Gettin' Fit & Healthy with Rickie

    Bitecise core workout...      Excited to bring you a new 'bitecise' workout. This workout includes core strengthening. Only equipment needed is dumbbells but everything can be done without weights. I have included the outline of exercises below, in addition to the video, and link to my Youtube channel.  Enjoy and if you have more time repeat each exercise 2 or 3 times or toss in some cardio work. Exercises   #1 Moving Warrior 3 - hinge forward at the hips,  keep abdominals strong and root down through the standing leg, firming the thighs.          Increase the challenge...do all reps on one side.                                                                                ...

  Bitecise workout                      Do you hear everyone at the gym or your friends brag about their hour(s) long workout? You think to yourself  'I don't have that kind of time with work and kids, etc.'  You can do quick 10 minute workouts that can be very beneficial to your physical and mental health.  It also gives you the opportunity when you have more free time to squeeze another 10 minute session or more.       The link below is a short 12 minute video with a brief warm up and stretch and about 10 minutes of strength exercises.  The only equipment needed is a set of dumbbells but you can use just your body weight.  If you have more time you can repeat the exercises, combine with your existing routine or more videos on my Youtube channel.     Enjoy whether you are new to exercise or experienced, considered another tool in your toolbox.  Sincerely, Ricarda...

Finding balance...          It has been a hot minute since I have posted anything new but one morning I was working on my message for that day's yoga class and I read a short paragraph about love life balance.  I found it inspiring and thought provoking and needed to make that my message for that days practice.  It is a very short read and you may want to read it a second time a little slower and really absorb the message.          We are often being told to find work life balance and many companies are trying to focus on helping their team members find that balance. Here is another question, have you ever considered your love life balance?  Love life balance is not just about our romantic relationships; it's prioritizing the love for ourselves, our friends and those around us.  You always need to respect your own boundaries and needs. When we nurture ourselves we are better partners, friends, family members and co-w...