I have been working out at least two if not three to four times a week. In fact, I learned a new side stepping one which promises to burn fat and trim the thighs.
It does seem to be working because of of the comments I have been getting.
But I decided to add more to my challenge….
Meet my new dumb bells. These are 1kg each. I have another set, but 0.5kg.
So now i have little or no excuse now…..
I am on a mission! Desperately need to lose some weight. Also need to get fitter and leaner. So I decided to get some extra help.
They are only 1kg each but they help when I do side steps up and down. I can feel the pressure on my legs and I can feel the strain on the shoulders and back.
Now to work on the waist!
It’s hard. We know of more than one friend facing challenges right now. Why this sudden surge? We don’t know. All we know is that it’s becoming more common. The same problem – addiction. Addiction to the internet, to gambling, to drugs and to alcohol. For one, a place that could help might be the san diego drug alcohol rehab treatment center. The other, we think her parents will need to do further research first. Hopefully it will not be too long before she too gets help.
We live in a quiet neighbourhood despite it being very close to the city. We are blessed because when we get home, we can rest, unlike some of our friends who complain of the one of the stresses of modern living – the inability to sleep!
Of course there may be other factors which cause that problem. Often doctors would prescribe sleeping tablets. For me, if I had such a problem, apart from finding peace in God, I’d rather a non medication route. In their pursuit for sleep, one of our friends heard about a white noise maker as an alternative. This is new to me, but I’d certainly keep that in mind.
Each time I go on the machines, I am determined.
Each time I press the buttons, I am hopeful.
Each time I start any of the workouts, I am excited.
Each time I start to puff, I am telling myself – press on!
Each time I stand on the scales after, I am expecting!
I wonder if after all this, will I I need to change my wardrobe? Will I be able to go certain places to get some discount women’s clothing at my dream places rather than places where I’d rather not be seen at…. I am an optimist. I remain hopeful.
What with Christmas and now the Chinese New year, I have to get back to the gym.
My regime is simple. I am certain professional trainers would stare and possibly wonder how I could possibly imagine to making any effect….
Well, I do a brisk walk for 20-25 minutes. I stretch and move my arms as much I can as I stride.
Then, amply loaded with adrenaline and feeling stronger, I try to jog 5-10minutes. I can’t do more because my knee, or hip or back will (loudly) complain later. It’s only a little jog. I don’t run.
Then I also do some light weights for my legs, back and abdomen.
And of course I stretch to finish.
After that, it depends. I might grab a drink, pick up my kit, and head for the showers.
I hope to do this a little more often these days. Then I might feel better about putting away all that extra rich food…. especially this Christmas Cake!
Non-stop. We have been eating non-stop.
First, the Klang Bak Kut Teh. Awesome. Full flavoured tender meat.
Then there was the durian fest at the start and at the end of our trip.
Of course one mustn’t forget the other yummy dishes like mee goreng and assam laksa….
Ohhh how I need to lose the weight I have put on! And I had best do it before my insurance review comes round again. Otherwise I can forget about my previously good track record and throw away all notions of having a whole life insurance policy. Help! I need some radical workout or SOMETHING!
After the mad rush and run-up to Christmas, we are now rushing around to get ready for our holiday break. I wonder how much of a break it will be, seeing that there are still things to sort out and a few events to keep in view.
Furthermore, we have a few stops to make between now and here and our final destination. Already Arrow #3 is concerned about having bad nights of sleep and hard pillows…. We are tempted to take some comfortable bedding with us, you know, like those custom mattress which one can get. Arrow #3 is wondering if perhaps we could order ahead.
Hmmm I thought I was feeling my age and aches. Not a young thing like Arrow #3!
Lots of dancing for some of the musical production folk. Arrow #3 is one of them. She, who only did ballet till she was 5 years old, is quite a mover. A natural indeed.
But back to my original reason for writing – there are some who are aching. Some of the others aren’t trained either. So the muscles are aching.
Someone suggested that they do some stretching like the ballet dancers. Others have suggested getting a yoga mat and working out on that.
Whatever they decide on, I do hope they get a remedy soon. Otherwise it would be hard for them to continue for three nights!
I have been getting a flurry of sms-es. From my Dad.
My dad is 78. Thank God, he is reasonably healthy and fit, apart from the usual complaints which are normal for a person of his age. One other thing I am thankful for is that he does not need incontinence products. If that were to happen, my mother who is only 3 years younger, would probably need a lot of help then. Or else I will once again try to persuade them to move across the seas so I can care for then… which I doubt they will want.
Meanwhile, Christmas is coming up, and I guess he misses the Christmas he had last year where he was with us and had such fun…. I must call him shortly.
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