I live in the country. For the majority of my life, the nearest gym was 20 minutes away. . .depending on who was driving. About 5 years ago, a gym opened up near me. I didn't hear about it til about 2 years ago when I was advised to contact them for a job, which... Continue Reading →
What Functional Fitness Means to Me: Background
When I first became an EMT, I fell into the trap that so many in emergency response fall into: I thought that the work alone would be enough exercise. After all, in a 12 hour shift, we move thousands of pounds of human weight. We carry that weight up and down stairs; that's cardio, right? ... Continue Reading →
Three Reasons You Shouldn’t Think “New Year, New Me”
In my opinion, this is the Most Wonderful Time of the Year for several reason; however, the week after Christmas is not so wonderful. Everyone goes from thinking about others to nit-picking about what is wrong with their life. (I am not so naive to think everyone enjoys Christmas and the weeks leading up to... Continue Reading →
Free from Falls
Winter is upon us. From an EMT point of view, this is the time of year that we get called out the most for falls, with or without injury! Severity of injury from falls can range from a scraped knee or sore wrist to a broken hip or brain injury. How can you keep from... Continue Reading →
#Confidence
New Program for You!!!! We've all had those days when our Confidence level takes a hit. That day may have been caused by having to go clothing shopping. Even if you don't go up in size, the clothes may not feel or look just quite right. You may have no energy; you're not sleeping well... Continue Reading →
Compliment Sandwich
When I first started playing volleyball, 15 years ago, it was 6th grade. The coach and older players informed me that after every play - good or bad - we had to meet in the middle of our court and do some cheer or tell each other good job or high five. I hated it.... Continue Reading →