exercise

April 1, 2020

GET MOVING

No Equipment Indoor Exercises 

Gym closures are no reason to not accomplish your healthy living goals. No equipment in your house? No problem! No space to do a workout routine? Don’t sweat it! In these videos, I’ll show you exercises that you can do right on your couch or chair. No moving around furniture should be needed. This goes to show you just how much you’re able to accomplish with little to no effort.

During these times, it’s essential to push yourself. It’s easy to get into a funk; feeling like you’re unmotivated or maybe even depressed. Exercise is a way to release all of the negative energy that you might not even know you’re harboring. Besides the common benefits of exercise, the endorphins released are sure to make you feel good and will give you an overall sense of well-being.

So, get off that couch, or don’t, as you watch these exercises you can do right in your living room!

 

 

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November 25, 2019

GET MOVING

Overcoming Exercise Hurdles through the Holidays

The busiest time of the year definitely comes with some challenges when it come to our exercise schedule.  Personally, for me, my motto is I have to “take care of Me before the rest of the world awakes”. For some that may work and for some it may NOT.  My only downfall is that I always tend to feel disappointed in myself if I let “ME DOWN”. It’s okay to suggest to others that they meet you after you workout or better yet, they can join in, and be your workout buddy for the day.  Saying to people, that if they want to hang with you, they have to GET MOVING is okay. They’ll probably thank you afterwards and decide that they should accompany you more often. Having exercise MEET UPS, whether it’s cycling, dancing, walking or whatever, is just FUN.  It beats getting something to eat which will pack on the pounds vs.burning extra calories which is a WIN for everyone involved. Doing so will help you keep the “ALL ABOUT ME “ mentality with a dash of “I GOT YOU”, LOL!!

 

January 31, 2019

GET MOVING

For overall optimal health and wellness daily exercise is KEY for total well-being.  The most asked question is “how do I fit it in?” If your day is hectic at the workplace or with the kids, there’s still hope, you just have to put yourself as a PRIORITY and just as you schedule your conference calls at the office, you can set an hourly alarm reminding you to get up from your computer and take a five minute stroll around the floor or up and down the stairs.  With so many activity tracking apps or devices, it is now easier than ever to stay ACTIVE. If you aren’t motivated enough yet, and you need a little encouragement, make this new declaration of daily movement known to your friends and family and enlist them to join you on your journey, you’ll be surprised how many people want to get started too.

Remember, the biggest step is just getting started and once you do, you’ll say “this isn’t so bad after all.”

October 1, 2018

Get Moving

What has you stuck and how can you GET MOVING?

Have you ever wondered why things just don’t happen for you as easy as it seems to happen for other people? Well, I found that whenever I’ve had thoughts like that, I seriously had to take a long hard look at the type and/or the amount of effort that I was putting behind my mission. Whether it is self, career or family we all can do something different that will bring about a different result or even a REWARD.

Whenever I wanted to bring about a change whether it was with my personal weight loss goals or with my business, I had to look at what am I currently doing and I look at what is working and what isn’t working too well for me. That’s something that you can do and I like to refer to this step as checking in. Once you understand what isn’t working for you then you have to get moving and do something different even if you’re not too sure of the outcome. Small changes matter, for instance, earlier this year I had a procedure on both of my legs called Microphlebectomy, a procedure for varicose veins. During these treatments, I’m not able to keep up my workout routine with the intensity that I am used to. So, I decided that I will focus on my eating habits instead and instead of doing what I used to with counting my calories, I decided to count my macros instead which switched my attention to my ratio of protein/carbs/fat that I consume. This change was just the shift that I needed to put me on the right path to get the RESULTS that I am seeking.

So, I hope this got you thinking about ways to GET MOVING in whatever you’re feeling stuck in because no one wants to feel like they are on a hamster wheel to nowhere.

 

August 31, 2017

Get Moving

Paddle Boarding

Last month, we talked about kayaking, which is an excellent outdoor activity for the summer.  This month’s “get moving” activity will be focused on another water-centered sport: paddle boarding.  It is a sport that goes back a long way, dating to the 1930s when athlete and inventor, Thomas Edward Blake created a more hollow version of the surfboard for rescue situations in large bodies of water.  Now, paddle boarding is a highly popular way for lovers of the sea to tone their bodies and get fit!

Traditional paddle boarding involves the participant using their arms to swim great distances while kneeling or lying down on a paddleboard or surfboard.  It is a low-impact sport, so the chances of you getting injured while taking part are very low.  It’s also a full cardio workout, so this could be the perfect choice for your summer workout routine.  

Now there is a new way to paddle board, which seems to be very popular among fitness nuts and water lovers alike: stand up paddleboarding.  It works in a very similar fashion to traditional paddleboarding, except as the name suggests, it involves you standing up on the board instead of lying down.  The sport began in Hawaii as an alternative to surfing, and its popularity soon spread throughout the country, becoming an outdoor sport with the most US participants in 2013.  

Stand up paddleboarding gives you a full body workout, utilizing all muscles of the body.  Your legs keep you balanced by tightening your core and lower body, while your arms, back, and upper body work to move forward with an actual paddle rather than your hands.  The sport remains low impact, and it can even help you heal if you have bad knees or hips, due to the no-stress environment.  It may take some time to figure out how to stay balanced, and you will most likely fall into the water a few times before you get it right.  Do not let that discourage you, however, because like any other sport, it just takes a little practice.

If you live in the New York area, you have many options of places to go if you want to learn how to paddleboard either way.  Manhattan Kayak + SUP is a good place to go if you want to learn stand up paddleboarding, and there are other places like A-team Paddleboarding and Kostal Paddle to sell you equipment and give you beginner lessons if you’re looking to only learn the traditional style.  With the summer days dwindling down, you want to make sure you can hit the waves as much as possible, and if it involves working it into your exercise routine, paddleboarding may just be the sport for you.

 

July 31, 2017

Get Moving

Healthy Living Made Simple: Summer Edition

Do you want to start living a healthier lifestyle, but you have no idea how to take that first step through the door?  For many, it can seem daunting trying to figure out where to start. Additionally, just going to the gym without any sort of direction can be incredibly overwhelming.  Like many time-consuming activities, the best way to start an exercise regimen is by easing into it with baby steps.  Here are a few things that you can do to begin living that healthy life.

Did you know that you don’t always need a machine to get a good light workout?  Sometimes all you need is a good surface and some space.  If you do not have the budget, or the time for the gym in the morning, then lay a mat out in your kitchen or living room, and do a few quick and easy exercises in front of your television.  During commercial breaks, do about 10 to 12 reps of squats, crunches, planks, and push ups.  Then, once your body has eased into it, increase it to about 15 reps, then 20.  One you get moving, you won’t want to stop.  Just make sure you have water with you at all times!

Another helpful tip is to be conscious of the decisions you make in the morning.  When you go to work, take the stairs instead of the elevator.  If you’re in too much of a rush for a full breakfast, reach for a granola bar or a piece of fruit rather than that leftover donut.  Put almond milk in your coffee instead of dairy creamer.  When you start your day with a healthy choice, it can create a domino effect that inspires you to continue to make healthy decisions throughout the day. Eventually, one day of healthy choices will lead to a week of healthy choices, and soon enough, it will become a routine.  

Get moving – Kayaking: In the summertime, it is so important to take advantage of the outdoors.  Living in New York, we are lucky enough to be near many different bodies of water, such as the Hudson River, the Finger Lakes, and of course, the beautiful Atlantic ocean.  Swimming has always been a popular activity among the public, and there is nothing quite like a beach day with your friends or family.  If you’re looking for something a little less social, and more substantial to your workout routine, then you may just want to look into kayaking.  

Kayaking is an excellent activity in the summer that involves using your upper body to paddle your craft through a body of water.  It is relaxing, low-stress, and an excellent workout for your arms, chest, back, and shoulders.  Not to be confused with a canoe, a Kayak is an enclosed boat that involves using a double-bladed paddle rather than a single-bladed one.  Most Kayaks have room for two people, but it is almost always the case that only one person does the paddling.

If you want the full workout benefits of kayaking, try to aim for about 500 strokes per mile.  Start out nice and slow, pushing your paddle as far as it can go.  Make sure your back is straight, and that you are sitting upright.  Kayak’s are narrow, so if you do not have proper balance, your vessel may tip over, and send you underwater.  You also have to make sure that you are holding your paddle properly.  One of the sides of the paddle is more concave than the other, so make sure that that side is facing you.  Finally, have a desired destination.  It can be as simple as the other side of the body of water you’re in.  If you are feeling a bit more daring, go a little further.  You may just discover something new.

If you live in New York, then you are in luck because there are a number of places that offer lessons and tours in Kayaking, such as at the Hudson River Park, Van Cortlandt Park, and Pier 40.  A lot of these places offer their services for free too, so there is no excuse to not try this fun sport while the summer is still in session!  

June 30, 2017

Get Moving

Pole Fitness

 

There’s a hot new fitness trend polling up the charts. It’s called pole fitness, and yes, it’s exactly what you’re thinking. One of the world’s oldest professions is now becoming a new craze. More and more people are opting out from their “traditional” gym routines and adding a pole fitness one.  Pole fitness is an exciting and fun way to exercise that barely feels like actual exercise. It’s a fantastic full body workout incorporating resistance and cardio training. These movements directly target your abs, arms, legs, and shoulders, not to mention, it’s possible to burn over 500 calories in just one class! You’ll rapidly notice your upper body developing strength and your core becoming more toned. With such a fun and beneficial workout, what’s not to try?

August 9, 2016

Get Moving

Family Fitness

Summer is in full effect, so how are you spending it? Are you active? OR are you lounging? This summer, I decided to get physical outside of the gym with my girls. I’ve always wanted to learn how to play tennis and learn how to swim, so I decided to make this the summer to conquer it all. The best part is that I’m achieving all of this with my family.  

Staying active with your kids creates a habit that they will continue naturally as they get older. Therefore, my recommendation to you is to get moving and let every day be full of MOVEMENT with loads of fun.

SUMMER FUN IN THE SUN

Summer vacations are often thought of as weight loss sabotagers, but on the contrary, vacations can be looked at as “real life”. Being able to have fun and not overindulge is the test to see if you have “self-control”. The key is to be not easily tempted by everyone’s encouraging words like “go ahead eat it” and “you’re on vacation”. Nowadays, everywhere you turn you can have and find a healthier food option, so literally, you have no excuses.  

The area that can really offset the minor indulgences while on vacation is in the excursions and/or activities that you sign up for. On my recent trip to Jamaica, we were rather adventurous from swimming with dolphins to ziplining in the rainforest and then some. So, keep it moving while on vacay to keep those pounds at bay. Here are some suggestions with activities that will assist you and support your new lifestyle.

*Bike Tours * Sightseeing Tours *Amusement Parks

*Hiking Tours *Local Race – (5K)

**Note: Exploring the sights while on vacation can be twice as fun on bike tours.  Many destinations have bike rentals as a way to cover more ground, it is a twofer in my eyes; fitness and fun – sign me up!