There are many reasons why people practice meditation. Many of us are drawn to it because we want to relax and eliminate unnecessary stress and tension. The effects of it can be much like a mini vacation as one "returns' refreshed, rejuvenated and with a new perspective on life. Unlike a vacation, it costs NOTHING and only requires a few minutes of time, preferably each … [Read more...] about Don’t Medicate, Meditate!!!
Fitness
Fitness Trends 2010
Having started in this wonderful industry just short of 30 years ago, I have seen LOTS of changes in how we exercise! The first classes I ever taught, back in the early 80s, were called TEAM TIME. This was before the word aerobics was even coined! Team Time was an already choreographed, simple routine, produced by the people at Elaine Powers Figure Salons corporate offices. … [Read more...] about Fitness Trends 2010
The Fountain of Youth
Regular exercise is definitely the closest thing we have to the fountain of youth. Here are just 12 ways that aerobic exercise slow down the aging process. Thanks to Peter G. Snell, PhD and Steven Blair, PED 1) By lowering the rates at which telomeres (those little chromosome endings) erode, which means overall body wear and tear happens at a reduced speed 2) Lowers blood … [Read more...] about The Fountain of Youth
Every Day is a Holiday.
"Every day's a holiday with you..." I think Dick Van Dyke sang that in the movie, Mary Poppins. Every day is a reason to celebrate! This week-- today, tomorrow and Thursday hold lots of celebration. Of course we all know Thursday is Earth Day (and VFT). Tomorrow is Kyle's 23rd birthday. Today is 420. Either you already know that and you celebrate it, or you don't and no … [Read more...] about Every Day is a Holiday.
Take 10
I have lately been inspired by Tony Horton's 10 Minute Trainer. It reminds me of a couple of cliches -- first that there is a lid for every pot and second that there are many roads that lead to the same destination. While Tony's P90X has daily routines ranging from about 40 minutes to that grueling 92 minute yoga video, the 10 Minute Trainer is just that. 10 minutes each day … [Read more...] about Take 10