Mixing it Up

One of my 2011 goals is to "get in shape". For years I've been a basic runner. I thought running was all I really needed to do to stay "in shape". Last year I had some minor foot problems that never got sorted out, so I've resorted to other forms of exercise. I met with my friend Tony, who happens to be a personal trainer, about eating goals and strength training. He really opened my eyes to the importance of building strength when trying to get in shape. So, I've been mixing it up by doing a variety of exercises: personalized strength training workout from Tony, pilates, 30 Day Shred video, and soon I will be biking and running outside. Which brings me to the point of this entry.

I am not good at cardio dance videos. I popped in a shape DVD that I bought a couple of years ago, it's called "Bikini Body" and has a variety of 10-minute dance sessions. I selected the Jazz Dance session and attempted to follow the trainer, which lasted for about 60 seconds until I just stared dumbfounded at the screen. I am not cut out to do a series of moves. She kept adding on another move until it was way too complicated. I decided to put that DVD in the garage sale pile.

"Grapevine, turn, tap it across, slow drag, grapevine, step touch, keep that energy up."