[dmplaura]

I walked over 10k in the drizzling rain today. I was excited that the grocery store FINALLY had lean ground turkey so I can make Greek style turkey burgers for dinner tonight.

I was going to go and purchase new shoes. My last pair I paid a premium for, and in a year's time I wore through the 4 layer soles to the point where only the inside foam layer and cloth under my heel was providing 'resistance' while walking (perhaps that explains the noted increase in Charlie Horses - fact, I had one today while in a store, ouch!!!).

So I was going to walk up to the same place where I'd spent a small fortune on the shoes I wore through. When I go about planning/making a huge purchase, I always donate what I can to charity at the same time. Today was a stack of textbooks from University (some I paid $50+ for, not cheap, but I never open them so they've been collecting dust here - better for a needy student).

Long story short, while donating, I found the CUTEST pair of running shoes for $2.99!!! They're a bit 'roomy', but my size. The roomy is good because I can just purchase Dr. Scholls (etc) liners for them.

Thrifting is AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!

[karousel]

Even though I was a bit sore from yesterday's workout I made it to the gym today and did 20 minutes on the eliptical. I had too much caffeine this morning so I did 3 miles in that 20 minutes! Then I went our for more coffee with my girlfriends.

[sabimax]

The walking and playing at playgrounds with the little ones the last few days, has my heel feeling like it has planter f.... whatever the word is... pain on bottom of heel... worked a full day.. then PT for my muscle spasm neck and back.. today was the best it felt she said... going to help out at the football game tonight working in the concession stand first half of game... bout it for this painful foot since I work tomorrow too...
hugss all good moving all

[NeuroNixed Craig]

I had to smile to myself reading this thread because, "working out" is no longer part of my vocabulary. However, I have purchased and movement physical therapy certified "peddler" to at least try a movement routine with my legs and arms.

It is one solid steel and chrome piece with the non-skid block on the four supporting legs, adjustable straps to keep my feet on the pedals and a tension screw. I can sit in a chair and pedal while at my desk or watching TV. Placing it on a table allows me to use it for my arms. It's a nice piece of solid inexpensive equipment, BUT I have yet to have the strength to even try it once. I do hope it wasn't a waste of money, but you can only do what you can do.

I'm happy to get from my bed to the bathroom, to the wheelchair and get around the house what little I can. So and "Exercise thread," in my case is ironic, if not flat out humorous while being sad at the same time. Reading what everyone else is doing is motivating at a minimum. Thank you for posting it Dejibo.

[Dejibo]

Oh Craig! I am so proud of you! We are certainly NOT talking about the type of exercise we did when we were 20 or even 30. We are talking about modifying our day, our routine and our set up so that we can add a bit of strength or cardio to our day in anyway we can. Lifting soup cans while we watch TV. Peddling our legs while we sit. leg lifts in bed. Wii, or for those of us that are yet still able a walk to the mail box or even down the street. I pray folks see chances everywhere to add a bit of fitness to their day! laundry counts! scrubbing a toilet counts!

We MUST take excellent care of ourselves so that when that cure arrives we are in shape enough to benefit from it. I used to break a sweat peeling an orange! lol. Now I am out walking at least 2 miles each day! I used to feel like I was going to pass out getting from the couch to the potty and now I want to break a sweat on my walk and occasionally climb a hill or two. So, start small, go slow, and build up if you can. It does your blood good to pump and flush out that cortisol that is from leading such a stressful life.

YES, YOU CAN! Now get out there and wiggle something in public my beauties!

Did 2 miles today, but...I had a lot of quit in me today. I got up, got dressed, decided NO! I dont wanna. DH said "aw, come on! keep me company, lets go look at the leaves on the lake! UGH!!!!! so, I yanked on my walking pants and my shirt I dont mind sweating in, and had DH tie my walking shoes on my feet. Off we went. 2 miles! its really pretty out now, and he is right, in a week this will all be on the ground. Glad I didnt miss it. Now im off for a ride in the car! like an old dog im happy to get to ride in the car.

[Dejibo]

Taking the day off.

[SallyC]

Changed my bedding, cleaned the floors and scrubbed the carpet in front of my coffee table. That's all except for a few stretches, so I could get up on my feet without landing on my *stars*

Happy Sunday everyone..

[dmplaura]

Walked around this morning/early PM. Now I'm parked and taking it easy watching some NFL games.

Baked a carrot/pineapple/almond bread last night. Tried a small bite, delicious! I've not even been eating my store bought bread (whole wheat regular ole bread) as this recipe I came across makes wonderful low fat loaves that is a very versatile recipe to add and change ingredients.

With that said, no baking today... freezer's getting too full again!

[Dejibo]

Posting tonight, because I know I wont be around in the AM. Have a very early (crack of insanity) appointment across the state for DH, so I wont be walking.

I did manage today to change all the sheets in the house, wash all the bath towels, bath rugs, and hand towels with a large wad of dish towels thrown in for good measure. Vacuumed some window sills since winter is coming fast, and I need to be sure those drain holes are clear. Cooked an amazing dinner, cleared the virus' off my computer that I have loaned to DS, and a bunch of other stuff. How on earth I am still standing I have no idea, but its 7pm and I am going to sleep now.

[SallyC]

Nighty night Dej..