Feelin' the Burn

"Getting Huge" Image Courtesy of Eric Mcgregor via Flickr

We all knew this day would come. I can only avoid exercise for so long until I am physically compelled to workout. Generally, the dreaded swimsuit shopping saga is threat enough to get me going. Ladies and gentlemen, that moment is upon us. It is worth noting that I was able to break a sweat and the world didn't cease to exist. There is hope for me yet!


So, I know the world of fitness is always changing and growing more sophisticated. There is always a newfangled (who knew that was a real word?!) machine or plan out there that is supposed to guarantee you amazing results in a fraction of the time. Well, the exercise enthusiast I am doesn't ascribe to such things. No. I like to stick to the traditional, tried and true devices. Don't worry, I don't drink raw eggs a la Rocky.

I am talking about the world of workout vhs tapes. Yes, you read that correctly. Not DVDs, but VHS. You just cannot go wrong with classics like Richard's Simmons' Sweating to the Oldies, Buns of Steel and my current favorite Cindy Crawford's Shape Your Body.

Don't let it fool you. I am very sore after doing the workout yesterday. I mean, you might be able to attribute some of that to the fact that I only exercise once in a blue moon, but the rest is definitely a result of the workout. I am actually a bit concerned for myself tomorrow because as the day has progressed I have gotten significantly more sore. Tomorrow I might not be able to move at all. Then, when people ask what happened to me, I can feel all proud when I say I worked out with supermodel Cindy Crawford. No big deal.

Luckily, the senior center I volunteer with has an arthritis exercise class tomorrow. Maybe I can crash it! Alas, we all take our own road to fitness. Mine just might be more suited for the older set.

Oh, by the way, happy midweek! Halfway to the weekend! Have an active and wonderful day.
Tootles


This is for those who don't remember what a VCR looks like. Mine is a bit new-age what with it being built into the TV and whatnot, but what can I say? I'm hip like that.