I lift weights in pajamas

It's true. In a previous post I talked about loathing having to go anyplace to work out. I found out this even applies to my basement, where a user friendly set up was created by my husband in order to work out. The one place I don't mind going in the morning is the bathroom. I put a few dumbbells under the sink and some mornings I actually lift them. There is a big mirror in there, good for watching my form, and the tub, for kneeling on as a bench. So far I'm able to do bicep, tricep and back exercises. I'm averaging about 2-3 times per week which I think is a good start. I'm very easy on myself.

The weight loss has been going pretty well. I've lost 20 pounds so far and I've taken to a "snacking" form of exercise. I try to do some sort of exercise on the prescribed "most days" which means either swimming, walking, weightlifting or yoga or a combination of two. I've stuck with the yoga, because it feels SO good, even when it's difficult. I'm hoping it will help straighten my spine, bent from years of crouching over a keyboard. I try to be an opportunist - grabbing a walk in the afternoon or hitting the weights in the bathroom.

I used to think I needed the right exercise clothes, sneakers, etc. For some exercise, it's essential. But for an exercise snacker like me, slipping on the old shoes with my jammies works just fine. I get it done.