Balance and flexibility
June 11th, 2007 , 8:12 am by Michelle Halsne
Mental and physical fitness can be measured by these 2 yards sticks. Balance in life and flexibility of the mind and spirit are ultimate signs of strength for me.
This is also true for our bodies. As I rehab my leg on my “balance ball” I realize how important true balance is. I think it represents so much beyond running. I have to be tuned into my body and the world to anticipate the slightest movements and forces that may take me off balance.
Since I have not run in 3 weeks it is surprising to me how the time i dedicated to that area has been eaten up my the “daily grind”. When In the past when I have been sidelined it was obvious to those who share my life. I was cranky, sad, and irritable. This time I have approached my time out as an opportunity to fill those workout hours with positive things. It has worked and although I cannot wait to get back into running shape, I have enjoyed the extra time to cook healthier meals, play monopoly with Olivia (13 year old daughter), and exchange music with Beth (17 year old daughter).
I am not the most balanced and certainly not the most flexible person in the world, but today I am a little more of each.
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June 11th, 2007 , 7:26 pm
Wow - nice post. Is my favorite party girl starting to get philosophical in her old age?
Phil
June 11th, 2007 , 7:31 pm
Balance is a tough thing for most of us. I sometimes feel really overwhelmed by the things I take on. Like, trying for Boston Marathon. I am going to start running again this week and I find that I am afraid that I might not be completely healed.
I hate to take time off and now I’m worried about training again. Weird huh?
I am going to see my physical therapist this week to have him check everything out. I just want to make sure all my muscles are firing properly.