6 Kids, 3 cats, 1 dog, Mom, and Dad

Working out or Had to do something.

I joined The Works and got memberships for Youngest and Middle Daughters too. So far, all I've done is go there and ride a recumbent bicycle. I have my iPod shuffle loaded with workout music and stare at the flat screen TVs as I pedal up simulated hills and work up a sweat.

My shoulder injury is somewhat limiting but I hope to hit the pool soon and at least kick around while supporting myself with a floating noodle. I'm also thinking of giving yoga or tai chi a try and see if I can ease into those without too much pain.

I'd really like to start karate again but jumping back into a black belt class is daunting. The biggest problem is that I have a hard time taking it easy once I'm in that class. I might be in pain, but I'll never stop or quit because that's not what a black belt does. So, for now, it is better to stay away until my shoulder is fixed.