Run properly for good conditioning RUNNING is not only the overall best way to get into condi- tion, it is also the best overall trainer for pre- vention of sports injuries. Running in this sense of course, includes and cool-down. Running contributes to the tone of the muscles, the cardio-vascular ability to respond, the body’s ability to return tu a state Of rest, and because it edges you to top level conditioning, it is cred- ited with improving conti- dence and mental attitude. You must run properly however. Here are some chi- ropractic suggestions for cor- rect performance: A run relaxed. Too much .tension will inhibit the per- formance of the muscles; - Buse the ball of the foot for your running surface; @ point your toes straight ahead as the foot is planted warm-up . Seil your stuff. “24 hours a day. 7 days a week. WWW.HSnews.coim . on the ground; try to measure vour stride. A correct stride will not only feel comfortable, it will prob- ably be abour the same lenyth as your height; @ don't tilt too fr backward or forward as you run. Stride slightly forward with your head up; @ the movement of the arms is very important. In a smooth action, the arm must move in, unison with che opposite leg. The upper arm and shoulder should stay relaxed throughout — the swing and hands should not come above the shoulder; @ proceed with health in mind. Avoid putting yourself into injury territory unneces- sarily, That means warming Up, appropriate clothing, a realistic goal, and time spent on cooling down. For more tips on proper running techniques visit the Canadian Chiropractic Association Web site at —News Canada HEALTH: Stuttering clinic grant avai COLUMBIA Speech and Language Services Inc. is offering a grant for a needy adolescent ta attend a Spring Break Intensive Stuttering Treatment Clinic for Adolescents and Pre-teens that begins on March 17. The grant, werth $1,850, will provide full funding for a child to go to the clinic or will provide top-up funding for pwo or more children who have partial funding from charities or other sources. The Vancouver speech therapy clinic is run by Vendy Duke, a speech pathologist and West Vancouver resident. The stuttering treatment is specifically designed for the needs of adolescents who stutter and their families. Duke said that children in the stuttering treatment pro- gram tend to improve faster than adults, perhaps because Student artist, Kyungmi Hur in front of mural of the ship “St. Roch”. CELEBRATE HERITAGE WEEK > habits aren’t yet so ingrained. Applicants for the grant inust have proof of financial need and meet other criteria. The deadline for applying for the grant is March 1. For more information, call 875- 183 Pemberion Ave. | 985-7195 February 21-27, 2000. Please join us for the unveiling of an exciting new community art project commemorating the vibrant history of our waterfront! A ss JO’ Weekend designed for women who need to have a break fromi city life. Our special weekend takes ‘place at a100-acre waterfront country estate on Pender Island, the jewel of the Gulf Islands. SHIPYARD STORIES: “Murals of our Community’s Heritage 11:00 am Saturday, February 26, 2000 PGE Station, Carrie Cates Court at the foot of Lonsdale Avenue “Shipyard Stories” is a collaboration of: Sutherland School Grade-i 1/12 students and art teacher, - Dorothy Foster; local artist, Judy Prendergast; Youth Service Canada Ambassadors; North Vancouver Community Arts Council; North Vancouver Museum & Archives; City of North Vancouver; North Shore Neighboyrhood Hause; North Shore Arts Commission and PricewaterhouseCooper Inc. (Versatile Shipyards) and Lynn Valtey Lions. his relaxing weekend includes: .” “e’"twy nights accommodalion « Five gourmet méals + Craft _, Workshops + * Tour of Pender ¢ Hot tub & sauna ¢ Entertainment iL - mod “person per night. Pluss taxes ele. EF mn ‘|p E 1 =| 4 | > me ted be 0 | & | ag Presentations to be provided by’ Mayor Barbara A. Sharp, Artist, Judy Prendergast at work on mural. previous employees of Versatile Shipyards and artists. Friday shivugh Sunday March lovh-12th, 2000, April 14th-16th 2000 _ Special mother & daughter weekend May 12th-14th 2000 Masscuse available during the weekend at special prices Mayor BarbansA Sharp Councillor Bill Bell city © Councillor Bob Fearntey Councilior Craig Keating Clam Bay, 9202 Clam Bay Road, Pender Island, B.C. VoN 2h : email: clambay@what.com www. clambay. com 1-800-626-5955