A Few Of FR's Finest....Every Day....01-14-04....FReepercise 2004

dansangel

[dansangel]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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The holidays are over and we've all eaten *way* more than we want to admit to or even face up to. The promise was made on New Year's Eve (c'mon, 'fess up to it) to shed any and *all* excess poundage.

I can empathize that you need all the help that you can get. So, being the concerned FReeper FRiend that I am, I have decided to rerun a thread I brought to you last summer:


by dansangel



Admit it - Free Republic is *so* addictive, you just don't get anywhere near the recommended daily amount of exercise. Add to that the holiday season that just passed, and can you say, "Double-whammy?" You're in good company, so don't feel ashamed. By following the scientifically developed exercise regimen designed specifically for FReepers and presented below, you will be guaranteed to "shed those unwanted pounds, tone up flab and add *years* to your life, or your money back!"

So, what are you waiting for? Let's get started!

First, it is *imperative* that you have the proper area in which to perform your exercise program. Study the above chart carefully and conform your workspace to the specs given before starting the FReepercise program.

Next, it is always recommended that you start out slowly and work your way up to the more difficult exercises. With this in mind, the above illustrated exercise is perfect to start. Take your hands and s-t-r-e-t-c-h them as far as they will go over the width of the keyboard. Now, relax. S-t-r-e-t-c-h and relax. Repeat for a total of 10 times. Rest for five minutes and go on to the next set.

OK. Next, you will need to find a soft, squishy object that fits in the palm of your hand. A cat or dog toy will do. Looking at the above example, hold the object in your hand in a similar fashion and s-q-u-e-e-z-e. Relax. Now, once again s-q-u-e-e-z-e and relax. Repeat for a total of 10 times. Rest only for four minutes this time and then it's on to the next set.

Now comes the fun. It is scientifically proven that computer games cause your heart rate to elevate along with blood pressure and respiration. Since this is a sign of exertion, it qualifies as FReepercise. Fire up your favorite program and have at it for 30 minutes. When finished, take a five minute breather. Then, it's on to something a bit more rigorous.

Place both of feet firmly on the floor. As illustrated above, lean a-l-l the way over to your right, as far as you can go. Then, lean a-l-l the way over to your left, again as far as you can go. Repeat ten times. Feel the burn! This time, rest ten minutes. You'll need it.

For this one, you'll need to leave the comfort of your work space. Find a couple of two-pound weights and an object that can be used as a step. A couple of wine bottles and the kid's annoying boombox will do. Look at the picture above and do the drill. Think he looks like a dork? Just don't look in the mirror. You'll be fine. Oh, and about fifty of those will suffice.



Tired yet? Good. No pain, no gain. Repeat the above carefully planned regimen for the next 6 weeks and you, too can look like this:

Or this:

Or even this:

*Guaranteed* ~ Or, your money back. [*G*]

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[dutchess]

Hey sistah dansy. I'm typing with BOTH hands. Now that's double duty freepercise!!!!! Great thread today...alas have to return to a meeting....(had to sneak out for a freepbreak!!!!) (((((((dansy)))))))

[dansangel]

Now that's double duty freepercise!!

I'll give you *some* credit for that, but you've still got a ways to go, sistah! LOL!!

When you get back, I really want to hear that you've given the other Freepercises a shot.

Hup, two, three, four.....

:-)

(((((dutchess))))))

[LadyX]

Great post, dansy, and an inspiration to all us addicted devoted Finest Freepers....

I'll have you know I positively excel at these exercises, having more time than most to devote to it. Even handicapped as I was last Spring with my broken right arm in a cast 5 weeks and a lot of physical therapy, I rose to the challenges of manning the keyboard at least 8 hours a day.
The extra effort that required kept me from gaining weight, unable to do much housework...:)) (sad....so sad...)

Okay, all you idle-minded patriots - how many calories DO we burn per keystroke?
We need to know such things, and calculate ways to expand our Freeping Time according to the rise and fall of our heft factor....

We will not be defeated by January sloth, mandated by days of too cold to go outside to play...

[dansangel]

I'll have you know I positively excel at these exercises

I *know* you do, (((((LadyX)))))

Hope you will be an inspiration to some of the *other* troops here at the Finest. (Hear that *skinny dood*??) :-)

Thank you for the kind words and enthusiasm!

[LadyX]

I resisted - albeit briefly - the fact if you and I were in Florida, we'd not have an excuse for not going outside to play...:))

[dansangel]

the fact if you and I were in Florida, we'd not have an excuse for not going outside to play...:))

[SIGH] I can feel the sand between my toes even as I sit here (at work, no less) with long sleeves and a leather jacket, to boot.

[The Thin Man]

Oh great, a repeat of the infamous FReepercise thread. :-(

If you had to do a rerun you could have at least picked one of your presentations that I actually liked, such as........ let me think there must be one.......Ummmm......don't rush me....

Ah, forget it. I guess FReepercise is ok.

:-)

Btw, a very good morning to you, dansy.

[Billie]

Morning, All!    No pain, no gain. :)

[MEG33]

Now that's real dedication!

[knighthawk]

I need to move about the place yes. It's coooooold, so I need to warm up!

[Billie]

Good morning, Sistah Dansy. You did a great job 'rewriting' this for After The Holidays! What a beautiful pledge graphic! And aren't we cute li'l penguins!

Colleen, are you laying down on the job? LOL!

[Texagirl4W]

Hi, all. Thanks angel for the nice post. A friend send the following to me and I thought I'd share it with you all. Sorry, no graphics, but powerful words.

The most destructive habit - Worry
The greatest Joy - Giving
The greatest loss - Loss of self-respect
The most satisfying work - Helping others
The ugliest personality trait - Selfishness
The most endangered species - Dedicated leaders
Our greatest natural resource - Our youth
The greatest "shot in the arm" - Encouragement
The greatest problem to overcome - Fear
The most effective sleeping pill - Peace of mind
The most crippling failure disease - Excuses
The most powerful force in life - Love
The most dangerous pariah - gossiper
The world's most incredible computer....The brain
The worst thing to be without - Hope
The deadliest weapon - The tongue
The two most power-filled words - "I Can"
The greatest asset - Faith
The most worthless emotion - Self-pity
The most beautiful attire - A Smile!
The most prized possession - Integrity
The most powerful channel of communication - Prayer
The most contagious spirit - Enthusiasm

Have a wonderful 2004 ":0)

[Billie]

:)

[Diver Dave]

Mornin' FR's Finest... Hostesses.

My physical therapist says FReepin' on the keyboard isn't enough exercise, so she scheduled more appointments. :(

[The Thin Man]

Hi, Lady. Were you able to solve the mystery involving FreeTheHostages, a birthday and secret messages? One thing's for sure, something's very wrong.

[dansangel]

Ah, forget it. I guess FReepercise is ok.

True - considering one cannot be too skinny, dood.

:-)

So, let's get started....one, two, three....one, two, three,......

Is that *snoring* I hear????

((((((skinny dood))))))))

[dansangel]

Ouch....that *looks* painful (((((Billie))))))

Oh, OK, I *guess* you're excused!

:-)

[dansangel]

It's coooooold, so I need to warm up!

See? FReepercise is two-fold....keeps you in shape *and* keeps you warm. Good job, knighthawk! :-)

[dansangel]

Excellent post (((((((Texagirl4W)))))))

Now, start FReepercising! LOL!

[dansangel]

My physical therapist says FReepin' on the keyboard isn't enough exercise, so she scheduled more appointments. :(

Sounds like my kind of torturer...er, uh, *woman*!

:-)

((((((Diver Dave)))))))