During the long winter months I have managed to keep my weight under control by daily walks and thrice weekly workouts. However, once the tennis courts opened in April I let the food restrictions - no carbs except bread - slide somewhat (indulging myself as a reward for making it through the winter months).
Then came the third lockdown - a month of stay-at-home orders - and my weight has crept up again! Today was our first day out of lockdown and a return to the tennis courts. Let's hope it results in a more orderly resumption of good eating habits and weight loss. We're only talking 5 or so pounds but it is amazing how much better I feel about myself without that extra weight!
It was very hot on the tennis courts this morning but we managed almost 2 hours. I was gasping by the time we stopped and have basically spent the rest of the day recovering. I had to tidy up the back yard (trimming grass and borders and cutting back bushes) as the pool guys are coming tomorrow to take the cover off the pool. One last job is to hose off the cover but I was hoping we would have some rain to do the job for me. No luck so far.
I chuckled at your comments about using carbs as a reward - oh I right there with you. I need to get my bike out of the shed & my foot to the peddles as I'm not a tennis player. :)
ReplyDeleteAny kind of exercise is beneficial in my opinion. Just keep moving!
DeleteFood rewards are almost inevitably carb based, aren't they? Good luck with the tightening up . . .
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I'm trying to eat half of what I normally have in the way of portions. I'll let you know how that works for me
DeleteIt will feel good for you to get back swimming again. I can't wait until we are able to. Hopefully we won't be waiting too much longer. X
ReplyDeleteThe water is still too cold for me to get in - barely 60F!
DeleteHusband just started opening the pool this past weekend. You always seem to do so well when it comes to staying active! -Jenn
ReplyDeleteIt's a good way to fill the days and stay in touch with friends.
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