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Bridging the Gap to the Future

by Together Counts PartnerJanuary 5, 2012

Hello! My name is London Fletcher, and I am a middle linebacker for the Washington Redskins. For the past eight years, my foundation, “London’s Bridge,” has been building a bridge […]

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Be an Example

by Together Counts PartnerJanuary 3, 2012

Pre-dawn runs, ice baths, the constant, distinct aroma of muscle relieving cream, blackened toenails (and a few that were lost all together), a diet of energy bars, gels and goos, […]

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Try Something New Together: BMX Family Edition

by Together Counts PartnerDecember 8, 2011

My husband has been trying to warm our daughters to the idea of BMX racing for the last six months. With his motocross background and love of mountain biking, his enthusiasm […]

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Join a Team for More Family Time

by Together Counts PartnerNovember 28, 2011

I’m a huge fan of kids participating in team sports. Not only is it a great excuse to get your kids outside and active, but teams are a great opportunity […]

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Done with Thanksgiving Dinner? Get Up and Move!

by Together Counts PartnerNovember 23, 2011

Here in America, Thanksgiving is all about the meal. Sure, we spend time with family and think about the things in life we’re thankful for…but really, we’re all just waiting […]

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Recommitted!

by Together Counts PartnerNovember 18, 2011

As the air turns a tad bit cooler here in Atlanta I am happily renewing our family’s commitment to outdoor family exercise. Atlanta is most commonly referred to as “HOTlanta” […]

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One Mediocre Campground + 40 Years of Family Tradition = Priceless

by Together Counts PartnerNovember 14, 2011

The first year my husband came to my annual family camping trip I remember him being a little disappointed in the whole experience. He didn’t have a bad time, it […]

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Family Fitness Challenge

by Together Counts PartnerOctober 28, 2011

As a mom to four and seven-year-olds and stepmom to 18 and 20-year-olds, I have by no means been a perfect parent. But I am proud of the fact that my husband […]

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Finding Your Fall Fun

by Together Counts PartnerOctober 7, 2011

Summer may have ended, but just because you won’t be sporting your swim suit doesn’t mean you should be any less active. With cooler winds ready to replace the summer heat, […]

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Walking it Off

by Together Counts PartnerSeptember 28, 2011

Ever since I moved to Chicago, I’ve become a much more active person. Living in the city requires you to walk almost everywhere (even with the help of public transportation) […]

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