I know I keep going on about this like a stuck record, but I am feeling my age. I am not happy with being in my 40s. I miss my 30s. I'm struggling with lots of things, trying to maintain a hold of my sense of direction. What annoys me intensely though is I know of one thing that will help. It's called E X E R C I S E. I've put on weight, I'm starting to ache in my joints, I feel lumpy and frumpy and lacking in energy. I need a hit of those endorphins that rush through you when your heart rate's up and the lactic acid pumps through the muscles. So, why don't I do it? Well, the old lame excuses. I don't have the energy, the time, I have too much else to do...Today, Jamie Ridler's wishcasting prompt asks us what we wish to make a fresh start at.... Well, you know Jamie maybe I should spend my lunchbreak today exercising. What do you say? Shall I stick on one of my DVDs and leap about a bit in front of the television? I very rarely even take a lunchbreak these days, spending far too much time here in front of the pc. I haven't even had my recurring dream about running (and often winning!) a marathon for ages... and I miss it...
OK, that's it. Decided. Fresh start beginning today. Exercise at least three times a week. I have my DVDs, my mini-stepper and my bike. Now my boy has learnt to ride his without stabilisers we can go off together at weekends and explore the local bike trails too. Lots of fun to be had.
I'm off to weigh myself and measure my waistline so I can set a target. Watch this space...
Postscript: Ha! Just read Connie's post on the same subject - she's getting back into yoga. We are on a similar wavelength. Watch out for all us fit women running around in a few weeks. See what you started Jamie!
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I'm on a diet too. :) But my luck is that everytime I decide to loose weight someone brings me cake. And I cannot resist cake! :)
ReplyDeletewish you luck!
As Lisa wishes for herself, I wish for her also! *hugs*
ReplyDeleteAs Lisa wishes for herself, I wish for her as well. I think it would be great to start an on-line group where we support each other in our endeavors to get fit.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your fresh new start..shine on!! all the best on your new adventure!
ReplyDeleteAs Lisa wishes for herself, so I wish for her also.
ReplyDeletegood for you! I could have written this post myself, it's hard to get motivated to exercise when there are many other things to do, but it's not easy without energy.
ReplyDeleteI remember a quote I read once, that says something like this 'make way for exercise, or make way for illness'.
3 times a week is not so bad, I know you can do it!
xoxo
betty
Moving my body is a big challenge for me too. Specially since I tend to overdo it when I start again which leads to me to stop moving. Wicked cycle.
ReplyDeleteAs Lisa wishes for herself,so I wish for her also.
This was almost my wish today too! Good luck, exercise is so important for creative expression, too.
ReplyDeleteAs Lisa wishes for herself, so I wish for her as well.
I know what you mean about exercise. I find every excuse in the book. I"m also in my early fourties and feel achy and always out of breath. I think if anything exercise would help. Thats a great idea about bicycling with your son,plus it will give you some quality time with him.
ReplyDeleteThere must be something in blogland's water, as I've begun dieting, however walking is my best effort on the exercise arena. Wishing you all the best on your new mission, Lisa!
ReplyDeleteYou go girl, Getting back into shape seems to be a theme these days. Just remember to have fun with your exercise and it will be easy.
ReplyDeleteJust a little note to add:
ReplyDeleteI´m your follower # 200! I loved the round number.
Plus, you are the first blog I´ll follow. :)
As Lisa wishes for herself, so I wish for her also.
ReplyDeleteBoy can I relate, my 40 plus body needs some working out also! Maybe we can inspire each other.. I am starting with an intention of walking 3 times a week. May we both reach our goals.
The problem with loosing weight is that you have to give up cooking..which I love. Maybe you will loose yourself in that class you are taking in Sept. After your recommendation, I signed up too. My chicken scratch will change and my hands will be so busy I won't be able to eat! Good mantra huh?
ReplyDeleteI am with on this wish!
ReplyDeleteAs Lisa wishes for herself, I wish for her as well.
As Lisa wishes for herself, so I wish for her also.
ReplyDeleteI imagine that sometime in the next 6 months i will post a similar post, but right now, i am enjoying my gigantic belly of baby!
ReplyDeleteBut i must admit that i totally miss my bicycle!
Good luck with your fresh start and may you begin to feel flexible, loose and free in both your mind and body.
What you wish for yourself, i wish for you also!
good luck my fren! this will only turn out all good. keep at it and don't loose focus. eat well, exercise and consistency ... three main ingredients :) i will join you in your quest next year, after the baby arrives ... i am so in need of shaping up body, mind and soul too!
ReplyDeleteAs Lisa wishes for herself, so I wish for her also. Starting fresh with exercise is a great wish. I need to do that myself. xx
ReplyDeleteOoh, exercise. Yes, on my list as well. :)
ReplyDeleteAs you wish for yourself, so I wish for you as well.
oh sheesh!! wait til you are 57!! LOL!! change happens!!!
ReplyDeleteI have a slightly different problem. I have lost the weight, but now I must tone up. Which means excerise and weights/strength training. Makes me really sore.
ReplyDeleteGood luck with the diet and excerise program. bicycling sounds like fun.
One you make it a habit, it will be much easier to do. And you'll feel so much better.
ReplyDeleteAs Lisa wishes for herself, I wish for her also.
I hear ya sistah! Wow! It only gets harder when you creap up on 50. But, I feel almost OK with myself...I need to exercise more, but I AM feeling healthy and happy and really, just waiting for the good times to start rolling :))
ReplyDeleteAs you wish so I wish for you. I need to be better with this too!
ReplyDeleteAs you wish for yourself, so I wish for you! Good luck!!!
ReplyDeleteLisa..I hope you dont mind..but I did a Creative Spotlight post..and you are in it..you inspire me!
ReplyDelete~Lisa as you wish for yourself to find the determination and strength to start on that fitness path we all seem to veer from so I wish for you to thrive and feel yourself come alive...you have motivated and inspired me...five years have gone by with a little bit here and there...i told my husband...i can no longer say its baby weight!! i am with you body mind and spirit on your new adventure! warm wishes and best of luck~
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