I try to do Sun Salutations (Surya Namaskar) as often as possible these days. It’s basically a series of 12 postures that are meant to build flexibility and strength. I find that it’s most useful for me for centering myself and reducing stress. You can also do it just about anywhere. Here’s an example that’s pretty easy to follow. Once you get the hang of it, it’s pretty easy to get into it. Stress affects all people differently. I have always wished I was one of those women that when she gets stress she drops a bunch of weight. No such luck here. It’s almost as if the as my stress level increases it wraps itself around my stomach and hold onto the chub for dear life. I did several rounds today…oh and... [Read more]

I’m really pleased with the results I saw from our 30 Day Shred challenge but it’s really just too difficult for me to find the time every day to do it. I only have “x” amount of time within which to work, run errands, clean etc. In order to consistently stay up with it I would have to let something go, such as sleep, which is just soooo not happening. Still I would really like to lose about 15 more pounds. See here’s the thing. We might possibly maybe sorta kinda be thinking about maybe having another child. Maybe. While I gained less than 20 pounds with my son, I don’t know that I would be so lucky this time. It was a combination of pure exhaustion, daily nausea and vomiting well into my 2nd trimester and... [Read more]

So I am taking a chance and trying the yoga thing one more time. I’ll be doing it every Monday at a local place within walking distance. A friend goes there as well so that should be added motivation to stick with it. I sweat a lot when I do yoga, even if it’s not that horrible sadistic hot yoga I tried. So I picked up two Yogitoes Skidless yoga towels yesterday. I haven’t had a chance to actually use them yet but I will give you an update when I do. I don’t need one more excuse to not go to this class. From everyone I heard from these are great and allow you to keep up with the poses without slipping and worrying about your mat getting dirty. Has anyone tried this? Tell me what you think please. Via Amazon [Read more]

  So the hubs and I have been contemplating getting a Nintendo Wii since last year. For Christmas we don’t buy each other gifts, we just choose one thing for the house or for ourselves to splurge on. It was a really tight race between a new digital video camera and a Wii. Capturing our son’s precious moments won out…blah, blah whatever. I mean haven’t you seen America’s Funniest Home Videos? How many toddlers kicking their fathers in the crotch do you need to see? I’m trying not to regret the decision but the Wii has continued to call my name. So yeah now the Wii Fit thing, umm really I think I must have it. In fact I might be willing to give up the aforementioned child in exchange for one. Am I being really... [Read more]

  During the summer I do quite a bit of walking. I try to get out and do something active at least every day with the kid. The problem I had was that I couldn’t walk for very long in my flip-flops without my feet hurting and there is no way in heck I’m putting socks on when it’s over 70° It’s just not going to happen. So when I saw Keen’s Venice sandal, I thought it would be a great alternative. I have not been disappointed yet. I have hiked in these and I routinely get them wet at the beach and the park. We spent a grueling 12 hour day at an outdoor festival and man oh man did these do the job. They are breathable and provide great support. I wouldn’t suggest running in them but I have had to do some quick... [Read more]