Thanks for joining me and Kim for the weekly run down. This week was kind of stressful as my dad was not feeling well and was admitted into the hospital for a few days. Here’s a peek into my week of fitness and life.
A stressful Weekly Run Down
Sunday-Peloton cycle + core + stretch
It’s been a few weeks since I hopped on my Peloton bike and I am not in bike shape lol. No worries it’s all good. It was hot and humid again today and lounging by the pool was perfect.
Monday-core + lower body strength + upper body strength + stretch
Sometimes I like to do separate strength classes for upper and lower body instead of a a full body class. I feel like I get more intense of a workout. This lower body class had some jump squats and drop squats-good for the bones.
Later, I was super excited to try out the floating Mahjong set that my kids gave me for Mother’s Day. We are going to have fun with this all summer.
Tuesday-Pilates reformer + power walk
Today was my weekly Pilates reformer session where we did a few new things and also ventured into trying to wall springs. And they do kind of look like a torture device! Later, it was a nice afternoon for a long walk. It also took me 2 hours to clean out the old fridge to prepare for our new one arriving Thursday.
Wednesday-power walk + upper body strength + weighted vest standing core
We are back to toasty, summer temps around here. I got out for my morning walk before doing my strength class today. I also enjoyed a standing core class that uses the weighted vest. Right up my alley!
Later, it was mahjong Wednesday! I tried a couple new hands and won twice-yay!
Thursday-lower body strength + core + Pilates
This is where things got stressful! My dad was admitted to the hospital for some complications with existing conditions. He is a retired Doctor and very stubborn and thinks he knows everything. Anyway, I spent much of the afternoon there with my Mom and sister. One of my son’s best friends is also in another local hospital for a serious condition.
Friday-no workouts unless you count pacing around the hospital. I spent a few hours sitting with my dad at the hospital. Doctors are the worst patients! I know the nurses really do so much for the patients they care for and I quickly made up a basket of snacks and treats to bring to all them on the floor. My son’s friend turned the corner and he will be alright so that was a big relief.
Saturday-upper body strength
My daughter and her new husband flew in late last night so that she could see her grandfather before they leave on their honeymoon. He was happy to spend time with them and my son and I think that really brightened his mood. I also brought along some of his favorite foods. He seems to be doing a lot better today and has a lot more energy. We are hopeful that he can continue to improve. Getting in a quick upper body class gave me a little boost of endorphins.
A stressful week in the life department over here. Grateful to have my dad for Father’s Day albeit not the way we originally planned to spend the day with him.
Oh my goodness, Deborah, I’m so sorry to hear about your dad! I hope he continues to improve.
So thoughtful of you to bring snacks for the nurses! And how nice that your kids could come and see him too. ❤️
And yes, in moments like these, it’s great to have our workouts for stress relief.
Wishing your dad and your whole family all the best this week!
Thanks so much Cat hopefully he has turned the corner
I’m so sorry to hear about your dad ! That sounds very stressful indeed. hope you are all able to enjoy your Father’s Day. I will be thinking of you!
Thanks so much we are hoping he is going to continue to improve
Sorry to hear about you Dad but glad he’s improving. Good news on your son’s friend too.
Hospital stress is tough because you can feel so helpless and things happen on a different timeline (slow!).
I hope this week is better!
It definitely leaves you feeling so helpless and just not knowing what to do. We are hopeful today he will continue to improve
I’m sorry to hear about your dad–I hope it isn’t anything serious and that he recovers quickly. Yes, it’s hard when you’re a medical person. It’s more about control–he’s used to being in charge of his patients and being the expert. Hopefully he can let go a little and trust in the people who are caring for him. Hang in there and give me a call if you need to talk. Having aging parents is so hard!
Thanks yes they are hard! He has CHF and the coughing was really bad for a few days but seems to be easing up we are hopeful
Love the idea of a floating mah jongg. I need to come visit. lol.
But I did win 2x this week.
Glad your dad is doing better.
We got a new air conditioner. Now it’s cool out
Sure anytime! Thanks we hope he continues to improve
Oh no, I’m so sorry to hear that your dad is sick and is in the hospital. I hope his condition improved quickly and he’s released soon. I’m sure it’s a relief that your son’s friend has turned the corner and is improving. How thoughtful of you to take a snack basket to the nurses. I’m sure they greatly appreciated it!
That floating mahjong set sounds like the perfect gift for you!
Floating mahjong is so fun! Do you know how to play?
And thanks we hope he continues to improve
Oh Deborah I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. I hope he’s able to make a full and quick recovery. Managing aging parents is so challenging.
That pool Mah Jong set looks like the perfect gift for you!
Managing aging parents is so hard as you know too well. We hope he will continue to improve and be able to go home
Yes, that is very stressful. Glad to hear your dad is doing better. I’ll bet the nurses REALLY appreciated your thoughtfulness! Not the way you planned to celebrate Father’s Day, but you got to be with your dad and that’s the important thing.
Also glad to hear that your son’s friend is better- he must be young, and a serious condition sounds scary.
Hope you have a week with less drama ahead of you!
Yes my son’s friend is 26 and it was a very serious situation but thankfully he is going to be ok and be discharged tomorrow. We hope my dad will continue to improve and also be able to go home thanks for the good wishes
So sorry to hear about your father & your son’s friend. I hope both continue to do better and your stress level is able to lower in the upcoming days.
Thanks Kim I appreciate that xoxo
I love that you brought the nurses treats and snacks. As a former nurse I thank you for showing them appreciation! I hope your dad feels better soon and can come home.
I can imagine two separate sessions for upper and lower body can be more intense! I think I should try jump squats some time!
The jump squats are a great addition for sure. Yes I am very appreciative of now hard the nurses work
ugh things were going so well. I’m so sorry that your dad ended up in hospital! That is so incredibly stressful. I hope he is well and back home soon.
Thanks Renée appreciate it
Sending positive vibes that everything turns OK with your Dad. It sounds like a really stressful week. Sorry about that! I know how frustrating it is when it’s out of your control. Hugs!!
Thanks so much he is improving a bit
I am so sorry that your dad is in the hospital. That is such a stressful situation. And then the medical situation with your son’s friend – I am glad to hear he’ll be ok.
No wonder this felt like a very stressful week.
It really did!