Quick workout.

To any of my friends/colleagues that have wondered where I went...things haven't changed a whole lot, but I am getting stronger. Those that know, understand a bit of what is happening. Those that don't, it doesn't really matter. Five years from now I will look back and smile. I still thank God every day for all my friends and family.




Lets get to it: A quick easy workout that you can get done in about 8 minutes following a good warm-up.


Go as heavy as you can to get the right effect.


Dumbell Thrusters (basically a squat to a press) x 50


Chin-ups (assisted or not) x 25


Break it up any way you want. Stretch at the end and add anything you feel you need to.


Gratefully yours,

JF

The Importance of Fun

Anyone who read my last posting probably got the idea that things are a bit challenging for me lately. That would be accurate.

I was invited to a good friend's birthday party last month. I could not see myself committing even though I knew I should go. My life is very much "up in the air" right now.

About a week ago I decided that I should make it happen. This is a very good friend and he is a very good man. He has always looked out for my best interests in a very unselfish way.

Well I went. I actually put on slacks and a shirt (not gym clothes)and went.

It was wonderful. it has been a while since I had any fun, especially with friends. For the 3 hours I was there I forgot about my situation(mostly). I saw the possibilities that awaited me-even if the victories to come would be bittersweet.

Good friends and a support network are sooo importrant. I am grateful for those that I have.

I am not out of the water yet but I know that eventually everything will be as OK as it can be.

Thank you all.



PS. I may even start doing seminars again and promoting my book and DVDs. What a concept!!

Stay Strong

I haven't posted in quite a while. In fact I haven't done much of anything with regards to my blog, newsletter or website. I am in the middle of a life changing personal event. In fact it is one of the top 10 most stressful events that anyone can experience. I will try to write more on the topic in the future in the hope of helping others deal with their personal traumas.

This event has resulted in a 15 lb weight loss for me, along with other "fringe benefits". Friends and family keep telling me to take care of myself but it is a challenge at best. Finally I feel that I am getting my strength back. The most important "strength" is my inner strength, my core beliefs, my character and personal integrity. You get the picture.

Getting my control back has been tough because of the situation I allowed myself to fall into (with the best intentions I abdicated my personal power). I can say to anyone that has ever had a trauma in their life and felt a loss of control it is important to regain that control any way you can. Small steps over time are better than "no steps at all.


Rediscover yourself through prayer, meditation, a walk in nature, through the eyes and love of your children, your true friends and physical exercise.

I have slowly started to stretch, do some push-ups, some KB swings or whatever. It keeps my energy flowing and helps me refocus my mind.

I am eternally grateful to my friends and family who have come to my aid in this troubling time. Clients that I have been with for years are offering so much support that I feel that I will never be able to repay their kindness.

To all those hurting I say be grateful for what you have and who you have in your life. Focus on where you want to be and the strength that has always been inside of you. As my oldest friend wrote once.."people have gone through torture, war, interrogation, severe injury and other horrible circumstances.". Keep your perspective and have faith that you (and I) will survive.

God never sends more than you can handle.

Yours in strength and eternal gratitude.

JF

You are Never Too Old

Ever watch "older" exercisers work out? It's usually light weights or sitting on the seated row machine. You can see the loss of balance, the loss of core strength etc. If you look close enough you can usually see what was...the strength, the tenacity, the courage that got them to where they are now.


Most of my current clients are over 40 (so am I so that's fine with me!). My goal is to get everyone to train like an athlete.


I wanted to share a sample workout that I recently had with a 75 year old client. We have trained together for about 6 months. He has a history of a hip replacement and bilateral rotator cuff injuries. While I always start out carefully(I was very conservative with his shoulders) my goal is to help him reach his goals.


Try this yourself-adjust the weight, rest periods, intensity accordingly.


Mobilizations and Dynamic warm-up


"4 point" hunting dogs(on hands/feet only) 2x4


1/2 Get Up 2x5/arm


Agility Rings-various patterns x 5-8 minutes



"Terrible 5" (check it out on my "martial arts agility" DVD) 1x10

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Kettlebell Front Carry Squat 2x10


KB Slingshots 2x20


KB Swings 2x10


Perform these three exercises consecutively then repeat


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Lunge with single arm dumbbell press 3x5/arm



Standing band row 3x10



DB Bench Press on Stability Ball 3x10




Cool down/Stretch



Enjoy and remember you are NEVER too old as long as you are alive.


As always, with gratitude

JF

Simple Workout

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Try this quick training routine. All you need are a pair of dumbbells and a will to improve your life.

It should take around 20 minutes. Don't forget to warm-up and cool down.



Squat to curl x 10
Lunge to Press x 10
Push-up to row x 10
Russian twist x 10

Perform 3-5 rounds

Keep the rest periods minimal

Modify as needed

Exercise sensibly

Have fun!

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