HIkes

There are twenty hikes mentioned in the book:  Best Day Hikes Jacksonville Florida by Johnny Molloy. He gives all the details on how to get there. I plan to do all twenty hikes. Let me know if you'd like to join me.

1. White Sand Landing Loop
2. St Mary's River Loop
3. Cary Trailwalker Trail
4. Camp Milton Preserve Walk
5. Fire & Water Nature Trail
6. North Fork Black Creek Loop
7. Black Creek Ravines Hike
8. Ortega Stream Valley Trail
9. Blue Cypress Park Hike
10. Jacksonville Arboretum and Gardens
11. Hammock Trail at Fort Caroline
12. Spanish Pond Loop
13. UNF Nature Trails
14. Castaway Island Preserve Walk
15. Fort George Island Trail
16. Nature Loop at Little Talbot Island
17. Little Talbot Island Hiking Trail
18. Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve Hike
19. Willow Nature Trail
20 Fort Clinch

encouragement for weight training

Weight training is a great addition to your workout regime, whether you use free weights or weight machines. Big health benefits are available to both women and men through strength training: increased strength, improved bone health, controlled body fat and improved body image. But make sure you're keeping your heart healthy with at least 30 minutes of cardio 3-5 days a week, too. Here are some things to consider when you're deciding between free weights or weight machines.Stabilization — If you're a beginner at muscle-toning, machines are great for learning technique. Always adjust the settings for your personal body dimensions so you don't restrict range of motion for your joints. If you decide you prefer free weights take the time to get a lesson on technique from a seasoned friend or physical trainer or an online video. Keep in mind that the better your form, the better your results—and the chances you'll avoid injury.Put your whole body into it — Free weights combined with exercises can give you a full-body workout. With free weights try squats and bicep curls, curling and squatting down in one movement. The more modern weight machines allow you to get a full body workout, so ask your physical trainer to recommend a machine for you. You can also use your own body's weight to help you strengthen with push-ups, sit-ups, crunches and leg squats.Workout on the go — What do you do when you can't make it to the gym but you don't want to miss out on a workout? Free weights can be more easily taken from home to work and back, so consider buying a set. While you're traveling, if you'd rather work out in the privacy of your own room, some hotels will offer an in-room gym, free or for a fee. Hotels that offer this service can set up a treadmill, weight machine or dumbbells before your arrival. You can also adapt to your environment with inventive solutions like filling drink bottles with water or sand for free weights.Remember to always warm up a little with some cardio before your strength workout, and to stretch afterwards. Ask your doctor before starting any workout program.