Some advice from one of our top fundraisers: its not hard if you get creative!
Many thanks from Paul Schwartz
Zacky explains his success pretty simply: I took Mommy's Yahoo address book and started sending emails. (Mommy has a BIG address book).
His motivation was: "I'm going to beat Poppy"
His sympathy vote was: "How can we let that old man beat that sweet little boy? It will break his heart. How much does he need to win?"
While no one with Diabetes wants to be defined by their disease, I want to be intimately associated with Diabetes. Everyone needs to know that I am a Diabetes fundraiser. I wear my Tour de Cure jacket and jersey proudly. I do not raise funds for other organizations, even when I am closely associated with them. The only request my friends and family will ever receive from me is for donations for Tour de Cure. I don't have the disease, but I want to see the cure.
I also find that people are often looking to make tax deductable donations before the end of the year. Some of my donors have given twice; before year's end and again when the Tour announcement goes out. So early registration helps. I usually have raised the "minimum" in the first hour or 24 hours from having sent out the emails. Without a real commitment to the cause, the fundraising would be over in a day or two. "Commitment" is continuing to raise funds when the minimum has been surpased long ago. I also have supporters who don't respond to email, but will respond to a letter faithfully. I hate doing a letter, but they will not donate if they don't get one, so...there is a letter.
In 2011, Zacky was physically surrounded by his Aunt, two Uncles (one of whom is a Red Rider), another family friend, and myself, to assure his safety while riding on streets. It was probably his longest ride, ever and the pace was set to his ability. We started late, at the back of the pack, and finished "on track", due some creative route adjustment for Zacky's benefit. If it had been the Tour de France, we cheated; but it was the Tour de Cure and everyone had a great time! (In past years, with different Team members, we used to take an extra loop around Kensington because it was a pretty day and we were having fun.) No one should EVER be intimidated by the route or distance. We only "keep score" on what you raise, not on what you ride.
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Tips for healthy holiday eating
Who doesn't want to continue eating healthy durng the holiday season? Who wants out of control glucose readings?
Read on for a few tips for holiday eating, adapted from eatingwell.com
Read on for a few tips for holiday eating, adapted from eatingwell.com
- Choose wisely
- Why waste calories and carbs on foods that are only 'so-so'? Spend your carbs on foods that are special
- Plan ahead
- Its OK to ask what is on the menu, it will help you plan the rest of your day's eating.
- Bring your own
- Its also OK to bring a dish to pass that you like and that fits in your diabetic meal plan.
- Wait until after dinner to have a drink
- Focus on the fesitivities and not on the food
- If you are talking, you can't be eating!
Training Rides!
You almost can't go a day without a spin training or group ride. I guess that is what rest days are for!!!
Current Training Ride Schedule:
Performance Bicycle - Novihttp://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_418002_-1___
No-drop group rides every Saturday
9 a.m. - road bikes; 12 p.m. - mountain bikes
Mondays, Performance Bicycle, Novi6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Spin from 6:30 to 7:30
Flexibility for Cyclists from 7:30 to 8
Please bring a trainer and bike.
Tuesday & Thursdays American Cycle & Fitness (www.americancycleandfitness.com)
Walled Lake, Royal Oak and Macomb Township locations
Indoor Cycle for Charity starts on Tuesday, November 8 and runs through the end of February. Last year these incredible spin trainings raised more than $3000 for the ADA's Tour de Cure!
All proceeds can benefit the Tour de Cure (or Make-A-Wish); each rider decides!
$10/session, $50/month or $150/season
Each rider must bring his/her own bike and trainer; ACF will give riders a 10% discount on trainers if purchased during November-February.
Please bring a towel and a water bottle. Each session is led by a Wolverine Club Cycling Instructor.
Current Training Ride Schedule:
Performance Bicycle - Novihttp://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_418002_-1___
No-drop group rides every Saturday
9 a.m. - road bikes; 12 p.m. - mountain bikes
Mondays, Performance Bicycle, Novi6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Spin from 6:30 to 7:30
Flexibility for Cyclists from 7:30 to 8
Please bring a trainer and bike.
Tuesday & Thursdays American Cycle & Fitness (www.americancycleandfitness.com)
Walled Lake, Royal Oak and Macomb Township locations
Indoor Cycle for Charity starts on Tuesday, November 8 and runs through the end of February. Last year these incredible spin trainings raised more than $3000 for the ADA's Tour de Cure!
All proceeds can benefit the Tour de Cure (or Make-A-Wish); each rider decides!
$10/session, $50/month or $150/season
Each rider must bring his/her own bike and trainer; ACF will give riders a 10% discount on trainers if purchased during November-February.
Please bring a towel and a water bottle. Each session is led by a Wolverine Club Cycling Instructor.
Thursday, November 10, 2011
A Few Words About our Youngest VIP Rider
Zacky explains his success pretty simply: I took Mommy's Yahoo address book and started sending emails. (Mommy has a BIG address book).
His motivation was: "I'm going to beat Poppy"
His sympathy vote was: "How can we let that old man beat that sweet little boy? It will break his heart. How much does he need to win?"
While no one with Diabetes wants to be defined by their disease, I want to be intimately associated with Diabetes. Everyone needs to know that I am a Diabetes fundraiser. I wear my Tour de Cure jacket and jersey proudly. I do not raise funds for other organizations, even when I am closely associated with them. The only request my friends and family will ever receive from me is for donations for Tour de Cure. I don't have the disease, but I want to see the cure.
I also find that people are often looking to make tax deductable donations before the end of the year. Some of my donors have given twice; before year's end and again when the Tour announcement goes out. So early registration helps. I usually have raised the "minimum" in the first hour or 24 hours from having sent out the emails. Without a real commitment to the cause, the fundraising would be over in a day or two. "Commitment" is continuing to raise funds when the minimum has been surpased long ago. I also have supporters who don't respond to email, but will respond to a letter faithfully. I hate doing a letter, but they will not donate if they don't get one, so...there is a letter.
In 2011, Zacky was physically surrounded by his Aunt, two Uncles (one of whom is a Red Rider), another family friend, and myself, to assure his safety while riding on streets. It was probably his longest ride, ever and the pace was set to his ability. We started late, at the back of the pack, and finished "on track", due some creative route adjustment for Zacky's benefit. If it had been the Tour de France, we cheated; but it was the Tour de Cure and everyone had a great time! (In past years, with different Team members, we used to take an extra loop around Kensington because it was a pretty day and we were having fun.) No one should EVER be intimidated by the route or distance. We only "keep score" on what you raise, not on what you ride.
(Editor Note: Want to be a VIP? Register for the Tour and raise money! http:\\tour.diabetes.org )
His motivation was: "I'm going to beat Poppy"
His sympathy vote was: "How can we let that old man beat that sweet little boy? It will break his heart. How much does he need to win?"
While no one with Diabetes wants to be defined by their disease, I want to be intimately associated with Diabetes. Everyone needs to know that I am a Diabetes fundraiser. I wear my Tour de Cure jacket and jersey proudly. I do not raise funds for other organizations, even when I am closely associated with them. The only request my friends and family will ever receive from me is for donations for Tour de Cure. I don't have the disease, but I want to see the cure.
I also find that people are often looking to make tax deductable donations before the end of the year. Some of my donors have given twice; before year's end and again when the Tour announcement goes out. So early registration helps. I usually have raised the "minimum" in the first hour or 24 hours from having sent out the emails. Without a real commitment to the cause, the fundraising would be over in a day or two. "Commitment" is continuing to raise funds when the minimum has been surpased long ago. I also have supporters who don't respond to email, but will respond to a letter faithfully. I hate doing a letter, but they will not donate if they don't get one, so...there is a letter.
In 2011, Zacky was physically surrounded by his Aunt, two Uncles (one of whom is a Red Rider), another family friend, and myself, to assure his safety while riding on streets. It was probably his longest ride, ever and the pace was set to his ability. We started late, at the back of the pack, and finished "on track", due some creative route adjustment for Zacky's benefit. If it had been the Tour de France, we cheated; but it was the Tour de Cure and everyone had a great time! (In past years, with different Team members, we used to take an extra loop around Kensington because it was a pretty day and we were having fun.) No one should EVER be intimidated by the route or distance. We only "keep score" on what you raise, not on what you ride.
(Editor Note: Want to be a VIP? Register for the Tour and raise money! http:\\tour.diabetes.org )
10 Reasons to Exercise
From diabetes.org
1. Improve blood glucose management.
2. Lower blood pressure. Activity helps your heart pump stronger and slower
3. Improve blood fates. Exercise can raise good cholesterol and lower bad cholesterol and triglycerides.
4. Take less insulin or diabetes pills. Activity can lower blood glucose and weight.
5. Lose weight and keep it off. If you burn enough calories, you'll trim a few pounds.
6. Lower risk for other health problems.
7. Gain more energy and sleep better.
8. Reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Work out or walk off daily stress.
9. Build stronger bones and muscles.
10. Be more flexible. Move easier when you are active.
So, even if you don't ride your bike, making exercise part of your day will produce awesome results!
1. Improve blood glucose management.
2. Lower blood pressure. Activity helps your heart pump stronger and slower
3. Improve blood fates. Exercise can raise good cholesterol and lower bad cholesterol and triglycerides.
4. Take less insulin or diabetes pills. Activity can lower blood glucose and weight.
5. Lose weight and keep it off. If you burn enough calories, you'll trim a few pounds.
6. Lower risk for other health problems.
7. Gain more energy and sleep better.
8. Reduce stress, anxiety, and depression. Work out or walk off daily stress.
9. Build stronger bones and muscles.
10. Be more flexible. Move easier when you are active.
So, even if you don't ride your bike, making exercise part of your day will produce awesome results!
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
November is National Diabetes Month!
Not only are we celebrating our Red Riders, but everyone living with diabetes--and living to the fullest!
During the month, we'll try to bring you timely information on surviving the holidays, diabetes research and Tour de Cure Michigan updates.
TRAINING! November 12, Performance Bicycle, Novi8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Indoor training - bring your trainer!
Not only are we celebrating our Red Riders, but everyone living with diabetes--and living to the fullest!
During the month, we'll try to bring you timely information on surviving the holidays, diabetes research and Tour de Cure Michigan updates.
TRAINING! November 12, Performance Bicycle, Novi8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Indoor training - bring your trainer!
November 12, Diabetes Health Expo
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Oakland Regional Hospital, 22401 Foster Winter Dr., 2nd Floor, Southfield
The Michigan Podiatric Medical Association (MPMA), Oakland Regional Hospital and The American Diabetes Association have joined to host a FREE health expo to educate the public on the signs, causes, treatments and general information on diabetes.
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Oakland Regional Hospital, 22401 Foster Winter Dr., 2nd Floor, Southfield
The Michigan Podiatric Medical Association (MPMA), Oakland Regional Hospital and The American Diabetes Association have joined to host a FREE health expo to educate the public on the signs, causes, treatments and general information on diabetes.
Do you know of other diabetes related events? I'd love to know about them!
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Hi Riders:
Join Tour de Cure Volunteers & Riders tomorrow, 9/29 at 5:30pm at the Kent Lake parking lot at Island Lake Rec Area. We will have snacks, a bike mechanic, and plenty of quiet park road to train on. Bring a fellow rider, we'd be happy to tell them what Tour de Cure is all about.
The ride will depart at 6pm sharp.
This will be the first of many training rides, we want to give you plenty of time to be ready Rock your Ride 2012!
Join Tour de Cure Volunteers & Riders tomorrow, 9/29 at 5:30pm at the Kent Lake parking lot at Island Lake Rec Area. We will have snacks, a bike mechanic, and plenty of quiet park road to train on. Bring a fellow rider, we'd be happy to tell them what Tour de Cure is all about.
The ride will depart at 6pm sharp.
This will be the first of many training rides, we want to give you plenty of time to be ready Rock your Ride 2012!
Monday, September 26, 2011
Welcome to fall! Don't let the crisp air and cool mornings stop you from riding your bike. The volunteers of Tour de Cure are planning for training rides in the next few weeks. Don't put that bike away yet!
What are your best ideas for staying warm on fall rides?
I like to dress in layers so you can take some off when you get too warm. Also a hat under your helmet may help. Long tights or an extra pants over your bike shorts make your legs nice and toasty.
Keep watching, we'll post our training rides soon!
Happy training, remember that you can register for 2012 Tour at:
tour.diabetes.org
You can follow us on Twitter at @MItourdecure
What are your best ideas for staying warm on fall rides?
I like to dress in layers so you can take some off when you get too warm. Also a hat under your helmet may help. Long tights or an extra pants over your bike shorts make your legs nice and toasty.
Keep watching, we'll post our training rides soon!
Happy training, remember that you can register for 2012 Tour at:
tour.diabetes.org
You can follow us on Twitter at @MItourdecure
Friday, September 2, 2011
Welcome to Michigan Tour de Cure blog!
9/2/11
Welcome to the new Michigan Tour de Cure blog!
We'll post stories, press releases, information, recipes, anecdotes,volunteer information, pictures, and whatever else we can think of!
The Michigan Tour de Cure is a bike tour in Brighton that benefits the American Diabetes Association and its mission. We prove that living with diabetes does not mean that you can't have fun and be active! Join us in June 2012. Registration is found at tour.diabetes.org
If you have any advice, ideas, suggestions, or stories, I would love to hear them.
Welcome to the new Michigan Tour de Cure blog!
We'll post stories, press releases, information, recipes, anecdotes,volunteer information, pictures, and whatever else we can think of!
The Michigan Tour de Cure is a bike tour in Brighton that benefits the American Diabetes Association and its mission. We prove that living with diabetes does not mean that you can't have fun and be active! Join us in June 2012. Registration is found at tour.diabetes.org
If you have any advice, ideas, suggestions, or stories, I would love to hear them.
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