What are you doing Thursday night?
November 8, 2009
November 6, 2009
Pilates (guest post by Suzy Stout)
Congratulations on the weight loss, Kathy! You are doing great. Keep that momentum going. I cannot take credit for the 3 pounds, but with Pilates, you will certainly notice your clothes fitting better; longer, leaner muscle tone and improved posture in no time. You will be more aware of your body, especially your abdominals, as you learn to engage them with every breath.
Kathy has progressed from the 5 Basic Principles of breathing, pelvic placement, ribcage placement, shoulder stabilization, and cervical placement, through some Matwork and onto the Reformer that you see pictured in her latest blog. The Reformer begins to add resistance to your arms and legs while keeping your core engaged in every movement. It is a challenging total body workout, but you get to lay down for a good part of it. How great is that?? As I have aged, I find that I don't need or want to work out as hard as I did even 5 years ago. All that heavy breathing and jumping around is ok in small amounts, but I find I crave a calmer, gentler form of exercise that hits all the trouble spots between the neck and the knees. Pilates is all that and more.
I am trained in the STOTT PILATES method and have found it to be much more functional than some of the other methods of Pilates out there. Because STOTT is very anatomically based, I am able to modify the exercises to accomodate any level of exerciser, from beginner to advanced. The attention to form and technique is crucial to Pilates practice and will determine if you achieve the results you want. For more information about STOTT PILATES, go to http://www.stottpilates.com/. If you would like to try a session of Pilates and see if it is for you, give me a call at 574-970-2000. Group Mat classes utilizing small props are also offered on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. and your first trial class is free! Just let me know if you would like to join us.
As for Kathy, we are going to get back on track next week since our schedules clashed this week. She will be moving on from the Reformer to the Cadillac and I am sure will have lots to share about that particular piece of equipment.
Kathy has progressed from the 5 Basic Principles of breathing, pelvic placement, ribcage placement, shoulder stabilization, and cervical placement, through some Matwork and onto the Reformer that you see pictured in her latest blog. The Reformer begins to add resistance to your arms and legs while keeping your core engaged in every movement. It is a challenging total body workout, but you get to lay down for a good part of it. How great is that?? As I have aged, I find that I don't need or want to work out as hard as I did even 5 years ago. All that heavy breathing and jumping around is ok in small amounts, but I find I crave a calmer, gentler form of exercise that hits all the trouble spots between the neck and the knees. Pilates is all that and more.
I am trained in the STOTT PILATES method and have found it to be much more functional than some of the other methods of Pilates out there. Because STOTT is very anatomically based, I am able to modify the exercises to accomodate any level of exerciser, from beginner to advanced. The attention to form and technique is crucial to Pilates practice and will determine if you achieve the results you want. For more information about STOTT PILATES, go to http://www.stottpilates.com/. If you would like to try a session of Pilates and see if it is for you, give me a call at 574-970-2000. Group Mat classes utilizing small props are also offered on Monday and Wednesday evenings from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. and your first trial class is free! Just let me know if you would like to join us.
As for Kathy, we are going to get back on track next week since our schedules clashed this week. She will be moving on from the Reformer to the Cadillac and I am sure will have lots to share about that particular piece of equipment.
November 5, 2009
November 4, 2009
FASHION CONFESSIONS
(as seen in Michiana Family Magazine, October 2009)
Hello my name is Kathy, and I’ve never confessed before. I have sins…sins against fashion.
Everyone had a fashion story that haunts them. The time you walked out of the bathroom with toilet paper stuck to your overly priced pump; or the button that ‘went missing’ at an inopportune time; maybe it’s the time you showed up at the very important party wearing the exact same outfit as your arch nemesis.
Even though wardrobe nightmares have happened to all of us, when it happens to US, we feel mortified…and we never speak of them again. But when we get together as girls, all of our “dirt” comes out in the open!
Consider this…
I was on my way to Virginia for a business meeting. I thought I looked quite stunning on the flight…cream pants, a dusty blue and cream lightweight pull-over sweater, loads of pearls and of course, my double Spanx. Yes – double!
Well, compression garments (Spanx) are HOT! On the flight, I thought I was having a hot flash. So, I went to the restroom, and removed one layer of Spanx. Came back to my seat and started chatting with the lady sitting next to me. After 5 minutes of conversation, I felt I knew her well enough to tell her that I had removed a layer of Spanx because I was so hot. She went on to tell me that she had always wanted to try Spanx, and was hinting that I allow her to try the pair I had removed.
I am a generous person, but giving someone a compression garment that was no longer in the package seemed weird to me. She nagged me the entire flight…to the point where I decided to purchase a pair for her and mail them to the address on her business card. I wonder what her co-workers thought when we received undergarments in the mail.
Do You Travel For Work?
I was out of town on business. The goal of the trip was to meet and schmooze a new client. Part of the schmoozing was a big presentation, where I would stand in front of a boardroom full of executives and present ‘why they should spend money with me’. After that meeting, we headed to dinner. Later that night when I got back to my hotel room - feeling like I was on top of the world - I went into the bathroom and noticed that my zipper was down....all the way down. PANIC! How long had it been down?
I still don't know if I got the project.
What is your typical Mommy day?
I spent the entire day today in PJ pants, and old stained NBC sweatshirt, no makeup, and my hair in a ratty ponytail. When I look in the mirror, all I can think of to say about this look is "fabulous...NOT!" Did I mention that I ran to Martin’s and to the dry cleaners in this fab ensemble?
When Your Wardrobe Doesn’t Cooperate…
Last week I met with a new client. As I was rushing out the door, I realized that I had a hole under the arm of the top I was wearing. I didn't have time to change, so I just didn't raise my arm all day. The hole was bigger than I thought, so I avoided shaking the hand of the client…bad, bad, bad.
Ever Search for a New Signature Fragrance?
Last summer, I was on a quest for a new perfume. The one I love had been discontinued. I got one I thought I would like - so, every morning, I'd spritz a little on - and head out for my day. As the summer went on, I noticed that people around me seemed to stink. I mean, seriously - doesn't anyone in northern Indiana wear deodorant in the summer? After several weeks of the smell following me everywhere, I realized, it was my new perfume. The stink was me! Apparently over the course of the day, the nice clean citrus smell turned to a bad b.o. stink. Nice...
What To Wear
Last week I wore a sheer top without a cami...it needed a cami, BADLY. So to avoid an embarrassing moment, I double-stick-taped the sweater to the top (just to be sure no one could see anything they shouldn't). But it got really hot in my office that day, so I took the sweater off…forgetting about the sheerness of the cami. At lunch, I ran out to get a sandwich…forgot the sweater. I remember thinking to myself “who cares, I am not going to see anyone”. Well, I did. I ran into the pastor from our church.
What Not To Wear
My husband and I went out of town a few weeks ago on a much needed get away. I packed my favorite jeans, the one I spent too much money on – but look like a million bucks on me. As I was getting ready for dinner, I put on the lucky jeans, and quickly realized exactly how much weight I have put on this summer. Yikes!
Well, we went to dinner and got seated at a great table. I slide into my seat and hear ‘rip’…I was so embarrassed, I didn’t even mention anything to my husband. I just sat there…wondering what ripped. Wondering how I could gracefully wear a napkin as an accessory to cover up the hole in my jeans.
I got the courage to go to the ladies room to inspect the damage. I walked with my head held high and a little spring in my step to the restroom…that was all the way in the back of the restaurant. To my horror, the rip was right in the middle seam of the backside of my pants.
I called my husband from my cell phone in the bathroom. We ended up ordering pizza from the hotel room.
Hello my name is Kathy, and I’ve never confessed before. I have sins…sins against fashion.
Everyone had a fashion story that haunts them. The time you walked out of the bathroom with toilet paper stuck to your overly priced pump; or the button that ‘went missing’ at an inopportune time; maybe it’s the time you showed up at the very important party wearing the exact same outfit as your arch nemesis.
Even though wardrobe nightmares have happened to all of us, when it happens to US, we feel mortified…and we never speak of them again. But when we get together as girls, all of our “dirt” comes out in the open!
Consider this…
I was on my way to Virginia for a business meeting. I thought I looked quite stunning on the flight…cream pants, a dusty blue and cream lightweight pull-over sweater, loads of pearls and of course, my double Spanx. Yes – double!
Well, compression garments (Spanx) are HOT! On the flight, I thought I was having a hot flash. So, I went to the restroom, and removed one layer of Spanx. Came back to my seat and started chatting with the lady sitting next to me. After 5 minutes of conversation, I felt I knew her well enough to tell her that I had removed a layer of Spanx because I was so hot. She went on to tell me that she had always wanted to try Spanx, and was hinting that I allow her to try the pair I had removed.
I am a generous person, but giving someone a compression garment that was no longer in the package seemed weird to me. She nagged me the entire flight…to the point where I decided to purchase a pair for her and mail them to the address on her business card. I wonder what her co-workers thought when we received undergarments in the mail.
Do You Travel For Work?
I was out of town on business. The goal of the trip was to meet and schmooze a new client. Part of the schmoozing was a big presentation, where I would stand in front of a boardroom full of executives and present ‘why they should spend money with me’. After that meeting, we headed to dinner. Later that night when I got back to my hotel room - feeling like I was on top of the world - I went into the bathroom and noticed that my zipper was down....all the way down. PANIC! How long had it been down?
I still don't know if I got the project.
What is your typical Mommy day?
I spent the entire day today in PJ pants, and old stained NBC sweatshirt, no makeup, and my hair in a ratty ponytail. When I look in the mirror, all I can think of to say about this look is "fabulous...NOT!" Did I mention that I ran to Martin’s and to the dry cleaners in this fab ensemble?
When Your Wardrobe Doesn’t Cooperate…
Last week I met with a new client. As I was rushing out the door, I realized that I had a hole under the arm of the top I was wearing. I didn't have time to change, so I just didn't raise my arm all day. The hole was bigger than I thought, so I avoided shaking the hand of the client…bad, bad, bad.
Ever Search for a New Signature Fragrance?
Last summer, I was on a quest for a new perfume. The one I love had been discontinued. I got one I thought I would like - so, every morning, I'd spritz a little on - and head out for my day. As the summer went on, I noticed that people around me seemed to stink. I mean, seriously - doesn't anyone in northern Indiana wear deodorant in the summer? After several weeks of the smell following me everywhere, I realized, it was my new perfume. The stink was me! Apparently over the course of the day, the nice clean citrus smell turned to a bad b.o. stink. Nice...
What To Wear
Last week I wore a sheer top without a cami...it needed a cami, BADLY. So to avoid an embarrassing moment, I double-stick-taped the sweater to the top (just to be sure no one could see anything they shouldn't). But it got really hot in my office that day, so I took the sweater off…forgetting about the sheerness of the cami. At lunch, I ran out to get a sandwich…forgot the sweater. I remember thinking to myself “who cares, I am not going to see anyone”. Well, I did. I ran into the pastor from our church.
What Not To Wear
My husband and I went out of town a few weeks ago on a much needed get away. I packed my favorite jeans, the one I spent too much money on – but look like a million bucks on me. As I was getting ready for dinner, I put on the lucky jeans, and quickly realized exactly how much weight I have put on this summer. Yikes!
Well, we went to dinner and got seated at a great table. I slide into my seat and hear ‘rip’…I was so embarrassed, I didn’t even mention anything to my husband. I just sat there…wondering what ripped. Wondering how I could gracefully wear a napkin as an accessory to cover up the hole in my jeans.
I got the courage to go to the ladies room to inspect the damage. I walked with my head held high and a little spring in my step to the restroom…that was all the way in the back of the restaurant. To my horror, the rip was right in the middle seam of the backside of my pants.
I called my husband from my cell phone in the bathroom. We ended up ordering pizza from the hotel room.
(photo from styletips.com)
Thrift Store Shopping
Recently, I was thrilled to help with 3 morning segments for Fox59 - Indianapolis. The segments were all about shopping at Thrift Stores!
To see the first segment, click HERE
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