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New Saturday Classes:
We will be offering classes every Saturday for those weekend warriors and Specialty classes from one to four times per month. Please check the current schedule for the latest Specialty Class or Seasonal Adventure. Bring a mat or large towel, water and an energy snack.


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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2008
Crown Valley Community Park 29831 Crown Valley, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
This is where all those butt burning, grueling workouts can make someone’s life better. By registering and participating in this race, you will be donating to help Cameron receive the BEST rehabilitation possible.
100% of the registration fee will be deposited directly in Cameron’s fund. The reason some spinal cord injuries recover and some do not is purely financial. Let’s decide as a community to invest in Cameron’s healing and recovery. We NEED everyone to register for the race, participate in the events after the race and bid in the silent auction. This is a community effort where one person does make a difference! Invite everyone you know!

On April 22, 2008, Cameron suffered a fractured C-7 and displaced C-1 injury to his spine while playing as a defender for Aliso Niguel High School Wolverine Lacrosse. He is now recovering from a serous spinal cord injury.
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SPRING FIT CHALLENGE WINNERS!
Edie Housley lost a total of 16 pounds and dropped her cholesterol by drastic amounts. John Ulrich lost 10.06 pounds of fat, increased lean tissue by 1.9 pounds and decreased body fat by 4%. Our Participation winner is Amanda Jerome, who enjoyed 15 classes!
Congratulations to all for making the most of your outdoor fitness experience!
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Class Etiquette
If you are unable to take a class you typically visit and enjoy; please contact the instructor and let him/her know you will NOT be attending. Your thoughtfulness will help us know how to plan. Thank you!
- Hiking, Body Sculpting & Cardio-Kayaking: Elaine (949) 366-1010
- Boot Camp: Joe (949) 606-6212
- Nordic Walking: Sabrina (714) 273-1818
- Self Defense: Laurie (949) 514-1513
- Pilates & Yoga: Jane P (949) 230-4924
- Trail Running & Upper Body Strength: Cathy (714) 608-1615
- Yoga: Jane Z (949) 235-4359
Just a reminder
If you are NOT prepared on a hike, you put other members in jeopardy. Please bring at least six of the ten essentials of hiking:
- Water
- Extra clothing
- First aid kit
- Food
- Sun protection
- Lighter/matches
- Map
- Compass
- Insect repellant
- Water purifier
Nordic Walking information
Nordic walking is an excellent way to burn the calories (up to 44% more calories than walking) without the impact of running.
Nordic Walking uses specifically designed poles to engage the upper body during fitness walking. Nordic Walking was first used as a summer training method by cross-country skiers. It was then developed into a fitness exercise with specific training equipment in co-operation with the Finnish sports equipment manufacturer Exel Oyj, researchers in sports medicine, and other fitness professionals. Nordic Walking was first launched in Finland in 1997. It has rapidly increased in popularity and today Nordic Walking is well-known fitness sports.
Exel is the original Nordic Walking brand. With more than 20 years of experience in the manufacturing and development of carbon composite poles, Exel is a leading producer of high-end products for pole market segments. Exel’s Nordic Walking concept incorporates innovative products, parts and accessories. In addition, Exel has created educational programming for training techniques, instruction, and warm-up and stretching exercises.
In Nordic Walking
Heart rate is 5-17 beats per minute higher (for example in normal walking heart rate is 130 beats/minute and in Nordic Walking 147 beats per minute i.e. increase is 13%)
- Energy consumption increases when using poles by an average of 20% compared with ordinary walking without poles
- Up to a 46% increase in energy consumption (Cooper Institute research, Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sports 2002 publication)
- Releases pain and muscle tension in the neck/shoulder region
- The lateral mobility of the neck and spine increases significantly
- The muscles most actively involved are the forearm extensor and flexor muscles, the rear part of the shoulder muscles, the large pectoral muscles and the broad back muscles
- Does not aggravate joints and knees
- Reduces the load on knees and other joints
- Consumes approximately 400 calories per hour (compared with 280 calories per hour for normal walking)
- Poles are a safety factor on slippery surfaces.
Nordic Walking should be practiced for relatively long periods, i.e. between half an hour and two hours at a time. The pace should be steady and the heart rate should rise to between 120 and 150 beats per minute.