Barefoot & On The Mat April 2021: Spring Has Sprung and I'm Drowning in Pollen! - Page 16

yogapam · 04-25-21, 08:44 PM

Today’s offerings:
~Neighborhood walk
~Jessica’s 360 Abs
~Jessica’s Gentle Yoga + Pilates: Standing Series - I finally caved & bought the download today as I was craving something different. I liked it, sure had a lot of challenging balance work. I look forward to doing the seated series.

Regarding nails....I like to have my feet spruced up and toe nails polished for the summer. I enjoy an occasional pedicure, it’s a nice treat, but I usually do my own. I soak in 2 parts water, 1 part original Listerine (or a generic sub), & 1 part white vinegar with a few aspirin tabs dissolved in it. It’s a great exfoliator. I love the look of polished nails, but I can’t tolerate the feeling of long fingernails and polish never lasts for me.

Cyana - I’ve done that standing practice of Mimi’s a few times, it’s a favourite.

Good week Beth. How nice that you did yoga with your sister!

Waves to all!

Pat58 · 04-26-21, 08:39 AM

Happy birthday Beth!

Donna D · 04-26-21, 08:39 AM

Happy Birthday Beth! Enjoy your special day!

Pat58 · 04-26-21, 08:50 AM

Good morning! Happy MOAN DAY! :d

I had a good gym workout yesterday, the usual 15 minutes recumbent and weight machines. I'm noticing a marked reduction in muscle strength - that has to stop, and I need to get serious again. My back and concave curvature are still so sore, and that's mostly my fault for neglecting my PT exercises. So back out come the weights, stability cushion and hip band.

It was a tough decision but I'm suspending the Holden Qigong for now. There's just no time to squeeze those hour long sessions in plus focus on strength and therapy; besides I have a ton of Lee's material to squeeze in short sessions.

Beth what a great week for you. How did your nails turn out? That shade is gorgeous.

Pam, I don't "do nails" either. With my job typing all day it's a lost cause. Thank you for sharing your foot bath recipe, that sounds therapeutic as well as exfoliating. Nice day of workouts for you!

Sandra, I think you should book that pedicure appointment and have some self care for your birthday.

Paine, I was thinking of you yesterday. You motivated me to do some food prep including Instant Pot steel cut oats and chili, and chopping up veggies for the week.

Paine, sending Moan Day hugs.

Good morning one and all!!!!

toaster · 04-26-21, 09:07 AM

Thanks for the birthday wishes - and hi to Donna!

Pat, I was really happy with my nails. They look all nice and even and feel pretty chip resistant! I used to paint my nails a lot but never do anymore. I could have done my toenails myself, but it's gotten harder and harder to make them all look even (just in the cutting and filling process), and she did a really nice job.

I have off again today!

It's sunny here, which is nice, but a bit chilly - currently in the high 30s, supposed to warm up to only around 50. DH and I plan to go to a local park this afternoon. It's the site of Rochester's annual "Lilac Festival" (well, at least in pre-pandemic times), and although I think it's a bit earlier for the lilacs, there are tons of other trees/flowers/gardens; I believe there's a magnolia section, so those should be in bloom.

Have a good day all!

JustSandra · 04-26-21, 09:35 AM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our BETH!!!

Paine · 04-26-21, 09:53 AM

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEAR BETH!!!

I hope you have a wonderful day today! I'm sending you birthday hugs.

This morning I did:

Unplugged #1907
Essentrics

I had previously written in my Unplugged notes that I didn't like episode #1907. I think I've done that episode only once so I was curious how I would feel about it today. Today I only liked the bicep and inner thigh exercises from that episode. I didn't care for the other 3 exercises in #1907 so overall I'm still not a fan of this episode.

Pat, I've noticed a reduction in my muscle strength too and it pi$$es me off. I hope I can get my motivation back to do more strength work more often.
Aww, I'm so glad I inspired you to do some food prep for the week. Most women like cooking but I don't, so I'd rather do it all on Saturday and then I'll have lunches and dinners all ready to eat during the week.

Beth, your workout week reminded me that I need to do Armatics Taster.

Garrie A. · 04-26-21, 10:51 AM

This weekend I found a cowbell in my attic and I took some virtual lessons from a fellow VFer.

Sound check: Testing, 1, 2, 3....

...sounds good to me...

Wait. I need a stage. Hang on a sec....

Hmm.....

Still looking....

SO: Hunny, what's for dinner?

ME: Haven't decided yet. Give me 10 mins to figure it out...

SO: Well hurry up!

ME: I say we go to O'Charleys for some of their Nashville Hot Chicken.

SO: Now you're talking!

ME: Gotta get on a Zoom call first. Won't be long, I promise...

SO: Ok babe, take your time. Love you.

ME: Love you, too.

FOOOOUUUNNNNNDDD IT!

Rolls out yoga mat...

...GADANK!...

I hear someone has a birthday...

...GADANK!...

Who could it be?

...GADANK!!...

Why, it's our very own Beth...

...GADANK!!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES FROM ME!

The lone male Mat Maven bows out gracefully and exits the Zoom meeting.

Now where was my date outfit??

yogapam · 04-26-21, 11:26 AM

Beth!

toaster · 04-26-21, 11:29 AM

Thanks so much for all the birthday love!!!

Garrie, that was hilarious...and of course, MORE COWBELL!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVsQLlk-T0s

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04-25-21, 08:44 PM
yogapam VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: West coast of Canada, eh. ;)	Today’s offerings: ~Neighborhood walk ~Jessica’s 360 Abs ~Jessica’s Gentle Yoga + Pilates: Standing Series - I finally caved & bought the download today as I was craving something different. I liked it, sure had a lot of challenging balance work. I look forward to doing the seated series. Regarding nails....I like to have my feet spruced up and toe nails polished for the summer. I enjoy an occasional pedicure, it’s a nice treat, but I usually do my own. I soak in 2 parts water, 1 part original Listerine (or a generic sub), & 1 part white vinegar with a few aspirin tabs dissolved in it. It’s a great exfoliator. I love the look of polished nails, but I can’t tolerate the feeling of long fingernails and polish never lasts for me. Cyana - I’ve done that standing practice of Mimi’s a few times, it’s a favourite. Good week Beth. How nice that you did yoga with your sister! Waves to all! __________________ **~Pam~** Certified Level 4 Essentrics Instructor - March 2021 Hatha YTT - 2011 Your body keeps an accurate journal regardless of what you write down..... "Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." Jim Rohn "It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives, but what we do consistently.” - Tony Robbins Check out my Instagram account, @fitness.ficti0n.inspirati0n

04-26-21, 08:39 AM
Pat58 VF Supporter Join Date: May 2002 Location: Connecticut	Happy birthday Beth!

04-26-21, 08:39 AM
Donna D Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Western New York	Happy Birthday Beth! Enjoy your special day!

04-26-21, 08:50 AM
Pat58 VF Supporter Join Date: May 2002 Location: Connecticut	Good morning! Happy MOAN DAY! :d I had a good gym workout yesterday, the usual 15 minutes recumbent and weight machines. I'm noticing a marked reduction in muscle strength - that has to stop, and I need to get serious again. My back and concave curvature are still so sore, and that's mostly my fault for neglecting my PT exercises. So back out come the weights, stability cushion and hip band. It was a tough decision but I'm suspending the Holden Qigong for now. There's just no time to squeeze those hour long sessions in plus focus on strength and therapy; besides I have a ton of Lee's material to squeeze in short sessions. Beth what a great week for you. How did your nails turn out? That shade is gorgeous. Pam, I don't "do nails" either. With my job typing all day it's a lost cause. Thank you for sharing your foot bath recipe, that sounds therapeutic as well as exfoliating. Nice day of workouts for you! Sandra, I think you should book that pedicure appointment and have some self care for your birthday. Paine, I was thinking of you yesterday. You motivated me to do some food prep including Instant Pot steel cut oats and chili, and chopping up veggies for the week. Paine, sending Moan Day hugs. Good morning one and all!!!!

04-26-21, 09:07 AM
toaster Exchange Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Western NY	Thanks for the birthday wishes - and hi to Donna! Pat, I was really happy with my nails. They look all nice and even and feel pretty chip resistant! I used to paint my nails a lot but never do anymore. I could have done my toenails myself, but it's gotten harder and harder to make them all look even (just in the cutting and filling process), and she did a really nice job. I have off again today! It's sunny here, which is nice, but a bit chilly - currently in the high 30s, supposed to warm up to only around 50. DH and I plan to go to a local park this afternoon. It's the site of Rochester's annual "Lilac Festival" (well, at least in pre-pandemic times), and although I think it's a bit earlier for the lilacs, there are tons of other trees/flowers/gardens; I believe there's a magnolia section, so those should be in bloom. Have a good day all! __________________ Beth aka Toaster (she/her) *Follow me @YogiBethC* YouTube\|Instagram\|Facebook And yes, I am Reviewer Dr. Beth on Amazon.

04-26-21, 09:35 AM
JustSandra Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Sacramento, CA	HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our BETH!!! __________________ Sandra "When the going gets weird, the weird turn pro." Hunter S. Thompson

04-26-21, 09:53 AM
Paine VF Supporter Join Date: Sep 2010	HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEAR BETH!!! I hope you have a wonderful day today! I'm sending you birthday hugs. This morning I did: Unplugged #1907 Essentrics I had previously written in my Unplugged notes that I didn't like episode #1907. I think I've done that episode only once so I was curious how I would feel about it today. Today I only liked the bicep and inner thigh exercises from that episode. I didn't care for the other 3 exercises in #1907 so overall I'm still not a fan of this episode. Pat, I've noticed a reduction in my muscle strength too and it pi$$es me off. I hope I can get my motivation back to do more strength work more often. Aww, I'm so glad I inspired you to do some food prep for the week. Most women like cooking but I don't, so I'd rather do it all on Saturday and then I'll have lunches and dinners all ready to eat during the week. Beth, your workout week reminded me that I need to do Armatics Taster.

04-26-21, 10:51 AM
Garrie A. Join Date: Oct 2014 Location: Virginia	This weekend I found a cowbell in my attic and I took some virtual lessons from a fellow VFer. Sound check: Testing, 1, 2, 3.... ...sounds good to me... Wait. I need a stage. Hang on a sec.... Hmm..... Still looking.... SO: Hunny, what's for dinner? ME: Haven't decided yet. Give me 10 mins to figure it out... SO: Well hurry up! ME: I say we go to O'Charleys for some of their Nashville Hot Chicken. SO: Now you're talking! ME: Gotta get on a Zoom call first. Won't be long, I promise... SO: Ok babe, take your time. Love you. ME: Love you, too. FOOOOUUUNNNNNDDD IT! Rolls out yoga mat... ...GADANK!... I hear someone has a birthday... ...GADANK!... Who could it be? ...GADANK!!... Why, it's our very own Beth... ...GADANK!!! *HAPPY BIRTHDAY WISHES FROM ME!* The lone male Mat Maven bows out gracefully and exits the Zoom meeting. Now where was my date outfit?? __________________ Garrie -AFAA certified GFI -Licensed Barre Above instructor -------------------------------------------------------- CLX 6/19-9/19 STS Grad 11/19-2/20, 9/20-12/20 Current Focus: Cathe STS 2.0 Check out my blog by clicking on the "Home Page" link under my profile name.

04-26-21, 11:26 AM
yogapam VF Supporter Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: West coast of Canada, eh. ;)	Beth! __________________ **~Pam~** Certified Level 4 Essentrics Instructor - March 2021 Hatha YTT - 2011 Your body keeps an accurate journal regardless of what you write down..... "Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live." Jim Rohn "It’s not what we do once in a while that shapes our lives, but what we do consistently.” - Tony Robbins Check out my Instagram account, @fitness.ficti0n.inspirati0n

04-26-21, 11:29 AM
toaster Exchange Moderator Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Western NY	Thanks so much for all the birthday love!!! Garrie, that was hilarious...and of course, MORE COWBELL! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVsQLlk-T0s __________________ Beth aka Toaster (she/her) *Follow me @YogiBethC* YouTube\|Instagram\|Facebook And yes, I am Reviewer Dr. Beth on Amazon.