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  • Exercise Session #16

    A heart-pumping, metabolism-boosting full body work out that can be performed anywhere, anytime – No gym required! There are no excuses! Circuit #1 10 Squats/1 Push-Up 9 Squats/2 Push-Ups 8 Squats/3 Push-Ups 7 Squats/4 Push-Ups 6 Squats/5 Push-Ups 5 Squats/6 Push-Ups 4 Squats/7 Push-Ups 3 Squats/8 Push-Ups 2 Squats/9 Push-Ups 1 Squat/10 Push-Ups Circuit #2 60 Jumping

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  • Exercise Session #15

    Phase 5:  Power Warm-Up Self-Myofasical Release (SMR) Calves (Gastrocnemius), Tensor Fascia Latae, Back (Latissimus Dorsi) Foam roll on muscle until tender (sore) region is felt.  Hold each tender region for 30 sec. Dynamic Stretches Tube Walking, Lunges, Medicine Ball Lift and Chop Circuit  CORE/BALANCE/PLYOMETRIC Medicine Ball (MB) Back Extension Throw 2 x 12 reps. Explosive

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  • Balance is Key

    Evolved individuals: Avoid extremes, Avoid extravagance, Avoid excess. – Tao Te Ching, No. 29 Affirmations for Creating Balance in Your Life “Balance is power!“ “Excel without excess!“ “Excellence and balance are compatible partners for achievement in life.“ “Moderate, don’t proliferate!“ “I realize my dreams when I avoid the extremes.“ Guides for Creating Balance in All

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  • Exercise Session #13

    Phase 2:  Active Flexibility & Strength Endurance Warm-Up Self-Myofascial Release (SMR) Calves  (Gastrocnemius/Soleus), Tensor Fascia Latae, Adductors, Quadriceps, Hip Flexors, Latissimus Dorsi, Thoracic Spine Gently foam roll each muscle group until tight (sore) region is felt, and then press and hold foam roller on this region for 30 seconds Active-Isolated Stretching Active Standing Adductor Stretch,

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  • Relaxation

    “Give it all you’ve got” and “going-all-out” are couple of sayings many of us tell ourselves from time to time.  We think that these attitudes are encouragement and as we strive to perform our best, we will be rewarded.  But, in actuality, these thoughts create tension, anxiety, and stress that will hinder performance. Aikido, an ancient Japanese art, implies

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  • Exercise Session #12

    Phase 1:  Corrective Flexibility & Stabilization Endurance Warm-Up Self-Myofascial Release (SMR) Calves (Gastrocnemius/Soleus), Tensor Fascia Latae, Adductors, Quadriceps, Hip Flexors, Latissimus Dorsi Gently foam roll each muscle group until tight (sore) region is felt, and then press and hold foam roller on this region for 30 seconds Static Stretching Static Gastrocnemius Stretch, Static Adductor Stretch,

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  • Exercise Session #11

    Phase 5:  Power Warm-Up Self-Myofasical Release (SMR) Calves (Gastrocnemius), Tensor Fascia Latae, Back (Latissimus Dorsi) Foam roll on muscle until tender (sore) region is felt.  Hold each tender region for 30 sec. Dynamic Stretches Tube Walking, Lunges, Medicine Ball Lift and Chop Circuit  CORE/BALANCE/PLYOMETRIC Medicine Ball (MB) Pullover Throw on Swiss (stability) Ball  2 x

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  • Fear of Failure

    Just as the tumultuous chaos of a thunderstorm brings a nurturing rain that allows life to flourish, so too in human affairs times of advancement are preceded by times of disorder.  Success comes to those who can weather the storm. – I Ching, No. 3 When we view failure as deprecating events we feel unnecessary anxiety,

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  • Exercise Session #10

    Phase 2:  Active Flexibility & Strength Endurance Warm-Up Self-Myofascial Release (SMR) Calves  (Gastrocnemius/Soleus), Tensor Fascia Latae, Adductors, Quadriceps, Hip Flexors, Latissimus Dorsi, Thoracic Spine Gently foam roll each muscle group until tight (sore) region is felt, and then press and hold foam roller on this region for 30 seconds Active-Isolated Stretching Active Standing Adductor Stretch,

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  • Face Your Fear!

    All things in the cosmos will be aroused to movement through fear.  This movement will be cautious, and cautious movement will bring success. –  I Ching, No. 51 Fear is a natural emotion, making you alert for any situation which may arise.  It is a survival mechanism.  You must not fight fear as it will

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