Resistance

We were given resistance bands for strength training at the week 19 group meeting. We were shown how to use them and every week or 2 we get new exercises to add to our weight training program. My resistance bands went with me to China for 2 1/2 weeks in the bottom of my suitcase. They went with me to Minnesota when I went back for the reunion planning weekend in my carry on. They are always within arms reach when I am in my office working, looking at me peaking out from under a pile on my desk. Resistance bands is sure the right name for them because I have been nothing but resistant to picking them up. I have not used them one time since leaving the meeting on July 7. I keep waiting for the right time to fit them in.

Why am I resisting the resistance bands? Maybe I don't want to add one more thing to my exercise program. I don't want to learn the exercises. They are boring. It is not enjoyable. I just have to rebel somewhere in this plan. I don't want bigger muscles.... I don't know why I haven't picked them up so far, but I think it is time. I need to add strength training, to my arms especially, to balance out the walking. My legs are like steel after 5 miles a day. My triceps are sagging and this needs to be a priority.

I need a plan. I will get to the sportsplex early for Pilate's and Yoga warm up for 5-10 minutes and do some of these exercises. I will do arms on Friday and legs on Saturday. If I miss either or both I lose my clothing allowance for one day. Both must be done before bed Saturday at the latest. This is a start. Hopefully I will see some results, start to like it and eventually add another 2 days, maybe just doing just arms Monday and Wednesday after my walks. It's a journey not a destination. Surrender.