SELF CARE

Self-care is not selfish. You cannot serve from an empty vessel.

Eleanor Brown

Today was The 10th Annual Community Fit Fair +Wellness Open House at the Bodenhamer Recreation Center. It’s our gym so it was easy to attend plus we got the benefit of doing our regular yoga and gym workouts. What’s great was it was open to the whole city, not just gym members, so others could partake in the free classes and the information displays. They also had a room set aside for health screenings (balance, blood pressure, etc.) and a place for donating blood. Covering the bases of self care.

There were various displays from health and wellness organizations/health practitioners/local companies. This was our fourth year attending and it seemed there were fewer displays. That was too bad. Of course there’s nothing like offering free items to get people to view their information. Free note pads, pens, t shirts, jar openers, fridge magnets, plus draws for free goodie baskets and gym memberships.

So we toured the displays, took no more than 10 minutes. Had time so did some cardio before yoga. Only three in the yoga class so that was pretty sweet. New yoga instructor. I always find it more difficult when there’s someone new. How about you? Different instructors have their own routine and this morning I was often a step behind waiting to see what pose was next. Change is good so they say. Whoever they are. I don’t know what happened today but my butt was so sore after her class. She must have had us really work that area.

Back to the gym to finish my workout and then a little lunch.

Early morning snacks were granola bars, fruit, homemade bars, and a berry fruit cocktail. Sorry forgot to take pictures.

Late morning was fruit, Greek salad, and turkey meatballs. I did my best to take some photos so you could see the recipes if you’re interested. Everything was delicious.

A great morning. Exercise, information, and healthy eating. What could be better.

I try to be healthy. Not always but most of the time. I exercise, eat healthy (mostly), read, do brain puzzles, and get lots of sleep. I do try. I guess that’s the important part, that I keep at it. That’s what we need to do. Keep at it. In moderation. Haha.

Yesterday my son, Jared, introduced me to this artist. I listened to a few of his and thought you might enjoy this one. It made me smile and that’s also a part of self care.

Barbie Girl – Charles Berthoud

Take care and stay healthy.

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