by Dan | Apr 19, 2015 | Etc.
We all have our degree of stress in our lives, and there are multiple ways of dealing with it. As long as we truly find a way to deal with it! It is easy to let things in life take over, with multiple things that have to get done, both for work, and at home. It don’t effectively figure out how to manage it effectively, it can have major ramifications to our overall health. The whole point of STRIVE to help maintain our health, so figuring out how to effectively deal with stress is a major factor. For me, exercise has been the most effective way of dealing with all of the pressures of everyday life. It is my time for me, to relax, sweat a little, and work out my frustrations from the day or week while I am out either running, biking, or walking. Which type of exercise it is really does not make much difference. My favorite is still running. My solitude…my time to reflect…my time to take in my own piece of the world, and figure out how I am going to deal with it. Running along the trails, and along Lake Kampeska can be some of the most relaxing time to think. Unfortunately, we have our fair share of wind here to contend with, but on those days when the wind is calm, the temperatures are in the 50-60’s, it is as close to perfection as I can get. Just take in all of the surroundings, enjoy what I am seeing, and let my mind go…as well as my legs! There was a day about 2 weeks ago that was as close to perfection as I have had in a while. The water at the lake was so calm it looked like glass. These are some images of the lake along the new boardwalk at City Park. Serene! This is truly why I run! Pictures really can say a 1000 words! Here were some of those images I got to take in on that run…Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2760
by Dan | Apr 12, 2015 | Etc.
Over the years, I have had numerous training partners. All of them have been a vital factor in staying motivated to exercise. But more important, all of them have been great friends that I have had life lasting relationships with. They all have been great, and someone that I could depend on, not only as a training partner, but as a friend. Each training partner brings with them their own unique qualities, and their own unique insight, not only with exercise, but with life. Just to name a few: Tom, Steve, Sarah, and Buddy, who is now gone, and is being substituted now for Zeus. My tried and true training partner has always been Sarah…through thick and thin, good times and bad times (and I thought this only qualified for marriage!) We have all been through lots of weather, obstacles, and tribulations, but we have remained forever bonded, with life long memories created. If you do not have a training partner, get somebody! Someone who can help motivate you, keep that drive in you going, who will always be there for you. Then, you just need to return the favor for them. We can all work together. Training partners can help you keep moving and staying healthy. After all is said and done, they become much more than training partners…they become lifelong friends! Keep moving everybody! Below are some pictures of my current training partners: Sarah and Zeus!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2753
by Dan | Mar 16, 2015 | Etc.
Sarah will turn 50 tomorrow! Another St Patrick’s birthday…another reason why she is special. I surprised her today with an early birthday party celebration at clinic…food, cake by my nurse, and decorations for the event.
I think she was surprised. My nurse Chris did a great job on the cake!
On special occasions like this, it is OK to splurge a little. After all, birthdays only happen once a year, and then when it is number 50, you have to celebrate more. When it is St Patrick’s day tomorrow, you have to have the place with even more decorations. Here are some of the ones we had out so far.
I think she enjoyed it! On my last post I talked about taking time to reflect back on what is important, and not to sweat the small stuff. You take life as it comes, and you celebrate those important days when they come, and with the people who are important to you. Sarah and I will be married 25 years come October, and things only get better. She is my wife, my partner, the mother of my kids, my training partner…my everything! I am going to enjoy her as long as I can.
Remember your friends along the way, the people who have helped make a difference in your life. Setbacks can occur at times, and we have to remember how health is fragile, and to keep working on things as best we can. Sometimes life throws us a curve ball, and you have to bounce right back to face it head on, and not dwell on those things we can’t change. Just keep going forward. Right Tom?????
Just remember…we need to work harder on those things that we can change! Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2726
by Dan | Mar 8, 2015 | Exercise, Family, Goals, Motivation, Wellness/Health
We all have those days when life just seems hectic, and we have no idea how we are going to get everything done. Take a step back, take a deep breath, and remember what is truly important. My recent vacation in Mexico was a perfect time for “reflection”, and relaxation. What is important to me? Here is number one!
I have said many times in public, and on this blog, my main reason for the consecutive exercise streak is to try and help me stay healthy, and be around longer for my family. Here is the love of my life. Words can’t express what Sarah means to me. I am going to enjoy having her as long as I can.
There was time there for relaxing, and just listening to the ocean, where I got to just sit back and realize what I truly have, and to appreciate it all even more. Forget about the little stuff, because in reality, it truly is “little”, and won’t mean anything in the long term. Here are some views I got to witness, and was able to sit back and really have some quiet time to be able to truly appreciate what I have in my life.
It was easy to watch all of this and just forget about all of those other little, trivial things in life. Don’t take the days we have for granted. We don’t know what the future is going to bring. Enjoy life to the fullest! Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2718
by Dan | Feb 19, 2015 | Etc.
I always knew strength training was important to my exercise plans, but I did not realize just how much. I had always tried to do days where I would incorporate lifting weights, thinking I was doing it right. Boy, have I been wrong. I joined a new program at Anytime Fitness, titled Fundamentally Fit. It is a program that incorporates body weight exercise, mobility, proper lifting technique for squats, both back and front, dead lifts, and over head presses, just to name a few. I have been doing this now for 6 weeks, and can really tell how much stronger I am, not only for routine daily things, but for my running. I wanted to improve my running, which was the main reason I started. I was incredibly sore the first week, thinking what I had previously been doing was helping, when actually I was not even close. This class has been immensely helpful, and I am reaping the benefits of it now.
I had read an article put out by Runner’s World that listed 5 exercises that all runners should, but never do. They include deadlift, squats, lunges, planks, and push ups. We are incorporating all of these beginning the first week in this class. Here are some shots of me doing some of these:
Jake Tesch, Physical Therapist for 4 Life Therapy, created the course, and is one of 3 instructors for it. I have learned a ton! More importantly, I am learning how to do it the right way so as to not get hurt. I was sore following these new exercises, but not hurt, and there is a difference. I am gaining strength and flexibility, and feel very good about myself. There is no way I would have even attempted to do some of the exercises we have been doing in this class on my own. I was afraid to get hurt. I won’t say I am not hesitant yet, but I am doing it, and learning, and gaining the rewards. If interested, contact them at Anytime Fitness. Maybe I will see you in the class. See what it is all about. Keep moving everybody!
Dr. Dan
Consecutive Exercise Day #: 2701
