I've decided to try the early schedule again, so I got up at around 6:15 this morning. Sean went to bed not long after that, so it looks like if I want to spend any quality time I'll have to get up earlier. But for now, I feel at least like I've rested.
Yesterday I went to Outspokin' to see about a bike rack, but as it was Sunday they were closed. My bike does fit into the back of my car, but only if I jam the handlebars in (I haven't figured out how to remove a wheel) and I don't like doing that, especially since it rubs some of the handlebar material off. Plus, it's just awkward; it's easier to lift a bike off and onto a rack than it is to turn it sideways and roll it into a car. And if I have a bike rack, it means I don't have to put the seats down in the back, which means more people can ride along with me even if I do have my bike.
In other words, I'm hoping that getting a bike rack will make it easier for me to ride my bike, which will mean I'll ride it more.
My mom and I were talking on the phone the other day about how exhausted I am all the time, and she said I needed to go biking and walking a lot like I used to, because there was one time that I visited when no one could keep up with me. I'm pretty sure that was this visit, when I brought my bike to Kentucky. And I remember...I felt good back then.
So this week I'm going to try getting up early, which means I'll have time to work out and run errands and also to pack a lunch and workout clothes for my lunch break, so conceivably I can save money while I'm getting back in shape.
I've tried this before, this getting-into-a-routine-so-I-can-lose-weight thing. But I'm feeling somewhat heartened by the fact that I was, at one time, in pretty good shape. I don't think there's any reason why I can't be that way again. My problem is just a combination of laziness and an awkward schedule, which I can work through.
I really do love being awake in the morning. I feel like I have all this extra time.
Of course, I don't anymore...I've spent it all writing this post, reading old posts, and chatting :D So I better get in the shower!
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Good for you! I personally am trying to get up earlier to do just those things too- pack the lunch (for saving money AND eating healthier- a 2 for 1 special there which I love), squeeze in some exercise or at least pack my workout clothes. I feel better when I consistently get up early in the morning, but I'm terrible about doing it all the time. I figure it's part of being a grown-up, doing things like taking care of myself.... :)
I am exactly the same way! But the whole being a grownup thing is way too difficult ;P
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