Tried Something New thread
Hey RO community, this thread is dedicated to trying something new, be it small or large! It can be a new food, new coping strategy, new activity, etc. I thought it could be exciting to see what other people are trying, and could help to push ourselves beyond our comfort zone.
New thing: I decidied I'm going to try playing football this year just for fun! I've never played before so I don't really know what I'm doing. I went out to my first ever training last night and felt pretty awkward because it was completely new to me and I didn't really know anyone but I ended up having a blast and can't wait to go out again tomorrow!
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I'm trying Uni. So far, I don't like it. But I just have to wait. It's something new, that doesn't mean it's something bad.
@j95 It's awesome that they didn't have to come save you! I would so love to go down to the pool, although I would just be chilling rather than swimming laps or anything.
@tsnyder stand up comedy is great! I went to see Ross Noble at the Comedy Festival last year - so good! Awesome idea for a thread by the way. 
I've started teaching myself how to knit (via YouTube videos)! So far I've made a big cuddly scarf for myself, and now I'm starting a dark grey scarf for my bf. It's a lot of fun and very relaxing, and hopefully one day I'll be able to knit a jumper.
Hey @tsnyder this is great!! Can't wait to hear how the footy goes 🙂 I'm sure you'll do great bc you do alot of athletics stuff already right?
Well I tried a new tabata gym class this morning and I am almost unable to move.. Anyone done tabata before?
@Lahna is that a HIIT class? I remember when I did my first one I feel I could have done with a zimmer frame and had great difficulty even squatting to sit on the toiler haha (probably a little too much info for a Tuesday morning!)
But I am trying something new today and that is... boxing! I am actually so keen and can't wait to finish work!!
I am amazed at how much more i can get done and then how pleased I feel with myself because of it! Also means I go to bed actually feeling tired and going to sleep quickly 🙂
Went to watch a stand up comedy routine live for the first time! Saw Dave Hughes, had a big ol' laugh. Also, I'm a big fan of sardines on toast (sardines are not anchovies as some people tend to think!) and so every week I buy a couple of the black and gold brand ones and then I try one alternative brand as a treat. It is strange the things that help liven our days!
@khaleesi_18 a knitted jumper sounds so sweet! And duuuude me too @j95, started a couple weeks ago and the first time was a real struggle! Elderly men were passing me constantly!
@Lahna thanks for the encouragement! The running and catching is good but the kicking is definitely sub-par, but I do my best!
Was it one of those 'grit' classes where you go 20 seconds on 10 seconds off type of thing? I remember I did one of them once and felt debilitated for about a week
This is such an awesome thread @tsnyder! I am really excited to see everyone's new things!
Maybe also why people have chosen the thing they are starting.
I chose roller blading after watching that roller derby movie and thinking how much it isnt me and petrifies me. Plus I wanted to do something with my bf (who is teaching me).
@ClCl saying why is a great idea! How is it going?
@Stealth_ninja I hope it helps! I did pilates-type stuff for about a year when I had some knee injuries and it really helped. Let us know how it goes!
@j95 if you want to ruck than go for it! It sounds like you push yourself really hard, so make sure you look after yourself too!
It is interesting all the ones we have mentioned so far involve exercise!
@tsnyder I don't really have time for people who tell me I can't do things before giving me a chance to prove myself.
I'm starting pilates tomorrow! I've never done it before but i'm hoping it helps with some of my injuries. A little nervous cause I know i'm not going to be very good at it and a bit limited by my body but looking forward to seeing how it is!
