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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 03/29/2021

I did another walk today! Yay! I'm back on my cane this we3k, don't really know why but that right knee that got hurt when that kid ran me over with his bike gets to buckling on me off and on. But I can still walk with a cane, so it's all good.

Stitch06 03/29/2021

muji i have a boxer and chihuahua mix :) they can be off leash. i prefer walking them that way so i can escape into the woods

mujicaptsd 03/31/2021

Wow, stitch, what a cool contrast in size you have between your 2 dogs. It's so great that they can be off leash so they can run and you can escape, too.

I had a long but better work day today than yesterday. I didn't get to walk until 9 at night and it was windy and starting to rain, but I got a good walk in anyway.

Secouya 04/02/2021

Today I walked a mile and a half with my dog.. it seemed much longer because she had to stop every few feet, but it was so nice here today.

mujicaptsd 04/02/2021

It was nice here for a change, too, Secouya. I'm excited to move to Mexico in 35 days because I've been needing to retire for so long. But I will miss the Appalachian Mountains. When I walked today I made sure to take it all in for nostalgia's sake.

mujicaptsd 04/03/2021

Hm. I thought I got rest and relaxation yesterday, but today I slept all day, which is not like me. Too tired to get out and walk--first time in months I've missed a walk. Have to be guest speaker at church tomorrow, and not really up to performing. Support welcome.

mujicaptsd 04/04/2021

Again, no walk for me today either, and I know for sure missing a walk a day two days in a row hasn't happened all pandemic year for me.

:-(

Rizen 04/04/2021

I keep getting home late, then I'm tired and forget to post.
I walked 3 miles today and 2.1 miles the other days.

Secouya 04/05/2021

No walk for me today either. I had my brother and sister over for Easter dinner. It took every bit of energy and focus to get everything done.

Rizen, it’s good to hear that you have been getting your walks in.

Muji, retirement will be here before you know it. Then you’ll be in Mexico enjoying the retirement you deserve. Just hang in there a little longer. You can always come back and visit the Appalachian Mountains.

mujicaptsd 04/05/2021

Good to hear you were walking, Rizen, because for the 1st time all year I wasn't. Secouya, thanks for encouraging me to hang on because today I did. Unlike the effect my exhaustion over the weekend had on me, I was able to get out and force myself to take a walk. Unlike the cold April snowy days last week, it was finally a warm nice day for walking today.

Secouya 04/06/2021

I’m glad you are feeling better Muji. Your being tired is not surprising. Long days preparing and teaching, worrying about how class is going to happen with no support from your employer and ongoing system glitches, lack of sleep, Giving sermons and talks on the weekends. Sound familiar? No wonder you are tired. Where is Muji time? You are so generous with your time and caring for others, but remember it’s ok to take time for yourself. Be well my friend.

Rizen, hope you are doing well and getting your walks in. Wishing you well.

Rizen 04/06/2021

I walked 2.1 miles today and yesterday.

Secouya 04/08/2021

That’s great Rizen! I didn’t get a walk in today, my husband is unwell so trying to care for him. But hope to tomorrow.

Muji, I hope your ok after what happened.

mujicaptsd 04/10/2021

Thanks, I struggled against blacking out again last night, but didn't. Had to lie down most of today Saturday because standing up I saw stars. My kidney doctor has ordered an ultrasound to see if I have a kidney tumor because Tuesday is the 4th time I've collapsed at home like that. Wish me luck; it would be a cruel irony to get a tumor right now. I did get a walk in today using my cane,

Rizen 04/11/2021

I hope your husband gets better Secouya. And Mujica I hope you feel better too.
I missed one day but walked at least 2.1 miles the others.

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