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Sorry to hear about your medical difficulties. I've never had a hernia; the closest experience I've had was a mildly prolapsed uterus, which happened about 5-6 years ago. It actually happened when I was out on a run, and I think it was related to my ovarian cysts. I didn't have insurance at the time and Dr. Google suggested that mild prolapses might resolve without treatment, which thankfully this one did. I was very squeamish about working out for a long time after that, and got way off track. (TMI but a prolapsed uterus makes it feel like you are sitting on a tennis ball centered at the most delicate part of the anatomy XD). Glad you are seeing a doctor and you have insurance to help cover the costs, and I hope it isn't too serious.

Thursday 9/25 Tuesday 9/23 10 minute cardio warmup- running at 4.0 on the treadmill. Ab workout- 450 crunches of various kinds Legpress 150 lb/ 3 sets/ 10 reps ab curl (skipped because of the ab workout) back extension 90/3/10 rotary torso 45/3/10 (each side) outer thigh 70/3/10 inner thigh 40/3/10 prone leg curl 25/3/20 leg extension 40/3/10 calf extension 55/3/10 seated row 50/3/10 lat pulldown 55/3/10 bicep curl 25/3/10 tricep ext 40/3/10 shoulder press 45/3/10 chest press 40/3/10 standing leg curl 10/3/10 (each side) pec fly 45/3/10 rear delt 45/3/10 more stability ball work. I feel really silly rolling around on that thing in class! Stretch trainer. I really want one of these things, but I'm afraid to look up how much they cost! Next Thursday we aren't working out in class; instead there will be a nutrition lecture, which means I'll have to fit a workout in later in the week (probably Friday). It's also getting close to midterms- I'm proud of the fact that I'm organized enough to feel confident that I'll get enough study time in ahead of time, despite the move. I'm levelling up in time management!

Thanks, guys! As for Zombies, Run!, I love it! I'm using the 5K app right now (which is free), and it's a lot of fun, the story line keeps me motivated. I can't wait to transistion to the main app, which has more gamification (you pick up supplies, get to build up your town, etc.). I've done C25K in the past, and it's a little too... boring, but I did stick with it back then. I'm still internet-less at home, hopefully that will get fixed tomorrow afternoon and I can check in on more threads here. Thanks for the support, everyone!

Here's the song it's from:Okkervil River - My Bad Days: http://youtu.be/aCnapInUUXE

1&3 My signature is updated and I'm following several people. My phone is my only source of Internet connection at the moment, but I'll update this post with more details when I get the chance.

And Tuesday weight training. The school's gym was unlocked, so I snuck in 45 minutes early to start my routine, then screwed around with some of the equipment I don't normally have time to use (medicine balls, stability ball, etc.) Tuesday 9/23 10 minute cardio warmup- running at 3.5 on the treadmill. Legpress 140 lb/ 3 sets/ 10 reps ab curl 80/3/10 back extension 90/3/10 rotary torso 45/3/10 (each side) outer thigh 70/3/10 inner thigh 40/3/10 prone leg curl 25/3/20 leg extension 40/3/10 calf extension 55/3/10 seated row 50/3/10 lat pulldown 55/3/10 bicep curl 25/3/10 tricep ext 40/3/10 shoulder press 45/3/10 chest press 40/3/10 standing leg curl 10/3/10 (each side) pec fly 45/3/10 rear delt 45/3/10 about 30 minutes experimenting with stability ball/medicine ball workouts and using a stretch trainer, which is a really cool piece of equipment 20 minute ab workout (crunches and kettlebell circuit) The plan was to go for a run today, but I have a feeling most of the day will be spent on the phone with tech support getting my internet set up.

So I ended up doing my run on Monday after all after I had a nap, then finished my errands and homework early. Got a second wind and went to the gym. Monday's workout (9/22): Zombies, Run! 5K Week 5 Workout 1 Time: 57 min Distance: 3.32 miles

Checking in. I'm moving my rest day to today since I was up all night unpacking stuff, then didn't get much sleep during the day because they are renovating an apartment near me, so lots of hammering. Hopefully the internet will be connected in my place tomorrow so I can log my workout, but if not, I'll try to make it to the library Wednesday to check in! Just letting everyone know in case you don't hear from me tomorrow.

Great job! I know that boiled spaghetti feeling well. 50s? It's been in the 90's-100's here- I'm definitely looking forward to cooler weather to workout outside more comfortably.

Yay! Congrats on the progression! The Austin trip sounds like a fun adventure. Did you battle any hipsters?

Did lift all the weights yesterday?

Sooo tired. Got off work, unloaded some stuff at the new place, went for my workout, then more packing and moving. Surely carrying boxes upstairs counts as weight training? XD Today's workout: Zombies, Run! 5K Week 4 Workout 3 Time: 1:00 Distance: 3.31 miles I also did a bunch of stuff on the functional trainer, but I'm not sure what the different moves are called yet. I need to watch some videos and get a routine down, but it was fun and I think one of my full body workouts every week will incorporate this piece of equipment. Week 1 Results: Q1: B - I managed 3 running sessions this week Q2: B - I managed 3 weight training sessions this week Q3: B - I didn't make it to the trail due to weather and safety issues, but 2 of my 3 runs were over 5K Life Quest: I actually tried logging in to my insurance website to start researching doctors (physicians and psychiatrists), but I have temporarily misplaced my insurance card in the move. I did log in to my dental insurance website. Slow progress, but that's more than I've done since I got my insurance a year ago.

Thanks

So it turns out the park I was going to did experience some flooding, and I thought about running at the college instead, but I don't know the route yet and it's dark, so I did my run on the treadmill at the gym. I pushed myself to do longer running intervals during the freeform run stretches, and it actually felt good. Zombies, Run! 5K Week 4, Workout 2 Time: 1:05 Distance: 3.62 miles I was going to go to IKEA today, but I'm going to put it off until tomorrow. I don't work Sunday nights so I don't need to worry about fitting in sleep.

I've found I'm less sore after my workouts, even with increased intensity. I kind of like that mild soreness, kind of like a reminder that I did something awesome with my body. And for an emergency meal, spaghetti's not a horrible choice. At least it has veggies!

Today was ok. It's another rest day. I signed my lease, then crashed for a long nap, during which I had stress dreams. Tomorrow morning I get to go for my trail run, but it's been extremely rainy (Flash Flood warning, etc), so I may have to do it on a treadmill in the gym (which means I won't get an accurate distance). I don't mind running in the rain, but not if I'm going to get washed away- especially since the trail I run at goes through a reservoir meant to contain floodwaters! Then after the run, a trip to IKEA for furniture shopping.

Go you! I don't know if there's anything like it out in your neck of the woods, but I just found out that Houston parcs & rec has a bunch of free and low cost gyms. It might be worth looking into your municipality if you haven't already. Or maybe one of the area schools has some sort of community program? In addition to Craig's List, check out freecycle sites to see if anyone's getting rid of gym equipment. And there are a bunch of DIY homemade gym equipment hits on google.

Thanks! Thanks. Getting treatment is a big, scary step. Hopefully I can get it started once I get settled in to my new place. Working out and going back to school has definitely given me something positive to focus on. Thanks, I'll check out the Scout's threads! Great! I'm really getting this exercise high thing this time around. I used to get it while running, but not to this degree. So glad I took the risk of taking a weight training class. I don't think I would be doing this well if I were "just" running, as much as I love cardio. I'm the least cool person, I promise!

Today's workout was a lot of fun. It was storming like a beast, and about a third of my class and probably a third of the cardio class that meets in the same space at the same time didn't come in, so it was easier/faster to get to my machines today. I upped some of my weights from last time as they were a bit too easy. I'm feeling that wonderful wobbly post-workout euphoria hours later, even though Thursdays are brutal, and I lost a prescious hour of sleep correcting someone else's mistake (my new apartment complex informed me they gave me the wrong unit number... AFTER I set up internet and electricity. Cleaning up that little mess was FUN!). Also had a bit of a throwdown with the ex over text, which i s frustrating. But mentally I'm feeling strong. Thanks endorphins! I really look forward to my workouts and I'm sad I can't do them everyday. Today's workout: Weight Training class. 10 minute cardio warmup- running at 4.0-4.5 (!!! so proud I challenged myself to up this) on the treadmill. Legpress 130 lb/ 3 sets/ 10 reps ab curl 60/3/10 (going to increase even more next week) back extension 85/3/10 rotary torso 40/3/10 (each side) outer thigh 70/3/10 inner thigh 40/3/10 prone leg curl 25/3/10 (leg curls seem to be my weakest point) leg extension 40/3/10 calf extension 25/3/10 (This is too easy now that I found out I'm supposed to be using the upper foot supports for my height, will increase next time) seated row 45/3/10 (I intended to do 40lbs, then discovered the 5lb supplemental weight was engaged! I thought it seemed a little tougher, but I'll stick with it) lat pulldown 60/3/10 bicep curl 25/3/10 tricep ext 40/3/10 shoulder press 25/3/10 chest press 25/3/10 standing leg curl 0/0/0 (didn't make it to this machine today- it's too close to one of the functional trainers, which was in use the whole time. Shame because I really need these leg curls) backhand swing (functional trainer) 10/3/10 each side pec fly 40/3/10 rear delt 40/3/10 plank: 1:15! 20 minute ab/core workout Sunday when I go to my gym, I'm going to explore the functional trainer more. And challenge myself to do crunches outside of class!

It seems to be Duolingo's favorite practice line! That and "Le requin mange un dauphin", or worse, "Le chien mange l'oiseau". It's like Discovery Channel up in here.

My knees were really bad when I started out. It's amazing how fast they bounce back once you're working out regularly.

With my luck my group will be in the room of crying babies... "But I didn't know about the project until the day after it was due, can you please add my name to your project?" Duolingo is great! I've learned so much so fast. Je mange une pomme noire. O.O gross.