BLOGS
Body – I notice my strength, stamina, and overall physical appearance are continuing to improve! I have already gotten comments from friends on how different I look! Something’s going right lol! But I also notice that some areas are shrinking more than others and that kind of frustrates me! I have a feeling that it is due to my nutrition, so that will be outlined as my goal further below.
Learning: I continue to learn the importance of nutrition. Unfortunately, I have been slacking in this department for the past 2 weeks. Now before you grimace at me (hahaha) it hasn’t been that bad. Not necessarily junk food, but more like portion control and missing meals =( Not trying to make excuses but sometimes at work when things start to pick up, I’m either stuck in a meeting far longer than planned or with a student for more than I planned. So because of this I haven’t been having the healthiest snacks (i.e. pretzels, candy) because I am so hungry by the time I get out my situation that I’d eat my stapler if I could lol. I then notice that this affects me for the rest of the day (what I eat, how I feel, etc). I also haven’t been consistent with grocery shopping meaning I have had to eat out more often. So not only has my body taken a hit, but my wallet as well.
Observation: I’ve noticed that my lack of time management the past 2 weeks has been detrimental to my nutrition. I have been struggling with food for the past 2 weeks and it is also dampering my mood. However, my exercise has not been affected and I continue to grow in this area. I just want a balance between the two because I know this will be pertinent to overall success!
Goals: My goal is to get back on track with nutrition and make time to get this intact. I will also get back to using my fitness pal tracker since I haven’t used it in 2 weeks!
Setting next weeks goals: For now…I am going to continue to focus on nutrition, talking more with my coach, and making more time for food planning.
Monday, September 26, 2011
Sunday, September 18, 2011
By far....the toughest week :-/
Body - Oh my....my body was not ok AT ALL this week. I was physically and emotionally drained from moving into my new place, getting close to 5 hours of sleep each night, and other personal stuff. My energy levels were non existent and I did what I could, but in my heart I knew it wasn't enough.
Learning - The importance of having a healthy balance between sleep, nutrition, and capability. Although this week was not a good one, I realized that more weeks like this may happen and i have to be better prepared.
Observation - My bootcamp family really has helped me push more than ever and I thank them all for it. I try mu best not only for me, but for everyone else that is on this journey :)
Goal - to continue bettering my eating habits and always taking on just one more rep or more weight!
Set next weeks goals! Do a clap push up and more sleep. I'm going to practice doing the clap push ups and I'm going to get my @$$ to bed sooner!!!
Learning - The importance of having a healthy balance between sleep, nutrition, and capability. Although this week was not a good one, I realized that more weeks like this may happen and i have to be better prepared.
Observation - My bootcamp family really has helped me push more than ever and I thank them all for it. I try mu best not only for me, but for everyone else that is on this journey :)
Goal - to continue bettering my eating habits and always taking on just one more rep or more weight!
Set next weeks goals! Do a clap push up and more sleep. I'm going to practice doing the clap push ups and I'm going to get my @$$ to bed sooner!!!
Sunday, September 11, 2011
Off to the West Coast...but keeping close to my East Coast bootcamp!
B.L.O.G.S.
Body – I continue to feel the changes in my body. It is amazaing how quickly my body adapts to the changes I am instilling. I also noticed that my body also reacts when I revert to old behaviors. This past weekend I went to a really good friends wedding in New Mexico. It was your typical yummy stuff....wine, red meat, mash potatoes, shrimp, and wedding cake (red velvet to be exact). And yes...I ate it all! My body was not too happy. I noticed that I felt uncomfortable, heavy, had heartburn, and my stamina was NOT there. My solution....extra cardio and back to my healthy eating ways this week!
Learning – I am learning the true power of self talk. When I feel tired or that I just can't give my all...my stern inner voice kicks in! She won't let me give up and I push through once I realize my potential and invision my golden finish line :) I am also learning the importance of stopping myself when I reach failure (in other words...when I just can't do that last rep or I do it sloppy). It's better to complete a move successfully then half-assed lol
Observations – I would have to say how tough it really is to eat out and COMPLETELY be healthy. Being out of town this weekend and out of my element, I found it hard to try and get in my usual fruits and veggies because I had no idea where I was half the time and if it really is "healthy" how places claim. However, it is not impossible and you just really have to ask questions (how is it cooked, etc) and read the fine print.
Goals – As always my goal is to get in shape by building my stamina, increasing my weights, and practicing correct form. I truly do believe they all go hand in hand...so working on one will help out with the other.
Set next weeks goals – My goal is to still get some sleep. This will be the first weekend that I will not be traveling so I plan on being very nice to myself and just relaxing. After working out of course :)
Body – I continue to feel the changes in my body. It is amazaing how quickly my body adapts to the changes I am instilling. I also noticed that my body also reacts when I revert to old behaviors. This past weekend I went to a really good friends wedding in New Mexico. It was your typical yummy stuff....wine, red meat, mash potatoes, shrimp, and wedding cake (red velvet to be exact). And yes...I ate it all! My body was not too happy. I noticed that I felt uncomfortable, heavy, had heartburn, and my stamina was NOT there. My solution....extra cardio and back to my healthy eating ways this week!
Learning – I am learning the true power of self talk. When I feel tired or that I just can't give my all...my stern inner voice kicks in! She won't let me give up and I push through once I realize my potential and invision my golden finish line :) I am also learning the importance of stopping myself when I reach failure (in other words...when I just can't do that last rep or I do it sloppy). It's better to complete a move successfully then half-assed lol
Observations – I would have to say how tough it really is to eat out and COMPLETELY be healthy. Being out of town this weekend and out of my element, I found it hard to try and get in my usual fruits and veggies because I had no idea where I was half the time and if it really is "healthy" how places claim. However, it is not impossible and you just really have to ask questions (how is it cooked, etc) and read the fine print.
Goals – As always my goal is to get in shape by building my stamina, increasing my weights, and practicing correct form. I truly do believe they all go hand in hand...so working on one will help out with the other.
Set next weeks goals – My goal is to still get some sleep. This will be the first weekend that I will not be traveling so I plan on being very nice to myself and just relaxing. After working out of course :)
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Labor Day weekend blog...oh my!!!
B.L.O.G.S.
Body – My body feels better and better each time I workout. I already notice a difference even though I don’t really weight myself (and refuse to until I have to)! I am noticing that my stamina is picking up and it is such a great feeling. This also serves as a reminder that the harder I push, the better my body will get J
Learning – I am learning not to be so hard on myself. When I first started my fitness journey, I was scolding myself for certain things. However, I am a very positive person and I realized quickly that I was not being fair to myself. I am also learning what my body is capable of doing and how it adapts to what I do to it. I’ve also learned that ensuring I have my protein and carb before and after my workouts makes them that much more intense!
Observations – I have always been the type of person that when I set my mind to something, I get it done. I realize that my main focus for the days and highlight as well, has been my workout time. I schedule my eating times around it, prepare my self for the day around my workout, and light up and feel PUMPED up as soon as I walk into the gym or Bootcamp. So invigorating!
Goals – My goal has been and still will be to get back into shape. Once upon a time, I was where I wanted to be, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I am working harder than ever to get that back. My action plan continues to be to give my all, push even when it gets tough and I feel like I can’t, and envision my end result constantly.
Set next weeks goals – To get more sleep! I have been so busy with work, traveling, and me stuff that I am forgetting to get those precious to 7-8 hours of sleep.
Body – My body feels better and better each time I workout. I already notice a difference even though I don’t really weight myself (and refuse to until I have to)! I am noticing that my stamina is picking up and it is such a great feeling. This also serves as a reminder that the harder I push, the better my body will get J
Learning – I am learning not to be so hard on myself. When I first started my fitness journey, I was scolding myself for certain things. However, I am a very positive person and I realized quickly that I was not being fair to myself. I am also learning what my body is capable of doing and how it adapts to what I do to it. I’ve also learned that ensuring I have my protein and carb before and after my workouts makes them that much more intense!
Observations – I have always been the type of person that when I set my mind to something, I get it done. I realize that my main focus for the days and highlight as well, has been my workout time. I schedule my eating times around it, prepare my self for the day around my workout, and light up and feel PUMPED up as soon as I walk into the gym or Bootcamp. So invigorating!
Goals – My goal has been and still will be to get back into shape. Once upon a time, I was where I wanted to be, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I am working harder than ever to get that back. My action plan continues to be to give my all, push even when it gets tough and I feel like I can’t, and envision my end result constantly.
Set next weeks goals – To get more sleep! I have been so busy with work, traveling, and me stuff that I am forgetting to get those precious to 7-8 hours of sleep.
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Weekone...DONE!!!
I must say...I am really excited and proud of not only myself...but everyone else in the Bootcamp test group. I bring the energy for myself and for everyone around me. I hope you all feel it lol :)
I cannot wait to see what will become of all of us...we have so much potential and drive! We rock!
I cannot wait to see what will become of all of us...we have so much potential and drive! We rock!
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