Gave myself a Christmas present
I saved little by little and finally was able to buy a kayak that will meet my needs (I hope). Although I have kayaked periodically and...
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pabbott
- Nov 12
- 1 min
Three years on a rower
I started rowing 20+ years ago on the water in an eight-person boat. As part of that training, I was introduced to the Concept2 rower. I...
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pabbott
- Sep 10
- 1 min
A Busy Month with Challenge Completed
I have been engrossed for the past month in finally completing a project I have worked on for the past four and one-half years. Two days...
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pabbott
- Aug 3
- 1 min
Morning walk
Up early this morning for a walk on the beach. The heat has left for a few days, this morning a beautiful 70 degrees.
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pabbott
- Jul 2
- 1 min
Morning Walk on the Beach
Early this morning I had a beautiful walk on the beach -- before it gets too warm later in the day.
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pabbott
- May 19
- 1 min
Sunrise with Full Moon
Just pay attention and there are many everyday wonders! Above is an illustration -- a morning walk with sunrise and full moon at the same...
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pabbott
- May 9
- 2 min
Fitness Myth #2
Often women state that they want to be “toned” but not build muscle. There is a common misconception that a woman who lifts heavy...
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pabbott
- May 7
- 3 min
No pain, no gain?
We have all heard the exercise-related axiom “no pain, no gain.” But how true is that axiom?This saying would be more accurate as “no...
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pabbott
- May 6
- 2 min
Growing Older, Growing Stronger
Following menopause, women experience a number of changes that can impact long term health and independent functioning. These potential...
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pabbott
- May 3
- 1 min
Turtle Patrol
This week is the start of "sea turtle patrol" at Emerald Isle beach shown above at sunrise. Volunteers, including me, walk the beach each...
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pabbott
- May 1
- 2 min
My Favorite Toy
During the pandemic, the gym was closed and I am no longer able to run due to knee issues. I had previously owned a Concept2 rower which...
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pabbott
- Apr 29
- 1 min
Make Knowledge Action
When we have challenges achieving a health/fitness related goal – eat a healthier diet, work out more often, reduce the stress we are...
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pabbott
- Apr 28
- 1 min
It's Never Too Late
For those of us “of a certain age”, there is an inevitable decline due to the biological processes of aging. However, there is...
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pabbott
- Apr 26
- 1 min
Fitness Myth #1
When I first meet with a client to discuss his/her fitness goals, very common requests are I want 6-pack abs, I want to get rid of these...
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pabbott
- Apr 25
- 1 min
Hobbies
Hobbies are important activities throughout life, but become more prominent in retirement. Now there is more time to do all those things...
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pabbott
- Apr 22
- 1 min
What's for dinner?
Time to plan the menu for Sunday dinner. This week is a Mexican theme. It starts with Margaritas and shrimp tostado bites. The main...
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pabbott
- Apr 21
- 1 min
Trip of a Lifetime - 16 Days in the Grand Canyon
In 2009 at age 58, I had the opportunity to spend 16 days rowing, paddling, and hiking side trails along the entire length of the...
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pabbott
- Apr 21
- 1 min
My Idea of Retirement
Pat receiving her M. S. in Exercise and Wellness in December 2015 In my early 60's as I was getting near "retirement" age, I gave some...
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pabbott
- Apr 20
- 1 min
So many lakes, so little time
After our pre-breakfast walk to the hoodoos and views of Bow River Valley, Mary and I a spent the rest of the day with a lake...
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pabbott
- Apr 20
- 2 min
Balance
About five years ago I realized one day that I had started to sit down to put on my shoes. I had never done that before; I always stood...
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