In Search of My Body vol.9 - I Get By With A Little Help From My Friends

[HockeyKat]

Thank you Nancy & Kat, but what sould eat on Thursday and Friday?? I should start at 8:10 that morning but the 15,000 5Ker's are to go off at 7:40 then we line up, I don't see how we are going to line up in 30 mins and start, so I don't know what time I will start running.

Kat, When is your half? I thought it was this weekend? My run club helped out at the chicago marathon and they go jackets and goodies, hope you get some goodies!!

I'm with Nancy, eat what you normally would, and get a lot of sleep if you can. Also, drink a lot of water on Friday and Saturday. (32-64 oz a day)

I just got the best news! I do not, in fact, have a scheduling conflict for the Princess! I was so sure that the Gala was going to be the night before the 1/2 marathon. I was at the gym this morning (wearing my Princess tech tee) and like a FREAK I was trying to decide if I could take a flight out of Boston late Saturday night and get to WDW in time to get to the start line by 5:30am. Now I don't have to. (although that would have been an amazing story to tell )

Yaaaay!!!!

 

[cathie1327]

Cathie, Sorry your not feeling well, have they checked your gaulblatter (not sure if I spelled that right)

The first thing my doctor thought of was actually my gallbladder since it's in that area...but I had it removed when I was 17 lol so that's out of the picture. She said it is still possible though, that I could still develop some stones in the tube that connects your liver to your stomach, since your liver helps to develop bile. So that's probably something they'll look for in an ultrasound.

Thanks for the well wishes all.

As of late, my focus has really been lots of water. Mostly because of the meds I'm on, but it has been helping me lose some weight, well that and a combo of the lack of appetite probably. But it's a good way to get me into the habit, and I'm finding myself carrying my water bottle everywhere these-a-days.

Have a great day everyone!

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

Posting from phone.
Yay Nancy is going to the princess!!! We need to start trip planning!!

thanks kat,paula,nancy for the posts
i am so excited for the race but nevous to.

have a great day all

by the way does anyone kmow how i get a princess in training t

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Jo - I'll definitely share training info with you - I'm sure everyone will be willing to give you tips/ideas so you can choose what plan is right for you & your own situation!

 

[HockeyKat]

Jo, I forgot to answer your other question!! My half is Nov 14th.

 

[DisneyGalUK]

Hi Everyone!

Ive not checked in for a few days - I came down with a killer cold thats just made me feel blah! However - I did stick to my points plan and this week I am down 1lb!

Meg - Feel better soon

Cathie - Welcome back! Very exciting about you and Carlos moving in together! I hope you feel better soon too

Jo - I agree with everything everyone else said! Sorry, I am NO help on running at all, but I do know you rock with how far you've come!

Paula - You have been such an inspiration - Banana cream pie in moderation is definitely deserved!

Nancy - Flannel sheets - I put ours on last night, and tonight I may or may not have dug out the hot water bottles!

LISAV!!!!!!!!!! Oh how Ive missed you!

And - I think I may have a story that will bring LisaV out to play again - its an IN-LAWS STORY!!!!

So its been a while since the in-laws have done anything to hurt my DH and make me burn with rage. Today is the day they rectified that
MIL turns the big 5-0 in december, SIL and BIL have decided to throw her a party - all the family, friends, work friends, cake, food, fun - sounds fabulous, yes. Well, they seem to have forgotten to invite someone...yes, DH found out about the party on FACEBOOK!!!!! The only reason he found out is because SIL posted on her status that she needed help with a 50th birthday cake for MIL. I am so beyond angry that I could actually explode.

I mean, what kind of person does that? Im not mad for me, I could not care less if I don't see SIL again but for them to do that to DH? How can BIL do that to his own brother? Weirdos, the lot of them.

Anyway, now that rant is over - my WW leader told us today that WW is having a complete overhaul starting from next week. The plan is completely changing! All she would tell us (they are sworn to secrecy) is that the minimum points we will have a day is 29 (this could be more depending on height, weight, age etc) and you get a 'slush fund' of 49 points per week for treats - alcohol, takeaways, whatever! I have no idea how any of this works, I'll know more next week! Exciting!

Hope everyone is having a better day than me

 

[AKASnowWhite]

And - I think I may have a story that will bring LisaV out to play again - its an IN-LAWS STORY!!!!

wow. Now that takes rude to a new level.

I'm having a rather emotionally stressful day. Eating has been, well, not the best. Thankfully I had a solid workout this morning.

 

[poppinspal]

Hey ladies. Lots going on with all of you, I'll try to catch up tomorrow. I've been trying to keep my mind busy and distracted so I don't think about my doctor's appointment on Monday. If I sit on the computer I get tempted to google things which the doctor instructed me not to do.

When I'm having trouble distracting myself I go over in my head what I'll wear to my half marathon in two weeks. Black tights, white long sleeve, blue Goddess shirt from E, coolmax socks, sneakers, two braids. I literally go over that list again and again and picture myself wearing it, running and being strong and healthy.

Yes, I have a phobia of doctors and tests. Yes, this is the most bizarre distraction tool ever. (But boy do I look great running in my mind.)

Bed time.

 

[goofyfan-12]

Hi everyone...

Well, I think I hit rock bottom today while at the gym. My lazy, unmotivated butt struggled through a core workout that used to be easy to do. I could barely cover 1/2 the distance if the mat with my crawling planks without having to stop and rest. I was pissed at myself and embarrassed. Jesse started asking questions and then called me out in everything that I haven't been doing lately. When he ran the numbers on how many extra calories I have eaten to have gained the 12 - yes 12 - freaking pounds that I have on me it was sobering. Talk about motivation!

So, it looks like I am going back to two 1/2 hour butt kicking workouts followed by cardio and one 1 hour butt kicking workout per week. This will be good for me. Deb at JC is kicking my butt in the food front so I am feeling a bit more confident now. Sighing... Finally - my head appears to be back where it needs to be.

Today - workout and healthy choices = small victory

Meg - here's a new image for you to ponder. You running down Main St to the castle, or how about crossing the finish line and getting that medal. My favorite is wearing the medal in the park after the race - awesome! Hang in there.

Nancy - sending hugs your way.

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

Paula, sorry about the breakdown. I have been there.
I did a 2.5 mile run last night and it felt like it was the first time I have ever ran. This quest is such a mental fight also. I am glad you are feeling a little better after being with Jesse

Meg, Crossing my fingers for you on Monday. How is your cold/ cough, Better?
Kat has a half the same day as you and I running a 8K for our run club. OH I almost for got, after I finish my 8K, I get a metal!!!! My First BLING!!

Nancy, sorry for the stress. I like Paula's idea she gave to Meg, instead of stressing thing of running main street, into the castle.. and waiting forEVER at the finish line for ME !!!
Less than 4 months, I can't wait to meet you!!

Happy Thursday All.

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Well, I think I hit rock bottom today while at the gym.

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Meg - here's a new image for you to ponder. You running down Main St to the castle, or how about crossing the finish line and getting that medal. My favorite is wearing the medal in the park after the race - awesome! Hang in there.

On the "rock bottom" - I feel really cruel because I want to say YAY! Hitting that low really sucks. Big time. No one wants to be in that awful place. But now there's no where but up. You know how great it feels when you are in control. When you choose the food to fuel the workouts. When you get to that gym and impress yourself (and intimidate others!) with your kickass lunges and squats. But we all know that if our minds aren't in that right place we just can't seem to get it done.

A side note - totally related - with all the focus you put on biking in recent months, did you find that your strength workouts suffered? I know mine did. And getting back into the weight lifting hurt like a mother, but I saw the results I was looking for.

And on your note to Meg - PERFECT image. I have the picture of you crossing the finish line at the Princess etched in my mind. Priceless.

This quest is such a mental fight also.

True that! Every step is a battle in my head.

 

[HockeyKat]

Jo, it is DEFINITELY a mental fight.

My day yesterday got out of control (at lunch at 4PM), and I went to the grocery store after work (about 7), and started a text "war" with a running club buddy that ended up with me on the treadmill for 2.6 miles (2 run/walk, .6 warmup/cooldown walk).

Paula, . I hit rock bottom myself about 2 weeks ago, considered bailing on the OBX half, and decided to pull myself out of it, and have been on ever since. Unfortunately, my gain was quite a bit more than 12 lbs.

 

[cathie1327]

So its been a while since the in-laws have done anything to hurt my DH and make me burn with rage. Today is the day they rectified that
MIL turns the big 5-0 in december, SIL and BIL have decided to throw her a party - all the family, friends, work friends, cake, food, fun - sounds fabulous, yes. Well, they seem to have forgotten to invite someone...yes, DH found out about the party on FACEBOOK!!!!! The only reason he found out is because SIL posted on her status that she needed help with a 50th birthday cake for MIL. I am so beyond angry that I could actually explode.

Really...wow. I'm sorry for both of you...that's really low to do that to someone.

Anyway, now that rant is over - my WW leader told us today that WW is having a complete overhaul starting from next week. The plan is completely changing! All she would tell us (they are sworn to secrecy) is that the minimum points we will have a day is 29 (this could be more depending on height, weight, age etc) and you get a 'slush fund' of 49 points per week for treats - alcohol, takeaways, whatever! I have no idea how any of this works, I'll know more next week! Exciting!

I have to admit, I'm really curiuos what they'll do...I've tried weight watchers a couple of times but had a hard time with the tracking. Wonder if they'll make that any easier?

When I'm having trouble distracting myself I go over in my head what I'll wear to my half marathon in two weeks. Black tights, white long sleeve, blue Goddess shirt from E, coolmax socks, sneakers, two braids. I literally go over that list again and again and picture myself wearing it, running and being strong and healthy.

Yes, I have a phobia of doctors and tests. Yes, this is the most bizarre distraction tool ever. (But boy do I look great running in my mind.)

I sure do understand the doctor phobia...and I hope you're doing better soon. That's a pretty powerful image, so that's good you have something to distract you

During my CT scan earlier this week, they had to use an IV. I have a DEATHLY fear of anything involving needles, and so from the point that she put the IV in I just closed my eyes and pictured the castle, and Dumbo, and POC until the entire thing was over. The whole thing was still pretty awful, but the distraction helped.

Hi everyone...

Well, I think I hit rock bottom today while at the gym. My lazy, unmotivated butt struggled through a core workout that used to be easy to do. I could barely cover 1/2 the distance if the mat with my crawling planks without having to stop and rest. I was pissed at myself and embarrassed. Jesse started asking questions and then called me out in everything that I haven't been doing lately. When he ran the numbers on how many extra calories I have eaten to have gained the 12 - yes 12 - freaking pounds that I have on me it was sobering. Talk about motivation!

I'm sorry you had such a hard time---but I'm also glad that you got the motivation you needed. Hoping from here on out it gets easier for you

I don't have a whole lot new to report....trying not to stress at the request of my doctor, since that seems to be bringing my ulcers back and the last thing I need is complicating whatever's going wrong more. But it's been hard. Just everyday stress is enough, but the added stress of not knowing what's wrong is even worse.

I requested no credit for all of my classes except my art class yesterday I was pretty upset to do it, but I know it'll be better than failing them, and it'll be much easier to get the rest I need when I'm not running myself ragged. I'm just frustrated that that's 3 classes I have to redo, and next year, I'll likely still be a sophmore, unless I can find the money to take classes over the summer. We'll see when that point gets here, I suppose.

I also stepped on the scale yesterday. Since all of this started 20 days ago, I've lost 13 pounds. I have to admit, it feels sort of good to put on my clothes and see them a little looser....but I really hate that I've lost those pounds because I can't eat very much, and because my body is broken. But it's really given me some motivation to keep eating relatively healthy (I've had to cut back on SO many things per the doctor, to see how it affects the situation) even when this is over, and to start incorporating some exercise, a little at a time, once my body's up for it. I really, really, want to be healthy, and I realized today that even once they figure out/fix whatever's going wrong with me, if I go back to eating junk and letting myself go again I won't really be healthy. It's been a huge moment of realization for me.

I hope everyone has a great day, I'll be on throughout the day, since our work volume today is INCREDIBLY low.

 

[HockeyKat]

Cathie, yay on the weight loss, although boo on the reason.

I did Zumba again tonight... it's really a lot of fun. I like this instructor tons better than the one I did last spring. It's much more about dance and less about jumping around. She sneaks in strength moves too, lunges and ab work and such.

Lack of grace is definitely outweighed by lack of diginity with respect to me and Zumba, though! The instructor makes it look cool and graceful and hip, where as I look rather like drowning, movie style, but with no water...

 

[AKASnowWhite]

The instructor makes it look cool and graceful and hip, where as I look rather like drowning, movie style, but with no water...

Drama dress rehersal tonight. Tomorrow is opening night....lots to say on many subjects but it will have to wait. Catch you all tomorrow!

 

[AKASnowWhite]

Happy Friday all!

It's another gray, rainy, uninspiring morning here. The gym is closed today & tomorrow for locker room renovations. No biking - too wet. It looks like a TM morning.

Paula - how are things going for you?

Cathie - sorry to hear about the health troubles. I'm glad to hear that you have been able to lose weight during it though. I'd be more likely to stress eat my way thru the whole thing.

Kat - you have no idea how jealous I am of your Zumba. Of a gym that has CLASSES. Planet Fitness is so bare bones. It would be so fabulous to have a full-service gym here again <sigh>

 

[adsrtw]

Good morning! I'm so glad that your schedule works out for the princess! I don't want to go into details but work is at a new low. Looking at programs to supplement my degree before moving to a Master's. Trying to hang in there, but it's very tough. Just had my 11th anniversary and don't see me making 12.

 

[cantwaitvaca09]

What do I wear tomorrow

This is the email I got from the race

"Based on the current weather forecast, we are expecting a cold start to the race on Saturday morning. Temperatures at race time will likely be around freezing and then climbing into the 40's by the end of the event. Fortunately, the winds will be calming and the day should be sunny."

I have 2 long sleeve running shirts and a running this jacket,
Should I wear all of it or something else?

 

[cathie1327]

Cathie, yay on the weight loss, although boo on the reason.

I did Zumba again tonight... it's really a lot of fun. I like this instructor tons better than the one I did last spring. It's much more about dance and less about jumping around. She sneaks in strength moves too, lunges and ab work and such.

Lack of grace is definitely outweighed by lack of diginity with respect to me and Zumba, though! The instructor makes it look cool and graceful and hip, where as I look rather like drowning, movie style, but with no water...

Yeah it's nice to lose weight, I just wish it had been because of hard work and not being near death half of the time lol.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE Zumba. We have it here at work at a pretty affordable rate...I'm hoping next semester that my school schedule will be different so I'll be free for the time they do the class

And don't worry...I KNOW I look like a flopping fish out of water. Still fun

Happy Friday all!

It's another gray, rainy, uninspiring morning here. The gym is closed today & tomorrow for locker room renovations. No biking - too wet. It looks like a TM morning.

Cathie - sorry to hear about the health troubles. I'm glad to hear that you have been able to lose weight during it though. I'd be more likely to stress eat my way thru the whole thing.

Sounds like a dreary, icky morning, good for you for still hopping on the treadmill though I have the hardest time being motivated when it's cloudy out.

And honestly, I probably would have stress eaten too....if I had a decent appetite. And even when I do have an appetite, I can usually only get a few bites down before I start being in a lot of pain again. SO even though I may have tried to pig out a few times ( jus' sayin) it wasn't very productive lol.

Good morning! I'm so glad that your schedule works out for the princess! I don't want to go into details but work is at a new low. Looking at programs to supplement my degree before moving to a Master's. Trying to hang in there, but it's very tough. Just had my 11th anniversary and don't see me making 12.

Sorry things are so frustrating for you right now

What do I wear tomorrow

This is the email I got from the race

"Based on the current weather forecast, we are expecting a cold start to the race on Saturday morning. Temperatures at race time will likely be around freezing and then climbing into the 40's by the end of the event. Fortunately, the winds will be calming and the day should be sunny."

I have 2 long sleeve running shirts and a running this jacket,
Should I wear all of it or something else?

EEEEk! That's awfully cold!!!! I'm no good with running gear, so I have no answer (sorry!) but either way I hope you stay warm!!!!

Have I mentioned I hate the cold?

 

[adsrtw]

Jo, I would wear the running shirt and jacket. When you get warm, you can tie the jacket around your waist.