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This was our first week back in action after getting sick over the holidays – here’s our measurements:
Since I’d been out of commission for a couple of weeks, I had a plan for easing back into my workouts. I spent two days picking out 3 or 4 cards and just doing those; then I did Day 1 of the 6-8 Minute Workout DVD. It’s a 5-day program, so I’m going to follow that this week and then start doing some other DVDs and longer workouts next week. This is a great way to scale back up my workouts without doing too much all at once; if there’s anything my stair machine knee injury taught me, it’s that you should not overdo it when you’re exercising. The great thing about the 8 minute workout is that while it may be brief, it’s intense – you’d be surprised what a good workout I’ve gotten just following that short routine!
This week, we also discovered yet another benefit to having a gym in our home. We had very stormy weather last week, and on Saturday night the power went out for maybe half an hour. While we waited for the power to come back on, Jai decided to do a workout on the Total Gym by flashlight instead of just sitting in the dark. I found it very entertaining that he was working out during the power outage! 😉
I had one of these and LOVED it but never found myself motivated enough to use it.
I love that Jai worked out by flashlight. That is motivation! 🙂
Good for you for sticking with it! You wouldn’t think such a short workout would be so effective – that is fantastic!
You go! I am getting back into a routine with WII FIt. It’s scary! LOL
Way to go for sticking with it! I always have a terrible time making workouts a habit.
Working out by flashlight! That is dedication!
Wow! Working out by flashlight . . . that’s commitment! You’re sticking with it and that’s great! Inspiring!
That looks like a nice item to have to work out on!! We are in the market for something so I might have to try it!
I’d love to get some great equipment to use at home!
I really miss my Total Gym and wish we didn’t sell it. Back then I wasn’t doing any exercises so thought a friend would benefit more. I’m regretting it so much now.
Looks like you are continuing to make great progress. I love that he chose to workout in the dark instead of just wasting time. Love the colors of that room btw.
This would be great for us. We were stuck inside for a week during the ice storm here in Dallas and this would have been handy. I could see us using it every day at home throughout the year too.
Way to go! I used to work out everyday and since having kids I have no time for it!
I really wish I had one of these. I never make it to the gym.
You go girl! Way to stick with it. I have to get myself back in my routine. UGH
I would love a gym in our home. With the cold snowy weather, I am so unmotivated to go to the gym.
You guys are still doing great! I love seeing these updates.
How funny that he was working out in the dark! &I definitely agree with not pushing yourself too much, you don’t want to be out with an injury!
you guys are so dedicated!! working out by flashlight!!
I’m glad you all are better. I’m also trying to ease back into exercising since getting pneumonia. Good luck on your goals.
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