Wow the end of March were does the time fly. I have been feeling awesome so far this week. I feel "back to my old boney self again" sorry that is a quote from Nightmare before Christmas and it just seemed to flow. I know I am a total nerd.
Monday Marc and Juliet were both out so I managed to get a full hour in on the elliptical. My mother in law called while I was working out but I didn't stop. Hopefully now she understands if I was sounding a little winded. Yesterday I went to Zumba and taught muscle conditioning and this morning did my lower body strength training. I plan at some point today to get on the elliptical for a minimum of 30 minutes, or maybe just go out for a long walk to some far away park and play, or maybe both.
It was nice this morning Marc told me he is very proud of what I have done. So am I. I can't wait until Friday to see my results and take a new picture.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Monday, March 29, 2010
March 29th
I want to thank everyone who has been offering their support the passed little while as I have been feeling discouraged. I am happy to say I am feeling back on track, very excited and devoted to my workouts and healthier eating with diminished sugar cravings.
I just did an upper body workout, will give Elizabeth a bath and come down to do at least 30 minutes on the ellipitcal. I am looking forward to weighing in and taking an updated picture so you guys can see the results of the passed two months.
I just did an upper body workout, will give Elizabeth a bath and come down to do at least 30 minutes on the ellipitcal. I am looking forward to weighing in and taking an updated picture so you guys can see the results of the passed two months.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
March 25th
I forgot to mention that 2 days ago I reclaimed a pair of jeans. Now these were beyond muffin top, they were almost corset jeans. I ran out of petite jeans and thought bagged rolled at the bottom jeans were inappropriate for an interview. I noticed the jeans at the very bottom of my drawer and thought I would try them. They fit comfortably. Woohoo.
This morning I did my upper body workout. I have decided once Elizabeth gets on the bus I will do 30 minutes on the elliptical before heading out to Aquafit. That way my day is freed up and if I feel I want to do more after class I can but am not tied to it. I like having options. Enjoy your day.
This morning I did my upper body workout. I have decided once Elizabeth gets on the bus I will do 30 minutes on the elliptical before heading out to Aquafit. That way my day is freed up and if I feel I want to do more after class I can but am not tied to it. I like having options. Enjoy your day.
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
March 24th
I feel like I had slipped. I was snacking on junk and felt fine with that. But now am getting back on track. I am sure the endorphins and energy hit will help correct the blahness I have been feeling.
My foot was a bit better yesterday and much better today. My house was absolutely trashed so at 7 am I got up and cleaned rather than worked out. But in the end all was good. I decided to stay at home than go to knitting club and got my lower body strength training plus 30 minutes of elliptical. I was having to remind myself how good I will feel afterwards half way through and by the end I was very pleased I made it. I am now off for a soak in an hot epsom salt bath.
Tomorrow I will get up and do an upper body strength routine, teach Aquafit and come home to hit the elliptical for at least 30 minutes. Then shower and prep to teach prenatal education. Friday I have to leave at 6:45 am to end to an all day seminar in Toronto. Should be home a little after 6 pm if traffic goes well. I think I will pick up some sushi for dinner, yum.
My foot was a bit better yesterday and much better today. My house was absolutely trashed so at 7 am I got up and cleaned rather than worked out. But in the end all was good. I decided to stay at home than go to knitting club and got my lower body strength training plus 30 minutes of elliptical. I was having to remind myself how good I will feel afterwards half way through and by the end I was very pleased I made it. I am now off for a soak in an hot epsom salt bath.
Tomorrow I will get up and do an upper body strength routine, teach Aquafit and come home to hit the elliptical for at least 30 minutes. Then shower and prep to teach prenatal education. Friday I have to leave at 6:45 am to end to an all day seminar in Toronto. Should be home a little after 6 pm if traffic goes well. I think I will pick up some sushi for dinner, yum.
Monday, March 22, 2010
March 22nd
I had an interesting weekend. Got to Zumba but not much else.
Today I really felt I needed to sleep in. Had many vivid disturbing dreams through the night so it wasn't very restful. Today I had to go back to the walk in clinic to treat that plantar wart. This doc was more brutual than mine. I am in extreme agony, using a golf club as a crutch. I am thinking that I will skip my weigh in tomorrow and I may miss out on my workout. Once again, I think I will need to take it easy so I can teach well Tuesday night. I have another performance evaluation, this time on my land class so I will want to be at peak performance. I also have two interviews tomorrow so I won't get much chance to rest. I just hope I am not hobbling for them. I am medicating and so far it is not helping much. Hopefully a few more doses and time will help.
Today I really felt I needed to sleep in. Had many vivid disturbing dreams through the night so it wasn't very restful. Today I had to go back to the walk in clinic to treat that plantar wart. This doc was more brutual than mine. I am in extreme agony, using a golf club as a crutch. I am thinking that I will skip my weigh in tomorrow and I may miss out on my workout. Once again, I think I will need to take it easy so I can teach well Tuesday night. I have another performance evaluation, this time on my land class so I will want to be at peak performance. I also have two interviews tomorrow so I won't get much chance to rest. I just hope I am not hobbling for them. I am medicating and so far it is not helping much. Hopefully a few more doses and time will help.
Friday, March 19, 2010
March 19th
Still feeling a little out of sorts about my journey, not as passionate and excited. I am very proud of what I have accomplished but feeling "whatever" about it. Maybe once the kids are back in school things will pick up. We have been quite out of schedule so that may help.
I am enjoying my new workout. I can feel a difference, noticing muscles again that are being challenged in new exciting ways. My abs never did get achy but I could feel the soreness maybe I solved the problem of DOMS, make it hurt in the workout, drink lots and you are safe.
Just finished a full body workout. My lunges were sad, even with no weights I was quivering and fighting with my knees to hold alignment. My intention is to get Elizabeth out for a bike ride today and do some walking, bikes and me are not friends unless they are stationary and secured in place and to hop on the elliptical for a mellow, jazzy stroll tonight. I feel the need for some slow, steady centering.
I am enjoying my new workout. I can feel a difference, noticing muscles again that are being challenged in new exciting ways. My abs never did get achy but I could feel the soreness maybe I solved the problem of DOMS, make it hurt in the workout, drink lots and you are safe.
Just finished a full body workout. My lunges were sad, even with no weights I was quivering and fighting with my knees to hold alignment. My intention is to get Elizabeth out for a bike ride today and do some walking, bikes and me are not friends unless they are stationary and secured in place and to hop on the elliptical for a mellow, jazzy stroll tonight. I feel the need for some slow, steady centering.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
March 18th
Last night I did not get my second round on the ellipitcal done but I was so exhausted and my legs were pretty sore. I realized that I am so glad we are done having babies. I was at out the park in the morning with some daycare providers and out with a friend in the afternoon who has four kids. Not that I didn't enjoy myself or love kids but by the end of the day I was so glad to have only two and at the stages of life they are now. Now we get to grow up and have fun together and I was very thankful for that.
Today I did Crunch's Cardio Salsa. It sucks, the instructor is so annoying and it is so slow to build combos. I did sweat a little once we finally started putting things together. I found it didn't even flow well transitioning from lead legs. I will be scrapping that DVD.
My foot still hurts but I am motoring through. I am going to teach Aqua this morning, and bringing the kids along because they have a rec swim after my class. I hope my participants warm the pool up a bit for me as Centennial seems to be on the cooler side.
I start a new childbirth ed series tonight so between tidying, prepping, doing laundry and having fun with the kids my day is looking pretty full. Hope you guys have a great one. Happy Thursday.
Today I did Crunch's Cardio Salsa. It sucks, the instructor is so annoying and it is so slow to build combos. I did sweat a little once we finally started putting things together. I found it didn't even flow well transitioning from lead legs. I will be scrapping that DVD.
My foot still hurts but I am motoring through. I am going to teach Aqua this morning, and bringing the kids along because they have a rec swim after my class. I hope my participants warm the pool up a bit for me as Centennial seems to be on the cooler side.
I start a new childbirth ed series tonight so between tidying, prepping, doing laundry and having fun with the kids my day is looking pretty full. Hope you guys have a great one. Happy Thursday.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Happy St. Patty's day
Last night I had an awesome workout at Muscle Conditioning. We focused on legs since I knew this morning I wanted to do my upper body band routine. It was a great workout last night. Leaving I knew I was going to be very sore by tonight and unable to move or laugh by tomorrow.
This morning I got up and did my band workout for upper body. It felt incredible. I could feel my muscles bulking up as I did it. Go lean muscle mass, go. I think I may hop on the elliptical for 30 minutes now before the kids get up, got to love March break. I have have a friend coming over at 1 pm and I am planning to get back on the elliptical around 4:30 for another 30 minutes, give the kids some dinner, have a healthy snack and then Marc and I are going out with his friends tonight.
Thanks for your encouragement during my short lived setback. You guys are great.
This morning I got up and did my band workout for upper body. It felt incredible. I could feel my muscles bulking up as I did it. Go lean muscle mass, go. I think I may hop on the elliptical for 30 minutes now before the kids get up, got to love March break. I have have a friend coming over at 1 pm and I am planning to get back on the elliptical around 4:30 for another 30 minutes, give the kids some dinner, have a healthy snack and then Marc and I are going out with his friends tonight.
Thanks for your encouragement during my short lived setback. You guys are great.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Affirmations
Some of you have asked about my affirmations. So here is what I do.
Every night I write down three things I am proud of, thankful for or happy about. The reason is to send myself to sleep with positive thoughts and reaffirm how fantastic life is.
I then write three affirmations. I have a list and I choose the three that resonate with me the best that day. Then I repeat them a few times before falling asleep. The reason behind the affirmations is law of attraction, what the mind can conceive the body can achieve, wishful thinking.
Also whenever I look in my bathroom mirror I focus on the areas of my body I love, and mental go over why I love those areas. For the areas I am not totally in love with yet I envision they are as I would love, think positive thoughts and give praise for how fabulous they are.
Every night I write down three things I am proud of, thankful for or happy about. The reason is to send myself to sleep with positive thoughts and reaffirm how fantastic life is.
I then write three affirmations. I have a list and I choose the three that resonate with me the best that day. Then I repeat them a few times before falling asleep. The reason behind the affirmations is law of attraction, what the mind can conceive the body can achieve, wishful thinking.
Also whenever I look in my bathroom mirror I focus on the areas of my body I love, and mental go over why I love those areas. For the areas I am not totally in love with yet I envision they are as I would love, think positive thoughts and give praise for how fabulous they are.
Setback
Since Saturday I have had an emotional and now physical setback. On Saturday I did my strength training and wanted to get some cardio in. Marc had to go out Saturday morning so I wasn't able to go to a class. I spent the morning and afternoon out shopping with the girls and Saturday evening I was cleaning the house like a mad woman. I spent 3-4 hours on Juliet's room and later realized I had a ton of prep work to do for my prenatal class the following day. So I never did get my cardio in. I also have a plantar wart that I have been treating on Saturday I wanted to go to the walk in clinic to get treated and that never happened.
Sunday morning was spent binding manuals, setting up, going to pick up Juliet from a sleepover and coming home to vacuum, which is Marc's job but he got called into work and wasn't going to make it home in time.
Monday I was to start my new strength training routine. I really did not want to get out of bed and ended up staying in bed until 8:30 am. I hoped that today I could get the groceries and pop into the walk in clinic to get my wart treated and get my workout in after lunch before heading out to see a client at 3 pm and another at 7 pm. The morning was a very slow start for the girls and I, first day of March break and all. We weren't ready to leave the house until 11:30 ish. Once finished the groceries we stopped off at the clinic to find a full waiting room, so forget that we bundled back into the car. At 2 pm we tried the clinic again but same story. At this point I figured my workout was shot but in the evening I could still get some cardio in. My evening appointment was quite quick and I was home around 7:45 pm so I tried the clinic again. It wasn't so busy this time but my family doc was there and he is a wart nazi. Part of the reason I like to go to the clinic is because my GP is so aggresive with wart treatment that I can barely walk for a day and a half. At the clinic I can still teach/workout that day. So this morning I had intentions of doing some Latin dancing since I will miss Zumba but those went to pot. I went to sleep with an ice pack on my foot, and the pain did not help my sleep. I had a hard time standing in the shower and I know there is no way I will be getting cardio in. I want to pamper and heal as best I can for my muscle conditioning class tonight.
Emotionally I am quite distraught. I baked a cake on Sunday and have since enjoyed three big pieces. No icing just Butter Pecan Duncan Hine, or Betty Crocker, can't remember which. And two glasses of wine last night. I feel i am slipping a bit and moving back into the "I don't give a hit" mode. That really frustrates me because I was feeling so great and positive and doing fabulous. I have also slipped on my probiotics and B complex, maybe I need to get back on the B vitamins as I am sure they contribute to my energy and mood, as well as the exercise. Hopefully once the workouts and vitamins resume I will be back to my positive self again.
Sunday morning was spent binding manuals, setting up, going to pick up Juliet from a sleepover and coming home to vacuum, which is Marc's job but he got called into work and wasn't going to make it home in time.
Monday I was to start my new strength training routine. I really did not want to get out of bed and ended up staying in bed until 8:30 am. I hoped that today I could get the groceries and pop into the walk in clinic to get my wart treated and get my workout in after lunch before heading out to see a client at 3 pm and another at 7 pm. The morning was a very slow start for the girls and I, first day of March break and all. We weren't ready to leave the house until 11:30 ish. Once finished the groceries we stopped off at the clinic to find a full waiting room, so forget that we bundled back into the car. At 2 pm we tried the clinic again but same story. At this point I figured my workout was shot but in the evening I could still get some cardio in. My evening appointment was quite quick and I was home around 7:45 pm so I tried the clinic again. It wasn't so busy this time but my family doc was there and he is a wart nazi. Part of the reason I like to go to the clinic is because my GP is so aggresive with wart treatment that I can barely walk for a day and a half. At the clinic I can still teach/workout that day. So this morning I had intentions of doing some Latin dancing since I will miss Zumba but those went to pot. I went to sleep with an ice pack on my foot, and the pain did not help my sleep. I had a hard time standing in the shower and I know there is no way I will be getting cardio in. I want to pamper and heal as best I can for my muscle conditioning class tonight.
Emotionally I am quite distraught. I baked a cake on Sunday and have since enjoyed three big pieces. No icing just Butter Pecan Duncan Hine, or Betty Crocker, can't remember which. And two glasses of wine last night. I feel i am slipping a bit and moving back into the "I don't give a hit" mode. That really frustrates me because I was feeling so great and positive and doing fabulous. I have also slipped on my probiotics and B complex, maybe I need to get back on the B vitamins as I am sure they contribute to my energy and mood, as well as the exercise. Hopefully once the workouts and vitamins resume I will be back to my positive self again.
Saturday, March 13, 2010
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Today is results day again. First let me tell you the results for this week I am down 1 lbs and up 1/2". I know it is not a lot to be up but I am feeling disappointed and full of questions.
1. Was I so paranoid about losing too much weight that it thwarted my efforts?
2. I didn't eat as well in regards to my blood type, and had a lot of stomachache this week, did that contribute?
I am still really proud of my efforts. I had many people tell me this week they have noticed a big difference. When getting out of the shower today I noticed and praised how great my body is looking. I love touching my stomach and feeling how small it feels. Again I was slacking on my affirmations and thanks this week and have definitely had a more challenging week. I think more consistency with that and a change to my strength routine is in store. I have three programs from Sonny and I think it is time to vary it up. My body may have started to become accustomed to these exercises, it has been almost a month and a half. That will help keep my interest and shock my body.
Today I got up and did my strength training. I was hoping to take a class this morning but Marc had to go out to help his Dad and Grandfather, Juliet is still sleeping and Elizabeth needs a bath. The plan is to get an hour of elliptical in this afternoon or evening.
Hope you all have a great weekend. From the incredibly shrinking Michelle.
1. Was I so paranoid about losing too much weight that it thwarted my efforts?
2. I didn't eat as well in regards to my blood type, and had a lot of stomachache this week, did that contribute?
I am still really proud of my efforts. I had many people tell me this week they have noticed a big difference. When getting out of the shower today I noticed and praised how great my body is looking. I love touching my stomach and feeling how small it feels. Again I was slacking on my affirmations and thanks this week and have definitely had a more challenging week. I think more consistency with that and a change to my strength routine is in store. I have three programs from Sonny and I think it is time to vary it up. My body may have started to become accustomed to these exercises, it has been almost a month and a half. That will help keep my interest and shock my body.
Today I got up and did my strength training. I was hoping to take a class this morning but Marc had to go out to help his Dad and Grandfather, Juliet is still sleeping and Elizabeth needs a bath. The plan is to get an hour of elliptical in this afternoon or evening.
Hope you all have a great weekend. From the incredibly shrinking Michelle.
Friday, March 12, 2010
March 12th
Yesterday was not the greatest day. After Aquafit I was so exhausted all I wanted to do was come home and have a nap. I haven't felt that worn out in a long time. But I knew there was no time. I needed to eat lunch and take my car in for an oil change and maintenance. Once I got there they told me it would be 3 hours and offered a shuttle ride home. I said yet, however the shuttle would be more than 45 minutes so I walked home instead. It was a nice day but a lousy walk. Walking along North Service Road, passed Vortman's, luckily they were not baking cookies, and Appleby was so loaded with cars.
The evening was good with a great Doula meeting yet I had such an upset stomach when i got home, Elizabeth was in our bed and Marc was snoring like crazy. Not the best night sleep.
This morning I chose sleeping in to cardio. Went and taught Aqua and my shirt by the end of class felt like it had just come out of the washer. We have some of Elizabeth's friends over now and my hope is to get some cardio in tonight. Weigh in is tomorrow. I am on the fence, I hope to be down 3 lbs, 5 seems too much again and 2 or less might disappoint me. I guess I am just hard to please. I am sure Marc would agree.
The evening was good with a great Doula meeting yet I had such an upset stomach when i got home, Elizabeth was in our bed and Marc was snoring like crazy. Not the best night sleep.
This morning I chose sleeping in to cardio. Went and taught Aqua and my shirt by the end of class felt like it had just come out of the washer. We have some of Elizabeth's friends over now and my hope is to get some cardio in tonight. Weigh in is tomorrow. I am on the fence, I hope to be down 3 lbs, 5 seems too much again and 2 or less might disappoint me. I guess I am just hard to please. I am sure Marc would agree.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
March 11th
I am furious. I woke up early to get my strength training done and the basement was a total mess. So I had to tidy my workout area and got started close to my normal time. I wasn't even finished my first exercise when Marc came down to collect the garbage, having to squeeze passed me on the stairs making me stop what I was doing twice. During my second exercise Elizabeth woke up and came downstairs to continually interrupt. I defineitely need me time to workout. The exercises were harder and I didn't get the same flow of endorphins. I finished my workout before she should have woken up and checked my e-mail to see what my day had in store to find out one of my regional reps is still struggling to get the resources she needs for a baby expo she is running on Saturday. I have asked for things to be sent to her and resources that I don't have assess to, I have asked for how to get the resources so I can get them out to her with no luck. And in the back ground Elizabeth is nagging me. GRRRR. Not the way I was hoping to start the morning.
Some good news is that I will have to go clothes shopping. The pants I can make do with belts, tops fine but my underwear is falling down. Woohoo.
Yesterday I managed to get 1 hour on the elliptical, today I got my strength training in and am teaching Aqua today. I wasn't feeling totally up to my strength training and Murphy decided to throw on an extra challenge. I am glad I got through it. Now to sit down to a nice cup of tea and some breakfast. That should help my mood.
Some good news is that I will have to go clothes shopping. The pants I can make do with belts, tops fine but my underwear is falling down. Woohoo.
Yesterday I managed to get 1 hour on the elliptical, today I got my strength training in and am teaching Aqua today. I wasn't feeling totally up to my strength training and Murphy decided to throw on an extra challenge. I am glad I got through it. Now to sit down to a nice cup of tea and some breakfast. That should help my mood.
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
March 9th
I am hoping today will go according to plan. I am planning on going to Zumba with my cell attached to my hip as I may have to go laboursit today. This evening I have my muscle conditioning class which i should be able to make but with birth you just never know.
On Saturday I decided to treat myself but instead of clothes I bought heavier weights. My workout on Monday went well with the heavier weights. I had to buy 7 lbs instead of 6 lbs but I was pleased that it felt fine. I guess that means it is time to step it up at my muscle conditioning class as well.
I was getting a little concerned last week whether I am losing weight too fast. I want to make sure my weight loss is safe and permanent. But after talking to several people I think I will wait and see if I continue to lose 5 lbs every week or if it starts to slow. I am feeling fabulous, still eating when hungry and not feeling deprived or low on energy so I think I am good. If that changes I will definitely get things checked out. I guess it is just the Capricorn in me needing to worry about something.
On Saturday I decided to treat myself but instead of clothes I bought heavier weights. My workout on Monday went well with the heavier weights. I had to buy 7 lbs instead of 6 lbs but I was pleased that it felt fine. I guess that means it is time to step it up at my muscle conditioning class as well.
I was getting a little concerned last week whether I am losing weight too fast. I want to make sure my weight loss is safe and permanent. But after talking to several people I think I will wait and see if I continue to lose 5 lbs every week or if it starts to slow. I am feeling fabulous, still eating when hungry and not feeling deprived or low on energy so I think I am good. If that changes I will definitely get things checked out. I guess it is just the Capricorn in me needing to worry about something.
Monday, March 8, 2010
March 8th
Another week has begun. By the end of last week I was getting a little off my game. Particularily yesterday when I got a shocker that my eldest has been wracking up charges of $359 on my credit card at iTunes. I was quite annoyed and felt overwhelmed and wanted to sit down and zone out with some bad indulgent food. Luckily I had a prenatal class to teach so it kept me occupied. Then dinner, which was healthy but the feelings came back. So I focused on a healthier way to address my emotions, with my dear friend the elliptical. I did an hour and felt so mellow when i got off. I put the kids to bed around 9 and popped a movie in for me, I could barely stay awake.
My weigh in is on Satuday so this week I am refocusing myself on my journey to be a healthier, stronger, better me. I have come to relaize this morning that I am working out a fair bit. it just doesn't seem that way because it is broken up through the day. However Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday I am doing between 1.5 - 2 hours of strength and cardio, and Thursday, Saturday 1 hour of something (dance, or Aqua) and Sunday I rest, maybe I will go on the elliptical for 30 hour but only if I feel I want to. People have begun to notice the changes and it feels wonderful.
My weigh in is on Satuday so this week I am refocusing myself on my journey to be a healthier, stronger, better me. I have come to relaize this morning that I am working out a fair bit. it just doesn't seem that way because it is broken up through the day. However Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday I am doing between 1.5 - 2 hours of strength and cardio, and Thursday, Saturday 1 hour of something (dance, or Aqua) and Sunday I rest, maybe I will go on the elliptical for 30 hour but only if I feel I want to. People have begun to notice the changes and it feels wonderful.
Sunday, March 7, 2010
March 7th
Long time no update.
Thursday I did my workout and was planning on going to participate in a deep Aqua class. yet Elizabeth had other plans for me. She had a rip roaring fever which pulled the plug to my plans. So that was all I got in for the day.
Friday I was going to workout in the morning since I was teach a prenatal class all day. While Elizabeth woke up at 6:45 so no workout once again. Excuses, excuse, I know.
Yesterday, Saturday, I got up and went to a Cardio Sculpt class, since I knew I was in need of both cardio and strength. In the evening Marc and I got together with some high school friends of mine. I enjoyed two beers and didn't eat the best I could but it also wasn't terrible.
Today I am teaching prenatal from 1 - 6 pm but will hop on the elliptical tonight.
Thursday I did my workout and was planning on going to participate in a deep Aqua class. yet Elizabeth had other plans for me. She had a rip roaring fever which pulled the plug to my plans. So that was all I got in for the day.
Friday I was going to workout in the morning since I was teach a prenatal class all day. While Elizabeth woke up at 6:45 so no workout once again. Excuses, excuse, I know.
Yesterday, Saturday, I got up and went to a Cardio Sculpt class, since I knew I was in need of both cardio and strength. In the evening Marc and I got together with some high school friends of mine. I enjoyed two beers and didn't eat the best I could but it also wasn't terrible.
Today I am teaching prenatal from 1 - 6 pm but will hop on the elliptical tonight.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
March 4th
Yesterday I was so excited with my results and a little bogged down with an eye infection that I decided not to do my strength training in the morning. I planned to do it in the evening after the kids were in bed and Marc was back at work. I had also hoped to go on the elliptical in the afternoon or early evening.
In the afternoon we had some company so I didn't get on the elliptical however after dinner Elizabeth wasn't feeling so hot, I think she is getting Juliet's cold, so I put on a movie and hopped on the elliptical. however I only managed to get 40 minutes in because it was squeaking pretty bad and leaving some residue behind. So I got off and e-mailed my handman, who fixed it once he got home.
Once the kids were in bed I didn't feel like doing strength training so I just filled up my class of water, tucked into four loads of laundry and caught up on some of my PVR files. I figured even if I do strength just twice this week that will be fine. However this morning i woke up with this intense desire to do my strength training and I now honour my body's need for sleep, exercise and food, so down I came to workout. I will also being going to participate in a deep Aquafit class today. I was planning on getting the elliptical but I think that will be fine, I have a pretty full day anyway. I hope your day is full of life and vigor. Happy Thursday.
In the afternoon we had some company so I didn't get on the elliptical however after dinner Elizabeth wasn't feeling so hot, I think she is getting Juliet's cold, so I put on a movie and hopped on the elliptical. however I only managed to get 40 minutes in because it was squeaking pretty bad and leaving some residue behind. So I got off and e-mailed my handman, who fixed it once he got home.
Once the kids were in bed I didn't feel like doing strength training so I just filled up my class of water, tucked into four loads of laundry and caught up on some of my PVR files. I figured even if I do strength just twice this week that will be fine. However this morning i woke up with this intense desire to do my strength training and I now honour my body's need for sleep, exercise and food, so down I came to workout. I will also being going to participate in a deep Aquafit class today. I was planning on getting the elliptical but I think that will be fine, I have a pretty full day anyway. I hope your day is full of life and vigor. Happy Thursday.
Wednesday, March 3, 2010
Zen corner
So I lied in bed last night pondering my existence while Marc snored like a trucker and by the morning I realized that I am like the snow... melting.
Yes that is right today i weighed in and I am down another 5 lbs and 4 and 3/4". But the best part is where I lost the inches from. Here is the outline.
Neck 13 3/4" down 1/4"
Shoulders 44 3/4" down 3/4"
Biceps 13 1/2" no change though I would love to see more change on my armajello, next time
Chest 41 1/2" woohoo the boobs are being to get smaller at last, it may only be 1/2" but I will take it
Waist 41" that is down 1 1/2" I am so proud
Hips 46 1/2" down 1 1/2" super super proud
Thighs 26" down 1 1/2" way to go Michelle, way to go
Calves 15" down 1/4"
I am so pleased and beaming ear to ear. This morning I put on the jeans I have started wearing a belt with and just to see what would happen beltless I pulled them down and they slid easily off. Can I go buy new clothes now, just one piece?
Yes that is right today i weighed in and I am down another 5 lbs and 4 and 3/4". But the best part is where I lost the inches from. Here is the outline.
Neck 13 3/4" down 1/4"
Shoulders 44 3/4" down 3/4"
Biceps 13 1/2" no change though I would love to see more change on my armajello, next time
Chest 41 1/2" woohoo the boobs are being to get smaller at last, it may only be 1/2" but I will take it
Waist 41" that is down 1 1/2" I am so proud
Hips 46 1/2" down 1 1/2" super super proud
Thighs 26" down 1 1/2" way to go Michelle, way to go
Calves 15" down 1/4"
I am so pleased and beaming ear to ear. This morning I put on the jeans I have started wearing a belt with and just to see what would happen beltless I pulled them down and they slid easily off. Can I go buy new clothes now, just one piece?
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
March 2nd
Yesterday was a good day. I got my strength training done in the morning, my knee is starting to bother me even during stretching so I will need to come up with some interesting solutions. In the afternoon Elizabeth mellowed out to a movie while I enjoyed an hour on the elliptical. The rest of the day I enjoyed, had an interview and watched a movie with Marc.
Today I enjoyed a Zumba class with Super Sonny, and my dear friend Shannon. It was a great workout as usual and I am looking forward to the new cd and routine next week. Shannon came back for lunch and a chat which was good though i didn't get my shower in until 2:30 ish. Oh well.
Tonight I am off to teach Muscle conditioning and will get home and maybe do some knee strengthening while watching another movie. I have coupons from Rogers that expire March 5th. At least I don't feel the need to indulge in treats while I watch.
Tomorrow morning I weigh in and it may be the first day of my cycle or the last so hopefully that won't influence my results too much. Can't weight, I mean wait to see.
Today I enjoyed a Zumba class with Super Sonny, and my dear friend Shannon. It was a great workout as usual and I am looking forward to the new cd and routine next week. Shannon came back for lunch and a chat which was good though i didn't get my shower in until 2:30 ish. Oh well.
Tonight I am off to teach Muscle conditioning and will get home and maybe do some knee strengthening while watching another movie. I have coupons from Rogers that expire March 5th. At least I don't feel the need to indulge in treats while I watch.
Tomorrow morning I weigh in and it may be the first day of my cycle or the last so hopefully that won't influence my results too much. Can't weight, I mean wait to see.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Off topic
Nothing to do with my weigh loss journey but more so on my tech savvy journey. I just figured out how to change the time zone for my posts. It always bothered me that it wasn't showing the right time and I just figured out how to change it without any support from my handsome computer nerd of a husband. I am so proud of myself.
March 1st
I can't believe we are into March already. I am so excited to be one month into my journey. I am really looking forward to my weigh in on Wednesday. I am finding that I am wanting to eat more and drink less. I feel like nibbling most evenings. I hope it has something to do with the fact my cycle restarts around Wednesday. If not I fear I am temporarily losing some momentum and I am hoping my weigh in will recommit me to my long term goal. Again I stopped doing my affirmations for a few days, and almost went to sleep without doing them again last night but got myself up and quickly jotted them down. I do sleep so much better ended the day with the three things I am grateful for or proud of and affirming my goals.
This morning I woke up excited and ready for my workout. I did my "got no time" strength training and either this afternoon or early evening I plan to go on the elliptical for 30 - 60 minutes. I have an interview tonight at 8:15 pm so I doubt I will get on after bed. Maybe if Marc decides to go on the elliptical once the girlsa re in bed and I am home I will do some pilates or yoga, but we will see how the rest of the day goes.
This morning I woke up excited and ready for my workout. I did my "got no time" strength training and either this afternoon or early evening I plan to go on the elliptical for 30 - 60 minutes. I have an interview tonight at 8:15 pm so I doubt I will get on after bed. Maybe if Marc decides to go on the elliptical once the girlsa re in bed and I am home I will do some pilates or yoga, but we will see how the rest of the day goes.
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