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May 25

Mtn. View Quartet gospel singing in the Pinnacle Pavilion at Table Rock at 7:00 p.p.

May

Ring Making: Metal with Set Stones

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00-9:00 pm with Trish Stalb

The Arts Center, volunteerarts@explorearts.org, 864-633-5051.

June 1

McCall R.A. Camp Choir singing in the Pinnacle Pavilion at Table Rock June 1 at 7 p.m.

Yard Sale to benefit Pleasant Grove Baptist Church at intersection of Hwy. 8 and Hwy. 11, 8 a.m. until. Organized by the church WMU. Lot’s of furniture, toys, baby items and clothes.

June 2

Join Hunt’s Memorial Baptist Church (501 Alex Dr in Dacusville) on Sunday, June 2, 2013 for the annual Homecoming celebration! Services will be held at 10:30am with fellowship and lunch following the service. Pastor Paul Welch will deliver the sermon.

June 8

Easley High School Class of 1958 will have a class reunion 4-9 p.m. For more information call Myra McDonald at 859-7381 or Priscilla Lollis at 859-4005.

June 15

PPC Child Development Center Kids Classic 2nd Annual Golf Tournament

Come play “Fore the Kids” as Pickens Presbyterian Church Child Development Center hosts its 2nd Annual Golf Classic on Saturday, June 15 at The Rock at Jocassee. Registration is at 9 a.m. with a shotgun start at 10 a.m. $100 per person or $400 per team (including breakfast & lunch). Hole in One prizes include a BMW, airline tickets and more.

Call 878-9953 for more information.

June

June Community Events

Walk the Labyrinth

A mindful walking meditation will take place on Saturday, June 1, 8-10 a.m., behind the Daniel Chapel at Furman University. For more information, contact the Greenville Health System Life Center at 455-4001.

National Cancer Survivors Day

Cancer survivors and their families are invited to celebrate survivorship on Sunday, June 2, 3-4:30 p.m., at the TD Convention Center. Free; registration required. To register, call 1-877-GHS-INFO (447-4636) or visit ghs.org/healthevents.

Fat Counts

Find out how to choose low-fat, low-cholesterol foods on Monday, June 3, 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Free; registration required. To register, call 455-4010.

Stress Management

Learn to control stress so it doesn’t control you on Monday, June 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Fee: $20. To register, call 455-4001.

Yoga for Cancer Survivors

This eight-week yoga class for cancer survivors kicks off Thursday, June 6, 12:30-1:30 p.m., at the Cancer Institute of Greenville Health System. Free; registration required. To register, call 455-5809.

Lymphedema Prevention and Education

This class for cancer patients and their caregivers takes place Thursday, June 6, 4:15-5 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Free; no registration required. For more information, call 455-6233.

Salt Sense

Learn guidelines for eating less sodium, which can help manage congestive heart failure and hypertension, on Monday, June 10, 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., or 12:30 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Free; registration required. To register, call 455-4010.

Pets, Babies and Children: How to Make Everyone Happy

Learn the basics about pets and children and how to balance the two on Tuesday, June 11, 6:30 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. The same talk will be repeated on Tuesday, June 25, 6:30 p.m., at Hillcrest Memorial Hospital. Free; registration required. To register, call 455-4001.

Stress: Is It Worth Dying For?

Learn the origins of stress and how your body responds to it on Wednesday, June 12, 8:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Free; registration required. To register, call 455-4021.

Diabetes 101

Learn the basics about diabetes on Friday, June 14, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Free; no registration required. For more information, call 455-8722.

Know Your Numbers: Understanding Cholesterol

Increase your knowledge of cholesterol and the latest recommendations on Friday, June 14, at 12:30 p.m., or June 21, at 8:30 a.m. or 9:30 a.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Free; registration required. To register, call 455-5173.

More than Fat

Learn the heart healthy benefits of specific foods and nutrients on Monday, June 17, 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Free; registration required. To register, call 455-4010.

Metabolic Syndrome

Learn the risk factors that make up the metabolic syndrome and steps you can take to prevent or control diabetes, heart disease and stroke on Wednesday, June 19, 8:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Free; registration required. To register, call 455-4010.

Splash n’ Dash

This multi-sport competition for kids ages 3-16 includes a pool swim and cross country run. Event takes place Saturday, June 22, at the Greenville Health System Life Center and repeats on July 20 at the Caine Halter Family Y and August 3 at the GHS Family Y. Cost: $15/event. For details, visit ghs.org/splashndash.

Meet the Midwives

Learn about Greenville Health System’s nurse-midwifery program and how a midwife can enhance the birthing process on Tuesday, June 25, 6-8 p.m., at Greenville Midwifery Care. Free; registration required. To register, call 1-877-GHS-INFO (447-4636) or visit ghs.org/healthevents.

Exercise Prescription

Learn the components of a safe exercise program on Wednesday, June 26, 8:30 a.m. or 12:30 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Free; registration required. To register, call 455-4037.

Is Arthritis Pain a Handful?

Hand specialists with Greenville Health System will discuss the causes of hand pain and treatment options on Wednesday, June 26, 12-1 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Lunch provided. Free; registration required. To register, call 1-877-GHS-INFO (447-4636) or visit ghs.org/healthevents.

You Go Girl Sprint Triathlon

This women’s only event takes place Sunday, July 7, 7 a.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center and includes a 250-yard swim, 10-mile bike ride and 2.5-mile run. Cost: $55. To register, visit setupevents.com.

Let’s Talk About Mental Illness

Join clinicians from Greenville Health System for a discussion on mental illness on Friday, July 19, 12-1 p.m., at Centre Stage. Lunch provided. Free; registration required. To register, call 1-877-GHS-INFO (447-4636) or visit ghs.org/healthevents.

Smoking Cessation Support Group

This group meets every Tuesday from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Community Room at Patewood Memorial Hospital. No fee to attend. For more information, call 312-5671.

Weight Management Support Group

This group meets the first and third Wednesday, 6-7 p.m., at the Greenville Health System Life Center. Next class is June 5. No fee to attend. For more information, call 312-5671.

Cancer Survivors Support Group

Anyone who has ever had a cancer diagnosis is invited to join this support group, which meets the third Tuesday of every month from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the lobby of the Cancer Institute of Greenville Health System. A support group specifically for breast and gynecological cancer survivors takes place the fourth Tuesday of every month from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 455-5809.

Coffee Chat

Cancer survivors are invited to meet, relax and chat the third Friday of every month from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the lobby of the Cancer Institute of Greenville Health System.

Walking Club

Cancer patients, survivors and caregivers are invited to walk as a group every Friday. The group meets at 11 a.m. in the lobby of the Cancer Institute of Greenville Health System. To join the club, call 455-5809.

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(BPT) - Lives. Homes. Furniture. Even beds. People share a lot when a dog or cat is part of the family. Unfortunately, one trait that far too many owners and pets have in common is excess weight. In fact, two-thirds of U.S. adults and 55 percent of U.S. pets are considered overweight, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2009–2010, and the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 2012 Pet Obesity Study.
The silver lining is that while many pets and their owners are tipping the scales, losing weight is something they can do together, as people and pets make great weight loss partners for reasons both scientific and psychological.
For the second year in a row, Jenny Craig and Purina are pooling their resources to create a customized offering to help people and their pets lose weight together.
“Support while losing weight is invaluable,” says Jessica Collins, Area Market Director and spokesperson for Jenny Craig. “And a four-legged weight loss buddy can be the perfect partner, as they won’t judge and will provide great motivation to keep active by walking."
“Pets love exercising with their owners and can even help boost their owners’ time and intensity level,” said Purina Certified Weight Coach Heather Prendergast. According to Canadian researchers, dog owners walk nearly twice as much as people without dogs, while a University of Missouri study determined that walking speed increases 28 percent with a dog.
Collins and Prendergast offer the following tips for people and pets during weight loss:
* Walk before you run. If you and your pet are new to an exercise program, set short-term, manageable goals and gradually increase the level of difficulty and duration as the two of you work together toward your activity goals.  Jenny Craig offers free walking plans here: http://www.jennycraig.com/heart-walk
* Play together. Dogs love to play fetch. Throw the ball and do lunges or squats while your dog runs to fetch - or race to get the ball first. Cats love chasing toys, too, and can even be taught to retrieve.
* Connect mealtime with exercise. Before breakfast or dinner, squeeze in a short walk. Teach your dog to earn his treat by performing a trick first. Have your cat hunt for their food by hiding kibble in different places around the house.
* Embrace snacking. Snacks for people and treats for pets can be built into a healthy meal plan, and can serve as protection against binge eating. Frequent small meals can also boost metabolism and keep hunger away.
* Drink up. Don’t forget to always hydrate, before and after exercise and throughout the day. Sometimes thirst can be confused with hunger, so make sure you and your pets always have a full water bowl.
* Get a checkup. Consult with your physician - and veterinarian - before beginning a weight loss, diet or exercise program.
The Power of Two program created by Jenny Craig and Purina includes additional healthy lifestyle tips for pets and owners, rebates for veterinary services, free counseling from Jenny Craig and other offers for participants. To enroll in the Power of Two program or learn more, visit PowerOfTwoProgram.com.
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(BPT) - Lives. Homes. Furniture. Even beds. People share a lot when a dog or cat is part of the family. Unfortunately, one trait that far too many owners and pets have in common is excess weight. In fact, two-thirds of U.S. adults and 55 percent of U.S. pets are considered overweight, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2009–2010, and the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 2012 Pet Obesity Study.
The silver lining is that while many pets and their owners are tipping the scales, losing weight is something they can do together, as people and pets make great weight loss partners for reasons both scientific and psychological.
For the second year in a row, Jenny Craig and Purina are pooling their resources to create a customized offering to help people and their pets lose weight together.
“Support while losing weight is invaluable,” says Jessica Collins, Area Market Director and spokesperson for Jenny Craig. “And a four-legged weight loss buddy can be the perfect partner, as they won’t judge and will provide great motivation to keep active by walking."
“Pets love exercising with their owners and can even help boost their owners’ time and intensity level,” said Purina Certified Weight Coach Heather Prendergast. According to Canadian researchers, dog owners walk nearly twice as much as people without dogs, while a University of Missouri study determined that walking speed increases 28 percent with a dog.
Collins and Prendergast offer the following tips for people and pets during weight loss:
* Walk before you run. If you and your pet are new to an exercise program, set short-term, manageable goals and gradually increase the level of difficulty and duration as the two of you work together toward your activity goals.  Jenny Craig offers free walking plans here: http://www.jennycraig.com/heart-walk
* Play together. Dogs love to play fetch. Throw the ball and do lunges or squats while your dog runs to fetch - or race to get the ball first. Cats love chasing toys, too, and can even be taught to retrieve.
* Connect mealtime with exercise. Before breakfast or dinner, squeeze in a short walk. Teach your dog to earn his treat by performing a trick first. Have your cat hunt for their food by hiding kibble in different places around the house.
* Embrace snacking. Snacks for people and treats for pets can be built into a healthy meal plan, and can serve as protection against binge eating. Frequent small meals can also boost metabolism and keep hunger away.
* Drink up. Don’t forget to always hydrate, before and after exercise and throughout the day. Sometimes thirst can be confused with hunger, so make sure you and your pets always have a full water bowl.
* Get a checkup. Consult with your physician - and veterinarian - before beginning a weight loss, diet or exercise program.
The Power of Two program created by Jenny Craig and Purina includes additional healthy lifestyle tips for pets and owners, rebates for veterinary services, free counseling from Jenny Craig and other offers for participants. To enroll in the Power of Two program or learn more, visit PowerOfTwoProgram.com.
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(BPT) - Lives. Homes. Furniture. Even beds. People share a lot when a dog or cat is part of the family. Unfortunately, one trait that far too many owners and pets have in common is excess weight. In fact, two-thirds of U.S. adults and 55 percent of U.S. pets are considered overweight, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2009–2010, and the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 2012 Pet Obesity Study.
The silver lining is that while many pets and their owners are tipping the scales, losing weight is something they can do together, as people and pets make great weight loss partners for reasons both scientific and psychological.
For the second year in a row, Jenny Craig and Purina are pooling their resources to create a customized offering to help people and their pets lose weight together.
“Support while losing weight is invaluable,” says Jessica Collins, Area Market Director and spokesperson for Jenny Craig. “And a four-legged weight loss buddy can be the perfect partner, as they won’t judge and will provide great motivation to keep active by walking."
“Pets love exercising with their owners and can even help boost their owners’ time and intensity level,” said Purina Certified Weight Coach Heather Prendergast. According to Canadian researchers, dog owners walk nearly twice as much as people without dogs, while a University of Missouri study determined that walking speed increases 28 percent with a dog.
Collins and Prendergast offer the following tips for people and pets during weight loss:
* Walk before you run. If you and your pet are new to an exercise program, set short-term, manageable goals and gradually increase the level of difficulty and duration as the two of you work together toward your activity goals.  Jenny Craig offers free walking plans here: http://www.jennycraig.com/heart-walk
* Play together. Dogs love to play fetch. Throw the ball and do lunges or squats while your dog runs to fetch - or race to get the ball first. Cats love chasing toys, too, and can even be taught to retrieve.
* Connect mealtime with exercise. Before breakfast or dinner, squeeze in a short walk. Teach your dog to earn his treat by performing a trick first. Have your cat hunt for their food by hiding kibble in different places around the house.
* Embrace snacking. Snacks for people and treats for pets can be built into a healthy meal plan, and can serve as protection against binge eating. Frequent small meals can also boost metabolism and keep hunger away.
* Drink up. Don’t forget to always hydrate, before and after exercise and throughout the day. Sometimes thirst can be confused with hunger, so make sure you and your pets always have a full water bowl.
* Get a checkup. Consult with your physician - and veterinarian - before beginning a weight loss, diet or exercise program.
The Power of Two program created by Jenny Craig and Purina includes additional healthy lifestyle tips for pets and owners, rebates for veterinary services, free counseling from Jenny Craig and other offers for participants. To enroll in the Power of Two program or learn more, visit PowerOfTwoProgram.com.
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(BPT) - Lives. Homes. Furniture. Even beds. People share a lot when a dog or cat is part of the family. Unfortunately, one trait that far too many owners and pets have in common is excess weight. In fact, two-thirds of U.S. adults and 55 percent of U.S. pets are considered overweight, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2009–2010, and the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 2012 Pet Obesity Study.
The silver lining is that while many pets and their owners are tipping the scales, losing weight is something they can do together, as people and pets make great weight loss partners for reasons both scientific and psychological.
For the second year in a row, Jenny Craig and Purina are pooling their resources to create a customized offering to help people and their pets lose weight together.
“Support while losing weight is invaluable,” says Jessica Collins, Area Market Director and spokesperson for Jenny Craig. “And a four-legged weight loss buddy can be the perfect partner, as they won’t judge and will provide great motivation to keep active by walking."
“Pets love exercising with their owners and can even help boost their owners’ time and intensity level,” said Purina Certified Weight Coach Heather Prendergast. According to Canadian researchers, dog owners walk nearly twice as much as people without dogs, while a University of Missouri study determined that walking speed increases 28 percent with a dog.
Collins and Prendergast offer the following tips for people and pets during weight loss:
* Walk before you run. If you and your pet are new to an exercise program, set short-term, manageable goals and gradually increase the level of difficulty and duration as the two of you work together toward your activity goals.  Jenny Craig offers free walking plans here: http://www.jennycraig.com/heart-walk
* Play together. Dogs love to play fetch. Throw the ball and do lunges or squats while your dog runs to fetch - or race to get the ball first. Cats love chasing toys, too, and can even be taught to retrieve.
* Connect mealtime with exercise. Before breakfast or dinner, squeeze in a short walk. Teach your dog to earn his treat by performing a trick first. Have your cat hunt for their food by hiding kibble in different places around the house.
* Embrace snacking. Snacks for people and treats for pets can be built into a healthy meal plan, and can serve as protection against binge eating. Frequent small meals can also boost metabolism and keep hunger away.
* Drink up. Don’t forget to always hydrate, before and after exercise and throughout the day. Sometimes thirst can be confused with hunger, so make sure you and your pets always have a full water bowl.
* Get a checkup. Consult with your physician - and veterinarian - before beginning a weight loss, diet or exercise program.
The Power of Two program created by Jenny Craig and Purina includes additional healthy lifestyle tips for pets and owners, rebates for veterinary services, free counseling from Jenny Craig and other offers for participants. To enroll in the Power of Two program or learn more, visit PowerOfTwoProgram.com.
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(BPT) - Lives. Homes. Furniture. Even beds. People share a lot when a dog or cat is part of the family. Unfortunately, one trait that far too many owners and pets have in common is excess weight. In fact, two-thirds of U.S. adults and 55 percent of U.S. pets are considered overweight, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2009–2010, and the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 2012 Pet Obesity Study.
The silver lining is that while many pets and their owners are tipping the scales, losing weight is something they can do together, as people and pets make great weight loss partners for reasons both scientific and psychological.
For the second year in a row, Jenny Craig and Purina are pooling their resources to create a customized offering to help people and their pets lose weight together.
“Support while losing weight is invaluable,” says Jessica Collins, Area Market Director and spokesperson for Jenny Craig. “And a four-legged weight loss buddy can be the perfect partner, as they won’t judge and will provide great motivation to keep active by walking."
“Pets love exercising with their owners and can even help boost their owners’ time and intensity level,” said Purina Certified Weight Coach Heather Prendergast. According to Canadian researchers, dog owners walk nearly twice as much as people without dogs, while a University of Missouri study determined that walking speed increases 28 percent with a dog.
Collins and Prendergast offer the following tips for people and pets during weight loss:
* Walk before you run. If you and your pet are new to an exercise program, set short-term, manageable goals and gradually increase the level of difficulty and duration as the two of you work together toward your activity goals.  Jenny Craig offers free walking plans here: http://www.jennycraig.com/heart-walk
* Play together. Dogs love to play fetch. Throw the ball and do lunges or squats while your dog runs to fetch - or race to get the ball first. Cats love chasing toys, too, and can even be taught to retrieve.
* Connect mealtime with exercise. Before breakfast or dinner, squeeze in a short walk. Teach your dog to earn his treat by performing a trick first. Have your cat hunt for their food by hiding kibble in different places around the house.
* Embrace snacking. Snacks for people and treats for pets can be built into a healthy meal plan, and can serve as protection against binge eating. Frequent small meals can also boost metabolism and keep hunger away.
* Drink up. Don’t forget to always hydrate, before and after exercise and throughout the day. Sometimes thirst can be confused with hunger, so make sure you and your pets always have a full water bowl.
* Get a checkup. Consult with your physician - and veterinarian - before beginning a weight loss, diet or exercise program.
The Power of Two program created by Jenny Craig and Purina includes additional healthy lifestyle tips for pets and owners, rebates for veterinary services, free counseling from Jenny Craig and other offers for participants. To enroll in the Power of Two program or learn more, visit PowerOfTwoProgram.com.
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Jun 19, 2013 | 118 views | 0 0 comments | 17 17 recommendations | email to a friend | print
(BPT) - Lives. Homes. Furniture. Even beds. People share a lot when a dog or cat is part of the family. Unfortunately, one trait that far too many owners and pets have in common is excess weight. In fact, two-thirds of U.S. adults and 55 percent of U.S. pets are considered overweight, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2009–2010, and the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 2012 Pet Obesity Study.
The silver lining is that while many pets and their owners are tipping the scales, losing weight is something they can do together, as people and pets make great weight loss partners for reasons both scientific and psychological.
For the second year in a row, Jenny Craig and Purina are pooling their resources to create a customized offering to help people and their pets lose weight together.
“Support while losing weight is invaluable,” says Jessica Collins, Area Market Director and spokesperson for Jenny Craig. “And a four-legged weight loss buddy can be the perfect partner, as they won’t judge and will provide great motivation to keep active by walking."
“Pets love exercising with their owners and can even help boost their owners’ time and intensity level,” said Purina Certified Weight Coach Heather Prendergast. According to Canadian researchers, dog owners walk nearly twice as much as people without dogs, while a University of Missouri study determined that walking speed increases 28 percent with a dog.
Collins and Prendergast offer the following tips for people and pets during weight loss:
* Walk before you run. If you and your pet are new to an exercise program, set short-term, manageable goals and gradually increase the level of difficulty and duration as the two of you work together toward your activity goals.  Jenny Craig offers free walking plans here: http://www.jennycraig.com/heart-walk
* Play together. Dogs love to play fetch. Throw the ball and do lunges or squats while your dog runs to fetch - or race to get the ball first. Cats love chasing toys, too, and can even be taught to retrieve.
* Connect mealtime with exercise. Before breakfast or dinner, squeeze in a short walk. Teach your dog to earn his treat by performing a trick first. Have your cat hunt for their food by hiding kibble in different places around the house.
* Embrace snacking. Snacks for people and treats for pets can be built into a healthy meal plan, and can serve as protection against binge eating. Frequent small meals can also boost metabolism and keep hunger away.
* Drink up. Don’t forget to always hydrate, before and after exercise and throughout the day. Sometimes thirst can be confused with hunger, so make sure you and your pets always have a full water bowl.
* Get a checkup. Consult with your physician - and veterinarian - before beginning a weight loss, diet or exercise program.
The Power of Two program created by Jenny Craig and Purina includes additional healthy lifestyle tips for pets and owners, rebates for veterinary services, free counseling from Jenny Craig and other offers for participants. To enroll in the Power of Two program or learn more, visit PowerOfTwoProgram.com.
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by Brandpoint (ARA) Sponsored Content
Jun 19, 2013 | 118 views | 0 0 comments | 17 17 recommendations | email to a friend | print
(BPT) - Lives. Homes. Furniture. Even beds. People share a lot when a dog or cat is part of the family. Unfortunately, one trait that far too many owners and pets have in common is excess weight. In fact, two-thirds of U.S. adults and 55 percent of U.S. pets are considered overweight, according to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2009–2010, and the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 2012 Pet Obesity Study.
The silver lining is that while many pets and their owners are tipping the scales, losing weight is something they can do together, as people and pets make great weight loss partners for reasons both scientific and psychological.
For the second year in a row, Jenny Craig and Purina are pooling their resources to create a customized offering to help people and their pets lose weight together.
“Support while losing weight is invaluable,” says Jessica Collins, Area Market Director and spokesperson for Jenny Craig. “And a four-legged weight loss buddy can be the perfect partner, as they won’t judge and will provide great motivation to keep active by walking."
“Pets love exercising with their owners and can even help boost their owners’ time and intensity level,” said Purina Certified Weight Coach Heather Prendergast. According to Canadian researchers, dog owners walk nearly twice as much as people without dogs, while a University of Missouri study determined that walking speed increases 28 percent with a dog.
Collins and Prendergast offer the following tips for people and pets during weight loss:
* Walk before you run. If you and your pet are new to an exercise program, set short-term, manageable goals and gradually increase the level of difficulty and duration as the two of you work together toward your activity goals.  Jenny Craig offers free walking plans here: http://www.jennycraig.com/heart-walk
* Play together. Dogs love to play fetch. Throw the ball and do lunges or squats while your dog runs to fetch - or race to get the ball first. Cats love chasing toys, too, and can even be taught to retrieve.
* Connect mealtime with exercise. Before breakfast or dinner, squeeze in a short walk. Teach your dog to earn his treat by performing a trick first. Have your cat hunt for their food by hiding kibble in different places around the house.
* Embrace snacking. Snacks for people and treats for pets can be built into a healthy meal plan, and can serve as protection against binge eating. Frequent small meals can also boost metabolism and keep hunger away.
* Drink up. Don’t forget to always hydrate, before and after exercise and throughout the day. Sometimes thirst can be confused with hunger, so make sure you and your pets always have a full water bowl.
* Get a checkup. Consult with your physician - and veterinarian - before beginning a weight loss, diet or exercise program.
The Power of Two program created by Jenny Craig and Purina includes additional healthy lifestyle tips for pets and owners, rebates for veterinary services, free counseling from Jenny Craig and other offers for participants. To enroll in the Power of Two program or learn more, visit PowerOfTwoProgram.com.
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