Wednesday, January 28, 2009
Injury
So I had silly, but painful, mishap between my knee and the bathroom stall door yesterday at work. Don't ask, I will just have to reveal what an extraordinary klutz I am! All that is important here is that I wasn't able to go to the gym yesterday. BUMMER!!! Luckily I am walking much better today and will still head to Goodyear tonight. I am looking forward to taking group classes that I haven't been able to take at Golds since they cancelled them. This weekend I will also be making my membership at the YMCA official and will consider taking group classes there. I need something to push me in the weight training dept once agian. I am not getting the same results by doing the weights in the tiny women's weight room on my own at Golds. Bring on the squats and lunges!! I want gorgeous legs by spring time!
Tuesday, January 27, 2009
Rest Day
So my training schedule only really allows me one rest day from the gym. But I don't always think that's enough, so I gave myself an additional rest day yesterday. My day off is set for Friday at this time, but I really like working out on Friday, so I am changing to Monday. I may just end up with the one rest day this week after all.I will do my 3miles of cross training over lunch today. And that will keep me on track! Plus I am thinking about making the committment soon and signing up for the State Farm Run (1o mile this year, as opposed to the 5k last year).
Also I am getting together a team for N-Lighten Nebraska. I thought about doing it last year, but it put it off for too long. So far I think I have a couple of takers to join my team. (Two co-workers at this time.) If anyone else would like to join let me know. I would even venture to be the team captain. Sooo any of you out there (Karrie, Jen, Jennifer....anyone!?) Let me know and I'll get us registered soon! I am also going to see about getting a team together from Elijah's cub scout den. Trying to stay motivated in 2009! I will be signing up at the YMCA for Elijah and myself. Gotta say goodbye to Gold's once again. But Goodyear, on Wednesday nights, here I come!!!
Also I am getting together a team for N-Lighten Nebraska. I thought about doing it last year, but it put it off for too long. So far I think I have a couple of takers to join my team. (Two co-workers at this time.) If anyone else would like to join let me know. I would even venture to be the team captain. Sooo any of you out there (Karrie, Jen, Jennifer....anyone!?) Let me know and I'll get us registered soon! I am also going to see about getting a team together from Elijah's cub scout den. Trying to stay motivated in 2009! I will be signing up at the YMCA for Elijah and myself. Gotta say goodbye to Gold's once again. But Goodyear, on Wednesday nights, here I come!!!
Sunday, January 25, 2009
2009 is here and so am I!!
It's 2009 now and I need to get back into this full swing! I am once again training for the half marathon and am actually sticking to a training schedule. Last year I really did myself a disservice by not taking my training more seriously. I want to feel a truer sense of accomplishment this year. I want to set healthy goals for myself!
I have to admit in the latter part of 2008 and the start of 2009, my goals were a little jaded. I was focused too much on food, calorie intake, workout overload, and feeling guilty no matter what. I developed a very destructive relationship with food. I've never really struggled with my weight, so most people might be shocked with the way I beat myself up over my food choices. My relationship with food and self image has been a 10 year struggle! Maybe someday I'll get help...ha!
This year my goal is to focus on healthy food options and not so much on calorie intake. So far I've been eating more fresh produce and actually eating. I am still struggling with limiting my calorie intake far below where it should be. I don't beat myself up quite as much when I take an off day from the gym though. I am taking baby steps and celebrate the small accomplishments. But every time I feel I have this thing beat is usually when I slip again.
I am breaking up my goals in small increments. Right now I am working out regularly with my training schedule and making that commitment to myself. I am also making sure I eat something for breakfast, lunch, 1-2 small snacks, and a healthy well rounded dinner. My biggest struggle will be over coming my calorie intake. I stupidly have the mindset of keeping myself under 900 calories and am a little obsessed with it. My other goal will be not to feel guilty if I go over or if I choose to indulge in something decadent and "evil". When I indulge, I need to chalk it up as it not being the end of the world rather than "punishing" myself and getting rid of the indulgence in an unhealthy fashion. (I won't go into the details.)
In the summer of 2007 I kept my weight between110-113 lbs. Deep down I still want to be there again. There's no reason for it and it's probably not a healthy choice. I need to tell myself how that is a stupid, unhealthy, and dangerous expectation! My focus needs to be on having energy, being a little more toned, and healthy. I need to not make it be about the weight, but about feeling good about myself. So in 2009 I am going to be selfish and put myself first a little more. I get distracted by the stresses of work and parenting and all of that. But I have to keep telling myself if I dont' feel good about myself and don't make good choices, I won't be able to do anything esle effectively.
Here's to a great, healthy 2009! I can't believe I've shared as much as I have here, but I am on the road to recovery. The more I can admit out loud, the more I'll have to address my problems. I am on the road to healing! I want my choices to help me live a long, happy, healthy life. I am not one to ask for help, but I also know I won't be able to do this all on my own. So if you know me, don't be afraid to help me even if I dont' verbalize the request. Ineed a boost sometimes too and I'll be there to do the same for you!
I have to admit in the latter part of 2008 and the start of 2009, my goals were a little jaded. I was focused too much on food, calorie intake, workout overload, and feeling guilty no matter what. I developed a very destructive relationship with food. I've never really struggled with my weight, so most people might be shocked with the way I beat myself up over my food choices. My relationship with food and self image has been a 10 year struggle! Maybe someday I'll get help...ha!
This year my goal is to focus on healthy food options and not so much on calorie intake. So far I've been eating more fresh produce and actually eating. I am still struggling with limiting my calorie intake far below where it should be. I don't beat myself up quite as much when I take an off day from the gym though. I am taking baby steps and celebrate the small accomplishments. But every time I feel I have this thing beat is usually when I slip again.
I am breaking up my goals in small increments. Right now I am working out regularly with my training schedule and making that commitment to myself. I am also making sure I eat something for breakfast, lunch, 1-2 small snacks, and a healthy well rounded dinner. My biggest struggle will be over coming my calorie intake. I stupidly have the mindset of keeping myself under 900 calories and am a little obsessed with it. My other goal will be not to feel guilty if I go over or if I choose to indulge in something decadent and "evil". When I indulge, I need to chalk it up as it not being the end of the world rather than "punishing" myself and getting rid of the indulgence in an unhealthy fashion. (I won't go into the details.)
In the summer of 2007 I kept my weight between110-113 lbs. Deep down I still want to be there again. There's no reason for it and it's probably not a healthy choice. I need to tell myself how that is a stupid, unhealthy, and dangerous expectation! My focus needs to be on having energy, being a little more toned, and healthy. I need to not make it be about the weight, but about feeling good about myself. So in 2009 I am going to be selfish and put myself first a little more. I get distracted by the stresses of work and parenting and all of that. But I have to keep telling myself if I dont' feel good about myself and don't make good choices, I won't be able to do anything esle effectively.
Here's to a great, healthy 2009! I can't believe I've shared as much as I have here, but I am on the road to recovery. The more I can admit out loud, the more I'll have to address my problems. I am on the road to healing! I want my choices to help me live a long, happy, healthy life. I am not one to ask for help, but I also know I won't be able to do this all on my own. So if you know me, don't be afraid to help me even if I dont' verbalize the request. Ineed a boost sometimes too and I'll be there to do the same for you!
Friday, June 13, 2008
Spring Storms
So I had the best of intentions to go to the gym Wed night after the zoo, but then the weather decided to change all that. We had to leave the zoo early and we just made it home before the storm hit. I don't think it would've done me any good to show up to the gym during a Tornado Warning, so there went my best laid plans. Thurs night, Elijah and I had our first appt with Heather and that went really well. It lasted till almost 7pm and was way across the south side of town, so no real time or motivation for the gym after that. Elijah and Wes think they want to go to Mahoney State Park tomorrow to swim and partake in other activities (paddle boating maybe), so now I feel the pressure to be bikini ready...aaahhh!!! At least I made to the gym tonight to tan, hit the weights, and ran for 22 mins straight! (Yeah!!! I was able to run 2.3 mi in that time...I am slowly training for whatever race is next.) Tomorrow I will get up early to jump rope and do some other exercises at home. Then its off to the zoo at 9am, followed by some gym time before it's swim time. One more tanning session wouldn't hurt either :) Both boys love me the way I am , soon I will too!
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Another visit after a brief "vacation"
Ok, so I've taken a slight break from blogging and from any kind of exercise. Don't ask me what that heck was going on because I can't even begin to say. Well, maybe I can at least begin to say why. Work has been kicking my butt and keeping my stress level high. (You'd think that'd be motivation enough to get my butt in gear, but sadly, no.) Then of course E has been having some difficulty adjusting to his summer schedule at daycare and it is a little bit of a struggle. Also he was having t ball practice twice a week and games weekly. They have cut down to one practice a week now, so that means I can get back to Thurs Body Pump if I don't have any dinner dates at work.
Also my BF has been trying his best to be a good guy and he does a good job, I just wish he'd do a great job. We're working on that, although he didn't come through this past Saturday for the Havelock Run and I had to skip it! But I have moved on from that...mostly. ;)
I did manage an hour of gym time Friday, a 45 min bike ride Sat, Body Combat Mon, and an hour gym time last night. Tonight I have plans to take E and my recent high school graduate sis to the zoo. They will supply dinner and a behind the scenes tour! I am hoping my sister will agree to hang out with Elijah after that so I can go to the gym.
My current motivators right now are my Nashville trip with Wes over the 4th and then the big 10yr HS reunion in Aug. So everyday I remind myself of my goals everytime I eat and every time I get myself to the gym.
This week I won't be able to make it to Body Pump because I have commitments the rest of the week. But I will still fit in my gym time and will hit BP next week!
I'll keep you p0sted!
Also my BF has been trying his best to be a good guy and he does a good job, I just wish he'd do a great job. We're working on that, although he didn't come through this past Saturday for the Havelock Run and I had to skip it! But I have moved on from that...mostly. ;)
I did manage an hour of gym time Friday, a 45 min bike ride Sat, Body Combat Mon, and an hour gym time last night. Tonight I have plans to take E and my recent high school graduate sis to the zoo. They will supply dinner and a behind the scenes tour! I am hoping my sister will agree to hang out with Elijah after that so I can go to the gym.
My current motivators right now are my Nashville trip with Wes over the 4th and then the big 10yr HS reunion in Aug. So everyday I remind myself of my goals everytime I eat and every time I get myself to the gym.
This week I won't be able to make it to Body Pump because I have commitments the rest of the week. But I will still fit in my gym time and will hit BP next week!
I'll keep you p0sted!
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Where to Begin?
I don't everyone to think I've been slacking on doing anything active. We've a had a busy week and I am doing my best to fit in true workouts. I know it only benefits me overall. I wish life didn't get in the way of everything. Time to get some priorities straight I guess. But here's where my times been going lately.
Thursday of last week I made it skating with E and Wes. Although E still has a LONG way to go, I could tell he was having fun just being there with his friends. It was a lot of fun being brought back to that old school kind of fun again. I only fell once after Elijah pulled me down from behind. I am proud to say that I avoided landing on him, although causing more pain to myself. Ahh, the mother's way of living.
After soccer practice Friday we went to church for game night. Elijah had a blast! I think he played maybe 2 games total, before all the kids were involved in a game of tag. It wore him out, so I'll go with it!
Saturday morning Elijah and I ran his first mile together. We participated for the 2nd year in a row at the Zoo's Fun Run/Walk. Last year we walked it, much to Elijah's dismay who did not want to be there at all. This year he wanted to be the fastest! That did not happen, but he did run the whole time with much coaxing from his mama. Then after that brief but good run, I was up for more punishment and went to the gym for another 3 mile run. My goal is to steadily run 5miles with an occasional 7mile run thrown in there. My brother claims he would like a running partner, so we may have to work something out. I am not sure how that will work, because half the time he is my sitter so I can run. Hmmmm?....
Then Sunday I probably had the best Mother's Day I've had in a long time. Jake went to church with the family early so we could head out for breakfast. (Where I ate too much and entirely bad for me.) But it was my day, so who cares right? Then Elijah took my mom to the zoo, while Wes took me to Husker baseball where I even got a bit of sun. Then we picked up E and went to Pioneers Park. We played baseball and soccer before heading over to the playground. Then we went for a nice walk and did the whole "family" thing. Then after playing hard we went to Applebee's where I was able to make good food chocies. Although I did wash my good food choice down with a Sangria. (Again, a much deserved Sangria!)
Monday I had every intention of going to Body Combat, but Elijah's soccer practice had been rescheduled to that night and tonight I have a meeting at church. (I hope to hit the gym for some cardio after that. I am hoping Jake will stick around long enough for that.) I guess that leaves Wednesday morning Body Pump on my calendar. YIKES!!! I know I can do it, I know I can do it!
So I know I took a break after the half marathon, but I am back. It's just a little slower going than I originally planned. Plus work has really been draining any extra energy out of me. Being outdoors Sunday felt so good! I can't wait for more days like that!!!!
Thursday of last week I made it skating with E and Wes. Although E still has a LONG way to go, I could tell he was having fun just being there with his friends. It was a lot of fun being brought back to that old school kind of fun again. I only fell once after Elijah pulled me down from behind. I am proud to say that I avoided landing on him, although causing more pain to myself. Ahh, the mother's way of living.
After soccer practice Friday we went to church for game night. Elijah had a blast! I think he played maybe 2 games total, before all the kids were involved in a game of tag. It wore him out, so I'll go with it!
Saturday morning Elijah and I ran his first mile together. We participated for the 2nd year in a row at the Zoo's Fun Run/Walk. Last year we walked it, much to Elijah's dismay who did not want to be there at all. This year he wanted to be the fastest! That did not happen, but he did run the whole time with much coaxing from his mama. Then after that brief but good run, I was up for more punishment and went to the gym for another 3 mile run. My goal is to steadily run 5miles with an occasional 7mile run thrown in there. My brother claims he would like a running partner, so we may have to work something out. I am not sure how that will work, because half the time he is my sitter so I can run. Hmmmm?....
Then Sunday I probably had the best Mother's Day I've had in a long time. Jake went to church with the family early so we could head out for breakfast. (Where I ate too much and entirely bad for me.) But it was my day, so who cares right? Then Elijah took my mom to the zoo, while Wes took me to Husker baseball where I even got a bit of sun. Then we picked up E and went to Pioneers Park. We played baseball and soccer before heading over to the playground. Then we went for a nice walk and did the whole "family" thing. Then after playing hard we went to Applebee's where I was able to make good food chocies. Although I did wash my good food choice down with a Sangria. (Again, a much deserved Sangria!)
Monday I had every intention of going to Body Combat, but Elijah's soccer practice had been rescheduled to that night and tonight I have a meeting at church. (I hope to hit the gym for some cardio after that. I am hoping Jake will stick around long enough for that.) I guess that leaves Wednesday morning Body Pump on my calendar. YIKES!!! I know I can do it, I know I can do it!
So I know I took a break after the half marathon, but I am back. It's just a little slower going than I originally planned. Plus work has really been draining any extra energy out of me. Being outdoors Sunday felt so good! I can't wait for more days like that!!!!
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Good Intentions
I had every good intention geared towards goping to BP tonight. I arranged for my bro to watch E so I could go in peace. Plus my son is grounded from the TV and won't be watching it the gym either! Well, my brosef sttod me up for dinner with some girl. I haven't met her yet, but he talks an awful lot about her. I guess I'll let it slide. That just means he owes me tomorrow! Hopefully soon E will earn back his TV priveledges and then I can drag him along to the gym with me. If it isn't down pouring tomorrow, I'll go for a walk over my lunch break. I always find that refreshing and rejuvenating. Spring is here and I need to kick it in gear! Thursday night E's school is having a skate party and that's how I plan to get my work out done! (Now as long as I don't break my butt doing it, we're all good!)
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