Things have slowed down a little. My son says I have hit a brick wall, and if I just keep going I will get through it. This past week has been a marathon for eating out, and parties and ect. Even though I watched very closely, it still made dieting challenging. Still I have journaled everyday, and I think that is a very big key. I have walked or swam or worked out 60-75 minutes everyday. Today I decided to add a little to the whole thing and will also watch my diet even more carefully. (I decided to start jump roping everyday--that was a killer for me--30 jumps and wow! I can see I need to keep that up.)
I am still just so thrilled at the opportunity this has given me. I am doing things I have never done and never dreamed possible.
Monday, March 23, 2009
Saturday, March 14, 2009
The Journey
Well, we all know that we are supposed to 'enjoy the journey'. And I really have been enjoying this journey. The entire process has been very enlightening to me. It is interesting to know that eliminating the "sweets" can decrease the calories so much. There is more than plenty of food to eat within the limits of my diet if I am selective about which ones I choose. Still, when available, that pie and cake and cookies and candy are sooo inviting and irresistible.
I am surprised how good I feel mentally about being able to follow the guidelines for the diet and for my exercise. I am really proud of myself. The weight loss has been quite a lot slower this week, and that made the journey more fun. But I'm in this for the long haul, not just the 100 days.
I am surprised how good I feel mentally about being able to follow the guidelines for the diet and for my exercise. I am really proud of myself. The weight loss has been quite a lot slower this week, and that made the journey more fun. But I'm in this for the long haul, not just the 100 days.
Monday, March 9, 2009
Day Light Savings Time
I suppose you can blame anything you want on day light savings time. I really don't know who is in favor of this switcher roo--but it's not me! All the way to Provo this morning to work out, I was wondering, why is it so dark. About 1/2 way there, I realized. Then I got on the elliptical and it was so hard. I stopped to see if I was doing something wrong-no just the same old thing. But it felt like the first time I had been on it. I was so tired while riding the bike, but then when I moved to the treadmill-let's say there was more holding on and more slowing down. Everyone in the gym was complaining-it must be Day Light Savings Time. Good excuse for me--because I was so tired. I hope that was the case-because I don't want anymore days like this one!
Still, I am feeling very happy with this challenge--I have lost 9 pounds, and am enjoying the process-I have learned a lot, but mostly, I feel that being a part of this program makes me want to give it my all. Summer is coming, (I hope) and I am going to be ready for it.
Still, I am feeling very happy with this challenge--I have lost 9 pounds, and am enjoying the process-I have learned a lot, but mostly, I feel that being a part of this program makes me want to give it my all. Summer is coming, (I hope) and I am going to be ready for it.
Friday, March 6, 2009
Don't like to Sweat!
All my life I haven't liked to sweat. I always knew when I wanted to stop, because I don't like to sweat. But, the measure of how hard I am working is that very thing. I called my husband this morning after I had worked out and told him this is the first time in my entire life that I have had sweat coming through my shirt on my chest. He couldn't believe it, but it was true.
I am the late starter and have only been doing this for 10 days, but I am so proud of myself and have been making such good progress. My trainer Kelli is great and so encouraging. The first day on the elliptical, I thought my knees were on fire. After my first workout, my head felt like it had way too much oxygen inside-and I had a migraine afterwards. I have very bad feet, (I've had my right great toe amputated due to melanoma, I have had a nerve cut that goes down my entire right leg into my foot, and have had a neuroma removed leaving my third and fourth toe very numb)but Traci told me to go to the Running Corner and get fitted for some good shoes. They were great and even taught me to lace them differently. My feet haven't hurt at all.
Today after I worked out, I wasn't so exhausted that I could hardly continue. I know that this is so good for me, and it has given me so much enthusiasm in all areas of my life. I feel mentally better-so much of this physical stuff is mental. I am feeling better physically everyday. This opportunity is a gift for me.
I am the late starter and have only been doing this for 10 days, but I am so proud of myself and have been making such good progress. My trainer Kelli is great and so encouraging. The first day on the elliptical, I thought my knees were on fire. After my first workout, my head felt like it had way too much oxygen inside-and I had a migraine afterwards. I have very bad feet, (I've had my right great toe amputated due to melanoma, I have had a nerve cut that goes down my entire right leg into my foot, and have had a neuroma removed leaving my third and fourth toe very numb)but Traci told me to go to the Running Corner and get fitted for some good shoes. They were great and even taught me to lace them differently. My feet haven't hurt at all.
Today after I worked out, I wasn't so exhausted that I could hardly continue. I know that this is so good for me, and it has given me so much enthusiasm in all areas of my life. I feel mentally better-so much of this physical stuff is mental. I am feeling better physically everyday. This opportunity is a gift for me.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Week One of the Hundred Day Heart Challenge
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
This has been a great week for me. I am so excited that I was able to be in this Heart Challenge. I appreciate that even though I was out of town caring for a sick new grandson, they have allowed me to begin late. It is the push I have needed for so long. I am doing great.
I had already done the things I needed to do- study, buy the books and figure out my diet, now I have the incentive to get the job done. I have had no difficulty staying at or below my 1400 calories. But the exercise is difficult for me. I am doing exactly what they have suggested, but I am not in shape, and I get very tired and have to hold on to the treadmill a little or break my exercise up in little spells. Still, I have been able to get at least 60-85 minutes each day. Because I have fibromyalgia, which has been doing better, I am somewhat afraid to push myself too far,and have a relapse. I know if I will just keep at it, my energy level will improve, and my back will improve. It is a win/win situation for me.
Posted by DaleneH
This has been a great week for me. I am so excited that I was able to be in this Heart Challenge. I appreciate that even though I was out of town caring for a sick new grandson, they have allowed me to begin late. It is the push I have needed for so long. I am doing great.
I had already done the things I needed to do- study, buy the books and figure out my diet, now I have the incentive to get the job done. I have had no difficulty staying at or below my 1400 calories. But the exercise is difficult for me. I am doing exactly what they have suggested, but I am not in shape, and I get very tired and have to hold on to the treadmill a little or break my exercise up in little spells. Still, I have been able to get at least 60-85 minutes each day. Because I have fibromyalgia, which has been doing better, I am somewhat afraid to push myself too far,and have a relapse. I know if I will just keep at it, my energy level will improve, and my back will improve. It is a win/win situation for me.
Posted by DaleneH
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