What a Community Organizer Does

http://www.time-blog.com/swampland/2008/09/what_a_community_organizer_doe.html

It was a "faith-based" organization.

  Jeff

Upcoming game for Wii & Wii Fit

http://picasaweb.google.com/balanceboardblog/RabbidsGC08

Slide show: http://picasaweb.google.com/balanceboardblog/RabbidsGC08/photo#s5237131486357983826

I love these Rabbits.

    Jeff

new experience... Zumba

http://www.google.com/search?q=Zumba

Did this today at nearby fitness center.  It was very good. Lots of music I was semi-familiar with.

I found myself being comfortably achy tonight.  Pretty sure I'll be going back.

from the wikipedia article:

Zumba

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Zumba is a fitness program inspired by Latin dance. It was founded by Miami-based dancer and choreographer Alberto 'Beto' Perez, who teamed up with two local entrepreneurs: Alberto Perlman and Alberto Aghion. Zumba combines Latin rhythms with cardiovascular exercise to create an aerobic routine that is fun and easy to follow. The name Zumba is derived from a Colombian word meaning to move fast and have fun. Zumba sells DVDs/videos through its website and via infomercials. More than 3 million DVDs have been sold in over 30 countries. Zumba currently has over 9,000 instructors worldwide. On October 15, 2007 Zumba was showcased on the Today Show.

"We utilize the principles of fitness interval training and resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning, and total body toning. It's a way of mixing body sculpting movements with easy-to-follow dance steps," says creator Beto Perez. "It's fun and addictive." "It's wonderful to see so many people having fun while getting fit," says Perez. "I think the terrific Latin rhythms in the program have taken the 'work' out of "working out." ^[1]

Mr. Low Body Fat's Blog

http://mrlowbodyfat.blogspot.com/

Among the many jockish things on Mr. Low Body Fat's blog one will
find links to items that are of use to those of us trying to find
fitness activities that fit into a non-violent lifestyle.

Initial reaction to the Wii Fit

My initial reaction to the Wii Fit is that it moves very slowly.  Doesn't motivate me to come back for more,  although there is a lot of potential there.

I found the Rayman Raving Rabbids more interesting ;)

HOWEVER,  I will persist because I think it will pick up.

There are aspects of the Fit which would be nice to customize.  For example there are places where a whistle is blown....  my wife says "Nobody blows a whistle at me"  & I concur.  Any kind of sound could be used...  the "listen-up coach whistle" is not necessary.

Music Is Elementary

https://musiciselementary.com/

This is a great place for simple but interesting musical instruments
and books.

Lots of percussion instruments, economically priced.

jeff

good article about back pain & dance at The Hip Circle

http://www.thehipcircle.com/article/display.asp?ArticleID=160

Great explanation of the pain I have experienced and exercises to
alleviate it.

Plus a good bibliography.

And an interesting gateway into the world of bellydance! Something I've
always appreciated.

A Guide to Cutting Back When You Feel Overwhelmed | Zen Habits

http://zenhabits.net/2008/01/a-guide-to-cutting-back-when-you-feel-overwhelmed/

The Effects of Stress and Overload

We all know that too much stress is bad for us. Sure, you can't avoid stress completely, and without some stress we would never grow. But too much stress? It leads to problems.

Stress leads to many health problems, for example: headaches, muscle aches in your shoulders, neck, back … it ages you prematurely, leads to ulcers, heartburn, high blood pressure, heart disease, overeating and more. Not a pretty picture.

essence is to cut back, monitor activities,  and plan.