Check My Heart Beat
I am more than excited. I finally purchased my first Polar HRM to monitor my heart rate while working out. YIPPEE for me! This may not seem like such a big deal but it IS because I have had trouble in the past finding a dependable yet simple HRM to use during my workouts. Quite honestly - the only time I used it was when I was running...
Drinking Calories
I know many of us are challenged to cut calories in order to create a deficit if we are trying to lose weight. One of the hidden "treasures" of calories has to do with what you drink! I know who knew? I am down to 133 lbs from 137 lbs and I did a simple thing - cut out all flavored beverages and just stuck to drinking water day in and day ...
FFFC Challenge #12: Perform Jumping Jacks Daily
Sets of Jumping Jacks Daily
Jumping jacks is one of the tried and true calisthenic exercises that we ALL know how to perform since our gym days in high school. They are excellent for heart conditioning, shoulders, back, arms, thighs and calves. Also, they can be done ANYWHERE. We are going with the basic jumping jack for this challenge but ...
FFF Challenge #9: Perform Push Ups Daily
We are now beginning with challenge #9. We are transitioning into the more physical challenges so buckle your seat belts - this is about to become a bumpy ride. :-)
Drum roll please..............this week's challenge is:
Perform Push Ups Daily M-F
People tend to mixed emotions about push ups. Either they love them or they hate them but ...
FFF Challenge #8: No Alcohol Of Any Kind
We are now beginning with challenge #8. I told you this will start to get more challenging so hold on to your barbells!
Drum roll please..............this week's challenge is:
No alcoholic beverage of any kind Monday - Friday
Anyone who knows me knows I enjoy a tasty bottle of dry white wine Chardonnay is my wine of preference and I enjoy ...