Hello, this is Mike from Kaiserwellnesscenter. Today, I want to tell you about a blog that I have been writing for the past couple of years (actually a little longer). The blog is called "Mike's Mental Awareness Journey." Why am I introducing a blog that has been going on for so long? Well, here is the reasons.
Initially, I started writing the blog to document my mental health and physical health from a general and more personal angle. Remember, that here at Kaiserwellnesscenter, we aim to educate the public about science and health/wellness. We want to "debunk" and "demystify" science that is confusing and disorienting to the general public. How are we different from other sites? Well, to take a little bit of a "tangent" off from my blog, Kaiserwellnesscenter members are motivated to talk about themselves and their improvements in their lives.
Too often, I will read a blog post on health and wellness and think "where does this person live?" -- "in a perfect world or what?" Or have you ever had the thought . . . "That is great that she or he can run 5 miles a day, but I am struggling on getting out of the house to run a mile." Well, if you have then our website is for you. Moreover, most websites are motivated by profit. Not us. We are strictly doing this work to show that there exists normal people who have degrees and are struggling day to day or month to month with optimizing their health. As we say about education, "education is a lifelong process."
Back to my blog. I wanted to share some struggles and obstacles in my life in hope that my story would help inspire you (the reader) to overcome obstacles that are present in your own life. I believe that everyone should be able to live a healthy and happy life. Of course, you will run into difficulties and setbacks (who cares). The great aspects about these setbacks is that you have your whole life ahead of you to improve. Is this starting to sound like an "info-mercial? I feel like I am talking like an advertisement. I do not mean to.
We just want the world to be more informed about science and how science plays into the health and wellness of the public at large on a daily basis. For example, did you know that 75% of all U.S. citizens that tried to enlist in the U.S. Army in 2010 were disqualified for obesity. That is right, 75% were disqualified for carrying too much weight around. Here is the video from General Hurtling of the United Stated Army:
I would suggest watching the entire video (around 16 minutes). Now, imagine what the downstream medical costs are for those obese people. Obesity leads to diabetes which can run onto become cardiovascular disease. Time to get moving folks. How much do you have to move? The time per week varies -- usually around 150 minutes -- 30 minutes Monday through Friday.
If you go to our website, there is a page that has a bunch of links to articles, videos, etc about getting up and moving. Fitness is the topic of the page. But what if you are not the type of person to run in the gym or run with a group? No worries. As I write on my blog, the most important learning experience that each of us can attain is to learn about ourselves. Usually when I say this to people, I get a blank stare. Learning about your body is extremely important. So important that you will find that learning about yourself is the main obstacle toward success.
Next, how do I find this out about myself? As you can read over the last couple of years on my mental awareness journey, the learning process is continuous. Over time, your metabolism will change as will your exercise habits. As you age, your body might start to develop a thirst for other types of exercise. An example of this is where I stopped training in Jiu Jitsu and moved toward increasing my time spent on my road bicycle. Anyways, I have carried on about this too much.
Remember, taking time out of the day to improve your health should not be a major issue for yourself. How do I know? Well, I have incorporated my workout into my commute to work. I ride a bicycle to the train station and from the station to my work. Then I repeat the reverse on the way home. I arrive feeling much better at the office and at home. There are other stories about engaging in active transportation on my mental awareness journey blog -- see Carlos's Journey.
I just wanted to introduce you to a blog that I have been writing off and on for the past couple of years. I do not post frequently (as in every two week or a month). Why? I believe that progress takes time and some immediate improvements might just be "noise" (as we say in science when evaluating data). Real improvements take time and realization through optimization on behalf of our efforts.
Check out "Mike's Mental Awareness Journey" and enjoy the other content on the site too. Click here for the menu page of my journey. We will be posting more frequently on this blog post site from now on -- I promise. I have spoken with other authors/members of Kaiserwellnesscenter and they agree -- more content on the blog. Look forward to seeing this soon.
Have a great and healthy day!
Wednesday, April 20, 2016
Sunday, April 17, 2016
Active Transportation Implies That Every Bicycle Trip Is A Commuting Trip!
My name is Mike Kaiser and I am part of Kaiserwellnesscenter.com. You may find my information on our website under 'bio'. This blog has been neglected to a certain extent. Over the next few months, Kayla Kaiser and I will work to turn that around. Part of the purpose of Kaiserwellnesscenter is to educate the public about health and wellness and the science behind the concepts. Additionally, we seek to include demystifying science behind consumer products, and fitness concepts and trends. Are we experts in all areas? No. Are we educated? Yes. Our staff consists of educated people in their respective areas. We all bring various contributions to the table. Let me give you an example of this.
Over the last few years, Kayla and I have been riding a bicycle and train to work. How do we do this? Well, the concept is called "blended commuting" -- due to the combination of riding a bicycle to the train station and then a train into the valley. Follow this by a short bicycle ride to the university at which we work. Kayla and I are concerned about our health and the health of the population in th midst of a growing obesity problem. We have been engaging in "active transportation" over the last few years. As a result, we have started a non-profit 501(c)3 organization (see www.bikecar101.com) to educate the public about bringing bicycles on board the public trains. Why do I carry on about active transportation?
One reason is that we all are faced with various trips during the day. How we choose to travel around is grounded in a choice of mode of transportation. How do you travel around town? Do you walk? Do you ride a bicycle? What are your limitations toward engaging in active modes of transportation? What are the real barriers? Some are legitimate. Some are fictitious. Regardless, how we view trips actually influences how we engage in active transportation. Here is an article I wrote on my own blog site:
http://jmkthought.blogspot.com/2016/04/active-transportation-implies-that.html
The purpose of the blog post was to challenge the public to re-think our idea of commuting. Why do we let our children walk or bicycle to the park? Why do we then tell them that in order to commute to school, we must drive? Where is the line between bicycling as a child and obtaining a driver's license at a teenager? Why do we choose to engage in driving rather than riding a bicycle? I am guilty of driving too sometimes - I admit.
The point is that we need to instill the value of walking and biking whenever possible. Even to engage in active transportation during our commuting. In the coming days, I will write more about this subject and others. Leave a comment if you have a topic that you would like covered.
Sincerely,
Mike
P.S. I write about my own "mental health" and "physical health" at the following page on our website www.kaiserwellnesscenter.com. Remember, each of us deserves to live a healthy and happy life.
Link to my mental health blog:
https://sites.google.com/site/kaiserwellnesscenter/home/mike-s-mental-awareness-journey/
My last post in Jan. on disconnecting from your devices:
https://sites.google.com/site/kaiserwellnesscenter/home/mike-s-mental-awareness-journey/disconnecting-from-your-devices-with-a-bicycle-and-train
Have a great day!
Over the last few years, Kayla and I have been riding a bicycle and train to work. How do we do this? Well, the concept is called "blended commuting" -- due to the combination of riding a bicycle to the train station and then a train into the valley. Follow this by a short bicycle ride to the university at which we work. Kayla and I are concerned about our health and the health of the population in th midst of a growing obesity problem. We have been engaging in "active transportation" over the last few years. As a result, we have started a non-profit 501(c)3 organization (see www.bikecar101.com) to educate the public about bringing bicycles on board the public trains. Why do I carry on about active transportation?
One reason is that we all are faced with various trips during the day. How we choose to travel around is grounded in a choice of mode of transportation. How do you travel around town? Do you walk? Do you ride a bicycle? What are your limitations toward engaging in active modes of transportation? What are the real barriers? Some are legitimate. Some are fictitious. Regardless, how we view trips actually influences how we engage in active transportation. Here is an article I wrote on my own blog site:
http://jmkthought.blogspot.com/2016/04/active-transportation-implies-that.html
The purpose of the blog post was to challenge the public to re-think our idea of commuting. Why do we let our children walk or bicycle to the park? Why do we then tell them that in order to commute to school, we must drive? Where is the line between bicycling as a child and obtaining a driver's license at a teenager? Why do we choose to engage in driving rather than riding a bicycle? I am guilty of driving too sometimes - I admit.
The point is that we need to instill the value of walking and biking whenever possible. Even to engage in active transportation during our commuting. In the coming days, I will write more about this subject and others. Leave a comment if you have a topic that you would like covered.
Sincerely,
Mike
P.S. I write about my own "mental health" and "physical health" at the following page on our website www.kaiserwellnesscenter.com. Remember, each of us deserves to live a healthy and happy life.
Link to my mental health blog:
https://sites.google.com/site/kaiserwellnesscenter/home/mike-s-mental-awareness-journey/
My last post in Jan. on disconnecting from your devices:
https://sites.google.com/site/kaiserwellnesscenter/home/mike-s-mental-awareness-journey/disconnecting-from-your-devices-with-a-bicycle-and-train
Have a great day!
Saturday, August 29, 2015
Happy Birthday GAMC!
The topic we listened to was about family health. The title was something like "Back to School, Back to Basics." Dr. Emil Avanes's message impacted me enough to get me thinking about it this entire week since his presentation.
Get a pocket-guide summarizing the talk here. Instructions for folding your book here:
http://www.pw.org/content/diy_how_to_make_a_pocketsize_book_0
Quick Tips
1. Walk (7 days/week)
2. Sleep (8 hours/night)
3. Drink (8 glasses/day)
4. Ask for Help
5. Trust your Helpers
Exercise
7 days per week
Ask yourself, how many days per week do you sleep? Get active!
Even if you have an active job, exercise outside of work.
Create health by starting with 5 minutes per day.
Find a friend to help you get a foot in the door of fitness!
Nutrition
What you put in your body creates all your cells.
Drinking water is a healthy habit, like putting gas in your
car.
Drink at least 5-6 Cups of water per day, 8 Cups is better.
Your body will use the water for organs first (brain, liver,
kidneys).
If you drink enough water, it will relieve muscle tension
& chest pain naturally.
Sugar
Sweets are the ultimate evil.
Sugar is 9 times more addictive than cocaine.
If you have a sugar habit, forgive yourself, it’s not your
fault.
When you eat sugar, your body craves more sugar.
Substitute sugary foods with vegetables and protein.
Sleep
Nighttime is when your body releases hormones.
Wind down, shut down, replenish, get deep sleep, and your body
will wake up recharged.
Using electronics at night can affect you past the time you
put them down.
Try reading a boring magazine instead, review your day, plan
the following day.
If you can’t sleep, don’t lay in bed worrying for more than
15 minutes.
Get up, walk around, wash the dishes, but don’t engage in
vigorous exercise. Try again.
Help
Don’t guilt trip yourself.
Humans are altruistic, helping someone else is easier than
helping yourself.
Thanks Dr. Avanes!
Monday, June 29, 2015
SoCal Events
Freedom Ride | Entry fee: FREE Metrolink Weekend Day Pass: $10Glendale, CA | Glendale Metrolink Station
400 W. Cerritos Ave | San Gabriel River trailSunday, July 12 | Start time: 6:30am
https://www.facebook.com/events/861473337222963/
Foothill 5k Challenge | Entry fee: $45Glendale, CA | Glendale Sports Complex
2200 Fern Ln | Catalina Verdugo trailSunday, July 19, 2015 | Start time: 8:15am
http://la.backonmyfeet.org/5kchallenge
Spirit of LA 5k Run | Entry fee: $30Los Angeles, CA | Elysian Park
1880 Academy Dr | by the baseball fields
Saturday, August 1, 2015 | Start time: 8:00am
http://thewccompany.com/spirit-of-la-run.html
Camarillo Duathlon Series | Run / Bike / Run | Cost: $85
Camarillo,CA
515 Eubanks Dr
April 12 | June 7 | August 2, 2015
Arroyo Creek Half MarathonStart at Rancho Simi Park and Erringer
Sunday, August 9, 2015 | Start time: 7:00am
http://www.arroyocreekhalf.com/
CicLAvia ~ Culver City Meets Venice | Cost: FREECulver City, CA | Metro Expo Line
8804 W Washington Blvd | Venice Beach via Mar Vista
Sunday, August 9, 2015 | Start time: 9:00am
http://www.ciclavia.org/ciclavia_culver_venice
Hansen Dam Superhero Run | 5k or 10k | $30 or $40Sylmar, CA
Hansen Dam Aquatic Center
Saturday, August 15, 2015 | Start time: 8:30amhttp://www.hdtri.com/Superherorun/
Tour de Lake Arrowhead | Cost:$60Lake Arrowhead, CA | Blue Jay Village on HWY 189
27984 Hwy 189 | mile high elevation San Bernardino Mts
Saturday, August 22, 2015 | Start time: 7:00am
http://tourdelakearrowhead.com/
Hometown Heroes Honor Run | Cost:$40 for 5k, $50 for 10kRiverside, CA
Arlington Sports Complex
Saturday, October 3, 2015
http://hometownheroesrun.com/
Long Beach Half Marathon | Entry fee: $100Long Beach, CA | Long Beach Convention Center
300 E Ocean Blvd | Queensway & San Pedro Bays
Sunday, October 11, 2015 | Start time: 7:30am
http://runlongbeach.com/half-marathon
Mariachi 5k | Entry fee: $31
Montebello, CA | City Park
1300 Whittier Blvd | Live Mariachi music along the course
Saturday, October 17, 2015
CicLAvia ~ Heart of LA | Cost: FREE
Los Angeles, CA | Echo Park to East LA
More info TBA
Sunday, October 18, 2015
http://www.ciclavia.org/events
Ride 2 Recovery: California Challenge | Single day: $75
Ventura, CA | Crowne Plaza Hotel
450 Harbor Drive | Finishing at West Los Angeles Medical Center
October 24, 2015 (Day 7) | Depart: 9:00 am
https://ride2recovery.com/event.php?ID=709
Mission Inn Run | Cost: 5k $40, 10k $45, half marathon $60
Riverside, CA
3400-3700 Main St
Sunday, November 8, 2015
http://www.missioninnrun.com/
Citrus Heritage Run
Riverside, CA Arlington Heights Sports Park
9401 Cleveland Ave
Ride 2 Recovery: California Challenge | Single day: $75Ventura, CA | Crowne Plaza Hotel
450 Harbor Drive | Finishing at West Los Angeles Medical Center
October 24, 2015 (Day 7) | Depart: 9:00 am
https://ride2recovery.com/event.php?ID=709
Mission Inn Run | Cost: 5k $40, 10k $45, half marathon $60Riverside, CA
3400-3700 Main St
Sunday, November 8, 2015
http://www.missioninnrun.com/
Citrus Heritage Run
Riverside, CA Arlington Heights Sports Park
9401 Cleveland Ave
Saturday, January 9, 2016
http://citrusheritagerun.com/
Surf City Half Marathon | Cost: $89
Huntington Beach, CA | Waterfront Beach Resort
21100 Pacific Coast Hwy | Pacific Coast Highway
Sunday, February 7, 2016 | Start time: 7:45am
http://www.runsurfcity.com/
Part of the Run Riverside Challenge
http://www.missioninnrun.com/run-riverside-challenge.html
Part of the Beach Cities Challenge
http://www.ocmarathon.com/for-runners/running/beach-cities-challenge.aspx
http://citrusheritagerun.com/
Surf City Half Marathon | Cost: $89Huntington Beach, CA | Waterfront Beach Resort
21100 Pacific Coast Hwy | Pacific Coast Highway
Sunday, February 7, 2016 | Start time: 7:45am
http://www.runsurfcity.com/
Part of the Run Riverside Challenge
http://www.missioninnrun.com/run-riverside-challenge.html
Part of the Beach Cities Challenge
http://www.ocmarathon.com/for-runners/running/beach-cities-challenge.aspx
Tuesday, June 2, 2015
Cycling Events ~ Summer 2015
3rd Annual Jewel City Ride
Who: The event is designed for cyclists of all levels and ages.- “Gear Grinder” 50 miles starts at 7:00am, cost $50 per rider
- “Fun & Fitness” 25 miles starts at 9:00am, cost $35 per rider
- “Family Ride” 7 miles starts at 10:30am, cost $20 per family
Where: Meet at Verdugo Park. 1621 Canada Blvd Glendale, CA 91208
How: Register at http://www.active.com/glendale-ca/cycling/races/3rd-annual-jewel-city-ride-2015
Why: The event is hosted by the Rotary Club of Glendale (Thursday Noon), and presented in collaboration with Walk Bike Glendale. Proceeds from the 2015 event will benefit youth served by Glendale YWCA, ARK Family Center and the City of Glendale Police Activity League (PAL).
ALL RIDERS WILL RECIEVE FREE LUNCH ALONG WITH THEIR VALID REGISTRATION...
15th Annual Los Angeles River Ride
Who: The event unites the diverse bicycling community with a variety of ride options.- "Century Ride" 100 miles starts at 7:00am, cost $50 per rider
- "Expert Ride" 70 miles starts at 7:45am, cost $50 per rider
- "Half Century" 50 miles starts at 8:00am, cost $40 per rider
- "Training Ride" 36 miles starts at 8:30am, cost $40 per rider
- "Explorer Ride" 25 miles starts at 8:45am, cost $40 per rider
- "Family Ride" 15 miles starts at 10:30am, cost $30 per family
When: Sunday, June 28th, 2015
Where: Meet at Autry Museum. 4700 Western Heritage Way, Los Angeles, CA 90027
How: Register at http://www.active.com/los-angeles-ca/cycling/races/15th-annual-los-angeles-river-ride-2015
Why: Your participation helps the Los Angeles County Bicycle Coalition (LACBC) continue to make all of LA County healthy, safe and fun for bikes. Additionally, your ride makes a difference in our Greenway 2020 campaign to complete all 51 miles of LA River Bike Path by the year 2020.
Prices listed are for LACBC members. If you aren't already a member, sign up at the special price of $25 when you register for this event. Hurry and register today, prices increase on June 4th.
ALL RIDES ARE FULLY SUPPORTED WITH PIT STOPS! FREE BRANDED PHOTO FROM PHOTOCRAZY.COM
Pick up your bib at Performance Bicycle *Woodland Hills or Santa Monica* on Saturday June 20th. Pick up your bib on Sunday June 21st at Performance Bicycle *Long Beach* or Incycle *Pasadena.*
Sunday, January 11, 2015
SoCal Events
Huntington Beach, CA
Sunday, February 1, 2015
http://www.runsurfcity.com/Registration-s/20.htm
$120.00 for half marathon | marathon is sold out!
Rose Bowl Half MarathonPasadena, CA
Sunday, February 15, 2015
http://pacificsportsllc.com/rose-bowl-half-marathon-info
$35 for 10k
Valencia, CA
Sunday, February 22, 2015
http://mgm5k2015.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1112632
$40 for 10k
Seaside Half Marathon
Ventura, CA
Sunday, February 22, 2015
http://www.seasidehalf.com/Course_Info___Directions.html
$40 for 10k
Race on the BaseLos Alamitos, CA
Saturday, February 28, 2015
http://www.raceonthebase.com/race-info/event-fees-a-schedule.html
$36 for 10k
Race on the Base
Reverse Triathlon
$75 (5k run, 13.1 mile bike, and 200 meter pool swim)
Saturday, February 28, 2015
http://www.raceonthebase.com/race-info/tri-a-jr-tri-info.html
Los Angeles, CA
Sunday, March 1, 2015
http://firecracker10k.org/10k-runwalk/
$38 for 10k
Los Angeles, CA
Sunday, March 1, 2015
http://firecracker10k.org/bike-rides/
$68 for bike ride AND run
Redlands, CA
Sunday, March 8, 2015
http://www.redlands-events.com/registration.htm
$35 for 10k
Los Angeles, CA
Sunday, March 15, 2015
http://www.lamarathon.com/participant-info/registration
$40 for 5k | $180 for marathon (thru Jan 14th)
Bear Claw Classic
Thousand Oaks, CA
Saturday, March 28, 2015
https://www.raceit.com/Register/?event=30441
donation for 30 mile or 103 mile + 11245 ft of climbing
Los Angeles, CA
Saturday, April 11, 2015
https://register.superheroevents.com/event/HollywoodHalfMarathon
$50 for 10k | $110 for half
Glendale, CA
Sunday, May 3, 2015
http://runtheverdugos.com/
registration opens soon!
Newport Beach, CA
Sunday, May 3, 2015
http://www.ocmarathon.com/races/marathon/oc-half-marathon.aspx
$105.00 for half
Climate Ride (40-60 miles per day)
Eureka to SF, CA
May 17th - 21st, 2015
http://www.climateride.org/events/california-coast
$100 registration +$2800 fundraising goal
Heartbreak 100 mi + 8673 ft of climbing
Los Padres National Forest (above Santa Clarita, CA)
Saturday, May 23, 2015
http://planetultra.com/portfolio/heartbreak-hundred/
registration opens soon!
Corona del Mar Scenic 5k
Newport Beach, CA
Saturday, June 6, 2015
https://www.cdmchamber.com/events/5k.asp
$38 for 5k
Los Padres National Forest (above Santa Clarita, CA)
Saturday, May 23, 2015
http://planetultra.com/portfolio/heartbreak-hundred/
registration opens soon!
Newport Beach, CA
Saturday, June 6, 2015
https://www.cdmchamber.com/events/5k.asp
$38 for 5k
Midnight Mission 5k/10k
Pasadena, CA
Sunday, June 14, 2015
Sunday, June 14, 2015
$40 for 10k
Monday, December 29, 2014
2015 Tiny House Garden
Last spring frost (50% probability) date is January 21st.
Chive ~ Asparagales order
start the seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before the last spring frost
Fennel ~ Apiales order
Radish ~ Brassicales order
1/21–29, 2/15–28
Spinach ~ Caryophyllales order
Swiss Chard ~ Caryophyllales order
Lettuce (Romaine, Red Sails) ~ Asterales order
Pepper (Anaheim, Cayenne, Jalapeno, California Wonder) ~ Solanales order
Chive ~ Asparagales order
start the seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before the last spring frost
Basil ~ Lamiales order
indoors 6 weeks before last frost date
indoors 6 weeks before last frost date
Chamomile ~ Asterales order
start indoors about 4 to 6 weeks before the last average frost
outdoors around last frost date
Radish ~ Brassicales order1/21–29, 2/15–28
Swiss Chard ~ Caryophyllales order
2/7–14, 3/1–15
3/1–7
3/1–16
Tomato ~ Solanales order
3/7–16
Summer squash (patty pan, wee bee little) ~ Cucurbitales order
Winter squash (Kabocha, Acorn, Butternut, Delicata, Carnival) ~ Cucurbitales order
3/15–16, 3/30–4/15
Parsley ~ Apiales order
wait until all possibility of frost has passed, parsley seeds like warm soil
Roses ~ Rosales order
refrigerate seeds for about 6 weeks, plant the seeds about 1/2 inch deep, provide no light for the first month, then give the tray 16 hours of light a day, germination should begin shortly and continue for 2 to 3 months
Summer squash (patty pan, wee bee little) ~ Cucurbitales order
Winter squash (Kabocha, Acorn, Butternut, Delicata, Carnival) ~ Cucurbitales order
3/15–16, 3/30–4/15
Parsley ~ Apiales order
wait until all possibility of frost has passed, parsley seeds like warm soil
Roses ~ Rosales order
refrigerate seeds for about 6 weeks, plant the seeds about 1/2 inch deep, provide no light for the first month, then give the tray 16 hours of light a day, germination should begin shortly and continue for 2 to 3 months
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