During this pandemic, I have not used the time to start home improvement projects. My house is not spotless. I haven’t made sourdough bread. One thing I have done though is invested in my fitness education. First I took a Stretching and Flexibility course. That was way back in April which seems like eons ago. […]
Just Hanging Around: The Weekly Run Down
Since the Shelter in Place orders were put place, I’ve been doing just that, sheltering in place. Even now, with California getting ready to enter Phase three at the end of this week, with some restaurants and shops already opened up, we’ve stayed at home, not ready to face the risk. Basically just hanging around. […]
A Multitasking Workout
Multitasking: Dealing with more than one task at the same time. “parenting skills such as multitasking and concentrating amid distractions are easily transferable to the workplace” While many people claim to be proud of their multitasking abilities, it seems to be mostly a myth we accomplish more when we try to do more than one […]
A One-Sided Workout. Unilateral Exercises to Stay Balanced
Let me tell you a little story. A while back, I did what we call an orientation with a new member at work. The idea is to show them how to use the equipment, leave them with a basic workout they can do on their own, and, ultimately, to sell them personal training services. […]
5 Ways to Make Your Yoga Practice a Part of Your Busy Life
I can hear my regular readers snickering at this title. I am well known for my on again/off again relationship with my yoga practice. And the reasons I go “off again?” My busy life. I have kept pretty busy during the pandemic too, even though I’m not working. I’ve managed to find things to do […]
At Home TRX Workout: Stay Home, Get Outdoors, Work Out
I have found, over the course of the last weeks, that one of the hardest parts about staying at home is staying indoors. Face it, getting outside, surrounded by fresh air warmed by the sun, is vital for our health. Now that it’s spring and the weather is warming up, it’s important to get outdoors. […]