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Welcome to the January Exercise Thread

bopper — Sun, 28 Dec 2014 21:02:58 GMT

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bopper — Sun, 28 Dec 2014 21:03:26 GMT

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bopper — Sun, 28 Dec 2014 21:04:16 GMT

Hey all, I started the January a couple days or so early so I wouldn't forget. Hope everyone is enjoying their Holidays!

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Iluvlucy — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 13:37:17 GMT

Happy 2015 everyone! Hard to believe.

Going to work-out this morning and take down the outside lights and trees. We have a birthday party at 3 then we're cleaning the church with 2 other couples.

One of my gf's is going to go to CrossFit with me for a month trial and another one is thinking about it. I hope so, that would be so fun! I'm thinking of doing CrossFit 3 times a week and FIT twice a week, then Saturday will be my long run day. Another gf is coming tomorrow morning to run and walk with me...she wants to see the base and my routes, our house, etc.

Yesterday I was trying to remember the last year that my son hadn't been hospitalized...I'm thinking 2004. A long time, I know that much...and we're praying like crazy this medication is going to work and that he'll be able to get off at least one of the 3 bad ones that he's on. They're really the only goals I have or care about. Oh...and praying dh doesn't have to deploy...ugh. Can't seem to get an answer on that one.

Well bopper...once again, thanks for keeping this going. Waving to everyone and hoping we all have a blessed year.

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nomless — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 21:13:42 GMT

Patty, you have a plan. Yea! I hope that your gf's will join you. Prayers for DS and DH.

Hi, Bopper, enjoy your day!

I spent the morning getting workout records sheets ready to go for 2015 and cataloging the few DVDs I got this year. I realized that even with Collage's return, I haven't really gotten back into the site, so am not up-to-date about new dvds. I checked today and saw that Katami has a couple of new ones. I certainly don't need them now. I haven't used my DVDs much this year, preferring to go to the workout room, but I'm gong to try to get back into DVD workouts this year, especially for strength training, and for cardio on days when the gym is too busy. I do best when I'm following a program, it keeps me disciplined. I might give Katami's program a try.

To our posters and lurkers alike (including you, Cater!), I wish you all a happy and healthy 2015.

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bopper — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 21:24:11 GMT

Happy New Year everyone!

We didn't make it to midnight last night but that's no surprise!

Today we are watching the Michigan State game and the Winter Classic.

Went snow shoeing and the woods were beautiful and we've been home about an hour and it looks like a snow storm now. Blowing and snowing to beat the band. Wow, what a difference an hour can make!

Cooking a ham for our dinner, just hubby and me.

Nomless I haven't been to the collage site for a long time either. I should go look again. Glad you are making a game plan,that always helps.

Pppmint hoping and praying DS can get off one of the meds and keeps improving and DH doesn't have to deploy...I can't even imagine how I would feel. Keeping you in prayer. Glad you have recruited some GF's to join you in CF!

FUTURE are you home or going to someones today?

Tony, Cater, Judy, Okie dokie, and all our new friends, a big Hello!

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cater — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 21:35:42 GMT

Nomless , you really just cracked me up with your little note. Yes I am here just reading how all of you are working your bodies. I hope everyone of you have a healthy, happy, and blessed New Year and that you are surrounded with family, good friends and good times. You all deserve the best of what ever is offered to you. Thank you everyone. Enjoy your New Year Day dinner I am doing the pork and sauerkraut etc. for everyone who decides to come through these doors today.

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FUTURE — Thu, 01 Jan 2015 21:40:34 GMT

Hi, all!! Well, I was going to spin, but the roads were iced over, so I nixed that. I'll do Pilates or something later. Did laundry and other household chores this am. Got a big old pot of beans going right now. Hubby is going to make some spreadsheets for the new year for all kinds of goals that we have. We had a great time with friends last night. It was really fun! I'm surprised I made it to the ball drop -- lol!! Hope everyone has an awesome start to the New Year!! Happy 2015, everyone!

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lucylover64 — Fri, 02 Jan 2015 07:34:51 GMT

Going to the gym tomorrow NO MATTER WHAT! Happy New Year Everyone!

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Iluvlucy — Fri, 02 Jan 2015 15:22:09 GMT

Hi everyone! We had so much fun at the birthday party yesterday...I learned a new dice game called Tenzies...very easy but fast-paced and fun...and loud!

I have the downstairs all cleaned, just have to do my bedroom and bedhseets but will tackle that after my gf and I are done. I'm waiting to go meet her now(have to meet off base then drive her through the gates).

So glad to see cater! And lucylover, I'm a Lucy lover too.

nomless and FUTURE...sounds like you guys have quite the plans going...lol!

bopper...thank-you! I woke up at 2 a.m. with a start, had a dream he was sick again...think it was because we were talking about everything he's been through at the party yesterday. Had it on my mind.

I'm very tired and she wants to do 10 miles like we used to...ay. I finally got out of bed at 4:50 and dh was yelling at the Ohio and AL game last night which made Lucy bark and they both startled me which made me not able to sleep...lol!

Waving to everyone!!

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tony14smoke — Fri, 02 Jan 2015 23:48:29 GMT

Hi Everybody! Happy New Year!! Seems like you are all doing well- tho thinking of your son, patty. All is fine with me. We are supposed to get snow tomorrow- the ground is bare and Christmas was close to 50! not the Massachusetts weather that I am used to- and, yes, bopper, you may keep your cold and snow!

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Iluvlucy — Sat, 03 Jan 2015 13:38:30 GMT

Happy Saturday! Rain all weekend here...we're in the 40's now then tomorrow is supposed to be 75*! But it will be raining all day...then we'll go from 75* to 19* by Wednesday...ugh...hate the up and down, terrible for sickness and allergies.

Hi Tony!! So nice to see you...and thank-you. Yes, my gf moved up there and she said it's been a very mild winter for them which is not the norm.

My gf and I did over 10 miles yesterday! She wants to start meeting one night a week at Mt. Trashmore so that's what we're planning on. She's a GOTR(Girl's On The Run) coach which is a wonderful program if you're not familiar with it.

Today is a gym day thanks to the rain.

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nomless — Sat, 03 Jan 2015 14:53:25 GMT

Hi all. Back to work on Monday....trying to get psyched for it. I saw an infomercial for a new program by Tony. P90. Shorter, more basic workouts than X but a step up from the old Power 90 which is where I started. 10 workouts.IIRC. I love Tony, so I'll probably get this one. Too bad Q dropped him. He wasn't on at all in 2014.

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Yesyesyes568 — Sat, 03 Jan 2015 15:40:28 GMT

I just ordered Peggy Cappys EASY YOGA:THE-SECRET TO STRENTH AND BALANCE WITH PEGGY CAPPY. I'm 64 and it's never too late. I've practiced yoga throughout the years on and off. But I have to start doing it regularly. Or I'm going to end up helpless like my mother with weak legs. I already have and live with debilitating back pain and fibromyalgia arthritis bursitis so on and so forth. It's a lot. Plus Im on oxygen. I was a lap swimmer until 7 years ago and I walked a mile a day before I opened my BUISNESS and oh, I swam a mile and a half a a time. I used weights and stretch bands until I got sick, now I'm a ...MESS, laying around in pain. I gotta do yoga with Peggy, she's GREAT. I love her on PBS. I bought her DVDs on Amazon. I'm excited:0) so even a sick gal who previously excercised all my life is not giving up, I really am looking forward to this. I'm soooo excited. Good luck girls)

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nomless — Sat, 03 Jan 2015 17:11:11 GMT

Hi, Maggie, thanks for stopping in and sharing your story. Your attitude is great. It's awesome that you've found a yoga trainer you like and have a dvd on the way. Maybe you've noticed that we who post here are all shapes, sizes, ages, and fitness levels, but no matter where we're at, our goal is simply to be better. It's a great group, we inspire each other to keep going. Please keep us posted in how you're doing. I wish you a terrific 2015 !

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FUTURE — Sat, 03 Jan 2015 19:35:57 GMT

Hi, all! Welcome, Maggie! Love that spirit, girl!! Today I did spin. My goodness, it was rough for some reason, but I made it through! Came home and made a huge skillet of onion, red bell pepper, egg whites, and a little cheese. Plus a piece of whole grain toast with PB. I was starving! I have company coming in a bit, so I need to get fixed up and finish getting the house in order. I hope you all have a nice weekend. It's rainy and cold here, but I don't mind it!!

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bopper — Sat, 03 Jan 2015 23:16:29 GMT

Hi everyone, Happy New Year to you all.

Nice to mee out new friends and please keep coming back. It's nice to see what other people are doing..

Maggie thank you for sharing your story with us. I too need to do more yoga, I'm very tight. I am not that far away from your age bracket and the key is always to keep moving. Your on the right track for sure.

We are on a weather advisory for tonight into tomorrow for gale winds and 8 inches of snow, then 0 for highs the rest of this coming week so Winter is so here.............. good thing I am a snow shoe lover as I go out my door and get to the woods and enjoy the beauty.

I got a disc gear finally that holds 80 dvd's so I organized my dvd's in there and I can not toss the "jackets"....I kind of got attached to those jackets though as I do enjoy reading the backs but its too much clutter...I have over 50 in there but there is room for more. I actually have a pile I'm giving to my girl friend that I never do and why fill up the disc gear with ones I won't use.

We had a Surprise BD party last night for my hubby. My sons organized the whole thing and we had about 50 people show up. He was totally surprised and my Granddaughter had to play the actress to get gramps to the place we were holding it in. It was very nice and he enjoyed himself visiting with old and new friends.

I have most of my decorations down, a few things are up but they aren't in the way or anything so I enjoy my lights in the window.

Watching the NFL play off games now..and snuggling with Logan ( for those that don't know him) he's my beautiful Sheltie..

Have a great rest of your day!

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bopper — Sun, 04 Jan 2015 21:12:15 GMT

Hey all, I"m following myself so won't repeat.....woke up to a snow storm. Was going to go to lunch with my sister and BIL for my hubbies BD but that isn't happening. We can't even get out of the driveway and our subdivision hasn't been plowed. People are plowing through it though...but it's not nice out!

Watching the NFL play off games...GO LIONS! ( yes I know they have had some dirty moves) ruins the whole teams reputation and I don't like it.

Enjoy your Sunday Funday!

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bopper — Mon, 05 Jan 2015 17:38:31 GMT

Morning, are you guys playing a joke on me! This is the 3rd time I'm following myself

Checking in with 3 miles on the treadmill and some free weights. Mighty cold here -12 when i got up with wind chills in the - 30's, schools are closed almost everywhere. But the sun is out, so I'm Ok with it.

Like I said before i won't repeat myself, and have no other plans for today other than I need to do laundry and do my floors so you all have a great day!

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nomless — Mon, 05 Jan 2015 17:46:24 GMT

Hi, Bopper. Time got away from me for sure. It's a bummer that you're buried in snow. Here, it's bitterly cold, but only an inch or so of snow. Major streets are OK, so getting around town isn't too bad.

It won't be a surprise that I did end up ordering Tony's new P90. I've been so bad lately re: workouts that I feel I should start at the beginning again, and this program contains good, basic workouts. Besides, I like Tony. He's the guy I started with in 2008, and he still motivtates me, with his "do your best, forget the rest" and "just show up." While I'm waiting for it to arrive, I'll probably do Katami or something. Definitely a DVD, though, 'cause when I get home from work, I certainly won't feel motivated to get to the gym in the dark and sub-zero temp!

Yes, it's back to work today. Ugh. I sure liked my time off. It will take awhile to get back into a routine.

Have a good week, everyone.