So I read a very brief post on “fit for free” on another blog (Cannot remember which one!).
It made me wonder about my own excercise habits. I would be lying if I said I had a steady workout routine (It’s a constant battle). I do feel that I am a healthy young person, and for the most part, I eat extremely well.
The thing is that being a student prevents me from affording a gym membership. Sure, I can use the school gym, except that it’s 1.5 hours away from home, and I don’t ever go to the school since I’m completing my consolidation. I do yoga at home quite a bit and I enjoy that, but I don’t feel as though I’m getting a workout unless I’ve done some form of cardio.
So what could I do for cardio that is free?? Well, in the spring, summer and fall, I do a LOT of cycling. Love it. But it doesn’t work so much in the winter. I know a lot of people who run in the winter but I can’t run (I was born with rheumatoid arthritis).
This semester has been the worst one yet as far as workouts go. I’m learning as well that when I’m active, my eating habits are much better. Working out and healthy eating go hand in hand for me.
Thankfully, a close friend of mine is moving into her first “grown up” apartment. Her building has a workout room, and a pool! She said I was more than welcome to come and workout with her. THANK GOD. I was beginning to think I would have to wait until spring (when I can get out on my bike).
Speaking of cycling, hubs-to-be finally found me a road bike that fits me (not an easy task). We had to buy a new seat post, and tomorrow we’re going to pick out a saddle and head to Recycle Cycles (to use their tools) and put the bike together. I’m also hoping to pick up some pink handle-bar tape (for a girly touch). Britton is REALLY into cycling and he can repair a bicycle like it’s nobody’s business. I love it when he fixes things. It’s so manly and hot.
Getting the bike ready for spring is another way to boycott winter! Sure, we’ve had more snow in the past week than we have all winter, but gad dammit, I’m still getting ready for spring as if it will be here tomorrow.
So there it is, my fit for free plan. I guess you’ll have to stay tuned to see how it goes!
I may post another bloggy tonight. We’ll see!
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