Today was a long day. I think maybe I didn't eat enough calories earlier so by the time I got to the gym, I was feeling EVERYTHING!
Let's see, random updates:
1) C25K: I did w7d3 last nite. I was determined that no matter what I would do 2miles. (Technically, they say you should be able to do 2.5 miles in the 25 min jog, hahaha, not me!!!) I didn't finish the 2 miles in 25 min, but I did do it in 27, so that's a 13:30 mile. I know that sounds slow? (And it is!) But last Sunday I ran a 14:18 mile, so that's a good improvement, I think! So, yeah, week 7 bites the dust! Onward to week 8. But, I'm so sad, there's only 9 weeks! Ack, then what!? (Then I work on my time and endurance and eventually work up to 5 miles!!)
2) Weigh In: I weighed in at the gym today, was down 1.8 lbs. I was hoping for more, as I felt like I'd been hardcore this week, but, I'll take it!
3) Monday Work Out: Went to the gym, did a 5 min warm up on the bike (level 9 random), then did 50 min of weights. I was feeling it, let me tell you.
4) Fitness Goals for the week: I want to do all 3 of my c25k work outs. I want to strength train at the gym 1x. I want to do my turbo sculpt dvd 1x, maybe 2x. I want to take a walk on Tuesday even though it's a day off. I will add in 1 extra workout, either in the form of a two-a-day (love those) or on Thursday instead of taking that as a rest day.
5) Food Goals for the week: I want my eating to resemble last weeks, give or take. Less sugar, a bit less carbs, lots of fruit/veggies. Dessert is allowed 1x. Drink my regular 74oz of water, plus 2 extra bottles (yah Kristy!!)...
I think that's all. I'm pretty pooped, so I'm going to head to bed. G'nite all!
I would be able to come up with a crafty headline right now, but... I'm not at the moment.
Quick update- not a whole lot to report. Eating has been good this week. I've had dessert 1x, and aside from that, avoided it. I've consumed more veggies and a bit less by way of carbs (compared to last week). I'm drinking at least 74oz (2.2 L) a day. I feel great about that!
Last nite I did w7 d2 of c25k- another 25 min jog. I didn't want to run, my house was hot and I wasn't feeling well. But I did anyway, at like, 11pm no less, after waiting out the thunderstorm! I decided to multitask and return a dvd to blockbuster on my run (note: it was threatening rain again, and I didn't want to carry the dvd, so my awesome self saran wrapped it, and stuffed it under my sports bra in the back, lol!!). Not only did I run farther this time, 1.9 miles, but, it was UP one hill and DOWN one hill. I was tired by the end, but I really feel like this is doing me a world of good. I want to run, even though it leaves me a bit sore afterward. I want it to continue to change my body, because after 7 weeks, I'm starting to see some differences. I want to be able to call myself a runner- and someday, I think I will.
I had brunch at an organic, eco-friendly vegetarian/vegan restaurant- it was sooo good. (If you're ever in dc- www.javagreen.net.) I had the very berry salad (ate 1/2, though all the cheese), which was a bed of greens, strawberries, grapes, tomatoes, fresh mozzerella cheese, dried cranberries and almond slices, in a berry vinagrette. YUM!
I just finished 30 min of cardio. 10 being a laughable dance thing on demand (hahaha, that's all I can do is laugh) and then the 20 min Turbo Jam dvd. My personal favorite dvd of theirs. I'm sweaty and going to shower, but I wanted to post/cool down first.
Tonight I'm off to a friend's house for dinner and hanging out/watching hockey or a movie.
When I was younger, I was obsessed w/the singer Tiffany- late 80s, early 90s maybe... I was young, but she was my favorite. Last night on my run, I had the lyrics stuck in my head of "running just as fast as we can.. can.. can... can..." I can't be held accountable for such things. :)
The run last night though was fantastic! It was my best yet. When Robert (podcast) told me I had 1 min left, I was actually able to push it and run faster than I had... this is new. Previously, I'd try, take about 4 steps and be like, "okay, let's focus on finishing" lol. The track was occupied, so I did something new- I took it to the streets, girls! I'm embarrassed usually about anything that could jiggle, haha, but I put it out of my mind and actually jogged on public, BUSY streets. Holla! :) I was proud. I even passed some real runners, and they smiled at me! I smiled back! I think I like it.
Today is gorgeous out, and I'm stuck in my shanty of a trailer. With the warm weather comes bee season- so sad. I'm allergic to them, so I kinda spazz out a bit. Then my kids spazz out. So we all just kinda flail. Well, I might be exaggerating slightly, but, I'm not too proud to admit that I usually run away from them. (The bees, not my kids. At least on most days, lol!)
Tonight I'm going to go to the gym and then go for a walk, too. I'm looking forward to it.
Oh, and I'm wearing a pair of jeans I haven't worn in months today!!! They might not be dead sexxxy yet, but I'm comfortable in them.
Okay, so bear with me here... I'm quite entertained and easily amused tonight.
I went to the gym this evening and did 20 min of cardio on the arc trainer as a warm up, and then lifted for 45 min. I was happy w/that. Strength training is good, why do I forget this?? I want to lift again on Thursday, too, I think.
So while I was there, I get the feeling I'm being watched while I'm doing my leg curls. I think I've commented in previous posts about my lack of observance; I am SO oblivious! One day a long while ago, I was in Walmart picking up some soap and nail polish. This guy comes up to me, and is all chatty. I recognize him, but I don't "know" him, ya know? Well, he was SO offended that I didn't know his name! I eventually came up w/his last name, but he was miffed, and left without telling me his first name (was v. weird). He's the son of one of the PE teachers at work. I've seen him a handful of times. Anyway, you're probably wondering where that came from... so as I look up from my leg curls (looking hella sexy mind you- long shorts, black t-shirt, sweaty, and a messy pony-tail [I know you're jealous]) who do I see but that guy! He's talking with someone else but staring right at me! So he comes over to me and gives me this big hug (sweaty, ew!) and is like, "what's up doll?"... He goes on to tell me that he just had to get a workout in before going to work, cuz that's how he do. He gave me another hug and was like, aiight, I'll see you around! He winked, and did the little click noise, and left. SO STRANGE! (And yet, totally amusing.)
Tonight, I thought there was something crawling on me, so when I looked in the mirror, much to my surprise, there was nothing crawling on me.. however, I saw a line! A line of definition! I thought it was imaginary, so I took a pic and called my best friend to tell me if I was crazy. It's a crappy, fuzzy pic, but you'll get the idea. I'm sure it'll be gone tomorrow, but... I'll post it here, for all to behold:
Hahaha.. that looks even worse smallified!
Anyway, I lost 2.0 lbs this week, basically the weight I had gained from my period. I was hoping to see a number in the 213s, but, that'll have to wait til next week I suppose.
As does my not having much to type- I've become so dull lately!
I did my c25k jog tonight, all 25min of it. I completed 7 full laps at the track and a bit more, in those 25 min, not including my warm up/cool down time. I think that's about 1.75 miles in 25 min. Slow, but steady. It's my longest jog so far, so I'll take it! Next week (week 7) you're supposed to jog 25 min all three days. Techincally, they said I should have been able to complete 2.25 miles on today's jog (not so much) and that during the 25 min all next week, I should be able to complete 2.5miles. My personal goal (I think) will be to make it to 2.0miles in 25 min next week. That'd be awesome. :)
So tomorrow's wi- I'm not sure what I'll see. When I weighed in one other time this week, I was only down .2 (and that was coming off a TOM week).. So I hope that I'll at least see a bit more off than that. Again, working on getting fit... the number will move, eventually.
My goals for the upcoming week are somewhat similar to last weeks:
1) Drink my 2.2 liters of water daily.
2) Drink 1 glass of blueberry green tea daily.
3) Work out 5/6 days this week, 3 c25k, at least 1 strength, try 1 new workout (maybe one of the on demand dance ones, cuz I got no rhythm).
4) Sleep more!
5) Eat less at night.. that's when I consume most of my calories.
I don't know what my issue was today, but it was a struggle to get my ass to do anything! Did I do my report cards? Nope. Did I do laundry? Nada. Did I vacuum? You guessed it- no!
I can't believe how long it's been since I posted- not for lack of being here! I've checked in w/EP, with FIT and w/the members... I've just not had much to say.
I went to target today and to the gym for 40min. That's about it. I got some cute workout shorts and a bright pink top. A friend of mine wants to go out tonight, or, rather, he just wants me to come over, but I'm not sure I even have the motivation to leave the house. Awesome! So instead I sit here in need of a shower, watching the caps game (go caps go!)...
This week, I met some of my goals, but not all. Food and I were frenemies this week. Some days, we were pretty tight, haha, but other days, omg, I just wanted to eat everything in sight. I dunno. I worked out 4 days so far, tomorrow will be #5, but my goal had been 6. I did however drink at least 74oz of water each day, which is an accomplishment. We'll see if it pays off! I know all of you swear by it! I'm trying, I promise!! :)
Tomorrow is day 3 of week 6 for c25k- a 25min jog! Scared! But excited. I earned some extra money this month and am using part of it to buy myself some new shoes that are exclusively for running (I usually wear Xtrainers). I'm excited- here they are:
Regarding the comment from my last post about having big feet.. I do too! These are men's running shoes, as I feel your pain completely. They should be here soon, yay! :)
That's about it! I'll try and post tomorrow after my run.
I went to 7-eleven the other day to pick up some water before I went for my jog. I was a vision, let me tell you. Spandexy yoga pants that are a wee bit too short for my long assed legs, black tank top, black hoodie, and pony tail. I pay for my water, turn to head out the door when I hear, "Damn!! What a beautiful woman!!" only to be immediately followed by, "But g'damn you're way too tall!"
I stopped for a 1/2 second, only because if you knew me in real life, you'd understand JUST how oblivious I am, hahaha, and I glanced at the guy who was talking. Seeing as how he was staring at me and making hand motions meant to represent something tall... I'm pretty convinced he was talking about me.
I'm glad to know I can still attract the best of them.
I guess at least he wasn't making "wide" hand motions??? Hahahaha...
Otherwise, this is just a quick check in. I did week 6 day 1 today of c25k, and I found the music to be really uninspiring! Week 5 was super! This just made me want to stop. :( So sad. I won't stop though- I'm going to do this shizz! :) I struggled a bit, but again, no stopping now!
I've actually consumed my giant 2.2 liter water bottle 3 days in a row. That may not sound impressive, but considering that I used to drink like, 1-2 glasses of water a day, I say that's a marked improvement! And yes, the bigger the bottle, the more I consume!
Step count, well, yesterday wasn't a very motivated day- only around 8k. Today was much better w/12,842. I'll take that!
This week is both flying and crawling at the same time. I'm glad tomorrow's Thursday though. Tues/Weds are rough days at work for me.
Hope everyone is doing well! I'll try and catch up w/everyone tomorrow!
...but ideally not for long. :( I'm really going to say that I'm up 2lbs because of my period, and possibly leftover water retention from my Mexican dinner Saturday night.
It's so frustrating, isn't it? I never know what my body will do. I weighed in this afternoon, up 2.8lbs, thought, omg, awful! And went and jumped on the arc trainer for 60 min, hill interval, level 5- kicked my ass! I was ready to stop at 35min!! I'm glad I didn't, I burned 865 cals! So before I left I jumped back on the scale (even though I was all sorts of sweaty/wet) and it said I was only up 2.0. I'll take that, I guess. I recorded it though, for accountability! (Even though I plan to see those 2lbs plus another off next wi!)
I'm not going to stress though. Ya know why? I saw some new definition in my legs today. Yah! New! That's exciting. And I think inches wise I've lost a bit too. I'm going to just stay positive and not get discouraged, because I'm not doing this for the #, I'm doing it to be fit. I may need a reminder here or there, but, I'm trying.
This week, I have a few goals:
1) Use my new 2.2 liter water bottle daily. **I used it today, and so far consumed over 80oz of water, plus some green tea, that's amazing for me!!**
2) Work out 6 days this week, 2 of which being strength training.
3) No dessert for the rest of this week. **I had a sliver of cake today because my school won an award and cake was forced upon us! Ha! I suck!**
4) Continue to aim for 10k steps a day, by way of my pedometer. **Today's total- 14,454 right now.**
5) Try and get a bit more sleep.
Alright, with all this being said, I'm going to get ready for bed/relax. I think I'll be able to post some pics tomorrow or Wednesday! Yay!
Way to go fit girlies who had an awesome week! (Jealous, but proud of you!)
So today I did get my ring, yay! It's super cute. It's tiger eye and sterling silver... I'll try and take a picture of it. I need to see if my tech guy at work has an extra usb cable thing that'll work with my digital camera as mine is somehow missing. :( I love the ring though!
I went to Roosevelt Island- I love it there, I think it's one of DC's best kept secrets. While I was there I saw a group of 9 deer- very cute! I walked about 2 miles around the island, it was just a nice stroll!
This evening I went to the track (oh how I've missed it after running on burnt lax fields and chunky soccer fields), and did my c25k week 5 day 3 workout. I have to say, I'm really proud of myself for sticking with this... It's totally out of my comfort zone, but I'm really enjoying it. I was able to jog (SLOWLY) for 20 straight minutes, though at minute 18 or so, I was like, okay, I can stop now!! But I didn't. I only went about 1.5 miles, but I tell you, I've never done that before, so I'm going to focus on the good, and not the slow!!! :)
I'm a bit sore after all my excursions today. Step count: 12,029. I'll take that for a Sunday!
Have a good weigh in tomorrow FIT chicas! I'm not sure what to expect from mine (TOM et al)...
I just wanted to say thanks for all the positive thoughts and comments. They helped. I'm feeling much better. It was good to take a few days and just kinda do some thinking. The long and short is that I can only control the things that I can actually control- and other people is not on that list!
This week in terms of eating had highs and lows. Some days were better than others, but none were terrible. I did finally cave in to my craving for bad-for-you mexican food last night, but I only had a couple of chips/salsa, skipped the queso dip and didn't clean my plate. So, woot.
The rest of today I'm going to be semi-productive. I'm gonna head into DC and get some fresh produce from the outdoor market, and possibly that ring that I've lusted after for a while (I teach a remediation class for extra $, I should be allowed to spend 30 on myself, right??). I have to run to target & bed bath and beyond. I also want to go to Roosevelt Island for a walk (about 2.2 miles around). Then tonight, I'm going to do my c25k week5 day3 run, or try to- it's 20min!!
My knee has been pretty sore still. When I did my run the other day, I was painfully slow. I did 2.1 miles in 31 min (including 16min jogging, 15 of walking). I wasn't on the track though, I was on a torn up soccer field (long story, lol) plus my knee... Eh, hopefully tonight I can do a bit better.
I'll be back to update later this evening, but I think I finally caught up with all the FIT people.
