So, I’ve made a discovery. It’s likely to become an obsession. And it was all prompted this past Memorial Day weekend.
This past weekend I went up to visit my sister. Whenever I visit my sister I can count on two things happening. Number one, I’ll have plenty of cereal choices in the morning. And number two, I’ll be reminded that my body is NOT in the shape that it once was.
This last trip did not disappoint. We walked, we jogged, we sprinted, we played basketball, we played tennis. And, I ate crunchy cheerios for breakfast. By the time the weekend was over, I was sore and bloated.
But, all that soreness sparked motivation from deep within (well, that may just be my little muscles cramping). I’ve decided that I need to get back in shape.
But, I need help. Accountability is critical to the process. So, I decided to look to the Internet for help. After all, it is filled with social networks of people who are willing to hold each other accountable. My discovery was gyminee.com.
The website is pretty cool. You can find workout programs or create your own. You can log nutrition intake for the day (it also has recipes and meal planning). You can weigh in and track goals. You can have buddies. And that’s just scratching the surface.
Right now, I’m earning a “B” in exercise. I’ve exercised four times this week (but, I set up some very unrealistic goals for myself). And, I have an “F” in nutrition. Apparently, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches at lunch are not the ideal way to loose weight.
Have I convinced you to join? If you do, let me know and we’ll become GymBuddies. I don’t really know what that means yet…cause I don’t have any GymBuddies. But, I’m told GymBuddies help members stay motivated. Buddies can view exercise and nutrition progress, post in your journal and/or send private motivational messages.
How great is that??
OMG gym buddies, really Katie. Well I guess you will have to go online for exercise support. I have not motivated myself to get up the couch. I have been doing about 50 crunches before you get home but then chow down on chips. I think that may cancel it out. I would love to know what your goals were and not suprised about the F. I know I will help you on your runs. I can follow you in the car and yell encouraging things to you… hehehe. but we will have to you use car since gas is four dollars a gallon.
Well, you’ll be happy to know that I still have an “F” in nutrition this week. Thanks for making me go to Skyline.
That is hilarious! I love the online exercise program. I will let you know if I get motivated to try it out – my new moto is NO DIETING! I will ride along in the car with Kate, just give me a call.
See you Thursday at the game.
You should totally do it, Jackie!! I have NO GymBuddies…yet. One day. One day.
I like your motto, too!!