My heart is so warmed by all of your responses, too many to respond to individually. Many struggle with some of the same issues as I do of going good for a while and then slacking off. And, winter is of course the hardest time for us to think about exercise when we are more achy than usual. I have been thinking about this though, and I think that it is more important during the winter than ever, if that's possible.
During the winter many of us have depression issues that are deeper than usual, due to having stronger or different aches and pains. The weather is also very depressing, and many suffer from SAD. When we exercise we are doing something positive for ourselves and often the aches and pains are reduced at least a bit by moving, if we are careful not to overdo it. So, come on everyone, join in....... We've got a good group of us that have chosen to try to get our exercise programs going again. We're all here for support, isn't that what this group is for??? Big hugs to all, Barbara A in Auburn CA