#exericse

just stuff 12252022

cut my hair

showered in my tent / outdoor temperature = 43F / set the hot water temperature on 108F and that was warmer than i needed.  will set to 106F next time

rode to Mother-in-law’s and ate a turkey sandwich for lunch

rode to free pantry to deliver some canned goods and powdered milk

visiting my Mom later this afternoon

watching “Keeping Up Appearances” with @brainsludgemissives​ at 7pm

“Industrial gymnastics invigorates, restores and strengthens!”

Aerobic or cardiovascular exercises like brisk walking, jogging, swimming and bicycling help strengthen your heart because it keeps it pumping at a higher rate for an extended period of time.

Anaerobic Exercise

While aerobic exercise involves lower intensity sustained for several minutes or even hours, anaerobic exercises are short and fast, and they help increase muscle strength. Activities that involve quick bursts of energy such as sprinting or heavy weightlifting are defined as anaerobic.

Strength Training

Strength or resistance training can build stamina and help replace body fat with lean muscle mass, which encourages your body to burn calories more efficiently. Strength training also helps counteract muscle loss associated with aging. Pushups, pullups, lifting free weights or working out on weight machines are all examples of resistance-training activities. Exercises that work the major muscle groups should be performed two or three times per week for best results.

Stretching

Stretching is an important element in a fitness program. Stretching your body two or three times a week or after each aerobic or strength training workout can improve circulation and range of motion in your joints

Fruits and Veggies

A healthy diet that includes plenty of fruits and vegetables can promote physical fitness because it relaxes blood sugar that can help prevent overeating, explains Harvard School of Public Health.

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yes types of physio type exercises can reduce scoliosis curves, particularly the lower the curve. however that will. not. work. for everyone, and doesn’t work for the majority.

the books online and youtube videos and Instagram posts that claim to know how to ‘cure’ your scoliosis are often stupid. i saw some of a dude who had the outline of a curved spine on the back of his shirt and was bending so it straightens claiming it’ll work for your spine too. the exercise didn’t even take into account a part of scoliosis so many forget: the twist.

but what would I know as someone who’s has three braces, spinal surgery, friends who’ve had successful and un-successful physio attempts and other things.

that’s sarcasm I know what I’m talking about

I really didn't know if I would be able to stay on track today with Transform 20 or have to do a day of yoga. 

But look who's in the house!!!! It's Shaun T!!!! 👏👏👏

I woke up today feeling strong and capable! Shaun T was calling my name this morning telling me that I was committed, strong, and I could do it! 💪

I started out slow but strong! I was excited to get these 20 minutes in today! But of course it didn't take long before my breathing was catching up with me. 🥵 I have a hard time breathing on a good day with cardio so it was even worse today with me coming off of this infection. 

One time Travis walked through the house and I was lying splayed out, face down on top of my step about to die or vomit...wasn't sure which. 🤮  Let's just say it was a sight for sore eyes! But since I'm married to the best guy ever he said, "You're doing great, honey!!!" I thought, "Yeah, I'm doing great dying over here!" 🤣