During this holiday time, I have been giving a lot of attention, both personally and teaching classes, to "opening the heart." We often think of our heart as a vessel to pump blood, and in terms of the mechanics of our bodies, that is obviously true. But what about everything else the heart has to handle. Our hearts our also storage units for the truly countless emotional … [Read more...] about Let Your Love Grow
Tuesday, March 26
For those of you checking in for updates on Ellyn's mom, as of this morning, there is no change. Though I am unable to sub Ellyn's 10 am SS class this morning, (meaning that class will be cancelled) please feel free to come at 11:30 to my regularly scheduled Senior Strength class. Thinking the gym will be pretty quiet today, as many are traveling or have family in celebrating … [Read more...] about Tuesday, March 26
This Week at the Gym
First up...congrats to our Miami Heat on win 26...Nice job. Secondly...Attention TFC students, especially SilverSneakers. Ellen will NOT be in the gym this week as she stays with her family by her mom's side. Hospice nurses say her mom can pass at any time and I am keeping peaceful thoughts for them at this difficult time. I am also trying to sub as many of her classes as … [Read more...] about This Week at the Gym
The Master Blaster. RIP, Joe
If you have ever lifted a weight, drank a protein drink, read a bodybuilding magazine, sat on a weight bench, or watched an Arnold movie, you owe a debt of thanks to the "Master Blaster," Joe Weider. His is a story of one scrawny weakling, "tired of putting his head down and walking away to avoid trouble," transforming himself into the true father of bodybuilding. "Skin and … [Read more...] about The Master Blaster. RIP, Joe
Stop and Smell the Roses…and Herbs and Fruits, Too!
If stress is getting to you (or even if it isn't) it is time to stop and smell the roses. They really do have incredible power to help reduce stress, as they contain a chemical called linalool, a proven stress reducer. Aromatherapy is a powerful superhero against stress and herbs such as lavender and basil and fruits such as oranges, grapes and mangoes all contain linalool! … [Read more...] about Stop and Smell the Roses…and Herbs and Fruits, Too!