Happy Friday!
So far so good. My days typically go fine--I usually feel the most vulnerable at night for some reason. But I think I have been doing pretty good--for the most part. I know I am doing much better then before I started really committing to this. It's funny--because before I would mindlessly eat and drink junk (lots of soda, like Mountain Dew, and chips, cookies, etc). But I never kept track of the junk--I just overloaded and fed my feelings of stress. Ironic thing is that doing that always makes me feel so much worse. Does that make any sense? Now the funny thing is--for the most part I am good--but when I have moments, when I think about wanting something I shouldn't, I feel like one little bite could be the kiss of death--when I was doing a lot more than having a couple bites in the past. I guess because I know if I eat certain things I feel like I may not be able to control myself. But every day I feel a little more in control--because really I am! It's not as if someone force feeds you twinkies! That's a choice! Right?! So if you are craving a twinkie--make a plan for the twinkie (or whatever it is you heart desires). Can anyone relate?
Hey Deanne--I am here! You are just so far ahead of us, you probably wonder where we are when we are still waking up! What kind of weight training are you doing? Are you using dumbells? I need to incorporate some weight training. My water aerobics class does some resistance training that I think helps the muscles. But I probably need to do something more.
Vanessa--Was it hard to start running? You are a super woman! I am inspired reading about your progression. I hope to progress to a place you are at now! Hats off to you! Right now I walk about a mile on the treadmill. I hope to slowly increase my level and how far I am going. I think the hardest part for me is my mind gets bored. I have found that swimming doesn't do that as much--I feel peaceful when I swim. But I want to switch my routine and do the treadmill on my alternate days. I also have two dogs--so as the weather warms up I will be walking them. Actually they will be walking me, that's what usually happens! I know what you mean about bread--I love that stuff. But I have been trying to eat wheat and whole grain options that have more fiber. That white bread is pure sugar in the bloodstream--I am sure you know all that!
Hi brownsuga--So how did you like that body for life? I have looked at some of the books for that program and was really impressed. Everyone in the books looks extremely fit. Do you find the program easy to follow? Where are you located? I see you referred to kilos--so I wondered about that.
I hope everyone is having a great day! Keep posting!