Zen, dude.

I have been walking, doing low impact aerobics and dancing to get my cardio-vascular workout and to burn calories. I have tried a couple of different workouts to fight boredom and to cross-train some. Disco Abs with Cheryl Burke was a blast! And I also enjoyed the Back.2.Bollywood Masala Bhangra workout. The music in these two really keeps you going and makes the exercise a lot more fun! I know I also need to work on building/keeping muscle, and increasing my flexibility and balance...so important as we get older. So today I did 15 minutes of upper and lower body weight training, 15 minutes of pilates core work, and 15 minutes of yoga, with a emphasis on balance. This workout won't count for my miles for the year, but it is just what I need to balance my fitness training. On Thursday I did four vigorous miles, and on Saturday I did both the Disco Ab and Bollywood workouts. (Friday is my long day at work, and we all need rest days, so that is my "day off.") Now I am feeling Zen, dude. I am as loose as a noodle! I must say the exercise is really helping with the insomnia I have had for the last couple of years during all the challenges we've faced. EXERCISE is a magic potion! Try it!

Twisted Ankle

I work in an enviroment where I need to look presentable, so I often wear skirts or pants and heels. But I did not twist my ankle at work. Also, I have been working at walking 2-3 miles daily, 4 or more times a week. But I did not twist my ankle walking at a park or on the river. I twisted my ankle at home, barefoot, while doing laundry!! It was frustrating and a bit discouraging. I have heard from so many people about how they got sick or injured after starting a fitness program. I guess that is just life! There are always challenges to any goal, whether it is fitness and weight loss, getting an education, or remodeling your house. I'm not sure why these challenges come, but it sure can test one's committment! I am hoping it only spurs me on, because I was really enjoying the benefits of vigorous exercise. Sweat is good!