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?