Are You Suffering from Computer Related Injuries or Blackberry Thumb?

Check out The Workstation Workout video clip to see how to prevent computer related, repetitive strain and overuse injuries from extended computer and PDA use.

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Be Well,

Trish

Trish Muse, MPT, CSCS

Physical Therapist

Wellness Coach

Polestar Pilates practitioner

Doce Vida Fitness East Coast Fitness Ambassador

www.bodyproductions.com

BEING FIT FOR YOU

BEING FIT FOR YOU

Lisa cares for 2 young children, her husband and helps her mom. She’s overwhelmed, over stimulated and exhausted. Does this sound like you? If it does, you probably already know the detrimental effects of too little exercise, poor self-care and too much stress. But,what are you going to do about it? What are you going to do for you?

Limited time to exercise and limited” mommy-time” increases your stress. This can increase your blood pressure, fatigue, contribute to depression and decrease your immune system.

Taking even a few minutes for yourself without the kids or anyone else, no matter how daunting the logistics involved with making it happen, may be just what you need. Give yourself permission to take time for yourself to regain good feelings and get some exercise. Being fit and feeling better helps you to be a better parent. Exercise helps to increase energy, release endorphins (hormones that produce feelings of euphoria) and increase your strength and stamina. You’ll need all of your energy and strength to tolerate the rigors of family life and scale the wall to pull little Johnny down from the ceiling beams.

Capitalize on schedule breaks and find stolen moments to practice deep breathing exercises. Perform some basic stretches to relieve tight muscles. Target your chest by reaching your arms out to the side and slightly backwards. Hold for 20-30 seconds and repeat 3-5 times. Go for a short brisk walk to escape, burn calories and improve your cardiorespiratory endurance. Take the stairs whenever possible to increase your activity and get away. Engage in positive self-talk and avoid self-defeating messages which focus on a lack of energy, resources or time. A positive focus will support a healthy mind and spirit.

If you knew what you know now about your current state of physical, mental and spiritual wellness, would you hire yourself to drive your kids around, make family decisions and interact with your kids? If the answer is yes, stay fit. If your answer is anything other than a firm yes, get fit. Start today with small steps. It takes a whole healthy person to do your job.

Trish's Pilates workout featured in Heart & Soul magazine

Trish Muse Releases Mat Pilates - The Foundation Audio CD

Mat Pilates - The Foundation, Audio CD

Mat Pilates, The Foundation, is an audio of beginner mat Pilates instruction. Trish teaches you mat Pilates exercise fundamentals. Starting with standing alignment followed by breathing, you will learn the beginning core exercises. Trish will teach you the drawing in maneuver or belly button to spine, zipping up, abdominal bracing or imprinting,funneling, posterior pelvic tilts and conclude with pelvic bridges.
This workout is ideal for those who have just started Pilates exercise or anyone who needs guided practice at home or at the gym. Stay tuned for the next 30 minute workout release of Mat Pilates.

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Trish Muse Releases Pilates Groove audio cd

Pilates Groove
An energizing yet relaxing and funky blend of original jazz from keyboardist, John Lenny McLean. This audio music cd is a new twist to experiencing Pilates or yoga for everyone. Pilates Groove is an exciting break from traditional mind-body exercise music. It's sure to motivate and inspire you to workout yet give you a mental escape from the demands of life.

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A taste test of PurFoods Fitness meals

I recently had the opportunity to sample several meals from Purfoods Fitness and experience the delivery system. Hopefully this information will be helpful to those of you needing support in getting healthy meals that taste great but are designed to help you achieve your or your client's fitness and wellness goals.

Now for those that don't know me it's huge that I could find something to eat that I wasn't allergic to and also liked. So that should tell you a lot right there.

First, the food was shipped and arrived in 48 hours. It came in what was like a mini-refrigerator, a large styrofoam cooler packed with frozen cool packs with all of the meals contained in a separate plastic bag. This cooler was then enclosed in a large cardboard box clearly labeled perishable and which way to open the box. Each meal was contained in a plastic container with each food item in a separate compartment in the container, which was sealed and then had an additional lid on it as well. I felt eco friendly being able to recycle all of the plastic.

Ok now for the taste test! I tried the turkey quesadilla. It came with a large wheat flour tortilla, salsa, shredded cheese(which actually melted) which had some taste and large pieces of turkey. I felt the meat serving was appropriate and yet generous at the same time. Much to my surprise it was seasoned and not bland. I actually had it for dinner even though I think it was really a lunch item. On a hungry night at the end of the week battling fatigue I would not have had one complaint about that meal. It was just too easy. By the way the tortilla was big!

I also tried the Tomato Bruschetta. Now, I've had my share of bruschetta so I'm fairly experienced. I would put this on a weekly rotation. What a wonderful surprise to find that the bread wasn't white and the cheese actually melted. The bread (3 slices baguette size) was great and not hard. Honestly, I was craving for more bread. The tomatoes were contained separately, and had awesome taste. I didn't leave a crumb for anyone!

The Hoisin Chicken was a basic chicken breast that wasn't out of the "easy bake oven". The rice noodles were fine but I honestly could have used more. The sauce was good. I had it for dinner and again I had no significant complaints. The chicken was seasoned but I don't remember as much flavor as with the turkey in the quesadilla. Oh, the apple compote, was like a scalloped apple dish that was very yummy!

I also got the Grilled Chicken Caesar salad. OK, yes, it was a safety item but if this could be messed up I would not have had much hope for the rest of their menu. It was perfectly fine although the croutons were a little skimpy, probably for good reason. The chicken was actually a sliced breast that was seasoned. The cheese and dressing were good and I didn't run short on them. It was simply too easy-fresh, delivered, appropriately portioned and professionally prepared and nutritionally sound without sacrificing taste.

My only word of advice is you should eat all of the fresh meals first as they REALLY REALLY REALLY are fresh without preservatives. I delayed some of my meals and found my tomatoes and lettuce were a bit limp but I was still able to enjoy it anyway. The food really is fresh and a great way to learn portions, get assistance with your nutrition or just have it completely done for you for the short term during busy times or for the long run.

So, basically I liked the food and would recommend it. Use Purfoods Fitness to enjoy your nutritional experience while you achieve your fitness, weight loss and wellness goals. The link to Purfoods is below if you would like to explore the meal options or introduce them to your clients.
http://www.purFoodsFitness.com/default.asp?af=bodywellness

In good health,
Trish
Trish Muse, MPT, CSCS
Physical Therapist
Wellcoaches certified Wellness Coach
Polestar Pilates Practitioner
PowerBar Team Elite Fitness Expert
]Doce Vida Designs East Coast Fitness Ambassador
www.bodyproductions.com
www.fitnesscontinuum.blogspot.com
www.bodyproductionsevents.blogspot.com

NEED HELP WITH DINNER?

Body Wellness a division of Body Productions, Inc. with Trish Muse, MPT, CSCS offers nutritional support for Wellness Coaching clients and Body Productions clients. Nutritional support is provided by PURFOODS FITNESS which provides chef prepared and dietician approved meals delivered right to your door.

PurFoods Fitness allows you to design a personal meal plan from a large extensive menu that meets your taste and nutrition goals. Meals are prepared fresh,not frozen and delivered to your door.

For more information and to get your discount visit http://www.purFoodsFitness.com/default.asp?af=bodywellness.

In good health,
Trish
Trish Muse, MPT, CSCS
Physical Therapist
Polestar Pilates Practitioner
Wellcoaches certified Wellness Coach
PowerBar Team Elite Fitness Expert
Doce Vida Designs East Coast Fitness Ambassador
www.bodyproductions.com
www.fitnesscontinuum.blogspot.com
www.bodyproductionsevents.blogspot.com