Inspiration
WHY WE VALUE CONSISTENCY In my opinion, getting started is the most important step of any fitness program, followed by consistency. Consistency is important for these reasons: Developing a fitness “habit” takes time, even several months It is difficult to… Continue Reading
MY LONG AND ARDUOUS JOURNEY I have had a somewhat turbulent relationship with food for a good part of my life. With better eating control for several years now, I can look back with equal parts humor, shame and satisfaction.… Continue Reading
BEFORE CHECKING MY BLOOD PRESSURE AND PULSE Every morning, I start the day by making a record of my resting blood pressure and heart rate. I have found that taking a few deep breaths first has an impact on the… Continue Reading
SOME DIFFERENTIATIONS Assessing the status of our bodies can have different meanings to several categories of people, such as: Bodybuilders, either professionals or amateur contest entrants. They may work out for several hours per day and eat with extreme care.… Continue Reading
WHAT ARE WE DOING CURRENTLY? In a period of medical and financial crisis, we may be finding hours and hours of unscheduled time. I see social media posts that bemoan weight gain. There seems to be an inference that we… Continue Reading
WHO IS THIS ATTRACTIVE LADY? She is more than a pretty face, though certainly that. Gretchen Rubin is an author, blogger and public speaker from Kansas City, Missouri. She has undergraduate and law degrees from Yale University. I “discovered” her… Continue Reading
HOME VS. GYM I work out primarily at home, occasionally at gyms. There is no best place to exercise for strength and fitness. My preference is to finish a routine in about 30 minutes and then begin the rest of… Continue Reading
BEING ACCOUNTABLE It seems to me that any program of self-improvement can be improved by tracking our activity. Weight training and treadmill walking are not “fun” and the need to stay motivated is apparent. Wouldn’t we rather be relaxing somewhere?… Continue Reading
There are many reasons to begin and continue a workout program at home (or anywhere). You gain health benefits, you feel better and you look better. You attain measurable goals – weight loss or gain, strength gains, changes in body… Continue Reading
HOME WORKOUTS VS. GYM WORKOUTS They are both great! So is a combination of both. So is a pleasant walk around one’s neighborhood. I have worked out in weight rooms, YMCA’s, Nautilus sites and garages filled with barbells and dumbbells.… Continue Reading