tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post8281114592649211549..comments2024-03-22T14:46:37.849-04:00Comments on A Fly on Our (Chicken Coop) Wall: Weighing In on Working Out. It Is Worth It?Christinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-22593407216089783782015-01-28T15:18:38.179-05:002015-01-28T15:18:38.179-05:00I do swim aerobics twice a week, and I so get the ...I do swim aerobics twice a week, and I so get the 'my skin's not completely dry, but the clothes must go on' thing. I take my gym bag into a bathroom stall and get dressed in there, instead of the locker room. That way, everyone else is spared all the shimmying that takes place to get parts situated. I've come to love the swimming class, and yes, the best part is that all the participants are probably over 60! I'm sure YOU look like the spring chicken. Hang in there. It will be great therapy for your knee. (I started because of my ankle injury.)Marianne (Mare) Baker Ballhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03663143060069193124noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-34946687834085563402015-01-25T16:27:32.828-05:002015-01-25T16:27:32.828-05:00LOL! I've got several workout stories on my bl...LOL! I've got several workout stories on my blog. I can't thing if there's anything super embarrassing though other than getting on a machine that I made myself do five minutes though I thought I was going to die. It's looked like the elliptical but it was quite different. I have a phobia about new machines at the gym. As for the sports bra, I don't even let my husband see me get in an out of it. I can imagine is looks quite un-sexy. With all the hair yanking and stuff trying to get it over my head and over my boobs, I've found it much easier to step in a squeeze over my butt. It's less painful. The last time I shaved my legs it was warm in the bathroom because it was warm outside. I took that opportunity to shave since there were no goosebumps to shave over. That was probably two months ago.Kenya G. Johnsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03901164070843042029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-57017378419827532632015-01-24T16:54:05.033-05:002015-01-24T16:54:05.033-05:00Peeling out of my wet sports bra after a workout i...Peeling out of my wet sports bra after a workout is certainly difficult, but I come home to shower! Love that your knee is getting so much better. It takes a lot to be able to hop!Catholic Mutthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10254315970336710941noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-39976298600271421582015-01-24T14:07:43.758-05:002015-01-24T14:07:43.758-05:00Sports vest is one of those moisture-wicking, fanc...Sports vest is one of those moisture-wicking, fancy-schmancy vest tops with a 'muscle back' which I wear to work out in. It dries super-quick so I don't get cold. I was in the dark because of the blinds in our bedroom - if you put the light on, people can see you from the street, so I put the light on out in the hall, and then change in the dim light and hope I can't be seen...Lizzihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17480448062269641320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-77101132911332300792015-01-24T07:52:29.937-05:002015-01-24T07:52:29.937-05:00My sports bra is an engineering marvel. LOL. I b...My sports bra is an engineering marvel. LOL. I bet after the second try you were sweating more than if you were lifting. BTW I take two showers on my work out days. I've heard there are those wipey things you can carry in your gym bag to be fresh as a flower after the workout. I can guarantee those 70 year olds did NOT see any inappropriate unshaven areas. And - you worked out. So there, smell this. lolAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-89815826273757553682015-01-23T22:14:14.661-05:002015-01-23T22:14:14.661-05:00This is why I work out in the evening and shower b...This is why I work out in the evening and shower before bed during the week. I simply CANNOT during the week do morning work outs. The whole shower thing is the lame reason. You're the first person I ever heard say it, though, so I feel better.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-12037077207728938152015-01-23T14:12:01.319-05:002015-01-23T14:12:01.319-05:00It's a new concept to hide his name. You'...It's a new concept to hide his name. You'll get used to it. ;)<br /><br />Hahahahaha!! The way you wrote that, and the image it paints, is cracking me up! I know of this phenomenon, but haven't experienced it. Even when nursing, my chest is of less than normal size. :( Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-54060020755171688992015-01-23T14:09:11.601-05:002015-01-23T14:09:11.601-05:00True. Anything you do that would be embarrassing ...True. Anything you do that would be embarrassing is away from strangers' eyes.<br /><br />The one I was wearing on this particular day was an extra-tight, extra-long one that is always a pain to get on, even when I'm dry. The only sports bras that don't cause a problem are the ones I've had forever and are fraying and loose. Perhaps you should check into that. :)Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-74211514426069854742015-01-23T14:06:06.697-05:002015-01-23T14:06:06.697-05:00It's true about the family schedules dictating...It's true about the family schedules dictating workout schedules. Their practices are set times, while my workouts are not. <br /><br />You are welcome! <br /><br />Yes, yes they are.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-46717133024540359072015-01-23T14:03:16.571-05:002015-01-23T14:03:16.571-05:00No joke! Why do they have to be so difficult?No joke! Why do they have to be so difficult?Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-42827709246773958212015-01-23T11:37:10.066-05:002015-01-23T11:37:10.066-05:00Whoops, had to delete the last one because I put b...Whoops, had to delete the last one because I put baby boy's name in it. Haha!! I need sleep...<br /><br />Anyway: I remember first working out after I had the Littlest Farmer. Someone should really put a warning label on nursing women's bosoms.<br /><br />On the first jumping jack - KA-BOOM to the face!! I did not expect that.Lanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09664068521097565025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-28797999814283294052015-01-23T11:36:17.025-05:002015-01-23T11:36:17.025-05:00This comment has been removed by the author.Lanahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09664068521097565025noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-22218267380263239262015-01-23T06:50:09.068-05:002015-01-23T06:50:09.068-05:00I workout at home, so I have no funny stories to t...I workout at home, so I have no funny stories to tell. It's less embarassing that wayl <br /><br />And, I think I have the wrong sized sports bras because I never struggle to put them on.. Maybe mine are all too big? Now, I need to go figure that out. LOL Your description was hilarious!!!Amelia Bentruphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04289052534608175705noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-9951867612764525772015-01-23T04:12:37.769-05:002015-01-23T04:12:37.769-05:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Shelterd Lifehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14864579548559407255noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-26531933187829312082015-01-23T00:21:46.393-05:002015-01-23T00:21:46.393-05:00It seems like any change in the family schedule re...It seems like any change in the family schedule results in me having to readjust my exercise schedule. When the kids were all in grade school or older, I could hit the gym right after school drop-off, then go home and shower and get on with my day. When I started homeschooling some, the routine changed a bit. <br /><br />My routine now is to get on the treadmill at home in the morning, then shower. Of course, sometimes I get distracted and run later than I intended (or not at all!) This morning, though, reading this post motivated me to just turn off the computer and get on the treadmill. Thanks! I got my 5K done. <br /><br />Sports bras are ridiculous, aren't they? Kristihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14136276061114462192noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-82222276056576764772015-01-22T22:08:52.382-05:002015-01-22T22:08:52.382-05:00You are echoing all of my workout woes right now, ...You are echoing all of my workout woes right now, I swear someday I'll dislocate a shoulder trying to get out of a sweaty sports bra!Kerrihttp://elbowdeepinsomeoneelsesshit.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-60105985168403588252015-01-22T21:31:07.391-05:002015-01-22T21:31:07.391-05:00And it really was how I looked. Which is so sad, ...And it really was how I looked. Which is so sad, isn't it? <br /><br />OH! We have had a couple of those trampolines! My kids have always liked them. They are great for exercise. Actually, when I was a kid, my mom had one to use for workouts. I would use it myself, but all that bouncing seems to induce spontaneous peeing. Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-90141014182819504932015-01-22T21:28:47.955-05:002015-01-22T21:28:47.955-05:00Yippee! :)
NO JOKE! I have a muffin top for the...Yippee! :)<br /><br />NO JOKE! I have a muffin top for the first time in my life, and after a month of working out, I swear it has gotten even bigger! WTH indeed! I don't feel better, either. I most certainly don't have more energy. Maybe I just need to give it more time. You'll know when I have decided. Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-39202027740262974472015-01-22T21:27:08.536-05:002015-01-22T21:27:08.536-05:00Glad you found it all amusing. I was laughing as ...Glad you found it all amusing. I was laughing as I wrote about it. :)<br /><br />You forgot to shave a leg? Awesome. <br /><br />Oh, those plastic bra strap things!! Great idea lost in the execution.<br /><br />I had thought about showering at the gym, but I just don't have enough time. I have a limited amount of time to work out and get some errands done before preschool lets out. Oh well. Next year I'll have more time and can figure it all out.<br /><br />Thanks!Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-71632876994014587782015-01-22T21:21:42.451-05:002015-01-22T21:21:42.451-05:00I was laughing as I wrote it, so I'm glad you ...I was laughing as I wrote it, so I'm glad you found it amusing as well. :)<br /><br />Punching yourself is most certainly an embarrassing moment. What is a sports vest and why were you in the dark?Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-37428335888067822292015-01-22T21:20:37.738-05:002015-01-22T21:20:37.738-05:00The perfect setup!
It isn't boring, that...The perfect setup! <br /><br />It isn't boring, that's for sure. :) Glad you enjoy reading about it.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-87288556568144057582015-01-22T21:19:24.185-05:002015-01-22T21:19:24.185-05:00Thank you for linking the post. I didn't know...Thank you for linking the post. I didn't know you back then, and that is hilarious. Plus, it explains a lot about this comment. :)<br /><br />While you have trouble finding a bra big enough to fit and hold, I have to hunt down bras that aren't padded and aren't bigger than my chest. We Almost As have to worry about our bras denting in. It has happened that I've had to try to inconspicuously pop it back out. <br />And, I've always wanted a cleavage.<br /><br />Ah, girl problems...Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-16400443228819977712015-01-22T20:39:34.003-05:002015-01-22T20:39:34.003-05:00I cannot tell you how impressed I am that you stuc...I cannot tell you how impressed I am that you stuck it out and read this entire post. I figured all male readers (you and my dad) would head for the more masculine parts of the internet before you got a third of the way through this.<br /><br />As a reward, I give you permission to use the line as much as you want. :)Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-90801079559569744212015-01-22T20:34:43.776-05:002015-01-22T20:34:43.776-05:00Might as well just call sports bras Spanx for the ...Might as well just call sports bras Spanx for the girls. <br /><br />My routine is 30 minutes of lifting then 25 minutes of cardio. I sweat, but not too badly. I'm not a fan of working out that hard. :) If only I could work out and shower later. I live 20 minutes from the gym, and only have a short window of time when Cuckoo is at school to get the workout in. Except for that short amount of time, from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm, I am shuttling, feeding, or calming children.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209807996463889703noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1329563580023354380.post-64017580184717932112015-01-22T20:00:15.083-05:002015-01-22T20:00:15.083-05:00Shoving a wet cat through a tunnel may very well b...Shoving a wet cat through a tunnel may very well be the best imagery ever! We got the kids a mini trampoline so they could get some winter wiggles out indoors this year. Turns out they want nothing to do with it, but I've taken to jogging on it in front of the TV. Good combo. And I don't have to change in front of anyone.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03624509801901211108noreply@blogger.com