FITNESS
Fitness, exercise, and getting in shape are covered here.
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Yoga 101: A Review of 5 Traditions
[disclosure] Good morning! I have been looking forward to this post for a while… What Is Yoga? Yoga can seem complicated, but it isn’t as complex as it may appear. The practice came to the west back in 1893 when one of India’s celebrated gurus, Swami Vivekananda, was welcomed at the World Fair in Chicago. He’s now known for having sparked the West’s interest in yoga. Literally, the word yoga comes from the Sanskrit term Yug, which means: “to yoke, bind, join, or direct one’s attention”. At the same time, it can also imply concepts such as fusion, union, and discipline. In essence, yoga is most commonly understood as…
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Spring Week: Day 5 — Hiking: Could You Add This to Your Fitness Routine?
It’s Finally Spring Week Day 5: Hiking It’s the end of It’s Finally Spring Week. Have you been enjoying your freebies this week! Yesterday’s post was a little different than my typically Friday posts – it looked at several ways to get in a workout but not a specific fitness discipline. However, today’s post goes back to form: a deeper look into an exercise that would be suitable for beginners. It just happens to be one of the forms of exercise mentioned yesterday – one that works well with the spring theme. Hiking! Spring is a great time of hiking: the weather is nicer, and the trees and flowers…
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Spring Week: Day 4 — Getting Your Family Outside
It’s Finally Spring Week Day 4: Getting Your Family Active Outside Did you enjoy your day off? I did (except for the blood draw)! I used it to get a little rest and to get better organized. There’s always more to do! During the Spring, it’s a great time not only to restart your healthy lifestyle, but to take advantage of the outdoors. You should include your family in these opportunities as well. Depending on where you live, the weather is finally starting to warm up, which means you can do some outdoor family activities that will keep everyone active. Here are a few to try during the…
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Considerations for Beginner Cyclists
Yesterday, we looked at some basics about cycling. Today, we look at some of the information that beginning cyclists might need to get started. As a newbie to the world of cycling, you may be confused about getting started with the sport. The first thing you need to do is buy a bike. Don’t worry. In fact, most people are confused when they first buy a bike since it isn’t all that simple. There’s more to it than just a type or a name brand. There’s a lot to consider. Before you get overwhelmed and just go with a store suggestion, here are some concepts to consider. Hybrid Options As…
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Bike Riding Isn’t Just for Kids
It’s almost the weekend! Friday! So, my Friday Fitness (I’ve named it!) series so far has covered exercise disciplines that involve more stretching and are typically performed inside. There are more of those coming but I’m going to switch gears today. Today, we’ll discuss cycling. There is a reason for the shift—actually, a rather personal one. This weekend, my husband is participating in the MS150 from Houston to Austin. It’s a 2-day fundraising bike ride of 150 miles organized by the National MS (Multiple Sclerosis) Society. It’s his 10th year participating! I admire his commitment to this cause. He started the race because he has several relatives and friends who…
