Bad News

I just got  back from the Doctor's office.  Although they praise my recent weight loss, they are NOT pleased with the running.  In fact, they are "grounding" me from running.  I have been told to find an "alternative" way to do cardio.  Why is it that when someone tells you that you CAN'T do something, you suddenly want to do it more then you ever did before?  What is it about the forbidden that makes it so appealing?   

So, it would appear that I am NOT going to be running for Disney, or anything else for that matter.  However, I am going to end the suspense regarding our new program.  It has been difficult to coordinate it 'cause Tracey and I are busy working mom's on opposite sides of the continent.  Here's the deal, we had discovered that our desire to be healthy is stronger then our desire to run for Disney.  We are working out a point system that will award a variety of points for certain activities and behaviors.  So, although I won't be hitting the road as often as I would like, I am still committed to this healthy living effort.  I asked my doctor if running was out for good.  She indicated that once in a while is acceptable.  It isn't out of the question for me.  It is something I still plan on keeping in my little black book of exercises.  I'll call it up every once in a while...apparently when I feel like doing something "forbidden". :)  OOOOH!  I'm such a rebel. 

Anyway, there will eventually be another post that gives details and serious attention to our new and updated program.  I'm looking for new types of activity.  I've considered giving the new crazy craze of "hot yoga" a shot.  It might be fun.  Anyone tried it and LOVED it?  Sound off if you have.  Or simply feel free to suggest your all time favorite NON-running cardio activity.  I'm looking for new classes, ideas, solutions.  Oh, no swimming.  Really, it should go without saying that I'm not getting into a swimsuit in public for exercising purposes.