Congratulations to all who joined and for those who shared. This has been one month, that's it! I enjoyed dedicating this month to fitness because it is about awareness. Regardless of what we all set out to do and what we actually ended up doing, I know that we were able gain awareness about our bodies.
This month I am proud to say that I did 7 yoga classes. The first class I took was more than four years ago and I probably had only gone to 7 classes all together before this month. Two great successes- when I'm in Downward Dog (fundamental yoga pose) my heals can almost touch the ground now! That's inches closer to the ground than when I started! #2- my lower back doesn't hurt anymore. I would have minor pains after I would go on my runs or after work and now I don't! awesome, huh. Also...I guess there's a third success...this month has been especially hard at work and I've just been in a better mood and more able to handle what was thrown my way. And, it's not like it's just a burst of energy, it's more like a steady, strong, balanced approach which makes me feel like I have more of a handle on things.
I'm super proud of all of you and I love that I have this set of family and friends who I know can support each other for greater success! I love you all.
Let's keep it up.
Sunday, February 28, 2010
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
134/82
It was a good morning and a great visit with my doctor! It's been a month since I've seen her and I must say she was quite proud of me. I told her that I took her advice very seriously last time and made some changes. She chuckled at the thought of someone actually taking a doctor's advice seriously.
My blood pressure went down and so did my weight. I lost six pounds and my blood pressure is down to a non-medication level of 134/82. The goal is to get it down to 120/80 so these are encouraging numbers.
Fitness February is winding down and I must say that I'm proud of myself as well. I'm proud of all of us for taking the steps to change, learn and grow.
Thank you to everyone for your encouragement and support. It is truly helpful and appreciated.
Fitness March is just around the corner and there are more goals to make.
I hear ideas of a family garden behind my parents house and I couldn't be more ecstatic of that possibility. Ralna, Justin and I got really excited over the thought. Last year, my mom had a "Harvest Party" and Justin suggested the garden as a "Spring Awakening" to plant and nurture before our mom's 2nd annual Harvest Party.
Anyways, just some ideas to throw out there and think about.
The week is winding down and I hope it is going well for everyone.
My blood pressure went down and so did my weight. I lost six pounds and my blood pressure is down to a non-medication level of 134/82. The goal is to get it down to 120/80 so these are encouraging numbers.
Fitness February is winding down and I must say that I'm proud of myself as well. I'm proud of all of us for taking the steps to change, learn and grow.
Thank you to everyone for your encouragement and support. It is truly helpful and appreciated.
Fitness March is just around the corner and there are more goals to make.
I hear ideas of a family garden behind my parents house and I couldn't be more ecstatic of that possibility. Ralna, Justin and I got really excited over the thought. Last year, my mom had a "Harvest Party" and Justin suggested the garden as a "Spring Awakening" to plant and nurture before our mom's 2nd annual Harvest Party.
Anyways, just some ideas to throw out there and think about.
The week is winding down and I hope it is going well for everyone.
Monday, February 22, 2010
Is anyone there?
Well, i hope everyone is sticking with it, whats the lastest guys: Ralna, Susa, Nikki, etc. what has everyone been learning from their process etc? Hope everyone is healthy and staying with. I know what the adults are doing but nothing from the new generation. Give us some new ideas, we obviosly don't know everything ; )
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Inspirational Movie on Running and Other Good Links
Thought everyone would enjoy watching this. I immediately thought of Alita, Ralna and Ralphe for this subject because they have been running marathons for awhile. Anyway, i thought all you guys could carry on this type of work in your neighborhoods etc. This was a documentary i saw on KQED tonight. This type of work could keep you motivated for a long time. You woud be working out kids while working yourself out and helping the planet in the process, pretty much the highest calling. Check it out here:
http://www.kqed.org/arts/programs/trulyca/episode.jsp?epid=205906
and here is the link to buy the DVD if your so inclined:
http://www.runnershighfilm.com/
Also, here is a link to that book i bought that i thought everyone could benifit from, especially those of us that don't want to pay for a gym:
http://www.amazon.com/Mens-Health-Home-Workout-Bible/dp/1579546579/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1266819081&sr=1-1
And here is the link to that Yoga PDF online:
http://www.theyogaspot.com/PDF%20Files/Rama%20Yoga%20international%20article.pdf
Anyway, hope everyone is sticking with it. This will be my last week working out at a gym for awhile, i'm going to go it on my own at home. I should be able to pull it off i have been doing it a long time now. Take care and have a good week!
http://www.kqed.org/arts/programs/trulyca/episode.jsp?epid=205906
and here is the link to buy the DVD if your so inclined:
http://www.runnershighfilm.com/
Also, here is a link to that book i bought that i thought everyone could benifit from, especially those of us that don't want to pay for a gym:
http://www.amazon.com/Mens-Health-Home-Workout-Bible/dp/1579546579/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1266819081&sr=1-1
And here is the link to that Yoga PDF online:
http://www.theyogaspot.com/PDF%20Files/Rama%20Yoga%20international%20article.pdf
Anyway, hope everyone is sticking with it. This will be my last week working out at a gym for awhile, i'm going to go it on my own at home. I should be able to pull it off i have been doing it a long time now. Take care and have a good week!
Saturday, February 20, 2010
What's happening, no postings!?! Today, Ralph & I went to nearby Doyle park. I had heard that people gather there for Tai Chi from 8:30-9:30 and it gave Lexus the chance to socialize with other dogs. People have been coming there for Tai Chi about 20 years and this was the first time I had heard of it! I've always wanted to learn and because it is hard for me to do any high impact exercise (weak feet, knees, back!), I thought this would be my speed! Like slow dancing! I had a wonderful time. I've been using the Swiss exercise ball and it has helped my back tremendously. Ralph was in a golf tournament with his brother, Rene, and they did pretty good...and they walked! What's happening with everyone else?
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Beautiful Day in Northern CA
Wow, what a beautiful day up here, went to level 9 today its a killer seems to be the perfect pace for me at least right now. Added another ten pounds this week to all my weights. Anyway, things are going good. proably won't work out five days this week either but i know it up front which is good... life happens. Wendesday is ash day, thursday Alita comes in, so will have to be creative with the time on the weekend.
everyone have a good one and keep on keepin on!
everyone have a good one and keep on keepin on!
Monday, February 15, 2010
D4E website
http://www.d4e.net/
This website paid for our new washer, check it out...Ralph and I worked together to create this site (unheard off).
Here is a very special quote that came my way recently:
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others."
This website paid for our new washer, check it out...Ralph and I worked together to create this site (unheard off).
Here is a very special quote that came my way recently:
"Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our light, not our darkness that most frightens us. We ask ourselves, Who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, fabulous? Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God. Your playing small does not serve the world. There is nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other people won't feel insecure around you. We are all meant to shine, as children do. We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone. And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same. As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others."
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