Lead a Fit and Healthy Life
Archive for May 17, 2010
Live Fit and Sore – In print!
02 years ago
Giving back to others is part of Living a fit and healthy life. I wanted to focus on something that I 
felt passionately about and decided to share the experience of my own transformation. Once a month, I write an article that is published in the monthly HOA newsletter that is sent to all the homes in my community. I focus on those things that we all can do to live healthier lives. From getting information on the Internet to finding ways to incorporate fitness in our daily lives. I try to offer ideas and support for people just like me. Hey, if I can do it, anyone can!
Here are my first 2 articles within the pages of my community newsletter – The Villager. I hope you find them supportive and inspiring.
Live Fit and Sore – March 2010 - Page 12
Live Fit and Sore – May 2010- Page 14
Kettle Bells
02 years ago
by Stephy
in Fitness/Exercise
Kettle Bells have been around for a while but are just gaining popularity as the workout du jour. You can get a great workout from them and they are really versatile. The only thing I find is that many gyms don’t have them and have seen people bring their own. If you do get a chance to try it out – I say Go For It!
The growing popularity of kettle bells, the primitive-looking bowling-balls-with-handles that deliver a great all-body workout, has given rise to similar products with more flexibility. Available now are weight-changeable kettle bells that can be customized to new fitness levels, for different family members or even during a workout — so you don’t have to own more than one.
Tips on reducing your sodium intake
02 years ago
Tips on reducing your sodium intake
Even if you can’t change how much salt food manufacturers and restaurant chains put in their food, you can take steps to lower salt in your own diet. Here are some tips from American Dietetic Assn. spokeswoman Jeannie Gazzaniga-Moloo:
—Focus on eating and preparing fresh fruits and vegetables, minimally prepared whole grains and lean meats at home.
—Cook with fresh herbs and spices and use acids, such as lemon juice or vinegar, to replace salt in a dish.
—Most of your salt in restaurants is going to come from sauces or dressings. Ask that they be served on the side.
—Reduce sodium by reducing portion size. You can still eat some of the salty foods you like but cut the portion in half and add some fresh fruits and vegetables.
—Read nutrition labels and find the sodium level to gauge how much you are eating.
Rainy days & Mondays
12 years ago
by Stephy
in Fitness/Exercise
Rain again on a Monday. Rainy Days and Mondays always get me down — sing it with me…. Because of the rain, we were inside for the workout. My ankle felt really stiff and sore this morning, probably a combo of the run yesterday and the humidity in the air. So I pushed on but didn’t go full speed ahead…
Warmup x2:
Rockette Kicks
Tuck Jumps
backward lunges
Core:
saucers
knee roll ups
back extensions
25 bottom up push-ups
Workout:
AMRAP 60 sec intervals x 3
OH squats 45lbs
pushups
lunge squats
rope waves
double box jumps
