February 13&14, 2020


February 13&14, 2020

                Yesterday was a rest day but I did go enjoy the Planet Fitness massage and hydro-massage chairs. The staff are starting to recognize me and greet me by name when I come in. I’m there every day so I guess it shouldn’t surprise me. It’s nice though!
                After the pain in my shins and ankles while running, my dad suggested I try a bicycle machine. I found two different types; one where you’re sitting up or even kind of leaning forward while pedaling, and the other where you’re leaned back slightly while pedaling. I tried the sitting up one today. It was a good workout, my heart rate stayed up, and besides some burning muscles, there was no pain. I’ll try the other one tomorrow.
                I really like the rowing machine and will continue using this one. I can feel it working my core, arms and shoulders, and it also keeps my heart rate up. I’m able to do six minutes total; three minutes, rest, and three more minutes. By the end of it, I’m literally watching the timer and talking myself into just a few more seconds. I didn’t go near a treadmill today.
                There’s a machine called Total Body Enhancement or something like that. It has lights that are supposed help with scarring, acne, wrinkles, etc., and help you get vitamin D, which probably everyone in Oregon needs more of. It also does some kind of vibration or something that works your muscles. I’m sure there’s more to it than that. I’m considering trying it soon and will report back my findings. 😊
                I normally enjoy the massage and hydro-massage chairs after my workout each day, but I didn’t have time today as I rushed off to go see my brother get married! After I got back home and worked a few hours, I showed back up over at Planet Fitness for the second time today for my workout reward. Both staff behind the front desk called out, “Hi, Teresa!” I felt like I was walking into Cheers. “Noorrmm!”

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