Did I tell you that I joined a gym? Ibis found one a couple weeks ago, and last week I decided to start going too. I've been doing pretty well with my workout video (Jillian Michael's 30-Day Shred) but the jumping is killing my joints. The gym only has bicycles for cardio, but I can read a book while exercising which means I'm even more likely to do it.
And... I got to break out my fancy exercise gloves. I bought them years ago when I was a regular at Ballys and how can you not take exercise seriously when you look like a bad@ss?
I was really sore after the first day -- of course I had to try every single machine -- but I think my body is slowly remembering how to do this. I'm still doing the video in between but I'm very happy to be able to change things up.
I'm seeing results and my clothes are fitting like they should. I even have a two-pack. But, I think I'm getting old. Every morning I wake up and my body is tired. Is that normal?
Do you work out?
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I "roughed it" in Zihuatanejo, Mexico for three years with my (now ex) husband while we waited for his US visa. Well, we didn't really rough it -- we had running water & glass in the windows, but it was really hot.
He was denied in September 2009 & I returned to Michigan in February 2010, and while our story ended there, mine continues at Hoosblog and my dog, Owen, is documenting his life on Instagram.
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He was denied in September 2009 & I returned to Michigan in February 2010, and while our story ended there, mine continues at Hoosblog and my dog, Owen, is documenting his life on Instagram.
I'm no longer posting to this blog, but I'm leaving it online so you can read about our journey. Check out the links under Posts That Explain Things to get the basics, or the tags at the bottom for specific categories.
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22 comments:
I love that feeling! Maybe I'm weird (well, that's already a given), but I love the feeling of being sore. I don't know why.
I think it's the whole "no pain, no gain thing." Unfortunately this is more like an ache in my joints.
Sore? What's that? It's been so long, I can't remember. I used to be addicted to working out, but sometimes life gets in the way. Your post has motivated me to start back up! Thanks!
Up until last week (ha ha), I was kind of a gym rat. No, seriously, the last few weeks haven't been great -- just going once or twice a week -- but I'm usually a 3-5 times a week kind of gym guy. And it definitely gets harder as you get older to recover. Even after a week or two off, the first few workouts back are, um, excruciating isn't too strong a word. But on the bright side, I'm actually in better shape at 37 than I was at 27. So it works!
Are you the only woman in the gym? I've had gym membership twice. The first time was a great experience (Before Children), the second time was worthless (After Children). I need to go back to yoga. I get a great workout without the pain.
Have a great time at your gym!
Hi Lazy Writer! Life has a funny way of doing that, no? I figure a little is better than nothing, plus it helps that my husband is really into working out. I feel like a sloth if I don't do anything.
Lurker, that's great you're in such good shape! I wouldn't say I'm in the best shape of my life, but it's tolerable.
Turkey, there are actually a lot of women there, which is why I agreed to join. And, they are really nice for the most part. So far it's been a good experience.
Cool that you've joined a gym! I only take ballet lessons but I REALLY REALLY REALLY want to take martial arts.
Wait, why isn't there a picture of the gloves?
Glad your workout is going well! I need to start again, I feel like a bum. Maybe next week...
Spamwarrior, I miss dancing so much. Your ballet comment made me think of that. Funny because I went almost every Wednesday for four years, then every other for another three years. Wednesday is dancing day to me.
Nadine, I didn't even think to take a picture!
You've had a good excuse not to exercise. Healing is most important.
Good for you! I run 2 or 3 times a week and like to do outside stuff: kayaking, tennis, golf, whatever.
Wendy, I'd love to get into kayaking but I'm scared of the ocean. Chicago has kayaking on the river. Is it weird I'm less afraid of whatever toxins might be in the Chicago River?
You should try kayaking in the lagoon down in Barra. You can rent kayaks just inside the lagoon. I really enjoy it. I've paddled out to the rocks but do not enjoy sea kayaking as much.
Where is your gym? I am a gym rat at home but usually just use my bands, my sand filled bleach bottles and run while in Zihuatanejo. My son is a college football player and may need to find a gym to work out if he comes down at Christmas.
I am coming back to Barra this Saturday for two weeks. If you get down to Barra, drop me a jingle if you want to go kayaking. I am in the yellow condo at Los Achotes.
I exercise, I stop, I exercise, I stop again...story of my life.
Right now I'm starting again. I got a weight bench for Mother's Day (my request) and I'm ready to go.
I tried spinning class and dropped out. That's hard!
Good luck with the gym.
Wait...I don't think I know what an exercise glove is...please describe. I feel like an idiot.
no, sadly, i don't work out. i wish i had the patience though.
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Sharon, we're going to a gym near the sports fields in the middle of town (the police station is on the opposite side). If you email me I'd be happy to give you more details.
Kayaking sounds great, especially in the lagoon! We don't typically do those types of things because they are pricey and we're on a really tight budget. Do you think you'll be coming into town at all? We could meet for lunch or something.
Aimless, we had a weight bench (well, Bo-Flex) in Chicago and I loved it. The bikes at this gym seem to be the type used in spinning classes, but ugh, I couldn't do that. I try to do speed intervals but I figure just riding it is better than nothing.
Colby, rofl. Don't give me that. With all your dancing and running around?
Nobe, exercising makes me MORE patient. It calms my mind, gives me time to think, and puts my body at rest.
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