Day 78: T-Ball is Exercise

Today I went walking the track at Henry Brigham. I always have the kids with me when I go there because the track goes around the playground. It's easy for me to keep eyes on while I get my fit on. Still I always end up stopping short of my planned workout so I can spend some QUALITY time with the little one running at my heels. So, I ended up stopping after almost 2 miles to play T-Ball with my little men (The young ladies were too busy socializing). I mean, you would think T-Ball with a 3 and 5 year old would be pretty laid back. But nooo... AJ hits line drives and home runs all day long, so I'm a running deep. X on the other hand "bunts" the ball and I end up running up to get it. I was exhausted before we even got started. So... workout... YES! Plus, I checked the Spring Break quality time box. I love killing 2 birds with one stone.

Day 77: Two is company, Three is... even better

So, today it was off to the Riverwalk. I honestly didn't know what to expect in the way of company. I was pleasantly surprised to see Dixie walking on the curb in the parking lot. And an even bigger surprise was that Shonda was waiting for us about half way up on the bridge. We had a great walk, some good laughs, and the weather was wonderful. You couldn't have asked for a better day. My only regret was that I did not bring my walk, which doubles as a pedometer and calorie counter. So, I don't know how far I walked today. But that doesn't matter. Getting out and getting moving is what counts. And today... I did that and loved every minute of it.

Shonda and Dixie were excellent company.

 

Look at the beautiful background.

Weigh-ins

I saw on  another blog were they were weighing and taking pictures of the scale... I went, Wow, I like that. So here it is. I'm hoping this will lead to more accountability from me and a little bit reality for you. Here's the first Scale Photo weigh-in.

April 4, 2011- 182.0 lbs.

Day 76: Everyday is an Adventure

So, today I went down to Diamond Lakes Park to walk and enjoy the wonderful weather. It was really nice. But you know me. It had to be an adventure. So, I have a story... wanna here it... here it goes...

So I start out with all of my gear: water, towel, phone, camcorder, MP3 player... I have it all. And I had it inside my little lunch bag. I start out walking the entire first 1.2 miles. But on the second go round I decided to walk/jog. Well, 3/4 of the way I realize, I had dropped my phone. So, I back track. On the way back I run into Mitchell. She'd seen my post and come out walking with her daughter. (AWESOME!) However, I must find my phone before I can get with them. I keep walking around and I run into one of my students walking with her mother and sisters. (COOL!) I tell them that I'm looking for my phone and if they see it, it's mine. Well, I don't get that much farther when my student comes running through the trees shouting, "I found your phone!" Instant relief hit me. So I chatted with my student and her family a little longer and then went to finish the track with Mitchell. So, I know that I went 2.4 miles... but I don't know how much more with the back tracking. No matter. It was a great workout with even better company. The track is long with trees and small hills, which I like. You can take a look at it in the video below.

Day 75: A walk in the park

I was supposed to go to the gym today for that awesome class, however childcare was iffy. Still, I didn't let that discourage me. I loaded the kids into the van and we headed to the local park. They played on the playground while I walked/jogged on the track. Before it was all said and done I did 2 miles and had a little bit of QT with the little ones. It was a pleasant trade off.

Here's me at the park. Gettin' my sweat on. Join me any day this week. REMEMBER: Tomorrow I'll be at Diamond Lakes Park, 10am.

Jumper Cables for a Fit Lifestyle

So, it's Spring Break. And it's come to me that I have a full week to focus on living healthy and happy. I'm already off to a great start because yesterday I took my little get fit crew to near by park and we walked. Today I'm going to my 3pm fitness class. I haven't been in the longest time... But I'm going today.

Oh... Just had great idea...

I'm sending out via blog, email, and facebook locations to meet and walk this week. So, if you are available... Come on out. Don't forget to bring walking shoes, water, and a towel.

Monday: 10am Diamond Lakes Park, Parking Lot in front of the Library
Tuesday: 5pm Riverwalk, Parking Lot by the train tracks
Wednesday: 2pm Henry Brigham Senior Center, off Golden Camp Road

I know the locations and times jump around, but it's on purpose. Hopefully changing it up will allow everyone an opportunity to come out at least once. I'll post more places and times after I get to talk to a couple of folks (send me any other times and places that work for you). Hope to see you there.

Day 74: Sneak Peek

So, today was the first time in FOREVER that I've been to zumba... and I didn't realize until today that there are still some people (like my mom) who don't even know what zumba is... so for all of you who don't know, here's about a 20 second sneak peek into the latin/hiphop world of zumba. Hopefully next time I can get to class early and you'll get to see what at least one whole song worth of zumba looks like. It's upbeat, fun, and a definate workout. Zumba classes are offered here at the local Y and some other community centers. Danielle even told me that Zumba has spread like wild fire in Korea with wall to wall classes and Zumba parties. So, if you haven't tried it, it's worth a look. And trust me, you might get hooked.
P.S. This whole camcorder thing is going to have me wearing makeup more often. Please excuse the washed out look... I'll do better next time. :)