WHR Yoga! Day 40

Monday December 27th ~ Only 4 more days of the Walk Hike Run 45 Day Challenge. I'd like to confess that last week, I was busy, tired, overworked, under-slept, fatigued and did NOT walk, hike or run everyday. No, I came home from work and errands, wrapped Christmas gifts, shopped, "ran" around some more and then crashed. As soon as I started to feel myself getting run down (around day 35-37), I really began listening to my body and slowing down. I came home and slept instead of running errands. I took naps when possible and even went to yoga Christmas eve morning. Ahhhh... yoga. It's so restorative. I actually felt much better after class. That tied me over the holiday weekend and I found myself back in yoga this morning. I thought I'd also try to squeeze in an afternoon hike or quick walk today, but after cleaning the apartment I am letting myself relax into the evening with my last little bit of time off this week.
As this challenge rounds its final days at week end. I am confident and excited to continue it into 2011. I'm still going to crave, desire and find a way to move my body each day. Some days I will end up resting, some I'll get my yoga on and some days will leave me with blistered feet after a long treacherous hike. Each appreciated in their own way. The key is to listen and stay tuned to what your body is telling you... Not your mind. Eat well, think well and move well this week and into yet another new year.

WALK HIKE RUN Days 5 & 6

Day 5: Sunday was killed easily with 2 1/2 hours of shopping in Pasadena, also known as CARDIO. There's a reason not a lot of women shop online. How else would they get their exercise?

Day 6: Today is a challenge. Mondays I am usually able to squeeze in a quick hike before the sun goes down. But I'm working extra hours today and won't be off work until 6pm. I.e. Dark and cold out. I'm tempted to just jump around and dance for 20 min. I'll keep you posted.

Over and out.

WALK HIKE RUN Days 3 & 4

Well... Day 2 didn't exactly go as planned. My big expectations to just go home and walk for 20 minutes got pushed back until after dinner. Then Amelie came on TV. I thought I would just watch it for a few minutes because I LOVE that movie. Two hours later it was 9pm, I was under the covers with the heater on still trying to convince myself to go for a walk... And guess what? It never happened. I highly contemplated skipping over this detail. But then, what am I doing this for? You? Sorry, no. I'm doing it for me. So what's the point if I'm not honest with myself and all of you. It was a learning experience and I'm sure you can relate to my situation. Slips will happen. But you just get up (eventually) and get back on track.

Yesterday, Day 3, was better. I had a full day of work and went to dinner with a friend. It was about a mile away and we walked there and back. Done and done.

Today, Day 4, should be interesting. I'm at work right now. It's not raining at the moment but is scheduled to rain the rest of the weekend. Sneaking out while it's dry will be a challenge. I'm all for a walk in the rain, but until I get some gullashes... I'm not too into it. But I'll do it.

What are you doing to stay moving this weekend?

Check out the WALK HIKE RUN blog I posted Wednesday Nov 24 for details. Run on board with me from now until New Years 2011!

Quick & Easy Quinoa Pilaf

I make this one all the time. It's simple and delicious at the end of the day. I like it for breakfast sometimes too. Enjoy

Andrea Beaman’s Quick & Easy Quinoa Pilaf

½ Tbsp olive oil

1 onion, peeled and diced

4-5 crimini mushrooms, sliced thin (can use other mushrooms)

1-2 celery stalks, diced

1 Tbsp fresh sage, minced

½ teaspoon herbamare or other sea salt (to taste)

1 cup quinoa, rinsed

¼ cup dried cranberries

2 cups water

Saute’ onions for 1-2 minutes. Add mushrooms and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes. Add celery and safe and cook for 2 minutes. Add quinoa, dried cranberries and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce flame to simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes. Garnish with dried cranberries and sage.

Serves four.

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