Running in the Winter

Happy February everyone! 

31 days of 2013 are officially OVER!  I swear I will be celebrating my 65 birthday in what feels like the next 5 years.  So I better get on the ball especially since my intentions for 2013 are Devotion! My list is a bit extensive. 

I am proud to say that I have actively devoted time for self, fitness, family, friends and business during the month of January.  But the buck doesn't stop there, its time for me to be a bit more devoted to YOU, my fans, my silent stalkers, my zealots or as one person called herself "one of my calm cult followers".  

Many of you know about the group I started Run Sister Run.  It is a running group of diverse women you get together to run casually as well as in organized events.  Here is a picture of our last run together.  

I'm devoted this year to building our group and getting more women off the couch and across the finish line of any race they put there mind too.  :)  I believe the same effort, attitude and drive you put behind running applies in life!  So you can cross the finish line of anything you put your mind too. 

By May 31, 2013 I want to build a street team of 50 runners.  We can do this! And its starting on Sunday Feb 3rd during the NYRR Super Bowl 4 mile run in Central Park.  There are quite a few of us running and I surely plan to sport the Run Sister Run t-shirt.  

Here are some tips for everyone to consider when running in the cold weather:

1.  Wear wicking clothing - It may be cold but you will sweat. 

2.  Cover any extremities that you know get cold - Ears and hands appropriately. Either using gloves or socks you can throw away.  A hat for your head or ear head band

3.  Wear the proper socks on your feet so that your feet are warm and dry

4.  Use baggage check if you are at an organized race to put a dry shirt or coat in.  You don't want to stop a race in the cold and walk off wet.  

5.  Hydrate when you are out there, before and after - you are sweating and the air will be evaporating the sweat at the same time

I recently purchased this new shirt and absolutely love it.  So if you are interested check it out at NIKE.

See you out there on the pavement.  PS our next run is a 5K Feb 10th in Prospect Park followed by another 4 mile Feb 23rd also in Prospect Park.  Want more info leave a message and remember you can also Walk Sister Walk!  And you can be a virtual runner - ask me how.  

Taj 

Photos:  RSR Group Photo courtesy or Taj

Nike top provided by www.nike.com 

Come have FUN with me!

I am very excited to invite everyone to the SELF Workout in the Park event this Saturday, May 12^th at Rumsey Playfield in Central Park! 

SELF Workout in the Park features a full-day, hands-on, all-in-one roster of workouts, workshops, giveaways and more. There’s something for everybody — and every body — go full on, or just have fun — with so much to choose from, you can customize your experience to suit your needs. Come, recharge, rejuvenate and enjoy dynamic fitness classes hosted by who else – CRUNCH, on-site sampling and services courtesy of top beauty, fitness and food brands; expert-led nutrition, style and beauty workshops; and cool ways to win prizes and score free swag.

Yours Truly will be teaching the ROCK Bottom class and Yoga Body Sculpt.  Each class is only 20 minutes and there are two workout areas for you to enjoy yourself.  Bring your mom, sisters, friends, co-workers and experience an event like no other.  I truly look forward to doing this every year.  Hope to see you there! 

On the Main Stage:

11:10am Sexy Stretch  w/Zuta

11:35am Rock Bottom  w/Taj

12pm Ab Attack   w/Michelle

12:25pm Masala Bhangra   w/Sarina

12:50pm Sucker Punch  w/Christy

1:15pm Fly Girls   w/Kristin and Rachel

1:40pm Beach Body  w/Brooke

2:05pm Tabura   w/Reign 

2:30pm La Blast   w/Louis Van Amstel (yes from DWTS)

In the Quite Zone:

11:15am Sunrise Salutations  w/Lisa 

11:40am 10-Spot Pilates  w/Christy

12:05pm  Yoga Body Sculpt   w/Taj

12:30pm Pilates Band Camp  w/ Michelle

12:55pm  BodyArt   w/Brooke

1:20pm  Fat Burning Pilates  w/Zuta

1:45pm  Hippie Yoga  w/ Yvette

2:10pm  POUND Rockout Workout  w/ Kirsten and Christina (the creators of POUND)

EVENT INFO

http://www.selfworkoutinthepark.com/

Time: 11 AM - 3:00 PM Rain or Shine!

Location: Rumsey Playfield, Central Park (entrance at 72^nd Street & 5^th Avenue)

Note: Bags larger than a backpack and or pets will not be permitted into the event

Side note:  Doors usually open about 20 minutes before the classes start BUT there is usually a line of eager people there bright and early waiting to get in.   

Trust me its an experience to remember! 

Taj 

photo:  www.selfworkoutinthepark.com