Category Archives: Fat- Burning

Addicted to jogging!

I must be truly addicted to jogging! I know for sure because I actually got up at 5 am so I could go jogging before I got on a plane! In the ‘old days’ I would have set the alarm … Continue reading

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Can you Use a Beagle as a Fitness Device?

My beagles get so excited when they see the yoga mats come out. They know it’s going to generate some negative ions, or maybe they just like the scented candles, so they lay down on the bed to enjoy watching me twisting and sweating, while they drop into a deep REM sleep, often with snoring. Continue reading

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Great Surprise: Using Endorphins as a Workout Reward

So I am looking forward to discovering other wonderful surprises as I keep jogging, keep losing weight, and watching out for those squirrels! Continue reading

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Turn your Pool or Lake into a Gym

You can do a lovely Tree Pose in the pool because the water supports you. I also use the side of the pool to do the splits and a bunch of ballerina stretches, using the side of the pool as a ballet barre. Continue reading

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why you should love cold water swimming!

I am a veteran of many cold water swims.  Starting with deep ocean swims in California’s cold Pacific ocean.  We often swam in 64-66 degree water because that ocean stays cold even in the summer. Growing up with a swimming … Continue reading

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I’m thrilled – I did 4 miles and didn’t collapse!!

It’s funny how the tiniest improvement is so motivating and makes me want to go farther — and faster!
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How about a 2-color potato, artichoke & fresh basil salad?

Still inspired by reading Dr. Esselstyn book on the plane, I made a wonderful dinner tonight – and here’s the recipe: Take 3 small red potatoes (leftover and cold from the night before and cut into pieces) Take 1 small … Continue reading

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Ahhh, January is Always The Best Time to Lose Weight & Get Healthy!

Like everyone, I strugged through December, trying not to have that glass of wine, having the wine anyway and then walking for an hour at 11 pm!  But I will lose 6 pounds and now here we are at the … Continue reading

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Biking Better than Ballroom Dancing!

Report on my biking “Reform Movement”.   It’s been a little over two weeks and while I started at 2 miles a day and my butt WAS SO SORE, now I’m up to 5-6 miles a day and have to force … Continue reading

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Shaking up the Routine – Back in the Cold Water Pool

After 10 days of riding between 3 and 6 miles a day, as part of my Post-Thanksgiving Challenge, I am going to shake it up today by jumping in my ice cold swimming pool. Cold water swimming is so BENEFICIAL … Continue reading

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