I know this is always something that needs to be taken with a thought process that allows you a learning curve that is outside an obvious physical exertion but the relationship between the thought and the action is very conected
Caboolture Road Runner Series
Bribie Island played host to the latest 8k run by the Caboolture Road runners or as some mentioned where was the course ? as a bit of confusion reigned trying to negotiate left hand or was that right hand turns still all made it to the surf club finish. 
Col was tryin
g to big note himself do you think any body noticed .
Again Mark tried to ensure all runners had some type of inspiration to get them through
heart break hill at Bribie! streaching it at bit at bribie
Now listen here Steve was all ears listening to Marks announcments at the end of the race. The inaugral woodford relay was a great success and mark thanked all those who worked hard to make it so. See details at the website http://www.crr.org.au/
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Yoga or not to Yoga just bend me shape me any way you want me
You finally made the decision to practice yoga, but which style of yoga is the best one for you? There are many types of yoga, and while they usually have common elements, their focus is often quite different. If you have not been physically active in a long time, then one of the more gentle, slower moving styles may be right for you. If you are an athlete or are very physically fit, you might want to check out some of the more strenuous forms.
The following is a list of the more common yoga classes that you will find.
Hatha Yoga - Almost every style of yoga practiced in the west is some form of Hatha Yoga. It includes asanas, breathing exercises, relaxation, and meditation. Each of the individual forms of yoga has a different emphasis, but classes usually include some combination of these elements.
Ashtanga - This is a very fast paced, intense style of yoga. It follows a series of postures, which are always done in the same order and are connected with the breath. Each posture flows directly into the next one, so it is a very demanding practice. Ashtanga can be a good choice for physically fit individuals who like a challenge.
Iyengar - This type of yoga, which was developed by B.K.S. Iyengar, is focused on proper body alignment. Poses are held for long periods of time and the movement from one posture to another is slower than some other styles. Props are often used to help maintain proper alignment, so Iyengar can be a good choice for those who have physical limitations. Since it focuses so much on correct body alignment, it is also a good starting point for beginners before they move into faster paced styles.
Bikram - This style of yoga was created by Bikram Choudhury and is also known as ‘hot yoga.’ Classes are held in rooms heated up to 100 degrees in order to allow your body to stretch without injury and release toxins. Practitioners move through a series of twenty-six postures, with each one being held for a period of time. This is a strenuous style and should be avoided by people with certain health conditions unless they get clearance from their medical professional.
Power Yoga - This is an intense workout that is a hybrid of Ashtanga, because the postures do not necessarily follow a particular sequence every time. Asanas move from one to another and they require a great deal of strength and stamina. Power yoga is best suited for athletic, well-conditioned individuals. It is my favorite type of yoga, and even though I am in excellent physical shape, I find it very challenging.
Kundalini - This type of yoga combines postures with specific breathing. Its purpose is to release the Kundalini energy that is housed at the base of the spine and allow it to move upward. Its ultimate goal is spiritual enlightenment.
Kripalu - This style of yoga is meditation in motion. Its goal is for the individual to gain a deeper inner awareness and to nurture a relationship with his or her body. Classes include gentle yoga postures with coordinated breathing and an emphasis on alignment. They also include an extended period of meditation and relaxation.
Integral - Created by Sri Swami Satchidananda, this type of yoga is very gentle. Classes have a greater emphasis on the meditative rather than the physical aspects of yoga. Integral Yoga is included in Dr. Dean Ornish’s program, which has been shown to reverse heart disease.
Viniyoga - This style was created by T.K.V. Desikachar and is a therapeutic approach to yoga. It focuses on breathing in conjunction with movement. Viniyoga encourages modified postures to meet an individual’s specific needs and abilities. It would be a valuable style for someone who is dealing with an injury or other physical restriction.
Once you’ve chosen a specific type of yoga, it doesn’t mean you have to stay with it forever. You can choose to focus on another style for a while or mix several different types depending on how your mind and body feel. Whichever type you choose, the most important thing is to continue doing it on a regular basis so you can enjoy the rewards that yoga brings.
Go fast food mini pavlova for breakfast
lots happening
Well where do you start, bridge to brisbane run and won perfect winter conditions for getting out and about My training buddy Wayne and I took a trip to Kooralbyn Valley S/W of Brisbane for a go at the 12 hour Mountain bike challange. And a challenge it was as hardy souls took on the course in 2,3,4, preson teams with the Sicko’s doing it by themselves. A tough demanding course saw plenty of stacks, and the need to apply skill going down hill as well as energy going up.
We started of well but a broken chain and a 5k run back to the checkpoint was a bit hard to come back from but a great event definatly a character building time.
12 hour Mountain Bike Challange
1st lap of a very long day at the 12hr Mountain bike challange at Kooralbn Valley .310 hardy souls fronted for team efforts of 2,3,4, person and the sicko”s that elected to go solo.
cross training for something different
endurance sport or idiocy
A Mantra to Help You Through the Tough Spots: Forward Motion at All Times
by Frank McKinney
48 hours, 49 minutes, 20 seconds. That is how long it took me and our six-person crew to complete my journey across the Death Valley Desert.
Our Badwater Ultramarathon adventure began at 282 feet below sea level at 6:00 a.m. on July 11 and finished 135 miles later at 8,500 feet above sea level at 6:49 a.m. on July 13. More at badwater.com . By clicking this link, you should be able to see many stories and photos found on the webcast.
The high temperature on the course varied from team to team. We saw 131 degrees. Others saw as high as 137. It was over 120 for most of the race. One German team took a reading of the newly paved asphalt and it read an astounding 203 degrees.
I suffered greatly, going places in my mind and body that I never thought existed. Most unexpected was coming back or recovering from the depths of debilitation on more than one occasion to put on my hat and shoes, roll out of the van, and get moving again. Relentless forward motion was the mantra.
The sights and majesty of the desert were a constant companion. We saw two nights and three sunrises. The night skies shown more white than black as there were countless stars and distant galaxies that made me want to look up often to see shooting stars by the dozens. I looked forward to the sunsets for the beauty and the drop in temperature.
While there were many highlights that will unfold over the next few weeks, one that comes to mind is the finish. The last 13-mile climb from 3,500 feet to 8,500 feet began at 3:00 a.m. First light began to show the outline of Mount Whitney just before 5:00 a.m. The grade was steep, sometimes over 15%. There was no running, just a steady march up the many switchbacks. The sun rose, and below and far beyond we could see where we had come from. A long, snaking highway that disappeared over the range we had crossed the day before.
When we arrived within a few blocks of the finish line, my mom, wife, daughter, and the rest of the crew joined me for the final slow sprint to break the tape as a team. After crossing the finish line, I was overwhelmed with crystalline pure jubilation. A feeling of great accomplishment that was over a year in the making. We all joined hands and thanked God for the strength, courage, patience, and enlightenment that was bestowed upon us to get us to that point - 48:49:20.
One of the mental images I relied upon to get me going when I thought I couldn’t was that of those less fortunate. You see, this experience was not just for the sense of accomplishment and personal growth. I have had the good fortune of plenty of that. This experience was for those with whom we are called upon to share our blessings. It was the thought of those suffering in Haiti, Indonesia, Honduras, Nicaragua, and here at home that kept me going and allowed me to experience the finish line.
I thank all of our sponsors who can be found on our website , and I thank you for sharing in this most meaningful experience.
God Bless,
Frank McKinney
www.frank-mckinney.com
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