Humbled by the Bosu

I'm typing this post from under the covers... a little nervous about performing any strenuous motions (like sitting or walking).

I got introduced to the Bosu yesterday.

The Bosu is a half-ball structure you can use like a step. Apparently, it ups the intensity of any cardio workout. I did not come close to the gracefulness of that woman in the photograph, let me tell you. The Bosu and I had a rough first meeting. I went full force like I normally do, and about 30 minutes in, I thought I was going to faint (literally). By the end of the hour, I was just doing the motions on the floor. I decided to let the Bosu win.

I only went to this cardio class because I had to work during the kickboxing slot. It was a good workout, but I really didn't have fun. I know myself, and if I'm gonna keep up with a workout, it has to be more fun than pain. I like to notice the pain after I stop... or the next day. Not during.

Thank goodness I can make next Monday's kickboxing class.

Dr. Ty
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America's favorite past time? (Humpday Wednesday post)

While the Dow Jones drops hundreds of points, unemployment rates double, and businesses everywhere go into the red, there's one business that is actually on the rise during the recession: Rick's Cabaret.

 

I watched an Inside Edition feature story Monday night on a former corporate employee who now dances at said club. Apparently, she makes more money at Rick's than she did as an exec.

 

At first I was dumbfounded. If people can't afford their mortgages, light bills and food, how can they afford lap dances and T&A shows? Then, I started paying more attention to television commercials (instead of muting them like I usually do): Extamax, Maxoderm and Enzyte, over and over, amidst regular television shows. No longer dedicated to the late-night circuit, I actually saw more of these during daytime TV than any other time! 

Hello! Kids are watching people.

 

Let's not forget the persistent and frequent radio spots that claim to make men "thicker" and "wider." What would we do without those? And isn't thicker and wider the same thing? Anyway...

 

So, I suppose the recession has increased Americans' fascination with sexual activity, and as a result, male enhancement. But, why now? Is it because it's cheaper than most entertainment? Because people want something to bring them out of the recession-funk? Because egos are torn among the downtrodden, and men want to give themselves a little "boost?" Or do folks just have more time to care about it? Really, what's up?