Parks & Recreation

311 Citilink

Columbus Consolidated Gov.

A ron Torbert

 

 

Alcohol in Moderation -

Yes, alcohol and celebrating go hand in hand, however, set a limit on how much you will consume and stick to it.

Drink one glass of water in between alcoholic beverages to keep you hydrated and pace your alcohol consumption.

Hydration -

Above all else, make sure that you hydrate your body with water as often as possible.

We all love a good cold soda, however, follow that up with some cold water so your body will not overheat.

Prevent Food-borne Illnesses 

To minimize cross-contamination, wash your hands before and after handling raw meat. 

Dry your hands on paper towels vs cloth towels, and discard quickly. 

Refrigerate meat that is waiting to be grilled and NEVER leave food (potato salad, slaw, or chicken salad) that requires refrigeration out in the sun.

Place these items in a pan filled with ice and serve from a shaded area if possible. Return items back to the refrigerator once serving has been complete.

ENJOY YOUR LABOR DAY CELEBRATION!!!

Harvest Bowls

By:Cindy Ware 

Iced Green Tea with Ginger, Mint and Honey

Serves 6 to 8

Ingredients: 

*6 cups water

*1/4 cup ginger, peeled and sliced

*3 to 6 bags green tea (depending on how strong you like your tea)

*1/2 cup mint leaves, tightly packed, plus extra to serve

*1/3 cup honey

*1 lemon, divided

In a medium-sized pot, combine the water and ginger slices.

Bring to a boil.

Once the water boils, remove from heat and add the tea bags and mint leaves.

Cover the pot and steep for about 15 minutes.

Strain the brewed tea; separating the liquid from the mint leaves and tea bags. Mix in the honey and juice from half of the lemon into the tea. Transfer to a pitcher and cool to room temperature before refrigerating.

Slice the second half of the lemon. 

When ready to serve, add 1 to 2 lemon slices into each glass, along with a few mint leaves and ice cubes. 

Once the tea has cooled, pour it into the glasses and serve.

Taco Tomatoes

By: Cindy Ware

     

Keep your kids safe and healthy.

Get involved with your kids' activities at home and at school to help ensure they are safe and healthy

Take steps to prevent the flu .

The single best way to protect against the flu is to get vaccinated each year in the fall. Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Wash your hands often. Stay home if you get sick.

Don't Drink and Drive

Alcohol use impairs skills needed to drive a car safely. It slows down reaction time and impairs judgement and coordination. Alcohol-related motor vehicle crashes kill someone every 48 minutes. Don't drink and drive, and don't let other drink and drive.

Wash Your Hands

Keeping your hands clean is one of the most important steps you can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. It's best to wash your hands with soap and clean running water for 20 seconds. If that's not possible, use alcohol-based hand rubs and sanitize.

According to the CDC, 1 in 3 adults just are not getting enough sleep.

50-70 million adults suffer from a sleeping disorder, while 37.9% fall asleep during the day or working hours.

If you find yourself falling asleep during working hours, here are a few helpful tips that you can try the night before to avoid finding yourself asleep at your desk or even the floor.

Following these tips daily will help, so you are not found sleeping on the floor at work the next day.

 

By : Carmen D. Hood

Phobias

Ever been afraid of something and never knew the technical term for it?

Well, here are just a few technical terms for some phobias that some of us or someone you may know may have:

Ablutophobia- Fear of washing or bathing.

Cacophobia- Fear of being unattractive.

Cyberphobia- Fear of computers or working on a computer.

Epistemophobia- Fear of knowledge.

Ergophobia- Fear of working.

Kathisophobia- Fear of sitting down.

Koinoniphobia- Fear of rooms

Just for fun, check the site and see if you have any of these phobias.

http://phobiolist.com/

By: Carmen D. Hood

Take the time to witness the dramatic display of colors among the foliage -bronze, brilliant orange, gold, crimson, and other autumn shades.

Celebrate the colors of the season. Get a sweater in warm pumpkin or burnt sienna; paint a wall of your house in a cool olive or mustard yellow; or get a few throw cushions in chocolate browns.

Go for a walk and take in the clean, crisp autumn air. Enjoy the sound of leaves crinkling and crackling underneath your shoes.

Have a photo-shoot among the falling leaves.

Collect golden autumn leaves and use them to decorate your dinner table, windowsills, or any other surface you choose. Also, make a bouquet of autumn leaves.

Rake a giant pile of leaves, take a few steps back, run, and jump in! End up lying on the ground, face up, watching the leaves fall from the trees, and the clear blue sky beyond.

Get a horn of plenty

a woven horned basket-and fill it with autumn produce such as apples, grapes, pears, potatoes, Indian corn, nuts, and wheat.

Start an impromptu football game.

Spend a Sunday afternoon doing nothing but watching football and eating chili.

Buy roasted chestnuts from a street vendor.

Find a foolproof recipe for a crock-pot meal or a hearty soup.

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Ways to Stay Fit This Fall

Find the Best Time To Work Out

In the summer, many people like to work out early to beat the heat. Once it gets cooler though, they switch to after work exercising more. To help determine what time is best for you, try alternating times and see which one works better for you. Also, tune into which exercises help make you feel more energized. Are you more exhausted after a morning workout and struggle through the day? Can you sleep after your evening workout? Find out what is right for you and stick with it.

Take Advantage of the Weather

We all know fall as the season for perfect weather, so this is the perfect time for outside exercise activities. Whether you want to hike, bike, or just walk around the block after dinner, make time each week to get outside. The cool crisp air is good for your body and it makes outdoor exercise more comfortable than the summer heat.

Start a Quick Cardio

Life gets busy this time of year and sometimes it can be hard to squeeze a workout in between work, meeting, daily commutes and time at home with the family. Plan quick cardio bursts throughout the day to keep the blood pumping. High intensity helps  you stay lean and fit.

Set Realistic Expectations

There is a good chance exercise will be more difficult in the colder months than it was in the summer months. Don't expect perfection. These types of high expectations will set you up for failure and feelings of inadequacy. Accept that some days the weather or your busy schedule will derail a workout.

But Don't forget to set Goals

Goals keep you focused, set two or three goals for the season. Maybe you want to train for a half a marathon, consistently log your nutrition or exercise three to five times a week. Whatever it is , write it down and put it where you can see it.

Limit your alcohol intake

Alcohol poses a number of problems. It is high in calories, lack nutrient value and lowers your inhibitions. As the holiday approach , be conscious of  your alcohol intake. It might be unrealistic to cut it out completely, but do your best to limit yourself to a glass of wine here or there.

Keep an Activity and Food Log

Record your daily exercise, plus what and how much you eat. Some researchers have found that just the act of recording results in better choices and a healthier diet. By writing everything down, you may also start to notice patterns. For example, you may observe that the days you don't exercise are also the days you eat poorly. You can then appropriate action.

Stock Up on In-Season Produce

Nutrition is an important part of your fitness plan. Find out what fruits and  vegetables are in-season and load them into your cart every week. You will save money and consume the vitamins and nutrients when they're at their peak.

 

Include Workouts You Can Do at Home

We do what comes easiest, so set yourself up for success by finding a close and convenient exercise location, which could be in your own living room. Thanks to workout DVD'S,  free YouTube channels and mobile apps, its never been easier to get a killer workout in without having to trudge all the way to the gym.

Team up with Family Members or Friends