Category Archives: Gym

Windy Is As Windy Does!

Posted on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 by Paul

Midweek activities began early today.  The wind last night was horrible, but it had some benefits: the house stayed “warm,” and I did NOT freeze when I got up at 6:30 am.   The wind chimes were going all night long, … Continue reading →

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FYI, This Is My 6,227th Post (Eighteen Years) On This Blog

Posted on Monday, February 2, 2026 by Paul

We did something today we NEVER do: I went to the gym alone, as Mary’s back is still recovering.  I am at my svelte 187 pounds, and a trip to the gym is needed to keep all the small pieces … Continue reading →

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The Weak Begins With A Trip To The Weightlifting Wonderland

Posted on Monday, January 26, 2026 by Paul

We arrived at the gym 30 minutes early, ready to conquer the stationary bike like it was a wild stallion!  After burning enough calories to earn a participation trophy, we transitioned to the fun and games—also known as the “let’s … Continue reading →

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Mid-Week Meaning Going To The Gym

Posted on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 by Paul

It’s Wednesday, which means it’s time for our weekly pilgrimage to the House of Pain, where we pay professional ninjas to legally assault us under the guise of ‘wellness’.  First, we enter the establishment carefully so they do not see … Continue reading →

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The Dreaded Monday Has Arrived!

Posted on Monday, January 19, 2026 by Paul

Up and at ’em!  By 8:00 am, Mary and I  got dressed in our battle gear—a questionable mix of workout clothes and “I promise I can run directly to the fridge” shirts—ready to fend off the dreaded personal trainers.  You … Continue reading →

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Gym, Work, Dine; It’s A Rough Life

Posted on Wednesday, January 14, 2026 by Paul

All was going well until I realized it was Wednesday, which meant we had to trek to the gym and submit our bodies to extreme pain under the guidance of our drillmasters.  Today, I did something new: I scratched my … Continue reading →

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Tuesday, Where Did You Go?

Posted on Tuesday, January 13, 2026 by Paul

We didn’t even leave the house except to get a quick breakfast at Benji’s.    Mary had to register for her painting class at 9:00 am, so she had to be there no later than 8:30 am to secure her … Continue reading →

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Hump Day Has Arrived!

Posted on Wednesday, January 7, 2026 by Paul

We went to the gun at 8:15 am.  We went to do battle and win, but alas, we both schlepped out of the building totally drained, feet dragging, and body parts rearranged into an almost unrecognizable form. We had to … Continue reading →

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The Weak Beginith! We Are Ready!

Posted on Monday, January 5, 2026 by Paul

It’s Moanday, and this we know because the work GYM (a most frightening word at our age) showed up on the “what do we do today” list!   After our five-mile bike ride and getting beaten up by professionals, we will … Continue reading →

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Today We “Rest”

Posted on Monday, December 29, 2025 by Paul

We did get up early and resume the workout routine we put on hold last week.  We were so busy we couldn’t squeeze in time to exercise.  Najla fixed me up today, and when I was done, I was done! … Continue reading →

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