Movers & Shakers - Feb 14 - 20

[Shadow]

Well, since all of you are being awfully slow on the uptake (except for our British friends), and we're already mid-month without people catching on, this week you get NO credit for exercising unless you report on how you loved yourself that day :evil:.

Really, gang, it's not that hard, now is it :confused: :rolleyes:????????

[Shadow]

Ah ha - you're all afraid to report in now, aren't you :razz:?????

I certainly hope all of you aren't going to end up on the naughty list :eek:!

[bpm]

your'e on your own Dearest

[Mitra]

I probably won't be reporting in for the next few days while we have visitors. But I'll still be feeling the fear :paranoid:.

[Needlewoman]

This week will be lower body twice (do NOT like doing squats :mad: ) and upper body once. I am going to do more stationary cycling as well as the weather is still iffy, but I would rather get out and about if I can.

My thing 'for me' will mainly be reading PPLP for the first time. I started with a used copy of PP, but now I want to see what developments and improvements I should be making to my eating plan. I shall also try to get down to some sewing related activities, preparing the way for when I judge the time to be right for making my new summer wardrobe.

[Karole]

Happy Valentines day all !! Don't for get to really love yourself today or the Shadow will be mad !! I'm going to sew a bit and read a bit .

Needle, I really like PPLP and reread it or bits of it quite often.

Well, as I said in another post , yesterday I did no exercise (other than a lot of housework) so I suppose even tho today is Valentines day the Shadow will be expecting me to do something. So I probably will.:tongue:

[Shadow]

your'e on your own Dearest
Does this mean you're not going to join us, Monty :crybaby:?????? Is it that hard to love yourself each day :eek:???????

Oh yeah - that's right - you're going to FL on us!!!! Have a WONDERFUL trip, Monty dear, and try to keep it moving every day, okay :razz:????

[Shadow]

I probably won't be reporting in for the next few days while we have visitors. But I'll still be feeling the fear :paranoid:.
Okay, I'll keep in mind you do have a reason for not reporting in ;). But I would appreciate an update when the company is gone, okay :)?

[Shadow]

This week will be lower body twice (do NOT like doing squats :mad: ) and upper body once. I am going to do more stationary cycling as well as the weather is still iffy, but I would rather get out and about if I can.
Out and about is great, NW, but the cycling is a good sub - and even gives your body a change ;). As for the squats, I know of no one who actually LIKES them :lol:! We just do them because they're good for us :p!

My thing 'for me' will mainly be reading PPLP for the first time.
Now THAT is definitely showing yourself some love :thumbsup:!
I started with a used copy of PP, but now I want to see what developments and improvements I should be making to my eating plan. I shall also try to get down to some sewing related activities, preparing the way for when I judge the time to be right for making my new summer wardrobe.
Well done, NW :D!!!!!!!!

[Shadow]

Happy Valentines day all !! Don't for get to really love yourself today or the Shadow will be mad !! I'm going to sew a bit and read a bit .
Good for you, Karole :D! I'm glad someone on our side can be good to themselves :razz:!

Well, as I said in another post , yesterday I did no exercise (other than a lot of housework) so I suppose even tho today is Valentines day the Shadow will be expecting me to do something. So I probably will.:tongue:
That would be a marvelous idea, Karole ;)!

[Ammy]

No exercise today. Too cold last night...couldn't sleep. I feel just wasted!

[jilly27]

I posted in the wrong place again. :lol: Seem to have trouble looking at the date.

Anyway here's my earlier post.

My first trip to the gym today! Not a lot I can do but what little I did felt great! :D And I always enjoy bossing DS around. She deserves it, she didn't go to the gym at all without me. :peeved:

After working out we went for brunch, so that definitely counts for the "be good to myself" part. I'll probably have a bath later too.

I'm really feeling quite good today, not sure what tomorrow will bring though. :rolleyes:

Jilly

[gitfiddle]

I didn't do much in the way of exercise this weekend. I did practice squats, but in baby steps, as agreed. :)

[Needlewoman]

I've done 10 squats with a shorter length of tube, and 12 minutes on my excercise bike. I may also do some more squats later when I have viewed the video again to make sure that I am doing them properly. I'm hoping to go to the library this afternoon if the weather stays as it is, so do not want my legs aching too much before that.

I read a chapter of PPLP whilst drinking my coffee as DH messed about in the bathroom :eek: (I always thought it was teenage girls who took ages in there :D) so I'm pretty much on target, and I'm now going to get on with the rest of my life - you know the one we are supposedly doing all this for ;);)

[Karole]

I did a whopping 5 min. on the elliptical Sunday. Isn't that pitiful?? That doesn't need an answer Shadow...

But on the bright side I was good to myself and did a little sewing that I wanted to do and I read a little bit so all was not lost.

I will make up for it today.

[bpm]

The bike will have to do today- maybe 15 minutes. ...slipped on the ice and gave myself a minor whiplash so no resistance today (except in my mind).
Karole, I tried the elliptical yesterday also- didn't get much more done than you did. Some days just are not suitable for exercise. Right Shadow???:D

[Karole]

Amen, brother, amen. There are those days !!

So sorry to hear about your slip. Hope you are feeling better soon. Ice can be so treacherous (sp)? Take care.

Shadow I did a full 20 min. on the elliptical this morning so ---much better than yesterday. Will do more if I get cold (and I will) It is only 20 or so here today and we are getting our snow after all, but it doesn't seem to be in a hurry to stick.

[Shadow]

No exercise today. Too cold last night...couldn't sleep. I feel just wasted!
(((Amy)))! Get well soon!

[Shadow]

I posted in the wrong place again. :lol: Seem to have trouble looking at the date.
And I answered you when I knew what dates I was looking at :rolleyes:! But I won't bore you and repeat comments - suffice it to say, it's great to hear from you, Jilly, and know you're doing well :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

I didn't do much in the way of exercise this weekend. I did practice squats, but in baby steps, as agreed. :)
Well done, grasshopper :D!

[Shadow]

I've done 10 squats with a shorter length of tube, and 12 minutes on my excercise bike.
Good job, NW!
I may also do some more squats later when I have viewed the video again to make sure that I am doing them properly.
Form is everything :nod:!
I read a chapter of PPLP whilst drinking my coffee as DH messed about in the bathroom :eek: (I always thought it was teenage girls who took ages in there :D) so I'm pretty much on target, and I'm now going to get on with the rest of my life - you know the one we are supposedly doing all this for ;);)
Good girl :lol:!

[gitfiddle]

I'm packed for the gym today, then it's a trip to the chiro. Nothing major, just a minor pinch in my neck that I can't work out.

[Shadow]

I did a whopping 5 min. on the elliptical Sunday. Isn't that pitiful?? That doesn't need an answer Shadow...
Glad to hear it :razz:!

But on the bright side I was good to myself and did a little sewing that I wanted to do and I read a little bit so all was not lost.
Good for you, Karole :D!

I will make up for it today.
As well you should :evil:!

[Shadow]

The bike will have to do today- maybe 15 minutes. ...slipped on the ice and gave myself a minor whiplash so no resistance today (except in my mind).
Oh Monty - that is not the kinda moving you're supposed to be doing :eek:! Take care of yourself!!!!
Karole, I tried the elliptical yesterday also- didn't get much more done than you did. Some days just are not suitable for exercise. Right Shadow???:D
Right, Monty :nod:!

[Shadow]

Shadow I did a full 20 min. on the elliptical this morning so ---much better than yesterday. Will do more if I get cold (and I will) It is only 20 or so here today and we are getting our snow after all, but it doesn't seem to be in a hurry to stick.
Well done, Karole :thumbsup: :D!

[Shadow]

I'm packed for the gym today, then it's a trip to the chiro. Nothing major, just a minor pinch in my neck that I can't work out.
Sounds like a great day, Carol :D! Now that's good lovin' ;)!

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi everybody!

This morning I started out with some stretching concentrating mostly on lower body and back. I then did my total body Dynanmic Tension exercises. I put a lot into the D.T. Routine now I wait to see how sore I'll be tomorrow!

[Shadow]

Hi everybody!

This morning I started out with some stretching concentrating mostly on lower body and back. I then did my total body Dynanmic Tension exercises. I put a lot into the D.T. Routine now I wait to see how sore I'll be tomorrow!
Hopefully it will hurt so good, Bill :D :thumbsup:!

[Parisienne]

I was nice to myself and did M&S for two days in a row! - how do you like it, dear Shadow;):lol:? Well, I enjoy studying English and American literature and civilisation (especially periods without papers to write and exams) so it seems that I am kind to myself to do what I do:).

Sunday - lower body (10 mins) + abs (10 mins)
Monday - cardio (20 min) + stretch with band (10 mins)

[Shadow]

I was nice to myself and did M&S for two days in a row! - how do you like it, dear Shadow?
Well done, Adina! I was beginning to think you were lost again :razz:!
Well, I enjoy studying English and American literature and civilisation (especially periods without papers to write and exams) so it seems that I am kind to myself to do what I do.
Works for me :thumbsup:!

[Mitra]

I haven't managed any formal exercise today, and I think I've caught a cold from one of our visitors. The little ones are in bed now, and the other grown ups are watching a film. I'm balancing Adina's studies by reading French authors. I've just started Le tour du monde en 80 jours, which is not too demanding for reading in odd moments here and there (though my French is not nearly as good as Adina's English).

[Shadow]

I haven't managed any formal exercise today, and I think I've caught a cold from one of our visitors.
Oh my - of all things to share :eek:! If you can, take care of yourself, Mitra!!! The little ones are in bed now, and the other grown ups are watching a film.
Sounds like YOU should be getting some rest, too :)!
I'm balancing Adina's studies by reading French authors. I've just started Le tour du monde en 80 jours, which is not too demanding for reading in odd moments here and there (though my French is not nearly as good as Adina's English).
Good for you, Mitra :thumbsup:!!!! You and Adina are both very adventuresome to tackle such studies!

Get well soon - and thanks for checking in :D!!!

[gitfiddle]

Aha! My middle-school French translated that easily, Mitra! No wonder I can't make progress with Spanish. :p

Shadow, I did the full routine at the gym tonight and I feel great. I believe I'll just do cardio-ish things (maybe HIIT?) tomorrow and lift again on Thursday.

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi everybody!

This morning I started the day with some good vigrous stretching. And my Dynamic Tension workout from yesterday has me feeling like I hit the weights. Sore! Sore! Sore!

Everybody have a good day!

[Shadow]

Shadow, I did the full routine at the gym tonight and I feel great.
That's awesome, Carol :thumbsup:!
I believe I'll just do cardio-ish things (maybe HIIT?) tomorrow and lift again on Thursday.
Sounds like a good plan :nod:!

[Shadow]

This morning I started the day with some good vigrous stretching. And my Dynamic Tension workout from yesterday has me feeling like I hit the weights. Sore! Sore! Sore!
That's great, Bill :D!!!!

[Karole]

Okie dokie, I did my 15 min. dvd workout then did another 10 min. on my own with the weights and did some leg and core work as well. All in all a good work out and its done and over and behind me ......so double good !!

[Needlewoman]

I made it to the library yesterday, it was good to get out at last. 10 minutes after I got back we had a snow shower. Rest day today in all ways, as I have been very lazy.

[bpm]

Dear Shadow, it appears the "minor whiplash" is a bit more than that. Had to see the doc as the neck is a sleep killer. So we are in the MRI mode and the restriction on lifting,etc. will keep me on the sidelines- maybe the bike in slo mo will be ok.
Karole, you have ice around yes? fake a slip and tell Shadow the doc has you restricted... has to be good for a few weeks. right Shadow???
I'll check in tomorrow

[Shadow]

Okie dokie, I did my 15 min. dvd workout then did another 10 min. on my own with the weights and did some leg and core work as well. All in all a good work out and its done and over and behind me ......so double good !!
I am so very proud of you, Karole :D!!!!! Doing the video was good - adding on the extras made it great :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

I made it to the library yesterday, it was good to get out at last. 10 minutes after I got back we had a snow shower.
Great timing, NW :D!
Rest day today in all ways, as I have been very lazy.
They are allowed every now and again ;).

[Shadow]

Dear Shadow, it appears the "minor whiplash" is a bit more than that.
I was worried about that, Monty :(!
Had to see the doc as the neck is a sleep killer. So we are in the MRI mode and the restriction on lifting,etc. will keep me on the sidelines- maybe the bike in slo mo will be ok.
Just do what the doc says so you can heal as soon as possible, okay :)?
Karole, you have ice around yes? fake a slip and tell Shadow the doc has you restricted... has to be good for a few weeks. right Shadow???
I'll check in tomorrow
You know, Monty, you really shouldn't jinx yourself with lies - or encourage Karole to either, especially since she can be gullible at times :lol:! Things have a way of coming back to haunt us, ya know, and I think you're suffering enough now as it is :razz:! Call me crazy if you want, but for now I believe you :slywink:.

[Karole]

I am so very proud of you, Karole :D!!!!! Doing the video was good - adding on the extras made it great :thumbsup:!


Dang I'm good,--- I mean great !! :D:D:D:D

[Karole]

Monty, I never have any luck !! :mad::mad: At the moment there isn't any ice around the immediate area for me to fake a slip on....sides probably if I tried to fake a slip, I'd wind up really truly doing one for real .... I might rather do my little exercise bits instead. :rolleyes:

Sure hope your neck pain will soon go away. Not sleeping is the pits.

[jilly27]

Monty, take care of that injury. You don't want to mess about with soft tissue neck injuries.

I walked today. Half a block. :lol: The weather is supposed to be good the next several days so tomorrow I would like to go for a real walk.

Thurs. back to the gym with my slacker sister. Apparently she is rather sore from Sun., serves her right for taking two weeks off. :evil: The exercises I did were good, no negative effects, so I will do a repeat on Thurs.

Jilly

[Needlewoman]

Just done 12 minutes exercise bike, and full upper body workout. I think it is getting easier to get my hands to meet above my head.

I read another chapter of PPLP this morning, so I think I'm good to go about whatever takes my fancy for the rest of the day :)

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi everybody!

Monty take it easy to give yourself some time to heal. Easy does it!

This morning I started the day with some good vigrous stretching. And my Dynamic Tension workout.

Everybody have a good day!

[Ammy]

I WALKED I WALKED!!!

Was only thirty minutes, but because I'm using muscles I must not normally be using (working on my body mechanics), I really feel it when I'm done!!

[Shadow]

Monty, I never have any luck !! At the moment there isn't any ice around the immediate area for me to fake a slip on....sides probably if I tried to fake a slip, I'd wind up really truly doing one for real .... I might rather do my little exercise bits instead.
Exactly - so glad you're being great AND wise, dear Karole :razz: :lol:!

[Shadow]

I walked today. Half a block. :lol: The weather is supposed to be good the next several days so tomorrow I would like to go for a real walk.

Thurs. back to the gym with my slacker sister. Apparently she is rather sore from Sun., serves her right for taking two weeks off. :evil: The exercises I did were good, no negative effects, so I will do a repeat on Thurs.
Sounds great, Jilly :thumbsup: :D!

[Shadow]

Just done 12 minutes exercise bike, and full upper body workout. I think it is getting easier to get my hands to meet above my head.
How exciting, NW :D! Great job!

I read another chapter of PPLP this morning, so I think I'm good to go about whatever takes my fancy for the rest of the day :)Awesome :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

This morning I started the day with some good vigrous stretching. And my Dynamic Tension workout.

Everybody have a good day!
You too, Bill :)! Don't forget to give yourself some lovin' today, too!

[Shadow]

I WALKED I WALKED!!!
I was beginning to wonder ;)!

Was only thirty minutes, but because I'm using muscles I must not normally be using (working on my body mechanics), I really feel it when I'm done!!
That's great, Amy :D!

Now, whatcha gonna do for lovin' :razz:?????

[Ammy]

Um...spending every evening sitting on my butt watching the Winter Olympics is REALLY LOVING myself!!!

:o

[Karole]

Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr.:mad::mad: I did a semi-long post somewhere around 9:30 this morning and it is no where to be seen. Do overs are just not the same !

I went to the library yesterday and checked out a book w/dvd by a personal trainer named Brad Schoenfeld. I watched the demos for the various exercises then did them along with the modeler. It took me 40 min to do the whole body but it was a great work out and I feel like jelly but in a good way. I think those exercises and the bright sunshine outside has finally kicked my endorphins up a notch.:cool:

Anyway the book is titled Sculpting Her Body Perfect and he gives a a ton of info and I really liked being able to see the work being done on the dvd while he pointed out the exact muscle that was being used , and how just adjusting one little thing can make you use a muscle that you aren't really targeting, thus not giving you the work out on the muscle you do want to do....huh. Hope I made sense. I'm sure I said it better in my first post !:nod::nod: Any how I will have to work out a routine for myself now to follow. I can keep this book for 3 weeks so will know how well I really like it by then.
I also like that he brought home the importance of visualizing the muscle you are working. He says to always keep a mind and muscle connection while doing the exercises. I'm afraid I am usually thinking....how much longer.:lol:

[Needlewoman]

I'm afraid I am usually thinking....how much longer.:lol:
You and me both, Karole. That is why I do my exercise early and get it over with so I can forget about it and enjoy myself , although the tube workout is better than anything else that I have tried to do.

I managed to get an appointment and had my haircut earlier - much needed as I hadn't been since 10th December. Best of all my hairdresser said that she could tell that I was sticking to the plan, because she could see the difference around my face :) Just a pity it wasn't from my backside :lol::lol:

[gitfiddle]

Hi! I didn't get here last night, but I did do 25 mins on the arc trainer and held it down to ten on the rower. I wanted the bike instead, but there was a body on it the whole time. I let my heart rate get up to 140 on the arc for five minutes. Usually I back off when it hits 135. I feel good, but I breathe harder. I think it's good for my lungs.

Today's a rest day and I'll do some lifting tomorrow. :)

[Mitra]

I'm still pretty much MIA, but the visitors are going home tomorrow, and the cold turned out to be a fairly short, mild one, so I should be getting back to exercising tomorrow. The loving part has been made up of a mixture of cuddles from the children, and stolen minutes alone with my book, or sitting chatting with my friend (their mother).

[Shadow]

Um...spending every evening sitting on my butt watching the Winter Olympics is REALLY LOVING myself!!!
Okay ;) - but just remember that you first have to exercise to deserve the lovin' :p!

[Shadow]

I went to the library yesterday and checked out a book w/dvd by a personal trainer named Brad Schoenfeld. I watched the demos for the various exercises then did them along with the modeler. It took me 40 min to do the whole body but it was a great work out and I feel like jelly but in a good way. I think those exercises and the bright sunshine outside has finally kicked my endorphins up a notch.
Well done again, Karole :D :D :D!

Anyway the book is titled Sculpting Her Body Perfect and he gives a a ton of info and I really liked being able to see the work being done on the dvd while he pointed out the exact muscle that was being used , and how just adjusting one little thing can make you use a muscle that you aren't really targeting, thus not giving you the work out on the muscle you do want to do....huh. Hope I made sense.
You definitely made sense :)! What an awesome learning tool! Sometimes it's hard to know where the focus should be unless you know where the precise muscle is you're to be using :nod:.
I also like that he brought home the importance of visualizing the muscle you are working. He says to always keep a mind and muscle connection while doing the exercises. I'm afraid I am usually thinking....how much longer.
But now you know for a fact that you work the muscle better when you can focus on what/where/how! Besides, that focus will make the time go a lot faster than watching the clock will :p :lol: :razz:!

[Shadow]

You and me both, Karole. That is why I do my exercise early and get it over with so I can forget about it and enjoy myself , although the tube workout is better than anything else that I have tried to do.
As you keep seeing improvements, it will grow on you more - trust me :slywink:!

I managed to get an appointment and had my haircut earlier - much needed as I hadn't been since 10th December. Best of all my hairdresser said that she could tell that I was sticking to the plan, because she could see the difference around my face :) Just a pity it wasn't from my backside :lol::lol:
Awesome, NW :D!!!! As I'm sure you know, the areas we like the least are the last to change :rolleyes:....

[Shadow]

Hi! I didn't get here last night, but I did do 25 mins on the arc trainer and held it down to ten on the rower. I wanted the bike instead, but there was a body on it the whole time. I let my heart rate get up to 140 on the arc for five minutes. Usually I back off when it hits 135. I feel good, but I breathe harder. I think it's good for my lungs.

Today's a rest day and I'll do some lifting tomorrow. :)Way to go, Carol :thumbsup: :D!!!! Love seeing the variety :nod:!

[Shadow]

I'm still pretty much MIA, but the visitors are going home tomorrow, and the cold turned out to be a fairly short, mild one, so I should be getting back to exercising tomorrow.
I'm so glad you're feeling better :D!
The loving part has been made up of a mixture of cuddles from the children, and stolen minutes alone with my book, or sitting chatting with my friend (their mother).
Sounds like some mighty good lovin', indeed :nod:!

[bpm]

Karole-- very impressive... the focus on the contraction is the key to performing an isometric exercise properly... that and remembering the rhythmic breathing.
Speaking of isometrics I was able to do lower body WO with no neck strain- it felt good (course, the 6 prescribed ibuprofen helped a little). May get on the bike for a ride in the park program this afternoon.
I told the Doc that most medications tear up the digestive system especially antibiotics and nsaids ?spelling? She said "tough it out cause the whiplash needs the relief" . Nuff said:o

[Shadow]

Karole-- very impressive... the focus on the contraction is the key to performing an isometric exercise properly... that and remembering the rhythmic breathing.
Well said, Monty :thumbsup:!
Speaking of isometrics I was able to do lower body WO with no neck strain- it felt good (course, the 6 prescribed ibuprofen helped a little). May get on the bike for a ride in the park program this afternoon.
Good for you :D!
I told the Doc that most medications tear up the digestive system especially antibiotics and nsaids ?spelling? She said "tough it out cause the whiplash needs the relief" . Nuff said:o
Sounds like she's on to you - and knows just how to deal with you, too :razz:!

[Claudette]

Hi, ya'll,

Today was: Callanetics Quick stomach tape, 30 minutes, whew.
20 minutes on the mini-trampoline. :)

[jilly27]

Went for a wander through the woods today with my sister-in-law. A pretty moderate pace, but it was really nice to be out in sun for a bit. :)

Jilly

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi everybody!

Light stretching today, later this afternoon Toni will be here for my weekly stretching and massage session.

Everybody have a successful and active day!

[bpm]

Dear Shadow,
Still in slo mo here- some bike work while sipping ice tea and listening to classical guitar (cd titled "here comes the sun") with lots of music from the 60's- especially enjoy El Condor Pasa on guitar.
Some careful stretching first thing followed by a thick shake and drugs. Wow, what a combo.:thumbsup:
May try a few isos this after noon (after more drugs):D
A good day to all

[Shadow]

Today was: Callanetics Quick stomach tape, 30 minutes, whew.
20 minutes on the mini-trampoline. :)
Awesome job, Claudette :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

Went for a wander through the woods today with my sister-in-law. A pretty moderate pace, but it was really nice to be out in sun for a bit.
Sounds wonderful, Jilly :D!

[Shadow]

Light stretching today, later this afternoon Toni will be here for my weekly stretching and massage session.

Everybody have a successful and active day!
You too, Bill :)! Enjoy that torture this afternoon ;)!

[Shadow]

Dear Shadow,
Still in slo mo here- some bike work while sipping ice tea and listening to classical guitar (cd titled "here comes the sun") with lots of music from the 60's- especially enjoy El Condor Pasa on guitar.
Sounds like a good morning, Monty :)!
Some careful stretching first thing followed by a thick shake and drugs. Wow, what a combo.
It doesn't get better than that, Monty :thumbsup: ;)!
May try a few isos this after noon (after more drugs)
A good day to all
Just make sure to not aggravate your injury, dear Monty!

BTW - what happened to the FL trip :confused:?

[bpm]

BTW - what happened to the FL trip :confused:?

Postponed a week- nervous DW. It's ok cause the rental is paid and runs thru april 15th (so what's another week?)

[Parisienne]

Just to tell you that I do all these M&S almost religiously;):D, but it's so hard to find time to report it. Not that they take so much time but I have always something to do. I know, I'm famous for a minor lack of organisation...
Tue- upper body + abs (+/- 20 mins)
Wed - lower body + stretch (20 mins)
Thu - Tae Bo (cardio) 15 mins

Tomorrow should be 20 mins of upper body and abs.
I have to dash as I have a Talmud study class this evening. See you (hopefully) on Sunday!

[Shadow]

Postponed a week- nervous DW. It's ok cause the rental is paid and runs thru april 15th (so what's another week?)
I thought you might have postponed. Oh well - this way DW (remember the "D" is dear, right ;)?) won't be nervous and you will hopefully be feeling better so you can enjoy the trip too :).

[Shadow]

Just to tell you that I do all these M&S almost religiously;):D, but it's so hard to find time to report it. Not that they take so much time but I have always something to do.
As long as you're moving it, that's what counts! Of course, checking in now and again counts too so I don't come hunt you down :p :evil: :razz:!
I know, I'm famous for a minor lack of organisation...
Who, YOU :eek:????? :rolleyes:

See you (hopefully) on Sunday!
We live in hope :slywink:!

[Mitra]

I did some yoga this afternoon. And apart from that, enjoyed some uninterrupted time with my books.

[Karole]

Haven't done the exercise bit yet today as we rose at 5 a.m. and left the house at 6 a.m. to drive up to Ft. Leonard Wood where our son-in-law was graduated from his Army basic and extended training. They'll be going to Korea soon. Anyway that has taken most of my day and I am worn out besides. I may find it in me to do the elliptical later after a "being good to me rest period".

Oh yes, I also have been good to me by purchasing a natural peanut butter mixer online and it arrived today. Can't wait to give it a whirl as I absolutely hate stirring the stuff up and usually wind up with it all over the counter and myself as well. We'll see if this thing is worth it or not.

(Shadow will probably think that I was just trying to get out of the arm exercise that I got by stirring the peanut butter up with a knife, but I am considering it as a be good to me treat.)

That's my story and I'm stickin to it.

[Shadow]

I did some yoga this afternoon. And apart from that, enjoyed some uninterrupted time with my books.
Sounds like a wonderful day, Mitra :D :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

Haven't done the exercise bit yet today as we rose at 5 a.m. and left the house at 6 a.m. to drive up to Ft. Leonard Wood where our son-in-law was graduated from his Army basic and extended training. They'll be going to Korea soon. Anyway that has taken most of my day and I am worn out besides. I may find it in me to do the elliptical later after a "being good to me rest period".
Sounds like it has definitely been a long enough day, Karole :). My advice would be to use this as your off day and hit the elliptical on a day when you're not sapped before you even begin on it ;).

Oh yes, I also have been good to me by purchasing a natural peanut butter mixer online and it arrived today. Can't wait to give it a whirl as I absolutely hate stirring the stuff up and usually wind up with it all over the counter and myself as well. We'll see if this thing is worth it or not.
OMW - is that the one Kraft was selling? I always mix mine up in the jar - I find PNB is much easier to mix than almond butter! Of course, if it's too recalcitrant, I nuke it a few seconds first to cajole it into cooperating....

(Shadow will probably think that I was just trying to get out of the arm exercise that I got by stirring the peanut butter up with a knife, but I am considering it as a be good to me treat.)

That's my story and I'm stickin to it.
If it works for you, darlin', it works for me :lol:! My guess is that it's just going to make a different kind of mess - but I am a true cynic/realist at heart :slywink:.

[Karole]

Tried the peanut butter mixer and by golly dh and I just loved it. No mess easy to use and easy to clean... what's not to like?

I saw a picture of it on the lid of my Smuckers natural peanut butter jar and got online and found the best price. It still cost me 10.95 including postage but I will sure appreciate having it.

[Karole]

Sounds like it has definitely been a long enough day, Karole . My advice would be to use this as your off day and hit the elliptical on a day when you're not sapped before you even begin on it
.

:eek::eek::eek:Is that you Shadow????:eek::eek: Nah, can't be....must be Monty trying to get me in trouble again.:nod::nod::D

[gitfiddle]

Karole, you must be improving greatly if Shadow's giving you a break! :nod: Good girl!

I'm a good girl too, Shadow! :D I did upper and lower resistance today plus twenty minutes on the arc trainer. Tomorrow's a rest day, loosely speaking. I actually have to dash out of work early and drive an hour to get to play my guitar. Could I work that into an upper body exercise? Right arm? It counts!

[Tyrone Bill]

Karole, you must be improving greatly if Shadow's giving you a break! :nod: Good girl!

I'm a good girl too, Shadow! :D I did upper and lower resistance today plus twenty minutes on the arc trainer. Tomorrow's a rest day, loosely speaking. I actually have to dash out of work early and drive an hour to get to play my guitar. Could I work that into an upper body exercise? Right arm? It counts!


Don't forget the stretching you're performing with your left hand!

[jilly27]

I went for an hours walk today and then met my sis at the gym. I was able to do a little more than last time, getting better every day. :D

Tomorrow will be another walk and some gardening. Nothing really strenuous but it will be good to get outside and move.

Jilly

[Tyrone Bill]

Hi Movers & Shakers!

Stretching, followed by Dynamic tension.

Jilly's post relating about taking an hour walk reminds me how much I miss the capability of taking a nice long leisurely walk. A word of experience from me. "If you can still walk, even just for a short distance...DO IT! Someday you just might not be capable of taking those taken for granted steps!!"
WALK IF YOU CAN, ITS GOOD FOR THE BODY AND MIND.

Everybody have a great Friday!

[Karole]

Such good , no great advice Bill !! We are so often oblivious aren't we--never appreciating the truly wonderful experiences that are there for the taking. We close our minds to so much around us, not noticing til we lose it for a while.

I just finished 20 min. on the elliptical and did a bit of intervals with it too. Makes it seem a shorter time when I rev it up like that.

[gitfiddle]

A word of experience from me. "If you can still walk, even just for a short distance...DO IT!Thanks for the inspiration, Bill. :) I don't walk for pleasure any more, but I can still squeak out a short one. I'm going to make it a point this weekend.

[Shadow]

Tried the peanut butter mixer and by golly dh and I just loved it. No mess easy to use and easy to clean... what's not to like?

I saw a picture of it on the lid of my Smuckers natural peanut butter jar and got online and found the best price. It still cost me 10.95 including postage but I will sure appreciate having it.
I'm glad you're happy with it, Karole :D! I still think old fashioned arm power is the best - but I'm sure that doesn't surprise you :lol: :p!

[Shadow]

:Is that you Shadow???? Nah, can't be....must be Monty trying to get me in trouble again.
I want you to work smarter, not harder ;). But I DO still expect you to make up for it :evil:. Just when you can give it more effort and make it more worth your while :razz:! I think even you would agree that I have never encouraged anyone to push when they were tired/ill and therefore at risk of injuring themselves :).

[Shadow]

Karole, you must be improving greatly if Shadow's giving you a break! :nod: Good girl!
It's not a break - it's a temporary reprieve with all expectation that she more than make up for it today ;).

I'm a good girl too, Shadow! I did upper and lower resistance today plus twenty minutes on the arc trainer. Tomorrow's a rest day, loosely speaking. I actually have to dash out of work early and drive an hour to get to play my guitar. Could I work that into an upper body exercise? Right arm? It counts!
Ah - great job at the gym :thumbsup: but as for that arm workout... I would say that's more a case of keeping it active rather than moving it :razz:.

[Shadow]

I went for an hours walk today and then met my sis at the gym. I was able to do a little more than last time, getting better every day.
That's great, Jilly :D!

Tomorrow will be another walk and some gardening. Nothing really strenuous but it will be good to get outside and move.
There's nothing wrong with walking and fresh air, Jilly :eek:!!!

[Shadow]

Hi Movers & Shakers!

Stretching, followed by Dynamic tension.
Good job, Bill :thumbsup:!

Jilly's post relating about taking an hour walk reminds me how much I miss the capability of taking a nice long leisurely walk. A word of experience from me. "If you can still walk, even just for a short distance...DO IT! Someday you just might not be capable of taking those taken for granted steps!!"
WALK IF YOU CAN, ITS GOOD FOR THE BODY AND MIND.
Well said, Bill :D!!!!!! Walking is great for the body AND the mind :nod:!!!!!!!! And it's much kinder on the joints than impact - but most of these youngsters won't understand that until age smacks 'em upside the head :razz: :p ;)!

[Shadow]

Such good , no great advice Bill !! We are so often oblivious aren't we--never appreciating the truly wonderful experiences that are there for the taking. We close our minds to so much around us, not noticing til we lose it for a while.
Now there are some wise words from you today!

I just finished 20 min. on the elliptical and did a bit of intervals with it too. Makes it seem a shorter time when I rev it up like that.
Good job :thumbsup:! And see - you wouldn't have done those intervals last night when you were already tired :razz:. I do occasionally know what I'm talking about :p!

[Karole]

Yes, you do Ms Shadow.... and altho I love to give you grief ever so often ... (okay, on a daily basis) ... I know you are giving us the really good advice and encouragement we need.

And you're right if I had forced myself to do the work last night I would have done it slowly and without much effort and not much gain except to be able to say I did it.
Now, I did a bit extra today and am planning some upper body with weights later on today, so oh wise one, once again my thanks for the good advice.

[Shadow]

Yes, you do Ms Shadow.... and altho I love to give you grief ever so often ... (okay, on a daily basis) ... I know you are giving us the really good advice and encouragement we need.
Okay - just wanted to make sure you were paying attention :razz:!

And you're right if I had forced myself to do the work last night I would have done it slowly and without much effort and not much gain except to be able to say I did it.
Been there and done that myself - too many times ;). Most of my advice is actually hard-learned experience from over the years :rolleyes:.
Now, I did a bit extra today and am planning some upper body with weights later on today, so oh wise one, once again my thanks for the good advice.
You're welcome :D! I just like to have my ego stroked now and again, ya know :p :razz:!

[Karole]

Don't we all !! Especially when we deserve it !!:):)

Dh was talking about wanting to start walking so I made him get up right then and we went for an 18 min. walk. :D:D Just got back so I still haven't done any weights today. (But I will):nod::nod:

[Karole]

Okay, watched my dvd from the library again and this time I did an ab session and also upper body with weights. Didn't time myself but it was around 15 min. Soooo I have had plenty of "cise" today.

[jilly27]

I didn't get my walk in today, way to busy gardening! I accomplished a fair bit though, a good start on my ever increasing list of things to get done before we go away and the house goes back up for sale.

I put a bunch of new compost in the garden beds today, lots of wheelbarrowing and shovelling, tomorrow will be power washing the patio and driveway. That should be enough moving and shaking for Sat., Sun. is back to the gym. :D

See y'all tomorrow,

Jilly

[gitfiddle]

but as for that arm workout... I would say that's more a case of keeping it active rather than moving it :razz:.Fingers, then? Fingers were VERY busy! Both hands! :D Butt stayed in a chair for two hours, though. :p

[Tyrone Bill]

Morning Movers & Shakers!

Stretching is in order for today. I'll be putting some effort into walking around apartment, this will depend on Doy's plans. I don't attempt this without her around. With my balance problems, I don't want to end up on the floor a statistic of 'I've fallen and I can't get up!!'

Have a great weekend!

[Needlewoman]

I didn't do my squats yesterday, but I have done them today. I also walked down to the shops with DH, despite sleety showers. More sleet and snow promised for tomorrow so I will be back to hibernating.

[Ammy]

45 min on the recumbant bike tonight. It wasn't about speed, it was just about DOING it again.

10.7 miles, 273 calories burned.

[Shadow]

Don't we all !! Especially when we deserve it !!
:lol:!

Dh was talking about wanting to start walking so I made him get up right then and we went for an 18 min. walk.
Good for you :D!

[Shadow]

Okay, watched my dvd from the library again and this time I did an ab session and also upper body with weights. Didn't time myself but it was around 15 min. Soooo I have had plenty of "cise" today.
Awesome, dear Karole :D!!!! You are making me VERY happy :thumbsup:!

[Shadow]

I didn't get my walk in today, way to busy gardening! I accomplished a fair bit though, a good start on my ever increasing list of things to get done before we go away and the house goes back up for sale.

I put a bunch of new compost in the garden beds today, lots of wheelbarrowing and shovelling, tomorrow will be power washing the patio and driveway. That should be enough moving and shaking for Sat., Sun. is back to the gym. :D

See y'all tomorrow,

Jilly
Sounds like a great weekend, Jilly :nod:!

[Shadow]

Fingers, then? Fingers were VERY busy! Both hands! :D Butt stayed in a chair for two hours, though. :p
Aha! NOW you see the problem :razz:.....

[Shadow]

Stretching is in order for today. I'll be putting some effort into walking around apartment, this will depend on Doy's plans. I don't attempt this without her around. With my balance problems, I don't want to end up on the floor a statistic of 'I've fallen and I can't get up!!'
Good for you, Bill - and very wise of you, too :nod:! Having had to call an ambulance to get my disabled roommate up off the floor, I can tell you that's not a fun situation for anyone involved ;).

[Shadow]

I didn't do my squats yesterday, but I have done them today. I also walked down to the shops with DH, despite sleety showers.
Good for you, NW :D!
More sleet and snow promised for tomorrow so I will be back to hibernating.
Sounds like a wise plan ;).

[Shadow]

45 min on the recumbant bike tonight. It wasn't about speed, it was just about DOING it again.
Good girl :thumbsup:!!!!

[gitfiddle]

Hi! Is your computer all tuned up now? I missed you this weekend! My bag is packed for the gym tonight. :)

[Shadow]

Don't know - still need to get it home ;). But he did a great job on the office one so I can just zip all over the place now :D! Including the new thread for the week we're in now :lol:!!! JK, GF, happy to see you wherever you appear :p!

[gitfiddle]

Including the new thread for the week we're in now :lol:!!!
Duh!
:o