Tuesday, April 14, 2009

Getting Back into Shape


I have no problem admitting that I'm quite lazy. I didn't always used to be this way! A few years ago I took kickboxing classes 3-4 times a week...Little Vitch could pretty much kick the head off of someone 6'0", belive it or not! Even up to a year and a half ago when I was attending grad school in Florida, I would hit the gym at least 3 times a week because it was an awesome facility, with lots of basketball courts, machines, (a food court), and a nice view of sunset.


Being 5'1" and scrawny, everyone assumes that I'm in shape. But I don't think "being in shape" is about how skinny you are...It's about your endurance, stamina, and not being out of breath after climbing all those darn subway stairs.


With summer approaching, I've started to take baby steps to get back into shape. I also think working out gives you more energy and allows you to focus more...not to mention you obviously become more disciplined, which can translate to benefits in other parts of your life.


About 2 weeks ago, I started some some situps out of the blue!! Since then I have tried to do at least 50 to 70 situps at least 3 times a week. I know you guys are probably like,"that's it?" But like I said--BABY STEPS!! I also played baskbetball on Friday for an hour and 15 minutes straight...and trust me...I was feeling those unused muscles ALLLL weekend!


Once it starts getting warmer in NY, I'm going start jogging in the mornings after I feed my doggies....(yes, warm weather will be my motivator!)

So, how are you guys getting in shape for the summer?? And what other baby step exercises can you recommend?

Vitra

Sunday, April 5, 2009

WHAT ARE SOME MUST READ BLOGS??

So those of you who know me, or have seen items about me on google, etc, must realize by this point that I'm internet-challenged. I only just started to get into this blog thing, but I would like to learn and become more proficient in the Blogosphere world.

Please send me your suggestions and feedback about which blogs you follow, which ones are must read, the most popular, etc. They can be about anything and everything--I'm all up for learning about new things and opening my knowledge to any subject.

Thank you so much!
v.