Meditation

My wife and I have been researching meditation. In the past, I always thought of meditation as a simple breathing technique for the reduction of stress. In reviewing a few websites, reading a couple books, and attending a few classes, we have found that meditation reaches far beyond simple relaxation. There are forms of meditation that delve into self-reflection, contemplation, and emotional analysis. We plan to continue to review and practice meditation to aid in our own personal development as well as to aid in stress reduction to improve our overall health and resilience to the complexities of life.

Diet & Nutrition

Our Coach's motivation to eat “fuel” has driven me to a strict diet, and it is beginning to pay off. I have started to minimize my simple carb intake and eliminate or significantly reduce my sugar intake. So far, I have been losing weight as anticipated (down 5lbs in 2 weeks). I still have a way to go to reach my ideal weight (180lbs), and it is not an easy task.

Additionally, I just finished reading a nutrition book that will supplement my diet in more ways than one. The text supported a lot of my previous knowledge on good eating habits, and it offered additional vitamin supplements that should aid in weight loss and several other conditions that cause me some minor inconvenience.

I would recommend this text as a great read to help get you on track for a healthier lifestyle. You will find that much of what you have been told is healthy may be misleading.

Crayhon, Robert, M.S. Nutrition Made Simple, A Comprehensive Guide to the Latest Findings in Optimal Nutrition New York: (1994).

Stick to it

I am still working hard at keeping to the goals of the program. I am almost up to par on my exercise goals. I am on par with push ups, but still a little behind on the sit-ups. I mis-calcualted originally, but I should be caught up in one week.

If you haven't tried grappling, it is a great class. It is unbeleiveable exercise and sometimes a very humbling experieince. If you haven't started yet, I am waiting for more people to join the class. Get off your butt, and get in gear.

See you in class soon.