Oh the joys of beginning an exercise routine. The aches and sore muscles are too much to bear. It can really kill the momentum of any weight loss progress. I have begun to walk at least three times a week. While this is great exercise, my body is protesting, especially my right leg.

Cramps and pain abound in my right leg after a nice long walk. I usually take an ibuprofen and rub Freeze It on the sore muscle. Freeze It is a cream that can be used on sore muscles to alleviate pain and discomfort. It can also be used to relieve other pains like arthritis and strains. After walking, we went to the store in the car. While sitting down, I felt a muscle cramp in my leg. I rummaged through my purse to find my Freeze It.

I take this stuff everywhere because within a few seconds of applying it, my pain fades away. I opened the Freeze It and applied it to my leg. By the time we arrived at the store, I felt a lot better and was able to do my shopping pain free. Freeze It is all natural, which I like and goes on clean. One of it’s ingredients is aloe, hence it bright green color. After applying Freeze It, you will feel a cool sensation like it is freezing the pain, isolating it from the rest of your body.

Freeze It comes in two sizes and is reasonably priced especially considering just how little of this product you will need to use to feel results. There is the 4 ounce tube, where you can squeeze out the Freeze It to massage directly where it hurts. There is also a 3 ounce roll on version, which makes it super easy to apply.

After trying a bunch of different products for muscle strain relief, I have to rank Freeze It as my favorite simply because it goes on clean and works immediately. It also isn’t too strong where it works for a little bit then fades fast. I keep my Freeze It with me at all times because it works really well for muscle strain because it is non-greasy and does not have a loud smell. I can use it discreetly and not have to announce to everyone around me that I have aches and pains most likely caused by getting older.

Part of my overall weight loss plan includes eating healthier foods. I will also be exercising more whether it’s a Dance Dance Revolution workout, Yourself!fitness, or any number of activities I have planned to keep workouts different and fun. I’ve read about green tea health benefits and actually have some green tea in my kitchen. I just need to brew some and see if I like it or not. I do enjoy tea on occasion, so maybe I can reap some good things for drinking something I like.

It is hard to get in the routine of exercising. I’m a gamer and not much into physical activity. I have been doing well with walking but will soon have to step up my game to ensure weight loss success.

I do get a pseudo workout while playing Guitar Hero. I have to stand up to play and like to move around. When I play Karaoke Revolution I like to do my own dance steps, so that’s another light workout. I just need to add more things that I enjoy doing to my daily routine to burn more calories and lose weight. Right now I’m really determined, so hopefully I will stay this way.

I’m so thrilled to have learned that Drew Carey will be the new host of The Price is Right. I am so looking forward to the Power of 10 just to see him on TV again. I think he is a great choice although some question have a comedian for hosting position.

I think that Drew will bring a lot to the Price is Right. I might start watching again. It’s addictive, though, because I have to watch the whole hour. I have to know what prizes are in the final showcase and if anybody wins.

Glad Drew is returning to a show that I know will be around for quite sometime.

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Are left in the Benspark.com XShot contest. Voting ends at noon. So, far Raesmom - that’s me - is leading. The top three finishers get an XShot, so that is my real goal, not necessarily to finish first.

Thanks everyone who voted for me and if you can vote once more today I would appreciate it. The XShot is a handheld tripod that allows you to take better pictures of yourself. I want it to take pictures of me and my little girl together.

Thanks for all the support. I hope I can hang on for at least a third place finish.