It was hot as hell this week. My back is almost back to normal but I did something to my right ankle too. What a drag it is getting old.  It could be worse. I could be this guy. Yes, I know, drugs fell out of my ass.

This week was another reminder of how much I hate my governor for closing all the gyms. Having a reason to get up early, get into the gym, and being with other people making the same effort would have made a world of difference. But I live in California and Governor Newsom is in charge. *Kif sigh*

Rather than give up on conditioning for the week, I had to figure out what I could do with a questionable ankle. Then I remembered shadow boxing. It’s been awhile but I knew it would work.

For anyone who isn’t familiar with it, shadow boxing is what you have seen in every movie or television show with a boxer outside the ring.  You stand in a boxer pose and throw punches. You also bob and weave. I added some halfkicks and varied the style of punches. I went three rounds of three minutes each. In between rounds I did one minute of ab work. By the end I had worked up a decent sweat.  For anyone who doesn’t get enough from this. Take a short break and do another cycle. My guess is that will be enough to satisfy the lot of you.

The next day I was reminded why boxers look the way they do. I was sore in the back of my shoulders, lats and other assorted places. Highly recommended.

I’m sparing you my numerous Covid Complaints™ this week but feel free to put yours in the comments. I will, however, dedicate this song to every governor who has shutdown their state.

Bonus discussion point: does Mick Taylor (Ex-Rolling Stones) look like Dave Mustaine?

This week’s demonstration of true racial unity. And for anyone who needs it, something to make you feel good.