It’s Like … You’re Reading My Mind
Posted: August 23, 2012 Filed under: Random Workout | Tags: crossfit, exercise, fitness, health, hipster, kettlebell, life, love, lululemon, marathon, meditation, motivation, pilates, recovery, rest, self reiki, trail running, walking, whole foods, WOD, yoga 9 CommentsShields up! Rrrrred alert-
Welcome to Story Time with Uncle Mo! Feel free to pull up a chair or stand if you like. Chances are you won’t be sticking around much longer?!?
Ahh, the end of Summer is near or is it amateur hour is coming to an end? Summer is a time for runners to flock to the great outdoors! Who am I kidding, anyone can be a runner when its nice outside. Where are these peeps when the cold rain starts falling and the sun stops shinning at 5pm? Yup, inside. Telling stories of great conquest and glory from their summer running days.
Just as you are reading this right now the n00bs are putting away their running shoes and “fuel“ bags … There they lie for a long winters rest. The real runners? Heck, this is the best time of year! Running in MUD for free and not paying to do it with a 1000 other so-called runners. Be careful if you mention snow and early mornings amongst a real, die-hard yeti runner! You may never hear the end of it!
The Plan-
The Workout-
Rest Day … Self Reiki and Walking Meditation.
Notes:
Have a splendid day and ENJOY!!!
If I Could Wave My Magic Wand …
Posted: August 22, 2012 Filed under: Random Workout | Tags: crossfit, exercise, fitness, health, hipster, hope, kettlebell, life, love, lululemon, marathon, motivation, natural, paleo, pilates, playing, running, trail running, walking, whole foods, WOD, yoga 20 CommentsWhy are the people hard to manage? Because those above them are fussy and have private ends to serve. That is why they are hard to manage-
When was the last time you truly enjoyed yourself playing (not like that perv)?. Take a gander at the peeps around you next time you go out for a run, what do you notice? We all want to do well no matter what we are doing: Cooking, cleaning, being a better mother or father. And its OK to feel like you want to be the best. Like duh?!? We’re mostly humans here and wanting to achieve is completely natural (so we were told).
Right now would be a good time to go for a walk or grab the flask from the lower drawer in your desk. Just saying …
Our society is completely punch drunk and obsessed with competitiveness. Screw it, no more holding back and toning it down for the granola crunchers of the blog-o-sphere: We have no idea what “PLAYING“ feels like anymore. Gotta run, gotta compete, one more mile, a few more sets. Performance is the needle you are addicted to it! The simple, playful pleasures in our lives are no longer desirable.
Instead of driving the kiddos to soccer practice hoping that they will be the next superstar (a .00000001% of that even happening). Pick up some Jamba Juice and go to a local park, and play. Better yet, break out some sidewalk chalk and get creative:
All of us are deprived of play each and everyday. It’s hard to delineate between running ( insert anything) and work. We base everything on time and performance. How about a flowing stream of sweat and a smile?
The Plan-
The Workout-
Bizzaro CultFit Workout … Yet another “workout” the EXTREME – ELITE fitness types think they invented:
What you need: Some mates, An open space, A few adult beverages (no VitaCoCo allowed) and a med ball that knows how to be treated.
Say hello to Hoover – Ball!!!
**Worry wort parents? The kids can play as well …!**
Notes:
Have a beautiful day today peeps and ENJOY!!!
**The first peep from Canada – Land who can pinpoint the quote at the top without using the Google Machine, gets something!**
True To Myself …
Posted: August 20, 2012 Filed under: Random Workout | Tags: beer sandwiches, boobs, crossfit, exercise, fitness, happiness, health, hipster, intensity, kettlebell, life, love, lululemon, marathon, motivation, paleo, perspective, pilates, running, smile, the rock, trail running, walking, WOD, world peace, yoga 22 CommentsIndeed, Truth sounds like its opposite-
Cool story in the news: Annaleise Carr A shining example of what defined goals can help you achieve! Or if you quiver at the thought of training specifically for the task at hand? Here is your consolation prize: A Nice Wine Glass.
On any given day there are quite a few things that bring joy to us: Waking up on time, missing all the red lights heading to the gym, the first hello and kind greeting we share with another person in our lives. Is it safe to assume that most of you reading today feel the same way?
Then something strange and rather peculiar begins to happen: The ear buds go in, we fire up the “killer” play list and our smiles disappear into a consortium of grunting and screaming sounds … Struggling and fighting the not only the workout but the day as well.
Somethings in life are worth repeating … Life is not a competition. Life is more about health and healing than it is taking a picture of yourself in the mirror at the gym this morning. Life is simply about taking care of yourself. Too many times we have witnessed people using Yoga, Pilates, (Any other program) as a means of getting somewhere, to achieving something. Life is all about being Authentic as You Are.
These are profound words to be digesting so early in the week. They are also rather easy to attack as non-sense and idiotic from your “I Take The Easy Stance“ soapbox. One way to put it is to either compete to your eventual death or enjoy each and every second of your life?
The Plan-
The Workout-
“Hey! Look at the lovely patina on the BOOKENDS over here … “
In the morning: A nice quick intense Warm Up and our Farmers Walk Medley.
In the evening: Happy Hips Warm Up followed by 55 Perfect Pull Ups.
Notes:
Sadly, only 1.046% of the people reading today take the time daily to take care of themselves, enjoying the beautiful bounties of life along the way.
Boobs peeps, its all about the boobs and The Rock! ENJOY!!!
Om …
Posted: August 20, 2012 Filed under: Random Workout | Tags: crossfit, exercise, fitness, free range, gluten free, health, hipster, jogging, kettlebell, lululemon, marathon, motivation, paleo, pilates, running, trail running, walking, WOD, yoga 4 CommentsTruly, humility is the root from which greatness springs-
Sharing a new perspective for all the yoga peeps reading this fine morning!
What do you define as an action? Do you consider meditation an action?!?
Usually when we think of meditation we think of it as an action, a practice. Basically a “verb“ for all the school-house teachers reading today. Don’t worry, we’re not that particular … Meditation is a state of being. It is through the practice of meditation that the “real“ meditation can happen. In order for real meditation to happen you have to be connected to your soul, your “higher self” in order to experience a higher consciousness. Meditation is a state of mind, not so much the practice. Unfortunately we Westerners have limited our meditation to a practice and confined it to this meaning.
Do you practice Dhyana? Or do you embrace the state of Samadhi?
The Plan-
The Workout-
From our “Fist Full of Fury“ series:
Over the next 24 hours perform 1500 total reps consisting of the following movements:
Goblet Squats, Swings (any style), Perfect Push Ups, Lunges ( mix ’em up), Pilates Style Crunches.
**No fewer than 300 reps per any movement … Get creative and work on a weakness, find perfection**
Notes:
Measured performance over a set period of time, not AMRAP in 30 minutes. Our long distance athletes know the value of this style of training and its importance in how you perform. Today’s program is one method and tomorrow we will share another one with you. Until then … ENJOY!!!
Yummy Time With Melissa …
Posted: August 17, 2012 Filed under: Random Workout | Tags: crossfit, exercise, family, fitness, free range, friends, gluten free, happiness, health, hippie porn, hipster, kettlebell, life, love, lululemon, marathon, motivation, Mud Run, natural, paleo, pilates, Quinoa, running, trail running, walking, whole foods, WOD, yoga 10 CommentsI had a stick of CareFree gum, but it didn’t work. I felt pretty good while I was blowing that bubble, but as soon as the gum lost its flavor, I was back to pondering my mortality-
Its always a pleasure to have Melissa from Sweet Wholesome Health over for a visit. Awhile back we were asked by like 400 of you for us to wrangle some delicious quiona recipes from Melissa? We hope you enjoy them as much as we have!
Quinoa Salad
This is one of the BEST summer salads because it is so versatile and can be made to suit any taste preference! It can be served cold (my favorite), warm or hot! Quinoa (actually a seed rather than a grain) is considered a “super-food” because it contains essential amino acids and good quantities of calcium, phosphorus and iron! It is also very mild in flavor, super easy to cook and much faster to cook than a traditional grain. It really is one of the best foods out there so go start experimenting and don’t be afraid to think outside the box:)
Ingredients Needed:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 and 3/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice
- Pepper (to taste)
Optional Ingredients:
- Scallions
- Radishes
- Pepper
- Onion
- Carrot
- Mint
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Goat cheese
- Fruits
- Nuts
- Any veggie you like to eat uncooked:)
Make sure to wash, rinse and drain the quinoa several times. It has a protective coating that will make the water cloudy and if left on it can make it harder to digest. You know your quinoa is clean when your water stays clear after swishing your hand around in it. Then place the quinoa in a small or medium pot, add the water and salt, bring to a boil, lower the heat and simmer with the lid on until all water is absorbed (15-20 min). DO NOT STIR THE QUINOA WHILE IT IS COOKING! Quinoa is very smart. It has its own system of creating ventilation holes on its own. If you stir, you will cause it to cook unevenly. To check for done-ness you can slowly tilt the pot and if water starts to seep out it isn’t done.
When all the water is absorbed remove the lid, turn the heat off and let the quinoa rest for 5-10 min. Then you can fluff with a fork. This is the base for making most quinoa recipes. To make my favorite version continue reading.
While the quinoa is cooking wash and cut up all the veggies you would like to use. For example I would use 2 scallions, 4 radishes, 1 pepper, 1 medium carrot, parsley and goat cheese. Toss them all together in a large bowl and when the quinoa has cooled a bit throw that in as well. Add as little or as much extra virgin olive oil and lemon juice you would like (usually equal parts is good but you can keep taste testing to find what works for you), then salt and pepper to taste.
You can serve immediately and warm or put it in the fridge for a cold salad. It will keep up to 5 days in the fridge! ENJOY 🙂
Other ways to use Quinoa!
You can use it in a burrito instead of rice, mix it with ground beef and make stuffed peppers, use it as a base for any sauce you can think of or eat it cold with some fruit and yogurt for an extra boost at breakfast! What are some of your wild and crazy quinoa ideas?
The Plan-
The Workout-
Warm Up using our signature Happy Hips Warm Up or a Light Flowing Yoga Series, Followed By:
*Roll through this as many times as you like. If you have any bands? Use them to pattern loading these movements.
Notes:
Its been a brilliant week peeps and thank you for your continued support! Seriously, where else can you get tasty, fresh Quinoa recipes? Fall in love again with the dashing, brilliant man Nikola Tesla and learn all the words to Sir Mix-A-Lot’s “Baby Got Back“?!? Just go ahead and say it: “Right here at CultFit baby! That’s where!!!“. CultFit has always leaned towards your spiritual health and well-being. Talking about running, lifting, balancing of stuff , doing burpees and anything else you can think is quite nauseating and painful. We sincerely care about our readers well-being, well maybe not Uncle Mo. He has a strong penchant for reading about your painful injuries and sob stories. Anyways, if you guys are in the area and want to meet up with the members of CultFit? You can catch us at the Glow Run tomorrow night as well as the Corporate Cycling Challenge Sunday morning (the beer will still be cold at 7am …). No matter what? Have a great weekend and ENJOY!!!
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