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50+ Weekend Check-Ins, February 18-20, 2022

User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence February 18th, 2022

Hello everyone, happy coming weekend to you ❤️

I thought that for the weekend we can talk about our physical activity 😊

Regular exercise and physical activity promotes strong muscles and bones. It improves respiratory, cardiovascular health, and overall health.

* What is your physical activity routine?
* Do you plan to try a new physical activity or to improve yours?
* How do you feel today?


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User Profile: thoughtfulmomma
thoughtfulmomma February 18th, 2022
* What is your physical activity routine?
To be honest, it's really non-existent. :) Seriously, I have been SO lazy. I just hunker down for the winter months and hibernate. lol

* Do you plan to try a new physical activity or to improve yours?
It has to be improved. Once the weather is better I'm going to start walking. That's definitely something I can do.

* How do you feel today?
I'm caught up in myself today. My brain is trying to create a bunch of worry about things that haven't happen and won't (most likely) happen, and it's irritating.
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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 18th, 2022

@thoughtfulmomma

Hi there @thoughtfulmomma 😊 💐

Sorry to hear there are some negative thoughts upsetting you. Maybe it can help a bit trying not to get caught also in negative emotions that could happen when we face this kind of thoughts?...it's like to try to just observe the thoughts from the outside, so to speak, without judgment.

If that's too difficult or not possible I then hope there can be something enjoyable you can do during the weekend, what could it be?

Nice idea to start walking, i love it too! Spring is ahead so... fingers crossed some warmer days will happen soon, let me know when you will start your walking activity...we need to celebrate it and make a good plan ✨

Have a good weekend and if you feel to post again to let me know how you feel daily, I will be glad to text you back ❤️



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User Profile: WharfRat
WharfRat February 18th, 2022
* What is your physical activity routine?

I don't have one. I had started exercising again a little over two years ago, around Thanksgiving of 2019, but when the pandemic came along in mid-March, I had to stop. The gyms closed, etc. I have no room to exercise at home. I could go to the gym now, but feel too blah to do anything.

* Do you plan to try a new physical activity or to improve yours?

I should do something, but I don't have anything in mind.

* How do you feel today?

Sad, anxious and lonely - there is a certain woman I love and she wants nothing to do with me, anyway. I need to learn how to stop loving her.

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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 19th, 2022

@WharfRat

Hello there @WharfRat

Sorry to hear you feel bad, sometimes things don't go as we wish them to and it surely is difficult to deal with it. Love needs two to blossom and grow, so I wish you to be able to let go for something that isn't giving you any positive emotion.

If you can think of any light and simple physical activity (long walks? ) as part of self care maybe it'll be possible to start a new routine. Start with little steps and see if it'll feel beneficial, also for your mood.

Take care 😊

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User Profile: UberRuminator
UberRuminator February 18th, 2022

@MeaningfulSilence

* What is your physical activity routine?

I have health issues, so I can only walk on occasion.

* Do you plan to try a new physical activity or to improve yours?

I can’t really do any more.

* How do you feel today?

Eh...
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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 19th, 2022

@UberRuminator

Hi @UberRuminator!

To walk is perfect! Also because it's an activity we do outside, breathing fresh air, exposing to light and sun that helps having good D vitamin levels! Plus we can enjoy the surrounding, the place.

Where do you like to walk?

When i go to the mountain i enjoy it there, when I'm in the city i choose big park areas.

Happy weekend to you 😊


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User Profile: UberRuminator
UberRuminator February 19th, 2022

@MeaningfulSilence

There are a few trails in town that I can choose from when I’m physically able to go. Even though it’s still in town, it seems like you’re in the middle of nowhere. Didn’t go out today though due to the cold. Spent all day in bed...

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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 20th, 2022

@UberRuminator

Hi, it's nice that you have a favorite place to go to 😊

Sorry that this weekend you did not feel like moving and weather played a role to.

But there are new days to look at : things can be different....weather too ;)


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User Profile: purpleTree4652
purpleTree4652 February 19th, 2022

@MeaningfulSilence, Hi, Silence,

1. What is your physical activity routine?
UI have 2 very physical jobs. That is my physical activity routine.
2. Do you plan to try a new physical activity or to improve yours?
Not at the present time.
3. How do you feel today?
I am at odds with a new employee at one of my jobs. She has been scheduled to work with me when closing the business and she just stops working and roams around. I had to tell managers tonight. I want this new employee to close the business with other senior employees so they can see how she is acting. Right now I am the only one who has seen this behaviour. It's stressful.
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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 19th, 2022

@purpleTree4652

Hi @purpleTree4652 😊💐

Sorry for the stress with the work situation. I really wish it won't ruin your weekend or me-time moments.

If you need to relax and rest then go for it and find time to do something you enjoy, anything...important is that's something that makes you feel good.

Take care!

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User Profile: SilverPap
SilverPap February 19th, 2022

@MeaningfulSilence What is your physical activity routine? Bed or Wheel Chair

* Do you plan to try a new physical activity or to improve yours? Try not to not lose more.
* How do you feel today? Physically ...same as all middle of the nights ... wishing I was better and awake. Emotionally...glad I'm reaching out as that is a positive step. But got no idea what I'm doing or how to navigate this site.
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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 19th, 2022

@SilverPap

Hello @SilverPap, welcome to you! ✨

We are glad you joined ❤️

It's good you are taking steps to find something helpful, I really hope 7 cups can be a positive experience for you.

I don't use the App I connect with browser so there can be different features but let me share something that could help you understand the site options:

* this is the link to see all 7 cups' communities like 50+ https://www.7cups.com/home/?cr=dash

* this is the browse a listener page where you can select listeners to talk with choosing the topic : https://www.7cups.com/BrowseListeners/

* when you have chats you become active and you'll see the option to enter rooms becoming available, it's where you can participate to group chats and discussions, here you are an example: https://www.7cups.com/forum/50OverCommunity_193/CelebrationandEvents_2251/JointDiscussionswithFamilyandFiftyPlusAges18andover_270761/

Feel free to reach out if you have more questions, wishing you a good weekend ahead 😊

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User Profile: SilverPap
SilverPap February 19th, 2022

@MeaningfulSilence WOW I was just following along. I never expected such a wonderful response. Thank you so very much. I appreciate it more than you know. I'll have to find my way back after my eyes sleep to be able to truly ready it. LOL But, that just means your kindness blessed me two days.

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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 19th, 2022

@SilverPap

You are welcome @SilverPap 😊

Please have a good rest, there's no rush!

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User Profile: Loveyourfate
Loveyourfate February 19th, 2022

I take my dog out for a walk four times a day and then take him for a 20 minute walk. I'm going to try something new starting this weekend which is yoga and Tai chi see which one I like the best.

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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 19th, 2022

@Loveyourfate

Hi @Loveyourfate, amazing!

Walking dogs is what i do too, so yay for it ☺️👍

Good you are thinking about Yoga and Tai Chi as a new physical activity to try!

There are some other people in 50+ community that already practice them, hope you'll enjoy it, let me know later on!

Have a good weekend over there!

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User Profile: Loveyourfate
Loveyourfate February 19th, 2022

Thank you

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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 19th, 2022

@Loveyourfate

You are welcome ☺️

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User Profile: Offmytrack
Offmytrack February 19th, 2022
* What is your physical activity routine? Walk around the condominiums.
* Do you plan to try a new physical activity or to improve yours? I occasionally walk down the creek.
* How do you feel today? Pretty good.
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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 19th, 2022

@Offmytrack

Hello @Offmytrack 😊

Glad to hear you re feeling good!

How is/was weather today over there? I find it more comfortable to take my walks when weather is good but don't skip them also when it's foggy, cold or drizzly.

Cool to walk near a creek, i like the lake too 👍

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User Profile: Offmytrack
Offmytrack February 20th, 2022

@MeaningfulSilence It's cold today, but I will take a walk anyway.

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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 20th, 2022

@Offmytrack

That's good, glad to hear. 😊

Hope it has been enjoyable.

What after a walk in cold weather? A warm shower? Warm cup of tea/coffee/milk?

cheers!

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User Profile: Offmytrack
Offmytrack February 21st, 2022

@MeaningfulSilence How is/was weather today over there? I find it more comfortable to take my walks when weather is good but don't skip them also when it's foggy, cold or drizzly. It's been cold, colder every day.

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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 21st, 2022

@Offmytrack

Oh cool, exactly my words 😊

Fingers crossed it'll get warmer soon !

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User Profile: soulsings
soulsings February 20th, 2022

@MeaningfulSilence thanks for this thread

* What is your physical activity routine? I do Tai Chi every day and do yoga and cardio classes online all week.
* Do you plan to try a new physical activity or to improve yours? I am trying to be more mindful of what I am doing.
* How do you feel today? Feeling good nice to have a day off routine.
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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 21st, 2022

@soulsings

Hi @soulsings!

That's a very good routine, thumbs up! 👍

Glad to hear you are feeling good, keep on going 🌹

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User Profile: soulsings
soulsings February 21st, 2022

@MeaningfulSilence thanks for the confirmation.

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User Profile: MeaningfulSilence
MeaningfulSilence OP February 21st, 2022

@soulsings

You are welcome, I meant it 😊

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