Guest guest Posted January 25, 2005 Report Share Posted January 25, 2005 Hi Connie, The neat thing about acupuncture is that you don't feel the needle at all -- absolutely no pain or discomfort. When I was going to the acupuncturist, we became friendly -- and he " treated " my kids for me (demonstration type treatment, didn't have the money for a lot back then!). Anyway, my son Shan (the off-the-wall hyperactive kid) was really nosy about the procedure -- he was about 13-14 then -- and he wouldn't lay all the way down, his head was up as he was looking at what was happening, etc. So Dr. Hilou said " watch this point " (to me) -- and he inserted a needle into Shan (sorry, I no longer recall the location!) and Shan's eyes hooded over and he simply dropped back to the table -- and he remained relaxed for the rest of the visit! I had never seen this kid relaxed before -- even when asleep he was constantly moving! I tried using acupressure on the point for a while, apparently I wasn't doing it right or something -- I couldn't get that effect! And when my oldest daughter went in, he eliminated all of her menstrual pain -- this effect lasted for perhaps a year -- by the time it started up again, we could no longer find him (where do doctors go when they move or ?) -- we looked through area phone books, etc., no dice. And no other acupuncturist (in our limited exploration) has been as effective.... Anyway, I think the whole subject of acupuncture is fascinating -- and I wish that practitioners were like Dr. Hilou and not like some of the weird " new-age " ones I've gone to (I never felt they had a whole lot of skill, just a lot of feel-good patter). Bonnie Re: Choices - 1/25/2005 Connie, Does it matter which ear you squeeze? I just did both and I think they may hurt. But then again, maybe I did it to hard? So you squeeze your ear, do a breath and it helps your back? I'm sorry, just trying to get this right. I'm still fighting my back pain on and off. So much for my light bulb and it being carbs...LOL Love ya, Kiki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 25, 2005 Report Share Posted January 25, 2005 I'm praying for you and your sweet children, Jenni. Melinda ) Choices - 1/25/2005 Good morning everyone! Well, I've actually managed to get out of the recliner and off the couch and move around some. I was able to do about 10 breaths yesterday. I just didn't do them as deep....if I did them too deep it hurt. I also did some of my reflexology and that really helped with the pain! I was surprised. I was comfortable enough to not take any Advil. I did still take the muscle relaxers because I don't want my back freezing up again...that is just so painful! I did pretty good yesterday. I actually didn't really eat anything except some cheese and a hotdog without the roll in the mid afternoon. Just wasn't hungry. Didn't drink enough water either, so I'm already on my second bottle this morning. I had 3 slices of a personal pan cheese pizza last night and 2 bread sticks. I was soooooooo sleepy afterwards! Yuk! I know I'll probably pay for eating the " white " yesterday, but it was either that or mac and cheese (the only thing that my son can make right now LOL) Well, he can zap just about anything, but cooking...well, it's not something he ever wanted to learn. My middle son can cook! Wow, can he cook! He's like his dad. Speaking of my middle son, would you please pray for my Airman Rob and his fiancé ? They have some major decisions to make in the upcoming months and they are not easy ones. I can't go into detail as I promised Rob when I asked for prayer I wouldn't but I can say this involves more than just the two of them. I can also say that is putting off the wedding because of all this and Rob wants to get married as soon as possible. Now, since many of us our mom's and most of us are women and all of us are very intelligent I think you can read between the lines. If not, please don't ask, I can't say anymore. Just pray hard! I know I can count on you all love you, Jenni Proud Air Force Mom! May God guide and protect our troops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 Connie I have really enjoyed yoga with Pilates my back is been better then ever, I have alot of lower back pain from lifting patients and pushing carts R Choices - 1/25/2005 Good morning everyone! Well, I've actually managed to get out of the recliner and off the couch and move around some. I was able to do about 10 breaths yesterday. I just didn't do them as deep....if I did them too deep it hurt. I also did some of my reflexology and that really helped with the pain! I was surprised. I was comfortable enough to not take any Advil. I did still take the muscle relaxers because I don't want my back freezing up again...that is just so painful! I did pretty good yesterday. I actually didn't really eat anything except some cheese and a hotdog without the roll in the mid afternoon. Just wasn't hungry. Didn't drink enough water either, so I'm already on my second bottle this morning. I had 3 slices of a personal pan cheese pizza last night and 2 bread sticks. I was soooooooo sleepy afterwards! Yuk! I know I'll probably pay for eating the " white " yesterday, but it was either that or mac and cheese (the only thing that my son can make right now LOL) Well, he can zap just about anything, but cooking...well, it's not something he ever wanted to learn. My middle son can cook! Wow, can he cook! He's like his dad. Speaking of my middle son, would you please pray for my Airman Rob and his fiancé ? They have some major decisions to make in the upcoming months and they are not easy ones. I can't go into detail as I promised Rob when I asked for prayer I wouldn't but I can say this involves more than just the two of them. I can also say that is putting off the wedding because of all this and Rob wants to get married as soon as possible. Now, since many of us our mom's and most of us are women and all of us are very intelligent I think you can read between the lines. If not, please don't ask, I can't say anymore. Just pray hard! I know I can count on you all love you, Jenni Proud Air Force Mom! May God guide and protect our troops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 Great job Kiki New route to go for you! R Re: Choices - 1/25/2005 Hi all!!! I think the cyber gremlins are at work again. It appears that I haven't gotten some of the posts in the past day or two. Grrrrrrrrrrrr... If I've missed anything along the way, that's got to be why. Not that I'm off on some fabu trip with some hottie cowboy...LOL Yesterday I pretty much slept again. After doing that all morning Sunday to try to rid myself of what thankfully didn't turn into full blown crud. Probably over did it Sunday going to Colorado Springs with my daughter, but oh well. We ate at Texas Roadhouse and yes, I had some rolls...LOL Had the chicken critter salad or whatever it's called and rattlesnake bites. That sounds way worse than what it really is. It's just cheese, chopped jalapenos {sp} in a batter...I know bad batter. But they were SOOOOOOOOOOOO good!!! That's really all I had Sunday. Then it was sleep all morning yesterday again, and I think I'm able to be saying buh-bye to whatever tried to take up residence in my body. Didn't eat until late last night, just had no appetite. Then I had a taco salad from Taco Bell. I just feel my body needs the carbs, that I normally don't eat, to help it heal. At least it wasn't pizza and fries like the last time...LOL So today, I'm fighting the puffy's. Ugggg, I hate this feeling! But I think, no I know, I'm back on track with my chosen WOE. I've got laundry started, the cat boxes cleaned and will start to tackle all that got left while I was at the SS. I'm gonna take some me time, I hope, as well. Y'all are doing so great!!! Love ya, Kiki Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 Me too , I do both too. And pilates is WONDERFUL with Rashelle's life lift don't you think? Especially the 100 " s. I can really feel my tummy muscles tighten. I think a lot of Rashelle's exercises are pilates based ~~aren't they Rashelle, or am I mistaken? Love< Connie Re: Choices - 1/25/2005 Connie I have really enjoyed yoga with Pilates my back is been better then ever, I have alot of lower back pain from lifting patients and pushing carts R Choices - 1/25/2005 Good morning everyone! Well, I've actually managed to get out of the recliner and off the couch and move around some. I was able to do about 10 breaths yesterday. I just didn't do them as deep....if I did them too deep it hurt. I also did some of my reflexology and that really helped with the pain! I was surprised. I was comfortable enough to not take any Advil. I did still take the muscle relaxers because I don't want my back freezing up again...that is just so painful! I did pretty good yesterday. I actually didn't really eat anything except some cheese and a hotdog without the roll in the mid afternoon. Just wasn't hungry. Didn't drink enough water either, so I'm already on my second bottle this morning. I had 3 slices of a personal pan cheese pizza last night and 2 bread sticks. I was soooooooo sleepy afterwards! Yuk! I know I'll probably pay for eating the " white " yesterday, but it was either that or mac and cheese (the only thing that my son can make right now LOL) Well, he can zap just about anything, but cooking...well, it's not something he ever wanted to learn. My middle son can cook! Wow, can he cook! He's like his dad. Speaking of my middle son, would you please pray for my Airman Rob and his fiancé ? They have some major decisions to make in the upcoming months and they are not easy ones. I can't go into detail as I promised Rob when I asked for prayer I wouldn't but I can say this involves more than just the two of them. I can also say that is putting off the wedding because of all this and Rob wants to get married as soon as possible. Now, since many of us our mom's and most of us are women and all of us are very intelligent I think you can read between the lines. If not, please don't ask, I can't say anymore. Just pray hard! I know I can count on you all love you, Jenni Proud Air Force Mom! May God guide and protect our troops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 26, 2005 Report Share Posted January 26, 2005 Hi Connie and , Many of the positions used in the different videos are based on Pilates, Calinetics, Yoga, a book with exercises for beautiful legs that my Mom got for me when I was a little girl after I was recovering from being crippled in the fourth grade. My legs were so awful and so weak and she thought they would help. They totally reshaped my legs so I have included them. Many of them are the chair exercises included in the Workout #2 video and soon to be DVD. Any good stretching or flexing poses are great combined with LifeLift. Take care, Rashelle Harness the Powerful Benefits of Oxygen with LifeLift. See why hundreds of thousands agree LifeLift is the best breathing program available. www.oxygenlift.net. www.oxygenzoo.com. Family Fitness Choices - 1/25/2005 Good morning everyone! Well, I've actually managed to get out of the recliner and off the couch and move around some. I was able to do about 10 breaths yesterday. I just didn't do them as deep....if I did them too deep it hurt. I also did some of my reflexology and that really helped with the pain! I was surprised. I was comfortable enough to not take any Advil. I did still take the muscle relaxers because I don't want my back freezing up again...that is just so painful! I did pretty good yesterday. I actually didn't really eat anything except some cheese and a hotdog without the roll in the mid afternoon. Just wasn't hungry. Didn't drink enough water either, so I'm already on my second bottle this morning. I had 3 slices of a personal pan cheese pizza last night and 2 bread sticks. I was soooooooo sleepy afterwards! Yuk! I know I'll probably pay for eating the " white " yesterday, but it was either that or mac and cheese (the only thing that my son can make right now LOL) Well, he can zap just about anything, but cooking...well, it's not something he ever wanted to learn. My middle son can cook! Wow, can he cook! He's like his dad. Speaking of my middle son, would you please pray for my Airman Rob and his fiancé ? They have some major decisions to make in the upcoming months and they are not easy ones. I can't go into detail as I promised Rob when I asked for prayer I wouldn't but I can say this involves more than just the two of them. I can also say that is putting off the wedding because of all this and Rob wants to get married as soon as possible. Now, since many of us our mom's and most of us are women and all of us are very intelligent I think you can read between the lines. If not, please don't ask, I can't say anymore. Just pray hard! I know I can count on you all love you, Jenni Proud Air Force Mom! May God guide and protect our troops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 27, 2005 Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 So agree Connie which Pilates DVD doyou like? R Choices - 1/25/2005 Good morning everyone! Well, I've actually managed to get out of the recliner and off the couch and move around some. I was able to do about 10 breaths yesterday. I just didn't do them as deep....if I did them too deep it hurt. I also did some of my reflexology and that really helped with the pain! I was surprised. I was comfortable enough to not take any Advil. I did still take the muscle relaxers because I don't want my back freezing up again...that is just so painful! I did pretty good yesterday. I actually didn't really eat anything except some cheese and a hotdog without the roll in the mid afternoon. Just wasn't hungry. Didn't drink enough water either, so I'm already on my second bottle this morning. I had 3 slices of a personal pan cheese pizza last night and 2 bread sticks. I was soooooooo sleepy afterwards! Yuk! I know I'll probably pay for eating the " white " yesterday, but it was either that or mac and cheese (the only thing that my son can make right now LOL) Well, he can zap just about anything, but cooking...well, it's not something he ever wanted to learn. My middle son can cook! Wow, can he cook! He's like his dad. Speaking of my middle son, would you please pray for my Airman Rob and his fiancé ? They have some major decisions to make in the upcoming months and they are not easy ones. I can't go into detail as I promised Rob when I asked for prayer I wouldn't but I can say this involves more than just the two of them. I can also say that is putting off the wedding because of all this and Rob wants to get married as soon as possible. Now, since many of us our mom's and most of us are women and all of us are very intelligent I think you can read between the lines. If not, please don't ask, I can't say anymore. Just pray hard! I know I can count on you all love you, Jenni Proud Air Force Mom! May God guide and protect our troops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 27, 2005 Report Share Posted January 27, 2005 I like The Method~what is your favorite? Re: Choices - 1/25/2005 So agree Connie which Pilates DVD doyou like? R Choices - 1/25/2005 Good morning everyone! Well, I've actually managed to get out of the recliner and off the couch and move around some. I was able to do about 10 breaths yesterday. I just didn't do them as deep....if I did them too deep it hurt. I also did some of my reflexology and that really helped with the pain! I was surprised. I was comfortable enough to not take any Advil. I did still take the muscle relaxers because I don't want my back freezing up again...that is just so painful! I did pretty good yesterday. I actually didn't really eat anything except some cheese and a hotdog without the roll in the mid afternoon. Just wasn't hungry. Didn't drink enough water either, so I'm already on my second bottle this morning. I had 3 slices of a personal pan cheese pizza last night and 2 bread sticks. I was soooooooo sleepy afterwards! Yuk! I know I'll probably pay for eating the " white " yesterday, but it was either that or mac and cheese (the only thing that my son can make right now LOL) Well, he can zap just about anything, but cooking...well, it's not something he ever wanted to learn. My middle son can cook! Wow, can he cook! He's like his dad. Speaking of my middle son, would you please pray for my Airman Rob and his fiancé ? They have some major decisions to make in the upcoming months and they are not easy ones. I can't go into detail as I promised Rob when I asked for prayer I wouldn't but I can say this involves more than just the two of them. I can also say that is putting off the wedding because of all this and Rob wants to get married as soon as possible. Now, since many of us our mom's and most of us are women and all of us are very intelligent I think you can read between the lines. If not, please don't ask, I can't say anymore. Just pray hard! I know I can count on you all love you, Jenni Proud Air Force Mom! May God guide and protect our troops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 28, 2005 Report Share Posted January 28, 2005 Sweet Rashelle What a precious Mother! Thanks for sharing R Choices - 1/25/2005 Good morning everyone! Well, I've actually managed to get out of the recliner and off the couch and move around some. I was able to do about 10 breaths yesterday. I just didn't do them as deep....if I did them too deep it hurt. I also did some of my reflexology and that really helped with the pain! I was surprised. I was comfortable enough to not take any Advil. I did still take the muscle relaxers because I don't want my back freezing up again...that is just so painful! I did pretty good yesterday. I actually didn't really eat anything except some cheese and a hotdog without the roll in the mid afternoon. Just wasn't hungry. Didn't drink enough water either, so I'm already on my second bottle this morning. I had 3 slices of a personal pan cheese pizza last night and 2 bread sticks. I was soooooooo sleepy afterwards! Yuk! I know I'll probably pay for eating the " white " yesterday, but it was either that or mac and cheese (the only thing that my son can make right now LOL) Well, he can zap just about anything, but cooking...well, it's not something he ever wanted to learn. My middle son can cook! Wow, can he cook! He's like his dad. Speaking of my middle son, would you please pray for my Airman Rob and his fiancé ? They have some major decisions to make in the upcoming months and they are not easy ones. I can't go into detail as I promised Rob when I asked for prayer I wouldn't but I can say this involves more than just the two of them. I can also say that is putting off the wedding because of all this and Rob wants to get married as soon as possible. Now, since many of us our mom's and most of us are women and all of us are very intelligent I think you can read between the lines. If not, please don't ask, I can't say anymore. Just pray hard! I know I can count on you all love you, Jenni Proud Air Force Mom! May God guide and protect our troops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 28, 2005 Report Share Posted January 28, 2005 Which one of the method? pick your spot (Lizzy told me of this one) also Austin R Choices - 1/25/2005 Good morning everyone! Well, I've actually managed to get out of the recliner and off the couch and move around some. I was able to do about 10 breaths yesterday. I just didn't do them as deep....if I did them too deep it hurt. I also did some of my reflexology and that really helped with the pain! I was surprised. I was comfortable enough to not take any Advil. I did still take the muscle relaxers because I don't want my back freezing up again...that is just so painful! I did pretty good yesterday. I actually didn't really eat anything except some cheese and a hotdog without the roll in the mid afternoon. Just wasn't hungry. Didn't drink enough water either, so I'm already on my second bottle this morning. I had 3 slices of a personal pan cheese pizza last night and 2 bread sticks. I was soooooooo sleepy afterwards! Yuk! I know I'll probably pay for eating the " white " yesterday, but it was either that or mac and cheese (the only thing that my son can make right now LOL) Well, he can zap just about anything, but cooking...well, it's not something he ever wanted to learn. My middle son can cook! Wow, can he cook! He's like his dad. Speaking of my middle son, would you please pray for my Airman Rob and his fiancé ? They have some major decisions to make in the upcoming months and they are not easy ones. I can't go into detail as I promised Rob when I asked for prayer I wouldn't but I can say this involves more than just the two of them. I can also say that is putting off the wedding because of all this and Rob wants to get married as soon as possible. Now, since many of us our mom's and most of us are women and all of us are very intelligent I think you can read between the lines. If not, please don't ask, I can't say anymore. Just pray hard! I know I can count on you all love you, Jenni Proud Air Force Mom! May God guide and protect our troops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 28, 2005 Report Share Posted January 28, 2005 It is the targeted one. Re: Choices - 1/25/2005 Which one of the method? pick your spot (Lizzy told me of this one) also Austin R Choices - 1/25/2005 Good morning everyone! Well, I've actually managed to get out of the recliner and off the couch and move around some. I was able to do about 10 breaths yesterday. I just didn't do them as deep....if I did them too deep it hurt. I also did some of my reflexology and that really helped with the pain! I was surprised. I was comfortable enough to not take any Advil. I did still take the muscle relaxers because I don't want my back freezing up again...that is just so painful! I did pretty good yesterday. I actually didn't really eat anything except some cheese and a hotdog without the roll in the mid afternoon. Just wasn't hungry. Didn't drink enough water either, so I'm already on my second bottle this morning. I had 3 slices of a personal pan cheese pizza last night and 2 bread sticks. I was soooooooo sleepy afterwards! Yuk! I know I'll probably pay for eating the " white " yesterday, but it was either that or mac and cheese (the only thing that my son can make right now LOL) Well, he can zap just about anything, but cooking...well, it's not something he ever wanted to learn. My middle son can cook! Wow, can he cook! He's like his dad. Speaking of my middle son, would you please pray for my Airman Rob and his fiancé ? They have some major decisions to make in the upcoming months and they are not easy ones. I can't go into detail as I promised Rob when I asked for prayer I wouldn't but I can say this involves more than just the two of them. I can also say that is putting off the wedding because of all this and Rob wants to get married as soon as possible. Now, since many of us our mom's and most of us are women and all of us are very intelligent I think you can read between the lines. If not, please don't ask, I can't say anymore. Just pray hard! I know I can count on you all love you, Jenni Proud Air Force Mom! May God guide and protect our troops! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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