Good morning and happy Sunday. It's been great to hear from so many people who have been stopping in to take a peak at this blog. I greatly appreciate all the feedback and am glad to hear that some of you are taking more time to practice quiet meditation, others are giving thought to adding more plant based foods to their meals and still others are taking more time to … [Read more...] about The Starfish
Archives for May 2010
Can I Get a Jump?
Well into spring now, people are asking me a lot about "jump starts." Kick starting a weight loss plan is a way to get some close to immediate gratification and though not at all necessary, I understand. It's important, though, for everyone to keep in mind THERE IS NO QUICK FIX when it comes to weight loss. Though every single time I turn on my TV there is a trendy new diet, … [Read more...] about Can I Get a Jump?
Play Ball
It's time to get on the ball. In SilverSneakers classes, part of the routine involves the use of a medium sized inflatable ball. Certainly bigger and softer than a soft ball, but considerably smaller than a volley ball, there are ENDLESS exercises we do with it. Though we also incorporate weights and elastic tubing, there is something about that ball that I have always loved … [Read more...] about Play Ball
Everything Changes
Everything changes. One thing we know for sure is that nothing stays the same. We can't dwell on what was, and we can't really worry about what will be. Just to make a point, vegan feast Thursday ended like this last week...one of the regulars announced he would be missing most of the vegan feasts this summer, as he left for 6 weeks to tour the US and Japan with his band. … [Read more...] about Everything Changes
Shedding the Pounds, Literally.
Loved the Biggest Loser challenge last night. Love to see those contestants deal with carrying their weight and then shedding it after reaching each hurdle. Metaphoric, therapeutic, a great boost for the soul, a great lesson in remembering from where they came and a fabulous physical challenge. Those are the kind of challenges I totally enjoy on this show, void of danger and … [Read more...] about Shedding the Pounds, Literally.