Weekend Challenge

Because you want to be (or continue to be) Fabulous at 50
50 push ups
50 sit ups
50 walking lunges - make it harder by wearing a back pack with books in it
50 seconds of plank
50 burpees.  yup.

Lessons From ‘How To Live Forever'

The average life expectancy for an American today is 77.9 years -- but for some people, that’s simply not enough.

Following the death of his mother, documentary director Mark Wexler devoted about three years of his life trying to understand the title premise of his new film, “How To Live Forever.” The documentary (which Wexler promises in the beginning will only take up about an hour and a half of your life) releases nationwide today, offering a comprehensive and surprisingly uplifting look at death, dying, graceful aging and longevity.

Traveling from California to Japan and back again, Wexler spoke to a variety of experts, including scientific leaders, religious figures, funeral directors and even a representative from a group that freezes dead bodies with the intent to bring them back to life when science allows.

But Wexler also interviewed a handful of people in the 80 to 100-plus community (including a few cameos from the oldest people in the world) about why they’ve been able to celebrate so many birthdays. From one of the most famous fitness personalities of modern times to a cigarette smoking marathon runner, here’s some of their most salient advice on aging gracefully:

Delores Bates at age 80, Ms. Senior of Arkansas: Continue to find new dreams

In one of the early scenes of the documentary, Wexler visits the 60-plus Ms. Senior of America Pageant in Las Vegas, where a “philosophy of life segment” replaces the swimsuit portion of the competition. (One senior cracked during this part of the pageant, “I’m may be a senior, but I’m still hot. It just comes in flashes).

Here, we meet Ms. Senior Arkansas, who at age 80 is dancing on stage after a total knee replacement. Her pastor didn’t approve of a trip to sin city, but Bates went anyway. And while she didn’t take home the crown, she says she’s still a winner -- getting married again after being widowed for 17 years. “He can drive at night,” she says. “That’s a plus when you get older.”  

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shrimp and bay scallop ceviche

adapted from The Summer Shack Cookbook by Jasper White

12 ounces to 1 pound of bay scallops, fresh or frozen (thawed)

12 ounces to 1 pound of 31/40 count shrimp, fresh or frozen (thawed), peeled, cut in half width-wise
2 navel oranges
juice of 6 limes
1/2 bunch scallions, chopped
1 small red onion, halved lengthwise and very thinly sliced
1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

get the entire recipe & how to HERE

Weekend Challenge

25 Walking lunges
20 Push Ups
10 Wall Jumps
25 Tricep Push ups
30 Sit-ups

Perfecting your push up

Push ups are an awesome move.  It's full body and you can do it anywhere.  Even though it's basic, it can easily be done poorly.  Watch the video below and get out the mirror-how does your's compare?

Green Mango Salad

If you are like me, you have probably bought a green mango before. It doesn't smell ripe, it's hard and it's, well...green. The good news is you can still use it without waiting for it to ripen, you just have to use it as a vegetable.

You can make a really easy crunchy and tangy salad, using the following:

serves 2:
2 small cucumbers
1 large bell pepper
1 green mango
1-2 green onions
Himalayan salt to taste
1 tbsp olive oil


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Weekend Challenge

this picture is both weird and creepy.

Find a jump rope and get jumping!
Do the following 2 times through:
100 jumps
20 squats
20 push ups

10 First-Time Tips From Everyday Triathletes

By Paul Tyler Toughman Triathlon

You have a job. You have a family. You signed up for a triathlon. You want to get a great time and still balance other important parts of your life. How do you manage it all?

There's no better way to find out than by talking to those who have. We found six age groupers who have not only balanced the demands of life and the sport, but have succeeded at them all.

What's the common thread? The Toughman Triathlon in Westchester, New York, offers the 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike ride and 13.1-mile run while recognizing the time constraints of everyday life. Many finishers of the Toughman have plenty of advice to pass on to newcomers.

"Our race is intentionally designed for age-groupers," said Richard Izzo, event organizer. "We attract time-pressed athletes looking for a half triathlon their whole family can enjoy."

What did they have to say? We spoke to them and walked away with 10 tips for success this year:

continue reading here

Bloody Mary Tomato Salad

Salad
1 cup finely chopped red onion
3 tablespoons Sherry vinegar, divided
2 pounds cherry or grape tomatoes, halved (from about 3 pints or 10 ounce containers)
1 cup chopped celery hearts (inner stalks and leaves; from 1 bunch)
1/2 cup chopped brined green olives plus 2 tablespoons olive brine
2 tablespoons prepared horseradish
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/2 teaspoon celery seeds
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oilKosher salt and freshly ground black pepper


get the directions and pairing suggestions here

Weekend Challenge

For this weekend's challenge time yourself and post it back on your camp's facebook page:


20 Birddogs (10 on each side)
50 Squats 
20 Push ups 
10 Birddogs 
50 Squats 
15 Push ups
8 Birddogs 
50 Squats 
9 Push ups




Birddog:

Stomping on the Heel Strike-By Dr. Daniel Lieberman

Why do we run? And more importantly, how should we run?

The legions of marketing mavens hawking running shoes will tell you a heel strike is safe with their shoes on, but some scientists happen to vehemently disagree. The controversy over this subject can be as heated as the ideal-diet debate.

Dr. Daniel Lieberman is a professor of human evolutionary biology at Harvard University and an avid runner. His research on human evolution and accident prevention has led him to believe in—as well as utilize—the forefoot running pattern.

Scholarly Ian Wittenber of Again Faster stops by Harvard to discuss this topic with Dr. Lieberman in hopes of understanding more about the evolution of proper running form.

Click HERE for the video (15min 39sec)  

Baked Apples with Cinnamon, Raisins and Walnuts

Serves 4

4 Granny Smith apples, peeled or unpeeled
½ cup raisins
¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ cup water
Raw Honey for garnish (optional)



Click HERE to go to DandyDishes.com for directions.  

Weekend Challenge

1 mile run
15 squats
25 sit ups