I miss the fitness threads and the fitness Doms!

[Lizzie_Borden]

And, just cos we can all use a giggle while fighting the good fight for fitness and health...

 

[bhndblueyes88]

I'mma going to vote for Hulk-Smashing!



I've been off the gym again lately. Had a few weeks off for exams, then just got lazy. I also lost a bit of weight, so felt ok about not going.

But, but, but, I have to keep going, for slightly speedier weight loss and for fitness. Think of the fitness!

*does some mental cheerleading moves and rah rahs and go-team! woos*

in your defense, I have heard it's getting hot down there and heat can be SO demotivating *nod*

 

[Lizzie_Borden]

in your defense, I have heard it's getting hot down there and heat can be SO demotivating *nod*

Starting to, yuh.

It's not the heat that gets me so down though, it's the accompanying hayfever. And the 50 million sneezes that make you feel gross.

 

[Lizzie_Borden]

Why do I want to celebrate another milestone with cake?

Bah.

good thing I've been cleaning house and am too scuzzy and gross to be seen in public so I can't go get some.

 

[reachedme]

my god how many candles?

 

[Lizzie_Borden]

my god how many candles?

lol, no, no candles.

A weightloss milestone. Since we're in that thread and all.

I still want to celebrate it with cake or other junkfood, so I'm steaming some vegetables instead!

 

[ecstaticsub]

I ended up in the emergency room last week. I spent 8 hours on a stretcher in the hallway overnight because it was so busy they couldn't get me into a room. The only reason I wasn't made to wait in the waiting room is that I work there, and I became sick at work.

The diagnosis? Abdominal pain of unknown etiology. I think it has been a combination of severe stress with loss of appetite and just plain not eating or drinking enough. The pain was so bad it felt worse then any other the 3 abdominal surgeries I have had in the past.

Being pumped with morphine helped. Until I threw up. But it forced me to relax.

This episode has forced me to remember that mental health is just as important as physical health. To be physically fit, I have to be mentally fit.

I have to learn to somehow control my stress level. Exercising and eating right seem so easy compared to that task.

 

[bhndblueyes88]

...
This episode has forced me to remember that mental health is just as important as physical health. To be physically fit, I have to be mentally fit.

I have to learn to somehow control my stress level. Exercising and eating right seem so easy compared to that task.

I totally sympathize with this.

 

[bhndblueyes88]

A good health and fitness is the basic need of today's generation. A good healthy food diet and exercising regularly is the best for gaining good health. Yoga is also being the best for gaining good health. Avoid eating oily food and quit smoking as these are very harmful to health. Take a balanced diet and green vegetable more in diet. GH1000

You lose some respectability when you say mostly sensible things and then link to a Growth Hormone marketing site

 

[ruby_my_dear]

Coincidence?

I've managed to shed 26lbs since August. [ bows gracefully] Coincidently, or perhaps not, this is the same timeframe in which I have been more active in reading the posts here and addressing my need to explore my sexuality as a submissive. My insightful friend pointed this out to me last week and suggested maybe I was using food as a way to try and address an unmet need, in my case, a sexual one, and when addressed, food became only what it should be, fuel for my body. I think she might he right. Thoughts?

 

[ruby_my_dear]

Just read below and want to send my well wishes to Keroin. You have been through so much and yes, I can tell you aren't the complaining type, but sometimes letting go with a good vent (or cry) can help tremendously. Don't be shy to send one my way if needed. I really hope the new exercises get you the relief you so desperately need.
ruby.

 

[DeepGreenEyes]

So, I have fought the good fight. It has been almost a year since my back injury, and I have stayed as active as I can manage...occasionally paying the price for that activity. I have had injections and Xrays and ultrasounds, ART treatments, chiro, acupuncture, acupressure, massage, etc, etc, etc. Last night, still awake and in more pain than I can describe, at dark o'clock, I almost did the unthinkable and cried. Out of pure frustration.

I didn't, but it was close.

Tomorrow my ART therapist is starting me on "The Buchberger System" which is a serious of exercises designed to strengthen the rotator cuff and scapula. By Cod I hope it works. If it doesn't...?

If it does, it may be helpful for others out there dealing with back/shoulder pain. I'll keep y'all posted.

In any case, I broke down and begged for drugs today. I'm currently hopped up on muscle relaxants and pain killers. The pain remains but it is like white noise now. Whew. I hate complaining about shit like this but I am ready to Hulk-smash something.

How's it going???

 

[intothewoods]

I ended up in the emergency room last week. I spent 8 hours on a stretcher in the hallway overnight because it was so busy they couldn't get me into a room. The only reason I wasn't made to wait in the waiting room is that I work there, and I became sick at work.

The diagnosis? Abdominal pain of unknown etiology. I think it has been a combination of severe stress with loss of appetite and just plain not eating or drinking enough. The pain was so bad it felt worse then any other the 3 abdominal surgeries I have had in the past.

Being pumped with morphine helped. Until I threw up. But it forced me to relax.

This episode has forced me to remember that mental health is just as important as physical health. To be physically fit, I have to be mentally fit.

I have to learn to somehow control my stress level. Exercising and eating right seem so easy compared to that task.

Ohhhh, es, you must pay attention to this. I've so been there. Your body is basically screaming at you to reduce stress. If you need ideas, let us know, but I am guessing you know what you need and it's just a matter of making yourself a priority.

 

[ecstaticsub]

Ohhhh, es, you must pay attention to this. I've so been there. Your body is basically screaming at you to reduce stress. If you need ideas, let us know, but I am guessing you know what you need and it's just a matter of making yourself a priority.

Thanks. I know I have to stop obsessing over things I can not control and learn to work on those things I do have control over.

 

[Keroin]

How's it going???

It's going to be awhile before I notice anything, I'm sure. Today was my second go at it.

The exercises look deceptively simple. But they target very specific muscles and if those muscles are weak (as mine are) then...ow. I am using soup cans (small) as weights and no weights for two of the exercises. And my muscles burn. Dr G, my ART gal, calls them "ego deflating" exercises. She's right on there. When you're used to hefting around 25lb dumbbells and such, lifting a soup can, and finding it difficult, can sure knock you down a few notches, lol.

Pain continues but at least I have quality drugs to combat it now. The drugs won't last forever but hopefully they will get me over the hump. At least I can sleep now.

I plan to be diligent, (something I'm pretty good at) and hopefully this will do the trick. Thanks for the DGE.

And thanks @Ruby for the well wishes!

 

[Lizzie_Borden]

It's going to be awhile before I notice anything, I'm sure. Today was my second go at it.

The exercises look deceptively simple. But they target very specific muscles and if those muscles are weak (as mine are) then...ow. I am using soup cans (small) as weights and no weights for two of the exercises. And my muscles burn. Dr G, my ART gal, calls them "ego deflating" exercises. She's right on there. When you're used to hefting around 25lb dumbbells and such, lifting a soup can, and finding it difficult, can sure knock you down a few notches, lol.

Pain continues but at least I have quality drugs to combat it now. The drugs won't last forever but hopefully they will get me over the hump. At least I can sleep now.

I plan to be diligent, (something I'm pretty good at) and hopefully this will do the trick. Thanks for the DGE.

And thanks @Ruby for the well wishes!

I think if anyone can do it, you can do it.

 

[YourCaptor]

It's going to be awhile before I notice anything, I'm sure. Today was my second go at it.

The exercises look deceptively simple. But they target very specific muscles and if those muscles are weak (as mine are) then...ow. I am using soup cans (small) as weights and no weights for two of the exercises. And my muscles burn. Dr G, my ART gal, calls them "ego deflating" exercises. She's right on there. When you're used to hefting around 25lb dumbbells and such, lifting a soup can, and finding it difficult, can sure knock you down a few notches, lol.

Pain continues but at least I have quality drugs to combat it now. The drugs won't last forever but hopefully they will get me over the hump. At least I can sleep now.

I plan to be diligent, (something I'm pretty good at) and hopefully this will do the trick. Thanks for the DGE.

And thanks @Ruby for the well wishes!

I once did lower back rehab. It involved a large ball and rubber bands. Your imagination can fill in the rest. But hey, no pain in years.

 

[Keroin]

I think if anyone can do it, you can do it.

Thanks Lizzie!

I once did lower back rehab. It involved a large ball and rubber bands. Your imagination can fill in the rest. But hey, no pain in years.

That's good to hear. Yes, I've done rehab for other injuries before with success. The problem this time, I suppose, is that no one is entirely sure where the source of the injury lies. So, we're trying rotator cuff and scapula with fingers crossed. And, regardless, I do have weak rotator cuffs so these exercises will be helpful even if they don't solve the big problem.

 

[DeepGreenEyes]

It's going to be awhile before I notice anything, I'm sure. Today was my second go at it.

The exercises look deceptively simple. But they target very specific muscles and if those muscles are weak (as mine are) then...ow. I am using soup cans (small) as weights and no weights for two of the exercises. And my muscles burn. Dr G, my ART gal, calls them "ego deflating" exercises. She's right on there. When you're used to hefting around 25lb dumbbells and such, lifting a soup can, and finding it difficult, can sure knock you down a few notches, lol.

Pain continues but at least I have quality drugs to combat it now. The drugs won't last forever but hopefully they will get me over the hump. At least I can sleep now.

I plan to be diligent, (something I'm pretty good at) and hopefully this will do the trick. Thanks for the DGE.

And thanks @Ruby for the well wishes!

Soup cans (small)?? Yes. I would imagine for you, that would be humbling. Is it at least soup that's high in iron? (Hah!) At least you have some rehab success stories, and someone who seems to really want to work with you. I'm glad you broke down and succumbed to the reason of drugs, too - Sleeping is good. Good luck!

 

[YourCaptor]

Thanks Lizzie!



That's good to hear. Yes, I've done rehab for other injuries before with success. The problem this time, I suppose, is that no one is entirely sure where the source of the injury lies. So, we're trying rotator cuff and scapula with fingers crossed. And, regardless, I do have weak rotator cuffs so these exercises will be helpful even if they don't solve the big problem.

For back stuff, sun salutations and a good sleep on an amazing bed do wonders.

Have you been resting properly?

 

[Keroin]

For back stuff, sun salutations and a good sleep on an amazing bed do wonders.

Have you been resting properly?

My bed is fantastic. But no, until I got the meds, I wasn't resting well at all - because of the pain. I've had three good night's sleep now and it has made a difference.

I'll give the sun salutations a try too, thanks YC.

 

[Bandit58]

After nearly a year, and after three acupuncture sessions, exercises, adjusting the way I do lifting in pump class and resting from boxing in between for several weeks, my shoulder is heaps better.

So much so that I hardly notice any problem with it now. I'll keep on with the adjustments in my lifting though (no more than 5kg above my head and doing the chest presses on the floor instead of a bench).

 

[FurryFury]

I find sun salutations and other moves helpful for my back, neck and shoulder as well.

For back stuff, sun salutations and a good sleep on an amazing bed do wonders.

Have you been resting properly?

 

[FurryFury]

So glad things are feeling better with your shoulder.

*hugs*

FF

After nearly a year, and after three acupuncture sessions, exercises, adjusting the way I do lifting in pump class and resting from boxing in between for several weeks, my shoulder is heaps better.

So much so that I hardly notice any problem with it now. I'll keep on with the adjustments in my lifting though (no more than 5kg above my head and doing the chest presses on the floor instead of a bench).

 

[Homburg]

The exercises look deceptively simple. But they target very specific muscles and if those muscles are weak (as mine are) then...ow. I am using soup cans (small) as weights and no weights for two of the exercises. And my muscles burn. Dr G, my ART gal, calls them "ego deflating" exercises. She's right on there. When you're used to hefting around 25lb dumbbells and such, lifting a soup can, and finding it difficult, can sure knock you down a few notches, lol.

At my best, I had a 455# back squat, yet there were movements that I used cute lil 2# dumbbells for. YLTW's for example, never went above 4# bells.

On my own front, I'm down almost 30#. Just got sick though, sonim hoping it doesn't derail things.