This healthy lifestyle can be hit or miss for me some days. For instance, last week I couldn't get enough exercise. This week...I've only worked out ONCE!!! WTF?!?!? I figured it out. I didn't meal plan this week. When I don't meal plan I eat whatever...not bad...but not food that fuels my body. So in essence I have felt really sluggish...not wanting to do anything. The week isn't over though. There are 2 more days...which means I can still get in some exercise. That is the plan as of now. To finish the week strong.
Howe is everyone this week. I've been reading the blogs...but not commenting. I usually read and comment at work...but with the new DOJ rules in place...I'm limiting my Internet access at work. Trust me when I tell you it is hard...especially on Friday. I have no desire to do much of anything...but surf the web.
Have a FABULOUS weekend everyone.
Thursday, March 22, 2012
Monday, March 19, 2012
New Low
Saw a new low on the scale during my weekly weigh-in. I'm super excited!! I'm 10 lbs away from meeting my end of April goal. I'm excited.
Tonight is BP. Not really looking forward to it. But I gotta meet my goals...which means going to the dang gym. BTW. I ran another 3K at the gym on Friday morning. I didn't enjoy it as much on the treadmill as I did outside. We shall try it again tonight.
OMG...the StairMaster is evil. But I will prevail.
Have an awesome week.
Tonight is BP. Not really looking forward to it. But I gotta meet my goals...which means going to the dang gym. BTW. I ran another 3K at the gym on Friday morning. I didn't enjoy it as much on the treadmill as I did outside. We shall try it again tonight.
OMG...the StairMaster is evil. But I will prevail.
Have an awesome week.
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
My First 3K
Remember I promised myself that I would work out 5 days this week. I'm keeping my promise. Two days down...three to go. Yesterday I went home and I did drag my kids around in the wagon. We went on a 1.5 mile walk to the park (3 mile walk combined). Then we played on the swings. After getting them fed, bathed and settled in bed I relaxed and watched an episode of CSI: Miami.
Then it was time for my real workout. So I laced up my running shoes and hit the pavement. I completed a 3K run in 31 minutes and 41 seconds. Sounds horrible right. But who cares. I ran the entire thing minus the 5 minute warm up. I'm pretty stoked about it.
Tonight will more than likely include a run or rollerblading. It depends on how early I put the kids down.
Hope everyone is having an awesome week. It's hump day....so hump away.
Then it was time for my real workout. So I laced up my running shoes and hit the pavement. I completed a 3K run in 31 minutes and 41 seconds. Sounds horrible right. But who cares. I ran the entire thing minus the 5 minute warm up. I'm pretty stoked about it.
Tonight will more than likely include a run or rollerblading. It depends on how early I put the kids down.
Hope everyone is having an awesome week. It's hump day....so hump away.
Tuesday, March 13, 2012
I wanna swim
I never learned how to swim. In high school we were required to take a swim class for one semester. I was registered for the class. Instead of taking the class...I dated the teacher. Ugh...I know...horrible...but true. I didn't want to mess up my hair.
I regret that decision now. I really wish I new how to swim. I would love to go to the gym and jump in the pull and swim laps. I'm sure that is a great form of exercise. The plan is to take swim lessons. I will as soon...I hope.
Last night was BP. I went...and the entire time I wanted to slap the instructor. She does not interact well with the class. She never checks form. She is to busy getting her workout in. I guess I like interaction. I actually upped my weights yesterday so that was exciting. I'm looking forward to the next class. Tonight I'm going to throw the kids in the wagon and pull them around the subdivision. This will be a great workout because they are heavy. LOL. No...I will actually go for a run tonight after I put my kiddos to sleep.
Hope everyone is having a fantastic week so far. If not...remember...it could be worse.
I regret that decision now. I really wish I new how to swim. I would love to go to the gym and jump in the pull and swim laps. I'm sure that is a great form of exercise. The plan is to take swim lessons. I will as soon...I hope.
Last night was BP. I went...and the entire time I wanted to slap the instructor. She does not interact well with the class. She never checks form. She is to busy getting her workout in. I guess I like interaction. I actually upped my weights yesterday so that was exciting. I'm looking forward to the next class. Tonight I'm going to throw the kids in the wagon and pull them around the subdivision. This will be a great workout because they are heavy. LOL. No...I will actually go for a run tonight after I put my kiddos to sleep.
Hope everyone is having a fantastic week so far. If not...remember...it could be worse.
Monday, March 12, 2012
I gots nada
Nothing to report. Last week was a wash on the exercise front. I just wanted to sleep. So this week I'm going to work out 5 days. Ugh...the horror of it all. I have to make up though. I have goals I need to meet.
I haven't had a fill since November. I would not say I'm in my sweet spot...but I'm not in need. I'm learning to control my intake on me own. However, I have one schedule 2 days after I return from my girls weekend at the end of April. I will need it by then.
I am running out of clothes that fit. Yup. I have a handful of shirts and pants that I can wear to work. OMG...and my selection for church is even smaller. It's all good though. I will wait until they are falling off before I go shopping. On the weekends I live in my workout clothes...not because they are super cute...but I have no shirts to go with the crap load of jeans Boo gave me. Oh well.
Have an awesome week!!
I haven't had a fill since November. I would not say I'm in my sweet spot...but I'm not in need. I'm learning to control my intake on me own. However, I have one schedule 2 days after I return from my girls weekend at the end of April. I will need it by then.
I am running out of clothes that fit. Yup. I have a handful of shirts and pants that I can wear to work. OMG...and my selection for church is even smaller. It's all good though. I will wait until they are falling off before I go shopping. On the weekends I live in my workout clothes...not because they are super cute...but I have no shirts to go with the crap load of jeans Boo gave me. Oh well.
Have an awesome week!!
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
I'm soooo sleepy
I didn't make it to BP last night. I planned on it..but I was/am tired. I pulled into my drive way and took a 10 minute power nap in the car before going in to deal with my household. All I wanted to do was go to sleep. Instead I played with the kids and cleaned my bathrooms (I clean the bathrooms every other day...I can't stand a dirty bathroom). After putting the kids to bed at 7 I wanted to go to sleep myself. Then I remembered...duh I haven't eaten anything. I hate waking up hungry so I peddled around until Charles made it home and I had a sandwich. Nothing heavy. Hit the spot.
So off to bed I go after showering and ironing. Only problem...Book 2 of the Hunger Game Trilogy. Sigh...I was so close to being done. I should just finish it then go to sleep. Which is what I did. But dang if it wasn't already 11:45 pm. Tonight...I'm going to be at 8. I don't care. I want to sleep.
I cleaned up the Rollerblades. But I can't find my knee pads. I will keep yall posted on when the fateful event will happen. LOL There may even be pictures.
BTW...I used my 30 minute lunch to take a nap...just sad.
So off to bed I go after showering and ironing. Only problem...Book 2 of the Hunger Game Trilogy. Sigh...I was so close to being done. I should just finish it then go to sleep. Which is what I did. But dang if it wasn't already 11:45 pm. Tonight...I'm going to be at 8. I don't care. I want to sleep.
I cleaned up the Rollerblades. But I can't find my knee pads. I will keep yall posted on when the fateful event will happen. LOL There may even be pictures.
BTW...I used my 30 minute lunch to take a nap...just sad.
Monday, March 5, 2012
Thankful in spite of
Things have been going to the dogs in my life as of late. But guess what. I'm still thankful to God for all He has done for me and will continue to do for me. I'm going to keep doing what I know how to do and that is survive.
I say this to tell you...don't give up on yourself or your situation when it gets to hard. Giving up allows the other part to win. I refuse to let them beat me. I will not only get through this, but I will come out of it brand new.
In other news....
I went to an early morning Body Pump class on Friday. Let me just say it was the best BP class I have taken. The instructor was awesome and lively. Although it was a nice size class, I didn't have to fight for room wot workout. It was great. I can't wait to go to this class every other Friday morning. Tonight I have BP...but before it starts I will get to get in at least 45 minutes of Cardio. Thank goodness.
My weight dropped a pound...then went back up that same pound. Craziness. But I'm moving on. I have my meals for the week planned out. Well at least my dinner meals. I never plan my lunch anymore. Crazy, but I don't. I just grab what's in the fridge or I eat out of the chow hall while at work.
I was cleaning out this closet this weekend and found my Rollerblades. I totally want to put them to use again. I will give it a try one day this week and let you know how it goes. I just hope nothing gets broken.
Have a great week!!
With love,
I say this to tell you...don't give up on yourself or your situation when it gets to hard. Giving up allows the other part to win. I refuse to let them beat me. I will not only get through this, but I will come out of it brand new.
In other news....
I went to an early morning Body Pump class on Friday. Let me just say it was the best BP class I have taken. The instructor was awesome and lively. Although it was a nice size class, I didn't have to fight for room wot workout. It was great. I can't wait to go to this class every other Friday morning. Tonight I have BP...but before it starts I will get to get in at least 45 minutes of Cardio. Thank goodness.
My weight dropped a pound...then went back up that same pound. Craziness. But I'm moving on. I have my meals for the week planned out. Well at least my dinner meals. I never plan my lunch anymore. Crazy, but I don't. I just grab what's in the fridge or I eat out of the chow hall while at work.
I was cleaning out this closet this weekend and found my Rollerblades. I totally want to put them to use again. I will give it a try one day this week and let you know how it goes. I just hope nothing gets broken.
Have a great week!!
With love,
Wednesday, February 29, 2012
Good morning, Good morning....
Good morning to you!!!
I see that everyone is excited about BOOBS 2012. I've en read that some have already purchased their plane ticket. Good for you. I will be there. I already have my wonderful roommates lined up. Don't be sad that you can't stay with me....it's okay. LOL
Last week I did not workout one time. Nope...nada. I was tired after training and all I wanted to do was go home and sleep. It didn't happen, because my kiddos don't think mama should take a nap. Heck the don't even want me to sit down.
Saturday was a great day. I met up with some Texas BOOBS for lunch in Waco. It is always amazing to spend time with these ladies. I always walk away feeling renewed...like I can really do this. Each and everyone of them inspire me to do better.
The remainder of the weekend was uneventful. I started a new work scheduled this week. Being at work for 9 hours is not the best thing in the world. But hey. I get an 3 day weekend every other week. I will take it.
On the band front. Things are pretty good. I'm at a good restriction level. I have an appointment for a fill on March 13th. Unless things change I will cancel and reschedule it. I schedule an appointment every month....just in case. On the weight loss front I hit a new low this week. I'm super excited. I only have 26 lbs to get to my birthday goal. My birthday is in July. I hope to surpass my goal by then.
Seriously...Body Pump is not a fun class. I don't even like it. However, I keep going back. I know it is the only way I'm going to get some weight training into my routine. But I want to point out that I don't like it. LOL
I see that everyone is excited about BOOBS 2012. I've en read that some have already purchased their plane ticket. Good for you. I will be there. I already have my wonderful roommates lined up. Don't be sad that you can't stay with me....it's okay. LOL
Last week I did not workout one time. Nope...nada. I was tired after training and all I wanted to do was go home and sleep. It didn't happen, because my kiddos don't think mama should take a nap. Heck the don't even want me to sit down.
Saturday was a great day. I met up with some Texas BOOBS for lunch in Waco. It is always amazing to spend time with these ladies. I always walk away feeling renewed...like I can really do this. Each and everyone of them inspire me to do better.
The remainder of the weekend was uneventful. I started a new work scheduled this week. Being at work for 9 hours is not the best thing in the world. But hey. I get an 3 day weekend every other week. I will take it.
On the band front. Things are pretty good. I'm at a good restriction level. I have an appointment for a fill on March 13th. Unless things change I will cancel and reschedule it. I schedule an appointment every month....just in case. On the weight loss front I hit a new low this week. I'm super excited. I only have 26 lbs to get to my birthday goal. My birthday is in July. I hope to surpass my goal by then.
Seriously...Body Pump is not a fun class. I don't even like it. However, I keep going back. I know it is the only way I'm going to get some weight training into my routine. But I want to point out that I don't like it. LOL
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Stop the presses!!!
I have 200 followers!!! Wow!! I'm in shock and very grateful that people actually want to read what I have to say.
Thank you for your continued support and encouragement on this journey.
Love,
Thank you for your continued support and encouragement on this journey.
Love,
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
It's been awhile...
I stopped posting. I started to feel discontent with blogging. Then I realized...I started this blog for ME!!!!! This is my blog and my thoughts. I can stop reading other blogs today if I want (I don't by the way). I need to write for me. So here goes.
My weight was up from my lowest...but it is back down. The last month has not consisted of enough exercise and lots of crap eating. During the last weeks of January and the early weeks of February my job is in training mode. During that time I'm required to work positions that are not my own...this means shift work...shift work for me means milkshakes, chips, onion rings...etc. A WHOLE LOT OF CRAP!!!
So this week I'm back to normal...at least I thought. Until I realized I agreed to faciliate a 3 day training course in Austin. Ugh...nowhere to store food....or warm up food. The place that has the trainign won't allow you to bring outside food into the facility as they have their own restaurant. Frustrating!! I can control breakfast, dinner and snacks...lunch is up in the air.
This weekend I get to meet up with some Texas BOOBS!! I'm super excited.
I've done 2 Bodypump classes. It's okay...I'm not sure what the big deal is...but I will keep going back. Now I need to find another way to get in cardio. I'm not longer going to my Go-Go Cardio class because I just can't afford it right now. I pay $25 a month for the gym...paying an addition $15 per class or a $110 for two months just to attend Go-Go Cardio is soooo not in my nonexistent budget right now. I miss it though.
It is starting to get warm here in Austin...I can start running again....I hope. LOL
So what have you lovelies been up to?
BTW...I'm reading your post...not commenting much...but I'm reading.
My weight was up from my lowest...but it is back down. The last month has not consisted of enough exercise and lots of crap eating. During the last weeks of January and the early weeks of February my job is in training mode. During that time I'm required to work positions that are not my own...this means shift work...shift work for me means milkshakes, chips, onion rings...etc. A WHOLE LOT OF CRAP!!!
So this week I'm back to normal...at least I thought. Until I realized I agreed to faciliate a 3 day training course in Austin. Ugh...nowhere to store food....or warm up food. The place that has the trainign won't allow you to bring outside food into the facility as they have their own restaurant. Frustrating!! I can control breakfast, dinner and snacks...lunch is up in the air.
This weekend I get to meet up with some Texas BOOBS!! I'm super excited.
I've done 2 Bodypump classes. It's okay...I'm not sure what the big deal is...but I will keep going back. Now I need to find another way to get in cardio. I'm not longer going to my Go-Go Cardio class because I just can't afford it right now. I pay $25 a month for the gym...paying an addition $15 per class or a $110 for two months just to attend Go-Go Cardio is soooo not in my nonexistent budget right now. I miss it though.
It is starting to get warm here in Austin...I can start running again....I hope. LOL
So what have you lovelies been up to?
BTW...I'm reading your post...not commenting much...but I'm reading.
Friday, February 10, 2012
Monday, February 6, 2012
It's just another Manic Monday
On Saturday I checked out the consignment shop dedicated to plus sized women. it was decent. I actually purchased 3 pieces. A cute purple and black dress, cute blue jean pencil skirt with a red hot tie in the back, and a really sexy black shirt with ruffles. Each of these items were in a size I do not normally wear. It feels good to buy in a smaller size, every when it is not your size. Style blogger Savonne, says you should always try things own because you never know what is going to fit you. She is right.
I still didn't work up the patience go thrifting...but there is always next weekend.
Have a wonderful week everyone! My schedule is crazy this week. Covering custody post so there will be a couple of midnight and mid-day shifts...as well as my regular shift. It drives me insane.
I still didn't work up the patience go thrifting...but there is always next weekend.
Have a wonderful week everyone! My schedule is crazy this week. Covering custody post so there will be a couple of midnight and mid-day shifts...as well as my regular shift. It drives me insane.
Friday, February 3, 2012
Happy Friday!!!
I didn't make it to Body Pump or Zumba last night. My mom wasn't feeling well (she stayed up the night before reading a book), so I had to stay home with the kiddos. No biggie. Tomorrow is another day.
I received my ATT Letter informing me that I had been approved to retake the test. Yup. I'm scheduled to take the test on June 16th. Seems like forever...but it is only 4 months. I'm already mapping out my study schedule.
On the band front. I have an appointment for a fill on February 14th...Valentine's day for most people...just another day in the month for me. I know she is not going to want to give me a fill...but I need one. Yes, I've almost lost 10 lbs since the last visit...but I'm HONGRY!!!
Yesterday while reading the many fashion blogs I follow (all are about women with curves), I decided to give thrifting a try...again. Keep in mind I have absolutely NO DAMN PATIENCE so this is a big deal. In my research I found a consignment shop her in Austin exclusively for plus sized women. What the what?!?! Yup...I'm going this weekend. It's not like I need any clothes...but I just want to see what they have to offer. Other than a little shopping, working and bill paying...my weekend is going to be boring.
What are you weekend plans? I hope they are better than mine.
I received my ATT Letter informing me that I had been approved to retake the test. Yup. I'm scheduled to take the test on June 16th. Seems like forever...but it is only 4 months. I'm already mapping out my study schedule.
On the band front. I have an appointment for a fill on February 14th...Valentine's day for most people...just another day in the month for me. I know she is not going to want to give me a fill...but I need one. Yes, I've almost lost 10 lbs since the last visit...but I'm HONGRY!!!
Yesterday while reading the many fashion blogs I follow (all are about women with curves), I decided to give thrifting a try...again. Keep in mind I have absolutely NO DAMN PATIENCE so this is a big deal. In my research I found a consignment shop her in Austin exclusively for plus sized women. What the what?!?! Yup...I'm going this weekend. It's not like I need any clothes...but I just want to see what they have to offer. Other than a little shopping, working and bill paying...my weekend is going to be boring.
What are you weekend plans? I hope they are better than mine.
Thursday, February 2, 2012
Turbo Kick SUCKED!!!
That's right. The freaking Turbo Kick class I went to last night was a total waste of my time. I could of had a V8!!
I own the Turbo Kick DVD's. On occasion I break out the 20 minute workout and make it happen. So I knew what to expect. A great cardio workout that would leave me sweating buckets. I WAS WRONG!!! After 35 minutes in this class...my clothes were still dry...my pigtails (yes I wear pigtails for my workouts) were not dripping water. I planned on finishing the class...even though I wasn't getting the workout I desired. But I bent down to take a sip of water...instead of standing up and finishing. I grabbed my keys and bounced. Yup...I only completed 37 minutes of the class...because I couldn't believe that I was in Turbo Kick and not sweating. Needless to say I will not go back to this class. I will just stick with my DVDs. I am however going to try kickboxing at this location. I refuse to deal with the skinny attitude girl at the other location.
Tonight I'm scheduled to try Body Pump...which is conveniently followed by Zumba. I think I will stay for both. I do miss Zumba.
I own the Turbo Kick DVD's. On occasion I break out the 20 minute workout and make it happen. So I knew what to expect. A great cardio workout that would leave me sweating buckets. I WAS WRONG!!! After 35 minutes in this class...my clothes were still dry...my pigtails (yes I wear pigtails for my workouts) were not dripping water. I planned on finishing the class...even though I wasn't getting the workout I desired. But I bent down to take a sip of water...instead of standing up and finishing. I grabbed my keys and bounced. Yup...I only completed 37 minutes of the class...because I couldn't believe that I was in Turbo Kick and not sweating. Needless to say I will not go back to this class. I will just stick with my DVDs. I am however going to try kickboxing at this location. I refuse to deal with the skinny attitude girl at the other location.
Tonight I'm scheduled to try Body Pump...which is conveniently followed by Zumba. I think I will stay for both. I do miss Zumba.
Wednesday, February 1, 2012
Epic FAIL
Yes...I failed my test. Don't freak out...it's okay. I have already submitted my application to retest. I should get a reply in the next couple of days. I'm thinking I can retest in either March or April. Either way...plenty of time to study.
Now that the test drama is over I'm working on the kids ability to recognize letters and words. This week we are working on the letter A for the week. We have our sight words ready to go. I love learning...I hope my kiddos will too. They both take a book to bed every night...even though they can't read. I love it.
Charles has weekends off for the next 2 months!!! Hell yeah I'm happy. We have decided we will get up early every Saturday morning and go for a hike on the many trails that Austin has to offer. I'm looking forward to it.
I'm also back on the tracking bandwagon. Ugh...I hate it...but I promised I would give it a try...so I'm doing it. My weight is still at my new low...which is an accomplishment after last week. This is the third week I have missed Go-Go Cardio. I miss it so. I should be back on track next week. Tonight is TurboKick (first time) and tomorrow is Bodypump. I hope I like this. I'm also going to the gym Friday night. I love the gym on Friday and Saturday...nobody is there. LOL
Hope everyone is having a great week.
Now that the test drama is over I'm working on the kids ability to recognize letters and words. This week we are working on the letter A for the week. We have our sight words ready to go. I love learning...I hope my kiddos will too. They both take a book to bed every night...even though they can't read. I love it.
Charles has weekends off for the next 2 months!!! Hell yeah I'm happy. We have decided we will get up early every Saturday morning and go for a hike on the many trails that Austin has to offer. I'm looking forward to it.
I'm also back on the tracking bandwagon. Ugh...I hate it...but I promised I would give it a try...so I'm doing it. My weight is still at my new low...which is an accomplishment after last week. This is the third week I have missed Go-Go Cardio. I miss it so. I should be back on track next week. Tonight is TurboKick (first time) and tomorrow is Bodypump. I hope I like this. I'm also going to the gym Friday night. I love the gym on Friday and Saturday...nobody is there. LOL
Hope everyone is having a great week.
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