How do I eat healthy?

In class this week we began talking about food. Whenever I am asked the question, "How do I eat healthy?" here is my first answer: Imagine you lived thousands of years ago when there was not food readily available at every corner - no grocery stores, not fast food, no gas station. You had to somehow manage to acquire food, and there were three ways you would have done it.

1. Search out and gather it
2. Grow it
3. Hunt it

The results would have been incredible whole, natural foods that provide the body with a plethora of nutrients to aid health. The reason we developed into the amazing species we are today is because of the natural diet our bodies evolved on. We ate meat, nuts, seeds, vegetables, fruits, tubers, legumes, eggs, berries, and animal fat. That is my number one recommendation. Eat pure foods that we evolved on and you are on your way to being healthy!

2011 March Syracuse Stars

During the month of March, these students received the most star votes from their peers and Mr. Recker. To receive the "Syracuse Star" honor, students must display excellence in the following 5 areas: Work Ethic, Positive Attitude, Focus, Sportsmanship, Leadership. Great job Rocket students!

3rd Grade Stars




4th Grade Stars



5th Grade Stars

Rocket Workouts & Fitness Testing

2011 Baseball Highlights

Exercise Prevents Aging

A new study out of McMaster University in Ontario, Canada revealed some astonishing results about exercise and aging. Researchers used mice that contained a genetic mutation that prevented them from completely repairing their mitochondria (think of mitochondria as the life force or powerhouse of your cells). They separated the mice into two different groups. One group did not exercise at all. The other group was allowed to run on a wheel for 45 minutes three times a week. After 8 months, the mice that did not exercise were in a very poor state of health. Their brains shrunk, their muscles were weak, and their hearts were enlarged. None of these mice survived a year. As for the group of mice that exercised, after 8 months they were all thriving and healthy. Even though these mice contained the same genetic mutation, exercise seemed to prevent those genes from causing poor health. This study proves that exercise has the power to alter our genetics in favor of health!



http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/03/02/can-exercise-keep-you-young/

2011 Syracuse Middle School Girls Basketball

The Syracuse Middle School Girls basketball team finished their season with a record of 8 wins and 1 loss. A big part of their success was the stifling defense they played. Many of the opponents had a hard time dealing with the aggressive 1-3-1 pressure. Every member of this team contributed in a positive way and helped the team achieve at a high level.

Thanks for a fantastic season girls. I really enjoyed coaching all of you and I have high hopes for your future. Stay focused and never lose that desire to learn and improve. Good luck with everything and don’t hesitate to contact me if you need help with anything.

P.S. Thanks again for the frame with the collage of pictures – it is very awesome.

Team Averages:
Offense: 28 points per game
Defense: 11 points allowed per game

Syracuse 17
Elmwood 15
Scoring:
Kahner – 2
Kensie – 2
Kayla – 4
Rachael – 1
Sarah – 2
Kylee – 2
Mariah – 4

Syracuse 33
Conestoga 13
Scoring:
Kensie – 2
Kayla – 2
AnnaLee – 2
Karley – 8
Rachael – 2
Sarah – 2
Sydney – 6
Mariah – 3
Shae – 4

Syracuse 20
JCC 13
Scoring:
Kayla – 4
Karley – 4
Sarah – 2
Sydney – 8
Shae – 2

Syracuse 32
Palmyra 18
Scoring:
Kahner – 2
Kensie – 2
Kayla – 6
Karley – 8
Kaylee – 2
Sydney – 10
Shae – 2

Syracuse 23
Louisville 4
Scoring:
AnnaLee – 4
Karley – 4
Rachael – 2
Sarah – 2
Sydney – 9
Shae – 2

Syracuse 38
Auburn 4
Scoring:
Kensie – 2
Kayla – 6
AnnaLee – 8
Rachael – 6
Sarah – 2
Kylee – 4
Sydney – 8
Shae – 2

Syracuse 16
Lincoln Lutheran 21
Scoring:
Kensie – 2
Kayla – 2
AnnaLee – 4
Sarah – 2
Sydney – 6

Syracuse 36
Auburn 6
Scoring:
Kahner – 4
Kayla – 8
AnnaLee – 2
Karley – 4
Rachael – 6
Sarah – 4
Kylee – 2
Sydney – 4
Shae – 2

Syracuse 39
Neb. City 8
Scoring:
Kayla – 10
AnnaLee – 7
Karley – 2
Rachael – 4
Sydney – 8
Mariah – 2
Shae - 6

2010 Syracuse Middle School Boys Basketball

The Syracuse Middle School Boys basketball team finished their season with a record of 7 wins and 2 losses. This team featured a strong inside-outside game that was difficult for many opponents to deal with. Every member of the team contributed in a meaningful way and aided to the team’s success.

Thanks for a great season boys. It was a pleasure coaching all of you. There are many great things that await your future. Stay driven, work really hard, and keep learning. Good luck with everything and feel free to contact me if you need help with anything.

Team Averages:
Offense: 36 points per game
Defense: 27 points allowed per game

Syracuse 33
Auburn 13
Scoring:
Scoring:
Aaron – 6
Chris – 2
Hunter – 4
Connor – 4
Will – 2
Matt – 8
Logan S. – 7

Syracuse 29
JCC 28
Scoring:
Aaron - 6
Hunter - 2
Logan T. – 7
Connor – 2
Matt – 8
Logan S. – 4

Syracuse 43
Ashland 35
Scoring:
Aaron – 10
Anthony – 2
Chris – 3
Jameson – 2
Matt – 18
Logan S. – 8

Syracuse 47
Palmyra 12
Scoring:
Aaron – 4
Anthony – 2
Chris – 5
Hunter – 4
Tim – 1
Logan T. – 2
Connor – 3
Matt – 15
Logan S. – 10

Syracuse 49
Conestoga 35
Scoring:
Aaron – 13
Chris – 2
Jameson – 5
Tim – 4
Logan T. – 9
Connor – 1
Matt – 4
Logan S. – 12

Syracuse 44
Raymond Central 19
Scoring:
Aaron – 4
Anthony – 2
Derek – 4
Chris – 2
Hunter – 4
Tim – 2
Logan T. – 6
Connor – 2
Will – 2
Matt – 7
Logan S. – 9

Syracuse 19
JCC 34
Scoring:
Aaron – 7
Hunter – 2
Tim – 2
Connor – 2
Matt – 5
Logan S. – 1

Syracuse 21
Falls City 44
Scoring:
Aaron – 4
Jameson – 3
Tim – 4
Hunter – 4
Logan T. – 3
Connor – 1
Logan S. – 2

Syracuse 36
Lincoln Lutheran 22
Scoring:
Aaron – 11
Hunter – 5
Tim – 4
Logan T. – 6
Will – 2
Logan S. – 7