Yarm's No More Excuses!
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yarmiah
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Saturday morning here. Hubby had to go to some event related to his school and teaching and won't be home to later. I was hoping to hit the gym as I didn't get in yesterday, but I have the kids now. It's supposed to be in the 60's today and tomorrow, so maybe I'll just take the dog for a walk instead.
I will be stopping by the gym while doing quite a few errands today. I have decided to pay for personal traning sessions- 1/2 hour, once a week till my birthday- sorta of a birthday present for me. (I need to go sign the papers). It will cost @$500 but I am worth it, especially when my hubby went and spent over $800 on a PS3 and all it's accessories at Christmas which he knows I was totally opposed to. At least my choice of spending the money is to improve my overhealth health. There is no way I am failing this time! Meeting once a week with a PT will most certainly keep me motivated, and having some "professional" help when I get frustrated, or bored will keep me moving forwad too.
Look out world! Here comes "Skinny Jenny"! (My uncle used to call me that as a kid)
I will be stopping by the gym while doing quite a few errands today. I have decided to pay for personal traning sessions- 1/2 hour, once a week till my birthday- sorta of a birthday present for me. (I need to go sign the papers). It will cost @$500 but I am worth it, especially when my hubby went and spent over $800 on a PS3 and all it's accessories at Christmas which he knows I was totally opposed to. At least my choice of spending the money is to improve my overhealth health. There is no way I am failing this time! Meeting once a week with a PT will most certainly keep me motivated, and having some "professional" help when I get frustrated, or bored will keep me moving forwad too.
Look out world! Here comes "Skinny Jenny"! (My uncle used to call me that as a kid)
yarmiah
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Saturday 2/7/08
Not a paid work day, but did alot today for/from home. Got up and stopped by the gym for some paperwork particulars. Then went to Koh;s to exchange a gift, then TARGET for daughter to spend some of her birthday gift cards, and finally the animal feed store to get food and supplies for the dog and guinea pigs. Then it was off to do about 6 loads of laundry.
Hubby came home after a great finish with an extracurricular club contest with some of his students. First place was awarded to one of his students out of a regional competition. Great for the student, and great for Tim, especially as a first time teacher - he's only got one semester under his belt.
I also wrote a heart felt letter to my hubby about our upcoming anniversary and my desire to be closer to him. Things get routine and boring, and as of late, I feel distanced from him- especially when it comes to being a friend to one another. I'm tired of being the "house wife", and I want more to feel like a friend and partner. He read it and agreed with me, and we will both work on being friends with one another.
I never got around to exercising today, but don't feel bad as i did get 4 days in earlier in the week. Also, the gym suggested a "cheat" day once a week. That's not to suggest a binging day, but a day where you are more relaxed about what you eat, and not be so concerned with tracking caloric intake. I guess today was my cheat day then. I made healthy choices, but did snack today on Jujyfruits and some hershey miniatures. It's hard not to feel guilty eating treats - this is one of my struggles. But I have to get it through my thick skull that it is not realistic to expect to eat everyday, the rest of my life never having an occasional treat. Just have to make sure I don't let one day, turn into 2, and so on. So I'm pretty sure I will be taking the dog for a walk on Sunday.
Saturday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, some
-Calories consumed: ??
-Calories burned: 0
Not a paid work day, but did alot today for/from home. Got up and stopped by the gym for some paperwork particulars. Then went to Koh;s to exchange a gift, then TARGET for daughter to spend some of her birthday gift cards, and finally the animal feed store to get food and supplies for the dog and guinea pigs. Then it was off to do about 6 loads of laundry.
Hubby came home after a great finish with an extracurricular club contest with some of his students. First place was awarded to one of his students out of a regional competition. Great for the student, and great for Tim, especially as a first time teacher - he's only got one semester under his belt.
I also wrote a heart felt letter to my hubby about our upcoming anniversary and my desire to be closer to him. Things get routine and boring, and as of late, I feel distanced from him- especially when it comes to being a friend to one another. I'm tired of being the "house wife", and I want more to feel like a friend and partner. He read it and agreed with me, and we will both work on being friends with one another.
I never got around to exercising today, but don't feel bad as i did get 4 days in earlier in the week. Also, the gym suggested a "cheat" day once a week. That's not to suggest a binging day, but a day where you are more relaxed about what you eat, and not be so concerned with tracking caloric intake. I guess today was my cheat day then. I made healthy choices, but did snack today on Jujyfruits and some hershey miniatures. It's hard not to feel guilty eating treats - this is one of my struggles. But I have to get it through my thick skull that it is not realistic to expect to eat everyday, the rest of my life never having an occasional treat. Just have to make sure I don't let one day, turn into 2, and so on. So I'm pretty sure I will be taking the dog for a walk on Sunday.
Saturday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, some
-Calories consumed: ??
-Calories burned: 0
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yarmiah
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Sunday 2/8/09
Happy Anniversary Hubby & me, 21 years.
Got up and went to church, came home an relaxed a bit, then we went out to Applebees for a late lunch. I was tempted to have an onion ring when hubby ordered them for appetizer, telling myself "it's only 1", but decided it wasnt worth it. I stuck to my diet soda only and ordered the spinach and shrimp salad. I was proud that I didn't help my daughter with her fries too. Got home and did some laundry and shopped for, then subsecquently bought a tent for camping. We went camping last year for the first time in decades and had a blast- I'm looking forward to more weekend getaways camping. Oh, and it was so nice out today in the lower 60's, I took the dog for a walk.
Sunday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, some
-Calories consumed: 1087 (but may eat some popcorn later watching the Grammy's)
-Calories burned: 176
Happy Anniversary Hubby & me, 21 years.
Got up and went to church, came home an relaxed a bit, then we went out to Applebees for a late lunch. I was tempted to have an onion ring when hubby ordered them for appetizer, telling myself "it's only 1", but decided it wasnt worth it. I stuck to my diet soda only and ordered the spinach and shrimp salad. I was proud that I didn't help my daughter with her fries too. Got home and did some laundry and shopped for, then subsecquently bought a tent for camping. We went camping last year for the first time in decades and had a blast- I'm looking forward to more weekend getaways camping. Oh, and it was so nice out today in the lower 60's, I took the dog for a walk.
Sunday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, some
-Calories consumed: 1087 (but may eat some popcorn later watching the Grammy's)
-Calories burned: 176
yarmiah
New member
Monday 2/9/09
Another regular MOnday. Had work, which was tolerable then home to make dinner and wisk the little one to Irish Step. I'm so excited for her- she learned her first hard-show steps! Unfortunately, while at her practice, my tummy was hurting me- crampiness. I can only assume it was from the grilled chicken salad I had for dinner- maybe I ate it too fast. Got home and relaxed on the sofa.
I went to the gym at lunch time and did
30 min of strength training &
30 min on eliptical
Monday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, some
-Calories consumed: 1222
-Calories burned: 505 (seems high, but pluggin in the numbers on the website I'm using).
Another regular MOnday. Had work, which was tolerable then home to make dinner and wisk the little one to Irish Step. I'm so excited for her- she learned her first hard-show steps! Unfortunately, while at her practice, my tummy was hurting me- crampiness. I can only assume it was from the grilled chicken salad I had for dinner- maybe I ate it too fast. Got home and relaxed on the sofa.
I went to the gym at lunch time and did
30 min of strength training &
30 min on eliptical
Monday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, some
-Calories consumed: 1222
-Calories burned: 505 (seems high, but pluggin in the numbers on the website I'm using).
yarmiah
New member
Tuesday 2/10/09
I'm posting this the day after, and man I'm have a hard time remembering yesterday lol! Let's see, went to work, went to gym at lunch and did 40 min on the eliptical, then headed home. Stopped by daycare to pick up Emma, then stop by the pizza place to pick up dinner. I was good and had ONE slice of mush pizza and garden salad. Made up a grocery list and did that while eldest was at piano. Save quite a bit of money with coupons- YAY!
Came home, watched a little tv after puggin all the groceries away. BEST NIGHT OF SLEEP I have had in months, possibly years! Fell asleep and don't recall anything else till hubby's alarm clock went off at 5 30 am. YAY.
Tuesday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, 1/2
-Calories consumed: 1344
-Calories burned: 512
I'm posting this the day after, and man I'm have a hard time remembering yesterday lol! Let's see, went to work, went to gym at lunch and did 40 min on the eliptical, then headed home. Stopped by daycare to pick up Emma, then stop by the pizza place to pick up dinner. I was good and had ONE slice of mush pizza and garden salad. Made up a grocery list and did that while eldest was at piano. Save quite a bit of money with coupons- YAY!
Came home, watched a little tv after puggin all the groceries away. BEST NIGHT OF SLEEP I have had in months, possibly years! Fell asleep and don't recall anything else till hubby's alarm clock went off at 5 30 am. YAY.
Tuesday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, 1/2
-Calories consumed: 1344
-Calories burned: 512
yarmiah
New member
Wed 2/11/09
Never underestimate a good nights sleep. WOW Have I missed getting a solid sleep. I guess I can chalk that up to all this exercise- another benefit.
Today was a regular day: got up, went to work and then to the gym. Working with a trainer seems to make me work harder. I think I sweat more in 30 min him doing machines and other exercises, than I would pushing hard for 45 on the eliptical. And oh man, to my legs hurt now- likely from the lunges we did. After the session with the trainer, I did 15 min on an eliptical- all I could squeeze in before I had to get back to work. It wasnt long after getting back to work and I was really hungry. I didn't over do it, but by the end of hte night, I ate more calories than I had planned to.
Wednesday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, yes
-Calories consumed: 1478
-Calories burned: 432
Never underestimate a good nights sleep. WOW Have I missed getting a solid sleep. I guess I can chalk that up to all this exercise- another benefit.
Today was a regular day: got up, went to work and then to the gym. Working with a trainer seems to make me work harder. I think I sweat more in 30 min him doing machines and other exercises, than I would pushing hard for 45 on the eliptical. And oh man, to my legs hurt now- likely from the lunges we did. After the session with the trainer, I did 15 min on an eliptical- all I could squeeze in before I had to get back to work. It wasnt long after getting back to work and I was really hungry. I didn't over do it, but by the end of hte night, I ate more calories than I had planned to.
Wednesday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, yes
-Calories consumed: 1478
-Calories burned: 432
yarmiah
New member
Thursday 2/12/09
Another on program day today. Ate, exercised, drank water etc. Nothing exciting happening at work or otherwise. Did come home and take care of the chores and then watched CSI and ER.
Wednesday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, yes
-Calories consumed: 1272
-Calories burned: 505
Another on program day today. Ate, exercised, drank water etc. Nothing exciting happening at work or otherwise. Did come home and take care of the chores and then watched CSI and ER.
Wednesday detail:
-Vitamin, YES
-Water, yes
-Calories consumed: 1272
-Calories burned: 505
yarmiah
New member
Weigh In
WTF ????
180.2 ???
Thats a GAIN of 2.4lbs!
I'm pissed and confused.
I eat right, I drink water, I take a multivitamin, and I have been
going to the gym over my lunch hour doing 30 min or more of cardio
(watching my HR between 130-149) and 30 min of weight training.
Let break it down:
-Eat Right: I have been tracking meticulously my caloric intake through
LIVESTRONG website. Keeping my total calories between 1200-1400.
I eat fruits, veggies, dairy and lean protein. I try to eat smaller meals
every 2-3 hours.
-Drink Water: I carry a 32oz water bottle with me and daily drink at least
half of it, most times drinking almost all of it
-Been taking a multivitamin daily, along with a chromium pill per dr.
-going to gym: I have been going for 2 weeks now M-F, with the
exception of missing last Friday because I met with the PT and that
took all of my time. Cardio I do 30 or more min on eliptical or other
low impact machine. I had been workin on the machines M-W-F
for 30 minutes. The PT told me it was ok to work some of my
muscles like my abs and arms more often, so yest I also did
some weights.
(I am pretty sore for my first work out with the PT, not knowing if
that has anything to do with the gain, but certainly not over 2lbs
worth if any contribution at all).
I am not ready to give up by any means. I know what I am doing is
good for me, but it is MORE than frustrating to work so freakin hard
and have the scale not reflect that effort- even worse, have it MOCK
me by showing a gain. This is exactly why I went to the doctor a few
weeks ago - I work and work, and the weight dosnt budge or it
yo yo's. AFter 2 weeks totally focused, a loss and almost the
same gain back- bullsh**!
It has to be in my food intake-I can't possibly do more in the exercise
department. Guess I will review my intake to be sure I dotted my "i's"
and crossed my "t's". Maybe I should eat less? Maybe I should eat
less often?
/sigh
WTF ????
180.2 ???
Thats a GAIN of 2.4lbs!
I'm pissed and confused.
I eat right, I drink water, I take a multivitamin, and I have been
going to the gym over my lunch hour doing 30 min or more of cardio
(watching my HR between 130-149) and 30 min of weight training.
Let break it down:
-Eat Right: I have been tracking meticulously my caloric intake through
LIVESTRONG website. Keeping my total calories between 1200-1400.
I eat fruits, veggies, dairy and lean protein. I try to eat smaller meals
every 2-3 hours.
-Drink Water: I carry a 32oz water bottle with me and daily drink at least
half of it, most times drinking almost all of it
-Been taking a multivitamin daily, along with a chromium pill per dr.
-going to gym: I have been going for 2 weeks now M-F, with the
exception of missing last Friday because I met with the PT and that
took all of my time. Cardio I do 30 or more min on eliptical or other
low impact machine. I had been workin on the machines M-W-F
for 30 minutes. The PT told me it was ok to work some of my
muscles like my abs and arms more often, so yest I also did
some weights.
(I am pretty sore for my first work out with the PT, not knowing if
that has anything to do with the gain, but certainly not over 2lbs
worth if any contribution at all).
I am not ready to give up by any means. I know what I am doing is
good for me, but it is MORE than frustrating to work so freakin hard
and have the scale not reflect that effort- even worse, have it MOCK
me by showing a gain. This is exactly why I went to the doctor a few
weeks ago - I work and work, and the weight dosnt budge or it
yo yo's. AFter 2 weeks totally focused, a loss and almost the
same gain back- bullsh**!
It has to be in my food intake-I can't possibly do more in the exercise
department. Guess I will review my intake to be sure I dotted my "i's"
and crossed my "t's". Maybe I should eat less? Maybe I should eat
less often?
/sigh
Bellaryna
New member
I am no expert but perhaps your not eating enough?
If all you are getting is between 1200-1400 a day and then you are exercising everyday too, I would think you are not getting enough and now your body is hangin on for dear life.
When I am exercising I am suppose to eat like 1800 cals a day. (Per Livestrong) And that is figuring in for a 2# loss every week. (Goal that I set) And weighing in at a bit over 200 for starting weight.
Also if all you are getting is between 16-32oz water daily you need more.
You should at least shoot for 48-64oz. That would put you at 6-8 glasses a day.
One more thing and I will shut-up! LOL Check your sodium intake. With the Livestrong you can see it at the bottom of the page for each day. You don't want to go over 2100mg/day.
If I had to guess a reason for the gain I would say it is a combination of the 3things.
Just try your best to gauge your health not so much by the scale but more on how you feel. Remember that good nights sleep? Also how much more energy do you have? How are the clothes fitting?
Try not to live and die by the scale. 'Cuz it will always disappoint ya.
Your doing a great job Jen. Keep at it. I KNOW you will achieve your goals this time.
If all you are getting is between 1200-1400 a day and then you are exercising everyday too, I would think you are not getting enough and now your body is hangin on for dear life.
When I am exercising I am suppose to eat like 1800 cals a day. (Per Livestrong) And that is figuring in for a 2# loss every week. (Goal that I set) And weighing in at a bit over 200 for starting weight.
Also if all you are getting is between 16-32oz water daily you need more.
You should at least shoot for 48-64oz. That would put you at 6-8 glasses a day.
One more thing and I will shut-up! LOL Check your sodium intake. With the Livestrong you can see it at the bottom of the page for each day. You don't want to go over 2100mg/day.
If I had to guess a reason for the gain I would say it is a combination of the 3things.
Just try your best to gauge your health not so much by the scale but more on how you feel. Remember that good nights sleep? Also how much more energy do you have? How are the clothes fitting?
Try not to live and die by the scale. 'Cuz it will always disappoint ya.
Your doing a great job Jen. Keep at it. I KNOW you will achieve your goals this time.
yarmiah
New member
I'm so pissed . . .
So, even after my frustration with the gain I continue doing the right things:
-eating, water, vitamin, exercise.
Yesterday I went to the gym, as usual. Last week when working out with the trainer I was having difficulty doing crunches on the ball, so we did other exercises instead. So yesterday, after my 30 min of cardio I thought I would attempt some easy crunches on the ball- after all my muscles have had rest for 2 days. I lay back on the ball, and my first attempt up I experience extruciating pain in my abdomen on my lower right side. I'm talking baby birthing pain, not some little strained muscle. I rolled into a fetal position and stayed motionless for about 5 minutes. I collected myself and was surprised the pain subsided to just a burning in that area. I fear I have torn something, or worse given myself a hernia. I did a few arm exercises and then back to work. The rest of the day, I still felt that mild burning, but it was tolerable. But climbing onto the sofa after dinner was painful and then I sneezed, and thought I would die- tears running down my face.
I have an appointment to see the Dr. tomorrow morning (they are booked today). I can't stop thinking about :
#1. that if this is a hernia, it will likely require a surgery to repair, and I really don't have the time or patience of dealing with this crap
#2. that I did this to myself and that makes me mad. Here I am tryin so hard to get into shape and I do just the opposite, it almost makes me wanna cry.
So, even after my frustration with the gain I continue doing the right things:
-eating, water, vitamin, exercise.
Yesterday I went to the gym, as usual. Last week when working out with the trainer I was having difficulty doing crunches on the ball, so we did other exercises instead. So yesterday, after my 30 min of cardio I thought I would attempt some easy crunches on the ball- after all my muscles have had rest for 2 days. I lay back on the ball, and my first attempt up I experience extruciating pain in my abdomen on my lower right side. I'm talking baby birthing pain, not some little strained muscle. I rolled into a fetal position and stayed motionless for about 5 minutes. I collected myself and was surprised the pain subsided to just a burning in that area. I fear I have torn something, or worse given myself a hernia. I did a few arm exercises and then back to work. The rest of the day, I still felt that mild burning, but it was tolerable. But climbing onto the sofa after dinner was painful and then I sneezed, and thought I would die- tears running down my face.
I have an appointment to see the Dr. tomorrow morning (they are booked today). I can't stop thinking about :
#1. that if this is a hernia, it will likely require a surgery to repair, and I really don't have the time or patience of dealing with this crap
#2. that I did this to myself and that makes me mad. Here I am tryin so hard to get into shape and I do just the opposite, it almost makes me wanna cry.
yarmiah
New member
Friday 02/20/09
Sorry for the AFK.
I made the dr. appt for Wednesday, as they had nothing avail Tues.
Shortly after making the appt, I started not feeling so well, and it
was getting worse almost by the hour: headache, sore throat, runny nose,
sinus pressure etc.
By Wed am, I was wiped- it felt almost like the flu. I did go see the
doctor, who is pretty sure it's not a hernia, only a severely strained/pulled
muscle. This was a relief. She told I could continue working out
carefully, but avoid ab exercises for at least 2 weeks. While I was there,
she checked out my other symptoms. Turns out I have an ear infection.
I stayed home from work - which is a rarity.
Here it is Friday morning, and I'm still not feeling great- functional, but
not feeling good. I have not worked out since Monday, but plan to
go today in the hopes it will accelerate my ability to feel better.
My caloric intake has been down due to my sickness, as has been my
water intake. I will get back on track as soon as I feel up to it.
Today's weigh in 178.2lbs, a loss of 2.
Sorry for the AFK.
I made the dr. appt for Wednesday, as they had nothing avail Tues.
Shortly after making the appt, I started not feeling so well, and it
was getting worse almost by the hour: headache, sore throat, runny nose,
sinus pressure etc.
By Wed am, I was wiped- it felt almost like the flu. I did go see the
doctor, who is pretty sure it's not a hernia, only a severely strained/pulled
muscle. This was a relief. She told I could continue working out
carefully, but avoid ab exercises for at least 2 weeks. While I was there,
she checked out my other symptoms. Turns out I have an ear infection.
I stayed home from work - which is a rarity.
Here it is Friday morning, and I'm still not feeling great- functional, but
not feeling good. I have not worked out since Monday, but plan to
go today in the hopes it will accelerate my ability to feel better.
My caloric intake has been down due to my sickness, as has been my
water intake. I will get back on track as soon as I feel up to it.
Today's weigh in 178.2lbs, a loss of 2.
yarmiah
New member
Sheesh- been a busy week!
Monday Irish Step.
Tuesday pancake dinner then piano lessons
Wed rush home, make dinner and then out to Mass
Thur cleaning day.
It's hard to find a few minutes just to log in! Only loss .2lbs this week- again, not sure why as I have been eating right and exercising everyday. ANd I do mean exercise- 30 min of cardio and 30 minutes ot strength/weight training. I did have some tqizzlers early in the week, but kept within my calories. No matter, it's still a loss . . and more importantly I feel great! I have alot of energy and actually WANT to go to the gym, and once I'm there I wish I could stay longer.
Going to dinner with hubby tonight (rescheduled Valentines day dinner when he was sick). Looking forward to it!
Monday Irish Step.
Tuesday pancake dinner then piano lessons
Wed rush home, make dinner and then out to Mass
Thur cleaning day.
It's hard to find a few minutes just to log in! Only loss .2lbs this week- again, not sure why as I have been eating right and exercising everyday. ANd I do mean exercise- 30 min of cardio and 30 minutes ot strength/weight training. I did have some tqizzlers early in the week, but kept within my calories. No matter, it's still a loss . . and more importantly I feel great! I have alot of energy and actually WANT to go to the gym, and once I'm there I wish I could stay longer.
Going to dinner with hubby tonight (rescheduled Valentines day dinner when he was sick). Looking forward to it!