Wahoo! I am happy with today's scale reading at 227.2. That's 1.2 down or .53%. Running total from this challenge down 8.2 pounds :))) I didn't expect a big loss or even one at all since it was the lovely extra-water-retention-time. Here's how I have been doing for the summer!
I had a really busy weekend, shocking, I know! LOL But, I have really simplified things in my life, and it makes me feel so much more lighter!
So, updates on all the challenges:
1) I ate fast food?!?! I ate Friday night at Dairy Queen. I had a hamburger and french fries and water, and I felt totally GROSS! :( PROCESSED and ICKY
2) I had a fabulously yummy steak salad at Corner Bistro for dinner on Saturday night.
3) I did not run or intentionally exercise all weekend, though I know all the work I did for the yard sale (going through all of storage, and then moving storage from one unit to another, loading and hauling four pick-up truck loads of stuff, you get the drift).
4) I was good for water over the weekend!
5) Did I eat fruit this weekend? I did have veggies. Oh, and does an Orange Julius count for fruit? Yeah, I had one of those yesterday. (only 330 calories, said with sarcastic tone of voice).
In the end, I didn't overeat, and if my calories were all counted, I was still down. BUT, what I did put in my body wasn't necessarily what it needed and truly wanted. It is still somewhat surprising to me that I lost weight considering. But, I wasn't out of control.
Last week was a weird one all around. I am curious to see if it is like this each month (if that is even regular for me)...at least now I am aware of the changes in my mood and motivation based on what's happening hormonally.
I feel all focused and ready to go this week! We are headed down to the store to stock up. I have my meals and exercise planned for the week. I hope this next week is a BIG loss! I am hoping for two pounds, that's the goal!! I will have to weigh-in on Sunday morning (short a day) because we are headed off on vacation on Sunday. That could be a challenge...though I am working on the plan for that right now!!
The other big challenge I am feeling is when I get back to work. I am not so worried about eating, but I am concerned with the time for exercising, though I am working on a plan for that, too.
Monday, August 8, 2011
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Sweaty and good!!
--Trisha
It was a sweaty day, and a day that I am working on making my life as simple as I can! I feel tired, but a really good accomplished tired!
It was a sweaty day, and a day that I am working on making my life as simple as I can! I feel tired, but a really good accomplished tired!
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Sharing
--Trisha
For me today: ZUMBA!!! I had so much fun!!! I survived the challenge this past week, and what I realized more than anything is that it's not really hard to take care of myself and I am able to do good things me, and not feel guilty :)
OK, so lately I have been interested in two topics related to health. One is about rest and recovery, and the risk of over training. And, interestingly enough, today after Zumba, Lydia (the instructor) talked to me about my current program and how ABSOLUTELY important it is to have rest and recovery time, especially with my running program. I have read a TON about rest and recovery in an exercise program, be it running, weightlifting, or whatever. So, here is an article I particularly liked.
I also found this article timely given the fact that both Stephanie and I recently blogged about feeling ZAPPED of energy!
You can read about what else I am learning about regarding heart rate monitoring and exercising on my other blog!
For me today: ZUMBA!!! I had so much fun!!! I survived the challenge this past week, and what I realized more than anything is that it's not really hard to take care of myself and I am able to do good things me, and not feel guilty :)
OK, so lately I have been interested in two topics related to health. One is about rest and recovery, and the risk of over training. And, interestingly enough, today after Zumba, Lydia (the instructor) talked to me about my current program and how ABSOLUTELY important it is to have rest and recovery time, especially with my running program. I have read a TON about rest and recovery in an exercise program, be it running, weightlifting, or whatever. So, here is an article I particularly liked.
I also found this article timely given the fact that both Stephanie and I recently blogged about feeling ZAPPED of energy!
You can read about what else I am learning about regarding heart rate monitoring and exercising on my other blog!
Oh what can the matter be...
I have a summer cold.
I totally understand your motivation post Trisha, I am having a hard time too. Maybe we need to switch it up a little?? Or maybe we need to keep it to the basics for a week until we regroup? Keep it to chuggin water and 30 minutes of exercise?
I do want to say, cause for some reason I can't leave a comment on your post, your doing a fantastic job! You are looking so good!! All of your hard work is paying off!!! THANKS!!!! And, yeah for fitting into those pre-pregnancy pants!!!!! GOOD JOB :)))
I have an idea...what about if we spend the next couple days looking for a good article, either be Internet or magazine, to share with each other regarding diet, exercise, and/or healthy living? Something that we might not know, or just something that means a lot to us that we want to share. I know that I find motivation in others with their stories of accomplishments and with articles that relate to my struggles. I need to remember to learn as I go cause there is always something new out there!!!
So, this is not in response to your idea there, as I will definitely share a different and new article (want to find something new for me, too!), but I am wondering about your cold...I know that last year when I cut out processed foods and sugar, I got REALLY sick and my doctor told me that it was sugar withdrawal which can act like a cold or the flu and start or last anywhere from 1 week to 3 weeks! So, this time around, I made sure to eat LOTS of fruit for the natural sugar, so no withdrawal! Here's an article I found that does talk a little about SUGAR WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS. I don't know how you are doing on the fruits, as I do know you mentioned strawberries, but if your body thinks it's not getting enough sugar it can act cranky! Just a thought...or, it could just be a stinky summer cold :(
Hey, that is interesting! I would have never thought about that! I do a lot of fruit but maybe I need more??? I think this is an actual cold tho...baby boy has it too. :(
I totally understand your motivation post Trisha, I am having a hard time too. Maybe we need to switch it up a little?? Or maybe we need to keep it to the basics for a week until we regroup? Keep it to chuggin water and 30 minutes of exercise?
I do want to say, cause for some reason I can't leave a comment on your post, your doing a fantastic job! You are looking so good!! All of your hard work is paying off!!! THANKS!!!! And, yeah for fitting into those pre-pregnancy pants!!!!! GOOD JOB :)))
I have an idea...what about if we spend the next couple days looking for a good article, either be Internet or magazine, to share with each other regarding diet, exercise, and/or healthy living? Something that we might not know, or just something that means a lot to us that we want to share. I know that I find motivation in others with their stories of accomplishments and with articles that relate to my struggles. I need to remember to learn as I go cause there is always something new out there!!!
So, this is not in response to your idea there, as I will definitely share a different and new article (want to find something new for me, too!), but I am wondering about your cold...I know that last year when I cut out processed foods and sugar, I got REALLY sick and my doctor told me that it was sugar withdrawal which can act like a cold or the flu and start or last anywhere from 1 week to 3 weeks! So, this time around, I made sure to eat LOTS of fruit for the natural sugar, so no withdrawal! Here's an article I found that does talk a little about SUGAR WITHDRAWAL SYMPTOMS. I don't know how you are doing on the fruits, as I do know you mentioned strawberries, but if your body thinks it's not getting enough sugar it can act cranky! Just a thought...or, it could just be a stinky summer cold :(
Hey, that is interesting! I would have never thought about that! I do a lot of fruit but maybe I need more??? I think this is an actual cold tho...baby boy has it too. :(
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Trisha's 'TUDE
This week--all of two days,I know, but feels like a week already--I have been doing everything I am supposed to do (eating clean, water,exercise), but I definitely don't feel as motivated...kinda have the blahs, not the blues, just the I-don't-want-to-do-much-of-anything-and-just-want-to-be-a-bum attitude. My best friend said that it's because I have been so busy and so on the go for the entire summer that I need a mellow slow down time.
Exercise has been fun this week, but I have not, for the first time this summer, been exercising super early in the morning, like I normally do...maybe that's it?!
OK, for the challenge:
Yesterday = Massage (ahhhhhh) and Zumba class, which was a blast, even though I felt completely uncoordinated!
Today = Slept in :) And,finished reading another book because I carved out time today to read!
Hopefully tomorrow brings a reset to my get-up-and-go!
Exercise has been fun this week, but I have not, for the first time this summer, been exercising super early in the morning, like I normally do...maybe that's it?!
OK, for the challenge:
Yesterday = Massage (ahhhhhh) and Zumba class, which was a blast, even though I felt completely uncoordinated!
Today = Slept in :) And,finished reading another book because I carved out time today to read!
Hopefully tomorrow brings a reset to my get-up-and-go!
Monday, August 1, 2011
Weigh-In!!
--Trisha
Last week, 230.4, this week 228.4 down 2 = .86% SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOo long 230s!
Running total down 7 pounds!! Yahoo :)
Let me tell you...considering the last four days...I CAN'T BELIEVE I HAVE LOST A SINGLE POUND. I did have healthy eating and exercising, but my goodness, this could have easily been a few days to derail me!
The bottom line is that by conquering these days and not feeling like I was missing anything, I KNOW I can do anything!! And, that more importantly I deserve and want this :)
OK, so now for some confessions:
1) I did not intentionally exercise on Saturday. I did miss it :( I drove my motorcycle up to Winthrop and back, and the calorie calculator says that a person who weighs as much as me burns 274 calories an hour. But, seriously that doesn't count as the same to me as my walking/jogging.
2) I did not intentionally exercise on Sunday. We did lots of walking from the parking lot to the stadium and up and down stairs, but... as well, the same calorie calculator says that you burn calories if you are driving (not riding) in a car. I drove most of the way over, and all of the way back. BUT, again...
3) I am going to double dose exercise today and Wednesday at least, since I am going to ZUMBA!!
4) I did eat some processed foods this weekend. Though, I chose SMALL portions and healthier options. The processed foods were very limited.
Things for me...our challenge. Saturday, this seems silly but if you read my other blog, you will understand...but a frozen banana. I felt like that was such a HUGE treat. Tee hee. Also, I had the choice of riding my motorcycle and going with my family to Winthrop or staying home and exercising...so, I feel like I made the choice I wanted, which was hard, because I felt guilty for not going for my walk/jog. Sunday, I bought some new running shoes!! They are Saucony brand, my favorite. I did buy them out of town, sorry Rawsons, but Rawsons doesn't carry that brand, which is perfect for how my feet are!! And, they were $80 cheaper than what I was going to buy at Rawsons.
My treats today: a MUCH needed massage, and ZUMBA class :) Can't wait!!
Last week, 230.4, this week 228.4 down 2 = .86% SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOo long 230s!
Running total down 7 pounds!! Yahoo :)
Let me tell you...considering the last four days...I CAN'T BELIEVE I HAVE LOST A SINGLE POUND. I did have healthy eating and exercising, but my goodness, this could have easily been a few days to derail me!
The bottom line is that by conquering these days and not feeling like I was missing anything, I KNOW I can do anything!! And, that more importantly I deserve and want this :)
OK, so now for some confessions:
1) I did not intentionally exercise on Saturday. I did miss it :( I drove my motorcycle up to Winthrop and back, and the calorie calculator says that a person who weighs as much as me burns 274 calories an hour. But, seriously that doesn't count as the same to me as my walking/jogging.
2) I did not intentionally exercise on Sunday. We did lots of walking from the parking lot to the stadium and up and down stairs, but... as well, the same calorie calculator says that you burn calories if you are driving (not riding) in a car. I drove most of the way over, and all of the way back. BUT, again...
3) I am going to double dose exercise today and Wednesday at least, since I am going to ZUMBA!!
4) I did eat some processed foods this weekend. Though, I chose SMALL portions and healthier options. The processed foods were very limited.
Things for me...our challenge. Saturday, this seems silly but if you read my other blog, you will understand...but a frozen banana. I felt like that was such a HUGE treat. Tee hee. Also, I had the choice of riding my motorcycle and going with my family to Winthrop or staying home and exercising...so, I feel like I made the choice I wanted, which was hard, because I felt guilty for not going for my walk/jog. Sunday, I bought some new running shoes!! They are Saucony brand, my favorite. I did buy them out of town, sorry Rawsons, but Rawsons doesn't carry that brand, which is perfect for how my feet are!! And, they were $80 cheaper than what I was going to buy at Rawsons.
My treats today: a MUCH needed massage, and ZUMBA class :) Can't wait!!
Stephanie's Monday Weigh In...
This morning as I rolled out of bed and headed to the scale...stepped on and it read...188.8 (.63%) that is a 1.2 loss from last Monday!
I was shocked! It is TOM for me and I expected a gain cause I feel so bloated!!! But I was happyfreaking jumping up and down with my small loss!! I am steadily climbing down the ladder!!! So since the challenge has started that is a total of 5.2 pounds! Not too shabby! :)
This weekend the small things I did for myself was take a nap when my baby boy (who is 5 months today!) napped. He was up most of the night Saturday night so I was extrememly tired Sunday. I so badly wanted to snack too. So obviously loss of sleep is a major food obstacle for me. Also, I found out some medical issues are arising in my family that is going to be extrememly stressful and emotional for me. I wanted to snack then too...so I see that I am a total emotional eater as well! So seeing this happening makes me want to figure out ways to cope otherwise. Exercise isn't always an option for relief, so I need some other coping mechanisms...any ideas?
This morning, I did my "do something for myself". I bought myself some fresh strawberries for the day and a desk calendar!! I love calendars! :)
Other coping ideas when exercise isn't an option...can you write? When I am able to write I can feel an incredible purge! Or, if you are going to snack ONLY allow yourself carrots or celery or whatever like that. And, what REALLY works for me is drinking enough water to feel like I am going to drown. SERIOUSLY, then I am so full and bloated that I can't even think about eating. I get this, Stephanie! I am such an emotional eater myself.
Feeling your pain...
--Trisha
I was shocked! It is TOM for me and I expected a gain cause I feel so bloated!!! But I was happy
This weekend the small things I did for myself was take a nap when my baby boy (who is 5 months today!) napped. He was up most of the night Saturday night so I was extrememly tired Sunday. I so badly wanted to snack too. So obviously loss of sleep is a major food obstacle for me. Also, I found out some medical issues are arising in my family that is going to be extrememly stressful and emotional for me. I wanted to snack then too...so I see that I am a total emotional eater as well! So seeing this happening makes me want to figure out ways to cope otherwise. Exercise isn't always an option for relief, so I need some other coping mechanisms...any ideas?
This morning, I did my "do something for myself". I bought myself some fresh strawberries for the day and a desk calendar!! I love calendars! :)
Other coping ideas when exercise isn't an option...can you write? When I am able to write I can feel an incredible purge! Or, if you are going to snack ONLY allow yourself carrots or celery or whatever like that. And, what REALLY works for me is drinking enough water to feel like I am going to drown. SERIOUSLY, then I am so full and bloated that I can't even think about eating. I get this, Stephanie! I am such an emotional eater myself.
Feeling your pain...
--Trisha
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