In Search of My Body - Not the One I Ate, VOL 8...It's Never Too Late To Start Again!

[3DisneyKids]

Kat--given your hockey schedule, I think the best thing is to stick to your plan. Walk on Saturday. Yes, in the snow. Bundle up--you can do it! And remember, we burn more calories when cold!

Jo--sorry that you have a sucky boss. Anything in particular that he did today?

Paula. Paula. Paula. OMG, your strength. You can do anything you set your mind to. You got great advice already, but here's some other things to think about--You have incredible endurance! And you yourself have said that you are in this for the long haul, for the lifestyle change. That is always going to take longer and take more energy than a quick diet where you might lose a lot of weight quickly only to turn around and put it back on. You have clearly made the change. And that means that there are going to be easier times and rougher times. So don't sweat it and certainly don't beat yourself up about it.

OMG, just look at where you came from. Now you are saying things like, "I only walked 4 miles today," and "I found another bike race that I want to do..." Seriously! Look at where are ARE as compared to where you WERE. Mind boggling.

My experience--when I trained for my first Half, it took all of my focus and energy just to concentrate on my runs and workouts. While I didn't go crazy and eat everything in sight, I certainly didn't focus on my food while I was also focusing on training for the event. I could only manage one at a time. Right now I seem to be moving both forward, but I think that is only due to having been here before.

Keep going. Do what you can. We've totally got your back.

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

Jo--sorry that you have a sucky boss. Anything in particular that he did today?



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Its hard to explain, she has to micro manage everything. She's just so so yucky. I can not control the way other people treat me. I can only control how I react. Today, my mind and my feelings have forgotten that. Tomorrows a better day. I hope to have a big # missing on the scale at my 1st weigh in

 

[poppinspal]

Afternoon everyone!

Jo-I'm sorry that you have to deal with a boss like that. I know it doesn't make it easier but just think how much better off you are(and probably happier) by being such a happy (and in my opinion kind) soul.

Paula-You've gotten much better advice then I probably would ever give. But I will say this... it might help to think how strong you'll feel after you've completed the half. You have a body that can carry you that many miles so you're already doing great. It'll all come together for you. I will also say by training for a half marathon I already think you're amazing!

Erika-Doesn't sound like much of a rest day to me! Just reading the word lunges made my legs ache.

I did my run last night despite having a bit of a head cold, I just ran with tissues stuffed in my pockets. It was a struggle but it's done. Tonight I was going to do some strength stuff and play on my Wii Fit but unfortunately my schools book store sent me the wrong book for my class so I to go exchange it. I left college after two years and so eight years later I'm returning to finish it. I can't believe how much has changed in eight years! I'm a little terrified.

 

[DisneyGalUK]

But a cute dog Kelly. Please know I"m only kidding you. And I really thought I was finished. But new material came. I had such a laugh - such a laugh - yesterday when I found out that he was engaged I firmly believe that men and women should realize that there are some men -and women - that are not meant for marriage or monogamy.

Emily Blunt - it's nice - is engaged as well.

But I love his vibe and his humour.

I know deep down hes a dog - but such a good looking, talented one!

Kat - I might have missed this, but how was Choir?

Jo - Sorry about your sucky boss

Cathie -

Paula - Ok, Im not great at giving advice but I will say this. I haven't been on this thread as long as the other ladies, but in the year or so that I have been here the change in you is unbelievable. As Erika said, Bike Rides, the Gym, The weight loss - everything. You have come so far, and you CAN keep going. Just be kind to yourself

Everyone - Hi

Im very excited today - Me, my mum, my mums older sister (aunt), her younger brother (uncle) and my 12 year old cousin have booked to go to London in April for two days sightseeing and to go to the theatre to see Hairspray

I love love love the theatre!

I had the most delicious dinner tonight - chilli pasta bake. Super easy and low in points! I used whole wheat pasta, Quorn Mince (soya/tofu-y stuff), tomato and chilli sauce and packed it with red onion, pepper, mushrooms, courgette and baked it in the oven with low fat cheese on top. Deelicious!

Have a great day everyone

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

I did my run last night despite having a bit of a head cold, I just ran with tissues stuffed in my pockets. It was a struggle but it's done. Tonight I was going to do some strength stuff and play on my Wii Fit but unfortunately my schools book store sent me the wrong book for my class so I to go exchange it. I left college after two years and so eight years later I'm returning to finish it. I can't believe how much has changed in eight years! I'm a little terrified.

Thanks Meg,, Hey to you for going back to school! That takes alot of will. Good for you!

Everyone - Hi

Im very excited today - Me, my mum, my mums older sister (aunt), her younger brother (uncle) and my 12 year old cousin have booked to go to London in April for two days sightseeing and to go to the theatre to see Hairspray

I love love love the theatre!

That sound like a fun outing!!!! Enjoy!

 

[HockeyKat]

Okay, public service announcement for today. Don't lie on your resume. The potential employer WILL find out. Just sayin'.


Meg, what are you going to school for?


The treadmill beat me soundly today. I only managed 2 miles in 29 min. I told myself that if I still felt as bad at 2 miles as I did at .5 miles, then I could stop... It wasn't the sweaty icky heart-poundy I can't go on, either. More like, my legs won't support me.

I think I am not eating enough.

 

[poppinspal]

Jo- Thanks. I was really nervous when I applied but I actually like being in school so now I'm a little excited. Although working full time and doing school has me a little nervous. Has your family all managed to stay healthy?

Kelly- Sounds like tons of fun. I enjoy going to see shows but have never seen Hairspray. I bet it's a fun one.

Kat- I'm doing double duty... english and history. Right now I'm thinking I'd like to teach middle school but we'll see. Sorry your run didn't go so well today.

 

[3DisneyKids]

Kat--good job listening to your body! That is important. You have to be able to tell the "Yes, this sucks, but I know that if I push through this point then I will be fine for the rest of it" from the "Yeah, this just isn't gonna happen today" type of feelings. If it makes you feel better, I have those days. I set out to do what should be an easy run for me, only to barely make it 2 miles. It just happens.

Meg--good for you that you are going back! Where? I am a professor and I have tons of colleagues at many of the various Boston schools.

Kelly--HI! Ooooh, I have London envy! I want to hop over to London for the weekend to go to the theatre!

So, I ended up doing squats and lunges today. Had an extra 10 minutes at the bus stop, so... You all know my philosophy on that! I will get core in shortly. But if I don't post about it, Nancy and Paula, you know what to do!

 

[Ronda93]

Okay Kat. Was it a big lie or a little one? Education, experience, criminal record?

Ronda

 

[adsrtw]

Yes we need details Kat!

Just a quick pop in as I am walking, be back soon! Between the DIS and FB, I am all over the place. Well, until I run out the battery.

 

[3DisneyKids]

Just popping in as I wait for J to get home. T-30 minutes. For those that don't know, my husband travels to Asia quite a bit for work. He's been gone for a few weeks now and returns home tonight. He'll be home for the next 3-4 weeks, and then gone again for 3-4 weeks.

Anyhow, not likely that I will be back online till tomorrow.

GOALS! What happened to posting daily goals? Let's get ON IT!

Mine for Thursday:

--water, water, water (as I know I will be drinking tonight)
--run
--upper body strength
--core
--track

Looking at those goals, I better not drink too much tonight!

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

My first weigh in.... Down 4!

Thats the good news, now for the bad.
DH had a friend over tonight and they make steak, potato, salad. I so needed that after a day like today. So I think I just blew the 4lbs, but I did do the elliptical for 15 mins before my weigh in.
Why does the elliptical hate me so much HA HA

Feeling better now that I am not at work!!
Baby is good! Alexa, Is still fine for now, but I just hope that she does not get sick, I think if she does not start tonight I will be in the clear..



Meg, dont worry about school, I know you will ROCK IT!!!

Kat, Hope your body feels better tomorow, it sound like you have been really working hard

Hi to everyone, I hope all of you have a good night,

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

Just popping in as I wait for J to get home. T-30 minutes. For those that don't know, my husband travels to Asia quite a bit for work. He's been gone for a few weeks now and returns home tonight. He'll be home for the next 3-4 weeks, and then gone again for 3-4 weeks.

Anyhow, not likely that I will be back online till tomorrow.

GOALS! What happened to posting daily goals? Let's get ON IT!

Mine for Thursday:

--water, water, water (as I know I will be drinking tonight)
--run
--upper body strength
--core
--track

Looking at those goals, I better not drink too much tonight!

E, So glad your DH is home, I think you said you have been saving the drinking points for him to get back. So I guess there is no Core for you tonight. have a wonderful night!

 

[AKASnowWhite]

OMG. Busy evening! Where do I even start?!?!?

Cathie - What a week. Hang in there.

Megan - I'm sorry, but I laughed at your running with tissues. I had to do that a couple of weeks ago. Not a whole lot of fun is it! And on the back to school!

Kelly - The theatre. I love it too! Going to see Lion King on Saturday.

Okay, public service announcement for today. Don't lie on your resume. The potential employer WILL find out. Just sayin'.

Just out of curiousity....which end of the resume were you on?

I think I am not eating enough.

I think you may be right. It takes a lot of fuel for your body to do all that you are doing - between the hockey & the 1/2 marathon? That's a whole lotta calories you are burning.

I will get core in shortly. But if I don't post about it, Nancy and Paula, you know what to do!

Please pass the hammer

GOALS! What happened to posting daily goals? Let's get ON IT!

I was thinking that myself earlier. It's so much easier NOT to do something when you haven't publically announced it.

E, So glad your DH is home, I think you said you have been saving the drinking points for him to get back. So I guess there is no Core for you tonight. have a wonderful night!

Um, no. I don't give a rats @ss that he's coming home tonight. She had ALL DAY to do her core. It's not MY fault that she waited until the last minute. No excuses. Get 'er done.

eh who am I kidding. She's probably got several drinks in her already. Core could just be downright dangerous now. Drunk Erika on a stability ball?

 

[AKASnowWhite]

EE - did you get your new running shoes?

Jo - AWESOME on the loss!

 

[poppinspal]

Erika-I'm at UMass Lowell but I'm taking classes thru their continuing education department. I'm glad your DH is home, hope you're enjoying drinks with him!

Jo- Thanks for the support. In the next couple of weeks I'll probably need more support with my school then with my workouts. I'll probably be happy to run instead of signing on to my online classroom.

But more importantly..... congrats on the loss! Remember even if you think you over ate tonight, tomorrow is another day!

Nancy- Please laugh at the idea of me running with tissues. It was even funnier today when I did exercise on the balance ball with them. Doesn't my body know, a cold does not go well with training!

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Megan- I've been known to tote a box around the gym. A little sinus congestion is not going to slow me down

Hey Liz. Were we supposed to ask you about rescheduling your WW meeting?

 

[lisaviolet]

YOu know I was going to do a multi quote but you know I just don't feel like it. Nope.

Nancy - do you have any idea why I knew from the stepper that you had great legs? I wonder if leg lotteries really know the other side. Lean shapely legs get more and more beautiful on the stepper. Hence you missing/loving it. The stepper is your friend. Big ones turn into tree trunks on the same machine. Just in case you weren't aware. So heaven for the blessed - he!! for the not so blessed.

Jo - on the loss.

Hi to everyone.

I changed my bedroom into another room yesterday. We have a new TV room and I have a new bedroom. Gosh that's so interesting, isn't it? I must go to bed.

Oh and speaking of boring - but interesting to me - rainbow trout has been in the house TWO TIMES this week.

Oh did you guys catch that I decided that I will be at goal in late October/November. I've actually become pompous and one day last week - just decided - out of nowhere that yep that it will be then. Mathematically it's filled with pressure. But I didn't do any math when it came to me to choose that time - so whatever.

 

[poppinspal]

Nancy- If I end up dragging a box of tissues to hockey tomorrow I may just have to take a picture to share with you. (And I very well could end up having to do that!)

Hi Lisa!

Ok I need to get to bed.

Oh, oh. Goals for tomorrow...

-drink water!
-be better about logging
-don't let 10 hrs of work keep me from hockey, there should be no excuses!

Night all!

 

[adsrtw]

EE - did you get your new running shoes?

Jo - AWESOME on the loss!

Yes and I am in love.