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Did you Know October is National Popcorn Poppin’ Month?

For more than 25 years, October has been celebrated as National Popcorn Poppin’ Month; however, it became "official" in 1999, when then Secretary of Agriculture Dan Glickman proclaimed October as National Popcorn Poppin’ Month.

While every day is a great day for celebrating popcorn, we chose the month of October because of the popcorn harvest which takes place each fall in the Midwest. Each year when the new crop is harvested, it reminds us popcorn will always be the naturally fun snack for the entire family. Popcorn Poppin' Month is the perfect time to celebrate popcorn.

• October is Popcorn Poppin' Month Press Release
• Fun Popcorn Facts
• A History of Popcorn Poppin'
• Popcorn and the Movies
• Perfect Popcorn Poppin' Tips
• Simply Perfect Popcorn Ideas
• Popcorn Poppin' Month Recipes

Enjoy these special links and fun Tips!

Are you Aware October is National Roller Skating Month?

Discover the Exercise Benefits of Roller Skating

»Studies have shown that roller skating provides a complete aerobic workout and involves all of the body's muscles, especially the heart.

»Roller skating is equivalent to jogging in terms of health benefits-caloric consumption, reduction of body fat, and leg strength development.

»Roller skating is recognized and recommended by the American Heart Association (AHA) as an aerobic fitness sport.

»Just one hour of moderate roller skating burns 330 calories for a 143-pound person. If that same person roller skates vigorously, he or she will burn up to 590 calories in an hour.

»The number of calories burned per hour while skating at 6 mph is 350 and 600 while skating at 10 mph.

»According to a study conducted at the University of Massachusetts, in-line skating causes less than 50 percent of the impact shock to joints compared to running.

»If someone roller skates one day, bicycles another, and swims or runs on another, the person will be getting all the fitness benefits that aerobics can offer.

»According to Dr. Carl Foster, associate professor of medicine at the University of Wisconsin Medical School, in-line skating as a form of exercise is as beneficial as running or cycling. (Information from International Inline Skating Association website)

»During a 30-minute period, on the average, in-line skating at a steady, comfortable rate expends 285 calories and produces a heart rate of 148 beats per minute. (Information from International Inline Skating Association website)

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The Sport of Roller Skating

USA Roller Sports (USARS) is the National Governing Body (NGB) for competitive roller sports in the United States. The organization is recognized by both the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and the Federation International de Roller Sports.

USARS is dedicated to creating, enhancing and conducting the best competitions and programs for roller sports. They instill the drive to win and be the absolute best...in sport and in life.

Click here to find regional clubs and links located in your area.

Enjoy my Friends Roller Skating is a Blast and one of my Personal Favorites! Have a Healthy Day!

Get Your Spooky Slimming Halloween Tips Today!

Happy Halloween Headquarters from Fitness Elements

Wicked or whimsical, Halloween is in the bag with party tricks and tempting treats.

To find Healthier versions and modifications just ask us how we can help you! We are available for Your Halloween Health & Nutrition Makeover Ideas and Strategies to help You survive gaining this holiday season!

Candy Apples

There’s an apple in the middle so it’s good for you, right?

• Plain Caramel Apples
• Caramel Apple Recipes
• How to Make Caramel Apples

Savory Seeds

Turn pumpkin seeds into fresh-roasted snacks.

• Spiced Pumpkin Seeds
• Pumpkin Seed Recipes
• How to Roast Pumpkin Seeds

Strange Brew

Punch up the party with chiller, thriller beverages.

• Witches Brew
• More Halloween Drinks
• Tips for Spooky Sips

P.S. To get Your Healthier version of some of these Recipes just ask us how and we'll be glad to help you! 480-212-1947 or email fitnesselementsexpress@yahoo.com

Announcing! Fitness Elements October Event at Whole Foods

Fitness Elements Up and Coming Event at Whole Foods

Saturday, October 24th

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Living Foods Education Continues...

Eating Smart»Smart Choices»Dietitian-Approved: 12 Healthy Snacks

Dietitian-Approved: 12 Healthy Snacks

Improve mood, boost energy, and satisfy cravings with these healthy snacks recommended by our registered dietitians.

Special Chocolate Hazelnut Bark Recipe 4 Chocolate Lovers

Yield

About 12 ounces (serving size: 1 ounce)

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup hazelnuts (about 4 ounces)
• 1/3 cup dried cherries, coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped crystallized ginger
• 6 ounces bittersweet chocolate, chopped

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 350°.

2. Place hazelnuts on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through cooking. Turn nuts out onto a towel. Roll up towel; rub off skins. Coarsely chop nuts. Combine nuts, cherries, and ginger in a medium bowl.

3. Place chocolate in a microwave-safe measuring cup. Microwave at HIGH 1 minute or until chocolate melts, stirring every 15 seconds. Add to nut mixture, stirring just until combined. Spread mixture evenly on a jelly-roll pan lined with foil; freeze 1 hour. Break into pieces; serve immediately.

Nutritional Information

Calories:

139

Fat:

8.8g (sat 2.5g,mono 3.9g,poly 0.7g)

Protein:

2.1g

Carbohydrate:

15.4g

Fiber:

1.4g

Cholesterol:

0.0mg

Iron:

0.8mg

Sodium:

5mg

Calcium:

19mg

P.S. Looking for a Nutritional Holiday Makeover for Sustainability, and Lasting Lifestyle Changes then Call Natalie Pyles at 480-212-1947 or 1-888-568-4388 or fax request to 623-399-4199. Fitness Elements looks forward to getting You Healthier & Fitter then ever!

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October Food Holidays

And You Thought Halloween Was The Big Event!

As the days get shorter, you won’t even notice...you’ll be too busy planning parties to celebrate these momentous occasions. Some enable entire month-long festivities:

Eat Country Ham Month Fair Trade Month National Apple Month National Applejack Month National Caramel Month National Chili Month National Cookie Month National Dessert Month

National Pasta Month National Pickled Peppers Month National Pizza Festival Month National Popcorn Poppin’ Month National Pork Month National Pretzel Month National Seafood Month Vegetarian Awareness Month Enjoy My Friends!

Did you know October is National Physical Therapy Month

Improving Mobility & Motion

No matter what area of the body ails you – neck, shoulder, back, knee – physical therapists have an established history of helping individuals improve their quality of life.

A physical therapist can help you improve your quality of life by moving freely again without pain and discomfort and feeling renewed and ready to move on. They can even help you prevent an injury altogether.

For instance, a study of 1,435 NCAA Division 1 female soccer players demonstrated that those who participated in a physical therapy program had an overall ACL injury rate 41 percent lower than those who did only a regular warm-up prior to practice.

Because physical therapists receive specialized training in a variety of sciences – physics, human anatomy, kinesiology (human movement), to name a few– they understand how the body works and how to get you moving again. They know how to manage all four of the body’s major systems – musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular/pulmonary, and integumentary (skin) – to restore and maximize mobility.

Whether you are living with diabetes, recovering from a stroke, a fall or a sports injury, a physical therapist is a trusted health care professional who will work closely with you to evaluate your condition and develop an effective, personalized plan of care. A physical therapist can help you achieve long-term results for many conditions, such as repetitive stress injuries, arthritis, back and neck pain and posture problems.

P.S. Fitness Elements supports fellow Health Care professionals and believes in Physical Therapy if you need a referral to a great Physical Therapist in your area just let us know and we will help you find an excellent Health Care provider today! 480-212-1947 or fitnesselementsexpress@yahoo.com