Celebration

Today, Friday June 5th at 5:00pm is the Fit Club Celebration. Come and see who won the weight loss portion of our campaign and win raffle prizes. Also, Ken Coleman from NBC's Biggest Loser will be speaking about maintaining the good habits we are developing.

5:00pm at Paccinni's

FINAL WEIGH INS!

Reminder- Tomorrow, May 28th, from 3-5pm we will be having the final weigh in's in the lobby of the Stott Center. If you can't make it tomorrow, don't worry! Friday from 12-2 will be your last chance to show off all the weight you have lost.. so don't miss out! Good luck!

Recipe of the Week

Southwestern Burger
It's official: Barbecue season has begun—and so have bikini and beach time. No need to worry: We've got all the grilling without any of the guilt. So get Memorial Day cookin' with this tasty burger that won't pack on unwanted pounds. Or fire up the flame with this shame-free fare.
Serves 4
Ingredients
Vegetable cooking oil
1 pound ground sirloin
1/2 red bell pepper, cored, seeded and grated
1 egg white
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
1/2 cup fresh corn kernels
1 cup diced tomato
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
4 whole-wheat burger buns
Preparation
Coat grill with cooking spray; heat on high. Mix sirloin, bell pepper, egg white, 1/2 teaspoon salt and hot sauce in a bowl. Form into four 4-inch patties. Set aside. Cook corn with 1 tablespoon water in microwave 30 seconds; mix with tomato, cilantro, juice and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in another bowl. Grill burgers 12 minutes, turning halfway through, until no longer red in the center. Place on buns and top with salsa. Serve with Grilled Tricolor Peppers.


The skinny
444 calories per burger
19 g fat (7.1 g saturated)
37.5 g carbs
4.6 g fiber
31 g protein

Fat-Fighting Dinner!

Greek Quinoa and Avocados
Makes: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa, 1 cup water, 2 Roma (plum) tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped, 1/2 cup shredded fresh spinach, 1/3 cup finely chopped red onion, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, Spinach leaves, 2 avocados, pitted, peeled, and sliced, 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
Directions: 1. Bring quinoa and water to a boil in a small saucepan. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed. 2. In a medium bowl, stir together quinoa, tomatoes, spinach, and onion. 3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, oil, and salt. Mix with quinoa. 4. Place spinach on plates with avocado slices and quinoa. Sprinkle with feta.

Nutrition facts per serving: 332 calories, 7g protein, 27g carbohydrate, 24g fat (5g saturated), 8g fiber

LAST CHANCE!!!

This is your last chance to attend a fitness workshop! This thursday, May 21st, I will be teaching a workshop on circuit training. When working out it is very beneficial to increase your heart rate in short burst because you can burn more calories by doing so, which is what circuit training is all about! If you are interested we would love to see you on the roof of the Stott Center at 11am this thursday to join the fun!

Fit Move of the Week

Target all your trouble zones
With this move, created by trainer Shannon Fable, you can work your upper and lower body in one simple step. Fable suggests using a bar to integrate balance and coordination, which makes the workout more effective.
Aim high: How to do it-
Lie faceup with knees bent, feet flat, hips lifted as high as possible. Grip center of bar with right hand and straighten arm in line with shoulder, keeping left hand at side. With hips raised, bend right elbow out to side to bring bar to chest. Straighten arm for one rep. Do 12 reps. Switch sides; repeat.

Eating For Two

When you're trying to develop healthier eating habits on your own, you can run into lots of roadblocks: Good food can be expensive, a pain to prep alone, and uninspiring to make for just yourself. (And man, can it be boring.) One solution? Find a better-eating buddy who'll join you for shopping sessions, meal prep, and recipe swaps!

Nutrition!!

Don't forget~ Tomorrow Veronica is having a guest speaker at her Nutrition Brown Bag at 11am! We would love for you all to join us to learn more about weight loss maintenance, which can sometimes be the hardest part about weight loss. Once you lose the weight, what should you do to keep the weight off? Come to the workshop to find out!

Great Ab Workout!

Pretzel curl: How to do it
Lie faceup with knees bent, shins parallel to ground, arms at sides. Straighten left leg and bring right knee in as you curl shoulders up and reach forward to clasp hands, palms facing out, behind right thigh. Keeping shoulders off ground, pulse upper body forward for 12 reps, never allowing hands to touch thigh. Release hands and switch legs so you clasp behind left thigh. Do 12 reps

Nutrition Brown Bags

Lose, gain, lose, gain, lose, gain. Ever notice how much easier it is to gain weight than it is to lose it? And once you lose weight, do you have a hard time keeping it off? This tuesday, May 12th, Veronica will be talking about weight loss maintenance at her nutritional brown bag, something you shouldn't miss! It all begins at 11am- see you all there!

Fitness

tomorrow at 1115 there will be a fitness workshop on the roof of the stott center... dont miss out!! we will be going over how to do workouts that engage multiple muscle groups simultaneously. see you there!

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

Mexican Tuna Tostados
These spicy snacks taste even better than nachos, plus the avocado and tuna add a hefty 10 grams of heart-healthy fat. So trade in your standard fare and celebrate with some springtime sangria, too!
Serves 8
Ingredients
8 corn tortillas (6 inches each)
3 tablespoons canola oil
4 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped chipotle pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon tequilla
1/2 teaspoon adobo sauce
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 pound sushi-grade tuna, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 avocado, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
3 scallions (green part only), thinly sliced
3 tablespoons hulled pumpkin seed
Preparation
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Cut 2 rounds from each tortilla with a 3-inch cookie cutter. Brush both sides of tortillas with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt. Place rounds in 1 layer on cookie sheets; bake until crisp and edges are golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oven. Whisk chipotle, remaining 2 tablespoons oil, lime juice, tequila, adobo sauce, cumin, sugar and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Place tuna, avocado, 2/3 of scallions and 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds in another bowl. Pour dressing over top and gently stir to coat, trying not to break up avocado. Spoon tuna mixture onto tortilla rounds. Top with remaining 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds and 1/3 of scallions.


The skinny
248 calories per 2 servings
14.6 g fat (1.8 g saturated)
13 g carbs
2.9 g fiber
16 g protein

The Final Stretch

Hey Fit Clubbers! If you haven't noticed yet.. It's May! That means we are in the home stretch of the competition. We have about 4 weeks until the final weigh ins, so I hope you are all working your hardest and eating healthy. Also, if you haven't been.. every day at 12 there are fit and fierce walks, every tuesday at 11 there is a nutrition workshop and every thursday at 11 there is a fitness workshop, all things you should come try before it's too late! Best of luck to you in the final weeks!

Fitness

Hey Fit Clubbers! Don't forget- tomorrow at 11am there will be a fitness workshop on the roof of the stott center. See you all there!

Mango Chicken

April 27, 2009

The skinny
385 calories per serving
9.6 g fat (1.4 g saturated)
44 g carbs
6.5 g fiber
31 g protein

Avocado-Mango Chicken
The flavors of Latin culture and the tastes of a spicy city (Miami!) inspired this dish, which takes boring baked chicken to an entirely different—and definitely delicious—level.
Serves 4
Ingredients
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons adobo sauce (from canned chipotle chiles)
2 limes
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (4 oz each)
1 large mango, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons sea salt
4 white-corn tortillas
Preparation
Mix Worcestershire, soy and adobo sauces with juice from 1 of the limes in a bowl. Place chicken in a sealable plastic bag and pour in marinade. Refrigerate 30 minutes. Heat oven to 350 degrees. Combine mango, avocado, cilantro, onion, salt and juice from remaining lime in a bowl, then refrigerate. Transfer chicken and marinade to a baking dish and cook until tender and no longer pink, approximately 20 minutes. Remove chicken from oven, place each breast on a plate and top with 1/4 of salsa. Serve with 1 tortilla each

French fries, hamburgers and bacon!

On Tuesday, April 28th, Veronica will be discussing processed foods at her nutrition brown bag. We often eat processed foods because they are fast and cheap, but don't think about all the bad things we are putting into our bodies. Processed foods generally contain more sodium than is recommended per day, but that is just one of the many reasons why we should avoid eating them.

SALT: Three-quarters of the sodium in our diets isn't from the saltshaker. It's hidden in processed foods, such as canned vegetables and soups, condiments like soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce, fast-food burgers (and fries, of course), and cured or preserved meats like bacon, ham, and deli turkey.

What happens when you eat more salt than your body needs? Your body retains fluid simply to dilute the extra sodium in your bloodstream. This raises blood volume, forcing your heart to work harder; at the same time, it makes veins and arteries constrict. The combination raises blood pressure.

Fitness Workshops

come join us for a fun filled fitness workshop! at 11am tomorrow, thursday, we will be meeting on the roof of the stott center to talk about and demonstrate how to use resistance bands. resistance bands can be very beneficial to your workout, and challenge your muscles in new ways! see you all there!

Recess Wednesdays

If you're tired of your workout routine, try switching things up by coming to play kickball in the park on wednesday! Kickoff will be at 4, and we will be playing in the open field behind the science buildings- don't miss out on the fun!

ROCK CLIMBING!!

Don't forget- today at 3:30 there will be a rock climbing tutorial at the rock wall in the stott center. If you are interested in learning more about rock climbing, don't miss this great opportunity! See you all there!

Rock Climbing

Interested in learning how to rock climb? This monday, April 20th, at 3:30pm there will be a tutorial at the rock wall in the Stott center. All Fit Club participants are welcome and encouraged to come! Rock Climbing is a great work out and loads of fun, so don't miss out!

Get Fit Move of the Week

One move to help you work towards a strong back!

Ankle reach: How to do it
Lie facedown with legs straight, arms at sides, elbows bent and palms in line with ears. Lift chest as you bend left leg, reaching arms toward heel, palms in. Return to start. Repeat on opposite side for one rep. Do 12 reps. Rest 10 seconds. Repeat.

Racquetball

Today from 4pm - 6pm the racquetball courts in the gym have been reserved for Fit Club. Feel free to come and join us at anytime to play.

Check in with the locker room to get a racket & ball, while your there you should also pick up your 5 free Group X class passes.

Enjoy!

Easy on Your Budget AND Your Scale

Tired of Chinese takeout? Over sushi? Try home-cooked Korean food with an emphasis on simply prepared veggies and a bracing blend of spicy, sour and sweet—featuring ingredients you may already have handy!

The spice in this dish from Jennifer Maeng, executive chef at Korean Temple Cuisine in New York City, adds more than taste. A compound found in red-hot pepper may also rev up your metabolism.

Serves 4

Ingredients
1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup sake
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon dark (toasted) sesame oil
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tablespoon finely chopped or grated ginger
1 cup large-diced red bell pepper
1 cup large-diced green bell pepper
1 cup large-diced onion
1 cup cubed cabbage
1 cup sliced carrot
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
24 large shrimp, shelled and deveined
Preparation
Combine first 6 ingredients in a bowl. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add soy sauce mixture; cook until lightly thickened, about 1 minute. Add vegetables and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring constantly, until vegetables are soft, about 1 minute. Add shrimp and 1/4 cup water. Cook, stirring often, until shrimp are just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes more. Divide among 4 bowls; serve immediately.

The skinny

301 calories per serving, 6.6 g fat (1 g saturated), 23.6 g carbs, 3.3 g fiber, 32 g protein

Fit Club Lunch

Fit Club Lunch

Who: All Fit Club Participants

What: A fun and informative lunch, for people to learn more about living a healthy lifestyle!

When: THIS Friday, April 10, 2009, 11am

Where: Victors Dining Room in the Ondine

(enter through the main doors and turn left)

Cost: Fit Club members get the discounted price of $6

Reminder

This is just a reminder that tomorrow, thursday, at 11am there will be a fitness workshop on the roof of the Stott Center. Hope to see you there!

Fit Club Lunch

Hello Everyone! This friday Fit Club will be having a lunch in Ondine to provide participants with good food and fun facts- so please come join us! The fun starts at 11am, it costs $6 and you won't leave hungry! We would love to see you there, so don't miss it!

National Start! Walking Day

Today is National Start! Walking Day sponsored by the American Heart Association.

Research has shown that you can gain about two hours of life for every hour of regular vigorous exercise you do. You couldn't find a better two-for-one deal if you tried!

Celebrate your health on April 8 by stepping away from your desk and getting some exercise! At Noon today, you can meet between Smith and Cramer for a nice brisk walk or for a little more fitness, you can meet Jessie at the main lobby of the Stott Center for a walk at noon too!

Visit www.mystartonline.org to learn more about National Start! Walking Day.

Recess Wednesdays

This wednesday instead of playing raquetball, we will be having an outdoor recess! Come join us outside for kickball! The fun will begin at 4pm and we will be playing in the open field behind the science buildings. Hope for good weather!

Nutrition Brown Bags

Just a reminder- every tuesday at 11am Veronica will be doing nutrition talks in smith. She would love for you to come and hear what she has to say about encorporating proper nutrition in to your healthy lifestyle. A balance of exercise and nutrition is very important when trying to balance your weight! See you there!

Wednesday Night Racquetball

We had a great turn out at the Wednesday Night Racquetball 101. Everyone in attendance reported having lots of fun.

The evening started with a brief tutorial and then moved into practicing, by the end of the evening games were being played.

Interest was shown in connecting Fit Club members with other Fit Club members who want to play racquetball. If this sounds like something you might be interesting in, send an email to fitclub09@gmail.com.

Healthy Recipe

Savory Bean and Spinach Soup
Makes: 6 servings
Ingredients3 14-ounce cans vegetable broth 1 15-ounce can tomato puree 1 15-ounce can small white beans or Great Northern beans, drained and rinsed 1/2 cup uncooked brown rice 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 garlic cloves, chopped 8 cups coarsely chopped fresh spinach or kale leaves Finely shredded Parmesan cheese
Directions 1. In a 3-1/2- or 4-quart slow cooker, combine vegetable broth, tomato puree, beans, rice, onion, basil, salt, pepper, and garlic. 2. Cover; cook on low-heat setting 5 to 7 hours or on high-heat setting 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours. 3. Just before serving, stir in spinach or kale and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition facts per serving: 150 calories, 9g protein, 31g carbohydrate, 3g fat (1g saturated), 8g fiber

Racquetball 101

This afternoon at 4pm will be Racquetball 101 in the Stott Center

We will have two racquetball enthusiasts going over the basics and answering questions. Please come and join us!

Healthy Snacks

A Dozen Healthy Pantry Pick-Me-Ups:

1. Carrots — Cut them into sticks and dip them in salsa, light salad dressing, yogurt dip or peanut butter.
   
   
2. Bananas — On their own, they're great, but add them to a smoothie, or freeze them for a fun treat, and they're even better.
   
   
3. Celery — They're as versatile as carrots and even lower in calories. And they're crunchy enough to help die-hard chip fans get through the munchies.
   
   
4. Cucumbers — Slice them up and sprinkle lightly with salt for a refreshing snack.
   
   
5. Dried cereal — Mix this up with nuts and dried fruit for a healthy post-gym treat. Just make sure to keep your serving to 1/2 cup.
   
   
6. Nuts — Peanuts, almonds, pecans and other nuts can be tossed with dried cereal and raisins or mixed into a 6-ounce yogurt for a healthy bite.
   
   
7. Orange juice/Other juices — If you have Popsicle molds or even just ice cube trays, pour in the juice and pop it in the freezer. In just a few hours, you'll have a cool and tasty refreshment.
   
   
8. Peanut butter — Slather on an apple or to add a tablespoon or two to a smoothie for a protein-rich treat.
   
   
9. Quesadillas — Use black beans or any other canned beans you have on hand. Add in a sprinkling of cheese, a dollop of salsa and you're in business.
   
   
10. Raisins — sprinkle these high iron and fiber-rich gems into plain yogurt or mix with 1/3 cup of nuts for instant trail mix.
    
    
11. Salsa — makes a great dip for veggies and also can be used on sandwiches as a low fat spread instead of mayo.
    
    
12. Yogurt — If you have plain yogurt in the fridge, you're ready to go. Add some fresh herbs (parsley, dill or thyme will all work), along with a dash of salt and pepper, and you're set.
    

Routines

Sometimes it can be hard to fit workouts into your routine, especially when your routine gets changed around thanks to something like spring break. Now that spring break is over, try and fit at least 30 minutes of heart pumping exercise into each day- doing it at the same time every day will make it easier for you to include and not forget to do. Exercise can be as simple as walking around the park blocks, joining a groupx class during your lunch break, riding your bike to work, etc. And remember- exercise is fun! Bring a friend along if it is hard for you to really enjoy working out.

Healthy Lifestyles

Hey all-
Congratulations on finishing week two of PSU FitClub! Since this week was the first nutrition brown bag and last week was the first fitness workshop, it seems appropriate to talk about how both exercise and nutrition should be included in developing a healthy lifestyle. Exercise is not only important to decrease the amount of body fat and build strong bones, but it helps build a stronger heart! Make sure to include at least 4 cardio session a week of at least 30 minutes- moderate to intense activities. Also, make healthier choices when it comes to what you are feeding your body. With a balance of calories consumed and calories burned you will maintain your weight, but if your goal is to lose weight, make sure to burn more than you consume!

Dancing Kick-off Week

We have had an excellent start to the Fit Club with our dancing kick-off.

Participants have learned how to modify yoga poses to do while at work. And they have also learned a few East Coast Swing steps, and the Merengue.

We still have two days left in kick-off week,

Thursday 3pm in the small gym at PSC we will be learning more dance moves

Friday 3pm in the dance room at PSC will be doing a step & scuplt class

Come and join us!

Take the Stairs

Enjoy the benefits of taking the stairs everyday:

• No special equipment is needed
• Stair climbing can be accumulated across the course of the day, making a significant contribution to the recommended 30 minutes of daily physical activity
• There is a significantly lower risk of mortality when climbing more than 55 flights per week
• Stair climbing requires about 8 - 11kcal of energy per minute, which is high compared to other moderate level physical activities.
• Active stair climbers are more fit and have a higher aerobic capacity
• Even two flights of stairs climbed per day can lead to 6 lbs of weight loss over one year
• There is a strong association between stair climbing and bone density in post-menopausal women
• Climbing stairs can improve the amount of "good cholesterol" in the blood
• Stair climbing increases leg power and may be an important priority in reducing the risk of injury from falls in the elderly
• Stair climbing can help you achieve and maintain a healthy body weight
• Stair climbing can help you build and maintain healthy bones, muscles and joints.

Recipes!

Serves 4
Ingredients
Chicken
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 oz each)
1 teaspoon canola oil
Marinade
2 tablespoons miso paste (preferably Kochujang)
1 1/2 teaspoons light sesame oil
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped garlic
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Preparation
Place chicken in a shallow dish. Combine marinade ingredients with 1 tablespoon water; pour over meat. Chill, covered, 1 to 2 hours. Remove chicken from marinade; drain excess. Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until no longer pink in the center, about 4 minutes per side. Serve with Roasted Corn and Edamame Salad.

Nutrition Facts:
155 calories per serving
3.7 g fat (0.6 g saturated)
1.9 g carbs
0.3 g fiber
27 g protein

Dancing Kick-off Week

This week is spring break at PSU, but that doesn't mean Fit Club is taking the week off. We are going to dance/move our way though the week.

3pm to 4pm in the small gym at the Peter Stott Center there will be a guest teacher each day to help get us active and expand our horizons a little bit.

Monday, Amy will be teaching us chair yoga
Tuesday, Rachel will be teaching us some dance moves
Wednesday, Morgan will be teaching us the finer points of pilates
Thursday, Elinor will be teaching us different dance moves
Friday, Kathleen will be teaching us some step & scupt

We will be having tons of fun, I hope you can all join us.

Tuesday's Nutrition Brownbag

For those of you who tried to attend last weeks Nutrition Brownbag or were unable to attend, never fear, it was moved to this week, March 24th.

11:00am in SMSU 229

Veronica will be talking about how to read the nutritional labels, portion controls, and how to find out exactly how many calories you need. It should be fun and very informative.

Benefits of Exercise

Motivation can be hard to find when it comes to exercise, so here are a few reasons why you should start- TODAY!
*Fewer colds
*Better skin
*Increased/better mood
*Stronger heart/lower risk of heart disease
*Improved body image
*Lowers risk of diabetes

These are just a few of the many reasons why exercise is important, so what are you waiting for?! Go out there and get your heart rate pumpin'!

Walk Times

Please keep in mind that the daily walks are leaving promptly at noon and will be back to campus by 12:45, rain or shine. This being Portland, we cannot guarantee nice sunny days all spring. On those rainy days walks will still continue, although if it is raining too hard they may be moved indoors or to the roof of the gym.

I hope the first week of Fit Club is getting off to a good start for you all.

Fitness Workshops

PSU Fitclub is starting our fitness workshops tomorrow, Thursday March 19th! Please come join the fun at 11am on the roof of the Stott Center. Since it is the first fitness workshop, we will be talking about fitness basics including the basics of weight training, cardio and how often you should be exercising. Come loaded with questions and we will do our best to answer them! See you all there!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Here is an Irish inspired recipe for Lamb Stew.

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Coarse salt and ground pepper
3 pounds boneless lamb stew meat (preferably shoulder), trimmed of excess fat and cut into 2-inch cubes
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 1/2 cups dark beer or water
1 1/2 pounds medium new potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 pound carrots, peeled and cut 1/2 inch thick diagonally
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

In a large bowl, season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge lamb in flour mixture, shaking off excess. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat. Working in batches, brown lamb on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch. Transfer to a plate.

Pour 1/4 cup water into pot, scraping up browned bits from bottom with a wooden spoon. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, until water has evaporated and onion is beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Return lamb to pot; stir in thyme, beer, and 1 1/2 cups water. Cover; simmer until lamb is tender, 1 to 1 1/2 hours.

Add potatoes, carrots, and 1/2 cup water. Cook, covered, until vegetables are tender and stew has thickened, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Let cool completely before storing. Stir in parsley just before serving.

Daily Walks

Daily walks begin today (3/16) at Noon.

The easy/mid walk will be leaving from the big campus map between Smith & Cramer.

The mid/hard walk will be leaving from the Stott Center stairs.

Also this weeks tours of the gym have been moved to next week March 23 - 27th. They tours will meet in the lobby of Stott Center.

If you have co-workers who would still like to join Fit Club, its not too late. Just have them email fitclub09@gmail.com to set up a time to weigh-in. Thanks!

Good Luck Everyone!

What is PSU Fit Club

PSU Fit Club is a grass roots campaign whose mission is to build camaraderie and to encourage a healthy, active lifestyle change among participants. Staff, faculty, and students are all encouraged to participate, in the last two years there has been approximately 500 participants and an about 1100 pounds lost.

This year we have created 3 categories:

Fierce – serious competitors who want to lose weight & win

Fit – competitors who want to lose weight but are really looking to change their lifestyle to be more healthy & active

Fun – not worried about weight loss. Looking at becoming more healthy & active, but really is just wants the interaction with co-workers and to have fun.

There are Fit Club activities several times a week. Starting March 16th, for every Fit Club activity participants are entered into a drawing for prizes at the year end party.

If you would like to join Fit Club, sign up & weigh in is in the lobby of Peter Stott Center:

March 12th 3pm - 5pm & March 13th 12pm - 2pm

Registration is $10

History

PSU fit club – Biggest loser started 3 years ago by Debbie K., Mark G. and Jahed S. While waiting at the hospital to visit a friend of theirs, who suffered a stroke, they came up with this idea. Why can’t we start a fit club at PSU? The rest is history. During the last 2 years we had around 500 faculty/staff and students participate. On average each year we lost 1100 pounds

This contest built camaraderie among the participants, a lot of friendships were built because of this event, and most importantly people started eating healthy and followed healthy eating habits, at least during the contest.

Save the Date

PSU Fitclub is coming soon with a few changes and a couple of new twists.

Did you know that January & February are two of Portland’s rainiest months? This is one of the biggest complaints/hurdles 2008 Fitclub participants had – last year was too wet to get moving outside. This is why 2009 Fitclub is being pushed back to March. Hopefully, nicer weather will get people motivated and moving – plus it should help re-energize those New Year resolutions to be healthier.

There will be two categories this year. A “competitive” weight loss category & a new “just for fun” category - for those who do not want to participate in the weight loss aspect but would like to still participate in group activities.

Informational meetings will be happening in SMSU 236:

February 19^th 12pm – 1pm
February 20^th 10am – 11am

Flyers will be coming soon.