Showing posts with label walk. Show all posts
Showing posts with label walk. Show all posts
Monday, August 9, 2010
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Now I'm Going to Shower...
Blech - I do not like it when I don't go shower right after working out. Now it's been 20 minutes that I've spent sitting here reading blogs and I am still not clean. What is it about that little decision? It is so important! Ok, after this it's on.
Running was great today. I always forget that while I'm running it's not as pleasant, but I think that is also because I am going slightly faster than I used to, and I am pushing a stroller. But I feel great when I'm done and doing something unpleasant for only 4 half-mile straightaways is actually over pretty quickly so I don't have to have that much fortitude. Whenever I'm not running (and am feeling good from said running), I think to myself, "I should increase my mileage!" Whenever I am actually running, I think to myself, "I am so glad I am only going 2 miles today!"
Coming home means the workout is still far from over, because I have to get the stroller folded and in the trunk of the car with one hand (baby in the other hand - bonus points today since a wriggly, spitting up baby is more difficult to manage than a sleeping baby) AND push-ups and sit-ups. Focused on keeping my core solid today during sit-ups (neck straight thru abs), and they were harder. Also, I was surprised today that I was able to eke out all 20 push-ups in a row for both sets. I did have more of a break after running than I did over the weekend (because of putting stroller away, walking upstairs and texting someone a few times). Maybe that helped. But I am also convinced that those last few shaky, super-slow reps actually do something to build strength. Huh.
Also walked a mile yesterday with Naomi in back carrier, doing errands. I love having her on my back rather than my front, and she loves it too because she can see more, so it's a win-win. Daniel worked a long day, so I had a 12-hour mommy shift and was feeling pretty wiped by the end of the day. Add in miscommunication between the two of us, and the fact that this upcoming weekend will be his first weekend out of town since Naomi was born (which makes me sad - missing him - and nervous - single parenting scares me), and I nibbled dried fruit and almonds until bedtime when I was not hungry. Bummer. But on the other hand, before that all day yesterday was good for me, eating-wise. Not perfect, but good and healthy overall (meaning how I ate, not what I ate - what I eat is generally pretty healthy). I was hungry for dinner and actually made a yummy one, and that was neat.
I still feel anxiety about this weekend. I guess the good thing is that it does keep me more connected to God, since I feel more needy. But feeling needy sure isn't fun.
Running was great today. I always forget that while I'm running it's not as pleasant, but I think that is also because I am going slightly faster than I used to, and I am pushing a stroller. But I feel great when I'm done and doing something unpleasant for only 4 half-mile straightaways is actually over pretty quickly so I don't have to have that much fortitude. Whenever I'm not running (and am feeling good from said running), I think to myself, "I should increase my mileage!" Whenever I am actually running, I think to myself, "I am so glad I am only going 2 miles today!"
Coming home means the workout is still far from over, because I have to get the stroller folded and in the trunk of the car with one hand (baby in the other hand - bonus points today since a wriggly, spitting up baby is more difficult to manage than a sleeping baby) AND push-ups and sit-ups. Focused on keeping my core solid today during sit-ups (neck straight thru abs), and they were harder. Also, I was surprised today that I was able to eke out all 20 push-ups in a row for both sets. I did have more of a break after running than I did over the weekend (because of putting stroller away, walking upstairs and texting someone a few times). Maybe that helped. But I am also convinced that those last few shaky, super-slow reps actually do something to build strength. Huh.
Also walked a mile yesterday with Naomi in back carrier, doing errands. I love having her on my back rather than my front, and she loves it too because she can see more, so it's a win-win. Daniel worked a long day, so I had a 12-hour mommy shift and was feeling pretty wiped by the end of the day. Add in miscommunication between the two of us, and the fact that this upcoming weekend will be his first weekend out of town since Naomi was born (which makes me sad - missing him - and nervous - single parenting scares me), and I nibbled dried fruit and almonds until bedtime when I was not hungry. Bummer. But on the other hand, before that all day yesterday was good for me, eating-wise. Not perfect, but good and healthy overall (meaning how I ate, not what I ate - what I eat is generally pretty healthy). I was hungry for dinner and actually made a yummy one, and that was neat.
I still feel anxiety about this weekend. I guess the good thing is that it does keep me more connected to God, since I feel more needy. But feeling needy sure isn't fun.
Monday, June 28, 2010
Days 20, 21, 22
Saturday:
Water - unknown
GS - yes
Exercise - karate
Sunday:
Water - 48 ounces
GS - yes
Exercise - no
Monday:
Water - 96 ounces
GS - yes
Exercise - walk, 3 hours of painting kitchen walls (oh, my aching arm!)
Yolanda, managing expectations is hard for me as well. Sometimes I have to put away the scale and the pants I can't quite fit into, and not get them out again for two months. That can help, in that it takes it all out of the spotlight a bit. :) Also, remembering that (in terms of pregnancy, anyway) it took 9-10 months to gain the weight, and it really is reasonable to have it take around that long to lose it.
Christa, I think it is likely that your yoga dvd would be fine for the evenings. I used to do my yoga in the afternoon, and a couple of times I fell asleep right on the floor during the "corpse pose" in the final stretch/relaxation routine. Maybe try it a few times and see what happens? And be sure to always do the relaxation part at the end.
Water - unknown
GS - yes
Exercise - karate
Sunday:
Water - 48 ounces
GS - yes
Exercise - no
Monday:
Water - 96 ounces
GS - yes
Exercise - walk, 3 hours of painting kitchen walls (oh, my aching arm!)
Yolanda, managing expectations is hard for me as well. Sometimes I have to put away the scale and the pants I can't quite fit into, and not get them out again for two months. That can help, in that it takes it all out of the spotlight a bit. :) Also, remembering that (in terms of pregnancy, anyway) it took 9-10 months to gain the weight, and it really is reasonable to have it take around that long to lose it.
Christa, I think it is likely that your yoga dvd would be fine for the evenings. I used to do my yoga in the afternoon, and a couple of times I fell asleep right on the floor during the "corpse pose" in the final stretch/relaxation routine. Maybe try it a few times and see what happens? And be sure to always do the relaxation part at the end.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Saturday
I did my workout, but forgot to post it. Daniel was gone all day shooting a wedding, but the day turned out surprisingly great. Naomi had a pretty easygoing day, but I also did well at handling the stress at different points and doing things that really refreshed me (ie. doing things other than snacking!) Yay! Plus we took a 1+ mile walk. Bonus.
Still wondering what I want to do after this 30 days is up (30-day shred). I'd like to run, but I also don't want to lose what I'm gaining from doing the shred... doing both running and the shred each day sounds like it might be too much for me (mentally). I might try it, and then try to let myself reevaluate after a few days, to see if it really is too much or not.
Kelly - I too have often sent Daniel to work with a bag of whatever-is-calling-my-name (to get it out of the house ... he somehow has this uncanny ability to not eat something yummy simply because it is there - go figure!). Sometimes, like after Christmas, it's pretty hilarious how much stuff he is taking with him! :)
Emily - Yay! So glad you're enjoying the blender. And I am the same way about eating "healthy" foods in unhealthy ways.
Amie - It made me smile to hear that you are on vacation in SD. (I love to live through others' vacations/honeymoons/etc vicariously... I love trips and it's half as good to just hear that someone else is enjoying a trip or vacation. :) ) I also glanced at your new profile pic on Facebook, which I think is from your vacation - so cute. :) I really admire you for traveling alone with kids. I find it hard to travel TOGETHER with one child, so it will be awhile before I have the guts and internal calm to do it alone! I too find it actually easier to exercise when on vacation. For me, the new location usually makes it all new and interesting to go running (when I was running). But our last vacation I found out why most people struggle to exercise on vacation ... sleeping in and having lazy mornings is really nice too! :) I might be able to meet up Tuesday - what time?
Katie J - props for not letting the sweat get to you. When I am in the tropics (my husband's folks used to live in SE Asia, so we'd visit for several weeks at a time), I always have to consciously focus on trying to ignore it because I don't enjoy sweating that much! And I would exercise before the sun was up to avoid even more sweat (but that's not really as virtuous as it sounds when you consider that I would just make jet lag work in my favor...)
Still wondering what I want to do after this 30 days is up (30-day shred). I'd like to run, but I also don't want to lose what I'm gaining from doing the shred... doing both running and the shred each day sounds like it might be too much for me (mentally). I might try it, and then try to let myself reevaluate after a few days, to see if it really is too much or not.
Kelly - I too have often sent Daniel to work with a bag of whatever-is-calling-my-name (to get it out of the house ... he somehow has this uncanny ability to not eat something yummy simply because it is there - go figure!). Sometimes, like after Christmas, it's pretty hilarious how much stuff he is taking with him! :)
Emily - Yay! So glad you're enjoying the blender. And I am the same way about eating "healthy" foods in unhealthy ways.
Amie - It made me smile to hear that you are on vacation in SD. (I love to live through others' vacations/honeymoons/etc vicariously... I love trips and it's half as good to just hear that someone else is enjoying a trip or vacation. :) ) I also glanced at your new profile pic on Facebook, which I think is from your vacation - so cute. :) I really admire you for traveling alone with kids. I find it hard to travel TOGETHER with one child, so it will be awhile before I have the guts and internal calm to do it alone! I too find it actually easier to exercise when on vacation. For me, the new location usually makes it all new and interesting to go running (when I was running). But our last vacation I found out why most people struggle to exercise on vacation ... sleeping in and having lazy mornings is really nice too! :) I might be able to meet up Tuesday - what time?
Katie J - props for not letting the sweat get to you. When I am in the tropics (my husband's folks used to live in SE Asia, so we'd visit for several weeks at a time), I always have to consciously focus on trying to ignore it because I don't enjoy sweating that much! And I would exercise before the sun was up to avoid even more sweat (but that's not really as virtuous as it sounds when you consider that I would just make jet lag work in my favor...)
Friday, June 25, 2010
Sweating Through My Day
I have been sweating all day. The heat index has been too high for comfort lately. It is so hot and humid, but I am determined not to let it be an excuse to sit around on my bum. Ecercise used to bother me because I hated being sweaty and always having to take time to clean up afterward.
This morning, I pushed Luke in the stroller and took a 30 minute walk to the park (sweaty, sweaty) . Then I played with him there (more sweat). He likes me to climb everything with him and really play, so that counts as exercise too. I am going to be cleaning the bathroom later, so I will get sweaty again. I think I will take my shower in late afternoon so that I am at least smelling fresh and looking nice for when Nathan gets off work. :)
Emily- I was thinking about your stress eating. I have that problem too. When I am struggling, the most important thing for me to remember is that each day is a new day. If I keep thinking how badly I ate one day (adding yet more stress), I am more likely to repeat it again. When I give myself a little slack, I usually do better.
Katie P.- Nap time is always my biggest struggle too. I often associate eating with comfort and stress relief.
That's all for now.
This morning, I pushed Luke in the stroller and took a 30 minute walk to the park (sweaty, sweaty) . Then I played with him there (more sweat). He likes me to climb everything with him and really play, so that counts as exercise too. I am going to be cleaning the bathroom later, so I will get sweaty again. I think I will take my shower in late afternoon so that I am at least smelling fresh and looking nice for when Nathan gets off work. :)
Emily- I was thinking about your stress eating. I have that problem too. When I am struggling, the most important thing for me to remember is that each day is a new day. If I keep thinking how badly I ate one day (adding yet more stress), I am more likely to repeat it again. When I give myself a little slack, I usually do better.
Katie P.- Nap time is always my biggest struggle too. I often associate eating with comfort and stress relief.
That's all for now.
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Day 15
I skipped my workout on Monday because I was spontaneous and took the kids to the aquarium. Does walking around for 2.5 hours count? ;) We had a great time and I think it was a good decision. I don't want to be so tied to a workout schedule that I can't change plans and do something fun!
Water - 64 ounces
GS - yes
Exercise - walking
Water - 64 ounces
GS - yes
Exercise - walking
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
excitement
The inexpensive Farmer's Market 1/2 mile from my house just reopened!! I am not organized enough to keep up with the amount of produce I was getting at one time from a bimonthly delivery service, nor to get to the regular grocery store frequently enough to get produce. But this is a 10-minute walk that I can do with Naomi in the stroller and just pick up what I need for that day. Yay!
Friday, June 18, 2010
Day 12
Water - 80 ounces
GS - yes, two!
Exercise - 25 minutes yoga, family walk to the park
Katie, I completely know what you mean about feeling faint during the shred. That workout is intense. One thing I've found that helps is to drink a full glass of water about 30 minutes before starting. That way it isn't sloshing around in your stomach, but you're well hydrated for the workout.
GS - yes, two!
Exercise - 25 minutes yoga, family walk to the park
Katie, I completely know what you mean about feeling faint during the shred. That workout is intense. One thing I've found that helps is to drink a full glass of water about 30 minutes before starting. That way it isn't sloshing around in your stomach, but you're well hydrated for the workout.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Friday and Saturday
Sorry, this is a bit late, but . . . on Friday about a 4 mile hike with pack, from San Juan Capistrano down to our hotel in Capistrano Beach. And on Saturday, the same walk, with a slightly leaner pack, in the opposite direction. :)
Friday, June 11, 2010
re: opening up blog
Hi Jess--I like this blog too, but think it is really up to you and Emily to decide what you want to do with it in regards to readership since you invited me.
And it is so true about exercise and diet--there is no one size fits all. It took me a lot of experimenting before I found what worked for me. I got very discouraged at times.
Today's workout: 30 minutes Pilates (ab, thigh and hip segments). A mile walk this morning and tonight I'll get another 3 mile walk (going to and fro the Torrey Alumni gathering).
Now I gotta go start preparing Coq Au Vin for tonight's supper. Lindsay's coming over!
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Day 2
Water - 96 ounces
Green smoothie - yes
Exercise - stroller walk (0.85 miles)
Which doesn't really count as "exercise" but at least it was movement. :) And it was on my day off, anyway. Back to the shred for day 3!
Green smoothie - yes
Exercise - stroller walk (0.85 miles)
Which doesn't really count as "exercise" but at least it was movement. :) And it was on my day off, anyway. Back to the shred for day 3!
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