Movers & Shakers - Jan 31 - Feb 6

[Shadow]

Okay gang, we are now entering a new month. I'm getting this thread up early so you can write out your plan and know what your goals are this month.

Your challenge for February is to love yourself. We always take time to love & tend to others - we need to do it for ourselves, too. When you are strong and healthy, you are better able to deal with the stresses and challenges life throws our way.

So - here is what you have to do:
1. Plan, in ink, your exercise days. Remember to challenge yourself. If you don't push out of your comfort zone, you're too complacent and it's not doing you as much good as if you challenge yourself. Always make your workout count!
2. Do one small thing for yourself every day. Something you WANT to do and something you ENJOY doing. Nothing that's required. It can be to read a chapter in a book, gaze at the stars, sleep in a half hour some morning, lock yourself in the bathroom for a nice long soak - just whatever YOU want to do.

Now, I think Jilly is having surgery - but I also know she can do something nice for herself each day. So hopefully she'll check in as often as she can and let us know how she's doing. (Hope you're "listening" Jilly ;) )!

The rest of you have NO excuse and I expect to see some good plans - AND hear some good reports each and every day! Even if it's your "rest" day, you still have to do something for yourself - and you need to report it or you know what will happen :razz:!

[Mitra]

Good grief, you're never satisfied :rolleyes:. I've exercise for a whole month, and now you want me to do more :eek:. Well, I've just emailed my yoga teacher about having a lesson sometime soon, so I'll wait for that, then we'll adjust things as appropriate when I see him.

I'm still struggling with hormones to some degree. Not such complete exhaustion as I had a year or so ago, but I still find that if I make the work a bit too hard, I'll just end up curled up in tears on the mat, which is very disconcerting, and not what I'm used to :peeved:. So I don't think I'll be doing Slow Burn again just yet.

[cshelia]

My plan for February is to do 5 days a week on the treadmill. I hoping to loss 8lbs or more in Feb. also.

[Shadow]

Good grief, you're never satisfied.
You got it :lol:!
I've exercise for a whole month, and now you want me to do more .
You've caught on really well :evil:!
Well, I've just emailed my yoga teacher about having a lesson sometime soon, so I'll wait for that, then we'll adjust things as appropriate when I see him.
That sounds like a plan :).

I'm still struggling with hormones to some degree. Not such complete exhaustion as I had a year or so ago, but I still find that if I make the work a bit too hard, I'll just end up curled up in tears on the mat, which is very disconcerting, and not what I'm used to :peeved:. So I don't think I'll be doing Slow Burn again just yet.
Oh dear heavens - that would be disconcerting :eek:!!! I guess it's a good thing you prefer yoga ;) but that situation would definitely drive me crazy :(!

[Shadow]

My plan for February is to do 5 days a week on the treadmill. I hoping to loss 8lbs or more in Feb. also.
Sounds like a good plan, Sheila! Don't forget to work on your pampering list, too ;)!

[bpm]

Day off today other than 10 min on bike and stretching.
As for a new plan, could lie to you and tell what wonderful things I have up my sleeve....but I won't and I don't.
My plan remains resistance training at least 3 x wk, stretching these old bones everyday, occasional hiit on elliptical and RITP on bike until weather allows more outdoor stuff.
I will say I like the bands more every time I use them. ..they have taken over the means of providing resistance (still combine them with iso resistance)- don't feel in any danger of overdoing the workout.
So Dearest, preservation of strength and increasing range of motion are my priorities. Reasonable, eh????

[Shadow]

Day off today other than 10 min on bike and stretching.
Sounds good :).
As for a new plan, could lie to you and tell what wonderful things I have up my sleeve....but I won't and I don't.
I definitely appreciate that ;).
My plan remains resistance training at least 3 x wk, stretching these old bones everyday, occasional hiit on elliptical and RITP on bike until weather allows more outdoor stuff.
Nothing wrong with that, especially since you recently did a change with the bands. As long as you're not bored - and your workouts are still effective - that is what counts :nod:. I just like to remind people to not do the same thing over and over and expect different results :slywink:. You know what they call that, right :lol:?
I will say I like the bands more every time I use them. ..they have taken over the means of providing resistance (still combine them with iso resistance)- don't feel in any danger of overdoing the workout.
I love bands and they can really hit spots that machines & free weights won't :thumbsup:.
So Dearest, preservation of strength and increasing range of motion are my priorities. Reasonable, eh????
VERY reasonable, dear Monty :D!

[jilly27]

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Now, I think Jilly is having surgery - but I also know she can do something nice for herself each day. So hopefully she'll check in as often as she can and let us know how she's doing. (Hope you're "listening" Jilly ;) )!



Feb. 1st. :peeved: My goal for the month is to be patient with my recovery. I don't want to do anything to prolong it. I have done what I can to make it easy for DH to help me out and I'm sure he'll take care of me well.

I am a bit concerned about the layoff and getting back at it when I'm healed. I had a lot of trouble with motivation to exercise in Oct. and Nov. Now that I'm back in the swing it's going really well and I am enjoying it very much. Just have to keep that in mind and hopefully my sister will help push me a bit. I'm going to chat with her about that, tell her to kick my a#$ into going if need be.

But first a few weeks of relaxing and catching up on a bunch of reading. I'll be stopping in to check on everyones progress. ;)

One more workout tomorrow, upper body. :D

Jilly

[bpm]

checkin in- lots to do this morning as we are expecting the rare 4-6 " snow (a mere dusting for some of you)
finished the res band wo and the obligatory stretches
KUTGW

[Needlewoman]

Have you got some kind of spy camera trained on me?

I've been spending too much time for myself on watching Aussie Open Tennis which has been on here from first thing in the morning until lunchtime or beyond :o but it finishes tomorrow, so I will be back to trying to establish my 2 week workout routine as a habit, first thing in the day. I have no real excuses (until the Aussie Open next year :D) as it is not weather dependent. Just as well as we woke to an unexpected snow cover this morning :(

My afternoons this week have been spent on something essential for DS1, involving internet researching and legal type letter drafting, but that will be finished and sent off this weekend, and I can get to doing more of the other things that I want to do. Not sure about reporting all of my vices here though ;)

[Tyrone Bill]

My workout plans for February will have to be put off till after I see my doctor. Which is tomorrow. I'll be getting my monthly check up and weighin. At the appointment I'll be asking him about the exercising I plan to do. Hopefully I'll be able to get busy on the resistance bands.

For today I did my morning routine of stretching and later today some light leg exercises.

[bpm]

the morning was spent digging out of a 12' snow fall with a shovel that hadn't been used in 16 years.... had to fill the bird feeders (6) which are spread around a 1/4 acre yard. thankfully, it was light fluffy stuff.
That's my wo for the day

[cshelia]

Treadmill, 30 mins, up to 10% incline, speed up to 4, went 1.85 miles and burned 260 calories. I'm still sick, so the last 8 mins or so, I had to go slower, but I did finish it.:D

Down 1.6 lbs this week:D

[Shadow]

Feb. 1st. :peeved: My goal for the month is to be patient with my recovery. I don't want to do anything to prolong it.
That definitely sounds like a way to give yourself some good lovin' this month, Jilly :nod:!
I have done what I can to make it easy for DH to help me out and I'm sure he'll take care of me well.
I'm sure he'll do you proud :)!

I am a bit concerned about the layoff and getting back at it when I'm healed. I had a lot of trouble with motivation to exercise in Oct. and Nov. Now that I'm back in the swing it's going really well and I am enjoying it very much. Just have to keep that in mind and hopefully my sister will help push me a bit. I'm going to chat with her about that, tell her to kick my a#$ into going if need be.
I think since you have gotten into the swing of it, that you'll be anxious to return to it :nod:. If you need some extra encouragement, don't forget we're all here to cheer you on! You have set an awesome example for all of us - hopefully we can return it just a bit if you need us to ;)!

But first a few weeks of relaxing and catching up on a bunch of reading. I'll be stopping in to check on everyones progress. ;)
Please do! We'll be anxious to hear how you're doing!

[Shadow]

checkin in- lots to do this morning as we are expecting the rare 4-6 " snow (a mere dusting for some of you)
I'll bet you're really looking forward to that :rolleyes:!
finished the res band wo and the obligatory stretches
Good job, Monty :D!
KUTGW
You, too!

the morning was spent digging out of a 12' snow fall with a shovel that hadn't been used in 16 years....
Wow - that's been quite a long rest for that shovel :eek:! Man, 12" is plenty - are you sure you weren't exaggerating a little to say 12' :lol: :p?
had to fill the bird feeders (6) which are spread around a 1/4 acre yard. thankfully, it was light fluffy stuff.
Good exercise for the legs!
That's my wo for the day
No wonder, dear Monty!

[Shadow]

Have you got some kind of spy camera trained on me?
Makes ya wonder, doesn't it :slywink:?

I've been spending too much time for myself on watching Aussie Open Tennis which has been on here from first thing in the morning until lunchtime or beyond :o but it finishes tomorrow, so I will be back to trying to establish my 2 week workout routine as a habit, first thing in the day. I have no real excuses (until the Aussie Open next year :D) as it is not weather dependent. Just as well as we woke to an unexpected snow cover this morning :(
Just remember that in the February challenge, doing something for ourselves each day does NOT include using it as an excuse to miss exercise :rolleyes:!

My afternoons this week have been spent on something essential for DS1, involving internet researching and legal type letter drafting, but that will be finished and sent off this weekend, and I can get to doing more of the other things that I want to do. Not sure about reporting all of my vices here though ;)
That may be just a bit much :lol:! But they do say confession is good for the soul, so if you feel the need, we're always here to listen :tongue:!

[Shadow]

My workout plans for February will have to be put off till after I see my doctor. Which is tomorrow. I'll be getting my monthly check up and weighin. At the appointment I'll be asking him about the exercising I plan to do. Hopefully I'll be able to get busy on the resistance bands.
Good luck, Bill! Please let us know how it goes and what the doc says :)!

For today I did my morning routine of stretching and later today some light leg exercises.
Sounds great!

[Shadow]

Treadmill, 30 mins, up to 10% incline, speed up to 4, went 1.85 miles and burned 260 calories. I'm still sick, so the last 8 mins or so, I had to go slower, but I did finish it.:D

Down 1.6 lbs this week:D
Congrats on the weight loss again, Shelia :D!!! Wow!!!! Good job on the treadmill - glad you're listening to your body and not pushing beyond it's endurance :thumbsup:!

[Karole]

Hi, Just finished 17 min. of upper body with my five pounders so that's done.

I plan to do a 15 min. meditation segment daily as a way to be good to myself for the month of February. Exercise 5 times per weelk.

We have a range of opinion about our snowfall around here. Some said they got 8, some 6 or so. It sure wasn't 12 inches, thank goodness.

[bpm]

are you sure you weren't exaggerating a little to say 12'
Dear Shadow, must have been a freudian slip....guess it felt like feet instead of inches. what I measured in 3 spots was 11" to 14" so 12" is probably accurate. also we were expecting 4-6.
Yes, that shovel has not been used for a long time (or very much as it still had some of the wrapping on it). next month while in Florida Keys, I'll recall this with fondness:rolleyes:

[Needlewoman]

Hopefully I can spare Monty his apparent discomfort at reporting in first ;)

OK. I have done double the amount of squats this morning, and I think I am going to feel that tomorrow :(

My treat to myself is going to be to finish my library book (the eighth in a seris of 9 historical novels about a family in Cornwall, and it is not Poldark). If I finish it early enough I am going to have a snooze before DH gets home. All his fault as I went to bed at 10.30 last night only to wake when he came up at gone midnight :mad::mad:

[bpm]

NW- by my calculation it is about 5 am in London and you have already finished the WO?? you be my hero.
Dear Shadow, completed this morning= 8 minute HIIT on the ellipt followed by 20 minute band resistance wo.
The following is part of the challenge post of this am
the weigh-in this morning showed a 1# gain. It's ok cause clothes are fitting a bit loose but it would be nice to see some movement in the scale :( Perhaps 180-184 is my new optimum level. :confused: I will soon be 73 and am still close to 6' tall (shrinkage you know) and my college weight was 175-178 (what a memory):D. So maybe getting back to 174-175 is unrealistic without a severe restrictive diet which I wont do.
Shadow has kept me exercise conscious so that part is in line.
I'll go with the flow, weigh in once/month, follow the PP book and accept what is.
Sound like a plan??

[Needlewoman]

NW- by my calculation it is about 5 am in London
No, Monty. It is 3.00pm. Can I still be a hero, though?

[Shadow]

Hi, Just finished 17 min. of upper body with my five pounders so that's done.
Good girl :D!

I plan to do a 15 min. meditation segment daily as a way to be good to myself for the month of February. Exercise 5 times per weelk.
Awesome :thumbsup:!

We have a range of opinion about our snowfall around here. Some said they got 8, some 6 or so. It sure wasn't 12 inches, thank goodness.
Anything less is definitely a bonus - and still a bit to shovel ;)!

[Shadow]

Dear Shadow, must have been a freudian slip....guess it felt like feet instead of inches.
Believe me, Monty, when I'm shoveling it always seems like a lot ;)!
what I measured in 3 spots was 11" to 14" so 12" is probably accurate. also we were expecting 4-6.
Gosh - Karole must have sent her extra your way instead of getting what she was supposed to get :eek:! Just like her to pass it on, isn't it :razz:????
Yes, that shovel has not been used for a long time (or very much as it still had some of the wrapping on it). next month while in Florida Keys, I'll recall this with fondness:rolleyes:
Sure you will :lol:!

[Shadow]

Hopefully I can spare Monty his apparent discomfort at reporting in first
How kind of you, NW :D!

OK. I have done double the amount of squats this morning, and I think I am going to feel that tomorrow
Most likely :nod:.

My treat to myself is going to be to finish my library book (the eighth in a seris of 9 historical novels about a family in Cornwall, and it is not Poldark). If I finish it early enough I am going to have a snooze before DH gets home.
That sounds great, NW :thumbsup:!
All his fault as I went to bed at 10.30 last night only to wake when he came up at gone midnight
How rude :eek: - hopefully he was at least trying to be quiet!

[Shadow]

Dear Shadow, completed this morning= 8 minute HIIT on the ellipt followed by 20 minute band resistance wo.
Well done, Monty :D!
The following is part of the challenge post of this am
the weigh-in this morning showed a 1# gain. It's ok cause clothes are fitting a bit loose but it would be nice to see some movement in the scale :( Perhaps 180-184 is my new optimum level. :confused: I will soon be 73 and am still close to 6' tall (shrinkage you know) and my college weight was 175-178 (what a memory):D. So maybe getting back to 174-175 is unrealistic without a severe restrictive diet which I wont do.
I think you should maybe accept the 180 - 184 range, Monty :nod:. I found when I accepted a higher range than goal, I lost a bit more after accepting that my body wanted to stabilize where it was. So if that happens for you, good. If not, that range is still mighty close to your college weight, dear Monty :).
Shadow has kept me exercise conscious so that part is in line.
:D!
I'll go with the flow, weigh in once/month, follow the PP book and accept what is.
[/COLOR][/I]Sound like a plan??
Sounds like a fantastic plan :thumbsup:!!!!!!!

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi Folks!

First Monday of the month means doctors appointment and weighin. The results are in I lost another 5 pounds.

Early morning stretch and some leg raises. I will attempting some walking later.

[Shadow]

Hi Folks!

First Monday of the month means doctors appointment and weighin. The results are in I lost another 5 pounds.
Way to go, Bill :D :D :D!!!!

Early morning stretch and some leg raises. I will attempting some walking later.
Sounds great :thumbsup:!

[Mitra]

I haven't managed to get in touch with my teacher yet, but I did add a little bit more into what I did today.

Then I went to my French group, which reminded me that I haven't seen Adina here recently.

[Shadow]

I haven't managed to get in touch with my teacher yet, but I did add a little bit more into what I did today.
Good for you :D!

Then I went to my French group, which reminded me that I haven't seen Adina here recently.
I know... she's been MIA for a couple weeks now :(!

And what did you do to love yourself today? Surely doing more exercise wasn't it :razz: :lol: ;) :p!

[gitfiddle]

Today I did 20 mins of arc trainer and 10 mins of rowing. I didn't do any lifting, just the endurance. I'm thinking of shuffling my routine around to shake things up, but I can't bear to just do cardio. How would you suggest I arrange my month?

It also occurred to me that last summer when I lost six pounds in a week, I had no exercise besides walking activity. You couldn't even call it cardio, because my knees kept me slow. I wonder if there's a connection.

[cshelia]

Treadmill, 30 mins, up to 10% incline, speed up to 5, went 1.81 miles and burned 286 calories.:D

[Tyrone Bill]

Somehow I totally forgot to post here yesterday.

I did do my stretching yesterday as well as some leg raises. I also got a good upper body workout wheeling around the VA hospital.
As yesterday was the first Monday of a new month. That means my doctors appointment and weighin.

I'm glad to report B/P was good and I dropped another 5 pounds. I feel pretty darn good.

[Mitra]

And what did you do to love yourself today? Surely doing more exercise wasn't it :razz: :lol: ;) :p!

Probably spending most of the rest of the day sitting on the settee reading was it.

[bpm]

Did myself a favor by deciding No resistance today.:)
Stretched this am and a RITP on the bike.
Will have to clear a little more snow out front for the UPS man, however.
We have another chance of snow tonight- global warming my a-- :eek:
Shadow - check out the lo tech ticker.
Have a great day all.

[Karole]

Uh oh, forgot to report 15 min. on the elliptical so will do it now.

Today will be resistance-- but I haven't worked myself up to it yet this morning. (BUt before you snap anything , Shadow, I am working on working up to it)

Good for you on the weight loss Bill !! Like Max always said, Work the plan and the plan works !

[Tyrone Bill]

Happy Ground Hog Day folks!

Early morning stretch and some leg raises. Later I will be moving around with my walker.

Karole thanks!

Shadow forgot to mention yeaterday that my doctor wants me to hold of on the bands til he gets the results of my nerve function test (not sure of the medical name for it). The test is Friday afternoon.

[Shadow]

Today I did 20 mins of arc trainer and 10 mins of rowing. I didn't do any lifting, just the endurance. I'm thinking of shuffling my routine around to shake things up, but I can't bear to just do cardio. How would you suggest I arrange my month?
If you go to an endurance routine (lighter wts, faster reps), that in and of itself is a big enough change from lifting for strength. Of course, this would also include lightening whatever tension/incline you're using on the cardio machines and just going lighter/faster on those too ;). You could even forgo the weight machines & try bands, medicine balls, stability ball, free weights or even non-weighted exercises like mini-squats/lunges, push ups, etc. The mini-squats/lunges shouldn't stress your knees but would be great for your legs. Or you could even focus on floor work for the legs if you felt so compelled.

It also occurred to me that last summer when I lost six pounds in a week, I had no exercise besides walking activity. You couldn't even call it cardio, because my knees kept me slow. I wonder if there's a connection.
If it's been since last summer since you took a "rest" week, then I definitely think one is in order :nod:! There is absolutely nothing wrong with resting the muscles for a week & not focusing on cardio. I'm not suggestion you do nothing but veg, ya know :razz: - walks are perfectly fine. But use the week to focus your mind and plan your next phase (be it endurance or something else). Your body will thank you :).

Mind you, if I thought the week off would derail you, I'd never suggest it :evil:! I DO expect you to get right back on the horse and ride again at the end of the week's rest, ya know!

And I see you're not reporting your lovin' either :eek:!

Re-edit: What about boxing? I really enjoy MMA Boxing and it's great for the upper body. With enough "oomph" in the punches/jabs, it is considered a low impact cardio form :).

[Shadow]

Treadmill, 30 mins, up to 10% incline, speed up to 5, went 1.81 miles and burned 286 calories.:D
Awesome job, Sheila :thumbsup:!!!!!

[Shadow]

Somehow I totally forgot to post here yesterday.
Hmmm - I thought I saw you! Maybe we were cyber posting in our minds :p!

I did do my stretching yesterday as well as some leg raises. I also got a good upper body workout wheeling around the VA hospital.
Good job :thumbsup:!
As yesterday was the first Monday of a new month. That means my doctors appointment and weighin.

I'm glad to report B/P was good and I dropped another 5 pounds. I feel pretty darn good.
Yahoo, Bill :D :D :D!!!!!!!!!!

Now - what was YOUR lovin' for the day????

[Shadow]

Probably spending most of the rest of the day sitting on the settee reading was it.
Sounds like good lovin' to me :D!

[Shadow]

Did myself a favor by deciding No resistance today.:)
Now Monty, skipping exercise is not true lovin', ya know :razz:! You need to think outside the box and do something you don't normally do ;).
Stretched this am and a RITP on the bike.
Good for you!
Will have to clear a little more snow out front for the UPS man, however.
I'm sure he'll appreciate it ;)!
We have another chance of snow tonight- global warming my a-- :eek:
Everything changes, dear Monty :slywink:.
Shadow - check out the lo tech ticker.
Did you make it to 180? Or is the middle number the one you're at now? (Sorry, even low tech is obviously a challenge for me :lol: )

[Shadow]

Awesome job on the exercise, Sheila :thumbsup:!!!!!

Now - where's the lovin' report??????

[Shadow]

Uh oh, forgot to report 15 min. on the elliptical so will do it now.

Today will be resistance-- but I haven't worked myself up to it yet this morning. (BUt before you snap anything , Shadow, I am working on working up to it)
That's good - but it's achieving the goal that counts, dear :razz: :lol: :p!

And how are YOU doing at lovin' yourself?????

[Shadow]

Happy Ground Hog Day folks!
Same to you - even if Phil is a party pooper :p!

Early morning stretch and some leg raises. Later I will be moving around with my walker.
Good job!

Shadow forgot to mention yeaterday that my doctor wants me to hold of on the bands til he gets the results of my nerve function test (not sure of the medical name for it). The test is Friday afternoon.
Sounds reasonable, Bill :). At least you're getting closer to the tests and - hopefully! - some answers!

[Needlewoman]

Rest day today, and my legs are letting me know about the sqats yesterday.

My indulgence today has been to do the second stage of trying to grow a house plant from an avocado stone. It split the outer skin during the first stage, so I have hopes.

[Shadow]

Rest day today, and my legs are letting me know about the sqats yesterday.
Good job, NW :D!

My indulgence today has been to do the second stage of trying to grow a house plant from an avocado stone. It split the outer skin during the first stage, so I have hopes.
Fingers crossed for you - AND the plant :p!

[Mitra]

I've done my exercise for the day. And am planning to spend the rest of the evening reading, then having a nice hot bath before bed.

[Mitra]

And as an extra treat for myself, I'm in the process of booking a yoga course in France in the summer.

[Shadow]

I've done my exercise for the day. And am planning to spend the rest of the evening reading, then having a nice hot bath before bed.
Sounds like a wonderful evening, Mitra :thumbsup:!!!!

And as an extra treat for myself, I'm in the process of booking a yoga course in France in the summer.
Oh - how fun :D :D :D :D :D!!!!

[cshelia]

I'm taking today as a rest day, my head is hurting, not bad, but it is, so I'm going to take a break. Although the job I had today, I walked about 4 miles in an 8 hr day, and it was fast paced, so maybe that will account for a little exercise.:rolleyes:

[Karole]

Ooooh Janet, I want to take up yoga !!! Or at least go to France.:)

Well, little miss, I'll have you know I did my resistance today--15 min. dvd with weights.

And to be good to myself --(what in the heck am I saying?):eek::eek::eek: I went to town and bought a set of three different sizes of weights 3-5-8 pounders and it comes with a cute little tier holder that can set out and not be in the way. Also has a training dvd with it and a chart to keep track of things. I haven't got a chance to see the dvd yet but will shortly.

(this will call for a majorly large set of gold stars , and I do hope you can dig them up--I know how you love to hoard them away from me):D

[Shadow]

I'm taking today as a rest day, my head is hurting, not bad, but it is, so I'm going to take a break. Although the job I had today, I walked about 4 miles in an 8 hr day, and it was fast paced, so maybe that will account for a little exercise.:rolleyes:
It always counts, Sheila :)! Sounds like you definitely need to find something to show yourself some lovin' today to get rid of that nasty headache ;)!

[Shadow]

Well, little miss, I'll have you know I did my resistance today--15 min. dvd with weights.
Well done, Karole :D!!!!!!!!!!!

And to be good to myself --(what in the heck am I saying?) I went to town and bought a set of three different sizes of weights 3-5-8 pounders and it comes with a cute little tier holder that can set out and not be in the way. Also has a training dvd with it and a chart to keep track of things. I haven't got a chance to see the dvd yet but will shortly.
Oh WOW!!!!!!!!!! That definitely got you the gold star of the day :thumbsup:!!!!

(this will call for a majorly large set of gold stars , and I do hope you can dig them up--I know how you love to hoard them away from me)
Let's not go too overboard until we hear about using them :razz: :lol: :p!

[Mal Lady]

Hi all!

I walked and walked yesterday as I went through to big grocery stores for over 5 hours. :eek: I looked at clothes, clearance aisle, healthy & beauty, new garden items, housewares, hardware, quilts and drapes, pet aisle, then, shopped for my groceries. My ankles are in soooo much pain. It feels like I'm walking on nubs.:( I also had to try and keep my feet and legs from going into charlie horses all last night. So, I didn't sleep well at all.!!!!

Good think is - I would call that a lot of exercise. Probably more than I have gotten in the last 2 months.!!!:o I just needed to get out of the house and get in change of scenery.:) Shopping clears my mind of business stress!

Everyone have a good evening!

Sharon

[Karole]

Let's not go too overboard until we hear about using them :razz: :lol: :p!


Shadow, Shadow, Shadow... you have to have trust (lots and lots of trust)

[gitfiddle]

If you go to an endurance routine (lighter wts, faster reps), that in and of itself is a big enough change from lifting for strength. I think I'll try that for the rest of this week, go back to lifting next week, and alternate for a while....or even non-weighted exercises like mini-squats/lunges, push ups, etc. The mini-squats/lunges shouldn't stress your knees but would be great for your legs. Or you could even focus on floor work for the legs if you felt so compelled.Body weight exercises are kind of handy. I've done wall push-ups for a while and then let them slide. I also find that doing my tai chi stretches just before bed helps with the leg cramp situation.


If it's been since last summer since you took a "rest" week, then I definitely think one is in order :nod:! Um, I've had two all year, imposed by vacations. There is absolutely nothing wrong with resting the muscles for a week & not focusing on cardio. I'm not suggestion you do nothing but veg, ya know :razz: - walks are perfectly fine. But use the week to focus your mind and plan your next phase (be it endurance or something else). Your body will thank you :).I will ponder on that, Shadow.

Mind you, if I thought the week off would derail you, I'd never suggest it :evil:! I DO expect you to get right back on the horse and ride again at the end of the week's rest, ya know!Well, I DO have a history of slacking off, you know! :paranoid: However, I like the feeling of rested muscles after a few days off.
What about boxing? I really enjoy MMA Boxing and it's great for the upper body. With enough "oomph" in the punches/jabs, it is considered a low impact cardio form :).Hey, that's really novel! I don't think my gym has the equipment, though. You must have a very wide range of interests!

Today was a rest day because of my Irish jam. Tomorrow I'll do another round of endurance with light weights. Thanks for the advice, girlfriend! :)

[Mitra]

Ooooh Janet, I want to take up yoga !!! Or at least go to France.:)

I must admit that some time in France was definitely a factor in the choice of course. My husband really prefers Italy, so I haven't been to France for ages. Something like this seemed like a good way for me to go without him. Maybe I'd better go and talk about this in ODAAT and not derail M&S too much!

[Needlewoman]

Checking in. My legs are still complaining about squats :( but it didn't stop me doing my upper body workout.

My treat was to order some fabric to make some better fitting summer tops, but I won't actually start them for a while in the hope that I can get away with a smaller size, at least round my backside.

[bpm]

Today in am
warm up stretching and medium bands and UB WO with heavy band consisting of chest, shoulders, upper and lower back, triceps and biceps. 2 exercises each except for back at slow pace.

[Shadow]

Hi all!
Sharon - I was beginning to think you were going to disappear on us again!

I walked and walked yesterday as I went through to big grocery stores for over 5 hours. I looked at clothes, clearance aisle, healthy & beauty, new garden items, housewares, hardware, quilts and drapes, pet aisle, then, shopped for my groceries. My ankles are in soooo much pain. It feels like I'm walking on nubs. I also had to try and keep my feet and legs from going into charlie horses all last night. So, I didn't sleep well at all.!!!!
Well no wonder :eek:! I'm afraid my brain would've had charlie horses too from being in a store that long :jawDrop:! But I hate shopping, so....

Good think is - I would call that a lot of exercise. Probably more than I have gotten in the last 2 months.!!!:o I just needed to get out of the house and get in change of scenery.:) Shopping clears my mind of business stress!
Somehow I think that's twisted psychology - it clears the business stress by putting you in excruciating pain :suspicious:???? Only you, Sharon :p :lol:!

[Shadow]

Shadow, Shadow, Shadow... you have to have trust (lots and lots of trust)
Uhh.... you know what they say about experience being the best teacher :razz: ;)?????? I'm not from Missouri, my dear, but you have to show me, anyway :evil: :lol:!

[Shadow]

I think I'll try that for the rest of this week, go back to lifting next week, and alternate for a while.Body weight exercises are kind of handy. I've done wall push-ups for a while and then let them slide. I also find that doing my tai chi stretches just before bed helps with the leg cramp situation.
See - sometimes we just have to think outside of the rut we've put ourselves in :nod:.


Um, I've had two all year, imposed by vacations. I will ponder on that, Shadow.
Honestly, for the first 10 years I exercised, I didn't take a break. But now that I'm wiser ;) I know that they won't stop the world from turning and my body & mind both appreciate the break now and again.

Well, I DO have a history of slacking off, you know!
I've not forgotten, grasshopper :lol:! But really - would you like for all the people here to see you being a slug :p?
However, I like the feeling of rested muscles after a few days off.
Me too!
Hey, that's really novel! I don't think my gym has the equipment, though. You must have a very wide range of interests!
No - just trying to get variety in where I can. For the boxing (and kickboxing, for that matter) I have no equipment either. I occasionally wear light ankle weights or weighted gloves for it but not always. If you put enough vigor into the punches & jabs, you don't really need them. You can always "shadow box" without equipment. You never know - you just might start a new trend :slywink:!

Tomorrow I'll do another round of endurance with light weights. Thanks for the advice, girlfriend! :)
Anytime :D!!!! You know how I love to offer advice -whether it's wanted/needed or not :tongue:!

[Shadow]

I must admit that some time in France was definitely a factor in the choice of course. My husband really prefers Italy, so I haven't been to France for ages. Something like this seemed like a good way for me to go without him. Maybe I'd better go and talk about this in ODAAT and not derail M&S too much!
Oh, I don't know, we like to be up on things, too ;).

[Shadow]

Checking in. My legs are still complaining about squats :( but it didn't stop me doing my upper body workout.
I would've been a bit disappointed if it had :lol:! Good job, NW :thumbsup:!

My treat was to order some fabric to make some better fitting summer tops, but I won't actually start them for a while in the hope that I can get away with a smaller size, at least round my backside.
What a wonderful treat :D!

[Shadow]

Today in am
warm up stretching and medium bands and UB WO with heavy band consisting of chest, shoulders, upper and lower back, triceps and biceps. 2 exercises each except for back at slow pace.
Way to go, Monty :D :thumbsup:!

[Karole]

Shadow, I know Carol has been hard at it for ages and ages (Go girl Go !) but still my eyes nearly bugged out of my head to see you say to take a break from exercise. I just didn't realize that word was in your vocabulary I guess. :D:D

I watched my new dvd for my weights and did them along with the gal, but I am sorely dissapointed in the dvd---she just demos the exercises a bit and then demos another one---leaving me to have to remember them and do them correctly all on my own.

I like to do it with them and see them sweat like I am. But oh well, I wrote them all down and will do the proper number of sets and reps she mentioned...but not til tomorrow as today was cardio day and I did 20 min. already on the elliptical. Today , just to please you, I did intervals on the elliptical to shake things up a bit.

[gitfiddle]

See - sometimes we just have to think outside of the rut we've put ourselves in :nod:.:suspicious: Hey, are you using my quote of the day against me here?


I've not forgotten, grasshopper :lol:! But really - would you like for all the people here to see you being a slug :p?
When I'm being a slug, I have no pride! :o

If you put enough vigor into the punches & jabs, you don't really need them. You can always "shadow box" without equipment.
Way cool! I never thought about that! There should be some form to it though, right?
You know how I love to offer advice -whether it's wanted/needed or not !I also know I need to take it if I know what's good for me. ;)

...but still my eyes nearly bugged out of my head to see you say to take a break from exercise. I just didn't realize that word was in your vocabulary I guess.Karole, just don't forget to whom she was directing that remark. :tongue: I think she forgot to whisper! :rolleyes:

[Mitra]

Oh, I don't know, we like to be up on things, too ;).

You could always drop in on ODAAT ;).

I've done today's exercise. I think I'll go for another evening with my book - am I allowed to have the same treat every day?

[Ammy]

I watched my new dvd for my weights and did them along with the gal, but I am sorely dissapointed in the dvd---she just demos the exercises a bit and then demos another one---leaving me to have to remember them and do them correctly all on my own.

Karole, I hear you...when I do that I watch their example, then hit PAUSE and do the exercises because I won't remember them either.


Uh oh...shoot, I accidentally posted in M&S!! Now Shadow is going to expect me to exercise....*sigh*

I have been thinking I would walk at the mall tonight, now I will HAVE to...

I mean...:o...I WANT to walk at the mall tonight and NOTHING is going to stop me!!! :o :paranoid: :D

(has anyone see ZaShadow lurking??)

[Mal Lady]

Sharon - I was beginning to think you were going to disappear on us again!


Well no wonder :eek:! I'm afraid my brain would've had charlie horses too from being in a store that long :jawDrop:! But I hate shopping, so....


Somehow I think that's twisted psychology - it clears the business stress by putting you in excruciating pain :suspicious:???? Only you, Sharon :p :lol:!

Actually, I usually hate shopping also - especially groceries. It's when I have the luxury of just browsing the things I LIKE to look at that it is fun. So, it definitely got my thoughts off of business!!!:D Yes, leave it to me to over due it. All gung-ho and pay the price later!:rolleyes: But, I did get off the water I was holding. It figures! But, today, my ankles are a lot better so, I'm gonna pop the DVD in and get through as much of it as I can.

Sharon

[Karole]

Karole, I hear you...when I do that I watch their example, then hit PAUSE and do the exercises because I won't remember them either.

Now why didn't I think of pause !! That will work til I can make sure I remember it all. Thanks Ams !!

(I believe she's always lurking !)

[Karole]

Karole, just don't forget to whom she was directing that remark. :tongue: I think she forgot to whisper! :rolleyes:

Yeah, I definitely know she didn't mean me. :D

[Karole]

When I'm being a slug, I have no pride! :o


Say you're a grasshopper after my own heart !!

[bpm]

Oh Yeah Amy, you're in deep doodoo:D

[Shadow]

Shadow, I know Carol has been hard at it for ages and ages (Go girl Go !) but still my eyes nearly bugged out of my head to see you say to take a break from exercise. I just didn't realize that word was in your vocabulary I guess.
Trust me, YOU won't see me recommending that anytime soon :lol: :p :razz:!!!!
I watched my new dvd for my weights and did them along with the gal, but I am sorely dissapointed in the dvd---she just demos the exercises a bit and then demos another one---leaving me to have to remember them and do them correctly all on my own.
Bummer :(! But hopefully the different exercises & weights will inspire you to either get another video or do some free-style lifting ;)!

I like to do it with them and see them sweat like I am. But oh well, I wrote them all down and will do the proper number of sets and reps she mentioned...but not til tomorrow as today was cardio day and I did 20 min. already on the elliptical. Today , just to please you, I did intervals on the elliptical to shake things up a bit.
Good for you :thumbsup:! I do know what you mean, though - I want to see others suffering right along with me ;)!

[Shadow]

Hey, are you using my quote of the day against me here?
Nah - just pointing out what you obviously already knew :p!

When I'm being a slug, I have no pride!
You would have no rest, either, from the hounding we'd all give you :evil:!
Way cool! I never thought about that! There should be some form to it though, right?
If I were you, I would do just basic jabs, cross jabs, hooks & upper cuts. Very basic, very easy - and with good music, very fun :D!
I also know I need to take it if I know what's good for me.
Ah - now if I could just have you explain that to the people around me :lol:!
Karole, just don't forget to whom she was directing that remark. I think she forgot to whisper!
Believe me, I am not even going to whisper that word to Karole :eek:!

[Shadow]

You could always drop in on ODAAT
I kinda doubt you'll see me there anytime soon ;). Nothing personal - just not my corner of the world :p.

I've done today's exercise. I think I'll go for another evening with my book - am I allowed to have the same treat every day?
If that's what you enjoy, absolutely :D!

You know, I think you and NW are the only ones doing daily lovin'. Hmmm - maybe somehow that part of the challenge got lost crossing the Atlantic :tongue:!

[Shadow]

Uh oh...shoot, I accidentally posted in M&S!! Now Shadow is going to expect me to exercise....*sigh*
You know - I was going to come looking for you soon :evil:! You should know you can run - but you can't hide!

I have been thinking I would walk at the mall tonight, now I will HAVE to...
That would be a great thing to do, Amy, now that you've mentioned it :rolleyes:!

I mean...:o...I WANT to walk at the mall tonight and NOTHING is going to stop me!!!
That sounds a bit more like it :thumbsup:!

(has anyone see ZaShadow lurking??)
I am always watching and you will hopefully soon remember that :peeved:!

[Shadow]

It's when I have the luxury of just browsing the things I LIKE to look at that it is fun.
Maybe that's my problem - I never have extra time to browse. It's grab and go for me :rolleyes:.
Yes, leave it to me to over due it. All gung-ho and pay the price later!
I think I've seen that a time or two before this ;).
But, today, my ankles are a lot better so, I'm gonna pop the DVD in and get through as much of it as I can.
I am so glad those ankles are feeling better and you're going to pop that DVD in! Just don't get too carried away again today, okay :p?

[Shadow]

(I believe she's always lurking !)
What else can I do when I have to keep such a close watch on you :suspicious:?

[Shadow]

Oh Yeah Amy, you're in deep doodoo:D
Unfortunately, she's a slow learner, Monty :rolleyes: ;)!

[cshelia]

Hey just checking in. I feel a lot better today, but I'm not going to exercise today. I think I need to rest my body a little more and try to kick this stuff once and for all. It depends on what I feel like tomorrow, but I should be right back to it by then.:D

[gitfiddle]

I did a combination of arc trainer, rower and bicycle today. I had a lot of leg cramps last night, possibly from standing on cement for a couple of hours, and I wanted to work those babies so they (and I) will sleep tonight. Wish me luck! :rolleyes:

[Ammy]

Walked for 30 minutes,then pushed the snowblower (which was quite a workout!!).

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi all! The day just slipped right by me. I was busy with several projects. Working on meal plans to name one.


I did do my morning stretching and spent some time on my feet, with the aid of my walker.

[Needlewoman]

Rest day from resistance today! Do I enjoy writing that :lol: But I have done a bonus 10 minutes on my exercise bike.

Have no yet idea what I shall do for a special treat. Since I am lucky enough not to have to go work any more, being able to potter around largely pleasing myself as to what I do and when is a continual treat in itself.

[Claudette]

Hi, have been MIA posting, but have been exercising each day this week.;)

Today, body flex aerobic/toning tape, callanetics for abd/waist 15 minutes from her book. Tonight, if still raining, 15 minutes or however I can go on the mini-trampoline.

Colleague told me yesterday to buy new smaller lab coats, (I had mine off) as she said, "wow, you are losing inches or weight or something, those big lab coats don't do you justice!".
It is always nice when others notice! :)

Have a great day, all.

[bpm]

For my treat to myself today will be lunch with DW and she is paying (at a favorite spot). That is what I call being knid to myself.
This AM 10 minutes on elliptical with HIIT.....warmup and breathwork every morning so I will no longer report them.
Needle, you win with the first to report..... do you not sleep anymore??

[Needlewoman]

Needle, you win with the first to report..... do you not sleep anymore??
Monty I have a bit of an advantage as the UK is 5 hours ahead of Maryland. Your post was timed at 1.34pm here.

[Karole]

Way to go Claudette !! So very nice when someone notices and lets you know, isn't it !!! I'd take the advice ---nothing like new clothing to perk things up.

Okay, reporting in that I have already bit the bullet for the day. I used my new weights and as per Ammy's advice I watched the dvd then shut it off as I did that exercise then turned it back on so I could watch her do the next one and repeat it. It took 20 min. to complete counting the stretching too. I think that will work very nicely. Not as well as it would if she would have done the complete routine with me, but perhaps I will find one that does that. I have one that does that but it has a lot of cardio built in and not as much of the true weights.

Anyhoo, I got 'er done for the day and now can concentrate on helping my dh put up my new vertical blinds which arrived yesterday. We put one window up yesterday and have one more to go. I think I am really going to like these things. I've waited about 4 years for them so I did exercise patience there---for which I know I will get no credit what so ever from Shadow. I will get some lower body exercise helping put them up however, as I was up and down off the chair several times yesterday helping to hold it up and etc. So I do expect credit there.:D:D

[Ammy]

I've waited about 4 years for them so I did exercise patience there---for which I know I will get no credit what so ever from Shadow.

Man, that's SOOOOooo unfair!!!

*I* give you credit Karole!! :nod:

[Mal Lady]

My exercise didn't go as well as I had planned last night.:( I got through about 10 minutes and my hip started to hurt so bad I had to stop. I think when my left ankle hurts so much I put more stress on my right hip - and with the spurs in the spine - it was just to excruciating to go on.:o

So, I will just work back into it as much as possible and add more stretching as a warm up and cool down with as much as I can on the aerobics.

So, that is my plan for later today. But, I am not giving up.

Sharon

[Shadow]

Hey just checking in. I feel a lot better today, but I'm not going to exercise today. I think I need to rest my body a little more and try to kick this stuff once and for all.
I think that's a great idea, Sheila :nod:!

[Shadow]

I did a combination of arc trainer, rower and bicycle today.
Awesome :thumbsup:!
I had a lot of leg cramps last night, possibly from standing on cement for a couple of hours, and I wanted to work those babies so they (and I) will sleep tonight.
Cement is not good :(!
Wish me luck!
Hope it worked, dear friend!!!!!!!

[Shadow]

Walked for 30 minutes,then pushed the snowblower (which was quite a workout!!).
Yeah, Amy :thumbsup:! Now don't you feel better :razz:?

[Shadow]

Hi all! The day just slipped right by me. I was busy with several projects. Working on meal plans to name one.
Hey, Bill, I was wondering where you were :)! But since food is my first love, I can understand the distraction ;)!

I did do my morning stretching and spent some time on my feet, with the aid of my walker.
That's awesome, Bill :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

Rest day from resistance today! Do I enjoy writing that But I have done a bonus 10 minutes on my exercise bike.
Good for you, NW :D! I'm not sure I'm happy knowing you enjoy reporting a day off from it, though :p!

Have no yet idea what I shall do for a special treat. Since I am lucky enough not to have to go work any more, being able to potter around largely pleasing myself as to what I do and when is a continual treat in itself.
Ah... you lucky gal, you!!!!! But when I wasn't working, I'm afraid my love was cooking & baking and that was NOT good - especially since it was in my pre-PP days :eek:!

[Shadow]

Hi, have been MIA posting, but have been exercising each day this week.
I had no doubt, Claudette :D!

Today, body flex aerobic/toning tape, callanetics for abd/waist 15 minutes from her book. Tonight, if still raining, 15 minutes or however I can go on the mini-trampoline.
Sounds great :thumbsup:!

Colleague told me yesterday to buy new smaller lab coats, (I had mine off) as she said, "wow, you are losing inches or weight or something, those big lab coats don't do you justice!".
It is always nice when others notice!
How awesome :D :D :D!

[Shadow]

For my treat to myself today will be lunch with DW and she is paying (at a favorite spot). That is what I call being knid to myself.
No kidding :lol: :p! How sweet of DW - I hope you appreciate her ;)!
This AM 10 minutes on elliptical with HIIT.....warmup and breathwork every morning so I will no longer report them.
Hmmmm - dare we trust you :suspicious:?

[Shadow]

Okay, reporting in that I have already bit the bullet for the day. I used my new weights and as per Ammy's advice I watched the dvd then shut it off as I did that exercise then turned it back on so I could watch her do the next one and repeat it. It took 20 min. to complete counting the stretching too.
I am so proud of you, Karole :D :D :D!
I think that will work very nicely. Not as well as it would if she would have done the complete routine with me, but perhaps I will find one that does that. I have one that does that but it has a lot of cardio built in and not as much of the true weights.
I think the next lovin' dose - which should be today ;) - should be to order a new workout with just resistance :nod:. You can always browse, anyway :p. I just love watching the previews at Collage Video.


Anyhoo, I got 'er done for the day and now can concentrate on helping my dh put up my new vertical blinds which arrived yesterday. We put one window up yesterday and have one more to go. I think I am really going to like these things. I've waited about 4 years for them so I did exercise patience there---for which I know I will get no credit what so ever from Shadow.
Of course you will, silly woman. Not for exercise, but for patience, especially since I have none :lol:!
I will get some lower body exercise helping put them up however, as I was up and down off the chair several times yesterday helping to hold it up and etc. So I do expect credit there.
Boy, what a demanding person you can be :slywink:!

[Shadow]

Man, that's SOOOOooo unfair!!!
Now, now, Amy - Karole needs no help in rebelling, trust me :eek:! Besides, YOU don't want to take her place on the "naughty" list, do you :evil:?
*I* give you credit Karole!!
Why do the trouble makers always stick together :rolleyes:??????

[Shadow]

My exercise didn't go as well as I had planned last night.:( I got through about 10 minutes and my hip started to hurt so bad I had to stop. I think when my left ankle hurts so much I put more stress on my right hip - and with the spurs in the spine - it was just to excruciating to go on.:o
Pushing when you're in pain is never good, Sharon, so I am glad you stopped :nod:. Feeling a workout is one thing - suffering is another. The days of the Jane Fonda view are long gone ;).

So, I will just work back into it as much as possible and add more stretching as a warm up and cool down with as much as I can on the aerobics.
I think that sounds very wise! But you always need to be warm before you stretch, okay :)?

So, that is my plan for later today. But, I am not giving up.
As well you shouldn't :slywink:.

[Ammy]

Now, now, Amy - Karole needs no help in rebelling, trust me :eek:! Besides, YOU don't want to take her place on the "naughty" list, do you :evil:?


Wait...you mean I'm currently NOT ON the naughty list????!!!!!

WOOT!!!

[Karole]

I want some company !!! Get back here Ammy and Monty and Mitra !:(;)

Whew am I pooped, we just finished the last of the blinds and um mmmm they do look good and eliminate the glare on the tv set too. Love them.

But, my back is now hurting---don't know if it was the new weight routine or just to much going on with the installation. A nice hot bath is in order !!

Did I ever mention I hate winter??? Well, it is snowing again !:mad::mad::(:peeved:

[bpm]

want some company !!! Get back here Ammy and Monty and Mitra !:(;)
Karole, I'll give you all the support I can but, am not going on the Shadow naughty list again. For that u are on your own.
We've got your storm headed this way and I hate winter also.

[Mitra]

I want some company !!! Get back here Ammy and Monty and Mitra !:(;)

I can't possibly be on the naughty list! I've been good for weeks :rolleyes:. Maybe next week :D.

[Shadow]

Wait...you mean I'm currently NOT ON the naughty list????!!!!!

WOOT!!!
Don't get too excited - you're right on the edge :razz: :evil: ;)!

[Shadow]

I want some company !!! Get back here Ammy and Monty and Mitra !:(;)
There'd be a lot more room on the list for them if your name didn't appear so often :p!

Whew am I pooped, we just finished the last of the blinds and um mmmm they do look good and eliminate the glare on the tv set too. Love them.
Awesome!

But, my back is now hurting---don't know if it was the new weight routine or just to much going on with the installation. A nice hot bath is in order !!
And don't forget to do some gentle stretches :).

Did I ever mention I hate winter??? Well, it is snowing again !
I think we kinda knew you weren't impressed with it :slywink:.

[Shadow]

Karole, I'll give you all the support I can but, am not going on the Shadow naughty list again. For that u are on your own.
Wise man, Monty ;)!
We've got your storm headed this way and I hate winter also.
Hope you don't get the same as you did the last time, Monty :eek:!

[Shadow]

I can't possibly be on the naughty list! I've been good for weeks :rolleyes:.
:suspicious:
Maybe next week :D.
That's more like it :lol:!

[Ammy]

Don't get too excited - you're right on the edge :razz: :evil: ;)!

Teetering on the edge?? That's a BALANCE exercise right?



:razz: :evil:

[Shadow]

Teetering on the edge?? That's a BALANCE exercise right?
:lol: :lol: :lol:!

You're as bad as Karole :p! But I will give you credit for recognizing balance is important ;)!

[cshelia]

Treadmill, 30 mins, up to 9% incline, speed up to 6, went 1.84 miles and burned 287 calories.:D

[Shadow]

Treadmill, 30 mins, up to 9% incline, speed up to 6, went 1.84 miles and burned 287 calories.:D
Good job, Sheila :thumbsup:! Does that mean you're feeling better :)?

[cshelia]

Good job, Sheila :thumbsup:! Does that mean you're feeling better :)?

A whole lot better, thanks for asking Shadow. It felt good to exercise and be able to breathe at the same time. I felt really good after the workout too:D Glad to be back

[gitfiddle]

You people are having WAY too much fun today! ;) Today was a rest day and, since I've managed to find another cold, tomorrow may be as well.

[Tyrone Bill]

Good evening all!

I had a pretty good day! I started it out with some light morning stretching. Then later in the afternoon Toni arrived for my weekly stretching and massage session.

Tomorrow I get to play the role of pincushion.

[Ammy]

I worked at the feline rescue tonight, so about an hour of bending and reaching and squatting.
Then I had 30minutes alone with Frasier (one of the kitties). He climbed onto my lap and insisted I pet him...for 30 minutes!!! that's quite an arm workout!
It was wonderful.

When I got home I shoveled. Well, more like I pushed snow. It kept me moving but wasn't back breaking work.

[Needlewoman]

I have done my lower body squats, and done another 10 minutes on my exercise bike.

I've got a horrible feeling that I am beginning to like this, and Karole will stop speaking to me ;)

[Shadow]

A whole lot better, thanks for asking Shadow.
That's great, Sheila :thumbsup:!
It felt good to exercise and be able to breathe at the same time.
Funny how that is :lol:!
I felt really good after the workout too Glad to be back
And it's good to see you back in full form :D!

[Shadow]

You people are having WAY too much fun today! ;) Today was a rest day and, since I've managed to find another cold, tomorrow may be as well.
Get well soon, my friend :)!

[Shadow]

Good evening all!

I had a pretty good day! I started it out with some light morning stretching. Then later in the afternoon Toni arrived for my weekly stretching and massage session.
Ah yes - the usual Thursday fun, huh ;)?

Tomorrow I get to play the role of pincushion.
Good luck, Bill!!!! My fingers are crossed that the tests show something helpful :nod:!!

[Shadow]

I worked at the feline rescue tonight, so about an hour of bending and reaching and squatting.
Very good, Amy :thumbsup:!
Then I had 30minutes alone with Frasier (one of the kitties). He climbed onto my lap and insisted I pet him...for 30 minutes!!! that's quite an arm workout!
It was wonderful.
Ah - how sweet :)!

When I got home I shoveled. Well, more like I pushed snow. It kept me moving but wasn't back breaking work.
At least it was something besides plopping on the couch ;)!

[Shadow]

I have done my lower body squats, and done another 10 minutes on my exercise bike.
Way to go, NW :thumbups:!

I've got a horrible feeling that I am beginning to like this, and Karole will stop speaking to me ;)
ROTFL :lol: :lol: :lol:!!!!!!!

[Karole]

((((Carol)))) I hope you get to feeling better soon !! I think you are wise to curtail your exercises til you are up to par.

All seriousness aside, :rolleyes: I just hate it when I am forced to stop my athletic endeavors in any way. It makes me downright mad if I have to give up my resistance routines even for one single day !!:mad::D:D:D:D

Back to serious... I did 20 min. on the elliptical this morning and did the interval thingey again. It actually makes the time go a little faster when I do the intervals. I got to the 20 min. mark and it only felt like...well 20 min. !

[bpm]

12 minutes on bike and I intend to do some res band work - DW and I went out to breakfast (had to get out as we might be stuck until Monday w the snow) so I did not get it done first thing.
It seems like one of our group gets well and another gets sick. Maybe we are working out too much :jawDrop::lol:

[Karole]

It seems like one of our group gets well and another gets sick. Maybe we are working out too much :jawDrop::lol:


Heh, heh, waaaay to go there !!:D:D:D

[Shadow]

All seriousness aside, I just hate it when I am forced to stop my athletic endeavors in any way. It makes me downright mad if I have to give up my resistance routines even for one single day !!
Good thing I know you're joking or I'd fall off my chair :p!

Back to serious... I did 20 min. on the elliptical this morning and did the interval thingey again. It actually makes the time go a little faster when I do the intervals. I got to the 20 min. mark and it only felt like...well 20 min. !
:lol:! Good girl :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

12 minutes on bike and I intend to do some res band work - DW and I went out to breakfast (had to get out as we might be stuck until Monday w the snow) so I did not get it done first thing.
Glad you got it done, Monty! I had no doubts ;). Look at it this way - doing your workout at a different time of day is a great & easy way to get a change into your routine :D!
It seems like one of our group gets well and another gets sick. Maybe we are working out too much
:suspicious: :rolleyes:!!!!

[Shadow]

Heh, heh, waaaay to go there !!:D:D:D
Shouldn't you be learning those resistance exercises :razz:??????

[gitfiddle]

I rested again today. :p I hab a code id by dose.

[Tyrone Bill]

Friday was a good day. I started out with some vigorous stretching, which I'll probably pay for with some sore joints. I'm hoding of on my attempts at walking. Doys gone for the weekend and with my balance problems I don't want to fall and injure my self with noone around.

[Karole]

Don't blame you Bill, no point in tempting fate.

I just finished my exercise routine for the day. I am fully aware of my muscles at the moment--they feel like jello. I dragged out my Over 50 dvd which makes you do a full body work out. I figured I needed to do lower body work as I haven't done much in a while. Took me 40 min. to complete all of them......off to find the couch !!

[Ammy]

Carol...you crack me up!! That's was funny!!

Did I write my mall walking in the wrong place? I don't see it here.

I walked the mall on Friday night...30 minutes, working on the muscles my PT said I am NOT using, but NEED to be using so my knees stop hurting!

[Tyrone Bill]

Early morning stretch and some leg raises.

I gotta say that test I went through yesterday was quite an experience. Thin needles similar to acupuncture needles were inserted at various locations from shoulders to toes. Small charges of electricity was applied to the needles at various points. Strange sensation to say the least! When I jokingly preferred to becoming a pincushion...well I wasn't far off! He said there appears to be reaction delay in some areas. He has to review the results further!

[Needlewoman]

Bill, I didn't say anything before because I didn't want to make you anxious in any way, but I have had that, or a similar test, done to my right leg, and I hated it. After the first few I tensed up because I knew the shock would be coming. Whoever was doing it kept yelling at me to relax, but I just couldn't :(:(

[Tyrone Bill]

I didn't have much trouble with it. I just closed my eyes and stayed as relaxed as I could. It was a bit of a 'shocker' when that first little charge was applied!

[Shadow]

I rested again today. :p I hab a code id by dose.
"Sounds" like you needed the rest :lol:!

[Shadow]

Friday was a good day. I started out with some vigorous stretching, which I'll probably pay for with some sore joints. I'm hoding of on my attempts at walking. Doys gone for the weekend and with my balance problems I don't want to fall and injure my self with noone around.
Wise decision, Bill :nod:! Safety always comes first :)!

Early morning stretch and some leg raises.

I gotta say that test I went through yesterday was quite an experience. Thin needles similar to acupuncture needles were inserted at various locations from shoulders to toes. Small charges of electricity was applied to the needles at various points. Strange sensation to say the least! When I jokingly preferred to becoming a pincushion...well I wasn't far off! He said there appears to be reaction delay in some areas. He has to review the results further!
Guess you know what the expression "tingling all over" means, huh :rolleyes:. Hopefully knowing this - and whatever else the doc learns - will actually help somehow!

I didn't have much trouble with it. I just closed my eyes and stayed as relaxed as I could. It was a bit of a 'shocker' when that first little charge was applied!
Cute, Bill :p!

[Shadow]

I just finished my exercise routine for the day. I am fully aware of my muscles at the moment--they feel like jello.
Awesome :D!
I dragged out my Over 50 dvd which makes you do a full body work out. I figured I needed to do lower body work as I haven't done much in a while. Took me 40 min. to complete all of them......off to find the couch !!
Good job, Karole :D!!!!!!!!

[Shadow]

Did I write my mall walking in the wrong place? I don't see it here.
You know how those computer gremlins are :razz:!

I walked the mall on Friday night...30 minutes, working on the muscles my PT said I am NOT using, but NEED to be using so my knees stop hurting!
Awesome, Amy :thumbsup:!!!!!!!

[Shadow]

Whoever was doing it kept yelling at me to relax, but I just couldn't
Well, I'm sure THAT helped matters :rolleyes:!