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Disney Vacation Workout: Corrective Exercise on the Road

admin — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 00:26:04 +0000

I am on my way back from (or just got back from-depending on when I finish this-my 4 year old is playing with his cars so I have a moment or 2 now) an amazing vacation. My wife and three children took our first family trip to Walt Disney World in Orlando Florida. It was the trip of a lifetime! The wonder, excitemet and magic in my kids eyes was priceless. I documented a chunk of my trip in pictures on my Facebook page http://Facebook.com/theericbeard friend my and just message me that you read my blog if you want to connect there.

I had to wake up early or stay up late to get this work in since I was enjoying the time with my family pretty
much every waking hour. I do my SMR / soft tissue work first followed by my static stretching for any muscles that are shortened. I typicaly do my core stabilization work next then any needed activation work. I have been utilizing some variations of some Yoga poses during my stretching sessions and have really enjoyed the benefits.

My best an biggest workout came while the wife and kids took a nap on a rainy afternoon. I got my rolling on while they were settling down then grabbed my bands as headed outside once they laid down for some zzzs.

I went out in the rain and did a total body workout with some Yoga and sprints. It was amazing to be outside and working out. It was refreshing especially after the rain stopped. I got a few strange looks from passers by like they were thinking “what is this nut doing? He’s going to get struck by lightening!”

It was peaceful by the riverside. There was a crane that stayed next to me the entire time, even during my sprints and dynamic flexibility. It felt great to take care of my body on the road during this hectic trip. It would have been easy to blow everything off and come back home feeling all tight and crummy but I am so glad that I didn’t. I didn’t over do it, but took car or myself to be able to feel good and move well. I felt like it kept my energy up too. I was pushing a double stroller full of 2 kids with bags draped over it and sometimes a third on my back. I needed to be up to the task. I enjoy active type of vacations and this sure was one. I walked and walked and walked in the Florida heat for hours a day and felt great, albeit sweaty.

So it is ok to unplug, step back and dial down, but take care of yourself to keep feeling great. I bet you enjoy your vacation even more.

Hope you are having an awesome day!
Eric Beard
Corrective Exercise Specialist
CEO A-Team
AthleticShoulder.com

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admin — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 15:53:48 +0000

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admin — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 14:54:14 +0000

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Are you going to help make a positive difference or sit on the sidelines?

Thanks for reading and watching!

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Halloween Fun

admin — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 03:52:00 +0000

We’ve got a family tradition where we dress up as a theme every year. This year my sister in law and her twins came up from NY to round out our group. If you couldn’t tell, we went for the Wizard of Oz. We had the Wicked Withe of the East, the Wicked Witch of the West, the Glynda the good witch, the Scarecrow, the Tin-Man, the Cowardly Lion, Dorothy and me…the scary tree from the haunted forest. I have to admit, I was not all that excited about mt contribution this year, but once we got together it fit pretty good. We also went to our Uncle Charlie’s who dressed up as Oz, set up a fog machine and wired the Oz soundtrack through his outdoor speakers and a floating/talking head. It was a blast. I spent most of the night fending off ax attacks from my 4 year old who was the Tin-Man, but it was worth it.

I was happy to see several people actually giving out individually bagged pretzels and “healthier” versions of treats. Don’t get me wrong, the kids loaded up on Snickers, Kit-Kats and the like, but there was a conscious effort by some of my neighbors. they get props!

I am retiring for the night, I hope you enjoyed your holiday weekend.

Eric Beard
theericbeard@blogspot.com
www.ericbeard.com

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Good to be Home

admin — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 03:35:00 +0000

I enjoy my work on the road, but my true passion is currentyl upstairs sleeping, my three children. It is easy to get caught up making a living and making a difference for others, but at the end of the day it has to happen at home. I admit that personal and professional balance is a challenge. A unique example of a balance keep is that I had to help y daughter with her physical therapy exercises. Amazing that almost everyone needs regular flexibility and core training these days. Funny that my boys want in on the action when they see me working with my daughter. I love helping them, although it does not really feel like truly unplugging but when you love what you do…it doesn’t feel like work!

Enjoy your down time this weekend!

Eric Beard
theericbeard@blogspot.com
www.ericbeard.com

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