Brave Story

Brave Story

Brave $15.45 Whilst researching a feature for the Australian colour magazine on winners of Australia’s highest bravery award, journalist Mark Whittaker became fascinated not just by the tales of heroism, but by the often unexpected outcomes that such moments of bravery had for each of the recipients. This book tells the story of a handful of extraordinarily brave Australians, whose actions saved others but whose lives remained changed for ever. Gripping, thought-provoking and utterly fascinating.

Brave Story $17.99 This book is in New – Excellent condition

Disney Brave Story Gift Set $19.99 Girls can recreate the tender tale at the heart of the Disney Pixar movie Brave with this Disney Brave Story Gift Set. Features magic clip fashions and turn Merida’s mom into a bear! Measures about 4-inches tall. Ages 3 and up.

The Bravest of the Brave $10.99 Late one day I hurried home, Stepping through the wood alone. It was deep and dim; I could barely see. But I thought brave thoughts to comfort me. A Young Skunk heads home through the woods—alone. Or maybe not… Could there be robbers, or pirates, or ghosts, or trappers in the woods? And is our hero brave enough to keep away? With bouncy rhymes, charming art, a subtle counting theme, and a surprise ending, this story will entertain and reassure any child who’s ever been afraid. From the Hardcover edition.

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Intrepid Explorer Please Help Me Lose Weight

Me: Uh, sir/ma'am, do you suppose you could help me lose weight?

I know it sounds silly, but after all, two heads are superior to one. At least that's what I hear. Please. I wouldn't ask if I really didn't need the help.

Yes, it's obvious it's not possible for you to actually help me lose weight. After all, you are just reading my article here, and I am, well, goodness knows where I am.

But no problem, as the kids these days say. We'll just pretend that you are an intrepid explorer. Let's further suppose that you are an explorer who likes to go outdoors and workout to keep in shape, maybe even lose weight.

You know, I do enjoy the outdoors. So sure, let's see what happens.

Me: “You will? Great! Well, Mr. or Ms. Explorer, what particular form of outdoor exercise might you choose to help me lose weight?”

Rock climbing! How’s that?

Me: Uh … er … hmmm…

You: Listen, doesn’t the thought of burning 400 to 500 calories just by doing a medium-strenuous climb excite you? Plus, rock climbing can burn up to 380 calories in 30 minutes. (Don’t attempt this at home,kids.)

As a matter of fact, you’ll not only increase your heart and lung power with rock climbing, you’ll also make your arms and legs more powerful. It is one of the top cardio exercises.

(Note Well: You might enjoy this article on the best cardio exercises for weight loss at http://www.shapefit.com/fitness-advice-5.html .)

Here’s the deal: Take a moderate rock climb and add in a sensible diet and voila! You’ll be slim and trim in no time.

Are you sure that’s all there is to it?

This is a good time for a disclaimer.

(Important Disclaimer: Be sure to get an OK from your doctor or medical professional before you begin any rock climbing exercise program.)

Me: Which reminds me. I have this, uh, friend who is, well, he’s not exactly … he’s an exercise wimp. What about him? I’d give a guy like that a pass..

You: Wait, I have a bonus for you.

Me: Do you?

You: Yes. OK, I’ll admit that working out at a gym can be kind of a drag. But rock climbing is fun. Really.

Me: That’s it? That’s the bonus?

You: Yep. The fun.

Me: Listen, it might be fun all right, but…

You: And I have some tips for you.

Me: Dare I ask?

You: It doesn’t matter whether you’re an old hand at rock climbing or a brand newbie, your body needs to be fully fortified. That means food and, maybe even more important, drinking water.

No-no No. 1: Never, never, never go rock climbing on an empty stomach. Ever.

Why? Because it is not a good idea when you are dangling on a rope to be hit with hunger pangs or an unquenchable thirst. Rock climbing isn’t child’s play. It requires your full attention and focus at all times.

To be properly fortified, your body needs:

• Roughage. Make sure you get plenty of dietary fiber in the 24 hours before your climb.
• Protein. Cold-water fish such as salmon and tuna are excellent sources of protein. Avocados and nuts are ideal pre-climb snacks.

Me: Yes, those are undoubtedly great tips, but … rock climbing?

You: Also, please ,if you’re going to eat bread, make it wheat and not white. And fresh fruit rather than canned. For Pete’s sake please save the canned stuff for the next hurricane or horde of locusts or whatever.

OK, so white bread and canned fruit do have a certain, albeit low, amount of nutritional value. The point is, we want to avoid a bladder or bowel attack when we’re dangling 50 feet in the air.

And, of course, pop and coffee are on the forbidden list prior to a rock climb. They are diuretics, and they can make you and your bladder miserable while you're rock climbing. It goes without saying that alcohol also is a pre-climb no-no.

As for water:

It is absolutely necessary that you have ample drinking water at hand while you are rock climbing.

After all, rock climbing can make you sweat – a lot.

Me: Yes, I’m sure rock climbing would make me sweat, but … I’m beginning to think maybe I’ve asked the wrong person to help me lose weight.

You: There is nothing good about dehydration. It can make you weak, lose concentration, even faint. Knowledgeable rock climbers try to avoid these things.

Me: I’ve just discovered that it is possible to sweat and feel faint simultaneously.

You: In conclusion, remember Water Rule No. 1: To avoid dehydration and also to avoid getting overheated, be sure to drink water before, during and after your climb, at which point you will stand with outstretched arms atop the rock you just conquered, celebrating your marvelous achievement and the weight loss you are sure to have.

Me (after a pause): OK, I’m absolutely convinced that the combination of rock climbing and a proper diet would be a fantastic way for you to help me lose weight.

But I’ll be straight with you. Rock climbing is not in my future. It just isn’t. Isn’t there some other way you can help me lose weight?

You: Sure. Several very good solutions to your weight problem. We could get started right now.

Me: You’re kidding. You can help me lose weight starting right away? Really!?

You: Absolutely.

Me: Not toying with me, are you? Promise? No rock climbing?

You: Nothing at all like that.

Me (smiling): What a nice man. (beat) Woman. (beat) Intrepid explorer. (beat) Whatever.

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