What's do you do to keep in shape?

[Grizzly]

Thanks for the well-wishes. Already, after only one day, I can feel a difference. The sharp, shooting pains are now much duller and movement isn't quite so limited. Now to follow Doctor's orders and not try to work it too soon. I seem to have a house full of folks who keep reminding me to wear the sling. I can only imagine what a dog feels like with one of those crazy funnels around his head.

Capt, I used to pride myself in getting to my stands in the dark without ever tripping or falling. Only one time, do I remember discovering a ditch in the pitch black that I didn't know was there. I'm sure there were other falls I don't remember, cause I do remember always trying to protect either the rifle or bow when I did fall. I guess that strolling around the neighborhood doesn't bring out that same awareness of being quiet, stealthy and paying attention to where your feet are going.

[Hydropottimus]

I hit the gym 4 days a week to lift with my girlfriend at 4:45 in the morning. I go again myself two days a week to double up on legs, chest, and back. Then I do resistance bands at least twice a week with my kids to help develop their back and shoulder muscles. Also if I ever wear my fitbit I average about 8 miles a day 6 days a week at work. It seems like a lot on paper but staying busy and physically fit helps with my recovery as I'm just over 2 years sober and my only hobbies are fitness, archery, and woodworking. And the only one I'm not a total beginner at is fitness.

[Captainkirk]

Congrats on two years...that's an amazingly good thing and thanks for sharing with us! I give you props on your diligence at the gym as well. I really need to get back to a regulated schedule but my weird work schedule wreaks havoc on any kind of normalcy for the most part.

[Elkman]

Michael, that's awesome!
I am also a woodworker. I have been doing cabinets for 20 some years now.

[Captainkirk]

Michael, that's awesome!
I am also a woodworker. I have been doing cabinets for 20 some years now.

....so he leaves out the part where he builds killer bows

[Lowcountry]

James - Look up F3 Nation. I don't know what presence F3 has in Kansas, but it is worth checking out. I've been actively working out with my local F3 group, and I am really getting back into shape. I've lost some pounds, which is great, but I've really increased my stamina. We meet early in the morning at local public places, and do a lot of basic exercises like jumping jacks, push-ups, sit-ups, squats, lunges, jogging, etc., in a 45 minute total workout. It is fun, free, no pressure, and I guarantee is good for you. Check it out.