Friends,
Hazel loves Lynn
Have you ever been in the gym when Sarah and Adam get to the gym with Hazel? Hazel runs wide open through the gym to find Lynn. Lynn gives Hazel some special love each time she gets to her. Last Friday, Lynn through Hazel for a loop because she was on the Bellicon. That didn’t stop Hazel from finding her. They sure do have a bond with each other 😊
A huge THANKS goes out to the people at Solv Holdings
The people at Solv Holdings love our mission and wanted to support us in some way. They generously donated two pieces of SciFit adaptive equipment. The equipment just got installed yesterday. The first piece is a stepper that moves both the legs and the arms. It has ramps on it and can be driven onto with a wheelchair. This is a very high demand piece of equipment that strengthens many of our friends with MS.
The second is like a stationary bike that moves both the hands and feet at the same time. This machine also has ramps on it for a wheelchair plus it has leg braces to help keep the legs in proper alignment while using it. We currently don’t have a machine like this with the braces for the legs. This will be a very popular and beneficial machine.
I’m really looking forward to seeing the progress people make with these machines. We’ll be able to get two more people working hard in the cardio classes now. This is exciting! Again, a huge THANKS to our friends at Solv Holdings.
Valentines Day Fairy Food orders
Our dear friend Shennan Helbig is offering to make homemade fairy food as a fundraiser for our MS-Just Keep Moving mission again this year. She’s been doing this for us for years. If you haven’t had Shennan’s fairy food in the past, I can tell you it’s very good. A little too good. It just melts in your mouth and takes you to a real sweet spot. Thank you, Shennan!
There will be a sign-up sheet at the gym. If you’d like to order some of Shennan’s famous fairy food, you can order it on the order sheet at the gym before January 24th . The candy will be delivered before Thursday, February 13th, just in time for Valentine’s Day. 100% of the proceeds go to our MS-Just Keep Moving mission. Again, THANK YOU Shennan! And thank you to all who order fairy food.
Spin / Cycle Classes Friday’s @ 9:00am
Mike Beiermeister is offering to lead some spin / cycle classes again this year on Friday mornings @ 9:00 in the front room.
I did this class last week and really enjoyed it. We all did. I’m not sure if people liked the music (Mike plays really good music), biking, the people who are doing it together or…they just love Mike. I’m thinking it’s the people who are doing it together and loving Mike. I could be wrong…it could be the music. I guess you’ll have to do the class and decide for yourself. 😊
Please be prompt and ready to start riding @ 9:00am. Spin bikes are limited so it will be on first come first serve. Let’s get ready for spring bike riding.
Thanks, Mike for offering to lead these classes again!
No Regrets – Men’s Conference – February 1st
An opportunity for the men of MS-Just Keep Moving. Please join us on Saturday, February 1, 2025 to watch “Livestream” (on the BIG TV) the No Regrets Men’s Conference. The event starts at 8:00 AM and ends at 1:00 PM. This year’s theme is “Rescued”.
The event will feature group worship, compelling messages from leading pastors and teachers, testimonies of how other men have done it and seminars on the topics of most interest to you. Take advantage of this day to avoid the distractions of life and renew your dependence on Christ, the solid rock on which we stand.
Here is a link to the event – No Regrets Men’s Conference – No Regrets Men’s Conference (noregretsconference.org)
There is no cost to attend the event, but if you would like lunch, the cost would be $10.00. Please let Cal, Larry, or Dan know if you plan to attend.
Day of Endurance Training Kickoff
It’s January, that means it’s time to get our Day of Endurance training journey started. We will doing a kickoff presentation on Friday, January 31st from 11:00am – noon.
We will be sharing experiences from prior years, explaining the program and answering any questions about the journey. Let’s make this journey and experience the best yet and have some fun…together.
Ed and Adam’s Podcast
This week, Adam and Ed made a podcast about the New Year. Be sure to listen to it to get glimpse of the New Year from their perspective.
Here’s a link:
Happy New Year! by Positive Vibes Living with MS
Thanks Adam, Ed and Ava for doing these podcasts together!
Member Spotlight – Keith Konen
We truly appreciate our volunteers and all they do for us. We are so blessed to be surrounded by such selfless, loving people. Keith is a good example of that.
Cardio and Balance Programs
These classes are aimed to get everyone exercising together. I like that word “together” 😊. We’ll need help from volunteers before and after the cardio class on Wednesdays and Fridays to get members on and off equipment. All are welcome and encouraged to join…friends with MS, volunteers and caregivers.
Monday evenings (open from 4:00pm – 7:00pm)
5:00 pm: High intensity interval training (HIIT)
5:30 pm: Standing balance
6:00 pm: Seated balance
Wednesdays
8:30am – 9:00am: Cardio exercise
Location: in the big room using aerobic equipment in front of big TV
Pick your favorite piece of equipment to use, bring a water bottle, and arrive a few minutes early to get the equipment set up to your height.
10-10:30am: Cardio exercise
Location: in the big room using aerobic equipment in front of big TV
Pick your favorite piece of equipment to use, bring a water bottle, and arrive a few minutes early to get the equipment set up to your height.
10:30 – 11:00am Tai Chi led by Ricky
Fridays:
9:30 – 10:00am: High intensity interval training (HIIT) body weight circuit class. Great for those who aren’t attending Friday morning bike rides and want to get their heart pumping! Geared to intermediate to advanced ability level. Class may be indoors or outdoors depending on weather. Find Dr Kate at the start of the class time.
10:00 – 10:30 am: Seated balance class
10:30 – 11am: Standing balance class
Pick the class / classes you feel most able and comfortable participating in. We will have chairs set up to sit on and/or use for balance support.
Email Dr Kate at kborn1234@gmail.com with any questions.
Friday Morning Bike Ride
We are done for the season. Let’s work hard over the winter so we can pick right back up where we left off. Let’s enjoy our winter together and think Spring!
Educational Sessions
Friday, January 10th 11:00am – 12:00 pm- Volunteer meeting. Kate will facilitate a meeting to hear from volunteers about successes, struggles, or anything in between. We will also discuss tips and tricks with helping members.
Friday, January TBD 11:00am – 12:00 pm- Dr Kate Kern will demo the steps it takes to get up from the ground, whether it be from a fall or on purpose!
Friday, January 31st 11:00am – Noon. Day of Endurance Training Kick Off. Dr Kate Kern and Dan Erschen will explain how the Day of Endurance journey will work this year and how we will help you enjoy this journey and do the best you can.
Future topics could include: emotional health, nutrition, yoga, tai chi, wellness topics, safe use of gym equipment for your body, best exercise for you and more. What topics would you like to see? Please let Dr Kate, Joan, Traci, Ricky or Dan know.
Let’s get together!
We’ll be getting together from 8:00am – noon on Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings at the gym. Plus Monday evenings from 4:00pm – 7:00pm. I hope you’ll join us!
Wisconsin Metal Parts – Westmound Building
MS-Just Keep Moving, Inc.
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Prayer Group We’ll be having our prayer group Wednesday from 11:00am – noon.
I just love the way we share, pray and laugh together while we witness prayers being answered weekly. It’s truly amazing!
Thanks goes to God and to everyone that joins us. Let’s get together to share, listen, talk, give thanks, and pray however God leads us.
MS-Just Keep Caring – Our Caregivers support group will be the first and third Friday of each month from 10:00 – 10:30am. The next one will be Friday, January 17th, 2025. If you’re a caregiver of someone you love with MS, please join us and share your experience of caring for your loved one. This has been very helpful for many. Thanks to all who participate!
Our Facebook page is private. That means you’ll need to join if you want access to all our fun and progress. We’re now at 577 members. That’s awesome! https://www.facebook.com/groups/2639832389489709
Our Facebook page is active and fun. Lots of people are doing more and sharing their journey on Facebook. Feel free to join, post and share your experiences and comments.
There were some awesome pictures, videos and comments shared again this past week. Thank you to all who are sharing!
Thai Massage with Ricky Heldt
Ricky will be here on Wednesdays doing Thai Massage.
There is a sign-up board to be used to accommodate your needs for your exercise plan. Some people with spasticity need to be massaged / stretched out before they can exercise. Some people need a massage after a hard workout to loosen up their tight muscles or relieve pain.
We have limited spots for massages, please be considerate of people that need the massage the most in order to do the exercises they need to do or recover from the exercises they just did.
You can pick the time slot that works for you.
Reiki with Linda and Mary Linda and Mary will be here on Fridays doing Reiki. Many people say their Reiki work is “magical”. We’re thankful for Linda and Mary for sharing their gifts and talents with us. Feel free to let them know you’d like to do Reiki with them. They also have a sign-up sheet.
Inspirational Humor with Adam Wollert
We’ll be having our inspirational humor zoom call with Adam again next Tuesday. Adam is a gift to all of us. Thanks to all who joined us today!
Please join us if you can.
Tuesdays @ 1:30PM
Here’s the link to join us…I hope you do!
Join Zoom Meeting with this link
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/9431389152?pwd=bWlYbFNaazVnM1M1cWxWMitlODdXUT09
Meeting ID: 943 138 9152
Passcode: 3qP2hu
Phone: 1-312-626-6799
Let’s reach out
I encourage you to share a smile and encouragement with someone. Perhaps you could call someone that you have not talked with for a while just to say hi and see how they are doing. We all could use a little extra love and encouragement.
MS is tough. Let’s have faith, remain calm, be flexible, help each other and learn as much as we can about the challenges of each day as we make good choices and take action.
Let’s keep moving, smiling and loving 😊 It helps!
In God We Trust…we are in good hands.
Dan
Our Website: http://msjustkeepmoving.org/
P.S. This past week, it’s been getting a little colder out so there’s a little more ice forming along the shores. I find it beautiful.
I went back out to Delafield to see if the sandhill cranes were still here. Sure enough, they are…along with some ducks.
I got nice and close to a bluejay again this week. Of course, it’s not too hard when I put some bird food out on the ground. They like that 😊 All I have to do is wait for them to come eat it and then take their picture.
We had some fun on our Monday afternoon hike again this week. It might seem like a brown time of the year to be out there but there’s always God’s beauty to be found. I thought this heart shaped rock was kind of cool. A little love in nature.
This mushroom was interesting
We have fun on these hikes. The friends we are with are awesome!
Who knows when you’ll find an interesting tree to have a little fun on 😊
Even though it’s brown out, we seem to find some color when we’re out there.
And some interesting ice
And rocks 😊
It truly is a beautiful place to be.
When Steve is along, you never know what kind of surprises we’ll have.
For those who can’t get out and enjoy nature due your challenges with MS…my heart is with you. You are with me every time I’m out there. I enjoy being out there and I also enjoy sharing with you. I know how hard it is not to be able to get out and enjoy nature. Let’s enjoy nature and God’s beauty together this way.
