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Out & About #749 | Week #80 Quarantine Update Feat. Studio Bon Session #3

9/26/2021

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​As the final days of t-shirt weather pass us by, Mother Nature grows unpredictable with her sudden gutsy gusts, inexhaustible downpours, and unusual humidity.

The varying temperatures inflict minimal involvement on my part, for the majority of my days are still spent before spreadsheets and screens. A persistent unwellness lingers about my mind and body, urging meals of congee and lean red meat. Pickled cabbage stimulates a tenantless appetite, while Salted Pork Congee reigns at the top of the Most Wanted list. Blanched leafy greens and delectable beef brisket from Wonton Chai are also procured.
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A desire for solid food is somewhat recovered by the end of the work week, once the draft of a major deliverable has finally been, well, delivered. The Square One parking lot at Rathburn and Duke of York was converted into a physically-distanced outdoor market for the first weekend of Night Market TO: Harvest Festival. Rotating each week was the vendors list; Liko's Hawaiian Barbecue was spotted on the lineup for opening weekend, prompting a visit for wonderfully marinated pulled pork.
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We pulled into a fairly full lot just after 7 PM and made our way past the blaring speakers of repetitive Jalebi Baby. Positioned along the perimeter of the lot were the various food vendors. Each stall had been allocated a minimum radius of 10 metres for operations and queuing; photo-ready displays filled the spaces between in the forms of wooden swings and multi-toned pumpkin arrangements. At the centre of the lot was a small pumpkin patch, mini hay stack, chess board, life-sized Connect 4 contraption, and even a merry-go-round.
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I made my rounds to each of the stalls in review of our options, though my heart had not wavered from the plan of Liko's. Known for exclusive participation in pop-up events, I was keen to catch a glimpse of their array of offerings since my last experience at the Waterfront Night Market.
The Harvest Festival menu unfortunately excluded the skewers and Pulled Pork Bun I had hankered for so desperately. Instead was the availability of SPAM musubi, a popular Japanese-Hawaiian street snack, and an Aloha Plate. The set comprised of rice, macaroni salad, barbecue chicken, short ribs, and their infamous kahlua pork. A no-tax discount was offered for cash payments for a total of $30 for two Aloha Plate boxes.
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​Our departure was made shortly obtaining sustenance. As we proceeded past the blaring speakers once more, I caught sight a vehicle zooming through the aisles of the asphalt lot. My mouth dropped agape, for the vehicle's speed had far exceeded local roads, let alone a parking lot with pedestrians weaving between cars. Crowds began to gather in the lot - in a rather raucous manner, if I may add. We took it as our cue to leave, and utilize extreme caution while doing so.

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Out & About #748 | Rouge National Urban Park + Village Ice Cream

9/25/2021

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The weekend commenced with an early morning appointment in Scarborough. While travelling on the Macdonald-Cartier Freeway proved relatively painless at this time, stupidity was unavoidable on local sections of roadway. Rage filled the remainder of the fifteen-minute, residential speed limit-restricted route.
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Afternoon activities were partially pre-arranged with a lover of stars and pigs. The agenda was weather-dependent, but probable to proceed as planned given clear skies and dry lands.
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​I proposed purchase of the mid-day meal for consumption in the wilderness. While my own desires lay with trusty ol' McD's, the lover of stars and pigs was eager to take up my offer of Marathon takeout. Nestled in a plaza with dilapidated pavement markings and a plethora of bubble tea options, I sauntered into the HK-style cafe that had brought me minimal enjoyment prior.
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A Pineapple Bun w/ Pork Chop + Cold Milk Tea combo was requested at the counter. Payment was made in the form of cash, as expected of east end GTA establishments. The frontmost section of the eatery had been allocated towards pickup orders, with baskets assigned for UberEats, SkipTheDishes, and several other meal service apps. To the north side was an indoor dining space, separated from the order counter with a sign indicating need for proof of vaccination. Although it is presumable that most residents have received both doses well over two weeks ago, a couple that entered shortly afterwards proved me wrong.
"We need your proof of vaccination." uttered a member of staff.
The woman cast a wary look at her partner before a hushed "Let's just get it to go." was overheard.
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A personal mission of mine was to try the M Cha Bar outpost in the same (dreaded) plaza. Order placement at Marathon had enabled stalling until their slated opening of noon, at which point my entrance was announced. The interior was furnished beautifully and oddly upscale given its coordinates. Seating, however, was not permitted. Within the bubble tea shop was an overwhelming presence of Plexiglass barriers. From the card machine affixed outside the cashier to the pick-up area, the drink preparation area was nearly entirely enclosed.
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I took to my regular Roasted Oolong Milk Tea w/ Coffee Jelly and quickly deemed the Vaughan location superior in drink quality. The Scarborough outpost's creation lacked depth despite the facility's attractive decor, revealing excessive milkiness and stiff chunks of stomach-lurching jelly cubes.
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Out & About #747 | Week #79 Quarantine Update Feat. Post-Thunderstorm Cycling

9/19/2021

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For someone who is constantly working, I tend to have many stories to tell. Beyond daily doses of irritation, annoyance, and disrespect, it is not uncommon to be caught off guard by the fundamental responsibilities of a mannerly citizen and contributing member of society.
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Monday morning saw the assembly of blue sky bran muffins (for freezable/future breakfasts) and, with the federal election around the corner, taking advantage of the last day of Advance Polls.
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Smile Cookies were back for a limited time, and I couldn't resist picking up my first few to tie me over until the latter half of the week. Icing was noted to be muted this time around, and decidedly thicker (ie. prone to accidental indentation).
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​Less tacky than standard icing sugar, detachment was also not uncommon.
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Out & About #746 | Sum Pilates Session #10 Recap, LUNA Bakery + Cafe Landwer

9/18/2021

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I woke to the sound of rustling, rather than that of my alarm, which had not gone off following a software update. Hurriedly gathering my cooler and two changes of clothing, I hobbled out the door and onto the highway.
A last-minute opening on the chiro waitlist sent me back to Markham a week later. I was undoubtedly in lesser pain than the previous visit, though mobility remained restricted in fear of further injury.
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Breakfast was secured following the appointment at the nearby Longo's: an Iced Americano for better productivity and a Turkey Bacon, Cheddar & Egg White Sandwich for, well, lack of an alternative breakfast sandwich. That said, the high protein content was greatly appreciated as pre-pilates fare.
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Roughly ninety minutes would need to pass before the scheduled class time, so, in review of options in the area, I took to Oakbank Pond Park.
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Having driven past while hunting for less congested local routes, I had recalled a sliver of concrete for parking by the space. I drew near the park and, sure enough, my memory had not proven faulty.
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Out & About #745 | Week #78 Quarantine Update Feat. Cycling along Culham Trail

9/12/2021

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I am a subconscious planner - one that forecasts plausible situations and adjusts in preparation for such occurrences. The adolescent version would contemplate highly unrealistic scenarios to justify absence in avoiding class (the classic "Cause and Effect" tale from elementary creative writing), though it is safe to declare that the modern evolution evaluates circumstances strictly conceivable in the real world.
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Invoicing period rolls around on the same calendar day of every month, yet the amount of associated anxiety is unchanging. Unexpected changes often arise, leading to prolonged torture and exasperation. The process is far from straightforward, or maybe it's because there are those that wish it not to be for fear of routine.

​The day drags on with uncertainty, driving me to the point of extreme fatigue, unmanageable migraines, and near the point of vision loss from spreadsheet scrutinization. It is at these times that my body demands liberation into the LED-devoid skies and greenery of suburbia.
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Paperwork preparation day coincided with temperatures hovering about the 20-degree mark. Humidity was at a mininum. Thus, I found my helmet in a hurry and hobbled onto the concrete sidewalk. My brakes were screeching nearly every tap (or half-tap) of the way.

​Roughly three months had passed since my 
last cycling adventure. Lack of motivation had been owed to unbearable levels of troposphere moisture, along with a distinct preference for familiarization of new choreography. The latter was currently less appealing in the face of untreated shoulder pain; moreover, my eyes begged direly for a break.
My go-to trail led me to the Burnhamthorpe overpass, where cyclists and pedestrians had the opportunity to gaze upon the Credit River from both north and south sides. I continued towards the Riverwood Conservation Area, making a sharp turn for a flight of wood-reinforced stairs that had never caught my eye before.
The descent made for rather unenjoyable bike handling, but was a great car-less/board-less option otherwise.
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Out & About #744 | Sum Pilates Session #9 Recap

9/11/2021

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Weekends are meant for sleeping in. I relinquished such privilege in exchange for a last-minute chiro treatment. The appointment had been made available after endless pleading to the receptionists, and it was only right to be punctual for the accommodation.

The visit confirmed injury of the AC joint, as I had speculated, and entailed a shoulder adjustment and laser therapy to alleviate inflammation. My range of motion was restricted by 75%, where movement beyond the 90 degrees between my sides and shoulder height was forbidden, or at least heavily opposed.
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Between the hours of 10 AM and 2 PM, there was little for me to do. After confirming bake-ability of my OOMOMO tart pans, I headed over to Platform, hopeful I'd be able to reside there for a while.

"Do you have a reservation?" came the dreaded question upon my entry.
"Um...no." I stuttered. I didn't think I needed one. "Do you have any spots?"
I was informed that all tables had been booked and was offered the bar without a second thought. In reality, the "bar" was more of a waiting area before the window than proper seating. It was the only choice made available, thus I grudgingly agreed.
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The splattered, sticky blinds were lowered slightly, diffusing incoming illumination by a tad. Residual rays permeated my eyes, causing reflection on my laptop screen and reduction in visibility. Underneath the equally sticky counter were several potted plants, hindering further lowering of the blinds. My calves and ankles burned underneath the table.
Despite there not being an outlet in sight, I remained stationary. Other parties of one made their entrances; some were turned away, while an older lady was provided a booth for her reading pleasures.
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I took to small sips of my Iced Americano over the first hour and half of my stay, sweating underneath my mask majority of the time. By the 12:30 pm mark, I requested a Long-Haul Breakfast as lunch. Pricey and admittedly greasy, roughly one half of the greased greens, ham-and-cheese-filled omelette, and a single hash brown were ingested with haste to provide energy for the pilates class that was to follow.
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I set foot into the studio around the 1:57 pm mark. The earlier class was ongoing, and a mixture of English and Korean instructions could be heard from the waiting area. The client duo consisted of a woman capable of articulating the Korean language and a man who was an apparent avid badminton player.

After bidding farewell to the couple, the instructor welcomed me with a smile and proceeded with a temperature check. I took the opportunity to address comments and warnings from the morning's chiropractor appointment. There was "shearing" in the shoulder area, which led to audible clicks with certain movements; the arm of the injured shoulder was permitted to move laterally ("abduction"), but not backwards, "as it would cause the AC join to jut forwards" - an unwanted scenario. She nodded and confirmed her understanding twice before initiating the routine.
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We started with the Cardio-Tramp in the group fitness area, as the private session room was being occupied by the studio owner and another client. Spacious enough for four Reformers and their accessories, one Chair, and one Ladder Barrel, the group space also allowed for positioning of a water dispenser and several mirrors. Bright bulb lights hung from above, while a chandelier was spotted in the corner. Cubbies for personal belongings could be found against the wall, underneath a floral-patterned speaker.
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The cardio warmup involved placing the feet together ("attaching the feet"), jumping such that the carriage of the Reform would move horizontally, and keeping the feet attached while in mid-air. Starting position involved the knees bent at 90 degrees.
Several variations of this exercise followed:
  • Feet placed in a V-shape; the feet were to remain attached (at the heels) in this position while jumping continued. The slight alteration of alignment proved more difficult than the first, as it was intended to target the inner thighs while warming up the core muscles.
  • Feet to the sky; rather than extending the legs out such that they were parallel to the Reformer carriage, I was to "send the knees into the air", allowing the legs to be perpendicular to the carriage. The move was a mix between a reverse crunch and pilates trampoline jump, and had to be executed at the correct speed to maintain control on the way back. Any reduction in speed would lead to the carriage slamming into the Reformer frame. "You can do it!" I was told from the sidelines.
  • Elevated; adding a deflated ball beneath the lower back increased difficult and prompted stabilization using the entire core. The feet remained pasted together, but the legs would extend into a V-shape while in mid-air, with the feet returning to starting position on the trampoline.

I had been instructed to keep my palms facing up for the entire duration. When inquired for reasoning, I was told that having the palms facing down would entail shoulders curved forward, whereas upward-facing palms would naturally cause the shoulders to roll back, allowing for lengthening of the spine.
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​We maneuvered to the private lesson room once vacated. Reformer exercises continued.

Instability in and injury about the shoulder joint meant shifting emphasis to the lower body and core. A cloth resistance band was wrapped around the thighs and feet were spaced widely on the footbar. I was to maintain tension by pushing the knees against the band for the entire routine and extend the legs - not entirely,  as this would mean losing tension from the band, and return. Constant reminders were uttered to keep tension consistent on the left knee by continuously pushing out against the band, even on the return trip. Weakness was evident on the left side.
A hot pink Miniso Sport foam block was placed on the headrest for the next exercise. I rolled onto my side and placed my head on top of the bock. A neutral spine was made such that the obliques did not touch the carriage; arms were relaxed, core was engaged, and the top leg was placed at the edge of the footbar. The top foot was to be parallel with the footbar, with the knee bent at 90 degrees; the lower leg could adopt the desired position, just as long as it was off the Reformer frame and didn't hinder the movement the carriage and springs

As with the previous class, I was told to keep my chin up and avoid tucking it down by default.
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Next was the Ladder Barrel, where I sat on the curved portion of the apparatus and placed balls of the feet on the ladder rungs. Two 1 lb weights were held at shoulder height. The position prepared me for a weighted half-rolldown. Instructions were provided to execute appropriately:
  1. Inhale to chin up
  2. Form an imprint with the pelvis
  3. Roll down into a C-curve
  4. Inhale and maintain the C-curve while rolling up
  5. Finally, release the imprint to return to neutral spine

​The move was was likely my favourite of the session, as it demanded immense core control and targeted areas of weakness without fear of overexertion in the upper body. In response to my declaration, the instructor informed that the Ladder Barrel was, in fact, the "hardest" piece of equipment, even more challenging than the Reformer and Cadillac (mat replica).
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​Branching off from the recommended rehab exercises I was assigned, a green TheraBand was wrapped about the body in an X-formation. The concept of pilates breathing was revisited: to inhale was to expand the ribcage; as the bands were tugged tight across the trunk, exhalation through the mouth would enable the ribcage to be drawn closer to the back. While performing the external rotation on both arms, I was reminded to suck in the lower abdomen, but maintain a position between imprint and neutral spine to protect the back.
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​Moving to the Chair, I sat perpendicular to the handlebar and placed one hand on the tension-affixed paddle. The upper hand was placed on base of the chair for balance, but could be placed beside the head for added difficulty. Keeping the legs hovered (core engaged!) the routine involved bending upwards with strict reliance on the obliques, holding for a few seconds, and then releasing. For proper execution, the hips should be stacked in the same plane. Shakiness prevailed when performing the exercise on the right (weaker) side, thus external forces - the instructor's assistance - were deployed.
The eagerness to undertake more advanced modifications was deemed "adventurous", though it seemed only fitting for me to explore different variations given the many years spent with blogilates.

A Figure 4 stretch was conducted as part of the cooldown. Often would the body shift while attempting to lengthen. At such times, the instructor aided in rectification of body to proper alignment. Fewer adjustments were made on the more flexible (right) side, however greater pressure was applied to shift my body back to proper alignment for left (weaker/tighter) side.
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A final examination of the body determined my shoulders to be at different heights. Whereas the right side was visibly higher than the left during the previous week, the opposite observation was made this time.

For the ninth session, the Cadillac was not used at all.
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​A distinct desire for ddeok found its way to me, and while I had vividly recalled a bakery specializing in Korean rice cakes being situated nearby, its name could not be summoned. Google Maps led to me to Nam Dae Moon by Yonge and Finch instead.
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Across from its storefront was the very strip of spaces at which I been ticketed while in pursuit of DAY6 tickets. To my delight, the side street had recently been repaved, its curbs re-done and boulevard-based parking machines covered for the time being. Sprinting southbound, I entered the premises to evaluate their offerings. The staff was undeniably Chinese, with an underlying accent indicative of Mainland origins. The tower of cardboard boxes behind the cashier was another indication of non-authenticity.
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Regardless, I had secured parking - albeit temporarily - and intended on obtaining items for tasting. Their best-selling Osmanthus Rice Cake was chosen, along with Mugwort rice cake with soybean flour. Both were presented in flimsy paper trays; Simplified Chinese adorned one of two plastic lids.
Approximately five minutes passed before I obtained the order. While the Osmanthus appeared to be pre-packaged, the mugwort rice cakes were obtained from the kitchen. Initially formed into narrow, snake-like threads, they were sliced into eraser-sized segments and coated in soybean flour to order.
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I hurried home with the goods for timely sampling. Vast disappointment was witnessed with the allegedly adored Osmanthus Rice Cake. The blocks were dense, bland, and thoroughly lacking of the tropical blossoms - a great disparity from our handcrafted jelly cubes.  ​When repurposed into a rice substitute and submerged in savoury sauces, the blocks were bearable - not good, but tolerable at best.
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The mugwort edition proved far tastier in comparison, though flavoured minimally with the earthy, teal powder and stiff at cool temperatures. Frankly, its texture was softer than I would have preferred. Proper execution of the dish at home was declared attainable, especially considering the immense affordability of the ingredients.
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Out & About #743 | Week #77 Quarantine Update Feat. An Oakville Outing

9/6/2021

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Restlessness from the previous nights had finally caught up with me on the fifth day. Silence filled my room until the 12 PM mark, at which point the lids were lifted to reveal half a day of lost productivity.

​But the snooze time was appreciated - necessary, even. It promoted a period of relaxation otherwise unattainable throughout the work week.
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The singular creation of the week fused a craving for cushiony Taiwanese castella and smooth, creamy peanut butter.

A seemingly minor divergence from the previous editions, I took to the original butter-less formula then proceeded to incorporate 43 g of JIF Creamy. Results were extremely damp, with the top later wrinkly and sodden to the extent of resembling a PB-concentrated glaze. While delicious, the treat could not maintained mould-free at room temperature
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Any future re-attempts shall see my regular oil-for-butter swap and less fat to compensate for the man-made nut creation.

To appease the anxieties instilled by a last-minute summoning for an in-office meeting, I zoomed off to Meet Fresh. 
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There, I secured a duo of Winter Melon Tea with Lemon and Herbal Tea w/Fresh Milk, Grass Jelly, and Mini Taro Balls. It was regrettable to declare the additional topping was soggy, offering a consistency far less chewy than desired. Quality of the Winter Melon Tea was in line with previous visits, however.​
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And so arrived the dreaded day of PSOS discussion. Eager to escape the unmasked members of upper management, I dove out of the conference room and southbound to the Olde Oakvile Market Place on Cornwall.​
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Out & About #742 | Webster Falls, Locke Street, and Hamilton Nostalgia

9/5/2021

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​The mention of Webster Falls had inflicted regret over the years, as I had viewed my half-hike of the Spencer Gorge Conservation Area as incomplete without it. My time of academia had been spent in an area of hiking trails and waterfalls, yet the destination had sadly been excluded due to insufficient exploration time before sundown.
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With COVID policies in effect, reservations were required in advance of any visits. Prime photo-capturing coordinates had also been removed from public access due past tales of trespassing and the need for rescue crews. The experience has undoubtedly changed in the past half-decade, yet I remained keen on making my mark.
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In advance of the long weekend, I had proposed the trip - ie. the intent to reserve. A day trip beyond the west limit of the GTA was scheduled; it included lunch in the quaint cobweb of Westdale followed by hiking. Whatever residual time would be allocated towards re-acquaintance of the nearby neighbourhood.

A quick review of Google Maps informed me of Westdale's existing directory and dining setup. Saigon and Manna withstood their space, as did Paisley, unfortunately. Franchises like Subway and Pizza Nova were foregoed; instead we headed towards a newcomer in the area: Nannaa Persian Eatery.
Parking in the area was limited, but complimentary on Sundays and holidays.
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​Upon brief inspection of the menu, it was selected as the preferred alternative to its adjacent establishments of The Bean Bar and Mikel Coffee. Inside were tables positioned along the walls, plexiglass panels installed in between. The cashier could be accessed at the end of the corridor, nestled behind another plexiglass bearing.
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We requested our meals in a dine-out(side), takeout format, along with two drinks.

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Out & About #741 | Sum Pilates Session #8 Recap, Glow-in-the-Dark Mini Golf + Dave & Busters

9/4/2021

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Economic restart entails more than increase in GDP. As evident over the past few weekends, the mid-pandemic boost is coupled with tragic congestion levels.
Keeping a keen eye on route alternatives to Thornhill, I ultimately began gathering my things for a 12:40 PM departure. My eighth class at Sum would not commence until 2 PM, yet I was confident that 401 commuters would result in a setback at some point along the way. (Mind you, I was right.)
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Aspects omitted from the previous week's recap were the instructor's regular readjustment of my top, should it slide during certain moves, along with direct assistance in maintaining form, whether it be shifting the hip for levelness or holding the Reformer carriage for easier execution. The same elements were witnessed in the second class. Distinctly anatomical terminology had also been mentioned, though memory of the vocabular extends not beyond "posterior" and "anterior".

I strode into the facility at 1:58 PM and was greeted immediately. She pointed the thermometer at my forehead and, upon obtaining a satisfactory value, welcomed me into the studio space. I proceeded to relay concerns over pain in the right shoulder, particularly in the vicinity of the AC joint. A brief visual inspection was conducted, followed by comparison with the left shoulder. At a loss for the proper English word, she resorted to Google Translate. "Inflammation" it read. A minty substance was distributed over the area in an attempt to alleviate the swelling, though its cause remained a mystery.
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Erring on the side of caution, she proposed exercises that avoided the arm and back, in fear of any additional triggers, and urged moderation in movement of/pressure applied to the right arm.

Majority of the class would be spent on the Cadillac. The Arc Barrel was positioned near its midpoint. With the back towards the curved accessory and feet placed roughly hip-distance apart, I would curl down in a C-shape with the arms outstretched before me. Once the entire trunk touched the barrel, the spine would be lengthened, the body relaxed. At that point, I would curl back up, leading with the arms, then chin, and lastly stacking the spine. This Arc Barrel-assisted Rollup would be performed several times before moving onto a half-Rollup. As the name indicated, it involved curling halfway down to the barrel, resisting gravitational pull for five seconds, then returning to the original position.
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The thigh and glute exercises that proceeded also retained use of the Arc Barrel. Lying sideways with the hip positioned at the Cadillac-Barrel boundary, I placed one hand under the head as support and the other on the unoccupied space of the barrel. A black resistance band was looped about my knees for the Clamshell. It would then evolve into a side-lying Fire Hydrant, at which point I was reminded to keep the hips square while moving the top leg in a single plane. Stripping off the band, I was instructed to conduct a series of side-lying single leg lifts (top leg only); appended to the end of the lifts were lifted circles forward and backward. blogilates had trained me well for this moment.
While familiar with this portion of the routine, it was undeniable that greater impacts could be felt with rectified form. It dawned upon me that maintaining levelness of the hips during execution was not as simple as I had once believed. Once again, I was constantly reminded to lift the chin up. In order to achieve this, I allowed my gaze to fall upon the tower of the Reformer on the other side of the room.
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​Sliding to one end of the bed, I slid my head underneath a tension-affixed Push Through Bar. With fingers wrapped about the bar, I was guided through a double leg stretch. The tabletop position would be the resting stance, with the extended portion involving exhalation and making an "imprint" with the pelvis. At seeing my range of motion, the instructor informed me, "You can go lower, because you are strong!". It was a refreshing phrase that contrasted with the repetitive "You have weak muscle tone." and "You need to work your core!" heard over the years of countless physio visits.

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