Freshmeat Week One

Freshmeat Week One

Today I had my first official Freshmeat Roller Derby lesson.  Decked out in any new glossy red helmet with my new wrist, elbow and knee pads on and some great hand-me-down skates (thanks Electro-Cute), I learned some new skills. It was fun! We learned to sticky skate,...
Try Something New: Fresh Meat

Try Something New: Fresh Meat

Today I’m trying something new and way out of my comfort zone: Roller Derby Fresh Meat with the Cambridge Rollerbillies. I registered to try out roller derby. Over the next couple of months, I’ll be learning to skate and fall safely and I’ll be...

Group Fitness Tip #6

Be clean.   View image | gettyimages.com   Wear clean clothes Wear deodorant Avoid heavy perfumes Wear clean shoes. Mud and dirt are not welcome; they make the floors dirty and slippery. If you leave a shoe mess, clean it up If you spill water, wipe it dry...

Group Fitness Tip #19

Accessorise with purpose.   View image | gettyimages.com   These are all the functional accessories that are useful in classes. Everything else can, and should, stay in your locker. A sweat towel to wipe your face and neck or to use between you and a mat or...

Group Fitness Tip #31

Variety is key.   View image | gettyimages.com   Participate in different types of classes for a balanced workout. Mix cardio, strength and flexibility classes in your weekly plan. There are loads of choices available for each type of training. You’ll...