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Environmentalists today generally prefer to limit roads and block new water projects, even in parched California.
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A satisfied but level-headed Wellington Phoenix squad have returned to the capital as they eye another English Premier League scalp on Saturday.
The Phoenix, who finished second last in the 2013-14 A-League, stunned West Ham United 2-1 in Auckland last night, heaping more pressure on Hammers' manager Sam Allardyce, who is copping it in the British press.
The Phoenix are expecting a more difficult challenge against Newcastle United at Westpac Stadium after The Magpies made short work of Sydney FC in a 4-0 win in Dunedin on Tuesday.
Speaking at Wellington Airport this morning, Phoenix coach Ernie Merrick said a lid had been kept on celebrations last night.
"I don't impose rules and regulations and curfews," Merrick said.
"But I do expect them to be professional. I believe no-one went into the bar and had a drink. They all knew they've got to back up and be in front of a massive crowd at Westpac Stadium.
"They want to look after themselves. It would be fantastic to play in front of a sold-out stadium. The senior players are going to have to back up again - I can't throw on youngsters to start against a team like Newcastle, one of the best teams in the world with multimillion-dollar players.
"And by the way, we were trending seventh in the world on Twitter, according to these kids that tell me, seventh in the world on Twitter during the match. So we're on the worldwide football stage ... Our board have taken a huge gamble and challenge to bring out two world-class EPL clubs. It's a credit to them and hopefully, with a big crowd behind us, we might put this team on the map."
Phoenix general manager David Dome said a "disappointing" 27,500 tickets had been sold for Saturday's double-header, which kicks off with West Ham against Sydney.
"This is not on track to get the 32,000 fans the teams deserve," Dome said.
"They deserve a sellout."
Dome encouraged those considering attending the games to buy tickets earlier because gate sales would cause delays.
Phoenix captain Andrew Durante, who scored the first goal at Eden Park, was greeted at the airport by wife Sarah and daughter Adalyn.
"I don't score too many and I guess that's my comeback when the boys hammer me about not scoring too many," Durante said.
"It was a personal highlight for me. A massive confidence booster heading into the A-League season, knowing we can play good football against a good team ... It's going to be extremely difficult, backing up.
"Mentally not so much, we're going to be pumped up for hopefully a full house. We'll see how the legs handle it ... I've been fortunate to play in front of a few full houses at Westpac and there's no better experience. She'll [Adalyn] be there, cheering us on."
New Phoenix signing Alex Rodriguez-Gorrin provided the free kick for Durante's goal then scored the second himself with a top-quality finish.
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Click on the image to enlarge. We've had another earthquake in Michigan this morning shortly before noon. If you felt it, leave a comment. 3.3 magnitude earthquake 7 miles northeast of Union City (Calhoun County) or about 13 miles SSE of Battle Creek. WOOD-TV did a live hit this evening from the actual cornfield that was at the center of the quake. So this was significantly weaker than the earthquake in May. Remember we had a magnitude 4.2 earthquake on 5/2 at 12:23 pm. That was centered 5.5 miles south of Galesburg. The earthquake today was centered 5 kilometers (think of a 5k race) underground. An earthquake of this magnitude usually produces very little or no damage.
From the Detroit Free Press: "The number of earthquakes has increased dramatically over the last few years in much of the U.S. From 1973 to 2008, there was an average of 21 earthquakes of magnitude 3.0 and larger in the central and eastern U.S., the USGS reported. This rate jumped to an average of 99 earthquakes of that intensity per year from 2009 to 2013, and the rate continues to rise. In 2014 alone, there were 659 magnitude-3.0 and larger earthquakes in the same geographical area, USGS reported." Check out their article here.
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How good is your functional balance control? You can find out in under 2 minutes. You can also discover which of your three balancing systems is strongest.
I had fun trying the balance assessment below when I attended the first Functional Aging Summit in Phoenix this past week. Day one of the conference was dedicated to learning how to maximize physical function for the over 50 exerciser. In order to know what to progress, we first need to establish baselines. It's the ole' "you don't know where to go until you know where you are" approach. Ergo — Time to tackle fitness assessments that measure functional abilities such as static balance, dynamic strength, and dynamic balance. (What exactly is "functional fitness"? Click to our post with the answer once you have read this one).
My fun gets to be your fun. Try the following test which assesses your ability to maintain static balance when one or more sensory systems are inhibited. Stand on both legs with your arms against your sides. Perform each of the four conditions for 30 seconds with someone else timing you and keeping an eye out in case you fall or need a hand. Stop the test if you:
Before you begin, let's define a few terms so you know which of your balance senses are fine and dandy or need development.
Ok, now to find out which of these three senses are your best friends, and which (if any) need better buddying up. Ready, set, time yourself!
– you are using your visual, somatosensory, and vestibular systems.
– you have pulled out your visual system, and are using just the vestibular and somatosensory systems.
(stand on a foam pad or BOSU ball, for example) – you are dependent on your visual and vestibular systems in this case.
(again using a foam pad or BOSU ball) – you are relying on the vestibular system alone.
How many seconds were you able to last for each condition? Under which conditions did you have troubles?
I'll tell you who aced these tests when we tried them at the Functional Aging Summit — my new pal and inspiration, Marleine, an 80 year old teacher/ trainer from northern California. Not only did she have amazing balance and get to 30 seconds for all four conditions, but also she beat me in the Sit to Stand assessment test. I managed only 19 ups and downs to her 20, which put her above the 90 percentile for her age group and me in the 75% for mine. She is THE example of what active aging and functional training can do for a person. Yeah, I wish I had taken her picture, but we were too busy learning cool, functional exercises.
Side (plank) note: I just became the first fitness pro in my county to achieve the Functional Aging Specialist certification. You can read about it here on noozhawk.
The write up means I have a chance to be as incredible as Marleine one day — IF I put all my functional training knowledge into action! How about you?
Take the balance test. Record your results. Which of your balance senses were strongest? Weakest? Let us know in the comments below.
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Then mark your calendar now for the afternoon and evening of June 3-4 when we host our first webinar, TransformAging. You will have free access to top fitness professionals who specialize in the movement needs of midlife women.
Are you wanting to start a movement program but get overwhelmed? Fallen off the workout wagon and having trouble hitching yourself back up? Thought back to the exercises you used to do and though "hayul no, that sounds too painful and intense now that I am in my second half of life"? Yet you still want to enjoy all that life has to offer, in a comfortable, sensible way?
Billy Preston might sing in your eager ear that,
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You gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me, that's right, ha yea
Gotta have somethin' if you wanna be with me
You gotta bring me somethin' girl, if you wanna be with me."
Our expert panel will bring strategies, pro tips, and shortcuts to your awesomesauceness ; you bring your attention and questions. You pay nothin' but you get somethin'! Something super special, such as:
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Need we say more? Probably, but you have enough now to raise your heart rate and to keep your June 3-4 evenings open. You'll get notification soon on how to register (remember we used that magic word "free"). That is to say that if you already are a subscriber you'll get registration details from us very soon. Very soon, grasshoppers! If you are not yet a subscriber, then subscribe! Good golly, you'll get great fitness solutions targeted to your baby boomer needs plus the insider track to achieve greater midlife goodness!
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Alexandra: But first, a shout-out to ourselves, as it turns out we were both in the Top Ten for most socially engaged people at the convention.
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We were beat out by keynote speaker Arianna Huffington, a popular conference speaker, and Dai Manuel (a fellow FitFluential ambassador). Maybe it's time to raise our rates. Hmmmm.
Kymberly: Arianna can take first place as most influential online IHRSA "attendee" with no envy from me as she was so clever in her keynote. I almost thought Alexandra wrote her material, that's how funny Mz Huff was. Please note that a certain Me was ranked higher than a certain Not Me twinster. Score!
As for a key trend coming your way bigger than our hair and shoulder pads in the 80s — wearable technology is IT! Bands, apps, bracelets, watches, cords, equipment screens, club check-in software, online community connections, and more are infiltrating, permeating, hyperventilating our fitness future. Proof is coming in that tracking and measuring devices actually work! People who use technology are moving more.
We saw all kinds of amazing gadgets that gather your workout data, health profile, preferences, fat levels–you name it– in order to help you succeed with your health and fitness goals. Need accountability? Motivation? Feedback? Workout buddies? An exercise program to go? if you can conceive of it, you will find it at the IHRSA trade show which was loaded with ingenuity and visionary high techy thingies. Hey, I am currently testing out a handheld device that measures my body fat and muscle quality, courtesy of Skulpt Aim. I simply hold up to certain muscles the Skulpt Aim, which looks like a smart phone and voila — personalized data that I wish would lie to me. But it doesn't.
You probably are contributing to the health and fitness tech trend right now. Have you ever used a pedometer? (Read our post on assessing pedometers) Slapped on a heart rate monitor? Synced a workout tracking device to your phone? Input info into a cardio machine that goes to a personal profile? Plead guilty to being a trend driver.
So you're all fitted up with monitoring devices, but which workouts offer options for midlifers who may suffer from joint issues?
TRX Training for Midlifers
Alexandra: We have taken a few of the TRX suspension training classes before, but we wanted to know if they had a workout that would be suited for those of us with bad knees (Kymberly's recent surgery), bad wrists (Alexandra's recent fall), or other issues that make it necessary to modify so many other workout regimens.
So many of our students have asked our opinion about suspension training, worried they might fall or embarrass themselves if they tried it, so we went straight to the top to find answers. By "top" we mean we had our very own personalized workout with Dan Mcdonogh, the TRX Training and Development Manager and 2012 IDEA (our professional association) Fitness Instructor of the Year.
With a focus on good form (we loved him for that), Dan took us through a myriad of options for some of the main moves: squats, lunges, planks, rows, push-ups. Every time we said, "that would be an issue for someone with knee problems," or "how can I do this move if I'm worried about balance," Dan had a solution. (Keep an eye out for our video of this workout coming soonish to our website. See Dan survive standing between us as we crack jokes and compliment his red hair).
End Result: We totally loved this workout, as it helped increase our strength, balance, core and flexibility, all of which are important for Boomers (well, anyone really). I will just mention that I was amazing. Kymberly might have been too, but I kept poking her in the surgery leg.
Kymberly: Poke, poke, no joke. I really kneed to find exercise options that offer intensity with minimal joint impact. After doing a pain free happy dance for TRX, I found my cardio nirvana on the Total Wave Fitness.
More than two months of no cardio (aside from mosey level dog walks) has left me desperate to get my sweat on. Where, oh where is a high intensity, low impact exercise mode right for knees in rehab? That is fun? With variety? And smooth comfort like a Tom Jones song? Oh my gosh, but gliding on the Wave machine is perfect for anyone who wants an aerobic heart rate with no bone pounding. If you want to go for a ride and slide from side to side, talk your club into getting one of these. Sore feet? Wonky knees? Try the Total Wave. No excuses or downtime for joint pain sufferers. Santa Barbara Spectrum are you listening? Buy this for me — and the other members too, of course.
This crazy looking contraption could be the answer to those of you for whom aches and pains keep you from taking cardio classes or getting on cardio equipment. If you send me one, I WILL find room for it in my house.
Here's to finding ways to work out as we age.
Readers: How has an injury or chronic condition kept you from exercising? What solution(s) did you find? And … is your klout score higher than ours? Comment below. And subscribe if you have not already.
Alexandra Williams, MA
According to research by the National Center for the Study of Adult Learning and Literacy, "being part of a cohort – a tight-knit, reliable, common-purpose group – is very important in different ways." Not only were we tight-knit, we were on a mission to squish as many people as possible onto a couch. Sort of like a slumber party, but with a reasonable amount of sleep.
As humans, we strive to create meaning in our lives, which we do by growing, learning and giving. We do these things best when we have connections. Connections with women who both support and challenge me helps me create meaning, especially when I believe those women understand me, or at least have the framework to share a language that leads to understanding.
Okay, that's all well and good and counselor-ish, but just like exercise, if it's not fun, we aren't going to do it. Speaking of which, our exercise classes for BAM were at 7 a.m. which we discovered was a bit out of the majority of the attendees' comfort time zone. So now we have a conundrum to solve – how to help midlife women realize that you gain energy for a long day by getting up early to work out. In any case, Kymberly's Abs, Balance, Core class and my Drums Alive workout were really fun for all who were there, as evidenced by these comments from Candace Karu of Cabot Cheese and Rebecca Olkowski.
As I've aged, I've discovered that I'm an outgoing introvert, or maybe an extrovert who likes a lot of "listening and observing" time. While teaching or presenting (we also gave a talk about media kits for bloggers) I am very animated and sociable, yet found that much of my "people enjoyment" came from listening to others' stories. Are you more of a talker or a listener? I found it extremely satisfying to hear the stories my friends (which was everyone at the conference) shared – stories of loss, powerlessness, poverty, struggle, heartbreak, exhilaration, achievement and reinvention. These stories enabled me to feel part of the "girl gang" as we all have histories that got us to where we are now.
The "In" Group
Do you ever feel like you are on the outside looking at those on the inside? I do sometimes, especially at my job at the university, where every year I'm a year older and the students are still 20. My heart and plans and thoughts and desires all feel young to me, yet sometimes my body reminds me that I'm in my 50s. Sometimes my two boys make me feel old, simply because they are now grown up. I don't want to be young again, yet certainly don't see myself as old either. Being around a hundred women my age automatically put me into the "in" group. We were ALL good-looking and effervescent; fashionable and interesting. No-one was dismissed; there was no "outsiders" group. Doesn't that sound like Friend Utopia?
Do you have a good balance of new and long-term friends? As I age, I find it important to make new friends as well as relishing my friendships that go as far back as a half-century. After the conference was over, Kymberly and I were taken on a Nashville sightseeing adventure by good friends we made via social media over the past few years – Kathy of Live the Fine Life, and Brenda (a single redhead from Alabama; hint to single guys). When I was young, I just accepted that everyone I met was my friend. As I aged, that changed, yet I still know when someone JUST IS my friend. I like the freedom age gives me to choose my friends based on nothing more than that I like them.
On that note, you get to see some pictures of downtown Nashville, courtesy of my desire to improve my photography skills. I don't know if the BAM conference will be in Nashville in 2016, but I do know Nashville has lots to offer. I also know that I'll be at the conference no matter where it's held, because – Friends.
As Kathy Bates said in Fried Green Tomatoes, "Face it girls, I'm older and have more insurance." In other words, we have money. And we'll spend it with brands that acknowledge our existence. The sponsors of the inaugural Bloggers at Midlife conference deserve a shout-out for doing just that.
Support these brands:
Collective Bias
Vibrant Nation
Cabot Cheese
Always Discreet
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Kymberly Williams-Evans, MA
We Feel So Spa-ritual!
Alexandra and I just returned from presenting at the second Tenaya Spa Wellness Retreat. We also presented at their first event, which we summarized in this post. We may not die with a lot of stuff, but we sure are rich in experiences! For one, who would have thought the gateway to Yosemite would be hiking-sandal weather and nearly snowless in mid-January? For another, who knew that smoked sturgeon tasted delicious when braised in tea?
Anyway, we drove up through sun, drought, and beautiful pine trees to offer two workouts: Drums Alive and ABC: Abs, Butt, Core and two workshops: Most Common Exercises Done Right and Wrong and 7 Movement Habits to Improve Your Brain Today. As presenters, we had the privilege to take part in the entire retreat. That included hearing American Spa magazine editor, publisher, and keynote speaker, Julie Keller Callaghan speak on Top Trends in the spa world.
Job Seekers Apply Here
One of the key points Julie made is that the spa industry is growing. No, make that Exploding. Faster than a hot flash in the middle of a public presentation. As in, if you know people needing career direction, steer them to a resort. It's not solely baby boomers driving the growth. Just as many people (mostly women, no shocker there) ages 30-50 are going to spas as those 50-70.
Special Can Mean Affordable
I was actually surprised, because, seriously — who has the money to head to spas so often? How can a luxury industry be taking over the wellness world? Turns out one of the trends is what Julie calls "Specialty Solutions," which are affordable, specific indulgences. If you want just your lashes, hair, or skin treated, you can now find "beauty bars" and express services at mainstream rates, for example. As well, bigger, more expensive spas are branching into shortened and price conscious versions of their traditional offerings. You can now find 3 day or weekend deals at resorts that once were weekly only.
Luxury to Mainstream
Another trend is that the industry is shifting from being considered a luxury to a necessity. More and more of us are heading to the mountains, beaches, jungles, and forests to de-stress, rejuvenate, and catch up on rest. Just as having a personal trainer shifted in the late 90s from the domain of the rich and famous to mainstream middle class clients, so too is the concept of heading to the spa. Because I neeeeeed it!
You Are Feeling Sleepy
A trend Julie coined "Deep Sleep" highlights a solution spa professionals are creating for the 70 million chronically sleep deprived Americans. From having sleep experts on staff to meals devised to enhance relaxation to dream inducing treatments, spas are addressing sleep needs to keep us well and healthy. Budget minded sleepyheads can now nap in special "cabins" that have customizable aromatherapy and sound settings. ZZZZzzzzzzzzzone out for 20-40 minutes for $1 a minute you catnappers!
Get Real, Be Authentic
While American Spa's editor, Julie covered 10 key trends, I will share just one more big one here: "Keeping It Real." Spa goers seek authenticity. They — you?– crave experiences unique to a given location. Spas attract guests with ingredients and services indigenous to the region. The Ascent Spa at Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite is right on top of that trend with its treatments. Many of the soaps, skin care products, oils, and scents they use come from local sources.
I did professional research on their authenticity by booking their "Half Dome (half hour) Hiker's Delight lower leg massage. It was real all right. So real I went for a brief hike afterward just to test out the full foot effect. Worth it for sure! My feet felt so good I could have gone up Half Dome. (Ok, my knees did not work in harmony with this idea). So back I went to the Ascent Spa for my "thank you for presenting gift" of their Signature Firefall Body Treatment, which pays homage to the Yosemite historic firefall when parkgoers used to throw fires over the waterfall. A little dangerous, but I am on board to be a trendsetter for that spa treatment!
And we hope such delight lies in your future and budget. If you have been to spas lately, what trends are you spotting? Which trends do you HOPE kick in so you can take advantage of this booming industry? As for my sister and me, we hope our trend of presenting and teaching at such glorious places continues into the future. I want to be Spa-tacus. Yes, I'm Spa-tacus!
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While listening to the press conference, part of me was thinking, "Wow, what a great tool. So easy to use and understand." Boomers and Older Adults have consistently said their three top desires for technology would be to connect with loved ones, shop, and maintain cognitive health, and this tablet will help do that. Yet another part of me was thinking, "So basic. The RealPad would never be something I'd buy, as I am not intimidated at all by my various devices."
What I really should have thought was, "I am not intimidated by things I have already learned."
We have written many posts about the cognitive benefits from exercise, including these three:
Exercise Can Train Your Brain
Spark Your Brain with Exercise
Exercise Your Right to a Better Brain
Learning new tasks is also a well-known way to maintain cognitive health. According to the National Institutes of Health (NIH), "by increasing the complexity of the environment, these activities may increase cognitive reserve. In general, there appears to be support for a positive association between cognitive activity and cognitive functioning in late life." By this standard, I now have a huge reserve of smartness awaiting me in old age. Want to know why? (there is only one right answer)
For my birthday I asked for a DSLR camera as I want to take better photos for the blog. I have never used anything but a point-and-shoot, nor have I ever had a photo class. And I have zero artistic sense. But right after receiving the Canon Rebel T3 I signed up for a photography class at our local community college. A week late. So I had some catching up to do. Which meant this:
* Get home Saturday night from the convention, leaving one day to prep for the Monday class
* Read the camera manual (which turned out to be totally different from "understand the manual")
* Learn the computerized college system for finding, reading, and downloading info
* Download the Adobe Lightroom program/ app
* Watch tutorial videos on how to use Lightroom and the Canon
* Search Google repeatedly for help, as I got stuck a lot
* Figure out how to use the camera (I had to get 2 other people involved for a few places where I got stuck, when even Google was too advanced in its explanations)
* Take photos
* Take a self-portrait (which meant learning to use my tripod and the camera timer)
* Upload photos from my camera to the computer, then to the photo app
* Follow the professor's instructions for labeling and sending the selected portrait to her
* Send the photo in by the deadline (and do the assigned reading, which assumed I already did all the above)
That is a lot of f***ing steps. I would have quit if I hadn't signed up (and paid) for the class, as it was overwhelming to have so much to learn in just one day. But I know that about myself, which is why I signed up for an in-person class instead of just buying an online tutorial that I'd never actually get around to. I felt exhausted after spending most of the day just trying to get up to the baseline required just to take, save, and send a photo. I also felt smarter. Because I did it.
Which brings me back to the RealPad. I now remember how daunting it can be to learn computer skills. Actually, I tried to quit setting up my Twitter account in 2010, but a friend wouldn't let me. She held my hand (telephonically) until I figured it out. So if you're intimidated by the computer (or know someone who is, as you obviously know how to read this blog post online), the RealPad could be a very happy solution, as it truly is ready to use right out of the box. You can learn about it by clicking on this ———–> link.
After feeling incompetent and frustrated for much of the day, I actually ended the day feeling quite proud and smart. And tired. My brain needs a nap. The rest of me needs to move after sitting at the computer for too long. So this post is now over.
Kymberly Williams-Evans, MA
Uh oh, but the two biggest trends don't bode well for midlifers.
We baby boomers are the first generation to grow up with exercise as part of our post high school curriculum. Our parents did not transition from youth to adulthood expecting to work out the rest of their lives. (I'm talking national averages here as I don't know YOUR parents, of course). With our years of continuous movement comes a toll: aches and pains — yes, I did teach up to 20 high impact classes per week back when I was young and immortal.
In Implementing Anti-Aging Solutions Into Fitness, session leader, Sue Hitzmann asked participants "who suffers from chronic pains that limit your life?" Out of 200 fitness pros, at least 195 of them raised their hands, myself included. And that's a group that knows how to move with good form and body awareness. Youch and ouch! Apparently this high percentage of injury sufferers is the new norm, especially for the over 50 crowd.
You can believe that the companies at the IDEA trade show know this, as there were a lot of booths devoted to pain relief. Whether via creams, programs, massages, electrical stimulation, rollers, supplements, or mind/body techniques, the services and products addressing pain were in dramatic ascendancy! So you could say this is a good trend, insofar as solutions are out there. (Yes, I searched for the magic wand for better knee joints, but heard it was on aisle 245 ¾, which I never found.)
As Alexandra alluded to in her post, about feeling invisible as she ages hard core is in! "Go Hard or Go Home" is the new mantra. Oooommm, OMG! If you want me to do high impact moves, you'd better be ready to wipe up more than my sweat. (insert incontinence ad here). Back in the 80s and 90s, a common excuse for avoiding the gym was "I have to get in shape before I can head to the gym." We have come so far since then. Let's not return, but look ahead at how much tailored movement can help our midlife bodies and minds. Much as I'd love to go back to the future and bring back my younger body all gift wrapped and shiny, it ain't a gonna happen. I love to work with purpose and to sweat puddles and oodles (I think those words combine to make sweaty poodles: Rough Ruff are you Tough Enough??!) But if you look again at Trend #1, workouts based on More, Harder, Faster, Louder, Sharper, Barfier actually hurt.
I want to be able to do this: Without feeling as though I landed in this:
Ya feel me? Fortunately fitness professionals are creative and dedicated. They (maybe my sis and I??) will find more solutions for baby boomers who want to move energetically, work out intently, and age actively. We know it's possible to do so while increasing body comfort, not adding to our dis-ease . Gravity has its benefits, just not on my joints and face. Am I right? Don't drop down and give me 100. Stay up! Do what you enjoy and can sustain for your enlivened future!
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Though there were hundreds of vendors in the Expo Hall, I shall share seven that grabbed my attention.
The founders wanted to make a substitute that tasted like meat, and they've achieved their goal. Free of gluten and cholesterol, the 100% plant protein beef and chicken products are also non-GMO. Great flavor. The ingredients list for the beef crumbles: Water, non-GMO pea protein isolate, non-GMO expeller-pressed canola oil, beef flavor (yeast extract, maltodextrin, natural flavoring, salt, sunflower oil, onion powder), rice flour, tomato powder, caramel color, contains 0.5% or less of: calcium sulfate, evaporated cane juice, potassium chloride, oregano, dried marjoram, ground basil, lemon juice concentrate, citric acid, black pepper, salt, dried thyme, dried rosemary, red chili pepper flakes, onion extract, garlic extract.
Cute compression fitness apparel that assists with posture support and pain relief. As we mentioned in one of our six posts about posture, it's important to "zip" down the back as well as up the front. When I stopped at the IntelliSkin booth, they emphasized this aspect too. Technology truly is being woven into our clothing, just as predicted in this 2007 article about the fitness facility of the future.
My very first aerobics job was in 1983 in West Berlin, and this is the mineralwasser I drank when I lived there. So to me, Gerolsteiner has been around for a long time, though it is definitely new to the U.S. In the 80s, I drank it because I liked it. Now I know about its health aspects too. No calories, no sugars, and no preservatives, it's even sold in glass bottles, as plastic bottles are known to have phthalates. With over 2,500 mg/ minerals per liter (yup, the Germans don't do quart measurements), the three main minerals are calcium (bones, teeth), magnesium (metabolism, muscle & nerve function), and bicarbonate (regulates acidity). Even though it's the world's #1 sparkling natural mineral water, Gerolsteiner is just now coming to the U.S. so you might have to request it from your local grocery store. And I don't think they'll mind if you pronounce it wrong.
If you don't want to leave your workout machine to get some wipes, you no longer have to, as this is a packet of wipes that attach to an arm band. The sales crew at the booth had me at "helps prevent staph infections" because my son got staph when he wrestled in high school, and it was serious. The website is under partial construction, as the Wypes are brand new, but don't let that deter you from spending $3.79. Total deal.
Okay, nuts aren't new. But I did learn that peanuts are not a tree nut. The nine that are: Brazil, almond, hazelnut, walnut, pistachio, pecan, cashew, macadamia and pine nuts. The council had research papers that I grabbed, knowing you'd be interested in the health findings. I read that tree nuts are inversely associated with both metabolic syndrome and obesity, and total and cause-specific mortality , plus associated with decreased health risk factors for cardiovascular disease. I happen to love almond milk, and am glad it's working with me and my body. I still hate Brazil nuts.
As the owner of four pairs of Ahnu Shoes, I was stoked (70s organic-y, surfer expression) to see them at the Expo for the first time, showcasing their super attractive footwear. We even got to meet the co-founder, Jacqueline van Dine (a good Dutch name if I ever heard one). Now owned by Deckers (conveniently based in our town of Santa Barbara), Ahnu has a catalogue full of cute shoes. We even got a sneak preview of their upcoming line, which made us drool a little bit on ourselves. And they follow the Ethical Supply Chain Guidelines.
With a mission to "provide style choices for women that spark interest in fitness and promotes healthy lifestyles in mind, body, and spirit," this company makes dumbbells and kettlebells that are cute and colorful. Not just a single color – boring. These weights come in pink camo, floral blue, cheetah, zebra and hope. I had fun playing with these at the booth. And I like their tag line – Strength Comes in Many Colors.
ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
One last thing – I've seen the various celebrity ice bucket challenges (fundraisers for the fight against ALS) going around, and saw a big one live at the convention, when the founders of IDEA joined up with some of the fitness industry's leaders for a group ice-freeze, but had no interest in doing one myself, especially here in drought-stricken California. But this morning my nephew wanted to tag me, so I agreed because I believe in the project (if not the waste of water) and couldn't say no to a kid. Known as Lou Gehrig's disease, ALS is well known to the fitness industry, due in large part to our long-standing relationship with Augie Nieto, founder of Life Fitness and Augie's Quest. I hope you watch my video and go tag three people with your own video. Of course, the point is to raise money, which seems to be working.
Go forth and be healthy! Challenge yourself to something new today.
The Wine Bloggers Conference was held here in S.B. County over the weekend. As presenters, Kymberly and I were invited to participate in the events. The first weekend highlight was visiting five Solvang tasting rooms, followed by dinner at Cecco Ristorante and gelato at Café Dolce. I'm going to list the 5 tasting rooms so that you can visit them when you come to Solvang.
The Good Life
Carivintâs Winery
Lucas & Lewellen
Every single one of them had very outgoing, personable owners. The fact that I know very little about wine was not a deterrent to my experience. I just tuned out the wine talk (you need a translator if you're not a wine person) and focused on the taste. Turns out I'm a Gewürztraminer and port person (I discovered this at Presidio).
The second highlight was driving an Aston Martin. I had planned to drive the DB9 (seen just below), but got distracted by the blue color of the Vanquish. My son got to go in the Rapide.
We found out that Aston Martin does tour events too. They have a Pebble Beach – Lake Tahoe – Yosemite event coming up in August. Fast cars and mountain roads. I'll wait for
James Bond Daniel Craig to pick me up.
The event was based at Bacara Resort, so we took a walk along the beach afterward. No matter what car you drive, or whether you do or don't stay at the resort, the beach is open to the public. People think it's private, but locals know it's not, so you might like to add Haskell's Beach to your visit.
The third highlight was a tour of some of the wine rooms in Santa Barbara – first in El Paseo downtown, followed by the funk zone. We got around the funk zone via surreys. Did you know you can rent surreys, Segways, scooters, skates and bikes (of course) down by the beach?
And pedaling the surrey counts as exercise. I'll link to the places that hosted us, and let you decide for yourself which of their wines you prefer.
Au Bon Climat
Grassini Family Vineyards
Margerum Wine Co. & MWC32
Jamie Slone Wines (opening next month, but we got a sneak peek)
C'est Cheese (they sell a huge variety of world cheeses and wine, so get a sandwich to complement your tasting adventures)
Fox Wine Co. (lots of art too)
Municipal Winemakers (my favorite for the vibe – they are in a former scuba shop, complete with swimming pool behind the wall)
Deep Sea (which is over the water on Stearns Wharf)
If beautiful cars, beaches, and people (that's me, in case you're confused), plus wineries galore don't tempt you to come visit Santa Barbara, then you are jaded I tell you, jaded. FYI, Santa Barbara isn't known for jade, unless it's the color of the sea. While you're here, come take our exercise classes so you can speed along during your surrey ride.
Did I mention I won a bottle of wine during the conference? Yeah, I win good stuff. Oh, and standing by an Aston Martin makes you look like a model. See what it did for me?
Kymberly Williams-Evans, MA and Alexandra Williams, MA
Therefore this weekend finds us presenting at the Wine Bloggers Conference. And just to show how much we know about wine as it relates to exercise, we created this handy dandy infographic for you to pin, read, share, and toast!
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|Reviews for Listen To My Words
| Guest chapter 16 . 4/4/2013
Hi I really love your story, it keeps getting more interesting with each chapter, but I think chapter 15 and 16 are the same as 8 and 9, just thought I'd bring it to your attention because I really want to know what happens to Edward and bella :) update soon please
| RedSoxFan7 chapter 16 . 8/19/2012
I like ur story. Update soon.
| robfans chapter 16 . 6/5/2012
Jared is always like a salt rubbing on Edwards wound and Bella still dangled him on his face no wonder its hard to work out their marriage.
| lolali chapter 16 . 6/2/2012
Okay your story was oka in the beginning...but then it got all confusing with tanya and jared and everything else.. In my honest opinion...you need to fix it up a litle bit...edwards personality makes no sense. ...or bellas...sorry is just what I think...
| lolali chapter 16 . 6/2/2012
Okay your story was oka in the beginning...but then it got all confusing with tanya and jared and everything else.. In my honest opinion...you need to fix it up a litle bit...edwards personality makes no sense. ...or bellas...sorry is just what I think...
| vampiregurl chapter 16 . 6/1/2012
Her life is so complicated that I'm starting to doubt if she will survive this ordeal. I hope Edward wasn't fuckin' Tanya. And I hope this Jared guy would get what he deserves. What an ass to be playing people like that.
| teambellaedward chapter 16 . 5/31/2012
| vampiregurl chapter 15 . 1/7/2012
so Tanya means more to him than Bella, his own wife? seriously Edward! are you out of your mind? never keeps secret from your other half, one day it will come bite you back in the ass. look what happened now. the first time, yes. you hid things. but for years? doesn't Edward think the consequences? men can be so dense sometimes.
why did Tanya told Bella? it's like she's trying to break them up.
| bzwifenmom24-7 chapter 15 . 1/4/2012
Basically, Edward was emotionally having an affair with Tanya, therefore, he cheated first.
| taralynn09 chapter 15 . 1/4/2012
I don't really agree with how she's going about this. Edward doesn't even seem to feel guilty. He put her before Bella for how long? He doesn't seem to have any regret. But I don't think Bella should be going out, partying or whatever to get a life. Either they work on them, or they don't. But her going out/ meeting new people, isn't going to help them at all. I agree she needs some good female friends, but I don't really agree with how she's doing this.
| stormy315 chapter 15 . 1/4/2012
great chapter...she made the right decision to put their relationship on hold and start over for herself...its gonna be hard and i hope edward doesnt mess up further...cant wait...
| robfans chapter 14 . 1/2/2012
| taralynn09 chapter 14 . 1/1/2012
Bella should leave him, at least for a while. Edwards a horriable husband, he doesnt love Bella as much as he claims. If he did, hed never do stuff like this. Hes almost having an affair. I think they need to get rid of Tanya. The whole set up is not fair to Bella, it never has been. I think Edward needs a dose of reality.
| EdwardBellaRenesmeCullen chapter 14 . 1/1/2012
i want ask are dickward have kid with that ugly nasty bitchalotslut Tanyahoe. i don't want to continued read story that bastard dickward choice other bitchalotslut over bella and hate story that bella is second place in dickward heart. i don't think that dickward really love bella like he have claim. if he really love her he shouldn't lie to Bella. why you label in bella and dickward section. when you make that dickward with that ugly nasty stinky bitchalotslut Tanyahoe. you should move this story out of bella/dickward section.
| twitipat chapter 14 . 1/1/2012
You don't lie and keep another woman hidden for years. If he's innocent of any wrongdoing he doesn't tell his wife he hasn't seen his friend since high school. I don't care what Bella did anymore. He has chosen Tanya for years over Bella. She needs to leave and not look back. It's just not realistic anymore. There isn't anything that will redeem him for me. I hate liars.


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From quaint comfort in family run B&B's to opulent luxury in a centuries-old castle, hotels in Ireland have much to offer.
For those travelers looking for budget accommodation, Ireland's hostels are a great way to go. There is an abundance of hostels in the big cities of Dublin, Cork, Galway and Belfast, and it is usually easy to find one off the beaten track too. Most offer clean facilities and basic amenities, such as bike or surf rental.
Another option for affordable hotels in Ireland is a family run B&B or guesthouses. Most rooms will have en-suite bathroom facilities and many accommodations serve a delicious Irish breakfast and afternoon tea with scones. The woman of the house, or Bean an Tí, is usually a great source of local knowledge and folklore.
Some of the best hotels in Ireland are located in breathtaking old castles and manors. Many offer spa facilities, gourmet dining and links golf courses. Adare Manor in County Limerick, Ashford Castle in County Galway, and Doonbeg Hotel and Dromoland Castle in County Clare are our stunning options for old-world luxury.
Remodeled in 2005, this Edwardian-era mansion is part of the Halpin brand, which showcases traditional Irish hotels.
If you'd rather feel like a local than a visitor, this self-catered Georgian townhouse on a Temple Bar side street may be just the ticket.
Man of Aran was an acclaimed 1934 movie about life on Inishmore, chief of the Aran Islands, known worldwide for its thick wool sweaters.
Located on 1,000 acres, the private country house was formerly the sporting lodge of the Marquis of Sligo.
Set among verdant mountains and the Lakes of Killarney, this modern stone structure has a wellness focus (the hotel is home to an Aveda spa and staffers encourage guests to explore the nearby national park).
1832 Gothic Revival château on a sprawling parcel of parkland that includes a Robert Trent Jones Sr.–designed golf course.
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Wilson announces candidacy for Coosa Co. sheriffPublished 5:53pm Friday, April 4, 2014
Coosa County Sheriff Terry Wilson has announced his intention to seek re-election for the office of sheriff.
Wilson, who has served as sheriff for the past seven years, is a native of Coosa County and has 16 years of law enforcement experience.
"For Coosa County to prosper and grow, the safety and welfare of our citizens must be the top priority of its sheriff," Wilson said. "I feel as sheriff I have demonstrated the leadership qualities and strong law enforcement experience that is needed to keep Coosa County a safe place to live."
Wilson said that in addition to his law enforcement background, he has 22 years of military service and possesses the character, integrity and trustworthiness needed for the office of sheriff.
"I have worked hard as sheriff, demonstrating the most ethical and professional standards possible," Wilson said. "I am a sheriff you can count on."
Wilson says that during his time as sheriff, he has developed a strong law enforcement team with a solid core of highly-qualified deputy sheriffs. He also noted that he has worked to acquire the most modern technology available through various grants.
"Our Coosa County Law Enforcement team, with their 21st century equipment, stands ready at the highest level of readiness ever," Wilson said. "If re-elected, I will continue to work hard at maintaining a well-rounded team of law enforcement professionals possessing the commitment to serve and protect our citizens."
Wilson said that he is proud to see the level of community involvement the sheriff's office has had during the past seven years. Programs such as neighborhood watches, Yellow Dot and Project Lifesaver, Wilson explained, encourages citizens' involvement in improving the local quality of life.
"I will continue to fight hard against drugs here in the county and continue to work hard at solving theft cases," Wilson said. "During my time as sheriff, we have solved two cold murder cases – a 17-year-old murder case and 15 year-old double murder. If re-elected, I will continue to aggressively seek justice for families and friends who are waiting for other cold cases to be solved."
Wilson is a member of the Coosa County Chapter of National Wild Turkey Federation, the Alabama Cattlemen's Association and as a member of the Coosa County Extension Advisory Board.
He also leads the Sheriff's Team supporting Cancer Outreach and Community Hope (COACH), is a member of and senior officer of the Rockford Masonic Lodge and member of the Coosa Valley #8 Fraternal Order of Police. In addition, he is a board member of Holley Springs Church and Cemetery Association, a member of the Coosa County Republican Executive Committee, member of the Alabama Sheriff's Association and its Review and Research Committee, National Sheriff's Association and National Rifle Association.
"I want to personally thank everyone for their encouragement and support," Wilson said. "It has been an honor and privilege serving as your Sheriff and I humbly ask for your continued support and vote in this year's general election on November 4".
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All sorts of crazy details and gameplay features of Lady Croft's next adventure, Rise of the Tomb Raider, have been revealed.
Liam Neeson may act like a total badass when he's in movies like 'Taken', but he's not above poking a little fun at his new tough guy persona. The actor appeared in a new Super Bowl commercial for Clash of Clans and delivered a monologue that sounds as if it were taken (no pun intended) from one of his shoot-em-up action movies.
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If you go back to 1984, Nike (NKE) was trading as low as $0.41 per share. It was NKE's association with Michael Jordan that propelled NKE into becoming a household name. NKE today trades for $73.64 a gain of 17,860% over the past 26 years. Anderson Silva is the Michael Jordan of MMA! MusclePharm is quickly becoming a household name in MMA circles. I doubt MSLP will ever become as big as NKE, but I certainly believe MSLP has astronomical upside potential at its current price of $0.75!
MSLP is going up from here.
You shall see soon enough. Your basing your information on 3 months ago and yet they still shipped out over 1.6 million product. You dont do that without cash.. They obviously have cash now!!
I just like to see that real investors don't lose all their money on a company like this. The facts are that they have no operating cash per the SEC.
Time will tell for both us now won't it smart guy. FYI do you not have a life, I see you been posting here all day LOL..
Ok does anyone really see senior citizens giving up their premixed Ensure for a product that is marketed with the name Recon?
Doubt it. Hopes and dreams. Hopes and dreams. Thats all this company is.
Try 3.4 Billion for ensure last year idiot.
Hopes and dreams my friend. hopes and dreams. Beside that market is only a couple million for a product like recon.
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Baked Beet Juliennes
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Peel the raw beets, slice and then cut in long strips about 1/4 inch thick.
Arrange compactly in greased casserole.
Add remaining ingredients; cover and bake at 350F for about 40 to 45 minutes.
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pima that was excellent, i love a good pim once in a while
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My c section was bumped up due to lots of contractions and generally feeling like I'm falling apart. I'm scheduled for Friday at noon....less than 48 hours until I get to meet my boys!
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Wishing you a happy and healthy delivery. You have to let us know what you named your little guys! (when you feel up to it )
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Yay!!!!! Excited to see the cuties :))))
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Congrats and good luck!!! We are actually going to my BFF's on Saterday to celebrate her twin boys second birthday. She has an older daughter 20 months older than her twins too.
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Congrats! So many July '11 LO's becoming big brothers and sisters this month!
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Congrats to you too! I saw your pics in the April group but my phone wouldn't let me comment. Your new daughter is just beautiful and I love how sweet your July LO was with him!
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Congrats on the twin boys!! I do hate to hear you've been that uncomfortable with contractions and such though. I am 28.5 weeks along carrying twin boys as well. We hope to carry till 38 weeks, but know that would be the best case scenario. I will be curious to hear how your 20 mo does when the boys come home. It's so hard to imagine our daughter's reaction as she really doesn't understand new babies are even coming. Best and healthy delivery to you!
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How exciting!! Congratulations!!! Have a wonderful c-section! Mine was pretty easy when I had dd, she was frank breech. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers! Hope you post pics :D
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Congrats in advance! Good luck with the c/s! I'm so excited to see pictures of the handsome little boys!
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Good luck!! Be sure to post pics of those little cuties!!!
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This is the cover illustration for the February edition of RISS - a Norwegian student magazine publishing short stories, poems and the like.
The theme was 'Limitations'. Feel free to add your own interpretation from this image with the theme in mind!