Life is Healthy

Souper Giveaway
My first post was about the Progresso Souper You contest. I posted about that because they asked me to, and I thought the prize was kinda cool. Also, I wanted to tell you about my contest. Progresso has graciously offered to provide a prize package of two cans of soup, a jump rope, and a soup mug.

To enter my giveaway, just comment on this post and say: I want a jump rope. Comments will be accepted until January 9. And then through a random drawing, I will pick a winner. The winner will be notified January 10. I would need the winner's mailing address, which I will forward to Progresso and they will send the prize package. I will announce the winner on this blog on January 11.

Back to the Gym
I've got a cold. And it sucks. I did, however, make it to the gym this morning. I walked a mile. I also brought my lunch. I posted my exercise on the dailymile. And this week seems to be starting out pretty good.

Keeping a Resolution
According to a new article on MSN 4 Ways to Improve Your Diet and Keep Your New Year's Resolution, people who make a pledge, such as a resolution are 10 times more likely to succeed than those who just want to change. The article also said that people who track their progress are more successful in the long run.

Well, it's Monday. It was hard to get up this morning, but I did. I worked out, but I felt like I was moving really slowly. I did my cardio and strength training. And I made it through. Now I feel really tired—which is unusual fro me on a Monday. I typical;y have more energy after having some time off.

I did a total cardio day today. I like to do that from time to time‚ it helps break the intensity. I walked on the track for 40 minutes, doing stairs every three laps. My butt is killing me. Then I did the elliptical for 30 minutes. I think it was OK. I want to jump rope, but sometimes I feel a little intimidated. I'm OK at it right now, but I know I've been much better. But the only way to improve is practice. So, what am I waiting for? I could practice at home, but that makes too much sense. And then what would I have to complain about?

Todays' workout was OK. I haven't jumped rope in a few days. I bought one to use at home but haven't done it yet. I need to start jumping rope in the evening, even if I only do it for five minutes. I'm so tired by the time I get home. Maybe a little activity would rev me up.

Today's workout was good. I did some rope jumping. I used to love it. I'm getting my old form back again. I can jump for quite a while before I mess up or just get so winded I need to stop. I used to date this guy—when I was about 19 years old—who was really into boxing. He taught me how to really jump rope. It's all in the wrist, and when you jump, it's more like hopping. I don't know if that makes sense. You jump straight up and down—don't bend your knees too much and don't try to jump too high. One of these days, I'm going to get myself a video recorder so I can just show you what I mean. Anyway, I love it.