Warning: this post is longer than my usual ditties. The articles in my Your Body is a Fortress series are meant to be more meaty with heft and breadth. So, come back when you have more time if you'd like to learn ...
Tag Archive: health
What I Learned from Racing
Even though I've had to stop racing (e.g., marathon, triathlon, cycling, open-water swimming), I am aware that I dig into my racing and training memory banks often to power me though my day. I'm capturing the essence of a few gems in this post—even if ...
Your Body is a Fortress, Part 9 – Neuron Bench Presses
[This post is geared toward those newly diagnosed with MS or for people who love people with MS. However, these strategies could apply to anyone striving for a healthy brain and body. Still here? Welcome aboard! Photo by Me.] All too often, someone approaches ...
Your Body is a Fortress, Part 8 – Go Nuts!
[Photo courtesy Athena's Pix] An easy way to build a stronger body fortress is to pay attention to what you eat. OK, stop it. Stop it right there. I can hear what you’re thinking! (Seriously, I really can.) “Do you have to take us there!? This is so boring. ...
Your Body is A Fortress, Part 7 – Work with Evolution: a Pep Talk
[Photo: JM Cameron] Special Note: The JaneBeNimble SHOP is open [see new button on sidebar]! I recently opened the not-for-profit JBN SHOP to help support the arts with ...
Your Body is a Fortress, Part 3 – Your Thoughts
My last post was about the tide and the treasures it brings us. Today, I’m moving to our tide inside. The body is a fortress of muscle, ligaments, tendons fascia, and bone. My curiosity ...
Your Body is a Fortress, Part 1
As you read the words on your screen right now, where are your arms? Are they hovering over the keyboard as you tip tap away on the keys? Or, are they supported by your armchair? Or resting on the table? Where is your chin? Is it jutting out toward ...