Getting the mojo back

Jan 03, 2017, 08:10 AM

Okay so I already posted a thread on the other board about the fatigue I've been experiencing - it's made me sleep away my spare time and my exercise routine has slipped badly.

My energy is better today and I need to get out there again and so I'm writing this to psych myself up - I am going to get out there and run at least 5k, even though it's cold & windy, I need to move.

Lets do this!

Jan 03, 2017, 12:06 PM

Well I did do it but not too good - slow and tired but worst of all old knee problem flared up after 5k.

On the plus side I investigated a new route.

Jan 03, 2017, 03:53 PM

Good Job! (Mind over fatigue but go slowly and stretch until the knee is more cooperative--also walking is easier on the knees and counts)

Jan 03, 2017, 04:38 PM

Thanks, yeah many years of running and no knee trouble but this last 6 months on and off.

Will try swimming tomorrow.

Jan 04, 2017, 03:21 PM

Okay, so today I went swimming - first time in over a month, it was really nice I enjoy it - but feeling it tonight, tired and achy legs.

Yours_Truly · Jan 04, 2017, 03:25 PM

Congratulations!

Jan 05, 2017, 04:43 PM

I signed up to the gym today - feeling apprehensive as I've never really done the gym thing before. Best thing about this membership is I get to use the pool when I like.

Had a nice walk to a friends house in the afternoon winter sunshine, my mood felt better for the brightness.

Skeezyks · Jan 05, 2017, 05:33 PM

}}} prefabsprout ! {{{

Jan 06, 2017, 01:16 PM

Rock it Prefabsprout!!

Jan 06, 2017, 05:17 PM

Thanks for all the encouragement everyone

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Today was a rest day I guess because did not have time to swim as I hoped and weather was so poor. Was very busy with work and then cleaning and sorting laundry at home. Probably burned a few cals but not exactly toning.

Jan 09, 2017, 07:37 AM

Well this weekend I did not do too good as I was working both days and very busy, I just wanted to rest in my down time. Felt a little sad as my running buddies were all doing a local charity run, one I have done last 2 years, no way I could run that now (even if I was not working). I miss the camaraderie.

This morning was my day off so I went swimming first thing - 50 lengths, most I have done for a long time and lots of dodging as pool was busy, feel tired after that.

Tomorrow gym induction....

Jan 10, 2017, 07:29 AM

Gym induction this morning - went well and got an hours workout on the cardio - wow, that was hard work! Went on the cross-ramp and that whacked me.

Instructor was friendly and other gym users too - I even saw a friend there which was nice.

Jan 11, 2017, 12:26 PM

Went for a quick swim after work, feel nice and limber now.

Have been thinking about getting a bike for riding locally and commuting.

Jan 12, 2017, 02:58 PM

Back to the gym - still feel a little nervous there (haven't a clue what I'm doing), had a go on everything and got sweaty.

Jan 12, 2017, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by prefabsprout

Back to the gym - still feel a little nervous there (haven't a clue what I'm doing), had a go on everything and got sweaty.

Sweaty's good--toxins be gone...you are doing great!

Jan 14, 2017, 01:52 AM

Good resolution. Active and healthy new year start. Good luck

Jan 14, 2017, 07:29 AM

Anyone care to join me? You are very welcome to post your own fitness goals on this thread and keep me company.

This morning I got up earlier and went to the gym, it was busy so I had to keep my eye out for the machines I wanted to use, but I managed bike, elliptical and rowing. Got sweaty again so the toxins must be flying off me HopingTrying!

I have my body analysis next week (measuring my general fitness/fat ratio) and weights induction so I can use the weight training machines.

I am kind of missing running and my running group, but this new regime is good.

Jan 14, 2017, 12:01 PM

Ok in the spirit of getting it back--for the longest time I have been telling myself I am going to go back to yoga again. I used to love the heated classes during the winter months. I've been chicken because of chronic pain issues resulting from my attempt. However, I now mostly only suffer when I am tired or the weather is cold, so I have been wanting to give it a go. Given what's on the schedule--a Tuesday or Thursday class will be best for my now wimpy self. I do walk 4.5 miles per day with H, no matter what the weather is....

Jan 14, 2017, 12:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Hopingtrying

Ok in the spirit of getting it back--for the longest time I have been telling myself I am going to go back to yoga again. I used to love the heated classes during the winter months. I've been chicken because of chronic pain issues resulting from my attempt. However, I now mostly only suffer when I am tired or the weather is cold, so I have been wanting to give it a go. Given what's on the schedule--a Tuesday or Thursday class will be best for my now wimpy self. I do walk 4.5 miles per day with H, no matter what the weather is....

That's a great walk distance, well done - and nice that you share it with your husband too.

I would like to get to some sort of yoga/pilates too, like you I did yoga years ago but had an injury. I was tempted to push my stretches a little too hard sometimes and I am not very flexible.

What is your favourite pose? I like the tree.

Jan 15, 2017, 03:39 AM

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Originally Posted by prefabsprout

That's a great walk distance, well done - and nice that you share it with your husband too.

I would like to get to some sort of yoga/pilates too, like you I did yoga years ago but had an injury. I was tempted to push my stretches a little too hard sometimes and I am not very flexible.

What is your favourite pose? I like the tree.

It's not a single pose but my favorite sequence is a lot of sun salutations done to very fast paced music. My hips are fairly flexible but I still like how a lot of the hip stretching poses feel so for a single pose that really feels good when I am warmed up, I pick half pigeon (for each side).

Jan 15, 2017, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Hopingtrying

It's not a single pose but my favorite sequence is a lot of sun salutations done to very fast paced music. My hips are fairly flexible but I still like how a lot of the hip stretching poses feel so for a single pose that really feels good when I am warmed up, I pick half pigeon (for each side).

Ah, you sound a good yoga bunny.

I used to get muddled up doing sun salutations even slowly, and my hips aren't flexible like yours. Good thing about yoga is we can modify for our own bodies.

Just a short walk today in the sunshine after work, gym & pool shut early on Sunday.

Jan 16, 2017, 01:15 PM

Swim this morning and then gym after volunteering. Feel like I'm getting a pattern.

I do feel my energy levels are better than a few weeks back - combination of less hours at work and maybe exercise too.

Full body analysis and weights induction tomorrow - yikes!

Jan 17, 2017, 07:58 AM

Oh blimey O'Reilly, full body analysis

and weights today!

The analysis wasn't too bad, my BMI is fine, body fat fine. My waist hip ratio is not ideal (basically I need to work on narrowing my waist - I am a straight up and down-ish sort of shape) and my muscle mass is low side of normal (particularly my upper body, no surprise as I was a runner).

I did find the weight machines a struggle at times, and this was with light weight settings! Also they were fairly complex in terms of settings so I was struggling to take the info in - me and technology do not get on so well.

I realise this weakness means this is what I should be focussing on but I am out of my comfort zone.

Jan 17, 2017, 08:03 AM

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Originally Posted by prefabsprout

Oh blimey O'Reilly, full body analysis

and weights today!

The analysis wasn't too bad, my BMI is fine, body fat fine. My waist hip ratio is not ideal (basically I need to work on narrowing my waist - I am a straight up and down-ish sort of shape) and my muscle mass is low side of normal (particularly my upper body, no surprise as I was a runner).

I did find the weight machines a struggle at times, and this was with light weight settings! Also they were fairly complex in terms of settings so I was struggling to take the info in - me and technology do not get on so well.

I realise this weakness means this is what I should be focussing on but I am out of my comfort zone.

But you DID do some weights, so good for you!

Jan 17, 2017, 12:17 PM

Thanks, yes I'll try mixing in a little weights from time to time.

I am making a decision not to worry about the waist/hip ratio - I think it is my build.

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