There was no method to my madness, but today's workout consisted of shoveling the driveway. In the 9 years that we've lived here, I've never done this. A month ago I never would have considered it. But today I put on my Polar monitor and an hour and 600 calories later, I felt AWESOME! The girls had a scheduled day off so every once in a while I poked my head in the back door to check on everyone....and each time I did my little helper, Eva, refilled my water glass so I didn't have to remove my boots. She is too cute! I had every intention of getting on the treadmill tonight, but I opted out due to a headache. I know this will not be an option in 6 weeks, so I may have to keep ahead of the game by round the clock Advil. I'm trying to be more conscientious about moving more, doing toe raises at the kitchen counter, taking 5 minutes here and there to do some stepping, and stretching, stretching and more stretching. Every little bit should help.This weekend was spent researching and shopping for items for the Ridge. My Wright socks arrived today, sports bras have been ordered from Champion USA, little packets of EVOO and balsamic vinegar ordered for our Disney trip in 3 weeks (so I have better control over my nutrition while traveling). Workout clothes have been received from Lands End, some I love, others will be returned. As for the swimsuits - forget about it! I'm wearing what I already have and will look forward to buying something new for summer after I lose a size or two. Tomorrow after a much needed haircut I'm heading out to get my Camelbak, and possibly look at trail shoes.
Off to see the conclusion of ice dancing! Be well!
Wow, what a driveway! Excellent workout.
ReplyDeleteI'm right with you on the every little bit will help. I do squats while drying my hair, stretch lots in the shower, a few calf raises when I go from one level of the house to the other (3 steps only), lunges or leg kicks while waiting for the microwave, and MOST importantly for me is keeping my homemade platform for my laptop ON my treadmill. Otherwise I too easily find myself sitting on my butt getting sucked in to email, work, blogs, and facebook! Minutes turn into hours. I'm trying to make myself walk while doing mindless computer tasks. I have to keep it under 2.0 to type. If I'm just going through work email I can go faster but replying requires me to slow it down. Even at 1.0 or 1.5 I'm getting in a heck of a lot more than what I do sitting on my rear! So YES, every little bit does count. At least it better! :)
Keep on keepin' on and stay strong!
This is functional fitness at its finest! You made me want to go out and rake my leaves! You are so prepared and your attitude is so positive. Thanks for the reminder to squeeze in little bouts of fitness throughout the day.
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the driveway!
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