"I suggest you stick with the beginner swim class."

Four days straight of exercise - more than I have done in all of 2009.

Saturday morning - 40 minute spin class at NYSC then a 10 minute treadmill run, a suggestion courtesy of my awesome drill sergeant coworker, Jodie. Legs. felt. like. lead.

Sunday morning - 1 hour power yoga. Upward dog, downward dog, warrior pose, tree post, stretch stretch stretch.

Monday evening - 1 hour swim GTS with Eran and Jodie (who makes sure we're not always 15 minutes late to these sessions). Eran and I decided to try the intermediate class (instead of beginner this week). After one warm up lap, we stopped in front of the coach to wait for instructions. He looked down and said, "Were you guys in the beginner class last week?" We eagerly responded, "Yes!" He then said, "I suggest you stick with the beginner swim class. It is probably a better pace." DEJECTED! Eran and I hypothesize that it's because we stopped, he thought we were tired, and not because our pace or form was not up to par. That's what we tell ourselves at least. Pat on back.

Tonight is the group run in central park. Guess what I have? Leggings! Though not the certifiable kind, yet.

Jimmy Gege, thank you for your donation! The amount is interesting -- not a round number, but you are always one to keep me guessing. Looking forward to your return to American soil.