Tag Archives: Exercise
How to set up a home gym without spending a small fortune
If you’re reading this blog, most likely, you are looking for a way to integrate healthy food, eating habits, and exercise into a busy schedule. Maybe you have a full-time job that takes a lot of your time and energy. Maybe you have kids with busy schedules. Maybe you’re trying to juggle work, family, and […]
Exercise for Rainy Days
This past summer and early fall have been beautiful. We could not have asked for better weather to enjoy all kinds of outdoor activities well into October. Now, however, the weather is taking a turn toward rainy and cold. While some people enjoy a walk in the rain, but for those who don’t, let’s explore […]
Why can’t I stick with a workout routine?
Yesterday, I met a friend at the park and we spent the afternoon together. As the afternoon wore on, our conversation turned to exercise. What my friend said during that conversation struck a chord with me. She told me that she doesn’t exercise and that she feels guilty because she knows exercise is good for […]
What type of exerciser are you?
Local Martial Artists Series #2: Capoeira
This month, the Local Martial Artists Series is taking a Brazilian turn, in honor of the Rio Olympics, and highlighting Capoeira. I’ve interviewed Garrett Boardway, who teaches Capoeira at Capoeira Uma Terra in Bangor to find out more about this unique martial art. CH: What is Capoeira? GB: Capoeira is an Afro-Brazilian martial art that […]
How to Exercise Without Knowing It
Have you ever felt like you’d take any excuse to get out of your workout? So have I! I love going to the gym and getting a good, hard workout, but there are times when I just don’t feel like exercising. Sometimes, it’s because it’s too hot outside, other times it’s because I’m bored with […]
Summertime in the Garden
I love gardening. Every year, I experiment with new types of plants and new (to me, at least) techniques to make my garden as productive as possible. Now, don’t misunderstand me. I’m not saying I’m actually good at gardening. In fact, I rarely have much success with anything other than the most hardy herbs. Things that are […]
Local Martial Artists Series #1: Kali
Starting today, I will be featuring a local martial artist on the blog every month. This month, I interviewed Justin Umel (aka: Kuya Justin), who teaches Kali Concepts in Bangor. CH: What is Kali? JU: Kali is a Filipino martial art that goes by several different names. Kali is probably the most recognized name in […]
Maine Bound and Other Programs
When I was developing the plan for this blog, one of the first things I thought of highlighting was the Outward Bound program at the University of Maine. It seemed like such a great program to help people get outside and active! As I’ve been working on this post, though, I realized that there actually […]