Movin' and Munchin'

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Olympian Corner

The right pizza can
be part of a healthy diet

When Suzy and I were on a recent trip for a Movin’ and Munchin’ Challenge Event, the school district supervisor of school nutrition took exception with one of the food items we tell children to avoid— pizza.

That particular school district prides itself on the healthy options it serves its students at lunch. One of those healthy options is a whole wheat pizza with a variety of vegetable toppings.

So we’d like to clarify our stance on pizza. The 'right' pizza can be a healthy food ...

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World class athletes stress moving, good dietFrom the Amery Free Press

Wisconsin Olympians Casey FitzRandolph and Suzy Favor Hamilton came together to promote a healthy eating and fitness program called "Movin’ and Munchin’ Schools at Amery Middle School.

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Olympians receive a royal welcome at DESThe Dodgeville Chronicle logo

Deafening chants of "U.S.A." joined with brassy Olympic fanfare to surround Suzy Favor Hamilton and Casey FitzRandolph as they ran into the gym at Dodgeville Elementary School April 20th.    

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Summer is in full swing and I've been having a blast being outdoors as much as I can! One of the best things about summer is that it is so easy to make quick healthy meals and have fun doing it! Grilling is typically one of the healthiest ....

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