#backyard happiness

[ethanspring]

Some core exercises in the backyard and some thoughts: 

There are only three directions your core can go: 

Up/down. (Picture touching your toes then reaching for the sky and arching your back.)

Pendulum left then right. (Picture a pendulum or grandfather clock)

Twisting left and right (picture a discuss throw type movement) 

All moves are pictured here and by simply repeating these movements in an exaggerated motion, you will have hit every part of your core in a very natural and functional way.  

[ethanspring]

I rarely do moves targeting my abs. Lots of calisthenics is how I would mainly define my workout regimen. Lots of body squats, pull-ups, push ups, burpees, lunges, stretching, Yoga and isometric strength poses. Throw in swimming during season, which is now in Florida, plus a clean diet of mainly vegetables, fruits and largely fish protein. Want to know anything else? Just ask, my message box is open.   

[ethanspring]

First a shout out to Jerry Garcia. Not because of his musical contributions, although the legacy the Grateful Dead left is impressive to say the least….

But because of the soft but sturdy silk men’s suit ties which double as excellent blindfolds. 😉

[ethanspring]

Backyard happiness. That is a one busy mama. 

[ethanspring]

Backyard happiness with my new camera. 

[ethanspring]

“Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it.”

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