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Sunday 16 February 2014
Running from the Runs has moved!
If you currently follow me, I promise I haven't left, I have just changed addresses. You can now find me blogging here. Check out the new space and let me know what you think. It is still under construction, so will continue to undergo some changes as I update existing content and add new features.
Tuesday 28 January 2014
Hydro Rider - Worth a Try?
For those of you who have never heard of Hydro Rider (like me), it is basically spin class in the shallow end of the pool. The great thing about it is that it is easier on the joints. As soon as I found out Hydro Rider was a real life exercise and that the Canada Games Centre in Halifax offered it (thanks Chatelaine!), I could not stop thinking about it. I was so excited at the combination of two of my fave things - swimming/water and spin class - that I became obsessed.
Before I could go I had to answer the age-old question - what do I wear?! I figured a bathing suit was a given, but what else? I promptly launched a full-on Google search, complete with YouTube video analysis. I was not satisfied with the lack of coverage on this very important issue. So, I finally settled on a bathing suit and wetsuit booties. I must apologize if you were at the pool that day - it was perhaps the least fashionable hour of my life. The booties go halfway up my calves and I was in my Nike racer-back one piece. It is also winter and I am one pale redhead - hope you were wearing sunglasses! This was not all - ever prepared, I brought biker shorts - would I have to contend with a case of the plumber butt?
Finally, the day arrives, I enter the pool area in all my glory, and instead of the serious athlete-types I have come to expect in spin class, I was greeted with smiles likely from your gran. And the outfit of choice? Generally floral in nature and non-racer back suits with water shoes.
The instructor threw a bike in the pool upon my arrival. I dragged it into the remaining spot right up front. It rocked on the bottom of the pool - which was to become my cross to bear for the next 60 minutes. With the bikes all set-up - cue the Euro-pop. Think Mr. Saxobeat, but not quite as catchy. I have spent too much time listening to RPM tracks and become accustomed to the well-thought out tunes from our Tuesday/Thursday instructor, Cynthia, over at Spinning Music.
Perhaps my legs are strong from two to three spin classes a week, but I found the class less than challenging. I have a sneaking suspicion that I am not their target demographic. This was further confirmed when we suddenly stopped pedaling to do odd arm movements for a whole song. I believe this was the arm toning segment (completely unanticipated). Honestly, the hardest part of the class was lifting the bikes out of the pool. And the 20 laps I swam afterwards. And trying to rein in my rogue water bottle that was determined to float away.
Needless to say, I will stick to spinning or swimming in the future!
Before I could go I had to answer the age-old question - what do I wear?! I figured a bathing suit was a given, but what else? I promptly launched a full-on Google search, complete with YouTube video analysis. I was not satisfied with the lack of coverage on this very important issue. So, I finally settled on a bathing suit and wetsuit booties. I must apologize if you were at the pool that day - it was perhaps the least fashionable hour of my life. The booties go halfway up my calves and I was in my Nike racer-back one piece. It is also winter and I am one pale redhead - hope you were wearing sunglasses! This was not all - ever prepared, I brought biker shorts - would I have to contend with a case of the plumber butt?
Finally, the day arrives, I enter the pool area in all my glory, and instead of the serious athlete-types I have come to expect in spin class, I was greeted with smiles likely from your gran. And the outfit of choice? Generally floral in nature and non-racer back suits with water shoes.
The instructor threw a bike in the pool upon my arrival. I dragged it into the remaining spot right up front. It rocked on the bottom of the pool - which was to become my cross to bear for the next 60 minutes. With the bikes all set-up - cue the Euro-pop. Think Mr. Saxobeat, but not quite as catchy. I have spent too much time listening to RPM tracks and become accustomed to the well-thought out tunes from our Tuesday/Thursday instructor, Cynthia, over at Spinning Music.
Perhaps my legs are strong from two to three spin classes a week, but I found the class less than challenging. I have a sneaking suspicion that I am not their target demographic. This was further confirmed when we suddenly stopped pedaling to do odd arm movements for a whole song. I believe this was the arm toning segment (completely unanticipated). Honestly, the hardest part of the class was lifting the bikes out of the pool. And the 20 laps I swam afterwards. And trying to rein in my rogue water bottle that was determined to float away.
Needless to say, I will stick to spinning or swimming in the future!
Monday 27 January 2014
Monday Musings Grab Bag
Below is a completely random collection of links, I hope you find one that piques your interest.
Art Fido - Photographic Series Showing What 200 Calories Looks Like in Different Foods
After using tools like MyFitnessPal to track my food and exercise, I have a fairly good sense of how many calories certain foods contain - especially the ones I eat regularly. But, this photo series can be a little shocking when you actually see 200 calories on a plate - the Hershey Kisses and peanut butter were a particular let down. On the other hand, that mountain of celery was shocking - I can't even begin to imagine eating all of that!
a pair & a space - Travel: My Favourite Books
As an avid reader and someone who loves to travel, I just loved the idea of this post and I appreciated the nod to Newfoundland with The Shipping News.
Living Low Carb - The Most Important Supplement for Your Health
You have probably noticed references throughout some of my posts to my love for probiotics. I cannot imagine trying to cope with IBS without them. This is quite an extensive post that explains some of the science behind what probiotics can do for your body and how certain foods like sugar can disrupt your gut flora.
Art Fido - Photographic Series Showing What 200 Calories Looks Like in Different Foods
After using tools like MyFitnessPal to track my food and exercise, I have a fairly good sense of how many calories certain foods contain - especially the ones I eat regularly. But, this photo series can be a little shocking when you actually see 200 calories on a plate - the Hershey Kisses and peanut butter were a particular let down. On the other hand, that mountain of celery was shocking - I can't even begin to imagine eating all of that!
a pair & a space - Travel: My Favourite Books
As an avid reader and someone who loves to travel, I just loved the idea of this post and I appreciated the nod to Newfoundland with The Shipping News.
Living Low Carb - The Most Important Supplement for Your Health
You have probably noticed references throughout some of my posts to my love for probiotics. I cannot imagine trying to cope with IBS without them. This is quite an extensive post that explains some of the science behind what probiotics can do for your body and how certain foods like sugar can disrupt your gut flora.
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