What do you think Pink?
The 6 week Dynabody Functional Fitness Program starts May 9, 2022
Includes 12 Live Virtual Classes and the Trainerize Mobile app. Access to planned workouts, exercises and coaching directly on your smartphone or tablet anytime, anywhere.
Great for anyone!
$55 for the full program.
$35 for the virtual Tuesday/Thursday workouts.
Email: dynabody@gmail.com & reference "Pink" and you get $5 off!
With all the craziness that is going on around us it’s no wonder that people are more anxious, overwhelmed and stressed. For some of us, escaping to a tropical paradise is just not possible. However, taking a vacation doesn’t have to cost you a thing - a Mental Vacation that is. A Mental Vacation gives you a chance to relax and rejuvenate. That means taking a break from everyday life, unplugging from your devices, ignoring the news and social media. The goal is to place your mind in a relaxed state of harmony and calmness.
Here are some ways to take a mental vacation;
Read a Book
Getting lost in a good book is a perfect way to escape what’s going on around you and help you feel relaxed and refreshed.
Visualize
Think of a pleasant moment - either a past memory or a fantasy. Dream of something that makes you happy. Close your eyes and imagine yourself in a relaxing place. This place is where you feel completely safe because stress and worries hold no power over you. Feel the tension leave the body.
Anxiety Canada offers a walkthrough of a mental vacation for free on their site.
Check it out here: https://www.anxietycanada.com/articles/mental-vacations/
Take a Nap
Lock yourself in your bedroom and take a short nap. A short period of sleep helps to rejuvenate the brain and reduce stress in the body.
Meditate
Meditation, even for as little as 12 minutes each day, has been shown to lower cortisol, reduce inflammation, balance the immune system, and even improve empathy and compassion.
Connecting with yourself is a great form of relaxation which helps to calm down your nervous system.
Go for a Walk
Taking a stroll through nature – the woods, along the river or waterfront, etc. helps to get you moving. Exposure to nature has similar effects. Adding the sun into the picture is an added bonus.
Listen to Music
Put the headphones on, close your eyes and turn on some music that will relax you.
Something as simple as birds chirping, crashing waves or meditation music is helpful.
Play Your Favorite Musical Instrument
Music can influence your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. Disconnect from the work and play the guitar, piano, violin, etc. I bring out the harmonica. I’m not very good at it but it helps relax the mind and body.
Get in the habit of treating yourself to a Mental Vacation. If you can, do it daily, otherwise plan some time in advance to have some “time-off”. You will be amazed at how much better you feel!
Join the 2 Week 5 Minute per Day Fitness Challenge!
Each day you will have two exercises to do for a two week period.
First, try and complete the number of reps listed for the bodyweight exercise listed, or do what you can in 4 minutes. Then complete the 1 minute finisher.
The exercises get tougher each day. And as an added bonus, I’ve included an extra day!
That's 15 weeks with 30 different bodyweight exercises.
Mark down the number of reps done on the Fitness Challenge worksheet
EMAIL: Dynabody@gmail.com FOR A FREE COPY OF THE 2 WEEK 5 MINUTER PER DAY FITNESS CHALLENGE!
Win prizes!
Start anytime in December or January!
Check out the video here on Youtube: https://youtu.be/7DClVlKvnnw
So, I, along with my better half, decided to go with no TV for the month of September.
I liked to watch the morning news while getting ready for work. And we both spent many an evening watching our favorite show or a movie on Netflix or Prime. Yes it is ok if you do it occasionally - But, when you’re physically and mentally exhausted, it's not the best way to spend your time.
The fact is, plopping down in front of your TV or Computer stops you from what your body was meant to do – MOVE.
What did I do to offset the TV watching?
What I didn’t do was spend more time on my computer or smartphone. I relaxed more, and after a while didn’t miss it. Looking after yourself should be a priority, and relaxing is a must. Try a bath, practice meditation, or even try journalizing. (I hopped into our hot tub).
I also saved some cash. Although we didn’t cancel Netflix during our challenge (the kids didn’t join in) I did get rid of cable and hooked up a TV antenna to get my news – I can now watch now that the challenge was over….
The biggest benefit I found was More Restful Sleep. Mindlessly channel surfing before bed is counterproductive. Spending the night looking at a blue-light screen is bad for your body – it increases your risk for cardiovascular disease, loses muscle mass, retains fat, and reduces your critical cancer fighting cells!
So give the No Television Challenge a try. It can be a bit of an eye-opener, as it can help you realize how you spend your time and fill your days. You really can’t feel productive, empowered, or refreshed sitting in front of the television.
