December 10, 2007 by jleeger.

I just read a review on Amazon of Herbert Benson’s book “The Breakout Principle.” Dr. Benson was one of the first scientists in America to systematically examine the practices of Eastern meditation and the processes that occur in the body as a result. What struck me in the review of the book, was that it outlined what I’ve found to be true during periods of R&R after intense periods of practice. Here’s a direct quote:

* Stage one begins with a hard mental or physical struggle.
* Stage two involves pulling the Breakout trigger, completely severing prior thoughts and emotional patterns - the doing “it” part.
* Stage three is the `peak experience’, or performance element of the process.
* Stage four is a return to a `new-normal’ state, meaning one with enhanced mind-body performance patterns.

This is the reviewer’s breakdown of the book’s message. Basically, don’t forget to take a break now and then.

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December 10, 2007 by jleeger.

Just a quick note, then the workout -

Take some time to sit down and figure out what’s really important to you today.  There are as many ways to live, to make a living, and to survive, as there are people in this world.  Use your time on this Earth wisely!   Your life is YOUR TIME!  TAKE IT!  Make time for the things that are important to you!

Ok, here we go!

Today, do these exercises throughout the day, as you’re able.

Pullups

Bodyweight Squats or Wall Sit or 1-leg Squats

Romanian Deadlift

Pushups

Do them all day long, as many reps at a time as you can get out!  This is a great protocol for folks with office jobs, etc.  You can actually improve your strength a great deal if you keep close track of how many you do every day, and increase it over time.

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