March xo expedition

What? Orienteering
If you like maps and enjoy walking in the woods this expedition is for you. The short course is approximately 2-3 km. Join Ryan Jennings, 2005 State Orienteering Champ for one of his favorite activities!

When? Saturday, March 29
Departing from xo fitness studio in De Pere at 10 am; returning about 4 pm.

Where? Greenbush
Located between Fond du Lac and Sheboygan just off of Hwy 23. From Hwy 23 take Hwy A into Greenbush. At the center of Greenbush get on Hwy T going south. When the road forks about 1 mile out of town go left on Kettle Moraine Dr. Watch for signs which look just like the markers. Don’t worry, we will carpool!

Who? xo fitness clients & friends are invited but please RSVP. The Badger Orienteering event is open to the public.

What to bring? Dress in layers according to forecast; compass, water bottle & snacks.

Cost? $10 registration fee payable to Badger Orienteering at the event.

Lessons available: Ryan will give you direction to help you get started with your map and compass.

RSVP to attend or find out more: email ryan@xofitness.com or call (920) 339-0630

March Moves of the Month

Spending too much time at your desk is tough on your body...

Here are some of my favorite stretches! Please share these with all your co-workers!!!

Chest Stretch

Clasp your hands; inhale and reach up as high as you can, then exhale lowering hands behind head; inhale and exhale reaching elbows out toward opposite walls.

Torso Twist

Sit tall; reach hand across to outside of opposite knee; reach arm around back of chair if possible and look over back shoulder. Inhale reaching the top of your head up to the ceiling, exhale and twist one more inch, inhale again and then as you exhale release the twist and face forward. Repeat on other side.

Lat Stretch

No, I'm not beating my head on the desk! Instead, place your hands on the edge of your desk and roll your chair back away from your desk. Keep your back straight; and sink your torso toward the floor pressing your hips away from your desk.

FREE Adventure Racing Clinic!

When? Saturday, March 15, Noon to 2pm.
Where? At the xo fitness studio, 100 S. Broadway, De Pere, WI.
What? We will cover all the basics of adventure racing: training, gear, strategies.

RSVP: email ryan@xofitness.com or call 920-339-0630.

So what is an Adventure Race? These races involve co-ed teams of 2, 3 or 4 individuals following a map and completing a course on foot, bike and boat. Some teams are in it to win; many others are out to finish and have fun. It’s a great time! We love this and want to share it with you!

Is there a good one for beginners? Yes! The Mini-Mad Dash on Sunday, May 3rd http://www.adventurenorth.net/ Register NOW…It’s a great reason to GET OUT and use your BIKE and CANOE as soon as the ice clears.

We want to be your Adventure Advisors!

February xo expedition photos

If you haven't been to Barkhausen snowshoeing: We highly recommend this beautiful gem that includes a very nice interpretive center. Snowshoeing, complete with snowshoes is just $4 for adults and $2 for kids.

The kids had a ball chasing each other around on trail and off. But after they wear out, they make for a pretty good resistance workout if you have the good fortune to tow them!

What is Orienteering?

Orienteering is a great big treasure hunt in the woods for adults. Armed with only a compass, you are given a detailed map that shows where markers are hidden. Your job is to choose how to get from marker to marker in the most efficient manner. The shortest route may be very physically challenging while a slightly longer route may be easier and faster. Thinking on your feet is the name of the game!

While competitors try to be the fastest to find all the markers, it is normal to find young families and retirees enjoying a fine day stomping about the woods. Coaching is available at every event and the cost is minimal, so get out there! Here's a marker: Here is the link to the Badger Orienteering website: http://userpages.itis.com/kevin/ We have excellent maps of some of the most interesting terrain in the entire midwest.

I try to go to as many of these as I can, so if you want to carpool, email me at ryan@xofitness.com

Snow, snow, snow!

We really LOVE snow.

These are the BEST snow conditions in 20 years! Get out and enjoy it!http://www.co.brown.wi.us/parks/trails/index.asp

Our xo expedition snowshoeing at Barkhausen Waterfowl Refuge is NEXT weekend...February 24 to be exact. We hope you can come!
RSVP to ryan@xofitness.com

Scenes from our Janaury xo expedition

In January we went to Neshota County Park for our first ever xo expedition.

The weather was perfect and so were the trail conditions!