I've been telling myself lies for a couple of months. I've been refusing to update my weight on MyFitnessPal.com, thinking that I would hit that wonderful 231.0 weight any second now. Well, tonight I got on the scales to get an accurate weight and decided it was time to wake up. I'm a hefty 237.25...no where near 231.0 any longer. Time to face the music and move forward.
One way of getting started was to hit a CrossFit workout hard, like I haven't done in a couple of months due to a knee thing. The knee thing is good (as long as I don't try to run), so it's time to get back to it. Man, have I lost some strength. Ok, time to face up to that and move forward.
Overall, today was a really good day. I went back to work after being off for 12 days or so. In my previous job, it would have been a nightmare and I would have been stressed beyond belief by 10 a.m. In my new job, I left for the day with all of my work done. All of my emails were answered, all of the files that needed my attention got what was needed, and my inbox was empty. I did not have 50,000 emails and phone calls to deal with on top of all the other stuff. I don't even think the phone rang until close to noon. I'm really, really enjoying this new position. So thankful that I was the one they chose, too!
Good night!
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
January 2013 Goals
It's January 1, so time to make some goals for the year. Not resolutions. Resolutions only last a couple of weeks and are then forgotten. I'm writing some goals to accomplish and mark off as completed. There's a difference!
First goal for January is to lose 5 lbs by the end of the month. That should take me to 230 and that's a good jumping off point for February's goal.
Second goal is to be in bed by 10:30 p.m. on the nights I have to work the next day. I'm guilty of staying up too late and it needs to stop. This is one that I've been working on and sometimes forget about. Hopefully when my husband's work schedule changes in a few months (fingers crossed) it will be easier to accomplish.
Third goal is to try at least 4 new recipes this month. That is one new dish each week. That SHOULD be doable, but I get lazy when it comes to actually finding new dishes to try.
Fourth goal is to do at least 30 minutes of cardio every single day. This will be aided by my Miniature Pinscher, Duke. Unless it's super-cold, because his little body really can't take the cold. We tried walking today (18 degrees) and after about 30 minutes, we had to call for a ride because the snow got to his paws or something and he was limping, whining, and shivering. I felt so bad for trying to make him walk so far in the cold. I will have to be mindful of that with him.
Fifth goal is to try to write in my blog every night. Umm, with my past poor performance on this we will just have to see how this goes.
And for those keeping score, let me update on my incredible December. First, I was selected as the Cecile A. Christison Sterrett College Scholar for my degree. This is an award only 6 students are given each semester, so it was a pretty big deal. I received a beatiful medallion for my award. I will treasure it always. This also means I completed all of my degree requirements and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Studies. I got 2 As in the two classes I was taking and finished my degree with a 3.788 gpa. Not bad, if I do say so myself. I start my first graduate class on January 14. I'm kind of nervous about doing a master's degree, but everyone tells me I can do it. I'm trying really hard to listen to them and believe in myself. I can do this.
Hopefully I'll remember to check in tomorrow to update how I'm doing. Today has been pretty good so far!
First goal for January is to lose 5 lbs by the end of the month. That should take me to 230 and that's a good jumping off point for February's goal.
Second goal is to be in bed by 10:30 p.m. on the nights I have to work the next day. I'm guilty of staying up too late and it needs to stop. This is one that I've been working on and sometimes forget about. Hopefully when my husband's work schedule changes in a few months (fingers crossed) it will be easier to accomplish.
Third goal is to try at least 4 new recipes this month. That is one new dish each week. That SHOULD be doable, but I get lazy when it comes to actually finding new dishes to try.
Fourth goal is to do at least 30 minutes of cardio every single day. This will be aided by my Miniature Pinscher, Duke. Unless it's super-cold, because his little body really can't take the cold. We tried walking today (18 degrees) and after about 30 minutes, we had to call for a ride because the snow got to his paws or something and he was limping, whining, and shivering. I felt so bad for trying to make him walk so far in the cold. I will have to be mindful of that with him.
Fifth goal is to try to write in my blog every night. Umm, with my past poor performance on this we will just have to see how this goes.
And for those keeping score, let me update on my incredible December. First, I was selected as the Cecile A. Christison Sterrett College Scholar for my degree. This is an award only 6 students are given each semester, so it was a pretty big deal. I received a beatiful medallion for my award. I will treasure it always. This also means I completed all of my degree requirements and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in General Studies. I got 2 As in the two classes I was taking and finished my degree with a 3.788 gpa. Not bad, if I do say so myself. I start my first graduate class on January 14. I'm kind of nervous about doing a master's degree, but everyone tells me I can do it. I'm trying really hard to listen to them and believe in myself. I can do this.
Hopefully I'll remember to check in tomorrow to update how I'm doing. Today has been pretty good so far!
Saturday, October 6, 2012
"Feel Great in 8" - starts Monday!
Yeah, it's been a while since I've written. I've had a lot going on. I think since I last wrote, I've become a CrossFit Level 1 certified trainer. I'm so proud of that...I can't even begin to say how proud of that I am! I'm also getting ready to graduate with my bachelor's degree in December. WOO! This has been an accomplishment 24 years in the making. I never, ever thought I would get to finally finish what I started (poorly) at 18. Dreams really do come true!
And I'm about to embark on a change that I am ready to embrace fully at this time. Our little gym is starting a program called "Feel Great in 8" (oh yeah, I thought up that brilliant and hot name!). It's an 8 week program designed to improve nutrition, fitness, and overall health. I am ready to do this. My weight is stalled out in the 232-235 range, which is probably lower than last time I wrote. But still not low enough.
I'm also doing a running program at work that is helping me train for a 5K in November. I'm nervous and excited all at the same time. Last actual 5K I tried to run was in 2008, and I finished next-to-last. My little brother fell on the sword and let me cross ahead of him. I don't want to repeat that performance. I know there will be people walking this 5K, so hopefully I won't come close. But if I do, then I'm going to try my best to not let it bother me.
I am hoping to be able to update more frequently with my journey through this 8 week program. If anyone is actually reading, your comments would be welcome!
Until next time...
And I'm about to embark on a change that I am ready to embrace fully at this time. Our little gym is starting a program called "Feel Great in 8" (oh yeah, I thought up that brilliant and hot name!). It's an 8 week program designed to improve nutrition, fitness, and overall health. I am ready to do this. My weight is stalled out in the 232-235 range, which is probably lower than last time I wrote. But still not low enough.
I'm also doing a running program at work that is helping me train for a 5K in November. I'm nervous and excited all at the same time. Last actual 5K I tried to run was in 2008, and I finished next-to-last. My little brother fell on the sword and let me cross ahead of him. I don't want to repeat that performance. I know there will be people walking this 5K, so hopefully I won't come close. But if I do, then I'm going to try my best to not let it bother me.
I am hoping to be able to update more frequently with my journey through this 8 week program. If anyone is actually reading, your comments would be welcome!
Until next time...
Sunday, March 4, 2012
1 Year Anniversary Giveaway $1800 Prize
1 Year Anniversary Giveaway $1800 Prize
For those following the Paleo way of eating, this is an INCREDIBLE prize package. All you have to do is click on the link, follow the directions, and you are entered. Lots of great companies represented here, sharing their products. Oh please let me win, please, please, please!
For those following the Paleo way of eating, this is an INCREDIBLE prize package. All you have to do is click on the link, follow the directions, and you are entered. Lots of great companies represented here, sharing their products. Oh please let me win, please, please, please!
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Fitmas starts tomorrow!
I've joined Donloree's Fitmas Challenge and I'm ready to go! This is a fitness challenge that runs from October 3 until Christmas. Twelve weeks of weekly fitness challenges, and I'm planning to share those challenges and my results right here.
To begin, we have some pics...
...taken today.
And measurements:
neck - 16"
chest - 45"
waist - 42"
hips - 52"
arm - 15"
thigh - 27"
And weight - 243.50
Hopefully in 12 weeks those numbers will ALL go down!
Another project that begins tomorrow is our Healthy Eating Challenge at the gym. I'm really excited about this challenge! Next Saturday we are going to the owner's house to sample some different healthy dishes. Looking forward to trying some new foods and getting some new recipes. We will be meeting weekly for support and weigh ins and to talk things over. I think that will be key in helping all of us stay on track.
I also got a Nike+ sensor yesterday and got to try it out today. I love techy things, gadgets, and statistics and this covers all of those things. Went for a 1 mile walk at the track today to calibrate it, and I can't wait to do a run/walk at the golf course trail. I'm hoping by spring I'll be able to run a whole mile without stopping. Right now, I can barely do 1 lap at the track. Slowly but surely, I will get there!
Can't wait to see what my first Fitmas challenge will be tomorrow!
Monday, September 26, 2011
Monday Night Weigh In
Tonight's weight was 243.5, up 1.5 from last week. Not very impressive, huh? I had pizza last night for the first time in quite a while. I was surprised to learn that I do not like pizza any more. Huh, who knew? Did not see that coming. I'm glad, though, because it will certainly cut down on those cravings. I need to remember how awful my stomach felt and how greasy and gross my mouth tasted for hours afterward. Also, I'm sure that helped a great deal in that 1.5 lb gain.
I'm gearing up to help lead a Healthy Eating Challenge at the gym. That's right. I'm going to be trying to teach people how to eat healthy. That seems so weird. One of the things I want to do is visit a local grocery store and have their nutritionist give us a tour and teach us how to shop. Seems simple, but I know there are people that this would really help. Hopefully it will help some people in our group and they are interested in doing this!
Another weird thing that has been happening is that I'm starting to crave veggies. None in particular...just want veggies in general with my meals. Never saw that coming either.
Hopefully my next weigh in report is better than this one. I don't like seeing the scale continue to move in this direction!
I'm gearing up to help lead a Healthy Eating Challenge at the gym. That's right. I'm going to be trying to teach people how to eat healthy. That seems so weird. One of the things I want to do is visit a local grocery store and have their nutritionist give us a tour and teach us how to shop. Seems simple, but I know there are people that this would really help. Hopefully it will help some people in our group and they are interested in doing this!
Another weird thing that has been happening is that I'm starting to crave veggies. None in particular...just want veggies in general with my meals. Never saw that coming either.
Hopefully my next weigh in report is better than this one. I don't like seeing the scale continue to move in this direction!
Monday, September 19, 2011
Update
Tonight's weigh in was 242.0. Not exactly moving in the right direction, huh? I know why this weigh in was up from last week's (241.25). The weekend was spent eating foods that I wouldn't normally be eating. There was a wedding and the rehearsal dinner. Instead of controlling myself, I allowed me to eat some cake. And other junk I shouldn't have. Not only did it show on the scale, but I also felt crappy after eating it. My stomach hurt and I felt like I was going to get sick.
After going through a horrible experience with my doctor this past Tuesday, I think I am finally going to get to see an endrocrinologist about my thyroid. Even though my labs come back in normal ranges, I am still experiencing many symptoms, such as fatigue, inability to lose weight, etc. The fatigue is what is really getting to me more than anything. I really do not have the energy to do anything. All I think about all the time is sleeping. Once I wake up, my first thought is to calculate how much longer until I can lay down again. It is difficult to get through a day without taking a nap of at least 1-2 hours. I don't think that's normal! Hopefully I can get some answers from an endo and life will improve. If not, then I'll know that it's just me and I'll suck it up and deal with it.
In exciting news, today is my 19th wedding anniversary and I set a new PR on my back squat - 155 lbs! Previous personal record was 135 lbs, so that's a 20 lb increase! I think I could have even gone higher, too. I came close to hitting 225 lbs on my deadlift, but my muscles were just too worn out from lifting the weight plates for the classes. I don't mind, that's my job, after all. Maybe next time!
After going through a horrible experience with my doctor this past Tuesday, I think I am finally going to get to see an endrocrinologist about my thyroid. Even though my labs come back in normal ranges, I am still experiencing many symptoms, such as fatigue, inability to lose weight, etc. The fatigue is what is really getting to me more than anything. I really do not have the energy to do anything. All I think about all the time is sleeping. Once I wake up, my first thought is to calculate how much longer until I can lay down again. It is difficult to get through a day without taking a nap of at least 1-2 hours. I don't think that's normal! Hopefully I can get some answers from an endo and life will improve. If not, then I'll know that it's just me and I'll suck it up and deal with it.
In exciting news, today is my 19th wedding anniversary and I set a new PR on my back squat - 155 lbs! Previous personal record was 135 lbs, so that's a 20 lb increase! I think I could have even gone higher, too. I came close to hitting 225 lbs on my deadlift, but my muscles were just too worn out from lifting the weight plates for the classes. I don't mind, that's my job, after all. Maybe next time!
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