Here are the details:

1. Nordic walking every Sunday starting at 11:00 AM. Each session should last about an hour.
2. Sessions start Sunday, November 18th, 2012. Last session is Sunday, December 16th, 2012.
3. Meeting location: The Works Restaurant. 363 St, Laurent Boulevard.
4. Cost is $35 for the five weeks. $45 for the five weeks if you rent poles from me.
5. Drop ins are welcome! Individual walks are $7 for people who bring their own poles and $9 for people who rent the poles from me.
6. Cash or cheque only. Thanks.
7. If you have never poled before, please meet me at The Works at 10:30 AM.
8. If you have poled before, please meet at 10:50 AM.

To register, please contact me via my Contact page.

All of the fees I collect will be donated to the Shepherds of Good Hope in Ottawa.

The class starts at 2:30 PM and ends at 4:00 PM.

Should be a lot of fun.

Registration Details

Registration is limited to 12 participants. The price is $22 plus HST.

All participants are to bring their own burst resistant gym ball and yoga mat.

Pre registration is required. The cost for the workshop will be $22 plus HST.

You can register by calling Kalyana Yoga at 613-745-9642.

I have prepared a brochure that you can download.

I will be leading the class and the Nordic Walks. Nordic Walking has the following benefits:

1. Great full body workout.
2. Fun easy to learn.
3. Strengthen abdominals and back muscles.
4. Improve cardio and lose weight.

Class Format

Class size will be limited to ensure individual attention from me.

Date, Time and Location

Sessions start on Monday, September 17, 2012 at 6:30 PM. Class finishes at 7:30 PM.

Registration

Pre registration is required. The cost for the 12 sessions will be $60 plus HST. If you do not have your own poles, you can rent them from me. The charge for the course and the rental will be $75 plus HST.

You can register by calling Kalyana Yoga at 613-745-9642.

I have prepared a brochure that you can download.

I will be leading the class in safe and effective ball exercises that will challenge you and recharge your energy levels. Ball workouts are great. They produce the following benefits:

1. Stronger abdominals and back muscles.
2. Better balance.
3. Stronger legs.
4. Improved performance at work and at play.
5. Improved mental clarity and focus.

Class Format

Class size will be limited to ensure individual attention from me.

Date, Time and Location

Sessions start the week of September 16, 2012. You can choose to attend one of two class times each week:

• Mondays  4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• Fridays 2:45 PM to 3:45 PM

Registration

Pre registration is required. The cost for the 12 sessions will be $180 plus HST. You can register by calling Kalyana Yoga at 613-745-9642.

All participants are to bring their own burst resistant ball and yoga mat.

I have prepared a brochure that you can download.

The format is unique. I will mix Yoga with Tai Chi to create a perfect blend that leads to:

1. Improved concentration and memory.
2. Better balance.
3. Stronger bones.
4. Reduced stress.

Class Format

Classes start with 10 minutes of Yoga to limber up and relax your body. This is followed by 50 minutes of Tai Chi. We will explore the basic 8 form Yang Style Tai Chi and then progress to the 24-form that is popular in China.

Class size will be limited to ensure individual attention from me.

Date, Time and Location

Sessions start the week of September 16, 2012. you can choose to attend one of three class times each week:

• Mondays  2:45 PM to 3:45 PM
• Fridays 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• Saturdays 1:15 PM to 2:15 PM

Registration

Pre registration is required. The cost for the 12 sessions will be $180 plus HST. You can register by calling Kalyana Yoga at 613-745-9642.

I have prepared a brochure that you can download.

Hope to see you there!

One of the challenges many people (and even my clients!) face is sticking with a regular walking program. We are all busy; there are many things that occupy our day and take away from our exercise and walking time. As a result we let our regular walk schedule go. The challenge people find with walking (and most exercise programs) is staying regular and motivated.

Enter Tractivity

I am not a big fan of pedometers. I am not a gadget type person. Having to fuss with a device means that it will probably not get used.

However, I was recently approached by a company out of Vancouver to evaluate a new product that they make. It is called Tractivity. It is like a pedometer (they call that part of the product a sensor) but it does more. In fact, it “tracks your activity” – as the name of the product implies.

Tractivity Motivates

I used the Tractivity product for about a month before it became publicly available. Here are several observations that I think are important related to this product:

Tractivity is Easy to Setup.

There is no configuration with the sensor. The company gave me two options to use the sensor. The first option: I could use a clip and secure the sensor to my shoe using my shoe laces. Alternatively, I could use the insole that they provided. There is a slot at the case of the insole to house the sensor. I found the  first option (clipping the sensor to my shoe laces) much more convenient. The insole has to be modified to fit inside my shoe and was not comfortable. And besides, I have several pairs of shoes and boots so the insole was not practical. As a result, I opted for the clip.

Setting up my online account (to track my activity) was a snap. I provided my email address, a password and some basic information and I had access to the online account in no time.

Tractivity is Easy to Use

Syncing my sensor with the online account was easy. Tractivity provides a USB stick to wirelessly talk to your sensor. The USB reads your history and the web access from your computer uploads the information into your online account.

Seeing My Progress Was Motivational

I found that seeing my daily walking activity very motivational. In fact I was surprised at how much walking I did between walking the dog, running about to see clients, dealing with daily chores and … going for a walk!

The Tractivity Solution

There are two product configurations for Tractivity. The Essential Bundle includes the sensor, the USB stick and a placeholder clip. The Premium Bundle includes all of the items in the Essential Bundle plus the pair of insoles and a measuring tape.

Overall

I recommend the Tractivity. It is easy to use and setup. It is a great motivator. Its only shortcoming I could find was that it was not convenient for people who wear shoes with no laces. people with custom insoles will have to use the laceholder.

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There are a limited number of spots available (restricted by the room size), so if you want to attend you need to contact me right away to secure your spot.

• 

Level: Intermediate to Advanced
• Dates: Classes will start on Monday, March 26th, 2012 and will run through to June 4th (except Easter Monday, April 9th)
• Time: 9:15 AM to 10:15 AM
• Location: Kanata Beaverbrook Community Centre
• Registration: To secure your spot, please contact me via my website or by phone (613-296-8276)
• Cost: There are two options -

1. Full session fee is $120 ($12/class)
2. Drop in fee is $15 per class

The workshop will address the following questions;

1. Does yoga build bone?
2. What poses should I avoid if I have osteoporosis?
3. How should I modify my poses if I have osteoporosis?

The workshop is based on my new book, Yoga for Better Bones. Copies of my book will be available for sale at the event.

Registration Information

The session is planned for 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM on Sunday, April 15, 2012 at Kalyana Yoga in Ottawa. Cost is $30 + HST and registration is being handled by Kalyana Yoga.

You can learn more about Yoga for Better Bones at MelioGuide.com.

I came across this short (18 minute) video presentation by Dr Terry Wahls on her personal experience with nutrition as a means to heal her body and brain. I encourage you to look at it and maybe use it to establish your New Year’s resolution for 2012.

I wish you and your family a Happy New Year and look forward to working with you in 2012!

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