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Get Fit, Meet other Moms and Support Great Causes – now in Markham!

Moms In Motion is an International Women’s Health & Fitness Organization providing fitness teams for women of all ages and abilities. No matter what type of team, the focus is always on Fun, Fitness and Philanthropy. The essence of Moms In Motion emerges naturally as members work together toward a common fitness goal. Camaraderie and team support evolve into deep friendships and healthy life changes that last forever.

Moms In Motion was founded in May of 1999 with the following mission statement:

To help women carve out time for themselves to improve their physical health and well-being
To teach women to set personal goals and to work together as a team to achieve them
To give back to our communities by supporting local charities

Markham team leader Tracey Hardie is coaching new 5KM walking and running groups in anticipation of the CIBC Run For The Cure on September 30th.

There is a no experience necessary policy with Moms In Motion; only an interest in healthy living and giving back to the communities we live in. The walking group is designed for women of all ages and abilities, while the running group is designed for women interested in a greater physical challenge. The training sessions are in place to challenge and inspire each woman to reach her personal fitness goals while building lasting friendships. Most importantly, they will raise funds in support the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation; an organization that impacts the lives of so many women we know.

Women interested in participating in the running or walking groups are encouraged to register at www.momsinmotion.com. (Use the “find a team” link to locate the Markham groups.) The registration fee offers members access to the Moms In Motion community for one year, along with a participant training shirt. The course fee covers group instruction by a certified personal trainer for an eight week period along with access to guest speakers throughout the session.

Tracey Hardie is a Markham mother of two children ages 3 and 2. Having once lived an overweight and sedentary life behind a computer, she can personally attest to the importance of including fitness in a balanced lifestyle. After gaining an appreciation for fitness through downhill skiing and beach volleyball, Tracey further pursued her interests by completing the Can-Fit-Pro certification process. Now a certified Personal Trainer, Tracey offers both group events through Moms In Motion and private training sessions with Markham area clients. For more information, please contact Tracey Hardie at traceyjhardie@yahoo.ca or 416.918.4127.