The Goalposters Exercise Check In 04-14-2022

[Mamabug]

3 checked in last week.

2 made goals.
1 made partial goals.


Exercisers: Feel free to join us. You set your own goals. You can keep the same goals week-to-week, or modify them. You decide if you accomplished them. Check in once a week to let us know

[KoKo]

Hey everyone!

Hope you're feeling well, both physically and emotionally, all things considered.

Gave myself yet another attitude adjustment this week.

It's best for me to nip it in the bud, so to speak, before my mood has a chance to turn sour.

I've been dealing with some issues, and contemplating assisted living.

I was going to stay with my sister and brother-in-law after they built an accessible home.

Their house plan didn't work out, so they are moving to Columbus, OH where all 3 of their kids live, and also their first grandchild too.

They are definitely doing the right thing, as they are seniors as well.

I'll be ok, whatever decision that I need to make.

Anyways....I did accomplish my exercise goals, thank goodness.

The Tizanidine seems to be helping, as I notice easier walking and easier stretching as well.

However, the afternoon time is still very difficult for me. I just can't figure it out!

My PT said that there is something called 'neuronal peaks and valleys'. I'll have to do some research on that one.

I guess the afternoon is my 'valley' time??

Well anyways, I will stick with my current exercise goals for next week.

Daily: Up on feet and light activity (walk/stand) 4X per day @ 30 min each+ Stretches throughout the day + Breathing exercises

4X Per Week: In-chair ab crunches (20 each time) + Arm, Leg, Core, and Back Exercises

May we be calm, patient, strong, and of good courage.

[502E79]

Gave myself yet another attitude adjustment this week.

It's best for me to nip it in the bud, so to speak, before my mood has a chance to turn sour.

I've been dealing with some issues, and contemplating assisted living.

I was going to stay with my sister and brother-in-law after they built an accessible home.

Their house plan didn't work out, so they are moving to Columbus, OH where all 3 of their kids live, and also their first grandchild too.

They are definitely doing the right thing, as they are seniors as well.

Hi KoKo! Knowing that we need to adjust attitude, exercise, habits, whatever is half the battle. And things never become as dire as we first imagine.

Friends and relatives, as well as you and I, find our proper place when guided by love. There is always far more in play than we realize.

I'll be ok, whatever decision that I need to make.

Yes you will.

....I did accomplish my exercise goals, thank goodness.

The Tizanidine seems to be helping, as I notice easier walking and easier stretching as well.

However, the afternoon time is still very difficult for me. I just can't figure it out! https://www.msworld.org/forum/image/...EAAAICRAEAOw==

My PT said that there is something called 'neuronal peaks and valleys'. I'll have to do some research on that one.

I guess the afternoon is my 'valley' time??

Happy about the easier walking / stretching... my thoughts go to the length of the day when you speak of afternoon difficulty.

Naps (your suggestion) have allowed me a second wind, so I can make it until bedtime... or the next valley?

Your PT comment reminded me of "In my day we would walk 5 miles to school, in snow... uphill both ways!"


Made my goals. 3 days total 3.5 hours at gym. Mixed safe exercise (complete body) with care as to the legs, but did work them. 4 days of stretching in AM, at apt. and 10 minutes at end of gym routines.

Somehow I am still walking to and fro? There have been instances where I felt I cannot walk well in apartment but, once in the hallway, a straight "step-and-repeat." I manage a slow amble!

Lets keep at it! Hey Mamabug, how was your week?

[Mamabug]

Made my goals.

Silver sneakers 1x
PT at home 2x legs 1x arms
I guess I'll also count babysitting. Daughter's family was sick much of last week, and adults needed me to watch the boys sometimes when they had other things scheduled.

[502E79]

Made my goals.

Silver sneakers 1x
PT at home 2x legs 1x arms
I guess I'll also count babysitting. Daughter's family was sick much of last week, and adults needed me to watch the boys sometimes when they had other things scheduled.

Personally would put babysitting near the top of the list as to exercise.... Happy Easter Mamabug & congratulations on making goals.

[KoKo]

Hey there Jer

Hi KoKo! Knowing that we need to adjust attitude, exercise, habits, whatever is half the battle. And things never become as dire as we first imagine.

Friends and relatives, as well as you and I, find our proper place when guided by love. There is always far more in play than we realize.

Well said, Jer!

Happy about the easier walking / stretching... my thoughts go to the length of the day when you speak of afternoon difficulty.

Naps (your suggestion) have allowed me a second wind, so I can make it until bedtime... or the next valley?

Makes sense, but I still have difficulty after a nap.

Made my goals. 3 days total 3.5 hours at gym. Mixed safe exercise (complete body) with care as to the legs, but did work them. 4 days of stretching in AM, at apt. and 10 minutes at end of gym routines.

Super!

Somehow I am still walking to and fro? There have been instances where I felt I cannot walk well in apartment but, once in the hallway, a straight "step-and-repeat." I manage a slow amble!

Free, open space easier to navigate so perhaps the signaling to muscles can get into a smoother rhythm (fewer turns to make and less stops and starts)?

[KoKo]

Made my goals.

Silver sneakers 1x
PT at home 2x legs 1x arms
I guess I'll also count babysitting. Daughter's family was sick much of last week, and adults needed me to watch the boys sometimes when they had other things scheduled.

Terrific job on making your goals, Mamabug!