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Favorite Workout: "For me, it's
important to change up the routines. So
I like to do circuit raining - moving
quickly through a wide variety of
exercises. It makes the time go by
quickly. My other favorite workout is
any workout that does not involve a jump
rope!"
Shannon, mom of 2
Plano, TX
Biggest Challenge: "My
biggest fitness challenge, is to keep it
about me and what I want. I have always
internalized all the messages from
people, the media, entertainment. We all
know that a lot of those messages are
flawed thinking and even unattainable. I
have to constantly work on keeping those
messages out of my psyche."
Melissa, mom of 1
Frisco, TX
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What
are all the simple, small things that
you can do to improve your performance
and feel outstanding? What we’re
searching for are little boosts that
will help you get to the next level.
Maybe reading an article on new
preventative health tips for women,
learning how to calculate your target
heart range, treating yourself to cute,
new fitness clothes that will make you
excited about your next workout, or
adding a new product to your grocery
list. It goes on and on.
On
an independent basis, it might not seem
like a major difference maker. But as
part of a total wellness picture, add up
all the small stuff and you’ve got an
incredible, significant, positive impact
on your results. Check in often
because we’ll be updating this
information frequently as new
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Help build our
Small Stuff library
Have you seen or used an excellent
website, product or other resource?
Just a little something that could help
your fellow Optimoms build momentum or
boost their wellness IQ? We’d love to
check it out and share it.
E-mail us your Small Stuff
recommendations!
GEAR UP
Rev up your next workout with the latest
in innovative, fun equipment and fitness
tools
Road ID - The Road ID is an
absolutely essential piece of equipment
for walkers, cyclists, skiers, hikers,
kayakers, triathletes, rollerbladers,
you name the activity. Not just for
extreme athletes - I've almost been run
over in my own neighborhood more than
once. That's why I wear the Shoe ID with
my emergency contact info.
Mapmyrun.com - Tired of running
or walking the same old route? Mapping
and planning your runs is now easy. Draw
your runs, calculate mileage, count
calories, share with friends and more.
Also check out
Mapmyride.com.
LOOKING GREAT
Active apparel and beauty products to
help you look and feel outstanding.
New
Team Estrogen - If you are a fan
of cycling, you'll love this site. In
fact, you may like cycling even more
when you discover all the cool clothes
and accessories. With sizes ranging from
2-28 and styles ranging from sleek to
baggy, Team Estrogen is an outstanding
site for any woman who wants to bike in
comfort and style. I've bought great tri
stuff here too! And be sure to
check the closeouts section for great
deals.
Patagonia - Not just for mountain
climbing and kayaking, Patagonia offers
stylish, high performance clothes for
fitness and active lifestyles. Plus,
they are committed to the preservation
and restoration of the environment. I've
been running and biking during cool
weather in my favorite capilene
pullover for years.
Lush -
Treat yourself to
handmade cosmetics made
out of fresh organic fruit and
vegetables, with essential oils and safe
synthetics, and without animal
ingredients. I love the bath bombs
and the sexy peel soap.
THE PANTRY
Experiment with new, creative products
that support a healthy lifestyle.
New
Innocent Chocolate -
These decadent frozen,
creamy treats are made with 100% organic
and mostly raw ingredients without
refined sugars, anything artificial or
waxy. I
recently sampled the dark chocolate and
blueberry chocolate at Whole Foods -
excellent!
New
Laura's Wholesome Junk Food -
Ready for an awesome, wholesome snack?
These tasty treats are vegan with no
artificial ingredients or preservatives,
but you'd never know it! My
favorite flavor is X-Treme Chocolate
Fudge Bite-lettes.
Sweet Dreams Brown Rice Syrup - Try
this healthful, gluten-free,
allergen-free alternative to other
sweeteners. Substitute in place of
sugar, honey, corn syrup, maple syrup or
molasses. Visit the web site for syrup
conversion tips.
G.T.'s Kombucha - Kombucha is a
handmade Chinese tea that is delicately
cultured for 30 days. During this time
essential nutrients from like active
enzymes, viable probiotics, amino acids,
antioxidants and polyphenols. The result
is an elixir that works with
the body to restore balance and
vitality.
IN THE NEWS
The latest wellness information in
the media.
Lessons from an Olympian: A Swimmers
Different Strokes for Success
3/26/08, NY Times
More Women Succeeding at Pregnancy after
Cancer 3/26/08, CNN Health
To Stretch or Not to Stretch - The
Answer is Elastic 3/26/08, NY
Times
Tooth Fairy Economics Ain't Nickel and
Dime, 3/12/08, CNN Health
Diet-Friendly Comfort Foods
3/6/08, Yahoo! Health
THE FUNDAMENTALS
Reliable, smart information to boost
your wellness IQ. You'll find a wealth
of information to maximize the health of
the entire family.
Mayo Clinic
- Manage your health with useful,
up-to-date information. Every section is
excellent. Be sure to check out Health
Living and Health Tools. Video is really
cool.
Cooper Aerobics Center -
Founded in 1970 by preventative medicine
pioneer Dr. Kenneth Cooper. Under Health
Tools, check out the Radio Show and
Health Tips. The weekly Radio Show
provides research-based, practical
information that can improve the way you
look and feel. Can be listened to live
in many cities or via podcast.
American Dietetic Association -
The American Dietetic Association is an
excellent source for the most accurate,
credible and timely food and nutrition
information.
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