Swat Walking Group - September - New Members welcome!

Did Leslie's Cardio Slimdown on exercisetv.tv yesterday morning. Nice quick workout--perfect for before work. I think I'll see what other quick workouts they have, too!

I plan to take my grandson out for a walk this evening. It's been nice and there's no reason to hang around the house with nothing that I want to do (notice I did NOT say there's nothing to do--just nothing that I WANT to do!:laugh: )

Have a wonderful day, everyone!

Well, I started the week on a roll, but that has not continued. I haven't walked since Tuesday. That's part shingles and part busyness. I plan to do some hiking and walking this weekend. I am not making my exercise goal, but I'm not giving up either! :-)

Back from my weekend up north. Some good hikes in the woods and walking everywhere we went. My feet need a rest! Hope you all had a nice weekend!

Jenny

Hello, Fellow Walkers.

I'm envious of the fall weather Alice and Jenny have shared; it's still triple digits here in Phoenix (although the evenings are cooling down to the low 90s, so the end is in sight!).

Kathy, good for you for trying the hip-hop dance for your exercise. I saw another ad for Zumba and wonder if I'll ever have the speed and coordination to try it! I also saw your countdown for Fringe -- it is one of my favorite shows, too. Can't wait to see what happened to Peter.

Suzanne, sorry to hear you're dealing with shingles. I hope it clears up soon.

Sandy, so sorry to hear about your parent's car accident, but glad to hear they are going to be okay. It's good that you are close by to help out. I'm sorry to hear about your sister getting laid off, too. My sister's company closed down and she was with them for almost 30 years. She still hasn't found work, and the depression is really getting to her. She takes odd jobs here and there, but because they are all part time or temp work, she hasn't had health insurance.

As I shared in my last post, I overindulged that week (curses to having that conference at a five-star resort -- and, of course, my lack of willpower), and I paid for it with a three pound weight gain (YIKES!). I had reset my goals from losing two pounds per week to losing a half a pound per week. Shame on me. I took advantage of the extra calories alloted, but didn't balance it with exercise. In fact, it wasn't until yesterday (and again today) that I was under my calorie allotment. Yesterday, I reset my goal back to the two pounds per week and will take the extra calories through eating back exercise calories. Here's hoping I can get back to steady losses.

Good luck to everyone with your health goals! Have a great week!

Hi still here! I had my first Step 'n Tone class last night which combines step aerobics, squats, weights, abs, and yoga stretches so far. Hard but felt good to be working out and having someone to motivate me.

Busy weeks this fall so not doing so well on logging and consistent exercise. I need to schedule time I guess.

Hope you are all well and enjoying the fall.

Jenny

So, where is everyone?

I had a really good day yesterday and have already weeded my front yard this morning.

I plan to get a walk in later but now need to start on a baby gift I am making for a friend at work.

Hope you all are going well!

Yes, we have seemed to slow down, with posts and members. Let's stay strong and support each other as we head into the holiday months (October, November, and December). I've read that from Halloween through the new year can be the biggest weight gain period. I used to log on mid-week and weekends, but lately have just been doing the weekend. I'll set my goal to post twice a week in October.

On a good note, I did a 5K for Phoenix Children's Hospital yesterday. With the interval jogging that are in some of the Leslie Sansone walks, I actually did three intervals. Boy, were my legs sore today! It sure is different to walk in front of the TV and then to walk on terrain with slopes and such.

Have a good week, everyone. The month is winding down, so don't forget your goal by Friday.

Hello all, sorry to be missing so much lately. Buggerey health issues and just a busy life. I will be on here more I promise. I will be here! Walked non stop all weekend, working at at pumpkin farm. Will start back on the scheduled walks today.

2 miles with Leslie!