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How To Get Started With Survival Fitness (6 Ways)

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Survival Fitness

I used to wake up in the morning and just flat out ache getting out of bed. My feet hurt, back hurt, and I just hurt all over. Why? I always said it was because I was getting older. Maybe that was it. I was 41 years old and was wishing I was back in my 20’s or even 30’s. Yeah – I know – some of you are a lot older than me saying, “Suck it up Rourke!”

I am now getting ready to turn 44 and I wake up with a lot fewer aches and pain. I will tell you why: I am active and for the most part I eat right. I am not going to get into a lot of details regarding my workouts and activities, as well as my diet. I will summarize in that I do a workout called Crossfit, I mountain bike, I run (a little), and I partake in martial arts. I do NOT sit on my arse wishing I was younger anymore. I did suck it up and got moving.

85% of my diet is based on a Paleo Diet. Basically, if it once had a face, is a vegetable, a fruit, a nut, or an egg – I eat it. It is low carb and for the most part, I really enjoy it. I have lowered my body fat percentage and lost about 13 pounds. I have another 15 or so to go. I’ll tell you – the use of Mucuna pruriens has been a boost to my exercise routine as well.

Like many preppers, I love my guns and my ammunition. Just looking at an awesome black knife with a sharp blade built to take on a gang of zombies just does it for me. Like most – I used to ignore the importance of health and fitness while emphasizing on that which I could pick up and hold in my hand.

With the reign of Obamacare just starting and the uncertainty of medical care in a potential SHTF-future – staying as healthy as possible will help avoid the healthcare system altogether – and be able to take on less-than-desirable environments better.

Now I realize not everyone is going to go deadlift 375 pounds, do 100 pull ups or run 5 miles. Still – ANYTHING more than what you are doing now will be a step in the right direction. Depending on your current physical abilities here are a few suggestions to get started:

1. Walk

Walking is better than sitting and great exercise. Start off walking a distance at a pace that you are comfortable with, and either add to the distance or increase your speed over time. The benefits go beyond just the time you are actually walking. Your body’s metabolism will increase for hours after you are finished – and your body will adapt to your walking. That is a good thing. Same as goes for jogging.

2. Weightlifting

Go join the local YMCA or gym and get a trainer to set you up on a resistance (weight) training routine. Even the elderly can benefit from weight training. Those older muscles can be challenged – and they will respond by adapting to the workload.

3. Gymnastics

No – not talking about doing back flips in the air or doing a handstand. I am talking about body-weight exercises such as push ups and squats. Think you cannot squat? What do you do every time you sit in a chair and stand up? A squat!! Push ups can be done from the knees or even up against a wall. Point is – do what you can. It’s more than what you’re doing now, right?

4. Eat right

Regardless of the “diet” you may try – eat more lean meats, fruit, vegetables. Stay away from processed foods. By the way – if it comes in a box, a pouch, or a can – it is processed.

5. Eat until your are satisfied

Most all of us overeat. Rather than eat to survive – we eat for pleasure. Eat your meal and once you are satisfied – not full – just stop. Yes – in a couple hours you may be hungry again. That is fine – eat! Listen to your body.

6. Try low carb

No bread, no pasta, no sugar. Hard? It can be, but you will feel so much better. My aches and pains went away when I did away with carbs and increased my protein intake. Carbs should ONLY be used for energy – like right before or after a workout. Milk is full of sugar and what happens to a baby when they drink lots of milk? ’nuff said.

If you are already working out – great! If not – just start moving.

Disclaimer: Prior to starting any new workout program always consult a physician…..or don’t. After all – it’s your life, isn’t it?

Should My Kids Get The Flu Vaccine? [Honest Advice]

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It is no secret to anyone who knows me I am anti-vaccine. It has not always been so, but, the more I learn, the more opposed to vaccines I become.  I know there are fine folks with other opinions, and that is an individual choice, of course.

I am greatly concerned about all the TV commercials being shoved down our throats telling us we need to go get a flu vaccine. I am in the “high risk” category, and will never get another. I have had flu one time in 12 years, and that was shortly after getting the only flu vaccine I’ve taken in that 12 years.

Please do your homework, and decide for yourself. But also, please, do not run right out and get a flu shot – at least not until you’ve done your homework.

Here are a few things to think about:

Crony Medicine Offers Exotic New Flu Vaccines – http://www.anh-usa.org/crony-medicine-offers-exotic-new-flu-vaccines/

Will You Line Up For This Year’s Lethal Injection? 25 Safe Natural Alternatives To The Flu Shot – http://www.thesleuthjournal.com/will-line-years-lethal-injection-25-safe-natural-alternatives-flu-shot/#

The Vaccine Debate- A Nurse’s Point of View – http://blogs.naturalnews.com/the-vaccine-debate-a-nurses-point-of-view/

Beat Back Cold and Flus with… Garlic! – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/09/23/garlic-health-benefits.aspx

Flu Vaccination: The Hidden Risks in This Heavily Promoted Seasonal Routine – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/10/31/flu-vaccination-epa-safety-limit-for-mercury.aspx

The First Thing to do When a Cold or Flu Strikes – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2011/11/13/could-a-cup-or-more-of-this-a-day-keep-the-flu-away.aspx

The FORBIDDEN Truth About WHO’s 2009 ‘Pandemic’ – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/06/24/swine-flu-experts-were-paid-by-drug-companies.aspx

Regular Flu Vaccine Actually INCREASES Risk of Swine Flu – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/05/01/regular-flu-vaccine-actually-increases-risk-of-swine-flu.aspx

New Doubt Cast on True Cause of Deaths in 1918-19 Flu Pandemic – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/04/06/could–the-us-surgeon-general-be-the-real-cause-of-massive-1918-flu-deaths.aspx

More Proof Flu Shots Don’t Work – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/04/08/more-proof-flu-shots-dont-work.aspx

Vitamin D Deficiency is Why You Get Flu! – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2010/03/25/vitamin-d-deficiency-is-why-you-get-flu.aspx

Flu Vaccine Exposed – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/09/26/Flu-Vaccine-Exposed.aspx

The Real Truth Behind Flu Shots — And Why So Few People Get the Flu During the Summer – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2008/11/25/does-the-flu-shot-even-work.aspx

What To Do if You are Forced to Take Swine Flu Shot – http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/09/19/The-Truth-about-the-Flu-Shot.aspx

Immunity power boosters that prevent colds and flu – http://blogs.naturalnews.com/immunity-power-boosters-that-prevent-colds-and-flu/

Nearly two dozen medical studies prove that vaccines can cause autism – http://www.naturalnews.com/042293_vaccines_autism_medical_studies.html##ixzz2gTLiPMNd

Medical Preparedness Advice

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First off, DO NOT waste your money on an expensive medical kit if you don’t know how to use it! If you have no medical background, a surgical kit is not worth your money.

Prepare for what you know. Gain skills. There is plenty out there in cyber land but a video is not going to teach you how to do major surgery.

I advise everyone to take at least a basic first aid class from your local health department or Red Cross. Be wary of YouTube videos, etc. unless you can verify the credentials of the poster.

If you truly want to be more than a first aid provider, I suggest that you look at paramedic training.  Or even a nursing program.

But realize that unless you have the knowledge, the tools aren’t going to help you a bit.

Do not think that you can diagnose a problem without the knowledge. Do not think you can figure out the best medicine without the knowledge. Do not think you can do surgery without gaining the knowledge.

Keep a basic first aid kit. They can be purchased online or at your local chain store. Make sure you not only have one for your home, but also for you vehicles. You can personalize these based on who is in your home/group (kids, elderly, diabetics, etc.)

As has been posted multiple times and places, if you are on prescription medications, you need to look at ways to stock up on those. Hopefully, you have a doctor who is willing to give you an extra prescription, even if you have to pay for it out of pocket.  I am currently exploring using things like fish antibiotics. I will likely do a post once I’ve completed my research. There are also clever DIYs that would be helpful to know, such as how to make your own saline solution.

If you own a pet, perhaps your vet would be willing to write you a script for some medications. They use the same meds we do, just in different dosages. So that might be an option. And don’t forget your pets, if they are on meds too!

Make sure you and your pets are all up to date on your shots! I don’t usually get the flu shot…I worked in an ER and figured I had enough natural immunity built up. But since I no longer work in the ER, I am considering getting one this year. I know some are leery of immunizations, but I try to keep up to date on my tetanus. I even got the Tdap last time (tetanus, pertussis, diptheria), which was fortuitous, as we soon had a grandbaby living with us!

I know there are concerns about the Red Cross, but they are a great resource  for First Aid classes and more.  I bought a 3 day emergency bag from them that had all the basics. Basic first aid kit, protein bars, a few water pouches plus a couple gallon collapsed portable jug, a weather/AM/FM radio/flashlight combo, emergency blanket, and more.

I have been adding to it as I have learned more here and from some other resources I have found. There’s a lot of room for you to add or personalize it for a bug out bag. I am considering purchasing the lower cost bags for the rest of my family members (doesn’t have the radio).

I also urge caution regarding using supplements and herbals. Please be sure you have explored the pros/cons. Know how they may interact with any prescribed medications you may be taking. Understand that supplements and herbs are not regulated and may not act the same as your prescribed meds. We may have to return to using herbals, but it is going to be a trial and error situation if we do.

I am an RN and according to my license I cannot dispense medical advice. Please keep that in mind. What I post here is only my own opinion. I will  answer your questions to the best of my ability.

Tater Tot Hamburger Casserole [Recipe]

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Tater Tot Hamburger Casserole

Sometimes everyday preparedness is having a meal that is easy to prepare. And if you have the standard preparedness pantry, you have ample cans of cream of mushroom and cream of chicken soup on hand – staples for building any hot dish, I believe it is casserole for the rest of the world.

You Will Need:

  • A bag of tater tots
  • A can of cream of mushroom or chicken
  • A can of green beans or ?
  • Hamburger, or a pound or whatever.

Optional:

  • Onion if available.
  • Cheese to sprinkle on top.
  • Salt, pepper, or season to taste – garlic salt, etc.

Directions:

  1. Brown hamburger, mix with soup of choice and vegetable.
  2. Put tater tots on bottom and top.
  3. Bake for 45 minutes or so.

This is easy to make, even when the electric is out. I’ve done it on a cast iron pot on a Deadwood Stove. Or a regular camp stove. Or after browning the meat, bank your coals and put the pot in the coals.

There is nothing like a hot meal to make life look better!

20 Question Quiz: How Prepared Are You?

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Below You will find a quiz to see how well you would fair in a survival situation.

Although I did try and cover all scenario’s some of the quiz will not apply to everyone. Have fun with this!

1) Does each person in your family have a Bug-Out Bag which can sustain basic needs for 72 hours?

2) Do you and your family have a plan detailing where to meet after a disaster (if your home becomes unsafe)?

3) Do you have a basic first aid kit in your home and in your vehicle?

4) Do you have one gallon of water per person per day stored in the event of an emergency?

5) Do you know how to treat contaminated water to make it safe to drink?

6) Do you have an alternative water source? Or, if you get your water from a well, do you have means to operate this well if the power is out?

7) Do you have a plan for dealing with waste if the water is cut off and the toilet can’t be flushed?

8) Do you have a plan and supplies for what to do for personal hygiene?

9) Do you have a battery-operated or wind-up radio to use for information and updates if the electricity goes out?

10) Do you have back up-batteries for powered devices (tools, cell phone, flashlight, radio, etc.) in the case of a power outage?

11) If the electricity is out, do you have an alternate way to cook food and heat water?

12) Do you keep cash, or other valuables for bartering?

13) Do you have basic fire starting skills? Do you have the tools to start a fire?

14) Do you know how to stay warm without a fire, how to stay cool without air conditioning?

15) Do you know how defend yourself and your family?

16) Do you have at least 3 days of food on hand for each person in your family and for all pets/livestock?

17) After a collapse if there wasn’t a way to buy food, do you have the means to produce a garden?

18) Do you have the knowledge, supplies, and skills to plant a garden?

19) Do you have the knowledge and ability to hunt, dress, and prepare wild game or fish?

20) Do you keep your gas tank at least half full at all times?

What Does Your Score Mean

Each question is worth 5 points.

Survivor (18+ answers): If you scored 90% or more, you’re a Survivor. You’re pretty much prepared for any eventuality and will most likely survive and thrive. You are probably a leader and don’t mind helping others to overcome difficult situations.

Laborer (16-17 answers): If you are 80% to 89% prepared, you’re a Laborer. You’ve got a few basic preparations to make, but you’re well on your way. Keep it up.

Beginner (15 or fewer answers): If you score 79% or less, you are a Beginner In the event of a disaster, meeting your basic needs is going to be very difficult. Thankfully, you’re already thinking about these things and can begin to prepare now.

9 Ways That Predators Victimize Women (and How to Stay Safe!)

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WRITTEN BY A COP: Everyone should take 5 minutes to read this. It may save your life or a loved one’s life. In daylight hours, refresh yourself of these things to do in an emergency situation…

This is for you, and for you to share with your wife, your children, & everyone you know. After reading these 9 crucial tips, forward them to someone you care about. It never hurts to be careful in this crazy world we live in.

  1. Learned this from a tourist guide. If a robber asks for your wallet and/or purse,
    DO NOT HAND IT TO HIM. Toss it away from you… Chances are that he is more interested in your wallet and/or purse than you, and he will go for the wallet/purse. RUN LIKE MAD IN THE OTHER DIRECTION!
  2. If you are ever thrown into the trunk of a car, kick out the back tail lights and stick your arm out the hole and start waving like crazy.. The driver won’t see you, but everybody else will. This has saved lives.
  3. Women have a tendency to get into their cars after shopping, eating, working, etc., and just sit (doing their checkbook, or making a list, etc. DON’T DO THIS!) The predator will be watching you, and this is the perfect opportunity for him to get in on the passenger side, put a gun to your head, and tell you where to go. AS SOON AS YOU GET INTO YOUR CAR, LOCK THE DOORS AND LEAVE..
  4. If someone is in the car with a gun to your head DO NOT DRIVE OFF, Repeat:
    DO NOT DRIVE OFF! Instead gun the engine and speed into anything, wrecking the car. Your Air Bag will save you. If the person is in the back seat they will get the worst of it. As soon as the car crashes bail out and run. It is better than having them find your body in a remote location. A few notes about getting into your car in a parking lot, or parking garage:

    1. Be aware: look around you, look into your car, at the passenger side floor ,
      and in the back seat.
    2. If you are parked next to a big van, enter your car from the passenger door.
      Most serial killers attack their victims by pulling them into their vans while the women
      are attempting to get into their cars.
    3. Look at the car parked on the driver’s side of your vehicle, and the passenger side.. If a male is sitting alone in the seat nearest your car, you may want to walk back into the mall, or work, and get a guard/policeman to walk you back out. IT IS ALWAYS BETTER TO BE SAFE THAN SORRY. (And better paranoid than dead.)
  5. ALWAYS take the elevator instead of the stairs. Stairwells are horrible places to be alone and the perfect crime spot. This is especially true at NIGHT!)
  6. If the predator has a gun and you are not under his control, ALWAYS RUN!
    The predator will only hit you (a running target) 4 in 100 times; and even then,
    it most likely WILL NOT be a vital organ. RUN, Preferably in a zig -zag pattern!
  7. As women, we are always trying to be sympathetic: STOP It may get you raped, or killed. Ted Bundy, the serial killer, was a good-looking, well educated man, who ALWAYS played on the sympathies of unsuspecting women. He walked with a cane, or a limp, and often asked ‘for help’ into his vehicle or with his vehicle, which is when he abducted his next victim.
  8. Another Safety Point: Someone just told me that her friend heard a crying baby on her porch the night before last, and she called the police because it was late and she thought it was weird.. The police told her ‘Whatever you do, DO NOT
    open the door..’ The lady then said that it sounded like the baby had crawled near a window, and she was worried that it would crawl to the street and get run over. The policeman said, ‘We already have a unit on the way, whatever you do, DO NOT open the door.’ He told her that they think a serial killer has a baby’s cry recorded and uses it to coax women out of their homes thinking that someone dropped off a baby. He said they have not verified it, but have had several calls by women saying that they hear baby’s cries outside their doors when they’re home alone at night.
  9. Water scam! If you wake up in the middle of the night to hear all your taps outside running or what you think is a burst pipe, DO NOT GO OUT TO INVESTIGATE! These people turn on all your outside taps full blast so that you will go out to investigate and then attack.

One final tip from Tae Kwon Do: The elbow is the strongest point on your body. If you are close enough to use it, do!

Stay alert, keep safe, and look out for your neighbors! Please pass this on. This e-mail should probably be taken seriously because the Crying Baby Theory was mentioned on America ‘s Most Wanted when they profiled the serial killer in Louisiana.

I’d like you to forward this to all the women you know. It may save a life. A candle is not dimmed by lighting another candle..
I was going to send this to the ladies only, but guys, if you love your mothers, wives, sisters, daughters, etc., you may want to pass it onto them, as well.

Send this to any woman you know that may need to be reminded that the world we live in has a lot of crazies in it and it’s better to be safe than sorry. Everyone should take 5 minutes to read this. It may save your life or a loved one’s life.