Hello there! How is everyone? After an amazing vacation, the Batey's are now back into the full swing of things with homeschooling, co op, writing class, swimming, ballet, baby therapies...etc...! Whew...it has been quite a week. Tim and I are officially busier then we ever thought we would be, but we feel peace and excitement for all of the avenues and opportunities that our family gets to participate in.Perspective is everything! If I look at our current schedule and see all of the ‘assignments and appointments’ I could easily get overwhelmed without perspective. Perspectivereminds me that we are so blessed to be able to do what we do! It is the SAME with exercise and healthy eating. To be honest, Tim asked me if I would maybe want to ease up on my Balanced Life Group Fitness schedule...but we both quickly agreed: NO WAY! In fact, it is the early morning exercise (and joy that goes along with knowing those precious ladies) that unequivocally adds to the rest of my day! Even on those early mornings when another 2 hours of sleep sounds heavenly, I know that I am so blessed to get to exercise. I have a healthy body, free from injuries and sickness. I try not to ever take that for granted. Many people out there are pushing through great physical challenges just to stay in shape. Runner’s magazine does such a great job publishing inspiring stories about athletes (normal and great) who rise above overwhelming injuries, mental challenges and health problems to just simply exercise. I hope that wherever this email finds you in your health journey, that you have the proper perspective on the challenges and demands of your current situation.
For some more MOTIVATIONAL stories check out some of these videos and stories: http://www.
Speaking of challenges...the BLGF girls need to help me decide what Half Marathon we want to do in the late Winter. So far:
Seaside School Half Marathon and 5K
Sunday, March 4, 2012, at 7:00am
http://snsrun.com/
26.2 With Donna (Half Marathon)
February 12, 2012
Marathon, Half Marathon, and Relay 6:30 a.m.
Jacksonville Beach, Florida
http://www.
38th Tallahassee Marathon & Half Marathon
Sunday, February 5, 2012
http://www.
PLEASE review these and let me know what you are thinking! We will probably start our training in December, and this is an approximation of a given training week:
1-2x/week- short runs
2x/week- FUSION CLASSES- strength training, PiYo (pilates, flexibility, core work)
1x/week-Saturday Long Run
Training for a half marathon is a FANTASTIC way to keep you healthy and involved in a fat busting routine throughout the Holiday Season...and it is also a great way to enjoy the sweet smell of victory in many areas of your life. Maybe you have never identified yourself as an athlete, as disciplined, as a finisher. Consider working towards a very achievable goal! You can walk or jog this at your OWN PACE! All it requires is marking your workouts on the calender and completing them one day at a time. I am here to pace you, encourage you and train you...all you have to do is stay committed.
If you are trying to weed out dairy from your diet, here is a fun trick that I tried and enjoyed over vacation:
How To Make Whipped Cream from a Can of Coconut Milk
http://www.thekitchn.com/
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Seaside School Half Marathon and 5K
Sunday, March 4, 2012, at 7:00am
http://snsrun.com/
26.2 With Donna (Half Marathon)
February 12, 2012
Marathon, Half Marathon, and Relay 6:30 a.m.
Jacksonville Beach, Florida
http://www.
38th Tallahassee Marathon & Half Marathon
Sunday, February 5, 2012
http://www.
PLEASE review these and let me know what you are thinking! We will probably start our training in December, and this is an approximation of a given training week:
1-2x/week- short runs
2x/week- FUSION CLASSES- strength training, PiYo (pilates, flexibility, core work)
1x/week-Saturday Long Run
Training for a half marathon is a FANTASTIC way to keep you healthy and involved in a fat busting routine throughout the Holiday Season...and it is also a great way to enjoy the sweet smell of victory in many areas of your life. Maybe you have never identified yourself as an athlete, as disciplined, as a finisher. Consider working towards a very achievable goal! You can walk or jog this at your OWN PACE! All it requires is marking your workouts on the calender and completing them one day at a time. I am here to pace you, encourage you and train you...all you have to do is stay committed.
If you are tired of tight clothes, the scale, fatigue, depression and stressing out about getting in a workout, consider Balanced Life Group Fitness. We meet 4-5 days a week before the interruptions and demands of the day, and our workouts provide ALL one needs to see and enjoy the benefits and results of consistent exercise. See the schedule at the bottom of this page.
If you are trying to weed out dairy from your diet, here is a fun trick that I tried and enjoyed over vacation:
How To Make Whipped Cream from a Can of Coconut Milk
http://www.thekitchn.com/
Here is our schedule for the next few weeks:
Classes meet 5:30-6:30am
Off of Fred George Road, NW Tallahassee
MONDAYS-
A.K.A All Over Mondays…a high intensity circuit class that combines bursts of cardio with fabulous strength training moves. Geared to rev up the metabolism at the beginning of the week!
TUESDAYS-
Cardio endurance. ALL LEVELS…come and get that heart pumping for the entire class…work on distance or speed, walking, jogging, or running. We meet across from Hunting Estates
THURSDAYS-
Strength Training…always different methods and moves to tighten the body and build fat-burning muscles.
FRIDAYS-
Flexibility Fridays…SO IMPORTANT for keeping your body LEAN and YOUNG! This is such a beneficial class for overall health and pain free living!
What do you bring?
Yoga mat, towel, water and 2 sets of weights…I will supply the rest
May you be blessed in Health, Peace and Joy!
Jenn Batey
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