Great advice as usual Jeannie...thank you! :o)
Thanks. I have a great Yoga instructor that helps me alot, and if it helps me I wonder if it can help someone elce too, so I don’t mind passing this on! ;0)
Quick Stress Management Tip: Remind yourself that you are a work in progress.
By Dr GaryCA
Looking for another way to stress yourself out? How about telling yourself what you should have done, said, felt, accomplished, worked harder at, etc. All those “shoulds” can turn into a big old club. And if you use that club to hit yourself over the head a few times, you can end up with stress, and probably a headache to go along with it.
Ready to put the club away but not sure how to do it?
You can start by making the decision to allow yourself to be human. That means not always being perfect. Making a few mistakes, a few misjudgments. Pushing too hard, or being a little lazy. Being flat-footed once in awhile and stepping on somebody’s toes.
That’s all part of being human. We learn from our miss-steps. We try to do better next time. Sometimes we succeed. Sometimes we have to keep practicing. Two steps forward, one or two steps back.
Lighten up. Shake your head at yourself and smile. Resolve to keep trying.
Remind yourself that you are work in progress. You may never “arrive,” whatever that means. But it’s all about doing the best you can on this journey of life.
Where Gluten Likes to Hide Out
By: Allergic Living
Avoiding gluten isn’t as simple as just turning away bread, cookies and pasta. Here are several, sometimes unexpected, sources:
-hot dogs
-frozen burgers (meat, chicken, fish)
-seasoned or dry roasted nuts
-pumpkin and sunflower seeds
-potato chips
-cheese spreads
-soups
-Worcestershire sauce
-baking powder
-canned cake frosting
-chocolate bars
-regular beer, ale and lager
-baked beans
-sauces, marinades, salad dressing
-specialty prepared mustards
-cooking spray
-baking powder
-soups, broths, bouillon cubes
-candies, chocolates, chocolate bars, licorice
-malt vinegar
Other Names
-food starch
-seasoning
-hydrolyzed vegetable protein
Source: Shelley Case, RD, author of Gluten-Free Diet
Shelley Case is a consulting dietitian and author of Gluten-Free Diet: A Comprehensive Resource Guide. She is on the advisory boards of the Canadian Celiac Association, the Celiac Disease Foundation and Gluten Intolerance Group.
WOW Jeannie...who knew? Thanks for the info.! ;o)
Wow, watch this video on how pick pockets don't have to even touch you to get your credit cards, ATM'S or use your fast track etc. http://youtube.googleapis.com/v/lLAFhTjsQHw%26sns=em
That's pretty scary! I'm definitely going to check out those "protective sleeves". Thanks for the very important info. Jeannie!
Me too Rose! We always need to be on guard and watch our backs. I wish life wasn't like that but it is what it is right? :0)
rose said:
That's pretty scary! I'm definitely going to check out those "protective sleeves". Thanks for the very important info. Jeannie!
Yes Jeannie, unfortunately it is! I'm so trusting, it's hard to imagine the dishonesty! I just can't wrap my head around that!!!
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Hi Jeannie-Great info.-Thanks!
I take a Calcium+D3 supplement that cannot be absorbed/useful unless taken way after any other vitamin supplements.
I’m a little young for osteoporosis, but a dash of Calcium should help keep my bones strong even without the threat of Osteoporosis.
I love Dr. Oz and watch his show almost every day. Thanks Jeannie! ;o)
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Hi Rose-sorry, just reading this. That particular program was on cable; however, I just do a self-guided yoga exercises adapted to the floor since that’s all I can do right now, with some push-ups and sit-ups.
I thought the “Sit and Be Fit” was a good program for those who aren’t able to move out of a wheelchair or otherwise get on the floor.
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rose said:
Hey Julie A., Do you take a class or did you buy a CD? Just wondering as I’d like to try it…
If anyone saw “Dr. Oz” today, they covered storing and retrieval memory plus touched on strokes-two things that now grab my attention.
rose said:
I love Dr. Oz and watch his show almost every day. Thanks Jeannie! ;o)
Hi Jeannie-I’m laughing at visualizing myself on a stability ball-it takes full concentration just for me to sit on an air-bed, and sometimes concentration doesn’t even work…for me, I’d have to forgo the stability ball. 
Jeannie Ball said:
Ball Sit
How to do it: Sit on a large stability ball, with your arms straight out in a T, feet flat on the floor, abdominals engaged, and spine tall. Lift your right knee, letting your right foot dangle an inch or two off the floor. Build up to holding this position for 20 to 30 seconds, trying not to wobble while you maintain the pose. Switch legs and repeat for one set. Do two sets total.
What it does: As you remove one point of contact with the floor, your body has to work to keep the ball from rolling around underneath you, which strengthens your core.
Make it harder: Do the move as above, but lift your arms straight overhead in line with your body, palms facing forward. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds. Rest, then repeat for one set. Do two sets total.Ballet Balance
How to do it: Stand next to a chair with your left hand on it, right hand on hip, and toes of your right foot pointing straight ahead. Raise your right leg so that the knee is bent at almost 90 degrees. Hold for 5 to 10 seconds. Tighten your buttocks and rotate your knee out to the right; keep hips facing forward. Hold for a count of five. Return to the starting position and repeat five more times. Switch legs.
What it does: The added motion of the leg swinging out to the side forces you to activate your core and gluteals.
Make it harder: Add even more motion. As you lift your leg forward, extend and raise your arm on the same side so that it’s parallel to the floor and directly over your knee. As you rotate your knee out to the side, let your arm follow, keeping it in line with the knee. More Muscular MiddleSingle Leg Bend
How to do it: Stand barefoot next to a chair with your left hand on its back and your right arm extending out to the side, palm down. Lift your right thigh till the knee is bent at nearly 90 degrees; point your toes. Bend your left leg and slowly sink down, keeping your back straight. Push up, slowly straightening the left leg to the starting position. Repeat five times, then switch legs.
What it does: As you work to stay balanced throughout the up-and-down bending motion, you also strengthen your core, rear end, and thighs.
Make it harder: After you bend your knee and sink down, extend your right leg forward, straight, keeping your toes pointed and your foot a few inches off the floor. Pause, then return to the starting position.
Hi Rose-Thought I posted an answer here-apparently not and I’ll most likely find it somewhere it makes absolutely no sense. Oh well.
To answer your question, I just do a morning routine of self-imposed or self-defined Yoga exercises that I adapted for the floor-that’s all I can do currently- stretching, and alternate every-other day push-ups and sit-ups-just for toning.
The “Sit and Be Fit” show was on some cable station on a Sunday, I think.
It seemed valuable for anyone unable to get to the floor but still needing to exercise.
rose said:
Hey Julie A., Do you take a class or did you buy a CD? Just wondering as I’d like to try it…
Found it-oops! See a different version later on in this thread.
Julie A. said:
Hi Rose-sorry, just reading this. That particular program was on cable; however, I just do a self-guided yoga exercises adapted to the floor since that's all I can do right now, with some push-ups and sit-ups.
I thought the "Sit and Be Fit" was a good program for those who aren't able to move out of a wheelchair or otherwise get on the floor.
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rose said:Hey Julie A., Do you take a class or did you buy a CD? Just wondering as I'd like to try it...
I cant sit on the ball either! On less something is holding from moving.
Julie A. said:
Hi Jeannie-I'm laughing at visualizing myself on a stability ball-it takes full concentration just for me to sit on an air-bed, and sometimes concentration doesn't even work...for me, I'd have to forgo the stability ball. :)
Jeannie Ball said:Ball Sit
How to do it: Sit on a large stability ball, with your arms straight out in a T, feet flat on the floor, abdominals engaged, and spine tall. Lift your right knee, letting your right foot dangle an inch or two off the floor. Build up to holding this position for 20 to 30 seconds, trying not to wobble while you maintain the pose. Switch legs and repeat for one set. Do two sets total.
What it does: As you remove one point of contact with the floor, your body has to work to keep the ball from rolling around underneath you, which strengthens your core.
Make it harder: Do the move as above, but lift your arms straight overhead in line with your body, palms facing forward. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds. Rest, then repeat for one set. Do two sets total.Ballet Balance
How to do it: Stand next to a chair with your left hand on it, right hand on hip, and toes of your right foot pointing straight ahead. Raise your right leg so that the knee is bent at almost 90 degrees. Hold for 5 to 10 seconds. Tighten your buttocks and rotate your knee out to the right; keep hips facing forward. Hold for a count of five. Return to the starting position and repeat five more times. Switch legs.
What it does: The added motion of the leg swinging out to the side forces you to activate your core and gluteals.
Make it harder: Add even more motion. As you lift your leg forward, extend and raise your arm on the same side so that it’s parallel to the floor and directly over your knee. As you rotate your knee out to the side, let your arm follow, keeping it in line with the knee. More Muscular MiddleSingle Leg Bend
How to do it: Stand barefoot next to a chair with your left hand on its back and your right arm extending out to the side, palm down. Lift your right thigh till the knee is bent at nearly 90 degrees; point your toes. Bend your left leg and slowly sink down, keeping your back straight. Push up, slowly straightening the left leg to the starting position. Repeat five times, then switch legs.
What it does: As you work to stay balanced throughout the up-and-down bending motion, you also strengthen your core, rear end, and thighs.
Make it harder: After you bend your knee and sink down, extend your right leg forward, straight, keeping your toes pointed and your foot a few inches off the floor. Pause, then return to the starting position.
Hi Julie,
Believe it or not working at keeping the ball stable helps the cerebellum. Little by little it can actualy be done. Even if a person just sits on the ball at first and wiggles back and forth to level out can relly help.
My PT had me doing this too. I couldn't do it at all at first but over time I'm able to now. Who knew by pushing myself even just a little bit over time I could do this? :0) You can too! I know it! :0) Fear is our biggest problem that we need to overcome. I believe that now. When I worked with Dr. Tom Clouse he told us that and it's so true.
Julie A. said:
Hi Jeannie-I'm laughing at visualizing myself on a stability ball-it takes full concentration just for me to sit on an air-bed, and sometimes concentration doesn't even work...for me, I'd have to forgo the stability ball. :)
Jeannie Ball said:Ball Sit
How to do it: Sit on a large stability ball, with your arms straight out in a T, feet flat on the floor, abdominals engaged, and spine tall. Lift your right knee, letting your right foot dangle an inch or two off the floor. Build up to holding this position for 20 to 30 seconds, trying not to wobble while you maintain the pose. Switch legs and repeat for one set. Do two sets total.
What it does: As you remove one point of contact with the floor, your body has to work to keep the ball from rolling around underneath you, which strengthens your core.
Make it harder: Do the move as above, but lift your arms straight overhead in line with your body, palms facing forward. Hold for 20 to 30 seconds. Rest, then repeat for one set. Do two sets total.Ballet Balance
How to do it: Stand next to a chair with your left hand on it, right hand on hip, and toes of your right foot pointing straight ahead. Raise your right leg so that the knee is bent at almost 90 degrees. Hold for 5 to 10 seconds. Tighten your buttocks and rotate your knee out to the right; keep hips facing forward. Hold for a count of five. Return to the starting position and repeat five more times. Switch legs.
What it does: The added motion of the leg swinging out to the side forces you to activate your core and gluteals.
Make it harder: Add even more motion. As you lift your leg forward, extend and raise your arm on the same side so that it’s parallel to the floor and directly over your knee. As you rotate your knee out to the side, let your arm follow, keeping it in line with the knee. More Muscular MiddleSingle Leg Bend
How to do it: Stand barefoot next to a chair with your left hand on its back and your right arm extending out to the side, palm down. Lift your right thigh till the knee is bent at nearly 90 degrees; point your toes. Bend your left leg and slowly sink down, keeping your back straight. Push up, slowly straightening the left leg to the starting position. Repeat five times, then switch legs.
What it does: As you work to stay balanced throughout the up-and-down bending motion, you also strengthen your core, rear end, and thighs.
Make it harder: After you bend your knee and sink down, extend your right leg forward, straight, keeping your toes pointed and your foot a few inches off the floor. Pause, then return to the starting position.