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| Oz is my boy! He's getting older but is still a puppy. |
I need to set some more, but first, celebration! With time outside on this gorgeous day. With my fav walking buddy.
Peace, all.
Showing posts with label exercise. Show all posts
Showing posts with label exercise. Show all posts
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Party, party!
I need to set some more, but first, celebration! With time outside on this gorgeous day. With my fav walking buddy.
Peace, all.
Friday, March 23, 2012
Keeping track on weekends
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| One of my fav lunches - chickpeas on a Greek-inspired salad with lots of lemon juice |
On weekends I can be swayed off track between errands and the lazier schedule. I will concede if outvoted by the family on places to eat, and if I'm tired or overly hungry I'll just pick something heavier instead of making cleaner choices.
Am I alone in this? I can't be. Can I?
I know how I can get if I go too long between meals, and I plan to stash something in my purse to help me get through, but if I'm rushing about I forget. And I tell myself I can wait 5-6 hours, but by that time I am heading for a crash and either get grouchy or shaky. Either way, it leads to heavier choices, like deep fried instead of grilled or starch fests instead of a balanced plate. I hate what I'm eating while eating, but while ordering I ignore the call for better food. Oy.
But on the plus side, even though I've ignored the scale for a few weeks, nothing has changed for the better or worse. That in itself is a victory to me. It means I am making good enough choices when I'm not really on track. But it's time to make better choices, period. More greens, less starch, and more movement!
Until next time.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
Had to change things up a bit
So I started a yeast and sugar-free way of eating last week and had foggy brain by Wednesday. By Friday night I was in a rage. It was not pretty, I felt horrid, and scared my family a bit. Eating clean in general (no junk or sugar with minimal if any bread) made me feel good and I had few if any symptoms I need to combat. So back to clean eating I went - a combination of Radiant Health, Inner Wealth, Eat to Live, and clean eating guidelines. Lots of veggies, water, clean veggie protein, and no sugar. I feel better and am still detoxing.
Do I feel like I failed or am bailing? No. I know what detox feels like, and that was not just detox. I was either yelling or crying with nothing in between. If I didn't work from home, I may have been fired. Yes, it was that bad. I feel like I hurt my family and never want to feel that way again. I never want to make them feel that way again or tiptoe around me like they did.
So here I am, even tempered and enjoying meals rather than dreading them.
Until next time, peace.
Do I feel like I failed or am bailing? No. I know what detox feels like, and that was not just detox. I was either yelling or crying with nothing in between. If I didn't work from home, I may have been fired. Yes, it was that bad. I feel like I hurt my family and never want to feel that way again. I never want to make them feel that way again or tiptoe around me like they did.
So here I am, even tempered and enjoying meals rather than dreading them.
Until next time, peace.
Monday, January 23, 2012
Exercise and other evils
Exercise, how I both hate and love thee. I know I need you, but some days you hurt me so much I'm not sure if I'll ever let you back in. But I do, and I don't regret it.
Nope, I am not fond of that word, 'exercise.' It is, however, a necessary evil. When I say it's time for exercise, I groan, grumble, and try to think of 100 other things I also need to do. But when I say I'm going dancing or to walk, I don't see it as exercise and enjoy it. Finding an activity that inspires me is key to getting me up and moving.
I love karate and obtained my yellow belt 14 years ago. Since my accident, I dream about getting back into a dojo and throw a little kickboxing in when my body can take it. I decided to check out Tai Chi and Qigong as alternatives to karate that my crumbling spine and crotchety hips can take. They feel awesome and I burn a decent amount of calories in 30 minutes. It might be slow and steady, but it feel like much more. I feel energized and strong, and those feelings carry me through the day.
How do you exercise?
Nope, I am not fond of that word, 'exercise.' It is, however, a necessary evil. When I say it's time for exercise, I groan, grumble, and try to think of 100 other things I also need to do. But when I say I'm going dancing or to walk, I don't see it as exercise and enjoy it. Finding an activity that inspires me is key to getting me up and moving.
I love karate and obtained my yellow belt 14 years ago. Since my accident, I dream about getting back into a dojo and throw a little kickboxing in when my body can take it. I decided to check out Tai Chi and Qigong as alternatives to karate that my crumbling spine and crotchety hips can take. They feel awesome and I burn a decent amount of calories in 30 minutes. It might be slow and steady, but it feel like much more. I feel energized and strong, and those feelings carry me through the day.
How do you exercise?
Saturday, December 31, 2011
The year in review and the year ahead
(Yes, my daughter and I are hugging giant chickens. It just had to be done.)
Food in 2011 was awesome! One of the biggest things we did was purchase a freezer. We can stock up when things are on sale (BOGO Gardein for the win), cook ahead for quick meals, and keep fruit and veggies at the ready no matter how the vegetable bin looks.
New cookbooks were added to my collection and I've been giddy. Decadent goodness from Vegan Diner sits along side Radiance 4 Life, Eat to Live, Happy Herbivore's books, The 21 Day Weight Loss Kickstart, Get Healthy, Go Vegan, and Appetite for Reduction. I've been cooking a lot more, reduced my sugar intake, and eat out less. I've also changed my mindset somewhat. While the scale may not move as much as I'd like, I've noticed major changes in my body. Three weeks ago I bought a pair of size 20 jeans. Two days ago, those jeans were falling off of me, but the scale stayed the same. Not long ago I'd be upset about the scale, but now I celebrate the clothing size. The weight loss will follow the size change.
And it's easy to change how I think about my body when I can look at how far I've come even with the pain. Remember this? I do, and I still cringe when I look at it. But that was August, and the chicken-hugging pic is from yesterday. I knew it would be a full body shot and I didn't care. Scratch that, I wanted it to be a full body shot. I had no fear of it. That is huge for me.
I think 2011 is ending on a positive note and am so excited about 2012. Why be exited about the year when something scared the Mayans into ending their calendar? Well, I'm not a Mayan and have plans. Both the daughter and I are graduating in 2012, and those big days will be celebrated. I'll hit the big 4-3 and tackle my first big race since my high school track and field days. The year will kick off on a fantastic vegan note (and another PCRM 21 Day Vegan Kickstart will start on January 2) and the weather in town will be lovely.
I'm sitting here with a silly grin, blogging and smiling at hubby on the desktop ad listening to the kids game in their rooms. I am a happy wahm this New Year's Eve and hope that you are happy, too.
For the last time in 2011, peace.
Saturday, June 6, 2009
Another 2 pounds gone, another inch here and there
Yep, I'm getting smaller and Hubby says my butt is higher. Neato! I'm still watching my portions, keeping my protein and simple carbs in check, and going ballistic on fruit and veggies. I like how I've been feeling!
The kids are out of school now, so it will be just loads of fun to exercise around them. Really - no sarcasm there. We bought a Wii Fit last week after Hubby & the kids argued over who would rule supreme on a snowboard and I've been on it 4 times so far. It's addicting and it is possible to work out a sweat on that thing. Today I hit Super Hula Hoop, a run, a few strength training exercises, a little soccer, and hit the snowboard, all in 31 minutes. I loved it! Hubby was blown away by my score on the plank position (he can't remember ever seeing me do it, sigh) and feels the need to beat my scores. Snort! Ain't happening!
On the food front, my fav breakfast these days is a fruit salad topped with a dollop of fat free plain yogurt, flax seeds, oatmeal, and a tsp. of local honey. It's really good! DS has been snacking on it and DD just goes from her fruit plain. In general we've all been eating a lot cleaner. Both of the inlaws are diabetic, so Hubster wants to do whatever he can to avoid that diagnosis. He's pre-diabetic now, so changing the family's way of eating has become more of a priority.
On the exercise front, in addition to the new game, I've again signed up for the Woman Challenge. So far, I've met or exceeded my goals for the past 4 weeks and am going strong. Swing by, take a look, and join me.
Until next time, see ya!
The kids are out of school now, so it will be just loads of fun to exercise around them. Really - no sarcasm there. We bought a Wii Fit last week after Hubby & the kids argued over who would rule supreme on a snowboard and I've been on it 4 times so far. It's addicting and it is possible to work out a sweat on that thing. Today I hit Super Hula Hoop, a run, a few strength training exercises, a little soccer, and hit the snowboard, all in 31 minutes. I loved it! Hubby was blown away by my score on the plank position (he can't remember ever seeing me do it, sigh) and feels the need to beat my scores. Snort! Ain't happening!
On the food front, my fav breakfast these days is a fruit salad topped with a dollop of fat free plain yogurt, flax seeds, oatmeal, and a tsp. of local honey. It's really good! DS has been snacking on it and DD just goes from her fruit plain. In general we've all been eating a lot cleaner. Both of the inlaws are diabetic, so Hubster wants to do whatever he can to avoid that diagnosis. He's pre-diabetic now, so changing the family's way of eating has become more of a priority.
On the exercise front, in addition to the new game, I've again signed up for the Woman Challenge. So far, I've met or exceeded my goals for the past 4 weeks and am going strong. Swing by, take a look, and join me.
Until next time, see ya!
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Two steps forward, two steps back
I took another tumble. I forget that my balance is nowhere as good as it used to be and that I can't be moving without paying attention. Especially where heights are concerned.
I'm at 231 and holding. In a week or two I'll be cleared to exercise full on again. In a couple of days I can get back to the elliptical.
Gah.
Dinner tonight: lentil soup (lentils, celery, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, soy sauce, and water); massive salad with mixed green, cukes, tomatoes, celery, pepperoncini, & either fat free feta or a boiled egg.
I'm at 231 and holding. In a week or two I'll be cleared to exercise full on again. In a couple of days I can get back to the elliptical.
Gah.
Dinner tonight: lentil soup (lentils, celery, carrots, shiitake mushrooms, soy sauce, and water); massive salad with mixed green, cukes, tomatoes, celery, pepperoncini, & either fat free feta or a boiled egg.
Saturday, January 17, 2009
Two weeks into 2009
So far, so good! I'm down a few pounds and inches, learned to hate my pedometer, and discovered that I'm faster than I thought.
I'm at 231. Not a big loss, really, but a big loss to me. Six pounds down since I started paying closer attention to how I eat and went back to my veggie ways.
Didn't I mention that I backslid? Yes, I ate meat a few times after Christmas. All kinds of meat including a meat lover's pizza. I felt just heavy and oily. I know I didn't always choose the leanest cuts of meat, but even when I did I felt heavy. You know how it feels when you've eaten too much bread? Bloated and overstuffed? I felt like that when I ate meat, no matter how balanced my meals.
I cut all meat out starting last Saturday and have felt so much better since. Yay veggie!
On to the pedometer and my walking speed. I started taking laps around the neighborhood in either the morning after seeing DD off to school or afternoon. I took my pedometer with me once so I could measure the distance. My pedometer read 1/4 mile. Well, this evening we drove around the neighborhood so we could check the reading. It was .7 mile. I took 2 laps in 20 minutes the other day - the only time I've remembered to time myself. I thoguht I was dragging horribly, but today I discovered that I wasn't. I feel a lot better about my semi-broken body now.
Speaking of, I've been punching, kicking, squatting, and shaking my butt on a regular basis. It feels good, but it's still cardio - which I hate. Deeply, truly, passionately hate. But, as long as hubby gets on my nerves, I can picture his face as my target.
Before you get all out of whack, I'm not going to really hit him. I'm not violent. I just have a semi-violent imagination at times. It's healthy.
I will reach my goals, dangit, and have already reached one - I can wear more of the gorgeous tops I bought in size 18-20! That is a big deal to me and I am celebrating. A few weeks ago I couldn't do that.
Every inch and pound loss is worth celebrating. Every (refillable) bottle of water finished is worth celebrating. Every day I eat well is worth celebrating.
Be well.
I'm at 231. Not a big loss, really, but a big loss to me. Six pounds down since I started paying closer attention to how I eat and went back to my veggie ways.
Didn't I mention that I backslid? Yes, I ate meat a few times after Christmas. All kinds of meat including a meat lover's pizza. I felt just heavy and oily. I know I didn't always choose the leanest cuts of meat, but even when I did I felt heavy. You know how it feels when you've eaten too much bread? Bloated and overstuffed? I felt like that when I ate meat, no matter how balanced my meals.
I cut all meat out starting last Saturday and have felt so much better since. Yay veggie!
On to the pedometer and my walking speed. I started taking laps around the neighborhood in either the morning after seeing DD off to school or afternoon. I took my pedometer with me once so I could measure the distance. My pedometer read 1/4 mile. Well, this evening we drove around the neighborhood so we could check the reading. It was .7 mile. I took 2 laps in 20 minutes the other day - the only time I've remembered to time myself. I thoguht I was dragging horribly, but today I discovered that I wasn't. I feel a lot better about my semi-broken body now.
Speaking of, I've been punching, kicking, squatting, and shaking my butt on a regular basis. It feels good, but it's still cardio - which I hate. Deeply, truly, passionately hate. But, as long as hubby gets on my nerves, I can picture his face as my target.
Before you get all out of whack, I'm not going to really hit him. I'm not violent. I just have a semi-violent imagination at times. It's healthy.
I will reach my goals, dangit, and have already reached one - I can wear more of the gorgeous tops I bought in size 18-20! That is a big deal to me and I am celebrating. A few weeks ago I couldn't do that.
Every inch and pound loss is worth celebrating. Every (refillable) bottle of water finished is worth celebrating. Every day I eat well is worth celebrating.
Be well.
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Can you believe 2009 is almost here?
The year has flown by! My kids are getting older and smarmier. Hubby and I are turning into old people, lol.
All in all I feel pretty decent about my progress. I haven't lost weight, but I haven't gained overall, either. I am more active and mae a better effort in keeping track of my eating and activity. 2009 will be different.
I joined SparkPeople. It's a community focused on fitness and nutrition that isn't intimidating. Food logs, day planners, journals, blogs, and SparkTeams are there to help you find encouragement, assistance, and give you a better idea of how you're doing. I'm wahminsc there if you'd like to say hi. I'm a member of a few SparkTeams - join me?
Exercise today: Turbo Jam Learn & Burn; yoga
Yep, 10:42 am and I've gotten in a good sweat. It feels good!
Here's to a great Sunday!
All in all I feel pretty decent about my progress. I haven't lost weight, but I haven't gained overall, either. I am more active and mae a better effort in keeping track of my eating and activity. 2009 will be different.
I joined SparkPeople. It's a community focused on fitness and nutrition that isn't intimidating. Food logs, day planners, journals, blogs, and SparkTeams are there to help you find encouragement, assistance, and give you a better idea of how you're doing. I'm wahminsc there if you'd like to say hi. I'm a member of a few SparkTeams - join me?
Exercise today: Turbo Jam Learn & Burn; yoga
Yep, 10:42 am and I've gotten in a good sweat. It feels good!
Here's to a great Sunday!
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Playing catch up
Ok, I forgot to post earlier in the week. Right now I'm taking a break from my assignment because it was giving me a headache. The assignment and DD's refusal to complete any of her assignments. Oh, and Snorificus is on the couch drowning out all sounds but his own. Yay...
I had a gain this past Sunday and I expected it. I didn't journal and it came back to haunt me. I usually have a monthly gain, and this was less than usual, so I'm not as down as I could be about it. I wonder if I could have avoided the gain altogether if I had kept my journal. Seeing the food log in print or on screen makes me think twice about what I have at a later meal.
On the positive side, I had tons of water, fruit, and vegetables, even when we ate out. And I kept the caffeine level down.
Gah! My body is rebelling - my hands are cramping up like they usually do during a flare up. Yay flareup.
Plan for next week:
Add 10 minutes to my walks
Keep the fruit & veggies preppeed and ready to go
Keep foods with inflammatory properties to a minimum
So, how has your week been?
I had a gain this past Sunday and I expected it. I didn't journal and it came back to haunt me. I usually have a monthly gain, and this was less than usual, so I'm not as down as I could be about it. I wonder if I could have avoided the gain altogether if I had kept my journal. Seeing the food log in print or on screen makes me think twice about what I have at a later meal.
On the positive side, I had tons of water, fruit, and vegetables, even when we ate out. And I kept the caffeine level down.
Gah! My body is rebelling - my hands are cramping up like they usually do during a flare up. Yay flareup.
Plan for next week:
Add 10 minutes to my walks
Keep the fruit & veggies preppeed and ready to go
Keep foods with inflammatory properties to a minimum
So, how has your week been?
Monday, November 10, 2008
4 pounds gone
Last Monday I weighed in at 236 and wanted to cry. It's not that it's my top number of all time, but it's the number I hit when I felt I was at rock bottom. I was heavier, but that number is a sore spot with me.
I went into action as soon as I got home after seeing DD off for school. I went through the pantry and fridge and tossed my trigger foods. I then went to the store and picked up things I actually needed - whole grains, beans, veggies. I made a huge pot of red beans and rice (fat free & awesome), steam-fried cabbage, and berries for dessert. It was simple, filling, full of fiber, heart-healthy, and just plain good! Hubby has been talking about it all week and he never does that.
It reminded me that I can have fabulous food that is good for me. I don't have to eat junk when time is of the essence.
This morning when I hit the scale I was 4 pounds lighter. I didn't count points or hit the elliptical or starve. I ate good food that was good for me. This is what this journey is about. Eating well and living well.
After 10 pounds are gone I'll be exercising more. Right now walking and my modified Pilates and yoga routines are the extent of it. My body cannot take much more than that right now. I tried and spent two days paying for it.
K, that's it for now.
Chicago here I come!
I went into action as soon as I got home after seeing DD off for school. I went through the pantry and fridge and tossed my trigger foods. I then went to the store and picked up things I actually needed - whole grains, beans, veggies. I made a huge pot of red beans and rice (fat free & awesome), steam-fried cabbage, and berries for dessert. It was simple, filling, full of fiber, heart-healthy, and just plain good! Hubby has been talking about it all week and he never does that.
It reminded me that I can have fabulous food that is good for me. I don't have to eat junk when time is of the essence.
This morning when I hit the scale I was 4 pounds lighter. I didn't count points or hit the elliptical or starve. I ate good food that was good for me. This is what this journey is about. Eating well and living well.
After 10 pounds are gone I'll be exercising more. Right now walking and my modified Pilates and yoga routines are the extent of it. My body cannot take much more than that right now. I tried and spent two days paying for it.
K, that's it for now.
Chicago here I come!
Monday, October 13, 2008
Weighted and measured this moring
Yep, wasn't pretty. This, my friends, is what the double-whammy of pain and emotional eating do to me - 230; 45 waist; 44 hips.
I needed to put that out there. I need to see it somewhere besides the mirror (which I can avoid) and in my clothes. See, cooler temperatures are ahead which means bigger, bulkier clothing. It's easy to hide what I've regained in cool weather clothes. I see fall and winter with relief sometimes because it means I can hide.
Guess what - I'm tired of hiding! I'm tired of convincing myself that I look better than I think I do. I don't think I'm horrible, but I'm not the little thing I used to be. I have a closet full of great tops that I've outgrown - and I only gained a couple of inches.
I've decided that I will not buy any clothing for a while unless it's for a specific occasion. I have great clothes waiting for me, and they're not 2-3 sizes smaller, just one. I'm back to a size 20-22 top and not happy about it. I bought most of them in celebration of reaching that size (and the sale was awesome); I need to make sure I get to wear them before they're out of style.
I'm not going to do anything drastic, just get back to what I need to do, using the tools that I have on hand. I need to make sure I'm eating well and getting the nutrients I need. I need to get in those longer walks. I was up to 3 miles a day before pain knocked me off my game. On the days that walking makes me cry, I'll hit the floor and get in a few more minutes of yoga and/or Pilates. Yes, this girl is pretty flexible.
Technically I start over for the last time tomorrow, but today has already been a good day. Except for the 4 on the 1-10 pain scale. And the congestion. But that's another story.
It's actually a good Monday. Go figure.
Anyone else start over recently? Or come to a new and better understanding of yourself? Share with me!
Be well. Be strong.
I needed to put that out there. I need to see it somewhere besides the mirror (which I can avoid) and in my clothes. See, cooler temperatures are ahead which means bigger, bulkier clothing. It's easy to hide what I've regained in cool weather clothes. I see fall and winter with relief sometimes because it means I can hide.
Guess what - I'm tired of hiding! I'm tired of convincing myself that I look better than I think I do. I don't think I'm horrible, but I'm not the little thing I used to be. I have a closet full of great tops that I've outgrown - and I only gained a couple of inches.
I've decided that I will not buy any clothing for a while unless it's for a specific occasion. I have great clothes waiting for me, and they're not 2-3 sizes smaller, just one. I'm back to a size 20-22 top and not happy about it. I bought most of them in celebration of reaching that size (and the sale was awesome); I need to make sure I get to wear them before they're out of style.
I'm not going to do anything drastic, just get back to what I need to do, using the tools that I have on hand. I need to make sure I'm eating well and getting the nutrients I need. I need to get in those longer walks. I was up to 3 miles a day before pain knocked me off my game. On the days that walking makes me cry, I'll hit the floor and get in a few more minutes of yoga and/or Pilates. Yes, this girl is pretty flexible.
Technically I start over for the last time tomorrow, but today has already been a good day. Except for the 4 on the 1-10 pain scale. And the congestion. But that's another story.
It's actually a good Monday. Go figure.
Anyone else start over recently? Or come to a new and better understanding of yourself? Share with me!
Be well. Be strong.
Sunday, July 20, 2008
7th day - my day off!
Well, sorta off. I'm not going to actively work out, but I have packing, cleaning, and laundry to do. Strength training and walking. The dumpster is a couple minutes away from our place, so toting multiple bags of trash will work my arms and shoulders. Laundry involves a bit of bending and reaching on top of lifting the baskets. And oh man do we have some baskets to lift!
As for food, I need to go shopping. I have beans on hand and some GimmieLean sausage and homemade taco tvp/nutmeat left over, but just enough for another day or two. I need to grab some protein and veggies.
Monday has always been my weigh in day, so I'm keeping it. Tomorrow I'll post my loss (I don't think I have one) or gain (I hope I don't have one) and reevaluate how I've eaten and what I can do to change things.
One thing I need to do is get rid of my triggers. I've been craving sugar lately and have eaten sweets. but I didn't go over in points. I know the difference between a good choice and a bad one, but lately I've been working overtime to fit a desired food into my day without going over. I'm not beating myself up, but damn! I have learned to cheat without cheating and it always bites me in the butt. It's annoying and frustrating.
When I eat things that don't agree with me I feel ick. I'm bloated, gassy, and miserable. I'm kinda feeling that way right now and had a decent breakfast (Mexican omelet - 2 eggs, taco nut meat, onion, jalapeno, & salsa with water and a cup of coffee) and somewhat naughty snack (small slice coconut cake with water).
Groan....
Whine....
Whimper....
K, done. Time to snap out of it and fix what I'm doing wrong. I know what's wrong and need to stop ignoring it and fix it. I grab certain foods out of habit, not hunger. Until I can get better control when it comes to those foods, I won't bring them home. If the sweet craving hits, a square of dark chocolate or sugar free pudding will be my fix. Or fruit with (coconut) cream or yogurt.
I feel better. And it didn't take a week of moping to do so.
As for food, I need to go shopping. I have beans on hand and some GimmieLean sausage and homemade taco tvp/nutmeat left over, but just enough for another day or two. I need to grab some protein and veggies.
Monday has always been my weigh in day, so I'm keeping it. Tomorrow I'll post my loss (I don't think I have one) or gain (I hope I don't have one) and reevaluate how I've eaten and what I can do to change things.
One thing I need to do is get rid of my triggers. I've been craving sugar lately and have eaten sweets. but I didn't go over in points. I know the difference between a good choice and a bad one, but lately I've been working overtime to fit a desired food into my day without going over. I'm not beating myself up, but damn! I have learned to cheat without cheating and it always bites me in the butt. It's annoying and frustrating.
When I eat things that don't agree with me I feel ick. I'm bloated, gassy, and miserable. I'm kinda feeling that way right now and had a decent breakfast (Mexican omelet - 2 eggs, taco nut meat, onion, jalapeno, & salsa with water and a cup of coffee) and somewhat naughty snack (small slice coconut cake with water).
Groan....
Whine....
Whimper....
K, done. Time to snap out of it and fix what I'm doing wrong. I know what's wrong and need to stop ignoring it and fix it. I grab certain foods out of habit, not hunger. Until I can get better control when it comes to those foods, I won't bring them home. If the sweet craving hits, a square of dark chocolate or sugar free pudding will be my fix. Or fruit with (coconut) cream or yogurt.
I feel better. And it didn't take a week of moping to do so.
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Day six - gloomy and gray out
Yay, the first tropical storm to threaten the US is a mere 100 miles away. I'm not worried about it because I'm too busy stressing about the closing on Thursday. It's just gloomy out at the moment, no rain or wind. The dogs didn't want to stay outside and that bugs me a little. Maybe they know something I don't. Or maybe they hate the neighbors.
Day 6 of 8MM went well. I'm looking forward to the day off, but it won't really be a day off because more cleaning and semi-heavy lifting will be in order. Yep, still packing and cleaning.
Tonight is Anime Night and that usually means a theme dinner. I'm not sure if we'll do Mexican, Greek, Asian, or something else. Breakfast for dinner always appeals to me. I'm just going to go go with the flow.
Day 6 of 8MM went well. I'm looking forward to the day off, but it won't really be a day off because more cleaning and semi-heavy lifting will be in order. Yep, still packing and cleaning.
Tonight is Anime Night and that usually means a theme dinner. I'm not sure if we'll do Mexican, Greek, Asian, or something else. Breakfast for dinner always appeals to me. I'm just going to go go with the flow.
Friday, July 18, 2008
Day five - it's gonna be a long one
Packing, cleaning, cooking, etc. Gah! Hubby's off today so maybe we can get something done. Maybe.
Here's to a kick butt weekend!
Here's to a kick butt weekend!
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Day four - feeling great!
Got in a 30 minute walk and my 8MM this morning. I can't believe I went walking so early, but it's supposed to be hot today and I have a lot to do. It feels good to be on track with food and exercise.
My brother and sister-in-law called last night to invite me to go with them to a Weight Watchers meeting. Yep, after talking to my bro on and off for a couple of years and trying to get him to go with me, he's joined. She lost 9 pounds and he lost 7. They're excited and both feel that this will last a lifetime. I'm thrilled for them.
The Emmy nominations just aired. Woohoo Michael C. Hall & Dexter! Woohoo Neil Patrick Harris (Doogie)! Woohoo The Office!
Today's plans include classwork, cooking (which I didn't get to do yesterday), cleaning, packing, and torturing the kiddos. We also have a few things Tivo'd to take out before we move, so our weekend entertainment is set. I will happily pack while watching Saw 3.
My brother and sister-in-law called last night to invite me to go with them to a Weight Watchers meeting. Yep, after talking to my bro on and off for a couple of years and trying to get him to go with me, he's joined. She lost 9 pounds and he lost 7. They're excited and both feel that this will last a lifetime. I'm thrilled for them.
The Emmy nominations just aired. Woohoo Michael C. Hall & Dexter! Woohoo Neil Patrick Harris (Doogie)! Woohoo The Office!
Today's plans include classwork, cooking (which I didn't get to do yesterday), cleaning, packing, and torturing the kiddos. We also have a few things Tivo'd to take out before we move, so our weekend entertainment is set. I will happily pack while watching Saw 3.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Wednesday day 3
Whew! It's hot out and inside today. I've been cleaning and packing pretty much since I crawled out of bed this morning. I got in my 8MM and after all this heavy lifting I think I may make tomorrow my day off instead of Sunday. Maybe. I haven't decided yet.
Food has been ok, but I've had to make myself eat because I haven't been hungry. For dinner tonight we're having pasta with a garden vegetable sauce and a zucchini, garlic, tomato, and onion saute on the side. I'm going to water saute them and add a little oil just before serving, either a drizzle of olive or flax oil. I'd planned to make either pumpkin or flax muffins too, but it's too frickin hot! Maybe after the sun sets I'll go for it.
Where does DS get the frickin energy? He's making me tired - biking, two basketball games, and now fooling about with his RC car - all in the three hours. Gah!
I may be back later; undecided.
Food has been ok, but I've had to make myself eat because I haven't been hungry. For dinner tonight we're having pasta with a garden vegetable sauce and a zucchini, garlic, tomato, and onion saute on the side. I'm going to water saute them and add a little oil just before serving, either a drizzle of olive or flax oil. I'd planned to make either pumpkin or flax muffins too, but it's too frickin hot! Maybe after the sun sets I'll go for it.
Where does DS get the frickin energy? He's making me tired - biking, two basketball games, and now fooling about with his RC car - all in the three hours. Gah!
I may be back later; undecided.
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Tuesday, day two
Got in a 15 minute walk and my 8MM day two! I'm not sure what I'm having for breakfast this morning. I threw together a lunch for hubby and am thinking toward lunch and dinner. I'm getting hungry, so I have to eat something. I'm leaning toward either a smoothie or grits and an egg.
Yep, still struggling with veganism. It would help if I'd remember to grab certain things at the store. Like tofu & TVP. It would help more if Publix carried TVP so I wouldn't have to go to Whole Foods or Earth Fare where I'm tempted to buy a little of everything.
DSS will be here to see his new room and get it the way he wants it! I was kind of worried he'd have to go back to his mom's before we could get it just right, but nope! Yeah!
9 days until closing. OMG!
Yep, still struggling with veganism. It would help if I'd remember to grab certain things at the store. Like tofu & TVP. It would help more if Publix carried TVP so I wouldn't have to go to Whole Foods or Earth Fare where I'm tempted to buy a little of everything.
DSS will be here to see his new room and get it the way he wants it! I was kind of worried he'd have to go back to his mom's before we could get it just right, but nope! Yeah!
9 days until closing. OMG!
Monday, July 14, 2008
July 14
I weighed in this morning at 225. Yay! I love starting the week with a loss!
The landscapers showed up a little early, so the dogs will have to wait for a longer walk. They got in a few minutes of running about wildly while I limped nearby.
I got in my 8MM workout (using a resistance band instead of dumbbells) and a few minutes of yoga. I feel so good! I think the band will be a little easier on my shoulder than the dumbbells for rows and presses without changing the effectiveness of the workout. We'll see.
I had cereal for breakfast for the first time in weeks. It was yummy! I used to grab a bowl at night if I felt the need to snack. I should pick the habit back up, especially since it was a whopping 1-2 points for the bowl (1/2 cup Fiber One original + 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk; another point if I throw in berries).
More later.
The landscapers showed up a little early, so the dogs will have to wait for a longer walk. They got in a few minutes of running about wildly while I limped nearby.
I got in my 8MM workout (using a resistance band instead of dumbbells) and a few minutes of yoga. I feel so good! I think the band will be a little easier on my shoulder than the dumbbells for rows and presses without changing the effectiveness of the workout. We'll see.
I had cereal for breakfast for the first time in weeks. It was yummy! I used to grab a bowl at night if I felt the need to snack. I should pick the habit back up, especially since it was a whopping 1-2 points for the bowl (1/2 cup Fiber One original + 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk; another point if I throw in berries).
More later.
Sunday, July 13, 2008
The next 4 weeks
...will consist of final exams, a huge IT Networking project, new house stuff (cleaning, painting, ripping up carpet & finishing hardwood floors, reglazing bathroom tiles, work, school stuff for the kiddos, snuggling with hubster, being knocked over by dogs (as usual), and following the routine that helped me when I started on a weigh loss journey a few years back. This will be my typical weekday routine:
Program and personal goals
When this 4 weeks is over, I'll start a new cycle. I can eat what I want; nothing's forbidden. I will play with my food as always, but will try new things more often. I'll weigh in weekly, but will stay away from the tape measure for at least 2 weeks.
- Get hubster off to work
- 15-20 minute walk with the dogs (well, hobble for me until my knee is back to 100%)
- 8 Minutes in the Morning
- Breakfast and supplements (multi+iron, GLA, CoQ10, joint formula, flaxseed oil, magnesium + calcium, something for pain if needed)
- School & work
- Family stuff - lunch with the kids, torturing them with my 'uncoolness,' dinner with my three favorite people
- Afternoon or evening walk or yoga; meditation
Program and personal goals
- Start 7/14
- 6-8 pounds down by 8/10 (218-220 the goal weight)
- 190 by 12/31
- 150 pounds
- 45 minute to 1 hour karate or kickboxing class (or video) at least twice a week
When this 4 weeks is over, I'll start a new cycle. I can eat what I want; nothing's forbidden. I will play with my food as always, but will try new things more often. I'll weigh in weekly, but will stay away from the tape measure for at least 2 weeks.
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