It's that time of year when we decide to become better people and make resolutions to do better in 2010. Let the Summit County Library help you follow through on those New Year resolutions. Were you thinking about getting into shape? Why not try out the library's downloadable collection? Go to www.co.summit.co.us/library and click on the “Downloadable” button, then check out the videos Natural Meditation, Easy Yoga or Tai Chi Innerwave or listen to the 10 Minute Manager or Breathing; The Master Key to Self-Healing. We also have many books on exercise and diet to help you get in shape. Some of the new ones would be: 1001 Ways to get in Shape by Marriot or Are You Ready!: Take Charge, Lose Weight, Get in Shape, And Change Your Life Forever by Harper. This book gives you practical tools and a strategy to get to the root of your negative thought patterns and a fitness plan that you can integrate into your daily life.

Having problems staying within your budget and you need to get yourself out of debt or rethink your finances? The library can help you. Why not listen to the downloadable book The ABC's of Getting out of Debt by Sutton or check out the book Solve Your Money Troubles: Debt, Credit and Bankruptcy by Leonard. This book will help you figure out what you owe; negotiate with your creditors and help you find the money to pay back your debts.

Have you been wanting to stop smoking for some time? The library can help you follow through on your resolution. Check out the book The Easy Way to Stop Smoking by Carr. This book will help you deal with your nicotine addiction and get you to stop smoking. Or you might listen to How to Quit Smoking without Gaining Weight by Katahn, which is on tape.

Maybe you've resolved to become better at skiing or snowboarding. You might try the DVD called Learn to Ride at Boarding Skool, this gives you a unique lesson using PSIA certified instructors and methods in snowboarding. Another DVD to help you learn to cross country ski would be Learn to Nordic Ski: beginner to intermediate which includes the fundamentals of cross country skiing. To get you in shape for skiing check out the DVD: Sports Yoga: Ski, which has a total body conditioning program to improve skiing fitness and performance.

Maybe you want to improve your diet and nutrition. The library has a wealth of cookbooks and nutrition books. Try Advanced Sports Nutrition by Benardot which discusses energy nutrients, vitamins and minerals, metabolic needs for power and endurance. Another good book would be the Ultimate Nutrition Guide for Women by Beck. A great cookbook would be Moosewood Restaurant Cooking for Health, which gives more than 200 new vegetarian and vegan recipes from breakfast to desert. Or finally try Techniques of Healthy Cooking by The Culinary Institute of America.

Come fulfill your New Year's Resolutions at your library!

Joyce Dieraurer is the director of the Summit County Library.