Workout: 30DS + 2 miles
Friends: The One With The Engagement Pictures
Both workouts were fine. I slept so great last night... and I didn't have to get up early to work out because it is summer break! So I worked out at 7 - SO nice! I think I would prefer to get started between 6 & 6:30, but I couldn't get myself out of bed that early this morning.
Neck is still incredibly sore and stiff. Dave massaged it last night and it didn't help at all. I took some back pain pills this morning and it is still sore, but I can at least turn my head now. Hamster is still hanging on for dear life. I've given him permission to go, but apparently he doesn't care about what I say. Dave and I have gone round and round about what is the best thing to do for him - he wants to poison him, but I can't stand the thought of that. So ultimately, he thinks it is more humane to allow him to die naturally in his own environment - where he is fed, watered, warm and safe. I defer to him, because I can't stand the thought of intentionally killing an animal (costs $49 to have the vet do it!!!). I think the stress of this situation is manifesting itself in my still, sore neck... so I need him to get on with it already!!!
Ran in shoes today. Heart rate was slightly higher than when I run barefoot: 160ish bpm. Still much lower than that 176 it was when I first started. I think I'm doing the right thing by going slow. Maybe by the fall I'll be able to run a decent pace again without wanting to kill myself the whole time.
When I think back to the three years I spent trying so hard to be a runner, I know that I truly enjoyed running on very few occasions. It was more a matter of sheer determination and will to accomplish what I wanted to accomplish. A matter of pride in being able to tell people that I ran 5-12 miles. A matter of obsession in burning calories or keeping to a training plan. I started out with good motivation - wanting to run and enjoy it. I had that very briefly until last summer when I became obsessive about it all. I need to not be like that. My family needs me to not be like that. I am enjoying my workouts and my eating right now. I'm not trying to lose weight, I'm trying to be healthy. And truly, I don't NEED to lose weight... I'm good where I'm at. I NEED to get my cholesterol lowered and to be in a place where I enjoy working out so I get the benefit of exercising everyday, but don't do it for fear that if I don't I'll get fatter. I've been at this weight (although tend to gain 5lbs at christmas and then lose it in January) for 4 1/2 years, I think I can be confident that I no longer have to run away from those 15 pounds.
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Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Thursday June 2, 2011
Workout: 30DS + 2 1/2 miles
Friends: The One with The Proposal
Tired today. And sore. Debated about getting up - had quite the argument in my head before I finally got myself out of bed. Ultimately, it is so much nicer to just be done and have it over with rather than trying to find time during the day to get a workout & shower in.
30DS was fine. I could tell my body was sore & tired while I was running though. I ran 2 miles at 5.0 and then walked the last half of a mile because I was sick of it.
Calves are sore today. Bottoms of my feet are still tender. I like being sore in different places because I feel like I'm getting a different or better workout, so I like it that my calves are sore - they normally are not. And they're sore on the inside of my leg, rather than the back. Body. is. tired.
Had an interesting conversation over email with a friend yesterday. She is the same height is me and weighs 155. She, too, has been trying to lose weight by eating 6 small meals throughout the day. She has had some initial success, but then it stopped. Anyway, while going over things via email she says: Wait - do you see that you're 122??? Are you not getting that? I mean is it the frustration of not being able to figure out how to lose those last couple of pounds? or are you seeing something in the mirror that doesn't match what is actually there?
Made me pause. Here was my response:
Friends: The One with The Proposal
Tired today. And sore. Debated about getting up - had quite the argument in my head before I finally got myself out of bed. Ultimately, it is so much nicer to just be done and have it over with rather than trying to find time during the day to get a workout & shower in.
30DS was fine. I could tell my body was sore & tired while I was running though. I ran 2 miles at 5.0 and then walked the last half of a mile because I was sick of it.
Calves are sore today. Bottoms of my feet are still tender. I like being sore in different places because I feel like I'm getting a different or better workout, so I like it that my calves are sore - they normally are not. And they're sore on the inside of my leg, rather than the back. Body. is. tired.
Had an interesting conversation over email with a friend yesterday. She is the same height is me and weighs 155. She, too, has been trying to lose weight by eating 6 small meals throughout the day. She has had some initial success, but then it stopped. Anyway, while going over things via email she says: Wait - do you see that you're 122??? Are you not getting that? I mean is it the frustration of not being able to figure out how to lose those last couple of pounds? or are you seeing something in the mirror that doesn't match what is actually there?
Made me pause. Here was my response:
- Yes, I see that I'm 122! Believe me, its not lost on me! I"m happy with 122, but based on my body type, I wish I was slightly less... however, I've never been willing or able to get down past 119 and stay there. I'm just not willing to do what it takes, I guess. And I have to remind myself that no matter what my weight - 122, 110, 135, 145, I will always have the same body issues - just on a smaller or larger scale. I have big and long muscles but short distances from joint to joint (elbow to wrist / knee to ankle). So instead of being thin and lean, my long, big muscles look huge & I don't have those shapely calves/ankles that I would love to have and I feel like my arms look fat - even though I know I'm strong, it just doesn't translate. And I carry my weight in my hips and thighs... so while I have a small waist, which is awesome, my thighs always look huge. And finding jeans and shorts? Ugh - if they fit my thighs and butt, there is a gigantic gap in the waist. I need to have drawstring bottoms, but you can't find them very easily - when I do, I buy several in different colors. Anyway, all that to say - I'm definitely thrilled with 122, I guess I would - like you - like to be lean and fit with sexy definition! Just not sure that could ever happen for me. Based on that, though - I want you to tell me EVERYTHING those trainers tell you!!!!!! And I am so excited for you to do this - its going to rock! You're going to rock!
I've had the same feeling so many times - I just want someone to fix me. Just tell me what to eat and exactly what to do and I'll do it. I'm so sick of trying to solve the puzzle! At the same time, I get frustrated with the cost and inconvenience of eating a plant based diet. I don't care what people say - it is NOT cheaper. And it is totally a pain in the ass to replenish produce every 3-5 days instead of grocery shopping once a week. But I think it is the most healthy way to eat, so I need to suck it up and get past that.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Tuesday June 1, 2011
Workout:
30:00 barefoot running
pushup challenge
25:00 Rodney Yee yoga for flexibility
Friends: The One With The Ring
Running was interesting this morning. I felt good and my heart rate actually stayed around 156bpm, which is pretty awesome. I wonder why it was so much lower today? Breathing and heart rate felt good, the bottoms of my feet are a little tender right now, though. I didn't feel that way on Friday when I ran barefoot, but I added an extra 6:00 today - maybe that is why? The running was interesting though, because I could feel aches and pains come and go. My left ankle hurt for the first portion and then after a while the pain was gone. Then my right ankle started hurting. Its kind of fun to be in such a state of awareness while running, rather than trying so hard to mentally block every single detail out.
I skipped day 1 of the pushup challenge (Monday - Memorial Day) and did day 2 today. I accidentally reversed the first sets, but I think I'm still good. 10, 12, 8, 8, max (19 for me today). I love feeling strong!
I think Yoga definitely helps with strength - even this yoga focused on flexibility. Downward dog is a lot of shoulder and arm strength building. We also do a lot of pushup position (plank with your arms bent - holding yourself just barely off of the ground), which is great for triceps. I enjoy this yoga video - it is a nice, easy flow with fantastic cues and I feel like it is a great way to stretch after running. Loving it!
Started to count calories yesterday and I"m just not sure I can do it. I'm not sure I can focus on eating more plants, more fiber, less white starch & sugar and then count calories, too. I COULD if all of my stuff was already in the database, but I have to enter recipes for the meals that I make and that is such a pain. Like yesterday we had a salad with dinner - it was 3 kinds of lettuce, yellow peppers, onion, dates, peas, almonds & tomatoes. I didn't measure any of it. Not sure how I'm supposed to count all of that. We also had tilapia fillets coated in bread crumbs (and baked). How do I account for the bread crumbs when the recipe called for 1 1/2 cups, but there was probably 1/2 cup left in the dipping plate & a bunch left on the baking sheet? I guess for me it is going to come down to eating healthy & creating better habits. I think I do both already, its just a matter of sticking with it and not going too far overboard when I splurge (like having 3 pieces of whopper ice cream dessert the other night instead of just one).
30:00 barefoot running
pushup challenge
25:00 Rodney Yee yoga for flexibility
Friends: The One With The Ring
Running was interesting this morning. I felt good and my heart rate actually stayed around 156bpm, which is pretty awesome. I wonder why it was so much lower today? Breathing and heart rate felt good, the bottoms of my feet are a little tender right now, though. I didn't feel that way on Friday when I ran barefoot, but I added an extra 6:00 today - maybe that is why? The running was interesting though, because I could feel aches and pains come and go. My left ankle hurt for the first portion and then after a while the pain was gone. Then my right ankle started hurting. Its kind of fun to be in such a state of awareness while running, rather than trying so hard to mentally block every single detail out.
I skipped day 1 of the pushup challenge (Monday - Memorial Day) and did day 2 today. I accidentally reversed the first sets, but I think I'm still good. 10, 12, 8, 8, max (19 for me today). I love feeling strong!
I think Yoga definitely helps with strength - even this yoga focused on flexibility. Downward dog is a lot of shoulder and arm strength building. We also do a lot of pushup position (plank with your arms bent - holding yourself just barely off of the ground), which is great for triceps. I enjoy this yoga video - it is a nice, easy flow with fantastic cues and I feel like it is a great way to stretch after running. Loving it!
Started to count calories yesterday and I"m just not sure I can do it. I'm not sure I can focus on eating more plants, more fiber, less white starch & sugar and then count calories, too. I COULD if all of my stuff was already in the database, but I have to enter recipes for the meals that I make and that is such a pain. Like yesterday we had a salad with dinner - it was 3 kinds of lettuce, yellow peppers, onion, dates, peas, almonds & tomatoes. I didn't measure any of it. Not sure how I'm supposed to count all of that. We also had tilapia fillets coated in bread crumbs (and baked). How do I account for the bread crumbs when the recipe called for 1 1/2 cups, but there was probably 1/2 cup left in the dipping plate & a bunch left on the baking sheet? I guess for me it is going to come down to eating healthy & creating better habits. I think I do both already, its just a matter of sticking with it and not going too far overboard when I splurge (like having 3 pieces of whopper ice cream dessert the other night instead of just one).
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Tuesday May 31, 2011
Workout: 30 Day Shred + 2 Miles running at 5.0mph
Friends: The One Where Paul is a Neat Guy
Went to the zoo yesterday. Had a good breakfast, a light lunch at the zoo (packed) and a really crappy dinner at the in-laws. Too many cheesy potatos and ice cream dessert. It was good, but I felt really icky afterward - not guilty icky, but physically. So at least that is a reminder why I need to be diligent in eating well.
Slept in this morning because I was so tired and Georgia was up twice last night with growing pains. So I just finished my workout and am going to hit the shower, then a good breakfast and some coffee. Workout was good. I had intended to do a full 30:00 on the treadmill, but it was getting too close to ticket time so I had to cut it short.
I feel like by running slower I am more able to focus on proper breathing, rather than going to through the constant mental gymnastics of convincing myself that I'm not miserable. Running slower is somewhat enjoyable because its not so difficult. My heart rate is still reaching that 168-174 range, but I don't feel like my head is going to explode. Maybe someday I will get back to running outside, but for now I'm enjoying this and that is more important to me for now.
Yesterday after walking all day at the zoo in sandals, my feet were so tired and my knees were so sore. My knees have really been bugging me lately. I need new shoes in a bad way. Next month they will be in the budget (PS - April and May are such expensive months, geesh it was craziness over here).
Friends: The One Where Paul is a Neat Guy
Went to the zoo yesterday. Had a good breakfast, a light lunch at the zoo (packed) and a really crappy dinner at the in-laws. Too many cheesy potatos and ice cream dessert. It was good, but I felt really icky afterward - not guilty icky, but physically. So at least that is a reminder why I need to be diligent in eating well.
Slept in this morning because I was so tired and Georgia was up twice last night with growing pains. So I just finished my workout and am going to hit the shower, then a good breakfast and some coffee. Workout was good. I had intended to do a full 30:00 on the treadmill, but it was getting too close to ticket time so I had to cut it short.
I feel like by running slower I am more able to focus on proper breathing, rather than going to through the constant mental gymnastics of convincing myself that I'm not miserable. Running slower is somewhat enjoyable because its not so difficult. My heart rate is still reaching that 168-174 range, but I don't feel like my head is going to explode. Maybe someday I will get back to running outside, but for now I'm enjoying this and that is more important to me for now.
Yesterday after walking all day at the zoo in sandals, my feet were so tired and my knees were so sore. My knees have really been bugging me lately. I need new shoes in a bad way. Next month they will be in the budget (PS - April and May are such expensive months, geesh it was craziness over here).
Monday, May 16, 2011
Monday May 16, 2011
Workout: run 30:00
+ 35:00 yogalosophy DVD
Friends: The One With Unagi
Ran for the first time this morning since ash wednesday - so I don't know... March something. I decided to take it slow and to just run for 30:00 and not focus on distance or speed. I ran at 5.5 mph or 10:54/mile and ended up running exactly 2.75 miles in 30 minutes. It felt comfortable, although every time I took my heart rate it was still up at 175bpm, even at the slower pace. Can't get that down... not sure why.
I enjoyed running. I ran on the treadmill and watched an episode of Friends, which definitely kept my eyes off of the clock and my focus off of the time. It was definitely enjoyable and I plan to continue to do this when I run on the treadmill - I'm going to work my way from 1/2 way through season 6 to the end of the series.
Weather has been horrible this spring, so not sure when I'll venture outside again. Also, I need to get new shoes.
After running I did 35 minutes of Yogalosophy - a DVD workout by the girl who teaches yoga to Jennifer Aniston. It wasn't much of a yoga workout, more 80's style toning exercises. There is an additional 25 minute workout that I'm going to try next time that includes sun salutations and stretching, which hopefully will be more yoga and less dog-leg lifts and less of the woman talking about how obsessed she is with inner thighs and having a nice butt. Interestingly, you can tell by what she relates to the viewer that she is definitely in the LA/Hollywood culture as body and having a good butt is a huge focus. It was kind of annoying, but they were decent exercises.
Tomorrow I head to the gym for the first time in a while. Light cardio + some lifting.
+ 35:00 yogalosophy DVD
Friends: The One With Unagi
Ran for the first time this morning since ash wednesday - so I don't know... March something. I decided to take it slow and to just run for 30:00 and not focus on distance or speed. I ran at 5.5 mph or 10:54/mile and ended up running exactly 2.75 miles in 30 minutes. It felt comfortable, although every time I took my heart rate it was still up at 175bpm, even at the slower pace. Can't get that down... not sure why.
I enjoyed running. I ran on the treadmill and watched an episode of Friends, which definitely kept my eyes off of the clock and my focus off of the time. It was definitely enjoyable and I plan to continue to do this when I run on the treadmill - I'm going to work my way from 1/2 way through season 6 to the end of the series.
Weather has been horrible this spring, so not sure when I'll venture outside again. Also, I need to get new shoes.
After running I did 35 minutes of Yogalosophy - a DVD workout by the girl who teaches yoga to Jennifer Aniston. It wasn't much of a yoga workout, more 80's style toning exercises. There is an additional 25 minute workout that I'm going to try next time that includes sun salutations and stretching, which hopefully will be more yoga and less dog-leg lifts and less of the woman talking about how obsessed she is with inner thighs and having a nice butt. Interestingly, you can tell by what she relates to the viewer that she is definitely in the LA/Hollywood culture as body and having a good butt is a huge focus. It was kind of annoying, but they were decent exercises.
Tomorrow I head to the gym for the first time in a while. Light cardio + some lifting.
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