Happy Cardio

We all have a hard time getting in as much cardiovascular work as our bodies need.

This includes me and sometimes doing the “huffy-puffy work” that gets our hearts & lungs working better, can just be downright dull.

My solution is Happy Cardio.

Questions:

a) do you have happy songs, you know, the ones where you can’t resist moving and dancing about with joy?

b) do you have an iPod or similar device that lets you pump up the volume without disturbing your household?

c) do you have space & time to dance around your house with abandon?

d) do you need to do more cardio?

If you answered “Yes” to any or all of these questions, load up your music player with aforementioned Happy Songs and dance your little heart out!


If you answered no to c) you need to reconsider your life priorities & accommodation choices!


Even just dancing all the way through to two or three songs will give you 10 minutes more cardio work than doing nothing.

It's not about "doing it right" or looking good, it's about moving to the music you enjoy and feeling great!

Listening to your happy songs, it won’t feel like a chore, you will feel great when you finish and for the rest of your day.

So start dancing and let me know how you go.

If Not Dieting, Then What?

Through watching a training DVD on nutrition and weight management I found the wonderful Dr Rick Kausman, a Melbourne GP who takes a sensible and sensitive approach to helping people achieve a healthy weight and more importantly, a healthy attitude towards themselves and living their life.

His website is a breath of fresh air on the subject of health, weight, nutrition and quality of life, with tools, resources and information on other health professionals who support his work.

There are recipes, research information and inspiring personal stories from people who have benefited from him work.

His book, If Not Dieting, Then What, will be available to borrow from me, or you can get your own copy from the website store.

If you are dealing with weight issues, I strongly encourage you to join up to the site (it's free) and use the resources there to help you.

Balance - Why It Matters

We don't often think about our balance, how we stay upright in the world, unless we experience a problem, but our physical balance is more complicated than we might think and can relate to our mental and emotional sense of balance in our lives.

This 5 minute clip has some simple and effective exercises for improving your balance, with great progressions to take it to the level that challenges you.

It's about finding your centre and being strong in your core, concepts that don't just apply to your physical body.

So give it a go and post your feedback!

Zumba!

It seems to be the latest exercise craze at every gym but if you haven't tried Zumba, give it a go!

It is a good workout and you will dance an hour away without even noticing. I've been to three classes so far and love it, I have a great giggle at how hilarious I look when I catch a glance in the mirror... all flailing arms and legs, having so much fun.

Jump On It has a limited offer of 8 Zumba classes at Fernwood Fitness centres, for only $29 however this offer expires today!

Classes are usually about $15 - $20 each and you can take it at your own pace but I guarrantee you will have fun and a giggle while getting fit.

Follow this link to Jump On It to purchase your Zumba classes Fernwood Southland has been left off the list, but if it's your nearest centre follow these steps:

1. Purchase Zumba classes, selecting the Melbourne City club as your location

2. Call Fernwoord Southland 1300 FERNWOOD

3. Give them your name and you're done! You do need to pre-book which class you're attending as they are popular. Get It Done while having fun!