Local Boy Scout Troop Keeps Greenspace Clean

Local Decatur scouts from Pack 134 took the initiative to clean up the debris located in the woody area behind Ebster field last Saturday. Pack 134 provided 13 young scouts along with 12 adults to clean the woody area.  Pack 134 meets at First Baptist Church in Decatur. Items removed- bottles, tires, trash, oil cans and engine parts.  The activity was coordinated through Active Living and the trash removed was brought to the recycling bins located at Beacon Hill Center. Congratulations to Pack 134 for carrying about the environment in Decatur. Pictures below are from the clean up last Saturday.

Healthy Monday: Mend your Mood with Music

There’s no doubt that music and mood are closely related- that’s why lullabies exist! Listening to happy, upbeat tunes tends to make you more cheerful than when you listen to slow, sad music.  Your emotional state plays a big role in how you perceive the world, so your favorite songs may actually help you have a more positive day.

Set yourself up for a better week this Monday by composing a CD or playlist of music that makes you smile or feel happy.  Listen to your tunes if you feel blue, start stressing or just want to enjoy

Healthy Monday: There’s More to Fit than Fat

 

Just because a food is branded as “low-fat” or “fat free” does not necessarily mean it’s a healthy choice.  Check food labels to make sure fat hasn’t been replaced by unnecessary sugar, calories and artifiical flavorings.  When in doubt, opt for whole foods instead.

Happy Thanksgiving from Decatur Active Living

Happy Thanksgiving from Decatur Active Living staff.  Enjoy the time with your family and friends on this special day.   

Bike Training Begins at the 4/5 Academy at Fifth Avenue

Decatur Active Living transported 27 bikes to the 4/5 Academy at Fifth Avenue on Wednesday in preparation for the bike training that begin on yesterday.  Cheryl Burnette, Lee Williams, Virginia Atchison, Kyle Morton and City of Decatur Police staff started the training with 4 grade students.   The session will involve rules of the road, turns, scanning, changing lanes along with other bike related topics. The bike training will run from Monday, October 24- Thursday, October 27.  If you are interested in volunteering to assist Decatur fourth graders contact Cheryl Burnette at: cheryl.burnette@decaturga.com

 

Cycle supporters attend GA Bike Summit

Cycle supporters from across the state attended the Georgia Bike Summit that was held in Athens, Georgia on Saturday, October 8.  Decatur cycle supporters – Commissioner Fred Boykin, Henry Slack, Ken Rosskopf and Gregory White, Decatur Active Living were in attendance. 

  

International Walk to School Day Impacts Walkers and Rollers in Decatur

Decatur celebrated International Walk to School Day this morning with the City Schools of Decatur and St. Thomas More. Decatur Active Living staff arrived as early as 5am to set up seven schools as parents, walkers and riders participated in the fun filled morning.  Thanks to our school crossing guards, champions, volunteers, staff and GA Safe Routes to School for making the International Walk to School Day a success.  A few highlights:

• SRTS expanded to Renfroe Middle School which had over 50% of there students walking or riding this morning.
• St. Thomas More made history this morning by participating in there first Safe Routes to School event.
• Principal Derrick Thomas lead a bike train from Harmony Park.
• Crossing Guard Elizabeth Lindley was honored at the Pep Rally for 28 years of service by the Decatur Police Department.  
• 4/5 Academey at Fifth Avenue made history this morning by participating with many walkers and riders at the new school.

Decatur Active Living Participates in the Decatur High School Fitness Festival

This past Saturday, Decatur Active Living participated in the first Decatur High School Fitness Festival-” Let’s Move them Dogs”.  The event was marketed to middle school and high school students to encourage phsyical fitness and to make fitness a part of your daily routine.  Pictured below- Michael Harbin, Active Living Board Member and Gregory White, Director of Decatur Active Living staying active playing corn hole.

Healthy Monday- Squash your Produce Slump

Add some healthy variety to your diet this week by enjoying fall’s bounty! Stop by your local farmer’s market and add fresh beets, squash, okra or pumpkin to your plate.  These hearty vegetables are full of fiber and make a great Meatless Monday entree.

Walk for Lunch and Be Healthy Starts Tuesday, October 4