Category Archives: commitment

Practice, practice, practice…and the benefits of regular exercise

Posted on January 29, 2011 by Fran Hart

If you’ve followed my exercise saga you know that last year I transitioned from Richard Simmons to Wii Fit Plus to power-walking/jogging/running and ultimately to the P90X workout regimen. Then, in September, an injury and subsequent tumble off the exercise-wagon … Continue reading →

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Still working on finding balance

Posted on December 6, 2010 by Fran Hart

This weekend has been incredible. I can’t remember the last time I managed to get so much done in the space of 2 days. I’m quite sure that managing myself through a to-do list is a large part of what … Continue reading →

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In Pursuit of Balance and escape from the 10 pound yoyo

Posted on December 2, 2010 by Fran Hart

In the 6 weeks since my last post (the post where I mentioned my need for balance in my life), I’ve absolutely failed at finding balance. But I’ve succeeded in my efforts to swing the pendulum. The trick now will … Continue reading →

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9 weeks of P90X + 3 weeks of inactivity = square one

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Fran Hart

For those who’ve never tried it, the P90X commitment is not to be taken lightly. The workouts take anywhere from an hour to an hour and a half (if you’re doing the “Ab Ripper” workout after weights). The routine varies … Continue reading →

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My first 5k is behind me

Posted on June 23, 2010 by Fran Hart

Here we are (Saturday June 19), having just finished Vern’s No Frills 5k. My hubby surprised me by running most of the way. He finished about a minute ahead of Sherie (my coach and friend) and me. I’m proud of … Continue reading →

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Ye Ol’ Medicine Ball

Posted on May 24, 2010 by Fran Hart

I’ve let my runs dominate my workouts. This morning I reintroduced Gin Miller’s medicine ball (Power Abs) workout. Whew! That was a nice change of pace. The workout takes a little over 30 minutes. I’m working out with a 10 … Continue reading →

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Reading, Writing and Arithmetic

Posted on November 1, 2008 by Fran Hart

On Reading: Although I regret being harsh in my criticism of Cryptonomicon, I don’t regret putting the book down. The irony that I was “let go” “laid off” “terminated” affected by a “Reduction In Force” the day I posted “I … Continue reading →

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