Join me and the other Dynabods for a FREE Virtual workout
This Tuesday May3rd 6:30pm (Central Time Cda/USA)
Yes FREE! The class is through Skype and you can simply join as a guest.
The link to join the Dynabody Fitness Class is;
Saturday, April 30, 2022
Thursday, April 21, 2022
Get Ready Dynabods - coming May 9th, 2022
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!
Thursday, April 14, 2022
Physiological Sigh
Last month I discussed taking a Mental Vacation to help you relax and de-stress. Have you hear of the Physiological
Sigh? This is a breathing method that helps bring your autonomic nervous system (ANS) down and into balance,
calming your mind and relieving stress and anxiety.
Introduced by Standford researchers Mark Krasnow and Dr. Andrew Hubberman, this physiological breathing
technique is super simple in helping to downregulate your emotional state:
Two inhales through the nose, followed by an extended exhale through the mouth
Your first breath dilates the lung sacks, the second inhale inflates the lungs a bit more allowing more carbon dioxide out of the bloodstream so that when you exhale you release the most possible amount of CO2 out of the body. This perfectly balances the amount of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood and lungs.
Breathing is important for calming the body and YOU can control your neurons - the amount of oxygen and carbon dioxide in your body. As Dr. Hubberman explains The diaphragm is the one organ that can be controlled by breathing and is the path of the mind to the body and it has real-time control over the brain state. For example, when you breathe quickly you increase adrenaline in your body, when you breathe slowly your brain secretes less.
In summary, this physiological sigh can be done anytime. Releasing the carbon dioxide helps to;
• Calms the mind
• Oxygenates the body
• Brings your nervous system into balance
• Creates equilibrium between alertness and relaxation
Want to learn more? Listen to this podcast;Change Your Brain: Neuroscientist Dr. Andrew Huberman | Rich Roll Podcast https://youtu.be/SwQhKFMxmDY
Sunday, April 10, 2022
Easter Bunny Special - with Dynabody Fitness
Easter Bunny Special!
6 week Dynabody Functional Fitness Program just $50.
Includes 12 Live Virtual Classes and the Trainerize Mobile app.
Access to the Trainerize App to which allows for planned workouts, exercises and coaching directly on your smartphone or tablet anytime, anywhere.
Check it out here:
* Next session starts May 9th to June 19th, 2021
Thursday, March 3, 2022
Take a Mental Vacation
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!
Wednesday, February 16, 2022
10 week Dynabody Full Muscle Activation Fitness Program
Join the 10 week Dynabody Full Muscle Activation Fitness Program! This is a moderate weight, high fatigue method that builds muscle fast and burns fat as it strengthens your joints.
The focus is on Dynamic POF’s - POSITIONS OF FLEXION for optimal muscle stimulation.
There are three stages;
1) POF Multi-joint Midrange stimulus focusing on Mechanical Tension.
2) POF Continuous Dynamic Tension focusing on time under tension, with no lockout for Metabolic Stress and
3) POF Stretch -creating muscle microtears for growth.
The program includes; 20 Live Virtual Classes and access to the Trainerize App which allows for planned workouts, exercises and coaching directly on your smartphone or tablet anytime, anywhere.
If you prefer just to show up for the Tuesday and Thursday evening Group Sessions, (without the Trainerize App) I have that available at a reduced rate.
Muscle growth is important for movement and longevity. And, muscle size is not about the heaviest weights you can lift, it's about maximizing TOTAL fiber expansion and muscle Quality. Growth requires muscle recovery not excess training which is the basis for this program.
Thursday, February 10, 2022
Valentines Day Special!
Be a special Valentine to your sweetheart. Or Treat Yourself, to Dynabody’s Valentine’s Day special!
This includes 8 Live Virtual Classes and access to the Trainerize App that has planned workouts, exercises and coaching directly on your smartphone or tablet anytime, anywhere.
Valentine’s Day special 4 weeks for $25! (Regular $40)
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