Gettin' Fit & Healthy with Rickie

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...

Boardwalk Workout      Those who know me well know I love the beach and here on the east coast we love our boardwalks. Boardwalks feature food, games, rides, stores, all kinds of fun stuff and of course the opportunity to just have a seat on a bench and enjoy the view of the ocean, sunrise or sunset or just people watch.  Boardwalks are also great for getting in your outdoor exercise with an amazing view. You can go with your traditional run, walk or bike but it also provides the chance for some creativity.      The workout below was my 'boardwalk workout' during a recent beach trip but it can of course be done anywhere.  Replace the benches with picnic tables, railings, fence boards, etc. Now lace up your shoes, dress comfortably and get ready to sweat.     Begin with 3-5 minutes of easy walk or jog to warm up than pick up the pace for 5-7 minutes or pick a spot to which you would like to do you first round of exercises.   💦...

Let's Just Be...      W e are all feeling the gradual return to normal, which also leads to adding more to our schedules, children's activities, returning to the work place or just outings with friends or family.  Frankly we are trying to make up for lost time.  You may be one of the lucky individuals who has discovered you were enjoying that free time and have decided to make a conscious effort to leave time in your schedule, unscheduled.  For that I say good for you, I do feel one of the good things to come out of this pandemic is we all learned our daily schedules, including our children's, were packed leaving us very little time to "just be" with family, friends or even yourself.      I would like to task you with trying to hold on to some of that time we gained over the past year, hold on to some of the new habits or connections that bring you joy or some stability in your lives.  As we return to our regular or new normal schedules ...