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Longboards and snowboarding by Larissa Posted in: General Discussion in Recreation I have a Loaded Vanguard Bamboo longboard that I adore and a Sector 9 (I think) that I don't ride too much. As far as snowboarding, I want to get up to Dodge Ridge more than ... Read on »
My best climb thus far by Larissa 1 Comment Posted in: Blog Posts in Ultimate frisbee After work on Monday I went climbing with some friends and it was a good night. I have been working on improving my technique and reminding myself to use my legs more. They ... Read on »
Find something fun by Larissa 1 Comment Posted in: General Discussion in Sports I found that it is impossible for me to go from work to the gym, but it's easy for me to meet up with friends and go rock climbing. Why? Because it's social and fun! Rock c ... Read on »
Enjoy Halloween... even with the candy by Larissa 2 Comments Posted in: General Discussion in Healthy Eating Halloween is tomorrow and for those trying to stay health, this can be diffcult with all the candy around the office or your children bring home candy from school and trick or ... Read on »
Kayaking in Foster City by Larissa Posted in: Blog Posts in Kayaking I went kayaking with a friend in Foster City by Leo J. Ryan Park yesterday. It was beautiful weather and we had a blast. I was surprised to only wake up with a sore upper ba ... Read on »
Lay in bed by Larissa 3 Comments Posted in: Blog Posts in Meditation I had a bad headache last night, so after dinner, I went home and lay in bed on my back (I usually sleep on my side). My arms naturally fell perpendicular to my body with my ... Read on »
Kayakes for beginners? by Larissa 4 Comments Posted in: Questions & Answers in Kayaking Kayaking looks fun. I have never done it, but thought I might buy a used kayak and give it a shot. Since I'm new to the sport, I didn't know what to look for. Does anyone h ... Read on »
Can't give up your favorite dishes? by Larissa 1 Comment Posted in: Questions & Answers in Healthy Cooking Well you don't have to! Rather than eliminating some of your favorite dishes, give them a face-lift by substituting low fat-options or eat smaller portions. I love to cook a ... Read on »
Climbing Walls Changing P.E. by Larissa 1 Comment Posted in: General Discussion in Rock climbing Climbing walls not only challenge students physically, but it exercises their problem-solving skills. Kennedy School in Milford is the fourth elementary school to install a c ... Read on »
I climbed a 5.8! by Larissa 2 Comments Posted in: General Discussion in Rock climbing Last night a few friends and I met up at Planet Granite after work. Two of us took the belay class and once I understood how to tie the roap and how the system works, I was c ... Read on »
Different ways to substitute eggs by Larissa 2 Comments Posted in: General Discussion in Vegetarian For those that are strict vegetarians, lacto-vegetarian, or vegan, here are a few ways to substitute eggs according to United Poultry Concerns, Inc.2 Tbsp. mashed banana or ap ... Read on »
Update: I finally made it! by Larissa 2 Comments Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise I went to bed early enough to wake up early for the Pilates on the Ball class at the gym. :) The class was better than expected. It looks like the teacher has some follower ... Read on »
Membership by Larissa 2 Comments Posted in: Blog Posts in Ultimate frisbee I finally got a family membership to Planet Granite, so I will be climbing more often! Prior to the membership I was just paying day fees, but this will encourage me to go mo ... Read on »
Hatha Flow Yoga class by Larissa 4 Comments Posted in: Blog Posts in Exercise I am going to try and make it out of the office in time to take a Hatha Flow Yoga class at the gym. I'm not quit sure what it entails (I found an article about Vinyasa Flow Y ... Read on »
The snow is almost here... by Larissa Posted in: Blog Posts in Snowboarding Finally... Winter is slowly approaching and I am getting very excited to get up to the snow this year! I only went snowboarding a couple of times last year (not a good season ... Read on »
My #1 New Year's Resolution by Larissa 1 Comment Posted in: Questions & Answers in Weight loss Find a regular workout routine that works. Anyone have suggestions? Read on »
David Beckham by Larissa 1 Comment Posted in: General Discussion in Soccer I heard on the news the other day that soccer will now be a commonly followed sport in American lives due to David Beckham's arrival to the states. Personally, I have always ... Read on »
Top 10 cardio activities... what's your favorite? by Larissa 8 Comments Posted in: Questions & Answers in Exercise Below is a list of the top 10 cardio exercises to burn calories. Paige Waehner of About.com said there are a lot of exercises one can do, but it's best to find an activity th ... Read on »
Healthy, east-to-make vegetarian recipes by Larissa Posted in: General Discussion in Vegetarian Here is a great group on the site: http://www.wellsphere.com/viewGroup.s?id=56 People can share wonderful recipe ideas, ask questions, and meet others with similar eating hab ... Read on »
Bonds fights back by Larissa 2 Comments Posted in: General Discussion in Baseball/Softball Barry Bonds has hired two attorneys to legally prosecute any individuals making false statements about him. Since 2003, he has been accused of using steroids and is tired of ... Read on »