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Sally's Monthly Journal May 2006
spacer What an amazing time I've reached in my life. My youngest child, Sam, is graduating from high school and heading for college. For the first
time in my adult life I’ll be an empty nester. A part of me is opening up, entertaining visions that something new is going to happen because I don’t have to be home making dinner every night. I’m hoping to do something I’ve wanted to do for a long, long time: more theatre. I’ve had offers from London that I’ve had to turn down because I’d be away from home for too long. Now it’s a whole different story – and I’m so excited to take that next step.

Because there is so much ahead of me, I want to stay strong for all the opportunities that come my way. I was really surprised and relieved to find that taking care of my bones is more convenient than I expected it would be. For exercise, I’ve fallen in love with listening to books like Stephen King’s “Cell” while I run or fast walk on my treadmill – the book is so scary that I keep going longer and longer because I want to hear what happens next.

spacer I can do it just a couple of times a week and because I'm doing fewer repetitions, I'm in and out of the gym in 30 minutes. With my busy work schedule, it's perfect for me. I find it's a quick way to build my endurance and stamina and to get a real energy boost.

Aside from adding something new and interesting to my workout, starting a new routine also increases the physical benefits of exercise. It's a great way to stimulate muscles that have reached a plateau during the usual exercise routine.

The months ahead look as busy as ever so I'm determined to stay on this healthy track. Sometimes the biggest challenge is not gaining new ground, but simply staying the course. When you've charted the right course, it's a resolution worth keeping.

Until next month,
Signed, Sally Field
 
Look for Sally's next journal entry in June, as well as other information on managing postmenopausal osteoporosis. Talk to your doctor about how to manage your bone health, including diet, exercise, and treatment options.

 
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