Yes, Happy New Year!! Today (in Israel) is the first day of the new Jewish year. It is a time to reflect on the past year and prepare for the year ahead, contemplating actions, dreams and feelings. It's amazing the amount of things that happen during a year and last year was a pretty full …
Tag: swimming
Some Feedback
Because running is off of the table until late Summer at the earliest I have turned to swimming and spinning. I really enjoy my time in the pool, but swimming wall to wall can get a bit old day after day, so I have turned to gym classes to get in a good workout. My …
WIAW – On a very long day
It's rare that my office has very long meetings, but yesterday was one of those days where I entered the building at 7am and did not leave until 5:30pm. We had an all day meeting with a handful of 10 minute breaks to stretch our legs and snarf down a snack. I was so tired …
2012
365 days ago I started this blog. It was supposed to chronicle my journey as a runner and my healthy (and not so healthy) habits. And while running was a major part of this daily publication for many months, running took a major back seat to many other life events that happened this year. Some …
I went to work
I decided to save some of my vacation days and head in to work for 2 days this week. Well, that was no easy task after so many days off. I got up early with the cat as usual and took care of some emails. Then I somehow convinced myself that it would be a …
A Story
If you see me walking down the street you would never know that almost 6 months ago I had major surgery to repair my broken hip. I have no visible limp, you cannot see any signs of surgery and I have a smile on my face. Swimming on the other hand leaves me very exposed, …
That Time I Voluntarily Swam in the Bay
This weekend was full of adventures starting with some long walks around the city and then, yup, a swim in the bay! It might be December, but that did not stop me from suiting up in a wet suit, strapping on two swim caps and loading up on body glide. I have been working hard …
Checking off the bucket list
Look at what I'm wearing!! This might be a rental, but I am fully committed to swimming in the bay this weekend. Stay tuned for details about my next plunge... Happy Friday! What adventures are you going on this weekend?
Come a long way
Swimming has become a big part of my life since the accident. Beyond being a great cardio workout and an amazing way to tone every muscle, swimming is incredibly freeing. When I am in the water I can move my body as I wish with no fear of pain or injury. I can get my …
Water Works
It's Saturday morning pool time. If you aren't already addicted to laps maybe you should be... Take a hint from Women's Health Or take a clue from WebMD Or get some ideas from Fitness Magazine Or even listen to my cat who loves it when I leave for the pool so she can sleep!
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