Yep - in all the glory. hehehehe It's getting better. Still haven't attempted any major running on it, but overall, I'm working on patience. OK... so this week, I managed to do a whole lot o nuthin. No worries ! I've kicked myself in the butt and did major gym stuff this holiday weekend. Although the stairs the other day... seriously needed to use the elevator on the way down !!! Took my poor calves almost 4 days to get back to not screaming at me. Oooops...
Today... the Smith machine. I love that thing. I know that it's not great, I know that
'real' gym rats use a barbell to do this stuff (fyi - pretty sure I'd injure myself somehow doing that). Today, reverse lunges with the bosu ball, plie squats, regular squats + for good measure (not with the Smith rack) some hamstring stiff leg dead lifts and some sit squats with a 20 pound barbell over the shoulders. Oh how I've missed the 'boys' side of the gym. HA ! I only did 25's on each side of the Smith machine ... remembering the good ol' days of 90 on each side... soon ... soon...
I got my Oprah email news letter the other day... and it was 10 ways to shape up outside. Some of these are great.. some I could create havoc with, but overall I liked 'em... and I might just buy a hula hoop !! - my favs:
Walk or Run a 5K
You are never too old to start moving, and there are hundreds of walks and runs you can participate in this summer to jump-start your healthy lifestyle. Women tend to put others first, so sign up for an event that benefits a charity. You'll feel more purpose and drive to do your best.
You are never too old to start moving, and there are hundreds of walks and runs you can participate in this summer to jump-start your healthy lifestyle. Women tend to put others first, so sign up for an event that benefits a charity. You'll feel more purpose and drive to do your best.
Hula's Hip
The classic youthful fad—the hula hoop—is back with a new fitness focus. According to the founders of Hoopnotica.com, "hooping" is a great way to burn calories and tighten the core. Creators Gabriella and Melissa started the movement when they needed to lose 50 stubborn pounds of baby weight. The fitness hoops are a little heavier and bigger—though there are portable hoops to take to the park—than the children's hoop you're used to. And a DVD gives you inspiration and basic moves to get lost in the swing of things.
The classic youthful fad—the hula hoop—is back with a new fitness focus. According to the founders of Hoopnotica.com, "hooping" is a great way to burn calories and tighten the core. Creators Gabriella and Melissa started the movement when they needed to lose 50 stubborn pounds of baby weight. The fitness hoops are a little heavier and bigger—though there are portable hoops to take to the park—than the children's hoop you're used to. And a DVD gives you inspiration and basic moves to get lost in the swing of things.
Skip It
No, not the workout...pick up a jump rope! Try jogging in place and just whipping the rope around in a figure-eight pattern. This helps you jump longer without misses. If you like skipping the rope, try different foot combinations like heel-digs, both-feet and high-knees.
No, not the workout...pick up a jump rope! Try jogging in place and just whipping the rope around in a figure-eight pattern. This helps you jump longer without misses. If you like skipping the rope, try different foot combinations like heel-digs, both-feet and high-knees.
OK.... and from Hungry Girl - this is sooooo good... seriously good... however, I'm not a HUGE fan of the Newmans dressing, I love Trader Joes though... and I imagine if you a dressing you like better, it'll work the same, just adjust calories accordingly.
Crunchy Sassy Chinese Slaw
PER SERVING (about 1 cup): 111 calories, 3.5g fat, 375mg sodium, 17.5g carbs, 4g fiber, 10g sugars, 3g protein --
PER SERVING (about 1 cup): 111 calories, 3.5g fat, 375mg sodium, 17.5g carbs, 4g fiber, 10g sugars, 3g protein --
Ingredients:
One 16-oz. package Mann's Broccoli Cole Slaw
1 cup canned water chestnuts, drained and sliced into thin strips
1 cup canned mandarin orange segments packed in water or juice, drained and chopped (and rinsed, if packed in juice)
1 cup chopped scallions
2/3 cup Newman's Own Lighten Up Low Fat Sesame Ginger Dressing
1/4 cup slivered almonds
Directions:
In a large bowl, toss all ingredients together, and mix well. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Stir well before serving. Enjoy!
MAKES 6 SERVINGS
soooooo.... I'm off to see the kid in a day or two and couldn't be more excited. I'll update when I get back.
Buy a Hula Hoop people !
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