national chapter is the Athens chapter. We host a national board of director Awareness Benefi t at the Oconee County Civic Center each year in August, and we usually have anywhere from 325 to 400 people attend each year. Besides the Athens chapter, we have chapters in Walton/Morgan, Gwinnett, Commerce, Covington, Lawrenceville, Conyers, Clarksville, and Buckhead, with more nearby chapters pending.”

OWL organizes a variety of programs and events every year, all geared to providing outdoor activities for persons of all ages who have disabilities. And every OWL participant is paired with a guide/volunteer for every activity:

• American Heroes – works specifi cally with veterans

• Opportunities For All – provides an outreach program for kids or women

• Disabled Outdoorsman – works with persons with age-related disabilities

• Kids Without Limits – teaches children with disabilities about the wonderful world of the outdoors, and encourages them to be positive members of their communities by instilling values, respect, understanding and loyalty

• Camo Kids – offers year-round activities like hunting, fi shing, camping and hiking, all available to participants and their families

• Senior Outdoorsman Program – provides activities and events specifi cally designed for seniors

“We don’t yet host an event or benefi t specifi c to Athens, but we would certainly like to,” says Thomas. “We host national ‘ultimate adventure deer hunts’ and ‘ultimate adventure fi shing events’ in other states, plus the ‘ultimate adventures’

that are close to Athens.” OWL has also partnered with the city of Comer to host the Northeast GA Ultimate Adventure Deer Hunt every year. In 2012, OWL hosted upwards of 120 hunters with disabilities at this event. Participants and their families came from several states.

If you know someone with a disability who might like to connect with OWL, or if you or your family members would like to volunteer with OWL, contact Kirk Thomas at 803-480-0167 (cell) or 706-788-9878 (offi ce) or by visiting www.outdoorswithoutlimits.net

Photos provided by Outdoors Without Limits (OWL)

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LOOK! UP IN THE AIR! IT’S … YOU?!

by Lindsey Ebert, editorial intern with Athens MOVE


RECREATION ZONE FIND YOUR MOVE

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a performer in the circus? Maybe you always dreamed of how it would feel to ‘fl y’ on the trapeze, or have wanted to test your strength and agility using only a pole.

Well, you’re in luck. Athens provides the unique opportunity to try different aerial arts, including trapeze and vertical pole dance. “I really would venture to say that Athens has become sort of a hub for this kind of stuff,” said Melissa Roberts, director of Can-opy Studio. There are studios in Atlanta that offer similar fi tness and learning opportunities as Canopy and Athens Vertical Pole Dance Academy, but the next closest fl ying trapeze rig is located in Florida. For all these opportunities to be available in one town is quite rare. Leap Trapeze gives a chance to learn basic to ad-vanced moves using the fl ying trapeze. The two-hour introductory

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course is available for the whole family at an outdoor trapeze rig. During the course, step-by-step instruction is provided on how to execute basic moves on the trapeze, from hanging upside-down to a back flip dismount. By the end of the class, you are already attempting a ‘catch.’

“It’s something you can do,” said Kara Dyckman, instructor at Leap Trapeze. “Generally, people feel like they can’t for whatever reason, thinking ‘I wasn’t born into a circus family’ or ‘I don’t have any gymnastics background,’ but that doesn’t actually matter.”

In the beginning stages of learning this aerial art, little to no upper body strength is required. Successful execution is more dependent on good timing and closely following instruction. However, for those who wish to advance in flying trapeze, more strength is required. This strength can be built up through practice and conditioning.

Scared of heights? Not a problem Leap Trapeze provides a safe learning environment with highly trained instructors. While flying, you wear a safety harness at all times. And yes, there is a net!

The introductory course costs $40 and reservations can be made online. Class size is normally around 10 people, sometimes with flyers of varying skill level. In the two-hour course, you get approximately seven turns on the trapeze including two ‘catches.’

If you would rather remain closer to the ground, vertical pole dance may be the aerial art for you. Athens Vertical Pole Dance Academy is a dance studio that incorporates poles and choreography into a fitness classes. While pole dancing has some stigma associated, dance instructor Julie Denton wants people to realize that

it can also be an aerial art. Pole dance classes allow you to build strength as well as balance and flexibility. According to Denton, pole dance is a full body workout, from arms to legs to abs. “It’s an art form,” says Denton. “There is a lot of choreography that goes into it. You need to be strong and fit to do what we do. If you don’t come to us that way then we will make you that way.”

Although pole dance does require some strength, anyone can try it. Beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes are offered to cater to different skill levels. “Your mind is your only limitation,” states Denton. “If you think, ‘I can’t do that,’ then that’s your limitation. But otherwise, anybody can try pole. We aren’t superheroes or anything. We just worked hard.”

Class sizes are relatively small, ranging from about six to eight participants. This allows for more time per person to individually practice moves and techniques on the pole. In advanced classes, class size is smaller because more spotting is required. The one-hour course costs $20 and is open to everyone, including males. In fact, according to Denton, the class is gaining popularity among men. For men participants, some instruction is slightly altered to accommodate how men progress differently.

Canopy Studio is a community arts center that teaches movement arts to people of all ages and skill level. Courses available cover a range of different aerial arts including trapeze, aerial fabrics and aerial yoga. They also offer classes to build your core strength.

Canopy currently offers 44 classes a week to accommodate the large number of

people interested in this rapidly growing fitness trend. Skill level varies depending on class, from beginner to professional performance artists. “For a beginner, we start everything pretty low and work progressively so that people feel safe and comfortable,” said Melissa Roberts, director of Canopy Studio. Roberts has more than 30 years of movement training and teaches trapeze, aerial fabric and lyra to students of all ages.

To progress in trapeze, you need strength. According to Roberts, as you start taking classes, you begin an upper body transition and start strengthening your core. If you’re not already athletic, it’s okay because you will gain this strength over time. “You just have to have a little faith in yourself, as cheesy as that sounds,” said Roberts.

Registration for classes is done through email and payment varies by class. Private lessons are also available for those who want more one-on-one instruction. The recommended clothing for trapeze is athletic wear that is tight fitting but doesn’t hinder movement.

Whether you want to try out aerial arts just once or you want to master it as a new skill, all it takes is a little courage and sense of adventure to get started. Just don’t be surprised when the thrill of this fitness trend keeps you coming back for more.

Find out more about aerial art by visiting www.canopystudio.com and www.leaptrapeze.com. This is an increasingly popular option for fun and fitness, and we are fortunate to have locations right here in Athens where we can get started with this unique and enjoyable exercise!

Aerial arts can be for everyone. For one- to three-year-ato five–year-olds can begin basic training on the trapeze. Trapeze isn’t just for kids, though. According to Melissa Roberts of Canopy Studio, classes have

participants up to 75 years of age!

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• www.eatright.org: The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics website provides nutrition tips from the nation’s leading experts. The “Find a Registered Dietitian (R.D.)” function can help locate an R.D. in your area to help you design a safe and effective diet plan.

HEALTHY WEIGHT LOSSFOR OLDER ADULTS

by Rachelle Acitelli, M.S.; Alison Berg, M.S., R.D., L.D.; Ellen Evans, Ph.D.; Mary Ann Johnson, Ph.D., all from University of Georgia

The new year inspires resolutions, and for many, weight loss tops

the list. Deciding to lose weight is easy. Deciding how to lose weight can seem daunting, particularly for older adults. Older people face increased risks when losing weight, such as muscle and bone loss and medication problems. Thus, choosing a weight loss plan should be done so with caution and ALWAYS un-der the direction of your doctor when an older adult. Nonetheless, the benefi ts of weight loss can be abundant in older age: more energy, less joint pain, reduced risk for cardiovascular disease and diabetes, and possibly less medication to control chronic conditions. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) 2010 encourage all Americans, including older adults, to strive to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight. However, with advertisements for diets with meal replacement shakes to home-delivered meals to exclusively raw foods, picking a diet plan can be harder than picking a retirement community!

Don’t let slim celebrities sway you! Health and nutrition experts continuously agree that balance is best! DGA 2010 recom-mends that adults consume a variety of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy and lean meats and fi sh within their calorie needs. Researchers at the Univer-sity of Georgia in the Departments of Kine-siology (exercise) and Foods and Nutrition are recruiting older women to determine whether eating more protein-rich foods or eating more carbohydrate-rich foods dur-ing weight loss benefi ts muscle and feel-ings of energy.

Here are some websites with information to share with your doctor when you discuss achieving a healthy weight in 2013:

• www.choosemyplate.gov: The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) website has tips on “Building a Healthy Plate,” recipes and a meal/calorie tracker.


Non-smoking 65- to 80-year-old females are needed for a seven-month study examining the effects of a diet and exercise intervention on weight loss and feelings of fatigue. The intervention will be performed by the Department of Kinesiology at the University of Georgia. Participants may be asked to incorporate one serving of beef into their daily diet. They may also be asked

to participate in three days of exercise training weekly at the University of Georgia.

Participants can earn up to $100 with successful completion of the study. Due to the nature of this study, we cannot accept individuals with dietary restrictions that do not allow for the consumption of beef and individuals with a history of weight loss

surgery or those currently using weight loss medications. If you are interested in participating, please contact Rachelle from the Body Composition and Metabolism Lab at [email protected]. The Principal Investigator is Ellen M. Evans, Ph.D. ([email protected]). The exercise program, dietary counseling and all tests are FREE to participants.

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FEBRUARY - APRIL

Check out our online calendar at athensmove.com and see more events, details, costs, maps and much, much more.

Have an event? Add yours to our calendar FREE and you can include links and photos, and share it with social media. Email us at [email protected]

FEBRUARY 9

3RD ANNUAL FAITH RUN FOR FUN 1 MILE, 5K AND 10.3K

1:00 PM @ Oconee Veterans Parkwww.classicraceservices.com

28TH ANNUAL SPARTAN 5K AND SPARTAN SPRINT

9:00 AM @ Athens Academywww.athensacademy.org

FEBRUARY 15 - 17

ATHENS WINTER CLASSIC JR TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIP

Athens Country Clubwww.AthensCountryClub.com

FEBRUARY 16

14TH ANNUAL ST. JOE'S JOG 5K AND 1 MILE FUN RUN

8:30 AM @ St. Joseph's Catholic Schoolhttp://www.classicraceservices.com

TASTE 10K 20138 AM @ Downtown Athens

http://www.tasteofathens.com

FEBRUARY 17

15TH ANNUAL FROG HOP 5K AND 1 MILE RUN

2 PM @ Sandy Creek Nature Centerwww.classicraceservices.com

FEBRUARY 23

7TH ANNUAL HABITAT HUSTLE 5K1 PM @ Gainesville State College -

Oconee Campuswww.classicraceservices.com

10TH ANNUAL BARROW BOOGIE 5K AND FUN RUN

8:30 AM @ Clarke Central High Schoolwww.classicraceservices.com

MARCH 2

27TH ANNUAL RUN 4 RED 5K AND 10.1K

1 PM @ Sandy Creek Parkhttp://eastgeorgia.redcross.org

5K/10K/1 MILE CHICK-FIL-A CONNECT RACE SERIES: WINDER

8 AM @ Chick-fi l-A 850 Loganville Hwywww.connectrace.net

MARCH 9

TABLE TENNIS TOURNAMENT2 PM @ Oconee Veterans Park Gym

www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd

3RD ANNUAL MARCH FOR MEALS 5K

9 AM @ Athens Community Council on Aging

www.classicraceservices.com

5K/1 MILE CHICK-FIL-A CONNECT RACE SERIES: COMMERCE8 AM @ Downtown Commerce

www.connectrace.net

AGEC STROLLIN' FOR THE COLON 5K RUN/WALK AND 8K ROLLIN'

FOR THE COLON BIKE RIDE11 AM @ AGEC,

3320 Old Jefferson Rd, Athenswww.classicraceservices.com

4TH ANNUAL DIRTY SPOKES DUATHLON AT

FORT YARGO STATE PARK8:30 AM @ Fort Yargo State Park, Winder

www.dirtyspokes.com/fort-yargo-state-park-duathlon

MARCH 16

6TH ANNUAL UGA DAWG TROT 5K AND FUN RUN

7:30 AM @ Stegeman Coliseumwww.classicraceservices.com

23RD ANNUAL OCMS BRAVE RUN 5K AND 1 MILE RUN

11:30 AM @ Oconee County Middle School

www.classicraceservices.com

MARCH 23

POWER RUN FOR A CANCER FREE WORLD 5K

2 PM @ Sandy Creek Parkwww.classicraceservices.com

MARCH 23

2ND ANNUAL FIREFLY TRAIL TICKET TO RIDE

9 AM @ Jittery Joe's Roaster, Athens

MARCH 24

9TH ANNUAL RUN FOR THE ROSES

12 PM @ Sandy Creek Parkwww.classicraceservices.com

APRIL 6

5TH ANNUAL TERRAPIN BEER 5K PLUS ONE MORE MILE

4 PM @ Terrapin Beer, 265 Newton Bridge Rd. Athens

www.onemoremile.net

APRIL 13

1ST ANNUAL DIRTY SPOKES DUATHLON AT HERITAGE PARK

7 AM @ Heritage Park, Watkinsvillewww.dirtyspokes.com/heritage-park-duathlon

APRIL 26-27

TERRAPIN TWILIGHT CRITERIUMDowntown Athens

www.athenstwilight.com

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CALENDAR

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Playing sports and participating in recreational activities are important for kids in so many ways. Not only will these help them stay healthy and fi t, but they also develops life skills and characteristics that will benefi t our youth for the rest of their lives (see page 8). So how do we motivate them to continue playing even when they would rather quit, sit down and play video games, or even do nothing at all? That’s the challenge we tackle we in our Family Zone Feature (page 29).

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KEEPING KIDS MOVING:

IT’S A “DO AS I DO”

OPPORTUNITYby Marjie Foster, national editorial director for Global MOVE Media

The old adage “Do as I say, not as I do.” is a sketchy education method in general, but in the world of teaching and encouraging life-long fi tness in your children, it is

completely ineffective. After all, who do your children look up to as their fi rst role models? You.

So when you’re thinking and talking about how to keep your kids motivated to stay active, eat healthfully and incorporate exercise into their entire lives, remember this: One of the best – if not THE best – ways to instill a lifetime of good nutrition and fi tness habits is to show your children the way.

CONTINUED

FAMILY ZONEFEATURE

Special thanks to Dr. Kip Matthews of AK Counseling &

Consulting, Inc. for his editorial contributions to this article.

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KIDS’ VIEWS

Match the quote with the famous person who said it.

1. E. Thomas Edison 2. C. Willie Mays 3. A. Michael Jordan 4. B. John Wooden 5. D. Andre Agassi

A. Michael JordanB. John WoodenC. Willie MaysD. Andre AgassiE. Thomas Edison

1. Everything comes to him who hustles while he waits.2. It isn’t hard to be good from time to time in

sports. What is tough is being good every day.3. I’ve always believed that if you put in the

work, the results will come. I don’t do things halfheartedly, because I know if I do, then I can expect halfhearted results.

4. If you’re not making mistakes, then you’re not doing anything. I’m positive that a doer makes mistakes.

5. Nothing can substitute for just plain hard work.

Showing them the way, though, doesn’t have to mean crawling through the slide tube at the playground or turning cart-wheels in the back yard (although the kids would love seeing you do those things!). What it means is serving as a daily exam-ple of how to eat healthfully, to make some kind of activity part of your daily routine, and to enjoy playing with your friends (and your children).


Here are some specifi c ideas for you:

• Continue the process of learning new sports and activities.Maybe you’re a pretty good tennis player, and you play several times a week. That is a GREAT activity … keep it up! But your kids may also view this as something you’re ‘com-fortable’ with, so shake things up a bit and try something new once in a while. Let your children see you learn-ing – even struggling, maybe – a new sport. It will serve as encouragement

to them when they are learning the basics of a sport, too … they will know that part of the fun of playing is simply learning and getting better at it!

• Have fun!All of us – especially children – want to do things that we enjoy. Some-times we focus too much on The W – the win. Try to keep a balanced perspective, because with many chil-dren when the competitive nature of the sport overshadows the enjoyment they’re getting out of it, they will stop altogether.

• Help “sports” be associated with “friends.”Instead of focusing on verbiage like “you have to go to practice” or “work hard at your game,” try to remember to say things like “you get to go play baseball with your friends today” and “learn lots because the more you know the more fun it is.” Work out car pools so your kids can interact with other children on their teams or in their leagues. If you need to go shop-ping for uniform or equipment items, team up with another parent and child so it’s an outing and not a chore.


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• When coaching, make sure the kids

stay involved … all the time.

How many times have you watched

your kids during practice and no-

ticed that half (or more) of the team

members are standing around while

the others are working on a specifi c

skill? This happens a lot in organized

sports, but it doesn’t have to. In our

house, every one of us is or has been

a coach, and we know that one of the

absolute must-do’s during practice is

keep the kids moving. Have drills on

different fundamentals ready to go so

all the children stay engaged. This not

only keeps them from getting bored,

but it encourages continual activity.

In the long run, the children will have

more fun, which means they will be

more likely to stick with it over the

long haul.

• Stay involved with your children’s

activities.

We know it’s tempting to use prac-

tice time to run errands or get some

private time for yourself. But your

involvement – whether it’s volunteer-

ing to coach, serving as team parent,

being a practice offi cial or just walking

up and down the fi eld or court during

practice – tells your children that you

care about what they’re doing and

that being involved is important and

fun to you. Oh, and if you really are

walking up and down the sideline,

you’re getting some activity, too!

These tips can be applied to every age

group, every sport. Whatever level your

child is playing, from peewee football all

the way through high school varsity … and

beyond … they will appreciate knowing

that you are supporting them, involved with

them, and enjoying being active with them.

And for more tips about motivating kids to start

and keep moving, visit www.kidshealth.org.


REASON TO CELEBRATE!by Lindsey Ebert, editorial intern for Athens MOVE


FAMILY ZONE SCHOOL MOVES

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For 10 years in a row, Athens Academy has been named the State Physical Fitness Champion, which is selected by the President’s

Council on Physical Fitness, Sports and Nutrition.

The physical education department of Athens Academy strives to fulfill the school’s mission of seeking excellence with honor. Bob Chambers, the headmaster, recognizes the importance of examin-ing the best available research then applying it to the Academy. Studies show that as fitness scores increase, scores in the class-room also go up. This is why fitness, strength and agility are so important to Athens Academy.

The President’s Council on Fitness, Sports and Nutrition aims to increase information about physical activity, sports, and good nutri-tion as well as “to empower Americans of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities to adopt a healthy lifestyle through regular physical activity, participation in sports, and healthy eating.”

Pro and Olympic athletes, including New Orleans Saints quarter-back Drew Brees and Olympic gymnast Dominique Dawes, make up the council, as well as doctors, fitness professionals and healthy living experts.

Last year, 225 Athens Academy students received Presidential rec-ognition and 161 students earned National recognition. To receive the Presidential Physical Fitness Award, students must score at or above the 85th percentile in five activities, including curl-ups, shut-tle run, endurance run/walk, pull-ups and sit and reach. To receive the National Physical Fitness Award, students must score above the 50th percentile.

What makes Athens Academy such a fitness success? According to Don Chuboff, Athens Academy Physical Education Department Head, PE instructors do not simply “roll out the ball.” Instead, fit-ness skills are taught in sequence, which stresses the fundamen-tals. Chuboff says that this teaching style is important and an ex-pectation of the program.

Other important factors to the fitness program include small class sizes and an emphasis on gaining skills and strength. One-third of each PE class is devoted to building strength and agility. This has also allowed Athens Academy to be named a “National Demonstra-tion Center,” which means it is a model school for promoting health among students through physical fitness.

Students participate in a wide variety of fun fitness activities, includ-ing a modified version of Harry Potter’s favorite sport, Quidditch, as well as a Dance Dance Revolution station. Middle school students also run a timed mile eight times a year. According to Chuboff, the timed mile is “a matter of pride to these kids now.”

Athens Academy students recognize the importance of staying ac-tive and involved outside of PE. About 70% of students are involved in athletics outside of school as well.

Athens Academy students really know what it means to get mov-ing. With the help and support of faculty, staff, parents and the com-munity, they have become one of the most physically fit schools in the state!

For more information about the President’s Council on Physical Fitness, Sports and Nutrition, visit www.fitness.gov, and to learn more about the President’s Physical Fitness Award, check out www.presidentschallenge.org.

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ACC Leisure Services Summer Camps

THE MOST DIVERSE SELECTION IN NE GEORGIA!

Visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/camps for complete listings or call 706-613-3800

Registration begins in March

ACC Leisure Services

ACC Leisure Services Department Summer Day

CampsACC Leisure Services has weekly day camps through-out the department. Programs include a variety of ac-tivities, such as arts and crafts, fi eld trips, music, swim-ming, team sports, trail hikes, swimming, trail hikes, and more. Visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/camps for registration dates and camp listings.

DATE: . . . . . . . . . . . Most camps meet Monday-Friday: June 3-July 26 from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

PHONE: Varies by camp location; call (706) 613-3800 or visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/camps for gen-eral information

WEB: . . . . . . . . . www.athensclarkecounty.com/camps

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 12

COST: . . . . . . . . www.athensclarkecounty.com/campsScholarships available

ACC Leisure Services Department’s Sports Camps

ACC Leisure Services offers a variety of weekly sports camps. The selection includes gymnastics, skateboarding, tennis, and even triathlons. Visit www.athensclarkecounty.com/camps for registration dates and camp listings.

DATE: . . Varies – visit athensclarkecounty.com/camps

PHONE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (706) 615-3589

WEB: . . . . . . . . . www.athensclarkecounty.com/camps

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 12

COST: . . . . . . . . www.athensclarkecounty.com/camps

Scholarships available

FIND EVEN MORE CAMPS AND ADDITIONAL DETAILS AT

athensmove.com/camps


Active Climbing Summer CampSummer is getting close, so don't forget to sign up for Active Climbing Day Camps! Camp sessions available for June, July and August!

Our Summer Camps will be split up by ages. Our facil-ity is divided in two separate rooms, one for younger children and one for older children. They will interact at some point in the day, but most of the time will be spent with their own age group.

Each session is a fi ve-day program. Children will learn many things related to rock climbing and nature. They will also learn how to plan and approach an outdoor trip, how to pack and how to set a tent. In addition, there will be games and crafts if time permits, but main-ly they will discover the safety and beauty of rock climb-ing. Children must bring their own lunch.

DATE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June - August

PHONE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (706) 354-0038

WEB: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.activeclimbing.com

EMAIL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 and up

COST: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $175 per session(one week)

Athens Academy Summer Camps and Summer Programs

Athens Academy offers athletic, academic and tech-nology programs for rising 1st thru 12th grades as well as a Summer Day Camp for ages 4 years to rising 5th graders. Our camps are available to all students in our community. Be sure to look online at www.athensmove.com/camps for details regarding all our camps.

DATE: . . . . . . . . Camps run weekly beginning in June

PHONE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (706) 549-9225

WEB: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.athensacademy.org

EMAIL: . . . . . . . . . [email protected] or [email protected]

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 years thru 12th grades

COST: . . . . . . . . . Contact Margaret Wellborn for more information at [email protected]

Barnett Tae Kwon Do AcademyActivities reading, word of the day, sparring, forms, group games, board games, free time w/ hand held ac-tivities. Snacks * lunch not provided * Campers report 7:30 - 4:00 pm Monday -Friday

DATES: . May 22-24, May 28-31, June 10-28, July 8-19*Closed Memorial Day*

PHONE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (706) 543-9966

EMAIL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12

COST: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $115 weekly

Find even more camps and additional details at athensmove.com/camps

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Canopy's Trapeze and Movement Camp

Canopy Summer Camp is a movement and arts pro-gram for children entering Kindergarten through High School. As an aerial dance studio we focus on Trapeze and other circus arts. Each week campers will have the opportunity to learn trapeze, hoop dance, art, and stilt walking. There are specific weeks for older kids and students with lots of experience. During these weeks campers will have the opportunity to work on different types of aerial equipment, increase their flexibility and strength train. Our instructors have been trained by NECCA and all have multiple years of teaching experi-ence in aerial arts and dance. As a Partner in Educa-tion with CCSD we are dedicated to giving children the opportunity to experience new types of movement and discover their individual strengths and creativity.

PHONE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (706) 549-8501

WEB: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.canopystudio.com

EMAIL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 16 yrs.

COST: . . .$175per/wk, $130 per/wk for multiple weeks

Highland Walk Golf Course Junior Camps

Highland Walk Golf Course at Victoria Bryant State Park Summer Junior Golf Camps for ages 6 to 16. Camp In-cludes: welcome gift, driving range fees, green fees, instruction fees, 9-hole tournament, BBQ lunch and awards presentation. Equipment is provided if needed. All-day camp includes daily on-course play with HW Staff. The camp is run by Camp Director Karl Gross, PGA Professional with 25 years of experience. Voted 2011 Georgia PGA Junior Golf Leader of the Year, US Kids Golf Top 50 Instructor 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 For more info visit our camp listing online at www.AthensMove.com

DATE: . . . . .Camp #1 June 3-7, Camp #2 June 10-14

PHONE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (706) 245-6770 golf shop (706) 557-3027 office

WEB: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .www.georgiagolf.com

EMAIL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-16 yrs.

COST: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1/2 day camp: 9-12 pm $130per junior/$100 sibling

All day camp: 9-3pm $220per junior/$180 sibling

Nike Tennis Camp at University of Georgia

The University of Georgia Nike Tennis Camp is for girls and boys ages 9-17 of all skill levels. Camp sessions are designated for Boys Only and Girls Only. We offer Overnight (ages 12-17 only), Extended Day (9:00am-8:30pm), and Day (9:00am-4:00pm) camp options. (Overnight Campers must be 12 years old by Septem-ber 1st, 2013.)

This year we have 3 sessions for GIRLS directed by Jeff Wallace and 4 sessions for BOYS directed by Manuel Diaz. In addition to the All Skills program, Diaz's final session offers a Tournament Training program geared towards tournament level and ranked players looking to improve their tournament results, learn winning strat-egies, and work on mental toughness.

JEFF WALLACE 2013 SESSIONS (GIRLS ONLY):June 2-6 June 9-13 July 7-11

MANUEL DIAZ 2013 SESSIONS (BOYS ONLY):June 16-20 June 23-27 July 14-18 July 21-25

(+ Tournament Training)

OVERNIGHT (AGES 12-17 ONLY): . . . . . . . . . $795.00

DAY 9:00AM - 4:00PM: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $495.00

EXTENDED DAY 9:00AM-8:30PM: . . . . . . . . . $595.00

PHONE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-800-645-3226

WEB: . . . . . . . . . . .www.USSportsCamps.com/tennis

EMAIL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 18 yrs.

Summer Day Camp & Teen Extreme Camp

Do you have activities arranged for your children this summer? A FANTASTIC season of activities is current-ly being planned. We offer opportunities in field trips, swimming, sports, crafts, games, nature walks, and much more! Join the FUN! Weekly sessions will begin Tuesday, May 28 and continue through Friday, August 2.

Summer Day Camp: Camp held at Herman C. Michael Park. The day begins at 7:30 a.m. and concludes at 6 p.m.

Teen Extreme Camp: Camp held at Oconee Veterans Park. The day begins at 7:30 a.m. and concludes at 6 p.m.

Registration Information: Sign-ups conducted 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. at Herman C. Michael Park beginning Monday, April 15 on a first come first served basis until all spaces are filled.

Fee: $100 per session. First week’s payment is due in full at the time of registration. A $30 per child, per ses-sion, non-refundable deposit is due at registration to reserve any weekly session.

DATE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June - August

PHONE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (706) 769-3966

WEB: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd

EMAIL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kindergarten - 8th Grade

COST: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100 per week, per child

Summer Camps at A&F Golf Driving Range and Lane Creek

Golf ClubLearn to drive longer, hit more accurately and sink the putts that will take your game to the next level. We have two great opportunities for you to further those golf skills with JR camps set up at A&F Driving Range; a great way to learn about golf. Or take it to the course (some golf skills required prior to this camp); juniors will be on-course each day.

Camp I .........June 3, 4, 5 ......... 10 - 12:00 .............. $65

Camp II ........June 17, 18, 19 ... 10 - 12:00 .............. $65

Camp III .......July 8, 9, 10 ......... 10 - 12:00 .............. $65

Camp IV.......July 15, 16, 17 ..... 10 - 12:00 .............. $65

Camp V .......July 22, 23, 24 ..... 10 - 12:00 .............. $65

Camp VI.......July 29, 30, 31 ..... 10 - 12:00 .............. $65

*For boys and girls ages 6-13, beginners to advanced, camps take place at A&F Golf. Call Clay 706-614-1927 to sign up

Lane Creek Golf Camps:

#1 ...........June 10, 11, 12, 13 ........5:30 - 7:30 ........ $85

#2 ...........June 24, 25, 26, 27 ........5:30 - 7:30 ........ $85

#3 ..........July 15, 16, 17, 18..........5:30 - 7:30 ........ $85

*Lane Creek camps are for golfers with at least some experience as they will be on course each day. Call Clay 706-614-1927 to sign up.

DATE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June - August

PHONE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (706) 614-1927

WEB: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.athensareajuniorgolf.com

EMAIL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13

COST: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $150 per session

YWCO Summer Day CampEnjoy daily swimming, music, skits, games, arts and crafts, plus weekly field trips at the YWCO Day Camp. Held at the YWCO Ann Florence Activity Center, 562 Research Drive in Athens. Camp is weekly, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with free extended care until 6 p.m. All counselors are college age and go through extensive training prior to the be-ginning of camp. Come for just one week or stay all summer long! For more info visit our camp listing online at www.AthensMove.com

DATE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Begins May 28-31

PHONE: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (706) 354-7880

WEB: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . www.ywco.org

EMAIL: . . . . . . . . . . . . . [email protected]

AGES: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . rising K - rising 6th graders

COST: . . . . . . . . . $110 per week, Discount for siblings

Find even more camps and additional details

atathensmove.com/camps

Want to see your Summer Camp Here? Email us at [email protected] for more information

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PET SOCIALIZATION IS ABOUT MORE THAN JUST “SIT” AND “STAY”

by Sarah Freeman, director of communications, UGA Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Getting a new puppy or kitten can be an ex-citing time for any family, but what comes after welcoming your pet into your home?

Socializing and training your new pet are important steps for any new owner, and there are several factors to consider when beginning training for a new friend.

Age: According to the veterinarians in the Behavior service at the University of Geor-gia Veterinary Teaching Hospital, the ideal age for training is when puppies or kittens are between seven and 16 weeks old. “It’s kind of like teaching children manners,” ex-plains Dr. Sharon Crowell-Davis, professor of veterinary behavior at the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM). “Ideally, you will start with a semi-blank slate. If your pet has bad habits, modifying their behavior is possible. However, it is better to start so-cializing them, and teaching them that the world is generally safe, at a young age.”

Consistency Counts: One of the most im-portant lessons of any training is consisten-cy. “If you allow your dog on the furniture all the time, that is fi ne, but what confuses a pet is if you occasionally let your dog on the furniture,” Crowell-Davis says. “Your dog can’t tell when you want to allow him on the furniture and when you don’t.”

Creating the Bond: One of the primary goals of training your pet is establishing that important bond between the pet and its owner. “The most important part of training is educating the owner how to ef-fectively communicate with his or her pet,”

says Dr. Leticia Dantas Divers, a resident working in the Behavior service at the UGA CVM. “If your pet doesn’t obey you, it is probably because he or she doesn’t un-derstand what you want. Creating that fun-damental bond is one of the reasons we do not recommend sending your dog to a training camp for someone else to train. You should be the one to train your dog.”

Find a Trainer who Teaches Exclu-sively with Positive Reinforcement: It is

important to train your pets using positive encouragement rather than punishment. “Studies have shown that encouraging pets when they are right is so much more effective than punishing them when they are wrong,” comments Dantas Divers. “Just as with children, pets will do what it takes to get positive attention.” Dantas Divers warns about using trainers who use cor-rection techniques, shock collars or choke collars where owners jerk on the dog’s neck or use other types of punishment. “That will teach the dog that the world is a scary place and promote aggression, which can be detrimental,” she says.

Set Your Dog or Kitten Up for Success: “Think about what you are asking of your pet and create realistic expectations,” states Lynsey Jackson, a veterinary assistant in the Behavior service and lead instructor of the Puppy Socialization classes taught at the UGA Community Practice Clinic.

Training Goals: The goals of training pup-pies or kittens should be whatever the owner wants, according to Crowell-Davis. Trainers should tailor their instruction to what owners expect, as long as the expec-tations are reasonable and appropriate. The focus should be on having a happy dog or kitten, and a relaxed owner.

Don’t Forget Your Kitten: Most of the same principles used in teaching puppies (age, creating the bond, using consisten-cy, etc.) apply for kittens as well. Teaching your kitten what your expectations are is equally important.

On-going Training: The adage “You can’t train an old dog new tricks,” is absolutely not true, according to Dr. Crowell-Davis. “Behavior can be modifi ed, but it is easi-est to teach your pet when it is young,” Crowell-Davis says. “However, teaching a dog begins the day it is born and continues until the day it dies,” she says.


Includes instruction of basic commands such as “sit,” “come” and “drop it,” as well as overview of house training, crate training, preventing noise phobias, fear of the veterinarian and separation anxiety

Behavior classes for older dogs are offered based on demand. Please call the CPC at the number above for details. And watch for Kitten Socialization Classes coming soon.

FAMILY ZONE PAWS TO PLAY

Creating a bond with your puppy, establishing consistent expectations and using only positive

reinforcement are a few keys to successful training.

For puppies from 7- to 16-weeks-old4-week class

Tuesday evenings from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.Call 706.542.1984 to register

Puppy Socialization ClassesOffered at the UGA

Community Practice Clinic (CPC)

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GOT MILK?IF SO, WHAT KIND?

Nowadays, many people are choosing a milk alternative (not cow’s milk) for several different reasons. Some prefer to avoid dairy because they are following a vegan diet. Others have an intolerance of or are allergy to lactose. Still oth-ers just don’t care for the taste of cow’s milk and are seeking something with similar calcium and protein benefi ts but with a taste they enjoy more. For those seeking something other than cow’s milk, there are more choices today than ever be-fore. Fortunately, they are also widely available.

1. Almond Milk – ground almonds and water with a bit of salt and sugar for fl avor. Compared to cow’s milk, almond milk is lower in calories and fat, has more calcium and vitamins E and B12. It is much lower in protein, though, so be sure you’re making up for that in other ways.

2. Coconut Milk – coconut, water and guar gum, plus cane sugar. You’ll defi nitely taste the coconut, and this is a sweet and creamy choice. It is not as high in vitamin D or B12, has very little added calcium and only one gram of protein per eight ounces, but its fat content is about the same as whole cow’s milk.

3. Goat's Milk – not lactose-free, although it is lower in lactose than cow’s milk. Goat’s milk is sweet and creamy, higher in fat, saturated fat, calories and protein than cow’s milk. In fact, nu-tritionally it is very close to whole cow’s milk.

4. Hazelnut Milk – roasted hazelnuts and fi ltered water. Like almond milk, hazelnut milk has much less protein than cow’s milk, but it is often forti-fi ed with calcium and vitamin D.

5. Hemp Milk – soaked and ground hemp seeds blended with water. This milk has a nutty fl avor and a defi nite texture, but has fewer calories and is lower in fat than cow’s milk. Look for fortifi ed hemp milk to be sure it has calcium, vitamin D, magnesium and more. But note that it is lower in protein than cow’s milk and some alternatives.

6. Oat Milk – cooked oats, water, salt and sweet-ening. A relative newcomer to the non-cow’s-milk scene, oat milk is a bit sweet and has more carbs and sugar than most of the other non-cow’s-milk option, but it also has more protein.

7. Rice Milk – brown rice, water, oil, sweetening and salt. Rice milk is close to cow’s milk in terms of nutritional value, and is lower in fat than some of the others listed here. It is a source of carbs and sugar and, because it is thin/watery, is not as good for cooking.

8. Soy Milk – soaked and ground soybeans. Soy milk provides all of the essential amino acids your body needs, with much less fat and fewer calories than cow's milk. Soy milk also contains antioxidants and drinking soy milk has been linked to a healthy heart, cholesterol reduction, and increased immunity.

As with all nutrition issues – especially when they may affect the nutritional needs of children – we recommend that you consult your physician be-fore making signifi cant changes. And remem-ber, as with all foods you give your family, they will be most likely to incorporate them into their diet if they enjoy the fl avor. Experimenting with these new fl avors will help you and your family decide which alternatives – if any – might be wel-come in your own pantry and fridge.

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FAMILY ZONENUTRITION TIPS

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STAY HEALTHY THISWINTER AND INTO SPRING


FAMILY ZONE FAMILY TIPS

Compared to our Northern U.S. neighbors, we enjoy a pretty mild winter here in the Athens area. But we still have our fair share of cool and even cold weather. And when it comes to nutrition and fi tness, we need to look at things a little different-ly during these winter months.

Winter weight gain can be a problem, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some facts and tips

for avoiding those extra pounds:

• Average adult winter weight gain is one to fi ve pounds, accompanied by increases in body fat percentage and body mass. In fact, the

amount of weight gained just during the holidays contributes to about half of annual adult weight gain.

• Most of us burn fewer calories during the colder months, partly because we eat differently (and more) this time of year but also because we decrease our

physical activity level.

• We do not receive as much sunlight during winter. Sunlight produces Vitamin D, and D is needed for developing strong bones and adding nutritional value to our diets.

So … how can you and your family make healthy nutrition choices during the wintertime? First and foremost, lead by example. Then:

• Make fresh, healthy food the norm and keep junk foods to a minimum.

• Put healthy snacks right out on the counter for easy grabbing.

• Eat dinner together, and make it a healthy one.

• Got soup? Use broth-based more than cream-based to keep it healthier.

• Drink plenty of water with your meals, and encourage it between meal-time, too.

• Look for fun recipes you can create together using winter produce like bananas, grapefruits, kale, lemons, mushrooms, onions and leeks, oranges, pears, potatoes, rutabagas, sweet potatoes and winter squash.

And … keep moving, even if you have to stay indoors once in a while!

• Put on music and dance!

• Use canned foods and water bottles as weights for those living room weight-lifting sessions.

• Try kickboxing, swimming, racquetball, spinning and other inside activities.

• Play games like Twister, hokey-pokey, duck-duck-goose, nerf basketball or other games that are fun (and

age-appropriate).

Make some fun and food with your family and before you know it, Spring will be here again!

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1. Valeria has fewer baseball cards than Lindsay.

2. Bryce has fewer baseball cards than the baseball star.

3. Either the bowling star or the curling star is Lindsay.

4. The curling star subscribed to Time.

5. Valeria is not the curling star and doesn't have 36 baseball cards.

6. The collector who has 60 baseball cards is Lindsay.

7. The baseball star didn't subscribe to US Weekly and is not Piper.

8. Of the hockey star and Lindsay, one has 18 baseball cards and the other subscribed to Newsweek.

Logic PuzzlesPresented by Puzzle Baron

Puzzle ID: S105YHFor hints, solutions and more puzzles, go towww.Printable-Puzzles.com!

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PUZZLE-OGICALLogic puzzles (also known as "logic grid puzzles") require the solver to deduce the relation-ships between different people, places and things based on a limited number of clues given in the puzzle. Remember: every item on the board belongs to one and only one person, no item will ever be shared. Using only the clues provided and simple deductive logic and rea-soning, fi ll in the grid with X's and O's to determine the solution.

FAMILY ZONEBRAIN WAVES

1. Valeria has fewer baseball cards than Lindsay.

2. Bryce has fewer baseball cards than the baseball star.

3. Either the bowling star or the curling star is Lindsay.

4. The curling star subscribed to Time.

5. Valeria is not the curling star and doesn't have 36 baseball cards.

6. The collector who has 60 baseball cards is Lindsay.

7. The baseball star didn't subscribe to US Weekly and is not Piper.

8. Of the hockey star and Lindsay, one has 18 baseball cards and

the other subscribed to Newsweek.

Athens MOVE

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Sports, recreation and fi tness are not only good for people, they can also be really benefi cial for business and organizations. Playing a round of golf is a fun way to stay active, but playing in a golf FUNdraiser tournament does all that plus it helps raise money for an organization or cause (page 41). Employers like healthy, happy and productive employees, so local companies like Merial provide on-site fi tness classes, healthy eating seminars and incentives to help their employees improve their health and stay fi t (page 44).

LIFE ZONE

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THESE FUNDRAISERS

WILL SUIT YOU TO A TEE!


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LIFE ZONEFEATURE

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You can’t open a newspaper or look on Facebook without seeing a

golf fundraiser advertised … and there are several reasons for that.

First, people of all ages enjoy a good game of golf, and if they can

raise money for a worthwhile cause at the same time, it’s even more fun!

Second, golfers are used to paying a little bit to play their game, no mat-

ter where or when they head to the links. Most courses have greens fees,

even for club members, so the entrance fee for a golf fundraiser doesn’t

usually add to their regular budget. Finally, it’s just plain fun to put a

foursome together for a golf outing, so raising money at the same time

becomes a team effort, which adds to the enjoyment.

Organizing a successful golf tournament is complex in itself. Add the element of rais-ing funds for charity, and it becomes a pro-duction of even greater proportions. Often, charity golf tournaments cater to all ages, where your usual weekend tourney may be geared to a specifi c gender or age group or competition level. Thus, a successful implementation of such a tournament usu-ally requires extensive use of volunteers as well as very capable administration.

If you’re reading this and are not a golfer, take heart. Your help as a volunteer is


In Athens, one of the biggest annual charity golf tournaments is the St. Mary’s Annual Golf Tourna-ment. This year, the event will be Monday, May 13, at the Athens Country Club. For information or to sign up a team, visit www.stmarysathens.org/about-us/foundation/events as the date nears. Crysty Odom,

director of St. Mary’s Foundation, says, “The success of this event is due to the won-derful work of our Hospice, Palliative Care and Alzheimer's/dementia staff. Each year, the foundation uses funds from our golf tournament to give back to the patients at St. Mary’s Hospice House, residents of our Center for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care, and those receiving Palliative Care services at the hospital.”


Why Golf?

Mark Twain once called golf “a good walk spoiled,” which very accurately describes the love/hate relationship many of us – golfers and non-golfers

alike – feel about the sport. But for novices and experts alike,

golfi ng can be a wonderful, life-long sport that improves balance,

posture and strength. Golfers should maintain a year-round

program to stay fi t for the game; stretching, cardio exercises, agility/mobility conditioning

and strength training are recommended for both good

health and good golfi ng.

priceless. (We at Athens MOVE would like to encourage you to try golfi ng at some point. After all, striding along the course, swinging the clubs, breathing the fresh air … those are all good for you!) You do not need to know how to golf to help:

• make phone calls to help publicize the event

• organize paperwork

• deliver snacks and water

• distribute equipment

• manage the cash box

The list of volunteer opportunities is prob-ably endless!

And whether you are a beginner golfer with a high handicap or a very capable player with a plus handicap, there are places for you in many, many fundraiser tournaments. And if you are such a beginner that you didn’t understand that sentence, there’s a place for you, too! (Trust me … I had to look up that ‘handicap’ info on Wikipedia because I am not a golfer, either!)

How do you fi nd golf tournaments that also raise money for charitable organizations?

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1. The fi rst golf balls were made of:a. Woodb. Stonec. Leather stuffed with feathers

2. The youngest golfer to shoot a hole-in-one was:

a. 5 years old b. 2 years old c. 12 years old

3. At one time, golf became more popular than archery in this country, which outlawed the sport so its citizens would go back to playing with their bows and arrows in order to practice defending their nation:

a. England b. Germany c. Scotland

4. This pro golfer was superstitious, and always played with three tees and three pennies in his pocket:

a. Lee Trevino b. Jack Nicklausc. Arnold Palmer

5. Lang Man, a resident of the Southeast U.S., once balanced seven golf balls, one atop another, for a world record. He hails from this state:

a. Georgia b. North Carolinac. South Carolina

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(Answers: 1.c., 2.a., 3.c., 4.b., 5.b.)

That is easy! Check out the Calendar in every issue of Athens MOVE to fi nd golf fundraisers – this month it’s on page 27, or simply search “golf fundraisers Athens GA” in your favorite web browser.

If you are considering sponsoring a golf tournament to benefi t a nonprofi t orga-nization you support, a great resource is www.golfregistrations.com. Area golf

courses and country clubs are also great resources for information and, of course, for venues.

Just keep in mind that organizing, imple-menting and sometimes even participating in a charity golf tournament can be tiring and time-consuming, but the end result will be personally rewarding and fi nancially profi table for a very deserving cause.


HEALTHYEMPLOYEES

= HEALTHY

COMPANIESby Marjie Foster, national editorial director for Global MOVE Media

In the past decade, employers are increasingly acknowledging the correlation between physical and

mental health and productivity in the workplace. In fact, employer-support-ed wellness centers have become the norm for businesses that truly want to keep their employees happy and healthy, both personally and profes-sionally. Right here in Athens, a great example of an employer-sponsored wellness program is found at Merial (the animal health division of Sanofi ), which provides a comprehensive range of products to enhance the health, well-being and performance of a wide range of animals. Merial employs approximately 5,600 people worldwide, more than 400 of them in the Athens area.


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•Talkwithmanagersabouthavingshortermeetingsstandingup.(Merialevenhasacoupleofemployeeswhohavemotor-izeddesksthatcanbeelevatedtostand-ingheight!)

•The bottom line for beginning a com-pany wellness program is usually, andunderstandably, related to the bottomline. Businessesdon’talwayshavethecapital to invest in an expensive pro-gram, so consider how your companymightbeginaprogramonashoestringbudget.CanyourHRdepartmentnego-tiate discounted memberships at localrecreationorhospitalfitnesscenters?Isthereaspaceon-sitethatmightbecon-verted to a wellness center? How canhealthy, nutritious choices be encour-agedamongtheworkforce:newsletters,notesincludedwithpaystubs,etc.

•Becreativeandbesuretoconsideryourcompany’sneedsandresourcesaswellashowawellnessprogrammightbenefitemployees.

The Merial wellness program is locallydriven. The company does have corpo-rateinitiatives,andinpastyearsithashadan online incentive system in which em-ployees could participate, but the Athensprogramisrunby,designedbyandusedby people right here. Merial’s wellnesscoordinators, Emma Jones and AmandaWilson, are volunteers who organize theprogram,whichincludesprovidingon-siteclasses, a quarterly newsletter, breakfastspecials in thecafé,on-sitemassageandLunch-n-Learn programs. During 2012,Merialoffered fourclasses(oneperquar-ter):circuittraining,yoga,Zumbaandtaichi.Thisyear,thelineupincludestwonewclasses:PilatesandBootCamp.Thesitefeaturesawellnessroomthatcanbeusedforillness,relaxationorprivacy,aswellasafitnessroomwithfreeweights,bands,aTV,andaDVDcollectionofvariousworkouts.

Merialemployeeshavemanyincentivesforgettingandstayinghealthy.Firstandfore-most,ofcourse,isbeinghappyandhealthyasahumanbeing.Thattranslatestobetterrelationshipswithfamilyandfriendsaswellasco-workers! Thecorporationhasalsoofferedgiftcardstovariousstoresorsiteswherestaffcanobtainmerchandiseorser-vicesbyaccumulatingpoints forwellnessactivities.

Attheon-sitecafé,Merialemployeesenjoybreakfastspecialslikeagritscasserolewithgreenchilesandcheese,eggscooked inbellpepperrings,yogurtparfaitwithfreshfruit and more, all thanks to the wellnessprogram’s focus on making good nutri-tion available at the office. Likewise, theLunch-n-Learnprogramsfeaturespeakersfrom theAthensareawhoareexpertsontopicssuchasosteoporosis,vitaminsandsupplements,headaches, theChooseMyPlateplan,sleepingwellandotherhealth-related issues.

Merialandothercompaniesmustbeawareof barriers to employee participation intheirwellnessprograms.Somestafffinditdifficulttocometoclassesafterworkwhileothershavelunchtimeconflicts;thus,find-ingclasstimesthatwork foramajorityofemployeescanbeachallenge.ForMerial,finding times thatmeet theneedsof staffwho work extra hours in labs and otherworksettingscancreatesomeschedulingdifficultiesaswell.

Ifyouareconsideringparticipatinginyourcompany’s wellness program – or if youwould like to be part of initiating one atyourworkplace,JonesandWilsonsuggestafewthingstokeepinmind:

•Managersshouldbeconsultedtodeter-minewhatschedulemightworkbestfortheir departments. Employees in onedepartmentmayhavemoreflexibleworkschedules and can use their lunchtimetoexercise,while thatmaycausehard-shiptootherdepartments.

• Ithelpstohaveresearchaboutyourowncompany.Forinstance,howisthecom-pany dealing with current reports thatsittingdown for longperiodsof time (aworkday)isextremelyunhealthy?Lookfortips(Merialofferssometotheirownemployeesviatheirintranet,newsletters,etc.) for reducing sitting time, such astaking a teleconference while standingorevenwalkingthecampus.

•Considerhowthesitewhereyourcom-panyislocatedmightofferwalkingpathsorevenanexercisecircuit.

•Consider how to encourage frequentbreaks for standing up, stretching, orwalkingdown thehallandback. Evensimple activities such as these providehealthyalternatives to longstretchesofsitting down.

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A Wall Street Journal article asserts that

“For a small company, the payoff [of a wellness

program] can be big: Many employers report that

healthier employees show up to work more often, are more

productive, and visit the doctor less frequently.”

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1. Archery is the national sport of which Southeast Asia nation?

2. In the legend, how did Robin Hood win an archery contest?

3. About how long have people been using bows and arrows?

4. When did archery fi rst become an Olympic sport?

5. What is engraved on every competitive archer’s arrow?

1. Kingdom of Bhutan 2. Split an arrow (this achievement is still called “a Robin Hood”) 3. About

25,000 years 4. 1900 5. His or her initials

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A FITNESS BULLSEYEFOR THIS ATHENS ATHLETE!


The word ‘archer’ usually conjures mental images of

William Tell shooting an apple off someone’s head at 100 paces, or Robin Hood with his green woodsman’s hat. Most of us would probably not envision an 83-year-old neighbor who is in tip-top shape and competes at a national level in the sport of archery. But that is exactly who Calvin Ward of Danielsville is. He is also a full-time Methodist minister of more than 60 years, a father and a grandfather, and a good friend to many here in Northeast Georgia.

Calvin began shooting back in the 1980s with his son, who gave him his fi rst bow. He tried deer hunting, but found that he was too noisy and anxious (and he didn’t really care for venison), so he turned to ar-chery competition. Since then, he has shot in the Georgia Senior Games and Golden Olympics for a decade. He has placed as high as 18th in the nation, and one of his “greatest joys” is competing and winning against men that are younger than he is, a testament to his competitive spirit. For those of you who already know a bit about archery, Calvin uses a 52# compound bow with 50% let off, carbon arrows and no fi n-ger guard (just fi nger release).

To stay in shape, in addition to running fi ve times a week, Calvin does weight training and he has specifi c exercises for his back to keep it fi t for using the bow with good

technique and shooting accuracy. He has run the Peachtree Road Race for 20 years as well and, since he lives in the country, he has a target practice range right on his property.

“Archery,” says Calvin, “Is a mental disci-pline as well as a physical one. Archers must use correct breathing techniques, know the rules, practice diligently and take personal responsibility for their own safety as well as the safety of others.” He is pass-ing along his love and knowledge of the sport by mentoring a fi fth grader right now. He wants young people to know that there are youth archery competitions available through the Georgia Games, at the Y, and even in some schools.

“Archery is a great sport to learn as a youngster, and can be a lifelong endeav-or,” says Calvin. He is proof of that!


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by Lindsey Ebert, editorial intern for Athens MOVE

As one of the top basketball players in the state of Georgia, Carlos Strong had a long list of accomplishments as the power forward on Cedar Shoals High School’s basketball team. In 1992, Strong was selected to the McDonald’s All-American Team and earned the title of McDonald’s All-American Slam Dunk Champion. Strong played in multiple all-star games, including Georgia North vs. South, Georgia vs. Tennessee, and a KFC-sponsored all-star

game. As a senior, he was named by Bob Givens as one of the top fi ve senior prospects in the nation.

Strong went on to play for the University of Georgia, and as a freshman he turned heads right away. Strong made the All-SEC Freshman Associated Press Third Team as well as the Junior Olympic Team. Throughout his college basketball career, Strong started every game. He topped charts, becoming eighth on the UGA all-time rebound list and twelfth on the all-time scoring list. As a senior, this hometown hero even made an NCAA Sweet 16 appearance.

His success propelled him into the NBA, where he played for the Charlotte Hornets and Dallas Mavs. Strong also played for the

European, South American, Continental Basketball, American Basketball, and United States Basketball Leagues.

After his career as a professional athlete, Strong founded “Strong Basketball Consulting.” Under the instruction of Strong himself, aspiring basketball players gain new skills as well as the necessary confi dence to succeed in the sport.

Strong’s personal athletic success as well as his continued involvement in the community makes him a worthy inductee to the Athens Athletic Hall of Fame.

Athens Athletic Hall of Fame: Carlos Strong

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