STS first time!

TGIF indeed!

So yesterday I went for a walk at lunch, and I stopped at the grocery store on my way back to pick up a few things. I guess I got carried away because I pushed the cart of my bags outside and then realized I didn't have my car. So I had to walk 3/4 of a mile with 4 heavy grocery bags. This morning I woke up with doms in my shoulders, so it was either from the grocery bags or the plank tricep kickbacks from xtrain yesterday.

I really need a plan for my workouts. I couldn't figure out what workout to do today so I did AOLIH from xtrain, it was good but I skipped the switch lunges.

Carolyn, that pain does not sound good. I would listen to the PT, and just do what he says. Even though you have had your injury for 3 months, you have only started rehab recently, and you have to give it time. I still get twinges in the area where my hamstring connects to my glutes, and I realized I have to give in to it and not do all the things I used to do. I hate to say it, but I think it takes longer as we get older too.

Betty, funny that you watch them do the pushup/situp combo!
 
Just me, my coffee and the iPad. The little guy is still sleeping. I can hardly believe it. Storytime starts at 10 so hopefully he will be up soon. Spot the dog is coming. B loves those books so I'm excited to see his reaction.

I did UY Crosstrain this morning. Felt SO good!

I work at 3.....blah....hate evening shift. On well, at least I get to spend the morning with my guy.

Have a great day everyone!
 
Jean, you get more rain than we do. I love that you can hear it drumming while you sleep. So soothing a sound, knowing you're under covers!
Great job remembering abs!
What an experience witnessing that man on the beach. Almost like one of the Big L stories. Just like what fantastic gym equipment you get to use!
The lat pulldown is done seated. At least mine was. The bench press is done lying down; is that right?

Ugh, Mary, that's heavy and far! Even a few ounces, or all the stuff in our handbags feels really heavy at our age. High five for carrying all that and walking back to the office.

Carolyn, with the continuing pain it may just be worth the price of an MRI to see if anything's broken. And yes, you need to know if you should cut all exercise out up to a point.
 
Hiya. Today is gorgeous. Yesterday a little less so but just dandy.
A note about Dixie cup doms--ingenious.
A note about posture. I've been aware for the past couple of years that I tend to carry my shoulders lifted. I'm constantly squaring them down, only to have them lift a few seconds later again! Recently I've noticed that when I'm standing, my pelvis is always tilted forward:confused: Must correct too!
On Friday late afternoon, the law firm I applied to a couple of years ago called and inquired would I be interested if something came up down the road for bookkeeping! I'll have to see. It's still in my town but it's not the million dollar commute I have now!:D. I've always wanted to work for a law firm though. They'd prob pay better. Maybe I could do both if they're both 15 hrs/wk.;)
Enjoy your day. Last week of August coming up.
 
Omg....I just finished high step training....that was always one of my favorites....I haven't done in prob 6-8 months due to pain....I made it all the way through....I just feel fantastic....minus a little hamstring tightness...he he he.....damn hamstring....but I'm pushing forward....

Carolyn.... I hope you can get the MRI to make sure there is nothing note serious......just be prepared...they are very pricey....

Jean....thanks for the rotations....gonna look at the in just a few minutes....your the best....thanks again!

Betty.....do what you think is best..--but don't overload yourself...and working close to home is very important....think it through..... but good luck with what you decide!!!!!

Be back.....
 
Good morning....why is monday morning here again????

Up and on treadmill. .....

Today....I go back to my office....I'm so behind.....but I will attempt to catch up....hahaha....that's funny....I'm always behind...as I always have to fill in for everyone....oh well...job security. ...

These past 3 days its been 100º.... ready for fall...omg...it has been so hot....don't even want to do anything!!!

Be back!!!!
 
Good morning!
I hear you, Missy. I will have a huge pile of billing today since owners were on vaca last week!
It's supposed to hit 87 today. Yikes.
Fear not, friends. I will not think lightly about job prospect--if you only knew how much I loathe driving! I'll cross that bridge when it gets here.
I did XT Legs premix.
Ds1 returns tomorrow!:)
 
Hiho. I worked till 2 (I deliberately avoided picking up phones until the first two lines were already picked up by my coworkers), then did some laundry. I've been glued to a novel for the last few days so I keep sneaking some reading in. (Jean, look for it at your library--Me Before You, by JoJo Moyes, very similar to Sophie Kinsella's style of writing. Humor, romance, UK, my trifecta!)
Can you guys believe the Napa earthquake?? I was there just 4 weeks prior! It was felt all the way at my sis'. Ds1 and my newly-arrived Boston cousin slept through it!:p Everyone else felt it though.
It wasn't too bad temperature-wise today--low 80s or so, low humidity. High 80s and more humid tomorrow.
Carolyn, oddly enough, for task-oriented me, I derive some satisfaction going into work and doing my bit. I like having more things to talk about at home, getting a glimpse into other people's lives or activities, using my 'expertise', etc. When the time comes, it'll be very, very tough to decide. But I guess I shouldn't fret about it until the job offer comes. I very much like my free time but I realize that it's time for me to work, for oh so many reasons. I certainly loathe getting up at 6:30. But do I absolutely LOVE my commute! And it's so much less painful having every other day off.
Jean, that show seems limited in concept.:p
 
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Jean, I can't believe you read this book!:D I am loving it! I'm near the end, where Will has contracted pneumonia, just before they were to go on the big trip. I can't put it down;).
I've never heard of this author before, and only learned of her when reading a review on her latest book. I can't wait to read more of her books too!
Dh is watching Lone Survivor. I couldn't stand it any more.
 
Carolyn, how did the first day of school go?
I was very tempted to cancel the ortho appt myself but didn't. He ordered an X-ray for before I went into the appt, and gave me the formal diagnosis during.
Good luck!
 
good morning....last night...I was extremely sore from hst...so I just ran for 45 min....this morning...I'm still sore but not as bad....loving these doms!!!

carolyn....I hope you can get the mri without an appt....another copay is huge when u have such a large copay like we do.....

Speaking of labor day....I can't wait...I'm ready for a 3 day weekend!!!

Better speed up this cardio session....be back!
 
My hip hurts so bad thisbmorning...damn it.... tonight I have to go get hay....we waited causebit was 100º on sunday.....and its only gonna be mid 90's today....

Carolyn...there are certain exercises I can't do too....but I'm learning to deal with it...it really makes my red hair glow though....and sometimes I do them anyway cause I get so angry and then i pay for it....errr....why oh why...

This morning it was 72.... and I just wantedbto go run....but I had to comebto work.... :(.... and then ot will be hot when I get off.....

Why must I work???? Hehehehe
 
Carolyn, did you do XT Legs in its entirety? Sadly I always skip the floor stuff now, like the pizza presses, inner thighs, clamshells. I'll resume them when my shoulders get a little better.
My calves just look huge recently.:confused:
Went out to Boston for a haircut and ramen. I'm going to watch a movie now. Ds1 should be landing at 4:06:eek:.
It's hot today. Not a good day for wearing bermuda-length shorts or sneakers with socks.
After ds gets home from the airport, we head straight to my sil's. Why don't we ever learn to say no?

Missy, is the pain from running? Take care.
 
Hey hey :)

This weekend was crazy with work so I didn't have a chance to check in. My mom was in town but we hardly got to hang out since I worked so much. I joke with her that she mostly comes in town to see B anyways. Sat my mom and I did AT. Then I worked evening. On Sunday I worked 7am to 11:30pm. Needless to say it was a long day but it will be worth it when my check comes ;) Thank goodness I like my job. Betty- Good luck on your decision. That's nice that you don't have a long drive right now. I drive 25 minutes to work. I don't mind the way there but the way home I dread as I just want to be home by that time. Carolyn- That's awesome that your daughter liked Spot too. We did go and it was so much fun. B was all nervous at first but then went up and stood like 2 feet in front of him and just starred. Eventually he went up and touched his leg and then ran back to me laughing. At the end he gave him a hug. It was soooo cute!

Carolyn- Nice job on XTL....I swear I got the best DOMS ever from that one. Sorry about your ITB...how frustrating! I hope you get some answers if you do decide on the MRI.

Betty- How great that your son gets in tonight. I'm so with you on that saying no thing. It's sooo hard and we never do. I love my family but it's like constant all the time. I like my alone dh, ds and me time.

Jean- You always do such cool things. I thought of you recently. Lately I've been trying to get into couponing and our community ed program offers a class on it.....like how to get the most for your money and such. Plus I'd get a free coupon organizer. I though hmmm I bet Jean would do something of the sort....not particularly coupons but you get my drift. Anyways, it's not til Nov but I might check it out. Life is all about experiences right!

Missy- Ugh your hip :( Sorry!!! 100...I would die omg! I'm so ready for fall too. This morning it was in the 50's and I loved it!

Yesterday I did CF! Holy crap that was rough. Maybe it was because I worked a double the day before or maybe that's just my excuse ;) I got a little nauseous from working so hard. I'm so glad I did it though. I'm trying to do one hard cardio workout a week as I tend to lean towards the fun ones as in the PRS2 I did today. Huge smile during that one!

We been been homebodies these past two days. It's been kind of nice just hanging at home playing and such :)
 
Good evening...no workout tonight.....had to go get hay for horses.....my hip is still bothering me....errrr.....

Marie.....too funny.....last thursday night I went to a coupon class....I learned alot....I'm trying to learn too....I'd rather spend my money on wants than needs....lol

Carolyn....when will u know about mri????
 
Missy That's awesome! I love that you learned alot. That being the case I'm leaning more towards going to mine :)
 
Good morning...woke up late today...so only got a 25 min walk this morning.....

Marie....I learnered how to stack coupons for a lower price...hehehe....I love getting deals....

I went to cvs last week....racked up....got 2 old spice deodorants red zone which are normally $5.49 a piece, 10 arizona green teas 23 oz...normally $1.00 a piece, and 2 dawn dish soaps normally $1.49 a piece.....with all my coupons and store sales.... with tax... $8.52 out the door.....lets just say....I'm addicted!!!! Hehehe
 
Hello!

Big project kickoff at work this week, so I have even less time than usual. And the first day of school today! Oldest dd was nice and drove her sisters to school this morning, so they had some extra time.

I did a shortened version of Legs&glutes today, I did something to aggravate my hamstring again. It's probably from sitting in meetings all day! They bring lunch in so I don't even get a chance for a break.

I give up on coupons, I cut them out and forget to use them! I have heard of people saving lots though.

Way too hot today!

Betty, hope ds1 arrived safely. Enjoy!
 
Mary- Good luck with your project at work. First day of school on a Wed...that's different! Ours always stay after Labor Day. Nice job on L&G....I wad thinking legs today and was planning on STS but maybe I should do that one considering I still haven't.

Missy- I LOVE it!!! What an awesome deal you got!!! It is SO addicting! I totally forgot to get a Sunday paper this week because of my double at work and I'm so bummed. I missing ads and coupons. I went to Walgreens last week and between coupons and the store discount card I got dh a deodorant for 10¢, one for me for 50¢, a five dollar toothbrush for 50¢, facewash for free with the mail in rebate and 96 load laundry detergent for $7.50...eek! I'm so with you on this. It's fun! I signed up for my coupon class too. Excited!

Ds and I did a plaster of paris project this morning....or should I say tried! I'm so not good at crafty stuff. It's an ornament that is supposed to have his handprint in it. I think I mixed the stuff with too much water though cuz it was just a liquidy mess. Fail! I'm letting it sit overnight though and maybe he can just paint out tomorrow or something if it thickens up.

Alright I'll be back later to report in with a workout.
 
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