tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5956538942392497830.post4187638888246581351..comments2024-03-20T18:36:43.524-04:00Comments on Thrift at Home: Getting Older, Not FatterMargohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16345165456341197559noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5956538942392497830.post-18022531907313081892011-12-08T16:18:02.929-05:002011-12-08T16:18:02.929-05:00Polly, I have 2 definitions for walks: the long, ...Polly, I have 2 definitions for walks: the long, peaceful, meditative walks ALONE and then the opposite, walks with kids. Both are great, but for different purposes :)Margohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16345165456341197559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5956538942392497830.post-57228034172747873972011-12-07T23:26:34.802-05:002011-12-07T23:26:34.802-05:00I love this useful, practical post with all your u...I love this useful, practical post with all your useful, practical wisdom!!! Since putting on a couple dozen pounds when my high-needs baby morphed into a high-needs toddler (stress, anyone?) I have been lazy on this front, but am now starting to pay more attention. And that's the first key (I love the book mindless eating as well)--paying attention!! <br /><br />I used to run; now I use an elliptical machine at home. I hope to start running again after some pounds come off--I like running when I'm lighter. ;) Have always wanted to try pilates, as a former yoga devotee (would like to pick that up again sometime too)--but have never tried it, not once! I should!<br /><br />I love long walks and swimming--I don't do them during this season of my life, but I find both so meditative and relaxing. <br /><br />I like to truly enjoy food and have to be sure I'm not eating too much due to stress or, conversely, forgoing eating due to stress. I inexplicably do both from time to time--it used to even out! But mindfulness re: food is the key for me personally.Pollyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09403233175071026416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5956538942392497830.post-57485831575378550582011-12-01T21:39:38.262-05:002011-12-01T21:39:38.262-05:00Tracy, I love your story! I am astonished at how ...Tracy, I love your story! I am astonished at how many miles you cover in a WEEK. And my kids love, too, when I put in an exercise DVD. They've got some great moves.<br /><br />Sarah, or. . . killer hot chocolate :)Margohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16345165456341197559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5956538942392497830.post-7393271562277370832011-12-01T20:49:57.599-05:002011-12-01T20:49:57.599-05:00These are all great ideas! And I'm so into get...These are all great ideas! And I'm so into getting/staying trim these days. <br /><br />I especially like the go run around in the park even after dark idea. <br /><br />I have lost 4 pounds over the last month. Whooo! This is what I did. <br /><br />PILATES!!!!! Canceled my gym membership and started Pilates --- every single day except for Thanksgiving. Sometimes just for 20 minutes. <br /><br />NO SWEETS. Well, not really. I don't believe in outlawing certain foods. BUT - for the most part - I gave up sweets. I don't love desserts so this was not too hard for me. A little dark chocolate usually satisfies my craving. Or a smoothie.<br /><br />Eating nutrient rich, natural foods. Lots of chicken, fish, and roasted vegetables. It seems like y'all already do a lot of this at your house. <br /><br />Basically, I have tried to make lifestyle changes and not commit to anything I can't keep up with. <br /><br />Keep us posted!Sarah Barryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16023901303151195275noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5956538942392497830.post-51645913580954450032011-12-01T08:35:15.622-05:002011-12-01T08:35:15.622-05:00Getting trim in the first place was my problem. I ...Getting trim in the first place was my problem. I joined Weight Watchers just before January 1, 2011. I love it, because like your philosophy, I'm allowed everything in moderation. After I had my eating under control, I started exercising for the very first time in my life. I lost 50 pounds between January and September, and I've kept them all off by continuing to eat right, and LOADS of exercise. I run now, an average of 30 miles a week; I did 10.4 miles on Saturday without stopping! I would have never thought that I'd ever be able to do that one year ago. Our bodies are fearfully and wonderfully made, we just need to take care of them. <br /><br />Margo, I love that you exercise with your children. Had I been taught that years ago, I wouldn't have had to work so hard when I hit 40. Keep it up!Tracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11011968957287943985noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5956538942392497830.post-49096928721272290902011-12-01T08:16:09.090-05:002011-12-01T08:16:09.090-05:00I like your philosophy!
For the past couple mont...I like your philosophy! <br />For the past couple months I've been doing a regime of stretches, bicycles, push-ups, squats, planks, leg drops, etc. I few every day. I realized I was loosing core strength and flexibility - things I certainly want to maintain! It's amazing the difference I feel. Going up and down the stairs and picking up toys off the floor is easier : )<br />I'm learning to love my body the way it is and also challenge myself to eat right and stay fit.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08757226979393134529noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5956538942392497830.post-90826485767393310972011-12-01T08:08:52.058-05:002011-12-01T08:08:52.058-05:00This is an inspring post. I have been slacking of...This is an inspring post. I have been slacking off on exercise lately probably due to the cold weather and short days but normally I try to bundle up and go out for walks all year round. <br /><br />This summer we went on outtings with the kids in the bike trailer and tried to use it more for transportation. I would really like to use my bike more for transportation even in the winter though I would be less likely to take the kids in the winter and I miss dragging them behind me. I make it a point to run out to pick up some needed things on my bicycle when I can get out of the house by myself. <br /><br />I love that you take your kids to the park in the dark and cold. I feel like there is no time to do anything due to the short days and now I see I may have wider options.<br /><br />I am motivated to get outside and exercise now especially since there isn't any snow and ice here yet. That's when I stay inside and exercise too. You're right. It is easier to do than to have to go to the gym. <br /><br />Thanks. I am remotivated to be more consistent about exercising even this time of year.Juliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15487981744985093038noreply@blogger.com