Comments on: Today’s Physical Challenge

By: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Day #1 | afrobella

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Day #1 | afrobella — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 05:28:20 +0000

[...] this from a cushy air mattress at my friend Jenny’s apartment… (you might recall, the one with all the stairs. [...]

By: Nancy

Nancy — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:53:35 +0000

As a New Yorker, brooklynite and Walk-up Queen, I think the way to stay in shape, is to avoid all the conveniences that make us soft… like the elevator, the closest parking spot, the taxi. I have to lug my groceries ten blocks and two avenues, so you bet my upper arms are more toned then if I just went to the closer corner store. Go out of your way, do more physical labor, and then you’re excercising without even knowing it.

By: michelle

michelle — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 12:03:55 +0000

trying to shake things up by taking swimming lessons. not only am i overcoming my fear of the deep end, i’ve discovered i’ve got a mean breast stroke! i feel like an amazon zooming down the pool! my shoulders are getting stronger and my core is tighter. this success is helping me to face my diet. my problem: my caloric needs are going down, even though i’m more active than i ever was i need less food. my stomach knows but my eyes are in denial.

By: Janelle

Janelle — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 21:40:59 +0000

First off, WELCOME TO NYC BELLA!!!!!!I can’t wait to read your posts as you explore my city!! (sidebar: sorry the temperature hasn’t gotten the spring memo yet! LOL)

Secondly, I too have committed myself to a healthier lifestyle. The last time I lost weight it was an emotional loss – meaning I was stressed out and wasn’t eating as I should. While I thought I was looking good becasue of it, my dear loving friends began to call me “crack pipe”! LOL
This time around, I’m eating better, working out, even paid a trainer UPFRONT so I have no excuses. I know there is a healthier me somewhere in here and I know it’s time to let her shine.
As always, I wish you nothing but the best. If you want to know anything about what’s going on in the city, let me know!

By: Seattle Slim

Seattle Slim — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:58:10 +0000

Besides it just seems counterproductive to be natural and take care of my hair, and not my body.

By: Seattle Slim

Seattle Slim — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:56:49 +0000

I am in good physical shape, but I need to tone up. Because of my height, my “fat” only shows up as “oh she needs to tone up a bit or work her abs a bit” thank God. I’m also of the body type that builds muscle really fast, really easily. I just have to “scrape the frosting” off my cake lol.

I do this because I want to be in the body I know God wants me to have. I do this because I want to go into my 30s and 40s and beyond with the ability to run STILL or lift weights. I want to be strong and I want to cherish my body. That means working out, supplementation with vitamins, whey protein, essential fatty acids like Omega-3s. I want to fuel my body with the best possible fuel. Would you see a Ferrari getting tas at an AM/PM? NO! I believe in “temple maintenance” as well. When I was saved, I believed that Jesus lived in my heart (not figuratively but you get it). Wherever He is should be taken cared of. Well guess what? That’s my body. Besides I love the feeling I get when I put my mind and body to work together. I love how my body feels brand new every time I drink water or eat healthy.

One more thing. Do not think of food as forbidden, evil or bad. It is what it is. Just tell yourself it’s good, but not as good for your “engine” as supreme unleaded ie veggies.

By: ayankha

ayankha — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 22:41:06 +0000

Very positive outlook on those steps. Last time I was in NYC, I stayed at an older boutique hotel and the elevator broke one day. So I had to climb to the 12th floor….after dinner!!!! They next time we went out and had to go back up we took a stroll before conquering the stairs. That helped. Exercising with a full or even satisfied stomach sucks.

I hope you get as much exercise as possible and enjoy doing it.

Off to the gym. ^aYankha

By: Moe

Moe — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 18:05:47 +0000

Welcome to NYC bella!!!!…enjoy your visit

By: Andy

Andy — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 16:05:15 +0000

Bella! Kudos to you for your comittment to your fitness goals! Keep it up! We’ll read this post in a year and be so proud of you.

I recently found that I love doing Bikram Yoga! I accidentally stumbled into one of the classes and once the sweat started pouring,it was the most exhilarating feeling ever!

I have challenged myself to run a 10 miler in April and am having second thoughts. I will read your posts for affirmation! They are always so inspiring. I love the feeling of accomplishment when I run 10 miles but this will be the first time doing it with others. We’ll see how it goes.

By: Love Is Dope

Love Is Dope — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:45:15 +0000

Last year, I lived on the top floor of a three-story walk-up, I walked to work (.6 miles each way) and my job was on the top floor of a four-story building with NO ELEVATOR. Needless to say, I got a pretty good workout on a regular basis. I walked over a mile and climbed up a down a total of seven flights of stairs every week day. Now, I work from home in a building with an elevator. I’m a skinny minnie (always have been), but I really just felt better and more agile when I was getting in all that exercise everyday. I do yoga every morning, but it’s not the same as getting out there and hitting the pavement. So, my challenge is to incorporate more walking/climbing into my everyday life. Plus, I want it to become habit, so that when I’m 60, I’ll still be getting my power-walk on in the park.