Today we had one of our first meetings for the "Biggest Loser" challenge we are conducting in our office. The vendor for an internal health website gave a demo on the tools available with the site. Although there were some things that I found useful, quite honestly - there are so many other tools out there on the web that have more flexibility, that I'm not confident this website will meet my needs. However, since the demo was for a group of people who all have access to this site, I hope that some found it useful.
Weather was icky Tuesday & Wednesday...the office actually closed at noon on Tuesday and opened at noon on Wednesday...so all in all...a full day out of the office. Of course, the work doesn't stop..and with the modern day devices...being at home we're always still "connected". It is certainly more comfortable to get the work done on an icy day from the couch..than spending a couple of hours driving in.
I'm sorta proud of myself because even though the roads were icy...I made it to a water aerobics class on Wednesday night...and today resumed the boot camp. Have I mentioned before that I am not a fan of sweating? I absolutely HATE to sweat...but at practically every workout & boot camp, I work up a terrible sweat. The one "sometimes" exception to that is when I take part in a water exercise class. However, thanks to my own JJ....even THAT time has come to a close. Now it seems that after my water aerobics class, I am to spend at least 10 minutes in the dry sauna. Any idea how hot the dry sauna is??? I am not a person who enjoys heat. Ever. I am the chick that keeps the A/C going even in the winter. But now...I am learning to appreciate the heat of the dry sauna. It is so very relaxing and when I walk out of the sauna into the general "wet" area of the gym....I feel incredibly refreshed & energized. I certainly hadn't expected this and I must say that I quite enjoy my "sauna" time. Maybe it's just the "after-effect" of my sauna time. Either way, it's something that makes me happy and it's NOT related to FOOD. Yes...there are things out there that will satisfy us.....and they have absolutely no caloric value whatsoever! Yippee!!
Boot Camp - Week 3 - I have missed two days this week (due to the weather) -ouch- and on top of that, I am going to miss the Hydro class that I usually take on Saturday because we will be at an all-day seminar on parenting. So....back-up plan - Friday is usually my "off" day...but since apparently Tuesday was an off day for me this week..I am going to go in tomorrow morning to at least get cardio in. Saturday morning - the hubs and I have decided we will get up super early and get our work-out on...the seminar is actually taking place on the SAME STREET as the gym that we visit most often...what are the odds??? Ah - but don't think we are too self-sacrificing. We are hitting the gym so that we can go enjoy a nice breakfast before we get to the seminar. Food will most definitely make us get out of bed! (At least that is what we hope will happen!).
I have not been eating as mindfully as I should. I do pretty good at breakfast & lunch- however dinner gets me most nights. Monday night - we had a flat at the gym...had to call the tow people cuz it was cold and rainy and my husband is prone to pneumonia - which is never a good thing. Waited at the gym forever to have some guy come out and change the tire - $80 bucks & a smile later...we were on our way. We resisted the urge to eat out...didn't eat at the gym - trying to make sure our spending is "mindful" as well. So - I felt pretty good about that day. Tuesday & Wednesday were pretty good also. Today though - today - not so pretty. For some reason - I have no idea why...I wanted Wingstop. I really love WS...and I know that it is not close to healthy...especially when pared with the delicious fries. I did order wings & fries. Now - typically - I can put away some wings & fries. Tonight I ate 10 wings and a small fry and was so incredibly stuffed I couldn't move. Does this mean my appetite is actually getting "smaller"? Why does that seem scary to me? Isn't that what I want? Of course it is. For some reason though...the thought of not being able to cram unhealthy food down my throat seems a little scary. I mean, what IF...I'm never able to eat more than my body weight in wings again??? What IF something happens and Wingstop closes the doors, never to re-open again and I am never able to taste the fabulousness that is WS?? Now, even as I type this...I realize that it is crazy talk...but those thoughts do just randomly run through my head. WHAT IF...I stop worrying about that stuff and realize that gradually - I am getting to a single digit size...or for that matter a size that doesn't START with a TWO!?!?! OR - for that matter a WEIGHT that doesn't start with a TWO? What if....I worry about the things that matter like that I can button my jeans without laying down on my bed and holding my breath? How about I think of the "IF's" that come along with positive lifestyle changes? Wouldn't that be better? Of course it would! But HOW ENTERTAINING IS THAT??? Well...I guess I am pleased that I could barely swallow what would be a normal sized portion for any other adult. I wish that I didn't feel so guilty after eating it....I know I could have made a better choice...but at the same time...while I do want to lose the weight, I also want to be able to live...and to occassionally enjoy the guilty pleasures of restaurant food. Is that too much to ask? I think NOT!
So - workout tomorrow - workout Saturday and then a semi-last chance workout with JJ on Sunday. Hopefully, my arthritic knee is all better by then...from what I have heard, I should expect a very painful and exhausting workout. Hopefully I won't be subjected to vomiting or tears this time around!
Loving me, myself & I today...because I DESERVE it.
<3 Me
Thursday, January 29, 2009
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Taking my "Off" day to the xtreme
Once upon a time, someone told me that I should take my "off" days (ie, the days that I don't work out) very seriously. Today - I must say, I have taken it to a whole nutha level! But hey, I deserve it, right??? I think so. I have lounged around most of the day...ignoring some of the chores in the house that need to be completed (that is what my wonderful husband is for, right?). Well, most of the time, yes. But today, he is snoozing right beside me. He certainly earned his snooze though. He started off the day with a workout that lasted close to 3 hours. Apparently, he is not too thrilled with his standing in the "Biggest Loser" challenge at the office. :-) He has now taken up the hobby of "journaling" and is keeping an eye on his daily caloric intake. In the end, this will probably make things a little easier for me....I am pretty sure there will be less "temptations" if both of us are working towards similar goals.
I do think my body needs to rest though. I am still fighting this illness somewhat so my throat is a little sore. Even still, I did make it to the gym yesterday. I did a steady jog for 11 min 32 sec...and ended up going a distance of 3/4 mile. Next I went to the 9 AM hydro class...which is really my favorite part of the week (except, of course, my off days). If you've never taken a hydro class, I think you would be surprised at the workout involved. I think the instructor, Alexis, got a little bored this week. She actually had us tossing our little styrofoam weights up in the air and catching them - almost like one would do with a baton. Now...I am not the most coordinated person....I'm probably not even in the top 80%. It couldn't have been more comical...everytime I tossed that weight in the air...I had to whisper a prayer that it wasn't going to hit another student right in the head. It was fun though...sort of freeing in a way. I left right away and ran to get showered, dressed, and head to the spa for my facial. I had been looking forward to it for so long...and realized that I had double booked myself with appointments. Ouch - I had wanted to do the gym & facial...but one of my very dearest friends...who I don't get to see very often...was scheduled to be on my side of town for a meeting that I needed to attend. So...I did my workout...shortened the facial to an "express" version..and tore out of the gym to meet my friend. The facial was FABULOUS. I really love rewarding myself with things like facials and massages. I think as long as I am doing those kinds of rewards...I should be able to make it through the grueling workouts. (I hope). Working out is still a challenge..not so much doing it...I can go...I can get in a workout without too much complaining. The problem sets in when I receive feedback from my own little Jillian Junior that I'm not pushing hard enough or I need to step it up. While I do appreciate her help...more than she will EVER know...sometimes I am barely able to keep up. I do understand what the BL participants mean when they announce on TV they are about to throw up. I have felt it...and shared the feeling with my JJ. She just smiles and says..."good". Yikes - sometimes I just don't know about all this.
Foodwise - I did pretty good yesterday. We went out for lunch to a local Italian place and I forfeited the pasta (not too difficult for me) and went with a 4oz petite filet topped with a grilled shrimp. You read right...A grilled shrimp...not plural. Sorta just enough to tease you. It came with seasonal veggies including broccoli, snow peas, carrots. Not a bad lunch. Dinner we did fast food...but Chick-Fil-A is always a reasonably good choice for me since I can get the Chargrilled Chicken Sandwich and substitute fruit or soup for fries. They also carry Coke Zero which I love.
Today is not going quite as good...since I'm being lazy. Fast food this AM and nothing really for lunch. We are supposed to go out with Bryan, one of our "sons"...not biologically...but he lived with us during his high school years and first semester of college. He now works for Anheuser-Busch and recently got a promotion. I think he wants to share the details of the promotion and his plans to move into a house....which is all info I got from my son, Cody...I think it is supposed to be a surprise...so I will certainly be "surprised". Bryan has been trying to get some time with us for about a week..but last weekend, we had to go out of town to take Cody his car...so last weekend didn't work. During the week is so hard...especially when I need to be at work before 6 AM. I'm not sure where we will go tonight, but I will make a reasonably good choice wherever we end up.
I need to put together a "newsletter" for the Biggest Loser challenge at my office. It will be simple...but I've been putting it off long enough...so I think I will get started on that.
Peace, love & health!
<3 Me
I do think my body needs to rest though. I am still fighting this illness somewhat so my throat is a little sore. Even still, I did make it to the gym yesterday. I did a steady jog for 11 min 32 sec...and ended up going a distance of 3/4 mile. Next I went to the 9 AM hydro class...which is really my favorite part of the week (except, of course, my off days). If you've never taken a hydro class, I think you would be surprised at the workout involved. I think the instructor, Alexis, got a little bored this week. She actually had us tossing our little styrofoam weights up in the air and catching them - almost like one would do with a baton. Now...I am not the most coordinated person....I'm probably not even in the top 80%. It couldn't have been more comical...everytime I tossed that weight in the air...I had to whisper a prayer that it wasn't going to hit another student right in the head. It was fun though...sort of freeing in a way. I left right away and ran to get showered, dressed, and head to the spa for my facial. I had been looking forward to it for so long...and realized that I had double booked myself with appointments. Ouch - I had wanted to do the gym & facial...but one of my very dearest friends...who I don't get to see very often...was scheduled to be on my side of town for a meeting that I needed to attend. So...I did my workout...shortened the facial to an "express" version..and tore out of the gym to meet my friend. The facial was FABULOUS. I really love rewarding myself with things like facials and massages. I think as long as I am doing those kinds of rewards...I should be able to make it through the grueling workouts. (I hope). Working out is still a challenge..not so much doing it...I can go...I can get in a workout without too much complaining. The problem sets in when I receive feedback from my own little Jillian Junior that I'm not pushing hard enough or I need to step it up. While I do appreciate her help...more than she will EVER know...sometimes I am barely able to keep up. I do understand what the BL participants mean when they announce on TV they are about to throw up. I have felt it...and shared the feeling with my JJ. She just smiles and says..."good". Yikes - sometimes I just don't know about all this.
Foodwise - I did pretty good yesterday. We went out for lunch to a local Italian place and I forfeited the pasta (not too difficult for me) and went with a 4oz petite filet topped with a grilled shrimp. You read right...A grilled shrimp...not plural. Sorta just enough to tease you. It came with seasonal veggies including broccoli, snow peas, carrots. Not a bad lunch. Dinner we did fast food...but Chick-Fil-A is always a reasonably good choice for me since I can get the Chargrilled Chicken Sandwich and substitute fruit or soup for fries. They also carry Coke Zero which I love.
Today is not going quite as good...since I'm being lazy. Fast food this AM and nothing really for lunch. We are supposed to go out with Bryan, one of our "sons"...not biologically...but he lived with us during his high school years and first semester of college. He now works for Anheuser-Busch and recently got a promotion. I think he wants to share the details of the promotion and his plans to move into a house....which is all info I got from my son, Cody...I think it is supposed to be a surprise...so I will certainly be "surprised". Bryan has been trying to get some time with us for about a week..but last weekend, we had to go out of town to take Cody his car...so last weekend didn't work. During the week is so hard...especially when I need to be at work before 6 AM. I'm not sure where we will go tonight, but I will make a reasonably good choice wherever we end up.
I need to put together a "newsletter" for the Biggest Loser challenge at my office. It will be simple...but I've been putting it off long enough...so I think I will get started on that.
Peace, love & health!
<3 Me
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
Still Standin
Well..Week 2, Day 2 of Boot Camp went relatively well this morning. I so wish that I was one of those people who loved to work out. The endorphines that are supposed to kick-in...I've always heard about them..and I'd love to have them!! Now, don't get me wrong...when I finish a session at the gym (or boot camp)...I am absolutely THRILLED to be done with it! And..I'm usually in a reasonably good mood...but surely there is something more to the whole release of endorphines than that...right??? For now, I should just make peace with the fact that I have to do this...will most likely always have to do this to some extent. I doubt I will ever love it...or even like it...but if I can just keep makin it through...one day at a time...I will be in a better place this time next month...and then this time next year. So...keep the eye on the prize and hopefully I will stay committed.
I can certainly say that if it wasn't for my group of buddies in the morning, I probably couldn't hang with the boot camp. Knowing that everyone is sorta counting on you really helps you stay on track.
My eating is pretty good today. I have stayed at about 420 cals for breakfast and less than 200 cals for lunch thanks to my friend who is helping us all stay on track by finding healthy recipes, cooking them up so that we can have a good lunch that is low cal. Today was meatloaf and some modified Lipton Soup covered red potatoes. Meatloaf is not typically something I will eat...but I did today. It was pretty good and the potatoes were FABULOUS.
I'm feeling a little puny today so no gym this afternoon. I ran to Care Now at lunch and have a viral infection on the roof of my mouth which is causing me to not really want to eat very much. Also, the beginning signs of strep, although the swab test was negative. The doc wanted to make sure that we caught it if it was coming on, so she put me on antibiotics...and I also received this liquid lidocaine to help with the pain in the roof of my mouth. Who knew they had such a thing as liquid lidocaine??? Amazing.
I am signing off tonight since I'm feeling ill. Stay strong!
<3 Me
I can certainly say that if it wasn't for my group of buddies in the morning, I probably couldn't hang with the boot camp. Knowing that everyone is sorta counting on you really helps you stay on track.
My eating is pretty good today. I have stayed at about 420 cals for breakfast and less than 200 cals for lunch thanks to my friend who is helping us all stay on track by finding healthy recipes, cooking them up so that we can have a good lunch that is low cal. Today was meatloaf and some modified Lipton Soup covered red potatoes. Meatloaf is not typically something I will eat...but I did today. It was pretty good and the potatoes were FABULOUS.
I'm feeling a little puny today so no gym this afternoon. I ran to Care Now at lunch and have a viral infection on the roof of my mouth which is causing me to not really want to eat very much. Also, the beginning signs of strep, although the swab test was negative. The doc wanted to make sure that we caught it if it was coming on, so she put me on antibiotics...and I also received this liquid lidocaine to help with the pain in the roof of my mouth. Who knew they had such a thing as liquid lidocaine??? Amazing.
I am signing off tonight since I'm feeling ill. Stay strong!
<3 Me
Monday, January 19, 2009
Flash Forward
Well, I haven't done a very good job of posting lately. This will be rectified starting tonight.
There has been so much going on lately that I don't even know where to start, so I will do my best to bring you up to date.
My office started a "Biggest Loser" challenge on January 16th. There are 47 participants of many various sizes and shapes. Like the show, the winner will be determined by the largest percentage of weight lost. Of course, I hope to be in the running, but even if that isn't in the cards for me, I believe that having the support group will be helpful. We've got some speakers lined up to come in and my hope is that everyone benefits for hearing the topics discussed by a professional. As part of this Biggest Loser challenge, we spoke with the fitness centre in our building. They actually do a boot camp in the mornings. We were able to work out a deal with the fitness center that offered our BL participants a $25 discount off of the already reduced rate of $150.00. Six AM arrival time for four weeks...45 min each time...M-TH for $125. A little pricey, but since I have such a long way to go, it was a price I chose to pay. This is week 2. Last week included alot of soreness. It seemed like my legs and arms hurt sooo bad...I wasn't exactly sure if it came from the boot camp or the killer workout that Kimber had put me through on the Saturday before the camp started. My pain started on Saturday, but Monday morning, it just seemed to increase. By Thursday, I was soooo glad that our 1st week of Boot Camp had come to an end. Thursday after work, I decided to treat myself to a deep tissue massage to hopefully help work some of the soreness out. Note to self: Deep tissue massages can be a little painful. Of course, I could have asked the therapist to lighten the touch a little, but quite honestly I thought I might need some of that deep penetration around my muscles. So, I sucked it up. Afterwards, I was SOOO glad I had sucked it up and let the therapist work on the muscles. I walked out of the office and had absolutely no soreness whatsoever. It was amazing. I am sooo believing in the healing power of massage. By the way, if you are a massage lover, you might want to check out Massage Envy that offers a $39 introductory rate for a 50 minute massage. Fabulous. Once you get in though, there is a slight sales job...they actually offer a "membership" for $49 per month. This is a 12-month contract and this includes your first massage each month. A pretty nifty deal...IMHO. Each additional massage is only $39. I can't see myself ever getting more than one massage a month, but the idea of getting at least one a month is quite lovely. If for some reason I can't get in for one in a given month, that massage just rolls over into the next month. FABULO-SO!!
Overall, in the area of exercise, I am holdin on. I have been going to the boot camp in the morning and have been doing a reasonable job of making it to the gym in the afternoon after work. My own little "Jillian Jr" has walking pneumonia and so she is out of the picture for a while. She really needs to take it easy and let her body heal. I know this little angel though and I am so sure that she is feeling badly about not being able to be there to push me. JJ - If you are reading, please know that I am doing what I need to do..I am staying on track and you don't need to worry about me. Take care of yourself and when you are back to 100%, you can push me to tears...AGAIN. J/K..tears haven't came into play YET. I'm trying to be all "adult" and not complain too much. I am just so appreciative of her help and support! If you've ever struggled with weight loss or exercise specifically, I am sure you can relate.
Also - last Thursday at my little class, the PT that comes in challenged each of us to make sure we reached our goal of 10K steps each day for this month. So, I have been trying to make sure I at least get that done. I have had a few days of low numbers...like for example this weekend. Saturday, I couldn't wear the pedometer in the pool while I was at the hydro class, so I didn't get any steps for that work-out...then we were in the car for a while cuz we had to take a car to my son in college at Tyler. His car blew the engine so we will get it repaired EVENTUALLY. It will be a little while since the price tag is in the several grand ballpark. I think we will just get a new motor for it and it will become my car. But I digress. I've hit above 10K steps on 5 days outof the past 9 days so...I am at least hitting above 50%. My hope is that by the time I go back to class to see the PT, I will have "averaged" at least 10K steps per day. Only time will tell.
As far as food goes, I am doing "OK". Not always making the best choices, but definitely doin better than I would under normal circumstances. The weekends are definitely more difficult for me..especially if we are out and about. I did OK Saturday after finishing the hydroclass. We hit Chick-Fil-A on the way out to Tyler and Outback that evening. I am able to make reasonably good choices at those two places. I still have a long way to go in terms of balancing out my diet, but I am definitely pleased with the progress I've made so far.
Now...for the news that takes my smile away....the scale. It is not really moving much. When I look at my chart on Wii Fit, it almost looks like a flatline. Of course, I realize that I can't rely to heavily on the numbers. It is really hard to not get discouraged though. My only saving grace in this area is that I know that I am doing everything "right". My eating is controlled and for the most part, my calorie count is where it needs to be. My exercise habits are outstanding. Could I push myself harder? Possibly...but in all honesty, I haven't ever worked out like this before, so surely goodness & mercy....I am going to see results in the future. I am not giving up because I don't see immediate results. It's the tortoise that wins the race, right??? Slow and steady. Perhaps this is the downward trend I will see. My steps are at 9770 today so I need to get in 130 more steps in before I go to bed. I will get it done...no worries...it's all good.
Well...I think that brings most everything up to date. I'm sure I have forgotten something, but for now, I'm gonna call it a day. I will update tomorrow after day 2 week 2 of boot camp.
Have a blessed day!
<3>
There has been so much going on lately that I don't even know where to start, so I will do my best to bring you up to date.
My office started a "Biggest Loser" challenge on January 16th. There are 47 participants of many various sizes and shapes. Like the show, the winner will be determined by the largest percentage of weight lost. Of course, I hope to be in the running, but even if that isn't in the cards for me, I believe that having the support group will be helpful. We've got some speakers lined up to come in and my hope is that everyone benefits for hearing the topics discussed by a professional. As part of this Biggest Loser challenge, we spoke with the fitness centre in our building. They actually do a boot camp in the mornings. We were able to work out a deal with the fitness center that offered our BL participants a $25 discount off of the already reduced rate of $150.00. Six AM arrival time for four weeks...45 min each time...M-TH for $125. A little pricey, but since I have such a long way to go, it was a price I chose to pay. This is week 2. Last week included alot of soreness. It seemed like my legs and arms hurt sooo bad...I wasn't exactly sure if it came from the boot camp or the killer workout that Kimber had put me through on the Saturday before the camp started. My pain started on Saturday, but Monday morning, it just seemed to increase. By Thursday, I was soooo glad that our 1st week of Boot Camp had come to an end. Thursday after work, I decided to treat myself to a deep tissue massage to hopefully help work some of the soreness out. Note to self: Deep tissue massages can be a little painful. Of course, I could have asked the therapist to lighten the touch a little, but quite honestly I thought I might need some of that deep penetration around my muscles. So, I sucked it up. Afterwards, I was SOOO glad I had sucked it up and let the therapist work on the muscles. I walked out of the office and had absolutely no soreness whatsoever. It was amazing. I am sooo believing in the healing power of massage. By the way, if you are a massage lover, you might want to check out Massage Envy that offers a $39 introductory rate for a 50 minute massage. Fabulous. Once you get in though, there is a slight sales job...they actually offer a "membership" for $49 per month. This is a 12-month contract and this includes your first massage each month. A pretty nifty deal...IMHO. Each additional massage is only $39. I can't see myself ever getting more than one massage a month, but the idea of getting at least one a month is quite lovely. If for some reason I can't get in for one in a given month, that massage just rolls over into the next month. FABULO-SO!!
Overall, in the area of exercise, I am holdin on. I have been going to the boot camp in the morning and have been doing a reasonable job of making it to the gym in the afternoon after work. My own little "Jillian Jr" has walking pneumonia and so she is out of the picture for a while. She really needs to take it easy and let her body heal. I know this little angel though and I am so sure that she is feeling badly about not being able to be there to push me. JJ - If you are reading, please know that I am doing what I need to do..I am staying on track and you don't need to worry about me. Take care of yourself and when you are back to 100%, you can push me to tears...AGAIN. J/K..tears haven't came into play YET. I'm trying to be all "adult" and not complain too much. I am just so appreciative of her help and support! If you've ever struggled with weight loss or exercise specifically, I am sure you can relate.
Also - last Thursday at my little class, the PT that comes in challenged each of us to make sure we reached our goal of 10K steps each day for this month. So, I have been trying to make sure I at least get that done. I have had a few days of low numbers...like for example this weekend. Saturday, I couldn't wear the pedometer in the pool while I was at the hydro class, so I didn't get any steps for that work-out...then we were in the car for a while cuz we had to take a car to my son in college at Tyler. His car blew the engine so we will get it repaired EVENTUALLY. It will be a little while since the price tag is in the several grand ballpark. I think we will just get a new motor for it and it will become my car. But I digress. I've hit above 10K steps on 5 days outof the past 9 days so...I am at least hitting above 50%. My hope is that by the time I go back to class to see the PT, I will have "averaged" at least 10K steps per day. Only time will tell.
As far as food goes, I am doing "OK". Not always making the best choices, but definitely doin better than I would under normal circumstances. The weekends are definitely more difficult for me..especially if we are out and about. I did OK Saturday after finishing the hydroclass. We hit Chick-Fil-A on the way out to Tyler and Outback that evening. I am able to make reasonably good choices at those two places. I still have a long way to go in terms of balancing out my diet, but I am definitely pleased with the progress I've made so far.
Now...for the news that takes my smile away....the scale. It is not really moving much. When I look at my chart on Wii Fit, it almost looks like a flatline. Of course, I realize that I can't rely to heavily on the numbers. It is really hard to not get discouraged though. My only saving grace in this area is that I know that I am doing everything "right". My eating is controlled and for the most part, my calorie count is where it needs to be. My exercise habits are outstanding. Could I push myself harder? Possibly...but in all honesty, I haven't ever worked out like this before, so surely goodness & mercy....I am going to see results in the future. I am not giving up because I don't see immediate results. It's the tortoise that wins the race, right??? Slow and steady. Perhaps this is the downward trend I will see. My steps are at 9770 today so I need to get in 130 more steps in before I go to bed. I will get it done...no worries...it's all good.
Well...I think that brings most everything up to date. I'm sure I have forgotten something, but for now, I'm gonna call it a day. I will update tomorrow after day 2 week 2 of boot camp.
Have a blessed day!
<3>
Friday, January 9, 2009
ANNOYED
Just spent a long time typing an updated blog and when I went to post it, received some dang error message and now will have to retype EVERYTHING!
QUICK update on all the stuff I just spent an hour or more writing follows:
Homestudy went great!
241.5 at doctor visit
MAJOR killer workout planned for tomorrow.
Boot camp staring Monday at 6 AM.
Oh...I will retype all of this with more details...but I must rise early tomorrow for my killer workout so I need to get my beauty sleep!!
<3 Me
QUICK update on all the stuff I just spent an hour or more writing follows:
Homestudy went great!
241.5 at doctor visit
MAJOR killer workout planned for tomorrow.
Boot camp staring Monday at 6 AM.
Oh...I will retype all of this with more details...but I must rise early tomorrow for my killer workout so I need to get my beauty sleep!!
<3 Me
Monday, January 5, 2009
Back on Track
Well...it has been forever since I posted and so much has happened. I'll try to recap..but be patient...it has been a while. First, to all who might be wondering, hoping or praying....our beloved Sampson came home the day after my last post. I am so thankful because my husband was really a mess and I know that a missing part of our family would have made our holidays seem a bit emptier.
Now for the weight...it has been up and down over the holidays....prior to the holidays, my weight had been trending down for the most part. However, over the holidays my sister and her family were in town from out of the country and I mentioned loving to be the "fun" aunt...so many of our outings lended opportunity for food, and the choices weren't always healthy. We had so much fun though...and chasing around 3 kids surely helped to burn off some of those extra calories, right? We took some family pics with my sis and her family and I will get those posted as soon as I get the "rights" from the photograper (jtoves.com).
Food choices weren't too bad on Christmas day or Christmas Eve. I made two desserts that weren't really my faves, so I wasn't tempted to indulge. We also played a little WII Fit Christmas day...every little bit helps, right?
I am still hoping to be below 240 at my Dr. Appt on Thursday...and that is possible...if all the stars line up just right. The weight is still fluctuating quite a bit from day to day, but I'm keeping my fingers crossed that Thursday will be a lighter day. I'm also sticking to my calorie limitations 100% to make sure a little slip doesn't cause me to not achieve my goal. It will be quite an accomplishment if I drop below 240 during the holidays.
On the topic of exercise - I didn't live up to my hopes of staying on track at the gym. Mostly, I was just having too much fun with the kids and we get to spend time with them so infrequently I just decided to stay and play rather than head out to the gym. I hit a couple of water aerobic classes - that was the extent of it. Today, I went to the gym for cardio for the first time since before Christmas. Kimber wasn't able to join me, but she was more than happy to give me a "plan"...which I greatly appreciate. It was all cardio today and started with 7 minutes on the treadmill, followed by 15 min eliptical and 30 min on the bike. I took it easy on my joints because I did have some problems with my left knee and ankle over the holidays. Even ended up in the ER, only to be told I have some arthritis in my knee. A little naproxin and a ton of humility for aging gracefully...and I'll be better in the AM. I've still had some trouble and the eliptical and bike were the least impacting to the knee (I think). Tonight went rather well though. I actually feel better when I go to the gym...have that "feeling of accomplishment". I am OK once I get there...it's the getting there that's tough....can anybody relate?
At work, we are going to kick off a "Biggest Loser" competition a week from Friday. I have volunteered to head it up and am very excited about sharing this journey with others that are commited to make positive changes in their lives. I am also excited about the real Biggest Loser that is starting again tomorrow night. I know that watching Jillian and Bob in action will inspire me to step up my exercise (or at least stay on track).
Also - and this is a big stresser - we are in the process of becoming certified foster to adopt parents. My husband and I feel that we have been incredibly blessed and want to share our blessings with children who may need some stability whether for a lifetime or for a short time. The paperwork we had to complete was tremendous. We have worked through most of the paperwork. Wednesday, we have a caseworker coming out to have conduct our home study. This weekend was a little bit of shopping for all the latches and locks we need to "child-proof". Then a big cleaning effort. Typically, that wouldn't be a huge challenge. This coming so close to the holidays makes it a bit more stressful. We needed to take down the tree and make sure everything was put away and the LR was put back in the "pre-holiday" state. Also, we haven't found permanent homes for all of our presents, so we had to do that...and with having 6 extra people here for the holidays, things are a bit more cluttered than one would prefer. Our carpet in the master bedroom desparately needs to be replaced (we have 3 dogs...so you can imagine that carpet is not the ideal flooring)....so I am worried about that not "passing" the inspection. It is very stressful...and I can't stress eat. I really hope I am not all "wound up" by the time Wednesday afternoon gets here. I had to call the caseworker today to get some details on the type of child locks that were acceptable..and of course, we have to return the 3 different types that we picked up, because they are not the "approved" child-locks. I am very nervous about this and really have no reason to be since I have successfully raised my 18 year old - mostly as a single parent. I don't think I'll be able to fully catch my breath til our home study is complete.
I really am not certain what I am most nervous about - the home study or the Dr. appt on Thursday...this will definitely be a very full week.
I promise to do a better job of posting...I got distracted with my niece and nephews. I can't apologize for that....all that CUTENESS!!! :-)
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Now for the weight...it has been up and down over the holidays....prior to the holidays, my weight had been trending down for the most part. However, over the holidays my sister and her family were in town from out of the country and I mentioned loving to be the "fun" aunt...so many of our outings lended opportunity for food, and the choices weren't always healthy. We had so much fun though...and chasing around 3 kids surely helped to burn off some of those extra calories, right? We took some family pics with my sis and her family and I will get those posted as soon as I get the "rights" from the photograper (jtoves.com).
Food choices weren't too bad on Christmas day or Christmas Eve. I made two desserts that weren't really my faves, so I wasn't tempted to indulge. We also played a little WII Fit Christmas day...every little bit helps, right?
I am still hoping to be below 240 at my Dr. Appt on Thursday...and that is possible...if all the stars line up just right. The weight is still fluctuating quite a bit from day to day, but I'm keeping my fingers crossed that Thursday will be a lighter day. I'm also sticking to my calorie limitations 100% to make sure a little slip doesn't cause me to not achieve my goal. It will be quite an accomplishment if I drop below 240 during the holidays.
On the topic of exercise - I didn't live up to my hopes of staying on track at the gym. Mostly, I was just having too much fun with the kids and we get to spend time with them so infrequently I just decided to stay and play rather than head out to the gym. I hit a couple of water aerobic classes - that was the extent of it. Today, I went to the gym for cardio for the first time since before Christmas. Kimber wasn't able to join me, but she was more than happy to give me a "plan"...which I greatly appreciate. It was all cardio today and started with 7 minutes on the treadmill, followed by 15 min eliptical and 30 min on the bike. I took it easy on my joints because I did have some problems with my left knee and ankle over the holidays. Even ended up in the ER, only to be told I have some arthritis in my knee. A little naproxin and a ton of humility for aging gracefully...and I'll be better in the AM. I've still had some trouble and the eliptical and bike were the least impacting to the knee (I think). Tonight went rather well though. I actually feel better when I go to the gym...have that "feeling of accomplishment". I am OK once I get there...it's the getting there that's tough....can anybody relate?
At work, we are going to kick off a "Biggest Loser" competition a week from Friday. I have volunteered to head it up and am very excited about sharing this journey with others that are commited to make positive changes in their lives. I am also excited about the real Biggest Loser that is starting again tomorrow night. I know that watching Jillian and Bob in action will inspire me to step up my exercise (or at least stay on track).
Also - and this is a big stresser - we are in the process of becoming certified foster to adopt parents. My husband and I feel that we have been incredibly blessed and want to share our blessings with children who may need some stability whether for a lifetime or for a short time. The paperwork we had to complete was tremendous. We have worked through most of the paperwork. Wednesday, we have a caseworker coming out to have conduct our home study. This weekend was a little bit of shopping for all the latches and locks we need to "child-proof". Then a big cleaning effort. Typically, that wouldn't be a huge challenge. This coming so close to the holidays makes it a bit more stressful. We needed to take down the tree and make sure everything was put away and the LR was put back in the "pre-holiday" state. Also, we haven't found permanent homes for all of our presents, so we had to do that...and with having 6 extra people here for the holidays, things are a bit more cluttered than one would prefer. Our carpet in the master bedroom desparately needs to be replaced (we have 3 dogs...so you can imagine that carpet is not the ideal flooring)....so I am worried about that not "passing" the inspection. It is very stressful...and I can't stress eat. I really hope I am not all "wound up" by the time Wednesday afternoon gets here. I had to call the caseworker today to get some details on the type of child locks that were acceptable..and of course, we have to return the 3 different types that we picked up, because they are not the "approved" child-locks. I am very nervous about this and really have no reason to be since I have successfully raised my 18 year old - mostly as a single parent. I don't think I'll be able to fully catch my breath til our home study is complete.
I really am not certain what I am most nervous about - the home study or the Dr. appt on Thursday...this will definitely be a very full week.
I promise to do a better job of posting...I got distracted with my niece and nephews. I can't apologize for that....all that CUTENESS!!! :-)
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