Friends and Family Health Centers

The Friends and Family Health Centers team is living the five foundations of health through competing in local and regional races. In October, we have several team members signed up for the Xterra races at Red Mountain, and one of our team members has signed up for a half marathon in New Orleans!

Signing up for a race challenges us to be better by taking care of ourselves through fitness. Training for a race takes mental and physical discipline to prepare daily. Research actually suggests that these events are often more of a mental challenge than physical, especially when it comes to endurance events.

It's a good idea to figure out what you want out of signing up for a race. This helps you to eliminate any negativity that may be associated with daily training. Focus on why you want to get fit-sentimental reasons, hanging out with friends, competitiveness, or to just accomplish something you have never done before. Keep that goal in your mind's eye as the weeks go by in training. Each time that you get out and train, your confidence will grow.

Keep records in a fitness journal or download an app like Strava™. I have personally tried a fitness journal before, only to lose it or not be able to find it when I need it. Strava™, on the other hand, will track your route, pace, and keep a handy record of what you have done. This will literally astound you in what you have accomplished as you look back over it. Download Strava™ now!

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