Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Tighten your bottom in less than 2 minutes per day
Wouldn't it be great to tighten your bottom in less than 2 minutes a day. Well you can. You can even do this while brushing your teeth in the morning. Your stance will be one hand on the counter for balance and the other hand brushing your teeth. Your feet are hip distance apart and toes are facing forward. You are going to get into an extremely modified squat position. Your backside is back and your knees are over your ankles. Keep your ribcage elevated.Do not bend the knees a lot. I am talking about extremely modified. You are going to raise your body up and down very slightly. The emphasis is in the heals of your feet. You will now be working your hamstring muscles and your backside. The movement is a maximum of 1 inch. I am going to place a segment on you tube of this so you will have a visual. Look up isobreathing-tighten your bottom in less than 2 minutes a day. Don't forget to breathe but dont choke if you are brushing your teeth.
Monday, April 28, 2008
It has been awhile
Like everyone else it has been awhile since I entered anything. Working 2 jobs takes it toll. I am back and hope to post as least once a week.
The weather is getting warmer and this is the time of year for gardening and wanting to be outside. In Mays newsletter I talk about a hand full of stretches for gardeners. (so dont forget to sign up for the free newsletter)
Try and get some walking in this month. If you dont already have a pedometer I suggest getting one. They are inexpensive and come in real handy to see how much movement you are really getting in. The next blog will be about your 10,000 steps and how to achieve them. For now just keep on moving.
I received an e-mail from and individual who has a walking partner and is frustrated because her partner walks too slow. I told her to do what I did. Get your walk in first and then join her and consider that your cool down. this happened to me and a very good friend. I did enjoy our walks together but I needed more. Remember as a female you have that tendency to be a care giver BUT... you come first. You have to take care of yourself first before you can take care of everyone else.
You can challenge your friend to walk faster but in this case this individual told me that she didnt want to walk faster.
As far as time goes- time is very precious to everyone. If you have only 10 minutes use those 10 minutes for your faster walk then meet up with your friend. If you dont have the time then choose 1-2 days per week for you to walk by yourself. Have come fun music to get you moving and use the other days to walk with your friend.
If you are looking to lose weight then you need to change up your walking routine to a faster pace. The other alternative is to walk fast for 30 seconds and then take Three minutes at your regular pace. Then go back to 30 seconds at the faster pace. see if you can do that through out your walk( If you just walk faster your shins will become sore) take it slowly and and soon enough your will be able to add an additional 15 seconds of faster walking every time you walk.
Over time your entire walk will be faster paced. BE CAREFUL... I always see individuals over striding which takes its toll on your lower back and knees. Start with your normal stride and as you pick up your pace your step stride should be shortened not lengthened. Your hips should be swaying side to side. Your arms should be relaxed by your sides but slightly bent at your elbows. Your body will automatically have your arms slightly swinging.
If you hold on to hand weights make sure that the weights are very light. I have seen and heard of lots of shoulder and neck problems from using heavier weights and trying to speed walk.
Well get your sneakers on and start moving if you dont already do so and if you already walk well... keep on moving.
Till next time
Ellen
The weather is getting warmer and this is the time of year for gardening and wanting to be outside. In Mays newsletter I talk about a hand full of stretches for gardeners. (so dont forget to sign up for the free newsletter)
Try and get some walking in this month. If you dont already have a pedometer I suggest getting one. They are inexpensive and come in real handy to see how much movement you are really getting in. The next blog will be about your 10,000 steps and how to achieve them. For now just keep on moving.
I received an e-mail from and individual who has a walking partner and is frustrated because her partner walks too slow. I told her to do what I did. Get your walk in first and then join her and consider that your cool down. this happened to me and a very good friend. I did enjoy our walks together but I needed more. Remember as a female you have that tendency to be a care giver BUT... you come first. You have to take care of yourself first before you can take care of everyone else.
You can challenge your friend to walk faster but in this case this individual told me that she didnt want to walk faster.
As far as time goes- time is very precious to everyone. If you have only 10 minutes use those 10 minutes for your faster walk then meet up with your friend. If you dont have the time then choose 1-2 days per week for you to walk by yourself. Have come fun music to get you moving and use the other days to walk with your friend.
If you are looking to lose weight then you need to change up your walking routine to a faster pace. The other alternative is to walk fast for 30 seconds and then take Three minutes at your regular pace. Then go back to 30 seconds at the faster pace. see if you can do that through out your walk( If you just walk faster your shins will become sore) take it slowly and and soon enough your will be able to add an additional 15 seconds of faster walking every time you walk.
Over time your entire walk will be faster paced. BE CAREFUL... I always see individuals over striding which takes its toll on your lower back and knees. Start with your normal stride and as you pick up your pace your step stride should be shortened not lengthened. Your hips should be swaying side to side. Your arms should be relaxed by your sides but slightly bent at your elbows. Your body will automatically have your arms slightly swinging.
If you hold on to hand weights make sure that the weights are very light. I have seen and heard of lots of shoulder and neck problems from using heavier weights and trying to speed walk.
Well get your sneakers on and start moving if you dont already do so and if you already walk well... keep on moving.
Till next time
Ellen
Tuesday, April 8, 2008
Helpful Hints and exercise of the day
A few simple tips:
1. think of where you want to be (realistically)
2. write it down. If it is written it sends a message to the brain that it is real
3. imagine yourself at your goal weight or size
4 write a positive statement including your goal. I look fabulous at size -
5 If you truly imagine yourself at your goal it will send a message to your brain and this is what will eventually happen
A. you will start to think - I am at my goal weight what would I eat at my goal weight. You will then start to watch what you put into your mouth and how much of it will you eat.
B. I never believed in DIET just healthier and smarter choices
C. I am at my goal weight so how much aerobic activity do I need to stay here
D. I am at my goal weight so how many times a week should I be strength training and and for how long.
E. How much water should I be drinking to stay hydrated and to keep that fuller feeling in my belly.
These are just a few of the things that I go over with my clients and this seems to help them out quite a bit.
Personally I do this every day and it does help me to maintain what I have achieved. Minus 65 pounds and keeping it off for over 25 years.
Yes at one point I had weight to lose also. Yes I set my mind to what I wanted and Yes I had my ups and downs. To this day it is still the few 2-5 pounds but I wont let it get over the 5 pounds.
I do eat lots of salads, fruit, dairy and fish. There is actually lots that you can do to eat well and stay healthy.
EXERCISE OF THE DAY:
Are you in the car often and stuck in traffic or lots of traffic lights? Well if your wheels are not turning (car in motion) place your hands on either side of the steering wheel and relax your shoulders. Sit up tall and place gentle pressure on the steering wheel. If you slightly round your upper back you will feel your front shoulders and chest muscles coming into play. Once you are able to feel that then increase your intensity by pushing harder. (REMEMBER TO BE SMART AND DO NOT DO THIS IF YOUR CAR IS IN MOTION!!!!!)
If you are not in a car take the back of a chair and place your hands on either side of the chair. Same motion- sitting tall and slightly rounding your shoulders press on either side of the chair and you will feel your front shoulders and chest muscles working.
Let me know what I can do to help you out.
Ellen
1. think of where you want to be (realistically)
2. write it down. If it is written it sends a message to the brain that it is real
3. imagine yourself at your goal weight or size
4 write a positive statement including your goal. I look fabulous at size -
5 If you truly imagine yourself at your goal it will send a message to your brain and this is what will eventually happen
A. you will start to think - I am at my goal weight what would I eat at my goal weight. You will then start to watch what you put into your mouth and how much of it will you eat.
B. I never believed in DIET just healthier and smarter choices
C. I am at my goal weight so how much aerobic activity do I need to stay here
D. I am at my goal weight so how many times a week should I be strength training and and for how long.
E. How much water should I be drinking to stay hydrated and to keep that fuller feeling in my belly.
These are just a few of the things that I go over with my clients and this seems to help them out quite a bit.
Personally I do this every day and it does help me to maintain what I have achieved. Minus 65 pounds and keeping it off for over 25 years.
Yes at one point I had weight to lose also. Yes I set my mind to what I wanted and Yes I had my ups and downs. To this day it is still the few 2-5 pounds but I wont let it get over the 5 pounds.
I do eat lots of salads, fruit, dairy and fish. There is actually lots that you can do to eat well and stay healthy.
EXERCISE OF THE DAY:
Are you in the car often and stuck in traffic or lots of traffic lights? Well if your wheels are not turning (car in motion) place your hands on either side of the steering wheel and relax your shoulders. Sit up tall and place gentle pressure on the steering wheel. If you slightly round your upper back you will feel your front shoulders and chest muscles coming into play. Once you are able to feel that then increase your intensity by pushing harder. (REMEMBER TO BE SMART AND DO NOT DO THIS IF YOUR CAR IS IN MOTION!!!!!)
If you are not in a car take the back of a chair and place your hands on either side of the chair. Same motion- sitting tall and slightly rounding your shoulders press on either side of the chair and you will feel your front shoulders and chest muscles working.
Let me know what I can do to help you out.
Ellen
Monday, April 7, 2008
I DID IT- CHECK IT OUT!!!!!
I was able to get my camera to work and get all the hookups working. I was able do place 2 clips onto youtube under isobreathing-abdominals and isobreathing-snippets.
Check them out and let me know your thoughts.
I did ask for suggestions on various muscle groups that you would like to see worked without having to go to the gym.
looking forward to hearing from you.
Ellen
Check them out and let me know your thoughts.
I did ask for suggestions on various muscle groups that you would like to see worked without having to go to the gym.
looking forward to hearing from you.
Ellen
Sunday, April 6, 2008
on and on
I did get the new connections for the camera and my computer. The one end did fit my camera and I was so excited. I tried to fit it to my computer and it did not fit. Talk about frustration.
I went back to circut city to return the camera because nothing was fitting. I told the same girl how frustrated I was because I was first able to read all the directions in the booklet and understand them. (remember I stated before that my son would read the instructions and then teach me how do use varied items) Well I did it on my own and was very proud of myself.
BUT... I did return the camera and went home feeling frustrated. Later that evening my husband spoke to my son and found out that somewhere in his room he had a connection that would fit into my computer and this connection had a plug that would fit into the camera. I went and tried the computer first and the plug did fit.
I took it with me back to circuit city and of course through all of this the same girl was behind the counter. I tried to go different times so I would not run into the same individuals. She smiled and laughed and said your back.
I had the new plug with me and said that I needed to try the camera one more time because my son said that this connection would fit. OH MY GOSH it did fit the camera. The expression on both of our faces was pure joy.
I did repurchase the camera and I am a happy camper. Now all I need to do is figure out how to put what I filmed onto the computer. As soon as I do I will let you know.
Ellen
I went back to circut city to return the camera because nothing was fitting. I told the same girl how frustrated I was because I was first able to read all the directions in the booklet and understand them. (remember I stated before that my son would read the instructions and then teach me how do use varied items) Well I did it on my own and was very proud of myself.
BUT... I did return the camera and went home feeling frustrated. Later that evening my husband spoke to my son and found out that somewhere in his room he had a connection that would fit into my computer and this connection had a plug that would fit into the camera. I went and tried the computer first and the plug did fit.
I took it with me back to circuit city and of course through all of this the same girl was behind the counter. I tried to go different times so I would not run into the same individuals. She smiled and laughed and said your back.
I had the new plug with me and said that I needed to try the camera one more time because my son said that this connection would fit. OH MY GOSH it did fit the camera. The expression on both of our faces was pure joy.
I did repurchase the camera and I am a happy camper. Now all I need to do is figure out how to put what I filmed onto the computer. As soon as I do I will let you know.
Ellen
Thursday, April 3, 2008
Another Exciting Day- and -Stretch of the day
I wanted to let you know that I went back to Circuit City and returned the connector that did not fit my computer. I went prepared with my computer and the new camera. I get to the counter and the same girl was there from last night. luckily next to her one of the managers. I returned the connector and he chimed in and stated that I had to go through the company to get the proper connections. I did thank him and went home to order the proper connector. Now if they told me this from the beginning my life would have been so much easier.
Last night I spoke to my daughter who has been involved on myspace for a few years now helped me to revise my pages. Wow what a difference. I am glad that she knows what she is doing. Thanks Rebecca.
I decided that I needed to write a few articles so I am getting to work on that. There are a few magazines that I have contacted and they said yes so all I need to do now is put the pen to work. I will let you know what magazines will publish what articles and post them here.
I have been on the computer for quite a while each day now and can truly understand those that are behind a desk all day. FOR TODAY I am going to post the STRETCH of the day:
This is for those behind a computer or desk for hours on end. Sit comfortably in your chair. Your legs are uncrossed. allow your lower back to sink into your chair or another words perform a pelvic tilt. Reach your arms out front and round your upper back. Relax your chin to your chest and try to reach your fingers across the room. You will feel a stretching in your upper back, lower back, and neck. this should all be very comfortable. Hold this position for a few slow deep breaths and you will find your tight muscles relaxing.
This stretch can be performed a number of times during the day.
Have an IsoBreathing Day.
Ellen
Last night I spoke to my daughter who has been involved on myspace for a few years now helped me to revise my pages. Wow what a difference. I am glad that she knows what she is doing. Thanks Rebecca.
I decided that I needed to write a few articles so I am getting to work on that. There are a few magazines that I have contacted and they said yes so all I need to do now is put the pen to work. I will let you know what magazines will publish what articles and post them here.
I have been on the computer for quite a while each day now and can truly understand those that are behind a desk all day. FOR TODAY I am going to post the STRETCH of the day:
This is for those behind a computer or desk for hours on end. Sit comfortably in your chair. Your legs are uncrossed. allow your lower back to sink into your chair or another words perform a pelvic tilt. Reach your arms out front and round your upper back. Relax your chin to your chest and try to reach your fingers across the room. You will feel a stretching in your upper back, lower back, and neck. this should all be very comfortable. Hold this position for a few slow deep breaths and you will find your tight muscles relaxing.
This stretch can be performed a number of times during the day.
Have an IsoBreathing Day.
Ellen
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Read Carefully- just another frustration from another company
| As a business person I do check out the search engines often. I found this written on The Diet List and it is also on We Know Diets. I wonder if it is the same company because they are both pushing the Herbal Supplements which is what I do not believe in. I have tried a few times to contact them and there is no contact information with either of these sites. Gee how stupid am I to get frustrated at what they write. Well I figure if I write out what is frustrating me then it makes this real and then I can let it go. This is what was written in their diet and lifestyle section. | Diet Lifestyle |
| IsoBreathing® only requires 10 minutes out of a person’s day to perform, and since it is available on CD and DVD, people may perform the workouts in the comfort of their own homes. Though, again, we are not confident that a simple 10-minute breathing exercise performed daily may lead to weight loss. Those who are serious about weight loss may prefer to look into a program that focuses on both dieting and exercise. There are also herbal supplements available on the market that may support an effective diet plan by increasing fat burning and suppressing the appetite. I love the way that they do their assessments of varied programs. The program is not just a 10 minute breathing exercise. There are actually strength training exercises that you do need to do. If they really did look at the site they would find the real answer. In the second paragraph they mention herbal supplements. For the past 28 years I have had individuals try to get me to sell supplements. I refuse.For the past 28 years I have had individuals try to get me to sell supplements. I refuse. All they try and do is sell supplements on these sites and belittle any company that wont sell their products. Please do not take this the wrong way if you sell supplements. I personally do not want to sell them but I always wish you the best of luck. It is just not my thing. For those of you that have been doing the isobreathing program know differently. I guess I get frustrated because individuals do read this garbage and believe it. If the program didnt work why would I waste my time trying to promote it. It is my reputation on the line and I will defend it. The testimonials that you do read on my site are from my clients. Some locally and others from across the states and some from other parts of the world. The biggest irritating thing they write about is how can you possible get results in one week. The simple answer to that is changing your eating habits. In volume 1 the pull out nutrition chart is included. If you cut back on your portion sizing and eat healthier, and start performing some exercise you will lose weight. Proper body positioning will also help you obtain results quicker. You are isolating specific muscle groups and working them. You are not pulling in lower back when all your energy should be in your bicep muscle. The whole reasoning behind the slow deep breathing is to get individuals to breathe when exercising. Most hold their breath which is not healthy. So I included the slow deep breathing with an abdominal contraction at the end of the move to work abdominals and to complete a full exhalation so that the body is ready for the next inhalation. This breathing is not meant to be aerobic. It isnt stated anywhere on my website that the breathing is aerobic. I mention that you need to perform aerobic activity on your own. I encourage IsoBreathing volume 1 first to learn the program and proper body positioning and then volume 2 takes the advanced version and combines the exercises for a full body 10 minute workout. If any of you out there have done this you will know that by the time your 10 minutes are up you have worked the body. The aerobic portion is on your time. It is not included in the program Ok now that I just took a slow deep breath I now feel better. When items are written it makes them real and now I will let go of this frustration. | |
and continues
Well the rain slowed down and I ventured to Circuit City. This time I took my computer and rewrapped new camera. When got to the counter I did get my refund for the incorrect cable. I asked about one that would fit my computer and camera and the gentleman behind the desk said oh you have to order it directly from the company. I took my camera and computer (with a smile on my face) said sorry this was not told to me last night. I ordered my part and I hope that it will come in two days. In the meantime will continue to film and hopefully get this online before the end of this week. We shall see.
Ellen
Ellen
The saga continues
Well I was able to sit down and read through the instructional booklet. I actually did understand most of it. Of course there are a few complications. First - it took me more than 5 minutes to figure out where the button for the mini dv to be placed into the camera went. I was then able to film and it really was fun. Then came the time to place the info from the mini dv onto my computer. I followed the directions and found that I did not have the correct cable. I went with my husband to radio shack last night and they did not have the correct connector. I went back to circuit city where I purchased the camera. The first plug that they gave me - well I was told that I had to purchase it before I could open the package to see if it would fit. I purchased the plug and it did not fit so the girl had to do a refund. Then they found another plug thing and said that they knew that this one would fit both the camera and my computer. I went home and - oh- guess what- my computer did not have that type plug. So here I am today with it pouring outside and I can not download what I want to. When the rain picks up I will go back to circuit city with camera and this time computer in hand and I will make sure that the plugs do fit or I will have to return the camera and purchase another one.
On the bright side I did get my morning work out in. I didnt let this get to me. This was not something to become stressed about. Frustrated yes but this will not make my day a bad one. It is just another little hick up in the day.
To be continued after the rain stops.
Ellen
On the bright side I did get my morning work out in. I didnt let this get to me. This was not something to become stressed about. Frustrated yes but this will not make my day a bad one. It is just another little hick up in the day.
To be continued after the rain stops.
Ellen
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
new video camera
Ok I am now really psyched. I went out and purchased a video camera ( my sons request) to start placing little blurbs on youtube and have it available on my-space. As soon as I read the directions on how to turn it on I will start. So far I was able to charge the battery.
With my son away at school I now have to be the one to figure things out. Isnt it always easier to have some one else read the directions and you just do what they tell you. I guess I have always made excuses as to why I could not perform some task. Well now is the real test. Can I follow directions.
If you ask my husband which I have tried to help on many occasions he would say no. One time I tried to help him out in putting up a fan. Well I started without him with good intentions and put all the blades on the fan. when he walked into the room he just laughed. He told me that he had to place the fan up in the ceiling before we added on the blades. Well I tried to help and to this day he still wont let me live it down.
Maybe that is why I use the excuse I dont know how to. Well I am going to read the directions today and then ---hand it off to my daughter to place it on youtube. Ok well I am getting better one step at a time. Eventually I will learn to place the clips on youtube myself. I guess all this comuter stuff scares me. I was going to say that maybe I am too old but no I am still young at heart.
I am looking forward to adding something on a regular basis so each of you can pick up something different. Something that you never thought of doing. I have a great imagination and it will come out with each of the clips that I will be placing on youtube. See I stated that I will be placing the clips on youtube. I am just psyching myself up to do it myself.
Till then.
Ellen
With my son away at school I now have to be the one to figure things out. Isnt it always easier to have some one else read the directions and you just do what they tell you. I guess I have always made excuses as to why I could not perform some task. Well now is the real test. Can I follow directions.
If you ask my husband which I have tried to help on many occasions he would say no. One time I tried to help him out in putting up a fan. Well I started without him with good intentions and put all the blades on the fan. when he walked into the room he just laughed. He told me that he had to place the fan up in the ceiling before we added on the blades. Well I tried to help and to this day he still wont let me live it down.
Maybe that is why I use the excuse I dont know how to. Well I am going to read the directions today and then ---hand it off to my daughter to place it on youtube. Ok well I am getting better one step at a time. Eventually I will learn to place the clips on youtube myself. I guess all this comuter stuff scares me. I was going to say that maybe I am too old but no I am still young at heart.
I am looking forward to adding something on a regular basis so each of you can pick up something different. Something that you never thought of doing. I have a great imagination and it will come out with each of the clips that I will be placing on youtube. See I stated that I will be placing the clips on youtube. I am just psyching myself up to do it myself.
Till then.
Ellen
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