This weather SUCKS. I hate it. hate it!
My Fibro is acting up. It hurts to just be. I feel it all the way from my toes to my shoulders. It sucks.
What does that mean? For now, I have not worked out. It hurts to move and I just don't have it in me to push on through.
........to be continued.
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Monday, December 12, 2016
the I hurt Addendum
So my flu shot arm is really really aching right now. From the spot where I received the shot all the way down my upper arm.
Add on to the fact that I injured myself "playing soccer" with the little blue one. I miscalculated and ended up bending my foot under and scraping it across the carpet.
I'm just a nice barrel of aches today. The weather isn't helping....
Add on to the fact that I injured myself "playing soccer" with the little blue one. I miscalculated and ended up bending my foot under and scraping it across the carpet.
I'm just a nice barrel of aches today. The weather isn't helping....
Realities
one of the problems with being overweight, particularly morbidly overweight, are the associated health issues.
Extremely overweight individuals have so many health risks and problems that when one finally overcomes them, it is a great thing.
For me a number of my issues were: higher blood pressure, fatty liver disease, no menses, stress on the joints, headaches, heartburn, lack of flexibility- JUST TO NAME A FEW
The one that seems to change the most when I am on the right track is the no menses. Both times now that I have lost weight, this wonderful 'gift' has returned---sort of. Men--stop reading if you are icked out by female problems.....
SO as I said both of the times now that I've lost significant weight, my monthly friend returns--full blast. Totally awful and makes me remember why I used to rejoice in saying "Oh. I don't have a period anymore". The thing is, that happens with the first. I get it heavy and all out awful.
Next month is significantly lighter and shorter. Then the month after barely a sign of any blood.
After that I get all the awesome PMS symptoms (sarcasm there people) but absolutely no bleeding.
This was the problem I had ORIGINALLY when my monthly fried began to go away.
Soo discussing this with my awesome Doc had me signed up for an Ultrasound. The wonderful vaginal ultrasound as well as external. Now....first I must ask...Why do they always say "Now this will be cold" when applying the gel on TV?? This is my second ultrasound and both times it was very warm. Back on topic.... So this past week I've had all the symptoms, as I've mentioned earlier. The cramping, the breakouts, the ravenous chocolate cravings and then I have this wonderful THING shoved up there and moved around in my already cramping lady parts and now I'm cramping worse..... UGH
SO now we wait to make sure there is nothing else wrong or is it just the warranty starting to go?
So losing weight can help get rid of some issues, but it may also uncover others......
Extremely overweight individuals have so many health risks and problems that when one finally overcomes them, it is a great thing.
For me a number of my issues were: higher blood pressure, fatty liver disease, no menses, stress on the joints, headaches, heartburn, lack of flexibility- JUST TO NAME A FEW
The one that seems to change the most when I am on the right track is the no menses. Both times now that I have lost weight, this wonderful 'gift' has returned---sort of. Men--stop reading if you are icked out by female problems.....
SO as I said both of the times now that I've lost significant weight, my monthly friend returns--full blast. Totally awful and makes me remember why I used to rejoice in saying "Oh. I don't have a period anymore". The thing is, that happens with the first. I get it heavy and all out awful.
Next month is significantly lighter and shorter. Then the month after barely a sign of any blood.
After that I get all the awesome PMS symptoms (sarcasm there people) but absolutely no bleeding.
This was the problem I had ORIGINALLY when my monthly fried began to go away.
Soo discussing this with my awesome Doc had me signed up for an Ultrasound. The wonderful vaginal ultrasound as well as external. Now....first I must ask...Why do they always say "Now this will be cold" when applying the gel on TV?? This is my second ultrasound and both times it was very warm. Back on topic.... So this past week I've had all the symptoms, as I've mentioned earlier. The cramping, the breakouts, the ravenous chocolate cravings and then I have this wonderful THING shoved up there and moved around in my already cramping lady parts and now I'm cramping worse..... UGH
SO now we wait to make sure there is nothing else wrong or is it just the warranty starting to go?
So losing weight can help get rid of some issues, but it may also uncover others......
Sunday, December 4, 2016
Check In.
Hey.
So for Christmas the Hub got me a Fitbit Blaze. It's pretty awesome. It not only tracks my steps it tracks my heart rate, exercises (Workout, Walk, Hiking, Yoga, Weights -the ones I've chosen), my sleep and allows me to read my texts when they come in.
I've used it for several of my workouts so far. I love how it times them so I don't have to keep guessing how long I've been at it. It is definitely going to help me out in the long run.
Today we took the pups for an early Sunday morning walk in the park. We're going to try doing this more often, but that is totally dependent on ice and snow..
I think I lost 1 lb nothing drastic. However I am having to say goodbye to one pear of yoga pants. They keep sliding off my hips and make it very distracting to do anything other than stopping my pants from falling off.
Rich is doing well on his diet. We just need to get in a little more workout for him. I keep trying.
While searching around on my BeachBody on Demand I found a yoga workout for lower back pain. While I don't have the pain I once did, I still checked it out. It's a great workout -10 mins- that really helps loosen me up. I think this is going to be my Monday morning get up and get going thing from now on.
I'm sorry I don't have much else to talk about. Truthfully after our walk this morning I just lounged around doing NOTHING. It's rare that I can do that so I took the chance while I could.
Have a good week!!
So for Christmas the Hub got me a Fitbit Blaze. It's pretty awesome. It not only tracks my steps it tracks my heart rate, exercises (Workout, Walk, Hiking, Yoga, Weights -the ones I've chosen), my sleep and allows me to read my texts when they come in.
I've used it for several of my workouts so far. I love how it times them so I don't have to keep guessing how long I've been at it. It is definitely going to help me out in the long run.
Today we took the pups for an early Sunday morning walk in the park. We're going to try doing this more often, but that is totally dependent on ice and snow..
I think I lost 1 lb nothing drastic. However I am having to say goodbye to one pear of yoga pants. They keep sliding off my hips and make it very distracting to do anything other than stopping my pants from falling off.
Rich is doing well on his diet. We just need to get in a little more workout for him. I keep trying.
While searching around on my BeachBody on Demand I found a yoga workout for lower back pain. While I don't have the pain I once did, I still checked it out. It's a great workout -10 mins- that really helps loosen me up. I think this is going to be my Monday morning get up and get going thing from now on.
I'm sorry I don't have much else to talk about. Truthfully after our walk this morning I just lounged around doing NOTHING. It's rare that I can do that so I took the chance while I could.
Have a good week!!
Monday, November 28, 2016
Back to the beginning
Ok. I just finished my first workout in my "restart". I didn't use weights and I was working out like it was my first time..... Yikes. Back stiff but I did all 30 minutes.
Let's keep this up....
Thanksgiving Aftermath
Hey. How was your Thanksgiving? Pretty decent here.
I'm sorry I haven't blogged as much, but the truth is ....I forgot. I had so much going on that blogging was the last thing on my mind. Horrible I know.
I had a follow up with my wonderful Doc today. I had blood-work drawn to see how my new regiment was affecting my body.
First off I waited until last minute to do it because I know I haven't been the most loyal of dieter/workout individuals of the past few weeks. I know my diet was going to throw my #'s off.
And it did....HOWEVER.... not exactly how I expected. I looked at my results and saw some of my #s were high (Glucose & Bad Cholesterol) and my Good cholesterol was lower than it should be...
THAT BEING SAID. Each of those numbers was either lower and higher -respectively- than it had been. Which means I am going in the right direction. The bad numbers are lower than they were last time I had blood-work drawn and the good number- although still not great-was better than it had been.
So YAY!!!
My weight has maintained and my blood pressure was lower. Not all is lost.
Hub is still on his PSMF and lost 13lbs. So we're going to work together to be better.
WE're back to the grindstone today and even if I don't blog as much in between, we're hoping to log positive results!
I'm sorry I haven't blogged as much, but the truth is ....I forgot. I had so much going on that blogging was the last thing on my mind. Horrible I know.
I had a follow up with my wonderful Doc today. I had blood-work drawn to see how my new regiment was affecting my body.
First off I waited until last minute to do it because I know I haven't been the most loyal of dieter/workout individuals of the past few weeks. I know my diet was going to throw my #'s off.
And it did....HOWEVER.... not exactly how I expected. I looked at my results and saw some of my #s were high (Glucose & Bad Cholesterol) and my Good cholesterol was lower than it should be...
THAT BEING SAID. Each of those numbers was either lower and higher -respectively- than it had been. Which means I am going in the right direction. The bad numbers are lower than they were last time I had blood-work drawn and the good number- although still not great-was better than it had been.
So YAY!!!
My weight has maintained and my blood pressure was lower. Not all is lost.
Hub is still on his PSMF and lost 13lbs. So we're going to work together to be better.
WE're back to the grindstone today and even if I don't blog as much in between, we're hoping to log positive results!
Saturday, November 12, 2016
No more status quo
Hi!! Can you believe it's November already? Yikes.... neither can I. I am SO NOT ready for the holidays!
Ok. Few things to cover here so let me get started.
I really need to buckle down. I have 2 things coming up that I really want to be successful for.
The first being some blood work that I have to get done before my next appt at the end of the month.
The second. AIRPLANE. I got super cheap seats to visit my parents in December (round trip under $100). I would like to have a comfortable trip, so I really need to work on those inches.
I'm proud that I've found a medium to maintain my weight--but now is not the time for that. I need to get back to losing.
And that will be possible again...especially since ......drum roll..
Long time readers may remember PSMF. Click on that link if you need a reminder.
So, Hubby has seen a dietitian and they're starting him on PSMF to get a kick start on his weight It's going to be tough on him. I remember. His saving grace is me. I will make his meals, so he has my support.
I think I'm going to do a modified version. Stick with my 21 day fix of fresh foods and mix in the low carb/high protein of this diet. This will allow me to stick to my healthy eating, be supportive to Hub and still have fruits.
I'm going to be spending a lot of time the next two days figuring out a menu and such. I really want him to succeed and this will help me get him on track too. I need to discuss with him the beachbody on demand videos and maybe something will interest him.
Fingers crossed....
Ok. Few things to cover here so let me get started.
I really need to buckle down. I have 2 things coming up that I really want to be successful for.
The first being some blood work that I have to get done before my next appt at the end of the month.
The second. AIRPLANE. I got super cheap seats to visit my parents in December (round trip under $100). I would like to have a comfortable trip, so I really need to work on those inches.
I'm proud that I've found a medium to maintain my weight--but now is not the time for that. I need to get back to losing.
And that will be possible again...especially since ......drum roll..
Long time readers may remember PSMF. Click on that link if you need a reminder.
So, Hubby has seen a dietitian and they're starting him on PSMF to get a kick start on his weight It's going to be tough on him. I remember. His saving grace is me. I will make his meals, so he has my support.
I think I'm going to do a modified version. Stick with my 21 day fix of fresh foods and mix in the low carb/high protein of this diet. This will allow me to stick to my healthy eating, be supportive to Hub and still have fruits.
I'm going to be spending a lot of time the next two days figuring out a menu and such. I really want him to succeed and this will help me get him on track too. I need to discuss with him the beachbody on demand videos and maybe something will interest him.
Fingers crossed....
Monday, October 31, 2016
Happy Monday
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| The Fam |
Hope it's been a good week for you.
First news:
I got on the scale Saturday and lost a few ounces. Nothing worth logging, but still a step in the right direction.
My weight loss has been at a slow crawl because I haven't been eating the best. Well I should say, I'm eating mostly right. My exercises haven't been .....I haven't done an everyday workout in awhile. I do work out though, don't get me wrong. I just haven't done the daily thing due to my messed up schedule.
Speaking of working out, I am still having issue with my left arm. Right where I received my flu shot. Rich thinks they gave it to me in my muscle instead of another part of my arm. I still have pain with it. Like yesterday when I was doing my arm exercises, when I lifted weights with the left it was painful. I pushed on through, but it hurt.
I have blood work in a few days to determine how well I'm doing with my new eating habits and exercise. Should be interesting.
I'm working on some new things that should help open my schedule up a bit to be able to concentrate on working out full time again.
I have been playing around with a few new programs during this time too. Not sure I'm ready to switch to something else yet, but it is interesting trying the other programs out.
Sunday, October 23, 2016
Quick update here
This week was horrible as I had some awful gastrointestinal issues.
Two things came to mind though.
First, did I mention I have reduced dosage on two of the meds I was on? Well I did, so yay me.
I got a flu shot almost 2 weeks ago. The arm I got the shot in has hurt every day. The muscle near the shot area has been hurting when I move my arm. Either she goofed up and hit the muscle or its always been like this, but I was never as active.
The weather changes here have messed with my knees. Oh lordy.
No weight update due to the earlier mentioned issues. Check back next Sunday..
Sunday, October 16, 2016
Sunday..
Quick check in as I'm about to head out.
Stepped on the scale this morning--nothing to report from my last post (yay?).
I worked my butt off this morning, so another Yay.
I'm trying....
Nothing else to really report...... check back later.
Stepped on the scale this morning--nothing to report from my last post (yay?).
I worked my butt off this morning, so another Yay.
I'm trying....
Nothing else to really report...... check back later.
Thursday, October 13, 2016
Quick post
I meant to do this from home this morning, but ran out of time.
The past few weeks have been hectic and unpredictable. I have not been able to maintain a daily workout or good eating habits.
The past 2 weeks I've been trying. I haven't really been stepped up on a scale for a very long time. I had gained 2-3 lbs at last check before all the craziness.
If I've eaten poorly, I still try to watch my caloric intake.
This morning I forced myself on the scale. If I'm gaining weight, embarrassed or not, I need to know WA and stop it.
Low and behold I lost. I lost the weight I gained and was finally down from the #i was stuck on. So being conscious of your choices of food and what type of activity you should do still makes a difference
Friday, October 7, 2016
Checking In
Hey!
Thanks for checking back.
I'm going to be honest, since returning from vacation it's been hit or miss with me.
It took me about 3 days, after we returned, to be able to work out. My calves were in such pain.
I then worked out on and off since. My schedule has been a little FUBARd. I ended up having a few days of the most horrid headache in the world.
Come to realize that since my headaches have been reduced since being on this program, I only get them now when it's related to PMS. I'm still getting used to have PMS and such.
So last night we went to Detroit to see one of my top 4 FAVORITE artists perform, Assemblage 23.
I DANCED and DANCED. SO right now. I am sore. My calves are killing me. My arms. My hips...so yay. UNFORTUNATELY, we didn't stay the night in Detroit, so we drove home. In order to stay awake I had some pop. Ugh. I can't do coffee.. just can't.
SO right now after only 4 hours of sleep, I feel like I was up partying all night. Seriously, I feel like I was drinking ....
I'm back on track today. I don't foresee anything messing up my schedule so I'm back to it today.
Southwest had an airfare sale and was able to score $99 round trip to visit my parents in Dec. I need to get the booty down to fit in those seats.
So while I had a very off month, I'm focused and ready to get going.
Hopefully will have movement on the scale soon to report.
Thanks for checking back.
I'm going to be honest, since returning from vacation it's been hit or miss with me.
It took me about 3 days, after we returned, to be able to work out. My calves were in such pain.
I then worked out on and off since. My schedule has been a little FUBARd. I ended up having a few days of the most horrid headache in the world.
Come to realize that since my headaches have been reduced since being on this program, I only get them now when it's related to PMS. I'm still getting used to have PMS and such.
So last night we went to Detroit to see one of my top 4 FAVORITE artists perform, Assemblage 23.
I DANCED and DANCED. SO right now. I am sore. My calves are killing me. My arms. My hips...so yay. UNFORTUNATELY, we didn't stay the night in Detroit, so we drove home. In order to stay awake I had some pop. Ugh. I can't do coffee.. just can't.
SO right now after only 4 hours of sleep, I feel like I was up partying all night. Seriously, I feel like I was drinking ....
I'm back on track today. I don't foresee anything messing up my schedule so I'm back to it today.
Southwest had an airfare sale and was able to score $99 round trip to visit my parents in Dec. I need to get the booty down to fit in those seats.
So while I had a very off month, I'm focused and ready to get going.
Hopefully will have movement on the scale soon to report.
Saturday, September 24, 2016
Vacation Part 2
Vacation part 2.
So today (Thursday) I was reminded of the REAL thought that started me on the "I need to get in shape" wagon. It happened a few days before the wedding. The wedding & that picture, secured my position on having to do something, but this thought was the spark.
This year hub and I celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. I wanted to do something big, something special to commemorate it. Now-a-days it's a big accomplishment to reach that milestone. After all our previous plans didn't pan out, we decided to do 2 days at the Belamere and 3 days in Hocking Hills. Hub is the one who suggested HH and it would allow him his nature, hiking and cave exploration that he loves so much.
I booked our hotel & cabin on June 26 and I remember thinking at the time that I "really need to get in shape for this trip". I knew it involved hiking and caves and all that jazz. I knew in my current state that I would not be able to keep up with him. At the time of the booking my knee was a messed up joke and walking for any extended periods aggravated both my knee and my back. Let's not even get into the being overweight and not able to do any sort of physical exercise or not being flexible enough to do much of anything.
I forgot all those thoughts and realities since I was so hung up on the nasty picture.
Today I was reminded. Yesterday we did Ash Cave and Cedar Falls. There was plenty of walking and stairs ..lots and lots of stairs.Today was the big day. We did Old Man's Cave, Conkles Hollow, Rock House, and Cantwell Cliffs.
There was much rock climbing, stair climbing, nature walks, and all sorts of physical exertion required. It took us 4 hours to do all those places. We're thinking we covered over 3.5 miles of trails alone (and all that climbing of stairs and rocks and hills in that time).
It was fun for the most part. My body pretty much had it by the time we climbed down some narrow cliff stairs at Cantwell Cliffs. One thought that kept going through my mind was "I could never have done this a few months ago." This isn't a joke, I would NEVER HAVE BEEN ABLE TO do this. I had to rely on my knee to hold up on some of these climbs. I could never have had the stamina before. I would not have had the flexibility. I would have let Rich down since I would not have been able to join him on most of these trails.
This is where I'm Thanking God. Thanking Stacey. Thanking me for working hard to get where I am today. Thanking God that I made that doctor's appointment to get my knee looked at and get the injection. I may not be any where near my goal weight. I may not look fit. I may still be wearing the plus sizes I was wearing. I did realize that in spite of all that, I was able to accomplish something these past two days. I was able to go with my husband who loves doing all that and join him as we celebrate 20 years.
I know I'll feel this tomorrow (Heck I'm feeling it in my legs and butt now), but I was able to do all that. I was a sweaty gross mess, but we spent the day being physically active together. I'm just so happy about that. Today was physically demanding and I did it. I DID IT!!!!
All those weeks spent working out to Autumn with the day fix program has made more than a weight/inches difference--it's uplifting.
Let me just comment here on one thing.....THOSE STAIRS. OH DEAR LORD those stairs. I am hoping that these posts will include the stairs and views.
Tomorrow we head home. I'm happy. We had a great vacation and will hopefully doing more next year. Tomorrow I get to see my babies again. I missed my babies. I hope they don't hate me....
SATURDAY...
So, Peryn had surgery and is wearing a Cone of Shame..and he keeps ramming into my calves....OH DEAR LORD. Two days later and I'm still hurting.
Quickly jumped on the scale and did a quick measurement...not happy.......I think I need someone else to take my measurements......
So on a quick note, I wanted to congratulate a friend of mine. We've talked about our weight and health issues before and she's made some significant strides in the past 6 months. I'm super psyched for her... so Congrats Jen!
So today (Thursday) I was reminded of the REAL thought that started me on the "I need to get in shape" wagon. It happened a few days before the wedding. The wedding & that picture, secured my position on having to do something, but this thought was the spark.
This year hub and I celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. I wanted to do something big, something special to commemorate it. Now-a-days it's a big accomplishment to reach that milestone. After all our previous plans didn't pan out, we decided to do 2 days at the Belamere and 3 days in Hocking Hills. Hub is the one who suggested HH and it would allow him his nature, hiking and cave exploration that he loves so much.
I booked our hotel & cabin on June 26 and I remember thinking at the time that I "really need to get in shape for this trip". I knew it involved hiking and caves and all that jazz. I knew in my current state that I would not be able to keep up with him. At the time of the booking my knee was a messed up joke and walking for any extended periods aggravated both my knee and my back. Let's not even get into the being overweight and not able to do any sort of physical exercise or not being flexible enough to do much of anything.
I forgot all those thoughts and realities since I was so hung up on the nasty picture.
Today I was reminded. Yesterday we did Ash Cave and Cedar Falls. There was plenty of walking and stairs ..lots and lots of stairs.Today was the big day. We did Old Man's Cave, Conkles Hollow, Rock House, and Cantwell Cliffs.
There was much rock climbing, stair climbing, nature walks, and all sorts of physical exertion required. It took us 4 hours to do all those places. We're thinking we covered over 3.5 miles of trails alone (and all that climbing of stairs and rocks and hills in that time).
It was fun for the most part. My body pretty much had it by the time we climbed down some narrow cliff stairs at Cantwell Cliffs. One thought that kept going through my mind was "I could never have done this a few months ago." This isn't a joke, I would NEVER HAVE BEEN ABLE TO do this. I had to rely on my knee to hold up on some of these climbs. I could never have had the stamina before. I would not have had the flexibility. I would have let Rich down since I would not have been able to join him on most of these trails.
This is where I'm Thanking God. Thanking Stacey. Thanking me for working hard to get where I am today. Thanking God that I made that doctor's appointment to get my knee looked at and get the injection. I may not be any where near my goal weight. I may not look fit. I may still be wearing the plus sizes I was wearing. I did realize that in spite of all that, I was able to accomplish something these past two days. I was able to go with my husband who loves doing all that and join him as we celebrate 20 years.
I know I'll feel this tomorrow (Heck I'm feeling it in my legs and butt now), but I was able to do all that. I was a sweaty gross mess, but we spent the day being physically active together. I'm just so happy about that. Today was physically demanding and I did it. I DID IT!!!!
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| Pooltime at the Belamere |
All those weeks spent working out to Autumn with the day fix program has made more than a weight/inches difference--it's uplifting.
Let me just comment here on one thing.....THOSE STAIRS. OH DEAR LORD those stairs. I am hoping that these posts will include the stairs and views.
Tomorrow we head home. I'm happy. We had a great vacation and will hopefully doing more next year. Tomorrow I get to see my babies again. I missed my babies. I hope they don't hate me....
SATURDAY...
So, Peryn had surgery and is wearing a Cone of Shame..and he keeps ramming into my calves....OH DEAR LORD. Two days later and I'm still hurting.
Quickly jumped on the scale and did a quick measurement...not happy.......I think I need someone else to take my measurements......
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| Day 1-Ash Cave |
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| Day 1 Cedar Falls |
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| more stairs |
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| Cedar Falls |
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| DAY 2 STOP 1 |
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| day 2 stop 2 |
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| day 2 stop 3 |
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| Day 2 stop 4 |
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| more stairs |
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| oh look...stairs.. |
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| Stairs |
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| my calves are aching |
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| look down there... |
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| Oh goodie...more... |
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| climbed over those rocks... |
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| excuse me while I go cry |
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| &$%#%@ |
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| Instead of stairs...rocks, fallen trees, and other obstacles. |
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| Yep....NARROW stairs... |
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| I stopped half way down... |
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| No stairs....but more walking trails... |
Friday, September 23, 2016
Vacation part 1
Hey! Sorry for the delay, but we were away for vacation. This year is our 20th anniversary and we wanted to do something special. We rarely ....(like NEVER) have gone away for a weeks vacation since returning to the US way back in '99.
We spent 2 nights at the Belamere Suites in Perrysburg, Ohio. We had our own pool so I worked out each day and then proceeded to swim. We swam about 3x a day, so I definitely got my workout in. Eating --wasn't the greatest, but I did not go overboard.
After checking out of the Belamere on Tuesday, we headed down to Hocking Hills. Since I worked out early on Tuesday, I didn't worry about it. We grocery shopped for groceries before checking in at our cabin.
Internet is intermittent and there is no cell reception here, but that is fine. I won't be posting this until we actually return home. The internet connection will be better to post the pics.
So we checked into our cute cabin (greeted by the dogs owners) and just relaxed on day one.
Day 2 we checked out Ash Cave and Cedar Falls. Good news was it was quite a hike for me and got me sweating and working on my legs. Bad news...the dry summer we had made the waterfall view (which I was to see at both Ash & Cedar) was non-existent.
Tomorrow we are heading to Old Man's Cave and another location TBD.
We're heading home Friday and get to pick up our babies.
We spent 2 nights at the Belamere Suites in Perrysburg, Ohio. We had our own pool so I worked out each day and then proceeded to swim. We swam about 3x a day, so I definitely got my workout in. Eating --wasn't the greatest, but I did not go overboard.
After checking out of the Belamere on Tuesday, we headed down to Hocking Hills. Since I worked out early on Tuesday, I didn't worry about it. We grocery shopped for groceries before checking in at our cabin.
Internet is intermittent and there is no cell reception here, but that is fine. I won't be posting this until we actually return home. The internet connection will be better to post the pics.
So we checked into our cute cabin (greeted by the dogs owners) and just relaxed on day one.
Day 2 we checked out Ash Cave and Cedar Falls. Good news was it was quite a hike for me and got me sweating and working on my legs. Bad news...the dry summer we had made the waterfall view (which I was to see at both Ash & Cedar) was non-existent.
Tomorrow we are heading to Old Man's Cave and another location TBD.
We're heading home Friday and get to pick up our babies.
Saturday, September 10, 2016
Hey
So one of the things that have always been hard for me when I'm attempting to lose weight is travel.
Traveling especially to visit my parents. They're supportive yet offer me things like "apple turn overs".
I set off to drive down to visit on Thursday. While I didn't eat anywhere close to healthy, I had my supplies with me. My DVDs, my shakeology, and some food items to eat while at their house.
Thursday at the hotel, after hours on the road after an 8 hour work day, I didn't do my Pilates as I forgot that disk. However I did find a stretching workout on YouTube and did that. It was really needed after being cooped up inside the car. I went to bed feeling -not so stiff.
Friday morning I was set to have my shake, but the little refrigerator froze my pineapple juice. I didn't have a bowl for my oats, so I ended up at McD's for breakfast (boo).
The rest of the day was much better. I ate healthy for lunch and dinner. I had my shake. I made a healthy dinner and I took my Jacky-poo on a walk. Trying to do my workout turned into a chore. They don't have a DVD hooked up to the tv. The DVD wouldn't work in my laptop. I ended up putting the DVD in a small portable DVD player.
So I did do my workout.
Also, mother nature visited me for a second time. So I take that to mean I'm still on the right track. I can really do without the headache and cramping.
I did jump on the scale her and if it is the truth, I've lost a few pounds. I won't log it though until I am back home. I don't know if it is accurate or the scale is different. So after weeks of being stalled, this scale says I'm moving on again.
I'm also in my 3rd round of 21 day fix. Fingers x'd.
I am highly considering getting the new DVDs of the 21 Day Fix-country ...whatever it's called. It's supposably a dancing (county) routine workout. Something to mix it up and something I might enjoy. We'll see.
So the reason I'm in Tenn is tomorrow is my parents 45th wedding anniversary. Since I won't see them again until January and there was some time available, I figured I'd come celebrate. My brother and I will be going to dinner with them. :)
SO HAPPY 45th Anniversary Mom & Dad..
Traveling especially to visit my parents. They're supportive yet offer me things like "apple turn overs".
I set off to drive down to visit on Thursday. While I didn't eat anywhere close to healthy, I had my supplies with me. My DVDs, my shakeology, and some food items to eat while at their house.
Thursday at the hotel, after hours on the road after an 8 hour work day, I didn't do my Pilates as I forgot that disk. However I did find a stretching workout on YouTube and did that. It was really needed after being cooped up inside the car. I went to bed feeling -not so stiff.
Friday morning I was set to have my shake, but the little refrigerator froze my pineapple juice. I didn't have a bowl for my oats, so I ended up at McD's for breakfast (boo).
The rest of the day was much better. I ate healthy for lunch and dinner. I had my shake. I made a healthy dinner and I took my Jacky-poo on a walk. Trying to do my workout turned into a chore. They don't have a DVD hooked up to the tv. The DVD wouldn't work in my laptop. I ended up putting the DVD in a small portable DVD player.
So I did do my workout.
Also, mother nature visited me for a second time. So I take that to mean I'm still on the right track. I can really do without the headache and cramping.
I did jump on the scale her and if it is the truth, I've lost a few pounds. I won't log it though until I am back home. I don't know if it is accurate or the scale is different. So after weeks of being stalled, this scale says I'm moving on again.
I'm also in my 3rd round of 21 day fix. Fingers x'd.
I am highly considering getting the new DVDs of the 21 Day Fix-country ...whatever it's called. It's supposably a dancing (county) routine workout. Something to mix it up and something I might enjoy. We'll see.
So the reason I'm in Tenn is tomorrow is my parents 45th wedding anniversary. Since I won't see them again until January and there was some time available, I figured I'd come celebrate. My brother and I will be going to dinner with them. :)
SO HAPPY 45th Anniversary Mom & Dad..
Monday, September 5, 2016
Happy Now?
So, I took a little bit longer between posts. I was pretty exhausted last week and just couldn't find the energy to update. Colds are awesome like that.
My coach aka SIL Stacey was impatiently waiting for me to update.
Well, I finished my second round of the 21 Day Fix and it's a big fat zero. Zero lost. Zero gained. Between the wedding and being sick and my parents visit, it was all about maintaining.
Today marks my third 1st day of the 21 Day Fix. I'm refocused, which I need to be as I'm going out of town twice during this time.
One thing...well two really ...two things about this program.
I do more dishes now than I did in the previous 2 years together.
Which brings me to my other thing...yummy meals. I've learned to cook a few new recipes that are awesomely delish. Today was my stuffed chicken (Stuffed with spinach, feta, mozzarella, & sun dried tomatoes).
Then there is my multi-grain pasta with ground turkey and veggies in the sauce. So good.
SO I apologize that i made some of you wait a few extra days before posting.
My coach aka SIL Stacey was impatiently waiting for me to update.
Well, I finished my second round of the 21 Day Fix and it's a big fat zero. Zero lost. Zero gained. Between the wedding and being sick and my parents visit, it was all about maintaining.
Today marks my third 1st day of the 21 Day Fix. I'm refocused, which I need to be as I'm going out of town twice during this time.
One thing...well two really ...two things about this program.
I do more dishes now than I did in the previous 2 years together.
Which brings me to my other thing...yummy meals. I've learned to cook a few new recipes that are awesomely delish. Today was my stuffed chicken (Stuffed with spinach, feta, mozzarella, & sun dried tomatoes).
Then there is my multi-grain pasta with ground turkey and veggies in the sauce. So good.
SO I apologize that i made some of you wait a few extra days before posting.
Friday, August 26, 2016
Synvisc
Well, it's over and done with. I had the injection in my knee today. They gave me Synvisc. This is the up to 6 months shot. If all goes well, I should have relative ease in walking and moving in my knee.
It hurt going in just like any other injection (and hurts like hell). Right now my knee is stiff and aches, so I'm going easy today per doc's instructions.
There will be no workout today. I will do some stretching, but I'm holding off on the hard core stuff.
Additionally, I'm sick as a dog, so that doesn't help matters.
SO much for having a productive 3rd week.
Check back later for updates.....
It hurt going in just like any other injection (and hurts like hell). Right now my knee is stiff and aches, so I'm going easy today per doc's instructions.
There will be no workout today. I will do some stretching, but I'm holding off on the hard core stuff.
Additionally, I'm sick as a dog, so that doesn't help matters.
SO much for having a productive 3rd week.
Check back later for updates.....
Thursday, August 25, 2016
Off the beaten path....
Hey.
So it's been a very crazy week. As I briefly mentioned in my last post, my father was admitted to the hospital during my parents visit. I got a day and a half with him where he wasn't in the hospitalized before they headed home.
My wonderful brother-who in spite of some questionable past deeds (joke)-- should be nominated for sainthood. He flew in this morning JUST to drive them back. This visit is most likely the last visit home (HERE) for him. UNLESS I CAN CONVINCE THEM TO MOVE HERE!!!
So I'm going to take a few to talk about non-diet/weight loss things.
Do you know it SUCKS to see your parents age? It really does. Now, I have cool parents -which I didn't think so growing up- , but now that I'm older I think they're pretty cool. The last 3 visits I had with them were either NOT PLANNED or didn't go as planned. And most of it was sucky.
In June I drove down after my father was rushed to the hospital after being found on the floor.
In July, my Uncle passed and they came up for that. This time was supposed to be fun-family and a wedding. Instead my father was hospitalized and my parents worried on how they were going to get home-among other things.
I know it's a fact of life that they (parents) get older and eventually pass on. I know it's an eventuality, but it doesn't mean I have to like it one bit. It sucks even worse that they're so far away and were lured there by false promises and lies.
I try to visit as much as I can, but even though I have leave I have to coordinate with other team members to make sure there is coverage. I have flexibility to work down there every now and again, but I have to get special permission ahead of time to do so.
Want to know a secret? I have a bunch of days saved up and I try not to drop below 10 days. I have done this the past few years since they moved away. I know there is going to be a day that I will have to burn them and it will be most likely Father related. I hate having to do that--but it is what it is.
If you have parents that you're close to or still in contact with, make sure they know how you feel. Make sure you tell them you love them. Appreciate your time with them. I am trying to write this without bringing too much drama into a blog where it does not belong, but it is hard to be bitter and filled with such anger at people who allow pettiness to turn them into assholes towards their families. I'm not talking about people with legitimate issues.... I'm talking about the adults who act like idiots and ignore their children or children who treat their parents like crap--for stupid childish reasons.
Pardon me for that. It's one of those things I keep inside and never talk about but I had to get out.
So..moral of this story Embrace your family. Make sure your parents know how much you love an appreciate everything they have done or do for you. Parents who've for one reason or another abandoned your family--it's not too late to let them know you love them.
So--- as I started Dad was hospitalized and my eating choices have not been the best. I haven't lost all sense of reason or progress. I just have had a few days over my normal eating. I worked out all days except yesterday.
Yesterday...I'm getting sick again. Last year at this time (this weekend) I became ill and it was bad- chills, sweats, fever, chest congestion--the whole nine yards.
I'm getting the congestion again. I started with a sever sore throat yesterday and it's led to a cough and a little congestion this morning and a lot more now. It's going to suck. I didn't eat well today.
In fact for dinner I had a summer corn chowder from Panera. I needed the hot liquid in my chest. I had a salad as well. I know I need to work out today since I didn't yesterday. And I will.
I'm a bit disappointed the final week of round 2 isn't going as planned. I should be happy with the progress I have made--but I'm not.
Oh. One last thing before I go. Tomorrow is my knee injection. I'll have more details tomorrow. I've spoken to 3 people who all tell me wonderful things about the gel injections. I'm being optimistic!!
And talk about blow me away. I logged on today to write this and saw the other day I had the biggest readership since this began a few years ago. SO THANK YOU to everyone who has read my words.
So it's been a very crazy week. As I briefly mentioned in my last post, my father was admitted to the hospital during my parents visit. I got a day and a half with him where he wasn't in the hospitalized before they headed home.
My wonderful brother-who in spite of some questionable past deeds (joke)-- should be nominated for sainthood. He flew in this morning JUST to drive them back. This visit is most likely the last visit home (HERE) for him. UNLESS I CAN CONVINCE THEM TO MOVE HERE!!!
So I'm going to take a few to talk about non-diet/weight loss things.
Do you know it SUCKS to see your parents age? It really does. Now, I have cool parents -which I didn't think so growing up- , but now that I'm older I think they're pretty cool. The last 3 visits I had with them were either NOT PLANNED or didn't go as planned. And most of it was sucky.
In June I drove down after my father was rushed to the hospital after being found on the floor.
In July, my Uncle passed and they came up for that. This time was supposed to be fun-family and a wedding. Instead my father was hospitalized and my parents worried on how they were going to get home-among other things.
I know it's a fact of life that they (parents) get older and eventually pass on. I know it's an eventuality, but it doesn't mean I have to like it one bit. It sucks even worse that they're so far away and were lured there by false promises and lies.
I try to visit as much as I can, but even though I have leave I have to coordinate with other team members to make sure there is coverage. I have flexibility to work down there every now and again, but I have to get special permission ahead of time to do so.
Want to know a secret? I have a bunch of days saved up and I try not to drop below 10 days. I have done this the past few years since they moved away. I know there is going to be a day that I will have to burn them and it will be most likely Father related. I hate having to do that--but it is what it is.
If you have parents that you're close to or still in contact with, make sure they know how you feel. Make sure you tell them you love them. Appreciate your time with them. I am trying to write this without bringing too much drama into a blog where it does not belong, but it is hard to be bitter and filled with such anger at people who allow pettiness to turn them into assholes towards their families. I'm not talking about people with legitimate issues.... I'm talking about the adults who act like idiots and ignore their children or children who treat their parents like crap--for stupid childish reasons.
Pardon me for that. It's one of those things I keep inside and never talk about but I had to get out.
So..moral of this story Embrace your family. Make sure your parents know how much you love an appreciate everything they have done or do for you. Parents who've for one reason or another abandoned your family--it's not too late to let them know you love them.
So--- as I started Dad was hospitalized and my eating choices have not been the best. I haven't lost all sense of reason or progress. I just have had a few days over my normal eating. I worked out all days except yesterday.
Yesterday...I'm getting sick again. Last year at this time (this weekend) I became ill and it was bad- chills, sweats, fever, chest congestion--the whole nine yards.
I'm getting the congestion again. I started with a sever sore throat yesterday and it's led to a cough and a little congestion this morning and a lot more now. It's going to suck. I didn't eat well today.
In fact for dinner I had a summer corn chowder from Panera. I needed the hot liquid in my chest. I had a salad as well. I know I need to work out today since I didn't yesterday. And I will.
I'm a bit disappointed the final week of round 2 isn't going as planned. I should be happy with the progress I have made--but I'm not.
Oh. One last thing before I go. Tomorrow is my knee injection. I'll have more details tomorrow. I've spoken to 3 people who all tell me wonderful things about the gel injections. I'm being optimistic!!
And talk about blow me away. I logged on today to write this and saw the other day I had the biggest readership since this began a few years ago. SO THANK YOU to everyone who has read my words.
Sunday, August 21, 2016
Starting Week 3. Time flies
Evening all.
This weekend has been hectic.
My parents who came up for the wedding I've mentioned a few times. Unfortunately, my father did not get to attend. He was admitted to the hospital yesterday morning. So there's that we've had to deal with. At least it's near me this time so I can take care of Mom and have them close.
The wedding. I wore that dress I bought over a month ago. It was comfy, but did not fit as it originally was intended. It sort of hung on me, hiding everything-Fat, curves, muscle...
It was a cute dress and I still had a good time regardless of the fit of the dress.
My Mom said it was noticeable-the weight loss. That is good.
Sigh. So the day of the wedding-yesterday- I worked out first thing in the morning : 6:30AM. I ate very light and had my shake. I knew the wedding was going to be tough. It was. I did enjoy the cookies and the cake, so I know my caloric intake was BAD.
I tried to eat well today. However between a hospital visit, a long trip in the car to visit my Uncle's grave and just the overall craziness, I went over. I did do my Yoga all the way through.
I'm a bit disappointed that I couldn't have done better, but it's over and done with. Tomorrow's a new day and I'm back on track.
BTW. If you're on MFP, I leave my food log open to be viewed. I want transparency. If I log in at 500 calories less than my daily total, I want my food choices to be able to be viewed. Just one more way to be accountable for my actions and choices.
Here's a pic I posted to FB. It's the first real documented change since starting the plan....
Not much else to say. We're going to rock this week 3.
This weekend has been hectic.
My parents who came up for the wedding I've mentioned a few times. Unfortunately, my father did not get to attend. He was admitted to the hospital yesterday morning. So there's that we've had to deal with. At least it's near me this time so I can take care of Mom and have them close.
The wedding. I wore that dress I bought over a month ago. It was comfy, but did not fit as it originally was intended. It sort of hung on me, hiding everything-Fat, curves, muscle...
It was a cute dress and I still had a good time regardless of the fit of the dress.
My Mom said it was noticeable-the weight loss. That is good.
Sigh. So the day of the wedding-yesterday- I worked out first thing in the morning : 6:30AM. I ate very light and had my shake. I knew the wedding was going to be tough. It was. I did enjoy the cookies and the cake, so I know my caloric intake was BAD.
I tried to eat well today. However between a hospital visit, a long trip in the car to visit my Uncle's grave and just the overall craziness, I went over. I did do my Yoga all the way through.
I'm a bit disappointed that I couldn't have done better, but it's over and done with. Tomorrow's a new day and I'm back on track.
BTW. If you're on MFP, I leave my food log open to be viewed. I want transparency. If I log in at 500 calories less than my daily total, I want my food choices to be able to be viewed. Just one more way to be accountable for my actions and choices.
Here's a pic I posted to FB. It's the first real documented change since starting the plan....
Not much else to say. We're going to rock this week 3.
Thursday, August 18, 2016
21 Day Fix-Laurie style
21 day fix
I'm not an expert. I'm not a sales rep. I'm just someone who heard about this program and said "Even I can do that". So I'm putting my disclaimer here...there may be inaccurate info, but I'm telling this from MY point of view on this wonderful program.
I don't have to tell you my struggles. If you're a long time reader, you know. If you're a friend, you know. If you need to get caught up...read the page linked to the right.
On July 2, this is THE DATE. This is the date where I reached my bottom.
On July 2 I attended a wedding with friends. I was severely overweight. My back hurt if I tried to walk too far. My knee hurt if I walked. I had NO motivation. I was pissed at myself for allowing it to happen. I knew what i needed to do. I know the tools. I just didn't care anymore.
We had a group picture taken and I was sick. Sick with how I looked next to my lovely friends. I was chubby-bloated chubby. I looked aged. I was obese.
Climbing stairs winded me. I would come home from work and go to bed early because I was tired.
I HATED having to fly because I didn't fit in the seat.
Looking at that one picture just made me decide ..no more. I heard about the 21 day fix and got more info on it. 1) You received containers for your food. Using these containers eliminates the need to count calories and weigh your food. and 2) there was a workout program. All you needed to do was follow the workouts--30 mins.
Even though I feel very busy, when I stop and think about my day I realized I could easily find 30 mins to do these exercises.
I purchased the challenge pack which came with 30 days of Shakeology at a discounted price vs buying everything separately.
THE CONTAINERS/EATING PLAN
There are 6 different colored containers. They vary in size-depending on the type of food that goes into it. Veggies are Green. Fruits are purple. Proteins are Red. Carbs are yellow. Healthy fats are blue. and Seeds and dressings are orange.
There is also a book that comes with it that explains the containers and the foods that go into them. There is an "approved" list of foods for each category.
This diet is about clean eating so you will not find overly processed foods on this list anywhere.
Now I'm going to put a disclaimer right here. For my particular eating plan, I'm not "hardcore". I have worked with a dietitian and know the ins an outs, so I while I stick to the allotted containers, I have eaten off list.
The book contains a calculation for you to work to determine your 'calorie goal' and gives you how many of each you can have daily.
So let's look at the image to the right. For someone in the 1200-1499 range, they are allowed 3 cups of veggies, 2 fruits, 4 proteins, 2 carbs, 1 healthy fats.
A person on this plan can fill their veggie cup up 3 times and eat whatever fits in there (or whatever the book says. Like asparagus is only 10 stalks for 1 veggie).
Additionally, you should eat at least 6 smaller meals each day. One of those meals should be your Shakeology. Shakeology counts as 1 red(Protein). Be sure to count any liquids other than water as well.
So that's the gist of it. You eat all your approved containers and there is no calorie counting or weighing of food.
Another thing I should mention is that recommend you pour your containers onto a plate. This allows you to visually see the portion size. The idea is eventually you will be able to make your food without the containers and judge portion sizes.
Also I think I read that the reason it's 21 days is that it takes that long to get someone into a new habit. So 21 days of eating healthier choices will carry over past the 21 days.
I like to see numbers so I do log all my foods into MyFitness Pal. MFP gives me a 2900 daily calorie goal. I average about 2100-2500 calories.
THE WORKOUTS
Along with the eating plan, there are 2 dvds that come with the program. There is a different workout for every day of the week. And even an option to double up (especially the last week if you choose)
21 Day Fix image tools from: https://jmkpeterson.wordpress.com/2015/05/03/21-day-fix-review/
In each of the videos there is an alternate way to do the workouts. I do a lot of the alternates and even some that are not on the video. In my case, I can't put too much pressure on my knees or on days where they act up, I'm limited to movement. Even with these alternatives, I am working out along with them on the video.
Each workout is organized in such a way that it's easy to keep up and not get bored.
So think about this. I am doing the workouts with a bad knee. Modifications on several of the workouts and I am still seeing results. To me that speaks volumes.
I'm sure if I followed everything to the letter my results would be greater...but that's not how I have chosen to do it.
SHAKEOLOGY
I was very LEERY of this at first. I've tried protein shakes in the past and it's hit or miss and they taste gross. The great thing about this is you determine how it tastes. They have several flavors. I originally started with the Vanilla,Chocolate, Strawberry pack. I have also gotten Greenberry.
You can customize your shake to your tastes. For me, this morning's shake was 1 cup Almond/Coconut milk (unsweetended) 35 calories (a yellow container). I used vanilla shakeology (1 red). 1 banana (1 purple) and chocoPB2 (1 of the teasspoons).
The other day I had a Greenberry Shakeo, 1/2 cup of pineapple juice, 1/2 cup of water, strawberries, raspberries, & blueberries and some spinach to top it off.
There are so many more recipes out there, but I really do enjoy my Shakeology.
SO there you have it. My summary of the 21 Day Fix w/Shakeology.
I'm not an expert. I'm not a sales rep. I'm just someone who heard about this program and said "Even I can do that". So I'm putting my disclaimer here...there may be inaccurate info, but I'm telling this from MY point of view on this wonderful program.
I don't have to tell you my struggles. If you're a long time reader, you know. If you're a friend, you know. If you need to get caught up...read the page linked to the right.
On July 2, this is THE DATE. This is the date where I reached my bottom.
On July 2 I attended a wedding with friends. I was severely overweight. My back hurt if I tried to walk too far. My knee hurt if I walked. I had NO motivation. I was pissed at myself for allowing it to happen. I knew what i needed to do. I know the tools. I just didn't care anymore.
We had a group picture taken and I was sick. Sick with how I looked next to my lovely friends. I was chubby-bloated chubby. I looked aged. I was obese.
Climbing stairs winded me. I would come home from work and go to bed early because I was tired.
I HATED having to fly because I didn't fit in the seat.
Looking at that one picture just made me decide ..no more. I heard about the 21 day fix and got more info on it. 1) You received containers for your food. Using these containers eliminates the need to count calories and weigh your food. and 2) there was a workout program. All you needed to do was follow the workouts--30 mins.
Even though I feel very busy, when I stop and think about my day I realized I could easily find 30 mins to do these exercises.
I purchased the challenge pack which came with 30 days of Shakeology at a discounted price vs buying everything separately.
THE CONTAINERS/EATING PLAN
 |
| My Challenge pack. |
There is also a book that comes with it that explains the containers and the foods that go into them. There is an "approved" list of foods for each category.
This diet is about clean eating so you will not find overly processed foods on this list anywhere.
Now I'm going to put a disclaimer right here. For my particular eating plan, I'm not "hardcore". I have worked with a dietitian and know the ins an outs, so I while I stick to the allotted containers, I have eaten off list. The book contains a calculation for you to work to determine your 'calorie goal' and gives you how many of each you can have daily.
So let's look at the image to the right. For someone in the 1200-1499 range, they are allowed 3 cups of veggies, 2 fruits, 4 proteins, 2 carbs, 1 healthy fats.
A person on this plan can fill their veggie cup up 3 times and eat whatever fits in there (or whatever the book says. Like asparagus is only 10 stalks for 1 veggie).
Additionally, you should eat at least 6 smaller meals each day. One of those meals should be your Shakeology. Shakeology counts as 1 red(Protein). Be sure to count any liquids other than water as well.So that's the gist of it. You eat all your approved containers and there is no calorie counting or weighing of food.
Another thing I should mention is that recommend you pour your containers onto a plate. This allows you to visually see the portion size. The idea is eventually you will be able to make your food without the containers and judge portion sizes.
Also I think I read that the reason it's 21 days is that it takes that long to get someone into a new habit. So 21 days of eating healthier choices will carry over past the 21 days.
I like to see numbers so I do log all my foods into MyFitness Pal. MFP gives me a 2900 daily calorie goal. I average about 2100-2500 calories.
THE WORKOUTS
Along with the eating plan, there are 2 dvds that come with the program. There is a different workout for every day of the week. And even an option to double up (especially the last week if you choose)
21 Day Fix image tools from: https://jmkpeterson.wordpress.com/2015/05/03/21-day-fix-review/
In each of the videos there is an alternate way to do the workouts. I do a lot of the alternates and even some that are not on the video. In my case, I can't put too much pressure on my knees or on days where they act up, I'm limited to movement. Even with these alternatives, I am working out along with them on the video.
Each workout is organized in such a way that it's easy to keep up and not get bored.
So think about this. I am doing the workouts with a bad knee. Modifications on several of the workouts and I am still seeing results. To me that speaks volumes.
I'm sure if I followed everything to the letter my results would be greater...but that's not how I have chosen to do it.
SHAKEOLOGY
I was very LEERY of this at first. I've tried protein shakes in the past and it's hit or miss and they taste gross. The great thing about this is you determine how it tastes. They have several flavors. I originally started with the Vanilla,Chocolate, Strawberry pack. I have also gotten Greenberry.
You can customize your shake to your tastes. For me, this morning's shake was 1 cup Almond/Coconut milk (unsweetended) 35 calories (a yellow container). I used vanilla shakeology (1 red). 1 banana (1 purple) and chocoPB2 (1 of the teasspoons).
The other day I had a Greenberry Shakeo, 1/2 cup of pineapple juice, 1/2 cup of water, strawberries, raspberries, & blueberries and some spinach to top it off.
There are so many more recipes out there, but I really do enjoy my Shakeology.
SO there you have it. My summary of the 21 Day Fix w/Shakeology.
11 Days In......Round 2
I find it interesting that when I had no motivation, I also had nothing to post about. Now that I have motivation and results, I had so many topics I want to cover.
I guess I must first forewarn all squeamish males about this next subject.
So yesterday I'm at work and I have this headache. I haven't had a headache in a month and a half. It was baffling me since I have been feeling so well and something like this comes a long.
Well at some point I went to the restroom as I tend to do when I drink bottles and bottles of water. I had a guest (unwanted?) that showed up out of the blue. I haven't had any inkling of a period in years. Since my last weight loss attempt (some earlier post on this blog). Back then it was one or two days of spotting (it was light) and after I had a month or two of very light spotting. Then it all went away.
Well my doctor did warn me. It's a full on cramping and all. I've forgotten how horrible this is. Yes, my body is getting better, but I could have done without! I'm such a baby. A few years off and I can't handle cramping. This is looking like a 3-4 day-er.
I also know why I felt ...unhappy with how I looked the other day. It was one of those days where I looked in the mirror and was like. "Sooo much work....I'll never get thin". Hormones are a bitch!
Now, I think I mentioned I haven't put this I don't want to say attempt because I am going to be successful this time.....So I've put this ..no journey is too overused of a word. ..... Let's say my decision to live a healthier lifestyle hasn't been as "advertised" as it was in the past. Last time after I made about a 30 lb weight loss, I began telling people and posting to my FB wall every time I updated.
This time those in my fitness groups (I belong to 3), my close friends, my Mom, and the few who have noticed are the only ones that know what I've been doing. I've also been careful to limit the photos I have shared to my face. Part of the reason, my parents are coming tomorrow for a visit (and attending a wedding) and while they "know" the numbers and specifics they haven't seen the results.
I want their reactions.
Although yesterday I wore a cute outfit to work and took a picture. I sent it to 4 people as a "sneak peak" and the reactions were awesome. It definitely helped me feel better.
I mean, I KNOW there is progress. I see it on me. I see in on my clothes (My pants literally slid off my butt the other day). I can FEEL it. I have minor aches and pains associated with working out. I have the knee pain that will never go away. But I am more limber and flexible. I have more energy and stamina. I'm most excited about being more limber and flexible.
Getting up off the floor or getting up off the couch is a different experience than it was 2 months ago. I nearly bounce up and barely struggle.
I see it in my workout. There was a workout I was doing the other day on the legs. It dawned on me the first time I did that workout, I could barely lift my leg. Now I'm lifting it up a few inches. Amazed me.
so my perseverance is paying off. In some ways things are easier......but other times I'm like "I JUST WANT A BREAK!!"......
I guess I must first forewarn all squeamish males about this next subject.
So yesterday I'm at work and I have this headache. I haven't had a headache in a month and a half. It was baffling me since I have been feeling so well and something like this comes a long.
Well at some point I went to the restroom as I tend to do when I drink bottles and bottles of water. I had a guest (unwanted?) that showed up out of the blue. I haven't had any inkling of a period in years. Since my last weight loss attempt (some earlier post on this blog). Back then it was one or two days of spotting (it was light) and after I had a month or two of very light spotting. Then it all went away.
Well my doctor did warn me. It's a full on cramping and all. I've forgotten how horrible this is. Yes, my body is getting better, but I could have done without! I'm such a baby. A few years off and I can't handle cramping. This is looking like a 3-4 day-er.
I also know why I felt ...unhappy with how I looked the other day. It was one of those days where I looked in the mirror and was like. "Sooo much work....I'll never get thin". Hormones are a bitch!
Now, I think I mentioned I haven't put this I don't want to say attempt because I am going to be successful this time.....So I've put this ..no journey is too overused of a word. ..... Let's say my decision to live a healthier lifestyle hasn't been as "advertised" as it was in the past. Last time after I made about a 30 lb weight loss, I began telling people and posting to my FB wall every time I updated.
This time those in my fitness groups (I belong to 3), my close friends, my Mom, and the few who have noticed are the only ones that know what I've been doing. I've also been careful to limit the photos I have shared to my face. Part of the reason, my parents are coming tomorrow for a visit (and attending a wedding) and while they "know" the numbers and specifics they haven't seen the results.
I want their reactions.
Although yesterday I wore a cute outfit to work and took a picture. I sent it to 4 people as a "sneak peak" and the reactions were awesome. It definitely helped me feel better.
I mean, I KNOW there is progress. I see it on me. I see in on my clothes (My pants literally slid off my butt the other day). I can FEEL it. I have minor aches and pains associated with working out. I have the knee pain that will never go away. But I am more limber and flexible. I have more energy and stamina. I'm most excited about being more limber and flexible.
Getting up off the floor or getting up off the couch is a different experience than it was 2 months ago. I nearly bounce up and barely struggle.
I see it in my workout. There was a workout I was doing the other day on the legs. It dawned on me the first time I did that workout, I could barely lift my leg. Now I'm lifting it up a few inches. Amazed me.
so my perseverance is paying off. In some ways things are easier......but other times I'm like "I JUST WANT A BREAK!!"......
Saturday, August 13, 2016
Good Information... in a sales pitch
Before I go any further I want to let everyone know that I in NO WAY am supporting, sponsoring, or telling you to go with this program.
This link IS AN INFOMERCIAL. IT IS a sales pitch.
HOWEVER, there are some FABULOUS bits of information within and the program I follow does support a lot of what is said.
I like the information and how it was presented. Again beware this is an infomercial, but one that could be helpful to some of you....
http://www.beyonddiet.com/ld/26108/5-foods
This link IS AN INFOMERCIAL. IT IS a sales pitch.
HOWEVER, there are some FABULOUS bits of information within and the program I follow does support a lot of what is said.
I like the information and how it was presented. Again beware this is an infomercial, but one that could be helpful to some of you....
http://www.beyonddiet.com/ld/26108/5-foods
Thursday, August 11, 2016
GOALS
Goals. Everyone has them, but a lot of the time people don't ever meet them. Why do you think that is?
I got to thinking about goals this week due to a training class I was in. I attended a leadership class and we touched upon the subject of S.M.A.R.T. goals. The instructor also discussed a survey or trial or study about incoming college students at a particular institute.
Part of the study was for the students to start with some goals. All of them were to make some goals. Some were to write them down and a portion of them were to use the SMART method. Forgive me if I'm off a little on the numbers, but the study showed that 84% (almost all of those that used the smart goals and wrote them down) were successful.
Again, I am totally paraphrasing and may have numbers wrong, but the point was made to me and sparked this topic.
What are S.M.A.R.T. goals you ask?
Specific. Measurable. Attainable. Relevant. Timely.
Ok, I've explained it, but what does that really mean.
I'm going to lose weight next year.
I'm going on a trip next year.
I want to save more money.
Think New Years Eve resolutions. Everyone has them, how many follow through.
What you need to do when you have a goal is be specific about what you want. What are you going to do to obtain it? When are you going to obtain it? Is your goal something your really want to do? Is it really something you can attain? When do you want to reach that goal? Is it realistic? Are you willing to be flexible with that time frame?
So with those examples above, using the SMART way, they would ready like:
I am going to lose 15 lbs by the end of May. I'm going to stop drinking pop and eat more fruits and vegetables and less junk food.
I want to go on a European trip in August. I am going to start putting away X amount of dollars each pay. I'm going to research deals. I'm going to make sure I have a current passport. I'm going to make an appointment with a travel agent and have my reservations in 2 months.
I want to save an additional $500 the end of next year. I'll put away $20 extra a pay (26 pays).
So now that you have an idea what a SMART goal is, it's also very important to write them down.
It also occurred to me that I hadn't made any such goals. I was just TIRED of being fat.Tired of hurting. I wanted to be healthier. Well, isn't that close to the goals I had the first time around???
So I need to make some goals. I won't put them all down here as some of them have yet to come. I will start with a few however.
I want to be down 50 lbs from my July 2 weight by the end of August. I am going to continue with the 21 day fix. I am going to continue to work with the 5lb weights until the end of this 21 days. I will reevaluate for September.
I am going to continue logging my food into MyFitness pal NO MATTER the type of day I am having. If I go over 1000 calories, I will log it. I will not beat myself up if I have a bad day. If it turns into 2 bad days of eating OR not working out and it is not illness related, I will contact my coach and work with her.
I would like to lose at least 100 more pounds by June 30, 2017. I am going to continue with the tools I've been using to this point. I will re-evaluate my tools and my goals in November. I will work with my Coach to see what I have achieved and what we need to do to achieve this goal.
I got to thinking about goals this week due to a training class I was in. I attended a leadership class and we touched upon the subject of S.M.A.R.T. goals. The instructor also discussed a survey or trial or study about incoming college students at a particular institute.
Part of the study was for the students to start with some goals. All of them were to make some goals. Some were to write them down and a portion of them were to use the SMART method. Forgive me if I'm off a little on the numbers, but the study showed that 84% (almost all of those that used the smart goals and wrote them down) were successful.
Again, I am totally paraphrasing and may have numbers wrong, but the point was made to me and sparked this topic.
What are S.M.A.R.T. goals you ask?
Specific. Measurable. Attainable. Relevant. Timely.
Ok, I've explained it, but what does that really mean.
I'm going to lose weight next year.
I'm going on a trip next year.
I want to save more money.
Think New Years Eve resolutions. Everyone has them, how many follow through.
What you need to do when you have a goal is be specific about what you want. What are you going to do to obtain it? When are you going to obtain it? Is your goal something your really want to do? Is it really something you can attain? When do you want to reach that goal? Is it realistic? Are you willing to be flexible with that time frame?
So with those examples above, using the SMART way, they would ready like:
I am going to lose 15 lbs by the end of May. I'm going to stop drinking pop and eat more fruits and vegetables and less junk food.
I want to go on a European trip in August. I am going to start putting away X amount of dollars each pay. I'm going to research deals. I'm going to make sure I have a current passport. I'm going to make an appointment with a travel agent and have my reservations in 2 months.
I want to save an additional $500 the end of next year. I'll put away $20 extra a pay (26 pays).
So now that you have an idea what a SMART goal is, it's also very important to write them down.
It also occurred to me that I hadn't made any such goals. I was just TIRED of being fat.Tired of hurting. I wanted to be healthier. Well, isn't that close to the goals I had the first time around???
So I need to make some goals. I won't put them all down here as some of them have yet to come. I will start with a few however.
I want to be down 50 lbs from my July 2 weight by the end of August. I am going to continue with the 21 day fix. I am going to continue to work with the 5lb weights until the end of this 21 days. I will reevaluate for September.
I am going to continue logging my food into MyFitness pal NO MATTER the type of day I am having. If I go over 1000 calories, I will log it. I will not beat myself up if I have a bad day. If it turns into 2 bad days of eating OR not working out and it is not illness related, I will contact my coach and work with her.
I would like to lose at least 100 more pounds by June 30, 2017. I am going to continue with the tools I've been using to this point. I will re-evaluate my tools and my goals in November. I will work with my Coach to see what I have achieved and what we need to do to achieve this goal.
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
A lot
I have a lot of stuff I wanted to talk about. However I am currently frustrated because the past 2 days I've had NOTHING but trouble logging on here.
Additionally something happened that has pushed my original post idea to the back and will be the next topic: Goal setting.
Alright, so the numbers on my recent accomplishments are at that point that someone should start noticing right? I mean, I see it. Rich sees it. Why can't anyone else?
So yesterday my neighbor-who is aware of my current work- caught a glimpse of me out the back window (I was letting the dogs out). She let me know she could tell and I was looking good.
So today:
There is a girl at work that comes in only two days a week. As long as our schedules align and neither of us has a meeting, we will walk out in the hall. Because of appointments and the RNC, we haven't really caught up with one another since the very end of June.
During our walks, we've often discussed our weight loss struggles.
She wasn't aware of my decision and effort to do the 21 day challenge.
She was over at someones cube discussing something and when she was done, she started to walk by mine. First she was surprised that I had been moved (last week) and hadn't thought I was in. Then all of a sudden her eyes get really big and she says "You've been losing weight. I can see it in your face. Your skin is so clear. Your eyes are really bright. You look so much younger. " At that point I'm very happy because FINALLY someone noticed and it was someone who didn't know about the choices I made.
She was very excited for me and then I stood up to show her the other obvious areas.
She really made my day with her observations and comments.
Well....that's all I have to share today. Check back tomorrow.
Additionally something happened that has pushed my original post idea to the back and will be the next topic: Goal setting.
Alright, so the numbers on my recent accomplishments are at that point that someone should start noticing right? I mean, I see it. Rich sees it. Why can't anyone else?
So yesterday my neighbor-who is aware of my current work- caught a glimpse of me out the back window (I was letting the dogs out). She let me know she could tell and I was looking good.
So today:
There is a girl at work that comes in only two days a week. As long as our schedules align and neither of us has a meeting, we will walk out in the hall. Because of appointments and the RNC, we haven't really caught up with one another since the very end of June.
During our walks, we've often discussed our weight loss struggles.
She wasn't aware of my decision and effort to do the 21 day challenge.
She was over at someones cube discussing something and when she was done, she started to walk by mine. First she was surprised that I had been moved (last week) and hadn't thought I was in. Then all of a sudden her eyes get really big and she says "You've been losing weight. I can see it in your face. Your skin is so clear. Your eyes are really bright. You look so much younger. " At that point I'm very happy because FINALLY someone noticed and it was someone who didn't know about the choices I made.
She was very excited for me and then I stood up to show her the other obvious areas.
She really made my day with her observations and comments.
Well....that's all I have to share today. Check back tomorrow.
Sunday, August 7, 2016
21 Day Fix Round 2.
Good Morning.
Had to weigh in this morning and take measurements before I start round 2 of the 21 Day Fix. Down a few more pounds for a total of 25!
I finally got my Shakeology shipment yesterday so I can get back to having them as part of my 6 meals a day.
Getting quite excited to go round 2.
The past two days I haven't worked out, but I have been active and watching my food intake. Back to hard core tomorrow.
:)
Had to weigh in this morning and take measurements before I start round 2 of the 21 Day Fix. Down a few more pounds for a total of 25!
I finally got my Shakeology shipment yesterday so I can get back to having them as part of my 6 meals a day.
Getting quite excited to go round 2.
The past two days I haven't worked out, but I have been active and watching my food intake. Back to hard core tomorrow.
:)
Friday, August 5, 2016
TGIF
8.5.17
Happy Friday!
How are you all today? I'm just peachy here.
This has been a pretty decent week. So let's dive right into today's info.
On Tuesday I went to see the Orthopedic. He took some Xrays and overall the knee isn't too messed up. I still have little cushioning in the left knee, so there is always going to be some pain, but I did not do any damage with my fall. He says it's the equivalent of stirring up a hornet's nest. Meaning I aggravated the arthritis.
I was given another cortisone shot as well as having some fluid removed. He and I also discussed the gel shot and I gave my approval to contact my insurance for approval. Which I got as of yesterday!!
I know 2 people who have gotten the shot and they both have wonderful things to say about it. In the words of my friend Cheryl, "It's the bomb diggity". So I am very hopeful and can't wait to get it. However wait I must. I won't get the "injection" until the 26th!
So in the meantime I am working off the cortisone shot which has taken away swelling and numbed the pain some what.
The day I received the shot (and the day after) i could barely move my knee (2 needles were stuck in there!!!!) I was going to hold off on working out because that day was Cardio, but I just decided to move some workouts around and focused on abs & upper body!
Yesterday was lower body since it's not too hard on the knee.
And yesterday was a follow up with my primary doc. She was extremely pleased to see my progress. She even joked about my 'biceps of steel'--since I've never had obvious biceps. She said she could tell in the way I carried myself that good changes were happening.
I told her that overall I'm feeling really good. I have more energy, more flexibility, much less pain related to the Fibro, and just overall goodness. She's happy for me and is rooting for me.
She says that the way I'm doing it (losing weight) is how someone my age (middle aged women...gah I hate saying that) should be losing weight. Diet alone will no longer do it.
So my current status quo is Doc approved.
I've been out of shakes since yesterday, so this is day 2 without one. Feels weird. I'm getting by though, so it isn't the end of the world.
So there you have my past week. Nothing major planned this weekend, just work around the house. Probably take the kiddoes to the park or something. Or......hmmmm maybe we'll walk them????
Happy Friday!
How are you all today? I'm just peachy here.
This has been a pretty decent week. So let's dive right into today's info.
On Tuesday I went to see the Orthopedic. He took some Xrays and overall the knee isn't too messed up. I still have little cushioning in the left knee, so there is always going to be some pain, but I did not do any damage with my fall. He says it's the equivalent of stirring up a hornet's nest. Meaning I aggravated the arthritis.
I was given another cortisone shot as well as having some fluid removed. He and I also discussed the gel shot and I gave my approval to contact my insurance for approval. Which I got as of yesterday!!
I know 2 people who have gotten the shot and they both have wonderful things to say about it. In the words of my friend Cheryl, "It's the bomb diggity". So I am very hopeful and can't wait to get it. However wait I must. I won't get the "injection" until the 26th!
So in the meantime I am working off the cortisone shot which has taken away swelling and numbed the pain some what.
The day I received the shot (and the day after) i could barely move my knee (2 needles were stuck in there!!!!) I was going to hold off on working out because that day was Cardio, but I just decided to move some workouts around and focused on abs & upper body!
Yesterday was lower body since it's not too hard on the knee.
And yesterday was a follow up with my primary doc. She was extremely pleased to see my progress. She even joked about my 'biceps of steel'--since I've never had obvious biceps. She said she could tell in the way I carried myself that good changes were happening.
I told her that overall I'm feeling really good. I have more energy, more flexibility, much less pain related to the Fibro, and just overall goodness. She's happy for me and is rooting for me.
She says that the way I'm doing it (losing weight) is how someone my age (middle aged women...gah I hate saying that) should be losing weight. Diet alone will no longer do it.
So my current status quo is Doc approved.
I've been out of shakes since yesterday, so this is day 2 without one. Feels weird. I'm getting by though, so it isn't the end of the world.
So there you have my past week. Nothing major planned this weekend, just work around the house. Probably take the kiddoes to the park or something. Or......hmmmm maybe we'll walk them????
Tuesday, August 2, 2016
Round 1 - 21 Day Fix Completed
Short post today.
After 21 days my results are 13.4 lbs and 9 inches lost!
I'm not done yet!!
After 21 days my results are 13.4 lbs and 9 inches lost!
I'm not done yet!!
Sunday, July 31, 2016
Day 20
Hey! Hope your weekend was fabulous. Mine--it was decent. We got stuff accomplished and had some fun.
Friday night we went to the drive in. I didn't eat the best this day I will admit. Doesn't matter. I worked out and got right back into it by Saturday.
Tomorrow is day 21 of the 21 Day Fix. I will not be stopping after that. I have too much to lose to do that. Besides, I'm liking the results and will happily continue.
Tuesday I will take new measurements and see what the end results are.
Yesterday and Today I worked out in the morning. I love how I feel the rest of the day afterwards. I wish I could do it everyday. I already wake up at 4:15 to get ready for work and out the door by 5:10 am. If I could find a way to do it-work out first thing and get to work on time--or at least a half hour later, I would.
Today's breakfast was PB & banana pancakes. 1 Banana, 2 eggs, & 2 Tbs of PB2 mixed together. Cooked in the pan until both sides golden .... Not bad. I would have LOVED to have had some maple syrup, but that is too many calories and too much sugar. Need to look into alternatives.
Friday night we went to the drive in. I didn't eat the best this day I will admit. Doesn't matter. I worked out and got right back into it by Saturday.
Tomorrow is day 21 of the 21 Day Fix. I will not be stopping after that. I have too much to lose to do that. Besides, I'm liking the results and will happily continue.
Tuesday I will take new measurements and see what the end results are.
Yesterday and Today I worked out in the morning. I love how I feel the rest of the day afterwards. I wish I could do it everyday. I already wake up at 4:15 to get ready for work and out the door by 5:10 am. If I could find a way to do it-work out first thing and get to work on time--or at least a half hour later, I would.
Today's breakfast was PB & banana pancakes. 1 Banana, 2 eggs, & 2 Tbs of PB2 mixed together. Cooked in the pan until both sides golden .... Not bad. I would have LOVED to have had some maple syrup, but that is too many calories and too much sugar. Need to look into alternatives.
Friday, July 29, 2016
More than just a number
Happy Friday.
So, I wanted to take time in today's blog to talk about the positive changes I've noticed these past 3 weeks. None of this has anything to do with the scale either.
First, my frustrating news. I took all my measurements back on July 12 and entered them into my beachbody account. This time I was tracking EVERYTHING. Well, yesterday morning I discovered none of it saved. I was devastated. I had a vague recollection of what the numbers should have been and did a remeasure and went from there.
Is it perfect? No. Is it going to be correct? No. Will it give me a gauge? possibly. We won't know for sure until Tuesday when I measure again.
That being said, I don't need any numbers to tell me how I'm doing. I can see it. How long until others do? Who knows? Who cares? I know what I see and feel. Hubby can tell, he's made several positive comments.
I see it in my face. While it's still chubby, it's narrower than it was. I see it in my middle. Where I was once blubbery and ...fat... I can see there is MUCH less than it was. I see it in the mirror without clothes. This morning I found another facet that impressed me. I see it in my clothing, how it fits. I feel it when I move. Not counting the bum knee, everything else feels good. I have an achy back that needs a massage, but I have less pain than before. I have more range of movement and flexibility than I did 4 weeks ago.
Walking, again not counting the knee, I don't have the pain in the back that I was getting.
Now, once we have this knee looked at...and hopefully nothing more than a shot will help..I may be able to do much more.
I noticed it in my workouts this week. When I started 3 weeks ago, I barely used weights in the workouts. Then I upped it to my lower weights. I kept at that on and off until it was mostly on.
This week I moved up to the next set of weights I have. Been using them.
Additionally, 2 of the 3 days I've worked out this week have been double workouts. Well, the second day it was 20 of 30 minutes, but I still sweated and pushed it.
So, all this tells me is that no matter what the scale says, I'm making some big progress. Yes, I'd like the scale to really go down, but I like that I can SEE results. I can see results before I feel the clothes on me getting looser.
I have always known that once I could find my focus I would be successful, it was just getting started.
So, I wanted to take time in today's blog to talk about the positive changes I've noticed these past 3 weeks. None of this has anything to do with the scale either.
First, my frustrating news. I took all my measurements back on July 12 and entered them into my beachbody account. This time I was tracking EVERYTHING. Well, yesterday morning I discovered none of it saved. I was devastated. I had a vague recollection of what the numbers should have been and did a remeasure and went from there.
Is it perfect? No. Is it going to be correct? No. Will it give me a gauge? possibly. We won't know for sure until Tuesday when I measure again.
That being said, I don't need any numbers to tell me how I'm doing. I can see it. How long until others do? Who knows? Who cares? I know what I see and feel. Hubby can tell, he's made several positive comments.
I see it in my face. While it's still chubby, it's narrower than it was. I see it in my middle. Where I was once blubbery and ...fat... I can see there is MUCH less than it was. I see it in the mirror without clothes. This morning I found another facet that impressed me. I see it in my clothing, how it fits. I feel it when I move. Not counting the bum knee, everything else feels good. I have an achy back that needs a massage, but I have less pain than before. I have more range of movement and flexibility than I did 4 weeks ago.
Walking, again not counting the knee, I don't have the pain in the back that I was getting.
Now, once we have this knee looked at...and hopefully nothing more than a shot will help..I may be able to do much more.
I noticed it in my workouts this week. When I started 3 weeks ago, I barely used weights in the workouts. Then I upped it to my lower weights. I kept at that on and off until it was mostly on.
This week I moved up to the next set of weights I have. Been using them.
Additionally, 2 of the 3 days I've worked out this week have been double workouts. Well, the second day it was 20 of 30 minutes, but I still sweated and pushed it.
So, all this tells me is that no matter what the scale says, I'm making some big progress. Yes, I'd like the scale to really go down, but I like that I can SEE results. I can see results before I feel the clothes on me getting looser.
I have always known that once I could find my focus I would be successful, it was just getting started.
Tuesday, July 26, 2016
Monday, July 25, 2016
Salted Carmel
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| Dirty 30 Completed |
Hey. How is your Monday going? Ok here. I'd say nothing to complain about, but I really hate Yoga. That was today's workout. I'm sure it wouldn't be so horrible if they didn't move so fast. When you have bad knees, keeping up isn't as easy as it sounds.
Oh well.
I've worked out everyday for 2 whole weeks now. We're into the final week of the 21 day fix. They recommend doubling up on exercises the final week. I would like to, but I am trying to figure out when the heck would I be able to? We'll see....
Tonight I made shrimp tacos for dinner. I'm so not a fan of corn tortillas. Ugh. I didn't have fresh cilantro, so I made it with the dried cilantro. Made a huge difference, it was sort of blandish. Of course after dinner I remembered I had an cilantro avocado dressing that would have spiced it up real nice.....smh.
I went to a cook out down in Columbus on Saturday and didn't necessarily eat as well as I had been. I kept portions to a minimum and drank water. So I think I still did relatively well.
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| Yummy Saturday Breakfast |
Today's Shakeo was Vanilla with 1/2c of coconut milk and 1/2c of Artic Zero Salted Carmel. It was the thickest & creamiest shake I've had to date. It was ok.
Saturday I made myself an Orange Creamsicle and it was yummy!!!
My sister in law was kind enough to get me some Greenberry to try. I found a nice recipe to try tomorrow, so I'll let you know. Uhm...Well, I am kind of tired and I return to work tomorrow (physically vs telework) so it's going to be a long day. I'll keep you updated on any progress made.
Thursday, July 21, 2016
Check In
Hey. I didn't have time or energy to post the other day when I did my weekly check in on the scale. It was very good news. I was down another 10 lbs. Pleasantly shocked-that's what I definitely was.
I've been doing very well overall. I'm under my calorie goal. I'm working out daily for 30 mins of hell (except the Upper Fix, I seem do get through that ok). I'm eating my fruits, veggies, limited carbs, and my daily shakeo.
I will admit I don't think I'm going to continue with the chocolate shake when I reorder. I made the Chocolate and Strawberries again (with a bunch of ripe strawberries) and it was better than last time, but nothing too awesome.
I did make the Pina Colada one. It was ok. The coconut extract just doesn't cut it for coconut. I'm going to search for some good recipes. I want FLAVOR. I want yummy flavor.
Yesterday we went to dinner with some friends. Hibachi. I changed up what I usually order. I usually get steak and shrimp....but I went with Shrimp & chicken. I dislike the hibachi chicken and still do. I just made it under my calorie goal, but I was--key word UNDER!
A downside to all this is I have done more loads of dishes in the past week than I've done all year. I'm sick of dishes!
I've stuck to all my workouts. When my knee starts to hurt, and it has as I've moved wrong several times, I modify the workout to make sure I do no more damage. Just 2 weeks until I see the doc about the knee. I'm hoping a shot will do and nothing major that would put me out of commission.
Peryn's been keeping me company as I work out. Sometimes it's funny (when he kisses me when I'm on the ground for floor workout) and sometimes it's irritating (when he wants to play fetch and I'm ignoring him).
That's about it for now. Check with you later!!
I've been doing very well overall. I'm under my calorie goal. I'm working out daily for 30 mins of hell (except the Upper Fix, I seem do get through that ok). I'm eating my fruits, veggies, limited carbs, and my daily shakeo.
I will admit I don't think I'm going to continue with the chocolate shake when I reorder. I made the Chocolate and Strawberries again (with a bunch of ripe strawberries) and it was better than last time, but nothing too awesome.
I did make the Pina Colada one. It was ok. The coconut extract just doesn't cut it for coconut. I'm going to search for some good recipes. I want FLAVOR. I want yummy flavor.
Yesterday we went to dinner with some friends. Hibachi. I changed up what I usually order. I usually get steak and shrimp....but I went with Shrimp & chicken. I dislike the hibachi chicken and still do. I just made it under my calorie goal, but I was--key word UNDER!
A downside to all this is I have done more loads of dishes in the past week than I've done all year. I'm sick of dishes!
I've stuck to all my workouts. When my knee starts to hurt, and it has as I've moved wrong several times, I modify the workout to make sure I do no more damage. Just 2 weeks until I see the doc about the knee. I'm hoping a shot will do and nothing major that would put me out of commission.
Peryn's been keeping me company as I work out. Sometimes it's funny (when he kisses me when I'm on the ground for floor workout) and sometimes it's irritating (when he wants to play fetch and I'm ignoring him).
That's about it for now. Check with you later!!
The photo of the food: spinach,cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes stuffed chicken
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| another workout complete |
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| most delicious meal ever |
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| And another workout completed. |
Sunday, July 17, 2016
Sunday-July 17, 2016
Hey. I don't know if I will be posting as often as I have been. I've been using this as an additional way to stay on track.
Today's workout was the Dirty 30. It was actually easier to follow along with than the Pilates or the Lower fix. I feel nice and worked.
I'm still doing well. Yesterday I had this delicious breakfast:
Steel cut Oats with strawberries, Toasted Coconut greek yogurt, & a pineapple juice.
Today it was similiar, the yogurt was Vanilla instead of toasted coconut and I added a piece of ham instead of the juice.
I think I love the oats. Never had them before and I love them. One of these days I'll try it without the strawberries and maybe another fruit?
For lunch I made chicken fajitas. Rich with tortillas, me without. It was YUMMY! Really happy with myself. I also made a side of refried beans and brown rice with fiesta lime seasoning and some mexicorn.
All carefully measured out in the appropriate color coordinated containers.
I don't have pictures of the whole meal, but you can enjoy the yumminess you see here.
For TODAY's yummy Shakeo, We went with Chocolate and ChocoPB2. MUCH better than just the plain PB2. I enjoyed that one as well. Tomorrow, I think I am going to try vanilla with pineapple juice and coconut extract. Piña Colada.
All morning yesterday, I was cleaning and working up a sweat doing so. Last night the hub and I went for a short walk (my suggestion) and today at the dog park, we walked the wooded trail. Slow and steady. Knee didn't hurt as much today (it did hurt). very mild back pain, which reminds me i need to schedule my massage!
Tuesday will mark 1 week since starting the 21 day fix. I'll do an official weigh in then (I've done sneak peaks).
I did buy a dress to wear to this wedding I have coming up...It's cute, it was on clearance, and I have a feeling that in 4 weeks it may not fit....Part of me is like...yeah.....awesome. THe other part of me is like...UGH....wasted $$...Guess which I'm voting for?
Today's workout was the Dirty 30. It was actually easier to follow along with than the Pilates or the Lower fix. I feel nice and worked.
Steel cut Oats with strawberries, Toasted Coconut greek yogurt, & a pineapple juice.
Today it was similiar, the yogurt was Vanilla instead of toasted coconut and I added a piece of ham instead of the juice.
I think I love the oats. Never had them before and I love them. One of these days I'll try it without the strawberries and maybe another fruit?
For lunch I made chicken fajitas. Rich with tortillas, me without. It was YUMMY! Really happy with myself. I also made a side of refried beans and brown rice with fiesta lime seasoning and some mexicorn.
All carefully measured out in the appropriate color coordinated containers.
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| Cooking of the fajita veggies |
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| Kirkwood-Pepper & Lime Chicken |
For TODAY's yummy Shakeo, We went with Chocolate and ChocoPB2. MUCH better than just the plain PB2. I enjoyed that one as well. Tomorrow, I think I am going to try vanilla with pineapple juice and coconut extract. Piña Colada. All morning yesterday, I was cleaning and working up a sweat doing so. Last night the hub and I went for a short walk (my suggestion) and today at the dog park, we walked the wooded trail. Slow and steady. Knee didn't hurt as much today (it did hurt). very mild back pain, which reminds me i need to schedule my massage!
Tuesday will mark 1 week since starting the 21 day fix. I'll do an official weigh in then (I've done sneak peaks).
I did buy a dress to wear to this wedding I have coming up...It's cute, it was on clearance, and I have a feeling that in 4 weeks it may not fit....Part of me is like...yeah.....awesome. THe other part of me is like...UGH....wasted $$...Guess which I'm voting for?
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