Digging out the old Exercise Equipment

I have dug out my old dumbbell set, located the thigh slimmer that Suzzane Summers used to sell on TV, it actually works if you use it. It didn’t help the closet any though. I did purchase a body ball from Walmart for only $9.95 with a small booklet. Then a trip to the used book store proved my point about people starting a new exercise routine getting all the info and not following through, I was able to purchase a book on Pilates on the Ball and another book on Tai Chi for less money than one book would cost new. A little money savings in this economy does not hurt.
So now I have all I need why am I not doing it, well for once I am doing it but using the buddy system really will help anyone stay with it for more than three weeks. I hope the information I find and pass on will motivate someone else to follow through this year and make their lives healthier and better. Marcus Annaeus Seneca is quoted “Most powerful is he who has himself in his own power.” I intend to stay in my power and continue with a healthier path for myself.
My goal for this year is to feel stronger, because lately I have been feeling really frail and I don’t like that feeling. What am I doing besides exercise? I am looking closely at my diet as diet plays a major role in how you feel and how your body handles and uses the foods you choose. No more soda, more nuts and grains, fiber and a nutritional supplement. Small changes I can handle, one step at a time. This year I intend to get healthier. I have been very lax with my taking vitamins, some days I do and some days I don’t. That has changed to everyday.
For my exercise routine I found a great site in About.com type in Pilates and there is a lot of beginner exercise ideas and routines for all levels. As I continue on this journey with a little of everything including Tai Chi, Pilates, Pilates on the Ball, Yoga and I find exercises that really feel right for me I will share them and hope you will share what you find works for you as well.