ACTIVATE SOUTH CAROLINA
HEALTHY LIVING NEWSLETTER
August 25, 2008
Congratulations!  You are 8 months into your new & improved lifestyle!! Many of you are seeing the positive changes that being active can incorporate.  Keep up the hard work. Each week, you will receive a short wellness newsletter to help encourage your healthy lifestyle. 

 
STARS & STRIPES CHALLENGE   
A new addition to the USA Cycling Professional Championships weekend and the Palmetto Peloton Project, the Stars and Stripes Challenge is a 5K (Certified course)race/ 1 mile fun run through the CU-ICAR campus. Race participants will cross the same finish line that the professional riders cross as they complete the USA Cycling Professional Championships time trial course. After the Stars and Stripes Challenge, event participants are invited to watch the best cyclists in the United States compete for the Stars and Stripes Time Trial Jersey.
For more information or to register click here:   
http://www.usacyclingchampionships.com/stars-and-stripes-challenge.html

BI-LO Family Fun Ride
Join fellow Activate participants August 31st for the BI-LO Family Fun Ride. This FREE, non-competitive one mile fun ride will take your through scenic Falls Park. The BI - LO Family Ride is slated to run from 10am - noon and is open to all. Children who ride will receive a goodie bag.
*Note: All Riders - Please bring bicycles & helmets.* 
Questions: Email  mmcculley@ymcagreenville.org 

Menu of the Week: Turkey & Red Pepper Wraps with Lemon Asparugus Soup

This meal is a snap to prepare with leftover cooked turkey or chicken breast. It makes a delicious and light lunch when paired with a cup of Creamy Lemon Asparagus Soup
http://www.activatesouthcarolina.org/files/31%20Turkey%20and%20Red%20Pepper%20Wraps%20with%20Lemon%20Asparagus%20Soup.pdf

How Can I Make Healthier Restaurant Choices?
Use this guide to find the most nutritious foods when you dine out: http://www.activatesouthcarolina.org/files/How%20Can%20I%20Make%20Healthier%20Restuarant%20Choices.pdf

 

Monthly Weigh-In
**Don’t forget the next weigh-in will take place Friday, September  19th.

We want to hear from you!
Do you have a question for our wellness professionals?  Would you like to share a healthy tip with others?  Contact us by clicking on the Contact Us button found on the Activate Website.

NEW WEEKLY BLOGS - Visit our Greenville News health blog at: http://greenvilleonline.com/healthandwellness

Steps to a Healthier You! http://www.mypyramid.gov/