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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~ Billie, dansangel, dutchess, Mama_Bear, Aquamarine, deadhead ~

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*]

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 01-12-04 Military Monday 01-13-04 Celebrate Living

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Thanks, Mixer!

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[LadyX]

Since today's topic is exercise and good health, I submit the following...

Yesterday as I meandered over the back roads of the county,
the message on a marquee on a small country church caught my eye:

The most important Vitamin
for a Christian
is B1...

[Billie]

What a great message that is!

[dansangel]

I wonder if there is a collection of the sayings that have been spotted on the various church marquees - similar to the collection of "God" billboards

I have been very struck by the creativity of some of the marquees I have seen here in GA.

*Love* the one you just quoted, LadyX.

[LadyX]

"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."

Sorry you brought this up, as I have been unable to fathom the whys and wherefores of the enigma.

Fact One:
It was not the birthday nor the FR Anniversary of FTH.

Fact Two:
The nation's Terror Alert color has been elevated to purple!

Should we enact the Free Republic Protection Plan,
execute a Group Hug,
and bring in Barney to sing for us??

Please advise....

[The Thin Man]

Actually, the FReepercise regimen is not painful at all.

It just that you didn't have enough sense to wait until your wrist was healed. :-)

[LadyX]

"I wonder if there is a collection of the sayings that have been spotted on the various church marquees - similar to the collection of "God" billboards

I have been very struck by the creativity of some of the marquees I have seen here in GA."

Hailing my Sistah Nan to inquire...

[MEG33]

Your concern for Billie's health and well being is truly heartwarming....;)

[Billie]

Someday, I just know it, you're going to be nice to me. :)


(Thanks, wolfie - you knew I could use it for him)

[Billie]

Yeah, he's such a sweetheart, isn't he?! :)

[Aquamarine]

There was a great saying on my country church marquee a while back. "Sin thrills, then it kills". Makes one stop and think a little.

Another good one was "Wise men still seek Him".

[The Thin Man]

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

Ok, I just clicked the "post reply" "preview" and "post" buttons. That's three strenuous activities, so stop pestoring me! :)

[knighthawk]

It's helping!

[knighthawk]

Great post

[WVNan]

At your service dear Sistah. And the answer is yes. I'm at the studio right now or I would check my files. Love the one you posted.

[The Thin Man]

Please advise....

My advice is to keep your chin up, watch your back, and most importantly hide all the sausages before someone Free's them.

[The Thin Man]

Your concern for Billie's health and well being is truly heartwarming....;)

Yes, I know.

Yeah, he's such a sweetheart, isn't he?! :)

Again, I know, but you don't have to keep saying it. You're embarrassing me. :-)

[WVNan]

In order to exercise properly while Freeping one needs to have a Freeper Gym. This private gym includes all the equipment needed to keep one in shape as well as THIN.

[WVNan]

It also helps to have a visual of the Freeper Gym.

[Texagirl4W]

Thanks, I like your tagline.

[LadyX]

* FULL RED ALERT !! *

Oh, Thin Man, do not fall for this ploy to erode the *gains* you made over the holidays!
It positively grieves me to think you might fall for dansy's someone's attempts to make you exercise vigorously... sniff, sniff...

Here - help yourself generously to this small repast I whipped up Just For You...

Take a deep breath, and enjoy every bite despite all the you-now-who's here...