Lukewarm's Weight Loss Diary

Pirates was awesome, and I ate lots of popcorn, with lots of movie theater butter. So much for good intentions! Good night.

Risty You absolutely will love POTC. It was GLORIOUS

2Skinny Thanks! I'm excited. I am nervous, I hope the classes are full of nice people or I won't last.
 
ack! I was going to go to the midnight showing, but alas, i only have $17, and gas isn't getting any cheaper...:( oh well. I'll just go tomorrow with my friends. You liked it? That's good. :D Better or worse than the 2nd one?
 
Xorie The third was better than the first (how is it possible?) & definitely better than the second. I went super early and it was still difficult to get a good seat. Have fun tonight.

Well this morning was sort of fun/miserable. I dropped my truck off at the mechanics to get my lights fixed, which meant that Chelsea and I roamed around Pensacola for 3.5 hours. It sucked. We had fun because that's just the only way to spend 3 and a half hours, but it was really hot outside and I was planning on them only taking an hour. So it's over and I'm finally home, and we walked almost exactly 5.0 miles in that time.

I have my meeting with my trainer in 4 hours and now I'm nervous. I have this phobia with gyms that everyone is looking at me and judging me, and I'm worried that I won't be taken seriously for whatever reason. I know I'm a prattling insecure freak but I feel better disclosing this here. Please let this dude be nice and helpful and knowledgeable. I'll be so grateful if he's 3 for 3. If he's not, I have to admit I might be cancelling this whole membership thing, because I woke up this morning feeling nervous about the commitment I just made, rather than excited. I'm not quitting before I try out the sauna though. I'll post later with my general conclusion of Omni.

Off to do mountains of laundry.

-Breakfast: Sausage/Egg/Pepperjack Cheese/Banana Peppers- 600 calories
-Snack: Blueberry/Strawberry/Raspberry/Fiber Smoothie- 200 calories
-Lunch: One Milano Cookie- 65 calories
-Dinner: Flounder with Lemon and Capers/Brown Rice with Egg Whites and 1/2 Tbsp EVOO + Soy Sauce- 400 calories
-Water: 3.0 L

-Playlist: NONE - Children of Men
-Miles Today: 5 miles + 3 miles
-Total Miles: 147 miles
 
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The gym and the trainer is lucky to have YOU. I understand that thing about people looking at you and stuff. My gym is all university aged people and sometimes those boys look at me, and they're likely thinking, "cool, an old broad is lifting weights". LOL Sometimes I look at them, because they're huffing and puffing so loud I wonder if they're doing it to impress me. The little darlings.

Lots of times when people look at us, it's not because they're judging or anything negative. Most times it's positive things they're thinking or they're just bored and looking at people helps them pass the time better. I do that too. Just remember, you have every right to be there and every right to learn the stuff with your trainer. No one is better than you because they might know more about the machines. If they think they're better, that's really quite pathetic isn't it? Those types are far and few between and are usually masking some type of insecurity. You know all this, you wise woman, you.

I hope your gym experience is great. I think it will be.
 
2Skinny What a nice perspective! Thank you! LOL I think they probably are trying to impress you, that's super cute. I appreciate the borrowed mindset...yes I will walk in curious and positive. And it will be fun!

Ok, I really am getting off WLF now and doing my laundry. REALLY.
 
I'm so glad the movie is awesome, I'm a million times more excited now than I was before!!!! WOOOO! I won't buy popcorn because it's too damn expensive, however, if my bf's sis decides to buy a bunch for everyone like last time, then I shall partake in the eating of the popcorn, lol.

I used to feel the same way in the gym.. that everyone was staring and judging. I got over it and the more I got into my workout the more I realized that it's exactly what everyone else was doing. They're focusing on their workout just like I was focusing on mine. Everyone is there for a reason and they're all struggling to reach goals or maintain goals and so I'm sure they don't judge and they probably feel the same (that they're being judged). You never know, everyone has they're insecurities, and I'm sure they do too. Just think of them as being like you, having their own struggles and own insecurities and I'm sure that will also help you feel more comfortable.

I hope the gym thing goes well for ya!
 
Risty Thank you...you guys are right. I saw a girl at the gym with purple and green glitter all over her eyes wearing electric blue booty shorts. I don't think anyone was looking at me period :) . I will definitely keep your words in mind tomorrow during the class, thank you for for those thoughts. I liked it...it was a little awkward at first but hopefully like you said, I'll just put that into my workout from now on. :)

Good night.
 
That initial shyness is normal. At least it was for me until I finally said, "Why the hell do I care what they think? I'm in here for myself, and myself only, and I can be proud knowing that I'm changing my life for the better.

And, the same thing that Risty said. Most people are focusing on their own time and workouts, rather than looking around and judging people. Keep your chin up, and go at it! soon, the guys won't be able to take their eyes off of you! :D:D!
 
Xorie I'm so chicken. I wish I was more like that, but I let my crazy imagination prevent me from doing what I want to do. Like how I missed my first yoga class today, because I'm nervous. I AM going to the Spin class I AM! I must.

-Breakfast: 0.5 Cup Oatmeal/Blueberries & Strawberries- 170 calories
-Snack: Greek Salad No Dressing/Feta Cheese/Kalamata Olives/Onions/Pepperoncinis/Carrots- 400 calories
-Lunch: 2 Pieces WW Bread/0.25 Cups Tuna Salad w/ Celery and 2 tsp. Mayo- 400 calories
-Dinner: 7 Cracked Pepper Crackers w/ 2 Tbsp Chive Cream Cheese- 200 calories
-Dessert: Sherbet- 200 calories & 1 Milano Cookie- 75 calories
-Water: 2.5 L

-Playlist: Beach
-Miles Today: 1.0 mile hahaha
-Total Miles: 148 miles
 
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I think everyone who's overweight and goes to the gym will feel that way. I know I did, my friend did when I took her and Xorie agreed too. It's completely normal, but once you make it a habit to go there, that feeling will go away. It can be hard at first. When I first went, the worst thing was the huge mirrors in the cardio section and seeing me use the cardio machines just made me want to die. I was like, I can't believe I look like that, what must everyone else think! It was absolutely horrible. But after a while I didn't look at the mirror, I didn't think about anything but my workout. I played my music I loved on my Iriver and worked my butt off! So what I'm trying to say in short... lol... is at first I'm sure everyone feels that way, but it will pass!
 
OMG IT WAS AMAZING. I did sit in my car in the parking lot and nearly didn't go in, but I made myself, and then I walked right in, and went straight to the room. The instructor was so warm and inviting, but whoa did she become this spinning demon once the class started. The dude next to me let me have one of his water bottles because I had only brought one, and I just DID IT! It was so hard, and I did more in that 90 minutes with everyone else than I could possibly imagine. I sauntered out, and now I feel so good. Ridiculously sore but I'm really happy, thank you guys for supporting me and convincing me to go. I really appreciate it.:hug2:
 
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Awesome job!!! So was that the Yoga class or the Spin class? Either way I would have been scared myself to go in and do it, but the thing is just to go and do it which is exactly what you did! I'm so proud of you for going in and doing it. I'm glad you feel so great :D
 
Risty I know! The worst part about everything is the damn mirrors in front of the cardio machines. ABSOLUTELY. The reason I'm so in love with this particular gym is that there is a dark cardio cinema. A big movie screen in a dark room with treadmills, bikes, and ellipticals. Yesterday I felt really comfortable in there and I was able to work out- in the dark! I think that was one of my favorites things about the spin class, darkness. I'm rambling. I have a feeling I will be hunched over in a ball later.


EDIT: I just saw that youposted, thank yOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Spin class ;o)
 
That sounds sooo awesome! A dark cadio thingy, so very very kewl!

Yeah I'd definately be the most scared about the spin class! I'm not so good on a bike and and I know those classes are nuts!!! Seriously, good job on going!!
 
Risty They are nuts, but I've gotta say I didn't expect it to be so motivating. Also, I wasn't able to "jump" up and down as often as everyone else, but I really tried. She told me that we burned 900 calories or something like that. Hell yeah! I never burn that much jogging. And my butt really hurts.

Okay but my bad news is that I gained 3 pounds since the beginning of the month?? I now weigh 173, and I am upset, but I am just going to work harder. I didn't go over my calories except 3 days I think, BUT I did skip a couple workouts. I cannot skip workouts from now on unless I want to stay at 173.

Edit: I am loathe to change my ticker...but I'll do it. Also, my dad came to visit me this weekend and my sister is here too, but he's leaving tomorrow, and Chels is leaving tomorrow night. So I am a little worried about my motivation dropping once no one is around. But I will keep my enthusiasm going and try to remain strong at work with not eating the food and attending the gym every day. Monday is another spin class, and I want to try yoga Monday as well. Pilates is Tuesday I think..or possibly Monday. Chels and I are about to head to the beach to go for a leisurely walk because it's so warm out. Roll up the jeans and all that. EXCITED! adios amigos ;o) good evening. And did I mention I'm fitting into my 'decent' jeans! Not skinny jeans yet....but soon.
 
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Hurray for decent jeans!!!!!!! That's fantastic. And does that dark cinema cardio room ever sound cool! I have television with the cardio machines at my gym, but I'd love a dark room with a big screen on a wall for movies!! Wow, talk about an awesome workout you had...90 minutes. I think you're on to something new and exciting.
 
Hurray for decent jeans! I'm still waiting for that to come. Soon though, really soon, as my 16/15 jeans are falling off of me! :D

That dark room cardio thing sounds soooo cool. I wish I could find a gym like that, but I already belong to the Y. Maybe when I move out, or something. :D

And yay for going to the spinning class. It sounds really cool. I wish I could find a class like that that could work my butt! Now that my legs are thinning, (I can get them into a 13 pants) my butt's starting to be out of proportion for the first time in my life! :eek: It used to be my sister who had the "bubblebutt" but now I'm classified as having one! :D

Have a great weekend!
 
2Skinny Thanks Anna! I think I am on to something exciting too! Now that the hardest part is over and that I know some of the people in the class, I feel good. I am such a dope sometimes because I need that support of people around me in order to feel comfortable. But I am what I am, and I had fun, so I’m not going to analyze it. I just think that a dark workout room in a gym is the most brilliant idea. [/B]

Xorie I was a member of the Y too, and I really liked it because it was affordable and right near my college campus in Michigan. My girlfriends and I would always head there together, and I just liked the atmosphere of the Y, because it was more of a family fitness thing instead of say Golds Gym or something like that. There’s a lot of different people there and it felt alright. I still don’t like the general feel of a massive room with people milling about grunting, but I must get over it! I’m so happy your jeans are fitting baggy on you now!!! Yes whatever you do, do not lose the bum! You won’t though, because all the jumping and squatting and such that you do in volleyball pretty much assures that you’re going to have a great butt. Yay for bubblebutts!

I’m still working my decision to join this gym around and around in my head. I am the type of person to get bored after a couple weeks…but I think that if I make myself go every day to at least do my cardio with a couple class a week, and weight lift on the days I don’t have classes, then this is a great idea. I have already changed my eating habits for the most part, so now it’s time to change my nature regarding my bad tendencies. The cardio cinema is so cool though, if it weren’t for that and the fact that all of the classes are “free” as in included in the monthly flat rate of the gym, I never would have bought the membership. I’ve looked at it from every different angle though and I still think I’m getting an incredible deal with this place even if that means cutting off my cable and high speed internet access. My regular wireless seems to be doing fine at my apt. if it’s a little shotty at times. Well at least the gym is a great deal as long as I’m taking full advantage of all the classes offered. The pilates is what I really want to try. The pilates instructor down the road from my apt. charges $50/hour, and I pay less than that per month at Omni. Tomorrow is my last day to change my mind about my membership and cancel though, but I’m pretty positive I want to stick with it. Yes I want to…so I will.

Okay so I’ll stop rambling about this gym now, I PROMISE. I feel sort of empty and light today. I just feel like if I went to weigh myself right now, I’d see that I lost a couple pounds, but I know that’s absurd. I’m not weighing myself again until June 1st, and I better not weigh 173. I just can’t believe that a really decent month of exercise and 1400/day, made me GAIN weight. I thought that it wasn’t possible. I didn’t push myself in every workout though, so I guess I really need to step it up, maybe the new classes will shock my body into letting go of the weight. I hope so. I am feeling ravenous though so I’m off to eat something. Have a great day everyone.

-Breakfast: 1 Small Apple w/ 2 Tbsp Peanut Butter- 253 calories
-Snack: 3 Cracked Pepper Crackers w/ 3 Tbsp. Chive Cream Cheese- 200 calories
-Lunch: Strawberry/Blueberry/Raspberry/OJ/Fiber Smoothie- 270 calories
-Dinner: Cheese Tortellini/Turkey Sausage Spaghetti Sauce/Mushrooms/Mozzarella- 560 calories
-Water: 3.0 L

-Playlist: Radio.
-Miles Today: 3.0 miles
-Total Miles: 151 miles
 
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First of all, I saw Pirates and it was SOOOOO AWESOME! WOO! Yeah, I so loved it! It was soooo funny too, had a lot of humor in it. All the movies do really. I so can't wait to own it. I got the first 1 for one christmas and I got the 2nd one for another christmas, so I'll ask for the 3rd one for the coming up christmas as well, hehehe.

About the gym, I think it's a good idea to keep the membership. With the free classes it really is a good deal. Having to go pay for yoga or pilates on its own is just ridiculous and like you said you pay less for the whole membership. The membership is just so versatile really, you can go to diff classes, just do some cardio, strength train, anything you really want! It's up to you though, but I think it's a good idea to keep it. You'll have more variety of exercise options too, which is a good thing.
 
I have Pilates on video but have never put the tapes in my VCR. Bad girl! The gym or a class is a better place for me because it motivates me to workout when I'm around other people who think it's a good idea.
I hear ya on the low cal/workout/gain weight plan. What's up with that?!! Garbage, I tell ya. lol Just keep on keepin' on and that weight will move.
 
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