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Monday, January 24, 2011

Just do something every day!

I am looking out the window at big fluffy snowflakes gracefully falling.  Sometimes I love to run in this weather - if dressed appropriately it can clear out the winter blues like nolthing else.  But facing the double whammy of a head cold and busy family life - it has been the treadmill for me this past week.  Fortunately, I have a few playlists of motivating music - just the thing for the treadmill or walking indoors.  I would be happy to share these with any of you that are interested - just let me know and I will burn them onto a CD that you can load onto your Ipod.  We Michiganders are tough and we don't let January stop us!  Just do a little something every day!  Today I heard of the bittersweet passing of Jack LaLane (did I spell it right?)  He was 96 years young at his passing.  He was always ahead of his time and an example to all of us.  Peace, Vicki
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  1. LeighJanuary 24, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    I remember Jack LaLane's TV show when I was little. He always had a big smile and strange leotard-type outfits.
    I got the green light to start running again after 5 weeks of rest for my tendon. I was surprised at how much my chest hurt during the quick half-mile trek. My legs wanted more but my lungs said "STOP"! It will get better.

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  2. C-2-5K TeamJanuary 24, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Jean Said..
    I love Mondays!! It's a whole new week and I recommit to a healthy life style all the slips and neglect gets wiped away. OH Mondays the slate is clean and I am operating at 110%. I put in my time on the treadmill....boring so I go sideways and backwards(I need to hold on for backwards) some good Ipod tunes and WHAM! My day and week are off to a good start. It sets me up to have a successful week.

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