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I'll look into the spin class. Right now I'm thinking about either buying weights to train at home or switching to a gym with a pool... I hear you about class times, the classes I can take is very limited. I don't know why they don't have more for when people are off work.
We also have another gym near us that is much cheaper and let's you bring someone with you and has no annual contract. Might look into that one, it's hard to find the right fit!
Liz
HW: 398.8 SW:356 GW: 175 CW:147
If you are already cycling, Spin class is really good. Of course, I prefer running, especially in the fall and winter. And yes, I have switched to swimming, mostly due to a shin splint injury I deal with daily but also for when cycling is not an option. I joined a new gym and their spin class doesn't fit my schedule (only during the day-like after 8am and then none after 5...who can do that??) but they do have an indoor pool with lap lanes so it really helps.
Height=5"4' Age=49 RNY=04/17/2015
HW=285, CW=205, LW=197, GW=195
My exercise motto-Further or faster!!!
Thanks! I'll look into it! With all the dog sports I do, I'll have to maybe let something go to try it.
Liz
HW: 398.8 SW:356 GW: 175 CW:147
Week of Sept. 17th.
1) Hit my step goal daily: 12,000 steps.
2) Water Goal daily 120 oz.
3) Weight train 3 times a week for 30-45 minutes.
4) Take 2 classes at the gym.
5) Bike ride 5 plus miles 2-3 times this week. (Weather pending)
This is basically my goal every week. I'm going to add swimming in and remove the bike when the weather makes it so I can't ride safely. Any ideas for anything else?
Liz
Edit to Update:
Mon/Tue/Wed on track for everything! 
HW: 398.8 SW:356 GW: 175 CW:147
Liz - my daughter fenced for about 2 years and when she decided to take a break in March of 2017 due to school work overload, I called the club to put her membership on hold. The manager told me she had 4 private lessons (which I had already paid for) about to expire in the next 45 days. Knowing what the coach put them through, I decided I'd use the lessons - if nothing else, it would be a great high-intensity aerobic workout for half an hour.
Turns out I love it. Didn't need to bring anything of my own (club lent me everything I needed a first, although I did use my daughter's knickers and shoes because they fit). Buccaneer Blades in Wentzville, Mo (outside St. L.) has a nice adult program from what I hear. (I live in Philly).
Long and short of it, I love it. It is an amazing work out. It is physical, 3D chess. You have to be in the moment and cannot be distracted - so it's a great way to relax - you really have to have your mind on what's happening in front of you.
Keep on losing!
Diana
HW 271.5 (April 2016) SW 246.9 (8/23/16) CW 158 (5/2/18)
Fencing sounds amazing!! How would someone get involved? I live in Saint Louis Mo.
Liz
HW: 398.8 SW:356 GW: 175 CW:147
So, fenced like crap this weekend. I had one of my worst results and let my anger get the best of me. It wasn't pretty. Time to get my act together - this weekend's tournament counts - it is a veteran's event so I need to be on my game. This past weekend was mostly teen girls - I have to learn to let it go.
Monday - Fencing Lesson and fencing 3 hours
Tuesday - Cross fit class 1 hour
Wednesday - fencing 2 hours
Thursday - Crossfit
Friday - Pilates and agility
Saturday - tournament
Sunday - active recovery and weights
Keep on losing!
Diana
HW 271.5 (April 2016) SW 246.9 (8/23/16) CW 158 (5/2/18)
So sorry. All the best wishes for quick healing. Hoping none of the damage is permanent. What a disappointment for you - you trained so hard. I know that there will be another in the future. Don't blame you for being upset. I get it.
Keep on losing!
Diana
HW 271.5 (April 2016) SW 246.9 (8/23/16) CW 158 (5/2/18)
Ran 14 Sunday and it was tough. My other "marathon trainees" were at a race on Sunday so I did the first 2 miles with everyone else and then split on my own to finish up. It was hot and humid but I carried a small bottle of water with me. I walked three times to drink water and "recover" and also in the end had one hill that I had to walk up. Overall was pleased, did 14 miles in 2:32..CANNOT wait for cooler weather..
Monday-Schedule rest day
Tuesday-8 miles
Wednesday-Swim 1 mile
Thursday-Run 8 miles
Friday-Swim 1 mile
Saturday-I typically cycle on this day but my wife and I are going to Knoxville for a game so Im going to get my 15 mile run in on Saturday. Hopefully someone run with me but I have a feeling I will be going solo.
Sunday-Driving home. Prolly wont get in any exercise.
Height=5"4' Age=49 RNY=04/17/2015
HW=285, CW=205, LW=197, GW=195
My exercise motto-Further or faster!!!
Man Highland I am really sorry. Dont they make the cycle have to maintain a certain amount of distance in between? I know around here you cant even pass unless you can do it in 3 seconds or less. And you arent allowed to draft. Hopefully you recover quickly.
Height=5"4' Age=49 RNY=04/17/2015
HW=285, CW=205, LW=197, GW=195
My exercise motto-Further or faster!!!
