What a week it’s been. I battled a cold for three days of it with a relatively high fever that kept me laid up and not performing at my peak. It was also a week that my daughter explored her interest in Hoops for Hearts, we went roller skating and I discovered that while I still remember how, mentally, physically, my body is complaining about the motions and the skating.
Still, I have to say that overall – it’s been a great week. This is also our last week in review for the month of January. Check back here in the fitness blog later for some of our February goals as we discuss what’s coming up next month. Without further ado, here is our week in review:
Saturday, January 20
I took the weekend off and enjoyed the quiet downtime with my daughter. We even went to the museum where we could explore the wonders of science and natural history. It was a great time.
Sunday, January 21
Rushing to Get to A Yoga Class can put you in a state of heightened tension and stress, because you don’t want to be late. But it’s also not the best thing for your health and since yoga is about relaxing your body.
Monday, January 22
It’s Monday! Let’s Kick It! announced my arrival back from the weekend. I was rested and recharged and ready to dive into the week. I lost a couple of old friends and I got my head back on straight and I resolved to stop putting things off and to start living from ratcheting up the workout to making plans for the future. Clarissa described the struggle she experienced with her son during My Family Meltdown at Family Yoga. Puh-Lah-Teez – Constructive Contradictions discussed the modern workout phenomenon originally favored by dancers. As I Live & Breathe explored why breathing is so important and why it is essential that you learn to breathe properly. The Oasis in Your Gym – The Mind/Body Studio provides an escape from the masses where yoga and pilates can be performed.
Tuesday, January 23
Procrastinators Are Always Successful at sabotaging themselves and their potential success. How Chair Yoga Can Benefit Seniors is a great way to help the older members in your family and yourself as you age. And then, that turkey I called my daughter informed me that ”Mom, You Need to Work Out More.”
Wednesday, January 24
G.I. Jane – Is it the right track for you? explores more about the fitness trend labeled boot camps. But if you need more on that subject, check out our 10 Reasons to Check out a Fitness Boot Camp. Learn more about yoga and breathing in Yoga: Why Are They Telling Me to Breathe?
Thursday, January 25
Dear Heather …. Why am I Miserable? explored a difficult issue confronted by one reader. She is worried about her relationship now that she’s gotten in the best shape of her life.
Friday, January 26
I Hate the Way I Look and it’s not a healthy way to get yourself motivated and in shape. You need to like yourself and care about yourself before you can get into better shape because you aren’t likely to help someone you don’t like – even if that person is you. Runners & Cyclists Need Weight Training, Too and there are a number of reasons to include weight training in any exercise program – especially one where you dedicate yourself solely to one activity.
What was your favorite article this week?
To read more articles, check out our previous weeks in review.