04/05/2009 18:27
Make It Fun
I always dreaded exercising, until I learne how to make it fun. The Zumba class is great. Im going into my third week. At first I my hip, leg and back muscles ached, especially the next couple of days. But by adding 30 minutes on the treadmill or doing one of my Turbo Jam or Hip Hop Abs DVD a couple times a week has really helped. Actually I feel bad if I don't exercise. The scale showed a three poung loss, but I really notice it on how my cloths fit. And that gives me incentive to eat better.
My son and daughter-in-law came up to visit from TX at the end of March. It was great getting everyone together. They love my pasta and Sicilian steak, so I had to make that for dinner one night. I was so proud of myself using portion control. I had a big salad to fill me up so I wouldn't indulge on the pasta and meat, but I did have a nice glass of wine.
The week after they left, hubby went back on the road and my youngest son is away doing his two weeks for the Army Reserves. They both will be back this coming Friday. So I've had the house all to myself, except for the dog. I was able to take care of me and do things for me without feeling guilty. It was strange, but a lot of fun. I think that's why I worked out so much, because no one needed me to do anything for them. Now that I'm in this routine, I'm going to try and not go back to my old ways. I can take a half to one hour out of each day for me. I'm worth it!