exercise Archive

  • A First Impression

    A First Impression

    To work towards my New Year’s Goal Number One, the hubby and I decided to join a gym.  A real one.  With treadmills.  And elliptical machines.  And various weightlifting apparatus (or would that be apparatii,Latin for causing immense pain).  And trainers.  And, perhaps the most intimidating, tiny little gym rats with butts so firm you [...]

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  • My dog has issues.

    My dog has issues.

    I’ve recently been presented with a new situation that is slightly concerning.  This situation is unchartered territory for me and at this point I’m not entirely sure what steps I should be taking to avoid this complication. You see… My dog is scared of my exercise pants. Due to the extensive rain and colder weather [...]

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  • Time to get my fitness on.

    Time to get my fitness on.

    Well, it’s January, the time of year when most Americans renew their pledge to get fit and strong, and I’m no exception.  Okay, if not fit and strong, then slightly in shape and at least stronger than my kids.  And, since they’re only 6 and 3 I’m thinking I’ve got about 6 years to beef up a little. [...]

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  • I Would Never Have Guessed THIS Would Happen….

    I Would Never Have Guessed THIS Would Happen….

    So, I discovered something about myself the other day.  Something I never saw coming in a million years…are you ready?   Here it is. I kick ass at water aerobics.  I’m not kidding.  I’m shockingly good at it.  What defines “good”?  How exactly does one “kick ass” at water aerobics?  Allow me to enlighten you. Recently, [...]

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