696 Days

[CODawn]

Sunday 04.07.2024
1. Begin with Breath Tai Chi: Day 25 - Being Kind | BALANCE - 30 Days of Tai Chi: Rating = 9.0.
2. Boxing: 20 minutes of speedbag/heavy bag (punching, kicking, strikes (knee, elbow, palm), back fist combos: Rating. = 8.0. This was tough today.
3. YWB: 7 Minute Morning Stretch: Rating = 9.0. Relaxing then flow-y.
4. Knee Push-ups Challenge Day 1: 3 sets of 5 knee push-ups, 30 second active rest of march steps between sets. Rating = 9.0. This wasn't bad.
5. 30 Days of LIIT Day 1: Level 3, no rest. Rating = 9.0. Hopefully the 3rd time will be the charm and I will actually finish it this time.
6. Walk: 2 walks = 5 miles. 1:28:21

 

[CODawn]

Monday 04.08.2024
1. Knee Push-ups Challenge Day 2: 20 seconds knee push-up hold. Rating = 7.5. I find this difficult.
2. 30 Days of LIIT Day 2: Level 3, no rest. Rating = 9.0.
3. KyraPro: 5 MIN STEP CHALLENGE (DAY 6): Rating = 8.5. I couldn't keep up with her today.
4. BFBA: 30 Minute FULL BODY Show Up with WEIGHTS: At home workout for strength and cardio: Rating = 9.0. Good but tough workout.
5. BYNM: DAY 12 | Solar Plexus Chakra | BODY, MIND, SOUL: 30 Days of Yoga Transformation with Nico : Rating = 8.5. This was challenging. I had to modify.
6. 4 mile walk outside: 1:10: 43

 

[CODawn]

Tuesday 04.09.2024
1. Knee Push-ups Challenge Day 3: 3 sets of 5 knee push-ups, 30 second active rest of march steps between sets. Rating = 9.5. Easy today.
2. 30 Days of LIIT Day 3: Level 3, no rest. Rating = 9.0
3. 4 mile walk outside. 1:10:28.

 

[CODawn]

Wednesday 04.10.2024
1. Knee Push-ups Challenge Day 4: 20 seconds knee push-up hold. Rating = 8.0. Better.
2. 4 mile walk outside. 1:10:46.

 

[CODawn]

Thursday 04.11.2024
4 mile walk outside. 1:11.

 

[CODawn]

Friday 04.12.2024
4 mile walk outside. 1:13:20.

Notes: We took a sick day for my husband’s appointments. Bloodwork was stable. The appointment was a positive experience (considering the circumstances, going over treatment options).

Life had been rough…health issues, working a lot, under a lot of pressure at work, can’t stick to an exercise program…refrigerator is still not fixed (the new door they brought didn’t have a water line…I cannot make this shit up). NCAA Tournament was a good distraction…as are books (reading Pat Benatar’s now). I am on a weekly stress cycle between work and my husband’s blood tests and appointments…at least the bloodwork was stable last week)…but every week it’s something new and different. Some days I cry, some days I am angry. Some days I am so lost in my head, I do things like wash my hair twice. I try to take it one moment at a time…

 

[CODawn]

Friday 04.12.2024
4 mile walk outside. 1:13:20.

Notes: We took a sick day for my husband’s appointments. Bloodwork was stable. The appointment was a positive experience (considering the circumstances, going over treatment options).
Life had been rough…health issues, working a lot, under a lot of pressure at work, can’t stick to an exercise program…refrigerator is still not fixed (the new door they brought didn’t have a water line…I cannot make this shit up). NCAA Tournament was a good distraction…as are books (reading Pat Benatar’s now). I am on a weekly stress cycle between work and my husband’s blood tests and appointments…at least the bloodwork was stable last week)…but every week it’s something new and different. Some days I cry, some days I am angry. Some days I am so lost in my head, I do things like wash my hair twice. I try to take it one moment at a time…

 

[CODawn]

Saturday 04.13.2024
1. Begin with Breath Tai Chi: Day 26 – Feeling Peace Within | BALANCE – 30 Days of Tai Chi: Rating = 9.0
2. SBY: 10 minute Morning Yoga Stretch | Simple Full Body Yoga Seated Stretch: Rating = 9.0. There is something about Sarah Beth that is calming.
3. 6 mile walk outside: 1:49:59. Warm and slow.
4. 1 mile walk outside: 17:38:. Nice after dinner walk.

Notes: Rough day emotionally but at least I didn’t have to deal with work or test results. As a bonus, it was nice out and we’re caught up on laundry.

 

[CODawn]

Sunday 04.14.2024
1. Begin with Breath Tai Chi: Day 27 - Connected with Nature BALANCE - 30 Days of Tai Chi: Rating = 9.0.
2. Boxing: 20 minutes of speedbag/heavy bag (punching, kicking, strikes (knee, elbow, palm), back fist combos: Rating. = 8.5. This was better than last week.
3. SBY: 10 minute Morning Yoga Stretch | Simple Full Body Yoga Seated Stretch: Rating = 9.5.
4. Ninja Challenge Day 1: Speed. 30 seconds High Knees. Rating = 9.0. This went well.
5. 4 mile walk outside. 1:14:32. Very warm and very slow.
6. Daily Workout: No rest. Rating = 8.0. Other than having to switch to knee push-ups for sets 2 and 3, this went well.
7. 1 mile walk outside: 18:14. After dinner walk.

Notes: Today was ok. At least it was a day off.

 

[CODawn]

Monday 04.15.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 2: Flexibility. 30 seconds Side-to-Side Lunges Rating = 9.5
2. Daily Workout: No rest. Rating = 8.5. 5/6 standard push-ups. Only 1 knee push-up needed.
3. KyraPro: 5 MIN STEP CHALLENGE (DAY 7): Rating = 9.0. I kept up with this one better.
4. BFBA: 30 Min PARTIO CARDIO TABATA: No Equipment home workout, high and low impact options (SHOW UP Day 2): Rating = 9.0. Even though she talks a lot, this was a lot of fun.
5. YWA: Center - Day 19 - Play: Rating = 8.5. This was fine although she missed the second side on one of the flows.
6. 4 mile walk outside: 1:11.
7. 1 mile walk outside: 17:05. After dinner walk.

 

[CODawn]

Tuesday 04.16.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 3: Strength. Push-ups. Rating = 8.5. I did knee push-ups and went slow.
2. Hard Reset Cardio Day 1: jumping jacks/ high knees, 5 sets, 30 seconds active rest of march steps between sets. Rating = 7.5. This was brutal. I had to modify.
3. 4 mile walk outside: 1:12:36.

 

[CODawn]

Wednesday 04.17.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 4: Stealth. 30 seconds Wall-Sit. Rating = 9.0. I don't like wall-sit but this went better than I thought it would.
2. KyraPro: 5 MIN STEP CHALLENGE (DAY 8): Rating = 8.5. I was really uncoordinated today.
3. BFBA: 30 Minute NO REPEAT FULL BODY Sculpt with WEIGHTS: At home workout with options for all: Rating = 9.0. This was a good workout but parts of it were hard.
4. YWA: Center - Day 20 - Restore: Rating = 9.5. This was perfect.
5. 4 mile walk outside: 1:11:56

 

[CODawn]

Thursday 04.18.2024
1 mile walk outside. 17:42.

Notes: Crappy weather so we just walked a while after my hair appointment.

 

[CODawn]

Friday 04.19.2024
1. Begin with Breath Tai Chi: Day 28 - Move Like Water | BALANCE - 30 Days of Tai Chi: Rating = 9.0.
2. YWB: 5 Minute Yoga for Sleep (Bedtime Yoga for Insomnia): Rating = 9.5.

Notes: More gross weather that just sucks the life out of me. It was another stressful week for me but at least my husband’s health is stable right now.

 

[CODawn]

Saturday 04.20.2024
1. Begin with Breath Tai Chi: Day 29 - Gratitude | BALANCE - 30 Days of Tai Chi: Rating = 9.0.
2. Boxing: 20 minutes of speedbag/heavy bag (punching, kicking, strikes (knee, elbow, palm), back fist combos: Rating = 8.0. This was hard today.
3. SBY: 5 minute Morning Yoga Full Body Stretch | Release Tension & Tightness: Rating = 8.5. My shoulders did not like one stretch.
4. Ninja Challenge Day 5: Grit: 30 seconds Up and Down Planks: Rating = 8.0. Not my favorite but it done.
5. 4 mile walk outside. 1:09:42.
6. Skyborn Workout: Level 3, no rest. Fun workout that I did during an intermission of the first hockey game.

 

[NancyTree]

I hope life will ease up on you soon

 

[CODawn]

Sunday 04.21.2024
1. SBY: 5 minute Lazy Stretch *2024*: Rating = 9.0
2. One Step Closer Workout: Level 3, no rest. Rating = 9.0. I felt this in my shoulders.
3. Not Perfect Workout: Level 3, no rest. Rating = 9.0
4. Walk: 4 walks totaling 5 miles. 1:27:11.
5. Ninja Challenge Day 6: Balance. 30 seconds one leg stand. Rating = 7.5. I did 15 seconds on each side and wobbled the whole time.
Notes: Day 2 of the SCP. I watched hockey all day and evening.

Thank you @NancyTree

 

[CODawn]

Monday 04.22.2024
1. Calm Down Workout: Rating = 9.0. Quick and easy yoga.
2. Ninja Challenge Day 7: Endurance 30 seconds climbers. Rating = 9.0. This much better than I expected.
3. KyraPro: 5 MIN STEP CHALLENGE (DAY 9): Rating = 9.0. Fast paced.
4. BFBA: 30 Minute Pilates Sculpt & Stretch Workout: SHOW UP DAY4: Rating = 8.5. This was no joke. But I think I turned the wrong way and hurt my back.
5. 4 mile walk outside: 1:11:47.

Notes: Day 3 of the SCP. Certain movements really hurt tonight.

 

[CODawn]

Tuesday 04.23.2024
1. Burrito Mode Workout: Rating = 9.5. It didn't hurt my back.
2. 3.3 mile walk outside: 57:40. This is all we had time for.

Notes: Day 4 of the SCP. Too many meetings and my husband’s doctors appointment means I had to take lunch at my desk. After work we had a non-medical appointment but didn’t get home in time to do the whole walk before hockey. My back really bothered me but not during the walk.

 

[CODawn]

Wednesday 04.24.2024
1. Burrito Mode Workout: Rating = 9.5
2. 5 mile walk outside: 1:30:19. Not a comfortable walk.

Notes: Day 5 of the SCP. My back did not enjoy the walk today

 

[CODawn]

Thursday 04.25.2024
1. Burrito Mode Workout: Rating = 9.5
2. 3.1 mile walk outside: 54:43. We got caught in the rain.

Notes: Day 6 of the SCP. Back seems to be getting better. We planned to walk 5 miles but Mother Nature had other plans.

 

[CODawn]

Friday 04.26.2024
1. Burrito Mode Workout: Rating = 9.5
2. 5 mile walk outside: 1:27:35 We got the full 5 miles in before the rain moved back in.

Notes: Day 7 of the SCP. Back seems to be better. Tomorrow morning, it’s back to boxing.

 

[CODawn]

Saturday 04.27.2024
1. Boxing: 20 minutes of speedbag/heavy bag (punching, kicking, strikes (knee, elbow, palm), back fist combos: Rating = 8.5. This was better than last week.
2. YWB: 6 Min Morning Yoga - GENTLE STRETCH: Rating = 9.0. This was pretty nice...plus her kitty made an appearance. .
3. Ninja Challenge Day 8: Core Control. 30 seconds hollow hold. Rating = 8.5 This went better than I thought it would.
4. Get Fit With Rick: Walk With Me Tina Turner - 1 Mile Happy Walking Workout: Rating = Rating = 9.0. Fun but I couldn’t keep up.
5. Reps to the Rhythm: FAST 1 Mile Walk • 140 – 160 Bpm • HAPPY MOOD BOOSTER • Walking Workout # 154: Rating = 9.0. Fun but very fast paced...I am sure I did most of this wrong but I saw a lot of kitties.
6. Kyra Pro: Speed Walk At Home To Elton John | 2,000 Steps: Rating = 9.0. Fun and dancy. My moves did not look like hers.
7. Lucy Wyndham-Read: 15 Minute Fat Burning Walking Workout | Walking Exercise For Weight Loss: Rating = 9.0. No music but she says what the moves werintermission.

Notes: Day of the 8 SCP. Hockey was on all day. It was also cold and rainy all day so I did 4-7 during intermissions.

 

[CODawn]

Sunday 04.28.2024
1. Boxing: 20 minutes of speedbag/heavy bag (punching, kicking, strikes (knee, elbow, palm), back fist combos: Rating = 8.0. I haven't done both weekend morning of Sunday boxing in a while and I could feel it. Plus, I struggled with the speedbag.
2. BYNM: Yoga for Beginners | 5 Minutes: Rating = 9.0. Quick and pleasant.
3. 3 1 mile walks outside. Total time: 51:18
4. Ninja Challenge Day 9: Combat. 30 seconds punches: Rating = 9.0.
Notes: Day of the 9 SCP. Hockey was on all day again. We got the walks in during intermissions.

 

[CODawn]

Sunday 04.29.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 10: Focus. 30 seconds side kicks: Rating = 9.0
2. SBY: QUICK RELIEF | 5 min Simple Yoga Stretch for Neck & Shoulder Tension: Rating = 9.0.
3. KyraPro: 5 MIN STEP CHALLENGE (DAY 10): Rating = 9.5. Really fun.
5. BFBA: 30 Minute Bodyweight ISO Burn Workout: SHOW UP DAY 5: Rating = 8.5. This was really tough but it was a good workout.
6. 4 mile walk outside: 1:10:46.

Notes: Day of the 10 SCP.

 

[CODawn]

Tuesday 04.30.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 11: Coordination. 30 seconds alt arm/leg raises: Rating = 8.0. Ugh.
2. Gut Workout: Rating = 9.0. I really liked this Yoga session.
3. KyraPro: 5 MIN STEP CHALLENGE (DAY 11): Rating = 9.0. I swear she was moving at 1x speed.
4. Moving Mango Pilates: Pilates for Noting Emotions | 30 Minute Total Body | Day 6 Pilates for Emotional Awareness: Rating = 8.5. Full body but focused on glutes and core.
5. 4 mile walk outside: 1:11:07.

Notes: Day of the 11 SCP. The Avs are moving on to the next round.

 

[CODawn]

Wednesday 05.01.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 12: Grip Strength. 30 seconds clench/unclench: Rating = 9.5.
2. YWB: 7 Minute Yoga Stretch for Tension Relief: Rating = 9.0. Nice streching.
3. KyraPro: 5 MIN STEP CHALLENGE (DAY 12): Rating = 8.5. Not bad but my ankle hurt prior to starting.
4. BFBA: 30 Minute Full Body Pyramid Stack Workout with Dumbells and Kettlebells: (SHOW UP DAY # 6): Rating = 9.0. This was a tough but cool workout. The format was interesting.
5. 4 mile walk outside: 1:13:25. I need new shoes.

Notes: Day of the 12 SCP. My husband is frustrated with his health issues. I am just sad.

 

[CODawn]

Thursday 05.02.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 13: Explosiveness. 30 seconds burpees: Rating = 7.5. I could only do the first 2 with standard push-ups and the jump hurt my ankle.
2. Raid Workout: 4 sets on heavy bag, active rest of 50 speedbag hits in between sets. Rating = 8.0. I used to do this workout every weekend but this was rough today. Plus, I wanted to go into my own combos.
3. BYNM: Aparigraha (Non-Attachment) Yoga | 15 Minutes: Rating = 9.0. Lovely yoga except the eagle arms.
4. 4 mile walk outside: 1:13:06 I wore different shoes but not new ones. Not good enough.

Notes: Day of the 13 SCP. Round One is winding down .

 

[CODawn]

Friday 05.03.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 14: Concealment. 30 seconds Elbow Plank hold Rating = 9.5. Piece of cake but my back made cracking noises).
2. BYNM: 5 Minute Centering & Grounding Yoga: Rating = 8.5. Nice and some interesting stretches.
3. 5 mile walk outside: 1:28:25. I wore my new shoes today. My feet felt better but my lower back was killing me. I don't think it's related to the shoes. I didn't work out because I was stiff.

Notes: Day of the 14 SCP. I felt so relieved that the work week was over. The walk was torture but the games went my way tonight.

 

[JCU]

 

[PetiteSheWolf]

Hugs too, and mademoiselle Luna sends purrs.

 

[CODawn]

Thank you @JCU and @PetiteSheWolf

 

[CODawn]

Saturday 05.04.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 15: Strategy. 30 seconds Lunges: Rating = 8.5. Good except for the left ankle.
2. Begin with Breath Tai Chi: Day 30 - Balance & Harmony | BALANCE - 30 Days of Tai Chi: Rating = 9.0. We finally finished this up.
3. Boxing: 20 minutes of speedbag/heavy bag (punching, kicking, strikes (knee, elbow, palm), back fist combos: Rating = 7.5. This was rough today. Speed bag was sloppy and I grimaced every time I did a kick on my left side.
4. YWB: 10 Min Morning Yoga Stretch for Tension Relief: Rating = 9.0. I really enjoyed this one.
5. 6 mile walk outside. 1:49:22. Much better today and beautiful weather.

Notes: Day of the 15 SCP. Only 1 game…a game 7 that went into overtime. It was in the evening so we got a in a 6 mile walk and a load of laundry done.

 

[JCU]

Congrats on finishing Tai Chi!

 

[Maegaranthelas]

Well done one the Tai Chi =D

 

[MadamMeow]

Congrats for Tai Chi!

 

[JohnStrong]

Congratulations on Tai Chi!

 

[Fremen]

Congrats

 

[Anek]

Congrats!!

 

[Syrius]

Congrats!!

 

[PetiteSheWolf]

bravo for Tai-Chi!

 

[colin]

Well done, Dawn!

 

[CODawn]

Thank you @JCU @Maegaranthelas @MadamMeow @JohnStrong @Fremen @Anek @Syrius @PetiteSheWolf @colin

 

[CODawn]

Sunday 05.05.2024
1. Boxing: 20 minutes of speedbag/heavy bag (punching, kicking, strikes (knee, elbow, palm), back fist combos: Rating = 8.5. Much better than yesterday.
2. YWB: 10 Min Beginner Friendly Yoga Stretch ‐ FEEL AMAZING. Rating = 9.5. .
3. Ninja Challenge Day 16: Awareness. 30 seconds side leg raises. Rating = 9.5.
4. 30 Days of LIIT Day 1: Level 3, no rest. Rating = 9.0. I am going to finish it this time.
5. Walk: 3 walks = 4 miles, 1:09:25.

Notes: Day of the 16 SCP. Walks were done before and during intermissions of the first game.

 

[CODawn]

Monday 05.06.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 17: Willpower. 30 knee‐to‐elbow crunches. Rating = 8.0. Not the most fun.
2. 30 Days of LIIT Day 2: Level 3, no rest. Rating = 9.0.
3. KyraPro: 5 MIN STEP CHALLENGE (DAY 13): Rating = 9.0.
4. BFBA: 30 Minute Cardio.Complex Full Body Blast Workout: (Show Up Day # 7): Rating = 9.0. A unique format I've never done before...but.a really good workout.
5. YWB: 15 Min Lower Body Stretch for Tension Relief: Rating = 9.0.
6. 4 mile walk outside: 1:10:49.

Notes: Day 17 of the SCP.

 

[CODawn]

Tuesday 05.07.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 18: Agility 30 side-to side jumps. Rating = 9.5
2. BYNM: 5 Minute Instant Calm Yoga | Ease Anger & Anxiety: Rating = 9.0. It was nice but I am still feeling anxious.
3. 30 Days of LIIT Day 3: Level 3, no rest. Rating = 9.0. Hips don't lie.
4. 2 walks = 4 miles outside: 1:08:23.

Notes: Day 18 of the SCP. Too many meeting…lunch at my desk.

 

[CODawn]

Wednesday 05.08.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 19: Mindfulness. Meditation. Rating = 9.5
2. YogaCandi: 5 Minute Full Body Yoga Stretch: Quick Yoga Break: Rating = 8.5. One intense (for me) pose but the rest of it was ok
3. 30 Days of LIIT Day 4: Level 3, no rest. Rating = 9.0.
4. KyraPro: 5 MIN STEP CHALLENGE (DAY 14): Rating = 8.5. I kept stepping on my feet.
5. BFBA: 30 Minute Dumbbell Ladder Core Home Workout: (Show Up Day # 8): Rating = 9.0. Another "different" format. Really good workout.
6. 4 mile walk outside: 1:11:50.

Notes: Day 19 of the SCP.

 

[CODawn]

Thursday 05.09.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 20 30 seconds raised leg hold.. Rating = 9.5
2. 30 Days of LIIT Day 5: Level 3, no rest. Rating = 9.0.
3. YWB: 8 Minute Min Morning Yoga Full Body Stretch: Rating = 8.5. Nice but my nose was stuffy.
4. 5 mile walk outside: 1:27:06.

Notes: Day 20 of the SCP. My poor dad had 5 teeth pulled today.

 

[CODawn]

Friday 05.10.2024
1. Ninja Challenge Day 21: 30 seconds chest squeeze. Rating = 9.5
2. YWK: 5 Minute Morning Yoga - Daily Stretching Routine: Rating = 9.0.
3. 2 mile walk outside. 34:38.

Notes: Day 21 of the SCP. Took it easy today.

 

[CODawn]

Saturday 05.11.2024
1. Begin with Breath Tai Chi: 10 ‐ Minute Morning Motivation Tai Chi - Enhance Balance, Mobility, and Mindfulness: Rating = 9.0. Really nice.
2. Boxing: 20 minutes of speedbag/heavy bag (punching, kicking, strikes (knee, elbow, palm), back fist combos: Rating = 8.5. A better workout but speedbag was just ok. Great music.
3. BYNM: Spring Morning Yoga | 10 Minutes: Rating = 8.5. Nice session...a little shaky on my triangles.
4. Ninja Challenge Day 22: Fortitude. 30 second plank rotations. Rating = 8.5. I was dreading this but it actually went really well.
5. 6 mile walk outside. 1:49:07.

Notes: Day 22 of the SCP. Pretty tired because we were outside until 12:40 AM taking pictures of the aurora. It was pretty awesome.