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MissDFITT said:
Thanks lady!! He has finally snapped out of it I think. We started truck shopping this weekend and I think that really boosted his spirits... he is getting back to his old self again. :)
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Truck shopping will DO THAT to a man ;)

MissDFITT said:
Anyway, I am pretty hungry and kinda want to get a breakfast burrito and I think I will, plain and simple. I'm not going to deprive myself of something I want... it will only make me eat something worse in the long run.
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Hey, good job on doing your best on the Nutrition exam, despite all the obstacles and crappy circumstances. :hurray: And YES I like this attitude, from what I seen around here the people who deprive themselves (and this went for me, too--at times) ended up binging later. I think that a 100-300 calorie surplus in a given day, of healthy, whole foods is easy to make up for and much better than a 500-1000 calorie surplus of junk food or sugar or alcohol from a binge-fest. I have made that mistake. The worse case scenario is when I've binged on something that wasn't even that tasty. THAT pisses me off the most, so I avoid it by allowing myself whatever I want, just making myself want something delicious AND nutritious.

MissDFITT said:
Anyway, Stephen's dad is all excited that I am training for a half marathon.
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ALL RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!:hurray: :hurray: :hurray: YES! Glad to hear it!!!!:grouphug:
 
October 3

It's almost lunch and we are having an in house office lunch today. I'm not too excited about this because I had zero choice in the food selection and like always HOT DOGS are on the menu. Pretty much just want to throw up just thinking about it. I think I might just have and "errand" to do and not come back till after. I was telling my co-worker who I share an office with about my plan... he said I wasn't being a team player. My response, we aren't playing a sport and if wer were I would be MVP... but we are not... so shut it!!

It's been another slow day at the office and I haven't done much. I have been lacking serious WO motivation, but have been motivated so stay on top of my school work. So I guess I need to learn to balance the two equally so that I don't fall behind in either area. I ordered 2 new wo dvds, both are by Cathe Fredirch. I see her all the time on FitTV but I always miss her workouts because she is on at 4:30 and I'm typically not home. So I ordered hardcor max muscle and a kickbox one... maybe they will give me a little more motivation to get off my fat ass!!!

That's all for now... I think I'm going to sneak out before the lunch festivities begin...
 
October 6 {Morning}

The cycle has finally been broken and I am offically back on track! Two weeks until the 5k and I WILL be ready. I actually already am ready but I hope to get my time down a bit before race day.

Our weekend was mostly low key. I finally got to the grocery store and we have food in the house again. Which I am happy for... we ate out waaay too many times in the past 2 weeks. And we decided that we would not eat out again until December, and I have full confidence that we can do this. The menu for the week has been prepared and I feel as though I am on top of things!!

Step and I went for a little jog around the block last night and easy 2 miles and then a final sprint up the hill... its getting easier suprisingly. Step didn't sprint but he was well ahead of me and I almost caught him... even he was surprised. :)

I also am on top of all my studying and homework. Usually Monday's are stress because I have assignments due by 5:00 pm, but they are all turned in and I took all the quizes and got 100% and yes!!! I have a practial exam in A&P lab which I am reviewing for. I am confident I will do well. Steve again thanks for that link its been super helpful in studying for this test.

And on top of everything else I am having a "skinny" day. :):) Which also makes things sooo much better!

AM Workout:
Jilllian Michales Cardio Kickbox: 25 Mins

Eats:
Post WO Protein Shake: 120 cals 21g protein
{note: a co-worker gave me a bunch of myo shakes and protein mix that had been just sitting at his house, it doesnt have an expiration date on it and it tasted okay but I am still a little unsure if its still good... does protein powder go bad???}

And I am currently enjoying a cup of hot wild berry tea. It was quite frosty this morning at 48 degrees and like a dumbass I left a window open in the front... oops. It was still 64 in the house, but it felt much cooler. But the cool weather is soo nice plus our AC died this weekend and I have yet to call the landlady because I don't really feel like dealing with her. Step said he would call this week. We don't really use the AC that much anyway....

That's all for now. I hope everyone had a nice weekend!
 
It sounds like you are back on top. Way to go. Running, lifting, eating well, kicking ass at school. Go you.

I am so glad that the cool weather is here. It makes working out so much less torturous. I'm not looking forward to heating the house, but that's still a way away for me. We did start having our afternoon tea again. That's something that we don't do when it's hot out.
 
Trops said:
It sounds like you are back on top. Way to go. Running, lifting, eating well, kicking ass at school. Go you.

I am so glad that the cool weather is here. It makes working out so much less torturous. I'm not looking forward to heating the house, but that's still a way away for me. We did start having our afternoon tea again. That's something that we don't do when it's hot out.
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Thanks! :) It feels good to be on top of things!

I know that I will complain about the cold just like I do when its hot... but for the time being I am enjoying it. Oddly the thing I like most about changing seasons is I get a whole new wardrobe... meaning I pull out all my fall and winter clothes... its like I went on a shopping spree without spending money. However I am worried that most of my stuff is going to be too big... eek! :)
 
October 7

So overall yesterday went pretty good. I sadly was pretty stressed about my A&P lab practal exam and honestly don't think I did too great. But we will see. During and after the exam I was having a very defeatest attitude and wanted to just give up... drop the course and start all over. But I made it this far and I'm not going to waste the work I already put into it. Our midterm is in 2 weeks and I am starting to study NOW. I am hoping to come out of this course with a B and am shooting for an A, but I find an A to be highly unlikely. The amount of info its just overwhelming and to think I have a second semester to complete after this one... UGH!

Step got a call yesterday morning from the insurance company saying they would have a figure for him by Wednesday.... no sooner did they call did he receive a call from the police saying his truck had been found. Its in Mexico (big surprise) and was found at a car lot for sale... which means that its at least in running condition and hopfully hasn't been too violated. The insurance company is responsible for retreving it and he was on the phone with the lady this morning. Looks like we should have the truck back by the end of the month!! Hopefully sooner! Upon finding this news out we were both pretty baffled and Stephen's answer was... "lets go get ice cream" and I didn't aruge... we pretty much had ice cream for dinner. :)

Today is run day, and I am looking forward to it. I'm hoping to knock a few mins off my time if possible and maybe even go for an extra 1/2 mile. But we will see how the day progresses.

Eats today are looking good. I have oatmeal with almonds and cranberries for breakfast, a banana and yogurt for snack, a sm salad with an oil based ceasar dressing and half a roast beef sandy, then an apple for an afternoon snack. Dinner is leftovers from sunday, we had chicken and shrimp stir fry with lots of veggies!!

I have another psy exam today, this will be the 5th I think. We seemingly have exams every week and most of the time its 2 in one!! But I'm at least doing well in that class!!

That's all for now!! Hopefully the day goes well!! :)
 
That's great they found his truck, he must be ecstatic! I'll keep my fingers crossed for you guys that there is no damage.
 
It sounds like a mixed blessing. If he gets the truck back the way it used to be, then the only thing lost is the time he didn't have it. Unfortunately that's not the way it usually happens. I'm hoping for you guys that it is in good shape.
 
Thanks guys! I'm hoping that whoever stole it sold it as is and didn't mess with it. From what the boarder officer said it sounds like its in good condition. :)
 
Hey MissD very glad to hear they found Steph's truck! I hope you did well on your A&P practical. I'm sure you did better than you think. I have mid terms coming up next week and the following week. Thank god they'll all be done right before my birthday woohooo!!

How's life in the weight loss department? If your doing well I don't advise you read my diary. It's full of disappointment and I don't want it to rub off on you. Keep up the great work my dear!! :)
 
Amanda: That's a good question you asked... How AM I doing in the weight-loss dept. and the answer is not great... or at least I feel like its not great. I haven't really been counting my cals lately and I just need to remember to write everything down and then I can always enter it in later. I don't really feel like I am getting enough but then again I could be getting too much. So I just need to start writing stuff down. And as far as exercise goes this is my turn around week. So far I have done some kind of something every day this week. Tonight is strength which I am looking forward to. I bought a new DVD and I think its going to be a good one!!

Keep your chin up lady! And remind youself that you are strong and CAN overcome your vices and reach your goals!!! :)
 
Ocotber 8

It Wednesday and I'm pretty exhausted. I didn't want to get out of bed this morning and I'm not really feeling too good. My headaches came back Monday... the tinglyness... ugh. Step said its time to see the doc again about it and I have my annual check up on the 23rd so I can mention it then.

I jumped on the mill last night in hopes of an easy 3 miles... which ended up being a terrible 2.25... Ugh. The mill is becoming my worst enemy... I just stare at the display and then the TV was on too and there were too many distractions, I couldn't ever get comfy in a stride... and my head was just not in the game.
 
When I absolutely despise the thought of doing a particular exercise, I switch it up. Life's too short to be miserable and every once in a while I need a change of pace.

I would have either gone outside for a jog or done some sort of body weight circuit instead.

Sorry to hear you aren't feeling so well.
 
Steve said:
When I absolutely despise the thought of doing a particular exercise, I switch it up. Life's too short to be miserable and every once in a while I need a change of pace.

I would have either gone outside for a jog or done some sort of body weight circuit instead.

Sorry to hear you aren't feeling so well.
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Yeah I think it would have been a good night for the loop because the weather has been awesome lately. I just get super bored on the mill and can't concentrate worth a damn. I think if I'm not feeling it the next time I will for sure switch it up!

I think I am just tired and a tiny bit stressed out... but mostly tired.:ack2:
 
That is AMAZING they found Steph's truck! :eek2: I hope it all works out, either way, it's probably a total relief for him, it being retrieved.

I'm with Steve--sorry you feel like crap. I don't blame you for hating the t-mill. I cannot bear being on one at all--Rainy season is a Big Bummer for me when it comes to running, so that's part of the reason why I want to go to a climbing gym.

Best wishes with school and everything!
 
Curvie Girlie said:
That is AMAZING they found Steph's truck! I hope it all works out, either way, it's probably a total relief for him, it being retrieved.

I'm with Steve--sorry you feel like crap. I don't blame you for hating the t-mill. I cannot bear being on one at all--Rainy season is a Big Bummer for me when it comes to running, so that's part of the reason why I want to go to a climbing gym.

Best wishes with school and everything!
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Yes he is very relieved. And so am I. Hopefully if the truck in still in good condition we won't have to get a new one... meaning no car payment, meaning extra money to save!!!

I am feeling better today still tired, even though we went to bed semi early last night. I think its just the mid-semester stress and life!! Hopefully this weekend I can relax a little bit!

Yeah I think I'm going to have to have an alternative to the mill or a better way to concentrate. Trying to watch TV doesn't even kind of work but I've had pretty good success just listening to my ipod. I think for now though I am going to run outside as much as possible, until its gets too dark and cold out. The rock climbing gym sounds like a great idea!! There is one here we have just never been. We went to a place in MA called Caribiners and had a blast, but it was kinda expensive... but well worth it!!

Thanks for the positive thoughts lady!
 
October 9

Its Thursday, which I am glad for. I only work 2 hours and then have class for 3 and then am freeeeee. But today I plan to REST and then get some studying done. I might hang out on campus and do some printing before heading home.

I did the Cathe Fredrich hardcore muscle max last night. I didn't do the final core or ab work, but the rest was pretty brutal, but filled with the basic lifts. Her and her "team" lift waaay heavier than me, but I hope to work up to and beyond what they are doing. I'm not too sore just yet. My legs are tight which is expected and my left shoulder is a little sore which is also to be expected. I also did some therapy for my shoulders last night aswell... stretching out my chest real good. Stephen watched for a little while and said my form and posture was really good. I was concentraing hard on both so I was glad to hear I at least looked good.

Tonight is the loop. I told Step that I am doing it with or without him and he was a little shocked... he was like why wouldnt I go?? I guess I should have asked if he wanted to go instead of making the statement... but knowing how he is there is a good chance I might go at it alone. I think I am finally getting into a good routine. Tomorrow Im gonna do hills and then circut on Satruday and long run on Sunday. I really miss doing our circut together, but again I may have to go at it alone since he has zero motivation. And I have no problem doing it alone... takes less time :)

Um, that's all for now. I didn't bring anything to eat for today... my tummy hasn't really felt too good so I think I might fast today and just drink water see if that helps... I do have some fruit in my backback in case I do decided I need something. :) That's all for now!
 
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