Today, we went to the annual Health and Fitness Expo held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Though nearly over today, it is also being held from 0900hrs-1700hrs tomorrow (Sunday). This is our second year. These expos are very informative and best of all, (other than a $15 parking charge) they are free. There was something for everyone. There was a lot going on. There were work outs with various instructors, yoga, hip hop, aerobics, pilates, martial arts, etc.. One could take a stroll on the walking track or brave the rock climbing wall. Anyone for Dance Dance Revolution, or hula hoop? You could try your hand at hurling, soccer, or tennis. Representatives were there from a plethora of organizations...the American Heart Association, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Howard University Hospital, Gold's Gym, Curves, Diet-To-Go, Diabetes Research & Wellness Foundation, the Alzheimer's Association, the Boy Scouts, the DC Fire and EMS units, the Humane Association, and the Children's Medical Center to name a few. You could chat with folks from local ski resorts in the winter sports pavilion, learn about healthy cooking, or even try out a better, newer mattress. Six of past season's Biggest Loser contestants are scheduled to be there signing autographs. There was a place to get a body fat composition analysis. Apparently, I am doing quite well (I'm now at 19.5% BMI 20.1. The lady said I was an athlete. : ) I guess all the walking is paying off. We purchased yummy gummies from Juice Plus in the Health and Fitness marketplace (http://www.jilljuiceplus.com). It was the first time I've ever eaten a papaya (part of the 7 fruits in the orchard blend) or a beet (part of the 10 veggies in the garden blend). Honestly, anything that will entice our youngest to eat more fruits and veggies is good with me. Low sugar, with no artificial ingredients, and he loved them. We tried to give blood again at the blood mobile, but unfortunately our blood is still unacceptable. The Red Cross folks blamed the FDA, said we should raise the question to them as to why we are still banned from giving blood. Maybe I'll send an email. So, if you get the opportunity, check it out. Its worth the trip.
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| This event is NBC peacock approved. : ) |
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