For the most part most of my life I have done some kind of exercising. And would you believe I enjoy it? I rarely have anyone to go with so I just go by myself. I used to have a girlfriend who always wanted to go and I told her to just call me and she can come along. We exercised for quite a while together then she quit due to being a single mom and working. But I decided at that time that I can't count on anyone but myself to make my butt get out there so I just do it alone. I loved when Shana was close by and we could meet at the gym.
I have a membership to Golds Gym and I use that a lot in the winter time but when the weather gets nice I'm an outside person. Lately, I've been going up Provo Canyon and either riding my bike or walking. The trail is so beautiful. It's so invigorating and when I get to Bridal Veil Falls I have to stop and take in the view. It's so beautiful. When I ride my bike I start at the mouth of Provo Canyon and ride up to Vivian Park. It's about a 15 mile round trip ride. When I walk I start at Canyon Glen and walk almost to Vivian Park and it's about a 5 mile walk. I put on my tunes and carry my 2 lb. weights and do exercises with my arms while I'm walking. Sometimes I won't take my Ipod and I just use that time to clear my head and think. I'm so fortunate to have a body that is healthy enough to get to enjoy doing these kinds of things. I love the fact that when I'm done it is so satisfying and that it makes you mentally ready for a new day.
6 comments:
No wonder you look amazing. I ran for the first time in too long last week and it felt so good! (I wish I could go with you to the canyons though! That would be even better).
I wish I were as good as you! I got up again this morning at 5am and worked out! ya! I went back to bed when I got home at 6 and slept till 9 though!
I need to get in better shape. I can't seem to lose this last bit of weight from the baby. At least I haven't gained more though!
Exercising my body definitely increases my quality of life. I like your method of exercising! You get to enjoy the great outdoors while keeping your body healthy.
I wish I could transfer some of your "I love to exercise" genes to myself. Alas, that is not my attitude when it comes to exercising. But I do know it is very important, so I push myself to do my morning exercises. Maybe if I keep it up, I will like it some day.....
Oh How I wish I could do that more. It's hard to find time because of my husbands long hours away each day and having the kids around. That is one reason I look forward to school.. maybe I can work it in then.
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