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Old Sun, Jul-22-12, 10:30
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Would love to hear from others regarding their exercise programs and how they stay motivated!! My exercise of choice is my walk/jog (follower of the Jeff Galloway method of running). Having spent years thru the 90s and 2000s as a jogger (albeit sometimes sporadic) I returned to my love of jogging two years ago. I maintain my wt. (6 or 7 lbs. presently over my goal wt.) with my Somersizing way of eating that I love and my walk/jog and T-Tapp workouts which ends up being about 45 min. a day combined. I love to get out in the field across from my house and get my jog in on a dirt farm road (utilize the treadmill when it's bad weather). I'm trying to stay consistent and want to be more consistent with my workouts. Had a cervical fusion surgery in February so slow going but am gradually returning to regular exercise. Goal today is to get a 30 min. walk/jog in and then 15 min. of 0 impact T-Tapp.....Heading out shortly, luckily no wind here today but definitely warming up outside! Hope everyone has a good day and accomplishes all goals!!
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Old Sun, Jul-22-12, 13:17
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Feel like I broke through my exercise mental block today...Just finished a 30 min. walk/jog (Day 1 of Jeff Galloway's 10k training app)...I've only been getting out there about once a week, the last being 2 wks. ago so my goal is to stay consistent and get in a workout at least 4 days out of my week. When I got home I did my 15 min. T-tapp basic workout which works out my arms (which are getting flabby), legs and back muscles...taking it easy on the neck moves until I'm better healed from my neck fusion. It's easy to forget how GOOD it feels to get my workout done for the day, stress reducer...and just fun! It was almost 90 out so I also worked up a good sweat! Hope everyone is having a great weekend and great workouts!!
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Old Sat, Jul-28-12, 15:42
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Uuugghh...it took me 6 days to get back on my program...woke up the morning after my workout with a head/neck headache that continued for two days. Direct result of a little overdoing...5 mo. postop cervical fusion C5-7....trying to ease back into my walk/jogging so I know the drill and took the next few days to rest and heal. Walking is what my doctor says I'm supposed to do and my jog is barely a fast walk so it will just take time, that I know. Back at it today with 30 min. Day 2 of Galloway and 15 min. T-tapp basic workout (easy on the neck moves!)...feel good that I got it done and hopefully I'll wake up feeling good and get my Day 3 done!!
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Old Fri, Sep-07-12, 07:21
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At this point I'm doing absolutely NO exercising...this cold is taking it's time going away....at least our skies are almost clear from all of the wildfire smoke. Next week at the beach I intend to be jogging.....can't wait.
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Old Mon, Sep-24-12, 17:53
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Today I thought all day about exercising...I've read that when the mind is thinking about exercise it actually helps to prepare the body for the actual act of exercising.....My last exercise was eight days ago up on the coast...a beautiful walk/jog/run on the beach for 40 minutes...did Jeff Galloway phone app with my music...it was perfect. Was sore for about three days due to my lack of consistency.....
Today, finally this afternoon, I got my exercise clothes on and did my basic workout T-Tapp program....it felt so good to get my tendons and muscles stretched and moving. I'm going to make a big sign up where I can see it in the morning (probably on my bathroom mirror) and set my workout clothes out......I need to keep doing this.
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Old Mon, Sep-24-12, 19:02
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Okay...I have a sign taped to my bathroom mirror...jogging clothes are layed out in the bathroom...I get up early and have every opportunity to get my critters fed, me fed, a little stretching and can be out the door by 6:45 a.m. while it's still cool...out across the road, over the fence and head down the dirt road on the ranch across the way. Just 30 minutes and I'm done...I'll do Day #1 of Jeff Galloway's 10K workout for beginners. I have it set at a one minute walk, one minute run which last time I did it eight days ago was perfect pacing. If I can ever be consistent like I should be hopefully I progress from Day #1 to Day #2!!! Somehow writing it down I hope will be motivation for me when I wake up in the morning.....
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Old Tue, Oct-16-12, 21:22
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Hi Meg,

I think I will check out the Penguin group on Runner's World.
I've been reading RW for almost 20 years and always look forward to seeing it in the mail.

I'm trying to get motivated to continue running in the cold this winter. I'm really not a cold weather person. I love it when it's hot and sunny, the hotter the better. I guess Michigan isn't the best place for me
This past summer was awesome! The hottest one since I've lived here.

I have a spinning bike at home, so I can always get a workout in, but I really want to keep my running up so I think I'm just going to have to deal with the weather.

I would love to be able to do a fun run and just enjoy it without worrying about it. We have a couple of runs coming up later this month, but I think that's a little too soon. Maybe that should be a goal for 2013.

Hope you have a great day tomorrow,

Judy
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Old Wed, Oct-17-12, 18:39
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Hi Judy, I know what you mean about running in the winter...Your winters are very similar to mine...my sis used to live in Michigan and we were amazed how we would be having the same weather. That was back in the 80s tho so things might have changed...We routinely get lots of ice and snow and sometimes below zero weather still and I've lived here off and on for so many years so I have long underwear, wool scarves to wrap my neck in and gloves and a good running jacket.....I also bring my bike in and put the back tire up on the stand that holds the back wheel up with tension on the tire and enables me to use my bike in the living room. I'd much rather get my exercise outside tho so I'll be out there if it isn't too bad. Like I said about the fun runs my first one last year I was so nervous, it had been so long, but it was such a good feeling to do it. There were lots of people walking it and running as slow as I am! You should try just a 5k and you'll probably get hooked again. You look like you're at your goal weight which is great! I started at 144 and hit 129 just recently, got lower last year but I get too thin at 5' 4" if I go much lower than what I am. I like that running keeps me where I want to be with my weight as long as I'm consistent with it and with my way of eating. My goal is to stay at my present weight and I'm confident it won't be hard to do. I know I'm not going to gain any back ever, I love how I'm eating now and the running is just icing on the cake. And I love the 'zen' of it...When I went out this afternoon it was only 65 degrees which was perfect for me...then I can layer and had a light sweatshirt on. Anyway, I think running in the winter can be nice, if you have a lot of ice you might need some rubber grippers on your shoes. You should try to find a running group in your area...I live out in the country and don't have anyone to run with but if you're closer to the city I'm sure you could find a bunch of gals to run with...I miss having that.
Best wishes and hugs,
Meg
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Old Wed, Oct-17-12, 18:50
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Location: The Cascades....
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I got out the door for my run about 1:30 this afternoon...had grand plans to get out there this morning, it was such a beautiful crisp Fall morning and I had the running togs all laid out...but my son came over with my grandbaby to pick up the rototiller to use and we visited....It was tempting to just say 'oh well, maybe tomorrow'....and I'm still a little sore from day before yesterday...but yesterday was a rest day and I needed to get back out there. And then a friend yelled at me in her email to get my butt out the door...that was the extra kick I needed so I headed out. I'm taking things really slow, not pushing myself extra hard because since my neck surgery I really pay for it the next day if I overdo with horrible neck and shoulder pain. But I did a good solid 2.28 miles at a 15 min/mi pace (yes, I'm a proud Penguin)...I had just the right clothing on and it was a nice 65 degrees. I've gotten it in my mind that I want to get another big dog so I have a running partner. The hub runs but he does his own thing and we don't run together...that's okay with me because I'm listening to my Galloway program and my music and I like being by myself. But I used to have my big red dobie back in the 90s running with me every day and it's absolutely wonderful to have a big dog as a willing enthusiastic running partner. Doesn't get any better than that...She used to start spinning in circles when I'd grab my running shoes.
My dogs now are my precious little mini-schauzers but that won't work.....Anyway, we'll see......Ever since we lost our big black grizzly bear lab/golden retriever mix three years ago we're resisting getting another big dog, at least at this time...but I keep thinking about it. Anyway, I'm so glad I got out there today...I set that goal of doing it and I did and it feels good.
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Old Thu, Oct-18-12, 15:00
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A rest day from running today...my goal has been to do a run at least 4 days a week...have done three. Will run tomorrow and start the week again Sunday...I need those break days inbetween running days to get over my soreness...I had a three week break before I started again last Sunday so I've been really SORE this week....I know that once I get into a consistent routine that soreness will go away for the most part if I take my progress slow....
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Old Thu, Oct-18-12, 18:03
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Hi Meg,
I moved to Michigan from Iowa in 2007, and the first few winters here seemed much worse than the Iowa winters, even though Iowa gets pretty cold. The Michigan winter seems to last longer and there is a little more snow. I used to enjoy running in the winter, so it should be ok. I definitely prefer running outside to running on the treadmill.
I do like riding indoors and I like using “Spinervals” DVDs, which are like having a spinning class in your living room. I try to get in 4-5 days of cardio a week. My husband and I go to a gym for weight training too. I was diagnosed with osteoporosis this year (menopausal) so I am trying to build back my bone density.
Running is great for helping with weight. I want to stay at my present weight too. It’s not hard with the exercise.
My husband runs also, although we don’t usually run together. There is a small group here that I have met, and I’ve volunteered for some of their events. They are pretty fast, but maybe I can find a group of women who are closer to my pace.

Thanks so much for the encouragement! Keep in touch and have a great weekend!
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Old Mon, Nov-26-12, 17:04
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Again, I don't know why on earth I went so long since my last walk/jog......No excuses....I just have to make friends with my treadmill so when the weather is bad I'll get my 30 min. in inside the house...and then there are all of the other days that the weather was beautiful out....Won't think about that, starting with just today....The thing about exercise is that when I have big gaps inbetween runs my recovery time is so much more difficult. And as someone who definitely suffers from Seasonal Affective Disorder I know that I need the endorphin boost especially in the winter to keep my mental and emotional outlook good...My new outlook about my walk/jogs is that I'm not going to ratchet it up so much..in other words I'll stay at Day #1, then to Day #2 and then back to Day #1..(comfy for me with those days but if I go past that I get too discouraged) on my Galloway phone app workout...Today I did Day #1, 2.20 miles, ratio set at 1 min. walk/1 min. jog...did 31:20 minutes at a 14 min. mile, burned 213 calories. It was beautiful out, about 50 degrees, clear and sunny, worked up a good sweat...but I concentrated on a relaxing workout, kept my abs pulled in...and I never get tired of my Katy Perry and Black Eyed Peas music..over and over. I don't plan to sign up for any fun runs for 2013, at least that's how I feel right now. Don't need the pressure. Another goal is to start doing my little t-tapp workouts, only takes 15 min. to do and the stretches are so beneficial to me. I get discouraged when I increase my training distance with my walk/jogs and try to increase the times and then quit altogether...with my osteoarthritis and my potential for low back muscle strain I just intend to get in my walk/jog at least four times a week for 30 minutes and I should be doing my t-tapp every day. My problem is that I'm very goal oriented and I want to climb a mountain and keep increasing that goal but I overdo.....For today I feel very good that I got out and did what I did today.......wish I had someone that lived out here that could go with me, I'm thinking seriously about adopting a running partner dog! Ssshhhhh....don't tell the hub.
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Old Thu, Nov-29-12, 18:16
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Three days later...our rain storms blew in so not good weather for an outdoor jog...did some stretching and let my back rest and finally got on the treadmill for a good 30 minute jog/walk this afternoon, was able to easily keep my ratio using the treadmill timer...watched a good movie and it wasn't so bad. Worked up a good sweat and felt like I did something....Just need to be consistent from now on and on the days inbetween runs get my ttapp in. Am going to move my bicycle into the living room and put it up on the trainer...good thing to have in the winter.
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Old Sat, Dec-01-12, 14:35
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I think I found the perfect combo for my 30 minute workouts indoors when the weather is bad! I almost got my 'gear' on and ventured outside for my 30 minute run, the wind had slowed to just little gusts, the sun is out and it's a freakish 64 degrees...black stormy clouds blowing through with little rain storms...before I could get back out the door the wind came blowing in with a vengeance....no way I could run in that! I'd probably get killed by a giant tumbleweed sailing thru the air as they do up here. Came back in and did 20 minutes of ttapp, then some stretches, then 15 min. run on the treadmill. It was perfect and a goal is to get a ttapp workout in at least three times a week...the treadmill time went by fast and wasn't tortuous like it usually is for me. So at least three times a week I'll do ttapp anyway, and the days I can't get out for a run I'll combine the two. Dragged my bicycle out of the garage and dusted it off, set it up in the living room...need to pump the tires up still and adjust the tension on the trainer. Haven't been on it since my cervical neck fusion so not sure how I'll react to it but maybe two times a week I can just give it a try for 5 minutes or so...and I like having it in the living room staring at me for motivation...
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Old Sat, Dec-01-12, 21:31
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That sounds like a great workout Meg!

It's nice that you have a bike trainer and a treadmill to work with when you can't get outside.

Keep up the good work



Judy
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