My Secret Fitness Diary

OH yeah. AUNT IRMA is here. I was on my way to do my weekly grocery shopping and *poof* out comes Aunt Irma. I know, it’s about time since she is two days late (again). So, I’ll be skipping the workouts for the next couple of days as I hug my hot water bottle or wheaty bag.

Let’s see, I did 30-min on the cross-trainer at the gym yesterday – it’s my alternative to running because my knees are clicky (sometimes painful) and I’m too young for knee replacements. It’s not like I’ve never tried running – I did, for a year plus before it got to a point which I couldn’t stand up from squatting positions. I could even move my knee caps from left to right. Until today, it clicks very loudly whenever I bend my knees. DO YOU THINK I SHOULD BE RUNNING? Hell, no.

The gym got a little crowded so I left and I had a snack before studying begins. I couldn’t really concentrate much. I had a two-hour nap (again) and I went to Orchard for dinner. So much for exam preparation. Anyway, I can’t really be bothered. Weekends are so precious. Here’s a breakdown of yesterday’s yum yum:

Breakfast: Nutella on a slice of toast, Protein Berry

Snack: Kiwi fruit, SOYJOY raisin & almond, lemongrass juice, Japanese cheesecake (one bite)

Lunch: Sweet & sour pork, steam vegetables (Pumpkin, Brocolli & Carrot)

Not-So-Good Dinner: Samsui ginger chicken, spicy veggie (which I only had like two scoops), beggar ribs (pork), chrysanthemum tea, steam peanuts (appetiser), half a bowl of rice, soymilk

Late-Night: A glass of milk, lemongrass-ginger tea

I had a really bruised knuckle. This is what happens when you take your anger out at a DOOR. You’ll never win the door because its made of wood and its harder than your knuckles. It was ultra-swollen on Friday night and I had to freeze it with a bag of frozen peas. Oh well. I need anger management, really.

Groceries are getting very expensive. $90 plus for two in a household. Bubster and I just bought our usual vegetables, bread, milk, meat, fish and fruits – maybe some extras (fabric softener, etc). We used to spend only $50 plus and our receipt is a reflection of the rising food prices. I know most of my peers don’t shop for their own food and prolly oblivious about world economics – as they rather spend on Louis Vuitton bags and Ferrragamo shoes. Gosh, I hate inflation and I hate paying rent.

The weather outside doesn’t look good. It seems like I’ll be spending my Sunday indoors. No lounging by the pool today. Sigh. Surprisingly, Aunt Irma is not so crampy this time round – maybe it’s too early to tell. I’ve been religiously taking Eu Yan Sang’s Gold Label Bak Foong Pills every week as it is supposed to help with menstrual ailments. I used to take it once a month. After last month’s agony, I decided to increase my dosage per month to see if it helps regulate Aunt Irma and her grumpiness.

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The website says, “Eu Yan Sang Bak Foong Pills is made from a combination of precious Chinese fine herbs such as ginseng, deer’s antler and other choice tonics which result in a formula that is energizing and of high nourishing values. The product is well known as a special treatment for women, generally prescribed for menstrual ailments and postnatal illness. Regular consumption can help promote youthfulness, improve complexion and boost immunity.”

I’ll give you an update on my progress. Till later.