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Monday Evening Ride - June 15,2009

Tuesday 16 June 2009 at 3:00 pm

It was a great night for riding! We had two seperate groups leave the Park at the same time. One group was aimed at doing a more casual pace and shorter distance. That group,led by Tony D,found some great roads within and surrounding Mendon Ponds Park. We found our way back to the Beach Parking Lot and the refreshments. Several members felt that they would like to continue and log in a few more miles. So we bid the others a "good night" and continued the ride out into the Town of Rush.

The second group was led by Dwight. By the stories told they also had a great 22 mile ride! When this ride returned to the Beach Parking Lot the first group was completing their extended ride. And so, the "fish" kept getting bigger as the stories were swapped. All in all,a good time was had by everyone.

If you are a member but have not participated in the Monday night rides,please give it some consideration as we are prepared to do rides as short as around the parking lot for anyone who is just getting started. But more importantly,if you are a member of any standing,would you please send an email to me at: tdigaet799@aol.com   so that we may get a more comprehensive member email list for better communication. Thank you-Tony DiGaetano

Nordic Walking Program Begins

Monday 15 June 2009 at 1:33 pm

NEW FEATURE FOR THE WELLNESS PROGRAM

WHAT: Nordic Walking (All fitness levels accommodated)

WHEN: Every Wednesday morning at 9:30 A.M. Beginning July 1st

 WHERE: Northampton Park - Ski Lodge Parking lot - Hubble Street,Spencerport

WHO: Marilyn Colby, Prof. Emeritus, SUNY Brockport

 INFORMATION: Email mcolby@sunybrockport.edu  - put "Nordic walk" in your subject line  or Dick Rizzo 637-9248 or email rrizzo@frontiernet.net

 Marilyn will provide poles or you may bring your own XC poles. The walks will be at least 1 hour in length. The group may stratify by ability and fitness but no one will be left to walk alone.

This program is offered in cooperation with Walk! Bike! Brockport.

Nordic walking: Nordic walking evolved from “dry land” training techniques of Nordic skiers. Athletes would use the poles to mimic Nordic skiing arm motions while striding, running or walking. In the 90’s, fitness enthusiasts and health clubs in Canada and the U.S. discovered the benefits of walking with poles. While Nordic walking remains the most popular term to describe the activity, several names and descriptions have evolved as the activity continues to grow. The common thread of most of the variations is the use of specifically designed walking poles for the purpose of increasing the exercise benefits of walking and/or to reduce lower body stress while walking. No matter what you call it, or where it originated Nordic Walking is an excellent choice to improve one's fitness level and quality of life. - Dick Rizzo

WNYWP Elects Tony D President

Saturday 18 April 2009 at 8:41 pm

Tony DiGaetano was elected President of Western New York Wellness, Inc., at the Annual Meeting of the Board of Directors on April 8th.  Tony has been an active participant of the WNYWP programs since joining the group.  In addition to the spin and outdoor riding programs, he served on the RFYL organizing committee last year and has been a member of the Board of Directors for the past year.  Tony succeeds Bettie Burtch as president.  Also elected to the Board of Directors is Dick Rizzo, one of the original members of the wellness program and an active participant and member of the RFYL organizing committee.  Other members of the Board include Chris Williams, Vice President/Treasurer;  Bettie Burtch, Secretary; Board members Dwight Roth, Ross Lanzafame and Todd Scheske.

2009 Outdoor Riding Season Begins May 4

Saturday 18 April 2009 at 8:23 pm

    With the spring weather upon us - finally - we are looking forward to returning to our outdoor cycling program.  The 6th season of outdoor riding for cancer survivors and their supporters will begin

Monday, May 4, 2009

6pm

Mendon Ponds Park

(Beach Area Parking Lot)

Bring your bike, helmet and water bottle.  (You may want to bring layers of clothing depending on the weather!)  We have groups for all levels of fitness - no one is ever left behind!  And once again this year we are pleased to have the elite cycling team sponsored by JW Dundee as our ride escorts.  We look forward to seeing you there!

(In case of inclement weather, check here for cancellation info or call 585.672.1015 for a recorded message.)







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Welcome to the Western New York Wellness Program Website

This site is dedicated to the promotion of physical activities for cancer survivors. Physical activity can improve the quality of life in survivors. Regular physical activity can reduce the chance of cancer recurring. Whether you were previously active or not, becoming physically active after a cancer diagnosis can help you rebuild confidence in your body and demonstrate there are no limits to your fitness levels.

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