Mayors' Challenge Update

The e-mail update from the Mayors' Challenge:

We're Almost There – The Mayors’ Challenge is in WEEK 10 - Our FINAL WEEK!

Tell Us Your NEWS!!
The mayors have lost more than 50 pounds, but how much weight have YOU lost in the Mayors' Challenge since February 1? Please remember to send us the number of pounds you have lost by April 15! We will tally up the pounds and make an announcement next week. Wouldn't it be great to be able to say that Guilford County has lost a ton or more through the Mayors' Challenge? We won't be able to say it if you don't report YOUR weight loss. E-mail us at: mayorschallenge@ymcagreensboro.org with your weight loss by April 15!

Or go to the website www.gcmayorschallenge.org and click on "report your results" and enter your name and the number of pounds you lost.

Don’t Miss the Mayors This Week
Our Guilford County mayors will make a special appearance on WFMY News 2’s Good Morning Show Friday as we help promote the downtown Greensboro Center City Park Celebration and Get Healthy Guilford walk to take place Saturday. Be sure to tune in Friday morning to to hear more about Saturday's events.

Choosing Your Drinks Wisely
Many Americans aren’t aware of the number of calories they get from soft drinks such as soda, sports drinks, and fruit-flavored drinks. A 20-ounce bottle of soda has approximately 250 calories, a significant portion of a person’s recommended daily intake! To reduce calories and cut back on all that sugar, drink more water, or nutrient-rich milk. If you don’t like the taste of water alone, consider these tasty beverage tips:
- Add a slice of lemon, lime, watermelon, or cucumber to your glass of water for some added flavor with few calories.
- Drink carbonated water with a splash of 100% fruit juice to sweeten it up a little

Mark Your Calendar
The Get Healthy Guilford walk is happening Saturday! The event will take place from 1-3 p.m. at Festival Park in downtown Greensboro. Come out and enjoy a 30-minute walk on one of eight beautiful downtown Greensboro trails.

Holiday Blunders?
You may have found yourself tempted by all the sweets and chocolate treats available during this time of year. If you ate a few too many, don’t worry! A few candies here and there won’t break your healthy lifestyle. Just be sure to stay on track with your exercise routine and continue eating healthy meals.


For Allergy Sufferers
Does all the pollen in the air have you sneezing? If you’re prone to allergies this time of year, you probably find it hard to exercise outdoors. This doesn’t mean you have to wait until the end of allergy season to get in shape – plenty of places offer indoor fitness opportunities. Check out your local fitness center, recreation center, and YMCAs and YWCAs. You'll find indoor tracks, treadmills, and a variety of great machines and exercise classes to keep you on track. The staff and friends you meet can help you stick with your program.

On the Web
We love to hear your success stories. Please share your experience bt e-mailing mayorschallenge@ymcagreensboro.org.

The Mayors’ Update:
Our mayors have been averaging a pound a week during the weight loss challenge, and we are anxious to hear their final results next week! It's been hard with one holiday after the other, and all the meal activities our mayors must attend. Our busy lives make it a challenge to eat right and make time for physical activity. Our mayors have done a great job of leading the challenge to maintain our balance of healthy habits with our busy schedules.

Remember to report your weight loss by April 15 so we can make a WEIGHTY announcement!

The Mayors of Guilford County
www.gcmayorschallenge.org