Thursday, February 25, 2010
ROZZIEG WEEK FOUR
2/25/10 So I cant swim. However, i have my own little aerobic routine i do at the pool. I always use the lane next to the edge of the pool. Somehow it feels safer to me to know i can reach out and hold the edge whenever I might need to. When I get there this morning there is someone already swimming in both the outer lanes. 'So should I go home or try to use one of the other lanes?' Did I mention I cant swim? Did i also mention there are no lifeguards at this pool?! So, I get in the second lane. Fear is all in my ear trying to get the best of me. I start my running laps in the pool but i am momentarily afraid that i might slip and fall and not have any safety net, no wall to hang on to. I start out slower than i usually go trying not to let fear cripple me. I am talking to myself about what i have to do. I keep going. "I'm doing it!" I tell myself. eventually the other people left and I moved to an outer lane. But the lesson for me was not to let fear win but to keep going no matter what.
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
PRU - Week 3
Okay … can I keep it real??? This is week three, I’ve added two extra days to my workout regimen, which includes more cardio, and though I am VERY realistic about body changes in terms of time frames, I’m a little salty.
I’m sitting here with a CUTE suit on and … can I be politically “incorrect” … it is still a “coochie cutter”! What the heck?!!! I reasoned that it was simply because it’s fresh out the cleaners … um humm … no I just gotta work harder. On the bright side, my stomach no longer lingers beyond the waistband … so I guess that’s encouraging. Right?
I know that may be TMI for some of you, but I wanted to share my struggles as I embark on this journey. For those of you who feel like you’ve been going hard for a few weeks to no avail … STOP THE MADNESS … time is on our side. We just have to stay focused and stick to the program.
This suit will be my “reference point” for success from here on out. The moment it fits me like it was tailor made for my body, will be a pivotal point for me in this journey. Not the end-all-be-all, but a major milestone.
I have to be honest with myself and hold back on the mamba’s (candy for those of you that don’t know), the triscuits and the champagne. This will take some serious “mind bootcamp", but if I want to “truly” lose the 20lbs I’ve been shooting for the past 4 yrs … I've gotta do “all” the work not just the workout.
And that's keeping it real!
I’m sitting here with a CUTE suit on and … can I be politically “incorrect” … it is still a “coochie cutter”! What the heck?!!! I reasoned that it was simply because it’s fresh out the cleaners … um humm … no I just gotta work harder. On the bright side, my stomach no longer lingers beyond the waistband … so I guess that’s encouraging. Right?
I know that may be TMI for some of you, but I wanted to share my struggles as I embark on this journey. For those of you who feel like you’ve been going hard for a few weeks to no avail … STOP THE MADNESS … time is on our side. We just have to stay focused and stick to the program.
This suit will be my “reference point” for success from here on out. The moment it fits me like it was tailor made for my body, will be a pivotal point for me in this journey. Not the end-all-be-all, but a major milestone.
I have to be honest with myself and hold back on the mamba’s (candy for those of you that don’t know), the triscuits and the champagne. This will take some serious “mind bootcamp", but if I want to “truly” lose the 20lbs I’ve been shooting for the past 4 yrs … I've gotta do “all” the work not just the workout.
And that's keeping it real!
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
ROZZIEG WEEK FOUR
2/23/10 I cant beleive that this is week 4! I am still alive! And actually kind of proud of myself. Maybe I can do this after all!
Last week I found some old pics of myself where I had lost 77lbs after doing Jenny Craig. I was much smaller but there was no muscle tone. Hopefully this time will be different!At 49, i am the most active I have been in my life.
But something else has crossed my mind....what if I really do this and lose the weight? its strange but psychologically will i be ready to be a smaller person? I remembver when I lost the weight befroe, i still looked for my old larger size in the stores...
Last week I found some old pics of myself where I had lost 77lbs after doing Jenny Craig. I was much smaller but there was no muscle tone. Hopefully this time will be different!At 49, i am the most active I have been in my life.
But something else has crossed my mind....what if I really do this and lose the weight? its strange but psychologically will i be ready to be a smaller person? I remembver when I lost the weight befroe, i still looked for my old larger size in the stores...
Monday, February 22, 2010
Dana Second Post
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
So my Manager was in town to work with my counterpart and at the last minute decided to have dinner with me, so I missed out on training tonight with Dre. This is gonna sound crazy but I’m not sure but deep down I kind of psyched. OK so I know I’m not supposed to be that happy about missing working out but I’m tired. Seriously, I am physically burnt.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Dre is going to kick my butt. I didn’t work out today either. I was so planning on it. I was supposed to be in Dallas and I was going to work out there but I got stranded in the airport. I ended up at my parent’s house in KC and was worn out.
Friday, February 12, 2010
OK, I’m back at it. Today I went on a 5-mile hike with my mother and a 70lb standard poodle. This was such a good cardio day. I didn’t think trying to control a dog was going to be so intense. By the time we made it home, I was dripping with sweat. I am definitely feeling good. Even though it wasn’t planned that little break from working out helped me in the long run. My mind is right. Now if I could only get my eating under control. That really is my biggest problem. But one issue at a time. Tomorrow is a new day.
Saturday, February 13, 2010
OMG…I went swimming today. I haven’t been in a pool swimming laps since I was on swim team in high school. I forgot how much of a workout it is. It literally works every muscle in your body and I was out of breath. I even had my Mom time me doing my laps. I was scared there for a second because she said I took 1 ½ minutes to complete 50 yards. Now, I know I’m not Dara Torres but I’m not that slow. I actually timed myself and got my best time at 27 seconds. Not bad!!! I will definitely be adding swimming back into my workout. It’s a very intense work out but not so stressful on the body.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Another hike…nothing to exciting.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Day of Rest!!! Actually I should have pushed myself to do something because I could have worked out. I haven’t done a lot of weights in the last week so I’m not as tired as I was in the beginning. I’m a little disappointed in myself. Should have pushed myself especially since I missed two days last week.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Boxing is no joke. 60 minutes of cardio and those damn 150lb weight bags. My arms are hurting. But I’m starting to see the benefits. Some of my clothes are feeling looser. Yay!!! Progress!!!
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Treadmill…boring!!! But it counts.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Had my first injury. I twisted my back in class. There was so much pain that I had to leave class early. Not looking good for the kid. Will be taking an Epson salt bath and a muscle relaxer.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Woke up feeling a little better. Back is aching but not as bad as yesterday. I’ll take it easy and just do cardio on the treadmill. I made it through the 60 minutes with out too much of a problem.
Saturday, February 20, 2010
First workout with Dre in 2 weeks. Gonna do Kettlebells. Got my back brace ready. Not a good thing to do with a bad back. When I was doing the swings, I could feel the nerve being pinched. I tried to complete the workout but I knew it was over when Dre kept coming up to me to tell me I was doing it wrong. So I just started do a floor workout with the kettlebells. But I had done some damage, I could tell.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Oh, heckie naw!!! No working out today. My back is completely locked up. Need to make an appointment with the chiropractor.
Monday, February 22, 2010
It’s my day off but my back is still hurting. It’s getting better though. Maybe I’ll be able to get back to it tomorrow.
So my Manager was in town to work with my counterpart and at the last minute decided to have dinner with me, so I missed out on training tonight with Dre. This is gonna sound crazy but I’m not sure but deep down I kind of psyched. OK so I know I’m not supposed to be that happy about missing working out but I’m tired. Seriously, I am physically burnt.
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Dre is going to kick my butt. I didn’t work out today either. I was so planning on it. I was supposed to be in Dallas and I was going to work out there but I got stranded in the airport. I ended up at my parent’s house in KC and was worn out.
Friday, February 12, 2010
OK, I’m back at it. Today I went on a 5-mile hike with my mother and a 70lb standard poodle. This was such a good cardio day. I didn’t think trying to control a dog was going to be so intense. By the time we made it home, I was dripping with sweat. I am definitely feeling good. Even though it wasn’t planned that little break from working out helped me in the long run. My mind is right. Now if I could only get my eating under control. That really is my biggest problem. But one issue at a time. Tomorrow is a new day.
Saturday, February 13, 2010
OMG…I went swimming today. I haven’t been in a pool swimming laps since I was on swim team in high school. I forgot how much of a workout it is. It literally works every muscle in your body and I was out of breath. I even had my Mom time me doing my laps. I was scared there for a second because she said I took 1 ½ minutes to complete 50 yards. Now, I know I’m not Dara Torres but I’m not that slow. I actually timed myself and got my best time at 27 seconds. Not bad!!! I will definitely be adding swimming back into my workout. It’s a very intense work out but not so stressful on the body.
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Another hike…nothing to exciting.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Day of Rest!!! Actually I should have pushed myself to do something because I could have worked out. I haven’t done a lot of weights in the last week so I’m not as tired as I was in the beginning. I’m a little disappointed in myself. Should have pushed myself especially since I missed two days last week.
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Boxing is no joke. 60 minutes of cardio and those damn 150lb weight bags. My arms are hurting. But I’m starting to see the benefits. Some of my clothes are feeling looser. Yay!!! Progress!!!
Wednesday, February 17, 2010
Treadmill…boring!!! But it counts.
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Had my first injury. I twisted my back in class. There was so much pain that I had to leave class early. Not looking good for the kid. Will be taking an Epson salt bath and a muscle relaxer.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Woke up feeling a little better. Back is aching but not as bad as yesterday. I’ll take it easy and just do cardio on the treadmill. I made it through the 60 minutes with out too much of a problem.
Saturday, February 20, 2010
First workout with Dre in 2 weeks. Gonna do Kettlebells. Got my back brace ready. Not a good thing to do with a bad back. When I was doing the swings, I could feel the nerve being pinched. I tried to complete the workout but I knew it was over when Dre kept coming up to me to tell me I was doing it wrong. So I just started do a floor workout with the kettlebells. But I had done some damage, I could tell.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Oh, heckie naw!!! No working out today. My back is completely locked up. Need to make an appointment with the chiropractor.
Monday, February 22, 2010
It’s my day off but my back is still hurting. It’s getting better though. Maybe I’ll be able to get back to it tomorrow.
PRU - week 3
Hey all ... just finished my Monday Bootcamp ... all I can say is what a workout! I'm sure my arms will thank me later on down the road, but right now they just wanna "holla".
Treadmill tomorrow ... oh joy. Just focusing with the end in mind. Gotta do this.
Treadmill tomorrow ... oh joy. Just focusing with the end in mind. Gotta do this.
Friday, February 19, 2010
Week 2:
Today im feeling pretty good! Yesterday I was worn out ... this is the first week since being on the D3 challenge team that I've worked out 4 "straight" days in a row.
Started treadmill workout on Tuesday/Thurs. Whew ... feels like I've never run before in my life! Oh well. Two mile runs to start, goal is to get to 5 miles by July. Pray for me.
Started treadmill workout on Tuesday/Thurs. Whew ... feels like I've never run before in my life! Oh well. Two mile runs to start, goal is to get to 5 miles by July. Pray for me.
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