[Sportsandrec] Zumba?

Kociaba Fitness kociabafitness at gmail.com
Mon Jul 18 23:42:34 UTC 2016 

Hi,
40 lbs is a totally reachable goal. Not a quick and easy one but totally
doable.
If I can be of any help with diet or exercise suggestions I would be happy
to help.
Email me directly at kociabafitness at gmail.com if you are interested.
Just to be clear, Iam not trying to sell you anything. Just offering a
little help and support.
Bill

Bill Kociaba
www.kociaba-fitness.com
"Building Better Bodies Since 1981"


-----Original Message-----
From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of
Kris F via SportsandRec
Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 6:50 PM
To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List
Cc: foleyforever at gmail.com
Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Zumba?

I appreciate the suggestions and the talk of personal responsibility.  I am
trying to lose an additional 40 pounds.  I think accepting responsibility is
key to meeting this goal.  I think people appreciate things more if they
have to work for them.  I will surely appreciate the weight loss that will
come only from an investment of money, time, and effort.   

Sent from my iPhone

> On Jul 18, 2016, at 6:08 PM, Kociaba Fitness via SportsandRec
<sportsandrec at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Gee Bridgit, you act like a responsible adult who understands that 
> they have to sacrifice some things in order to get other more 
> important things.  Not a common personality trait in many blind people 
> I have met.  Hell budgets and prioritizing are not skills that many 
> people have these days...blind or sighted.
> Bill
> 
> Bill Kociaba
> www.kociaba-fitness.com
> "Building Better Bodies Since 1981"
> 
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf 
> Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via SportsandRec
> Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 2:18 PM
> To: 'Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List'
> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Zumba?
> 
> For me, the biggest expense is getting to and from an exercise class. 
> When I go to the Y, I typically take a Lyft or Uber, which cost. But 
> one thing I calculate in my budget is this expense. It's important to 
> me, so I make it something I include when budgeting. Just like I do 
> for the type of food I purchase. I try to eat healthy, so I calculate 
> the cost of organic and healthier foods into my budget. This is one 
> way to take responsibility for things that are important to you.
> 
> But you can also find friends in classes or sports you participate in 
> who likely would be willing to drive. I always offer gas money in 
> these situations, but usually it's cheaper than taking a ride share. 
> And often they don't accept it, but I think the offer should be made. 
> But finding someone doing the same activity is another option when it 
> comes to transportation.
> 
> During my triathlon trainings, my partner was always willing to pick 
> me up, which worked well. We have developed a legit friendship too now.
> 
> Bridgit
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf 
> Of J Steele-Louchart via SportsandRec
> Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 12:56 PM
> To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List 
> <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: J Steele-Louchart <jsteelelouchart at gmail.com>
> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Zumba?
> 
> Bill,
> 
> You've brought this full-circle, and to a topic which the list might 
> find useful. Part of sports and recreation is acknowledging your 
> responsibilities as a participant. It's actually been one of my 
> regrets. I've had several running guides who I, frankly, was using 
> without even realizing it. Taking responsibility for my own 
> participation  was a lesson I had to learn the hard way. What are some 
> recommendations you have for making sure that we're being equal 
> partners in activities rather than accidentally taking advantage?
> 
> Warmth,
> J
> 
> 
> On 7/18/16, Kociaba Fitness via SportsandRec <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
> wrote:
>> Bridgit no sorrys. You are making a good point.  This may get me 
>> kicked off this list but the can has been opened up so I am going to 
>> rant on one of my pet pieves.  As I have previously mentioned I teach 
>> a few fitness classes at the local Lighthouse.  Because of a kids 
>> summer camp they offer there became a space issue and I was looking 
>> to relocate one of my classes.  I had three people tell me they would 
>> not continue because their transportation to and from the LH was 
>> covered but if we went somewhere else they would have to pay.  Two of 
>> them actually tole me I should pay for their rides.  I should pay for 
>> the pleasure of teaching them???which I don't get paid for myself???
>> I have seen a sense of entitlement in many people that I find very 
>> frustrating.  I have had people ask me to work with them privately 
>> and I try to be very flexable with the cost as I understand limited 
>> incomes and adding the cost of transportation to the mix but they 
>> actually expect me to give them my time for free.
>> 
>> I will not deny that I have taken advantage of services offered to me 
>> by the state and I am thankful for that help.  But when it gets to a 
>> point that people don't want to pay for anything and actually expect 
>> everything to be given to them for free, well that's just out of hand.
>> I have actually had sevral of my students go to DBS and ask for 
>> talking scales. Surprised they didn't ask for workout clothes while 
>> they were at it.
>> End of mini rant.
>> Bill
>> Bill Kociaba
>> www.kociaba-fitness.com
>> "Building Better Bodies Since 1981"
>> 
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf 
>> Of Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via SportsandRec
>> Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 12:32 PM
>> To: 'Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List'
>> Cc: Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter
>> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Zumba?
>> 
>> No, you're right. And yes, many times we have a few extra steps to 
>> accomplishing something, like an exercise class, that sighted people
> don't.
>> There is a fine line and a balance, and it's up to the individual to 
>> determine what is best for them.
>> 
>> I'm just in a mood today, smile. But I do think we sometimes expect 
>> certain things without first just trying. We all do it, me included.
>> My grad school is paid for by a rehab agency, and I've also received 
>> scholarships because I'm blind. So...
>> 
>> Sorry for the tangent. I know I sound judgey, not my intention, just 
>> a question posed wrong.
>> 
>> Bridgit
>> 
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf 
>> Of J Steele-Louchart via SportsandRec
>> Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 11:22 AM
>> To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List 
>> <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
>> Cc: J Steele-Louchart <jsteelelouchart at gmail.com>
>> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Zumba?
>> 
>> Bridgit,
>> 
>> On one hand, sighted people don't have to take additional classes to 
>> learn what they can learn by watching. On the other hand, it does 
>> seem that true equality means being willing to do the hard work to get
there.
>> 
>> But then again, I took a college scholarship awarded for nothing more 
>> than my blindness, I accepted SSI rather than working a part-time 
>> job, and sometimes I take rides from friends because I don't feel 
>> like paying a driver. So do I really believe that, or does it just 
>> make me feel good to be right? I guess I don't know where I draw the
line.
>> 
>> Warmth,
>> J
>> 
>> 
>> On 7/18/16, Bridgit Kuenning-Pollpeter via SportsandRec 
>> <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>> Not to be "that person," but why do we always suggest entities that 
>>> can possibly fund our endeavors? Sighted people don't have places 
>>> willing to pay for exercise, so why should we expect it? If you want 
>>> to participate in exercise of any kind, just do it. If along the way 
>>> someone offers financial assistance, great, but why do we always 
>>> make it our first priority?
>>> 
>>> Bridgit
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
>>> Behalf Of Michelle Ouellet via SportsandRec
>>> Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 11:09 AM
>>> To: sportsandrec at nfbnet.org
>>> Cc: Michelle Ouellet <ydnest at aol.com>
>>> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Zumba?
>>> 
>>> I agree this is a good approach as well Advertising on Craig's list 
>>> for an instructor (local) might work Also checking with state re-hab 
>>> offices (will they pay for this? ) or some health care providers pay 
>>> for preventative exercise classes.....Where there is a will there is 
>>> a way
>> !
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: Kociaba Fitness via SportsandRec <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
>>> To: 'Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List'
>>> <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org>
>>> Cc: Kociaba Fitness <kociabafitness at gmail.com>
>>> Sent: Mon, Jul 18, 2016 11:56 am
>>> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Zumba?
>>> 
>>> Contacting the co.s would be a total waste of time and energy. In 
>>> spite of them being trademarked fitness programs virtually every 
>>> instructor will modify moves, sequence, level of intensity etc.  The 
>>> easiest and likely most effective thing would be to speak to the 
>>> instructor privately and perhaps arrange a couple private classes to 
>>> learn the moves as well as to "teach"
>>> the instructor to be more verbal with his/her cues so you can keep up.
>>> You may have to pay for those private lessons but that might be 
>>> something you can resolve with the fitness center manigement.
>>> Remember instructors are payed by the class so in their case time is
>> money.
>>> 
>>> Bill Kociaba
>>> www.kociaba-fitness.com
>>> "Building Better Bodies Since 1981"
>>> 
>>> -----Original Message-----
>>> From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
>>> Behalf Of Michelle via SportsandRec
>>> Sent: Monday, July 18, 2016 7:34 AM
>>> To: Sports and Recreation for the Blind Discussion List
>>> Cc: Michelle
>>> Subject: Re: [Sportsandrec] Zumba?
>>> 
>>> Zumba and jazzercize are very difficult to follow as questions are 
>>> visual.
>>> Both companies should be contacted to arrange for accommodations.
>>> 
>>> Michelle.
>>> Thoughts are things.  Make them good ones!!
>>> 
>>>>> On Jul 17, 2016, at 8:18 PM, maryjane via SportsandRec
>>>> <sportsandrec at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>>>> 
>>>> I also would like to know that too. Also where can I get the music 
>>>> to the zomba fitness core
>>>> 
>>>> 
>>>> -----Original Message-----
>>>> From: SportsandRec [mailto:sportsandrec-bounces at nfbnet.org] On 
>>>> Behalf Of Kris F via SportsandRec
>>>> Sent: Saturday, July 16, 2016 9:14 PM
>>>> To: sportsandrec at nfbnet.org
>>>> Cc: foleyforever at gmail.com
>>>> Subject: [Sportsandrec] Zumba?
>>>> 
>>>> How does a blind person follow what is going on in Zumba?
>>>> 
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