It seems like only yesterday that I arrived here at Structure House - and now here it is the start of my final week here in Raleigh Durham! I'm the last of my original group. It's been an incredible journey and I've met some wonderful people along the way.
The sun arrived in full force this past week and we've had temperatures as high as 105! The staff have posted advisories up encouraging everyone to drink plenty and be mindful of the sun. The youth were busy soaking up the rays, playing in the outdoor pool. While I would have enjoyed playing, I am all to aware that the sun and my skin are not the best of friends, so I thanked them politely and played inside!
I've had some great work outs - I had my first Pilates class the other day - and then followed it with strength training with Randy. As both had some focus on my core muscles, my walk had a degrees of stiffness to it. I was still a little stiff this morning, but felt a lot better after my NIA class this afternoon.
Actually, today's routine was "Medicine Woman" and it was at the Woman's gym in Chapel Hill. It was exactly what I needed - as it chased my stiffness away. I like venturing to classes outside of Structure House as it gives me a feel for what it will be like post-SH. We've done the same routine here and so it was nice to be able to compare the two. Classes at SH are 50 minutes -and today's was a full hour. For the most part the two classes were the same - the difference was that we did floor work as well today - and Kate illustrated level 1, 2 and 3 moves. It was a great class -one of the ladies that was there today is 78 - I really like that NIA is something that people of all ages, shape and size can do.
As this is my last week here, it will be a busy one - I know they'll do my blood work again, take measurements and test fitness levels again. There are also lectures to attend on life post-SH. I'm looking forward to seeing my results. I'm beginning to notice a difference in my clothes - so am curious to see how it pans out on paper.
Have a great week everyone!
Lots of love,
Norma
2 comments:
Will certainly miss you, Norma! But I know you'll do great post-SH.
Best wishes,
Nadine
Wow-great work Norma-saw your picture in an earlier blog and you look great! Time has just flown by and by the looks of everything you are in a much better place!!!! Congrats to you !
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