Merry Christmas! Charlie Brown & Xmounts

Merry Christmas!!!!!!

Last month I took the TRX Suspension Training Course --- loved it, totally awesome. I bought myself a TRX two years ago for my birthday and have used TRX in various venues at home, in fitness centers and on the road.

I've been using my TRX at home with a door anchor or at the park across the street. When I saw the Xmount I knew it'd be perfect in the basement and would give me a full range of motion.

TRX Xmount
http://www.trxtraining.com/page/000-94127/PROD/TRXXMOUNT?Category_Code=ANCHOR

My husband put the Xmount up today, and being Christmas Eve it made me think of the phrase Merry X-mas!

I'm really excited with my new Xmount, but I'm sticking with Merry Christmas.

I saw this Charlie Brown picture and quote on facebook earlier today:

Charlie Brown: “Isn’t there ANYONE who knows what Christmas is all about?!?!

Linus: Sure Charlie Brown I can tell you what Christmas is all about…….lights please……“And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night. And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were so afraid. And t...he angel said unto them, ‘Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord. And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.’ And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying, ‘Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.’ ”“That’s what Christmas is all about Charlie Brown”

Questions for You:
- How will stay fit and active in the New Year?
- If you've tried TRX, what is your favorite move, tip or resource?

Ferris, Donkey Kong & Fast Times of Summer!

In the spirit of Ferris Bueller, I'll say, "Life moves pretty fast. If you don't stop and look around once in awhile you can miss it."



Summer = fast. Here are a few captured moments:


- Rollin' with Donkey Kong: Track camp was fun, we all spent time playing (yes that's a Donkey Kong monster truck)! Read my earlier posts about track camp:
http://ironmakeover.blogspot.com/2011/07/track-camp-1980s-meets-2011.html
http://ironmakeover.blogspot.com/2011/07/400-m-super-8-get-in-game.html



- Fields, fireworks, freedom: I spent the 4th with my family -- fireworks, lake swimming, food and fun as a fam.


Trails & TRX: I celebrated freedom by running on the trails and later enjoyed my TRX.



Questions for You:
- What's the best thing about Summer?
- How are you staying active?
- Favorite Ferris Bueller scene?

Have TRX, Will Travel!

We had the good fortune to travel to Naples, Fla., recently for some family time with both sets of grandparents. My husband suggested we fly with one checked bag ... so I had our kids carry on backpacks filled with their clothes, books, bike helmets, etc and it worked out fine. It helps that in Florida you can get away with less clothing when the sun is out!

I did throw in my TRX and was happy to use it at both homes. I love the TRX. It was a fun way to be active outside and workout while on the road.
I also wrote about flying with my TRX on my blog at GOTRIbalnow.com. I posted a picture of me setup outside my parents garage in Naples. That plant was a little close on some of the moves!
Questions for You:

• What's your favorite TRX exercise or series?
  My friends at active.com recently shared their ideas in this tri community discussion. Log in and share your best TRX move.


• I thought it'd be fun to keep a running list of the locations I've used my TRX. Have you done this already? If so, send me the link!