Jun
19
Many readers of my blog enjoy running, including me. Some of us have participated in marathons, some of us haven’t. But I am sure none of us have set our minds to the goal Paul Consella has for the Richland County Marathon.
In one of the more humorous editorials I’ve read at the Onion in awhile, [...]
Jun
06
Sleeping in, resting, lying back feels good until 8 pm Saturday night rolls around and you haven’t gotten your daily workout.
You’ve had all day to do it but… going out to breakfast, sitting on the deck, surfing or watching TV got in the way. Now it’s late and you feel guilty.
Your weekend is free time. Yes, it should be enjoyed. Can’t you just take off the weekend and enjoy it? Sure, of course you can. But then you wouldn’t be reading this if being lazy was what you wanted.
If you feel the way I do when I don’t get in my workouts, then here are 3 of my tips to getting the blood flowing and your attitude up over the weekend:
May
19
Today Google launched Google health - a service designed to help people manage their medical records. Once info is uploaded, you can search for medicines, simple cures and more information about your particular ailments.
It sounds like a great idea, but my first thought was about the potential privacy issues. Do I really want [...]
May
14
If you’ve been following along thus far, you know I went out seeking a pair of shoes that would alleviate the pain I’ve been experiencing from my current pairs of shoes.
What I stumbled on was a shoe brand called Finn Comfort where they claim the most "luxurious, healthy and comfortable" shoe on EARTH. There was talk around the store of Finns fixing knee and back pain and an exercise benefit to wearing them.
Curious as ever, I had to pick up a pair of their Finn Comfort Dijon
This is day 3 of my journey. As such, since these shoes are rather particular as far as break in and adjustment, you should take a look at the first two days of the review:
Part 1: Review of Finn Comfort Dijon
Part 2:Review of Finn Comfort Dijon Day 2
Unlike yesterday, there was no aching in my feet or lower legs. I took this as a good sign that the break in period is just about done. Since I am trying to be thorough for you, my dear readers, I am paying far more attention to the feelings and outcomes of wearing these shoes. I’d never pay so much attention otherwise.
But I still find it interesting some of the early effects of these shoes.
For as long as I can remember, I’ve walked with emphasis on the outside edges of my feet. This is a family trait according to my mother. The Finns seem to be adjusting that as I notice that I’m stepping more squarely with the ground as I walk.
And speaking of walking, these shoes almost feel better walking than they do just sitting at a desk typing. There is a spring-like effect feeling almost ‘bouncy’ as I step. I remember this same bounce feeling from my first pair of Doc Marteens years ago. And I like it. Maybe my dreams of slamming a basketball aren’t dead after all. ;)
I still feel a slight ache in my right foot around where the various supports are pressing into the muscle. I am right handed and I am sure I favor that side as I walk. Coincidence? It’s not a big deal for me, but for some of lower pain tolerance may feel like switching their shoes for a day.
One concern I do have is heel pain. If I am doing an abundance of walking during the day, then my right heel can get in trouble. There have been evenings where I don’t want to exercise because it feels like my heel is crushing a bone.
So far, I see no lessening of the heel strike effect with these shoes. However, time would probably be the best judge of whether they help or not.
Oh, and this small observation… I noticed my toes on both feet are spread further apart when I have my shoes off while standing. Perhaps this is a benefit to my overall balance? Dunno. I certainly wasn’t tripping and falling beforehand, so this may be a mystery that is never unraveled. Like Stonehenge, scientists may be puzzled for centuries over whether these shoes improve my balance.
Well, that’s all for today’s shoe observations. If anything interesting happens between today & tomorrow I’ll post the next follow up. I think however, that I should return to this review in a couple of weeks to give a final opinion. These are expensive shoes and regardless of style, you’ll want to make sure the technology you are purchasing is worthwhile. Otherwise you can just grab something you like the looks of…
May
13
Yesterday I wrote about my new shoe experiment with Finn Comforts. I wanted to see if the claims of comfort and improved bone alignment were true. Though, I have no way of telling if my bone alignment is bad or not. So no nagging. :lol:
Today I’ll note that after getting out [...]
May
12
When I was a kid I wanted a pair of sneakers that would help me jump higher. That’s how salesmen used to market shoes back then. They’d imply some tennis shoe would rocket a 6 year old into slam dunking a basketball on a regulation goal.
Back then, there were maybe two pair worthy [...]
Jan
04
Here are some fun posts that I wrote on other sites. I thought some of you may find them interesting and or informative.
Customize Folder Icons in Vista for Extra Fast Location Of Your Files - it seems like I spend a horrendous amount of time hunting to find the folder I’m looking for. [...]
Oct
21
I admit, eating a lot of butter is not good for anyone. Moderation is key.
From my studies, I’ve found that real butter (in small portions) may be more healthy than margarine. And there might be some good health benefits to eating it. Personally, I eat a small amount on toast a couple [...]
Oct
01
What can Leonardo Da Vinci teach about remaining healthy ?
To keep in health these rules are wise:
Beware of anger and avoid grievous moods. Da Vinci knows the advantage of optimism and seemingly knows the health ramifications of bad moods. Perhaps he sensed a connection between bad attitudes and health issues such as [...]
Jun
04
Imagine how you would feel if motivation was coursing through your veins each day when it was time to exercise? Wouldn’t you have a better attitude? A better outlook? An easier time working on your goals?
Personally, when I am in an intense fitness cycle, I feel like a million bucks and the world is my [...]
