Thanks for the suggestions. I use an elliptical at the Y when I exercise indoors that I really like. The motion feels like it works the range of motion of my hips and knees, and also hardly anyone uses it. I've always liked that machine, but now our Y has over half the machines blocked off for social distancing the bikes are usually always full.

I thought about a trike, and looked at them online, but it isn't really what I want. I think I'd rather work on my balance so that I can try and use what I already have instead of spending more money on something I end up never using. Like the indoor cycling trainer, the weight machine, the indoor bike, etc, etc. I've found that I'm not a fan of exercising at home - too easy to be distracted by things I usually don't care about like "what is the dog barking at?" I may decide to hang up cycling and walk instead. Then I can take the dogs, and we can enjoy outside time together!

I've looked at some neuroplasticity websites and found some things that really spoke to me: meditation, stress reduction, reading, learning new things, and postitive relationships. I've been furloughed since March because of COVID and have really enjoyed the easy pace and the time to cook healthy meals for myself and walk, and I get two hours more sleep a day. I've gone down a pants size as a result. I've taken online courses and am now learning how to use Excel. I have to go back to work in two weeks and I am not looking forward to it. I can already feel my pace changing in anticipation. This may be the straw that breaks the camel's back and gets me into retirement.

I've really tried hard to do the sudoku and computer games, but haven't found a way to enjoy them. I get bored, and go grab a book instead!

I appreciate all the ideas and suggestions - it has been great food for thought and just what I'm looking for! Maybe what I'm really realizing is that the ultimate solution to my problem is to stop working and just enjoy life as it presents itself every day!

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