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My try something new is actually a go back to high school time (so that’s been a LONG time so like new). I signed up for a swim meet. The Tennessee Senior Olympics are in June here so I signed up for one of the bike races and some swim races. The swim will be at the pool I’m swimming at.
Today at the end of our workout, we did a timed 200 LCM. I have a lot of work to do by late June!
Cool!
Since we’re now living in a mt biking mecca (Bend OR) I’m going to try and become a mountain biker. And possibly a rock climber.
I’ve already changed my wine drinking ways to accommodate the fabulous beer here and damn, it’s SO good!
Swim meets are great - I only started doing them in the last 12 months and they’re so much fun. I particularly like the relays - people everywhere in all sorts of shapes, sizes and ages. Fabulous!
I did summer biathlon for the first time yesterday. The kid came along too and proved to be not a bad shot for a sweet young thing. Definitely going back to do that again!
I went to a women’s mountain biking group ride last week and it was a blast! They only meet every two weeks and I can’t wait to go again.
I went to a women’s mountain biking group ride last week and it was a blast! They only meet every two weeks and I can’t wait to go again.
I fell in love with mountain biking competing in Xterra off-road races. I prefer it to riding on the road! So much fun.
This is embarrassing to admit, but I’m going to train daily, instead of working so much. I can honestly admit that I’ve put my job in front of my passion for too long.
My new thing is to swim with Mark Montgomery’s old team, Nova Masters in Irvine, CA. I have a feeling that I will be eaten alive, but maybe there will be someone older and slower than me :-/
This is embarrassing to admit, but I’m going to train daily, instead of working so much. I can honestly admit that I’ve put my job in front of my passion for too long.
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Good for you. I’m still in the having to work too much and last evening the HR gal told me that the overall HR head declined to approve the new position for someone to help me. So last night over drinks with my co-worker who is here from NY, she said put my head down, don’t complain about the work load, pump as much overtime as I can and see if that causes them to change their mind. So I’ll fit training in when I can, make a shitload of money, pay some stuff off, sock some into savings, finish doing stuff around my house that I want done (like a workout room) and buy a new computer. What is it they say, make lemonade out of lemons?
I just got a massive, high visibility, tight timeline project put on my shoulders. That means any dreams of summer vacation have once again been put on hold. I seriously want to cry I need a break so badly. Even a long weekend is likely out of the question.
I’m going to pick a class at the gym and try it. I have two gyms to pick from so I should find something that works. I’m not doing Zumba or anything that involves dancing. I am not coordinated and I’d like to keep my ego intact thankyouverymuch.
I’ve just signed up for my first trail run!
Surf Coast half marathon which is on a very pretty bit of Victoria’s South West coast, so should be very scenic if I’m not tripping over.
It’s also a couple of days before my significant birthday, so it’s a bit of a birthday treat:-)
Plus another round of summer biathlon is coming up in a few weeks - I’m enjoying this new stuff!!
I am due for a new thing and like your idea re: gym class. My list so far:
I did try something new* a few weeks ago (*hadn’t done since high school): painting! the pic is in my hall now 
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Do the tap class. DO IT! I was a competitive dancer in my youth (5-17) and tap is seriously some of the most fun you can have with shoes on. I still have my old tap shoes and throw them on from time to time just for giggles, or just throw down in regular shoes.
Cheers!
-mistress k
I’d say, think FAR outside the box!
A few years ago, Groupon etc. were great sources for Try-Something-New activities. I try to do something new often. Some of the things I’ve done:
Circus school tumbling and acrobatics classFlying trapeze class S factor pole dancing classVinyasa yogaSurfingStand-up paddlingChocolate class at the Ritz CarltonPie-crust making class
A few I still want to try:
PureBarre fitnessSUP yogaTango classHydrobikesCupcake tour of Hollywood (also dumpling tour, chocolate tour, etc.)Hang gliding classSailing lessons
I’d say, think FAR outside the box!
A few years ago, Groupon etc. were great sources for Try-Something-New activities. I try to do something new often. Some of the things I’ve done:
Circus school tumbling and acrobatics classFlying trapeze class S factor pole dancing classVinyasa yogaSurfingStand-up paddlingChocolate class at the Ritz CarltonPie-crust making class A few I still want to try:
PureBarre fitnessSUP yogaTango classHydrobikesCupcake tour of Hollywood (also dumpling tour, chocolate tour, etc.)Hang gliding classSailing lessons
Good list!! I like the mix of activity and food.
And paragliding. I want to do paragliding before I die.
I took my kid off to do a pig day a couple of weeks ago - start with a cleaned rare breed pig carcase and learn what to do with it. Prosciutto, salami, pancetta, cotechino, head cheese, sausages etc. Had a great time 
I ended up in a Zumba class the night before. The instructor and the ladies were all great, and boy can they shake it! I wasn’t very comfortable, and felt very stiff and out of sorts, but I’m glad I did it. Now I can say that I’ve tried it and it’s not for me. I can tell it can be a great workout if you get the hang of it.
I went shopping with a personal shopper yesterday. My sister & I scored the package from a silent auction. In the “it’s a small world” category - I grew up/went to school with her! It was a lot of fun & I scored some great deals on some great clothes. I had to stop trying on pants (6 weeks of injury related inactivity), but got some dressier tops/skirts & a kick ass pair of heels.
Went to a high end consignment store I didn’t even know existed & the time flew by. Even better, my sister recently lost a lot of weight & actually had fun shopping!!
It was a really great day & a much needed infusion of fun/different/pampering.
Love all the cool “new things” ladies!
I signed up for yoga class - it’s once a week at work at lunch - and dirt cheap. Worth a try. First one is next Fri.
We also signed up for a local farmer’s “beasty box” - once a week for 8 weeks we get fresh organic local meat and fish - first pick up is tonight and we get smoked ham, chili con carne (yes - prepared and ready for the freezer if need be), beef steaks, and 1/2 of bacon
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I paid for my summer CSA. 26 weeks of veggies and fruits, delivered to work. It starts in a week!
I just registered for some Barre 3 classes. My friend swears by it and I’m excited to give it a try!
My bestie and I used a Nordstrom personal shopper last fall. That is the way to go! It’s a free service and they do all the running around the store for you. We both ended up with some great stuff.
I used to do bar method. My first class made me want to puke and I did ballet for 14 years.
Remember to breathe and enjoy the burn!