I did it!
My
week started a bit slower than the rest of you. I wasn't able to exercise
Monday due to a minor procedure I had that day.
Every day
from Tuesday including today Saturday, I exercised 35-45 minutes, running or
walking. I did ab work and some back strengthening. My Relaxercise was
completed Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday as well.
The evil
processed carbs were reduced except for today since I attended a Christmas
party. There was so much food, ( I would say at least thirty different dishes)
that it was impossible not to fall off the wagon a bit. I concentrated on
eating less carbs. I knew I would be too tired for exercise if I over indulged
beyond a certain point. So even though I ate like a pig (sort of) I tried to be
circumspect with what I put in my mouth.
Next week I
intend to have almost the exact same goals however instead of walking and
running for my aerobic exercise I will also get in some biking. I have a bad
back and if I increase my stride on the treadmill in order to raise my heart
rate, my back can suffer. The bike allows me to increase my aerobic capacity without
my back becoming stiff.
If anyone has any ideas on how I can minimize my back issues while maintaining my cardio workout please share.
My Goals for
this week:
To exercise
5x per week.
I will walk
or run or bike for 30-45 min.- 5x this week.
I will
continue doing some ab and back strengthening exercises each of the 5 days.
I am going
to continue Relaxercise in order to
improve my flexibility, three days this week.
I am
reducing processed carbs and eating ‘real food’
Go GOOBers!
BTW we are all trying to add to Sunny's story on New Beginnings. Every week for so many years PK has been gifting all of us with stories that entertain everyone for her Fantasy Friday posts. This week her cupboard was empty. Please run over and add to the story. It is in the comments for this past Friday. Please consider penning a story for PK. We will all miss Fantasy Friday stories if new writers do not try their hand at a story. It is all in good fun.
Thanks for reading!
Minelle
Way to go Minelle! I can't believe how well everyone is doing and how many people are participating.
ReplyDeleteIt is so exciting and fun to workout with everyone!
DeleteYay, to you as well!
And *wink* for the comment on Ana's post about my prize!LOL
Whooo Hooo Minelle!
ReplyDeleteThis is contagious in a good way!
Okay week one is done, let's see how many are as successful for week two! I have such a hard time maintaining enthusiasm, but I really want to continue. GOOOOOOOOOOO GOOers!
Ra! Ra! Ra! Shish! Boom! Ba! Is that enough enthusiasm? I need it too.
DeleteGo GOOBs!! Let's just keep going!
Congrats Minelle!!! Keep up the great work!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Cat
Thanks Cat! I have to go and read your informative post! I know what is supposed to work, but need a refresher!
DeleteAtta girl, Minelle! I am going to get on board as well, just haven't got there yet. :)
ReplyDeletehugs
lillie
When you are ready, just join us for all the fun! We better still be going strong!
DeleteCongratulations girl.
ReplyDeleteThank you lady! I am hoping to keep it up for my health! Plus I feel better!
DeleteYou keep going girl! Winter, cold and dark sure don't make me want to exercise, but it know it's a must.
ReplyDeleteThanks for encouraging everyone to add to the story. It's growing nicely.
Hugs,
PK
If I can keep up the momentum, then I will be so happy!
DeleteI will probably add more to the story tonight! It's getting good!
Way to go Minelle, keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteI have 'attempted' to add to Sunny's story on New Beginnings :)
Hugs
Roz
It is great fun!
DeleteI saw you added to the story, you did a great job! Go back and add more!
Good for you Minelle!
ReplyDeleteNew subtitle for your blog:
My Breath,
Not ever out of it.
That includes my talking all the time too you know?lol
DeleteI wish my back would loosen up then I could get out of breath!
Hooray! Yay for you!
ReplyDeleteI love Bas' subtitle for your blog.
Hooray for everyone! Every little step in the right direction is one for the total GOOB.
DeleteGood for you Minelle. Congratulations.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Ronnie
xx
Thanks Ronnie! I know you do some of this!
DeleteHooray for you....hope to feel better and stay at home for a bit, so I can join you!
ReplyDeletehugs abby
When you are feeling better, and are settled in, we will still be here. It is more important to get well.
DeleteAdding my "good for you!"....now I've got to get in bed!
ReplyDeleteThanks SNP! We need all the cheers we can get since it is great motivation!
ReplyDeleteThis is really late and I don't know if it's helpful but can you swim? Swimming's good for cardio and endurance plus it has a lot less impact.
ReplyDeleteI unfortunately woke up grrrr! So far not able to get back to sleep!
DeleteAnyway I can swim, I do not have a lot of upper body strength. Swimming style is not my strong suit. I can tread water forever, but my neck bothers me when I swim at times.
I have a lot of endurance, usually, so that is always good.
I have been really lame on the workout front these last two weeks so when I return it will be to the bike!
I hope you got to go back to bed :) Ha ha, I'd suggest swimming with a kick board and a snorkel for the fun of it. Hmm, that makes sense that your neck might bother you if you have a back problem. I can only think of back strengthening exercises which I don't think is helpful here...
ReplyDeleteBiking is great fun :D I suppose it's understandable to be a bit slack from all the recent festivities.