Back On Track

I'm trying a new approach to working out. My only goal is to do something, anything, for at least 30 minutes each day. Which, when you add it all up, is more minutes of exercise per week than when I was running long distances twice a week. So far, it seems to be going well. I didn't do anything on Wednesday, and that will likely be the case each week. I work every Wednesday, then have dinner at my parents, and by the time I get home it's pretty much time for bed. So I consider that my one day off. 


It has been really freeing to be able to just go for a run when I feel like it. I don't have to worry about going a certain distance or strategize about how to fit in a super long run. When it's nice and sunny I can just put on my shoes, strap the baby in the stroller and go. And when it's dark and dreary I can just stay inside and dance. 


Also, I checked out Jillian Michael's 30 Day Shred from the library because a friend has been speaking highly of it. (Hi Becky V!) I'm going to see if doing it in the evening after Joe puts Lily to bed works or if I get too hyped up to sleep. I'll also try during the day to see if Lily is amused by it. She thought my push-ups and crunches today were hilarious. 


Hooray for new goals!