Did that get your attention??? ;) Since there aren't too many of you offering up your comments, I thought I would try to shock you into it with a saucy headline. Sorry to embarrass Trainer Ryan in the process... hahaha!
Get your minds out of the gutter, people!!! I'm talking about the lower body routine he put me and Jennifer through last night. Most of it was a circuit. We walked sideways up and down the stairs, squatting every 4 stairs; calf raises (HATE them!); high knees on the steppers; those hamstring curl things on the ball (with resistance from the slave driver!); crunches on the ball; and the exercise that really induced the aforementioned thigh-burning... it was this side to side leg stretch, kind of mimicking skating... it looked innocent enough, until you were 30 seconds into it and wondering if amputation might feel better ;) Once THAT fun was over, it was many, many lunges... and other assorted 'goodies.'
Needless to say, I woke up this morning feeling the burn... the thighs were the worst, the butt a close second. But as I like to repeat during this process: "that's how we know it's working, right?" :)
Anyhow, hope you're all enjoying the pain as much as I am! I've been away many weekends since this challenge began, so I haven't gotten a chance to get to know most of you at Saturday circuit. That's why you need to start sharing your experiences on the blog!!!! :)
But now that the Olympic party and various weekend commitments are over, I'll be here for the time being... and back at circuit this Saturday! And I can't WAIT. I miss the cameraderie... there's so much laughter to be had during this process, no? :) I think being back with a big group of people with the same goal will help with that motivation issue I've been struggling with. I need a boost, people! See you Saturday.
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Just started reading your stories and I think your pretty darn funny. I too go to Kamloops Fit Centre (had Ryan today doing chests and I know I will curse him tomorrow, he's ruthless). Havent seen you there cause I go in the morning 10:00 MWF....Awesome story on the marathon, good for you. I have sure noticed myself all the extra energy I have but the "pounds" aren't falling off as quickly...hope that changes soon. Been going since October....Now that I know you write stories I can read them more often. Thanks Tracy....Sandy Lapointe
haha thanks for the compliment, Sandy. this journey wouldn't be the same without a few laughs... that's how we'll get through the dismal low points... like when Ryan tries to push you over while you're balancing on those squishy blue discs. what a meanie! :)
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