When performing these lunges make sure the focus of your movement is to the corners rather then straight forward, this is to help avoid any pressure put on those precious little legs and feet of your little one.
Aim for 100 using the right leg forward (corner) and back (corner). And 100 using the left leg forward (corner) and back (corner).
I filmed this short video clip about a year ago, 1 week before my wonderful friend Catherine Ledlow (Known to the Broadway community as Catherine Wreford) was diagnosed with a Cancerous Brain Tumor. She has been fighting this battle all year and I’m thrilled to say she is doing it with a smile and a positive attitude. Catherine is still exercising responsibly even going through cancer treatment. Please let this motivate you to eliminate the “I CAN’T”, if this exercise is not appropriate for you then reach out to me for exercises that are. Move that body and love every moment and opportunity you have to do so.
Aim for 100 leading with the right knee down first, then 100 leading with the left knee down first. Take your breaks where you need then (3 deep breaths or 10 seconds max). Challenge yourself but always safety and caution comes first when engaging in exercise with your baby. Slow and deliberate movements.
Working out at home or at the gym is wonderful, the benefits are endless.
Studies have shown exercise and physical activity performed outdoors in a green environment can boost mood and even self-esteem, and benefits can be seen with as little as 5 mins a day.
“Green Exercise” is physical activity/exercise that is executed in the presence of nature. That means in a park, working in a backyard garden, on a nature trail, or other green spaces.
Walking, jogging, gardening, cycling, boating, fishing, horse back riding, swimming, and skateboarding are a few examples of outdoor physical activity.
It’s spring so get some spring in your step and get outside for some “Green Exercise”.
A couple of days ago I posted on Facebook 6 tips to help you get your splits. Some of you have asked what specific stretches should be focused on. The following stretching routine is tailored specifically for the purpose of achieving the ability to perform both front splits and side splits. It consists of the following exercises:
1. lower back stretches
2. lying buttock stretch
3. groin & inner-thigh stretch
4. seated calf stretch
5. seated hamstring stretch
6. seated inner-thigh stretch
7. psoas stretch
8. quadricep stretch
9. lying V stretch
This info & more available in my book “Anatomy of Stretching”. Visit http://www.craigramsayfitness.com to order your autographed copy and be on your way to discovering your splits.
One of the main reasons I wrote the book “Anatomy of Stretching” is because I want everyone to have the chance to experience the freedom of movement the Broadway Dancer has. Too many people to count have reached out to me over the years with a goal to achieve the splits. I’ve developed routines that will help get you there. Visit my website and pick up your copy of my book and achieve your splits.
“If we all were responsible meat eaters (organic, humane, and know where we are getting our animal products), then we would not only be healthier and more chemically balanced, but we would be more energetically in tune with our planet.” — Craig Ramsay as heard on The Ricki Lake Show May 2013
Green Eggs With No Ham!
24-44g protein, 255 calories. 2-3 eggs with 1/2 cup spinach and 1/3 cup mushrooms. Skip the Ham – you already have enough protein provided from your eggs. Plus the piggies are some of my favorite animals at the Harrow Fair.
I completely understand that saying such statements will have “smokers” fuming, that’s ok, it’s actually said with love & compassion. Quitting smoking has been compared to quitting heroin. This is not an easy over night journey for most. The message here – “We care about your health SMOKERS, even if you don’t”.
I LOVE NY! I absolutely detest walking the Manhattan street sidewalks. To quote a lyric from Sweeney Todd the musical “CITY ON FIRE!”. Second hand smoke is so obnoxious. Why should us non-smokers have to deal with this? Which leads me to have this discussion…
“A Smoker doesn’t prioritize their health, so why are they going to care about yours”.
I’ve personally never smoked, I have many family members that do. It baffles and concerns me greatly that these people I love with all my heart still choose smoking over their own health, and over the possibility of getting sick or even dying from such an addiction. Are they seriously alright with leaving their family relationships prematurely for these tobacco sticks??? This is serious! Why aren’t we talking about how controlled our loved ones are by the cigarette industry? And who is behind this?
Let’s start the intervention, and if you have already been talking about it… talk about it again. It’s time to stand up for your own health as well. We can send love and support for those needing to quit this disguising, selfish, addiction. Do not allow people to smoke around you. You can’t stop LOVE & PROGRESS.
Fast food – leads to fast health issues. I came across this video when I googled McDONALDS french fries because I had a feeling their fries are NOT vegan. I am correct, these fries are not even vegetarian. Please watch to learn the facts.
This is an exercise out of the gym that does help your gym workout.
STEP 1 HERE IS THE TASK, FIND AN OLD PICTURE OF YOURSELF AS A TODDLER.
STEP 2 STARE AT THE PICTURE OF THAT BEAUTIFUL INNOCENT CHILD FOR A SOLID 1MIN.
STEP 3 ASK THESE QUESTIONS OUTLOUD AND ANSWER THEM OUTLOUD TO YOURSELF.
1. WHO IS THIS CHILD? WHAT DOES THIS CHILD LIKE? WHAT DOES THIS CHILD LIKE TO DO FOR FUN?
2. WHAT ADVICE CAN YOU GIVE THAT LITTLE CHILD YOU FEEL WOULD PROTECT HIM/HER?
3. TELL HIM/HER (OUTLOUD) SOME OF THE NEGATIVE, HORRIBLE THINGS YOU SAY OR THINK ABOUT YOURSELF (ANSWER OUTLOUD).
4. TELL HIM/HER YOU LOVE HIM/HER AND WILL PROTECT HIM/HER. EXPLAIN TO THIS CHILD HOW YOU WILL BE THERE FOR THEM.
WE HAVE TO START TREATING OUR ADULT SELVES WITH THE LOVE & CARE WE HAVE FOR CHILDREN. THE SECRET TO YOUTH IS TO TAKE CARE OF OUR INNER CHILD. LOVE YOUR INNER CHILD AND THE WORLD WILL BE YOUR PLAYGROUND, AND LIFE WILL ONCE AGAIN BECOME FUN. TAKE THIS NEW ENERGY INTO THE GYM WITH YOU. PLAY, PLAY PLAY!
HERE IS THE PICTURE I CHOSE TO USE FOR THIS EXERCISE.
THANK YOU FOR BEING SO VULNERABLE.
BABY CRAIG
Finding the pep in your step.
This year movement is fitness. Fitness has got to be fun, and we have to play! This is such a great example of tuning into our inner youth and finding joy and pep in every step.
FIT & PHAB 