<p>MOWC, having been there more times than I’d like, I feel for you. You will survive, of course. And maybe you’ll even figure out how to combine your numerous passions into one nifty job.</p>
<p>Oh MOWC, I am so sorry to hear that. Take care of yourself.</p>
<p>MOWC, so sorry, what a bummer.</p>
<p>Back from the gym already. Have to work out earlier as the wedding comes closer and “stuff” gets in the way. Had a nice hour on the bike and then did the weight machines. I feel so much better for the rest of the day after working so hard. Off to shower and run errands!</p>
<p>MOfWC, oh that stinks. I was so hoping to read about your description of another conquered run. I was not prepared for this. So sorry to hear that. Losing a job is bad enough, losing the job you loved is heartbreaking. Knowing your determination and will power, I’m certain that you will come out of this strong. Hubby once had to reinvent himself when he was given a pink slip as the result of political squabbles within the management - it is super tough, but it can be done. Sending positive thoughts your way. If you are not tied up to the place where you currently live, I encourage you to look all over the country.</p>
<p>MOWC:</p>
<p>Well, that’s certainly pulling up lame on a nice run, huh? Sheesh. This economy is really starting to get old.</p>
<p>Looking for a silver lining here, your physical fitness and exercise will help a lot over the coming days. Good way to clear your mind.</p>
<p>MOWC --I’m so, so sorry. What a tough situation. <<<hugs>>></hugs></p>
<p>Sorry to hear about the job loss.</p>
<p>Looking for jobs in this environment is a lot of work (see the job hunting for grads thread in the Parents Forum). Hope you gt back on your job feet soon.</p>
<p>MOWC - You are a survivor so I am not worried about you long-term. But my thoughts are with you during this difficult time and I am so sorry for this abrupt blow. Snuggle with your dog and make your family pamper you, while you are still processing the impact.</p>
<p>NMINN:</p>
<p>Fantastic. Your early morning workouts will be like little islands of sanity this week!</p>
<p>Warm Up
1 lap
20 push ups
20 ab mat sit ups
10 pass throughs
1 lap</p>
<p>Work Out - 3 rounds
20 35# kb swings
20 35# kb goblet squats
20 35# kb Sumo High Pull Squats
20 push ups</p>
<p>Ab and Core Work
20 or 30 depending on exercise
row boats
scissors
bicycles
windshield wipers
some difficult thing whose cute name escapes me now</p>
<p>Plank until failure</p>
<p>Glutes extremely sore from yesterday, so the deep goblet squats were not a lot of fun.</p>
<p>Walked 5 minutes, ran 5 minutes, walked 3, ran 10, walked 5. </p>
<p>I’m not going to set any goals, I’m just going to do something any day that I can.</p>
<p>^There are lots of days when all I do is walk half an hour. I’m sure I’d look buffer and lose weight faster if I did more, but it’s all better than lying on the couch reading French novels and eating bonbons.</p>
<p>My wife’s routine is to walk for an hour if the weather cooperates. She may also do some light weights (we’re talking one to three pounds here) later in the day. She likes to cook and there’s some exercise in that. Her weight is fine but she could do with some work with heavier weights but I haven’t been able to convince her of that. Part of the problem might be what the guys set the weights to at home. We do have the rubber coated weights in 5, 7, 8, and 10 but I don’t see her using them.</p>
<p>Anything is better than nothing.</p>
<p>Mathmom:</p>
<p>If all of us geezers walked 30 minutes a day and did nothing else, our health and fitness would improve across the board!</p>
<p>MOWC: Bad situation–wish you luck. You strike me as someone who makes the best of all situations, even those that are less than optimal. I betting you’ll figure it out and find something that works for you.</p>
<p>Climbing on the Airdyne. If you don’t hear from me in an hour, send a search and rescue party!</p>
<p>Seems like you could get a similar workout with a paddle-boat on a lake. I recall a good time in Central Park renting a rowboat and taking the family on the water there. Definitely a good workout with a nice breeze.</p>
<p>5 miles today. Very busy with work stuff this week so I’m keeping it simple.</p>
<p>Hi everyone! I haven’t been on this thread in weeks, and I’ll confess that I haven’t gone back to read all the posts I’ve missed … BUT, I had to jump in now to say how sorry I am, MOWC. I know that doesn’t do much for you in terms of a new job, but know that all of us here on CC are pulling for you. What a truly bum deal.</p>
<p>Re: exercise – after a week at family camp in NH where I walked/ran every morning, my exercise for the next week and a half consisted of packing boxes, lifting boxes, cleaning, unpacking boxes, etc. All of that was followed by several days of doing absolutely nothing except reading on the beach. I did start going to the gym again, which, even at it’s most painful, is infinitely preferable to the “moving” workout. H and I were in a state of near exhaustion, but we are officially moved into the heart of Red Sox Nation. The sale of our house in CT came off smoothly, which was a huge relief considering how much the buyers drove us nuts. Our next big “hurdle” will be dealing with the MA Registry of Motor Vehicles …</p>
<p>Can I interest you guys in squash? An hour spent on the court for the average American male expends more than 1000 calories, and only slightly lower for American females. Limited risk of injury from repetitive motions unlike running. Not a solo activity and very competitive. You do need very fast reactions to do well, but learning how to play squash is far easier than learning how to play tennis. (I play both.)</p>