I've Moved!

Blogger has been a great entry level platform for my first year as a serial blogger. 2010 is a year of extension and exploration so it's on to a more robust platform.

Join me at www.getphysicaltoday.com.

It's going to be an exciting year!

Let me on the off ramp!

Yes, it is time to leave the streets of 2009 and the roadways of the past decade. Life travels in curveous and curious ways, over rough roads peppered with potholes, meandering (or sometimes struggling) up mountains and then zooming downhill, through sunshine, fog, and thunderstorms. And this past year has presented some particularly challenging life situations.

The wonder of “what’s around the next bend” tugs at my being and keeps me wandering forward. Searching, engaging, and often in awe of what the next scene will be, foraging for what the world will offer up next.

As I peer down highway 2010 I tingle with the sense of new adventures, beginnings, awakenings, explorations…a life I could not have imagined ten years ago. I’m packed and ready for this road trip – so buckle up, put the key in the ignition, start the engine, and let’s get rolling.

Adieu 2009 Welcome 2010

Fascinating Fitness Fads and Phenomena of the Past 10 Years

The past decade has provided us with some fun, sometimes fanatical, and yes fascinating fitness fads and phenomena to stay fit, lose weight and live a healthy lifestyle! Here are just a few highlights –

The stability ball and BOSU trainer, exergaming and the Nintendo Wii, pedometers, fitness apps delivered right to your smart phone, GPS tracking gear, Dancing with the Stars and The Biggest Loser, mind body exercise, zumba, body pump and cardio strip tease, pole dancing, boot camp training, aqua aerobics, spinervals, charity athletic events and the rise of the amateur athlete, kettlebells, the ab rocket, power plates, Reebok Easy Tones and Fit Flops, Tai Bo, core and functional training, online trainers, coaches, and diet plans, pilates and yoga fusion, heart rate monitors, weight loss surgery, and low carb diets.

But the bottom line is that the general health and fitness during the past decade in the US has remained flat and waistlines continue to expand. So what’s the answer to the burgeoning health dilemma? Stay tuned in 2010 – I’ll be sharing cost effective, simple methods, and motivating messages to keep you fit and to live life fully.

Why Wait?

Oh yea, everyone is going to be making those New Year's resolutions come January. So why not get a jump on the mass start and go for it now? WHY WAIT? What makes January 1st the magic number that begins to turn the fat frog into the buff prince. Take care of yourself today. It's even more important this month with all the high calorie goodies and cold mornings distracting you from living life healthy. Commit to be fit today and get outdoors and play!

Winter in Sabino Canyon

Can't beat it! The color of the trees in the canyon, the smell of drying leaves, crystal blue sky, running water from the night's rain, crisp air, and a visit from Mr. Cardinal - who sat stunningly while being photographed.

A winter walk up Sabino Canyon - just one more reason you gotta love Tucson.

I've been arrested, but I'm OK

Don't bother posting bail. I think I'll just do my time.

Oh Yea - some serious strength training go on here!

Exercise with Friends

It's 32 degrees outdoors and still dark. Do I really want to get out from underneath these warm cozy covers.....heck no!
But I know my hiking buddies will all be showing up at the trailhead at 7am and once we start up, I'll warm up. Plus watching the sun rise on the mountains is spectacular and the vista from the top downright beautiful.
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So if you want to make sure you pop out of bed in the morning for your daily exercise, plan on meeting friends, family or colleagues. It's a great way to start the day...good company, conversation, and companions.

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