Even under the best of circumstances, striking a balance between “real life” and focusing on health and fitness is no easy task. Fold in military spouse life, and it kicks that challenge up a notch!
This category will give you insight from a milspouse perspective, including workouts, celebrating victories (large and small), and how to put your health as a priority, no matter what milspouse life throws your way.
Trust us. These great resources will make you “sit-up” and take notice. Don’t “weight” too long or “waist” any time. “Run” through these blogs. We are serious. “Jump” to it.
PS: Don’t skip leg day.
Remember the good old days—before anyone had coined the term “social distancing?”
So far, 2020 has been marked by an escalating global crisis fueled by the spread of COVID-19. Now that the United States has joined the list of countries with widespread cases, we’re coping with the tragedy of human loss, the financial impact on our communities and our pocketbooks, and the shared responsibility of slowing the spread of the virus.
Living overseas has been a real wonder, and I have loved nearly every aspect of it: the diverse cultures, the traditions, the gorgeous landscapes, the history, and don’t get me started on the amazing food!
The country acted quickly with shutting down most things before COVID-19 had a chance to majorly impact Germany. While businesses are slowly (and I mean slowly) opening back up with new rules and regulations, I can’t help but wonder what our remaining time here will be like?
I had an opportunity to catch up with Sergeant First Class Heather Boyd and ask a few questions. Boyd is an inspiration, and I had the privilege to work alongside her at the Army Ten-Miler. There is a degree of “grit,” and if you’ve read a few of my other columns, then you know what I’m referring to.
Boyd has faced obstacles and managed to persevere. There are a number of roles that play a prominent part of her life.
Who would want to jump out of an airplane before it lands? After all, there are steps you can walk down. But it happens to be the same person who tackles the JFK 50-Mile Run with a portion along the Appalachian Trail.
We are going through interesting times now. Many of us are adjusting our lifestyles in ways that we have never had to before. This is the time to look after one another.
I have asked some athletes about the impact of COVID-19 and changes to their lives. All forms of athletic activity are undergoing changes and restrictions.
The new balance includes furloughs, working from home, daycare, and homeschooling. And somewhere on the list is fitness.
Here are some comments about changes from coaches and athletes themselves.
I have these annoying visitors that pop in occasionally. They’ve randomly shown up for the last 2.5 years and seem to do so at the most inopportune time. Before you think I am a terrible friend, I’m not talking about actual people.
I’m talking about anxiety and panic attacks.
Have you ever been tortured by those two? I had never dealt with them before in my life. I did have some interaction with them equally as the annoying cousin known as postpartum depression after having both my boys, but never anxiety or panic attacks.
Until one morning in November 2018.
The first step is always difficult. You have to understand that there is a goal to be achieved. The fear of the unknown can make you hesitate and question your ability to succeed.
Psychology Today defines fear as, “an emotional response induced by a perceived threat that causes a change in brain and organ function, as well as in behavior. Fear can lead us to hide, to run away, or to freeze in our shoes. Fear may arise from a confrontation or from avoiding a threat, or it may come in the form of a discovery.”
Fitness, for some, is automatic, almost natural, and little thought is required. To others, fitness requires a well thought out plan. The plan can include having a partner on the journey to offer moral support.
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