I have been keeping track of my exercise every Friday for over 3 years, and plan to continue doing so.
I started the Friday Firsts sections as a way of keeping track of some of my “firsts” as I dealt with the COVID-19 pandemic. Things seem to be settling down, but I will keep it for now–more as a way to be aware and thankful of what is happening in my life.
Friday Firsts
This week’s firsts:
- My doctor asked me to come every 6 months instead of yearly. I know what this means–I’m old. Or I have MMP (multiple medical problems). Either way: Ugh.
Fitness Log
As a reminder, my current goal is to make sure that I get 210 minutes a week of moderate exercise, of which 60 minutes should build strength (yoga counts); if I am working in the hospital, my goal is just 90 minutes, which is a more realistic stretch during those busy days.
How did I do?
- Saturday: I was tired today, my first day to wake up in my own home for the past week. I did not do any formal exercise today.
- Sunday: Today was all about getting ready to go back to work, including several hours at the computer. No exercise today.
- Monday: After work, I met (remotely) with my trainer for the first time in… (checks)… 4 weeks. 30 minutes of exercise.
- Tuesday: A full work day, I did not take time to exercise. Also, I was sore from yesterday.
- Wednesday: I was tired and cranky all day. A late afternoon walk didn’t help my mood much, but at least I got some fresh air. 41 minutes.
- Thursday: Felt not-so-great after work, no exercise.
- Friday: Super cranky, and the weather wasn’t great. No exercise after work today, either.
Total: 41 minutes walking and 30 minutes of strength training, for a pathetic total of 71 minutes. I didn’t feel good all week, and I hardly exercised. Coincidence? I don’t think so. Next week must be better, or else I will be so cranky no one will be able to stand me.