Quinte West Half Marathon
Topic: Running/Event

I recently learned that Quinte West is hosting a half marathon this summer!  Very cool!   Sunday April 25th, 2010 is the date. 

 After participating in the 2008 PEC half marathon, and seeing how exciting and rewarding that experience was, I think it's fantastic to have something even closer to home this year!  

 Although I won't be doing the half marathon again, but I may enter the 5k or relay races.   I'd love to support TMH foundation and of course, Quinte West.

 

For more information and registration, visit www.city.quintewest.on.ca 

My Living Energy revamped website up and running!
Topic: MY LIVING ENERGY NEWS

Mylivingenergy.com  has now been updated and refreshed to start off 2010!!!!!  Check it out, and pass it along to friends and family.

 Keep watching for more updates to the site and blog.  :o) Enjoy!

MY LIVING ENERGY UPDATED!!!!!! 2010
THE NEWLY UPDATED MY LIVING ENERGY WEBSITE (with sleaker, cleaner design) will be up and running early January 2010.  KEEP WATCHING!

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!
Topic: MY LIVING ENERGY NEWS

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!! Such an exciting, fun (and stressful) time of year.  But, in the end, it's always all worth it. 

I hope your holidays are filled with time spent with those closest and dearest to you.  Enjoy your time with others and have fun with all those presents.

It's always sad to see another year go by, but exciting to be rejuvenated with the beginning of a new one.  If you're one of those people who love new year's resolutions remember to make S-M-A-R-T goals.  (Simple, Measurable, Action-oritented, Realistic, Time Stamped).  It takes some more planning and thought to make a S-M-A-R-T goal but these have a much higher chance of success than just waking up one morning and saying "I think I'll start doing this today". 

Plan. Think about it. Know what you want.  Want what you want. And then... Go for it!  Nothing stops you!  Planning your new years resolutions will allow you to see greater success in terms of reaching your goals in 2010. 

MERRY CHRISTMAS AND THE VERY BEST IN THE NEW YEAR! 

Holiday workouts
Topic: General Health

The holidays are here!  The rush and stress of daily life gets to us at a much higher level during this time of year. So how does that impact your workouts?

 My experience with clients is (the majority) either get depressed or stressed about their workouts (trying to fit them in, or because they're missing some).  The other thing I see is people completely go crazy and don't even bother with them and set themselves back. 

 The holidays are a wonderful time of year. Get-togethers, family, friends etc... Enjoy them for sure. I feel your goal over the holidays should be to try to maintain where you're at currently fitness wise.  Some people need to cut their workouts down (time), perhaps lighten up on the intensity to ensure mentally you're up for it during this busy time... That's all ok. The amount of workouts may change a bit too. Perhaps rather than 5 days per week you drop it to 3 days for your 1-2 weeks of holidays.  It's ok, because you're still keeping a routine. 

 Try to keep some sort of routine going for your physical activity so that once the hussle-and-bussle of the season ends, you can jump into your fitness routine without a problem.

 Enjoy your Christmas everyone! :o)

An Energizing start to your day
Topic: General Health

Getting into a nice morning routine, helps jumpstart your day and gets you energized, positive and motivated to have the best day possible. 

Of course, for many of us, it's tough to get up a bit earlier to start our day with a little activity or something other than sleep.  Just like anything else, it just takes time and creating a new habit. I was once one who tried to do workouts later in the day, but I would sometimes be sluggish or life would get in the way.  Now, I get up earlier, take my time to wake up, have a bite to eat and let it digest a bit... then get a workout in or something to energize.. and away I go on the rest of my daily journey.

 Give it a try:  It doesn't have to be intense or hard at first.  10-15 minutes of yoga or meditation, a 15-20 minute flexibility routine, a 20 minute brisk walk (yes, even in the winter).... Try some different things. You may be surprised the changes you'll feel.

Consistency Magic
Topic: General Health

Consistency is key to success.  With a fitness and health program the body must have the opportunity to adapt.  Adaptation is what creates results.  Without the opportunity to adapt, the body will take longer to change (or worse... won't change at all). 

 I see too many people who spend money on a gym membership, home equipment or personal training who simply don't have the consistency to see any changes or progression towards their goals.  Which is unfortunate. 

 Today's weeks are filled with "to-do-lists", "kids sports or groups", "gatherings", "work" etc... We have to MAKE time for ourselves. Not let it come to us. We must MAKE the time in order to create the consistency needed to reach our goals.

"I can't"
Topic: General Health

"I can't".  Two little words that can have  massive impact on your mind and body.  We've all heard it before, "think positive".  Sounds corny, but it's absolutely 100% true!

I often experience the "I can't" statement from clients regarding exercises.  I'll be assessing a clients flexibility for example and I'll ask them to perform a modified hurdler hamstring stretch (where you bend one leg in and reach for your toes of your straight leg).  "I've never been able to touch my toes" they'll say.  My response is usually; "how many times have you honestly focused on increasing your flexibility in this area? Have you ever done a program specifically to increase your flexibility?"  Most often they can't answer, simply because they haven't.  

Remember the old saying "practice makes perfect?" Well, practice also makes things happen too!  If you don't work on your flexibility, you'll never increase your flexibility.  Simple.  

Another one I hear a lot is, "I've never been able to do a pushup in my life".  Again, when have you worked towards it? Did you get tested once in high school gym class, couldn't do one, and then pretty much avoided them the rest of your life!?  You can't say, "I can't" when you've never worked towards something.  

Change your way of thinking.  If you want to say you've never been able to do something... add to that comment/thought with, "but I'd love to be able to" or "it would be interesting to see if I could work towards it".  

 Regardless of what your "hurdle" is... don't say "I can't" - ATTACK IT, CONQUER IT and RELISH in the VICTORY!  

Boo-Flu
Topic: General Health

The flu season is in full swing.  With this year's additional virus around (H1N1) many of us are a bit on edge and definitely more aware of what's going on around us. 

It is so important to consider everyone's health and well-being during this time of year, especially.  Wash your hands, cover your mouth with your arm when coughing/sneezing, etc... I have added a few simple reminders in a quick article on the My Living Energy website.  Check it out and see if you're doing them all!

INNER PEACE SPA & WELLNESS STUDIO
Topic: Inner Peace Spa

INNER PEACE SPA is moving!  The new INNER PEACE SPA & WELLNESS STUDIO will be holding their open house Saturday, October 17th from 10am-2pm.  The new spa will be located at 35 Wolfe St. in Frankford, ON. 

Please come out and check out the new location. New services and more!  This is a very exciting time for my family and I.  Send me an e-mail if you'd like more information or check out the spa website:  www.innerpeacespa.org