The Aftermath

So, yesterday I woke up with a surprise - slightly sore hips.  Slightly sore calves.  What is this?  I only walked 3 miles (albeit in the heat and as fast as my short legs and big ass could take me).

So, between that and the heat, I had a good wake-up call.  Sometimes I really like wake-up calls, especially if I know what to do.

Time to make some changes.

Change #1: Make sure I do the three weekly small walks.  Not a big deal.  I'm not going to stop my aerobics now (although I may change my mind later as my walks increase), but I can tack on 3 30-45 minute easy evening walks.

Change #2: More water.  Hydration is super important.  I completely forgot to drink extra water Friday and drink before my walk Saturday.  So I'm going to make it a point to drink my water this week.  Let's see if I feel better then.

Change #3: Focus on stretches.  I'm not good stretching with minor workouts, but in the long-run, I think I'll be better.

So, more walking, more water, more stretching.

Let's see how this week goes.

Tonight, on the schedule is a 45 minute easy group walk followed by core and strength.  This morning, I'm doing an 80 minute aerobics workout and a 20 minute upper body strength routine.   The 45-minute walk will be good to get all loose from today.

I also had to re-order many things I used to own: a hydration belt, body glide, double-layer socks.  Thank you, Amazon.  I went shopping AND I get mail.  Best of both worlds.

Ciao!