5 Days

Prevailing knowledge indicates that exercise gives a person energy. Previously, I have found this to be true.

However, I have not experienced a surge in energy levels this time. Where is it?

Evidence from the last 5 days:

Saturday & Sunday

Following a very good week of walking, I was totally useless on the weekend. I woke earlier than usual, between 10 am & 10:30 am, which is a nice change. However, I could manage no more than to sit on the couch and work Sudoku & crossword puzzles. while watching the television.

Yes, that was my weekend. My husband took care of everything else--the dogs, feeding us, dishes. All while I sat on my backside, unable to do anything beyond push a pen or buttons on a remote.

There was some improvement, I was able to stay upright and didn't need to take any naps.

Monday

Walked 1 hour, 22 minutes; 16 laps (4.25 miles)

Walk turned out decent. We had to move it back twice due to cold temperatures. Plus, the wind made it a little difficult. But, we got our walk in.

Afterward, I was done for the day. By the time we picked up Jay from school, I asked my husband if we could just eat out. We've been making an effort to eat at home. But, I did not have the energy to cook or clean up afterward.

If I could have went to bed at 8 pm, I would. But, we needed some laundry washed. Had it not been a necessity, I would have put it off.

Tuesday

Walked 1 hour, 38 minutes; 19 laps (5 miles)

Again, another good walk. No wind to speak of, so it was easy.

Afterward, I was done. I had used up my allotment of energy for the day. Thankfully, Jay had a good report card. So, we had an excuse to eat out in celebration.

The evening ended with a 10 pm bedtime. I tried to read for awhile, as Jay was still doing homework. I don't like going to sleep while he is still doing his homework. But, I couldn't make it. I had to give in. No idea when he finally finished his work and went to bed. I heard nothing!

Wednesday

That brings us to today. It rained. The rainfall was so much that the ponds have developed in our yard.

After Jay left for school, I happily went back to bed. I gave in to the exhaustion and allowed myself to sleep.

I finally awoke at 11:45 am. I've been up for 45 minutes and I am dragging.

So, where is that energy I'm supposed to be feeling?

Day 5

Walked 1 hour, 1 minute; 3 miles (12 laps)

Wore new pair of shoes today. Not sure if they are the right fit, as the toes on my left foot went numb early in the walk. They did not remain numb, though.

I've worn Asics for years with no problem. However, they were out of the Kayano that I normally wear. I couldn't face wearing the old shoes another day, so I opted for the Nimbus that were in stock.

The shoe strings are oddly super short. Like 5 inches to tie them short. So, I'm not sure if the problem is the shoe or I've tied them too tightly.

My legs are super sore. Can't remember how long it took until I didn't have to deal with the soreness.

Day 3

Walked 1 hour, 27 minutes; 4 1/2 miles

Fortunately, I could move this morning. Plus, the temperatures were much better suited to a morning walk. So, Tammy and I hit the track at 9 am.

It's so easy to log the miles when there is someone to talk to.

Tomorrow I have to work, so I'm taking the day off. My legs will thank me. They are so sore!

Day 2

Walked 2 hours, 7 minutes; 25 laps

Yep, you read that right.

Tammy & I were too busy running our mouths to realize how far we walked. Crazy!

Hopefully, I will be able to move tomorrow. We are supposed to walk in the AM.

Today

Today, I am starting over.

Today, I weigh 187.0 pounds.

Today, I realized that I have less than a month until our trip. A trip that includes a great deal of walking.

Today, I began my new walking routine so as to enjoy our trip.

Today, I walked 8 laps/2 miles with Jay.

Today, I spent the evening cleaning & cutting up fresh vegetables.

Today is a new day for a new me.

Today my mantra has become:

Sleep well. Eat well. Exercise. Stay hydrated.