Movers & Shakers - July 5 - 11

[Shadow]

Okay gang, we're in a new month now. Let's list some goals and get some focus, okay :)?

What are you hoping to achieve this month? Is it some muscle definition or more endurance or more consistency? What is your goal - and how do you plan to meet it?

My goal for the month is to keep up with the PT and hopefully finally get it over with ;). In the meantime, I'm going to do more endurance for the upper body this month as opposed to strength training. I'll also continue getting in the "cardio" the PT allows - biking and walking (but believe me, IMHO, it's not cardio at all :rolleyes: ). Anyway, I'll do what I'm allowed, how's that :p?

My line up this week:
Sunday - Upper body, abs, PT exercises, bike ride
Monday - PT exercises, 2 separate walks
Tuesday - Upper body, PT exercises
Weds - PT exercises, bike ride
Thursday - Upper body, abs, PT exercises

Now, show me what YOUR line up for the week will be :)!

[SandyHanson]

My plans for exercise include consistency - not skipping a planned day; and developing a routine where I have at least 2, preferably 3, different exercises for each muscle group, and then rotating them. Along the same lines I'm thinking of getting another exercise video, whether Tae Bo or something else, so I'm not doing the same thing every time.

For this week, though:
M W F - Tae Bo and lower body resistance
S Tu Th - Upper body resistance

And, no, I haven't done my Sunday exercises yet (But I will)

[Claudette]

Hi, Shadow!

Actually, I have only started my Masters last January 09, but 5 years ago, I did some graduate work to get a non-masters specialty. Still, I can see how it seems I stay in school. I hope in ~ 1.5 years to be finished, Masters in hand, then no more school!

Today, was 30 minutes Callanetics, 20 min Body Flex tape, 15 minutes on the mini-trampoline. Whew! Working up to 30-40 minutes on it.

Thanks so much Shadow, for keeping this forum going.

These days when I think about NOT exercising, I think, "what would Shadow say? ", then I get off my duff and move it!

Have a great day, all.

[Mitra]

I had a rest day today.

My plan is to do yoga five days a week. The goal is improved health - managing asthma and back problems, and maintaining strength, mobility and bone density.

[SandyHanson]

And, no, I haven't done my Sunday exercises yet (But I will)

Got 'em done! Upper body - and, boy, did I work those muscles!

[Shadow]

My plans for exercise include consistency - not skipping a planned day; and developing a routine where I have at least 2, preferably 3, different exercises for each muscle group, and then rotating them. Along the same lines I'm thinking of getting another exercise video, whether Tae Bo or something else, so I'm not doing the same thing every time.
Those are some awesome plans, Sandy :thumbsup:!

For this week, though:
M W F - Tae Bo and lower body resistance
S Tu Th - Upper body resistance

And, no, I haven't done my Sunday exercises yet (But I will)
Great line up for the week :D! I see you got them done - not that I had any doubts, of course :lol: :razz: :p!

[Shadow]

Hi, Shadow!
Hi, Claudette :D!

Actually, I have only started my Masters last January 09, but 5 years ago, I did some graduate work to get a non-masters specialty. Still, I can see how it seems I stay in school. I hope in ~ 1.5 years to be finished, Masters in hand, then no more school!
Nice to know I haven't totally lost my mind ;)! I think it is so awesome how you continue your education! Who knows, maybe once you get that Masters you'll want to move on to something different!

Today, was 30 minutes Callanetics, 20 min Body Flex tape, 15 minutes on the mini-trampoline. Whew! Working up to 30-40 minutes on it.
Great job :thumbsup:!

Thanks so much Shadow, for keeping this forum going.
Thank YOU for being a part of it! It's people like you who inspire me to keep plugging away at it :)!

These days when I think about NOT exercising, I think, "what would Shadow say? ", then I get off my duff and move it!
I love it :D :D :D!

[Shadow]

I had a rest day today.
Those are good :). If there's not too many, of course :p!

My plan is to do yoga five days a week. The goal is improved health - managing asthma and back problems, and maintaining strength, mobility and bone density.
Great plan - and wonderful goals :thumbsup:!!!!

[Karole]

Hi, back from the trailride again. We were away 5 days and riding each of those days so lots of vitamin D and exercise too. It was a wonderful ride--the weather could not have been any better than it was.

Now its back to business. So far I have done an upper body workout for 10 min. and lots of house work and laundry and shopping. Things that I just had to get done. I am going to shoot for 20 min. on the elliptical before the afternoon gets away from me.

I'll check in later !!

[Shadow]

Hi, back from the trailride again. We were away 5 days and riding each of those days so lots of vitamin D and exercise too. It was a wonderful ride--the weather could not have been any better than it was.
Welcome back, Karole :D!!!!!! Glad to know you weren't slacking off while you were gone ;)!

Now its back to business. So far I have done an upper body workout for 10 min. and lots of house work and laundry and shopping. Things that I just had to get done. I am going to shoot for 20 min. on the elliptical before the afternoon gets away from me.
Way to get "right back on the horse" after your mini-vacation :thumbsup:! (I couldn't resist, ya know :p )

I'll check in later !!
We'll see you then :)!

[Claudette]

Hi, ya'll,

Today, I walked at work 4, 500 steps.

Tonight, was body flex tape 20 minutes, callanetics 30 minute callanetics tape. Have a bit of a headache, will trampoline tomarrow.

[Karole]

It's great to be back in the swing of things again, Shadow, vacations are nice but I do miss the routine a bit to keep me legal.

I did only 10 min. on the elliptical this afternoon,,,, but I just took a 15 min. walk outdoors since it was not to terribly hot. Better take advantage of the good weather and do it outside, huh.

Tomorrow I wash the car as it is really dusty from the gravel road we live on. See all of you tomorrow !!

[SandyHanson]

Did Tae Bo and lower body routines today.

[Shadow]

Hi, ya'll,

Today, I walked at work 4, 500 steps.
:eek:! Wow!

Tonight, was body flex tape 20 minutes, callanetics 30 minute callanetics tape. Have a bit of a headache, will trampoline tomarrow.
So sorry about the headache :(! Hopefully it's gone now. But you still got an awesome day in, without the trampoline :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

It's great to be back in the swing of things again, Shadow, vacations are nice but I do miss the routine a bit to keep me legal.
I know just what you mean! Or I would, if I ever got a vacation :rolleyes: :p!

I did only 10 min. on the elliptical this afternoon,,,, but I just took a 15 min. walk outdoors since it was not to terribly hot. Better take advantage of the good weather and do it outside, huh.
Exactly - and well done :D!

[Shadow]

Did Tae Bo and lower body routines today.

Yeah for you, Sandy :D :thumbsup:!

[gitfiddle]

Back in the swing of things! Went to the gym last night and did twenty minutes of upper body lifting and fifteen minutes of arc trainer. It sure felt good! :)

My bag is packed for tonight.

[Karole]

Hi, I did my (fairly) new dvd and it uses the tube thingies for resistance. I did 10 min. lower body and 10 min. abs . It went fast.

I think I'll try for another walk later this afternoon as I doubt Shadow is going to give me any exercise credit for my black berry picking--altho it did require a lot of good stretching to get at some of those big juicy babies.

[Shadow]

Back in the swing of things! Went to the gym last night and did twenty minutes of upper body lifting and fifteen minutes of arc trainer. It sure felt good! :)
You always know just when I'm about to say "Hey Carol, where are you :eek:?????" Way to go on that workout - AND on keeping me off your back :p ;)!

My bag is packed for tonight.
Fantastic :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

Hi, I did my (fairly) new dvd and it uses the tube thingies for resistance. I did 10 min. lower body and 10 min. abs . It went fast.
Way to go, Karole :D!!!! Isn't it great when you can get the work done but it doesn't feel like it's taken forever :p?

I think I'll try for another walk later this afternoon as I doubt Shadow is going to give me any exercise credit for my black berry picking--altho it did require a lot of good stretching to get at some of those big juicy babies.
You know me well ;). No credit for the cardio - but I do give you kudos on the flexibility issue. Now, get that walk in, and I'll give you credit for all 3 today!

(PS - In case you're wondering, the "3" is resistance, cardio & flexibility :razz:)

[Parisienne]

Hello everybody, I'm officially back to M&S (even if on Tuesday and not on Sunday as I promised:o)! This morning I did 15 min. upper body and 10 min. abs and once again found it so tiring. You are right Shadow, some people never learn!:rolleyes:

And yes, this month again is all about consistency and coming back to the habit of exercising with a couple of (almost)new dvds. Plus brisk walking along the beach (we're going to Deauville on Friday morning). I also plan to try a handful of new recipes. See you tomorrow!

[Karole]

Ok Shadow --- if I get extra credit I'm going to go for the Big Three today. The Trifecta . The Triple Crown. I can see it now....

Heck I may take two walks and try for a double triple crown (if you have one laying around somewhere.) If not----just send cash.:D:D

[Shadow]

Hello everybody, I'm officially back to M&S (even if on Tuesday and not on Sunday as I promised! This morning I did 15 min. upper body and 10 min. abs and once again found it so tiring. You are right Shadow, some people never learn!
Rather you than me, having to learn over and over again :p ;) :razz: :lol:! But I *am* happy to see you again :D!

And yes, this month again is all about consistency and coming back to the habit of exercising with a couple of (almost)new dvds. Plus brisk walking along the beach (we're going to Deauville on Friday morning). I also plan to try a handful of new recipes. See you tomorrow!
Consistency, huh :rolleyes:.....

[Shadow]

Ok Shadow --- if I get extra credit I'm going to go for the Big Three today. The Trifecta . The Triple Crown. I can see it now....

Heck I may take two walks and try for a double triple crown (if you have one laying around somewhere.) If not----just send cash.:D:D
I think you'd better spend some of that energy on that second walk :lol: :p :lol:!

[Martha]

I think you'd better spend some of that energy on that second walk :lol: :p :lol:!
Yeah, if she's giving crowns or cash, it's the virtual stuff, hard to wear or spend. I'll do the 2nd walk with you.
Life continues not fitting anyone's schedule but mine so, no gym so far, just walking a lot. :o Hey, no gym fees, you can do it rain or shine, and when you're done, you are there:cool:

[Karole]

Alright !! A virtual walking pardner to "sweat" along side of me. That's great.

We just finished 25 min. of walking as I speak. Wonder when I will get the 2nd one in???? It was kind of hot yet so I may wait a while to go back out. Are you with me Martha??

[Martha]

Alright !! A virtual walking pardner to "sweat" along side of me. That's great.

We just finished 25 min. of walking as I speak. Wonder when I will get the 2nd one in???? It was kind of hot yet so I may wait a while to go back out. Are you with me Martha??

you betcha, it's always hot here:)

[Karole]

Okay, we just logged another 18 min. walking with my little Yorkie (which I had to carry part of the way). I waited til 8 so it was a little cooler.

Glad to have you along--company always makes it better, huh.

[SandyHanson]

Did upper body resistance today. I'm using the band with the most resistance for some exercises now - I'll have to start combining them soon!

[Martha]

Okay, we just logged another 18 min. walking with my little Yorkie (which I had to carry part of the way). I waited til 8 so it was a little cooler.

Glad to have you along--company always makes it better, huh.

Just back myself, 25min but I didn't have to carry the Wheaten Terrier:) so no extra credit for me.
It was cooler than I thought it would be...the dog didn't complain, once.

[gitfiddle]

You always know just when I'm about to say "Hey Carol, where are you :eek:?????" Yes, I do! ;) It comes from years of calculating how much you'll put up with, my dear. :tongue:

Sorry to say that life got in the way tonight. By the time I had time to hit the gym, I was too hungry to NOT eat a meal. Then, of course, I was HOME. :(

Tomorrow afternoon I am going to a party. I don't expect it to last all afternoon, so I'll aim for the gym afterwards. I'll have my bag in the car.

So tired tonight! Can "travel lag" last that long??? I'm heading for bed.

[Karole]

I think travel lag does last for a few days Carol. I don't know why sitting in a car is so exhausting but it is. Those truck drivers don't have it as easy as I once thought.

I just finished a 10 min. segment of upper body and a 10 min. one on buns and thighs using the resistance tubes. Good workout .

I'm waiting to hear from my dd to see if she wants to walk in town this morning before it gets too hot. She worked all night so she may not want to try it, we'll see. We keep saying we'll do it but so far something has always intervened. If she is too tired I think I will go on and do a walk out here on the county road.

[Shadow]

Yeah, if she's giving crowns or cash, it's the virtual stuff, hard to wear or spend. I'll do the 2nd walk with you.
No cash or crowns - just my kudos & respect ;). Pretty shabby reward, huh :p? BTW - soooo glad you're here today because I was gonna come hunt for you!
Life continues not fitting anyone's schedule but mine so, no gym so far, just walking a lot. :o
Nothing shabby about that, Martha!!! The fact is you're doing what you can, when you can, rather than just blowing it off. That's HUGE! So give yourself some credit, okay :)?
Hey, no gym fees, you can do it rain or shine, and when you're done, you are there:cool:
Exactly :D! Besides, do it in the summer then come the nasty weather, you can give your body a needed change by switching to something indoors :nod:.

[Shadow]

Okay, we just logged another 18 min. walking with my little Yorkie (which I had to carry part of the way). I waited til 8 so it was a little cooler.

Glad to have you along--company always makes it better, huh.

Great job, Karole :D!!!!!

[Shadow]

Did upper body resistance today. I'm using the band with the most resistance for some exercises now - I'll have to start combining them soon!

That's great, Sandy :thumbsup: :D!!!! :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

Just back myself, 25min but I didn't have to carry the Wheaten Terrier:) so no extra credit for me.
Ah, come on, where's that sense of adventure :lol: :razz:?

[Shadow]

Yes, I do! It comes from years of calculating how much you'll put up with, my dear.
Ah yes, you have practiced that over the years, haven't you ;) :lol:?

Sorry to say that life got in the way tonight. By the time I had time to hit the gym, I was too hungry to NOT eat a meal. Then, of course, I was HOME.
Well, I would far rather you do it this way than to push a workout without enough fuel - AND a low blood sugar - just to say you got it done :). The quality would have been lacking anyway, so.... there's still time this week to give it a bit more effort and make up some of the lost time :nod:.

Tomorrow afternoon I am going to a party. I don't expect it to last all afternoon, so I'll aim for the gym afterwards. I'll have my bag in the car.
Sounds like a plan :D!

So tired tonight! Can "travel lag" last that long??? I'm heading for bed.
I think life itself can be close enough to "travel lag" to count sometimes :p!

[Shadow]

I just finished a 10 min. segment of upper body and a 10 min. one on buns and thighs using the resistance tubes. Good workout .
Way to go, Karole :D!!!!!

I'm waiting to hear from my dd to see if she wants to walk in town this morning before it gets too hot. She worked all night so she may not want to try it, we'll see. We keep saying we'll do it but so far something has always intervened. If she is too tired I think I will go on and do a walk out here on the county road.

Sounds like a great idea :nod:!

[Karole]

I had to go it alone this a.m. dd had knee problem and thought she would ice it down rather than walk around and increase her pain. Can't say I blame her for that.

I did 25 min. on the gravel road so have had a really good day so far. For some reason I feel like I have had more energy the last two days than I usually do. Hope it keeps up. I just hate to have to force the exercise and feel like I'm treading through sludge with each step. I like this feeling a lot better.

[Parisienne]

Surprisingly, I'm still consistent in exercising!:D;) This morning I did 15 min. PN Tea Bo Lower Body and then 10 Minute Solution Power Stretch. (I definitely have a lot to do with my flexibility so I'll try to add this programme once in a while.) Planned to do stationary bike this evening but eventually we're having some guests tonight. Maybe tomorrow before my Talmud class?

[Shadow]

I had to go it alone this a.m. dd had knee problem and thought she would ice it down rather than walk around and increase her pain. Can't say I blame her for that.
Me neither ;)!

I did 25 min. on the gravel road so have had a really good day so far.
That's great :D!
For some reason I feel like I have had more energy the last two days than I usually do. Hope it keeps up.
Fingers crossed for you :nod:!!!!
I just hate to have to force the exercise and feel like I'm treading through sludge with each step. I like this feeling a lot better.
I know just what you mean! But if it were always easy, then there'd be even less excuse for not doing it, ya know :lol: :p?

[Shadow]

Surprisingly, I'm still consistent in exercising!:D;)
Wow - 2 days and counting :thumbsup: :lol:!
This morning I did 15 min. PN Tea Bo Lower Body and then 10 Minute Solution Power Stretch. (I definitely have a lot to do with my flexibility so I'll try to add this programme once in a while.)
Great job, Adina! And yes, flexibility is a part of fitness too, whether we think we need to do it or not ;). Better you start now than when your joints get older and crankier :tongue:!
Planned to do stationary bike this evening but eventually we're having some guests tonight. Maybe tomorrow before my Talmud class?
I think tomorrow would be grand :D!

[SandyHanson]

Did Tae Bo tape this morning, then finished with lower body this evening after supper. Got it all in, though!

[gitfiddle]

I think life itself can be close enough to "travel lag" to count sometimes :p!Ain't that the truth! I feel much brighter today. That might be because I was in control of my own schedule, though. Or just possibly that I had a great upper/lower workout tonight. Then I came home and played "little suzy homemaker". :) Definitely more energy.

[Shadow]

Did Tae Bo tape this morning, then finished with lower body this evening after supper. Got it all in, though!
Way to M&S, Sandy :D :D :D!!!!

[Shadow]

Ain't that the truth! I feel much brighter today.
That's great news :nod:!
That might be because I was in control of my own schedule, though.
That always makes ME feel better, too ;)!
Or just possibly that I had a great upper/lower workout tonight.
NOW you're talking :thumbsup: :D!!!!
Then I came home and played "little suzy homemaker". :) Definitely more energy.
That's fantastic!!!!! (Well, maybe not the homemaker part :paranoid: :p!)

[Shadow]

Okay, gang, I finished up my 5 for the week. Tomorrow will be PT and Saturday will be a walk/ride plus house & yard work.

How's YOUR week coming along :)?

BTW - It would be great if we could hear from:
Agnes
Starfish
Aaron
Amy
Brigit-Carol

Mmmm - what other names can I come up with :evil:?

[Mitra]

Didn't you want my report? :crybaby: :cry:

I've done four so far this week. But I didn't want to. I haven't been feeling totally wiped out, but I do seem to be back to feeling less energetic after exercise than before, and having to fight the urge to wander off to the sofa half way through :rolleyes:.

[gitfiddle]

...and having to fight the urge to wander off to the sofa half way through :rolleyes:.That's what I'd do if I were home. It takes a major decision to leave the gym and walk out to the car. ;)

Maybe you're doing too much?

[Mitra]

Maybe you're doing too much?

:lol: Sadly, I don't think that's the problem. Although it doesn't help that "too much" varies so hugely from one day to another :rolleyes:.

[Shadow]

Didn't you want my report?
Of course I did :eek:! I just wanted to make sure you were still with us and paying attention :o ;) :o. Gosh - didn't you report in this week yet??? Are you sure????

I've done four so far this week. But I didn't want to.
I am proud of you :thumbsup:!
I haven't been feeling totally wiped out, but I do seem to be back to feeling less energetic after exercise than before, and having to fight the urge to wander off to the sofa half way through :rolleyes:.
Ah yes - I know that feeling all too well! I am proud of you for persevering, though :D! However, if you remain tired for another couple days, you might want to take a break and hit the couch for a little bit :).

[Mitra]

Ah yes - I know that feeling all too well! I am proud of you for persevering, though :D! However, if you remain tired for another couple days, you might want to take a break and hit the couch for a little bit :).

I only have tomorrow to do to complete my five for the week, then I'll take Saturday and Sunday off, and see how it's going. I could always see about substituting a walk in the park on some days. Maybe even drag my husband along to exercise his ankle a bit.

[Shadow]

I only have tomorrow to do to complete my five for the week, then I'll take Saturday and Sunday off, and see how it's going.
Great idea :D! There is something about getting that 5th one in, feel like it or not, huh ;)?
I could always see about substituting a walk in the park on some days.
That's an even better idea :thumbsup:!
Maybe even drag my husband along to exercise his ankle a bit.
And that's the best idea of all :D :D :D!!!!

(PS - I honestly thought you'd posted already this week and now I feel so awful for not calling your name :crybaby:. Hope I'm forgiven - yet again :o !)

[gitfiddle]

I couldn't decide what to do today, since I did both upper and lower body yesterday, and I was feeling my arms and shoulders a bit. I ended up with fifteen fast minutes on the arc trainer and ten moderates on the bike.

I was hoping to get in another session tomorrow before we drive up north, but our departure has been moved up. Looks like daily walks from here on. Easy to do on the fairgrounds where I camp at the festival because it's quite large.

I'll be back with a report a week from this Sunday.

[Karole]

Hope you have a great time Carol.

Just got my exercise for the day done. I went and got a permanent this morning , and I thought my exercise for the day could be my line dancing class but it was cancelled so I settled for 20 min. on the elliptical, 10 min. upper body with weights, and 15 min. of my pt exercises and stretches.

[Mitra]

(PS - I honestly thought you'd posted already this week and now I feel so awful for not calling your name :crybaby:. Hope I'm forgiven - yet again :o !)

I think I might have posted at the start of the week. Don't worry about it anyway :) - I don't know how you keep track of us all, I'd be leaving people out left, right and centre!

[Shadow]

I couldn't decide what to do today, since I did both upper and lower body yesterday, and I was feeling my arms and shoulders a bit. I ended up with fifteen fast minutes on the arc trainer and ten moderates on the bike.
Sounds good :)!

I was hoping to get in another session tomorrow before we drive up north, but our departure has been moved up. Looks like daily walks from here on. Easy to do on the fairgrounds where I camp at the festival because it's quite large.
You're leaving us again :tear:? We'll miss you :crybaby:! But I'm glad to know you're gonna get some exercise in while you're gone...

I'll be back with a report a week from this Sunday.
Travel safely and enjoy the trip, my friend!

[Shadow]

Just got my exercise for the day done. I went and got a permanent this morning , and I thought my exercise for the day could be my line dancing class but it was cancelled so I settled for 20 min. on the elliptical, 10 min. upper body with weights, and 15 min. of my pt exercises and stretches.
Sounds like a great alternative plan, Karole :D!!!! (But with the resistance, you knew I'd be happy, right ;)?)

[Shadow]

I think I might have posted at the start of the week.
I'm pretty sure you did - and if you didn't, it just goes to show I was thinking of you whether you were here or not :D!
Don't worry about it anyway :) - I don't know how you keep track of us all, I'd be leaving people out left, right and centre!
Well, I keep a list :o.... The problem is, people come and go and just are not consistent enough to make it easy :eek:! Which means I have to remember to update the list which is a very hit-or-miss thing :razz: :lol: ;)!

[Karole]

Sounds like a great alternative plan, Karole :D!!!! (But with the resistance, you knew I'd be happy, right ;)?)

Well, that's the only reason I do resistance at all Shadow--to keep you happy---you know our old saying:

"If the Shadow ain't happy, ain't nobody happy!":D;):paranoid:

[Mitra]

I've finished my week with a fairly light session, since I wasn't feeling any more lively. I did quite a bit of walking around town in the morning, then just some gentle yoga at home this afternoon.

[Karole]

I did 20 min. of walking outdoors and since I was all warmed up I did 10 min. pt exercises and stretches.

I really am thinking I need to make an app. with the chiro as I am still having those sharp pains in my back. It comes and goes but really stops me in my tracks when they occur. Also I had a lot of pain with my seat bone while riding this past trailride. Something must be out of alignment somewhere.

I'm off for now but I will get some resistance in later today.

[Parisienne]

Just a quick report as I am in a rush. Yesterday I did my portion of M&S (20 min bike HIIT and then 10 min Quick Fix upper body) but it was a bad idea... It was a day of fast (no food and no drink) from dawn till after dark and I should have known better (I was really thirsty during the day), especially with my Talmud class! We broke the fast at my Talmud Master house at 11.45 pm and he and his wife offered us a lot of cakes and biscuits, a typical sweet way of breaking fast in our community. Fortunately I brought a big bag almonds with me (they were very very popular:paranoid:;)) and I had a lot of still water otherwise it would be really tough to resist. Then, I had some tuna at home. Anyway, today I woke up with a huge headache and I decided to skip today's exercises. Will try to do something on Saturday evening and on Sunday I'm off to Normandy! Have a great weekend, all of you

[Shadow]

Well, that's the only reason I do resistance at all Shadow--to keep you happy---you know our old saying:

"If the Shadow ain't happy, ain't nobody happy!":D;):paranoid:
:lol:! It's so great to see you have learned well :D!!!

[Shadow]

I've finished my week with a fairly light session, since I wasn't feeling any more lively. I did quite a bit of walking around town in the morning, then just some gentle yoga at home this afternoon.
That sounds like a perfect end to your 5 for the week :D! Sometimes we just gotta change our pace to get it done ;). But the important thing is that you did it :nod:!

[Shadow]

I did 20 min. of walking outdoors and since I was all warmed up I did 10 min. pt exercises and stretches.
Way to go :D!

I really am thinking I need to make an app. with the chiro as I am still having those sharp pains in my back. It comes and goes but really stops me in my tracks when they occur. Also I had a lot of pain with my seat bone while riding this past trailride. Something must be out of alignment somewhere.
Oh my YES, please get that seen too :eek:!!!

I'm off for now but I will get some resistance in later today.
Hopefully AFTER you've scheduled that appointment ;)!

[Shadow]

Just a quick report as I am in a rush. Yesterday I did my portion of M&S (20 min bike HIIT and then 10 min Quick Fix upper body) but it was a bad idea... It was a day of fast (no food and no drink) from dawn till after dark and I should have known better (I was really thirsty during the day), especially with my Talmud class! We broke the fast at my Talmud Master house at 11.45 pm and he and his wife offered us a lot of cakes and biscuits, a typical sweet way of breaking fast in our community. Fortunately I brought a big bag almonds with me (they were very very popular:paranoid:;)) and I had a lot of still water otherwise it would be really tough to resist. Then, I had some tuna at home.
Oh my, Adina :eek:! I think the next time you need to save the exercise for a day where you can at least drink something! But I'm proud of you for sticking to those nuts, water & tuna :thumbsup:!
Anyway, today I woke up with a huge headache and I decided to skip today's exercises. Will try to do something on Saturday evening and on Sunday I'm off to Normandy! Have a great weekend, all of you
Sounds like a plan - and I hope you have a great weekend, too :). Enjoy and get over that headache!

[Mitra]

That sounds like a perfect end to your 5 for the week :D! Sometimes we just gotta change our pace to get it done ;). But the important thing is that you did it :nod:!

I think it was the right decision, because I was quite tired this morning after walking, but felt a bit better by the end of the afternoon, and I think stronger exercise would just have increased the tiredness. It's not as if I'm all that keen on exercise, but I do find it frustrating not to be able to do it :(.

How's your PT working, Shadow?

[gitfiddle]

I've got one last post before leaving town (unless more delays come up :rolleyes:). I'm so proud of myself because I got up and went to the gym for one last tour this morning. I did the total body, but nothing extreme. Now it's walking for a week. :tear:

Adina, how brilliant of you to bring the almonds to the breakfast! :)

[SandyHanson]

Sorry, Shadow. This hasn't been my best week. I was sick Thursday and Friday, didn't exercise, even eating was kind of hit or miss. Feel better today, but have been busy getting ready for company. I may get a chance to move some this evening, but, if not, I'll just start in tomorrow with my usual routine.

[Shadow]

I think it was the right decision, because I was quite tired this morning after walking, but felt a bit better by the end of the afternoon, and I think stronger exercise would just have increased the tiredness.
I think you're absolutely right :nod:! More isn't always better ;).
It's not as if I'm all that keen on exercise, but I do find it frustrating not to be able to do it :(.
I think that's just human nature and being told "no" that makes us that way :p! I hate cardio - but I've been very unhappy to not be able to do it all this time :rolleyes:

How's your PT working, Shadow?
It was going well and was to last until the end of this month. But lo and behold, I got an insurance statement telling me they quit paying in May so I had to abruptly end the PT sessions. Now I have to get back into the exercise gradually so I can work off the frustration of having medical bills it's gonna take me a year to pay off....

Anyway, hopefully if I pay attention and ease back into it slowly I'll do okay. But you know patience has never been my virture :o. I am not, however, going to do impact cardio until the doctor's office tells me it's okay (which will hopefully happen mid-August at my next appt).

Thanks for asking :)!

[Shadow]

I've got one last post before leaving town (unless more delays come up :rolleyes:). I'm so proud of myself because I got up and went to the gym for one last tour this morning.
And I am proud of you too :D!!!
I did the total body, but nothing extreme.
Extreme is good now and again, but not always ;).
Now it's walking for a week. :tear:
I'll be walking with you in spirit since that's all I can do, too :rolleyes:.

[Shadow]

Sorry, Shadow. This hasn't been my best week. I was sick Thursday and Friday, didn't exercise, even eating was kind of hit or miss.
Not to worry, Sandy! We all hit speed bumps now and again :nod:. Shoot - the last 3 months have been one big speed bump for me :p :lol:! The important thing is that you take care of yourself and get better :).
Feel better today, but have been busy getting ready for company. I may get a chance to move some this evening, but, if not, I'll just start in tomorrow with my usual routine.
I think waiting until tomorrow is perfectly fine :nod:!

[Mitra]

It was going well and was to last until the end of this month. But lo and behold, I got an insurance statement telling me they quit paying in May so I had to abruptly end the PT sessions. Now I have to get back into the exercise gradually so I can work off the frustration of having medical bills it's gonna take me a year to pay off....

Anyway, hopefully if I pay attention and ease back into it slowly I'll do okay. But you know patience has never been my virture :o. I am not, however, going to do impact cardio until the doctor's office tells me it's okay (which will hopefully happen mid-August at my next appt).

Thanks for asking :)!

:eek: That's not good :(.

I'll have to keep a close eye on you so you don't think that just because you're not seeing the PT any more you can resume your normal regime (well, maybe not the cardio ;)).

[Karole]

Well, it surely took your insurance company long enough to get the news to you, didn't it. They ought to have to pay when they are so remiss in things like that. Its sure isn't fair to your pocketbook.

My back isn't playing fair either. It went totally kabonk last night just before I went to bed. Got up from a chair and felt it go. Had a hard time getting to sleep and today I don't walk very far or very upright at all. Monday I will see the chiro for sure. I hate this crap.

[Martha]

My back isn't playing fair either. It went totally kabonk last night just before I went to bed. Got up from a chair and felt it go. Had a hard time getting to sleep and today I don't walk very far or very upright at all.
I'm so sorry. And I read out of order so I put in a plan for next week that included you, virtually. The dog and I will sweat twice as much without you..;)

[Karole]

OKay, Martha, I will hopefully get some help at the chiro Monday so I'll be there soon as I can.

[avnndd]

Shadow, I have nothing to report, other than a lot of working outside in 90+ degree heat with what feels like 100% humidity. Haven't even played any ball with the boys at work in the past week.

I'm going to search out my Regis and Richard dvds this next week and at least attempt to do some of them.

[Shadow]

I'll have to keep a close eye on you so you don't think that just because you're not seeing the PT any more you can resume your normal regime (well, maybe not the cardio).
You know me too well :o... I will admit I was so upset about bills yesterday that I ended up with a long walk and 2 long bike rides for the day... But at least it wasn't high impact :D!

[Shadow]

Well, it surely took your insurance company long enough to get the news to you, didn't it. They ought to have to pay when they are so remiss in things like that. Its sure isn't fair to your pocketbook.
I don't know which upsets me worse - that I never thought to question how long they'd pay OR that the clinic only billed the insurance monthly so I had a month and a half over the limit before I found out... You're right - they should pay, darn it! (They being anyone else but me, of course :lol: )

My back isn't playing fair either. It went totally kabonk last night just before I went to bed. Got up from a chair and felt it go. Had a hard time getting to sleep and today I don't walk very far or very upright at all. Monday I will see the chiro for sure. I hate this crap.

Oh Karole - that is not good at all :eek: :(!!!! I know it's going to seem like forever until Monday gets here. I have my fingers crossed that you can see someone right away AND that it eases up in the meantime!!!

[Shadow]

I'm so sorry. And I read out of order so I put in a plan for next week that included you, virtually. The dog and I will sweat twice as much without you..;)
How nice of you and the dog to pick up the slack, Martha :p! I'm expecting some great reports from you :D! (BTW, does "dog" have a name?)

[Shadow]

Shadow, I have nothing to report, other than a lot of working outside in 90+ degree heat with what feels like 100% humidity. Haven't even played any ball with the boys at work in the past week.
So glad you finally checked in, Aaron :D :D :D!!! Sorry there's nothing to report but then again, I'm glad you're not out there pushing it and getting heat stroke!

'm going to search out my Regis and Richard dvds this next week and at least attempt to do some of them.
That would make me so very, very, VERY happy, Aaron :nod:! And it would do YOU some good too, ya know :p ;) :thumbsup:!

[Parisienne]

Oh my, Adina :eek:! I think the next time you need to save the exercise for a day where you can at least drink something!
I will! Next fast day is in less than 3 weeks so I will know better:lol:! And I will prepare some low carb, light meal too!

[Martha]

(BTW, does "dog" have a name?)
While I ran through a mental list of wildly exotic pseudonyms, great dog names and the like (lots of cyber pressure you know,) alas his name is Buddy. Ok in my defense, he was a rescue and came with the name. He loves to walk and is more than happy to take one for the team.:)

[Shadow]

I will! Next fast day is in less than 3 weeks so I will know better:lol:! And I will prepare some low carb, light meal too!

Now you're catching on :D :thumbsup: ;)!

[Shadow]

While I ran through a mental list of wildly exotic pseudonyms, great dog names and the like (lots of cyber pressure you know,) alas his name is Buddy.
Ah - but even if the name isn't fancy, it doesn't change his devotion to you. Besides, I'm sure it's quite a good description of your relationship :nod:!
Ok in my defense, he was a rescue and came with the name. He loves to walk and is more than happy to take one for the team.:)
I think the attention he gets being with you on that walk helps inspire him to want to get out there, too ;).

[Martha]

Ah - but even if the name isn't fancy, it doesn't change his devotion to you. Besides, I'm sure it's quite a good description of your relationship :nod:!

I think the attention he gets being with you on that walk helps inspire him to want to get out there, too ;).

it's mutual :) well time to get out there and do:exclamation: