Well, I told my husband yesterday that I insisted that we rearrange our schedules so that I would have a regular time to exercise. I didn’t have much luck finding another mom in the neighborhood that was willing to swap child care duties with me so that we could each go to the YMCA. [...]
Every evening I have been accompanying my daughter, or husband, depending on who volunteers to walk the dog and have enjoyed mile-long walks. Sometimes, depending on the time we have available, we’ve even been going the long route along the park and lake for a walk that spans about 2.5 miles.
The exercise has felt [...]
It’s September! The kids started back to school today. I was freed up to take Sarah on a long wagon ride through the neighborhood and over to the park. It was probably two miles in all. I was sweaty when I returned, but probably would not have been if it weren’t [...]
Good news! The two older kids are finally going back to school next week. This means I only have to coordinate my activities around the toddler!
Sarah is at the age (17 months) where she doesn’t always enjoy long stretches in the stroller. So, while I can always take her with me to [...]
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I just got back from the YMCA and all I can say is whew! I feel good, like I knew that I would! (imagine James Brown)
I had a good workout. I don’t want to say great, but I will say a great starting point.
I plugged my earphones into the treadmill, tuned to [...]
It’s been a while since I actively exercised regularly. It’s often hard to find time to do it, given the demands of a young child. But, considering Sarah has been here for well over a year, I can’t continue using that excuse! Besides, I’m tired of being tired. I don’t [...]
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I’ve had quite a bit of success over the years losing large amounts of weight. I’ve seldom used fad diets, gimmicks, or pills. Instead, I’ve opted for reducing portion sizes and increasing physical activity. Eat less and exercise more!
However, after each success I’d inevitably rebound and regain most of the weight I’d [...]
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