In my post today I have included photos of three very special women in my life. The beautiful smiles of the two young women on my blog page fill up my heart and light up my life! Here are few final suggestions for ways to tap into the power of your body in Love Your body, […]
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Love Your body, Free Your Mind at mindful.com also suggests we try to: Stand like superman-social psychologist Amy Cuddy’s research indicates certain postures can actually increase confidence and reduce stress-try standing like Superman-back straight, chest upright, and hands at your waist—then hold for a few minutes. Revel in daily tasks-these tasks become routine activities so we […]
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The article by Elisha and Stephanie Goldstein entitled Love Your body, Free Your Mind at mindful.com has some excellent suggestions on how to tap into the power of your body. Take time to check in and notice your body. Develop awareness and then let yourself feel the power of your body. Know and listen to […]
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As we were driving by Freeway Park in Seattle a few weekends ago, we heard some sweet sounds in the air. Freeway Park bridges over Interstate 5 and a large city-owned parking lot. The 5.2-acre park opened to the public July 4, 1976. A later addition to the park winds several blocks up First Hill, with a […]
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Last week I met friends in Bainbridge Island for a special birthday dinner at Restaurant Marche. Bainbridge Island is a city in Washington State and the name of the island in Puget Sound on which the city is situated. Winslow is the name of the downtown area of the city of Bainbridge Island and is the original name of the […]
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Every Body Walk http://www.everybodywalk.org is a movement to get America walking. Walking and talking with others is a great way to move and connect at the same time. Many of us meet with their partner, family or friends to have dinner, lunch or brunch. Plan a way to make walking part of that interaction with others. […]
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I get in a walk everyday. When my walk is to the store to pick up groceries, it includes a little strength training for my arms and core as well! Carrying objects for a distance is a functional lifting pattern. Carrying a full bag of groceries is similar to the suitcase carry a trainer might […]
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I read a great article entitled Just Walk in the August 2016 issue of Natural Awakenings on http://www.NaturalAwakeningsMag.com. Many are aware of the physical and mental benefits of walking which include weight loss and increased energy and better sleep. Here are a few more: Walking helps to reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes […]
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What about tubing down a river? After a long walk, challenging hike or bike there is nothing like getting in the water to cool you off:) Or take a dip in an outdoor pool. This is a very special public pool with a view where I swim laps! It’s a long 4th of July weekend-go […]
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What about a mountain bike? Biking on a trail is peaceful and an enjoyable way to get some exercise. If you have a road bike, you can bike with your kids in your neighborhood or to a nearby park.
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