The End!!!

So we have come to the end of this blog. However, I intend on continuing with my workout plan of action. For the last several weeks I have been going above and beyond what I set out to do. I hope that I can continue this trend and be crazy in shape for summer. I hope everyone else accomplished some form of their goals as well. I bid all of you farewell....Jaime out!!!

Still on the Right Track!

So the streak of awesomeness continues!!! Last week and so far this week I have worked out almost everyday. Unfortunately, my lower back is starting to act up again....but I'm fighting through the pain and discomfort. Hopefully, I can keep this workout streak up!

More Exciting News...

So for the last week I have worked out EVERYDAY!!! I am sore and tired....but I'm doing it and I feel damn good about it. It feels great to sweat and get all of my frustration out. I am one happy camper. We will see if I can keep it up through my continuing medical stuff and finals.

To be continued...

Exciting Update

So I totally worked out at 5am this morning!!! It's a miracle and it feels sooooo good! Hopefully I can keep up the routine for the rest of the week.

And it Continues...

Unfortunately, the pain continues. This means that I still have not been able to used my beloved elliptical =(. However, I have been able to at least walk a little bit with my dog (I mean SHORT walks). But I suppose that is better than nothing at all. Hopefully, next week will bring better news....until then....

Update

Soooo at the beginning of spring break I begun my work out routine again. However, I have gotten three urinary tract infections in the last month and a half and was referred to a urologist. The ulogist performed a cystoscopy and a bladder extending procedure (which was one of the most painful things I have ever experienced). It turns out that I have a condition called interstitial cystitis which is an irritation of the lining of the bladder. To treat this I get to have a lovely shot into my bladder once a week for 12 weeks in conjuction with 6 months of antibiotics. So it seems that I will not be getting back into my regular work out routine for a while. SHOOT ME NOW!!!!

Info

The information below is about what type of activity (moderate vs. vigorous), how long you should do it and what type of activities are included in the type activity levels. Also, I included the benefits of living an active lifestyle and exercising regularly. The info was take from http://www.healthfinder.gov/prevention/ViewTopic.aspx?topicID=22

Phsyical Activity Info:

• moderate level, do at least 2 hours and 30 minutes a week: includes things like walking fast, dancing, gardening, or yard work.
• vigorous activities, do at least 1 hour and 15 minutes a week: includes jogging, jumping rope, swimming laps, or riding a bike on hills.

Benefits of Physical Activity:

• increases your chances of living longer
• can help you control your blood pressure, blood sugar, and your weight
• can help raise your “good” cholesterol. It can also help prevent heart disease, colorectal cancer, and type 2 diabetes.

Other Benefits:

• Be fun
• Help you look your best
• Improve your sleep
• Make your bones, muscles, and joints stronger
• Lower your chances of becoming depressed
• Reduce falls and arthritis pain
• Help you feel better about yourself