It Starts...

[Curvie Girlie]

I think I am finally getting into a good routine. Tomorrow I'm gonna do hills and then circuit on Saturday and long run on Sunday. I really miss doing our circuit 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

I know exactly what you mean....no one I know who lives near me, is into fitness in the ways I am, and I can't find a running partner. I'm going to look HARDER!! Yeah, rock climbing I heard, is very expensive. My sick buddy Chris used to be really superlative at it when he was 15, and he has top notch gear to lend me and lots of knowledge and books. This is definitely a boon. Hope your stomach settles--good luck on fasting!

 

[Alta818]

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!

Hey therer Missy!!! I'm glad for you guys about the Truck! I hope you do have it back in great condition so that you guys can keep saving!!!

Good Job on those classes ....they sound real hard, but you can handle it! You'll get that great grade, watch! I find the same thing when I don't log my food, I feel kinda lost in the weight loss department! Feels good to do the numbers and see for sure sometimes!

Good Job on doing that loop run, and not letting anyone hold you back from the SUCCESS of doing it! YAY 4 YOU!!!!! & I hope your fast makes you feel better!

Have an AMAZING rest of the day off!!!!

 

[MissDFITT]

Thanks Val and Alta for stopping by! My fasting yesterday went OKAY. I got pretty hungry during my second class and boke down and bought a bfast burrtio and a tea. And then that's all I had until dinner... which was a fablous pasta dish that I made! My tummy is MUCH better today!!

 

[MissDFITT]

Oct 10

Ahhh another Friday. I can't believe how quick the weeks go when I'm in school. Its already the 8th week... meaning only 8 to go!!

Yesterday was VERY low key. I got home just after 2 and pretty much vegged in my undies until Step got home. I watched the movie "The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants" and really liked it... it made me very emotional though. And I will admit when it was over I just laid on the couch and cried for a bit. I think sometimes we just need to cry and yesterday was my day to let it all out. Step got home just before 5 and we took a little nap together then went to Whole Foods to get a few things for dinner. I bought a bottle of wine... but am a looser and don't have a freaking wine key so I didn't get my glass... booooo!!!

We did not run the loop last night but more becuase I just wanted to contine to relax... and it worked out I feel very rested today and am ready for hills tonight!

Sooo, I'm having lunch with one of my guy friends today. This guy is someone who Stephen doesn't approve of. He was one of my best friends right out of high school and we used to go dancing all the time. He's very loud and outgoing and a trouble maker to say the least... and Stephen doesn't like him because of his attiude toward Step. When Step and I first got together... B we will call him was... jealous I think. I think B always had a little crush on me but never wanted to admit it... We used to be like 2 peas in a pod and when Step came into the pic B was out of the pod and Step was in. Anyway, I haven't hung out with him in a really long time so we are having lunch today. Step is okay with it he understands my need to keep old relationships... and its only lunch!! B leads a very differnt life than we do. He is a party animal and has no real life other than going out all the time and getting wasted... which is one of the reasons we don't hang out as much... that's his lifestyle not mine. But anyway... I am curious to see how he is doing and if anything has changed!!!

Ummm... that's all for now!

 

[Curvie Girlie]

I burst into tears not too long ago at a stupid-ass billboard sign! Well, it was a picture of a son pushing his dad in a wheelchair and said something like "Dad has completed x amount of marathons" or some shit. Anyway, I know what you mean.

Hahaha--awkward! I'm sure lunch will go fine. Better to not exercise if you are fasting. Have a great Friday!

 

[MissDFITT]

October 13

It's Monday and I feel that I am off to a good start. I spent the majority of yesterday watching the biggest looser re-runs which made me realize that I am really not pushing myself to my potential. And that I am super lazy!!

With that said I hopefully have got the motivation I need to get back on track. I want to down into the 130s which is only 4 lbs away and I am confident I can do it by November 1st. I really want to start taking some kind of classes, but I am afraid of overwhelming myself with my current schedule. But I think I could swing a class or 2 a week especially on Saturdays. I made the decision that I would go to salsa this week, but more becuase I miss it. I also have been wanting to look into a spin class, but just havent done it. I know UNM (my school) offers spin so I'm going to see how expensive it is and what the schedule is like.

I am going to write everything down that I eat and plop it into fitday... I need to get back into the habit of doing that. I think I eat pretty healthy in general but it never hurts to know where I stand.

I made sirloin steaks last night for dinner. We haven't had steak in I don't know how long. We typically don't eat red meat.. only turkey or chicken. But I bought a 1lb steak from Whole Foods and Step grilled it up. Came out perfect, it was the best steak I've had in a long time. I also made some squash, onions, and mushrooms... as well as rice pilaf for Step. Overall we were very pleased.

I made a menu for this week and went grocery shopping... Step went out and played disc yesterday afternoon so I went at it alone. I found a healthy cook book at my parents house that I bought several years ago and thought I lost it. It has a bunch of great side dishes that I am going to try out.. it also gave me some new ideas for dinners.

Um, that's pretty much it. I ran a mile this morning... mostly because I was cold and needed to warm up. I felt pretty good. Tonight is circut which I am looking forward to. We have been meaning to start doing it more frequently, but just haven't for one reason or another... and its time to stop making excues and just start doing it. Our race is this weekend and I feel I will do okay.. I will finish at least... and maybe have a personal best time... but I'm not making any promises.

On the stolen truck front... apparently its going to be a while before we get it back. Its currently in Mexico's possession and they won't release it for 3-6 months. But there is a bearu in Texas that deals with this kind of thing and the insurance company is coordinating with them for a quicker return. In the mean time I think Step is going to see if they will pay for a rental car so that I can have my car back and the car I'm driving can go back to my parents....

Okay that's really all for now!

 

[Alta818]

OMG...I LOVE SPINNING!!!! You should look into them, and see if you can squeeze one or two here and there! You'll love it, and if you haven't done them before, the work out is AMAZINGLY CHALLENGING!!

I hear ya there on the fitday! I literally let up these past 3 days,...and I know I was way out of range and overate ...!!!! Back to logging it in for me too!!

Way to juggle everything there! It's funny that you say, you were watching the The Biggest Loser clips for motivation, cause I do the same too! I think the exact same thing, when I see them carrying all kinds of crazy shit, and here I am a WIMP ...LOL!!!! But you know which part inspires me the most, and I try to watch it every single time before I pop in one of those videos......WELL,....the part, where the blond girl, a lil heavy set, she is squatting like crazy and then running up a hill or something...and says "THIS IS ABOUT MORE THAN LOSING WEIGHT, THIS IS ABOUT TAKING CHARGE OF YOUR LIFE!!!!" Wooooa THAT LINE gets me every time! I can do this.....and do it HARDER!!!

....Ooooooh and um, I want to hear about this friend meeting encounter...?!?!

 

[MissDFITT]

Soooo.... I just got my score for the A&P practal I took last Monday. and dun dun dun... I got a 72... UGH... but honestly that was MUCH better than I expected!! The average was 72 so I'm average... not exactly where I want to be, but I'll take it considering. I think I need to be more motivated during lab to really look at the models and what not. Its very different studying from the book and then tyring to find the same markings on an acutal bone... and the same with slides. The TA isn't very helpful... he admitted 2 weeks ago that he is not a Dr and that we would more likely know more than him. Not very reasuring. So I just have to take it upon myself... ugh typical!! Today is wet lab, we are starting the upper body muscles. I hope that I do better with these than the bone markings and histology!!

 

[MissDFITT]

OMG...I LOVE SPINNING!!!! You should look into them, and see if you can squeeze one or two here and there! You'll love it, and if you haven't done them before, the work out is AMAZINGLY CHALLENGING!!

I hear ya there on the fitday! I literally let up these past 3 days,...and I know I was way out of range and overate ...!!!! Back to logging it in for me too!!

Way to juggle everything there! It's funny that you say, you were watching the The Biggest Loser clips for motivation, cause I do the same too! I think the exact same thing, when I see them carrying all kinds of crazy shit, and here I am a WIMP ...LOL!!!! But you know which part inspires me the most, and I try to watch it every single time before I pop in one of those videos......WELL,....the part, where the blond girl, a lil heavy set, she is squatting like crazy and then running up a hill or something...and says "THIS IS ABOUT MORE THAN LOSING WEIGHT, THIS IS ABOUT TAKING CHARGE OF YOUR LIFE!!!!" Wooooa THAT LINE gets me every time! I can do this.....and do it HARDER!!!

....Ooooooh and um, I want to hear about this friend meeting encounter...?!?!

I have always wanted to spin!! It looks so hard but sooo fun!! I'm going to search for a class as soon as I'm done here!!

Man that is one hell of a line!! I would love to be on that show just for the workouts!! And to have the time to do those kinds of workouts. Maybe I will start making Satrudays my last chance workout days!!

Ha my Lunch with B turned into a dinner. But it turned out good. He hasn't changed as much as I hoped but there is a glint of "its time to grow up" in his eyes. We didn't really talk about anything specific, just caught up on life. He and I used to go dancing all the time before Stephen and I got together and I really miss that. I always had a blast... and I love to dance. But anyway, Stephen was slightly annoyed that it turned into a dinner and then I went home for like 2 mins changed and went to meet the girls... where for once I was the "hot chick" lol made me laugh!! Had a good time with the girls... drank WAAAYY too much (which was only 3 drinks cause I'm a light weight)... but it was a good night overall!

 

[sammyboy24]

Ahh. Gawd. I really hated all the bone markings and protruberances in the Anatomy class. So tedious and hard to remember... I totally feel ya.

Thanks for stopping by my diary. I hear you on your friend that is the party animal... I don't consider myself one actually but I do go out more than my married friends or friends who have kids... So they kind of look at me like one i guess. I'm cleaning up my act some though because I won't be able to continue once school starts...

-Sam

 

[MissDFITT]

Ahh. Gawd. I really hated all the bone markings and protruberances in the Anatomy class. So tedious and hard to remember... I totally feel ya.

Thanks for stopping by my diary. I hear you on your friend that is the party animal... I don't consider myself one actually but I do go out more than my married friends or friends who have kids... So they kind of look at me like one i guess. I'm cleaning up my act some though because I won't be able to continue once school starts...

-Sam

Yeah, I'm just hoping its gets easier from here on out.

I think that its hard for some people to relate to those who don't share the same lifestyle, therefore they look down on it. I respect B's lifestyle, but he has a hard time respecting mine which is why we don't hang out as much. Plus we can't relate to one another like we used to which makes conversation tough... I have another friend who we double date with, but when her and I are one on one I find myself at a loss because her relationship with her bf is terrible... they like hate one another yet stay together... and I can't relate to that so it makes it hard to see things her way and vise verse... she always tells me "Oh you wait, it won't be perfect forever..." but I don't see it that way....

Anyway, Ill stop ranting!! I don't think you are a party animal! Your young and single and hot and there is NO reason NOT to go out and have a good time!!!

 

[MissDFITT]

October 13

Evening check in! Step and I just finished out circuit! We did GREAT!! And I feel amazing right now! Took us just over an hour and instead of doing 2 min intervals on the mill we did 1/4 mile intervals. I was running just over 5 mph and would always kick it up at the end finishing just under 3 mins... and over 3 like twice... We did a total of 1.5 miles and my legs are jello right now, but in a good way. I really pushed myself tonight and feel good.

On the food front I am lacking about 900 cals and I am not sure if dinner is going to cover it. This tends to be my freaking problem! I've had 1039 cals today, but I've burned close to 2900... and I only need a 900 cal deficit... ugh! Dinner is raspberry chipolte grilled chicken with squash... and since I am lacking I might have a baked potato as well! Then we will see where I stand!

That's all for now!

 

[MissDFITT]

Oct 14

Its a rainy morning here in the southwest with snow falling up north! Eek I don't know if I'm just ready for snow yet... fall has only just begun. I'm not looking forward to class today because of the weather and I'm just not in the mood.

My legs are a little tight this morning from our WO last night but in a good way. I noticed that when I'm running I feel like my left leg is just going to give out on me. Almost like its going numb or maybe I just don't have enough support somewhere. I tried lacing my shoe tighter but that didn't really help... I don't really know what to make of it.

I did get my cals in, however they weren't the healthiest. We decided pizza was what we wanted to we went and got digerno pizzas. I got a spinich and mushroom and Step got an all meat of course. I had two slices at 300 cals each.. Eek I know, but I needed close to 900. And then I had a few chips and yeah that was it.... I didn't really feel guilty because I was still in my range and it was rather tastey.

Tonight is the loop, but since the weather is yucky I don't know what will happen. Hopefully this clears by this evening, but I think they said its sposed to last until tomorrow and then clear on Thursday. I hope it breaks tonight so that I don't have to run on the mill... but I guess if that's what it comes down to then that's what I'll do.

It's fall break this week. There are no classes Thurs or Fri... and I am hoping to get some good study time in. I have a midterm Monday... and a race Sunday soooo I hope to be perpared for the test by Satruday and then just reivew my flash cards Sunday and Monday.... Meaning that I really need to kick it in high gear every night this week.

Not much else to report. Ha our landlady finally decided to have our AC replaced... the contractors were at the house yesterday... good timing, just when we need the heater... Oh well at least we will have a nice one for next season....

That's all for now. I'm going to eat my oatmeal and drink my coffee... and wait for some work...

 

[Curvie Girlie]

which made me realize that I am really not pushing myself to my potential. And that I am super lazy!!

You crazy!!!

On the stolen truck front... apparently its going to be a while before we get it back. Its currently in Mexico's possession and they won't release it for 3-6 months. But there is a bearu in Texas that deals with this kind of thing and the insurance company is coordinating with them for a quicker return.

Let's hope so!

went to meet the girls... where for once I was the "hot chick" lol made me laugh!!

NICE!!!

I have a midterm Monday... and a race Sunday soooo I hope to be prepared for the test by Saturday and then just review my flash cards Sunday and Monday.... Meaning that I really need to kick it in high gear every night this week.

Best wishes on those, and don't worry about the pizza, you "NEEDED" those carbs, LOL!! Have a great evening!

 

[Steve]

Wow, I haven't stopped in here in a while. My apologies. Sounds like you're doing great though! Busy as normal, but that's not a bad thing unless you perceive it to be.

What's with this leg wanting to give out on you?

 

[sammyboy24]

Yeah, I'm just hoping its gets easier from here on out.

I think that its hard for some people to relate to those who don't share the same lifestyle, therefore they look down on it. I respect B's lifestyle, but he has a hard time respecting mine which is why we don't hang out as much. Plus we can't relate to one another like we used to which makes conversation tough... I have another friend who we double date with, but when her and I are one on one I find myself at a loss because her relationship with her bf is terrible... they like hate one another yet stay together... and I can't relate to that so it makes it hard to see things her way and vise verse... she always tells me "Oh you wait, it won't be perfect forever..." but I don't see it that way....

Anyway, Ill stop ranting!! I don't think you are a party animal! Your young and single and hot and there is NO reason NOT to go out and have a good time!!!

One of my friends who used to be a HARDCORE partier... We shall call her J. The first night I met her she literally had a line of guys waiting to buy her drinks, which she would let them, and then she would give them to me. She got me so trashed. With her we would sometimes party with professional athletes... (some members of the UT Jazz I will never look at in the same way again)... Basically I'm just saying she probably went out 6 nights a week, and could drink ANYONE I know under the table. She was fun for awhile but it soon got old. She was slowly turning into a bitch/mean drunk, she was becoming unlikeable pretty fast.... So that lasted for about a year and half and about 4 months ago she met this guy who didn't approve of her ways.... Now, she has quit drinking, re-joined the church and got him to convert and get baptized... I don't mind that at all, actually I'm really happy for her. I hung out with her once sober since then and it was an awesome time, very very good. Well, she doesn't really call me anymore.... I don't know if she considers me a friend from "that time" or if I don't really hold a place in her life anymore. It saddens me some because I have many friends who go to church and I seriously don't drink all the time. I love hanging out with friends when no alcohol or going out is involved. It saddens me a lot but i know she had to do what was right for her, and I'm glad she's turned her life around and finally seems happy....

Great job with the workouts! Your doing great. Your landlord story is so typical, imo... sounds exactly what my landlord would do, lol... At least your looking at it positively.

Have a great night,
Sam

 

[MissDFITT]

Wow, I haven't stopped in here in a while. My apologies. Sounds like you're doing great though! Busy as normal, but that's not a bad thing unless you perceive it to be.

What's with this leg wanting to give out on you?

No need to appologize, you are just as busy as the rest of us.

As for the leg, its apparent now that I must have pulled something in my left quad. Usually when I pull something its pretty obvious right away, but I had no idea until yesterday mid-day. Currently walking is painful and ugh! I'm a little worried because I have a race this weekend and I want to get at least 1good run in before then. I attempted to run last night but didn't want to push it and stopped soon after starting. I'm going to foam roll tonight no matter how painful and then heat it see if that helps loosen it up.

This pull makes sense of my leg wanting to give out. When I was running it felt like my quad wasn't giving enough support and having no indication that I pulled it I just kept going. Lets just hope it gets better before Sunday.

 

[Alta818]

OH my GOSH!!! That sucks! I'm so sad to hear you are feeling pains! That happened to me for a while too....and it was killing me. I know the pain! The heat does help!

Your determination will get you through this girlie! You're like the little engine that could.....hope the heat heals it tonight. I used to do Bikram and it would help after.


Feel Better WOMAN!!!

 

[MissDFITT]

OH my GOSH!!! That sucks! I'm so sad to hear you are feeling pains! That happened to me for a while too....and it was killing me. I know the pain! The heat does help!

Your determination will get you through this girlie! You're like the little engine that could.....hope the heat heals it tonight. I used to do Bikram and it would help after.


Feel Better WOMAN!!!

Thanks lady!! Things are looking up! The heat did seem to help a bit... and its loosened up too!!

 

[MissDFITT]

October 16

So glad its Thursday! I'm only here for another 45 mins, then off to participate in a research study then I'm freeeee. I have an A&P midterm Monday evening and a race Sunday... with that said the plan is to be ready for the midterm before Sunday so that I can fully concentrate on the race!

As for the race... my leg is... better, but still not 100% I did heat and a tiny bit of foam rolling it was VERY painful and I wasn't sure if I was helping or hurting myself. Today walking is easier as is getting up from a seated position. I plan to get some cardio kickboxing in (provided my leg feels okay) and some upper body strength in this afternoon. And if my leg feels okay maybe the loop tomorrow evening... and then rest rest rest Saturday.

I am really motivated to get with my goal of becoming a fitness professional and I just need to enroll in the course and do it. I looked for a few jobs but most are to work the floor at big gyms... not really what I want but maybe I would get some experience working with people.

Um, that's all for now!