So in order to keep myself on this upward motivational trend, I decided to switch up my training regime yet again. In addition to yoga, I have now added a spinning class to the mix. The class I have decided to take at the gym is taught by the Virginia State Cycling Champion. Awesome. I never knew I had it in me to sweat that much. There was definite drippage. Literally a puddle around my bike by the end. It totally kicked my ass. When I silently pleaded with the instructor to lighten up on the ass kicking, she kicked it harder. It's black and blue today. But the ass kicking will be good for my bike time so the spinning class will become a mainstay in my routine. Since when does trying to stay fit make people into a glutton for punishment? Nah, deep down, in a twisted way, I do enjoy the challenge. Otherwise, why would I be training for this triathlon in the first place? So I guess I shouldn't complain. In the spirit of my new attitude change (see previous post) I would rather say "bring...it...on..."
I took about a half hour break in between spinning and yoga. Change clothes, refuel and hydrate. Hydration before a 75 minute yoga class = bad idea. Yoga is supposed to be a mind clearing, Zen like experience. Not when all you can think is "I have to pee, I have to pee" Lesson learned. DO NOT drink 25 ounces of water before yoga. Got it.
Cheesy motivational quote of the day: "Sweat dries, blood clots, bones heal. Suck it up."
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Kathleen,
Mr W would love this. Is he on your e-mail list? if not his e-mail is
twelsh@ppg.com
dad
Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being, while movement and methodical physical exercise save it and preserve it. ~Plato
"It is exercise alone that supports the spirits, and keeps the mind in vigor."
--Cicero
Keep up the great work!!!!
Runners just do it - they run for the finish line even if someone else has reached it first.
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