A Little Experiment

[tlgoblue]

Driving home from the bank this a.m., I started listening to one of my all time favorite, (but seldom played ) CD's and it took me back to when I was 12 years old and went to see my very first Rock Concert. I remember how he (Bob Seger, in this instance) became drenched with sweat and looked like he must have burned a million calories. I remember rushing out and buying Live Bullet, and playing it over and over and doing my best rock-n-roll star gyrations to the music. (No wonder I never had a weight problem then.)
I got to thinking what my Uncle told me about his wife's daughter's husband, who is one of these old time rockers. "It's incredible. ... loses between 10 and 15 pounds each night he performs. Thats why he can eat the way he does. He has to, or he'll waste away."
HMMMM. Out comes Live Bullet, and I begin gyrating my way through my morning chores. The sweat poured out of me, but as the tunes rolled on, I became more frenetic in my pace, and had a ball! (My face hurts from smiling so much!)
Now, I don't recommend this as a method of weight loss, as I'm sure it was all water, but I lost 1.5lbs! At a time when the BF is having his way with me, I guess I told him!
Anyway, I'm no rock star, and I know that losing weight this way is not healthy, but I did have a good time, I got moving and I bet if I incorporated my 12 year old antics into my life every now and again, I just may start seeing results while feeling a bit young again. (Thank goodness nobody walked in on me or I would have had to throw myself on my sofa an scream bloody murder at whomever caught me acting silly. )
Remember those good old times? Think of one today. It will do wonders for the rest of the day!

Keep the Faith!
Tracy

 

[nativetxn]

Sounds like a fun way to fit an extra workout into your day. Good idea!

 

[binny]

Great idea! You got in a great workout AND chores done! Good for you!

 

[KarenNY]

That sounds like a fun way to get in an extra workout!

 

[jimmytammy]

Along with getting your exercise in, it sounds like you made your chores more fun to do. I may have to try that if I can get everyone out of the house . I can't say that I'd want anyone in the house walking in on me.
Tammy

 

[LoriZH]

I often thought of doing something like that myself. When I'm in the car I throw in an old CD and think about those days and want to rock out. I keep saying, oh I am going to put that on when I get home and do the chores, but I never do it, but tomorrow I am going to do it!

Oh and I am going to work out at the gym at a new class on Thursday (haven't worked out in about a year, or in a gym for about 4 years), wish me luck!

 

[tlgoblue]

Good luck All. It was really fun, and as I've found out this a.m., a pretty good workout. My legs are a bit sore! Won't keep me down, but actually inspires me more.
Lori, even if the classes seem hard at first, remember it's selfish time alone. Just start slow, get in the groove and then work on your intensity. Enjoy!
Now, any suggestions for another workout album? Thinking J. Giels Band Blow Your Face Out! Although, today is ironing day. That could be tough.

Keep the Faith!
Tracy

 

[perdidobay]

Dancin' while you're ironing...now that should be fun Watch out when you swing that iron around!!
You've made housework sound fun!

Keep up the good work Tracy!!!!!!!!

I'll be cutting grass all day today... on a riding mower....ya think I can dance from the waist up??
I will have a radio headset on......... listening to an oldies rock station.
MJ

 

[wovenwonder]

Way to Go Tracy! Isn't funny how inspiration can be found in the oddest places!

 

[tlgoblue]

Perdi,
I've been know to do the butt boogie! We take numeous road trips and I will wiggle in my seat. More of an upper body work out and it embarrasses my kids to tears if there are any lookers on! "Oh my gosh MAAAAHM! People are looking at you!" Then DH usually gets in the act and we get accused of "Sneaking one in the mormning!" LOL! Anyway, funny how music affects us!

Keep the Faith!
Tracy