Whoa, Nelly!

I went to my yoga/pilates class today fully expecting the normal workout routine that we've been doing since January 4 or so. Not quite. E., my instructor, changed things up a bit. I understand why she did it: variety, different muscle usage, etc. I SO get it. However, my abs so did NOT get it. This *new* routine had a VERY long abs segment. I can't remember the last time my abs were in so much pain. Come to think of it, I can't remember the last time I actually intentionally worked on my abs (I realize running works the abs, but I'm talking about sit ups. Actually saying to yourself, "Hmmm...I think my abs need a work out today." I've NEVER done that. Ever. In fact, my trainer at the Y has, in the past, had to pretty much bribe me to get on the ab ball. I haven't worked out with him in about 7 months, and I think it's because of the ab ball. Anyway, I digress). I think I'm going to be in major pain tomorrow. MAJOR. And, I have class again on Saturday, and my sense is that E. is going to, once again, put on this new routine. I will have to psyche myself up big time. Poor, sweet, unformed abs....Oh well. Maybe I'll start to enjoy working on my abs, kind of like I've started to enjoy running. I won't count on it, but if it (enjoying ab workouts) happens, all the better. I don't think anyone will see me at the "Abs" CLASS (a full HOUR of ab work. That is truly my version of hell!) anytime soon. One never knows, though, right?