Just a quick note to remind you to go to
betholdfield.ca
to find my daily blog posts. Just bookmark the page or make it a favorite and you can easily click and continue to enjoy.
We just installed a new counter to keep track of visits. It is hard to start back at zero when I have almost hit 15,000 views on this sight but the new site will be better for future projects.
Thanks so much for visiting.
Beth
Tuesday 20 September 2016
Thursday 15 September 2016
New Location For My Blog
betholdfield.ca
You can find 'Today's Blog' at the above location.
This is my new website.
Instead of having both a blog and a website, I wanted all information pertaining to me to be in one location.
The most popular posts from the last 16 months are highlighted on the main page in a 'slider,' and you can find all of the posts when you click on Blog.
You can still comment on the posts but you have to provide a valid email address to do so. Your email address will not be published or sold. When you comment I receive it directly.
I hope that you will continue to read my blog and I do hope that you keep in touch!
Please Bookmark my website so that you can easily click and enjoy my posts!
Thanks.
Sincerely,
Beth
Wednesday 14 September 2016
Music or No Music in Fitness Classes?
It is wonderful to be back teaching fitness classes again. You all have returned in fine form!
Many renovations have been done to our room. One of the improvements is the replacement of one of the speakers for the sound system. For the last few years, there were no speakers on the right side wall which meant many people could not hear the beat when in that area. Well now that it has been replaced, some people who prefer a quieter experience, have no where to hide from the noise, which has me thinking about the part that music plays in our fitness classes.
I personally need music to feel motivated when I work out. I change my music selection every class to try to appeal to all ages. Some clients have complained to me that the volume is far too low and than occasionally, someone will say that it is too loud.
Last Spring, I tried to find a happy medium and I will do so again over the course of the session. If you like the music loud, try to be closer to one of the four speakers in the room and if you need to hear less sound, than chose your spot accordingly.
When we have 50 people in the room it is very hard to please everyone and the more bodies that we have in the room, the louder it has to be as the sound gets absorbed.
The good news is we have music to make the experience that much more enjoyable.
See you tomorrow,
Beth
Many renovations have been done to our room. One of the improvements is the replacement of one of the speakers for the sound system. For the last few years, there were no speakers on the right side wall which meant many people could not hear the beat when in that area. Well now that it has been replaced, some people who prefer a quieter experience, have no where to hide from the noise, which has me thinking about the part that music plays in our fitness classes.
I personally need music to feel motivated when I work out. I change my music selection every class to try to appeal to all ages. Some clients have complained to me that the volume is far too low and than occasionally, someone will say that it is too loud.
Last Spring, I tried to find a happy medium and I will do so again over the course of the session. If you like the music loud, try to be closer to one of the four speakers in the room and if you need to hear less sound, than chose your spot accordingly.
When we have 50 people in the room it is very hard to please everyone and the more bodies that we have in the room, the louder it has to be as the sound gets absorbed.
The good news is we have music to make the experience that much more enjoyable.
See you tomorrow,
Beth
Friday 9 September 2016
Your Body is Your Tool!
I want you to think of your body as the tool that you have been given to live life on this earth to the fullest.
Each joint, muscle and tendon have a specific function to perform and if you neglect to use them in the manner in which they were designed to be used, you cannot be surprised if you discover one day that they won't do what you want them to do.
When we are young, we take these body parts of ours for granted. We get busy. We neglect our health and formal exercise. The problem comes when we get older and those parts start to break just from regular living, because they have not been taken care of properly. The tools have rusted in the box so to speak.
The good news is it's never too late to start taking better care of yourself. Dust off those workout clothes and get busy moving your muscles and joints in the way that they were meant to be moved.
Yesterday, before class, we had a serious discussion about how we all have to keep moving. Some of us may really dislike getting to the gym, but our bodies are so much better off compared to people who put off doing formal exercise. By the way, the social aspect of attending classes, makes exercise fun and the time passes quickly.
I have to say that my students are in incredible shape.
I see the results of hard work and dedication.
I continue to be amazed and inspired daily.
Thanks for a wonderful summer session and see you soon.
Sincerely,
Beth
Each joint, muscle and tendon have a specific function to perform and if you neglect to use them in the manner in which they were designed to be used, you cannot be surprised if you discover one day that they won't do what you want them to do.
When we are young, we take these body parts of ours for granted. We get busy. We neglect our health and formal exercise. The problem comes when we get older and those parts start to break just from regular living, because they have not been taken care of properly. The tools have rusted in the box so to speak.
The good news is it's never too late to start taking better care of yourself. Dust off those workout clothes and get busy moving your muscles and joints in the way that they were meant to be moved.
Yesterday, before class, we had a serious discussion about how we all have to keep moving. Some of us may really dislike getting to the gym, but our bodies are so much better off compared to people who put off doing formal exercise. By the way, the social aspect of attending classes, makes exercise fun and the time passes quickly.
I have to say that my students are in incredible shape.
I see the results of hard work and dedication.
I continue to be amazed and inspired daily.
Thanks for a wonderful summer session and see you soon.
Sincerely,
Beth
Tuesday 6 September 2016
My Student, the Celebrity Walker!
I have known Paul Michetti for almost twenty years. He has been attending my classes, two to three times per week, on a regular basis. I would love to take all of the credit for his physical stamina but the secret to his good health is his love for walking.
To be completely honest, I hate walking. I can dance for hours and hours but walking is just not my cup of tea. When Paul tells me that he just got back from a 25 km walk, all I can ask is "why?" I know that it's great exercise. In fact, I tell most new clients to begin their training with walking. It's easy on the joints and you can challenge your heart if you walk up hills and go for long distances. The best exercise is the one that you will do regularly!
Recently, The Montreal Gazette, did a feature on the various walking groups around Montreal. Paul is highlighted in the article. He takes care of membership for one of the associations. After reading this piece, I actually want to try it. Walking in a group, looking at the passing attractions, over 6 km, sounds doable and kind of fun.
Paul wants us to know that in the beginning, he was walking shorter distances. "Lest people think that I started walking 6-8 km a day right off of the bat, it should be known that I always walked at lunch time when I worked. Then when I worked closer to home, I used to walk to and from work 3 km each way almost every day. That kind of launched me to where I am today."
I've always been amazed by Paul's interest and love for this sport. It's keeping him fit and young.
If you've always wanted to join a walking group, follow the link at the bottom of the blog and get in touch with Paul. You'll be happy that you did!
Let me just add once piece of advice. Walking a few minutes every day with your dog is one thing, but going for a hike over long distances is a serious sport and you need to stretch afterwards.
Right Paul!!!
I have included some pictures of my husband stretching the muscles in his legs. These stretches should be done after your walk.
The first image shows a stretch for your hamstrings. Make sure that you hip hinge forward. Don't round your lower back. If you lift your toes, you will also stretch your calf.
To be completely honest, I hate walking. I can dance for hours and hours but walking is just not my cup of tea. When Paul tells me that he just got back from a 25 km walk, all I can ask is "why?" I know that it's great exercise. In fact, I tell most new clients to begin their training with walking. It's easy on the joints and you can challenge your heart if you walk up hills and go for long distances. The best exercise is the one that you will do regularly!
Recently, The Montreal Gazette, did a feature on the various walking groups around Montreal. Paul is highlighted in the article. He takes care of membership for one of the associations. After reading this piece, I actually want to try it. Walking in a group, looking at the passing attractions, over 6 km, sounds doable and kind of fun.
Paul wants us to know that in the beginning, he was walking shorter distances. "Lest people think that I started walking 6-8 km a day right off of the bat, it should be known that I always walked at lunch time when I worked. Then when I worked closer to home, I used to walk to and from work 3 km each way almost every day. That kind of launched me to where I am today."
I've always been amazed by Paul's interest and love for this sport. It's keeping him fit and young.
If you've always wanted to join a walking group, follow the link at the bottom of the blog and get in touch with Paul. You'll be happy that you did!
Let me just add once piece of advice. Walking a few minutes every day with your dog is one thing, but going for a hike over long distances is a serious sport and you need to stretch afterwards.
Right Paul!!!
I have included some pictures of my husband stretching the muscles in his legs. These stretches should be done after your walk.
The first image shows a stretch for your hamstrings. Make sure that you hip hinge forward. Don't round your lower back. If you lift your toes, you will also stretch your calf.
This stretch is for your quadriceps. Make sure to sit straight and get your knee lined up under your hip. You can hang onto your pants or use a strap to pull your ankle toward your bum but if you have knee pain, work in a pain free range of motion.
This stretch will stretch your hip flexor. It will also stretch your quadriceps and your calf.
While it is important to keep active, it is just as important to stretch after we work out, to avoid tight muscles and subsequent injuries.
Hope this helps and follow the link to learn more about the local walking scene.
http://montrealgazette.com/life/on-walking-the-walk-for-exercise-endurance-and-socializing
See you soon,
Beth
Thursday 1 September 2016
Vacation
Blog resumes next Tuesday.
Bye for now,
Beth
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