Movers & Shakers - August 9 - 15

[Shadow]

Okay, gang, it's time to get those booties moving! Are you doing anything different to shake up your routine? Are you challenging yourself or just coasting? Let's get some serious M&S going on this week that we can brag about :D!

[jilly27]

Promised myself I'd get a long bike ride in this weekend so today was the day. Didn't really feel like it when I first got up but a promise is a promise!
Unfortunately it was REALLY windy today so the ride was a bit of a slog. 67miles took me 5hr 35min riding time for a total outing time of 6.5 hrs.:eek:

I'm ready for my 9 hr nap now....

[Martha]

Promised myself I'd get a long bike ride in this weekend so today was the day. Didn't really feel like it when I first got up but a promise is a promise!
Unfortunately it was REALLY windy today so the ride was a bit of a slog. 67miles took me 5hr 35min riding time for a total outing time of 6.5 hrs.:eek:

I'm ready for my 9 hr nap now....

way to go! Did you take a break, or just keep pushing? When I'm in that situation, I usually stop, then regret it b/c it always seem worse after you've stopped for a break:o and not any closer to home....

[jilly27]

Martha,

I took a couple of breaks to give my butt a rest (that's more what gets me than my legs:rolleyes:) and have a couple of snacks. I eat pretty light before a ride like that so small snacks on the way help get me through.

Have you been doing your longer weekend rides?

[Shadow]

Promised myself I'd get a long bike ride in this weekend so today was the day. Didn't really feel like it when I first got up but a promise is a promise!
Way to stick to your guns, Jilly :thumbsup:!
Unfortunately it was REALLY windy today so the ride was a bit of a slog. 67miles took me 5hr 35min riding time for a total outing time of 6.5 hrs.:jawDrop:! Are you crazy??????????

I'm ready for my 9 hr nap now....
Shoot, I'm ready for that nap just reading about it :eek: :lol:!

[Shadow]

Okay gang, the week is moving right on by! Let's get to reporting here!

Hmmm - how many names can I remember this week :evil:???

How about...
Mitra
Aaron
Lynn (Hawk)
Sharon
Karole (aren't you back yet?????)
Adina
Agnes
Carol
Heather
Isis
Amy
Sandy
Dean

Who else can I throw a cyber dart at :suspicious:????

[Mitra]

Who else can I throw a cyber dart at :suspicious:????

Ouch :eek: Grumble :suspicious:. All right, I've done it. You can go and persecute the others now :slywink:.

[Shadow]

Ouch :eek: Grumble :suspicious:. All right, I've done it. You can go and persecute the others now :slywink:.
Glad to see I got your attention, Mitra :D :lol:! Well done :thumbsup:!

[Martha]

Martha,

I took a couple of breaks to give my butt a rest (that's more what gets me than my legs:rolleyes:) and have a couple of snacks. I eat pretty light before a ride like that so small snacks on the way help get me through.
Have you been doing your longer weekend rides?

That's how I usually manage, too, although with the bent it's more just want to change position, not the pain of the upright bike.

This weekend the weather got in the way. The dog and I can walk by the puddles, well I can;) but riding through them is not as much fun. So I'm home and it's just coming up on 7 so I'll report how it works out tonight.

PS, Shadow, "Mmm - think she'd consider it overboard if I rigged her scooter with a constantly honking horn and flashing lights :lol:????" Could we re spin the definition of overboard, just this once?:D

[Karole]

Whoo, got me too !! Yep, we're back and I have finally got the laundry, cleaning, shopping and etc behind me. Thank goodness for that !!

You'll be proud to know dh and I just completed a 40 minute walk in the gorgeous weather. We did have some rain today, but it cooled things off and the walk was super.

I promise to do some resistance tomorrow --how's that??

[gitfiddle]

http://bestsmileys.com/waving/3.gif I did it! I did it! Half hour of stout lifting and fifteen minutes on the arc trainer. Love that thing! I'm probably going to hear from my calves tonight, though. And glutes. I had it on four! :eek:

[Karole]

Carol you rock !! Do you think all this muscle building has been helpful with the recent weight loss you have had?? (I'm sure the Shadow will say yes ):D:D

[gitfiddle]

Do you think all this muscle building has been helpful with the recent weight loss you have had?? (I'm sure the Shadow will say yes )
Safe bet, Karole. ;) I'm doing resistance because more muscle burns more fat. My shape has changed a lot since I started, because muscle is more dense, so I looked like I lost weight. I think this is just the scale catching up with the clothes. I've been doing PP for more than four years, so having a whoosh is even more exciting than before. The muscle I'm building doesn't really show, but it's there. My sister told me I look "fit". That was a complement.

[Karole]

YOOOOOO HOOOOOO ..... SHAAAAA DOOOOOW--- I'm off to do my resistance work now. (Just wanted to warn you in advance so you won't be fainting or any such thing as might discombobulate you.):eek::D

[Karole]

I'm baaaaaaak .... to report I did 10 min. upper body with 5 # weights on large ball and then pt stretches for my back. total of 20 min. I tried to do a back exercise while all warmed up but I could feel it and didn't want to push it for the time being. I will see about some gentle ones tomorrow.

Will most likely get a walk in this evening, weather permitting. I'll let you know.

[Shadow]

This weekend the weather got in the way. The dog and I can walk by the puddles, well I can;) but riding through them is not as much fun.
Not unless you wanna get sloppy ;). But maybe Buddy has the right idea to enjoy them :D!
So I'm home and it's just coming up on 7 so I'll report how it works out tonight.
Looking forward to it :thumbsup:!

Could we re spin the definition of overboard, just this once?:D
:lol: :p!

[Shadow]

Whoo, got me too !! Yep, we're back and I have finally got the laundry, cleaning, shopping and etc behind me. Thank goodness for that !!
So glad you're back :D!

You'll be proud to know dh and I just completed a 40 minute walk in the gorgeous weather. We did have some rain today, but it cooled things off and the walk was super.
I am VERY proud of you :thumbsup:!

I promise to do some resistance tomorrow --how's that??
:suspicious:
Carol you rock !! Do you think all this muscle building has been helpful with the recent weight loss you have had?? (I'm sure the Shadow will say yes )
A definite "yes" ;)!
YOOOOOO HOOOOOO ..... SHAAAAA DOOOOOW--- I'm off to do my resistance work now. (Just wanted to warn you in advance so you won't be fainting or any such thing as might discombobulate you.)
Appreciate the "heads up" :lol:!


I'm baaaaaaak .... to report I did 10 min. upper body with 5 # weights on large ball and then pt stretches for my back. total of 20 min. I tried to do a back exercise while all warmed up but I could feel it and didn't want to push it for the time being. I will see about some gentle ones tomorrow.
Fantastic :D!!!!!!!!!! (Both the workout AND the caution!)

Will most likely get a walk in this evening, weather permitting. I'll let you know.
I'll be listening ;).....

[Shadow]

http://bestsmileys.com/waving/3.gif I did it! I did it! Half hour of stout lifting and fifteen minutes on the arc trainer. Love that thing! I'm probably going to hear from my calves tonight, though. And glutes. I had it on four! :eek:
Well done :D :thumbsup:!!!!!!!! Hopefully the muslces will feel worked - but not scream at ya ;).... "Fit" is an awesome complement :nod:!!!!!

[Parisienne]

I am a good girl too!;) Started my last week of 'upper body blast' on Sunday (next Sunday I'm starting 'bun blast'.)
Sunday - 30 min Cardio Flex Band Workout + swimming
Mon - 10 min Kickbox Bootcamp Arms + 15 min Pilates Abs & Arms + swimming
Tue - 10 min cardio + 10 min Quick Fix Buns + 5 min stretch + swimming

My sea swimming becomes less and less pleasant because of a huge (?) quantity of seaweed. I really don't like it... But at the same time it doesn't seem right to be at the seaside in summer and don't swim (still, most people on the beach don't:confused:).
My weekend was charged with food. I did quite well during our annual visit to Häagen-Dazs shop but ate much too much on Shabbat (three festive meals). I kept it low carb but it seems that in my case the food quantity matters. All 3 pounds lost with difficulty during summer weeks are back again:crybaby:. And it's not just water retention, I'm afraid. So I have to be patient again.

[Shadow]

I am a good girl too!
For the most part :p :lol:!

Started my last week of 'upper body blast' on Sunday (next Sunday I'm starting 'bun blast'.)
Sunday - 30 min Cardio Flex Band Workout + swimming
Mon - 10 min Kickbox Bootcamp Arms + 15 min Pilates Abs & Arms + swimming
Tue - 10 min cardio + 10 min Quick Fix Buns + 5 min stretch + swimming
Wonderful :thumbsup:!

My sea swimming becomes less and less pleasant because of a huge (?) quantity of seaweed. I really don't like it... But at the same time it doesn't seem right to be at the seaside in summer and don't swim (still, most people on the beach don't).
I wouldn't want to swim in seaweed either - blech! I think I'd opt for the cardio option of brisk walking (maybe w/ hand weights) in the sand which would have the added bonus of leg toning. (And yes, "huge" is correct :) ).
My weekend was charged with food. I did quite well during our annual visit to Häagen-Dazs shop but ate much too much on Shabbat (three festive meals).
Oh dear, Adina, those holidays keep nipping your progress in the bud, don't they :eek:?
Ikept it low carb but it seems that in my case the food quantity matters. All 3 pounds lost with difficulty during summer weeks are back again. And it's not just water retention, I'm afraid. So I have to be patient again.
It's a sorry fact of life that as we age, our bodies are less willing to give it up like they did when we were younger. So unfortunately, we have to be even more diligent than ever. I think our bodies figure as we age we should be wiser about our choices and know what causes our downfalls ;)...

[gitfiddle]

Well, it turns out to be my knees that are complaining about overwork today. They're clunking like an old car. Since tonight was to be legwork, I decided to let them recover and I'll do lower body tomorrow. I took some ibu.

The muscles, on the other hand, are quite happy. :cool:

[Karole]

Sorry about the knees Carol. You did the right thing in listening to your body. Tomorrow is another day and sides Shadow isn't gonna get after you after all you have been doing lately. (Anyway--you're her pet remember?) ;)

[Karole]

Hi there Shadow-- I did a 20 min. walk all by myself this evening as dh was working a horse that he has in training. Anyway, I got it done and feel great and no more back twinges since this morning.

[Martha]

Well, it turns out to be my knees that are complaining about overwork today. They're clunking like an old car. Since tonight was to be legwork, I decided to let them recover and I'll do lower body tomorrow. I took some ibu.

The muscles, on the other hand, are quite happy. :cool:
sorry to hear, it's bad when knees become the percussion section isn't it?!


Buddy and I have done 2 long loops, 2 nights in a row. I got home later tonight so no bike ride tonight, either. I think Buddy secretly sabotages the bike ride. I think Karole put him up to it... sorta the old, tut tut looks like rain, we better go to walk....

[gitfiddle]

...sorry to hear, it's bad when knees become the percussion section isn't it?!Excellent comparison, Martha. We call it "the kneesles" or when it gets really bad, "kneemoania".

[jilly27]

Well I fell off the planet for a day but seem to be back....

Sounds like everyone is doing great! :D Except for some knee probs.
I resemble that. I take presciption anti-inflam/painkillers for mine every day. Well every day I remember :o After 4 surgeries there really isn't much more they can do for me now :crybaby:

I was pretty tired after the ride Sunday so just rested and got a bunch of crap done around the house yesterday. Planning to ride to work tomorrow (20 mile rndtrp) and then an evening ride of about 15 miles.

Keep up the good work!

[Karole]

I think Buddy secretly sabotages the bike ride. I think Karole put him up to it... sorta the old, tut tut looks like rain, we better go to walk....

Here Buddy..... Here Buddy..... Buuuuuddddy --can we talk?

No really, Martha Buddy doesn't listen to a thing I say but at least I am back walking with you again. That's a good thing. Isn't it????

[Shadow]

Well, it turns out to be my knees that are complaining about overwork today. They're clunking like an old car. Since tonight was to be legwork, I decided to let them recover and I'll do lower body tomorrow. I took some ibu.
Good choice :nod:!

The muscles, on the other hand, are quite happy. :cool:
But of course - they feel loved by all the attention they're getting ;)!

[Shadow]

Sorry about the knees Carol. You did the right thing in listening to your body. Tomorrow is another day and sides Shadow isn't gonna get after you after all you have been doing lately. (Anyway--you're her pet remember?) ;)

I saw that :lol:! Are you aiming for some extra lashes, or what :p?

Hi there Shadow-- I did a 20 min. walk all by myself this evening as dh was working a horse that he has in training. Anyway, I got it done and feel great and no more back twinges since this morning.
Way to go :D!!!! I'm especially happy to hear that back is behaving!

Now if we could just get YOU to behave ;)!

[Shadow]

Buddy and I have done 2 long loops, 2 nights in a row. I got home later tonight so no bike ride tonight, either. I think Buddy secretly sabotages the bike ride.
I am proud of you and Buddy for getting that walk in and not just blowing it all off :thumbsup:!
I think Karole put him up to it... sorta the old, tut tut looks like rain, we better go to walk....
It would be just like her :lol:!

[Shadow]

Well I fell off the planet for a day but seem to be back....
Hope you didn't hurt yourself :p!

Sounds like everyone is doing great! :D Except for some knee probs.
I resemble that. I take presciption anti-inflam/painkillers for mine every day. Well every day I remember :o After 4 surgeries there really isn't much more they can do for me now
I am so sorry it's so rough! But I think it's awesome you still get out and get going :nod:!

I was pretty tired after the ride Sunday so just rested and got a bunch of crap done around the house yesterday. Planning to ride to work tomorrow (20 mile rndtrp) and then an evening ride of about 15 miles.
Sounds like a wise thing to have done :nod:. I'm sure the knee appreciated the break, too ;). Hopefully you're listening to it :).

[Shadow]

Here Buddy..... Here Buddy..... Buuuuuddddy --can we talk?

No really, Martha Buddy doesn't listen to a thing I say but at least I am back walking with you again. That's a good thing. Isn't it????
:lol:!!!!!!!!

(Just wanted to let you know how much you make my day with your zany humor!!!!)

[Karole]

:lol:!!!!!!!!

(Just wanted to let you know how much you make my day with your zany humor!!!!)

Well, there's just nothing like dodging whip lashes, tongue lashes, and eye lashes (aka long hard cyber stares) to bring out the humor in me !!!:rolleyes:

Another thing that just tickles my funnybone no end is all the grunting, sweating, and smelly socks that enhance my daily work out. (Just kidding here cuz I try never to work out that hard!):D

Well, I'm off to go do some actual exercise now. I am going to surprize myself with what I do---no, no I'm not going to surprise myself by working out hard and super sizing my workout-- I just mean I don't know which body part I'm going to "pamper" today.;)

[Karole]

Okay, I'm back and exercize is done. I did 25 min. of my Over 50 dvd very carefully I might add. There are some twisty things I didn't even attempt. Will wait a while for that.

Then I went to the barn and "drove" a wheelbarrow to help my dh muck out the barn stalls. I also did a bit of other light weight work while there, for another 20 min. Earlier this a.m. I weeded the garden since it was so nice and soft. Things came out of the ground very easily. So I have had a pretty good day and there is always the chance I can get dh out on a walk this evening. We'll see.

[Shadow]

Well, there's just nothing like dodging whip lashes, tongue lashes, and eye lashes (aka long hard cyber stares) to bring out the humor in me !!!
Obviously all those "lashes" work :D!

Another thing that just tickles my funnybone no end is all the grunting, sweating, and smelly socks that enhance my daily work out. (Just kidding here cuz I try never to work out that hard!):D

Hmm - maybe it's time to turn over a new leaf ;).
Well, I'm off to go do some actual exercise now. I am going to surprize myself with what I do---no, no I'm not going to surprise myself by working out hard and super sizing my workout-- I just mean I don't know which body part I'm going to "pamper" today.
Hopefully with all that pampering going on, some work still got done ;). Remember those sore abs? Not saying you need to go that far, just a bit closer to it :p...

Okay, I'm back and exercize is done. I did 25 min. of my Over 50 dvd very carefully I might add. There are some twisty things I didn't even attempt. Will wait a while for that.
Well done :thumbsup:! Pushing ourselves does not include hurting ourselves.

Then I went to the barn and "drove" a wheelbarrow to help my dh muck out the barn stalls. I also did a bit of other light weight work while there, for another 20 min. Earlier this a.m. I weeded the garden since it was so nice and soft. Things came out of the ground very easily. So I have had a pretty good day and there is always the chance I can get dh out on a walk this evening. We'll see.
I would say you've had an awesome day!

[gitfiddle]

Well, there's just nothing like dodging whip lashes, tongue lashes, and eye lashes (aka long hard cyber stares) to bring out the humor in me !!!:rolleyes:IMHO, that sounds like a guilt reaction to me. No sweating and grunting indeed! :suspicious:

I'm on the bench again, coach. This time I got to the chiro. He straightened me out and checked the kneecaps but still I can hardly walk. No discomfort unless I take a step.

Is it possible that my three or four minutes of high stepping on the arc trainer stretched ligaments or muscles? That's what it seems like. Really stiff muscles around the knees. :confused:

[Martha]

Here Buddy..... Here Buddy..... Buuuuuddddy --can we talk?

No really, Martha Buddy doesn't listen to a thing I say but at least I am back walking with you again. That's a good thing. Isn't it????


Are you sure; I think that's why the computer is open while I'm gone...he's trying to respond but can't seem to find the spell check, or something. I'm thrilled to have you back but you must promise if Buddy writes...you can only believe the words he spells correctly. Any nonsense about searching for a child bike trailer to convert for doggie bike riding.. he keeps me doing the extra. You know "Karole would want us to do that lap."

[Karole]

Good Buddy !!! Keep her going .

Say I did get one message but all it said was wooooooooooooof Was that you Bud?

[Karole]

I did get in a 20 min. walk with dh last night and I did the 10 min. upper body dvd with my five pound weights this morning

(still trying to get back into the Shadows good graces ) :D... sigh ....so I will do more later today.:peeved:

[gitfiddle]

(still trying to get back into the Shadows good graces ) :D... sigh ....so I will do more later today.:peeved:That's the attitude, Karole! ;)

I am walking today myself. As long as I walk, the muscles loosen up so I'll be doing it several times today in small spurts.

[Shadow]

IMHO, that sounds like a guilt reaction to me. No sweating and grunting indeed!
I'll keep her moving any way I can :lol:!

I'm on the bench again, coach. This time I got to the chiro. He straightened me out and checked the kneecaps but still I can hardly walk. No discomfort unless I take a step.
Oh dear friend, I am sooooo sorry to hear that :crybaby:!!!!!!!!! I am glad you're getting it take care of right away and being wise about it all :). Gosh, we've got a whole lot of achy joints amongst us! Yet one more thing to keep us bonded, huh :rolleyes:?

Is it possible that my three or four minutes of high stepping on the arc trainer stretched ligaments or muscles? That's what it seems like. Really stiff muscles around the knees.
Absolutely! Shoot, just ONE misstep can do it :nod:. Sadly, hurting ourselves happens a lot quicker than getting ourselves into shape does :(.

[Shadow]

Are you sure; I think that's why the computer is open while I'm gone...he's trying to respond but can't seem to find the spell check, or something. I'm thrilled to have you back but you must promise if Buddy writes...you can only believe the words he spells correctly. Any nonsense about searching for a child bike trailer to convert for doggie bike riding.. he keeps me doing the extra. You know "Karole would want us to do that lap."
Good for Buddy :D :lol: :p! Promise us, though, that if he does start "riding bike" that we get to see pictures ;)!

[Shadow]

I did get in a 20 min. walk with dh last night and I did the 10 min. upper body dvd with my five pound weights this morning
Very good :D!

(still trying to get back into the Shadows good graces ) :D...
Anything to keep you moving ;)...
sigh ....so I will do more later today.:peeved:
Some people are pretty demanding around here, aren't they :evil:?

[Shadow]

I am walking today myself. As long as I walk, the muscles loosen up so I'll be doing it several times today in small spurts.
Very good :thumbsup:! Just take it nice and slow, okay??

[Shadow]

Jilly - You here today?

Mitra - Okay, girl, are you gonna make me chase you all week long :rolleyes:?

Adina - You didn't drown in all that seaweed, did you :eek:?

Agnes - Yooooohooooooooooo!

Isis - How's that ankle :)?

Sandy - Where did you get to :confused:?????

Amy - Amy - Amy :peeved:!

[Parisienne]

Adina - You didn't drown in all that seaweed, did you :eek:?
No, I didn't! :lol: :lol: In fact I haven't enter the sea since Tuesday, definitely not my cup of tea (even if my DH tries to make me change my mind). Your suggestion of brisk walking with a hand weights in the sand made me sweat. Maybe in autumn, maybe.
As you see I keep back to report on my ups (M&S) and downs (weight). Should do it daily, I know, still working on it!
Wed - 20 min upper body + 5 min stretch
Thu - 15 min cardio (Tea Bo cardio) + 10 min stretch (with band)
Oh dear, Adina, those holidays keep nipping your progress in the bud, don't they :eek:?Yes, maybe I should think about conversion to some religion without holidays? ;) Seriously now, I know it is up to me (and only me) what I eat and how much I eat. Usually it works well, maybe the last trip to Israel was a bit too much (all those yummy veggies and fruit) and I have some trouble with getting back to those 129 lbs (weight before the trip; my sort of 'ideal' weight is 124 lb). At the same time, I see some progress in my lower body and it would be unfair to say that the scale should be the one and only judge. But I am a bit obsessed with numbers, I'm afraid.
See you tomorrow (hopefully)!

[Shadow]

No, I didn't!
Glad to hear it :D!
In fact I haven't enter the sea since Tuesday, definitely not my cup of tea (even if my DH tries to make me change my mind). Your suggestion of brisk walking with a hand weights in the sand made me sweat. Maybe in autumn, maybe.
Wow, I am thrilled and impressed that you even tried it :thumbsup:! I think that would make for an excellent fall activity :nod:!
As you see I keep back to report on my ups (M&S) and downs (weight). Should do it daily, I know, still working on it!
Ah, we wouldn't want to stress you or anything ;).
Wed - 20 min upper body + 5 min stretch
Thu - 15 min cardio (Tea Bo cardio) + 10 min stretch (with band)
Well done!
Yes, maybe I should think about conversion to some religion without holidays?
Somehow I don't think so :p.
Seriously now, I know it is up to me (and only me) what I eat and how much I eat.
Well said!!!!!!!!!!
Usually it works well, maybe the last trip to Israel was a bit too much (all those yummy veggies and fruit) and I have some trouble with getting back to those 129 lbs (weight before the trip; my sort of 'ideal' weight is 124 lb).
Sometimes our version of "ideal" is not what our bodies consider ideal :).
At the same time, I see some progress in my lower body and it would be unfair to say that the scale should be the one and only judge. But I am a bit obsessed with numbers, I'm afraid.
Seeing progress definitely counts :thumbsup:!!!!!!!! Personally, I avoid the scale because it is very fickle and tells so little of the story ;).

[Martha]

Good for Buddy :D :lol: :p! Promise us, though, that if he does start "riding bike" that we get to see pictures ;)!

you betcha..although I'm afraid lack of punctuation or too few words may have misrepresented. He's hoping to go in his little doggie trailer so that when we go on long rides, he can go along. It will mean that when we stop, we'll have to picnic or eat at restaurants, outside, but that shouldn't be too much, right? Pictures of Buddy riding, that would be a sight.:D

[gitfiddle]

Amy - Amy - Amy :peeved:! Don't worry about Amy, my dear Shadow. She's off to do some camping and I believe she said "hike all morning and read all afternoon".

I'm walking better, although climbing the stair when I got home was a reminder of how far I have yet to go. It's just old muscles doing what they do best. The Geezer was going to bundle me down to the doctor for an MRI at one point. :rolleyes: I'm not into this aging stuff! :tongue:

Martha, I'd even take a picture of Buddy riding in the doggy cart. How cute!

[jilly27]

I'm here! Just pretty late. Early start riding the bike to work, then home late. No chance to get on the interhoobie til now. Pushed a little harder up the hill (hill? hell its a mountain) to work and got there.......1 min faster:confused: Oh well.

Carol are you doing much stretching of the surrounding leg muscles that support your knee? Carefully done with warm muscles (don't try to stretch cold muscles, its like pulling cold taffy) it may help you out. I find mine is much better when I'm stretching properly.

"See" you all tomorrow:)

[Karole]

Hi all, hope everyone feels better today. Yesterday was a bummer later in the day as my neck started hurting and also gave me a headache right up until bedtime.

I am blaming it on my 5# weights and upper body routine that I did. I think I must not have had correct form for some of it.--- Oh, she said sheepishly :o:o....maybe I should have blamed myself instead of the 5# weights.:nod::nod:

Anyway, today is good and I just finished a 29 min. brisk walk. It was sooooo nice outside I just had to get out there. A fine 66 degrees and sunshine to boot ....ummmm. Very nice.

[Shadow]

you betcha..although I'm afraid lack of punctuation or too few words may have misrepresented. He's hoping to go in his little doggie trailer so that when we go on long rides, he can go along. It will mean that when we stop, we'll have to picnic or eat at restaurants, outside, but that shouldn't be too much, right? Pictures of Buddy riding, that would be a sight.:D
I think it was the reader's misinterpretation ;). BUT - if ever a dog could do it, I'd vote for it being Buddy :thumbsup: :D!

He might have a point - just think of the added resistance the trailer w/ Buddy in it would give you :razz:!

[Shadow]

Don't worry about Amy, my dear Shadow. She's off to do some camping and I believe she said "hike all morning and read all afternoon".
Thanks, Carol :D! I suppose one of these days I should wander into some other threads :rolleyes: ;).

I'm walking better, although climbing the stair when I got home was a reminder of how far I have yet to go. It's just old muscles doing what they do best. The Geezer was going to bundle me down to the doctor for an MRI at one point. :rolleyes: I'm not into this aging stuff! :tongue:
I must agree with Art Linkletter on the point of aging :nod:. Anyway - I'm glad you're seeing improvement. Slow and steady WILL win the race, my friend :).

Martha, I'd even take a picture of Buddy riding in the doggy cart. How cute!
Me too :D!!!

[Shadow]

I'm here! Just pretty late. Early start riding the bike to work, then home late. No chance to get on the interhoobie til now. Pushed a little harder up the hill (hill? hell its a mountain) to work and got there.......1 min faster:confused: Oh well.
Sometimes life just isn't fair, is it :lol: :p :razz:?

[Shadow]

Hi all, hope everyone feels better today. Yesterday was a bummer later in the day as my neck started hurting and also gave me a headache right up until bedtime.
I am so sorry to hear that, dear Karole :(!

I am blaming it on my 5# weights and upper body routine that I did. I think I must not have had correct form for some of it.--- Oh, she said sheepishly :o:o....maybe I should have blamed myself instead of the 5# weights.:nod::nod:
Ah yes - operator malfunction is easier to believe than that the weights did you wrong ;). Sounds like you need to practice it some more :razz:!

Anyway, today is good and I just finished a 29 min. brisk walk. It was sooooo nice outside I just had to get out there. A fine 66 degrees and sunshine to boot ....ummmm. Very nice.
Awesome :D!

[Parisienne]

Wow, I am thrilled and impressed that you even tried it :thumbsup:! I think that would make for an excellent fall activity :nod:!
Well, I don't know where to start... I should work a bit more on my English or on the proofreading of my posts. I wanted to say that the very thought of brisk walking with a hand weights in the sand made me sweat, not that I did it. I'm sorry there is no reason to be thrilled and/or impressed..:o:o Will try this autumn, I promise!!
Sometimes our version of "ideal" is not what our bodies consider ideal :).
Probably you are right, still I keep dreaming...
Seeing progress definitely counts :thumbsup:!!!!!!!! Personally, I avoid the scale because it is very fickle and tells so little of the story ;).
Wise of you, Mrs. Shadow! I cannot do that. What's more observing the scale helps me to avoid abusing during the holidays.

Fri - 30 min lower body + 45 min brisk walking (w/o hand weights, promenade by sea)

Have to go, have a great weekend and will try to see you on Sunday!

[Parisienne]

I am blaming it on my 5# weights and upper body routine that I did.
Karole, I hate to disagree with anybody but it is oh so obvious that those 5# weights are to be blamed!!;):D

[SandyHanson]

Sandy - Where did you get to :confused:?????


I'm here - kind of. I've not been well the last few weeks:(. A GI problem that I thought I had under control (not cured, yet, mind you, but at least under control) reasserted itself, interrupting my nights and making me feel generally unwell and washed out. Had a hard time doing much at all. I'm feeling a bit better now; hope to get back into "moving and shaking," if not today, then tomorrow :thumbsup:.

I have been popping in here to check up on everyone else's antics - er, I mean, activities :eek:. You guys are all so much fun.:nod::D

[Karole]

Ah yes - operator malfunction is easier to believe than that the weights did you wrong ;). Sounds like you need to practice it some more :razz:!
!

I never get a break. ;) Except for my foot one time but it wasn't due to exercising so I won't even mention that here. Not at all. Ever.

Okay, I will practice more and be more attentive to my form so I don't mess up my neck again. For sure it does not feel good.

[Karole]

Karole, I hate to disagree with anybody but it is oh so obvious that those 5# weights are to be blamed!!;):D


Ah dear Adina, you are so very kind. Thank you for being so sweet and seeing things how they really are. So few of us do you know;);););)

(Huh? Did I hear something that sounds like the swishing of a lash or lashing of a switch?) No , just my imagination at work) Whew! !

[Shadow]

Well, I don't know where to start... I should work a bit more on my English or on the proofreading of my posts. I wanted to say that the very thought of brisk walking with a hand weights in the sand made me sweat, not that I did it. I'm sorry there is no reason to be thrilled and/or impressed..:o:o Will try this autumn, I promise!!
Oh - I am sooooo crushed :eek: :crybaby:!!!!!! Here I thought you were so eager for M&S points that you just got right out there and did it. Silly me :rolleyes:....

Probably you are right, still I keep dreaming...
Don't we all ;).

Wise of you, Mrs. Shadow! I cannot do that. What's more observing the scale helps me to avoid abusing during the holidays.
I have read many here who say the scale - especially daily weighing - keeps them in line. For me, it causes my downfall. If I don't like the number, I get depressed & overeat. If I do like the number, I get nervous about it changing which stress me so I overeat. I'm better off just going by how my clothes fit and how I feel ;).
Fri - 30 min lower body + 45 min brisk walking (w/o hand weights, promenade by sea)
I'm STILL hoping to one day see that walking with weights, though :razz:!

[Shadow]

Karole, I hate to disagree with anybody but it is oh so obvious that those 5# weights are to be blamed!!;):D
:eek: :mad: :eek:!!!!!!

Watch it, girlie, or I'll be on YOU next :evil:!

Jeez.... :rolleyes:.....

[Shadow]

I'm here - kind of. I've not been well the last few weeks. A GI problem that I thought I had under control (not cured, yet, mind you, but at least under control) reasserted itself, interrupting my nights and making me feel generally unwell and washed out. Had a hard time doing much at all. I'm feeling a bit better now; hope to get back into "moving and shaking," if not today, then tomorrow.
Sandy - I am so very sorry you've not been feeling well :(!!!! You just focus on getting better, okay :)? And in the meantime, just because you're not M&S doesn't mean you shouldn't check in! It's better if you do so we can not only offer our support while you're down, but it also prevents me getting on your case ;)!

I have been popping in here to check up on everyone else's antics - er, I mean, activities. You guys are all so much fun.
I tell you, some of these ladies have been an absolute handful lately :eek:!

[Shadow]

I never get a break. ;) Except for my foot one time but it wasn't due to exercising so I won't even mention that here. Not at all. Ever.
:lol:!!!!

Okay, I will practice more and be more attentive to my form so I don't mess up my neck again. For sure it does not feel good.

Just remember, form is EVERYTHING :). And keep in mind, also, that practice makes perfect :razz:!

[Shadow]

Ah dear Adina, you are so very kind. Thank you for being so sweet and seeing things how they really are. So few of us do you know

Oh boy is it getting deep in here.......... :rolleyes: ..............
(Huh? Did I hear something that sounds like the swishing of a lash or lashing of a switch?) No , just my imagination at work) Whew! !
You should not just be hearing it but feeling it, too :peeved:!

[Shadow]

Okay, gang, I have company so I may not get on line to start the new thread this weekend (or next).

So if anyone gets here before me, please get us up and going :).

And don't any of you worry - even if I don't post, the M&S will be done :razz:!

[Karole]

Have fun Shadow !! We'll be good (heh, heh, heh) Don't worry about us at all. I really mean it, have fun, you deserve it.

[gitfiddle]

Enjoy your company, Lita. :) We'll carry on.

[Karole]

I did 30 min. of my Over 50 dvd and plan on a walk later . The weather is still really nice here so I am wanting to get outdoors !

[Karole]

Got in 50 min. walking and mucking early in the evening. So that was my resistance for the day.

[Shadow]

Have fun Shadow !! We'll be good (heh, heh, heh) Don't worry about us at all. I really mean it, have fun, you deserve it.
Why am I dubious about all of this :lol: :p?

I did 30 min. of my Over 50 dvd and plan on a walk later . The weather is still really nice here so I am wanting to get outdoors!
Got in 50 min. walking and mucking early in the evening. So that was my resistance for the day.
Way to go :D!!!!!! There might be hope for you after all :razz:!

[Shadow]

Enjoy your company, Lita. :) We'll carry on.
It's the carrying on part I'm worried about :lol:! I would say I'm enjoying the company but... you know what they say about fish, company & etc :rolleyes:. Yesterday made day 8 and we still have at least 6 to go. Believe me, if it were MY company, I'd have explained before they came that 2 weeks camping out on my living room floor was not a good idea in the interest of furthering good relations ;).....

[Karole]

14 days !!! :eek::eek: TWO WEEKS !!! :eek::eek:

Oh, Shadow, you are a rock !! :nod::nod:

I am going to try to be very, very good from now on just to give you some well earned relief !! (Please note the key work in the sentence was try---but I really will try):D

[gitfiddle]

It's the carrying on part I'm worried about :lol:! I would say I'm enjoying the company but... you know what they say about fish, company & etc :rolleyes:. Yesterday made day 8 and we still have at least 6 to go.:eek::paranoid::( I could NOT do that. That's why the good Lord made hotels! And it's very true what they say about fish & company. You may vent any time you wish, kiddo!

[Shadow]

14 days !!! :eek::eek: TWO WEEKS !!! :eek::eek:

Oh, Shadow, you are a rock !! :nod::nod:

I am going to try to be very, very good from now on just to give you some well earned relief !! (Please note the key work in the sentence was try---but I really will try):D
I greatly appreciate ANY cooperation I can get at this point in time :lol:! God bless ya, sweetie!

[Shadow]

:eek::paranoid::( I could NOT do that. That's why the good Lord made hotels! And it's very true what they say about fish & company. You may vent any time you wish, kiddo!
Thank you and God bless you too, dear friend :D! If I thought I could do it without causing hard feelings, *I* would've gotten a motel room 7 1/2 days ago for myself :lol:!

[Karole]

Thank you and God bless you too, dear friend :D! If I thought I could do it without causing hard feelings, *I* would've gotten a motel room 7 1/2 days ago for myself :lol:!

Now you're talking Shadow. Circumstances put us between a rock and a hard place sometimes, just hang in there, we're pulling for you.