Welcome back. You belong here.
World Cup Note: Brasil 3, Ghana 0, No contest. The Gahna team seemed overmatched, nervous, tentative, maybe in awe of the Brasilians. Not a very entertaining game.
Summer Thoughts:
THE BEST TEACHERS to help us enjoy summer are little children. They do not yet work in offices. They do not own calendars with tasks crying out to be done. I love to see the parks fill up with young life each summer. … I am joining them for a day, lest I grow old before my time. … As a child, I was quite successful at living life fully, because I had not yet learned to live by the calendar. I lived by heart.
Macrina Wiederkehr, in The Circle of Life
I live by heart, sometimes it drives me nuts because I can't keep up with it, and sometimes you have to live by the to do's and urgent needs.
But on a day like today, I'm living by heart - painted Isabela's (4) toe nails and taught her a song on the piano , played trucks with David (2), and put Canela's (7) name on her Groovy Girls suitcase. My to do says do homework, lift (chest/back, abs), vacuum and spot clean. I'll get to that shortly, right now I'm doing what's most importat.
We leave for Oregon on Thursday, I can't wait. Vacation is good.
Have a great day.
Into the future,
davidT
Tuesday, June 27, 2006
Saturday, June 17, 2006
Fitness Update
Welcome back. You belong here.
I've been into fitness for about three years. Prior to that I would run once in a while, eat without control (feel bad but do nothing about it) and didn't know what a dumbell really was. Last time I was into fitness was high school. I was about 40lbs overweight, high blood pressure, tired all the time, coffee was the way to get through. I wasn't sleeping very well and eating without self-control. My body type does not do well with that. I got soft, soft and softer. I look at pictures of myself from back then I look pretty unhealthy.
Through that time, my wife was my motivator, working out every day with videos, weights, aerobics, abs, everything.
Then I got serious. It started with Body for Life back in Sept. 2003. Weight training, running, abs, 6 small meals a day combining quality protein for muscle building with tuna, power bars, salmon, vegetables, chicken and tons of water.
CONSISTENCY is very important as well as flexibility. I've had to adjust my workout routine based upon injury, seasons of the year, illness, rest. For example:
My exercise process has been:
Body for Life - 12 weeks/12 weeks/12 weeks
Arnold's Body Building Plan A - 1 year
Dave Draper Fitness Program - 1 year (current)
Eating plan - Body for Life (almost 3 years)
Breaking down some more:
Here was my routine about 6 months ago:
Lift - 4x/week
Run - 4x/week
Abs - 6-7x/week
Eating - at 95% of plan
Then a lamp fell on my head.
Back in Dec. of 2005 I suffered a pretty severe head concussion. I was dizzy and suffered from headaches for almost 6 months. Then my wife was ill with a severe virus that affected her whole body, she missed work for 5 weeks with joint pain, rash, fever. She is better now.
During those months of illness I continued to work out but at a different pace.
Here was my routine during those 5-6 months of illness:
Lift - 2-3x/week
Run - 2-3x/week
Abs - 3-4x/week
Eating - at 80% of plan
Today, I feel much better from the concussion and my wife is about 90% back. Looking at my body, face, midsection, muscle tone, I have not grown in muscle density and have about 5-6lbs of extra illness/winter layer. But things are changing.
For the last 3-4 weeks I've returned to form and am eager to change things up to grow and improve.
Here's my current workout routine:
Lift - 4x/week
Run - 4x/week
Abs - 5-6x/week
Eating - at 90% of plan
I'm getting back on track. Illness will change things, but the key is not to stop, EVER! I am committed to working out and eating healthy as long as I live or as long as I can.
Some of my goals for the summer and Fall 2006:
1. Switch from Dave Draper's program to Arnold's Intermediate Plan
2. Eating plan at 90-95%
3. Increase muscle tone by 10% and lower body fat by 10% (5-6lbs)
4. Run 4-5x a week. My body type needs aerobic, fat burning exercises
5. Take pictures and post (in garage). It's been more than 12 months since I las took pictures of my progress, it's time to do this again.
How to get started? I recommed Body for Life. It's a 12 week program which combines eating and exercise...yes, there's nothing new under the sun.
The key word is: MOTIVATION. What is your motivation to get started? That's what you want to think about first. Second, write out your obstacles, third get a partner and get started.
I could give in to stress, tiredness, busyness and life. I could easily gain 40lbs. in 6 months and lose everything I've gained in the last 3 years. It's possible, but it probably won't happpen. What keeps me from doing that? MOTIVATION which basically comes down to wanting to do great things in life and needing a healthy body to do it and the love for my wife and children not wanting to leave them alone early because of illness, and the CHANGES I've experienced. That keeps me going every day.
You can do the same or more.
Have a great day.
Into the future,
davidT
I've been into fitness for about three years. Prior to that I would run once in a while, eat without control (feel bad but do nothing about it) and didn't know what a dumbell really was. Last time I was into fitness was high school. I was about 40lbs overweight, high blood pressure, tired all the time, coffee was the way to get through. I wasn't sleeping very well and eating without self-control. My body type does not do well with that. I got soft, soft and softer. I look at pictures of myself from back then I look pretty unhealthy.
Through that time, my wife was my motivator, working out every day with videos, weights, aerobics, abs, everything.
Then I got serious. It started with Body for Life back in Sept. 2003. Weight training, running, abs, 6 small meals a day combining quality protein for muscle building with tuna, power bars, salmon, vegetables, chicken and tons of water.
CONSISTENCY is very important as well as flexibility. I've had to adjust my workout routine based upon injury, seasons of the year, illness, rest. For example:
My exercise process has been:
Body for Life - 12 weeks/12 weeks/12 weeks
Arnold's Body Building Plan A - 1 year
Dave Draper Fitness Program - 1 year (current)
Eating plan - Body for Life (almost 3 years)
Breaking down some more:
Here was my routine about 6 months ago:
Lift - 4x/week
Run - 4x/week
Abs - 6-7x/week
Eating - at 95% of plan
Then a lamp fell on my head.
Back in Dec. of 2005 I suffered a pretty severe head concussion. I was dizzy and suffered from headaches for almost 6 months. Then my wife was ill with a severe virus that affected her whole body, she missed work for 5 weeks with joint pain, rash, fever. She is better now.
During those months of illness I continued to work out but at a different pace.
Here was my routine during those 5-6 months of illness:
Lift - 2-3x/week
Run - 2-3x/week
Abs - 3-4x/week
Eating - at 80% of plan
Today, I feel much better from the concussion and my wife is about 90% back. Looking at my body, face, midsection, muscle tone, I have not grown in muscle density and have about 5-6lbs of extra illness/winter layer. But things are changing.
For the last 3-4 weeks I've returned to form and am eager to change things up to grow and improve.
Here's my current workout routine:
Lift - 4x/week
Run - 4x/week
Abs - 5-6x/week
Eating - at 90% of plan
I'm getting back on track. Illness will change things, but the key is not to stop, EVER! I am committed to working out and eating healthy as long as I live or as long as I can.
Some of my goals for the summer and Fall 2006:
1. Switch from Dave Draper's program to Arnold's Intermediate Plan
2. Eating plan at 90-95%
3. Increase muscle tone by 10% and lower body fat by 10% (5-6lbs)
4. Run 4-5x a week. My body type needs aerobic, fat burning exercises
5. Take pictures and post (in garage). It's been more than 12 months since I las took pictures of my progress, it's time to do this again.
How to get started? I recommed Body for Life. It's a 12 week program which combines eating and exercise...yes, there's nothing new under the sun.
The key word is: MOTIVATION. What is your motivation to get started? That's what you want to think about first. Second, write out your obstacles, third get a partner and get started.
I could give in to stress, tiredness, busyness and life. I could easily gain 40lbs. in 6 months and lose everything I've gained in the last 3 years. It's possible, but it probably won't happpen. What keeps me from doing that? MOTIVATION which basically comes down to wanting to do great things in life and needing a healthy body to do it and the love for my wife and children not wanting to leave them alone early because of illness, and the CHANGES I've experienced. That keeps me going every day.
You can do the same or more.
Have a great day.
Into the future,
davidT
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
Graduation O' Rama
Welcome back. You belong here.
In our worship band we have music educators and parents and people, which means this week is graduation o'rama week, and it's great.
Graduation is a time of celebration, of shedding a few tears and years, (I did at Isabela's (4) preschool graduation last week), and of feeling proud of those we love.
I remember graduating from CSULB, very boring ceremony, long, thousands of names read over and over again, but in the end it was about having my grandmother with me, my wife and those I loved right next to me to celebrate my special day. And finishing a Computer Engineering program was a HUGE sense of accomplishment. It was tough, I almost didn't make, but God held me through it.
Then a few weeks ago, I was walking through the Talbot Seminary/BIOLA (where I attend) graduation lawn as they prepared for their event. The ancient school podium was out, the black backdrop, the white lawn chairs on the beautiful green grass, the portable stage with two side ramps for easy on and off access, the speakers, the huge school insignia in the background and I must say, I shed a tear thinking about finishing my Masters' degree some day.
In most programs I would be done by now, an MBA (Master's in Business) is about 30 units. I have completed 35 units of my Master in Theology out of 63, so I'm half way there and it's tough with a full time job, a real marriage and three real small children and a ministry to run. But it's my passion and area of expertise so I'm committed to finishing. It's good for pastors to go to Seminary don't you think? Even worship guys!
So I get graduations, they are great times of challenge, discipline, tradition, pride, a sense of progress and hope. I look forward to finishing my Masters at Talbot and graduating from that awesome seminary one day. I will do it.
Perhaps you have a dream for more education. As you sit in the sun, or wonder how many names the announcer can butcher, or wonder how much longer you have to wait, ask yourself, is there something here for me? Is there something I should start, finish, accomplish in education, a skill, a discipline? Is it getting in shape, is it being more committed to the Scriptures, is it doing more with your life? And if so, commit to doing something, the little things, finishing, starting, get going. Perhaps you can start school again in the Fall.. You're not too old, too young, too smart, too done to do school.
Leaders are learners, keep growing, keep challenging yourself, that's the best thing you can give to others, being a person who keeps growing, especially in their love for Jesus and people.
Have a great day and Happy Graduation!
Into the future,
davidT
In our worship band we have music educators and parents and people, which means this week is graduation o'rama week, and it's great.
Graduation is a time of celebration, of shedding a few tears and years, (I did at Isabela's (4) preschool graduation last week), and of feeling proud of those we love.
I remember graduating from CSULB, very boring ceremony, long, thousands of names read over and over again, but in the end it was about having my grandmother with me, my wife and those I loved right next to me to celebrate my special day. And finishing a Computer Engineering program was a HUGE sense of accomplishment. It was tough, I almost didn't make, but God held me through it.
Then a few weeks ago, I was walking through the Talbot Seminary/BIOLA (where I attend) graduation lawn as they prepared for their event. The ancient school podium was out, the black backdrop, the white lawn chairs on the beautiful green grass, the portable stage with two side ramps for easy on and off access, the speakers, the huge school insignia in the background and I must say, I shed a tear thinking about finishing my Masters' degree some day.
In most programs I would be done by now, an MBA (Master's in Business) is about 30 units. I have completed 35 units of my Master in Theology out of 63, so I'm half way there and it's tough with a full time job, a real marriage and three real small children and a ministry to run. But it's my passion and area of expertise so I'm committed to finishing. It's good for pastors to go to Seminary don't you think? Even worship guys!
So I get graduations, they are great times of challenge, discipline, tradition, pride, a sense of progress and hope. I look forward to finishing my Masters at Talbot and graduating from that awesome seminary one day. I will do it.
Perhaps you have a dream for more education. As you sit in the sun, or wonder how many names the announcer can butcher, or wonder how much longer you have to wait, ask yourself, is there something here for me? Is there something I should start, finish, accomplish in education, a skill, a discipline? Is it getting in shape, is it being more committed to the Scriptures, is it doing more with your life? And if so, commit to doing something, the little things, finishing, starting, get going. Perhaps you can start school again in the Fall.. You're not too old, too young, too smart, too done to do school.
Leaders are learners, keep growing, keep challenging yourself, that's the best thing you can give to others, being a person who keeps growing, especially in their love for Jesus and people.
Have a great day and Happy Graduation!
Into the future,
davidT
Saturday, June 10, 2006
Motivated by "This is Love:"
Welcome back. You belong here.
It's been a while since I've been here, it's nice to be back.
Lately, I've realized that the next season of my life is largely motivated by my growing desire to have people know the Love of Jesus Christ.
The more I study theology, do weekly services and spend time with people, the more I realize it's not church that changes people, nor tradition, nor politics or voting for the right person. It's understanding that no love is higher, no love is deeper, no love is wider than the Love of Jesus for you and for me.
The verse that's been the focus for my future has been 1 John 4:
10This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.
What great love, what great hope for my friends and family. I can't think of anything else I'd rather give my life to than to help people receive this amazing love, and to be completely satisfied with such fullness. Then our lives will not long for the things of this world, money, power, relationships, all good things, yet they cannot fill the human soul with meaning and love.
We call this the Gospel message, the Message of Jesus Christ, the grand story, the narrative of the glory of God.
My life is given to you Jesus, your message and your world. Here I am Lord, send me.
TODAY'S SCHEDULE:
10am - Isabela's (4) preschool graduation
12N - Grand Central Market with my mom who's here from Nicaragua, my wife and our children
2pm - Nap (missed the Argentina fútbol game)
4pm - Playing outside with children, sprinklers, bikes as my wife planted flowers
6pm - Run, abs
7pm - Dinner (late for us but we were having a great time outside)
COMING UP:
Lift? I could, but I don't like to lift this late especially on the night before Sunday
Change strings on guitars
Study for seminary
Have a great day.
Into the future,
davidT
It's been a while since I've been here, it's nice to be back.
Lately, I've realized that the next season of my life is largely motivated by my growing desire to have people know the Love of Jesus Christ.
The more I study theology, do weekly services and spend time with people, the more I realize it's not church that changes people, nor tradition, nor politics or voting for the right person. It's understanding that no love is higher, no love is deeper, no love is wider than the Love of Jesus for you and for me.
The verse that's been the focus for my future has been 1 John 4:
10This is love: not that we loved God, but that he loved us and sent his Son as an atoning sacrifice for our sins.
What great love, what great hope for my friends and family. I can't think of anything else I'd rather give my life to than to help people receive this amazing love, and to be completely satisfied with such fullness. Then our lives will not long for the things of this world, money, power, relationships, all good things, yet they cannot fill the human soul with meaning and love.
We call this the Gospel message, the Message of Jesus Christ, the grand story, the narrative of the glory of God.
My life is given to you Jesus, your message and your world. Here I am Lord, send me.
TODAY'S SCHEDULE:
10am - Isabela's (4) preschool graduation
12N - Grand Central Market with my mom who's here from Nicaragua, my wife and our children
2pm - Nap (missed the Argentina fútbol game)
4pm - Playing outside with children, sprinklers, bikes as my wife planted flowers
6pm - Run, abs
7pm - Dinner (late for us but we were having a great time outside)
COMING UP:
Lift? I could, but I don't like to lift this late especially on the night before Sunday
Change strings on guitars
Study for seminary
Have a great day.
Into the future,
davidT
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