Tips & Info
Looking for a safe opportunity to ride? Join us on a South County Ride, scheduled weekly through August and monthly in September in Edmonds, Lynnwood, and Mountlake Terrace.
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Summer is upon us, and the days are long in the Puget Sound area. That means it’s the perfect time of year to enjoy a day hike. Whether you want to explore the beaches, valleys, or forests, the Puget Sound has plenty of beauty to offer.
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Researchers found that how much sleep you get, how much energy you have, and how much physical activity you do can affect feelings of depression. The findings suggest that physical activity may improve your mood and sleep.
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The community events and education portion of the Bike2Health program includes family rides taking place in Edmonds, Lynnwood, and Mountlake Terrace on Sunday, Oct. 21. These rides emphasize safety, fun, and learning to be a predictable rider while navigating around common destinations.
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Between work, family, the weather, and other realities of life, keeping up with physical activity can seem daunting. But inspiration can be found all around you. These 5 tips can help keep you active more often.
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Leisure-time physical activity—such as walking, running, or swimming—is associated with a reduced risk of developing 13 different types of cancer, a study reports.
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Bone is a living, growing tissue, composed mainly of a protein called collagen, which allows our bones to be flexible. In addition to collagen, calcium phosphate, a mineral, provides the bones with strength and stability.
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At the Verdant Health Commission, we occasionally are asked about volunteer opportunities within our organization. Our answer? If you enjoy walking for fitness or for fun, then volunteering as a walk leader for our summertime South County Walks program would be a great fit.
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Verdant is offering two NEW programs for individuals ready to commit to improving nutrition and increasing physical activity starting in June 2018. You’ll benefit from small groups, being engaged, deeper knowledge, and take-home activities.
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Yoga is a mind-body practice that combines physical poses, controlled breathing, and meditation or relaxation. Yoga may help reduce stress, lower blood pressure and lower your heart rate. And almost anyone can do it.
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