It never fails and apparently I never learn....if I eat Chinese food for dinner I become comatose afterwards! UGH! Here's a recap:
Breakfast: Whole wheat English muffin w/ turkey sausage and fat free cheese w/ Banana (6pts)
Snack: Pear (0pts)
Lunch: Healthy Choice Thai style Chicken w/ WW Yogurt (7pts)
Snack: 100 Calorie Chocolate Cupcakes (3pts)
Dinner: Sweet and Sour Chicken w/ Fried Rice and Egg Roll (40pts)
Snack: Edy's Fat Free/Sugar Free Frozen Yogurt w/ Coolwhip and Choc. chip cookie (8pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 42
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 5
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 44
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 15
Activity Points Earned (Week): 21 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 0 (Swapped 6 for bonus points on Tuesday)
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points.
So I used up 20 bonus/activity points on Friday. Not too terrible but that Chinese food while delicious always makes me super tired!! Are you sure they don't use MSG? LOL I passed out on my bed laying sideways with my work clothes still on! Whoops! Missed my Day 2 workout....the unfortunate side of that is having to push week 7 out another day. UGH! Oh well it was my own fault. Drink lots of water today w/ a little extra fiber tossed in and we are good!
I hope you have a wonderful New Years and that you set some reasonable goals for yourself in 2012! Make this year about YOU! I know I will be!
Here's to a great end to 2011 and wishing you all the best in the year to come!! Until then kids....
The one and only,
K
Saturday, December 31, 2011
Friday, December 30, 2011
Beginners Yoga....Ma'am can you slow down for a minute?
Ok so for Christmas Mac got me a Beginners Yoga DVD set (thank you!) because I've been hollerin' that I want to start getting into Yoga. I mean Colene got all thin doing it, maybe it can add to my insanity workouts....certainly can't hurt, right? More details to follow...but as usual we interrupt this program for a recap:
Breakfast: Jimmy Dean Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl & Banana (6pts)
Snack: Pear (0pts)
Lunch: Tuscan Chicken Salad - Life Cafe w/ WW Yogurt (12pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Dinner: Spaghetti w/ extra lean ground turkey marinara and a roll (18pts)
Snack: Protein Brownie (post workout) -
Extra Bite: Banana (0pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 38
Points Remaining: 4
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 6
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 21 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 15 (Swapped 6 for bonus points on Tuesday)
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points.
A quick note about my food intake, as you can see I did not allocate any points for my protein brownie. This is like the Muscle Milk drink I sometimes take post workout. I don't log points for these because they are a necessary part of my workout recovery and I refuse to allocate any points to something I need vs. a "luxury".
My workout today comes from Week 7 Day 1 of Inferno Standard. After a 21 minute cardio start we begin with jump squats (my least favorite) followed by dumbbell squats and then regular squats, repeat 3 times (10, 10, 8 reps) Then alternating lunges x 3 sets of 10, 10, 8 reps using 2 different weight sets, ending with a shoulder overhaul (shoulder press, backwards arm circles, lateral raises and shrugs). Finishing up with Abs and plank elbow w/ leg raise, bicycles and standard crunches w/ a exercise ball. Overall a decent workout. I hate leg days...just sayin.
So back to the Yoga DVD experience. I put in the DVD having no clue how long each segment is (turns out they are about 20 minutes each) and I start the first segment. Now when you read the label it says "BEGINNERS"...this to me says they should be taking it slowly through each pose, repeating and making sure you know what you are doing. Yeah, not so much. Apparently even as a beginner you should have a working knowledge of the basics. UGH! This lady was just flowing on through the poses like I know what I'm doing (remembers Dancing w/ the Stars DVD...oh lawd), "breathe in, and exhale, push down, breath in, exhale, downward dog, inhale, hold it, knee forward, cobra, exhale, left leg straight, proud warrior, arms up, inhale head back, feel the stretch, cat and cow, exhale and we're done!" Um ma'am, could you slow down for a minute? I can't even remember when I'm supposed to exhale....goodness! Now she was kind enough to state at the end of the segment "you will get better with repetition"...thank the good Lord it's a DVD where we have rewind....20 minutes later. And to boot, WW only gives you 1 Activity point for 20 minutes of Yoga....really? I was sweating after that bit and I get 1 point....LAME!
Anyway, it was a good day and I have fully recovered (weight wise) from my Christmas binge and all should be well on weigh-in day next week! Tomorrow is Day 2 of Week 7 as I continue my 6 day blitz to stay on plan. I really can't wait for Week 9...it's an active rest week...praise be to God, halleloo! Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Breakfast: Jimmy Dean Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl & Banana (6pts)
Snack: Pear (0pts)
Lunch: Tuscan Chicken Salad - Life Cafe w/ WW Yogurt (12pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Dinner: Spaghetti w/ extra lean ground turkey marinara and a roll (18pts)
Snack: Protein Brownie (post workout) -
Extra Bite: Banana (0pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 38
Points Remaining: 4
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 6
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 21 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 15 (Swapped 6 for bonus points on Tuesday)
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points.
A quick note about my food intake, as you can see I did not allocate any points for my protein brownie. This is like the Muscle Milk drink I sometimes take post workout. I don't log points for these because they are a necessary part of my workout recovery and I refuse to allocate any points to something I need vs. a "luxury".
My workout today comes from Week 7 Day 1 of Inferno Standard. After a 21 minute cardio start we begin with jump squats (my least favorite) followed by dumbbell squats and then regular squats, repeat 3 times (10, 10, 8 reps) Then alternating lunges x 3 sets of 10, 10, 8 reps using 2 different weight sets, ending with a shoulder overhaul (shoulder press, backwards arm circles, lateral raises and shrugs). Finishing up with Abs and plank elbow w/ leg raise, bicycles and standard crunches w/ a exercise ball. Overall a decent workout. I hate leg days...just sayin.
So back to the Yoga DVD experience. I put in the DVD having no clue how long each segment is (turns out they are about 20 minutes each) and I start the first segment. Now when you read the label it says "BEGINNERS"...this to me says they should be taking it slowly through each pose, repeating and making sure you know what you are doing. Yeah, not so much. Apparently even as a beginner you should have a working knowledge of the basics. UGH! This lady was just flowing on through the poses like I know what I'm doing (remembers Dancing w/ the Stars DVD...oh lawd), "breathe in, and exhale, push down, breath in, exhale, downward dog, inhale, hold it, knee forward, cobra, exhale, left leg straight, proud warrior, arms up, inhale head back, feel the stretch, cat and cow, exhale and we're done!" Um ma'am, could you slow down for a minute? I can't even remember when I'm supposed to exhale....goodness! Now she was kind enough to state at the end of the segment "you will get better with repetition"...thank the good Lord it's a DVD where we have rewind....20 minutes later. And to boot, WW only gives you 1 Activity point for 20 minutes of Yoga....really? I was sweating after that bit and I get 1 point....LAME!
Anyway, it was a good day and I have fully recovered (weight wise) from my Christmas binge and all should be well on weigh-in day next week! Tomorrow is Day 2 of Week 7 as I continue my 6 day blitz to stay on plan. I really can't wait for Week 9...it's an active rest week...praise be to God, halleloo! Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
A Message From Your Team at Weight Watchers.....
So today was weigh-in day (ok technically Monday was, but I needed to do some detox first! LOL) Here are the results:
Starting Weight on WW: 209.0lbs
Today's Weight: 199.2lbs
Difference: -9.8lbs
So I updated this on my WW app and I get the following message:
"You gained a bit this week. It's ok gaining is part of the process! Look back over your week and find out what you can improve upon this week."
Something to that effect....but it's nice to know that gaining is part of the process. LOL. One thing I am confused about...I gained a pound but they increased my daily target by 1 point! Wait...if I gained, shouldn't I get lower points or stay the same? Confusing but ok.
I am happy to say that I am back on the wagon and hitting it full force now! I have completed Week 6 of Inferno Standard and will start Week 7 tomorrow. I decided to continue my week 6 workouts since I only had 2 remaining vs. starting the week over and being behind! I feel good about that decision. Ran another 3 miles this evening and burned almost 500 calories....it was a good run!
No food recap today I apologize but I did stay on plan with all of my meals! Everything should get back to normal tomorrow. I have a lot going on in my mind at the moment and can't really focus to well. Stay tuned for normalcy coming soon! :-)
Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Starting Weight on WW: 209.0lbs
Today's Weight: 199.2lbs
Difference: -9.8lbs
So I updated this on my WW app and I get the following message:
"You gained a bit this week. It's ok gaining is part of the process! Look back over your week and find out what you can improve upon this week."
Something to that effect....but it's nice to know that gaining is part of the process. LOL. One thing I am confused about...I gained a pound but they increased my daily target by 1 point! Wait...if I gained, shouldn't I get lower points or stay the same? Confusing but ok.
I am happy to say that I am back on the wagon and hitting it full force now! I have completed Week 6 of Inferno Standard and will start Week 7 tomorrow. I decided to continue my week 6 workouts since I only had 2 remaining vs. starting the week over and being behind! I feel good about that decision. Ran another 3 miles this evening and burned almost 500 calories....it was a good run!
No food recap today I apologize but I did stay on plan with all of my meals! Everything should get back to normal tomorrow. I have a lot going on in my mind at the moment and can't really focus to well. Stay tuned for normalcy coming soon! :-)
Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Oh Christmas....what have you done?
Well it is back to the grind and back to reality this week folks! I had a truly fantastic holiday with my family and enjoyed SOOOOO much great food! Christmas really is not the time to be watching your figure. LOL. I had everything from Brisket to Sausage Balls to cheesecake to fudge to chicken fingers to cake and back again....oh my stars! It was delicious and I have 0 regrets. Instead of worrying about how well I didn't do, I am looking at the week ahead and how to recover and get back in the zone!
I jumped on the scale this morning and thought "Oh Christmas, what have you done to me!!?" Not a pretty sight I can assure you. Albeit the majority of it is water retention from the hoards of sodium I took in this weekend (a lot of beef jerky! LOL) So today is all about drinking water, water, water!!! I'll be back in the gym this evening running myself to death to burn some of these excess calories off and get back on track!
I hope you had a wonderful holiday and enjoyed yourself a little or a lot! Remember, life isn't about what you do the minority of the time, it's about what you do the MAJORITY of the time! One weekend of indulgence isn't going to de-rail my whole plan! It's about determination and the discipline to keep going, always look forward never look back.
Stay tuned for a complete update after today. Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
I jumped on the scale this morning and thought "Oh Christmas, what have you done to me!!?" Not a pretty sight I can assure you. Albeit the majority of it is water retention from the hoards of sodium I took in this weekend (a lot of beef jerky! LOL) So today is all about drinking water, water, water!!! I'll be back in the gym this evening running myself to death to burn some of these excess calories off and get back on track!
I hope you had a wonderful holiday and enjoyed yourself a little or a lot! Remember, life isn't about what you do the minority of the time, it's about what you do the MAJORITY of the time! One weekend of indulgence isn't going to de-rail my whole plan! It's about determination and the discipline to keep going, always look forward never look back.
Stay tuned for a complete update after today. Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Saturday, December 24, 2011
And now it's time for a break.....For Christmas!!!
Just a quick FYI - I will not be updating my blog for the next couple of days due to the holiday season! Fear not my faithful following (cuz there are so many! LOL) I will catch you up on all the holiday comings and goings, doings and undoings on Monday!
If you recall the Holidays for me are a free zone....points free and guilt free (honteee)! LOL. I refuse to feel bad for enjoying the holidays. As always MODERATION is the key and avoiding over indulgence! I've worked hard the past several weeks and I plan on eating my "just desserts"! :-)
I wish each of you a VERY Merry Christmas, or whatever you may or may not celebrate and a most Happy New Year!!
See you all on Monday!!!!! Until then kids....
The one and only,
K
If you recall the Holidays for me are a free zone....points free and guilt free (honteee)! LOL. I refuse to feel bad for enjoying the holidays. As always MODERATION is the key and avoiding over indulgence! I've worked hard the past several weeks and I plan on eating my "just desserts"! :-)
I wish each of you a VERY Merry Christmas, or whatever you may or may not celebrate and a most Happy New Year!!
See you all on Monday!!!!! Until then kids....
The one and only,
K
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Murder he wrote......Wednesday Recap (Day 38)
"I committed murder and I think I got away, I'm hiding at my mothers house come get me, right away, right away." (Macy Gray anyone? Colmon or Colene?) More details to come. I finally decided to figure out what day we were on, not sure why I got off track with posting that but we are back on!! Day 38! Here's the recap...
Breakfast: Jimmy Dean Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl (6pts)
Snack: Apple (0pts)
Lunch: Jimmy Johns Beach Club (no mayo or cheese) w/ Chips (13pts)
Snack: None
Dinner: Turkey Burger w/ Fat Free Cheese & Turkey Bacon and (baked) Steak Fries (11pts)
Snack: Muscle Milk - Post workout -
Daily Points Allowance: 41
Total Points Used: 30
Points Remaining: 11
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 10
Activity Points Used (Today): 8 (Swapped for Bonus Point deficit)
Activity Points Earned (Week): 10 (Goal is 25)
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
So let's talk about the blog title for a moment. When I say that I committed murder, what I mean to say is Travis Steffan from Workout Box committed murder, ON MY LEGS! Today was Week 6 Day 1 of Inferno Standard and the first time that they have increased my # of sets from 3 to 4! OH MY STARS! I had to do 4 sets of Jump Squats w/dumbbells, standard squats w/dumbbells and regular squats. The rep counts were 12, 10, 10, 8 for the Jump Squats and Dumbbell Squats and 18 for all four sets of standard squats. This was followed by 4 sets of alternating lunges w/dumbbells in rep counts of 12,10,10,8 done w/ two weight sets. My legs were DEAD at the end of this workout, I could barely make it down the stairs of the gym to go home!! Then of course they had me doing plank elbow raises with leg lifts during abs. I mean I honestly think Travis is INSANE. How do you expect me to run 2 miles for cardio, kill my legs with squats and lunges and then have any amount of energy left to do LEG LIFTS while holding my entire weight up by my elbow??? 30 seconds of Bicycle Crunches and 2 minutes 20 Seconds of standard crunches over a medicine ball rounded out Day 1.
If I learned anything from this workout it was that you cannot get results from doing nothing. Being one of the people who used to sit around and complain about being fat and yo-yo dieting and pretending like I was trying but never seeing real results I can say that you have to get up off the couch, put the fork down and workout! I am a firm believer in Weight Watchers because it keeps my diet in check and I know I have been successful with it. But WW alone won't give you the body you want, for those results you have to work for it and that means getting into a gym or doing some type of hardcore home program. Having a structured workout each day has really helped me improve my effectiveness at the gym. I used to go and run a mile on the treadmill and think I did something. Don't get me wrong....running for a mile is no quick task and is DEFINITELY better than not doing anything! But being able to go to the gym and follow a routine and getting to learn which machines and exercises work which muscles has been a great learning experience for me and the real reason behind my success so far. So yes, while I will continue to gripe and complain about the intensity and at times INSANITY of my workouts from Workout Box, I know that at the end of the day when I step on that scale each Monday and keep seeing a loss, it's working!
I also want to thank everyone who is following my blog. My blog has reached over 700 views since I began just 38 days ago! Thank you guys so much for your motivation and encouragement and the comments! I apparently have a small following in Russia and Germany! LOL. I've had over 100 views from people there as well, so I guess you could say I am world renowned?! :-)
It definitely helped my mood and motivation level to get back in the gym yesterday and I am looking forward to getting in again this evening!!! Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Breakfast: Jimmy Dean Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl (6pts)
Snack: Apple (0pts)
Lunch: Jimmy Johns Beach Club (no mayo or cheese) w/ Chips (13pts)
Snack: None
Dinner: Turkey Burger w/ Fat Free Cheese & Turkey Bacon and (baked) Steak Fries (11pts)
Snack: Muscle Milk - Post workout -
Daily Points Allowance: 41
Total Points Used: 30
Points Remaining: 11
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 10
Activity Points Used (Today): 8 (Swapped for Bonus Point deficit)
Activity Points Earned (Week): 10 (Goal is 25)
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
So let's talk about the blog title for a moment. When I say that I committed murder, what I mean to say is Travis Steffan from Workout Box committed murder, ON MY LEGS! Today was Week 6 Day 1 of Inferno Standard and the first time that they have increased my # of sets from 3 to 4! OH MY STARS! I had to do 4 sets of Jump Squats w/dumbbells, standard squats w/dumbbells and regular squats. The rep counts were 12, 10, 10, 8 for the Jump Squats and Dumbbell Squats and 18 for all four sets of standard squats. This was followed by 4 sets of alternating lunges w/dumbbells in rep counts of 12,10,10,8 done w/ two weight sets. My legs were DEAD at the end of this workout, I could barely make it down the stairs of the gym to go home!! Then of course they had me doing plank elbow raises with leg lifts during abs. I mean I honestly think Travis is INSANE. How do you expect me to run 2 miles for cardio, kill my legs with squats and lunges and then have any amount of energy left to do LEG LIFTS while holding my entire weight up by my elbow??? 30 seconds of Bicycle Crunches and 2 minutes 20 Seconds of standard crunches over a medicine ball rounded out Day 1.
If I learned anything from this workout it was that you cannot get results from doing nothing. Being one of the people who used to sit around and complain about being fat and yo-yo dieting and pretending like I was trying but never seeing real results I can say that you have to get up off the couch, put the fork down and workout! I am a firm believer in Weight Watchers because it keeps my diet in check and I know I have been successful with it. But WW alone won't give you the body you want, for those results you have to work for it and that means getting into a gym or doing some type of hardcore home program. Having a structured workout each day has really helped me improve my effectiveness at the gym. I used to go and run a mile on the treadmill and think I did something. Don't get me wrong....running for a mile is no quick task and is DEFINITELY better than not doing anything! But being able to go to the gym and follow a routine and getting to learn which machines and exercises work which muscles has been a great learning experience for me and the real reason behind my success so far. So yes, while I will continue to gripe and complain about the intensity and at times INSANITY of my workouts from Workout Box, I know that at the end of the day when I step on that scale each Monday and keep seeing a loss, it's working!
I also want to thank everyone who is following my blog. My blog has reached over 700 views since I began just 38 days ago! Thank you guys so much for your motivation and encouragement and the comments! I apparently have a small following in Russia and Germany! LOL. I've had over 100 views from people there as well, so I guess you could say I am world renowned?! :-)
It definitely helped my mood and motivation level to get back in the gym yesterday and I am looking forward to getting in again this evening!!! Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
'Tis the season.....not feeling it! (Tuesday Recap)
I'm kind of in a blah mood today and totally not into the Holiday season at all! I'm not really feeling my workouts either...I've delayed working out the past two days (mainly due to time constraints) but a lack of motivation as well! I've got 4 days left to fit in 4 days! Better get on it....but I need serious motivation! (Sigh) Here's Tuesdays recap:
Breakfast: Tennessee Pride Turkey Sausage Patties w/ 2 Eggo Nutrigrain waffles w/ Splenda & Banana (7pts)
Snack: Apple (0pts)
Lunch: Healthy Choice Balsamic Chicken (7pts)
Snack: Jello-Pudding Sugar Free (2pts)
Dinner: Deweys Pizza & Salad -3 Slices (31pts)
Snack: None
Daily Points Allowance: 41
Total Points Used: 41
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 6
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 40
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 0 (Goal is 25)
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
Clearly I need to get on the Activity bandwagon or I'm going to get behind! Anyone have any motivation? It should motivate me that I fit right into a medium size polo shirt this morning, but I didn't have time to check myself out before I left the house in a rush. I took off my jacket at work and I look pretty decent! :-)
I've got more shopping to do, meeting with a friend tonight, workouts OH MY! There really isn't enough time in the day!! Sorry so short but there isn't a lot to report and I'm kind of blah today so I apologize. Hopefully tomorrow will be better! Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Breakfast: Tennessee Pride Turkey Sausage Patties w/ 2 Eggo Nutrigrain waffles w/ Splenda & Banana (7pts)
Snack: Apple (0pts)
Lunch: Healthy Choice Balsamic Chicken (7pts)
Snack: Jello-Pudding Sugar Free (2pts)
Dinner: Deweys Pizza & Salad -3 Slices (31pts)
Snack: None
Daily Points Allowance: 41
Total Points Used: 41
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 6
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 40
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 0 (Goal is 25)
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
Clearly I need to get on the Activity bandwagon or I'm going to get behind! Anyone have any motivation? It should motivate me that I fit right into a medium size polo shirt this morning, but I didn't have time to check myself out before I left the house in a rush. I took off my jacket at work and I look pretty decent! :-)
I've got more shopping to do, meeting with a friend tonight, workouts OH MY! There really isn't enough time in the day!! Sorry so short but there isn't a lot to report and I'm kind of blah today so I apologize. Hopefully tomorrow will be better! Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Just another manic Monday & Results.....(80's anyone?)
Well it wasn't my fun-day but it was Monday. Here's a recap:
Breakfast: Jimmy Dean Turkey Sausage Bowl w/ Banana (6pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Lunch: Healthy Choice Pineapple Chicken (8pts)
Snack: Blackberries w/ Splenda (0pts)
Dinner: Tip Steak w/ Mashed Potatoes & Mac and cheese (20pts)
Snack: Slice of Yule Log Cake (8pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 41
Total Points Used: 41
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 3
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 46
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 0 (Goal is 25)
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
Mac made a nice dinner last night and bought a Yule Log cake for dessert....yummy! Only had to cut into 3 of my bonus points to fit it in! :-) No workout on Monday, I took a break after I ended Week 5 on Sunday.
Today was WEIGH-IN DAY however and I am very happy to give you the results!
Starting Weight on WW: 209.0lbs
Monday's Weight: 198.2lbs
Difference: -10.8lbs
Starting Weight (Blog): 205.6lbs
Difference: -7.4lbs
I lost 2.8lbs this past week! I finally broke the 200lb mark and I am SO excited!! Now what's ironic...when I first set up Weight Watchers (WW) it gave me my first goal weight of 198.6lbs, but I changed it to 198.0lbs so I had an even number to hit. So Monday when I got on the scale and saw 198.2lbs you can imagine my dismay....LOL. Had I kept it at 198.6lbs I would have hit my first goal weight! UGH! Oh well. I reset all of my goals on WW and began again. They lowered my daily point target to 41 also.
My new goal weight is 178lbs which is a 10% or 20lb loss. That would put me at a total of 31lbs lost if I hit that goal so cross your fingers!!!!
Is anyone ready for Christmas? I still gotta go shopping and fit in my workout this evening!!! It's gonna be busy!! Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Breakfast: Jimmy Dean Turkey Sausage Bowl w/ Banana (6pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Lunch: Healthy Choice Pineapple Chicken (8pts)
Snack: Blackberries w/ Splenda (0pts)
Dinner: Tip Steak w/ Mashed Potatoes & Mac and cheese (20pts)
Snack: Slice of Yule Log Cake (8pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 41
Total Points Used: 41
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 3
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 46
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 0 (Goal is 25)
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
Mac made a nice dinner last night and bought a Yule Log cake for dessert....yummy! Only had to cut into 3 of my bonus points to fit it in! :-) No workout on Monday, I took a break after I ended Week 5 on Sunday.
Today was WEIGH-IN DAY however and I am very happy to give you the results!
Starting Weight on WW: 209.0lbs
Monday's Weight: 198.2lbs
Difference: -10.8lbs
Starting Weight (Blog): 205.6lbs
Difference: -7.4lbs
I lost 2.8lbs this past week! I finally broke the 200lb mark and I am SO excited!! Now what's ironic...when I first set up Weight Watchers (WW) it gave me my first goal weight of 198.6lbs, but I changed it to 198.0lbs so I had an even number to hit. So Monday when I got on the scale and saw 198.2lbs you can imagine my dismay....LOL. Had I kept it at 198.6lbs I would have hit my first goal weight! UGH! Oh well. I reset all of my goals on WW and began again. They lowered my daily point target to 41 also.
My new goal weight is 178lbs which is a 10% or 20lb loss. That would put me at a total of 31lbs lost if I hit that goal so cross your fingers!!!!
Is anyone ready for Christmas? I still gotta go shopping and fit in my workout this evening!!! It's gonna be busy!! Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Life's a "V" and then you....crunch? (2 day recap)
For some reason Chinese food knocks me the freak out! I have a 2 day recap here for you and I apologize but I fell fast asleep after dinner last night and was down for the count....
Saturday:
Breakfast: Jimmy Dean Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl w/ Banana (6pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Lunch: Healthy Choice Chicken Verde (4pts)
Snack; Special K Bar & Banana (2pts)
Dinner: Sweet & Sour Chicken w/ Fried Rice & Egg Roll (38pts)
Snack: Fortune Cookie (1pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 42
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 9
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 30
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 1
Activity Points Earned (Week): 20 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 0
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
Sunday:
Pre-Workout: Muscle Milk -
Breakfast: Ham, Egg & Cheese on a Bagel (15pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Lunch: None
Snack: WW Yogurt (2pts)
Dinner: Tyson Beef Stew Kit w/ Biscuits (17pts)
Snack: Edy's Sugar/Fat Free Frozen Yogurt w/ Bananas & Cool Whip (6pts)
Extra Bite: Edy's Whole Fruit Bar (2pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 42
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 2
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 39
Activity Points Earned (Today): 11
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 31 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 0
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
What a fun two days. Nothing actually exciting, worked both days. Gorgeous weather today!! Hit the gym to finish off Week 5 Day 4! I normally do not workout on Sundays (for both physical and religious reasons) but poor planning and a lack of sleep on my part left me in a bind to keep on schedule. Had a great workout, ran 3 miles and burned almost 500 calories. Took a slower approach this time and completed it in 34 minutes. The remainder of the workout was legs, biceps, triceps and yes Abs!
Today they introduced the "Russian Twist" which is where you take a weighted medicine ball, sit up, feet off the floor and twist your torso from left to right in opposition of the ball....um...yeah not so much. Do I look like Chubby Checker? (don't answer that!) Then they had me doing "V" situps! Huh? I watched the video for this online first and I thought....is this a joke? I mean I coulda had a V-8...Really though!! This is where you lay back, arms stretched out and sit up by bringing your arms and legs together, making your body form a "V" shape while contracting your abs. All I can say is..thank goodness it was only for 25 seconds....whew!! Then a finale of 120 seconds of crunches....I better have a 6 pack when this is over...I'm just sayin....
So I signed up for my first 5K in April. A best gal pal of mine convinced me to sign up with her to motivate both of us...she of course is already fit as you can be, but is always pushing herself to stay in shape and me...well you already know my story, and if you don't....go back to "Day 1" on my blog and catch up! LOL. Luckily my cardio sections are already 3 miles....I just need to hone in the skills to keep up pace and get my endurance in check! I am confident I'll be ready by then!!
Perfect time for a story.....(not necessarily about weight loss, but on topic w/ my 5k challenge)
This same gal pal along with her other half, Mac and myself and some other friends went on vacay to Gulf Shores a few years back. We had the time of our lives!! One day we decided to head over to the "touristy" part of town and see what we could get into. Now keep in mind the night before we had been up pretty late partaking in libations and spirits quite heavily (another reason I no longer drink!) We decide to have lunch at a popular spot called "The Hangout". Being somewhat hungover we ordered the greasiest food we could, including fried pickles! We gorged ourselves on food and drink. That day at The Hangout incidentally there was a radio station set up and holding all sorts of contests, one of which was a "Sack Race"....well my gal pal signed up for it first and then taunted me enough to go sign up too....if for nothing else other than the free t-shirt! Another point of interest, it was about 115 degrees that day and this was an outdoor race! Let's do the math real quick here.....late night of drinking + heavy, greasy lunch + 115 degrees + sack race = NO GOOD! I digress.....she and I end up in the same starting race....as we stand there in the sweltering heat in our BURLAP sacks, just before the announcer says "GO"...she leans over to me and says "I feel like I'm going to throw up"....."GO!!!!" and we are off!!! For a second I wonder if she really will vomit...but my mind is caught up in winning the race....I leap off through the sand hoping she will be ok and hop my way to victory! I don't think she even left the finish line! LOL. I made it through 2 other rounds and finished 3rd overall and all I got was a lousy t-shirt! LOL. Good times and great memories though!!!
Well that's all I have for now...this week begins Week 6 and then of course Christmas....better save those bonus and activity points kids....we are gonna need them for the weekend!!! Until then kids....
The one and only,
K
Saturday:
Breakfast: Jimmy Dean Turkey Sausage Breakfast Bowl w/ Banana (6pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Lunch: Healthy Choice Chicken Verde (4pts)
Snack; Special K Bar & Banana (2pts)
Dinner: Sweet & Sour Chicken w/ Fried Rice & Egg Roll (38pts)
Snack: Fortune Cookie (1pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 42
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 9
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 30
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 1
Activity Points Earned (Week): 20 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 0
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
Sunday:
Pre-Workout: Muscle Milk -
Breakfast: Ham, Egg & Cheese on a Bagel (15pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Lunch: None
Snack: WW Yogurt (2pts)
Dinner: Tyson Beef Stew Kit w/ Biscuits (17pts)
Snack: Edy's Sugar/Fat Free Frozen Yogurt w/ Bananas & Cool Whip (6pts)
Extra Bite: Edy's Whole Fruit Bar (2pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 42
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 2
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 39
Activity Points Earned (Today): 11
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 31 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 0
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
What a fun two days. Nothing actually exciting, worked both days. Gorgeous weather today!! Hit the gym to finish off Week 5 Day 4! I normally do not workout on Sundays (for both physical and religious reasons) but poor planning and a lack of sleep on my part left me in a bind to keep on schedule. Had a great workout, ran 3 miles and burned almost 500 calories. Took a slower approach this time and completed it in 34 minutes. The remainder of the workout was legs, biceps, triceps and yes Abs!
Today they introduced the "Russian Twist" which is where you take a weighted medicine ball, sit up, feet off the floor and twist your torso from left to right in opposition of the ball....um...yeah not so much. Do I look like Chubby Checker? (don't answer that!) Then they had me doing "V" situps! Huh? I watched the video for this online first and I thought....is this a joke? I mean I coulda had a V-8...Really though!! This is where you lay back, arms stretched out and sit up by bringing your arms and legs together, making your body form a "V" shape while contracting your abs. All I can say is..thank goodness it was only for 25 seconds....whew!! Then a finale of 120 seconds of crunches....I better have a 6 pack when this is over...I'm just sayin....
So I signed up for my first 5K in April. A best gal pal of mine convinced me to sign up with her to motivate both of us...she of course is already fit as you can be, but is always pushing herself to stay in shape and me...well you already know my story, and if you don't....go back to "Day 1" on my blog and catch up! LOL. Luckily my cardio sections are already 3 miles....I just need to hone in the skills to keep up pace and get my endurance in check! I am confident I'll be ready by then!!
Perfect time for a story.....(not necessarily about weight loss, but on topic w/ my 5k challenge)
This same gal pal along with her other half, Mac and myself and some other friends went on vacay to Gulf Shores a few years back. We had the time of our lives!! One day we decided to head over to the "touristy" part of town and see what we could get into. Now keep in mind the night before we had been up pretty late partaking in libations and spirits quite heavily (another reason I no longer drink!) We decide to have lunch at a popular spot called "The Hangout". Being somewhat hungover we ordered the greasiest food we could, including fried pickles! We gorged ourselves on food and drink. That day at The Hangout incidentally there was a radio station set up and holding all sorts of contests, one of which was a "Sack Race"....well my gal pal signed up for it first and then taunted me enough to go sign up too....if for nothing else other than the free t-shirt! Another point of interest, it was about 115 degrees that day and this was an outdoor race! Let's do the math real quick here.....late night of drinking + heavy, greasy lunch + 115 degrees + sack race = NO GOOD! I digress.....she and I end up in the same starting race....as we stand there in the sweltering heat in our BURLAP sacks, just before the announcer says "GO"...she leans over to me and says "I feel like I'm going to throw up"....."GO!!!!" and we are off!!! For a second I wonder if she really will vomit...but my mind is caught up in winning the race....I leap off through the sand hoping she will be ok and hop my way to victory! I don't think she even left the finish line! LOL. I made it through 2 other rounds and finished 3rd overall and all I got was a lousy t-shirt! LOL. Good times and great memories though!!!
Well that's all I have for now...this week begins Week 6 and then of course Christmas....better save those bonus and activity points kids....we are gonna need them for the weekend!!! Until then kids....
The one and only,
K
Saturday, December 17, 2011
To Use or Not to Use....That is the question! (Friday Recap)
I would say that I was glad it was Friday but I'm still in my work week, so it doesn't make a difference to me! But I am glad for the weekend and with my grocery shopping and house cleaning out of the way already I can focus on Christmas shopping and relaxing!!! Here's the recap:
Breakfast: Muscle Milk -
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Lunch: Jimmy Johns Turkey & Ham no mayo or cheese w/ chips (12pts)
Snack: WW Yogurt - Mixed Berry (2pts)
Dinner: Bandanas BBQ - Beef & Pork Platter w/ baked beans and coleslaw, garlic toast and donut holes for desert (49pts)
Snack: Jell-O pudding (Post Workout) (2pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 42
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 10
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 39
Activity Points Earned (Today): 6
Activity Points Used (Today): 15
Activity Points Earned (Week): 20 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 0
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
So the question on the table is whether or not it's wise to use the bonus points on the WW program. I say, why not? That's what they are there for and typically I only use a few each week. So last night when I was deciding on dinner I kept that in mind and ending up going with Bandanas BBQ. Now for those of you who have never heard of Bandanas, it is quite tasty and their garlic bread is amazing! Which is the exact point that this meal went from ok to WOAH! LOL. The carbs are really what got me here, that and the protein. I admit that I get a little frustrated with WW that protein is so factored into the points, I mean whoever got fat eating protein? But I get it, it's a formula and everything is accounted for. So the garlic bread and oh yeah, the fried donut holes! Whoops! But they are SOOOOOOO good! Needless to say the meal itself was delicious and as indulgent as it was it only cost me 49 points....I know it SOUNDS like a lot...but for me it was worth it! I did workout afterwards so I soaked up some of the damage with activity points! LOL. I still have 39 bonus points remaining and 1 more workout to complete which will likely give me around 6-7 more activity points, so no worries.
Friday's workout was only to burn 300 calories. I did 25 minutes on the elliptical trainer and bested the guidelines by burning 310! LOL.
It's a nice day outside, despite being cold, but I'm inside at work where it is warm and just finished baking some peanut butter and chocolate chip cookies. (Stares at banana) This may be a long day.....LOL. Today's workout will be Week 5 Day 4 and we will say goodbye to Week 5....that kind of went by fast! Until then kids.....
The one and only,
K
Breakfast: Muscle Milk -
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Lunch: Jimmy Johns Turkey & Ham no mayo or cheese w/ chips (12pts)
Snack: WW Yogurt - Mixed Berry (2pts)
Dinner: Bandanas BBQ - Beef & Pork Platter w/ baked beans and coleslaw, garlic toast and donut holes for desert (49pts)
Snack: Jell-O pudding (Post Workout) (2pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 42
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 10
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 39
Activity Points Earned (Today): 6
Activity Points Used (Today): 15
Activity Points Earned (Week): 20 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 0
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
So the question on the table is whether or not it's wise to use the bonus points on the WW program. I say, why not? That's what they are there for and typically I only use a few each week. So last night when I was deciding on dinner I kept that in mind and ending up going with Bandanas BBQ. Now for those of you who have never heard of Bandanas, it is quite tasty and their garlic bread is amazing! Which is the exact point that this meal went from ok to WOAH! LOL. The carbs are really what got me here, that and the protein. I admit that I get a little frustrated with WW that protein is so factored into the points, I mean whoever got fat eating protein? But I get it, it's a formula and everything is accounted for. So the garlic bread and oh yeah, the fried donut holes! Whoops! But they are SOOOOOOO good! Needless to say the meal itself was delicious and as indulgent as it was it only cost me 49 points....I know it SOUNDS like a lot...but for me it was worth it! I did workout afterwards so I soaked up some of the damage with activity points! LOL. I still have 39 bonus points remaining and 1 more workout to complete which will likely give me around 6-7 more activity points, so no worries.
Friday's workout was only to burn 300 calories. I did 25 minutes on the elliptical trainer and bested the guidelines by burning 310! LOL.
It's a nice day outside, despite being cold, but I'm inside at work where it is warm and just finished baking some peanut butter and chocolate chip cookies. (Stares at banana) This may be a long day.....LOL. Today's workout will be Week 5 Day 4 and we will say goodbye to Week 5....that kind of went by fast! Until then kids.....
The one and only,
K
Friday, December 16, 2011
Honey...I shrunk my....stomach! (Thursday Recap)
So apparently this is becoming a habit of posting recaps the day AFTER. UGH! My days just get away from me and I fall asleep before I get to blog. But I am happy that I am keeping up daily updates, that is very important to my success and my goal! Here's the recap for Thursday:
Breakfast: 2 Eggo Nutrigrain Whole Wheat Waffles w/ Splenda (4pts)
Snack: Apple (0pts)
Lunch: Smart Ones 3 Cheese Ziti (8pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Dinner: BAKED (not fried) Tyson Chicken Fingers w/ Steak Fries (16pts)
Snack: None
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 30
Points Remaining: 12
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 14 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 9
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
I was glad to get back into the breakfast/morning snack routine. Two days of sleeping in and missing breakfast was enough for me. I encourage you to ALWAYS find something to eat for breakfast, the healthier the better. It jump starts your body and metabolism and gets your system burning those calories! I was amazed to see I had 12 points left over yesterday...those Tyson Chicken strips were only 5 points for 2 and I had 5! LOL. The steak fries are only 3 points for 15....HIGHLY recommend...if you bake them, you still get crispy fries but barely any points! I did skip the workout again, not really intending to but my night got away from me and it was much to late to venture out, since I'm trying to get workouts done early and get back on a regular sleep pattern. I'll easily finish up Week 5 today and tomorrow however with a rest day on Sunday before Week 6, no worries friends! I actually kind of like breaking it up, getting in some final workouts right before weigh-in day. I've noticed that the Tuesday following weigh-in day my weight is always lower than my weigh-in day # because I workout on Monday's but not on Sundays and usually not Saturdays, so if I sneak in a workout on Saturday, I might see some lower #'s on the scale on weigh-in day! (Just a theory!)
So I got dressed this morning and for the first time I noticed a big difference in how I looked in my clothes. I could actually SEE my belt as my stomach was no longer hanging over my pants! My love handles (while still there) seem to be shrinking as well and when I turn to my profile view, I don't see a "gut" sticking out! I felt...thin! (er) Hear me when I say that I have a lot more work to do (like about 30lbs more work), but it's such an amazing feeling when you see that you are making progress and you look better, it makes you FEEL better about yourself! It was definitely enough of a motivator for me to finish strong in Week 5 and get jacked up for Week 6! In a sense.....I shrunk my stomach!!! :-)
So that is the deal so far, tonight will be my cardio night and I'm still torn on how I'm going to burn those 300 calories! LOL. Swimming sounds nice, but I never feel like I worked out when I swim, even though I do laps (kind of) and it is a workout. We shall see. Until then kids....
The one and only,
K
Breakfast: 2 Eggo Nutrigrain Whole Wheat Waffles w/ Splenda (4pts)
Snack: Apple (0pts)
Lunch: Smart Ones 3 Cheese Ziti (8pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Dinner: BAKED (not fried) Tyson Chicken Fingers w/ Steak Fries (16pts)
Snack: None
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 30
Points Remaining: 12
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 14 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 9
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
I was glad to get back into the breakfast/morning snack routine. Two days of sleeping in and missing breakfast was enough for me. I encourage you to ALWAYS find something to eat for breakfast, the healthier the better. It jump starts your body and metabolism and gets your system burning those calories! I was amazed to see I had 12 points left over yesterday...those Tyson Chicken strips were only 5 points for 2 and I had 5! LOL. The steak fries are only 3 points for 15....HIGHLY recommend...if you bake them, you still get crispy fries but barely any points! I did skip the workout again, not really intending to but my night got away from me and it was much to late to venture out, since I'm trying to get workouts done early and get back on a regular sleep pattern. I'll easily finish up Week 5 today and tomorrow however with a rest day on Sunday before Week 6, no worries friends! I actually kind of like breaking it up, getting in some final workouts right before weigh-in day. I've noticed that the Tuesday following weigh-in day my weight is always lower than my weigh-in day # because I workout on Monday's but not on Sundays and usually not Saturdays, so if I sneak in a workout on Saturday, I might see some lower #'s on the scale on weigh-in day! (Just a theory!)
So I got dressed this morning and for the first time I noticed a big difference in how I looked in my clothes. I could actually SEE my belt as my stomach was no longer hanging over my pants! My love handles (while still there) seem to be shrinking as well and when I turn to my profile view, I don't see a "gut" sticking out! I felt...thin! (er) Hear me when I say that I have a lot more work to do (like about 30lbs more work), but it's such an amazing feeling when you see that you are making progress and you look better, it makes you FEEL better about yourself! It was definitely enough of a motivator for me to finish strong in Week 5 and get jacked up for Week 6! In a sense.....I shrunk my stomach!!! :-)
So that is the deal so far, tonight will be my cardio night and I'm still torn on how I'm going to burn those 300 calories! LOL. Swimming sounds nice, but I never feel like I worked out when I swim, even though I do laps (kind of) and it is a workout. We shall see. Until then kids....
The one and only,
K
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Here's the story.....of a treadmill? (Wednesday Recap)
Wednesday was my day off from work and it was very relaxing. I also took a day off from the gym after two pretty intense days on Inferno Standard. I'm geared up and ready for Day 3! Here's a recap:
Breakfast: None
Snack: None
Lunch: McDonald's Cheeseburger w/ fries (26pts)
Snack: None
Dinner: Pancakes w/ turkey bacon and egg beaters (12pts)
Snack: 1/2 Cup Edy's Fat Free Frozen Yogurt No Sugar Added (2pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 40
Points Remaining: 2
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 14 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 9
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
So I previously promised you a story from the vaults and was having a difficult time remembering one that was entertaining, but after talking with my boss about some of our past gym follies I came up with a pretty good one! So here you go...
This story goes back nearly 12 years (another story that Julie will appreciate). When I first started working at the gym at the Chase Park Plaza I was totally new to fitness of any kind and pretty much learned everything as I went. Julie was instrumental in teaching me how to use most of the equipment when I was training. One of the most basic pieces of equipment is the treadmill, totally self explanatory and easy to use, right? Well being new to working out sometimes even the most simple of concepts can be complex. I began walking on the treadmill to warm up before my workout. A nice even and steady pace. I'm listening to my CD Walkman (that sounds SO ancient! LOL) and just getting lost in the music...this was back when all the house music and club mixes were the "in" thing. I slowly begin to increase the speed in keeping with the tempo of the music. Eventually I am running at a pretty good clip (probably 5-6mph) and feeling great. After several minutes at this speed I need to take a quick breather, so I jump on either side of the belt so that I could rest. (Note: The treadmill belt is STILL running at 5-6mph) As I catch my breath and prepare to get back on the treadmill, I take a drink of water and hit the next track on the CD. Not really thinking about what I was doing (more caught up in the music) I step onto the treadmill....forgetting that it is still going at 5-6mph...well...as you can imagine I did not remain upright for long...as my other foot hit the moving belt, I was flung off the treadmill backwards and onto the floor. OW! A lady on the elliptical next to me came and shut off the treadmill and of course everyone was asking me if I was ok. I was fine...the only thing that really got hurt was my dignity...I was very embarrassed! Needless to say I was done with the treadmill at that point. Ever since then I've always hit the "PAUSE" button on the treadmill BEFORE I step off the belt!
Ah the pains we endure trying to lose weight...what fun! Well today will be Day 3 of Week 5...all I have to do is burn 300 calories...should be easy! Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Breakfast: None
Snack: None
Lunch: McDonald's Cheeseburger w/ fries (26pts)
Snack: None
Dinner: Pancakes w/ turkey bacon and egg beaters (12pts)
Snack: 1/2 Cup Edy's Fat Free Frozen Yogurt No Sugar Added (2pts)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 40
Points Remaining: 2
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 0
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 14 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 9
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
So I previously promised you a story from the vaults and was having a difficult time remembering one that was entertaining, but after talking with my boss about some of our past gym follies I came up with a pretty good one! So here you go...
This story goes back nearly 12 years (another story that Julie will appreciate). When I first started working at the gym at the Chase Park Plaza I was totally new to fitness of any kind and pretty much learned everything as I went. Julie was instrumental in teaching me how to use most of the equipment when I was training. One of the most basic pieces of equipment is the treadmill, totally self explanatory and easy to use, right? Well being new to working out sometimes even the most simple of concepts can be complex. I began walking on the treadmill to warm up before my workout. A nice even and steady pace. I'm listening to my CD Walkman (that sounds SO ancient! LOL) and just getting lost in the music...this was back when all the house music and club mixes were the "in" thing. I slowly begin to increase the speed in keeping with the tempo of the music. Eventually I am running at a pretty good clip (probably 5-6mph) and feeling great. After several minutes at this speed I need to take a quick breather, so I jump on either side of the belt so that I could rest. (Note: The treadmill belt is STILL running at 5-6mph) As I catch my breath and prepare to get back on the treadmill, I take a drink of water and hit the next track on the CD. Not really thinking about what I was doing (more caught up in the music) I step onto the treadmill....forgetting that it is still going at 5-6mph...well...as you can imagine I did not remain upright for long...as my other foot hit the moving belt, I was flung off the treadmill backwards and onto the floor. OW! A lady on the elliptical next to me came and shut off the treadmill and of course everyone was asking me if I was ok. I was fine...the only thing that really got hurt was my dignity...I was very embarrassed! Needless to say I was done with the treadmill at that point. Ever since then I've always hit the "PAUSE" button on the treadmill BEFORE I step off the belt!
Ah the pains we endure trying to lose weight...what fun! Well today will be Day 3 of Week 5...all I have to do is burn 300 calories...should be easy! Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
I ran a 5k today....
Ok so the title is a LITTLE misleading, but true nonetheless. A 5k run is 3 miles long and I ran for 3 miles today! (On the treadmill.) I did it in only 25 minutes and burned 382 calories...let me tell you, I was one tired boy after that run, I got up to 8.1mph! My shirt was soaked from sweat....oh my stars that was intense! Here's the recap:
Breakfast: None
Snack: None
Lunch: Jimmy Johns Roast Beef & Turkey, no mayo or cheese w/ chips (15pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Dinner: Crazy Bowls & Wraps High Protein Bowl - Steak and Lobster Rangoon (13pts)
Snack: Muscle Milk (Post workout)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 30
Points Remaining: 12
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 9
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 14 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 9
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
Today was Week 5 Day 2 of Inferno Standard. I am very thankful for the change of pace and different exercises. The increase of cardio is totally killer, but they tell me that this is the phase where I'll start seeing real results, so we shall see! I know I repeat myself a million times but if you want to checkout what workout plan I am following, head over to www.workoutbox.com and check it out! I feel like I get to go the gym and actually workout instead of go, run on the treadmill for a few minutes, push some weights around and leave. Instead when I am done, I feel like I accomplished something, I conquer each workout and it feels good! For pennies a day you can get a customized workout plan and access to professional guidance and advice from real trainers! I highly reccommend it. Even if you don't want to go the gym, they have home programs you can do too! It's great!
I've been reading through my past blogs and realize that I haven't entertained you all with a story for quite some time. While I am much to tired this evening to get into one, I will try and deliver tomorrow and find one from the vaults that will make you smile! At my expense of course! :-) Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Breakfast: None
Snack: None
Lunch: Jimmy Johns Roast Beef & Turkey, no mayo or cheese w/ chips (15pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Dinner: Crazy Bowls & Wraps High Protein Bowl - Steak and Lobster Rangoon (13pts)
Snack: Muscle Milk (Post workout)
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 30
Points Remaining: 12
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 9
Activity Points Used (Today): 0
Activity Points Earned (Week): 14 (Goal is 25)
Activity Points Remaining (Week): 9
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points
Today was Week 5 Day 2 of Inferno Standard. I am very thankful for the change of pace and different exercises. The increase of cardio is totally killer, but they tell me that this is the phase where I'll start seeing real results, so we shall see! I know I repeat myself a million times but if you want to checkout what workout plan I am following, head over to www.workoutbox.com and check it out! I feel like I get to go the gym and actually workout instead of go, run on the treadmill for a few minutes, push some weights around and leave. Instead when I am done, I feel like I accomplished something, I conquer each workout and it feels good! For pennies a day you can get a customized workout plan and access to professional guidance and advice from real trainers! I highly reccommend it. Even if you don't want to go the gym, they have home programs you can do too! It's great!
I've been reading through my past blogs and realize that I haven't entertained you all with a story for quite some time. While I am much to tired this evening to get into one, I will try and deliver tomorrow and find one from the vaults that will make you smile! At my expense of course! :-) Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
Jump Squats w/ Dumbells and Chocolate Pie....Seriously!?
So I've made a determination to start working out a little earlier than I usually do. Wrapping up a workout at 1230am and not getting to bed until 2am is for the birds and I'm over it! Going forward I am going to make every effort to get to the gym by 9pm, so I am done by 1030pm at the latest. This morning I was so tired I overslept and could hardly get out of bed! Here's the Monday recap:
Breakfast: Toasted bagel thin w/ cheese w/ banana (5pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Lunch: Healthy Choice Balsamic Chicken (4pts)
Snack: Mixed Fruit Cup
Dinner: Italian wedding soup w/ Penne Pasta (15pts)
Snack: Chocolate Pie (21pts) - I know!
Post Workout: Muscle Milk
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 42
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 5
Activity Points Used (Today): 5
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points.
This evening we had a delightful Italian Wedding Soup that Mac made from scratch and it was quite tasty. My light meals throughout the day led me into a false sense of security and I allowed myself to have a piece of chocolate pie.....UGH! LOL. The good news is I did not finish the piece that I served myself. The overage was accounted for by the Activity Points I earned from my workout so it wasn't too terrible, but I am done with the pie. :-) A quick note about the Post Workout Muscle Milk.....I am not going to track the points for those as I only have one or 2 per week but they are essential for post workout, especially after an intense leg workout to help my muscles recover. They have a high amount of protein which jacks up the Points Value on WW, but since they are "good for me" I am not going to punish myself and deduct points from my day for drinking one. Just so we're all on the same page! :-)
Monday I started Week 5 Day 1 of Inferno Standard from http://www.workoutbox.com/. All I can say is.....INSANE! They introduced "Jump Squats" w/ dumbells! Basically you get into a squat position holding a dumbell in each hand and leap into the air and land back in the squat position! Ok, so I decided to be brave and use 20lbs weights. The jump squats weren't so terrible except the entire circuit set included 12 reps of Jump Squats, 12 Reps of Squats w/ dumbells and 15 reps of standard squats (no dumbell), repeat 3 times. OH MY STARS!! My poor hamstrings and quads were about to DIE! Then they expect you to go right into alternating lunges w/ dumbells and my legs were so mad at me! By the time I got to abs my legs felt like jelly! Of course now they decide that I need to do Plank w/ leg raises on each side? HUH? Now I'll preface this with saying that I have been doing Plank Elbow for the past 4 weeks, and I can hang in for a cool 30-40 seconds on either side. But when you decide to toss in a leg raise while trying to support your entire body weight on your elbow for 30 seconds.....after having murdered your legs with squats and lunges...it was a no go! This was the first time I have ever done a modified version of an exercise. I tried for several attempts to do leg raises while in plank position but kept falling over and it was seriously hurting my hips. So instead I remained on my side and did leg lifts for the required time. Perhaps over time I will build endurance for these but for now leg lifts will have to do! All in all it was a good workout and weeks 5-8 promise to be even more intense....bring it!!
Yesterday was weigh-in day and I will tell you that I did NOT gain, but did NOT lose either. I actually maintained, which is still a victory considering my weekend dietary choices. I did get on the scale this morning and was happy with what I saw, but in keeping with the plan I'll stick with my numbers from yesterday at 201.0. Maybe next Monday we'll see some suprising figures! :-) Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Breakfast: Toasted bagel thin w/ cheese w/ banana (5pts)
Snack: Special K Bar (2pts)
Lunch: Healthy Choice Balsamic Chicken (4pts)
Snack: Mixed Fruit Cup
Dinner: Italian wedding soup w/ Penne Pasta (15pts)
Snack: Chocolate Pie (21pts) - I know!
Post Workout: Muscle Milk
Daily Points Allowance: 42
Total Points Used: 42
Points Remaining: 0
Bonus Points Allowed (Week): 49*
Used (Today): 0
Bonus Points Remaining (Week): 49
Activity Points Earned (Today): 5
Activity Points Used (Today): 5
*I swap earned Activity Points for Bonus Points first before I start using my actual bonus points.
This evening we had a delightful Italian Wedding Soup that Mac made from scratch and it was quite tasty. My light meals throughout the day led me into a false sense of security and I allowed myself to have a piece of chocolate pie.....UGH! LOL. The good news is I did not finish the piece that I served myself. The overage was accounted for by the Activity Points I earned from my workout so it wasn't too terrible, but I am done with the pie. :-) A quick note about the Post Workout Muscle Milk.....I am not going to track the points for those as I only have one or 2 per week but they are essential for post workout, especially after an intense leg workout to help my muscles recover. They have a high amount of protein which jacks up the Points Value on WW, but since they are "good for me" I am not going to punish myself and deduct points from my day for drinking one. Just so we're all on the same page! :-)
Monday I started Week 5 Day 1 of Inferno Standard from http://www.workoutbox.com/. All I can say is.....INSANE! They introduced "Jump Squats" w/ dumbells! Basically you get into a squat position holding a dumbell in each hand and leap into the air and land back in the squat position! Ok, so I decided to be brave and use 20lbs weights. The jump squats weren't so terrible except the entire circuit set included 12 reps of Jump Squats, 12 Reps of Squats w/ dumbells and 15 reps of standard squats (no dumbell), repeat 3 times. OH MY STARS!! My poor hamstrings and quads were about to DIE! Then they expect you to go right into alternating lunges w/ dumbells and my legs were so mad at me! By the time I got to abs my legs felt like jelly! Of course now they decide that I need to do Plank w/ leg raises on each side? HUH? Now I'll preface this with saying that I have been doing Plank Elbow for the past 4 weeks, and I can hang in for a cool 30-40 seconds on either side. But when you decide to toss in a leg raise while trying to support your entire body weight on your elbow for 30 seconds.....after having murdered your legs with squats and lunges...it was a no go! This was the first time I have ever done a modified version of an exercise. I tried for several attempts to do leg raises while in plank position but kept falling over and it was seriously hurting my hips. So instead I remained on my side and did leg lifts for the required time. Perhaps over time I will build endurance for these but for now leg lifts will have to do! All in all it was a good workout and weeks 5-8 promise to be even more intense....bring it!!
Yesterday was weigh-in day and I will tell you that I did NOT gain, but did NOT lose either. I actually maintained, which is still a victory considering my weekend dietary choices. I did get on the scale this morning and was happy with what I saw, but in keeping with the plan I'll stick with my numbers from yesterday at 201.0. Maybe next Monday we'll see some suprising figures! :-) Until then kids...
The one and only,
K
Sunday, December 11, 2011
The wagon made a sharp turn and.......I fell off! (Saturday Recap)
Goodness me...the holidays are proving to be a busy time this year! I am having issues finding time to update my blog each day, my apologies again!
So to recap Saturday and a (so far) for Sunday...
That weight loss wagon was going so fast that when it turned the corner onto Saturday I fell off!! :-) It wasn't really my fault. Yesterday we had our work Holiday Social for our residents AND Mac and I hosted the annual Christmas party for our friends at our house. There was SO much good food going around there was no way I could pass it up! I did try to be as conservative as possible and not get gluttonous, but I don't want to even try and calculate the point values! LOL. Today is going to be a phase out day of last night (enjoying a few parting bites) before we go into damage control on Monday and start Week 5 Day 1 of Inferno Standard from http://www.workoutbox.com/. I shouldn't have any other hurdles "food wise" until Christmas weekend.
Overall it was a great time at both events and I have 0 regrets about my choices. There is no use in feeling guilty or beating myself up, you just pick up, get back on the wagon and move forward on Monday. Unfortunately it is weigh-in day tomorrow and I am not expecting any sort of loss. If I do manage to pull one out, I will be ASTOUNDED!
Did you read the new study they came out with recently? They found that those who severely restrict their carb intake for 2 days per week and then ate reasonably for the other 5 days, lost more weight over time than those who tried calorie restricted diets 7 days a week. An interesting thought. I love my WW program however so I won't be trying it, but thought I'd pass it on if anyone wanted to look it up and see what it was all about. I always say anything is worth trying once, twice if it works! :-)
I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend and that you didn't over indulge too terribly much! For those who stayed on track...kudos to you, but you probably didn't have chocolate pie and banana pudding in your fridge to tempt you! :-) Tomorrow begins the recovery! Until then kids....
The One and Only,
K
So to recap Saturday and a (so far) for Sunday...
That weight loss wagon was going so fast that when it turned the corner onto Saturday I fell off!! :-) It wasn't really my fault. Yesterday we had our work Holiday Social for our residents AND Mac and I hosted the annual Christmas party for our friends at our house. There was SO much good food going around there was no way I could pass it up! I did try to be as conservative as possible and not get gluttonous, but I don't want to even try and calculate the point values! LOL. Today is going to be a phase out day of last night (enjoying a few parting bites) before we go into damage control on Monday and start Week 5 Day 1 of Inferno Standard from http://www.workoutbox.com/. I shouldn't have any other hurdles "food wise" until Christmas weekend.
Overall it was a great time at both events and I have 0 regrets about my choices. There is no use in feeling guilty or beating myself up, you just pick up, get back on the wagon and move forward on Monday. Unfortunately it is weigh-in day tomorrow and I am not expecting any sort of loss. If I do manage to pull one out, I will be ASTOUNDED!
Did you read the new study they came out with recently? They found that those who severely restrict their carb intake for 2 days per week and then ate reasonably for the other 5 days, lost more weight over time than those who tried calorie restricted diets 7 days a week. An interesting thought. I love my WW program however so I won't be trying it, but thought I'd pass it on if anyone wanted to look it up and see what it was all about. I always say anything is worth trying once, twice if it works! :-)
I hope everyone had a fantastic weekend and that you didn't over indulge too terribly much! For those who stayed on track...kudos to you, but you probably didn't have chocolate pie and banana pudding in your fridge to tempt you! :-) Tomorrow begins the recovery! Until then kids....
The One and Only,
K
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