Train for Life

Category: Miscellaneous

  • Earth Day

    Today is Earth Day. One of the 7 Dimensions of Wellness is Environment. What is Environmental Wellness? According to the Student Health and Counseling Services Department at UC Davis in Davis, CA, environmental wellness “inspires us to live a lifestyle that is respectful of our surroundings… encourages us to live in harmony with the earth by taking…

  • Mindful Monday

    The Three Stooges Guilt When we judge ourselves. Shame When others judge us. Embarrassment  When we feel self-conscious about doing something against social norms. * What can you do to keep your embarrassment safe from growing into guilt or shame?             Reference Woo, J. (2023). 52 Essential coping skills. Mind…

  • Mindful Monday

    Circle of Control Make a list of your worries and fears. Draw two (2) circles. Sort your list by adding what you can control or change in one circle and adding what you cannot control or change in the other circle. * Which circle is giving you the most stress, overwhelm, or anxiety? Is it controllable?…

  • Meme Monday

  • Laughter is Medicine

    Times are tough right now. If you are struggling or feeling stuck, you are not alone. I am at a crossroads in my life now, sometimes feeling directionless or lacking purpose. We are okay. We need to prioritize our mental health and routinely practice self-care: Exercise and add more movement to our days, eat nutrient-rich…

  • Movement is Medicine

    What is your favorite form of physical exercise? Indoor Cycling (Follow me on Peloton at LuthiR) Hiking, Pilates, Barre, and Yoga are very close runner ups!

  • My Two Favorite Brands

    What brands do you associate with? Peloton and Lululemon! Big announcement today, September 27, 2023: A 5-year global strategy partnership. Peloton providing the digital fitness content and Lululemon with apparel. Lululemon will end sales on its Mirror before the end of the year and sales for apparel will begin next month (October 11) at Peloton…

  • Find Joy in Movement.

    What daily habit do you do that improves your quality of life? Exercise. From Peloton Cycle, Hikes, Barre, Pilates, Weight-lifting, Mobility to outdoor hikes and walks, movement is medicine for my body, mind, and soul. A regular movement practice builds resiliency and strength to overcome life’s obstacles. How will you move your body today?

  • Make Exercise FUN

    What’s the most fun way to exercise? The type of exercise that is most FUN for YOU! Peloton classes (Cycle, Pilates, Barre, Hikes, Runs, Yoga) Trekking the Washington Trails Outdoor Podcast Power Walks Weight Lifting at the Kent YMCA … to name some FUN exercises for me! Do what makes you happy. Consistency is key.…

  • Daily Prompt

    How have you adapted to the changes brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic? A hybrid exercise routine! Much more at-home workouts with my Peloton 🚴‍♀️ Bike+ and other fitness equipment I invested in. Yet, I still feel the inch to get out of the house and head to the gym for a 🏃🏼‍♀️Tread and weight…