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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!!!
I am not sure what my work will be this week but i thought i would be nice and start it. My half ironman did not go as plan. Guy on bike hit me and damage my bike and I have hurt my tailbone real bad. i have other injuries but the tailbone is my concern. I can not even lift my left leg. I was over 45k when it happen. I had an amazing swim under an hour and my bike was going as plan. pretty upset i have never not finish a race. i was hoping to get the run in but i could hardly walk and it was real hot out and got told not to do it. pretty upset over it. everyone have a good week training
