Topic: Let's Post our Daily Exercise

Sep 25, 2020 08:34PM ruthbru wrote:

When I buy yoga pants now, I look for ones with pockets......same with walking/exercise shorts. It's going to be tough if I ever have to spend a whole day in 'real' clothes again!

Pat, I purposely make sure I spend in person time with people every week (outside; going for a walk, or a picnic, or just standing or sitting far enough apart and talking......which makes me very nervous for winter......). I also go to my exercise classes, which helps me a lot (even though I sneak in at the last minute, stay in my spot and tear out of there immediately when the class is done). I decided talking on the phone with someone is better than Zooming (although Zoom is alright with a group, but I'm pretty much over the novelty of it).I guess Carpe Diem needs to be our motto.

DH & I checked out a State Park today. We thought we better go while the weather was still good. The weatherman said that next week will be "much, much, much, much cooler". We did some fun hiking on a beautiful day through the gorgeous fall scenery.

Sep 25, 2020 08:39PM ruthbru wrote:

Sep 25, 2020 09:10PM ruthbru wrote:

Since it is exercise related, I will share this meme here. I love it so much!

Sep 26, 2020 10:08AM sweetandspecial wrote:

Did steep hill workout with a friend last night, 2.43 miles in 55 minutes. Today I’ll be getting in as much deck rail painting as I can, hopefully a good 7-8 hours, then more tomorrow before the weather turns. Have an awesome weekend

Sep 27, 2020 10:53AM Heidihill wrote:

Such gorgeous pics, Ruthbru!

I can't believe that Century 21 in NYC is going out of business! My last pair of designer leggings pre-lockdown will be a fitting souvenir of decades spent shopping there. I could still try them on then but thought better of it.

Had a nice long walk with the granddoggy off leash as next week it will be illegal in parks.

I will have to do the maximum number of pushups I can do (15? with slight incline) in honor of RBG. And some planks as well. My hair rises when I think of her being the first woman to lie in state in the Capitol.

Sep 27, 2020 07:13PM sweetandspecial wrote:

7 hours painting yesterday and another 6.5 today. If my calculations are correct I’ll need another 14 hours to complete the project. Hope there are enough good weather weekend days before it gets too cold to paint

Sep 28, 2020 09:23AM sweetandspecial wrote:

8 years today since diagnosis - at lunch break 9/28/2012. Seems like a hundred years ago now..................Life is good.

Sep 28, 2020 09:56AM pat01 wrote:

Congrats Sweet!

Ruth, I checked TJ Maxx when I did my retail therapy the other day, no luck. It shouldn't be so hard to find comfy pants with pockets - I know they exist!

Today I am in search of some more pickleball groups that welcome beginners - I played again yesterday, but it is becoming clear that I am not some peoples preferred partner - which I understand since I am not very good - yet! Playing with me as a partner right now guarantees a loss, and some people are too competitive. I really get where they are coming from, but the only way I will get better is through playing, so I need to find some beginner tolerant players who will encourage and teach.

Sep 28, 2020 01:08PM MinusTwo wrote:

I find comfy pant with pockets ONLY by shopping in the men's department. URGH.

Sep 28, 2020 09:18PM ruthbru wrote:

Pound this morning, Zumba tonight. It was cold and windy here today. Sadly, it's almost time to turn on the furnace.

Sep 29, 2020 09:17AM edj3 wrote:

Tried some power walking today (not running, I kept one foot on the ground at each step). Averaged 14 minute miles, which is so far from running I want to cry. I see the podiatrist tomorrow, thinking strong, healing bone thoughts.

Sep 29, 2020 12:16PM ruthbru wrote:

TT, how do they run size-wise? I usually wear a medium, but with TJ Maxx yoga pants, I need a large.

Doggie walking and Barre Sculpt for me today.

Sep 30, 2020 10:23AM pat01 wrote:

Thanks TrmTab - I have looked at the Lands end pants, especially their starfish pants, but I want a pocket I can stick my phone and readers into. But I agree with you, their quality is amazing, I have many tops from them.

Sep 30, 2020 11:54AM - edited Sep 30, 2020 11:58AM by Runnermum

Hi everyone! Its been a while since I checked in! I came on to read a BCO article that was shared on Facebook and decided to pop in here too. Wanted to chime in on pants...

Pat...I also would recommend Athleta. I have several pairs with a side pockets on leg and most also have a zipper pocket on back. Athleta offers several styles with different compression and for different uses..street wear, running, yoga, etc. They are a Gap company. More expensive but I have had a few prs of their tights for over 5yrs and still in great shape. Gap and Old Navy also offer decent leggings at cheaper prices. Most running brands have quality workout clothing too. Watch for sales! The issue I have with cheaper material is waist rolling down during some activities. Never fun to keep having to pull up leggings in the middle of a workout! Also have recently bought some leggings from a company called zyia. They are like a tupperware, pampered chef, Mary Kay, etc company. Not sold in stores but thru direct sales. A little cheaper than Athleta and quality seems good so far. And they have pockets!

EDITED to add about the belt that was mentioned in post above mine...I have a flip belt! Wear it all the time when running or walking...no bounce, holds my phone, Kleenex, keys, gels, etc. They are about $20'and well worth it.

I ran a virtual full marathon the end of August. Went very well and am currently training for a real in person half marathon the end of Oct. So excited. Fingers crossed it still happens. So over virtual anything right now. My St Judes Marathon in Dec also went virtual so will run that in Dec. Super bummed about that as it was supposed to be a girls trip/reunion weekend with 2 of my HS cross country teammates plus it benefits an organization that is dear to me. Hopefully we can do it next December instead.

Edj...hope the foot heals soon!

Hope everyone is well!

Ran last night so today is XT and yoga. Hope everyone is well!

Sep 30, 2020 12:12PM - edited Sep 30, 2020 12:32PM by ruthbru

Hi Runner! Good to 'see' you! Is it windy enough for you? (We are under a high wind warning; it's already blowing like crazy and gusts are supposed to be up to 50 mph later.)

The Walking Women took a walk uptown & around a pretty park. This picture is taken on the stage of an Arts Park where they have outdoor concerts etc. in the summer.