Local Mom Spotlight: Exercise is a way of life
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Saturday, August 22, 2009
Friday, August 21, 2009
Mo'nique Talks about Being "Skinny"
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Mo'nique has lost 42 pounds recently (down to 220 pounds-which I would not consider skinny but it is definitely a huge accomplishment). This is what she has had to say about her new "skinny" life:
"...I have so much more energy. I can move around better, and that’s what it’s all about. I want to lose more, so I’ll just keep eating better and exercising, and the weight will come off,” she says. “It took time to put in on, and it will take time to take if off. It’s still okay to be big, but let’s be big and healthy. I had to lose some weight to get healthier because I want to be around for a while. I have twin sons who are 3 and a son who is 19, and I want the opportunity to meet their children.”
It is great to see that she is doing it the right way (so many celebrities take the easy way out) and has realistic expectations. And good motivation. It seems like Mo'nique definitely gets it, and I hope that she passes this message along as much as she did her old message.
Like all of us, she has hit a plateau, but she is not discouraged and will keep working towards her goal.
Congrats, Mo'nique!
I am also glad to see that this is being highlighted in popular black magazines. (I guess Jet is considered a popular magazine. Do people still read that?)
Thursday, August 20, 2009
Weight lifting helps cancer survivors
A client shared this with me today so I thought I would share it with you all. Doctors used to tell survivors of heart attacks and breast cancer not to lift weights. Now, studies have shown that breast cancer survivors benefit from exercise and lifting weights. Please feel free to pass this article along to those who will benefit from it.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Dance your way to a healthier body
Cardiovascular exercise comes in all sorts of forms, so there is bound to be something out there that you enjoy. If the idea of spending thirty minutes on the elliptical does not sound appealing to you, or you have never been able to bring yourself to run, why not try dancing your way to a healthier you with America's Best Dance Crew's fourth place team from last summer, The Boogie Bots. The Boogie Bots teach a class at The DC Dance Collective on Thursdays at 6:30 pm.
"It's an hour and a half of straight cardio," says Jean Pyun, a regular participant in the class. Just imagine how many calories you can burn (all while having fun) in 90 minutes!
I truly believe that there is a form of cardio for everyone! Why not boogie your way to a healhier you?
If you already attend a fitness dance class, let us know about it! And definitely give us the scoop if you decide to hang with the Boogie Bots.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
Thursday, August 13, 2009
FREE Yoga with Vionna on Sunday
Bring your tree pose outside!
I hope you will join me for Even Keel's Outdoor Yoga Class this Sunday. I will be the instructor this week. This class is perfect for brand new as well as veteran yogis.
Who: Anyone interested in practicing yoga outdoors!
When: Sunday, August 16, 2009 from 10:00-11:00 am.
Where: Rock Creek Park - Connecticut Avenue/Cathedral Exit Off of Calvert Street, NW (across the street from Open City). Take 24th Street, NW into the park. We will be at the bottom of the hill in the grassy field on the right hand side (near the exercise stations). You will have to park your car before entering the park.
By Metro: Take the red line to the Woodley Park Zoo/Adams Morgan stop and walk south on Connecticut Avenue. Make a right on Calvert Street and then a left on 24th Street. Walk down the hill into Rock Creek Park. We will be in the open field on right hand side of road.
Other: Participants are encouraged to bring a mat, towel, and water. All levels of students are welcome, although it is helpful to have a basic knowledge of yoga.
I look forward to seeing you there!
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