Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Monday, March 28, 2011
BREATH OF ANGEL -A Book Review
As a reader and writer, I enjoy discovering new authors, new genres and new writing styles. It was for that reason that I signed up for Blogging for Books.
*Breath of Angel* by Karyn Henley arrived last week in the mail. I opened the envelop, re-read the excerpt on the back of the book and then put it aside, having other things I needed to do.
Two days ago, being that I finally has some downtime, I picked up the book and opened to the first chapter...I didn't put the book down until I finished the last chapter about five hours after having started it.
Being an avid reader and serious book lover/nerd, I was surprised at what an easy read this book turned out to be, considering the deep themes brought up in the excerpt of the book.
Perhaps its because I'm an avid reader or perhaps because it was meant to be read that way, but *Breath of Angel* ended up having so many familiar resonating undertones from other beloved books I've read, mainly C.S Lewis' *Narnia Chronicles* and J.R.R. Tolkien's *Lord of the Rings* Trilogy.
The writing style was simple and easy to follow, the Scriptural analogies within book's fantastical theme of angel involvement within human nature easy to pick up for any trained theologian, such as myself.
The theme of the book consisted of restoration of a destroyed divine object...in the case of the book, the Stairway to Heaven. This, of course, involves opposing forces that make it difficult for those who are aiming to restore the stairway as well as those who are aiming to permanently leave the stairway destroyed.
The blood feud between the immortal brothers is the founding upon which the success or failure of restoring the stairway is build upon, which makes it a central point in the story.
The other central point within the story is the casting of the young priestess, Melaia, as the one and only answer to the restoration of the stairway, thus casting her as the Savior character for the stranded angels on earth.
Of course, the involvement of other characters, different levels of angels as well as angel hybrids, the resulting offspring of angels and humans, makes the story multi-faceted, introducing other themes, such as the budding romance between Melaia and Trevin, a hybrid much like Melaia that had originally been serving the "evil" first born brother but in the end of the book, had declared his loyalty to the Angelaeon.
This romantic strain between Trevin and Melaia make this book, to me at least, interesting to read, especially with the contradicting feelings within Melaia concerning her feelings for Trevin and her inability to trust him as being on the side of the Angelaeon.
I do recommend this book to those who enjoy books along this fantastical-Scripture undertone genres. If you enjoyed the *Narnia Chronicles* as well as the *Lord of the Rings* trilogy, you'll more than likely enjoy *Breath of Angel.*
I am definitely looking forward to the next book in the series...it's an intriguing beginning to what seems to be a promising series.
Will Melaia succeed in restoring the Stairway to Heaven? Will the king, her father, be of help or a hindrance? Will Trevin's brother Dwin become a loyal follower of the Angelaeon or will he return to Lord Rejius, the evil first born, as soon as he has a chance? Will Melaia and Trevin fall in love? Will they have a chance to have a future together?
Will the Angelaeon be able to succeed without losing many of their members, such as Livia, Jarrod and Serai?
Looking forward to getting my hands on the entire series as it is released.
*I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review*
*Breath of Angel* by Karyn Henley arrived last week in the mail. I opened the envelop, re-read the excerpt on the back of the book and then put it aside, having other things I needed to do.
Two days ago, being that I finally has some downtime, I picked up the book and opened to the first chapter...I didn't put the book down until I finished the last chapter about five hours after having started it.
Being an avid reader and serious book lover/nerd, I was surprised at what an easy read this book turned out to be, considering the deep themes brought up in the excerpt of the book.
Perhaps its because I'm an avid reader or perhaps because it was meant to be read that way, but *Breath of Angel* ended up having so many familiar resonating undertones from other beloved books I've read, mainly C.S Lewis' *Narnia Chronicles* and J.R.R. Tolkien's *Lord of the Rings* Trilogy.
The writing style was simple and easy to follow, the Scriptural analogies within book's fantastical theme of angel involvement within human nature easy to pick up for any trained theologian, such as myself.
The theme of the book consisted of restoration of a destroyed divine object...in the case of the book, the Stairway to Heaven. This, of course, involves opposing forces that make it difficult for those who are aiming to restore the stairway as well as those who are aiming to permanently leave the stairway destroyed.
The blood feud between the immortal brothers is the founding upon which the success or failure of restoring the stairway is build upon, which makes it a central point in the story.
The other central point within the story is the casting of the young priestess, Melaia, as the one and only answer to the restoration of the stairway, thus casting her as the Savior character for the stranded angels on earth.
Of course, the involvement of other characters, different levels of angels as well as angel hybrids, the resulting offspring of angels and humans, makes the story multi-faceted, introducing other themes, such as the budding romance between Melaia and Trevin, a hybrid much like Melaia that had originally been serving the "evil" first born brother but in the end of the book, had declared his loyalty to the Angelaeon.
This romantic strain between Trevin and Melaia make this book, to me at least, interesting to read, especially with the contradicting feelings within Melaia concerning her feelings for Trevin and her inability to trust him as being on the side of the Angelaeon.
I do recommend this book to those who enjoy books along this fantastical-Scripture undertone genres. If you enjoyed the *Narnia Chronicles* as well as the *Lord of the Rings* trilogy, you'll more than likely enjoy *Breath of Angel.*
I am definitely looking forward to the next book in the series...it's an intriguing beginning to what seems to be a promising series.
Will Melaia succeed in restoring the Stairway to Heaven? Will the king, her father, be of help or a hindrance? Will Trevin's brother Dwin become a loyal follower of the Angelaeon or will he return to Lord Rejius, the evil first born, as soon as he has a chance? Will Melaia and Trevin fall in love? Will they have a chance to have a future together?
Will the Angelaeon be able to succeed without losing many of their members, such as Livia, Jarrod and Serai?
Looking forward to getting my hands on the entire series as it is released.
*I received this book for free from WaterBrook Multnomah Publishing Group for this review*
A Year...Difference?
So I accomplished one month of working out...amazing! Looks like there's more to me than what I thought.
My physical goal for month of April -To lose ten pounds. And to work out all thirty days...
I also need to get my behind moving on studying for my LSAT...these next two months are dedicated to Reading Comprehension...oh joy.
Well pictures as promised.
These two were taken last year on my 26th birthday, which was celebrated by going to church on Sunday morning then heading to Olive Garden for lunch curtesy of my little brother.
Yesterday started with a weigh in at six in the morning, working out for thirty minutes, going for a walk with my mother, showering, breakfast, getting dress and heading to church. The Heimers semi-surprised me with a birthday lunch and I got to cuddle my Livi-girl for long periods of time.
The only picture of myself I took is below...the rest of them are of my Livi-girl. Yes, Krysia, I'll e-mail them to you.
If you can see a difference, let me know. Because I still can't. But no despair...I shall keep working at it until I do see a difference.
My physical goal for month of April -To lose ten pounds. And to work out all thirty days...
I also need to get my behind moving on studying for my LSAT...these next two months are dedicated to Reading Comprehension...oh joy.
Well pictures as promised.
These two were taken last year on my 26th birthday, which was celebrated by going to church on Sunday morning then heading to Olive Garden for lunch curtesy of my little brother.
Yesterday started with a weigh in at six in the morning, working out for thirty minutes, going for a walk with my mother, showering, breakfast, getting dress and heading to church. The Heimers semi-surprised me with a birthday lunch and I got to cuddle my Livi-girl for long periods of time.
The only picture of myself I took is below...the rest of them are of my Livi-girl. Yes, Krysia, I'll e-mail them to you.
If you can see a difference, let me know. Because I still can't. But no despair...I shall keep working at it until I do see a difference.
Saturday, March 26, 2011
Tomorrow...
I will be turning 27 years old tomorrow...
I've completed my one month workout project...and am embarking on a second workout project tomorrow...
Tomorrow is also weigh in day...we shall see...I'll be happy if I lost the two pounds I gained during week three.
I will soldier on...
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #18
I completed 90 percent of the Cardio Burn DVD!!! And it turns out Billy Blank still makes me sweat...therefore, he's not done with me...except that by next week, he'll be joined by Jillian Michaels...oh boy!
I completed my one month challenge and am now challenging myself to another month...
I'll update a picture of myself in my birthday clothes (haven't figured out what those will be) along with tomorrow's post...
I AM DOING IT!!!
I've completed my one month workout project...and am embarking on a second workout project tomorrow...
Tomorrow is also weigh in day...we shall see...I'll be happy if I lost the two pounds I gained during week three.
I will soldier on...
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #18
I completed 90 percent of the Cardio Burn DVD!!! And it turns out Billy Blank still makes me sweat...therefore, he's not done with me...except that by next week, he'll be joined by Jillian Michaels...oh boy!
I completed my one month challenge and am now challenging myself to another month...
I'll update a picture of myself in my birthday clothes (haven't figured out what those will be) along with tomorrow's post...
I AM DOING IT!!!
Friday, March 25, 2011
April 1st
That's when I receive my next workout project. I am almost done with PT 24/7 and I'm ready to try something new and different, thus enter Jillian Michaels from THE BIGGEST LOSER, which is one of my to watch reality shows.
I plan on combining Jillian Michaels with Billy Blank just to see what I get...that means going from a thirty minute workout to an hour workout. Hopefully that will get me ready for INSANITY as I start saving my money for it...I want that t-shirt!
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #17
I worked out for thirty minutes today because I had to do things before the day went away. I did the scheduled Ripped Core DVD although I did it on top of the scheduled DVD yesterday.
I actually completed 95 percent of the DVD! And I didn't have to stop as often as before....and it still makes me sweat!
I've ordered my next DVD workout project...I am bringing in Jillian Michaels into my world along with Billy Blank, therefore creating my next project, which starts the day after my birthday...I shall call it THE JILLY BLELS PROJECT...or something else.
Next weigh-in is this Sunday morning...on my 27th birthday!
I plan on combining Jillian Michaels with Billy Blank just to see what I get...that means going from a thirty minute workout to an hour workout. Hopefully that will get me ready for INSANITY as I start saving my money for it...I want that t-shirt!
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #17
I worked out for thirty minutes today because I had to do things before the day went away. I did the scheduled Ripped Core DVD although I did it on top of the scheduled DVD yesterday.
I actually completed 95 percent of the DVD! And I didn't have to stop as often as before....and it still makes me sweat!
I've ordered my next DVD workout project...I am bringing in Jillian Michaels into my world along with Billy Blank, therefore creating my next project, which starts the day after my birthday...I shall call it THE JILLY BLELS PROJECT...or something else.
Next weigh-in is this Sunday morning...on my 27th birthday!
Thursday, March 24, 2011
It took Nine Years...Will it Take that Long to Reverse it ALL?!
I made myself a progress slideshow...because I don't see any changes in me...although there are. I definitely do not look like I did four, almost five, years ago.
It's going to be a slow process and I can't lose heart. Keep at it, keep at it, keep at it....
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #16
Today I combined two of the DVD workouts...Power Boot Camp and Ripped Core. It was a good hour work out and I completed 80 percent of each video.
I must say, I am ready to start something new...so tomorrow I am buying two of Jillian Michaels' thirty day DVDs...which means two months....and I plan on mix-n-matching with Billy Blank.
This I'll be doing until I save up $115 to get myself INSANITY...I want that t-shirt! In a size medium!
I can, will and am doing it!
It's going to be a slow process and I can't lose heart. Keep at it, keep at it, keep at it....
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #16
Today I combined two of the DVD workouts...Power Boot Camp and Ripped Core. It was a good hour work out and I completed 80 percent of each video.
I must say, I am ready to start something new...so tomorrow I am buying two of Jillian Michaels' thirty day DVDs...which means two months....and I plan on mix-n-matching with Billy Blank.
This I'll be doing until I save up $115 to get myself INSANITY...I want that t-shirt! In a size medium!
I can, will and am doing it!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Flipping Off Billy Blank
I found myself, in the middle of today's workout, flipping the bird at Billy Blank...and I couldn't help but smile.
I've got the needed drive now...the determination to continue despite wanting to stop.
Last time I flipped the bird at someone was my driving instructor...and I got my license after six one hour lessons...
For me, the bird means "I'll show you."
So believe me when I say, no matter how long it takes or how hard it gets, I'm gonna do it...so now I'm looking forward to seeing what I will look like by the end of this year...as I said at the beginning of the year, this is my year.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #15 (?)
I can complete up to eighty percent of every workout but I'm still having a hard time doing the cardio at the speed done on the video...but I do get my heart racing.
I am contemplating the possibility of starting to learn to run once I drop twenty more pounds...I've always wanted to run but I never did because of my weight.
I've settled on my next workout project just haven't bought it yet...so looking forward to that.
I'm doing it! -!-
I've got the needed drive now...the determination to continue despite wanting to stop.
Last time I flipped the bird at someone was my driving instructor...and I got my license after six one hour lessons...
For me, the bird means "I'll show you."
So believe me when I say, no matter how long it takes or how hard it gets, I'm gonna do it...so now I'm looking forward to seeing what I will look like by the end of this year...as I said at the beginning of the year, this is my year.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #15 (?)
I can complete up to eighty percent of every workout but I'm still having a hard time doing the cardio at the speed done on the video...but I do get my heart racing.
I am contemplating the possibility of starting to learn to run once I drop twenty more pounds...I've always wanted to run but I never did because of my weight.
I've settled on my next workout project just haven't bought it yet...so looking forward to that.
I'm doing it! -!-
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
The Groove
Trying so hard not to lose the groove.
I'm on week four, almost about to reach my goal of four weeks of working out and I feel like I'm about to lose my groove...not to mention my dedication and discipline.
I can't let that happen. I just can't.
Today is a rest day but since I took my rest day on Sunday (yes, it was on the schedule) I decided not to take today's.
Not only that, but I plan on working out extra time...for some strange reason I feel like thirty minutes is no longer enough.
I will be buying a new program this week to start a different work out project for next month...and I also plan on combining it with the PT 24/7 program. It doesn't hurt to work out for an hour instead of just thirty minutes after all.
And yes, I'm eating healthy...I'm just not seeing myself in a healthy way, which worries me. But I'm doing my best on not focusing on that.
Well, here's to my hour for today!
Good work out. I must stay in the groove. This is the time where encouragement will help.
Quick question: Does my face look thinner in the following picture?
Compare the above, taken yesterday, with the one below, taken at beginning of my four week PT 24/7 Project. Is there a difference? 'Cause I can't see any. So I need impartial, unbiased opinions. Feel free to share.
I'm on week four, almost about to reach my goal of four weeks of working out and I feel like I'm about to lose my groove...not to mention my dedication and discipline.
I can't let that happen. I just can't.
Today is a rest day but since I took my rest day on Sunday (yes, it was on the schedule) I decided not to take today's.
Not only that, but I plan on working out extra time...for some strange reason I feel like thirty minutes is no longer enough.
I will be buying a new program this week to start a different work out project for next month...and I also plan on combining it with the PT 24/7 program. It doesn't hurt to work out for an hour instead of just thirty minutes after all.
And yes, I'm eating healthy...I'm just not seeing myself in a healthy way, which worries me. But I'm doing my best on not focusing on that.
Well, here's to my hour for today!
Good work out. I must stay in the groove. This is the time where encouragement will help.
Quick question: Does my face look thinner in the following picture?
Compare the above, taken yesterday, with the one below, taken at beginning of my four week PT 24/7 Project. Is there a difference? 'Cause I can't see any. So I need impartial, unbiased opinions. Feel free to share.
Adios and Hasta Luego!
PS> No Journal Entry because I wasn't scheduled to work out but I did anyway, using one of Blank's DVDs, Ripped Core...I completed about 80 percent of it...it's getting easier every day I do it.
PS> No Journal Entry because I wasn't scheduled to work out but I did anyway, using one of Blank's DVDs, Ripped Core...I completed about 80 percent of it...it's getting easier every day I do it.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Sweat Drips
Sweat Drips
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #14
I was able to do eighty percent of the video today. My only down fall is the cardio and the kicks...especially when both are involved.
I am so excited to see the results this Sunday of another week of working out...I am already at a point where I want to work out every day...I don't think I plan on taking any more rest days...I will not get complacent, I will not get lazy.
Today is a Reality, Tomorrow is a Promise, and Yesterday is History. Those who think about doing something are usually passed by those doing it.
I know which on I am. Which one are you?
>Click link at beginning of post to be directed to my sparkpeople blog page<
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #14
I was able to do eighty percent of the video today. My only down fall is the cardio and the kicks...especially when both are involved.
I am so excited to see the results this Sunday of another week of working out...I am already at a point where I want to work out every day...I don't think I plan on taking any more rest days...I will not get complacent, I will not get lazy.
Today is a Reality, Tomorrow is a Promise, and Yesterday is History. Those who think about doing something are usually passed by those doing it.
I know which on I am. Which one are you?
>Click link at beginning of post to be directed to my sparkpeople blog page<
Thursday, March 17, 2011
One Hour!
Today was a rest day according to my Billy Blank calendar...but I couldn't do it.
So I used some of my other work out videos...I have several Ten Minute Solution videos and I did fifty minutes total between three videos.
Then I did ten more minutes just jamming to Flo Rida, Black Eye Peas and Rihanna.
An entire hour of working out!
It feels so good and my muscles aren't as sore as they were when I woke up this morning.
I've been leaning towards getting Jillian Michaels' DVDs for my next work out project.
When I feel ready, I plan on putting down serious money for the INSANITY program, but not yet. I still need to drop a good sixty pounds before I get that...it's a very intense program and I will be using it so I can tone up my flabby parts.
I tried putting on my size 18 jeans...not a good moment. I got them to zip up and button, something I hadn't been able to do three weeks ago, but it made my belly bulge look huge! And, of course, that made me feel exasperated because I don't SEE results in the mirror, just on the scale and on how some of my clothes fit...mostly my scrubs from work. They aren't as tight as they were three weeks ago.
Oh, to be able to see results. But this time around, I will continue because I really am addicted to those endorphins.
By the time I finished my hour of working out, I was sweating as in dripping...very good indeed.
Well, no PT 24/7 entry today because I didn't do PT 24/7 today. Back to it tomorrow! Along with extra music jamming workout after wards.
So I used some of my other work out videos...I have several Ten Minute Solution videos and I did fifty minutes total between three videos.
Then I did ten more minutes just jamming to Flo Rida, Black Eye Peas and Rihanna.
An entire hour of working out!
It feels so good and my muscles aren't as sore as they were when I woke up this morning.
I've been leaning towards getting Jillian Michaels' DVDs for my next work out project.
When I feel ready, I plan on putting down serious money for the INSANITY program, but not yet. I still need to drop a good sixty pounds before I get that...it's a very intense program and I will be using it so I can tone up my flabby parts.
I tried putting on my size 18 jeans...not a good moment. I got them to zip up and button, something I hadn't been able to do three weeks ago, but it made my belly bulge look huge! And, of course, that made me feel exasperated because I don't SEE results in the mirror, just on the scale and on how some of my clothes fit...mostly my scrubs from work. They aren't as tight as they were three weeks ago.
Oh, to be able to see results. But this time around, I will continue because I really am addicted to those endorphins.
By the time I finished my hour of working out, I was sweating as in dripping...very good indeed.
Well, no PT 24/7 entry today because I didn't do PT 24/7 today. Back to it tomorrow! Along with extra music jamming workout after wards.
Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Becoming My Own Drug Dealer
It's amazing, how wonderful I feel after working out. I have started adding ten extra minutes after my DVD workout...which includes dancing...and I can now dance an entire song without losing my breath.
Work has been going well, and I do say I am enjoying the half shifts on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Well, nothing new to add. Just loving life, loving healthy food and loving the work outs!
Still need ideas on my next workout project.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #13
Yes! I did 80 percent of the DVD today! I still have a hard time doing the combination work outs on cardio speed but with time, with time. I don't plan on giving up.
I added another ten minutes working out with five pound dumbbells again and then, three song dancing.
Gotta love the booty shakin' songs. Got my hands on Pitbull, Usher and Flo Rida and danced to Calle Ocho, OMG, and Low (Apple Bottom Jeans).
Yay on the endorphins!
Oh, yes...I am so much more flexible today than I was last week. That's what I'm talking about!
Today is a reality, tomorrow is a Promise, yesterday is History. Those who think about doing something are usually passed by those doing it.
I'm doing it!
Work has been going well, and I do say I am enjoying the half shifts on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Well, nothing new to add. Just loving life, loving healthy food and loving the work outs!
Still need ideas on my next workout project.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #13
Yes! I did 80 percent of the DVD today! I still have a hard time doing the combination work outs on cardio speed but with time, with time. I don't plan on giving up.
I added another ten minutes working out with five pound dumbbells again and then, three song dancing.
Gotta love the booty shakin' songs. Got my hands on Pitbull, Usher and Flo Rida and danced to Calle Ocho, OMG, and Low (Apple Bottom Jeans).
Yay on the endorphins!
Oh, yes...I am so much more flexible today than I was last week. That's what I'm talking about!
Today is a reality, tomorrow is a Promise, yesterday is History. Those who think about doing something are usually passed by those doing it.
I'm doing it!
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
To Do More
I must say, for the record, I hate rest days. But I do them because one, they're on my schedule and two, they are necessary...yucky, but necessary.
Today, I added some extra abs workout after I finished my thirty minute Cardio DVD. It feels good to want to work out more, not less.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #12
Did about 60 percent of the Cardio DVD. I also added some abs work out using five pound dumbbells after the video.
I am really starting to see some minor changes here and there on my body and that makes me feel good. I've yet to try putting on any of my jeans...I just don't want to feel disappointed if they don't fit.
I mean, I have lost thirteen pounds and it's been good for me, energy wise and such. But I'm starting to wonder if I'll be able to reach my goal of wearing my size sixteen jeans on my birthday. Well, that's two weeks away, so I still have time.
I am doing it!
Today, I added some extra abs workout after I finished my thirty minute Cardio DVD. It feels good to want to work out more, not less.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #12
Did about 60 percent of the Cardio DVD. I also added some abs work out using five pound dumbbells after the video.
I am really starting to see some minor changes here and there on my body and that makes me feel good. I've yet to try putting on any of my jeans...I just don't want to feel disappointed if they don't fit.
I mean, I have lost thirteen pounds and it's been good for me, energy wise and such. But I'm starting to wonder if I'll be able to reach my goal of wearing my size sixteen jeans on my birthday. Well, that's two weeks away, so I still have time.
I am doing it!
Monday, March 14, 2011
WOW!!!
Yesterday's weigh in resulted in....
255 LBS!
I lost seven pounds this last week which brings me to a total of 13 LBS!
I see a bit of a difference in the way my clothes fit but the biggest changes I am seeing is in the scale.
For those who thing thirteen pounds in two weeks is too much, just know that I am not doing anything harmful to lose weight that fast...it's just happening.
I work out about six days out of the week and I eat my six times during the day/night.
I am still trying to get the hang out of switching eating schedules for my nights off but this past weekend, it didn't work out all that well. I ended up not eating my six meals on Saturday and I didn't eat on Sunday until I made a blueberry smoothie after working out and before work.
Alright, y'all, more to come.
Two weeks left on my PT 24/7 Project!!!
After I finish the four weeks, I will continue with it but I am looking into adding a new video workout.
Any suggestions?
255 LBS!
I lost seven pounds this last week which brings me to a total of 13 LBS!
I see a bit of a difference in the way my clothes fit but the biggest changes I am seeing is in the scale.
For those who thing thirteen pounds in two weeks is too much, just know that I am not doing anything harmful to lose weight that fast...it's just happening.
I work out about six days out of the week and I eat my six times during the day/night.
I am still trying to get the hang out of switching eating schedules for my nights off but this past weekend, it didn't work out all that well. I ended up not eating my six meals on Saturday and I didn't eat on Sunday until I made a blueberry smoothie after working out and before work.
Alright, y'all, more to come.
Two weeks left on my PT 24/7 Project!!!
After I finish the four weeks, I will continue with it but I am looking into adding a new video workout.
Any suggestions?
Saturday, March 12, 2011
Bellybutton!!!
Only Becca will know what that's all about.
Day eleven and I feel amazing...I posted a video on facebook of my biggest supporter and was amazed to see how small my face and shoulders looked in the video.
It could have been the camera angle because I don't see a difference when I look in the mirror although my parents say there is a difference.
What truly matters right now, when I can't see a difference, is the fact that I feel great...I have more energy, I sleep better, I'm in a better mood most of the time.
I am slowly finding the healthy girl inside this fat girl that had taken over my life for almost ten years...but not anymore.
It the long run, it will all be worth it when I finally feel good about myself and have learned to love myself as well.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #11
I still have a hard time doing some of the cardio but I can do most of the DVD....another new goal is to be able to do the different kick combinations on the videos as well as be able to do the cardio.
Tomorrow morning is weigh in at 6:30 AM. Don't forget to spring your time forward tonight!
Today is Reality. Tomorrow is a Promise. Yesterday is History. Those who think about doing something are usually passed by those doing it.
I'm doing it!
Day eleven and I feel amazing...I posted a video on facebook of my biggest supporter and was amazed to see how small my face and shoulders looked in the video.
It could have been the camera angle because I don't see a difference when I look in the mirror although my parents say there is a difference.
What truly matters right now, when I can't see a difference, is the fact that I feel great...I have more energy, I sleep better, I'm in a better mood most of the time.
I am slowly finding the healthy girl inside this fat girl that had taken over my life for almost ten years...but not anymore.
It the long run, it will all be worth it when I finally feel good about myself and have learned to love myself as well.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #11
I still have a hard time doing some of the cardio but I can do most of the DVD....another new goal is to be able to do the different kick combinations on the videos as well as be able to do the cardio.
Tomorrow morning is weigh in at 6:30 AM. Don't forget to spring your time forward tonight!
Today is Reality. Tomorrow is a Promise. Yesterday is History. Those who think about doing something are usually passed by those doing it.
I'm doing it!
Friday, March 11, 2011
God is Great, Endorphins are Good and People ARE Crazy...
Relaxed, high on endorphins and smelling minty fresh....this is definitely the way to spend a Friday off from work...as soon as I get some energy, I am indulging on girley time and doing my nails...they definitlely need it.
Later today, AIM date with Becca...always look forward to that!
It is good to be 26, motivated, single and happy. God is Great, yes indeed He is.
I am anxiously awaiting Sunday morning for my second weigh in...curious as to what two weeks of exercise and one week of healthy eating have done.
One thing for sure...I am getting addicted to working out. Even during work, I can't help moving around, working my abs by twisting when I do certain things or working my legs by walking long and fast, picking up my feet the entire time, which in turn works out my seating area.
It is, by far, the best addiction ever...it may even be better to an addiction to chocolate...but jury's still out on that one.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #10
Today was a return to the Basics DVD...the very first one I struggled with on my first work out day on Feb 27th...I was able to do thirty percent more of it than I did the first time...that means 60 percent of the entire 30 minutes.
I've noticed the technique needed for kicks and punches have improved since I first started. Heck, I was actually able to do about 80 percent of the cardio in the video, both punches and kicks.
I still get a little confused with the combination moves but with time, I'll get those too.
Weigh in morning on Sunday...we shall see what has happened.
Today is a Reality. Tomorrow is a Promise. And Yesterday is History. Those who think about doing something are usually passed by those doing it.
I'm doing it!
Ten Days working out and counting!
Later today, AIM date with Becca...always look forward to that!
It is good to be 26, motivated, single and happy. God is Great, yes indeed He is.
I am anxiously awaiting Sunday morning for my second weigh in...curious as to what two weeks of exercise and one week of healthy eating have done.
One thing for sure...I am getting addicted to working out. Even during work, I can't help moving around, working my abs by twisting when I do certain things or working my legs by walking long and fast, picking up my feet the entire time, which in turn works out my seating area.
It is, by far, the best addiction ever...it may even be better to an addiction to chocolate...but jury's still out on that one.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #10
Today was a return to the Basics DVD...the very first one I struggled with on my first work out day on Feb 27th...I was able to do thirty percent more of it than I did the first time...that means 60 percent of the entire 30 minutes.
I've noticed the technique needed for kicks and punches have improved since I first started. Heck, I was actually able to do about 80 percent of the cardio in the video, both punches and kicks.
I still get a little confused with the combination moves but with time, I'll get those too.
Weigh in morning on Sunday...we shall see what has happened.
Today is a Reality. Tomorrow is a Promise. And Yesterday is History. Those who think about doing something are usually passed by those doing it.
I'm doing it!
Ten Days working out and counting!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Waste of Money
YAY!!!!!
I'm clotting the right amount, do not have anemia, my WBC (White Blood Cell Count) is within normal limits, my thyroid is doing it's thing the way it's supposed to, my kidneys are functioning properly, my EKG is normal....
The only thing that's wrong is a bit of a high cholesterol. My good cholesterol is in the right level but both my tri-cholesterol and LDL cholesterol are a bit high...the first is at 206 when it should be 150 or lower and the second is at 130 which is the boundary line for cholesterol.
Oh, as for my nosebleeds...dry mucus lining so I've been prescribed a nasal spray. I think I might also look into getting a humidifier for my room and see if that helps.
Won't be seeing the doctor until June...yay!
Oh, and at that time, we'll also see how my cholesterol is doing...will have to remember to schedule my labs two weeks before my appointment.
As for today, it is rest day. So I plan on washing my car after I get some more sleep. And then go for a walk...that will be good, yes, yes, it would.
Adios and hasta luego!
I'm clotting the right amount, do not have anemia, my WBC (White Blood Cell Count) is within normal limits, my thyroid is doing it's thing the way it's supposed to, my kidneys are functioning properly, my EKG is normal....
The only thing that's wrong is a bit of a high cholesterol. My good cholesterol is in the right level but both my tri-cholesterol and LDL cholesterol are a bit high...the first is at 206 when it should be 150 or lower and the second is at 130 which is the boundary line for cholesterol.
Oh, as for my nosebleeds...dry mucus lining so I've been prescribed a nasal spray. I think I might also look into getting a humidifier for my room and see if that helps.
Won't be seeing the doctor until June...yay!
Oh, and at that time, we'll also see how my cholesterol is doing...will have to remember to schedule my labs two weeks before my appointment.
As for today, it is rest day. So I plan on washing my car after I get some more sleep. And then go for a walk...that will be good, yes, yes, it would.
Adios and hasta luego!
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Endorphines...Nature's Own High
My parents shared an observation they had made recently...I wake up in a bad mood, not wanting to talk or interact with them...but after I work out for thirty minutes, I'm relaxed, smiling and cheerfully willing to talk and help with what they need.
Yep, my brain is starting to enjoy those endorphines...I think, for the sake of it and those around me, I won't be able to stop working out.
Tomorrow is rest day...but I plan on taking a long brisk walk...after I see the doctor about my lab results...depending on what he has to say, I might try to find a cliff to take a long brisk walk off...but no, God is in control no matter what...and there aren't cliffs in El Paso.
I've had a good two nights in my attempt to eat healthy...tonight I need only take a snack and my dinner...
Still struggling to figure out a right calorie and carbohydrate balance...with time. Thanks to www.sparkpeople.com I can take the guess work out of the counting.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #9
Today I completed 80 percent of the thirty minute DVD workout! I remember how hard it was to get through the Ripped Core DVD last week and am amazed to see myself actually doing six out of ten of the cardio movements...
It's all going great! I will be eating my breakfast soon, at six thirty then at eight thirty my snack then lunch at eleven before leaving for work then second snack at work at one thirty then dinner at three thirty.
My meal schedule is a little off from what it usually is but that's because I don't go into work until midnight today and tomorrow and I already had a protein drink before working out.
Today is a reality, tomorrow is a promise, yesterday is history. Those who think about doing something are usually passed by those doing it.
I'm doing it!
Yep, my brain is starting to enjoy those endorphines...I think, for the sake of it and those around me, I won't be able to stop working out.
Tomorrow is rest day...but I plan on taking a long brisk walk...after I see the doctor about my lab results...depending on what he has to say, I might try to find a cliff to take a long brisk walk off...but no, God is in control no matter what...and there aren't cliffs in El Paso.
I've had a good two nights in my attempt to eat healthy...tonight I need only take a snack and my dinner...
Still struggling to figure out a right calorie and carbohydrate balance...with time. Thanks to www.sparkpeople.com I can take the guess work out of the counting.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #9
Today I completed 80 percent of the thirty minute DVD workout! I remember how hard it was to get through the Ripped Core DVD last week and am amazed to see myself actually doing six out of ten of the cardio movements...
It's all going great! I will be eating my breakfast soon, at six thirty then at eight thirty my snack then lunch at eleven before leaving for work then second snack at work at one thirty then dinner at three thirty.
My meal schedule is a little off from what it usually is but that's because I don't go into work until midnight today and tomorrow and I already had a protein drink before working out.
Today is a reality, tomorrow is a promise, yesterday is history. Those who think about doing something are usually passed by those doing it.
I'm doing it!
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Jumping Jacks + Me = Not happening
Ever since I developed up top (I never went through the training bra phase to my great pre-teen embarrassment) I have not done jumping jacks...they hurt. I'm sure most women that actually have something up top can identify with this.
So that's one thing I don't do from the DVD...not until I find a sports bra tight enough to keep the ladies in place.
Last night, I kept to my eating schedule and it was good...I even had some of my lunch left over to use as lunch today.
Today's menu involves orange juice and a half sandwich of wheat bread, roast beef, cheese and lettuce. Snack is blueberry yogurt, lunch is turkey with green beans, peas, sweet cord and carrots. Second snacks is a medium wheat tortilla with peanut butter and for dinner, a chicken and spinach wrap with sour cream, cheddar cheese and tomatoes.
Good going to me...trying not to lose the motivation as I think about Thursday's appointment.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #8
I was able to do about 45% of the Cardio Burn DVD today...I did notice a lack of motivation in my attitude...not a good thing.
Encouragement would be appreciated.
Keeping to a food schedule helps, I've noticed. The only downside is when I run out of food and have no more money.
I am contemplating selling plasma a couple of times to get some extra cash...but not sure when I can do it because I have to get a TB shot tomorrow for work.
I suppose I'll just let it all go and let God do what He's best at...leading my life down the right path.
Today is reality, tomorrow is a promise, yesterday is history. Those who think about doing something are passed by those who are doing it.
Which do I want to be?
So that's one thing I don't do from the DVD...not until I find a sports bra tight enough to keep the ladies in place.
Last night, I kept to my eating schedule and it was good...I even had some of my lunch left over to use as lunch today.
Today's menu involves orange juice and a half sandwich of wheat bread, roast beef, cheese and lettuce. Snack is blueberry yogurt, lunch is turkey with green beans, peas, sweet cord and carrots. Second snacks is a medium wheat tortilla with peanut butter and for dinner, a chicken and spinach wrap with sour cream, cheddar cheese and tomatoes.
Good going to me...trying not to lose the motivation as I think about Thursday's appointment.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #8
I was able to do about 45% of the Cardio Burn DVD today...I did notice a lack of motivation in my attitude...not a good thing.
Encouragement would be appreciated.
Keeping to a food schedule helps, I've noticed. The only downside is when I run out of food and have no more money.
I am contemplating selling plasma a couple of times to get some extra cash...but not sure when I can do it because I have to get a TB shot tomorrow for work.
I suppose I'll just let it all go and let God do what He's best at...leading my life down the right path.
Today is reality, tomorrow is a promise, yesterday is history. Those who think about doing something are passed by those who are doing it.
Which do I want to be?
Monday, March 7, 2011
Possible Bad News Rescheduled
For lunch, I had a medium sized wheat tortilla, sour cream, fresh spinach, chicken breast and shredded cheddar cheese.
It was good but I'm still hungry.
Probably because I didn't really have much of a breakfast aside from two crackers and a protein drink. I'm trying not to eat too much because I have to eat tonight at work. Which means my breakfast starts at five thirty pm as a fruit smoothie, then greek yogurt for snack, then spinach with tomatoes and cucumbers with chicken and rice vinegar dressing, cottage cheese and raisins for a snack and for dinner is going to be peas, asparagus, broccoli and turkey bits seasoned with garlic and herbs.
How does that menu for tonight sound?
Well, to the doctor's appointment soon and then working out, shower, resting before work, prepping my food and then on to work.
Will update this after doctor's appointment.
3:32PM
Apparently, Dr. Chauvet had an emergency at noon and his assistants didn't bother to call in time to reschedule the appointment. Needless to say, I'll find out on Thursday...thanks to the nurses silently gesturing to each other over my lab results, I am now very pessimistic about them.
The worse thing they could tell me is that I am dying...something I already knew. So I will not agonize over them and give it up to God.
I was angry though about the whole thing so I worked out as soon as I got home...I completed about 80 percent of today's video...pushed myself hard but not hard enough. With time.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #7
Today's work out had my heart beating fast...and if felt good. I can do a little more than what I was able to do last week...and I get excited at the idea of working out.
I'm getting more flexible, able to touch my toes without bending my knees and I can squat without losing my balance...
It's good to be able to paint my toenails without having to prop my foot on my other knees or tie my shoelaces without losing my breath.
I am going to start a food journal now that I have food in the fridge. Tonight's menu has been written above and I already have my eating schedule in my head.
Basically, I will be eating every two and a half hours...that covers three meals and two snacks and still gives me three hours after my last meal before I go to sleep.
It was good but I'm still hungry.
Probably because I didn't really have much of a breakfast aside from two crackers and a protein drink. I'm trying not to eat too much because I have to eat tonight at work. Which means my breakfast starts at five thirty pm as a fruit smoothie, then greek yogurt for snack, then spinach with tomatoes and cucumbers with chicken and rice vinegar dressing, cottage cheese and raisins for a snack and for dinner is going to be peas, asparagus, broccoli and turkey bits seasoned with garlic and herbs.
How does that menu for tonight sound?
Well, to the doctor's appointment soon and then working out, shower, resting before work, prepping my food and then on to work.
Will update this after doctor's appointment.
3:32PM
Apparently, Dr. Chauvet had an emergency at noon and his assistants didn't bother to call in time to reschedule the appointment. Needless to say, I'll find out on Thursday...thanks to the nurses silently gesturing to each other over my lab results, I am now very pessimistic about them.
The worse thing they could tell me is that I am dying...something I already knew. So I will not agonize over them and give it up to God.
I was angry though about the whole thing so I worked out as soon as I got home...I completed about 80 percent of today's video...pushed myself hard but not hard enough. With time.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #7
Today's work out had my heart beating fast...and if felt good. I can do a little more than what I was able to do last week...and I get excited at the idea of working out.
I'm getting more flexible, able to touch my toes without bending my knees and I can squat without losing my balance...
It's good to be able to paint my toenails without having to prop my foot on my other knees or tie my shoelaces without losing my breath.
I am going to start a food journal now that I have food in the fridge. Tonight's menu has been written above and I already have my eating schedule in my head.
Basically, I will be eating every two and a half hours...that covers three meals and two snacks and still gives me three hours after my last meal before I go to sleep.
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Drumroll Please....
Weigh in occurred at 6:24 this morning before eating my breakfast of two soft boiled eggs and a grapefruit...and my bottle of water...
And my new weight after working out for a week is....
Drrrrrrruuuuuummmmmmrrrrrooooolllll........
262LBS!!!
I lost six pounds in one week with exercise!!!!
It is, by far, the most amazing thing ever! I still, of course, have a hard time fitting into most of my old clothes but patience is something I shall seek and gain.
I want to thank a couple of friends. Jen for giving me the mayo clinic healthy recipe website (so looking forward to that avocado dip recipe) and I'd like to thank Rachel, ex-RA from Harms at CUA for introducing me to www.SparkPeople.com
That will definitely help.
On a more serious note...I find out the results of my EKG and lab work tomorrow at 2PM. Please pray that my next blog is titled "Waste of Money."
I shall enjoy today's rest day! I look forward to working out tomorrow!
And my new weight after working out for a week is....
Drrrrrrruuuuuummmmmmrrrrrooooolllll........
262LBS!!!
I lost six pounds in one week with exercise!!!!
It is, by far, the most amazing thing ever! I still, of course, have a hard time fitting into most of my old clothes but patience is something I shall seek and gain.
I want to thank a couple of friends. Jen for giving me the mayo clinic healthy recipe website (so looking forward to that avocado dip recipe) and I'd like to thank Rachel, ex-RA from Harms at CUA for introducing me to www.SparkPeople.com
That will definitely help.
On a more serious note...I find out the results of my EKG and lab work tomorrow at 2PM. Please pray that my next blog is titled "Waste of Money."
I shall enjoy today's rest day! I look forward to working out tomorrow!
Saturday, March 5, 2011
Noodle Legs!
One week down! I am rocking!
Tomorrow is weigh day...we'll get to see what one week has done.
Now, I have to step it up...and educate myself on healthy grocery shopping and eating.
Today, I bought new sneakers...they actually give me high arch support, something that I have never been able to get no matter how much the shoe promised it. It's absolutely great!
I also bought some vitamins at Vitamin World (we were there to buy mom's vitamins which help her with her fibromialgia) called Lipo 6 Black. I take one thirty minutes before working out. It's supposed to help burn fat...we shall see if it helps...all with time.
I actually did one week! I am still amazed!
Even more amazing is that I am enjoying myself, feeling more energetic, sleeping wonderfully and looking forward to working out.
Now I need to set myself a eating schedule...and I need to buy groceries for me in mind.
But the problem is that I don't know how to shop healthy or how to set a menu...especially because I eat my three meals and two snacks during the night on the night's that I work...so what to do?
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #6
Six days! With one day rest in between. I actually finished the first week!
Goal for week two...step it up a notch on the cardio...accomplish five to ten percent more of the workouts.
Second Goal...food. Educate, buy, eat.
Tomorrow morning at 6:30AM, weigh in time...we shall see what a difference a week can make?
Tomorrow is weigh day...we'll get to see what one week has done.
Now, I have to step it up...and educate myself on healthy grocery shopping and eating.
Today, I bought new sneakers...they actually give me high arch support, something that I have never been able to get no matter how much the shoe promised it. It's absolutely great!
I also bought some vitamins at Vitamin World (we were there to buy mom's vitamins which help her with her fibromialgia) called Lipo 6 Black. I take one thirty minutes before working out. It's supposed to help burn fat...we shall see if it helps...all with time.
I actually did one week! I am still amazed!
Even more amazing is that I am enjoying myself, feeling more energetic, sleeping wonderfully and looking forward to working out.
Now I need to set myself a eating schedule...and I need to buy groceries for me in mind.
But the problem is that I don't know how to shop healthy or how to set a menu...especially because I eat my three meals and two snacks during the night on the night's that I work...so what to do?
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #6
Six days! With one day rest in between. I actually finished the first week!
Goal for week two...step it up a notch on the cardio...accomplish five to ten percent more of the workouts.
Second Goal...food. Educate, buy, eat.
Tomorrow morning at 6:30AM, weigh in time...we shall see what a difference a week can make?
Friday, March 4, 2011
More Benefits of Working Out
Five days working out...
Wow! One more before rest day on Sunday.
Today, I woke up at 3:30AM went back to sleep, woke up at 5:30AM then just laid in bed until 7:30.
Got up, got dressed and headed out...a first for me...up and about before noon...WAY before noon.
Got a chai cream frap and a low fat blueberry coffee cake for breakfast then headed back home because nothing in El Paso is open before 9AM.
Headed out and got a great hair cut and a painful eyebrow waxing (never again will I let that woman wax my eyebrows...but she can cut my hair every time) then went to pay a bill before getting some lunch, buying money orders and heading home.
Had my lunch, filled out money orders and finished my taxes before heading out to the library to print my taxes and mail them with my bills...unfortunately, I realized while I was there, but thankfully before I sealed the envelope, that I had forgotten my w2s.
So the bills got mailed but the taxes will be mailed tomorrow.
Took a nap, then worked out for thirty minutes...my arms sure got a work out!!! Which is great...good bye to bye-bye arms!
Tomorrow's plans...mall with mom, buy new sneakers, work out.
Oh, study my Logic Games from my two new LSAT books.
Picture of new haircut as promised.
Wow! One more before rest day on Sunday.
Today, I woke up at 3:30AM went back to sleep, woke up at 5:30AM then just laid in bed until 7:30.
Got up, got dressed and headed out...a first for me...up and about before noon...WAY before noon.
Got a chai cream frap and a low fat blueberry coffee cake for breakfast then headed back home because nothing in El Paso is open before 9AM.
Headed out and got a great hair cut and a painful eyebrow waxing (never again will I let that woman wax my eyebrows...but she can cut my hair every time) then went to pay a bill before getting some lunch, buying money orders and heading home.
Had my lunch, filled out money orders and finished my taxes before heading out to the library to print my taxes and mail them with my bills...unfortunately, I realized while I was there, but thankfully before I sealed the envelope, that I had forgotten my w2s.
So the bills got mailed but the taxes will be mailed tomorrow.
Took a nap, then worked out for thirty minutes...my arms sure got a work out!!! Which is great...good bye to bye-bye arms!
Tomorrow's plans...mall with mom, buy new sneakers, work out.
Oh, study my Logic Games from my two new LSAT books.
Picture of new haircut as promised.
Awake, Alive, Alert...Enthusiastic!!!
I gotta get errands done today, send out payments, make payments, a little personal care (wax eyebrows and a haircut...I am chopping off two inches of my hair) and then come home and work out.
So looking forward to working out...I think the endorphins are starting to kick in. As stated in Legally Blond, "Exercise releases endorphins, endorphins make you happy, and happy people don't kill their husbands."
Don't have a husband but basically, I feel happy, relaxed, energetic and ready to take on the day.
Will post picture of new haircut.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #5
Yesterday was a core workout...and it was good. I feel my abs and am completely surprised that they actually exist.
Plan on grocery shopping but must do it smartly which means planning a healthy menu and a grocery list.
Gonna go eat breakfast...does egg whites and wheat toast sound healthy? It does to me!
So looking forward to working out...I think the endorphins are starting to kick in. As stated in Legally Blond, "Exercise releases endorphins, endorphins make you happy, and happy people don't kill their husbands."
Don't have a husband but basically, I feel happy, relaxed, energetic and ready to take on the day.
Will post picture of new haircut.
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #5
Yesterday was a core workout...and it was good. I feel my abs and am completely surprised that they actually exist.
Plan on grocery shopping but must do it smartly which means planning a healthy menu and a grocery list.
Gonna go eat breakfast...does egg whites and wheat toast sound healthy? It does to me!
Thursday, March 3, 2011
Four Days With No Sugar...
Except for one peanut M&M on Wednesday at 3:30AM...for me, the chocoholic, that is amazing.
I do have a chocolate bar given to me by a co-worker yesterday...it is sitting in my candy tin can along with several tootsie rolls and real bubble gum...it will all stay there for a month...perhaps longer...
Yesterday was a day of rest...I did not do my twenty minute walk, I only had four bottles of water and I did not do yoga...just light stretching...and I know I lied, Beccs, but I did sleep most of the day...in two hour increments.
There's no point to lying...but back on the horse today.
For some weird reason, this time around, I am ubber excited about working out!
Let's bring it on!
Oh! Can't make up my mind how to reward myself at the end of the four week project...should I buy myself a new book? A new dress? Or perhaps purchase those pair of red high heels I've been wanting for a long time? Along with a black or grey dress?
Any suggestions?
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #4
I did not do the minor things I wanted to do on my rest day, as written in previous journal entry.
But I, once again, avoided the oreos...and the chocolate cake.
I plan on going grocery shopping for healthy food for me...and I have to put together a menu of sorts...
Today I start working out again and do so for three days before my next rest day, which is this Sunday...
This Sunday is also the first weigh in day at 6:30AM...we shall see what one week does....
I do have a chocolate bar given to me by a co-worker yesterday...it is sitting in my candy tin can along with several tootsie rolls and real bubble gum...it will all stay there for a month...perhaps longer...
Yesterday was a day of rest...I did not do my twenty minute walk, I only had four bottles of water and I did not do yoga...just light stretching...and I know I lied, Beccs, but I did sleep most of the day...in two hour increments.
There's no point to lying...but back on the horse today.
For some weird reason, this time around, I am ubber excited about working out!
Let's bring it on!
Oh! Can't make up my mind how to reward myself at the end of the four week project...should I buy myself a new book? A new dress? Or perhaps purchase those pair of red high heels I've been wanting for a long time? Along with a black or grey dress?
Any suggestions?
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #4
I did not do the minor things I wanted to do on my rest day, as written in previous journal entry.
But I, once again, avoided the oreos...and the chocolate cake.
I plan on going grocery shopping for healthy food for me...and I have to put together a menu of sorts...
Today I start working out again and do so for three days before my next rest day, which is this Sunday...
This Sunday is also the first weigh in day at 6:30AM...we shall see what one week does....
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Sleep or Exercise?
Donut or Cottage Cheese?
Oreos or Cereal?
Yes, my last two days have been filled with temptations...but so far, I am overcoming them.
Today, I reached a personal milestone. Normally, I always choose sleep over anything, and I mean ANYTHING!
I can eat later...I can exercise later...I can play with Jaden later...
But today...today later became NOW.
Yay me!
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #3
Redo goal: To be able to do every single DVD by end of month, including the cardio at the cardio speed.
I can feel all the muscles on my back, shoulders, arms, upper and lower abs, obliques, thighs and calves...today, I finally got to feel my butt muscles.
This is wonderful!
Tomorrow is rest day...goal of the day is eight 16oz bottles of water in a 24 hour period, one twenty minute walk and some slight stretching in the form of yoga...
Becca! Hold me accountable for tomorrow so I don't sleep the day away!
Today is a reality, tomorrow is a promise, yesterday is history. Those who think of doing something are passed by those doing it.
Oreos or Cereal?
Yes, my last two days have been filled with temptations...but so far, I am overcoming them.
Today, I reached a personal milestone. Normally, I always choose sleep over anything, and I mean ANYTHING!
I can eat later...I can exercise later...I can play with Jaden later...
But today...today later became NOW.
Yay me!
THE PT 24/7 PROJECT
JOURNAL ENTRY #3
Redo goal: To be able to do every single DVD by end of month, including the cardio at the cardio speed.
I can feel all the muscles on my back, shoulders, arms, upper and lower abs, obliques, thighs and calves...today, I finally got to feel my butt muscles.
This is wonderful!
Tomorrow is rest day...goal of the day is eight 16oz bottles of water in a 24 hour period, one twenty minute walk and some slight stretching in the form of yoga...
Becca! Hold me accountable for tomorrow so I don't sleep the day away!
Today is a reality, tomorrow is a promise, yesterday is history. Those who think of doing something are passed by those doing it.
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