Current Exercise Opportunities
WALKING FOR HEALTH
Spring, Summer & Fall: Weekly "WALK & TALK" at 6:00 pm every Tuesday at South Seneca High School track in Ovid, weather-permitting. If a school sports practice is happening at the track, meet at Holy Cross parking lot (across Main St from the school) and we will walk around the Village. Questions? Contact Janet Lynch <lynchjl@me.com> .
YOGA FOR HEALTH
CHAIR YOGA at the Interlaken Public Library
Gentle but a good stretch; perfect for Seniors.
No experience or registration necessary -- free-of-charge
Instructor: Caryn Sheckler.
Every Tuesday (10am-11am).
Check the library's calendar for occasional cancellations.
YOGA at the Edith B. Ford Library in Ovid:
For all levels - no experience or registration necessary -- free-of-charge
October-April on Mondays & Fridays (9:15 am-10:15 am)
BYO mat. Check the library's calendar for occasional cancellations.
Luckystone Yoga Studio on Main Street, Ovid:
Email the instructor for class schedule & prices: Kim Zajac <luckystoneyoga@gmail.com>
For more activities, visit our libraries' web sites:
www.lodilibrary.net
www.ovidlibrary.or
www.interlakenpubliclibrary.org
Have an idea for a community walk?
Contact the STEPS Office at stepscommunity@pivitalphp.org or call us at (315) 651-9919.
Benefits of Walking
Whether you’re taking the dog for a walk, or you’re going for a walk with your camera to capture some signs of spring or fall colors, walking can have many benefits without the risk of injury that some other forms of physical activity have. Here are seven reasons to walk your way to a healthier future:
*Lowers Risk of Cardiovascular Disease *Helps Ward Off Other Diseases *Controls Anxiety and Boosts Mood *Promotes Weight Loss *Easy on Joints *Benefits of Fresh Air *Promotes Creativity
Tips for A Better Walking Workout
According to a study from George Washington University in Washington, D.C., walking for just 15-minutes after every meal improves glucose absorption—resulting in weight loss and improved heart and muscle function. So what are you waiting for? Walk this way for a better walking workout:
*Walk With Good Posture *Pump Those Arms *Shorten Your Stride *Track Steps with a Pedometer *Loosen Up *Walk with a Heart Rate Monitor *Squeeze Through your Glutes *Keep your Eyes on the Prize
The Cayuga-Seneca Canalway Trail is a 5-mile pathway beginning in Waterloo, New York and terminating at Seneca Lake State Park. The current stretch of trail kicks off near Lock 4 in Waterloo and heads southwest towards Lake Seneca. The heavily-wooded corridor follows the canal through the picturesque pastoral landscape and tranquil wetlands, allowing users to experience the natural beauty of the area at a leisurely pace. The trail surface is flat, smooth limestone dust, making it ideal for a variety of uses, including walking, jogging, biking and wheelchair use. After passing through the Bishop Preserve, the trail ends abruptly at SR 96A, near the Seneca Lake State Park. (But good news, a tunnel is being constructed under the highway to connect the trail to the park).
For more information: https://www.traillink.com/trail/cayuga-seneca-canal-trail/
For more information: https://www.traillink.com/trail/cayuga-seneca-canal-trail/
You can use Gofingerlakes.org as your guide to the best spots for hiking, biking, paddling, and outdoor recreation across our 6,000-square-mile area. Please go exploring! Since 1989, members and partners of the the Land Trust have permanently protected thousands of acres of forests, gorges, wetlands, lakeshores, and farmlands. You can visit over 30 free nature preserves that are free.
