Post by: meadow lark on July 28, 2017, 02:57:10 PM
Post by: meadow lark on July 28, 2017, 03:02:51 PM
Steep hike to Internet Rock (where I have to go sit to get Internet) 15 min round trip. X2 (I aim for 3 a day, but it is about to rain).
Jog to the driveway gate (75') to open the gate for the truck x2
Leg exercises (leg lifts and squats) and very modified push-ups
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on July 28, 2017, 03:47:41 PM
Things I Love Moving My Body In
freestyle dance, no start and end minute
long hikes with only quiet adult humans
long easy silent bike rides
swimming in a lane all to myself, with no child to care for
swimming in ocean/lake/river with wide berth but humans nearby
very specific aquafit class with very specific instructor
I will look for more opportunities for these.
Post by: okits on July 28, 2017, 04:07:10 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on July 28, 2017, 04:53:03 PM
So if the currently unfit may join I am in!!
Yesterday: 15 min walk to store and back in 99F heat.
I think, today I'll wait for the sun to set before I go for a walk.
We have a lovely greenbelt here.... we shall see!
Post by: kenaces on July 28, 2017, 05:15:46 PM
I would suggest you start riduclously small, make it easy, make it social, and celebrate every small daily win.
Post by: meadow lark on July 28, 2017, 08:03:47 PM
And obviously, since I am posting, I walked up to Internet rock for a third time today.
Welcome everyone!
Zony - you rock!
Okits - nice job!
Jooni - those sound lovely.
Kenaces - thanks for the encouragement!
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on July 28, 2017, 08:19:06 PM
When kid texted to be picked up early, I walked.
YEAH, BABY!
15 minutes one way -about half of that up good hills- then slower home in the sickening heat.
Because of this thread, I aimed for increased speed and squatty leg lengths going up.
Aside from the heat, thoroughly enjoyed.
Plus every aspect of this helps both our neurologies.
Post by: alleykat on July 28, 2017, 08:35:02 PM
Post by: Nudelkopf on July 28, 2017, 08:36:27 PM
Yesterday: 30mins cycling + 45min walk + 20min jog + 30mins boxing.
Today is less active: 1 hr walk + 20mins cycling to the shops.
I wear a Fitbit & love getting steps & active mins everyday.
Post by: shadowmoss on July 28, 2017, 09:24:44 PM
Post by: Sailor Sam on July 28, 2017, 10:58:39 PM
Post by: okits on July 28, 2017, 11:16:41 PM
Can I join?
Of course. Welcome. :)
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on July 28, 2017, 11:24:17 PM
I'm enjoying being proud of myself.
Post by: FrugalZony on July 28, 2017, 11:43:48 PM
But we walked!! All of those 30 minutes ;)
When we came back the same folks were out as yesterday and they said "You walked AGAIN? Where to today?"
And I just said "Albertsons, Ice cream run!"
LOL!
I also downloaded a few yoga videos so I can get into the swing of things again.
I used to love yoga.
Post by: Jessa on July 29, 2017, 06:45:52 AM
I went hiking with my dad on Wednesday...but he purposely picked an easy hike. So easy that i was like "Does he really think i'm THIS out of shape?" But i'm afraid to ask.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on July 29, 2017, 07:45:28 AM
Post by: Rosy on July 29, 2017, 08:44:20 AM
Post by: meadow lark on July 29, 2017, 09:41:44 AM
A few days ago I did the same hike and was utterly, wretchedly miserable. But that was in the afternoon in the high 80's. This morning it was probably 70. I think I need to be getting out earlier to be happy.
I also noticed at the beginning of the hike I was really grumpy and pissed off (in my head). I think I have a sound track I play that I developed over several years about how I hate exercise. Not positive how I change that, but I am going to be thinking about it.
Sam - Everyone is welcome here - even if you are quite fit! And definitely tell us what you are doing and it will inspire me. I just wanted a space where I could post really little accomplishments and be happy with those.
Welcome Rosy!
Jooni - ear plugs are a great idea. I should try that.
Jessa - every hike counts, even the ridiculously easy ones!
Zony - ice cream runs are perhaps the pinnacle of fitness. 🙂
Post by: Shinplaster on July 29, 2017, 10:21:28 AM
I hope this one will help me do the same with getting more fit. Today I will walk outside for at least 30 minutes. I'm going to wander through the new development being built behind us - it's huge, so 30 minutes is a conservative estimate.
Thanks for starting this thread ML.
Post by: KMMK on July 29, 2017, 11:54:25 AM
I definitely need the do tiny things, rather than nothing, plan.
Post by: FIFoFum on July 29, 2017, 12:10:06 PM
My exercise yesterday -
Taking the stairs to the garage each way (2 full flights) - 3 RTs. One of those was because I forgot my car key - and unfortunately, it was with the Floof. So extra exercise carrying Floof part way so she didn't have to do up/down + up/down twice in a row.
More Floof carrying - maybe 1/2 mile walking in total with carrying?
Floof walking - probably 1/2 mile worth
I realize I need a fitness tracker again - I may be very off with these guesstimates.
Floof lifting - 20 reps?
Squats due to Floof - unknown
*1 Floof = 16 or 17 lbs
Post by: shadowmoss on July 29, 2017, 01:11:12 PM
Post by: deborah on July 29, 2017, 10:29:36 PM
Post by: Sailor Sam on July 29, 2017, 10:37:33 PM
I repeatedly lifted my primary eating hand to my primary eating orifice today. That's the sum total of my exercise. Plus some pushups, I guess. Oh! And I jogged. But mostly I ate. Hamburgers.
Post by: FrugalZony on July 29, 2017, 11:13:24 PM
Interesting area to explore, walked by an old racetrack that's no longer in use.
Kinda sad and depressing, but I somehow like those lost places.
Then we walked all around the campground.
Probably 45 minutes walk (more like a leasurely stroll) but at least we got out.
Post by: LMBB on July 29, 2017, 11:21:43 PM
I didn't do squat today but hopefully this thread will motivate me to do something tomorrow!
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on July 30, 2017, 12:06:09 AM
Danced outdoors x1
Post by: Freckles on July 30, 2017, 12:22:56 AM
Today I did nothing I can count as exercise. But yesterday I did a zumba class AND swam. Tomorrow I will do some moving my body things.
Post by: deborah on July 30, 2017, 01:02:34 AM
What in the hell is a lurgy?A non-specific illness with flu-like symptoms. Evidently it comes from the Goon show. But you're an American, so I am not sure that the Goon show made it to your shores. It usually has the prefix "the dreaded". However, according to wikinary it is used in America as well.
In my case I have a sore head, sore throat, sore eyes, blocked ears, ache all over, am dizzy when I get out of bed, am coughing, and have a runny nose. It probably isn't the flu because I had a shot. As far as I am concerned I definitely have the dreaded lurgy. But I wanted to spare you all the symptoms, so I just used the generic term for it.
Post by: HappierAtHome on July 30, 2017, 05:11:16 AM
Yesterday: walked for more than 30 minutes. Today: walked around a shopping centre for two hours (tired now!).
In my case I have a sore head, sore throat, sore eyes, blocked ears, ache all over, am dizzy when I get out of bed, am coughing, and have a runny nose. It probably isn't the flu because I had a shot. As far as I am concerned I definitely have the dreaded lurgy. But I wanted to spare you all the symptoms, so I just used the generic term for it.
Hope you feel better soon, deborah!
Post by: alleykat on July 30, 2017, 07:01:44 AM
Post by: Rural on July 30, 2017, 08:07:49 AM
Case in point: yesterday I hauled around a large amount of lumber followed by much sweeping. I let the Roomba do the mopping for me, though, but I think today I'll get in there with a clean sponge mop and wipe down the walls to get the last of the sawdust residue off.
Post by: meadow lark on July 30, 2017, 09:27:28 AM
I lifted 1 Pearl yesterday. (As she is 12 yo and does not enjoy being lifted, that is probably it for the week.)
We expect heavy thunderstorms (flash flooding advisory) by noon today, so I think there will be only 1 trek to Internet rock (15 min total.)
Yesterday I did 20 of my exercises. Today I shall aim to do 25. I downloaded a "body weight exercises for women" ebook. I believe I am not capable of doing any of them.
I need to think of something's to do inside the RV when it is raining.
Alleyway - I am very i pressedby 15 hours of walking. Holy smokes.
Sam - if you jogged and did push-ups you rock. And on top of that you ate? Amazing!
Post by: Jessa on July 30, 2017, 09:42:21 AM
Post by: meadow lark on July 30, 2017, 10:29:57 AM
Obs, the cheaper/free the better. Vaguely considering a Fitbit to motivate myself.
Post by: kenaces on July 30, 2017, 10:38:17 AM
Do any of you guys use Fitbit or an app or a group (other than this little one🙂) to help track and motivate yourself? Does it help?
Obs, the cheaper/free the better. Vaguely considering a Fitbit to motivate myself.
Last year I was thinking of getting fitbit. I changed my mind when old guy at my poker table told me that his wife made him get fitbit but he didn't mind be cause he moves his arm enough at the table that it thinks he walks ~1 mile every time he plays poker!
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on July 30, 2017, 10:44:04 AM
Post by: FIFoFum on July 30, 2017, 11:17:56 AM
I haven't been using a fitness tracker since the fall, and I think I need to get one again. I liked having something with a built-in GPS, because I am a nerd who loves data. But even a basic pedometer from a cereal box could help.
Yesterday, I did fewer Floof lifts and almost no carrying. There was some romping. I did take Floof to a pedestrian mall & feel like I did very little 'people' walking. I'm not really sure, though, and it would be nice to know.
Post by: Prairie Gal on July 30, 2017, 02:57:13 PM
10 mins exercise bike on the easiest setting.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on July 30, 2017, 03:13:48 PM
Starting from zero here.
10 mins exercise bike on the easiest setting.
YEAH!!!!
Post by: Morning Glory on July 30, 2017, 05:34:16 PM
Do any of you guys use Fitbit or an app or a group (other than this little one🙂) to help track and motivate yourself? Does it help?
Obs, the cheaper/free the better. Vaguely considering a Fitbit to motivate myself.
I use the Fitbit charge 2. I like it to track my distances without having data on my phone. I get money back from Achievemint and points from Walgreens for miles (not that much but probably enough to pay for the Fitbit after a year or so). Currently on my third device as the things do wear out after 1-2 years. It also can sync with diet apps like Lose It and My Fitness Pal if you are interested in calorie tracking. I find it motivating but studies have found a paradoxical effect because people feel like they are doing something good by wearing the tracker, so they eat more or exercise less.
Post by: ElleFiji on July 30, 2017, 05:40:20 PM
Today I did laundry (walked to/from elevator 4 times?)
Did some filing
Heated soup
Moved between the sofa and bed.
I'm not normally THIS out of shape, but for this week it counts as exercise.
Post by: LMBB on July 30, 2017, 05:49:59 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on July 30, 2017, 06:36:27 PM
I woke up with a migraine and did not feel well.
So I decided to try one of the Yoga videos instead of taking Exedrin.
It worked. After those 45 min I felt so much better, I started the second vidoe.
15 Minutes in my cat decided that was enough yoga (she usually just chills on her back when I do Yoga) and started meowing and nudging me for cuddles.
So I cuddled a bit with her and the TADAAAAA went for a walk 1 hour 40 Minutes! I was hot and sweaty, but it felt good!
Plus we decided to eat out tonight and walking to that restaurant is at least another 20 minutes each way!
Post by: Morning Glory on July 30, 2017, 06:45:01 PM
Post by: alleykat on July 30, 2017, 07:17:59 PM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on July 30, 2017, 09:00:30 PM
FZ: Nice one!!!
Post by: MustachioedPistachio on July 30, 2017, 09:16:52 PM
I'd like to bring up that managing Fitness = Exercise + Fuel. Managing the fuel side can expedite the process! I used to graze a lot...out of boredom, or, more commonly, thirst. Being thirsty often masquerades as being hungry. So next time you feel the urge to nibble, try a big glass of water instead. Works wonders.
If you are feeling pensive or contemplative, going on a walk not only improves the mood and helps process thoughts, it shaves off a few more calories :)
Post by: Jessa on July 31, 2017, 05:15:18 AM
Do any of you guys use Fitbit or an app or a group (other than this little one🙂) to help track and motivate yourself?
I used to, but it died, and I'm too cheap to get a new one. The only time i felt it was helpful was when I was close to my goal near the end of the day. I'd do laps around my house to get the last 200 steps or so. So that was 200 steps more than i would've taken without it. But on the whole, after the novelty wore off, no, it didn't really help motivate me.
Post by: Rural on July 31, 2017, 06:09:52 AM
Do any of you guys use Fitbit or an app or a group (other than this little one🙂) to help track and motivate yourself?
I used to, but it died, and I'm too cheap to get a new one. The only time i felt it was helpful was when I was close to my goal near the end of the day. I'd do laps around my house to get the last 200 steps or so. So that was 200 steps more than i would've taken without it. But on the whole, after the novelty wore off, no, it didn't really help motivate me.
I have one, but only because work bought it as an incentive. Didn't do a thing for me and was more annoying to try to use than the pedometer I got at the dollar store. Currently I don't know where it is, in a drawer somewhere.
Post by: OurTown on July 31, 2017, 10:12:08 AM
Yesterday > mowed the yard with a push mower & weed eater.
Today > nothing so far.
Post by: Freckles on July 31, 2017, 11:17:33 AM
Post by: Erma on July 31, 2017, 12:40:30 PM
Today I walked for 30 minutes during my break.
Post by: meadow lark on July 31, 2017, 01:00:14 PM
Erma - nice! I should download a yoga class.
Freckles - I got on Myfitnesspal but it does all this calorie counting crap. Which pisses me off. And reminds me of my childhood. Which makes me want to rebel. (I know this is my bad attitude, and it may work great for others.)
Ourtown - welcome!
Rural - one of my fears if I bought it!
I actually had one several years ago, but I wasn't in a healthy frame of mind and all it did was count steps. Which didn't do anything for me. Th other piece was I was walking at work so much I had a lot of foot pain, so I needed to be walking less to heal my feet. So I was in a weird bind. Took me about a year of not walking 12 hours at work, plus doing stretches to get rid of the foot pain. Life is good!
DJstash - I agree. Food is 90% of weight loss/maintenance in my experience. So I have a food protocol. But there are plenty of thin unfit people who are living about 20 years older than their age. So I think exercise's role is about quality of life - and I want great quality!
Zony - you rock!
Everyone else - thank you for posting. I need to run back to my RV because it is about to rain!
Post by: meadow lark on July 31, 2017, 01:03:18 PM
Yesterday I walked/jogged for 15 minutes. I had planned on walking 45, but a cloud of bugs attacked me so I ran home. (4 evil bites).
I skipped my calisthenics because my thighs were angry at me. Will probably skip today too.
Walked up to Internet rock X11 (15 min hike.). Will comeback if it doesn't rain all day.
Post by: Shinplaster on July 31, 2017, 02:13:32 PM
This afternoon I am reorganizing a bunch of bookshelves on different floors of the house. I am deliberately only bringing about half what I could carry at a time, so I go up and down more often. My knees are not happy, but I feel like I'm doing something, anyway.
Post by: OurTown on July 31, 2017, 02:17:33 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on July 31, 2017, 02:48:56 PM
Elle - I thought you were on bedrest this weekend. You will not be the first person on bedrest I have taken away a Fitbit from. (No, really. Pregnant women in the hospital on bedrest making laps around the halls.)
Erma - nice! I should download a yoga class.
Freckles - I got on Myfitnesspal but it does all this calorie counting crap. Which pisses me off. And reminds me of my childhood. Which makes me want to rebel. (I know this is my bad attitude, and it may work great for others.)
I don't have a Fitbit! And all I posted about was my walk to and from the elevator to do laundry.
And I bet those pregnant women were nurses or teachers. Helping professionals are not so great at helping themselves
My doctor who ordered bed rest was a little vague about duration, so I took a patient today and back to a full load tomorrow. Walking to/from buses for a total of 40 minutes and an hour standing.
Back to a full load tomorrow, but I'm calling people for rides. Aiming for fit to exercise in a week.
Post by: Prairie Gal on July 31, 2017, 05:55:31 PM
Post by: Sailor Sam on July 31, 2017, 06:37:15 PM
Plus 3k steps.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on July 31, 2017, 09:30:50 PM
Ran in the ocean (friend yelled "Baywatch!!!" at me)
Played tag in the ocean
Kayaked in the lowest key way possible
Post by: Freckles on August 01, 2017, 12:02:13 AM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 01, 2017, 12:09:09 AM
The rest of the day was spent chatting with secondor while eating cheese and drinking wine.
I am pretty sure that all of this qualifies as exercise :)
Post by: Erma on August 01, 2017, 12:54:02 AM
Post by: Prairie Gal on August 01, 2017, 06:22:55 AM
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Ran in the ocean (friend yelled "Baywatch!!!" at me)
LOL!
Post by: NinjaSalad on August 01, 2017, 06:36:48 AM
Yesterday - I walked to work (1.75 miles) and took the stairs all day long. I got a ride home though because it was 92 degrees.
I also started on the C25K after dinner and put in another 1.87 miles (Yes, I run like a sloth).
Post by: Rural on August 01, 2017, 06:37:46 PM
Aside from that, I herded cats from my computer - the semester will start in a couple of weeks and things are gearing back up.
Post by: okits on August 01, 2017, 06:48:00 PM
This is the third day in my current streak of not drinking alcohol or eating junk food. I badly want some alcohol and junk food.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 01, 2017, 10:53:25 PM
Post by: LMBB on August 01, 2017, 10:58:44 PM
Post by: FIFoFum on August 01, 2017, 11:31:06 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 02, 2017, 12:27:34 AM
Post by: Prairie Gal on August 02, 2017, 05:43:41 AM
11 mins bike
8 baby squats
Post by: NinjaSalad on August 02, 2017, 06:01:53 AM
It was raining when I got off work and continued to rain throughout the evening so no afternoon walk :(
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 02, 2017, 09:01:52 AM
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whenever I needed a restroom break I went to a restroom on a different floor in my building.
Love!
Post by: Freeme on August 02, 2017, 09:07:13 AM
Post by: meadow lark on August 02, 2017, 11:01:03 AM
Freeme - we are in identical situations. Well, I only had a desk job for the last 18 months, but pretty similar.
I think I am going to try going for a walk again. Covered in bug spray. (I have been ill for 2 days after being attacked by bugs on my last walk).
And finally the weather is nice again.
Oh, I hand washed a huge amount of laundry last night and then carried it to the clothes line. I would estimate well over 50 lbs (very wet). So that is something.
Post by: Freckles on August 02, 2017, 12:40:31 PM
Post by: Erma on August 02, 2017, 12:44:05 PM
Post by: dcheesi on August 02, 2017, 03:36:14 PM
The only thing is that I'm still lacking upper body strength. And now I'm finding I have an occasional "practical" use for muscles that I otherwise never use in daily life (not covered in the usual grocery-hauling scenarios, etc.). I need to find ways to incorporate some of the appropriate movements into my everyday life, as I know I'm not very good at keeping up with dedicated activities like "exercise".
Post by: FIFoFum on August 02, 2017, 05:57:42 PM
Post by: WhiteTrashCash on August 02, 2017, 06:32:02 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on August 02, 2017, 06:36:13 PM
Just a bit of advice: You can take advantage of other people's MLM misery and failure by buying old Beachbody DVD fitness programs for a pittance on eBay. I own four of them which I purchased for like $5 a piece. The fitness programs are really good and you can rotate them so you don't get too bored. I've saved a lot of money that I don't have to spend on going to the gym.Oooh good idea. I think my old roommate inherited my insanity DVD s and those were a cool mix of fun and impossible. I need to learn how to e bay.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 02, 2017, 06:55:12 PM
It's hot here. Sooooooper hot. Arizona and New Mexico hot. Desert hot, NOT PNW hot. HOT HOT HOT
Yep! Probably like you, I'm all, "HEY! I MOVED AWAY FROM THAT ON PURPOSE!!!"
Two hours of light walking today.
Post by: Sailor Sam on August 02, 2017, 08:07:42 PM
I did a little swimming last night. Today I plan on zumba again and more swimming. It's hot here. Sooooooper hot. Arizona and New Mexico hot. Desert hot, NOT PNW hot. HOT HOT HOT
So fucking hot. And humid. Why?
Gym today, and 6.5k steps.
I find the modifications I use for the bodyweight stuff fairly humiliating. I do it anyway. And I know the other people in the gym don't really care what I'm doing. But damn it sure does burn.
Post by: FIFoFum on August 02, 2017, 08:13:42 PM
I did a little swimming last night. Today I plan on zumba again and more swimming. It's hot here. Sooooooper hot. Arizona and New Mexico hot. Desert hot, NOT PNW hot. HOT HOT HOT
So fucking hot. And humid. Why?
No idea. I am traveling to southern florida, where it's actually forecast to be cooler (though not less humid, of course).
Post by: okits on August 02, 2017, 09:02:28 PM
Fourth day in a row without junk food or booze. I am getting slightly less desperate for it.
Post by: Rural on August 02, 2017, 09:38:33 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 02, 2017, 11:04:03 PM
It's hot here. Sooooooper hot. Arizona and New Mexico hot. Desert hot, NOT PNW hot. HOT HOT HOT
Yep, I was surprised that Boise was THAT hot. Similar to AZ!
But it does cool off at night at least, so we can turn off AC in the evening.
Today we walked a good 30 min in the afternoon heat to pick up our car from the shop.
I was exhausted by the time we got there and I do consider myself quite heat resistant.
I also started the day with 30 min of Yoga this am. It wasn't easy. I was squirmish, but I did not want to give up.
I'll try another video tomorrow.
Post by: HappierAtHome on August 03, 2017, 01:51:16 AM
Today? Not sure yet...
Post by: NinjaSalad on August 03, 2017, 06:14:30 AM
Walked to work, forgot my building entry card and had to turn around. Luckily I was still close to home. 1.9 miles
Walked to a work meeting 1.0 miles
C25K W1D2 2.10 miles
Post by: Jessa on August 03, 2017, 12:37:40 PM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 03, 2017, 12:55:56 PM
20 minute mellow walk return trip to appts
Post by: Cali Nonya on August 03, 2017, 12:59:35 PM
A fellow MMM-person recommended the 7 minute work-outs for me and I am about a month into them. It has definitely helped my energy levels. Being of the female persuasion, I swapped out one of the upper body routines for 10# kettles bells.
Now I just need to figure out something to do in the evenings. The scary area of the Bay Area I am in doesn't lend itself to walking or cycling.
Post by: Shinplaster on August 03, 2017, 01:39:52 PM
Now I'm home and rearranging furniture and doing a deep clean in the basement. I'm sweaty, so figure I'm getting effective exercise. : D
Post by: meadow lark on August 03, 2017, 05:00:00 PM
Also, emptied the RV's black water tank into a tote, then dragged it up a hill and emptied it into the septic outlet (inlet? Whatever.). Basically dragged something heavy up a hill.
Today - 1 hike to Internet rock, calisthenics.
I should look at eBay for videos - that is a great idea. I also look for them at thrift stores.
Post by: Rural on August 03, 2017, 05:16:03 PM
Also I herded cats, both literal and metaphorical, during my breaks.
ETA: Meadowlark: no bears for me today. You did right to turn around. Bears always have right of way. Hmm. You could carry a leafblower on your walks - I bet bears would run from the noise.
Post by: okits on August 03, 2017, 08:02:00 PM
Did a 75 minute yoga class tonight.
I went to yoga class last night, I am feeling it today!
Right? I always thought beginner's yoga would be relaxing and easy. It's kind of relaxing and kind of easy now, only after I've done months of classes to improve my fitness level. The stretching has always made me feel better (especially since I got started with yoga by doing prenatal).
Fifth day in a row without junk food or booze. I still frequently want sugar as a means to make me happy or as a reward/bandaid for cruddy experiences. I'm not shedding any of the initial water weight I expected to (might have to cut regular-food carbs for that, or maybe I won't simply due to breastfeeding); would have been nice to see it, even if it's not the long-term result I'm trying for.
Post by: NinjaSalad on August 04, 2017, 09:00:19 AM
Walked to work 1.75 miles.
Lots of stairs and a few quick walks around the block during the day (no idea how far, not tracking them).
Rode bike with my 6 year old 2.0 miles. It was getting late and he got too tired to go any further.
Post by: FrugalZony on August 04, 2017, 04:37:26 PM
Today we checked out the ID State Capitol fir two hours, not really exercise, but lots of upstairs and downstairs and upstairs and downstairs walking to see everything
Post by: okits on August 04, 2017, 09:41:05 PM
Sixth day without junk food and booze. I miss it. I did, though, buy a dress that kind of hooked my interest a while back. In my regular (the largest they had) size it just fits. My sense of vanity wants to see how much better it looks when I've lost some weight.
Post by: Freckles on August 05, 2017, 12:51:59 AM
Post by: katekat on August 05, 2017, 03:32:35 AM
I was a lifelong-unfit person until my early twenties, when I put some effort into learning to run, then stopped again, then started again, then stopped again (repeat a few times).
I'm currently sort of in moderate shape by my own standards -- I don't have to go back and re-do couch to 5k, but I went to the gym for the first time in over a month on Thursday, and I hadn't been going very regularly before that. I have a mud run in a couple of months so I'm going to try to get off my arse and start going to the gym 4x a week. Treadmill every time, arms strength training 1x a week, legs strength training 1x a week -- that's the plan. At some point I will really have to do some outside running but I'm not looking forward to it :(
Post by: HappierAtHome on August 05, 2017, 04:00:29 AM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 05, 2017, 10:39:07 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 05, 2017, 10:56:01 PM
I'll try to make up tomorrow ;)
Post by: Freckles on August 06, 2017, 08:48:10 AM
Post by: HappierAtHome on August 06, 2017, 05:19:43 PM
Today: we forgot to pick up a prescription for abovementioned baby on the weekend, so if the weather stays clear that's my excuse for a > one hour round trip to the compounding pharmacy today. I will take the pram and baby.
Post by: Sailor Sam on August 06, 2017, 05:33:23 PM
1. 6,000 steps/day (x6)
2. Gym (x2)
3. Fast (x2)
4. Profit! (aka: consume whatever the fuck food I feel like* on my birthday
*Caveat, still no milk. Turns out there's no magic fairy that makes milk non-poisonous on birthdays. I tried. It failed. Fuckin' slacker fuckin' fairies.
**Caveat, it's a birthDAY. Not a birthWEEK or a birthMONTH. Goddamn fairies failed again.
Post by: ElleFiji on August 06, 2017, 05:37:26 PM
This week's goals. Figure out why I feel like death and fix it, possibly by returning to the doctor. Need to be healthy by vacation next week
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 06, 2017, 06:23:43 PM
Post by: okits on August 06, 2017, 08:54:41 PM
This morning our whole family walked around the small, local zoo. In the afternoon we splashed around the pool (I spent quite a while holding cutie #2 as his toddler self is too short to stand in the pool, and we haven't gotten the kids swimming lessons, yet). I did drink ~40% of a Coke Life (sugar + stevia), but having denied myself much-desired alcohol and having consumed no other junk I'll just consider this day #8.
Post by: FrugalZony on August 06, 2017, 11:03:54 PM
No?
Didn't think so. But hey, I tried.
I had such a good run....need to get back into things!
Post by: alleykat on August 07, 2017, 05:01:36 AM
Post by: NinjaSalad on August 07, 2017, 06:10:10 AM
August 5th - Painted some baseboards and door trim at home, lots of crawling around and climbing up and down ladders. C25K W1D3 - 2.2 miles
August 6th - Walked 3 miles with my very energetic pittie. When we got home, I grabbed my senior lab and took them both out for another mile. My lab is 11 and is starting to have hip issues so he can't go as far as he did when he was younger. I have to wear down the pittie first or I can't handle walking both of them at the same time.
Later, I spent a couple hours trimming trees and carrying branches to the road.
Post by: Jessa on August 07, 2017, 09:18:03 AM
Post by: Rural on August 07, 2017, 11:07:23 PM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 07, 2017, 11:13:03 PM
I ran like a frightened bear through the alleys, and walked for an additional 120ish minutes.
Post by: HappierAtHome on August 07, 2017, 11:26:00 PM
Post by: Freckles on August 08, 2017, 12:52:53 AM
Jooni, stay out of alleys! :o
I went to zumba. I didn't want to as I had a tummy ache. But I did it anyway. (This was a very non-Freckles like demonstration of dedication. I think I deserve chocolate.)
Post by: katekat on August 08, 2017, 02:23:46 AM
Post by: HappierAtHome on August 08, 2017, 02:26:48 AM
I went to zumba. I didn't want to as I had a tummy ache. But I did it anyway. (This was a very non-Freckles like demonstration of dedication. I think I deserve chocolate.)
I have dark chocolate Tim Tams, a snuggly baby and space right next to me on the couch!
Post by: deborah on August 08, 2017, 02:56:06 AM
Post by: meadow lark on August 08, 2017, 10:45:32 AM
3 mile walk. Discovered the IPhone has an activity tracker (was listening to a podcast and the guy said 'all smart phones automatically record your activity' and I was like, 'wait - what?' So I checked DW's IPhone and it had an app on it called 'Health'. Turns out Internet Rock is the equivalent of 11 flights of stairs.
Reminded me I have amazing tech in my pocket that I use mostly as a watch. And to play Sudoku.
Post by: Freckles on August 08, 2017, 02:33:12 PM
11 flights of stairs multiple times a day is pretty impressive.
Post by: Rural on August 08, 2017, 04:55:44 PM
Post by: Sailor Sam on August 08, 2017, 05:01:28 PM
Irritatingly, I still have 2k steps to accumulate, despite the gym. Clearly my ass muscles got a good flattening today.
Post by: okits on August 08, 2017, 07:31:03 PM
Day 10 no booze or junk food. I will definitely be breaking the streak tomorrow or Thu, then re-starting after the weekend. I haven't lost more than what could be considered normal weight fluctuations but I'm noticeably less puffy (to me, anyhow).
Post by: meadow lark on August 08, 2017, 07:42:11 PM
Sam - nice! I, for some reason, felt like I was walking through quicksand while hiking to Internet Rock this morning. Which is weird - I am always breathing heavily but not uncomfortable. Today I was considering taking a nap on the forest floor.
Rural - sounds productive and lovely!
Freckles - excellent plan, and thanks!
Post by: Sailor Sam on August 08, 2017, 08:05:13 PM
Sam - nice! I, for some reason, felt like I was walking through quicksand while hiking to Internet Rock this morning. Which is weird - I am always breathing heavily but not uncomfortable. Today I was considering taking a nap on the forest floor.
I bet refilling your glycogen stores might perk you up. Or, just take the nap. Naps are nice.
Post by: alleykat on August 08, 2017, 09:15:32 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 08, 2017, 10:59:03 PM
Had to give up, because the mossies were eating me alive.
I am missing the Yoga. Need to get back to a Yoga routine
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 08, 2017, 11:16:16 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on August 09, 2017, 07:54:01 AM
Back to daily yoga today, and a 2 walk runs a week goal. I also want to do a recreational bike ride as I have to check if I'm well enough to bike commute. Overall I woke up today feeling not sick.
Post by: katekat on August 09, 2017, 08:14:14 AM
Post by: NinjaSalad on August 09, 2017, 08:14:46 AM
August 8 - walked to and from work 3.5 miles.
C25K W2D1 2.24 miles
Not too sure if I'm going to stick with the C25k. Once upon a time I ran several days a week, but these days it's hurting my knees and I don't want to seriously injure myself. It could be that I need to lose a bit more weight before starting...or it could just be that I'm getting old. Maybe I'll trade running for hiking.
Post by: Dragonswan on August 09, 2017, 08:34:11 AM
What in the hell is a lurgy?
I repeatedly lifted my primary eating hand to my primary eating orifice today. That's the sum total of my exercise. Plus some pushups, I guess. Oh! And I jogged. But mostly I ate. Hamburgers.
Don't forget to count the sit-up you did to get out of bed.
Post by: Frugal Lizard on August 09, 2017, 08:51:15 AM
+1What in the hell is a lurgy?
I repeatedly lifted my primary eating hand to my primary eating orifice today. That's the sum total of my exercise. Plus some pushups, I guess. Oh! And I jogged. But mostly I ate. Hamburgers.
Don't forget to count the sit-up you did to get out of bed.
I need to join this thread
Post by: Cali Nonya on August 09, 2017, 09:41:42 AM
Plus I do the stairs at work (I can count that!), but since I am only on the second floor it's not that much. Does the 3-5 trips to the coffee pot at work count?
Still can't find anything extra that fits into my schedule for the evenings. Stupid unsafe neighborhood.
Post by: Freckles on August 09, 2017, 12:11:48 PM
My knee started hurting last night. I don't know why; I don't remember doing something to it. Today is a zumba day, but I'm nervous. Not sure if hurting my knee further by going to zumba class is something to genuinely be concerned about or if I'm happy to grab on to any excuse not to exercise. I know myself, so this is a very real possibility. But also, ouch.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 09, 2017, 03:20:54 PM
Post by: deborah on August 09, 2017, 03:38:06 PM
Post by: okits on August 09, 2017, 07:03:19 PM
Had junk food and booze today. Have a bunch of celebrations these next few days, back on the wagon Monday.
Post by: HappierAtHome on August 10, 2017, 02:27:35 AM
Post by: deborah on August 10, 2017, 02:34:59 AM
Post by: Jessa on August 10, 2017, 05:43:21 AM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 10, 2017, 10:24:10 PM
All in all probably only 20 min, followed by only 10 min of Yoga. I hate it when I am a quitter, but sometimes I am.
Not my day today, but at least it's something.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 10, 2017, 10:25:51 PM
Post by: SingleMomDebt on August 10, 2017, 10:55:56 PM
The previous 2 days I made 4k steps.
Post by: deborah on August 10, 2017, 11:16:11 PM
Post by: okits on August 11, 2017, 12:26:27 AM
Post by: alleykat on August 11, 2017, 05:45:41 AM
It is time to get in shape. The more I make it a point to move, the more I realize it has become essential.
Post by: ElleFiji on August 11, 2017, 05:48:45 AM
.next week is a vacation, so hopefully swimming and hiking
Post by: Freckles on August 11, 2017, 01:08:04 PM
I have had days of tummy troubles and haven't been doing much. Hopefully I will make it to zumba today.
Post by: moof on August 11, 2017, 05:22:39 PM
Exercise is not my current problem. I ramped up from my pretty pathetic ~2 day a week bike commute to bike/run commuting every day over the course of a couple years, rain or shine. The occasions that I do drive now feel stressful due to frequent stops, other drivers etc.
My problem is that I cannot out exercise my appetite. My weight has been very steady at about 40 lbs above the "ideal" weight, and about 20 lbs above where I would like to be. Soda and snacks at work are a crutch habit I haven't been able to shake for more than a couple weeks at a shot. Ice cream is my cryptonite at home, and I become a sugar craving withdrawing addict if I don't have dessert. I need to work on these areas, but I need to actually make it stick somehow.
Post by: okits on August 11, 2017, 07:35:07 PM
Walked 5.2km (3.25 miles) with the stroller, today. I'll be keeping a written food-and-exercise notebook starting Monday.
Post by: ElleFiji on August 11, 2017, 08:03:40 PM
Walking:
14 minutes
5 minutes
8 minutes
8 minutes
8 minutes
So around 45. But again, just commuting. Not real exercise. I'm exhausted. I think my hormones are all screwy, I have been slammed the past 2 periods with serious pms exhaustion. I am doing the healthy eat to live thing post cottage, which helps with pain and energy.
Post by: alleykat on August 11, 2017, 11:05:20 PM
Post by: alleykat on August 13, 2017, 03:51:11 PM
Hope everyone is hanging in there.
Post by: Sailor Sam on August 13, 2017, 03:58:16 PM
My Goals for the 18th Week in Ordinary Time
1. 6,000 steps/day (x6) Yes
2. Gym (x2) Yes
3. Fast (x2) Yes
4. Profit! (aka: consume whatever the fuck food I feel like on my birthday) Oh yes
Post by: lexde on August 13, 2017, 05:16:29 PM
Post by: Jessa on August 13, 2017, 06:14:48 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 13, 2017, 08:30:58 PM
I guess this qualifies as excercise. It included shoveling and ducking and walking around quite a bit.
We are both a bit sore today, so we have just been excercising our arms today, shoving treats in our mouths....
This will make for a good story, sometime!
Post by: Freckles on August 14, 2017, 09:39:02 AM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 14, 2017, 11:21:07 AM
Post by: Shinplaster on August 14, 2017, 11:34:52 AM
Post by: katekat on August 15, 2017, 03:55:54 AM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 15, 2017, 01:22:28 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 15, 2017, 02:40:02 PM
Post by: okits on August 15, 2017, 06:17:44 PM
But back on the no booze, no junk food snacking. I miss booze and junk food snacking.
Post by: YummyRaisins on August 15, 2017, 06:58:23 PM
Bought a chin up bar the other day and decided to start following the Recommended Routine (https://www.reddit.com/r/bodyweightfitness/wiki/kb/recommended_routine) on the Body Weight fitness subreddit. I'm pretty pitiful at the moment (can't even do 5 pull ups), but grinding it out to get better.
Had to start getting up at 5:00 am to fit the workout into my day. The early rise is kicking my ass right now... Don't know how you morning people do it.
Post by: Nudelkopf on August 16, 2017, 03:30:53 PM
Edit to add: I should probably add that it's $850 for the 12 weeks. But if I win i get a free trip to Bali :P I want to win!!
Post by: lexde on August 16, 2017, 05:34:33 PM
I'm in. For the first time in almost a year I stepped foot in my gym for day 1. It was embarrassing. It wasn't pretty. I struggled with almost no weight. It was nothing like 2015 when I ate dumbbells for breakfast. But I did it. And I feel "good tired" for the first time in a really long time. I want to make this a habit again, I owe it to myself.Went in again at 6am before work. Day 2. So sore but so worth it!
Post by: FrugalZony on August 16, 2017, 07:01:21 PM
NICE!
Not really exercise though!
Post by: okits on August 16, 2017, 07:54:11 PM
Post by: alleykat on August 16, 2017, 10:13:28 PM
Post by: Erma on August 17, 2017, 12:46:19 AM
Wednesday: Walked for 30 minutes during break
Today: Probably go swimming, but this depends on how dangerous the river is today
Post by: Jessa on August 17, 2017, 04:44:14 AM
Post by: Erma on August 17, 2017, 11:53:51 AM
Post by: okits on August 17, 2017, 09:50:43 PM
Socialized with friends so had a drink and had pastries and chocolates (not out-of-control amounts). Back on the wagon tomorrow!
Post by: Sailor Sam on August 17, 2017, 10:08:38 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 17, 2017, 10:56:48 PM
...followed by a huge slice of carrot cake....hey that was a heavy slice of cake, so it almost counts as weight lifting....
Post by: Rural on August 18, 2017, 02:16:56 AM
Post by: HappierAtHome on August 18, 2017, 05:42:33 AM
Post by: Jessa on August 18, 2017, 05:54:17 AM
A bit of swimming followed by a lot of soaking in hot springs followed by a bit of swimming.
...followed by a huge slice of carrot cake....hey that was a heavy slice of cake, so it almost counts as weight lifting....
Now THAT is the kind of exercise routine I could get seriously into.....
Amen.
Post by: YummyRaisins on August 18, 2017, 08:17:22 AM
And now I want carrot cake.
Post by: meadow lark on August 18, 2017, 07:03:08 PM
Less than my usual goal, but I am not feeling great.
Post by: okits on August 18, 2017, 08:00:42 PM
Post by: Prairie Gal on August 18, 2017, 09:00:03 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 19, 2017, 02:33:32 PM
Post by: Jessa on August 19, 2017, 04:54:47 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on August 19, 2017, 06:47:19 PM
Post by: lexde on August 19, 2017, 06:59:43 PM
(8/19/17) Leg day today. Had to skip a set of romanian deadlifts because I felt like I was wayy overdoing it. Weights were super light but the last time I did a true "leg day" was 4/13/16 according to my app, so I pretty much have had to start from zero. [65#5x5 Squat; 50#2x8 Romanian Deadlift; 50#3x15 Leg Press; 50#3x15 Calf Press.](8/13/17) I'm in. For the first time in almost a year I stepped foot in my gym for day 1. It was embarrassing. It wasn't pretty. I struggled with almost no weight. It was nothing like 2015 when I ate dumbbells for breakfast. But I did it. And I feel "good tired" for the first time in a really long time. I want to make this a habit again, I owe it to myself.(8/16/17) Went in again at 6am before work. Day 2. So sore but so worth it! Pull day.
Post by: okits on August 19, 2017, 08:45:53 PM
Had a beer tonight. It was date night. Having a drink together while dressed up was nice.
Post by: alleykat on August 19, 2017, 09:38:21 PM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 20, 2017, 05:34:00 PM
Post by: YummyRaisins on August 20, 2017, 06:26:59 PM
Post by: Jessa on August 20, 2017, 07:07:52 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on August 20, 2017, 07:13:41 PM
Post by: Bicycle_B on August 20, 2017, 08:07:18 PM
Post by: shadowmoss on August 20, 2017, 08:17:55 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on August 20, 2017, 08:58:27 PM
Post by: Freckles on August 20, 2017, 10:12:37 PM
I read about NEAT thanks to wintertell, and since then I've been really trying to keep that in mind and make choices like taking the stairs or parking farther away. Even on vacation, maybe especially on vacation. And now we are at Disneyland, so there is no shortage of movement. Yesterday, my husband's FitBit recorded 22,200 steps! I don't have a device like that, but if anything, I took more steps, so phew! Today, not so many steps. We were wiped out! But we'll be back at it tomorrow. :)
Post by: HappierAtHome on August 21, 2017, 12:46:40 AM
Post by: lexde on August 21, 2017, 08:49:22 AM
We've been in Beijing almost a week. Probably have walked 2~5 miles a day. Maybe more yesterday when we took DD to Tiananmen and Qianmen, and then also walked home from dinner.Beijing was awesome! Check out Hou Hai one evening if you can.
On the train to Tianjin now, where we will do more walking.
Post by: Jessa on August 21, 2017, 09:05:25 AM
Did not want to go for a walk. Went for a walk anyway.
You are my hero.
Post by: Vintage509 on August 21, 2017, 09:54:16 AM
My scales will never read that high again. I started an 1800 calorie diet and from time to time will walk. I have bought a used bike, but have only ridden it once. I am in on this challenge and will give periodical updates as a form of accountability. This may be the jump start I need to finish off my weight loss goal of being under 200 pounds. I presently weigh 218.8 pounds.
Post by: ElleFiji on August 21, 2017, 02:27:26 PM
Somehow I'm eating $11 worth of buffet. So I'm going to bike home.
Those people we know who are doing a long distance ride are brave or foolish or a little of both.
Also, I will not run 5k tonight
I'm home and clean! Luckily there was a faster way back, so 'only' a 24k ride. I'm sure as a kid I could do 20 without breaks. There were breaks and snacks and I imagine that tomorrow I will wakeup either with newfound aches, or completely fit and healthy. I've even eaten healthy food today, so most likely 10-40 pounds will be gone and replaced with strong, flexible muscles.
Post by: okits on August 21, 2017, 02:54:13 PM
Guys. We have an issue. I am 15km from home. By bike. I brought a picnic, and ate it at km6. The end goal was an area with a whole foods (fun!) And a train station. The idea being that I would eat the rest of my picnic (what rest), top up my water, and bike home or admit defeat and take the train.
Somehow I'm eating $11 worth of buffet. So I'm going to bike home.
Those people we know who are doing a long distance ride are brave or foolish or a little of both.
Also, I will not run 5k tonight
If that's from Whole Foods, that's really only about a cup of food. :P
Good for you for running on Saturday. After all that biking I wouldn't think you should run today, either.
Yesterday I chased my kids around for hours, outside. Today, since one was sick we mostly stayed at home (not much chasing needed). We'll see what tomorrow brings.
Post by: okits on August 21, 2017, 02:56:29 PM
In January my scales read 250.2 pounds. That was the day I decided I wasn't going any higher.
My scales will never read that high again. I started an 1800 calorie diet and from time to time will walk. I have bought a used bike, but have only ridden it once. I am in on this challenge and will give periodical updates as a form of accountability. This may be the jump start I need to finish off my weight loss goal of being under 200 pounds. I presently weigh 218.8 pounds.
Super impressive, Vintage509! I am experimenting with keeping an exercise journal (paper notebook). Strange, but even though I'm the only one who sees it I do find it helps with holding me accountable.
Post by: ElleFiji on August 21, 2017, 05:43:50 PM
In January my scales read 250.2 pounds. That was the day I decided I wasn't going any higher.Yay Vintage! You can use that bike. Bikes are fun.
My scales will never read that high again. I started an 1800 calorie diet and from time to time will walk. I have bought a used bike, but have only ridden it once. I am in on this challenge and will give periodical updates as a form of accountability. This may be the jump start I need to finish off my weight loss goal of being under 200 pounds. I presently weigh 218.8 pounds.
and yay okits! child wrangling is absolutely exhausting
Post by: lexde on August 22, 2017, 05:35:54 AM
(8/20/17) Push day again! :)(8/19/17) Leg day today. Had to skip a set of romanian deadlifts because I felt like I was wayy overdoing it. Weights were super light but the last time I did a true "leg day" was 4/13/16 according to my app, so I pretty much have had to start from zero. [65#5x5 Squat; 50#2x8 Romanian Deadlift; 50#3x15 Leg Press; 50#3x15 Calf Press.](8/13/17) I'm in. For the first time in almost a year I stepped foot in my gym for day 1. It was embarrassing. It wasn't pretty. I struggled with almost no weight. It was nothing like 2015 when I ate dumbbells for breakfast. But I did it. And I feel "good tired" for the first time in a really long time. I want to make this a habit again, I owe it to myself.(8/16/17) Went in again at 6am before work. Day 2. So sore but so worth it! Pull day.
(8/22/17) Pull day. Went in at 6am and wasn't that crowded, I was shocked. Building a habit!!
Post by: okits on August 22, 2017, 09:33:35 PM
Post by: lexde on August 23, 2017, 11:16:14 AM
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Post by: meadow lark on August 23, 2017, 02:03:25 PM
Vintage - wonderful! Welcome.
Elle - I would also expect to lose 10-40 lbs after that bike ride.
Bicycle - thanks for the cheering!
Post by: Shinplaster on August 23, 2017, 06:11:38 PM
Then did 5 hours of gardening - digging out my daylilies, separating them, replanting and rearranging things. Still have many more hours of work to do, so that will be another day.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 23, 2017, 06:14:12 PM
Post by: Shinplaster on August 23, 2017, 06:17:52 PM
Wow, way to go, Shinplaster!!!!
Thanks Jooni. I'm an out of shape 65 year old grandma, so I felt pretty badass today.
Post by: lexde on August 23, 2017, 07:14:41 PM
(8/16/17) Pull day.
(8/19/17) Leg day.
(8/20/17) Push day again! :)
(8/22/17) Pull day.
(8/23/17) Leg day!
Post by: okits on August 23, 2017, 08:20:07 PM
Walked 1.4km to/from errands, plus whatever else, navigating the shopping mall.
My toddler son feels heavier than before, do I get credit for hoisting a progressively bigger human? :)
Post by: shadowmoss on August 23, 2017, 09:09:39 PM
Post by: lexde on August 24, 2017, 04:27:04 AM
lexde, you are killing it!Thanks so much! This thread was really what I needed to bite the bullet and jump in again. And you definitely get credit for hoisting the ever-growing human!! That takes more energy than the gym for sure!
Walked 1.4km to/from errands, plus whatever else, navigating the shopping mall.
My toddler son feels heavier than before, do I get credit for hoisting a progressively bigger human? :)
Post by: alleykat on August 24, 2017, 05:13:19 AM
Post by: ElleFiji on August 24, 2017, 03:02:39 PM
Tonight I will trudge my backpack to a friend's house
Post by: okits on August 24, 2017, 07:50:28 PM
Alcohol is becoming firmly entrenched in my daily diet (~1/day). I'm not sure this is a battle worth fighting until I am not around my teething, tantrumy darlings around the clock, every day of the week.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on August 24, 2017, 07:55:36 PM
Post by: alleykat on August 25, 2017, 04:19:08 AM
Post by: Jessa on August 25, 2017, 05:53:29 AM
Post by: meadow lark on August 25, 2017, 09:56:42 AM
Post by: meadow lark on August 25, 2017, 07:07:10 PM
I am not sold on the idea of running, so if I start hurting I will quit and do something else.
Post by: lexde on August 25, 2017, 08:48:11 PM
Post by: okits on August 25, 2017, 08:51:47 PM
Okits - there is a lot of research that says it is healthier to drink 1 glass of wine a day than to not. (That all changes when you are talking about 2 or 3 glasses a day, with women at least). Unfortunately my body doesn't love any quantity of alcohol, so I rarely drink, but if itadds to your quality ofhelps you cope with the stress in your life, why not?
I'm going to take this as straight up medical advice. ;)
Seriously, I was cutting out booze to encourage weight loss. Alcohol and junk food are coping mechanisms, and I should be finding other ways to cope until my life improves (i.e. I'm working on changes to make it better, they're just not instantaneous.) Also, I make unhealthy food choices after consuming alcohol.
Post by: meadow lark on August 26, 2017, 12:29:45 PM
Okits - unfortunately alcohol can definitely encourage crappy food consumption! But hey, not as bad as pot, right? (I am all about harm reduction as opposed to abstinence!)
Post by: FrugalZony on August 26, 2017, 10:06:47 PM
Today for the first time in a few days I got out for a walk. We walked over an hour.
It felt good!
The Sawtooth Mountains are so beautiful.
I feel terrible for not even having done Yoga lately.
Post by: happy on August 26, 2017, 10:42:28 PM
Post by: okits on August 26, 2017, 11:19:21 PM
Post by: alleykat on August 27, 2017, 06:27:33 AM
Post by: Jessa on August 27, 2017, 07:27:16 AM
Post by: alleykat on August 27, 2017, 11:35:05 AM
Post by: Cali Nonya on August 28, 2017, 09:35:53 AM
Not quite as bad as starting the first time, but fighting entropy.
Post by: meadow lark on August 28, 2017, 10:01:48 PM
Post by: lexde on August 29, 2017, 05:17:47 AM
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Post by: FrugalZony on September 02, 2017, 08:11:57 PM
I have been doing a few things over the last few days as well, but have not been keeping track, due to lack of internet connection.
Can't claim new daily habits though.
Post by: Jessa on September 03, 2017, 06:51:48 AM
Post by: lexde on September 03, 2017, 08:27:56 AM
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Post by: okits on September 03, 2017, 11:41:49 AM
Been out of town, visiting family, so walking and chasing kids around but not tracking activity. Back at it today. :)
Post by: lexde on September 03, 2017, 04:09:44 PM
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Post by: okits on September 03, 2017, 06:51:23 PM
Will wait until after Labour Day (when daycare is open again!) to get the food and booze consumption more under control.
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 04, 2017, 03:07:55 AM
Post by: ElleFiji on September 04, 2017, 08:27:48 AM
Post by: Freckles on September 04, 2017, 10:06:50 AM
Post by: lexde on September 04, 2017, 11:04:58 AM
I put on running clothesI challenge you to a 15 minute walk outside! Go go go!
Post by: FrugalZony on September 04, 2017, 10:30:10 PM
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 04, 2017, 10:40:59 PM
Post by: okits on September 04, 2017, 11:48:53 PM
Post by: Cali Nonya on September 05, 2017, 10:15:17 AM
I probably just have to tough this through, but it really sucks right now. Any advice?
Post by: Shinplaster on September 05, 2017, 11:47:46 AM
Post by: okits on September 05, 2017, 04:07:17 PM
Hitting a wall at the moment. I know, I know, it's not easy to try to balance diet and exercise. But right now I have lost about 5 pounds, but with happening, I feel like I have lead bricks attached to my limbs when I exercise. Just a total lack of energy, (and I am trying to avoid the temptation for sugary treats to help perk me up).
I probably just have to tough this through, but it really sucks right now. Any advice?
How long have you been off sugar? If it's been less than 10 days, IME it gets easier.
Post by: Cali Nonya on September 05, 2017, 06:36:12 PM
Walked 5.2km today (some pretty fast, due to tardiness; some wearing bub).Hitting a wall at the moment. I know, I know, it's not easy to try to balance diet and exercise. But right now I have lost about 5 pounds, but with happening, I feel like I have lead bricks attached to my limbs when I exercise. Just a total lack of energy, (and I am trying to avoid the temptation for sugary treats to help perk me up).
I probably just have to tough this through, but it really sucks right now. Any advice?
How long have you been off sugar? If it's been less than 10 days, IME it gets easier.
That would be 0 days without sugar. I'm normally pretty good, but the free stache of cookies at work gets me 1-2 times per week.
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 05, 2017, 07:49:51 PM
Does running down the hallway to my baby whenever he makes even the tiniest noise in his sleep count? No? Okay. Guess I'll take him for a walk later in the afternoon then.
I went for an hour long walk around my neighbourhood. Go me.
Post by: okits on September 05, 2017, 09:06:05 PM
Does running down the hallway to my baby whenever he makes even the tiniest noise in his sleep count? No? Okay. Guess I'll take him for a walk later in the afternoon then.
I went for an hour long walk around my neighbourhood. Go me.
AGREE. Anything is an achievement when you're caring for a baby, round the clock!
Cali Nonya: perhaps resolve to resist the cookies for two weeks and see how you feel then. If you force your body to seek non-sugar energy it might adjust and get used to that.
Post by: FrugalZony on September 05, 2017, 09:42:53 PM
We were pooped. I am so not fit anymore!
After that we did a couple of shorter boardwalk type hikes 1.6 miles and the other I don't remember.
All in all I got some good exercise today, but boy am I out of shape.
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 06, 2017, 04:05:37 AM
Post by: Cali Nonya on September 06, 2017, 11:06:34 AM
I agree. I'm going to try to just maintain where I am at (with my routine exercise) and cut the processed snack and sugar for 2 weeks.
Resisting Free Food is hard though. :)
Post by: Jessa on September 06, 2017, 07:16:45 PM
Cali Nonya, I hear you on the free food issue!
Post by: ElleFiji on September 06, 2017, 07:34:33 PM
Nice work there, Elle! :DHugz!
After that I lay in bed for hours, until I was forced to dress and leave the house. But then I walked/ran that night on the treadmill. I'm going to do that again, so that I survive the 5k on Saturday
Post by: okits on September 06, 2017, 07:55:32 PM
Walked 1.8km for errands. Should be more, tomorrow.
Wrangled both little troublemakers on my own tonight, while making a nutritious dinner and cleaning up after. Not going to have booze or junk food, though they would sure be helpful with coping with all the adulting!
Post by: ElleFiji on September 06, 2017, 08:23:41 PM
Post by: BiochemicalDJ on September 07, 2017, 07:32:23 AM
... I downloaded a "body weight exercises for women" ebook. I believe I am not capable of doing any of them.A great resource for variations on many bodyweight exercises, and some guidelines about progression, is 'You Are Your Own Gym'. It has variations to make many things easier (or more challenging) as your fitness progresses, with a good guide.
Another variation that uses bars (like a jungle gym) is 'Raising the Bar', for even more variations. But You Are Your Own Gym really opened my eyes to a lot of variations.
Post by: BiochemicalDJ on September 07, 2017, 07:54:13 AM
For any notes on why this exercise record looks odd, it's following the 'Big 5' protocol from the book 'Body By Science' by McGuff and Little. Goal is to either increase time under tension until positive failure, amount of weight lifted, or reduce rest/maintain it at the same level. The workout is a circuit of 5 exercises, designed to be done with as little rest in between as possible.
2017-09-02-
Row- Increased weight by 10% over last week; need to see how I do next workout to gauge progress.
Chest press - Cut rest time by 50% but maintained same time-under tension- counting that as a win.
Pull Down - Cut rest by 50%, increased load by 10%, but lower time under tension (expected.) Still above my target time, so will likely increase load again next workout.
Shoulder Press - Increased weight by 7%, cut rest by 50%, TUT down 17%. Will see what happens next week at same load.
Inclined Leg Press - Cut rest by 50%, maintained weight, increased TUT by 30%. Great success! Scary to be under that much weight, though.
Post by: alleykat on September 07, 2017, 11:56:01 AM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on September 07, 2017, 06:51:10 PM
Today it was finally cool! And rainy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! My whole body was so happy, it started to run and run up the dirt hill!
Post by: okits on September 07, 2017, 11:44:01 PM
Third day in a row without junk food or booze.
Post by: Cali Nonya on September 08, 2017, 03:11:30 PM
Walked 2.9km, 70 mins of yoga.
Third day in a row without junk food or booze.
Three days avoiding anything with processed sugar.
Did have a beer though.
:)
Post by: okits on September 08, 2017, 11:58:57 PM
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 08, 2017, 11:59:51 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on September 09, 2017, 09:49:56 PM
Post by: okits on September 09, 2017, 10:04:20 PM
5k race tonight went really well! I like the night race format and would be up for a similar not too serious race another time. It worked well socially too!
Congratulations!! 🎉
ETA: walked 3.25km today but had alcohol, ice cream, and chocolate.
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 10, 2017, 03:55:50 AM
Only a short walk this morning because it was too sunny. Will have to get out for a longer walk this afternoon.
Aaaand it was pouring with rain for the part of the afternoon when I could have taken the baby out.
Aaaand today the baby's sleep didn't line up with the part of the day when the UV is low enough to go out for a long walk.
Looks like I need to dig out some strength training DVDs.
Post by: BiochemicalDJ on September 11, 2017, 08:23:46 AM
Row- 0% improvement on weight or TUT. Didn't go down, either, but still. Boo.
Chest Press- Dropped TUT by 12%, same weight. Started feeling some painful pings and twinges from an old left shoulder injury, so I backed off it. Not great, but starting physio this week. Hoping to improve it, but a key rule I follow when lifting heavy weights is 'muscle burns are ok, anything sharp/joint related- back it off.'
Pulldown- Increased weight by 9%, dropped TUT by 16%. Next week should hopefully show improvement in TUT, but nothing unexpected here.
Shoulder Press- Increased TUT by 10% on same weight! Woo! Next week, hoping break 90 seconds and then I'll be ready for the next weight increase!
Inclined Leg Press- TUT went down by 20% on same weight (boo) but that was also when rest went down by 67%- so not going to worry too much. I'll start worrying if nothing improves next week.
I know I've been sleeping like crap recently, so that could have an effect on lack of performance. Well, nothing to do but keep going. If enough workouts stall, then I'll have to consider adding more rest days, but we're a bit early in the process for that, I think...
Walked 7.2km but had candy, ice cream, alcohol, and other unnecessary sugar.
Well, that was a 4 day streak sugar free! No small victories.
Post by: Jessa on September 11, 2017, 12:58:18 PM
Post by: Rural on September 11, 2017, 05:59:22 PM
The baby is going to be fine at least for a while - a strain or injury to her back of some sort led to her back legs not working properly last night (they think inflammation was pinching nerves), and a great deal of vomiting because she panicked. Looked very much like a neurotoxin in the initial symptoms, hence the adrenaline that let me lift her.
Yeah, I won't be getting much other exercise for a while. Healing my own strains now. I may steal some muscle relaxers from my dog. :)
Post by: Prairie Gal on September 11, 2017, 07:24:41 PM
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 11, 2017, 09:17:47 PM
Post by: FrugalZony on September 11, 2017, 10:01:29 PM
Today: A couple of short easy hikes (10-20 min) and a longer moderate one (1 hour).
Beautiful views!
Yesterday: Two short 30 min easy hikes
9/9 and 9/8 just exercising chat and laughter muscles with Meadow Lark, oh and walking to the store from the parking lot to get a treat, LOL!
Post by: okits on September 11, 2017, 11:39:01 PM
Yesterday and today I walked 3.3km (going completely different places, so odd it ended up being the same distance.) Tomorrow there will be no drinking. Wednesday there will be no drinking or junk food. I expect crankiness will ensue. 😛
Post by: FrugalZony on September 13, 2017, 08:27:36 PM
Today a couple of short hikes 20-30 Min each. We did a nice offroad drive and stopped at several viewpoints with short walks/hikes
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 13, 2017, 08:33:46 PM
Post by: okits on September 13, 2017, 09:58:16 PM
Yesterday, junk food. Today, booze and junk food. They were stressful days. Hoping the constructive actions I've taken mean tomorrow, etc. will be less stressful (so less eat-y).
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on September 13, 2017, 11:02:17 PM
Yesterday, junk food. Today, booze and junk food.
okits, yours are my most loved reports, lol!!
I'm sorry your last two days were stressy. Bummer.
Walking, junk food, and booze sound like good medicine.
Post by: Rural on September 14, 2017, 07:02:15 AM
Post by: Prairie Gal on September 14, 2017, 07:38:40 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on September 14, 2017, 08:45:34 PM
Kettlebells earlier this week, and yoga is getting more steady
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 14, 2017, 10:15:52 PM
Post by: okits on September 15, 2017, 12:52:58 AM
Post by: Freckles on September 16, 2017, 08:09:08 AM
Post by: Prairie Gal on September 16, 2017, 09:25:11 PM
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 16, 2017, 09:26:06 PM
Post by: okits on September 16, 2017, 10:30:07 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on September 17, 2017, 04:45:53 PM
Post by: okits on September 17, 2017, 07:46:24 PM
I'm doing something, most days. But all inclination to run has disappeared
I had that too, after I had that race in the spring. <shrug>
Walked 3km today. I'm thinking I'm likely to capitulate and fall into the arms of alcohol (and maybe junk food) tonight. Except I was in a change room, today, and those mirrors are cruel, cruel truth tellers.
Post by: Jessa on September 18, 2017, 09:51:59 AM
Post by: ElleFiji on September 19, 2017, 06:47:45 PM
Today was rough. Social stuff and anxiety about everyone hating me, and then on my way home I almost called a number that was deleted from my phone. I tried to cover those feelings with poutine, and since it didn't work, I'll hop on a treadmill or something in the basement once my music downloads.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on September 19, 2017, 06:50:51 PM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on September 19, 2017, 06:52:05 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on September 19, 2017, 08:35:12 PM
((((((ElleFiji))))))You ARE a giant hug.
I'm glad you tried. Can you give your brain a mini vacation tomorrow since you coped so hard today?
Post by: FrugalZony on September 19, 2017, 09:18:47 PM
Yesterday all I could muster was 20 min of Yoga, but it was a driving day, so that's ok.
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on September 19, 2017, 11:14:25 PM
I'm glad you tried. Can you give your brain a mini vacation tomorrow since you coped so hard today?
:) Well, my life is a mini vacation, so yes! But I will also do Step 14 of Buying a House. But no attempts at a pool, just a normal peaceful walk.
Post by: okits on September 19, 2017, 11:37:15 PM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on September 19, 2017, 11:58:37 PM
Post by: okits on September 21, 2017, 08:39:15 PM
Third day without alcohol or junk food.
^ Remember, okits: Folks with babies automatically get extra points! YOU WIN TODAY!!!
Thank you, jooni. :)
Post by: OurTown on September 22, 2017, 12:29:43 PM
Post by: BiochemicalDJ on September 22, 2017, 02:00:05 PM
My shoulder injury is acting up from a car accident earlier this summer, and I've been taught never to resistance-train through a joint pain. As a result, I've suspended my training and started going to physiotherapy and massage therapy with a focus on rehabilitating the shoulder. RIP my progress :(
Post by: ElleFiji on September 23, 2017, 04:50:25 AM
30 minutes elliptical
Heavy weights
Yoga, including headstand
Post by: Jessa on September 23, 2017, 06:38:42 AM
Last night:
30 minutes elliptical
Heavy weights
Yoga, including headstand
So...my brain, for whatever reason, read that last one as "Yoga, including husband." and i was like, whoa, what kind of yoga can you do with your husband? Is it like karma sutra stuff? I got all excited for a second, then re-read and was like, ooooh. that thing where my head blows up, nevermind.
Maybe i've been reading MJ's posts too much...
Post by: alleykat on September 23, 2017, 07:05:52 AM
Post by: ElleFiji on September 24, 2017, 06:05:03 AM
Then yoga
Taking care of myself is starting to be more of a habit, AND I'm noticing signs that I was probably stuck with some dysthymia and didn't notice (now sleeping deeper and waking naturally and alert, housekeeping and grooming are getting better). This is a combo of a tea I started drinking and the exercise working together, and I don't want to underestimate the journaling. Really important that I got out of it before winter or things could be even worse.
I have been walking more everyday. Trying to get to 10k steps. Everyday is different but sometimes I go beyond it.Yay! Making great changes
Lol, but I don't even have a husband. So it would have to be someone else'sLast night:
30 minutes elliptical
Heavy weights
Yoga, including headstand
So...my brain, for whatever reason, read that last one as "Yoga, including husband." and i was like, whoa, what kind of yoga can you do with your husband? Is it like karma sutra stuff? I got all excited for a second, then re-read and was like, ooooh. that thing where my head blows up, nevermind.
Maybe i've been reading MJ's posts too much...
Post by: Shinplaster on September 24, 2017, 12:01:24 PM
Post by: Jessa on September 24, 2017, 06:05:58 PM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on September 24, 2017, 06:36:39 PM
My whole body can feel it. Very cool.
Also: FUN.
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 25, 2017, 01:16:03 AM
Post by: OurTown on September 25, 2017, 09:43:39 AM
Today: Walked to court, then back to office (total 12 blocks).
Post by: FrugalZony on September 25, 2017, 08:23:25 PM
Joon, what circus?
I did 50 min of Yoga today and a short like 30 min hike.
Feel good today!
Post by: ElleFiji on September 25, 2017, 08:40:01 PM
ElleFiji, what kind of tea?It's called hoodia trim, made by Flora, and has garcinia camboga. Bought on impulse, but the tea does seem to be raising my serotonin levels.
Joon, what circus?
I did 50 min of Yoga today and a short like 30 min hike.
Feel good today!
Post by: okits on September 25, 2017, 08:54:59 PM
ElleFiji, what kind of tea?It's called hoodia trim, made by Flora, and has garcinia camboga. Bought on impulse, but the tea does seem to be raising my serotonin levels.
Joon, what circus?
I did 50 min of Yoga today and a short like 30 min hike.
Feel good today!
That name seriously makes me think of lady bits. That's some exciting tea you got there, EF. ;)
Sat: chased kids around for hours
Sun: did 10 wimpy push-ups (my gut touched the floor, but didn't go so low as to touch my nose)
Today: walked a wimpy 1.5km
I'm going to have more free time, starting next week, to pursue more activity. I actually slept seven hours on Sat night (only the second time in 16 months), and had more energy as a result. More sleep, please!
Post by: HappierAtHome on September 26, 2017, 11:56:30 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on September 27, 2017, 08:17:35 PM
Exercise habits are hard.
Post by: Jessa on September 28, 2017, 11:30:25 AM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on September 28, 2017, 11:37:04 AM
Joon, what circus?
They just have circus school (that's what they call it!) for adults now too. Kid used to go to one; now I get to also! Trampolines and silks and unicycles... LOL!!! Facing all the fears, being the worst at everything so far, and loving it!
Post by: OurTown on September 28, 2017, 12:10:38 PM
Post by: ElleFiji on September 28, 2017, 01:49:12 PM
Today I'm cycling.
Post by: Prairie Gal on September 30, 2017, 09:20:55 AM
Post by: joonifloofeefloo on September 30, 2017, 10:52:50 AM
And, you're allowed to not injure a stressed knee via a hike :)
Maybe your very fit son would love some pool time?
Post by: okits on September 30, 2017, 12:32:25 PM
Post by: Jessa on October 01, 2017, 07:50:15 AM
I mean, I must be improving, but it is so slow I can't really notice.
Do you track your workouts in any way? I use the app "Map my Walk" when i go walking, to track both time and distance. I started out at 3 mile walks, and am now doing 5 mile walks. but it also tells me how fast i do them, so i was averaging about 18.5 minutes/mile at the beginning, and yesterday i did about 17.5 minutes/mile. So I'm getting better! But if i didn't have the app tracking me, i wouldn't know, because i still huff and puff and get sore.
Do you have any way to get to a pool? If you have bad knees, biking can be kind of hard on them, but swimming and water aerobics are supposed to be really good exercise with almost no pressure on your weight bearing joints.
Post by: ElleFiji on October 01, 2017, 11:10:58 PM
Yay okits! You have taken the routine part of this seriously. I can't believe your 2 will both be in daycare!
Jessa! You are a speedier sparkle.
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So I'm not seeing results of my exercise in the vain ways I want to, but I'm noticing a link to my mental state and sleep quality which is more important but maybe not as motivating? If I go 2 days without exercise or journalling, the bizarre thoughts worm in. So I've noticed that pattern, and now I can say to myself that there is a reason for these unwelcome thoughts, let's do the things that help.
The other noticeable effect is on my stamina. I hope speed improves, otherwise I may finish my goal triathlon after the course closes.
Post by: ElleFiji on October 04, 2017, 10:41:47 PM
Yesterday I slept 7pm to 9am with a water and journal break.
Today I made it to the dungeon - 15 min of running plus a few weights. Definitely more of a habit. And not burnt out from exercise. Just from adulting. My scale is broken, so tomorrow I'll weigh in at the clinic and compare to last week. I want those big, vain results.
PS, now that I'm exercising, what do I do about my hair? It Hayes daily washing. But exercise = grease pit. Do I just let it be a rat's nest of baby powder? Is this what Instagram girls do?
Post by: okits on October 04, 2017, 11:01:20 PM
Or, rinse and rub scalp with water-only?
I've been walking a fair bit, (easy) yoga once this week, already. Boring, same-old, but I'm doing it.
Post by: Jessa on October 05, 2017, 05:44:01 AM
Getting pregnant is a good motivator to make myself move more. And moving is better than eating vegetables (although i try to do that, too.)
Post by: HappierAtHome on January 06, 2018, 11:31:41 PM
Walked yesterday, walked today :-)
Post by: SciLearner357 on January 07, 2018, 06:31:57 AM
Post by: ElleFiji on January 07, 2018, 09:02:47 PM
Post by: okits on January 08, 2018, 10:15:54 PM
Post by: Jessa on January 09, 2018, 08:50:24 AM
Post by: okits on January 09, 2018, 10:37:41 PM
I went to prenatal yoga last night.
I loved prenatal yoga! The stretching made my third trimester body feel good. Post-natal yoga was good because I could bring bub and use him as a prop. ;)
My non-natal yesterday made my abs sore. That's good, I guess?