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Rizen 11/23/2014

I'm trying to exercise daily. I was doing fairly well until I sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago but now I'm getting back on the horse. Today I walked over a mile with my arm weights that are about 22lbs total. I was out of shape and it was hard on my arms. I also did my 30 situps.
I'm also going to drink a lot of water and try to eat healthy. I do tend to have a sweet tooth but I'm cutting back.
Walking greatly improves my mental health too. I'm feeling less irritable and depressed after walking.

I want this to be a support thread for people who exercise and eat healthy so if you do any of that post here!

mujicaptsd 03/21/2021

I do, so I had a walk today, Secouya. Did you get out with your dog again?

Secouya 03/22/2021

Yes. I walked a mile and a half today with my husband and dog. My old girl (dog) was really tired. I wasn’t sure she was going to make it. But after we went home and we both took a nap. I’m glad you were able to get your walk in Muji. Try to get some rest after your event this weekend, it catches up with you when you burn the candles at both ends doesn’t it?

Rizen, how is your mom?

mujicaptsd 03/22/2021

I just did another walk, y'all, and another weigh in that was great! Walking works!

mujicaptsd 03/23/2021

And again today!

mujicaptsd 03/24/2021

Today once more, though today on the same walk with the same shoes and socks I got a blister. Wha-?

mujicaptsd 03/25/2021

It's too rainy and windy and nasty today for walk out of doors. Guess I'll have to do like Rizen and pace around inside.

Rizen 03/25/2021

I've walked 2.1 miles every day except the day the shooting happened because I live 2 miles away from that king soopers.

Secouya 03/26/2021

Wow, how scary Rizen. I’m glad you are safe.

Muji, great job on your walking. I was so busy today, I did not get my walk in, but I did get some exercise in through my Tai Chi class.

mujicaptsd 03/26/2021

Oh, Rizen, that's awful! So glad you're safe, too!!!!

Glad you did the Thai Chi, Secouya. Big work day for me with a 2 hour meeting AFTER a whole day of teaching, but it's dry out now so I'm looking forward to walking big time.

Secouya 03/27/2021

I walked a mile and a half today with my dog and then walked again to mail a letter. It was so nice here. Didn’t even need a jacket.

Rizen, hope your walking routine is going well.

Muji, I’m sorry that you have to work so much. That’s one thing I don’t miss. I still have 12 hour missions, but it used to be work 10 hours and some times attend 12 hour overnight exercises. I would be really tired. I hope you find some time for relaxation and to do things you enjoy.

mujicaptsd 03/27/2021

Your knee must be mending nicely to walk that far, Secouya. Good for you.

Things ok out your way, Rizen?

Me, I'm glad to say spring is HERE, finally! I got a walk in already today, and am hoping for another tonight.

Rizen 03/27/2021

I'M okay. Thanks for asking. I walked 2.1 miles the last 2 days.

Secouya 03/28/2021

I managed to get a 1.5 mile walk in. My knee is great. No more pain when walking, the only thing is after 6 months even with Tai Chi, I am out of shape.

Risen, I am glad you are ok. I was worried. I know you have a lot going on. How is your mom?

Stitch06 03/28/2021

i went for a walk with my dogs today :)

mujicaptsd 03/28/2021

Glad you're ok, rizen. Thanks for checking in to say so. Good for you for getting good walking in, too. I did as well--2 walks today!

Stitch, what kind of dogs do you have? Do they have to stay on a leash or can you let them run?

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