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16 The Canadian Statesman, Bowmanvillc, February 17,1988 Section Two Generous Donation from Hospital Auxiliary The Memorial Hospital Auxiliary has once again answered a need. The Auxiliary Auxiliary recently purchased six "Patient Mates" tables for the medical rehabilitation rehabilitation wing of Memorial Hospital. The tables (which offer drawer and vanity space, as well as a fold out extension table area) will be used by patients in the rehabilitation wing. While the Memorial Auxiliary is a front-runner when it comes to helping out with needed equipment, there are many areas that could be helped by the town's service groups and organizations, according to hospital personnel. Pictured above, back from left, Vivian Cowan (President of the Memorial Memorial Hospital Auxiliary), Sonia Peczeniuk (Director of Nursing) and Dorothy Stewart (Medical Rehabilitation Head Nurse). Bill Barraball, a patient at Memorial Memorial Hospital, is seen trying oiit one of the tables. Fitness: How to Get Started Bv Lindsay Bolton, Durham Region Fitness Council The elevator broke and climbing those two flights of stairs left you gasping for breath half-way up. You're so tired at the end of the workday that all you can do is collapse in front of thé television set. You can't do up the top button of your pants without taking deep breath. Most people know that it's high time they started a fitness program but many don't know how to go about it. This article may help to get you going in the right direction and keep you going once you're underway. underway. Before starting on a fitness fitness program checkto make sure that there are not any restrictions on your activity program. For most people, physical activity should not pose any problem or hazard. The following PAR- Q (Physical Activity Readiness Readiness Questionnaire) was developed developed by the British Columbia Columbia Department of Health to identify the small Let a former Police Officer be your voice in court. No Cost Consultation Low Cost Representation. ST 436-7194® 249 KING ST. E. (Across from the Oshawa Provincial Court) number of adults who should have medical advice concerning the type of activity activity which would be most suitable for them. 1. Has your doctor ever said you have heart trouble? 2. Do you frequently have pains in your heart and chest? 3. Do you often feel faint or have spells of severe dizziness? dizziness? 4. Has a doctor ever said your blood pressure was too high? 5. Has your doctor ever told you that you have a bone or joint problem such as arthritis that has been aggravated by exercise or might be made worse by exercise. .... L .. 6. Is there a good physical reason not mentioned here why you should not follow an activity program even if you wanted to? 7. Are you over age 65 and not accustomed to vigorous exercise? If you answered "yes" to any question or are over the age of 50, consult with your' doctor before starting an exercise program. Once you've cleared your participation in physical activity, it's time to take a look at the fitness "menu". -A person embarking on am exercise program in the '80's is faced with a mind boggling array of choices ranging from computerized exercise equipment to walking programs. Choose an activity which is enjoyable enjoyable and fits well with your budget and lifestyle. It's not necessary to adopt a rigid and narrow training schedule. As Participaction states in "Fitness: The Facts" : "fitness is not some- thingyou do instead of fun." Convenience may also play a big factor when it comes to sticking with an exercise program. A fitness DON'T DRINK BAD WATER! 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Treat yourself to something special to reinforce your good habits. Self-consciousness may be the number one deterrent deterrent to keeping on an exercise exercise program. Remember that most people are too involved involved with their own activities activities to pay attention to you. You may experience a few aches and pains when taking up a new activity. Minor aches and pains are usually signs that underused underused muscles and joints are finally being used. If you have more than a small amount of stiffness, your body is trying to tell you to take it easier next time. The old saying: "no pain, no gain" should not be a part of your fitness program. A fitness appraisal can be a very helpful starting point for those taking up a fitness program. The appraisal will give an estimate of your overall physical fitness as well as providing an exercise exercise prescription that matches your personal ac-. tivity preferences. Many fitness fitness centres, Y.M.C.A.'s, Y.W.C.A.'s and recreation departments offer fitness appraisals. When inquiring about this type of program, check to make sure that the person administering the appraisal is either a Registered Registered or Certified Fitness Appraiser from the Canadian Canadian Association of Sport Sciences. Finally, don't let a small setback become an excuse for giving up. Fitness is not without its ups and downs; if you've been sidelined for a while, get right back on track. You may need to' make allowances for the decrease decrease in your fitness level, but the important thing is to jump right back in. ONLY BOWMANVILLF. OSHAWA DOr/TE DEALER ING VAR MOTORS LIMITED L : 1428 KING ST. E., OSHAWA xsrn NOW OPEN SATURDAYS i ti - 723-1175 -, a 723-1176 Come see: Robert Bennett. Ron Peters. Lyle Smith. Terry Peters or Ted Whiling Ask your neighbor wiry Urey bought Ihru new c.rr liom Kmgv.ii Motor, Important Project for Ont. Women's Institutes For almost 50 vears. "Tweedsmuir History Books" have been an important important on-going project of Federated Women's Institutes Institutes of Ontario. These books are comprehensive, factual collections of historical historical data of com- munitities across Ontario. During Lord Tweedsmuir's term as Governor Governor General of Canada, Lady Tweedsmuir took great interest in the Women's Institute. She stressed the need for preserving preserving the history of our Canadian people, places, customs and activities. Federated Federated Women's Institutes of Ontario decided to act upon her suggestion and a "Tweedsmuir History Book" became the project of each Women's Institute Branch within Ontario. Today, 1100 branches each have a Tweedsmuir History Book and many branches have two or three volumes. Main topics covered in these books are -- Branch Women's Institute and its contribution to the welfare and development of the community; general community community history; individual families and homes; schools and education; churches and their organizations; organizations; industries past and present; libraries; municipal municipal government; recreation; recreation; and war records. The Curators are being very progressive and are aware of how much these community history books mean and are being used in Ontario. They are conducting conducting workshops on Recording Recording Your Family History; Preservation of Photographs; Photographs; and Oral History Recording. The Books are being copied, laminated and microfilmed. The Curators frequently submit articles to magazines and papers; work with Historical Historical Societies; and are guest speakers at other organizations. organizations. Historical researchers researchers often use these Books as a source of reference. The Women's Institute Tweedsmuir History Committees Committees strive to record what is happening today in their communities, because today's current affairs are tomorrow's histories. Youngsters Recogn ize Familiar Block Paren ts Signs K -sCafe 1 IL ■ 1 yj v. The Town of Newcastle's Block Parents arc once again holding a grocery raffle as part of their ongoing fund-raising effort. The winner of the raffle will be given a $300 certificate to be spent at the grocery store of his or her choice. Second and third prizes are $100 and $50 certificates respectively, while the seller of the winning ticket will receive $50. Here, Block Parent Volunteer Bev Fry (left) sells a ticket to Carol Cameron, while Kayla Myers and Stephanie Cameron display the familiar Block Parent signs. Buyers will have up to March 26 to purchase their tickets. Proceeds will be used for educational resources resources teaching children how to stay safe. : 'S-?! 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