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Posted by jennyb1975 in Weigh-in, Weight Loss and tagged with , , ,

This morning was going to be a challenge; getting up to get to Curves for my first Weigh-in and coaching session. There admittedly was partial dread because I haven’t been exactly perfect on program.

I lost my pedometer. I haven’t been following meal plan.

Yet as I walked to Curves I had to give myself some positive self talk. I’ve been moving! I’ve been drinking mostly water! I’ve been taking my vitamins. I’ve been conscious of eating – what I’m eating, how much and how often.

I haven’t been perfect, but I’ve been doing great.

I had my coaching session and got some printouts that will really help me succeed in the next week, in addition to some great encouragement.

And….

This morning I was quite happy to see results. Down 3.5!

Yes!

Moving works. Bottom line. And I happily yawned through my first EVER early morning workout. With a huge smile!

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Sometimes

Posted by jennyb1975 in Non-Scale Victory and tagged with , , ,

Sometimes life happens and despite the best laid plans, you just have to take care of business.

Today was one of those days. I was prepared and on my way to the gym after work when we had an emergency at home. I needed to be there to help with a situation in my sublet space with the handyman.

He had spent an obstacle and mess filled day taking out an old washing machine and putting a newer one in. My sub tenant wasn’t home and they needed to access the unit again m, so i went home, forgoing my workout but not begrudging my life. I chose to spend time overseeing the end of the job.

And then it came time to move the old washer out.

On a dolly.

On narrow stairs.

It turns out the washer was in the basement before the place was renovated. So the opening at the top of the stairs was smaller than before the Reno.

It’s a good thing I was home! AND that I had been going to Curves!

I had all the strength that I needed to help him, holding the unit up and lifting from the bottom of the stairs. I had the stamina to keep going and clean the mess for an hour, scrubbing carpet and more. And I had the endurance to keep moving for another three hours, mowing the lawn, laundry, outdoor seeping and more.

THAT would have been a two day job two weeks ago.

THAT might have been a little impossible for me two months ago, both mentally, and physically because I was in poor health, feeling helpless and resigned to my destiny of being out of shape.

But it wasn’t.

I might not have made it to the gym tonight, but I’m fairly certain I had a helluva life workout instead.. And I’m holding my head up just as high!

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Happy Friday, friends!

I’m still on track!

Posted by jennyb1975 in Workouts and tagged with , , , ,

It’s been a few days since I posted!! Yikes! Can’t make a habit of that.

Although I haven’t been posting I HAVE been keeping up with the workouts.

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I’ve been feeling amazing! I did back to back Thursday-Friday trip to the gym last week and when Saturday came even though I could feel the soreness of pushing so hard I had incredible energy. We went walking for about three hours in our ‘hood followed by a full day of chores.

I’m staring to believe that the exercise actually gives you more energy rather than taking it away. So, really when we try to use the excuse of being too tired to exercise, its invalid because we actually can GET energy from it. Cool!

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Today’s workout helped me see how important food choices are. I was super tired this afternoon and on the way to the gym I realized I had not had enough protein before my workout. I knew that I was going to get my ass kicked. And even though I was yawning all the way through, I still worked super hard to make a great effort.

I noticed something today.. The stretches are getting easier. I’m getting more flexible! Or maybe there’s a little less of me to work around..

I smell results in the making!

Results

Posted by jennyb1975 in Uncategorized

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I used to be the Queen of excuses. There was always a reason that I couldn’t make my health a priority, whether it be the needs of others, a hectic life or just the inability to get moving when I did have the time, because of being tired or stiff.

There comes a time for a shift in attitude. When the voice you speak starts sounding foreign because the voice inside is practically begging for change. There comes a time when you can’t ignore the cries for help anymore. When you must enact a change, rid the storehouse of excuses and push yourself to live the best possible life.

Making an appointment with myself is one way that I have learned to not miss a workout, to make it a priority. You wouldn’t miss a dentist or doctor appointment. So why not put your own life that high on the priority list?

No excuses. Try it on for change.

Day Four

Posted by jennyb1975 in Uncategorized, Workouts and tagged with ,

What a great workout yesterday!

I don’t have the same level of muscle fatigue as I did after my first visit on Tuesday, but I can tell I was at the gym. I find that a bit odd because I was really pushing hard last night. Anyone have thoughts on this?

Makes me think I’ve got another go in me today.

Bag is packed, appointment with self booked for an after work visit to Curves and kick off the weekend in a positive manner.

Why Curves?

I have to tell you, they really eliminate the obstacles that you might like to throw up to roadblock yourself. Like “I don’t know how to use the equipment”, “I don’t like to watch myself working out”, “I don’t have time”, “it’s too hard”. They literally have left no excuse for you to NOT do it!

The staff take time to train you on equipment and correct your newbie errors and really are a built in cheering section. There are NO mirrors – quiet the mind and rid yourself of mid routine negative self talk. The workout is 30 minutes plus stretching and is in a circuit, so it’s brainless. How could anyone not want to get healthier when it’s THAT easy??

If ever there was a workout easy button, Curves is it.

And I’m pressing it!

Commitment

Posted by jennyb1975 in Quotes, Weight Loss

“There’s a difference between interest and commitment. When you’re interested in doing something, you do it only when circumstances permit. When you’re committed to something, you accept no excuses, only results.” ~Unknown

I’m mid-transit to Curves and had to post this quote. How perfect for me today.

It speaks to me, saying when you really want something – to accomplish something great – you have to create the opportunities, circumstances and ingredients for success.

Much like I wrote this morning. You can’t take no for an answer. Especially if it’s the little devilish voice in the back of your head trying to stop you from achieving that great accomplishment.

Don’t listen to the chirping. Make it happen. You’re worth it.

I AM WORTH IT.

Day Three

Posted by jennyb1975 in Weight Loss and tagged with , , , , , , ,

And so it begins. I’ve been looking forward to my next workout. Planned to be there at 7am, on the way to work.

Unfortunately life got in the way a bit.

My mom had to go out of town this morning. She lives with me and is such a stellar support for my kiddo when I can’t be there. So with her going out of town I couldn’t hit the gym this morning as planned.

No problem, I will squeeze it in after work. Pack my bag. Ready for it. Excited for it!

Then the Internet goes down. Again for the umpteenth time in two weeks. I promised I would get it fixed next time it went down.  But this time I couldn’t delay calling the provider because even the power cycling didn’t work.  I don’t know about you, but our house without internet is like Vancouver without rain.  It just isn’t right.

So I call the provider and book an appointment for this evening, 5-9pm.

Wait.  The gym closes at 7:30.

Ok, no problem.  I can still do this.

I’m GOING TO DO THIS!

No more excuses!  No settling for circumstances as they present themselves.  No acceptance of fate because it’s easier.

I am dedicated.  I am determined.  I am committed.

Somehow, someway, I will be at Curves today.  Even if I have to leave work early.  I will be there.  I will not allow life to get in the way any more.

No more “tomorrow”, because that opens the door to extensions that result in the three days, next week, next month and never.

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Day Two

Posted by jennyb1975 in Weight Loss and tagged with , , ,

You know that feeling you get after a great workout? That muscle burn silent message where your brain and body are giving each other high-fives?

I can’t remember the last time I felt that burn.

The day after workout glow suits me well. I love her. I love the pride I see in myself when I look in the mirror. I love the excitement that I feel knowing another gym day is just around the corner.

Another step closer to my goals.
Another layer of skin shed.
Another marker on the journey, lest I lose my way.

I have an addictive personality. My history is all the evidence I need to self-diagnose that. I’m secretly hoping that working out becomes my new addiction.

I’ll be a Curves junkie, waiting for the door to open at 7:00am.

I’m good with that.

Day 2: added multi-vitamin, calcium and Omega 369. Slow chewing food, consciously. More water. No late snacking. And headed to bed with residual muscle burn. I feel more satisfied today. Content. And more loving of myself simply because of my effort to do something amazing for myself.

I rock. High-five me!

“It’s not that …

Posted by jennyb1975 in Uncategorized, Weight Loss and tagged with , , , ,

“It’s not that some people have willpower and some don’t. It’s that some people are ready to change and others are not.” ~James Gordon

 

When I woke up yesterday morning something was different. I didn’t feel like I did the day before or a week before.

I knew it was time. Time for change.

As I soaked in the bath an overwhelming feeling consumed me. I need to do something about my weight. NEEDED. There was no “I’ll start tomorrow” left in me. It had to be today. I could feel it as intrinsically as I felt the overwhelming need to quit smoking in 2011, before I quit by breaking my leg. And feeling that familiar feeling, I knew this time my action was required before something bad happened. I didn’t want to learn from my mistakes. I wanted to avoid the mistake happening in the first place.

This was the moment that the caterpillar started to emerge from her cocoon.

The moment that the spark of change ignited.

This was Day 1.