Events:

GWSRA Annual Conference

October 21-23, 2011
Hampton Inn
Alexandria Old Town South
5821 Richmond Hwy
Old Town Alexandria, VA 22303

2011 Officers:

Mary Ann Payonk, president
maryann@gwsra.org

Sara Wick, vice president
sara@gwsra.org

Lisa M. Foradori, secretary
L4dori@hotmail.com

Joey Inabnet, treasurer
joey@gwsra.org
 

Okeemah S. Henderson, immediate past president
okeemah@gwsra.org

To Your Health

Commit to Get Fit!

Staying healthy at any age includes eating a balanced diet, maintaining proper weight, and regular exercise.  And don't forget "me" time and family time for a happy "work/life balance."  But when can busy court reporters find the time for that?  GWSRA encourages you to nurture your mind, your body, your spirit ... and commit to get fit!  Become the healthiest and very best you can be!

Top 5 Tips to Lighten up your Comfort Foods!  

There's nothing quite like a hearty meal of chicken pot pie, creamy macaroni and cheese, or Mom’s meatloaf and mashed potatoes ... just reading these words can conjure up the aromas of our favorite meals. The problem is these comfort foods are not so “comforting” once all those calories start to creep up on the scale.  Luckily we can still enjoy these classic favorites by making some smart substitutions, like including more veggies, substituting whole grains, and going easy on the fats.  Just follow these top 5 tips to turn comfort foods into healthy meals you can feel good about serving your family.  Read more...  

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Why Tight Muscles Cause Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

by Julie Donnelly, LMT

Our body is a symphony of parts that gives us strength, mobility, and the flexibility to do fine movements such as picking up a pin. We are a perfect design of use, and most of us don't even give it a second thought - until something goes wrong!   Read more ... 

julstro_03.pngJulie Donnelly is a licensed massage therapist specializing in the treatment of chronic pain and sports injuries. She has co–authored several self–treatment books, including "The Pain–Free Triathlete" and "Carpal Tunnel Syndrome–What You Don′t Know CAN Hurt You." She teaches Julstro self–treatment workshops nationwide, is a frequent presenter at Conventions and Seminars, and will be presenting a workshop at our Annual Conference in October 2011.  Work Shouldn't Hurt!  Watch for more tips from Julie!