Equilibrium

I set myself off with an unconventional workout this evening after rowing 5k already this afternoon. It was more about coordination and technically endurance, rather than power and strength. The beauty of having a sore shoulder meant it hurt to cut vegetables, so....my workout was laid out for me. I set myself the goal of doing everything in the kitchen with my left hand (i'm right handed by the way). You know, trying to create a balance, yin and yang and all that! I figured I lift weights with both arms and legs, so why not start cutting the meat and veg with my less dominant hand.

So, for those of you out there wanting a challenge, I recommend giving this a try. Now I don't profess to be a nutritionist or dietician so I'm not going to recommend any outlandish healthy menus but I do recommend you give this a try. Now, I know this seems really lame, but really, truly, have you ever tried just brushing your teeth with the opposite hand, let alone holding a ridiculously sharp object capable of slicing your arm off, in your less the coordinated hand? I think not...so...my first suggestion would be to go back to square 1 and pretend you are on a beginners cooking show.  Don't cheat yourself either by stirring with your dominant hand or removing hot sizzling dishes out of the oven...try it I dare you! Doing everything left handed really requires a lot of concentration and coordination. Probably a bit of bravery too ;)

Given how long it took me to wash and cut all the vegies and try and keep 90% of them on the bench and in the pan I have a feeling i'm not quite as coordinated as I originally thought. I even tried eating milo with the spoon in my left hand, equally a daunting task, and somewhat messy one at that!

Try it for an evening, use your left hand more in everyday life and work on your equilibrium.