http://money.cnn.com/magazines/business2/business2_archive/2006/12/01/8394979/index.htm?postversion=2006113015

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the cold-water efforts have begun in earnest. thanks for the tips and you are spot on about the gyms. Though some of them are a little better than others.

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http://mattishness.blogspot.com/2007/02/internet-video-ad-model-solved.html

Gyms are tough; that’s for sure. I’ve tried them in the past, but just didn’t go often enough…and these days, with so many scary skin and other diseases out there now, I no longer like the idea of sharing the equipment with who-knows-who…or what.

Now I stick w/4-5x/week jogs + 1/2 hr of simple dum/barbells 2-3 times a week. Feels great, and keeps the weight off.

Since you travel so much, you do of course have access to the hotel gyms; you might also pick up a set of those stretch bands. Easy to use, light weight, not much space…and you can use them in your hotel rooms.

Last thought. Pick up a DVD set of the old 1970’s Kung Fu TV series staring David Carradine. I know this one sounds nutty, but there’s just something about experiencing Kwai Chang Caine’s approach to life that’s very calming in this often over-stimulated, too-much-to-do world of ours…

Peace.

what is that wave of change you are talking about? i am trying to get a better idea – not questioning your comment.

that is some seriously good advice. i am going to incorporate the “cold water” right away. I am doing the brisk walk etc and have even joined a gym. Oh well, promises to keep and all that.

1. Keep a bottle of (preferably) cold water handy at (most) all times; use as your drink during meals…and when those hunger pains start up between meals and in the evenings (or whenever you hear about or get pitched about another video or “social” site/service).

Water–especially when it’s cold–helps us feel full/er; and of course has no calories.

1. Use smaller plates whenever possible; they fill w/less food, and fulfill the mind’s desire for a “full plate.”

2. Walk briskly for 30 minutes/day as often as possible…even between appointments counts. Burns calories…and raises the metabolism for hours afterwards…while refreshing your minds to handle more “me-too” telecom and mobile app pitches.

We want you healthy and around for many years to come!