Rho's Diary

Haha Blancita,

It just shows how lost I was, that I'd be happy to see a strange man like you said! I decided to be careful this time, so I took an alarm thing with me so if I get attacked, I can at least deafen my attacker (and myself, but who cares - at least I'll be on my feet and running by that time..)

If my friends could join me more regularly then great! But I know they won't be interested, and to be honest, I DO like going off by myself. I tend to be the person that calms everything and everyone down, so when we get lost I'll have to deal with the added pressure of calming my friends down, and that's energy that could be spent in finding a way out! But this works out great for everyone - at least they all know that they can do it with me whenever they want..

I love the idea of hiking with a bunch of regular people who know what they're doing, like you said. It's the feeling that you can all share your knowledge of what works for you individually (for example it was on WLF that I learned to take an extra pair of socks with me so as not to develop blisters...these are little but extremely important things). Plus, you're right. I always UNDER eat whenever I go out walking. Yesterday, for example, by the time I'd finished the walk, I calculated how many calories I'd ingested for the day, and it was just over 1000! So I had to eat something sharpish when I got home. I think it's the distraction - there's so much more than food, such as putting one foot in front of the other... or making sure you're not lost. Was there a leader with your hiking club? I really quite like the idea cos I keep intending to join the Ramblers (a walking association) but all the walks they seem to have done these past couple of months have been
1.) in urban areas (which I'm not really into at the moment), and
2.) have been no more than 7 or 8 miles, and I want to push myself (I did 17 miles yesterday!)
Once they have more difficult walks, I'll be more willing to join, I think..

I can't believe how quickly things change! Only a couple of months ago I wouldn't have thought I'd be able to walk for longer than an hour, yet here I am craving whole day treks! It's amazing how much the human body can take..
 
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I think that this evolution of yours is fascinating Rho! I love how dedicated you are to motivating and pushing yourself physically. The best part about your incentive is that you enjoy it, and are finding out about yourself as you accomplish each new goal. The weight loss aspect seems to be a benefit, no more. It doesn't seem as though you're out wandering around getting lost, to lose a few pounds. ;) You're doing it because it's fun! I love that, and I have no doubt that your next weigh-in is going to reflect your endeavors.
 
Thanks Sara,

I think it's a case of me fighting back, finally. I'm tired of being unhappy about my size and doing nothing about it. This is my chance to fight back so dammit I'm trying my best. I'm convinced it's a lifestyle change so I guess I'm keen to do all I can to make it sustainable, I guess. Walking is not really associated with exercise (in my brain, anyway), which is perfect, because I doubt I'll be going to the gym forever... But I can always walk... (I saw a few elderly couples on walks crisscrossing mine and they looked quite fit)

Thanks for the kind words - I'm really still just trying to find what works for me, I guess. I don't want to tie myself into the gym for fear I might get bored. You seem to have found a pattern that works for you (you're up to 21lbs now, from 19lbs loss, which is great!) so I hope the next time I weigh myself I'll also have good news :)
 
Li'l update

I went to see Die Hard 4 today, which was as cool as I expected (Brucie is just as sexy as ever...hell, even more so). I was so stiff afterwards though, from sitting in the same position for so long. I could hardly stand, let alone walk!

So I decided to walk home instead. At first it was really painful and slow, but it got slowly better and my pace quickened a lot toward the end. So that's my theory proved! Nothing takes away the soreness from exercise like more exercise!

And now I'm off to eat the barbecued chicken I got myself from Nandos, and watch Dexter :)

Have a nice night all..
 
RhoRho said:
I'm convinced it's a lifestyle change so I guess I'm keen to do all I can to make it sustainable, I guess.
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I think that's fabulous. I live next to this boulevard intended mainly for bikers/walkers and at any time day or night, there's always people milling up and down it. Everyone is either fit, or in the process of becoming fit. I think that walking is a great exercise. It is one of the most enjoyable types of exercise there is. I would go for walks, but I don't like staring at the road by myself, I don't have the culture surrounding me as you do. (lame excuse I know) But the way that I'm making excuses for why I'm not doing it is something that you're not doing. You're just getting out there and not only going for a mere walk, 10-17 mile treks at a time. You're doing a great job. I sincerely believe your next weigh-in will show you good results as your last one did.

Nothing takes away the soreness from exercise like more exercise!
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I agree! :cool:
 
And then she walked home from the movie theater?! Wow Rho, you're really putting me to shame :). I haven't done a stitch of exercise all day. Tomorrow is another day however.

When is your next weigh in? I torture myself every morning.
 
Hmmnn, Sara,

I just think each person needs to find something that works for them. You're so much more enthusiastic about the gym and classes than I am! I think it's great cos at least you've found what works for you and you're excited about it. Don't think that you're making excuses by not going out and walking long distances - it's just not your thing (at least for now), just like jogging (or running) isn't my thing (at least for now).

I really hope the scales cooperate. If not, ah well, I push on..

Blancita my dear, don't feel bad for not doing any exercise yesterday. To be entirely honest, if I had only 11lbs to lose, it'd be very hard for me too! I'm trying to limit my weigh-ins to once a fortnight so I don't go through different emotional stages each day. The scales aren't kind to me, and if I weighed myself everyday I'd weigh something different each time so I'd much rather just wait... My next weigh-in is next week, so I'll just have to hope that I've done enough work to warrant a loss.. :)
 
Keeping my fingers crossed that you have a good result on weigh-in day. You probably burned at least an additional 3500 calories/1 lb on your walk. Now Sara surely wouldn't be able to do a walk like that this time of year in Florida, it is extremely hot there (and here right now as well).
 
Oh my god - it was so hot that day I kept putting on sunscreen, as dark as I am! I sweated buckets!! Thankfully I'd had the brilliant idea of freezing a couple of my bottles of water so they remained cool in my bag for the rest of the day. Warm water has to be the most annoying thing ever!

If Sara was to do such a walk I'd recommend bathing in sunscreen from head to toe, and walking with the widest brimmed hat and lots of freezing water. And a jacket, cos you freeze afterwards!

Cheers Blancita :)
 
You're right, I think it's pretty cool that we've both found what works for us. It takes a little searching to figure it out, but it's certainly worth it. Yeah I don't know how hot it is in London at the moment, but I can barely muster the energy to lay outside hahaha. I think I'm going to head to the beach tomorrow though, just a little secluded part I like. I hope you are having a lovely day Rho.
 
Sara - This is probably the only week in which the weather can be passably taken as summer. Saturday had the highest temperatures and sun index. However it still becomes freezing cold at night so I guess summer's taken a holiday this year. The beach sounds like so much fun right now - I'd pack up a little picnic, a book, my MP3 player,a blanket and sunshades and just go :) I hope you enjoy it..

Blancita, it's funny you should mention eating. Yesterday was not the best day in terms of my appetite. I just felt like I hadn't eaten enough, especially sweet things. Anyhoo, here's what I had in total:

1 plain bagel (200 cals)+ boiled eggs (105 cals each)
1 250ml cup apple & elderflower juice (100 cals)
2 mandarins (50 cals)
1 chicken fillet (200 cals) + rice + vegetables (it had to be around 300 cals, even with all the veg)
Some low fat yoghurt (80 cals) with crushed mixed nuts (100 cals)+ chopped up apple (50 cals)
Second bagel (200 cals) + 2 slices ham (15 cals each)+ 2 slices processed cheese (37 cals each)+ half a florette salad bag

Extra sauces (e.g. mustard) ~ 100 cals

Hmmnn, now that I calculate it, it turns out to be just over 1700 cals, which I guess isn't too bad. I think the problem was the bagels. It takes more than one to satisfy me. Maybe it's the fact that I'm eating ONE that immediately makes me think it's not enough, or maybe it's because it's processed carbs, but I'll keep away from them. For the same amount of calories in one bagel, I could have 4 slices of my usual wholemeal bread. (Maybe I'm just greedy and I like quantity - 4's better than 1)

I'm more prepared today. I've got my fruit, and I'll be downing loads of water today so I'll see if I feel hungry, or crave anything. I've also got an aubergine so I'll look for a way to make it edible.. I'm also heading back to the gym tonight (I'm mostly healed, would you believe). Hopefully I'll have done enough work on my dissertation by then..:drooling:

Have a lovely day guys..
 
RhoRho said:
For the same amount of calories in one bagel, I could have 4 slices of my usual wholemeal bread. (Maybe I'm just greedy and I like quantity - 4's better than 1)
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If you're greedy, so am I. The reason I eat the stuff I eat besides nutritional value, is that I get MORE. Which is important to someone like me! lol I just talked about (in my diary) what I was packing to go to the beach, you listed the same stuff. Also you didn't do poorly yesterday 1700 is where you should be right? Anyways, I hope you have a nice day Rho ;)
 
Today was good. Internet browser seriously playing up so I'll keep it brief.

Cardio for 60mins, burning 666 calories (eeek!)

Food was good. Altogether happy (walked home from gym). Too much work but I'll get through it.

Have a great evening all.
 
Hey, it's so great to hear how well you're doing! I'm so happy for you that you're doing things you didn't think you could or would do! Keep up the great work on your walks and eating! You'll reach your goals for sure :D
 
I'm just curious to see how your day has been so far Rho, and wondering how the food/exercise program is going. I hope we haven't lost you amongst London brambles! ;)
 
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