tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post2772565491962730800..comments2024-03-25T09:18:22.829-05:00Comments on Killer Crafts & Crafty Killers: #WRITE HEALTHY, STAY HEALTHYANASTASIA POLLACKhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03160162455676799133noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-10425807756158750762015-06-12T06:48:32.392-05:002015-06-12T06:48:32.392-05:00Even if we know most of this, sometimes there is a...Even if we know most of this, sometimes there is a gap between knowing and doing. Always helpful to have a reminder. Great post.Trisshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08058396345946250313noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-2024111963359795112015-06-11T22:26:09.742-05:002015-06-11T22:26:09.742-05:00I agree with PJ. Stretching should definitely be i...I agree with PJ. Stretching should definitely be incorporated into anyone's daily routine with Yoga being a good example of positive stretching.<br /> I too enjoy spending time in nature walking or riding. I have recently started wearing a Fitbit to keep track of my walking. And, like Sheila, these walks help refresh my mind and solve problems.<br /> Great suggestions!Kay C Burnshttp://www.kaycburns.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-34040742849117087632015-06-11T08:26:16.385-05:002015-06-11T08:26:16.385-05:00Great post, and a topic too rarely discussed by wr...Great post, and a topic too rarely discussed by writers. <br /><br />I use an interval timer to remind myself to get up and move. Usually I set it for 45/15 or 50/10 intervals -- write for 45-50 minutes, get up and got for a 10-15 min walk or bike ride. Repeat. I do not plug in while I walk or ride, and I find that when I sit down to write again, my subconscious has carried my forward, solved problems, found new ideas.... I also go for much longer walks most evenings (3-6 miles), and carry a tiny notebook and pen. I agree with PJ Sharon about the stretching - a sensible stretching routine prevents a lot of problems. <br /><br />Thank you for this post!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07535695542961577318noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-15222445626249185432015-06-11T06:15:39.290-05:002015-06-11T06:15:39.290-05:00Excellent suggestions and rules to live by. Might ...Excellent suggestions and rules to live by. Might I also add that STRETCHING should be a part of everyone's daily routine? Whether you incorporate some yoga postures or simply learn some basic stretching exercises, maintaining flexibility will go miles toward keeping you fit and healthy while writing. Build in stretch breaks throughout the day. Stretching increases blood flow to muscles and joints, reduces stress by releasing tension in neck, shoulders, and back, and helps correct muscle imbalances that create long term postural problems. <br /><br />I'm currently working on a non-fiction project for ergonomics and self-care. Your observations and remedies are spot on! I especially like the quotes you used above and the concept of an ounce of prevention being worth a pound of cure. If we could only apply that to all areas of our life, we would all be healthier and the world would be a better place.<br /><br />Spending time with my granddaughter is my go to de-stressor these days. Talk about an endorphin high! My cheeks hurt from smiling after a few hours with her, LOL. I also find that getting out in nature is a necessity to keep me grounded and healthy. Kayaking, hiking, or gardening always reset my mind and body so I can be more productive when I get back to work. Thanks for all the great tips.PJ Sharonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02761755589950460065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-7462981885564026422015-06-10T21:43:16.832-05:002015-06-10T21:43:16.832-05:00Thanks for all the feedback. I wish we all had our...Thanks for all the feedback. I wish we all had our own flock of sheep to help us de-stress!Kay C Burnshttp://www.kaycburns.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-2718659109776642022015-06-10T19:19:30.872-05:002015-06-10T19:19:30.872-05:00Great post! Thanks for sharing!!Great post! Thanks for sharing!!Angela Adamshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06102308492358084929noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-26464637439763203402015-06-10T17:36:56.640-05:002015-06-10T17:36:56.640-05:00Very helpful advice and much needed! Thanks!Very helpful advice and much needed! Thanks!Melissa Keirhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10247037321769755660noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-72062775497877490042015-06-10T11:16:10.798-05:002015-06-10T11:16:10.798-05:00Thanks for all the great reminders. I'm sticki...Thanks for all the great reminders. I'm sticking a small reminder on my computer - 20-20-20.Judy Bakerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02190725381203763171noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-6842022859226037422015-06-10T10:55:23.117-05:002015-06-10T10:55:23.117-05:00I tend a flock of sheep in the morning before I si...I tend a flock of sheep in the morning before I sit down to write. It may involve chasing sheep, lifting heavy weights like hay and water, providing medical care. It relieves depression. It engages all the senses, but not much mind, so I can work out plot problems while I work.KB Ingleehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06089951663907060127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-11914991002502647522015-06-10T09:19:12.890-05:002015-06-10T09:19:12.890-05:00All good suggestions. We writers have our own uni...All good suggestions. We writers have our own unique set of health issues as you pointed out. I think I already have a "spread" from sitting! LOLKathye Quickhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04952763179663503451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-30404565356121660032015-06-10T08:41:20.380-05:002015-06-10T08:41:20.380-05:00Most helpful new hints and a good reminder of thin...Most helpful new hints and a good reminder of things we already know. Thanks much.judyalterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13767466505891813090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6348734432793771357.post-51483509692318430932015-06-10T08:29:50.731-05:002015-06-10T08:29:50.731-05:00Great post! I've read that high blood pressure...Great post! I've read that high blood pressure and kidney issues come up too. Rose Andersonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04429566802562925080noreply@blogger.com