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About Cathleen Calkins

Cathleen Calkins is a California-based freelance writer and photographer. After a decade-long stint in the big city, she spends her time mainly in mountain environments skiing, hiking, cycling, trail running, and soaking in the quirky rhythm of high-altitude culture. To see more of Cathleen’s work, visit www.cathleencalkins.com.

Pre and Post Race Nutrition

Snowshoe the Bear is just a week away and many of our members are preparing to participate in this 5k and 10 k. Either distance is enough to make pre and post race nutrition an important aspect of training regardless … Continue reading

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Class Focus: Yin Style Yoga

There are many styles of yoga – from the very traditional to newer, more active styles such as Vinyasa and Bikram. Yin Yoga, often referred to as slow deep stretch, utilizes conventional yoga postures, or asanas, but the focus is … Continue reading

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Member of the Month – January

Each month we like to recognize a member for the effort they put forth at Mountain Fitness. This month we picked Mary Bradford because we felt she represented a commitment to fitness and wellness that we truly admire. Member of … Continue reading

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What does Success Look Like?

The word success has many meanings, including the favorable or prosperous termination of attempts or endeavors or that you have reached your ultimate goal. Conceptually, success can be as simple as succeed or fail, or more complex depending on your … Continue reading

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MFC’s CrossFit Program

You may remember in Vol 4 of the Newsletter (October 2011) we talked about the Buzz about Cross Fit. We explained the basics, provided a sample workout, and discussed the elements of CrossFit. It was a pretty eye-opening piece and … Continue reading

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The Importance of Diversity in your Exercise Routine

Yin Yoga is a style that includes deep, slow stretching postures. Did you know that exercise can be sorted into five categories of movement? And that each type has a specific physical impact on the body? Think of diversity in … Continue reading

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Member of the Month

Or rather, Members of the Month are Vicky Melton and Lynn Suhay. Singling out just one would be like asking for a cupcake without sprinkles. Each month we like to recognize a member for the effort they put forth at … Continue reading

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