I’m thinking about running – I mean it’s on my mind right now. My bookshelf is stacked with references to the topic. My relationship with running is one that I nurture and respect. It’s all my own. No one can do it for me and no one can take the credit for the outcome but [...]
Need a fitness refresher? Check out YouTube! It’s a great resource for cardio, lifting, yoga, Pilates, and more. Take some time to view a few videos and mark them so they are ready for quick access. Found some that you want to share, comment please. Have a great workout! ~trvw
Exercising with a partner is nice, but consider going at it alone once in awhile. Get A (Good) Workout Buddy referenced the great benefits of pairing up, but focusing on a workout by yourself has rewards as well. It’s a great feeling to know that you had the discipline to start, push, and finish all on [...]
Many people benefit by having a fitness partner. Teaming up has social benefits and is also motivating to be accountable to one another. It’s important to have a buddy that is encouraging, reliable, and helps maximize the time you have together to get a great workout. Got a good one? Are YOU a good workout [...]
Every gym has one – the guy that walks around looking at the equipment more than he does using it. Then there’s the office nutritionist who talks all about the gallons of water she drinks to stay healthy – more like to wash down her next donut. It can be very aggravating to listen to [...]
This time of year emotions can be intense. People feel pressure to do more than usual and schedules are packed. However, now is a great time to concentrate on getting exercise and eating a good diet. The weather can make workouts difficult, the holiday parties test temptation, and time crunches seem to double from now [...]
There are times when I feel a misconception about vegans. I enjoy the compassionate lifestyle that I have chosen. However, sometimes I feel that others believe I hold my decision on a pedestal – not so! I believe that to each her own and as long as she is doing her best, than so be [...]
Health & wellness have always been important to me. I was brought up being taught how to read nutrition labels, exercise by doing things I could do, and taking care of what I had to work with. When you’re whole health is compromised, it’s darn important to cling to what you do have and strive [...]
Overcoming the ego takes a lot of energy. For some the act might come easily; others require more practice. One way I have found helpful is that when I feel the uneasiness and insecurity swell up (yes, that’s the ego) I stop, close my eyes if – it’s appropriate a and think how being selfless [...]
For years my sister and I would run our local Turkey Trot 5K race. It was fun to see people in town for Thanksgiving, be a part of physical activity on a day dedicated to expandable pants, and of course the awesome long sleeved t-shirt was great too. As the years went by and the race got big and [...]
