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COVER STORY

ACHIEVE Community Spotlight

Indiana, Top to Bottom

Energize program promotes exercise and nutrition

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Stay Flush with Fluids

Water will keep your motor running this summer

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S.O.S. Save Our Skin!

Five tips for a burn-free summer

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Women on Wheels Lawrence County connects through cycling

Health Chat Have questions about skin care and skin cancer prevention? Join Terri Acton, Clinical Educator and Oncology Certified Nurse at IU Health Olcott Center, who will answer questions July 20 from 11 a.m. to noon. Send in your questions now to HeraldTimesOnline.com/livediscussion or to myINstride.com.

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stride Editorial director: Bob Zaltsberg Production & copy editor: Brooke McCluskey Photo director: David Snodgress Senior writers: Seth Tackett, Carol Johnson Contributing staff: Ernest Rollins, Lauren Slavin, Garet Cobb, Rich Janzaruk, Jeremy Hogan and Chris Howell Graphic designer: Stewart Moon Publisher: E. Mayer Maloney Jr. CONTENT: 812-331-4289 bmccluskey@hoosiertimes.com Advertising sales manager: Laurie Ragle Marketing manager: Shaylan Owen ADVERTISING/DISTRIBUTION: 812-331-4310 INstride is a monthly fitness, wellness and nutrition magazine serving south-central Indiana with offices in Bedford, Mooresville, Martinsville and Bloomington. It is distributed to more than 90,000 readers and can be found at various locations throughout south-central Indiana. The free publication is also inserted in the Bedford Times-Mail, Martinsville Reporter-Times and Bloomington Herald-Times the second Monday of every month; and the Mooresville/Decatur Times, the second Thursday of every month. ©2015 Schurz Communications, Inc. All Rights Reserved

Coming up in August n In an expanded Fresh Picks, we’ll feature some

of the items that can be found at area farmers markets. n We’ll explore why weight training is good for

everybody. n Someone you know could be our next

Fitness Inspiration.

ON THE COVER Dave Campbell, 73, left, and Kevin Enright, 65, rode on their bicycles across the state of Indiana length ways. A ride Enwright calls the Clark Trace after George Rogers Clark.

Photograph by Chris Howell for INstride.

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EDITOR’S LETTER

If you can’t stand the heat ...

Many years ago, I was playing tennis with a college buddy I could never beat. But on this 90-plus degree day, I had the upper hand. My friend was competitive and really didn’t want to lose to me, so he played on—until he finally admitted he was feeling bad.

Being a jerky 20-something, I called him out, suggesting he couldn’t stand the thought of losing for a change. So he played on a little while, until he finally had enough. By that time he was complaining of being dizzy, had a thirst he couldn’t quench, and said he felt like he was going to throw up. We sat in the shade, he poured down a lot more water, and we drenched the towels we had in a nearby fountain so he could cool himself off. He gradually felt better, we called it a day, and today, he could still kick my fanny in tennis, golf and any other sport we might try to play.

We didn’t recognize the symptoms of heat exhaustion then. We probably should have taken him to the nearest hospital.

July weather brings certain challenges to working or exercising outside. Stories in today’s edition highlight two issues.

The first is the importance of staying hydrated.

Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are not to be taken lightly. The latter can be fatal. It’s important to know the signs if you’re going to be out in the heat for a long time.

The second is the need to protect your skin from the sun. By now, it’s hoped, all of you reading this understand the dangers and potential consequences of skin cancer. So it’s important to stay covered up or lathered up with a strong-enough sunscreen.

OK, lecture’s over. On today’s pages, you’ll also find some inspiring community members who happen to be cyclists.

Here’s to a safe summer.

Bob Zaltsberg, editor

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Stay flush with

ids Water will keep your motor running this summer

By Bob Zaltsberg

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he summer heat brings a danger to those working out—or just working hard—outside.

It’s dehydration.

According to a variety of sources including WebMD.com and FamilyDoctor.com, the importance of keeping enough fluids in your system is hard to overstate. Your body runs on water. FamilyDoctor.com says: “Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs water to work correctly.”

One reason is that your body needs water to maintain its proper temperature. This makes it especially critical to stay hydrated during heavy exertion in the heat.

Here are some questions and answers from FamilyDoctor.com about staying properly hydrated.

How do I know if I’m dehydrated?’

Symptoms of dehydration include the following: n Little or no urine, or urine that is darker than usual n Dry mouth n Sleepiness or fatigue n Extreme thirst n Headache n Confusion n Dizziness or lightheaded feeling Who is at risk of dehydration?

People are at higher risk of dehydration if they exercise at a high intensity, have certain medical conditions, are sick, or are not able to get enough fluids during the day. Older adults are also at higher risk. As you get older, your brain may not be able to sense dehydration and send the signals for thirst.

You may need to increase the amount of water you are drinking if you: n Have certain medical conditions, such as kidney stones or bladder infection n Are pregnant or breastfeeding n Will be outside during hot weather n Will be exercising n Have a fever n Have been vomiting or have diarrhea n Are trying to lose weight How much water should I drink?

You may have heard different recommendations for daily water intake. Most people have been told they should drink 6 to 8 8-ounce glasses of water each day, which is a reasonable goal. However, different people need different amounts of water to stay hydrated. Most healthy people can stay well hydrated by drinking water and other fluids whenever they feel thirsty. For some people, fewer than 8 glasses may be enough.

Other people may need more than 8 glasses each day.

If you are concerned that you are not drinking enough water, check your urine. If your urine is consistently colorless or light yellow, you are most likely staying well hydrated. Dark yellow or ambercolored urine is a sign of dehydration.

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Besides water, what else can I consume to stay hydrated?

Water is the best option for staying hydrated. Other drinks and foods can help you stay hydrated, but some may add extra calories from sugar to your diet.

Drinks like fruit and vegetable juices, milk, and herbal teas can contribute to the amount of water you get each day. Water can also be found in fruits and vegetables (for example, watermelon, tomatoes, and lettuce) and in soup broths.

What about sports drinks or energy drinks?

Choose a sports drink wisely. They are often high in calories from added sugar and may contain high levels of sodium. Also, check the serving size. One bottle may contain several servings. If you drink the entire bottle, you may need to double or triple the amounts given on the nutrition facts label. Some sports drinks contain caffeine. If you use a sports drink that contains caffeine, be careful not to get too much caffeine in your diet.

Sports drinks are not the same as energy drinks.

Energy drinks usually contain large amounts of

caffeine and other stimulants (for example, guarana, ginseng, or taurine) that your body doesn’t need. Most of these drinks are also high in added sugar. Many experts recommend that children and teens should not have energy drinks.

Tips for staying hydrated n Keep a reusable water bottle with you during the day. n If you don’t like the taste of plain water, try adding a slice of lemon or lime to your drink. n Be sure to drink water before, during, and after a workout. n When you’re feeling hungry, drink water. Thirst is often confused with hunger. True hunger will not be satisfied by drinking water. Some research suggests that drinking water can help you feel full. n If you have trouble remembering to drink water, drink on a schedule. For example, drink water when you wake up; at breakfast, lunch, and dinner; and when you go to bed. n Drink water when you go to a restaurant. It will keep you hydrated, and it’s free. n

Symptoms of heat-related illnesses Heat cramp n Severe, sometimes disabling, cramps that typically begin suddenly in the hands, calves, or feet n Hard, tense muscles

Heat exhaustion n Fatigue

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n Headache

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n Excessive thirst

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cramps n Weakness n Confusion or anxiety n Slowed or weakened heartbeat

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n Drenching sweats,

often accompanied by cold, clammy skin

Heat exhaustion requires immediate attention.

Heat stroke Heat stroke can occur suddenly, without any symptoms of heat exhaustion. If a person is experiencing any symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke, get medical attention immediately. Any

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delay could be fatal. Seek emergency medical care for anyone who has been in the heat and who has the following symptoms: n Confusion, anxiety, or loss of consciousness n Very rapid or dramatically slowed heartbeat n Rapid rise in body temperature that reaches 104 degrees to 106 degrees F n Either drenching sweats accompanied by cold, clammy skin (which may indicate heat exhaustion) or a marked decrease in sweating accompanied by hot, flushed, dry skin (which may indicate heat stroke) n Convulsions n Any other heat-related symptom that is not alleviated by moving to a shady or air-conditioned area and administering fluids and salts Heat stroke can occur suddenly, without any symptoms of heat exhaustion. If a person is experiencing any symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke, get medical attention immediately.

Any delay could be fatal.

Source: WebMD

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S.O.S. Save Our Skin!

Five tips for a burn-free summer

By Lauren Slavin

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arm days are welcome after a long winter, but spending time in the sun has risks. The Food and Drug Administration recommends using sunscreen to prevent skin damage when spending time outdoors.

Sun Safety Tips Look for “broad spectrum” sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 15 or more The FDA labels sunscreen as broad spectrum when it protects skin from both ultraviolet A (UVA) and ultraviolet B (UVB) radiation, which can cause skin cancer and early skin aging such as wrinkles or sun spots.

A sunscreen’s SPF rating indicates how much ultraviolet radiation exposure it takes to cause a sunburn without using sunscreen in comparison to how long it takes to cause a sunburn when using sunscreen correctly. While SPF 15 is the lowest recommended protection rating, the FDA recommends using a sunscreen with a SPF value of up to 50. After SPF 50, tests do not show a measurable amount of additional protection.

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Apply at least every two hours Sunscreen is only effective when continually applied. The FDA recommends re-application at least every two hours, and more when heavily sweating or swimming. No sunscreen is “waterproof,” but can be labeled “water-resistant” if it remains effective for 40 to 80 minutes when sweating or swimming. Special attention to applying sunscreen is also necessary between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., when the sun’s ultraviolet rays are strongest. During these times, the FDA also recommends wearing sun protective clothing.

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Pay special attention to where you apply Arms and legs are often the largest areas of exposed skin, but the face and neck, lips, ears, feet and top of the head are also vulnerable to sunburn. Be careful, however, to avoid the eyes. Instead, wear wrap-around sunglasses with 100 percent UV protection. Sunscreen can also expire, so make sure to check the bottle before applying, especially if it’s last summer’s sunscreen.

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Stick with lotion, not spray Sunscreen can feel sticky or oily after application, which is often a deterrent from frequent application – especially for kids. However, using lotion sunscreen makes it easier to see areas that haven’t been completely covered, while sunscreen spray goes on clear and may miss spots on the skin. The Skin Cancer Foundation recommends applying two tablespoons of sunscreen to the entire body approximately 30 minutes before going outside. Ask for help reaching difficult areas like the back and shoulders.

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Certain people should take extra care Not all bodies will react to sun exposure the same way. Babies under six months old should stay out of the sun, and consult a physician before using sunscreen on infants. Fair-skinned sunbathers should stay under umbrellas and cover up with dark or sun-protective clothing. Those with a family history of skin cancer should also take extra precautions and be regularly screened for signs of melanoma and other skin cancers. n

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Women on

Claudia Seidle, left, and Sandra Kelly lead the Lawrence County Women’s Cycling Group on a ride down Tunnelton Road Friday near Bedford.

Behind Sidle and Kelly are Bobby Ames, left, and Angie Johnson.

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n Wheels Lawrence County connects through cycling

By Carol Johnson

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few years ago, five women cruising country roads on bicycles had a random thought.

“This is so much fun, maybe there are more women out there who would like to start cycling.”

That idea was the seed that developed into Lawrence County Women’s Cycling. Now in its third summer, the group has grown thanks to regular training rides for beginners and longer group rides for veterans. Last month it took a team of 37 riders to the Girlfriend Ride in Columbus and was the largest team registered in the field of 800 riders. The group received a $1,000 donation prize for its designated charity, Becky’s Place, a shelter for women and children in Lawrence County. Last year the LCWC team placed third and received a $300 donation for Becky’s Place.

“We started this because we felt women would feel more comfortable joining other women,” said Carol Sanders, one of the founding members. “The guys were already riding, but it’s a little intimidating to ride with them since they are bigger, stronger, faster.”

The core group, founded by Sanders and Bedford residents Claudia Seidle, Judy Cross, Robin Elliott and Stacy Whigham, created a website and Facebook page inviting women to join them on rides.

Their goal, Sanders said, was to show how cycling can be fun and good for your health and also to be safe while on a bike. “All of us have lived through the time of Jill Behrman and we didn’t want women out there riding by themselves,” she said.

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Alexis Seidle, facing camera, talks with Kathy Quaas before the start of a ride.

Behrman was an Indiana University freshman who disappeared while on a bike ride in May 2000.

The LCWC group and Facebook page quickly took off—more and more women joined. Facebook also lets members find other women to join them on rides outside the group’s organized rides. For example, if someone wants to ride 30 miles on a Tuesday morning, she can post it on the group’s page and usually find a partner.

The group is most active during the summer and fall, but some ride through the winter. During the month of June, LCWC offers rides for beginners and intermediates that range from 10 miles to 30 or 40 miles. Sanders said the largest group of beginners so far this year has been 12 women.

“We have all ages,” said Sanders. “One young woman is vying for a spot on a Little 5 team for next year. We have older members who have been runners who can’t run anymore and are taking up biking.”

The group does require all riders wear a helmet. Riders are urged to wear bright clothing and equip their bikes with lights.

“We teach etiquette and safety when riding in a group and basic bike maintenance such as changing a tire and fixing a chain,” she said.

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depart from Mitchell and travel county roads through Orleans and Orangeville that are home to many Amish farms.

“That’s a beautiful ride. It’s quiet and not much traffic,” said Sanders.

As it has acquired more riders, it has crossed generations. It’s gone from a group of women mostly in their 40s and 50s to include a few younger women.

Rachel Pirozek and Alexis Seidle, whose mom Claudia is a group founder, joined the group this summer.

“I ride with them twice a week,” said Pirozek, 21, of Bedford. “I like being able to do an endurance sport and go on long rides and not be exhausted.

Pirozek, a student at Indiana University, joined the group because she wants to try out for a Little 500 team next year. While she enjoys having a group to train with, she is benefiting in other ways.

“I’ve always liked hanging out with older women,” she said. “It’s fun to be part of that group and get the different aspects from their point in life and learn from it.”

After just a month on the bike, she is averaging 60-80 miles a week and can feel herself getting stronger.

Grace Schneider models the Lawrence County Women’s Cycling jersey.

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“I can definitely see a change in my legs,” she said.

“I can see muscle where I couldn’t before and I feel more energetic. I never thought I could ride 30 miles.”

She also likes that the group is socially conscious.

She was among those who rode in the Girlfriend Ride.

“I like that it tries to do things like the Girlfriend Ride … we’re helping raise money while having fun in a good way,” she said.

When beginners join the group, the veterans advise them to make sure it’s for them before investing in an expensive bike.

“We don’t recommend they buy a new bike. Use the bike you have, grab a helmet, get on the Milwaukee Trail, or ride in town for a little while to see if it’s something you’re going to enjoy and then upgrade to a better bike,” said Sanders.

Sanders, 51, ran for years, but said she got tired of running and needed a new sport.

“I always dreamed of riding, but with kids, life got in the way,” she said. “I had some friends already riding

and joined them and that’s what got me going. It’s the right thing for me at this time.”

However, Sanders said, cycling doesn’t fit everyone.

“It’s a time-consuming sport,” she said. “For people who work long hours, it’s tough to find time to do a long ride.”

A recent 54-mile ride took about four hours.

“Most people don’t have that time to devote to exercise, so I’ve found there’s a wide variety of people out there riding,” she said.

Their age and purpose may vary, but their love of cycling bonds them.

“I only knew one person when I started riding with them,” said Pirozek. “Now that I’ve been riding, it’s such a community and they are helping me be a better rider. It’s so cool to just text someone and say, ‘Hey wanna go on a ride.’” n

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by Bike Paul and Carol Sanders of Bedford have visited New York City many times over the last six years to see their son Taylor but on May 3 they experienced NYC in a whole new way.

They were among 32,000 cyclists who toured all five boroughs of the city as part of the Five Boro Bike Tour. The tour is a 40-mile ride through Manhattan, Staten Island, Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, and across five major bridges.

“It was a fun day. We started in the shadow of Tower One (One World Trade Center) in lower Manhattan and ended up back at Staten Island for a festival,” said Sanders.

The ride was closed to motor vehicle traffic, said Sanders, but with 32,000 bikes in the ride, there was still traffic to contend with.

“You had to really concentrate because there were so many bikes,” she said. “We saw a lot of wrecks.”

The couple rented road bikes from a local bike shop to use and toted them on the subway to the start of the ride. She said getting to see the city from a bicycle made the ride a special experience.

Carol, who took up cycling three years ago, said she now looks for rental bikes and trails to ride on when she and Paul, a retired graphic arts teacher, travel.

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Carol and Paul Sanders participated in the New York City Five Boro Bike Tour on May 3, 2015. One World Trade Center looms above them at top and they are at their assigned starting wave at right.

“Last fall, we rode 20 miles in Italy,” she said.

When asked if they would ride the Five Boro Bike Tour again, Sanders said probably not, but not because they didn’t enjoy it. Right after they completed the ride, their son moved to the West Coast, so she expects they will be looking for new places to ride on their trips west. n

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ACHIEVE Community Update

By John Quentin West

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Let’s energize! Nancy Wroblewski, Quentin West, and Samantha Monnett with Arlington Elementary fourth graders.

Energize Paves Way for Minutes a Day

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Editor’s Note: John Quentin West is a graduate student with AmeriCorps Improving Health Throughout Indiana.

During the school year, school-aged children sit throughout the day. They get up in the morning, eat breakfast, and then sit down for the next seven-plus hours. When they get home, they sit for dinner and homework, making their way to the television in between. They may get up to use the restroom or move from one class to the next, but for the majority of the day, children are at a desk or on the couch. Elementary students are lucky enough to not only get a physical education class a couple of times per week, but recess daily as well. But even the extra 30 minutes is not enough.

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Any and all sources now point to 60 minutes as the minimum that children should play every day of the week, including recommendations from the American Medical Association and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Moderate to vigorous exercise is recommended, meaning that the options are limitless.

On top of recess every day, children could also go to the park after school and on the weekends. Swimming, sports practices and even running around the yard are all great ways to stay active. When it’s raining or too cold, kids can still do jumping jacks inside the home.

The Energize program has been run by Nancy Wroblewski for the past eight years at the Southeast Branch of the Monroe County YMCA to keep children active and healthy. Each week of the 2014-15 school year, she visited 14 different classrooms ranging from second to fourth grade. To assist in lesson planning and implementation, she has the help of Sami Monnett and myself. Monnett, a senior dietetics major at Indiana University, usually tackles the

nutrition portion of the lessons, while as a first-year graduate student in public health and current AmeriCorps member, I work with the children to learn about physical activity.

During the fall of 2014, I created a way to encourage the students to exercise outside of school. Each week the students added up all of the things they did for physical activity, anything from walking the dog to gymnastics. They were awarded stickers based on how many minutes they had, keeping them on a chart for all their classmates to see. From the time the program started in October until the end of December, there was a noticeable difference in the way the students viewed physical activity. Those who were awarded gold stars for the highest level of play were not only ecstatic, but encouraged. They knew that they had earned that sticker, and wanted nothing more than to receive the same the next week. Students who could not seem to get enough minutes throughout the week were always eager to find a new way to exercise. As the weeks went on, classmates shared their calendars with others, helping each other learn new activities they could do at

home. Each month a newsletter went home to the parents. These newsletters not only spoke of what the students were learning, but also gave tips for the family to stay healthy and active together. The spring semester built on the new ideas, keeping students encouraged and getting them ready for the summer away from school.

Energize has always been great at teaching lessons in nutrition, as well as showing the children new games to play. This year, another focus has been on physical activity, and ways to stay fit away from school. The program as a whole reaches hundreds of elementary students every year, with the alumni in the thousands.

During the summer, Energize will be working on creating a leisure education brochure about local places to play and be active. When children are active at least 60 minutes a day, and keep a healthy diet including fruits and vegetables, they will be far more likely to carry on that into adulthood. Energize strives to keep that trend in the right direction. n ACHIEVE is a local organization that strives to make the healthy choice the easy chaoice

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Clarksville Marker at the George Rogers Clark Homesite near the Falls of the Ohio in Clarksville, Ind. COURTESY PHOTO

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he year was 1976 and as part of the United States of America’s bicentennial celebration there was a bike tour across the country.

Monroe County surveyor Kevin Enright, now 65, lived along the bikers’ route and seeing the riders that day inspired him to attempt a similar feat in Indiana.

This year, on June 12, joined by biking companion Dave Campbell, 73, the pair completed a three-and-ahalf day journey using numerous trails and bikefriendly roads from Lake Michigan to Bloomington.

They conquered the 105-mile Ohio River to Bloomington trip on June 30. The goal is to connect the routes to create a map spanning the length of the state.

“From the small little towns to the biggest city, Indiana has a lot to offer and the best way to experience it is on bike,” Enright said.

While USA’s bike tour was his early inspiration, Enright said things really started rolling after he was approached to help map a backpacking route from Chicago to Louisville through Indiana for a guidebook. It was then he noticed all the bike trails available along the way and it was the final push. All that remained was to test it, he said.

In 2014, Enright set out solo, charting along the way, to confirm his theory and since then, he has been fine tuning his findings.

Campbell said Enright challenged him to come along after sharing his experience. They go on 25-30 mile bike rides regularly so he was able to keep pace with Enright, he said.

“The experience for me was personally rewarding in the sense it just confirms that age should not be a limitation to doing a trip of this magnitude,” Campbell said. “I see it as a stepping stone for something bigger. Without hesitation I would do the trip again, or a different and longer trip in the near future.”

Campbell said his preparation for the trip started in the winter by riding a stationary bike in his basement before transitioning to biking 25 miles several days a week.

The recent Ohio River to Bloomington trip will not be the last time these riders will make such a journey.

Enright said he plans on doing this again. Each time he learns more and moves closer to his goal of putting together his own guide so others can enjoy the experience as well, he said.

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Dave Campbell waits out a storm in Westfield at the start of the Monon Trail into Indy. This was at the 85-mile mark on the third day of the trip with another 8 miles to travel.

For those who may be on the fence about getting active, Enright strongly suggests biking. He said the activity is more exciting than other forms of exercise and it allows a person to enjoy the outdoors. Campbell agreed, adding there are a number of trails to take advantage of both locally and beyond county boundaries.

“If you are not currently a rider, start riding because it is a wonderfully exhilarating and intoxicating way to enjoy nature, get off the the sofa and burn some calories,” Campbell said.

Enright said he hopes his efforts bring attention to what the state’s trail system has to offer, adding that, much like the bike tour across the country in recognition of USA’s bicentennial, a similar tour for the state’s bicentennial next year will be wonderful.

“I know they have a lot of events planned,” Enright said. “But I think this is a good way to see what Indiana has to offer and what Indiana has to celebrate.” n

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CALENDAR

July Limestone 5K Run 18 and Walk WHEN: 8 a.m.

WHERE: Lawrence County

Boys & Girls Club, 2009 19th St., Bedford, Ind. DESCRIPTION: This event is raising funds for the Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence County MORE INFO: mag7raceseries.com on the Water 25 History Paddling Trip WHEN: 8 a.m.

WHERE: Allens Creek State Rec-

reation Area on Lake Monroe DESCRIPTION: Our focus will be on the lake’s fascinating cultural history and the pre-reservoir residents of the Allens Creek area. Two to three hours. Bring your own canoe/kayak, or rent a kayak from us for $25. This is an easy paddling trip that is appropriate for beginners (who have at least two hours of prior paddling experience). Intermediate/advanced paddlers are also welcome.

MORE INFO: Sign up at http:// bit.ly/historywaterjuly2015.

Preregistration required by July 21. Program fee is $10 per person.

Limited to 15 people, minimum age of 15.

Hornet 5K 25 Solsberry WHEN: 8 a.m.

WHERE: Solsberry United Meth-

odist Church, 10051 E. Wilkerson Drive, Solsberry, Ind. MORE INFO: mag7raceseries.com

Aug. Mustang Stampede 7K WHEN: 8 a.m.

WHERE: Edgewood Intermediate School, 7600 W. Reeves Road, Ellettsville, Ind.

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DESCRIPTION: This event is raising funds for Edgewood Boys and Girls tennis teams.

MORE INFO: mag7raceseries.com

Morgan County Fair & Square 5K WHEN: 8 a.m.

WHERE: Morgan County Fair Grounds, 1749 Hospital Dr., Martinsville, Ind. DESCRIPTION: Flat, fast course.

This event is raising funds for Martinsville Boys and Girls cross country teams.

MORE INFO: mag7raceseries.com

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Nature on the Water Paddling Trip WHEN: 9 a.m.

WHERE: Allens Creek State Recreation Area on Lake Monroe DESCRIPTION: A naturalist guide will highlight flora and fauna during a leisurely exploration of Monroe Lake backwaters. Two hours 30 minutes. Bring your own canoe/kayak, or rent a kayak from us for an additional $25.

Beginning paddlers are welcome but must have at least two hours of prior paddling experience.

MORE INFO: Sign up at http://bit. ly/naturewateraug2015. Preregistration is required by August 7.

Limited to eight people. Restricted to ages 16 and up. Program fee is $10 per person.

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MidSummer Challenge WHEN: 8 a.m.

WHERE: Bloomington High School North, 3901 N. Kinser Pike, Bloomington, Ind. MORE INFO: mag7raceseries.com

the ongoing cost of sustaining the Tivoli Theater operation.

MORE INFO: mag7raceseries.com Annual ‘Head for 22 3rd the Hills’ Patoka Lake Triathlon WHEN: 8:30 a.m.

WHERE: Patoka Lake beach DESCRIPTION: Head for the hills and race for a cause. All proceeds from this event will go to support Patoka’s non-releasable raptors: a red-tailed hawk, eastern screech owl and bald eagle.

Swim 500 yards in open water at the beach. Bike 12.8 miles along ‘hillacious’ paved roads within the property. Run 3.1 miles along groomed gravel roads and a paved bike trail.

MORE INFO: Go to http://headforthehillspatokalaketriathlon. itsyourrace.com/ to register.

Visit http://triathlons.dnr.in.gov/ for more information or call (812)685-2447. for Their 29 CPC–Run Lives XC 5K WHEN: 9 a.m.

WHERE: Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1503 West That Road, Bloomington, Ind. DESCRIPTION: The CPC “Run for their Lives” XC 5K consists of a competitive 5K run and walk and a 5K FUN walk on the cross country course at Emmanuel Baptist Church. The purpose of this race is to raise awareness and financial support for the Crisis Pregnancy Center and Hannah House in Bloomington, Ind. MORE INFO: mag7raceseries.com

River Run 6K–12K 22 WHEN: 8 a.m.

WHERE: Intersection of East Cooper and South Harrison streets, Spencer, Ind. DESCRIPTION: There is a 6K run, a 6K competitive walk and a 12K run. The River Run 6K/12K is part of the Riverfront Festival, which is a fundraising effort to support

Looking for more activities and events?

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5K 12 Bloomington Breakaway WHEN: 8:30 a.m.

WHERE: Chase Bank drive-

through parking lot, 184 N. Madison St., Bloomington, Ind. DESCRIPTION: 5K run and walk is a fundraiser for Community Kitchen and Middle Way House.

MORE INFO: mag7raceseries.com

20-25 September Escapade Touring Ride in Rural Indiana WHERE: Southeastern Indiana;

ride starts and ends at Hardy Lake SRA. DESCRIPTION: September Escapade will guide you to the scenic and historic sites of southeastern Indiana, with overnights at three state parks: Brown County (two nights), Spring Mill (one nights), and Clifty Falls (two nights). Routes use rural, hardsurfaced roads, with stops in small towns for services. Terrain ranges from rolling to hilly with some challenging hills. September Escapade offers a choice of inn lodging or tent camping at three state parks. Indiana state park inns are modern and well-appointed, with high-quality linens, comfortable furniture, air conditioning, and free WiFi. Five breakfasts and five dinners served in the inn dining rooms are included. Menus are carefully planned for sound nutrition and variety, and include vegetarian options. Expect to ride an average 70 miles on the days we travel to a new state park, and train to complete this distance over hilly terrain. Two layover days offer two or three loop rides of varying distances, or free time to explore the park, with activities such as hiking, horseback riding and photography.

MORE INFO: triri.org

Hoosiers Outrun Cancer 26 WHEN: 1-mile kids’ run and 1-mile family walk start at 10 a.m.

The 5K timed race starts at 10:20 a.m. and the 5K walk starts at 10:25 a.m.

WHERE: Indiana University Memorial Stadium DESCRIPTION: This year marks the 16th running of Hoosiers Outrun Cancer. This fantastic fall race—again voted the No. 1 local road race in The Herald-Times Readers’ Choice Awards—benefits the IU Health Olcott Center.

MORE INFO: www.hoosiers outruncancer.org

Oct. Bedford Half Marathon WHEN: 8 a.m.

WHERE: All races will start and finish on the town square.

DESCRIPTION: This family-friendly running event promotes health and wellness while showcasing Bedford. The event offers an option for everyone, including a half marathon, 5K run and 1-mile family fitness walk. The event will benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence County.

MORE INFO: www.BedfordHalfMarathon.com

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Crane Commodore 24 NSA Run Half Marathon & 5K DESCRIPTION: Naval Support Activity Crane intends to re-start the Commodore Run Half-Marathon and 5K Run/Walk this fall.

The race will take place on NSA Crane. This event began in 1986 and was held annually until the events of 9/11 led to its suspension. Both the half marathon and 5K courses will be new this year.

Participation in this year’s event will be capped at 500 runners.

MORE INFO: Please follow the Naval Support Activity Crane Facebook page at https:// www.facebook.com/pages/ Naval-Support-Activity-Crane-

IN/182791225543 to receive race updates and base information.

Behrman Color the 24 Jill Campus Run/Walk WHEN: 11 a.m.

WHERE: Indiana University Student Recreational Sports Center, 1601 Law Lane, Bloomington, Ind. DESCRIPTION: Now in its 16th year, the JB5K was created to keep the memory of Jill alive and to bring awareness to issues of violence in our community.

In addition to the Color The Campus Run, workshops related to assault awareness, assault prevention and self-defense will be offered throughout the year.

MORE INFO: www.iurecsports. org/jbrez

Annual Run/Walk 24 11th to the Creek WHEN: Run/walk starts at 9:30 a.m.

WHERE: McCormick’s Creek State Park.

DESCRIPTION: Portions of the proceeds will be donated to McCormick’s Creek State Park.

MORE INFO: www.racetrackers.com/page/ show/214710-run-to-the-creek Contact is Del Backs dbacks@ racetrackers.com

Bloomington’s Breast 24 Cancer Awareness Walk WHEN: Registration at 8:30 a.m., survivor recognition ceremony at 9 a.m., and the approximately 1-mile walk immediately following.

WHERE: Showers Plaza, 401 E. Morton, Bloomington, Ind. DESCRIPTION: This annual local Bloomington event is free and promotes awareness of the importance of prevention and early detection of breast cancer.

Donations are gladly accepted and all proceeds go to local breast cancer causes. Bring your family, friends and well-behaved pets. Free T-shirts as supplies last.

July 2015 • INstride 21

SPOTTED Jamie Gratzer, left, and coworker Dan Weddle, both of Cook, Inc., take a run on a trail around the northwest Monroe County YMCA near Cook Inc. in Bloomington.

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Danny Denny, 63, always reads the newspaper while working out on the bike at the Monroe County YMCA.

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Elaine Gaul gets an hour of elliptical in three times a week at the northwest Monroe County YMCA.