Life is a Playground
Experiments in art, fitness, and fun living by Heidi Bada
Victoria, B.C.
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Am I staying on track this Christmas?
December 26, 2025 by Heidi Bada
Let's talk about fitness during the holidays. My whole month of December is busy with activities between my birthday and…
How to Go Shopping After Work Without Missing Dinner
December 19, 2025 by Heidi Bada
December creates a very specific kind of pressure. You’re leaving work. You’re already tired. You really want to go shopping, and time is running out now,…
A Daily Checklist to Start Your Day Right
December 11, 2025 by Heidi Bada
Some mornings feel like a breeze. Others feel like you’re already behind before you get up on your feet. To stop this…
A Realistic Workout Routine for Busy People, Without Feeling Sluggish
December 4, 2025 by Heidi Bada
Those of us that work full-time need a workout that can be done at home or gym without intruding on…
Latest Fitness Wins: Footbag, Medicine Ball, and Staying Active on Work Nights
November 28, 2025 by Heidi Bada
This week I didn’t film any of my workouts but I still wanted to share a little progress because these small wins…
The Quiet Impulse Behind Everyday Fitness
November 20, 2025 by Heidi Bada
It's simple: conviction. This week I’ve been thinking about why some days it’s easy to get moving, and other days…
A Quick Workout Can Turn Your Whole Day Around
November 13, 2025 by Heidi Bada
Impromptu exercise again today Yesterday my activity consisted of impromptu footbag practice after work. I got 5 hits in a…
Should I Take Down My Ninja Line for the Winter?
November 7, 2025 by Heidi Bada
I've been telling myself I’m going to take down the obstacle course in the yard before the rainy season hits. But a…
Exercise Memories of September 2025
October 30, 2025 by Heidi Bada
Basically, I forgot to post this when it was current - about a particularly fun day and my fitness progress…