Tuesday, November 10, 2009
SIMPLICITY
As a business woman, I strive to succeed on a daily basis in both my personal and professional life. I work hard and I play hard. But as a trainer, I try to help people recognize that they need to make time for themselves on a regular basis. Lifestyle Coaching for a more politically correct term.
Living simply does not come easy to most of us who are driven and competitive. But, I would like to offer some suggestions that might be gradual steps to grasping what is really of value to you, especially during economic stress and the holidays that are fast approaching...
1. Practice saying "no" to things that don't bring you fulfillment. Be useful with your time and energy.
2. Live in an environment that is comfortable and relaxing, instead of a museum.
3. Take time to dream big. Make a list of what is important for you to achieve in the future, don't become stagnant.
4. Spend at least one hour per week outside in a natural setting, away from crowds, traffic, noise.
5. Limit working at home to 30 minutes a day - definitely not easy if you are working from home as a profession; therefore, schedule your time, then wrap it up.
6. Limit your children to constant stimulation. Kids need to know how to improvise their own fun.
7. Create time to exercise, eat properly and rest. Re-establish boundaries so that you can feel more complete as a person.
When life gets overwhelming, especially this time of year, take a step back and see what obstacles you can eliminate.
A quote from William Morris, " Have nothing in your house or your life that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful."
Simplicity is a gift we could all use for a little peace of mind.
Living simply does not come easy to most of us who are driven and competitive. But, I would like to offer some suggestions that might be gradual steps to grasping what is really of value to you, especially during economic stress and the holidays that are fast approaching...
1. Practice saying "no" to things that don't bring you fulfillment. Be useful with your time and energy.
2. Live in an environment that is comfortable and relaxing, instead of a museum.
3. Take time to dream big. Make a list of what is important for you to achieve in the future, don't become stagnant.
4. Spend at least one hour per week outside in a natural setting, away from crowds, traffic, noise.
5. Limit working at home to 30 minutes a day - definitely not easy if you are working from home as a profession; therefore, schedule your time, then wrap it up.
6. Limit your children to constant stimulation. Kids need to know how to improvise their own fun.
7. Create time to exercise, eat properly and rest. Re-establish boundaries so that you can feel more complete as a person.
When life gets overwhelming, especially this time of year, take a step back and see what obstacles you can eliminate.
A quote from William Morris, " Have nothing in your house or your life that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful."
Simplicity is a gift we could all use for a little peace of mind.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Lighten Up Your Life During the Holidays
Holidays are fast approaching and that little barometer of stress will be rising slowly. Make an honest attempt this year not to over commit your daily schedule. Trying to attend every event, host a party, prepare a dinner, power shop for gifts, visit family and friends, and decorate the home- will take a toll on the body and the spirit.
This is the time to exercise, eat right and relax a bit. Do not give up the YOU time for the sake of the holiday rush. Just trim back a little and keep the habit strong. Delegate when possible some of the tasks to be accomplished each week.
Bring back the meaning of holiday time - to share, to laugh, to celebrate.
This is the time to exercise, eat right and relax a bit. Do not give up the YOU time for the sake of the holiday rush. Just trim back a little and keep the habit strong. Delegate when possible some of the tasks to be accomplished each week.
Bring back the meaning of holiday time - to share, to laugh, to celebrate.
Monday, October 19, 2009
Optimal Balance
I bet you thought I was going to bring up nutrition? Well, I am actually writing about balance and instability of the body generated from the CNS (central nervous system). There are 3 major systems.
1. Visual - Movement of our body in space noting the objects around us
2. Somatosensory - movement of our body relative to its base of support in relation to other parts. It relies on other systems when visual is not possible (walking around in the dark).
3. Vestibular - located in the inner ear, responding to head movements.
I most commonly see injuries in the foot and ankle (sprains) that affect the gait/stride. Additionally, decreased muscle activiation in the calf muscles that affect ankle planar flexion/dorsiflexsion (point and flex of the foot).
When doing single leg balance work, start with the shoes off so that you can target 3 points of the foot - the big toe, the center of the heel and the little toe. Move the lifted knee side to side slowly trying to stay on one foot properly.
Most falls in seniors occur due to poor balance and lack of muscle strength. Also, some lumbar pain can come for a dysfunction in the lower extremities when walking or exercising. )Always seek a professional to determine the break in the link).
1. Visual - Movement of our body in space noting the objects around us
2. Somatosensory - movement of our body relative to its base of support in relation to other parts. It relies on other systems when visual is not possible (walking around in the dark).
3. Vestibular - located in the inner ear, responding to head movements.
I most commonly see injuries in the foot and ankle (sprains) that affect the gait/stride. Additionally, decreased muscle activiation in the calf muscles that affect ankle planar flexion/dorsiflexsion (point and flex of the foot).
When doing single leg balance work, start with the shoes off so that you can target 3 points of the foot - the big toe, the center of the heel and the little toe. Move the lifted knee side to side slowly trying to stay on one foot properly.
Most falls in seniors occur due to poor balance and lack of muscle strength. Also, some lumbar pain can come for a dysfunction in the lower extremities when walking or exercising. )Always seek a professional to determine the break in the link).
Monday, October 5, 2009
Autumn is a Time for Change
There is a crispness in the air, the leaves are beginning to reflect the warm colors of fall and the longer daylight hours are diminishing minute by minute. Most of us do not look forward to the upcoming cooler months ahead, but the 3 months of Fall can be one of the most beautiful times of year for most areas.
The change of seasons can also be a chance to reflect on the upcoming changes one might like to make personally or professionally. Are you focused on what is important to you? Are you active in all the roles of your life - including yourself? Is your business providing you the sense of security you will need in months to come? What are you thankful for and what have you learned over the past 3 months? Reflection comes in many forms and we can all benefit from it.
Be open to change, grow with it and from it and let go of things that really aren't important. Complete wellness come from not just physical activity, but emotional well-being.
The change of seasons can also be a chance to reflect on the upcoming changes one might like to make personally or professionally. Are you focused on what is important to you? Are you active in all the roles of your life - including yourself? Is your business providing you the sense of security you will need in months to come? What are you thankful for and what have you learned over the past 3 months? Reflection comes in many forms and we can all benefit from it.
Be open to change, grow with it and from it and let go of things that really aren't important. Complete wellness come from not just physical activity, but emotional well-being.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Great News!!
I recently returned from a conference in Palm Springs, CA where I attended a lecture/forum conducted by Dr. Pamela Peeke. She is known for her book Body for Life for Women as well as her television show on the Discovery Channel, plus her extensive research work. She is currently working with the "powers that be" on Capital Hill. To keep it simple, Physical Activity is going to be listed on the Medical History form taken by your doctor as one of the Vital Signs (ie., blood pressure, weight, pulse, etc).
With that said, I am going to join in the push and become part of Exercise Is Medicine. This will be a networking between medical professionals and qualified health and wellness professionals. The first line of defense will be fitness and nutrition as a prescription from your doctor to improve your quality of life, not just medications.
This has been a long time coming, and it is possible (very possible), that individuals will be able to obtain lower healthcare rates and deduct personal trainer fees on their tax information (with qualified, approved proof).
It is a win/win situation. So Stay Strong and Keep Moving!!! It may just be what the doctor orders.
With that said, I am going to join in the push and become part of Exercise Is Medicine. This will be a networking between medical professionals and qualified health and wellness professionals. The first line of defense will be fitness and nutrition as a prescription from your doctor to improve your quality of life, not just medications.
This has been a long time coming, and it is possible (very possible), that individuals will be able to obtain lower healthcare rates and deduct personal trainer fees on their tax information (with qualified, approved proof).
It is a win/win situation. So Stay Strong and Keep Moving!!! It may just be what the doctor orders.
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Energy Drinks and Teens
The latest boom in energy drinks have not only spiked sugar consumption, but have increased health risks in our teens particularly. Caffeine can range in amounts of 100-428 milligrams per 12 ounce serving. That is 2 times the amount in a can of Coke.
Side effects are jitters, sleep pattern disruptions, irritability, nausea and even abnormal heart rhythms. Caffeine is an addiction regardless if it is in a coffee beverage or a can.
Athletes in schools are using these drinks for a jolt prior to workouts and games. Parents need to encourage a change for the sake of their teen's health.
Side effects are jitters, sleep pattern disruptions, irritability, nausea and even abnormal heart rhythms. Caffeine is an addiction regardless if it is in a coffee beverage or a can.
Athletes in schools are using these drinks for a jolt prior to workouts and games. Parents need to encourage a change for the sake of their teen's health.
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