Lets Post our Daily Exercise
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I started doing these workouts from a fitness app called 8Fit. You can start at your personal level of fitness and they actually have a workout that's not too hard for my weak upper body, so that is nice. I really see how weak my upper body got. I can do all the leg, squats, etc with no problem. Oh well, working on it.
Martaj, your fitness will come back. Just keep trying. Edj, beautiful view of the Philllipines night.
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My Garmin still can't track properly here in Manila. I ran this morning, probably just over five miles based on time and number of steps. Boy was it hot and muggy, even at 7 AM. And this is "winter" here!
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My exercise today consisted of walking for about 10 minutes and a couple of hours of errand running and housework. That will have to do for today. G"night all!
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good morning -- really cold here (for Houston) so waiting a bit to run.
Last long run before the re-con surgery.
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edj, watch out for the ashfall from the volcanic eruption! Better exercise indoors, if possible.
2-hour hike with DH and DC.
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Had a great yoga class yesterday. Put on the new running shoes today and went out for thirty minutes- haven’t gone running in six months while I tried to see if my foot would heal. Felt great today- it’s 68 degrees here in upstate NY so that probably helps!
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My exercise yesterday was taking down the Christmas tree on top of 5 miles of walking. I had intended to go skiing, but about halfway to the ski trails, there was a sign that the pass was closed ahead.
So I returned home to make bread and tackle the tree. This was quite the job as a huge live tree that had to be taken down and then carried to the tree compost site at the end of the parking lot where I live. I left quite the trail and filled two vacuum bags with needles cleaning up the mess (which included the elevator and hallways). The good news is that my place is now clean and seems palatial now that the tree is safely tucked away.
I dragged through my walk afterwards, but completed the 5 miles I had planned for myself.
Will try again to go skiing today. There is a foot of new snow in the mountains, so conditions should be glorious. This is a true bargain as I get two sports for the price of one, the second being extreme winter driving. The roads appear to be open this morning. Glad I have my trusty Subaru Rexxie who is up to the task of driving in this. Plus, I don't need to install chains while getting sprayed with road slop!!!
So glad to have the tree behind. Would normally do this a week earlier, but just couldn't face it immediately post shingles shot. I think that one is behind me.....FOREVER!!!!
Haven't lost any more weight, but I have maintained the loss. Which means that I can get into my ski pants
Interesting lesson on clothing yesterday. I didn't change out of my ski clothes when I took down the tree or for my walk. So I had a super warm sweater plus silk long underwear. It was 39F and drizzly out - just bone chilling. But in my ski clothes, it felt like it was in the high 50s!! I was surprised at how chilly my place really is when I returned home and changed back into my velvet jeans and what I normally think is a warm sweater.
My new ski sweater is an interesting story. I have been on the hunt for more black cashmere turtlenecks hoping that someone was putting on eBay something that was basically new, but no longer needed in a Holiday upgrade. Unfortunately, the one I got was navy blue which doesn't go with most of my wardrobe. And then I realized that my ski pants are also navy, and that I my old cashmere ski sweater had bitten the dust late last season. Perfect!!! Especially since one of those wonderful Scottish cashmeres that are increasingly difficult to find. It fits like a dream. (Something similar in black is now on its way....high V neck, but that will also work just fine.)
I think that I will make a vat of pea soup when I return from skiing. I bought a super ham hock the other day at Bavarian Meats, and I have everything else other than the split peas. I even have fresh sage and the magic ingredient - parsnips! Filling, nutritious and cheap. I can freeze a huge container for later so I don't have to eat for weeks on end.
Shower beckons, then back into my ski clothes...… Wish me luck with Winter Sport #2! - Claire
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Heidihill we've been keeping an eye on it here. I never thought I'd have to cancel my running plans due to volcanic activity, but here I am. The hotel slipped a letter under my door about it, they've got masks at the front desk and all outdoor amenities are closed.
I'm just hoping the eruption is over quickly so the airport can open again in time for my work colleagues and I to head home when we're supposed to.
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Wow -- what a lot to deal with. Does the hotel have a treadmill? Or is this something you feel when breathing while in the hotel as well?
I got my 12 in today -- still feels like I'm running with someone else's legs but the heart rate issue I believe may be resolved. I feel like I've done permanent damage to my legs and back but hopefully once this drug is completely out of my system I'll be okay. I'll do a short run tomorrow morning before pre-op
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Good luck w/ your surgery!
True confession, I have yet to master running on a treadmill. I'm not uncoordinated anywhere else but that thing has defeated me the four or so times I've tried.
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edj, be careful! It sounds like a dangerous situation over there.
Good luck with your surgery, Iwave. The sooner it's done, the sooner you can start on the recovery!
Sounds like you got a workout just taking down the tree, Claire!
I went to Barre & Yoga & then spent enough time on the dreadmill (as I call it) to finish off the steps for the day.
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Remember remember when I told you that DS was thinking of getting second dog? Meet Luna:
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edj just saw the post of an eruption...prayers hope you are safe
Haven't written for awhile...I am good but SIL was formally diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer earlier this week...all good thoughts/prayers welcome... to Joyce
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Ruth - Luna is so cute!!!
Good walking day - 4 walks 25 or so minutes each and only 18+K steps. Not sure if I'll get 10K tomorrow. I leave at 7:00 for work and it really doesn't start getting light till 6:45. I have class 4 - 6 and then I have a meeting 7-8. Hopefully, if I'm not falling over after the meeting, DH and I can go for a walk. And I need to go for a walk during lunch....I used to be good about getting out of the building for at least 15 - 20 minutes, but not so much lately.
Last night started to get a cold - full blown cold - coughing, post nasal drip and headache!!
Claire - how tall was the tree - quite a task to take it down
Iwave - wishing you a speedy and easy recovery
edj - stay safe
Falconer - good for you on the run - nice weather 68!!
Want to go to sleep early - but don't want to be up at 3:00 am - so might push myself till the weather is over at 10:15 - Can't think straight tonight to do much of anything.
Sweet dreams
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TrmTab I am so sorry about your SIL.
That puppy is over the top adorable, who could resist that little face?
Yeah, this eruption is definitely concerning. My biggest fear, outside the air quality which is a real problem, is that we end up not being able to leave at the end of next week as planned.
I did a Barre workout yesterday, wow that is no joke. Getting ready to do HIIT since running outside is not possible.
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Barre is one of the hardest classes I take! Should you try to get a ticket out of there sooner, edj?
TT, does Joyce have a treatment plan is place yet? They have made some remarkable progress in lung cancer treatments, so she should not give up hope.
I will go to mat pilates at noon, sneak over to DS's for some puppy time this afternoon, go to Zumba this evening followed a Guided Meditation class.
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The airport is closed because of the ash, so no--can't leave early! Hope to leave on time and meanwhile i'm wearing a mask when I have to go outside.
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oh my -- so sorry you cannot get out!!!!!!
I did a 5 mile TM run -- my piriformis doing much better and my heart rate continues to be happy
I will get my surgery time between 5 and 7 this evening -- the pre op lady hinted it was going to be around 11 something so heck I ought to be able to get in a short glycogen depleted run in the morning -- lucky me
That puppy -- I want another doggie so bad. 2019 was a rough year for us.
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I thought about getting in a run the morning of my lumpectomy. What dissuaded me was that I wouldn't be able to rehydrate, and that lack of water might make starting my IV more challenging. So there's one data point to consider.
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true on the iv . . . i guess i'm just stressed about going back to ground zero and be ready in time for Boston -- but, at least this year I am running as a 64-year old . . . I'll save the top ten for when I move to the next age group. This is purely going to be about keeping the streak going. Hope my bike trainer is ready for me.
I am really intrigued by the barre classes -- we have a studio very close to my house.
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Thanks Ruth, I fear she doesn't have access to the best folks given other issues that she has had...that saying she went to hospital on New Year's Eve with stoke like symptoms, which were determined to be caused by a brain tumor. The brain tumor is going to get radiated this week. They have said it might be a one and done radiation? The plan for the primary lung cancer will be determined next week after further testing. I'm doing my own freelance research, but as the kid sister...my advice is not frequently given much weight...despite my experience.
Edj and all in weather hazards, stay safe.
Iwave...I would rather be hydrated. With my five surgeries, hydration was the key to quick initial recovery.
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Agree w/ TrmTab, being hydrated going into surgery is crucial. And iwaveatcows, your base fitness will still be there. You'll rock Boston and then you can boss me around on my own training plan
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Hello everyone! It's been a while since I stopped in! I came to the website to search something a friend mentioned and decided to say hello! Hope everyone is having a great winter an had wonderful holidays.
Still running regularly with my group and by myself. Registered for a spring marathon and training starts this week. It will be my 2nd full...usually stick to half marathons.
Ran 9 miles on Sat morning outside with my running group...felt like a balmy -30* Fahrenheit BELOW. But running with friends definitely makes the run go faster!
Looks like everyone is doing great!
iwavetocows...R u running Boston this spring?? Awesome!
Edj3..be safe!!
Ruth...LOVE Barre class!
Happy workouts and runs to all!
Friends and I after our run on Sat...a little cold!
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WOW WOW that cold run is making me shiver.
Yes to Boston -- will be my 8th one way or another :-)
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As you can see from Runnermum's picture, you do have to be crazy to live here in the winter!
I went over and helped DS herd (walk) the dogs this afternoon. Here are two pictures to make the dog lovers jealous!
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Gorgeous pup, Ruth. I can see that you are getting well trained. What a sweet face!
Yesterday proved to be quite the adventure. From an email that I wrote to a friend of mine. Today's main exercise was the shovel as needed to dig out my car. I haven't lost my touch. - Claire
Yesterday was the day when I got to fully appreciate the expression "home safe". There was finally snow in the mountains, and I was itching to go. Two places were open - Cabin Creek and Stevens Nordic. Cabin Creek is along I-90 and Stevens along US Rt 2, just 6 miles east of the high point. Because I-90 was closed (and traffic was backed up with a chains inspection), I set out for Stevens on Saturday. About 25 miles out, there was a big "Pass Closed" sign, so I came back home and took down my huge Christmas tree. That was a major production due to 1) huge, heavy tree and 2) leaving a trail of needles down multiple corridors and elevator as I carried it out of the building to the trees compost site at the end of the parking lot. I had to vacuum up the whole lot plus my apartment. Filled two vacuum bags and took about 3 hours!!!
Yesterday, things looked a lot more promising at Stevens, so off I went. A bit tricky driving towards the summit, but Rexxie and I made it just fine. Loving my new tires which I got back in August! All went fine (other than my ski wax wasn't up to the task so more trudging than skiing) until I went to leave. They had blocked the entrance to the parking lot, so I went back to the ski hut to wait it out. An hour later, they opened the eastbound lanes saying it would be a minimum of 3 hours westbound. So eastbound it was. This meant that I had the option of trying to find lodging and wait out the storm, or try to make it back via Blewett and Snoqualmie passes. I chose the latter as Blewett looked OK. I knew that Snoqualmie would be a challenging drive, and prayed that it would be open. It was. I did not underestimate the white knuckle drive that Snoqualmie would be, and Blewett wasn't much fun either. The worst was whiteout from blowing snow, and remember that I did both passes in the dark.
Stevens Pass is still closed as the problem was downed trees and wires with no ETA for reopening.
I was so relieved to hit the lowlands where all was calm and then made my way home. Stopped for 5 gallons of gas at the "we hose you" place, as the prediction was for snow in the lowlands, and I wanted to have at least half a tank. Made it up the back way to my place. As I got to the top of the hill, noticed a few flakes. Came home to 4" of heavy snow, but a piece of cake compared to the rest of the journey…. At least, I passed the winter driving refresher! About 100 extra miles of driving, at least a third of which was white knuckle. So glad I have my WRX. Rexxie handled it like a trooper.
That's my story, and I'm sticking to it. Hoping that the Nordic trails at Snoqualmie open this coming weekend. I can say that I am now primed for some real Nordic, and can't wait!
Leavenworth - a former mining town with a Bavarian veneer. Christmas lights were still up.
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Yikes, Claire. Glad you made it home in one piece! Beautiful pictures, but not fun for driving!!
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Wow, Claire, I feel like a total snow driving wimp! (even with my trusty Subaru...though are yours snow tires? Mine are only all-season, and I am debating whether I should get real snow tires...)
It hasn't snowed here in a while, but I got in some nice long
walking yesterday, on a quick overnight trip to Albuquerque (which is 2000' lower in elevation than here in Santa Fe, so a bit warmer). Here is a pic I took of some Sandhill Cranes landing from a flight, on the banks of the Rio Grande.
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White out conditions are no fun to drive in--heck, THAT was a workout of your heart, I bet! It would have been mine.
The airport is starting to catch up a bit and I'm hoping Taal is done with the worst. It's apparently a nasty little volcano. If you're interested, here's an article about it from the BBC.
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TT, I’m sorry to hear about Joyce’s dx. I lost my beloved aunt to stage 4 lung cancer. My heart is with you.
We are back to cold weather here so I did 45 minutes of yoga indoorsyesterday. Not as brave as you Runnermum
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