Tuesday, February 18, 2014

Back on the bike!!

Tonight I went to a spin class at a great little studio called Biker Barre.  I had a great time and, as usual when I take a spin class after a long break, I remembered why I really love it. 
When I take spin classes, I feel good.  I feel strong and capable.  I don't think about being fat in a group of skinny people.  I don't feel self conscious because I can't keep up.  I feel good.  This is not a feeling I get when I run.  Don't get me wrong, I like running.  I feel good when I run.  But I do feel self-conscious.  Not so with spin.  I can get into a rhythm and into the music and just feel the ride. 
So I'm definitely hoping to throw some spin classes into my workout.  I think it's good to mix it up, a little running, a little biking.  I also want to check out a barre class. 

Very sweaty but feeling good!
 
 
On a different note, I had a great conversation with the dietician at work today.  We have a dietician who visits our clinic and does cooking demonstrations with the families and kids.  It's really fun to see the kids chopping veggies and passing out smoothies.  I was talking to her about my recent tummy troubles and she gave me some recommendations for some supplements to try.  She explained why I have carb cravings, such as craving rice for dinner all the time.  I have been having so much tummy trouble that I am having trouble sticking to anything I would define as a balanced diet.  If I can get the tummy trouble under control, I hope to begin to reintroduce a balanced diet with more veggies and protein.  She also made an amazing carrot-ginger soup that I definitely want to try to make at home. 
 
That's all for now friends!!  


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