Last weekend, I had the wonderful opportunity to attend Disney
Sports “On The Road To Disney Parks” in Atlanta! I was thrilled to attend a
dinner reception and learn more from youth sports experts and sports celebrities, including Warrick Dunn about youth sports travel. I also had the opportunity to learn more about the running-related vacations and growing
popularity of the runDisney race series.
The City of Atlanta Department of Parks and
Recreation presents the TOT Olympics for 3 and 4 year olds. Our little Tot had a blast today participating in the TOT Olympics. The event was well planned and all had a great time. We're looking forward to next year's event!
My twin brother, Joshua, has some sick abs. Washboard sick. His abs put Usher, Ochocinco, and David Beckham to shame. I’m so impressed with his innovative workout routine, healthy eating habits, and natural ability to stay focused and centered in the gym.
I decided to consult my twin on how he’s maintained being fit in hopes that I too will continue to stay focused on my quest to lose this extra baby weight (from the second child), and to help others gain some guidance from his workout philosophy. He highlights key points for people to think about while they’re working out.
(Q) What is Active Intelligence?
(A) In athletic training, our bodies gradually become accustomed to certain forms of repetitive exercise. Overtime, we eventually hit a wall. This is often referred to as a plateau. To break these performance barriers and take it to the next level, most people change up their routine, form, and technique. These alterations, although quite effective, are all superseded by the simplest method:
Awareness
Being fully present in the moment, during training, is the most powerful way to increase athletic performance. Centered and focused with attention and interest, active intelligence is literally sewn into the physical atoms of the body. Strength, balance, coordination, and responsiveness are heightened, as well as adaptability to adverse situations. True alignment is attained by a sound mind, calm emotions, and willful body. This state of synthesis transfigures the form.
Mind
Thought is energy. We often waste this precious energy on needless thinking. Do not chase the mind when it runs rampant, for you will become easily fatigued. It is important to focus and steady the mind with conscious clarity when training. You will get much more out of the exercise. Time in the presence is time well spent.
Emotions
Most of us are targets for the projections of the emotional instability of others. We often take on others’ trauma, as if it were our own. Leave these at the door. Hold reverence for your athletic training. Treat it like a sacred act. You are maintaining the body, which is the temple.
Body
It is said that, “the real sun is as visible as the real man.” The body is merely a physical automaton, animated by our true self. It is a musical instrument in the hands of a formless musician. When a musician is in the zone, this is known as “the pocket.” We must exercise in “the pocket,” and vibe in the zone when we train. Don’t ever forget to “play.” One must exercise with the awareness of purposeful intent, from the perspective of the observer and the seat of the soul.
Joshua has been sculpting his physique for quite some time. I think Active Intelligence has to do with your focus, persistence, and attitude while working out. Watching shows like “Biggest Loser,” you can definitely see a difference in the teams that have a positive attitude before and after their workouts, opposed to those that automatically think they’re going to fail.
I lost 70 pounds in one year after having our first child, and I know it was my positive attitude that got me through those tough workouts and maintaining my weight and motivation.
Joshua Manning Marable is the creator of the innovative athletic program Ra Magna, Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork, and a Laughter Yoga Group Leader. He is also a model for Wilhelmina, and sculpture model.
We will Start in Atlantic Station and take it over to Midtown, down Peachtree, then back over to Atlantic Station. Route directions will be provided:) There will be a 2+ mile route option and a 3+ mile route option. The forecast is projecting low 90's which is actually pretty good for us ATL runners. Remember to hydrate throughout the day.
We will meet at 6:45pm in the Atlantic Station Courtyard between Strip and Rosa Mexicana. Parking is still free for 2 hours underneath. We will take off at 7pm!
These Tuesday runs are powerful ladies! ALL LEVELS are welcomed and encouraged to come. We hope you can make it.
In 2008, our granddad James P. Marable passed away from prostate cancer. He had been battling the disease for nearly 10 years and lost the fight at age 87. He was a true champion and wonderful human being.
To honor him, my cousin, Danielle is cycling 250 miles from London to Paris (on June 24th - June 27th, 2011) in 3 Days!
