Working Out, Dodging the Rain... and Keeping on Truckin

So, I started my Boomer Boot Camp experience 3 weeks ago. So far, I'm sore, but progressing on the workout part; however, I'm still eating everything in site. My trainers are great, especially Joshua ... he is supportive, understanding and doesn't get rattled by the bitching and moaning of us "oldies." There's only 3 or 4 of us in the group and he's so patient. He asks what hurts and he suggests ways to tweak the exercises to do good and to still honor our aches and pains.

I'm analyzing my progress. First, I'm so angry at myself for being so out of shape. How did I let that happen? Second, I'm seeing the parts of my personality that are so disgusting .. the complaining and whining. Third, I'm really disgusted with how I'm eating and I realize why. Here's my rationalization: I hardly drink, I don't do drugs, I'm currently NOT having sex ... so "don't take away my food." My food is comfort for me at the moment. I mean, look, a girl's gotta have some pleasure in life, right... I mean some pleasure of a physical nature.

Now, perhaps there's a man out there who has something else to offer? Send me an email, a picture and some references and I'll consider it.
Hey, my sense of humor is always in tact!

And, if anyone knows a good health magazine that would be interested in this boomer ... from before to after ... getting fit, let me know. Joshua and I would love it. Remember to check him out at www.mindovermatternyc.com

So, I'll continue to keep you in the loop.

As for other things ... it's been raining for more than 30 days in NYC and yet it's predicted to continue for several more. I hate it. This is a walking city, so there's lots of walking through puddles, with umbrellas. But, the worst part: all the bad hair days. I am a total frizzhead these days.

If I ruled the world, it would rain at night when we're sleeping OR in the evening when we can snuggle up with a warm body and enjoy the romance of the falling rain.
I'm hoping Mother Nature will hear me on this.
The rain also gets me a bit depressed... I'm a sunshine woman and want to be outside, walking, lolligagging, etc.

I hope you all have a great rest of the week .. I'll be back soon.
Happy Summer wherever you are.
Ann

Day 5 .... Getting Fit

Happy end of weekend,
Well, I went to my second bootcamp yesterday morning at Central Park. It was really tough. I did as much as I could and I limped home...my arthritic knee feeling the results of too much fitness. What can I say ... I'm not 25.. I'm 63. My body doesn't do all those things that many younger then me can do.

I don't bend, fold or contort that well. And, I breathe really hard when trying to run up and down the stairs at the Fountain in Central Park ... not to mention the push ups, etc. But, the important thing here .. I AM taking it on!!!

I followed up with eating everything in site ... burger, fries, chocolate cookies .. and that's after committing to my health counselor that I would change my eating habits.
What always happens when I commit to changing my food regimen is that I immediately go into deprivation ... I know the things I love will be removed from the OKAY list So I crave them more than ever. It's like a squirrel gathering his acorns ... just in case there won't be enough for the Winter .. only with me .. I eat it all, in ALL seasons!

My excuse: I don't do drugs, I hardly drink, I'm NOT having sex these days ... so DON'T take away my food. I mean, a girl's got to have some pleasure in life.

So, what to do?
I finally went to the grocery store today. I bought fruit, veges, healthy 7grain bread, and all the rest of the recommended foods. I stocked up. Now, the trick ... eat what's in my frig rather than eating poorer choices in restaurants.

Wish me well.

Meanwhile, I walked all over this city and I thought positive thoughts ... "I'm sexy, I'm happy, I'm open to being in love, I'm great, I'm successful, etc." I must admit the little hop in my step was greater with these thoughts.

So, I invite you to take on yourself ... commit to whatever you want to achieve.
Let's do it together.
Remember, I'm doing it with Joshua .... www.mindovermatternyc.com
Happy New week!!!
Thanks,
Ann

Day 4 ... and other news

Hi Everyone,
Well, it's 4 days since I committed to getting more fit and losing weight. How am I doing?

I had a very busy day yesterday ... early morning networking event, then a looong walk from that venue to Grand Central station to meet up for my next meeting. Then, a train back up town and a long walk to meet yet another person. Lots of street walking, but it was a beautiful day. I ate well early in the day, but sort of blew it later. I had a fundraising event, with great "starters" and brownies and a glass of wine. What can I say? Mea culpa! Then, a dinner date ... more, what can I say?

The biggest challenge for me is the eating out and being social. I never have more than a glass of white wine and I make fairly decent choices, but I know I could be much better.

I'll go to a bootcamp in the morning and that will be great... and the eating thing, well that will develop a bit more slowly as I begin to choose more wisely.

Meanwhile, I want you to know about Joshua ... he's young and fit and committed to helping "mature" people with his boomer bootcamps in Central Park, so if you live in NY, check him out. www.mindovermatternyc.com

On a sad note, a friend died suddenly of a heart attack and I'm heart sick. I fear I'm getting to the age where that will begin to happen more readily ... a motivator, for sure, to get healthier AND to live a life of fulfillment.

What will you choose today to live a more healthy and fulfilled life?

Have an awesome Friday, wherever you are.

Thanks,
Ann