What Are You Thankful For?

November 20, 2014July 2, 2025anne

I am thankful for you!. I am surrounded by a diverse group of supportive, fascinating people and I appreciate each and every one of you!

Thanksgiving is coming up and I have been thinking about all the things and people I am thankful for. Did you know that cultivating gratitude can improve your health? Research shows that grateful people are better able to cope with stress, have improved immune function, sleep better, and exercise more regularly than those with a less optimistic outlook.

You have probably heard me talk about my Grannie Mattie. She was always positive. Always! Once I asked her if she ever got depressed and she said “sometimes I think about Grandpa (who is deceased) and I get sad, but then I just think of something funny one of your kids said when you were little and then I laugh and laugh!”

Want to train your brain to be more optimistic? Here are three things you can start doing today:

Keep a gratitude journal. Once a day, preferably first thing in the morning, write down one thing you are grateful for. And yes there’s an app for that.
Think of the good times. Stuck in traffic? Stressful exchange with a co-worker? Think back to a happy moment from your past (just like Mattie did).
Say thank you. Thank someone who did something nice for you either in person, via email, or sit down with pen and paper and write a thank you note.

This month I challenge you to share your gratitude. What are you thankful for? Leave a gratitude post on Fluid’s facebook page and you could win a massage gift certificate. Winner will be announced on the December newsletter.

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Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood), Oregon based Personal Trainer and Licensed Massage Therapist. She offers integrative movement + massage sessions to help you care for your body and mind.

Fluid Wellness Challenge Starts September 22nd, 2014

September 10, 2014June 24, 2025Anne

What a super response from you all! Already half of the spots are filled for this challenge! If you would like to be part of this contact Anne A.S.A.P.

Registration closes Sunday September 21st.

Did you pop out of bed like a piece of toast this morning or hit the snooze button until the very last minute? Are you able to enjoy the activities you once did or are aches and pains holding you back? How would you like to wake up every day free of joint pain, mental fatigue, and stress?

You are invited to join us this month for Fluid’s Wellness Challenge!

What: Four week challenge. Weekly assignments that include simple mindfulness, nutrition, and fitness activities.
Who: You! And your Fluid family. This contest is open to anyone, client of mine or not. Limited to 30 participants max, split into two groups.
How: Get your $10 cash in Anne’s hands by Sunday Sept 21st. This enters you into the contest. Anne sends you weekly assignments, and you log your points. At the end of the month the group with the most total points wins! Winners announced at the party on October 26th.
When: Contest runs September 22nd to October 20th.
Where: Anywhere! You can compete even if you are traveling this month.
Why: To look and feel your best. To wake up pain free. To again enjoy the activities you once loved. To get out of your rut. To win cold hard cash!

What exactly are you getting into? Here is a preview of week one:

1) Walk for ten minutes a day

2) Sit quietly for five minutes a day

3) Keep a daily food journal

Still have questions? Contact me. I am so excited for you to join me on this journey!

Remember you have to be in it to win it! You must register with Anne by September 21st.

Anne McCranie is a Portland (Sellwood) Oregon based Personal Trainer, and Licensed Massage Therapist. She offers private sessions, Pilates and Yoga classes and seasonal group activities.

Contact her today for your complimentary consultation. (503) 705-4762

Lengthen and Stretch Your Spine And Legs With The August Five Exercises

August 10, 2014July 2, 2025anne

The August Five are up! Did you know Dancer’s Pose is my favorite standing balance pose?

This month our theme is length! Imagine stretching your spine and lengthening your legs with these moves (ideally one minute each every day this week). Click here for detailed descriptions of these moves.

Want a personal demo for these moves? Join one of Fluid’s weekly classes or call Anne to schedule a one on one session. (503) 705-4762.

The August Five

1) Lion Drinking

2) Thread the Needle

3) Bridge

4) Scissors

5) Yoga Dancer’s Pose

Anne McCranie is a Portland, Oregon based Personal Trainer, Pilates and Yoga instructor and Licensed Massage Therapist. This post is meant to jog your memory about moves we have done together either in class or in a private training session. Please see your health care professional prior to beginning a new exercise program.

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July 25, 2014July 25, 2014anne

July Five Exercises For Upper Body Strenth, Core Strength, Standing Balance, And Hip Flexibility

July 12, 2014July 12, 2014anne

The July Five are up! For detailed descriptions of these moves click here, or better yet come see me for a private session this week. I have a few times available Sunday July 20th, Friday the 25th and Tuesday the 29th. Interested in a class? Click here for Fluid’s full class schedule. Message me and I will hold a spot for you.

1) Criss Cross

2) Medicine Ball Push Up

3) Big Twist

4) Warrior III

5) Pigeon

Anne McCranie is a Personal Trainer, Pilates and Yoga instructor and Licensed Massage Therapist. She offers one on one training and group classes by appointment in her Sellwood studio. This post is meant to jog your memory about the exercises we have done as a team. Please see your health care professional prior to beginning a new exercise program.