In Search of My Body....Not the One I ATE! Vol. 5: Goddesses are Always on Top!

[3DisneyKids]

Afternoon everyone! I am so with the poster who mentioned a fitness instructor greeting them by name and saying that they had missed them; I anticipate that happening when I go back to my kickboxing class. And spin classes ...WOWZA...I swear there is NO better way to get good legs than spin class. A couple times I honestly felt like I was going to collapse, but then you just pass that point and the euphoria is awesome!

Here's a question...does anyone else have a SO who is trying to improve his/her fitness along with you? My SO works 12-hour shifts 4 days on, 4 days off (day-day-night-night). He REALLY wants to get fit, and has a gym membership (different gym than mine), but like a lot of people has bad eating habits. How do you encourage a loved one without making them feel like you don't like them the way they are, but while supporting them in their efforts? It's really hard!

Cathy--I think I can answer this from the opposite perspective. My husband is RIPPED. A former body builder and now just super fit (as opposed to professionally fit, if that makes sense). And there I was, a total blob for like 9 years. Sure, I had bursts of getting back into fitness in that time, but it never took. And I had bouts of eating right, but then went back to eating what I wanted, etc.

And it made me feel like SH*T any time he ever said anything, no matter how nicely or gently or supportively he tried to say it. Because here's the thing. No one needs to be told that they are overweight or that they are not eating healthily. WE KNOW IT. Right? I mean, don't you KNOW that you should eat right and exercise if you want to lose weight? Don't you KNOW it when you have gained weight? Of course you do. So does anyone who has two active brain cells. My guess is that he knows what to eat and what not to, but he just isn't there yet. My advice is to lead by example. Let him see what and how you are eating. He'll clue in.

 

[HockeyKat]

Afternoon everyone! I am so with the poster who mentioned a fitness instructor greeting them by name and saying that they had missed them; I anticipate that happening when I go back to my kickboxing class. And spin classes ...WOWZA...I swear there is NO better way to get good legs than spin class. A couple times I honestly felt like I was going to collapse, but then you just pass that point and the euphoria is awesome!

Here's a question...does anyone else have a SO who is trying to improve his/her fitness along with you? My SO works 12-hour shifts 4 days on, 4 days off (day-day-night-night). He REALLY wants to get fit, and has a gym membership (different gym than mine), but like a lot of people has bad eating habits. How do you encourage a loved one without making them feel like you don't like them the way they are, but while supporting them in their efforts? It's really hard!

Yes, I do. And I am with E, you really can't say anything. I just do whatever it is I am going to do and hope that he comes along for the ride. So far he has, off and on, but nothing has stuck. However, it is his battle. I encourage him when he is on (but only when HE mentions it), ignore it when he is off.

Mine has a schedule that doesn't jive with mine either. I am a M-F 10-7 kind of gal, and his is completely variable and includes nights and weekends. He is also NOT good at letting me know his schedule, which makes planning things even more fun.

He does sabatoge me sometimes, as well. Sometimes I am strong, sometimes not. It's a rough road, I feel for you.

 

[goofyfan-12]

Sorry! I was...

AT THE GYM.

Spin class! The instructor greeted me enthusiastically by name and said she had missed me. Isn't that nice? After the class, she stopped me, we shared war stories (her son DIED of a brain tumor years ago. How AWFUL is that? ) and she said she'd pray for my mom.


Then I went to buy a water bottle - Paula's exact one - and vitamins and extra D for active women - that's me, didn't you know - and then new running shoes. And then home to shower and eat my veggie burger.


I am Erika's disciple!


Okay, love you all, gotta go get the kids from school. Be back in 20.

Liz - you are too funny... loving the oy to the vey comment...

Yeah on heading back to the gym (and being missed - it is a nice feeling isn't it). Hope you like the water bottle and I won't hold it against you if you don't. Still wish my gym offered spinning. I think I would love it. Instead, I do my own spinning for my cardio workouts.

Cathy--I think I can answer this from the opposite perspective. My husband is RIPPED. A former body builder and now just super fit (as opposed to professionally fit, if that makes sense). And there I was, a total blob for like 9 years. Sure, I had bursts of getting back into fitness in that time, but it never took. And I had bouts of eating right, but then went back to eating what I wanted, etc.

And it made me feel like SH*T any time he ever said anything, no matter how nicely or gently or supportively he tried to say it. Because here's the thing. No one needs to be told that they are overweight or that they are not eating healthily. WE KNOW IT. Right? I mean, don't you KNOW that you should eat right and exercise if you want to lose weight? Don't you KNOW it when you have gained weight? Of course you do. So does anyone who has two active brain cells. My guess is that he knows what to eat and what not to, but he just isn't there yet. My advice is to lead by example. Let him see what and how you are eating. He'll clue in.

Cathy - I agree with Erika on this one. I don't have a SO but I do have a sister who is becoming more aware of her eating habits now that I have cleaned up mine. We never used to be close in size (she was a size 2 in high school) and she has been packing on the pounds for the past 15 years while I have always been overweight. We are at the point where we'll soon be wearing the same pant size and it is getting to her (I think). Every once and a while, she asks me all sorts of questions about eating right and such. I answer them as best I can and offer support when asked otherwise I leave her alone. It has to be her decision to do something and I suspect your SO will feel the same way. I know for me, I never thought much about the whole when you are ready you will do it school of thought, but it really is true. I know that my mental attitude is what is making me successful right now. I want it so I made it a priority in my life and I am making it happen. Until that switch is flipped, there is not a whole heck of a lot anyone can say or do to help.

It is just my two cents. Hope it helps.

Paula

 

[AKASnowWhite]

I'm here, I'm here!

Nancy, I agree, training for the full is a commitment. This is probably my one and only. Note the probably. I can't rule out anything anymore until I try it first!

When I trained for my full, we did almost ALL of the long runs at the gym on the TM because of the snow & ice After the 20 miler, I looked at DH and said "that sucked. But it was still easier than having a baby". When I finished the marathon, I told him "UGH, I'd prefer to have the baby"

Today I woke up S.O.R.E. OMG, I hurt. My shoulders in particular are killing me! I guess I really did rock the swim! Did I mention that I shave THREE MINUTES off my training time? That is huge! So I must have been hauling booty. My glutes also hurt, though I can't figure out why. And my calves! All over body ache. Well, I put my body through its paces yesterday, that's for sure![/COLOR][/B]

Your glutes hurt, but you don't know why. Honestly. You kill me. Suppose it has anything to do with this thing called "kicking a tri's @$$"? Swimming like Michael Phelps? Yep. I'm guessing the kicks use GLUTES

Final results are in--

Mom WON her age group! First place!

I managed a top 10 finish in my age group, so that is ok. If I had nailed my run, I would have placed third, though, so it is a bittersweet end! (There are monetary prizes for top 3 in each age group.) I came in 25th overall for women (out of about 150). Next time, right?

P.S. I beat every single one of the women in the 18-29 category! THAT is worth something! Totally schooled those 20-somethings!

To you and your mom

I think I have another game scheduled now, Sunday in Charlotte at the NBA arena!! Wt h?? This one is free, too, details tbd.

FUN! Big time hockey chick. I love it

Erika, old as dirt apparently,

Bite me.



There. That was for me and the Lisa's (V & PR). We are all older than you sweetie. [/QUOTE]

I'm here. But I'm not alone. Have to work hard at looking like I'm working hard.

stealth mode

Spin class! The instructor greeted me enthusiastically by name and said she had missed me. Isn't that nice? After the class, she stopped me, we shared war stories (her son DIED of a brain tumor years ago. How AWFUL is that? ) and she said she'd pray for my mom.

that IS awful. And yes. Always prayers for Mom.

I plan to spend the week trying to undo the damage from eating and drinking too much all weekend.

Weekends can be SO derailing, can't they? Get me off my schedule and I'm like a fish outta water




Cathy - I was going to say exactly what Erika said Well, not that my DH was a body builder - but mine is also amazingly built. And even when I was at my heaviest, he never, ever said a single disparaging word to me. Support. Lead by example. And BUY THE GROCERIES! She who controls what comes into the home can have a lot of influence!

 

[3DisneyKids]

Sorry! I was...

AT THE GYM.

Spin class! The instructor greeted me enthusiastically by name and said she had missed me. Isn't that nice? After the class, she stopped me, we shared war stories (her son DIED of a brain tumor years ago. How AWFUL is that? ) and she said she'd pray for my mom.


Then I went to buy a water bottle - Paula's exact one - and vitamins and extra D for active women - that's me, didn't you know - and then new running shoes. And then home to shower and eat my veggie burger.


I am Erika's disciple!


Okay, love you all, gotta go get the kids from school. Be back in 20.

Awesome job getting back to the gym! Was it on your spreadsheet for today?

Good teacher! She remembers your name and is glad to see you!

And OMG, I don't know how people who lose a child can even function.

I've never had a disciple before! I wonder what other stuff I can make you do?

 

[DISNEY4XMAS]

I still think you are exaggerating. If you are wide, then I have no hope!

Just remember, "wide" petite girl, you make us large folk feel like a beached whale...

I second that!

Cathy--I think I can answer this from the opposite perspective. My husband is RIPPED. A former body builder and now just super fit (as opposed to professionally fit, if that makes sense). And there I was, a total blob for like 9 years. Sure, I had bursts of getting back into fitness in that time, but it never took. And I had bouts of eating right, but then went back to eating what I wanted, etc.

And it made me feel like SH*T any time he ever said anything, no matter how nicely or gently or supportively he tried to say it. Because here's the thing. No one needs to be told that they are overweight or that they are not eating healthily. WE KNOW IT. Right? I mean, don't you KNOW that you should eat right and exercise if you want to lose weight? Don't you KNOW it when you have gained weight? Of course you do. So does anyone who has two active brain cells. My guess is that he knows what to eat and what not to, but he just isn't there yet. My advice is to lead by example. Let him see what and how you are eating. He'll clue in.

This was a conversation on the radio this morning as I brought the kids to school. Do you and how to tell your mate that they are over weight! I totally agree Erika we know KNOW we are over weight, I feel the more someone mentions it the more we eat especially if your an emotional eater like I am or you have NO self control like ME!

Yes, I do. And I am with E, you really can't say anything. I just do whatever it is I am going to do and hope that he comes along for the ride. So far he has, off and on, but nothing has stuck. However, it is his battle. I encourage him when he is on (but only when HE mentions it), ignore it when he is off.

Mine has a schedule that doesn't jive with mine either. I am a M-F 10-7 kind of gal, and his is completely variable and includes nights and weekends. He is also NOT good at letting me know his schedule, which makes planning things even more fun.

He does sabatoge me sometimes, as well. Sometimes I am strong, sometimes not. It's a rough road, I feel for you.

Stephen sabotages a lot. Like can you bake brownies or Boy I wold kill for your cake or honey your such a good cook can you make. Yes along with him I can't resist my baked goods.


Here's my update:

Name, Age, and Family ~ Stephanie, 34 and family consist of Dh Stephen (pronounced Steffan yes that makes us steph & steph ) DD 14 Samantha, Ds Zachary 8, Ds Tyler 6 and Step son Nate 17 and a big fat cat Zues, and our newest addition Mocha our chocolate lab!

Weight Loss Program, History and Current Goals ~I am on weight watchers, although I haven't been in a month due to my work schedule, I am RETURNING TONIGHT to own up to those ten pounds that I have gained since thanksgiving! I had 100 pounds to loose, I lost 30 and now am at a 20 pound loss. So currant goals are to lose the 10 plus the other 70. Start to exercise or at least walk.

Favorite Exercise and Healthy Snack
I hate exercise, but I am now know that I need to do it 1. to be healthy and 2. it will excel my weight loss, I have to lose the weight I have a pool now and need to kick it in a bathing suit!

For healthy snacks, I don't have any but I do love fresh fruit


Favorite Indulgence
Chocolate and pedicures! unfortunately I get the chocolate way more than the pedicures

Best Disney Pixie Dust/Magic Story
Watching my usually reserved husband walk around with goofy ears for an entire week without being told to put them on! Oh and our last trip Tyler was afraid of the characters for the first three days and on Christmas morning while eating breakfast with Pooh and characters he went running up to pooh and gave him a HUGE hug! Yeah it was a teary eyed moment! I sat and cried with my mom!

Ok So Welcome Cathy! Where about in NB do you live that is where my family(great grandparents) are originally from. I think sheddack (sp) I haven't been up there since High school. We spent some time up there! I am one of the peeps that Erika mentioned that lives near the border. I live minutes from Lacolle PQ. I think its about an hours drive to Montreal.

Oh did I mention the trouble that my boys got into the other night while I was at work? My all white cat is now white with a yellow back....... the boys sprayed painted him, along with my washing machine and basement window and door. YEAH I WASN"T HAPPY!
Ok off to shower so I can go to WW and own my ten pound GAIN!

____________

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Favorite Indulgence
Chocolate and pedicures! unfortunately I get the chocolate way more than the pedicures

So proud of you for getting back to WW. I know it's not an easy thing to do when you know you have to face the music.


I'll post my details tonight after drama club.

 

[3DisneyKids]

Steph--totally proud of you for owning your gain! Rock start, really! I would never have the courage to do it!

 

[DISNEY4XMAS]

Steph--totally proud of you for owning your gain! Rock start, really! I would never have the courage to do it!

So we are even then because I am so totally proud of you for not only competing but finishing and winning your wave and a triathlon !
Did I mention that I bragged about you at work!

 

[starrzone]

My advice is to lead by example. Let him see what and how you are eating. He'll clue in.

Support. Lead by example.

Thanks ladies; this is what I figured I'd do. You can't MAKE people change, but if they see what exercising and healthy eating habits are doing to their loved ones, then hopefully they will jump on the train along with you! We don't live together, and my SO knows of my love for sweets, so like many new couples (we've only been seeing each other for 2 months) "treats" became a regular feature for us. I'm going to start taking apples, oranges and celery and carrot sticks to his place on movie nights rather than chips, candy and cupcakes. Wish me luck!

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

And OMG, I don't know how people who lose a child can even function.

Yes. Forgot I wanted mention that too. It's unbearable. Does she have other children?

Swimming like Michael Phelps? Yep. I'm guessing the kicks use GLUTES

Yes. M. Phelps. I can swim like that. In my head.

I Oh did I mention the trouble that my boys got into the other night while I was at work? My all white cat is now white with a yellow back....... the boys sprayed painted him, along with my washing machine and basement window and door. YEAH I WASN"T HAPPY!
Ok off to shower so I can go to WW and own my ten pound GAIN!

Steph - I know you must be frusterated, but since it's not my house, Hi Lar Ious!!!

 

[RodK1975]

FINALLY! Someone gets it about the banana! I have said it since the first volume of this thread! That thing just FREAKS ME OUT! Thanks, Roddy!

Well, I'm glad I found some support on the banana. I'm not sure about you, Erika, but every time I see it, I feel my IQ drop a half to three-quarters of a point. I DON'T LIKE THAT!!!

I'll have you know that because of you and Kelly, my husband and I have been watching Doctor Who episodes that we get on dvd from the library. We should probably be exercising instead of watching tv, you know!

True, true. But aren't you so glad we did mention it! I suggest the two part episdoses entitled "Family of Blood-Human Nature" and "Forest of the dead-Silence in the library" they are my favorites.

Work blows.

Yes, yes it does. It blows bovine reproductive organs.

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

Well, I'm glad I found some support on the banana. I'm not sure about you, Erika, but every time I see it, I feel my IQ drop a half to three-quarters of a point. I DON'T LIKE THAT!!!

Hey! You're talking about my best friend. The

 

[RodK1975]

It says to the neutral me, "She likes the banana, it's her choice and she has the right to like the banana if she so chooses. Peace be with her. "

It says to the anti-banana me, "OMG, THE BANANA IS ROBBING HER OF HER INTELLIGENCE AND SHE DOESN'T REALIZE IT. STAY AWAY FROM THE BANANA FOR YOUR OWN SAKE, PLEASE, PLEASE, DON'T TRUST THE EVIL SHENANIGANS OF THE 'PEANUT BUTTA JELLY, PEANUT BUTTA JELLY, PEANUT BUTTA JELLY WID A BASEBALL BAT' BANANA. "

 

[DisneyWorld Delight]

The banana doesn't sing to me. Maybe it's YOU, not the banana. Prolly so.

 

[DISNEY4XMAS]

Steph - I know you must be frusterated, but since it's not my house, Hi Lar Ious!!!

After my initial shock and horror! I thought it was funny too!

 

[RodK1975]

The banana doesn't sing to me. Maybe it's YOU, not the banana. Prolly so.

Yeah, maybe it's causing hallucinations.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AVr8GEn5yJA

 

[lisaviolet]

Where the hell is everyone today???

Nancy? Liz? Lyz? Amy? All of the Lisas? Sarah? Steph?

School with no internet. Same class as last week and it flowed. Nice.

Sorry! I was...

AT THE GYM.

Spin class! The instructor greeted me enthusiastically by name and said she had missed me. Isn't that nice? After the class, she stopped me, we shared war stories (her son DIED of a brain tumor years ago. How AWFUL is that? ) and she said she'd pray for my mom.


Then I went to buy a water bottle - Paula's exact one - and vitamins and extra D for active women - that's me, didn't you know - and then new running shoes. And then home to shower and eat my veggie burger.


I am Erika's disciple!


Okay, love you all, gotta go get the kids from school. Be back in 20.

Nice Liz - on the class. So sad with her son. So sad.

Oy to the vey That's awesome.



Glad you were successful in the dress shopping. We went on Saturday, and found dresses for my daughter and her friend. The friend's mom was so happy to have her daughter actually try this stuff on -- it is so not her thing!! They both looked great.



Congratulations!!!! So excited for you -- good job!







I'll have you know that because of you and Kelly, my husband and I have been watching Doctor Who episodes that we get on dvd from the library. We should probably be exercising instead of watching tv, you know!



Fantastic!


What a gorgeous weekend - it hit close to 80 degrees yesterday, which was perfect for Caylin's softball practice. We were running around all weekend, so it sure wasn't relaxing but still fun.

I plan to spend the week trying to undo the damage from eating and drinking too much all weekend. We cooked up a storm yesterday, so are set for dinners for the week -- which is good, as we have evening activities almost every night.

Hope you are all having a great day!!

Good to see you Lisa.


What did I want to say to you. Oh hubby - another nice hubby moment. Nice.

And age. I'm sad not to be a mother. Very sad but other than that loving aging. For now.

 

[lisaviolet]

Hi everyone! Can I join you folks? I found this thread through a link someone posted in another thread. Like a lot of people, I have a bit of a history with food and my weight. I know that I eat when I'm stressed, and lately that's been a lot. I joined a gym 5 years ago and managed to lose almost 40 pounds, but as of now a lot of that has crept back on (not sure how much, as I haven't weighed myself in awhile). I plan on starting to eat more healthy foods, going to the gym more and managing my life so I'm not so stressed. I'd just love to have a support group to help cheer me on, and to lend a listening ear when I need to vent. Thanks guys!

Hi Cathy. So envious of your PEI home. Where do you live in New Brunswick?

Yep, managing life so not so stressed is huge for me. I sighed when I read that. So true.

A big welcome to you.

Final results are in--

Mom WON her age group! First place!

I managed a top 10 finish in my age group, so that is ok. If I had nailed my run, I would have placed third, though, so it is a bittersweet end! (There are monetary prizes for top 3 in each age group.) I came in 25th overall for women (out of about 150). Next time, right?

P.S. I beat every single one of the women in the 18-29 category! THAT is worth something! Totally schooled those 20-somethings!

OMG. Your mom - that is so flippin' wonderful. I so have to meet this woman one day. So have to.

Stop that could have been 3rd stuff Erika. Top 10 is fabulous. So much compettion.

Love the PS.

And the shoulders. Holy flippin' V Erika. Holy flippin' V!!!! You be nice to those swim winning shoulders. Okay?

Hi everyone!!!! Will do my new info soon.

 

[lisaviolet]

Steph - the cat. The poor cat.