In Search of my Body...Not The One I ate...#3 "Crowning Goddesses As We Go"

[MunkyMe13]

Oh how I would love Dance Dance Revolution.

I hate DDR but maybe thats cuz I'm not all that coordinated... LOL

I'm having a really crappy night. I'm feeling really insecure - really off all day today. And that sucks. Just sharing.

Lisa

Hope you have a better day!!

Thanks, everyone, for the suggestions. I am looking up all the DVDs recommended. Feel free to throw more suggestions my way! I think the key is something I can do for 30 mins at home - and a DVD seems perfect.

I have the 2 Biggest Loser Workout dvds... only tried Cardio Max once and it kicked my butt hardcore...

 

[sdarwkcabemanmy]

Morning y'all.
DH has been sick for the last week coughing his brains out and now I've finally caught it. He INSISTED on going to work today instead of staying home and resting like he should. Men...

I've been awake the last two hours coughing my brains out and I feel miserable, so I'm probably not going to walk today.

I did an hour and a half of Wii Tennis yesterday and holy COW can I feel it in my thighs. Ow. At least I didn't overextend my shoulder like I did last week.

Last night,our town's Autumnfest started so DH and I took DS out there just to check things out. DS ended up begging us to ride the Super Fun Slide, which was like..I think at least 20-30 ft tall and waxed like crazy. DH didn't want to do it, so I ended having to slide down with DS on my lap.

DS: WHEEEE!
Me: hogodhogodhogodhogodhogodhogodhogodhogod!

I had this terrible vision of us shooting right off the end and slamming into the fence that surrounded the ride. Fortunately all that happened was I slid to a sideways stop and DS flew off my lap into the legs of the 'operator'. Oops.

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

Of course I didn't lose 75lbs by literally sitting on my bum.

Anyway, that's where I am. If this thread is about support in our journeys, I felt like this should be out there.

Liz, your pictures are so very stunning. The transformation. Maybe with our comments we put a little pressure on you and figure, she's not struggling. Look at her!

It's good you brought it up. Even if you don't find a suggestion that works, it's good to share. If not for just putting it out there. And, well, there is a whole barrel of information and support here, we should be able to come up with something.

It's funny how in certain times in your life things click. The first time I lost weight was when Molli went to school. Then Madeline came along and I got "lost" again. Maddi just went to school and I am firing on all cylinders. I think weight loss is very seasonal.

I just don't have the space for equipment, and as for weights, I'd frankly rather get a new lip gloss.

And this, well it's just classic Liz, and so golden.

 

[3DisneyKids]

But geez, Liz, how do you really feel?

I am going back to my boxing class this morning and am VERY psyched about that. Yes, this is where Liz and I differ greatly. I like to workout. I get excited and all tingly about new workout clothes and gear. Like last night, I could have gone to bed after my last conference ended at midnight....and I needed to get to bed and catch up on sleep. But I found this new online store for workout clothes...and there went like an hour and 15 minutes. Oh, and I don't even own a lip gloss.

And my office has become half office half home gym. No real equipment in here, but I have two swiss balls, my hand weights, (5, 8, 10, & 15 pounders) and a medicine ball. And boxing gloves hanging on the wall. But this is part of my self-identity as well. I like having fitness stuff around me.

As into exercise as I am, it is not the be all - end all. And the one thing you do have to figure out is what will work for you. And in what quantity. Classes? Running? Weights? Biking? Pilates? and so on. Not everything works for every person. Like for me, I will never, and I mean never again, spin. Hated it. But, I will never judge anyone for what they choose to do for a workout or how often they do it. I just think it is oh-so-important to get out there and do something. I was really affected by the little girl who said "My mom says she's too old to run." Please God, never let that be me. And this isn't about running...but just about being active.

For the record, no I am not that idyllic picture either. The mom happily running along side her children riding their bikes through a bucolic neighborhood. I tell my kids to go outside and ride their bikes and play while I workout...and don't come in until I call you. That is my reality.

 

[HockeyKat]

Wow, Liz. Have I told you lately that I love you?


I am neither. I don't like lip gloss OR workout gear. Workout gear? I have some old $5 men's walmart gym shorts, and hole-y tshirts that date back from college. I did replace a few of them with $1 hanes plain tshirts a while back, whee!

I guess I have hockey gear, but that is smelly stuff that you hang in the garage after you get home.

And frankly, none of it makes me tingly. Not tracking, not exercise... I would much rather sit on the couch and watch a CSI marathon, than run an actual one!


Oh, and by the way? Hangovers suck.

 

[MunkyMe13]

Good Morning Ladies,
I am feeling better about working out... I still don't love it and the results aren't showing yet but I am just going to get it done... My legs are sore which as much as I hate it feels good because it means that I'm working those muscles... My weight is up .4 from last Friday due to some very very bad weekend food choices but as far as the new challenge I am down .8 lbs... I am going to work out tonight again... I think it will be good for me... Other than that DH is working for 4 hours tomorrow morning which will give me some time to work out in the morning which will be nice... Have a good day everyone!

Sarah

 

[3DisneyKids]

Oh, and by the way? Hangovers suck.

Really? I wouldn't know.

 

[Dizneydawn]

trying to type 1 handed and left sucks...

Hoping to be back operational tom...miss ya all..

 

[HockeyKat]

Really? I wouldn't know.

And people who rub in their lack of hangovers to someone currently hungover... suck worse!!


I am taking this morning's weigh to be my challenge weight. Because I was bad last night and don't want to count yesterday. Yes, it's cheating. No, I don't care. But, in the spirit of it, I will actually tell you what it was so that I remember for next week. 172.6. Blech. So no, Liz, I didn't lap you.

 

[lisaviolet]

For those of you who don't know me, there is a bit more to this.

Of course I didn't lose 75lbs by literally sitting on my bum. I have been doing this for 11 months. Of course I move more than I did a year ago. Simple things, like parking farther away. Less simple, like dedicated exercise. Two days a week I do an intense workout - step or spin - and follow it with either an hour long weight class or Pilates. On the weekends I exercise one day - either running/walking or a spin class. I stretch after every workout; I think stretching is key. From April until August, I also ran or did a class on Tuesdays and Thursdays, but now, with my work and Emily's school, I find myself either dashing off on those days or just needed a breather, and neither situation is good for gym going.

I worked up to all this, walking on my treadmill at home. I own a Pilates ball, a Pilates video by the woman who trained my girlfriend and former Pilates teacher, and a few mom/kid yoga videos. I do not own weights, nor do I plan to buy them or any other equipment. I just don't have the space for equipment, and as for weights, I'd frankly rather get a new lip gloss.

Talking about my exercise doesn't jazz me; talking about shoes, well, that does. We don't have sidewalks here; I'm not going to turn into this happy smiling mom with her kid and their bikes. I adore the image, but that's not me. I'm not motivated, I don't get up and think, yeah! I am plenty motivated by lots of other things - work, writing, friends, movies, etc etc.

I am who I am. I do not go to the gym after 10am - doesn't fit my life. I am in the house by 5pm, making dinner like a 50's housewife, or barring that, making reservations. I am never going to be Kat or Erika or Nancy or Lyz or Lisa or even Paula - I give you so much credit, girl.

I'm not an exercise loser - I ran a 5k - but I am not a reacher. I have a Trek bike but I'm not going to ride it until I get to a better place - because why would I expose myself to the elements like that? I have makeup on!

I believe very much that exercise is key for maintaining weight and being healthy. I also believe food is key to losing weight. While Erika and I are two peas in a pod in many ways, she is the exerciser and I am the tracker. She can kick my a$$ but if it was just about exercise, she wouldn't have an a$$ left to sit on.

This is a rant, although I prefer manifesto, and I am well aware of that. The truth is, I felt like I wasn't telling the whole story and that felt, in light of offline conversations, a bit disingenuous. I have struggled this month. I've felt lost in my exercise, lost in my tracking, lost on this journey. I think the 5k was a goal, and now it's gone, so training is over. That leaves a hole. Also vacation is over, so food must be back on course. Easier said than done.

I've felt like maybe this wasn't important enough to ask for support on. And truth be told, I know a lot of stuff, right? But when I have reached out informally, those of you who heard me responded in lovely ways.

Anyway, that's where I am. If this thread is about support in our journeys, I felt like this should be out there.

I still feel a bit lost, but I am hopeful. And I am taking all your suggestions to heart. Right now, I have seven lbs I am struggling with, two days that need exercise, and some emotions I don't want to feel but have to. That's me, for real, right now.

Loved reading this Liz. All of it. It meant a lot to me - for whatever reason. Boy I'm so emotional these last two days.

I feel like crying, see overly emotional, over the bolded line. I'm going to be quiet with it. But let's just say it hit hard for whatever reason.

I personally just wanted to give ideas - was excited to do so. But always knew that I was talking to someone whose journey was already so successful. And kept that close.

Lisa

 

[lisaviolet]

I hate DDR but maybe thats cuz I'm not all that coordinated... LOL



Hope you have a better day!!

I hope I do too Sarah. Thanks. Something is up - big time. And that's okay - I'll get it out when I feel safe to so. Because from all my work this isn't just an off day. Something's up. Thank you. Hope your day is good as well.

As fro DDR. I'm smiling. I've never done it or seen it. So who knows if I'll want to throw it.

Lisa

 

[lisaviolet]

Geez see how off I am.

I'm another 2.1 down ithis week n my BL thread. Forgot that.

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

Yes, it's cheating. No, I don't care.

You are on it today.

Dawn - glad to see you are at least "on." I was wondering.

Munky - great job on the exercise. It sucks, but you are not alone.

Dreadmill for me today. 30/10. Done. In the books. Hallajuh!

I'm not going to ride my bike. My whole "area" feels rough. Those padded shorts sound better this morning.

I have a good fatigue soreness in my arms and thighs because I have used them, but also doing strength training/weight lifting.

I would like an exercise that where the focus is on my buttocks. I want butt fatigue.

Can anyone recommend something along these lines. It must be easy, not complicated or too involved, and something I can throw in every other day. I already stand on a weight and lift my leg to the side and to the back. And my thighs feel it, but I want more of a butt workout. Ok. Hit me.

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

Geez she how off I am.

I'm another 2.1 down ithis week n my BL thread. Forgot that.

Ummm, how in the HECK could you forget that? Great job.

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

And for the record, I like lip gloss and workout gear.

 

[MunkyMe13]

More stupid stuff at work... I really hate it here... This time sales floor manager not even my big boss.. why the heck am I getting picked on so much!?! I think I am gonna just do my workout tonight and pop a disney movie in and watch it before DH gets home... I am trying to stay positive but its just so hard when it feels like everything is on your back...

 

[3DisneyKids]

Hey Babes--I beat the ever lovin' crap out of the punching bag during boxing class today, so that felt good. Any stress I have is always GONE after boxing. Also did a great leg work-out. But what I really want to do is eat cake. So go figure.

Then I phone stalked Liz and Lyz because I needed to be entertained. I'm in a mood. We are having a Nor'easter here today and tomorrow and then Sunday and Monday we will have hurricane Kyle. Could be a direct hit on Maine, and that doesn't happen often. We usually just get the rain and wind fall-out from Florida hurricanes as they make their way up the coast. But this one might actually hit here. In any case, it is going to be 4 solid days of rain, so I need entertainment, right?

Geez see how off I am.

I'm another 2.1 down ithis week n my BL thread. Forgot that.

OMG! WOO HOO! Goddess crown for you! I believe this is your first, right?

Dreadmill for me today. 30/10. Done. In the books. Hallajuh!

Carnival. Ape. Crazy. I'm just sayin'. Super proud of you.

I'm not going to ride my bike. My whole "area" feels rough. Those padded shorts sound better this morning.

Ya. Tell me about it.

I have a good fatigue soreness in my arms and thighs because I have used them, but also doing strength training/weight lifting.

I would like an exercise that where the focus is on my buttocks. I want butt fatigue.

Can anyone recommend something along these lines. It must be easy, not complicated or too involved, and something I can throw in every other day. I already stand on a weight and lift my leg to the side and to the back. And my thighs feel it, but I want more of a butt workout. Ok. Hit me.

Seriously, sending batteries.

Yes, I will get you a good a$$ workout. Might not be able to post it till tomorrow though. Easy floor exercises...you don't need anything else for a$$. Also, put your dm on the steepest incline. You don't need to go fast....you can go slow as dirt since this would not be part of your cardio but part of strength training. But walking up steep hills is great for your hams and a$$. And stairs. You can go up and down your house stairs like....20x or so? That is always good...it will work your quads as well. If you want it to be both cardio and strength, go up 'em fast. If you have sore knees, go slow on the down.

 

[goofyfan-12]

You are on it today.

Dawn - glad to see you are at least "on." I was wondering.

Munky - great job on the exercise. It sucks, but you are not alone.

Dreadmill for me today. 30/10. Done. In the books. Hallajuh!

I'm not going to ride my bike. My whole "area" feels rough. Those padded shorts sound better this morning.

I have a good fatigue soreness in my arms and thighs because I have used them, but also doing strength training/weight lifting.

I would like an exercise that where the focus is on my buttocks. I want butt fatigue.

Can anyone recommend something along these lines. It must be easy, not complicated or too involved, and something I can throw in every other day. I already stand on a weight and lift my leg to the side and to the back. And my thighs feel it, but I want more of a butt workout. Ok. Hit me.

Lyz - two words for you on the butt workout....

Squats and Lunges.... they are the best and will kill if done properly...

No time for a proper post, but I promise to write more tonight... there is a lot running through my head, but need time to focus it...

Ciao for now,
Paula

 

[3DisneyKids]

Ok, so here is the link to some biking shorts from Bean's (where else? Yes, I do look like I stepped out of the pages of the catalog, thank you. And so do my kids).

These are good because they look like normal shorts (as opposed to having to wear spandex bike shorts) but they have all of the padding built in. They are not necessarily flattering, but they look decent enough that if you were to bike into town or something, you would feel comfortable walking into a store or running and errand, etc.

http://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/st...oreId=1&catalogId=1&langId=-1&from=SR&feat=sr

These are not as loose as the first pair, but again, they aren't spandex either. There is definitely some room here. I like these better than the other ones, but I also like my legs so I am comfortable in these.

http://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/st...oreId=1&catalogId=1&langId=-1&from=SR&feat=sr

And these I LOVE but will not buy until goal. They look like board shorts (surfing shorts) but have the bike padding in them. I haven't ever tried a pair on, but given that I think you need to be pretty thin to look good in board shorts, I am waiting a few more pounds before buying these babies.

http://www.llbean.com/webapp/wcs/st...oreId=1&catalogId=1&langId=-1&from=SR&feat=sr

The other thing that I suggest (but I don't have a link for) is buying a padded bike short LINER. This has all of the padding that you want, but is meant to be worn under any regular shorts or pants that you already have. They run about $25-ish but I bet you can find them on sale right now if you look around.

 

[3DisneyKids]

Did I mention how much I love shopping for workout gear?

Oh...a t-shirt that I saw at the marathon that I have to get...it said

Run like a mother.

LOVE it.