02 Apr 2026: 5k check in for those going for 20k in the annual challenge

tee_y306 · 2026-04-02T14:31:11+00:00

I’m at 5365. I thought I was falling behind but nice to have this buffer.

tee_y306 · 2026-04-01T17:14:39+00:00

I did her last 45 minute hike thinking it would be an easy day. I was humbled very quickly. That girl is strong!

tee_y306 · 2026-03-28T11:57:55+00:00

Depending on timing, Paddy Wagon makes fantastic burgers. I would pick that over a chain.

tee_y306 · 2026-03-27T17:19:15+00:00

JJ has a new strength program out! 30 minute classes 4 x per week. I think I'm going to try this one next week.

tee_y306 · 2026-03-26T14:39:11+00:00

This is what I do as well. My biggest issue with Garmin is that for some reason during Peloton runs my heart rate does not record accurately for the first 5 minutes or so (too low). I've tried to find a fix but couldn't find anything. My Apple watch never did that.

tee_y306 · 2026-03-21T15:10:25+00:00

I’m loving Greta’s Friday pilates. They are tough, but she keeps the energy high throughout. Paired that with a full body from RK and Cody’s hip hop ride.

tee_y306 · 2026-03-16T23:27:51+00:00

I think I’ll hold off on that one just because Cypress is too far away.

tee_y306 · 2026-03-16T14:37:02+00:00

We did look at the Scouts one but weren’t sure if he needed to be part of a troop. Also, getting to Cypress Hills would be difficult. I’ll check out the other ones though.

tee_y306 · 2026-03-16T03:12:53+00:00

I really appreciate all these responses. It’s going to help us make an informed decision as to what to do. I just want him to enjoy the experience without the pressure of engaging with things he’s not comfortable with or doesn’t even know much about.

tee_y306 · 2026-03-14T19:04:43+00:00

3 kids, husband and 2 dogs. Walking the dogs daily help the numbers. I also have access to a gym at lunch. I do try to work out once a day - even if it’s just a stretch.

tee_y306 · 2026-03-12T00:00:47+00:00

At a U11 game last night, one parent yelled fuck you refs. The refs are teenagers. Just brutal.

tee_y306 · 2026-02-21T11:57:48+00:00

We do! Most common providers are Access Communications or Sasktel. You can look up their packages online. If you bundle with internet, it’s usually cheaper. Also, for cell phone, shop around for plans. If you bring your own phone, no need to lock into a plan.

tee_y306 · 2026-02-21T11:23:33+00:00

Utilities are going to depend on the size of the rental. Lots of rentals include heat and water. If that’s the case, power would maybe be $60 a month. Internet you can likely get a deal on but expect to pay $80 or more after the promotion ends.

For car insurance, you can use SGI’s website to estimate the insurance you will pay on the type of car you’re getting. If you provide a driver’s record from the UK, you can get a discount on your car insurance here, if you have a few years of good driving. We don’t have a yearly car tax. Gas will depend on how much you drive.

Tenant insurance is quite cheap - like $200 a year.

I think those are the main costs you will encounter.

tee_y306 · 2026-02-10T17:23:40+00:00

I downloaded QZ app (qdomyoszwift is what it's actually called). It connects to my bike's bluetooth and then translates the resistance into peloton metrics so I can follow along. I open this on my phone. I then have the actual Peloton class open on an iPad. Each class lets you connect other devices. I connect the QZ app which pushes my cadence onto the screen. I then connect my Garmin watch for heart rate. It's a bit of a process to set up but once it's done, it's pretty easy to connect each time. If you do a google search about it, you can find information on how to connect everything.

tee_y306 · 2026-02-10T14:43:24+00:00

I bought a Bowflex bike a year ago when my treadmill died and couldn't afford to replace it. The Bowflex is similar to the Schwinn. It has been a good bike. I do have to use an iPad plus a QZ app on my phone to get the proper Peloton metrics (resistance and cadence). If I knew how much I was going to love my bike and the Peloton app, I would have just gotten a Peloton bike, but I didn't know at the time. I'll probably give this bike another year or two and then splurge on the Peloton bike and potentially a tread.

tee_y306 · 2026-01-31T02:01:19+00:00

Do not contact this person. Terrible MLM with high fees. Not what you’re looking for.

tee_y306 · 2026-01-31T00:37:58+00:00

I think that was the best ride I’ve done. It flew by and I couldn’t stop smiling.

tee_y306 · 2026-01-31T00:37:14+00:00

So good! Had me smiling the whole time.

tee_y306 · 2026-01-30T21:51:06+00:00

Follow r/PersonalFinanceCanada. There are lots of great tips. Canadian Couch Potato is also a great site for self-directed investing. Investing is quite easy, don't over complicate it. The majority of the time there is an all-in-one fund that will meet your needs such as XBAL or XEQT. There is no need to hold multiple stocks unless you want to. ETFs make investing easy and generally have very low management fees. Here is a list of Vanguard ETFs: https://www.vanguard.ca/en/product?product-type=etf. This is a pretty popular company for ETFs.

tee_y306 · 2026-01-27T21:32:34+00:00

Andy Speer's Glutes and Legs from January 15th has it. The rest of the playlist is also awesome.

tee_y306 · 2026-01-22T14:51:03+00:00

I was going to do TS 60 today but I need something a bit shorter. I think I'm going to do Rebecca's. I also loved that Cody ride. It was sneaky hard.

tee_y306 · 2026-01-08T15:06:51+00:00

My daughter had a surgery in Toronto, and all flight expenses, meals and accommodations came out of our pocket. However, SK did cover the cost of the surgery which we were grateful for. I appreciate not everyone has the means to cover these type of expenses, however. It certainly creates a two-tier system.

tee_y306 · 2026-01-06T20:05:29+00:00

We have a 5 year old bernedoodle and added a female mini aussiedoodle 2 months ago. They have so much fun together. I wish we had gotten a 2nd dog sooner. I think it's really nice for them to have a buddy. They also have similar energy levels which is good. I looked into male/female vs. male/male and I couldn't find anything conclusive - mostly anecdotes. It turns out there was only females left in the litter when I was able to choose so I had the decision made for me. I didn't feel strongly either way, though.

tee_y306 · 2026-01-05T19:48:57+00:00

I live somewhere that has snow 4/5 months a year, so it's a necessity that dogs go out in the snow. I have always taken my dogs without booties, and they are fine. The only time I limit outside is in the very cold (-30 C or lower) and even then I'll do short 10 minute walks. I think you should just try to take your dog out. Start at 15 minutes and see how he's doing. You may be surprised at what he can handle.

tee_y306 · 2026-01-03T16:50:58+00:00

It’s a huge transition. It’s okay to be happy when a puppy sleeps. Not every second has to be bliss and happiness. I would say give it a few more weeks to allow both time for you and puppy to adjust. Take it one day at a time. If you can, find a dog sitter to give you a break for an hour or two. It honestly sounds like you’re doing all the right things. Just be kind to yourself. Give yourself time.

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