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JILL: At the end of my workout at the gym, I give myself a treat and prep for the day with a mental exercise. After I stretch on the mat, I get into a Yoga child's pose (which I love, although I don't like Yoga very much) and repeat self-esteem boosting mantras, courtesy of all those self-help books. I close my eyes and think positive, life-affirming thoughts. It works! I get up, I feel good, I'm ready for the day. Does anyone else do anything like that?
THERESA: I like to run to fast-paced tunes, but yesterday when it was time for my cool-down walk, I listened to Taj Mahal's very mellow blues number "Take a Giant Step Outside Your Mind." I really got into the music and felt so relaxed. I also enjoy a slow stretch after exercising and when I get home I love to luxuriate in a very hot bubble bath. I don't consciously tell myself "I'm a worthy person" but I sure feel that way!
LAURIE: I just try NOT to reward myself for a well-done workout with something yummy to eat -- very affirming and a-fattening!!! Seriously, though, rushing right out of a workout without a cool-down is a bad habit I have, and probably contributes to stiff muscles I often experience the next day. That's a great thing to do, Jill. I will try it. I bet it helps motivate you to work out again, too.
JILL: It does. It's actually a great transition and it doesn't take very long, a minute or two at the most.
THERESA: On an unrelated note, here's a funny item that appeared in the London Sun this week-- a recipe for a chocolate sandwich that packs 1,000 calories! Note the list of suggested ways to burn those calories.
I've e-mailed the Sun to ask how to make the batter--- not that I'm likely to do this, but I'm kind of surprised it's really as calorie-laden as they say. I'll let you know what I hear back!
Back to today's topic, what are everyone else's favorite ways to cool down and get a good dose of "mental exercise" after a workout?
(Friday treat: I'll mail a copy of "The L.A. Shape Diet" by David Heber to the first person who comments today!)
my favorite cool down after a workout is a series of stretchs in the shower. I raise my arms high and reach, then straight out at shoulder height, i turn away from the spray and touch knees then toes, all while the water is running. it is refreshing and the added bonus, i rinse away the sweat.
Now, when do i receive my book?
thank you
Congrats, Lisa! E-mail me your mailing address (girlfriends@phillynews.com) and I'll get that book sent off to you right away.
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