http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogList.asp?sort=organizer&schedule=97 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:45:37 EST en-us http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2719 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2719 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:30:00 EST You've heard it before. Put on your own oxygen mask before attempting to assist others. When was it exactly that you noticed your mask had slipped? Was it when you realized that your idea of balance was driving with one hand, and talking on your cell phone while eating fast food with the other? Perhaps it was when you looked at all of the clutter on your kitchen table and counters, the stacks lining the entry way and stairs. You may have even contemplated tossing everything out the ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2717 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2717 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:49:11 EST What fitness trainers and professional organizers know is that YOU are unique. Your body type, your personality and work style are like no one else's. That's why specific workouts have different effects on different people - metabolic rates vary widely and we now know how important it is to focus on the individual. It's the same with organization. Your concept of order has a lot to do with how you were raised, your personality type and energy level. So what works for ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2686 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2686 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:30:00 EST In my almost 2 months stint as caregiver to my mother during her short but intense battle with liver cancer, I learned first hand how easy it is to fall off your own priority list. Although I arrived in Boston with my portable home gym and grocery list of good intentions, it didn't take long before things started to fall apart. I had no concept of just how incredibly tiring and draining 24/7 care would be (even with hospice help) and the continual interruptions from concerned friends ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2524 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2524 Wed, 2 Sep 2009 10:30:00 EST By cutting down on the number of calories taken in and being physically active , women can reduce their chances of becoming overweight or obese. They may also reduce their risk of developing certain life-threatening illnesses, such as heart disease , stroke , and some cancers . Here are some tips on healthy eating and physical activity: 1. Start your day with breakfast. Breakfast fills your "empty tank" — it gets you going after a long night without food. Easy-to-prepare breakfasts ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2523 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2523 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:30:00 EST Not only will making cleaner choices help you take charge of your metabolism, lose weight, and feel amazing, but you'll also be helping the environment. Get started by removing these toxins from your living space. In today's world, our bodies are under assault every day. All the toxic chemicals in our environment wreak havoc on our biochemistry and cellular health. After cleaning up your diet, your next mission is to clean up everything else — and the best place to start is your ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2522 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2522 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:30:00 EST No one has enough time these days, as we juggle work, family, and a million daily errands. Turning to processed foods can make life easier, no doubt, but it certainly doesn't do us any favors when it comes to our health. A processed food is one that's been canned, frozen, dehydrated, or had chemicals added to make it last longer, texurize it, soften it, or allow it to sit on the shelf forever. While some of these foods — like frozen or pre-chopped veggies — can be a godsend, other ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2433 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2433 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:30:00 EST What's in the numbers? In the quest for truth about calorie counting and its connection to weight loss – I've researched the current skinny on what those numbers really mean. Truthfully, no one can really tell you what your true metabolic rate is or your caloric needs. It's too simplistic to calculate how many calories you need to take in to reach a given weight and then just seal your lips once you've reached that limit. The only tried and true way to reach your ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2432 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2432 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 10:30:00 EST Working out at 60-70% of your maximum heart rate (and even higher) is critical if you want to burn calories and fat and increase your endurance. FIRST – you want to find your Maximum Heart Rate (MHR). This is a simple calculation: 220 – Your Age = MHR To find your TARGET Heart Rate (the rate you want to work out at – 60-70%) 220 – Your Age x 0.60 or 0.70 = Target Heart Rate (beats per minute) You can use the heart rate monitors on the cardio machines or ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2431 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2431 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:30:00 EST Getting organized and getting fit top the list hands down for New Year's Resolutions. For most people doing either is challenging, difficult and not much fun. So we'll go out of our way to avoid them while at the same time berating ourselves for not getting in shape. We KNOW we'll feel so much better if we do – but getting the momentum to begin is another thing entirely. If you want to transform your body or your environment you start by changing your mind. And ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2430 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2430 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:28:00 EST Life in our society is very confusing. We live in a culture obsessed by fitness, but the reality is that two thirds of us are clinically overweight or obese. We glorify the concept of living simply but in secret we worship at the shrine of more is better. We love large, bigger, more, most. Yet our need for order is basic and primal. We get a gut level feeling of security when we know what to do and that everything is where it should be. It's human nature. ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2392 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2392 Wed, 1 Jul 2009 10:30:00 EST Life Fitness is all about balance. It's physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. So of course, you need to look at your physical body – is it getting the attention it deserves? An active life is a productive life. And that requires energy. Feeling energetic and productive is invigorating isn't it? Endorphins clear away the mental fog and make you feel great. So get moving! Consider a stagnant pond. When the waters are stirred and new water is ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2382 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2382 Wed, 24 Jun 2009 10:30:00 EST Some of you may know who Jack LaLanne is. The godfather of American fitness - he is world reknowned as a bodybuilder, motivational speaker, nutrition and fitness expert. At 94 years of age he continues to work out every morning for two hours, spending 1 ½ hours in the weight room and ½ hour swimming or walking. LaLanne says that as a child he was addicted to sugar and junk food. At age 15, he heard Paul Bragg give a talk on health and nutrition. Bragg's message was very simple but ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2374 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2374 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 03:58:11 EST What's preventing you from getting real results? I've been getting a lot of emails lately from people who feel like they're going around and around the same mountain with their life organization and wellness challenges. Underneath the frustration at either not achieving their goal at all or sliding after they'd reached a certain baseline (no judgement here, we've all been there!) what I see they almost always have in common is one or more of these 4 obstacles. They ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2371 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2371 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 18:01:44 EST Last night I had the distinct privilege of watching the Puget Sound (Washington) Senior Baseball League team, the Silver Foxes (my friend on the team is a mere kid at 52). The average player age in the league is 62, but I saw players in their 70's and a couple in their early 80's playing hardball like a bunch of 20 somethings. These guys are in amazing shape - and they play serious baseball. They've had hip or knee replacements, back surgery, torn rotator cuffs - ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2349 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2349 Wed, 3 Jun 2009 10:30:00 EST The need for order is absolutely basic and primal. We get a gut level feeling of security when we know what to do and that everything is where it should be. It's human nature. When life gets out of control we instinctively attempt to re-establish routines that put us back in touch with order. And that's the best thing you can do. You might not be able to control what's happening to you, but getting organized will help you deal with the confusion and uncertainty ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2342 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2342 Thu, 28 May 2009 11:30:33 EST My close friend (and an amazing personal chef/caterer) and I are going on a trip to the Mediterranean - diet that is. Long touted by health gurus like Dr. Andrew Weil, it's simple to follow - for weight loss and maintenance, nutritional health and anti-inflammatory properties. It's relatively low in meat products - except for healthy fish, free range chicken (and a bit of hormone free beef thrown in). Eat lots of fruits and vegetables from the rainbow (all colors), healthy fats (extra ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2333 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2333 Wed, 20 May 2009 10:30:00 EST 1. Healthy Greens They contain folate, calcium, and other nutrients that support bone health, protect against cognitive declince, and help prevent age-related eye problems. Diets high in cruciferous veggies (broccoli and cabbage) help reduce the risk of memory loss and cancer. 2. Whole Grains These can lower the risk of age related illnesses like cardiovascular disease and cancer. Because they are digested more slowly than processed ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2334 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2334 Tue, 19 May 2009 17:37:13 EST Every aspect of your life — the place you live, the people you live with, your friends and acquaintances, the things you do or don't do, the things you own, your work, even things like pets, music, and color affect how you feel. If you are concerned about your mental health or the quality of your life , you can do many things and make changes in your life that will help you to feel much better. The space where you live — your home — profoundly affects your ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2283 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2283 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 10:30:00 EST People often comment on my seemingly endless energy supply. Many people don't know that my family background is riddled with emotional illness and addiction, and I have battled anxiety and phobias most of my life. Since I have extreme allergies to most anti-anxiety medications; I've had to get creative with exercise, diet, yoga, prayer and meditation and anything else I could find to help me deal with the sometimes paralyzing effects. While I have been blessed (and ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2262 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2262 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 10:30:00 EST According to the American Heart Association, about 50 milliion Americans have metabolic syndrome - which is a precursor to type 2 diabetes. This condition is characterized by: high triglycerides low HDL cholesterol (50 mg/deciliter or lower) high blood sugar (120 or higher) high blood pressure (above 120/80) above average waistline (for women that's about 35 inches) Genetics do play a role in metabolic syndrome, but it is mostly lifestyle according to doctors. ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2252 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2252 Wed, 8 Apr 2009 10:30:00 EST Chaos and clutter steal more than your joy – they steal your health. The solution doesn't lie in counting calories and fat grams or religiously tossing your junk mail instead of letting it pile up on the counter. It's understanding the relationship of clutter to your life and deciding to get your home and your life under control so you can live healthier. If your home doesn't support you physically and emotionally, you can't adopt a healthy lifestyle. The goal of ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2247 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2247 Wed, 1 Apr 2009 10:30:00 EST Get on the Ball! If your home gym contains just one piece of equipment, it's got to be a stability ball. There are ball exercises for every part of the body, but I especially like to work the core using the ball. A strong core is key for a healthy body. The core is basically the torso area - the abdominal muscles (rectus abdominis, internal and external obliques and transverse abdominis) as well as the erector spinae (3 pairs of ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2239 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2239 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:30:00 EST By cutting down on the number of calories taken in and being physically active , women can reduce their chances of becoming overweight or obese. They may also reduce their risk of developing certain life-threatening illnesses, such as heart disease , stroke , and some cancers . Here are some tips on healthy eating and physical activity: 1. Start your day with breakfast. Breakfast fills your "empty tank" — it gets you going ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2201 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2201 Wed, 11 Mar 2009 10:30:00 EST I recognize that fitting in a daily workout can be challenging for most of us. The daily battle of juggling work and family responsibilities leaves little time for you. And the time crunch can seem even worse when you need to perform more than one type of exercise during a workout session. The question is - can you do just a couple of miles of easy jogging on the treadmill, or a walk outside and you're done? Can you lift some dumbbells for 20 minutes or so and call it good? ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2195 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2195 Wed, 4 Mar 2009 10:30:00 EST Most people, it turns out, don't understand the dangers of improper food storage. The American Dietetic Association found that only 40% of consumers knew that eating food that has been stored in refrigerators warmer than 40 degrees Fahrenheit can increase the risk of food-borne illness. Indeed, food poisoning and other food-borne illnesses are very common. Last year, there were an estimated 76 million cases of food-borne illness in the United States, according to the CDC. ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2196 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2196 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:28:23 EST One of the goals of healthy aging along with regular exercise, avoiding toxic substances and reducing stress should be clean, healthy eating. Eating well has a powerful effect on how you age and the evidence to support this is mounting. Two of the biggest devils of aging are oxidative stress and chronic inflammation. The first is caused by free radicals which are metabolic waste products that damage the integrity of our cells. Oxidative stress can outweigh our bodies' ability ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2181 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2181 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 10:30:00 EST I recently completed a large estate clear-out for 2 siblings whose parents had passed away and the family home was to be sold. We cleared away over 40 years of accumulated possessions – crammed in closets, attic and basement storage – possessions stored for reasons now forgotten. These same items, once treasured, had become an enormous, expensive burden. I was reminded of a passage in Lillian Too's book: 168 Feng Shui Ways to Declutter Your Home (she is a Feng ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2153 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2153 Wed, 4 Feb 2009 10:30:00 EST Winter's dark, cold, and short days can have a draining effect on your energy and motivation. Stay motivated and keep fit until spring buds pop with these 8 tips! 1. Keep lifting. Surprise your muscles by mixing up your resistance training program. Now might be a good time to shift from free weights to machine weight training. Gym membership specials abound during January and February, the time when most people resolve to get back on the fitness horse ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2136 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2136 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 10:30:00 EST I'd like to share this article, written by Nick Clipton of www.BodyBuildingMuscles.com I see these mistakes made time and again with my training clients. More is not necessarily better and faster and harder isn't always the key to successful muscle building and endurance. Check out Nick's tips for avoiding injury and exercising safely and effectively. There are many exercising mistakes that can happen at the gym and they are all related to how you ... http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2123 http://www.onlineorganizing.com/BlogEntry.asp?id=2123 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 10:30:00 EST Rule 1: Eat Whole Natural Foods that Great Grandma would recognize. If your great grandmother wouldn't recognize the labeled contents of that package, you shouldn't be eating it. The more processed a food is, the less nutrients and more harmful substances it contains. Period. Rule 2: Eat every 2 – 4 hours One of the best ways to rev up your metabolism is to eat every 2-4 hours. This equates to 5 – 7 meals a day. And don't ever skip breakfast. ...