Bleh... In a word, that's about how I've been feeling for the past week or three. I'm so glad I had some good days to celebrate, because these are the days when I just don't have it. I'm tired, I'm achy, and I have to really push myself to get anything done.
My motivation is getting things off my to-do list, because I keep writing things down over and over, wherever I am, on various slips of paper, and eventually, I have lists and lists repeating the same important tasks all over the place, while the task itself remains undone. I'm proud to say that I managed to cross a couple things off my lists today, and even tossed an obsolete list or two away. It's progress that I am happy about, even though I know I could have done all that and more very easily in "the before time".
I've noticed the stairs are getting more and more taxing on my leg muscles, lately, too. I have been mixing up my stretching routines with some isometric strengthening exercises, including some squat-type moves that help strengthen my leg muscles. Of course, progress has been slow. I have been slow!
I feel this post is somewhat disappointing, but I wanted to check in with whoever might be reading and let them know I'm still alive. I'm just not feeling right lately, so I don't have much to say today. I'm feeling icky with a flare-up and I'm pushing through it.
The best medicine for a flare is rest. You need to give yourself time. I hope you feel better soon. Gentle hugs
ReplyDeleteThanks, Deb. I'm frustrated at my weakening muscles while I rest, and my weight loss becoming stagnant. Normal people can just exercise more to burn more - I can't. I feel a bit stuck at the moment, but I must do what I know is right: rest. I need to not stress over these setbacks and just let my body recover a little.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your comments!