Week 4 – (April 16 - April 22) – Monday night I snuck a peek at my weight again. Down only 1 lb. But then I started to think. One pound per week for a year. That is 52 lbs. I can do that! Then I quickly came back to today. I don’t want to think too much about next week or next month or next year. Just today and tomorrow for now! I like to plan, but then when the plans don’t work out, I do get sad.
The meeting was good. Sue talked about exercise. After our program and a little fun with Ashley and Tammy while doing Sue’s exercises we sat down with our group and talked a bit. Tammy pointed something out that really hit home. I really needed a buddy to work out with. She and I know that I am a social creature and I need to have someone there to keep me going, to make it fun, and to hold me accountable. So…geeze…I have LOTS of friends that workout on a regular basis. I work at the Y but I NEVER use the Y. I decided that night to sit down and write my friends. I know that one person can’t work out with me every day or even 3 times a week at a time that works for both of us, but I am sure I can find a couple people to do one day a week with me!
Here is what I wrote them:
My request was answered instantly by my friend Frances. She not only said yes, but did exactly what I wanted. She gave me a day and a time and a place. Later everyone responded. Not everyone could help. Everyone wanted to, but some just could not commit to a specific day and time each week. This is what I really was looking for and needed, but I totally commend them for answering me and knowing where their life limits were. I love them all so much and that is why I had asked the friends I asked. So it was set. Rachel was next to respond and the way my week was, I was to start Thursday with her! The rest would start the week after.
The Wednesday workout with my group was good. I choose to stay with those that took it easy on their knees. I rotated between the bike and the elliptical. I mostly did this because I was afraid that the ones that didn't join us on the track would not enjoy their workout as much and them may feel alone if they were by themselves. I didn't care where I worked out, I just knew if it was me that was needing an altered workout, it wouldn't be as fun way from the group. It was an ok night, but I wished their was more variety of what we do in our group. Walking was ok, but as I sat on the bike and watched the circuit training class, that looked fun. Anything different is fun. I left sweaty and feeling like I did get a workout in.
The other thing that was bothering me this week was how tough it is to come back at night for group learning and my group workout time I choose. I already work on Tuesday nights and now I am gone on Mondays for weigh in and learning and Wednesdays too. My workout buddy for Thursday is at night as well. It is beginning to be difficult to come back and I REALLY hated missing dinner with my family. Why do they choose 5:30pm for anything like this? I know why, I am just complaining that it is becoming an obstacle that I will need to change soon.
Thursday I walked with Rachel on the track in the Wellness Center. I planned on doing some couch to 5K training with walking and running, but I was not really into running at all, a bit scared too. Being that I haven't worked out all that much, I decided just a long fast paced walk would be good. And it was good! Thanks Rachel! She was supportive and that is what I needed. I know she will get on me if she feels like I am not doing enough.
Friday was the Cubs Game...of course! I went with my friend Sue and ate too much food and drank some bad stuff too. But...Tomorrow is a new day! The weekend was uneventful. Saturday night I went out with friends to see an awesome band and I danced. Otherwise I didn't do too much, but it was relaxing and recharged me!
Dear Friend, 4-16-12
As you may know, I have been trying to make some healthier choices when it comes to my life. It is becoming apparent that I need to get back in the habit of exercising on a regular basis. Well, you all know I am a social being...so I am going to ask some of you to help me. What I am looking for is a workout buddy. Obviously no one has a schedule quite like mine and none of us have any extra time to give, so I was thinking if I ask all my active friends, maybe each one of you can give me one tiny bit of time once a week so I can see you and catch up and also get a little exercise. I will do anything. I will try anything. So I can swim, bike, weight-lift, volleyball, racquetball (if you teach me), dance, jog (a little), take a class, walk, or do some yoga. I need you and I need variety. So what I am asking you to do is to respond to me by telling me either that you are interested in possibly helping me, or tell me at this time that you are a bit too busy to commit to a day. I will call you or talk to you and we can set up a day/time/and place. And if you can't, I will totally understand and will still be your friend forever. What I do need to happen is if you say yes, and we decide to do this, please keep it up with me for at least one month. I need this. I need to get this to be a habit. I have to try.
Thanks, Tracy C
My request was answered instantly by my friend Frances. She not only said yes, but did exactly what I wanted. She gave me a day and a time and a place. Later everyone responded. Not everyone could help. Everyone wanted to, but some just could not commit to a specific day and time each week. This is what I really was looking for and needed, but I totally commend them for answering me and knowing where their life limits were. I love them all so much and that is why I had asked the friends I asked. So it was set. Rachel was next to respond and the way my week was, I was to start Thursday with her! The rest would start the week after.
The Wednesday workout with my group was good. I choose to stay with those that took it easy on their knees. I rotated between the bike and the elliptical. I mostly did this because I was afraid that the ones that didn't join us on the track would not enjoy their workout as much and them may feel alone if they were by themselves. I didn't care where I worked out, I just knew if it was me that was needing an altered workout, it wouldn't be as fun way from the group. It was an ok night, but I wished their was more variety of what we do in our group. Walking was ok, but as I sat on the bike and watched the circuit training class, that looked fun. Anything different is fun. I left sweaty and feeling like I did get a workout in.
The other thing that was bothering me this week was how tough it is to come back at night for group learning and my group workout time I choose. I already work on Tuesday nights and now I am gone on Mondays for weigh in and learning and Wednesdays too. My workout buddy for Thursday is at night as well. It is beginning to be difficult to come back and I REALLY hated missing dinner with my family. Why do they choose 5:30pm for anything like this? I know why, I am just complaining that it is becoming an obstacle that I will need to change soon.
Thursday I walked with Rachel on the track in the Wellness Center. I planned on doing some couch to 5K training with walking and running, but I was not really into running at all, a bit scared too. Being that I haven't worked out all that much, I decided just a long fast paced walk would be good. And it was good! Thanks Rachel! She was supportive and that is what I needed. I know she will get on me if she feels like I am not doing enough.
Friday was the Cubs Game...of course! I went with my friend Sue and ate too much food and drank some bad stuff too. But...Tomorrow is a new day! The weekend was uneventful. Saturday night I went out with friends to see an awesome band and I danced. Otherwise I didn't do too much, but it was relaxing and recharged me!
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