Category Archives: Fitness

I Am So Sore

Posted on January 19, 2011 by dumpster

Ouch. I’d been away from my exercise and yoga routine for three weeks until Monday evening, when I returned to the Open Training class of Erin Long at Kachmann Mind Body Institute. I took the hiatus to recover from a minor … Continue reading →

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Towels and Washcloths

Posted on December 14, 2010 by dumpster

I’ve survived physical challenges of various types over the years. I’ve run and biked long distances, climbed mountains, baled hay, performed 436 sit-ups nonstop, and sat 6 hours in a doctor’s office. These challenges all pale, however, in comparison with … Continue reading →

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Exercise Balls

Posted on November 25, 2010 by dumpster

My physical training instructor, Erin Long of Kachmann Mind Body Institute, is always looking for new exercises. She browses through magazines and exercise videos in the search for challenging and interesting ways to enhance her classes and titillate her students. … Continue reading →

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Power Yoga and Power Workout

Posted on November 4, 2010 by dumpster

I’ve had a couple of power days recently. It started out with a session of “Advanced Power Yoga” on Saturday, instructed by Josh Jur. I was apprehensive about attempting a yoga class with such a title since I’m not advanced … Continue reading →

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I Am Sore

Posted on October 14, 2010 by dumpster

Believe it or not, after a full year of workouts with Erin Long, I still get sore. In fact, I think I’m more sore after Monday night’s session than after any of the previous sessions. Maybe it’s my imagination, but … Continue reading →

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