tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30741736687771985022024-02-06T22:41:41.048-06:00MJ WalkingAnd running and Jazzercising and cycling. In the yoga studio and at the barre. Inside. Outside. This is where I talk about my efforts to stay healthy, happy and well.
Join me!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.comBlogger71125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-71213260959596330662017-01-20T11:26:00.000-06:002017-01-20T11:26:14.164-06:00Get Your Zzzs<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I’m a Sleep Zealot.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">If I don’t get enough sleep, I turn into a crazy
person who is grumpy, snippy and irate.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I’m overly emotional to the point that I’m liable to tear up
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<span style="font-size: large;">I lose my keys, my phone and my mind. I also lose all control around food so there’s
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<span style="font-size: large;">One of my <a href="http://maryjanebruce1.blogspot.com/2017/01/2017-im-comin-for-ya.html">resolutions</a> for 2017 is to Be Me. When it comes to
sleep, that means the following:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span>On a Friday night, you’ll often find me at home
in my jammies, curled up with Netflix and a glass of wine. I sometimes suffer
from FOMO when I get on Facebook or Instagram and see all the fun stuff I'm missing. But when I’m tired, I aim for a relaxing evening and an early
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span>During the week, I turn off the TV at 9 p.m. and
get into bed with a good book. NO technology and lights out at 10-ish. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span>On Saturdays and Sundays, I don’t set an alarm.
I still get up relatively early, but I don’t jump out of bed and
get moving. Every other morning of the week I'm up before the sun, dressed and out
the door early so on the weekend, I’m inclined to relax. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Symbol;"><span>·<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span>Occasionally, when I’m really, really exhausted,
I’ll go to sleep at 9 p.m. <span> </span>And it feels
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sleep, glorious sleep!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Turns out, there’s science to back up my obsession with sleep.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Sleep deprivation is bad for your health. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Fatigue is blamed for car crashes and workplace accidents. Sleep
deprivation puts you at risk for serious health problems like heart attack,
high blood pressure and depression. Sleep loss impacts the way your brain
functions, making it harder to concentrate, solve problems and make decisions. Lack
of sleep is also related to an increase in hunger and appetite. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now I understand why, when I’m tired, I reach for the M&Ms.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In our 24/7 culture, it’s a badge of honor to talk about how
tired we are or how well we function on just a few hours of sleep. Yet, if you
aren’t getting enough sleep, you also aren’t in a position to judge how well
you’re getting along. You may be impaired and not realize it. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">In her book, <i>The Sleep Revolution</i>, Arianna Huffington
details the physical, emotional and financial costs of sleep loss. She writes:</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Scientists
are resoundingly confirming what our ancestors knew instinctively:</i></span><span style="font-size: large;"><i> that our sleep is not
empty time. Sleep is a time of intense neurological activity -<span> </span></i></span><span style="font-size: large;"><i>a rich time of renewal,
memory consolidation, brain and neurochemical</i></span><span style="font-size: large;"><i> cleansing, and cognitive
maintenance. Properly appraised, our sleeping</i></span><span style="font-size: large;"><i> time is as valuable a
commodity as the time we are awake. In fact, <b>getting</b></i></span><span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> the right
amount of sleep enhances the quality of every minute we spend</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>with our
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<span style="font-size: large;">My magic sleep number is 7.5 hours. After a night like that,
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</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-62294571828397046812017-01-12T09:46:00.000-06:002017-01-12T09:46:01.299-06:00And the Word of the Year Is....
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<span style="font-size: large;">Last week in my Fly Fitness yoga class, Kendra challenged us to choose a
word for the year. Just as you might set your “intention” for your yoga
practice, this word sets an intention for 2017. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Of course, the first word that popped into my head was “chocolate” followed
quickly by “wine”. Yeeeaaahhh. I'm pretty sure that's not what Kendra meant about choosing an intention. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I chose and discarded other words during that class. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“Joy” is too broad.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“Challenge” sounds exhausting.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Aargh? (Technically, not a word but it did pop into my head
as I tried to master crow pose.) </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">By the time we finally reached shivasana, I had it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="color: red;"><b>NOURISH.</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Last week, I blogged about <a href="http://maryjanebruce1.blogspot.com/2017/01/2017-im-comin-for-ya.html" target="">resolutions</a> because I love making
them and I’m a committed goal-setter. Choosing a word of the year distills that list
to one theme and helps me focus my actions.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The word “nourish” seems to fit with all my <a href="http://resolutions./">resolutions.</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“Nourish” refers to making healthy, delicious food that
fuels my body. </span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Healthy comfort food warms my heart. And my belly.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Yoga and meditation are two activities I want to do more of because
they nourish my brain, body and spirit. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Before I take on a project or say yes to an obligation, I’m
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<span style="font-size: large;">It’s my word for 2017. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Followed closely by chocolate and
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the beginning of the year is a great time for a reset.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I take the Christmas tree down, vacuum up the pine needles
and stow the bins of decorations in the basement for another year. And when the
house is peaceful and serene again, I take out my brand new planner and colored
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Yoga Goals! Weight loss Goals! Financial Goals! </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Entertain more!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Try a digital detox!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">True, I fell short on many of the goals I set for myself
last year at this time. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">But I give myself credit for accomplishing a few,
especially in the area of wellness.</span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span>I started going to bed earlier and getting up
earlier. The extra sleep helps me feel better and I'm more productive.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Yoga is gradually becoming a consistent part of my routine.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I started a meditation practice. It's a work in progress, but I think I see benefits in stress reduction and mindfulness. </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">I didn’t achieve the weight loss goal I set for myself in
2016 and I’m okay with that. I continue to exercise 5-6 times a week in a
variety of ways, including Jazzercise Fusion, Flip Fusion and Strength classes. (Love those formats!) At Fly
Fitness, the facility near my office downtown, I take barre, HIIT, spinning and yoga. It’s a good mix.</span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">So. </span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">What’s the plan for 2017?</span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Instead of broad, sweeping resolutions, I’m going to be very
specific. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><br />
And no more weight loss goals. I’m concentrating on strength and
flexibility, with an emphasis on improving my diet. I also will continue
to work on reducing stress and improving mindfulness.</span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Build my yoga practice. It’s hard to fit in
another class but I’m going to incorporate a sun salutation combination in the
morning and a relaxation/flexibility routine in the evening.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span>Take the meal prep class at the Wellness Kitchen
on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln East campus. Find easy ways to plan and prep
meals on the weekends.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span>Eat fish for dinner at least twice a month. </span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span>Take the January Personal Touch class at Jazzercise.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span>Find a meditation retreat or class.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span>Join an accountability group. </span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span>Try a Reiki Mushroom extract.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span>Start taking fish oil and red yeast rice
supplements. I’m not a big supplement fan but both of these have been shown to
be good cholesterol fighters. My HDL, or “good” cholesterol is high and my LDL
or “bad” cholesterol is low but my total number has been creeping up over the
last two years. I’d like to bring it down. </span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span>Go paddleboarding.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span></span><br />
<ul>
<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Make seasonal goals to keep me on track.</span></span></li>
</ul>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;"></span><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">Do you make resolutions or goals for the new year?</span></span></div>
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "times" , "times new roman" , serif;">
</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-67608450754417013192016-10-04T08:00:00.000-05:002016-10-18T09:36:25.974-05:00Powering Through<style>
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It’s a good thing I don’t have a couch in my office.</div>
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If I did, I’d probably nod off every day
about 2PM. Now, I don’t think there’s anything wrong with an afternoon nap. The
Huffington Post actually has nap rooms for its employees and president Arianna
Huffington is a firm believer in the importance of getting enough rest. </div>
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But most days I have to power through a busy afternoon and and a nap isn’t going to happen.</div>
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I’ve discovered a good midday sweat sesh makes a difference.</div>
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I get my heart pumping over the noon hour at Fly Fitness, a
studio near my office that offers a variety of classes. Most of them are 45
minutes so I can shower, fix my hair and get back to work in no time. Jazzercise offers a 12:15 express class that's 30 minutes and my favorite weekend classes are the 1:30 Fusion and Flip Fusion formats. </div>
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Afternoon classes fuel the rest of my day and clear out the cobwebs.</div>
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There’s science behind the idea that exercise increases
productivity. Physical exertion actually boosts energy by stimulating the development
of mitochondria. Mitochondria is known as the cell’s power plant because it
produces ATP, the chemical your body uses as energy, not only for physical
tasks but for your brain, as well. Okay, enough biology. All that matters is exercise helps stimulate the brain. </div>
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Add a motivating playlist and you have the prescription for an
energized afternoon.</div>
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Take, for example, the Fly Ride cycling class I took last
summer taught by Kim Barrett. Kim is a friend and colleague and the human
personification of the Energizer Bunny. She stays on top of the crazy schedules
of two kids, a spouse and a job and still manages to teach fitness classes. With
a smile on her face.</div>
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Kim knocked it out of the park with a class she called the
Empowerment Ride. Throughout the class, she nudged us up those hills with a
kick-a** playlist and a series of motivating messages, including:</div>
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Fight for you goals.</div>
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Be present in your
life.</div>
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Be proud of yourself.</div>
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Figure out what you
want and go after it.</div>
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Rise up.</div>
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Be powerful.</div>
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Be confident.</div>
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Support each other.</div>
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I went back to work feeling strong, determined and ready for
anything.</div>
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Don’t mess with me. </div>
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Even when I can’t get away for a full workout during the
day, I try to get up from my desk and take a short walk to clear out the
cobwebs in my brain. </div>
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So if you’re the kind of person who starts to drag in the
afternoon, head for the gym at lunchtime. If your schedule doesn’t allow it,
lace up your shoes and take a quick spin around the block. You’ll be glad you
did.</div>
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By the way, here are the songs on Kim’s Empowerment
playlist, in case you want to make your own. I did.</div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Remember
the Name – The Rising Tied</div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Rise Up –
Audra Day</div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Powerful –
Major Lazar</div>
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Broken Arrows – Avicii</div>
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Me Too – Meghan Trainor</div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Not Afraid –
Eminem</div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>The Power –
SNAP!</div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Confident –
Demi Lovato</div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Stand By
You – Rachel Platten</div>
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<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">…minus the snow and ice and bitter cold.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Fall is my hands down my favorite season of the year. I love
cool crisp mornings, a warm sun during the day and no humidity. Football and
pumpkin spice. Yes, this is my time.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I don’t have school age children but I work on a university
campus so I feel that return to routine. I get the urge to buy school supplies,
pull out some colored markers and fill in my planner. There’s a new energy
associated with fall that is just like the start of a calendar year, but
without the pressure. </span></div>
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</span></span></span>Do more meal-planning and prep on the weekend. I
don’t want to spend hours cooking on Sunday but it helps to have a plan for the
week. And I’d like to do a little prep so that I’m not scrambling to throw
together a healthy dinner when I’m exhausted after work.</span></div>
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</span></span></span>Boost the protein in my diet. I always try to
get my nutrients from food but this one is a bit of a challenge. I’m going to
research protein powders and try some in my smoothie in the morning.</span></div>
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</span></span></span>Go hiking somewhere beautiful when the leaves
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</span></span></span>Indulge in a luxurious spa treatment. I have a
gift certificate for a local day spa that I haven’t used yet and a facial/massage/hot
stone something-or-other would make a great weekend activity. </span></div>
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</span></span></span>Sit by my fire pit. Drink red wine. (Is that a
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I recently completed a session of Personal Touch in the Park, a four week small group class offered through Jazzercise and taught by Fara. (Fara of <a href="http://maryjanebruce1.blogspot.com/2015/06/motivational-monday.html" target="_blank">triathlon</a> fame.) It's one of my favorite classes because it's outside, it's a different workout experience and it's fun. Which is not to say there isn't some whining involved.<br />
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Here are some of the thoughts that go through my head during the class. <br />
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<li>It's 350 degrees out and I feel like I'm in the jungle. I'm already sweating and I haven't gotten out of the car yet. </li>
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<li> It's almost time for the class to start and Fara's not here yet. Maybe she's not coming. </li>
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<li>Oh, no, here she is with that big smile on her face, carrying an armload of red tubes. She's relieved that the weather isn't as bad as she thought it would be. (Because if it were any more humid it would be raining.)</li>
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<li>Maybe she'll take it easy on us because it's so hot.</li>
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<li>Nope. We're running. And we're running up that hill. Well, actually, other people are running up that hill. I'm sort of trudging, hobbling and muttering under my breath. I can't do this. It's too hot. I can't do this. I can't....</li>
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<li>Hey, I made it! I am awesome. I am a beast. I can do this.</li>
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<li>Oh, no. I can't do this. Step-ups onto the picnic table bench are made for tall people with long legs, not short people like me with legs still quivering from the hill. But only twenty. I can do twenty! What?! Twenty each leg? She's kidding, right? Followed by 50 squats. </li>
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<li>Moving on to chest and arms with the tube. Sweat is dripping off my face. Why do I sweat so much? It's not a good look. </li>
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<li> MORE CARDIO. Just a little sidestepping and a few lunges. A few million lunges. </li>
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<li>Ahhh. A breeze. </li>
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<li>Planks, planks and more planks. Who invented planks? This could substitute for waterboarding. I'd give up a lot of secrets to be able to put my knees down right now. </li>
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<li> More ab work. At least we get to lie down. What if I can't get up again?</li>
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And done!<br />
I feel great! Let's do it again!<br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-2414384495432797702016-07-07T10:39:00.000-05:002016-07-07T10:39:02.035-05:00We're Halfway There
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So far in July…</div>
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</span></span></span>A holiday weekend that was SOOOO much fun but
didn’t exactly break fitness records. My favorite quote from the weekend was: “Do
you need sugar before you do this? Well, I do.” (Yes, Sharon, you gave us
permission to buy red licorice. And yes, it does taste good with beer.)</div>
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</span></span></span>One workout. Just one. I went to Jazzercise on
Saturday. Okay, I did take the dogs for walks so I wasn’t a complete sloth. But
most of the time, I sat there. In a lawn chair by the lake. Around the firepit.
Around the cabin drinking coffee. At home in front of the TV. </div>
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</span></span></span>Lots of delicious food. Shish-kebabs, pasta
salad, cookies, breakfast casserole. We even ate cherry pie straight out of the
pie pan, falling upon it like a pack of dogs. Not a pretty sight.</div>
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It occurs to me, that we’re halfway through the year and I’m
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I did get back at it yesterday with a sensible diet and a cycling
class at Fly Fitness. This morning there are TWO boxes of donuts in the break
room at work and I refuse to succumb. And I AM going to Jazzercise after work. </div>
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I feel better already.</div>
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I’m also re-focusing on my goals.</div>
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Here they are:</div>
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</span></span></span>Get my resting metabolic rate tested.</div>
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What’s your fitness plan for the rest of 2016?</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-50949475646654694462016-06-07T08:47:00.000-05:002016-06-07T08:47:07.725-05:00Diet Rebound<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Confession. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Some of my clothes from last summer are just a tad snug. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I tell myself it's not about the weight, it's about health and fitness and feeling positive about my body. Progress, not perfection. But then something doesn't fit right and I start to panic. Why did I throw caution to the wind and dive into all that wedding, birthday and graduation cake? The three-day holiday weekend didn't help any. I'm mad at the scale and myself and I want to do something drastic.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Like starve myself.</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I've been here before. Yes, I'm a recovering diet addict. Like the alcoholic who falls off the wagon, I'm tempted to take that deep dive into grapefruit or cabbage soup or whatever diet will get me back into my skinny jeans ASAP.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Of course, the thought of that much deprivation is sad and dreary. Crash diets make me <b>HANGRY</b>, that combination of hungry and angry that results in severe grumpiness. And usually, diets just trigger the desire to Eat. All. The. Cookies.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">You've heard that old joke: "My goal this year was to loose ten pounds. Only 15 to go."</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Yep.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I also believe my long tradition of yo-yo crash dieting is what contributes to weight gain. And a recent study of <i>The Biggest Loser</i> contestants seems to back that up. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now, I'm not obese - I'm tend to stay within about ten to 15 pounds of what I consider my healthiest weight. But some of the findings from the study resonate with me. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Researchers followed contestants from the reality TV series for six years and the results show just how hard your body fights back when you diet. The study is detailed in a New York Times article by reporter Gina Kolata, <i>After '<a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2016/05/02/health/biggest-loser-weight-loss.html?_r=0" target="_blank">The Biggest Loser,' Their Bodies Fought to Regain Weight</a>.</i> What was most disturbing was the change in metabolism that lasted for years after the intense diet and exercise program ended. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">"As the years went by and the numbers on the scale climbed," writes Kolata, "the
contestants’ metabolisms did not recover. They became even slower, and
the pounds kept piling on. It was as if their bodies were intensifying
their effort to pull the contestants back to their original weight."</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">One contestant who had a normal metabolism when he appeared on the show six years ago, now burns 800 calories a day fewer than what is normal for a man his size. A female contestant burns about 437 fewer calories a day.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The reasons behind diet rebound are complicated. But experts point to hormones and metabolism as two culprits that pull you back after you lose weight, whether it's 100 pounds or ten. <b>Your body has a certain weight it can maintain without a lot of effort and when you challenge that, you've got a fight on your hands.</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I've never watched <i>The Biggest Loser</i> because I believe extreme diet and exercise is unhealthy and unsustainable. And this study just confirms that belief. As frustrating as it is, slow and steady weight loss is the way to go. Small steps, healthy eating, moderate exercise. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And information. I'm going to take advantage of a service offered where I work, at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The campus recreation center offers a resting metabolic rate assessment along with a nutrition consultation. I'm going to do this and find out science says about my body and how it should be fueled.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'll let you know what I find out. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Were you ever a crash diet addict? What do you do now to maintain a healthy weight?</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-7511619608589899222016-05-24T10:46:00.003-05:002016-05-24T10:50:47.864-05:00Music Makes It Better. <div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-size: large;">I usually enjoy working out. When I don’t exercise, I get
grumpy and lethargic and you just don’t want to be around me. Getting out there
and breaking a sweat is the ultimate cure for a bad day.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">But I also have those days when I just don’t wanna. Maybe
I’m tired and feeling overwhelmed by life. I want to wear yoga pants and binge
watch Real Housewives. On those occasions, I often drag myself to Jazzercise
with the promise that I’ll give it 15 minutes and if I’m STILL not feeling it,
I have permission to leave. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Nine times out of ten, I end up staying. Why? Pitbull! Lady
Gaga! Megan Traynor! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>MUSIC. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Instructors are introducing new songs and new routines in class this week and it’s definitely a motivational shot in the arm. Dancing
to new music really does improve my workout. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And there’s science behind why
that’s true.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">First of all, music with “high-groove” qualities will
improve YOUR groove. <a href="http://musicpsychology.co.uk/music-that-moves-you/" target="_blank">(<i>Music that moves you</i>, Music Psychology)</a> Groove in music is defined as the aspect of a tune that
makes you want to tap your foot. The music excites the motor areas of our brain
and it's impossible to sit still. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Just ask Elaine.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Music also makes us work harder and longer. <a href="http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/08/25/phys-ed-does-music-make-you-exercise-harder/" target="_blank">(<i>Phys Ed: Does Music Make You Exercise Harder?</i>, NYTimes)</a> Up-tempo music
distracts from the pain and at the same time, gets us moving. In one study,
volunteers riding stationary bikes and listening to up-tempo music produced a
more powerful pedal stroke and racked up more miles than when the tempo of the
music dropped.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In another study,
basketball players who had trouble performing under pressure did better at the
free-throw line when they listened to an upbeat tune.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I find that music also just helps put me in the zone, if you
know what I mean. A good music set makes for a very short hour. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Scientists aren’t quite sure why music works because the
interplay of music, your brain and your body isn’t totally understood. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Songs with a tempo of between 120 and 140
beats per minute (bpm) are said to be effective because they mirror your heart
rate. <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/01/why-exercise-workout-music-playlist_n_4173931.html" target="_blank">(<i>7 Reasons You Should Listen to Music When You Work Out</i>, Huffington Post)</a> </span><br />
<br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I found this cool website that actually lists the bpm for songs and
recommends music for running, walking or cycling. <a href="https://jog.fm/" target="_blank">Jog-FM</a> also has playlists for
everything from a half marathon to a 3.5 mph walk. You can also build and share
your own playlist. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">If you run, walk or cycle with headphones in your ears,
watch the volume. I know, I know, I sound like your mother. But really. High
volume over a long period of time will cause ringing in the ears. Have you ever
set next to someone with headphones on and you can still hear the music? Yeah,
that’s too loud. It also prevents you from hearing what’s around you, like that
car coming when you run across the street. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Okay, that’s my mom lecture for today.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">One of my goals for the upcoming weekend is to put together
a “Happy” playlist. I’m going to fill it up with songs that boost my mood and
turn to it whenever I’m feeling a little stressed or blue. Right now, that
includes songs like Hold My Hand by Jess Glynne, a current favorite of mine.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What songs are on your Happy or Workout playlist?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-24964818275352170802016-01-15T10:58:00.002-06:002016-01-15T10:58:28.169-06:00A List of Anti-Resolutions
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How are the New Year’s Resolutions holding up? I’m a goal
and list maker so I always enjoy the process of making resolutions at the
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I also like the trend of choosing one word as a focus for
the year. Some of my friends have done this, choosing words like "joy" or "courage". The idea is to use that word as a guide for actions or
projects you take on during the course of the year and make each effort more meaningful. </div>
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So I’ve been pondering.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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I actually came up with a phrase for 2016. I borrowed it from
Gretchin Rubin, the author of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The
Happiness Project</i> and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Better Than
Before</i>, (two books I’m obsessed with and highly recommend, by the way.) Gretchen
has a list of personal commandments and one of those is, “Be Gretchen”. </div>
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So instead of a word of the year, I’m adopting a mantra of
the year.</div>
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Be Me.</div>
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What that means is that I have to know myself, what works,
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And sometimes, that means I’m giving up.</div>
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Here are a few health and fitness things I’m NOT going to do
in 2016.</div>
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</span></span></span>Run. Anywhere. I keep thinking it’s something I <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">should</b> do. It’s a great way to keep in
shape, it can be done anywhere and anytime. And the organized race events REALLY
look fun. Sometimes I even sign up for them and imagine myself training
hard and pushing through to the finish line.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>But when training time arrives, I can’t get myself out the door and the
idea of a treadmill sounds so deadly. This year, I’m facing up to the fact that
I’m never going to be someone who runs for exercise. And this is where I apply
the “Be Me” mantra. Just because someone else enjoys it and finds it an
effective way to stay healthy, doesn’t mean it’s right for me. </div>
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</span></span></span>Get up early and exercise. Nope. Not gonna
happen. I’ve tried and tried because I know it’s a good time to work out for
many people. That said, unless there are zombies chasing me, I’m not going to
get out of bed at 5 AM. </div>
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</span></span></span>Meditate. OH, how I wish I could do this.
Meditation is a proven stress reducer and an effective way to practice being in the
moment. Again, this is something I’ve tried repeatedly. I even downloaded the
app <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Headspace</i> and did the 10 day
starter program. For about three days. I just can’t stick to it. I have managed to develop a love of
yoga, however, and that has a certain meditative quality. Does that count?</div>
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</span></span></span>Follow a “diet plan”. Not paleo, vegan or raw.
No South Beach, Atkins or Zone. Forget about grapefruit and cabbage soup. Not
going to cleanse or count carbs. Likewise for meal replacement shakes. These strategies
are helpful for others but don’t work for me. </div>
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</span></span></span>Eat my way through the weekend. When did “cheat
meal” become a cheat weekend? I've GOT to practice a tad more self-control in that area!</div>
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</span></span></span>Compare. Sometimes I look at #fitinspo pictures
of women with rock hard abs and no cellulite and it makes me want to throw in
the towel. The thing is, I know nothing about that fitness model with the six-pack.
Maybe she’s airbrushed and photo-shopped. Maybe she never eats and works out 3
hours a day. Or just has great genes. The point is, comparison is the thief of
joy. Not going there. </div>
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What are you NOT doing this year? </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-86747807753864855272016-01-05T09:04:00.000-06:002016-01-05T09:04:56.714-06:00A Letter to the Newbies<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It’s a new year and I know you made that resolution to get
fit. Welcome to my world. I won’t gloat and be smug about the fact that I kept
up with my exercise over the holidays. Okay, I might have skipped a few
workouts here and there. And yes, if I had a blood test right now, doctors
would marvel at my high levels of eggnog, sugar and wine. But other than that,
I’m in great shape. </div>
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And a little annoyed that I have to put up with all these
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I drove into the parking lot at Jazzercise on Saturday and
guess what?! All the places closest to the building were full. So were the
spots in the second row. In fact, I had to park clear in the back and WALK all
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What? You mean, I should do that anyway because every extra
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Not only did you take my parking spot, you took my spot in
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That spot is mine and I HAVE to stand there or I just don’t
feel right. If you accidently stand in my spot, I won’t push you aside.
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But don’t let that scare you. If you keep coming to class,
I’ll get to know you, which is what happens when we sweat together. Like the TV
theme song from <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Cheers</i>, I like to
exercise where everybody knows your name. It gives me a sense of accountability
and obligation. I HAVE to show up because they’ll recognize I’m not there! And
what will they do without me?! They’ll miss my whining and groaning! And my
flawless dance moves!</div>
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Just don’t stand in my spot. </div>
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Remember, we are stronger than our excuses. Unless there’s a
BOGO shoe sale. (After all, we are not Superwomen.)</div>
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Sincerely,</div>
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The One Who Stands Near the Left Wall</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-25710544278673849632015-11-25T10:00:00.000-06:002015-11-25T10:00:01.918-06:00Thankful.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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'Tis the season to be thankful. Here's are a few fitness-related benefits that make my list of things to be truly grateful for this holiday season.<br />
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out on Thanksgiving Day. Or not. <o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Right now I’m planning to go to the
Interval Fusion class at Jazzercise at 9:30 that morning. I love the format and
it feels good to torch calories and fuel my metabolism early in the day. I’m
not hosting dinner but I do have some cooking and baking to do so a good
workout sets <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the stage for getting it
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However, <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>truth be told, there’s a chance it might not
happen. I might end up drinking coffee in my jammies until noon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>#sorry #notsorry<o:p></o:p></div>
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I like to try it all and it keeps my workouts fresh and fun. Sometimes it’s
Jazzercise and <a href="http://maryjanebruce1.blogspot.com/2015/10/shake-happens.html" target="_blank">Pure Barre</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sometimes
it’s <a href="http://maryjanebruce1.blogspot.com/2014/10/strike-pose.html" target="_blank">yoga</a>. Sometimes it’s an invented boot camp that I make up as I go or just a walk with my dogs. I'm just thankful I have access to a variety of fitness options.</div>
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I’ve been putting it in my oatmeal in the morning and my yogurt in the
afternoon. I can’t get enough of it. It’s a high fiber, low calorie food,
packed with vitamin A, potassium and beta-carotene. And on Thanksgiving, the
pumpkin I eat will be in a pie and slathered with whipped cream. Bring it on.<o:p></o:p></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Today</td></tr>
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stylish activewear. </b>How great would it feel to wear pajamas all weekend? It's SO tempting to stay in and be a hermit. While I won't succumb to total sloth-itude, comfort is key so I will definitely be in relaxed mode. Yoga pants, anyone?</div>
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health. </b>I can dance my way through class, do ten pretty good push-ups and a
decent chatarunga. I hauled my suitcase on and off trains and up and down a
gazillion stairs in Italy. I have a strong heart and lungs, lots of stamina and
energy – the rewards for all that sweat poured out during countless workouts. My
good health extends beyond the body. There are days when I’m grumpy, tired and
whiny but I also experience my share of joy and contentment. Exercise helps
keep me grounded and sane. It’s my therapy and my daily meditation. Namaste. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Serious stairs everywhere.</td></tr>
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I could have lived on lemon- marinated anchovies, bread, gelato and wine. Oh,
and coffee. And pasta. Isn’t food wonderful? I’m thankful for the
delicious (mostly) healthy food on my table and the friends and family I get to share it with. I
haven’t QUITE learned to love kale yet, but I’m working on it. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Fitness Gurus. </b>I’m looking at you Jazzercise Instructors, Pure Barre and
yoga teachers. You keep me motivated and moving. There are days when I’m
swearing at you under my breath, but believe me, you guys are the bomb!<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Fitness Friends. </b>We’re all at different places on the same journey and it’s
encouraging to look around and know I’m not alone. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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Family. </b>I love it when one son goes with me to walk the dogs and the other
agrees to take a climbing <a href="http://maryjanebruce1.blogspot.com/2014/03/is-winter-getting-you-down-are-you.html" target="_blank">wall class</a> with his mom. My sister meets me at barre
classes and inspires me by running a half marathon. My mother has been a role
model all my life because she always takes care of herself. And these are some
of the people we work out for, right?<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><o:p></o:p></b></div>
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personal trainer, once told me you should think about why you exercise and that
will help keep you motivated. I exercise to control my weight and look and feel
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-6658755320919430152015-10-06T11:41:00.001-05:002015-10-06T11:41:57.767-05:00Shake Happens<style>
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I have to admit, the first time I stepped into the Pure
Barre studio, I was skeptical. </div>
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I took one look at the shelves of three and two pound
weights and snorted contemptuously.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPjgrtYesacmsIArrh9wwULu2cmsS1qaj2b4TNdm-D4ciSRc_nAfgD9-aE3iuvdrlG_hV8xxXv75X_R1Z89zGwKKGcu3HrQm6j2xreNE3v4-Xv2AvC73L4zWhqLCafNyCFzC-LuNG_G3zJ/s1600/IMG_2279.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPjgrtYesacmsIArrh9wwULu2cmsS1qaj2b4TNdm-D4ciSRc_nAfgD9-aE3iuvdrlG_hV8xxXv75X_R1Z89zGwKKGcu3HrQm6j2xreNE3v4-Xv2AvC73L4zWhqLCafNyCFzC-LuNG_G3zJ/s200/IMG_2279.jpg" width="200" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Weights, ball, tube. That's all you need.</td></tr>
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Because, ya’ know, I’m a superior athlete, a beast in the
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No way.</div>
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Way.</div>
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By the end of the class, my muscles were quivering and I was
a puddle of sweat. And the next day, I cursed that smiling instructor every
time I walked up the stairs or sat down or stood up or just basically tried to
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Fast forward a few months and, although the class hasn’t gotten
easier, I’m hooked. </div>
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Here’s why I love barre.</div>
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<b>In an inch, out an inch. </b></div>
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These are tiny, tiny moves and contractions. The teacher
gives <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>a series of precise instructions
that move your body into the perfect form to isolate the muscle you’re working
on. Like this: </div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Stand facing the barre.</i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Left foot back, quartet bend in the leg,
foot flexed.</i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Lift your leg up an inch, down an inch.</i></div>
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So, it starts out innocently enough. But intensity increases
because of a layered effect where each exercise builds on the one before it.
You’re goal is to work the muscle to fatigue and make it shake. And it does.</div>
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<b>It’s personal.</b></div>
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The instructor demonstrates the exercise but after the first
few repetitions, she walks around the class, observing and correcting form or
offering encouragement. And they know customers by name.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Instructor Sydney Chase demonstrates and coaches. </td></tr>
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<b>It gets better, not easier.</b></div>
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There’s a learning curve with the terminology and the precise
movements take awhile to understand and master. Over time, you learn terms like
“tuck” or what’s meant by the Pure Barre Ledge. You learn how to make the most
of each exercise, how to tuck and plank at the same time or how to work deeper
and<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>move effectively. Does it get
easier? Not exactly. By the end of a series of challenging exercises, I’m
inwardly screaming, “Where’s the final ten?!” But my strength and stamina have
improved greatly since that first class.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Shake happens.</td></tr>
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<b>It’s head to toe.</b></div>
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By the end of each class, my body really hums because I’m
quite sure I’ve worked every muscle. There’s satisfaction that comes with
working that hard and not quitting. It’s a total body workout. Barre also helps
improve flexibility and posture, two important aspects of fitness that I don’t
think get near enough attention.<br />
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<b>Mind/body.</b><br />
I’m all about that connection. I love the hypnotic effect of the music, the
instructor’s voice, the sheer concentration and effort. I think my favorite part of class is the last two minutes when the lights are turned off and it's just the movement and the music. (Well, that and the fact that I only have two minutes until I can collapse on the mat!) Barre has a certain
“yoga” feel to it that turns the workout into a meditation. Good for the brain
and the spirit.</div>
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<b>Stretching.</b></div>
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It doesn’t happen just at the end or the beginning. You do a
series of exercises, followed by a stretch while your muscles are still warm. </div>
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<b>It complements other workouts.</b></div>
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One woman in class told me she’s training for a
half-marathon and barre workouts complement her training by improving strength
and endurance in a low impact way. </div>
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I have occasional knee issues and barre helps strengthen the
muscles around the knee that help prevent that pain. It’s also a great core
workout.<br />
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And, by the way, the class isn't just for wanna-be ballerinas. It borrows some moves from ballet, as well as Pilates and yoga. No toes shoes required.<br />
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Have you tried barre classes? What do you think?</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-35644218756576757742015-09-22T11:24:00.001-05:002015-09-22T11:24:44.662-05:00Lowering the Bar
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After two weeks on vacation, I’m finally getting back to routine.
I won’t make you jealous by telling you where I went (Italy) and how Fabulous
it was. (Very!) But I WILL tell you how hard it is to get back to the gym.</div>
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How hard is it, you ask? </div>
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Here’s an example. I went to yoga class and the preliminary
stretching about killed me. Every muscle was screaming because I was so sore
from my Jazzercise Strength class the night before. (Thanks, Fara.) </div>
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Then my yoga instructor said something that hit home. She
told us to dig a little deeper – or don’t push as hard, depending on HOW YOU
FEEL TODAY. She gave me permission to back off. Ease up. Lower the bar. </div>
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In today’s high powered, push through the pain, take no prisoners
world of exercise, lowering the bar sounds like blasphemy. What we usually tell
ourselves is: <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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<i>Just do it.</i></div>
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<i>Be stronger than your excuses.</i></div>
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<i>The only bad workout is the one that didn’t happen.</i></div>
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I know, I know. There are times when you have to push
yourself and ignore that little voice that tells you to go home, flop on the
couch and watch The Bachelor. </div>
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But I’m here to tell you that sometimes its okay to <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Lower the Bar. </b> </div>
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</span></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">When you
need to sleep.</b> Lack of sleep is linked with all kinds of chronic diseases
and health issues. When I don’t get enough sleep I get cranky, unfocused and
depressed. One decent night of sleep makes me feel like Superwoman again. Never
underestimate the power of sleep. </div>
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</span></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">When
you’ve over-trained.</b> When your workout feels stale, you’re starting to drag
through it or you’ve stopped making progress, it might be time to back off.
It’s not true that more exercise is always better. Your body needs time to
repair itself so it’s okay to take a rest day or follow an intense workout with
something a little less rigorous.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></div>
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</span></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">When you’re
sick or injured.</b> That seems obvious but I often see people who should be
home in bed trying to push through it. Sometimes, you just have to give
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</span></span></span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">When you’ve
been in Italy eating, drinking and taking it easy. </b>In my defense, I also
did a ton of walking so I wasn’t a total sloth. But it’s going to take awhile
to get back to get back to where I was before I left. It’s okay to lower the
bar a notch and ease back into it.</div>
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When do you think it's okay to take it easy? </div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-69296979936907514612015-08-21T10:03:00.002-05:002015-08-25T09:19:12.508-05:00Trade in the Corset for the Core Class<style>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I thought the Victorian corset was a tradition that’s long
gone. I mean, who in her right mind would want to wear an instrument of torture
that cinches your waist to the point that you can barely breathe?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Turns out, the corset is back. It’s called the “waist
trainer” and it’s a favorite of celebrities like Kim Zolciak
and the Kardashians. Believe it or not, this is a thing. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Of course, it’s not a permanent fix and your waist will go
back to its normal shape the minute you take the thing off. An article in <a href="http://news.health.com/2015/03/10/what-is-waist-training/" target="_blank">Health </a>magazine reports there's no evidence that the waist trainer delivers anything more than temporary results. Doctors have
also sounded the alarm about potential health risks associated with not being able
to breathe (like passing out!) and squeezing your ribs and organs that tightly. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">In other words, pain but no gain. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">What <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">does</b> work to
shape your core? Eating right and exercise. There are no shortcuts. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">Jazzercise offers a special class format that focuses on the
core, from the warm-up to cool-down. I tried a Core class taught by Lindsay. (By the way, she has a tiny waist. No corset involved!)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Even the cardio portion of the class features choreography
that emphasizes core work: twisting, leaning, rotating, reaching. As usual, you’re
working hard but you don’t realize it because the music makes it feel like
the dance floor, not the gym. If you pay attention, you realize you’re challenging
the core, far beyond planks and crunches.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Every single move is planned by some clever choreographer. One of these days, I want to find out how they work their magic behind the scenes and I'll blog about it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">But if you just want to get carried away on the dance floor, rest assured that your core is working hard even while you're workin' it. </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-49891556854468283132015-07-27T09:02:00.001-05:002015-07-27T09:02:27.911-05:00Partners in Training
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<span style="font-size: large;">Mary Andelt remembers hitting her low point while training
for the long distance bicycle ride, Tour de Nebraska. She calls it "The Meltdown".
It happened during a regular Tuesday evening ride with her training class from
the YMCA. She had two flat tires and then accidentally drove off the
trail into a ditch.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“I picked up my bike and threw it in the weeds,” Mary
remembers. “And then I called it an f-ing piece of s#*@. In front of the
instructors. Need I remind you the C in YMCA stands for Christian?” </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Mary rode back to her car crying. And there was her friend,
Lee Anne Von Seggern, waiting in the dark for Mary to get there. Lee Anne gave
Mary a big hug and helped get her bike back on the car. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And that might be the key ingredient in meeting a challenge like
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<span style="font-size: large;">The cycling class met twice a week for indoor spinning and
guest speakers. When the weather improved, they moved outside with trips to
Pioneers Park, Cortland and Eagle. Lee Anne and Mary pushed each other through
dark nights, long hills and early Saturday mornings. As Mary says, they “ham
and egged it", a golfing term that refers to partners on a two person team
trading good shots.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“I wanted to quit about every other class,” said Lee Anne. “In
all honesty, Mary and I kept each other going. We were never on the same page
at the same time. One class, Mary would be saying, ‘We can do this!’ and I’d be
saying, ‘No way!’ and then we would flip-flop.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">They started the class as a way to fill the long winter
hours, with no plans to actually join the Tour de Nebraska, a five-day ride
through the Sandhills. But as the hours of training started to add up, the
idea of joining the Tour began to gel. In March, Lee Anne and Mary loaded
their dogs in the car and drove the route to see what they’d be in for. They
were at once encouraged and terrified – but ready to sign up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Mary had another motivation. She had seen the movie, <i>Wild</i>, the story of Cheryl Strayed who
hiked more than 1000 miles of the Pacific Coast Trail after losing her mother,
her marriage and her confidence. Mary had lost her husband Bob to cancer and
joining the Tour de Nebraska was her Pacific Coast Trail.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">“I saw the movie on Christmas Day with my mother and I
bawled like a baby all the way through it,” said Mary. “It moved me. I wanted
to be the person Bob and my dad would be proud of.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The day before the Tour, Lee Anne says she felt sick and
almost had a panic attack. But the next morning the jitters were gone and they
were ready to go. Over five days, they rode a total of 245.8 miles, between
about 50 and 68 miles most days. And loved it. In fact, they’re both ready for
next year and maybe another ride in between.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Lee Anne’s favorite part was making it up the “big ass hill”
on day 2 before reaching Ord. They made new friends, visited a winery (of
course) and enjoyed the beauty of the Sandhills.</span></div>
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both. Lee Anne and Mary<span> </span>bought new
bikes, tires, clothing and other equipment. And they spent hours training. </span></div>
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was provided by local groups. But others, including Mary and Lee Anne chose to
stay in motels. That would be my choice, too. There’s nothing like a hot shower
and soft bed after a long day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">Quit telling me how to talk and what to wear.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">There’s been a spate of articles lately on women’s voices,
how we should or shouldn’t sound when we talk and words we shouldn’t use such
as “sorry” or “like”. Then there are lists of things we’re not supposed to wear
ever or over a certain age.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">I’m here to tell you that I’ve been talking on my own for
years and I actually communicate just fine. As far as what I choose to hang
in my closet, I’m an adult and I can make own decisions, thank you very
much. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">In fact, I’m an offender in at least six of the categories
on this list of <a href="http://www.rantchic.com/2014/10/24/20-things-women-should-stop-wearing-after-age-30/" target="_blank">24 Things Women Should Stop Wearing After Age 30 </a>(hello, hoop
earrings and leopard print!) and if I can find some sparkly pants like the ones
in the article, it’ll be seven.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">If I want to speak in a low voice or a high voice while I’m
wearing my furry boots, that’s what I’m going to do. The author can kiss my
lovely, Jazzercise-sculpted, leopard print and </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">bling-covered rear.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">Okay. I’m stepping off my soapbox.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">It's all in the details, like the patch of lace on this top.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">These green and black, leopard print shoes from Nike. (Worn by a woman over 30.)</span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-85591729520292427732015-07-10T09:37:00.000-05:002015-07-10T09:37:13.857-05:00Fit Fashionista Friday<span style="font-size: large;">I can't wait to go to Jazzercise this weekend because I have new clothes to dance in! And you know how very happy that makes me. :)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I've been lusting after the new tops that have interesting back views and the activewear pieces with mesh details. This month, I ordered two items from the <a href="http://www.fabletics.com/" target="_blank">Fabletics</a> website and they just arrived last night. I'm posting a few pictures but keep in mind, I had just finished working out and my hair shows it.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The green top is Plain Jane from the front but get a load of the back! Yowza. Obviously, this isn't good for yoga because it will just fall off in downward dog. But it's perfect for Jazzercise and the price is right at only $19.95. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">It's harder to see theme mesh in the crops but here they are. Fun, huh?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The crops are a little pricier at $44.95 but the fabric is sturdy and they feel like they'll last forever. You can order pieces individually off the Fabletics website or join as VIP member. Every month they send you their "picks" and you can order complete outfits starting at $49.95. You can skip a month anytime you like.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">My weekend will include at least one Jazzercise class in my new duds. It's also supposed to be blazing hot so I'm going to plan on pool time as well?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">What's on your agenda?</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-6607841181680607092015-07-07T10:54:00.001-05:002015-07-07T10:54:14.276-05:00Climbing out of the July 4th Food Coma
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Move over, Thanksgiving. July 4<sup>th</sup> is turning into
the new king and queen of food coma-inducing holidays. </span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Me at work on Monday. :(</span></span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Yes, I indulged. Juicy burgers, potato salad and ice cold
beer. S’mores around the fire, cookies and a delectable cake that we fell on
like a pack of wild dogs sometime around midnight. It wasn’t pretty.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Sunday, I could barely move. My brain was foggy and all I
wanted to do was sleep and watch TV.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">According to <a href="http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/how-long-does-it-take-for-your-brain/?mobileFormat=false" target="_blank">Scientific American</a>, a large amount of any kind
of food causes that lethargic, sleepy feeling known as a food coma. Common
table sugar found in desserts causes the biggest crash.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Your body breaks food down into glucose, which is used for
fuel, causing an increase in blood sugar. As that process happens, the hormone
insulin is released and begins mopping up the excess glucose. That process
causes your brain to produce serotonin and melatonin, and that makes you feel
drowsy. </span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Here’s what I’m doing this week to get back on track.</span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">
<span><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span>Get moving. In addition to all the goodies I ate
this weekend, I skipped my workouts and opted to float in a lake instead. I
don’t regret it because it was glorious way to spend a hot, humid weekend. YOLO. But it feels great to get back to my regular workout schedule.
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<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><span><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-synthesis: weight style; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span>Eat nutrient-rich foods: lots of veggies, lean
protein and fiber.<span> </span>Yesterday’s menu
included oatmeal, a mixed greens salad with carrots, cucumbers and avocado, a
little chicken and some broccoli and grapes Greek yogurt for snacks. </span></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Water, water, water. And more water.
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<li><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Sleep. When I’m tired, I tend to opt for what’s
easy and fast. Like cold pizza eating standing up in front of the refrigerator.
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">I’m feeling better already. And my motivation is strong. Or it will be until someone brings cake to the office.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">What are you doing to recover from the holiday weekend?</span></span></div>
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</span></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-57789305031930114592015-07-06T10:29:00.000-05:002015-07-06T10:29:26.107-05:00Motivation Monday: Take the Leap
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Do you ever want to set a goal for yourself but it never
seems like the right time? And then you finally realize that you just have to
take the leap and do it because there’s <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">never</b>
a perfect time. </div>
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That’s what Bailey Feit did when she decided to become a
Jazzercise instructor. She’d been Jazzercising for more than a decade and
friends told her she’d make a good instructor. But there was always something standing
in the way. </div>
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“I always had an excuse, whether it was school, planning a
wedding, paying for a wedding, coaching volleyball. But I loved Jazzercise. I
would do the routines in the car when a familiar song came on the radio. I just
needed to take that step and do what everyone around me was telling me to do,”
Bailey said. </div>
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After she made the decision to take the leap, the first step
was the screening, where an instructor observed her taking a class to make sure
Bailey could handle the basic moves and rhythm. After passing the screening,
she received a training DVD with ten routines on it that she had to learn and
prepare to teach, along with cues and low impact demonstrations. </div>
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It was a challenge to put in the practice time and work with
her fellow instructor trainees, Luba and Amanda, and Christy Firestone, their
coach and mentor. Bailey’s biggest worry was getting on stage for the final try-out
and freezing, completely forgetting how to do a routine. But the day came and
her fears didn’t come true. She passed with flying colors and took part in the all
day workshop, learning more about the ins and outs of teaching Jazzercise.</div>
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The hardest part for Bailey was learning to master the art
of talking while Jazzercising, thinking ahead about the next move so she can
cue the students. The best part about being on that stage is looking at
students who are singing along with the music or seeing a sheen of sweat on a
smiling face.</div>
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“I love knowing that I am helping them accomplish what they
came for, a good workout,” Bailey said. </div>
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Bailey recommends setting fitness goals because they push
you to be the best version of you.</div>
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“You feel really good when you meet a goal,” she said. “<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">There
are always ups and downs and times when you want to give up. But when you have
reached the top and look back at the choices you’ve made and at what you’ve
accomplished, you are on a high!”</span></div>
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What’s holding YOU back?</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-76225717894633493542015-06-26T10:13:00.001-05:002015-06-26T10:14:01.581-05:00Fit Fashionista FridayI'm obsessed with tops that have cute backs. I have to add a few to my collection.<br />
Jill came back from the Dallas Jazzercise Live event with this one and I love it. I think she could even wear this out on the town with a pair of skinny jeans and some red heels. <br />
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<span id="goog_1970609349">I love the neon colors in this top from Nike. And it looks great paired with this bright bra top. Sometimes it just takes knowing how to put stuff together, right?</span><br />
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This top is from T.J. Maxx. The capris are cute, too.</div>
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And here's something I might try this weekend. I have an old pair of boring flip flops and a scarf I don't wear so may be I can put them together and DIY. You can find the how-to <a href="http://misskristurner.com/2012/07/24/diy-gladiator-wrap-sandals/" target="_blank">here</a>. <br />
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I'm ready for the weekend! A little shopping is on the agenda for tomorrow but Sunday is wide open. I'll be fitting in a Jazzercise Fusion class for sure but other than that, it may just be a coffee, paper and puttering Sunday.<br />
What's on your to-do list?Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15417062519142180668noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3074173668777198502.post-56294218474464307302015-06-23T08:49:00.000-05:002015-06-23T08:49:51.754-05:00Curls, curls and more curls.<style>
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The good news: Everyone has six-pack abs.</div>
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The bad news: A six-pack may not be visible because it’s
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</span>#darnit #absaremadeinthekitchen </div>
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I now know this to be true because I actually SAW the abdominal
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How did I happen to see a cadaver? </div>
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One day after Jazzercise, I asked Vicki Hurd, a long-time
instructor, to help me out with a blog about biceps. We do different kinds of biceps
curls in class and I wanted to know more about the muscles we worked. Vicki happens
to be the anatomy and physiology lab manager at UNL so she suggested I come to
her lab and take a look at the real thing. </div>
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That’s how I found myself gloved up and sitting on a stool next
to a cadaver. As soon as it was clear I wasn’t going to pass out, I stood up
and took a closer look. Let me tell you, the human body is amazing! I saw the
major organs like the heart and lungs and even things like the IT band, a
ligament that causes knee and thigh problems for runners. </div>
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And yes, I now know all about the Brachii, the Brachialis
and the Brachioradialis, the long and short heads of the Brachii and which
types of curls target which muscles. </div>
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Helping Vicki out was Mark Ringle, the head teaching
assistant for anatomy who plans to attend medical school in the fall. As a
former UNL gymnast, Mark knows a thing or two about muscles, bones and
training. He started gymnastics at age 4 and over the course of his career, he had
three shoulder surgeries, two forearm surgeries and ten broken bones. His most
recent break happened while practicing on the high bar. One of the leather hand
grips Mark wore got stuck on the bar. Momentum pushed his body around the bar
anyway and he broke two bones in his arm. (It’s probably not a surprise that
Mark wants to be an orthopedic surgeon. He has so much experience!) </div>
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Here’s what I learned about biceps from Vicki and Mark.</div>
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biceps curls but various types of curls isolate specific areas of the bicep. A
regular biceps curl with the palms up works the long and short heads of the
biceps Brachii, the prime bicep. A hammer curl isolates the Brachioradialis
which is a weaker flexor. A reverse curl targets the Brachialis, a strong
forearm flexor. It’s important to isolate all of the parts of the bicep.</div>
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be smooth, not jerky. Pause at the top of the movement and then defy gravity.
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aren’t challenging the muscle. But if it’s too heavy, you compromise your form
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lifting, you want to work opposing muscles. So you often match biceps curls
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Mark is TECHNIQUE IS IMPORTANT in weight lifting. If you do it right, you avoid
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Get ready to dance to Britney and Iggy’s “Pretty Girls” and
a Pitch Perfect medley that will knock your socks off. And a few new Strength
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That’s the word from Jazzercise instructor Lindsay
Pappenhausen-Schmuecker, who just returned from Dallas and Jazzercise Live. The event brought together
1800 customers and instructors from 10 countries for a weekend of Jazzercise.
The weekend included specialty classes and a live taping of the upcoming set of
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Lindsay and seven other Nebraska instructors made the trip
and got the sneak peak at what’s coming. Apparently, there’s good stuff on the
way, fresh new moves and great music. That’s one of the things I love about
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The #texbraska group took an Interval Fusion class led by
Shanna Missett Nelson, the Jazzercise President, and Young McCarthy, who is Director of Training and
Development and a taping team member. The live taping took place Saturday
morning and the finale class was led by four instructors from California.</div>
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Lindsay says it’s fun to watch the corporate team in action,
including the founder, Judi Sheppard Missett.</div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Consolas;">“ It’s fun to
watch the members of the corporate team give one another grief or mess up on a
routine. (As Jazzercise instructors) we can so relate! We all strive to be
perfect for our class, but we are all so human,” Lindsay said. “I am also reminded
that our company is in the hands of one of the greatest. Judi Sheppard Missett
has a witty sense of humor, the ability to laugh at herself, is a great story
teller, a visionary, and not afraid to admit she might be a bit of a show
off or diva. She has so much passion and her heart is filled with love and
gratitude. She lights up a room and can capture any audience.”</span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Consolas;">Of course, the
weekend included pool time and shopping. (Do I even need to say that?) A
shopping expo offered Jazzercise apparel that is stylish enough to be
street-wear. Lindsay had her eye on the mesh, printed or cutout capris and the
crop tops. I might need a few more Core classes before I’ll be ready for a bare
midriff. </span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Consolas;">And Lindsay had some
great stories of fun times in Texas that she wouldn’t share. I think I need to
take those girls out for a cocktail after class some night and get the real
scoop. Most of it was just silly fun and good times with good friends.</span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Consolas;">“Of course,
for me, I was looking forward to the workouts and Jazzercise fun, but I was
equally pumped to spend a weekend with my girlfriends (and my sister who is a
Jazzercise customer in Plainview, NE),” Lindsay said. “Given that Jazzercise is
such a big part of my life, it's probably no surprise that some of my most
precious and treasured girlfriends are fellow instructors. These events are a
great way to bond as a team and to remind oneself of how lucky we are to be a
part of this program.”</span></div>
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<span style="mso-bidi-font-family: Consolas;">The 2016
Jazzercise Live event is in Palm Desert. I’m in! Who’s with me?</span></div>
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I know, I know. Fitness isn't supposed to be about fashion. It seems ridiculous to spend a lot of money on stuff you're going to sweat in. In my head, I keep hearing Tom Hanks yelling, "There's no fashion! There's no fashion in fitness!"<span id="goog_627896255"></span><span id="goog_627896256"></span><br />
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Sorry, coach, but I've always believed that cute athletic wear ups my workout game. And now I have proof. It's called <a href="http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0022103112000200" target="_blank">"enclothed cognition,"</a> a term coined by researchers who had a study published in the Journal of Experimental Social Psychology.<br />
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True, the experiment they conducted involved participants dressed in lab coats, not a Jazzerciser in something new from the Jazzercise catalogue. But the study suggested powers of attention increased when the subjects wore a lab coat described as a doctor's coat. It only stands to reason that great active-wear will energize my workout. Right? (That's my story and I'm stickin' to it.)<br />
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In that spirit, here are a few Fitness Fashionista favorites spotted recently at the gym.<br />
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LOVE these capris with the slits down the side. They're perfect for summer. I don't remember where she said she got them. Athleta, maybe? I did find a similar pair at <a href="http://www.fabletics.com/outfits" target="_blank">Fabletics</a>, which is a membership site.You get your first outfit for a low price and then every month, they send you some personalized picks you can order at a higher cost. <br />
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My Jazzer-friend Heidi turned me on to these headbands and I'm going to order some, if I can ever make up my mind. There are so many different designs and patterns. You can get them at the <a href="http://www.hippierunner.com/" target="_blank">Hippie Runner</a> website. Only $8 and if you order three you get one free. <br />
These two are on my list!<br />
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And finally, this t-shirt from Kohl's is perfect for Jazzercise. It also sums up my life philosophy!<br />
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Do fun clothes amp up your workout? Where do you shop for fitness and active-wear?<br />
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I love dance exercise. Give me chassé and some jazz hands
and I’m thrilled. So it’s been fun to give Nia a try at my health club, <a href="http://www.prairielife.com/locations/home/?ID=5" target="_blank">Prairie Life Fitness.</a> Last
Friday night I joined in a “Nia Jam,” where four instructors took turns leading
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How do I describe Nia? A variety of music transports the
class from the jazz club to the dance club to the beaches of Jamaica, mon. The
moves are fluid, easy to follow and low impact. It’s a different way of moving
your body and it feels so good. Take a look.</div>
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<a href="https://nianow.com/" target="_blank">Nia</a> was created in San Francisco, by Debbie Rojas and Carlos
Ayarosas, two fitness professionals who were tired of the “no pain, no gain”
philosophy of exercise. They wanted to develop something that felt exhilarating,
healing and supported the mind-body connection found in yoga or tai chi. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">There are no burpees here.</span></div>
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Holly Nastase, one of the instructors at Friday’s class, has
been doing Nia for 22 years. She says Nia reflects “the body’s way of telling
us how to move.” The spine is curved so we “dance the spine” in a way that reflects
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Because Nia is low or no-impact, it’s done without shoes,
which always feels great after a long day in heels. Every class has a focus and
participants are instructed how to zero in on a specific goal, such
as improving agility or exercising the joints. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Core conditioning is always part of the class. It's a gentle routine, perfect for any fitness level. </div>
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<span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>“The focus
helps you direct your attention on a specific area, how you move and how you
feel” Holly explained. “You can learn a lot about your body and yourself in
Nia.”</div>
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Nia emphasizes cardio fitness, flexibility and balance. It’s
not a workout that’s going to leave you drained and shaking. But you get your
heart pumping and afterwards, you feel energized. Ready to head for the cafe
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