COACH CYNDEE

I recently started doing Himalayan Salt Stone Massage and Thai Massage.  Here are some of the great benefits that await you if you schedule one!   The benefits of a Himalayan Salt Stone Massage: Negative ions are produced when heated providing a sense of relaxation. The heat of the salt melts restrictive fascia to go deeper into the muscles and loosens the joints andt he moist heat of the stones helps with soothing inflamed muscles and joints. Leaves the skin feeling refreshed and glowing and the salt stones contain moisturize and plump up the superficial layers of the skin. May detoxify and alkaline the body. May aide in reduction of insomnia, blood pressure and stress. On a spiritual level: Can ground and balance meridian levels, chakras and electromagnetic field. Clear your prana and energy. Himalayan Salt Stones are used with a choice of organic coconut or massage oil for your relaxation needs. The stones can be used in conjunction with othe...

When people come to me to begin an exercise program they are usually more than ready to get started.  They have been waiting for the right moment and want to get going as soon as possible.  I love the enthusiasm a new client brings to my training group.  Sometimes their enthusiasm gets the best of them because they overdo everything.  Sometimes they restrict too much food and don’t want to take a day off from the gym.   When you begin a new program don’t make these mistakes.  1.      Doing too much too quick.   Take it easy in the beginning and don’t be afraid to do less rather than doing more.   This will lessen the likelihood that you will become injured and make it more likely you can work up to the harder stuff.   Don’t be afraid to ask your trainer for a modification for an exercise if you are struggling through something.   Some people just push through it and then don’t realize they overdid it until the...

My second triathlon ever!  I think I went the wrong way on the bike at this race It's that time of year when the first triathlon of the season is ONLY a few weeks away.  By now you should have your events for the year planned out.  If not the entire year you should have the first half of the year planned out.  During the winter many people choose to ride indoors avoiding the colder weather and it's also very unlikely you have been in the open water.  As the weather starts to get nice and the daylight longer you should be outside on your bike.  The indoor trainer is great during the winter months but there is nothing like having experience on the road.  This is especially true for newer cyclist who lack the bike handling skills of the more experienced rider.  I would suggest a minimum of 2 bikes a week be outdoors when the weather is nice.  It is great experience to ride in all types of weather too so don't shy away from riding outside on...

Some people suddenly come to the realization that they are out of shape and unhealthy so they make drastic changes right away which are very hard to stick to.  If you want to make changes that will stick then I suggest making simple changes that will be realistic.  Once you have made several good changes and have stuck with them add in other changes and continue the process.  Here are 10 easy changes that just about anyone can do. Park in a spot that is further away from the front of the store rather than circling around to find the closest spot.   Take the stairs if you have the option instead of the elevator or escalator.  Drink more water each day. If you don't drink much at all set a lower goal of 1/2 gallon a day. If you exercise and know you don't drink enough then shoot for one gallon a day.  This will make you feel better, improve you skill and decrease cravings.  Add more vegetables to your diet.  Try and get 3-5 servings of vegeta...

Its never enjoyable to do something your not really good at.  When it comes to triathlons most people have one discipline they are not that good at.  Some people have one discipline that they really hate and are horrible at.  Most times people have one discipline they are really good at and they do that one more than any of the others.  Unfortunately most people don't do enough of the sport that they are really bad at.  I find this especially true of the people who are horrible in the pool.  If you are a really bad swimmer one thing (other than getting a coach) that will make you better is to swim more.  I usually suggest people get in the pool 4-5 days a week for 20-60 minutes if they need a lot of help and the same is true for the bike.  If you want to become stronger on the bike then I would suggest you bike more.  If you are thinking about doing a triathlon this year and you are really bad at one of the disciplines then take time to maste...

People think because they are training for a Marathon (half or full) or Ironman (half or full) that they will lose all kinds of weight.  Don't get me wrong some people do lose weight, but many do not.  There are a number of reasons for this and it can be very frustrating for the athlete that wants or needs to lose weight.  If you are training for a longer distance event then you can expect a few things to happen to your body and mind.  Many people have the mentality that after their longest workout of the week they need to reward themselves for their hard work and this typically comes with a lot of food.  You may have just completed a 4-8 hour workout you deserve it…..right?  Not really why negate the great gains from your workout by eating a bunch of unhealthy food.   Focus on eating healthy and nutritious food to replenish and help repair the damage from your hard workout.  Many times people think because they are training so much they don't ha...

I recently completed my 11 th Ironman in Chattanooga, TN. Racing in a place you have never been to is always an adventure.   Traveling with someone you are not with all the time can also be an adventure.   My friend of many years was racing too so we decided to save some money and room together.   He got there Wednesday night and I arrived Thursday morning.   I walked into the room and immediately noticed the freezing temperature in the room.   Upon getting there I had to use the bathroom and almost fell in the toilet because he did not put the lid down after using the bathroom.   I can only imagine the humor of me getting injured because I fell in the toilet or had hypothermia.   Ok maybe I’m being a bit extreme but you get the point.   My roommate Christian for the next several days wanted the room temperature in the 60’s whereas I preferred high 70’s low 80’s.   There seemed to be no compromise between us so as he would turn it do...