Trying something new...Spinning

I'm spending my last day off in a while running errands, catching up on laundry and grocery shopping. I've planned my workouts, my meals and updated my to-do list. I'm glad I have a workout to look forward to later today. A friend and I are going to give spinning a try tonight at Murfreesboro Athletic Club .

Murfreesboro Athletic Club

I'm a little nervous but at the same time excited about trying something new. I used to be the one that was too shy to do anything new. But now its refreshing to do things that make me a little nervous. Life is too boring if you don't try new things.

spinning via google images

I also came across an event that I'd like to share. Virtual Run for Sherry Arnold Feb 11, 2012 Please click the link for details. You may remember Sherry Arnold was a school teacher and runner from Montana that went missing early in January and a man eventually confessed to killing her. Her story touched me and I plan on participating in this event in memory of her. Please share this link with your followers.

Running for Sherry - 2-11-12

Patriotic Service at Church

I went to an awesome church service this morning at my sister's church. Every year they have an Independence Day service to honor all active duty and veterans. I am always touched by their patriotic service.



Edgemont Baptist Church - program



My sister singing a solo at church

 Every year their program is a little different but it it always a touching event. My favorite part is the presentation of the flag of each military branch while the hymn of the branch is being sung. At this time, they ask all those that served or are serving in each branch to stand and be recognized. My husband was a Marine and I'm always very proud when he stands.

I'm very emotional about patriotic services and today was not an exception. I teared up several times throughout the service. After the service, we stayed for a potluck lunch provided by the church. I was so happy John and Whitney went with me to this service. It means a lot to me to have my family go to church with me. After church, I treated myself to a nap. Today is a rest day on my exercise calendar, so I don't feel too guilty about that.

My exercise calendar -sticking to it!

Now its time to get ready for my week. I'm getting geared up for a busy work week and making appointments on my calendar to get my workouts in. I have made a decision on joining a gym and will go tomorrow to Murfreesboro Athletic Club to officially join. I feel good about making decisions that will help me reach my fitness goals.

Have a great week everyone!

Zumba to start my day

I started my day with an intense Zumba class at Murfreesboro Athletic Club. I'm really enjoying my 5 free visits pass. The class was alot of fun but much different than my Playstation version. Before the class began, I warmed up for 30 minutes on the treadmill. I think I prefer the live class. The workout is much more intense than the video game. Today I was due for a cross training workout, so this worked out great. Now I'm a hot and sweatty mess! But it feels GREAT to have my workout done by 10 a.m.

After my cool down, I made some iced coffee and a bowl of vanilla greek yogurt with fresh strawberries and blueberries.

Now I am looking forward to spending the day with my daughter, Whitney. We plan on hitting the mall to do some Father's Day shopping for my husband.

Whitney and me!

Have a great Saturday!

Fun Friday

I started the day right at Murfreesboro Athletic Club. I was given a free 5 day pass to check out their facilities. My favorite part of the tour was the Cardio Theater, which is a room with cardio equipment where movies are shown while you work out! It was a little dark in there, like at the movie theater. But it was light enough to see the controls on the machines without hurting myself. I did a running workout, took a shower and headed to work.

I also decided to change my work schedule to give me more time to take care of myself. I used to work 10 hour shifts Monday - Thursday and had Fridays off. This schedule would not allow me to keep up with my workouts like I should. Some nights I would get home and be so exhausted that I would have to go to bed. Now I will be working 9 - 5:30 Monday - Friday. I feel this will work much better for me and I should be able to stay on track better. Workplace stress can be enough to send anyone over the edge. I have definitely felt that way lately. I have found that balancing work and family and whatever else comes up is a challenge. I'm glad I took charge and reduced my work hours so I can feel more at peace with my life.



Do you ever feel like this?? Picture compliments of http://informazone.co.cc/what-is-stress/

 Father's Day is coming up and due to family responsiblities, we felt that tonight is the best night for us to gather for a dinner to celebrate our dad. I'm looking forward to that. We always have a good time together. Be on the lookout for family pictures later.

Have a fabulous Friday!