Exercise

Ugh - that dreaded word.

I think I dread that word so much because I am so badly out of shape.   I know, from past experience, that once I get into some sort of a routine, that I won't dread it as bad.  It's just getting started that is so h.a.r.d.
So, Allyson began swimming her last semester in college, and that is actually something that I have wanted to do.   The problem?  I need a pool.  The next problem?  Because of our financial situation, I couldn't afford a membership to anywhere that had a pool.  So, no swimming.   BUT, now that warmer weather is here, I can go to one of the Duke campus pools F.R.E.E.!  Allyson is going to go with me, because it is always a lot more fun to go with a friend - PLUS you have the accountability.

Last week was VBS at our church, so we had to wait until next week to start.  VBS; however, provided me a little jump start on the whole exercise thing.  I teach the music for VBS, which means that all of the kids attending come through my room.  These songs are lively and have lots of movement to them, so after 5 times of singing and jumping and whatever, I have had quite the workout.  VBS wiped me this year.  I'm usually very excited for the last night when all the kids get to "perform" for their parents, but I was dreading having to do those songs one more time.  I did it, though!  Lively and with a smile on my face!  But, whoa!, am I a tired puppy after this week.

So, starting Monday after work, Allyson and I will be swimming each evening (with the exception of Wednesday because of church)!  I'm excited about this because there is no impact and I'm really hoping it will help my back and knees.  My knees have been giving me a fit - and I know it's just because I'm not as active as I should be and need to get some weight off.  My doctor tells me this every time I see him.

So, this week's goal is to swim 4 out of the 5 worknights.  We'll set another goal for next week.