On the Injured List

I was on the injured list with a stupid cold or something (probably related to the wonderful weather we have been having) since my "last" day to the gym. Then, after trying to schedule a training session with a female during the day for almost two weeks (she was terrible about getting back via text...which she preferred), I decided that I do not need a hormonal female trainer. LOL I am hormonal enough without her issues too. So, I made a call to the club, got a male trainer's phone number and called and left a message. He called me that evening, made the appointment for the next day (this past Tuesday) and the worrying started!

I went to my training appointment early enough that I could do at least 15 minutes of cardio before my session. Little did I know, that was probably not a help! We sat down first, talked about what I wanted to get out of the gym, did my weight (176), fat percentage (40.8), and issues that I have medically (various neuropathies of my hands and feet, neck issues that I JUST had "fixed", and nursing)...pretty much it. Then, it was off to training.

First, he had me jump back onto a cardio machine to get warmed up again. I have been working on building up my endurance for the first week of C25K program. I REALLY would like to run a marathon...not to win...but to finish! Not sprint...but to jog most of the way.

After the warm-up, he had me do some push-ups on the lifting bar, pull-ups (at an angle) on the same bar, then about a million squats (half of them with a 35lb Kettle Ball. I am really excited about learning exercises with those. I have been wanting one since seeing them on The Biggest Loser!

After my three sets were over, we headed back over to make the next appointment. I felt great!!

Later that night, I started getting a little uncomfortable, but not too bad. Woke up yesterday and felt better than I thought I would. In the afternoon, I jumped on my treadmill in my livingroom to work on the C25K program to have to stop half way through because my legs were NOT enjoying it AT ALL!! Ten minutes of actual exercise (outside of my daily routine of a ToDo List). The pain just got worse and worse. Every time I would roll over to where ANY PART of the front of my thigh would touch the mattress...my mind and body screamed in pain! When I woke up...the pain was much lighter. Our bodies are just amazing!!!

So, I went to my session today (#2) and was just praying that I would not have to do too much with my legs. Walking was ok...but beyond that, no thank you. LOL I jumped on the treadmill to warm up for about 10 minutes then off to take measurements. I do not have those right now, but I will post them ASAP. Maybe I can get him to give me a copy. After the measurements were done, we worked on arms, chest and back for 30 minutes, three sets. I love the jumping squats...don't know why...they are just fun!! When that fun was over, he said, "Ok we're done", so I was getting ready to go home. He then clarified, "No, YOU are not done...WE are done. You get to go and do 30 minutes of cardio first...15 on the treadmill, 15 on the bike." Gee thanks! :} So, today, my training session lasted for about 70 minutes of pure training and five minutes of resting. I am loving it!!!

Here is to a new me!

Until less time...

Kicking My Butt

This "cold" or whatever it is that I have is kicking my butt! You thought I was going to say the trainer, huh?  I have had this for 3 days now, but it seems like an eternity! I just want to lose 25 lbs by Christmas! If I am not working out...how am I suppose to lose it?!?!?! I am praying that it is gone by Monday and I can start fresh with my weight loss (WL) journey!

I would write about how well my eating is...but it isn't. I would love to be writing about my activity...but I cannot even get a good nights sleep. So, I will write nothing, and close this entry!

Until less time...

Wednesday...Official Day 3

Yesterday, the training session did not happen. The Trainer, Shannon, got called away on a family emergency and could not keep our appointment. I felt an actual let down by that, which is weird, since I really am scared (not scared, but...I really do not know what word to use here) to go to meet with her. Anyway, I went to the gym and did some cardio... anyway. I guess my new motto is "Anyway". Doesn't matter what is going on or how I feel, I need to go to the gym "ANYWAY"! So, I did just that. I rode the bike for 9 miles...but it took 30 minutes today. The preprogrammed workout with hills was different than yesterday and there was no rhyme or reason to the "setup". But, I burned like 175 calories, probably toned something, and have another session at the gym under my belt.

Today, I did not go because my car is back in the shop. I am praying that they get it done so that I can go tomorrow for my rescheduled training appointment. But, I will need to see if I can get an earlier time since I also have to take the dogs to the vet for shots. I lead an exciting life! I may do something here at home, however, I am trying to beat some illness before it beats me...so maybe not. We will see.

I didn't set this up yet...but here is my workout schedule that I have planned in my FitBook. Monday, Wednesday and Friday are all cardio days, Tuesday and Thursdays are my strength training days...unless Shannon has a better suggestion. I am willing to do whatever she says I should do to lose the 25 by Christmas. The weekend are my bonus days where if I go to the gym...it is just "extra credit" really toward my progress.

I took my measurements yesterday and PHOTOS! EEK!!! I may post them here...I may not. Maybe at my 30 day mark to check visual progress! But, planned to be scared. (I don't have anyone really following this blog...so I am confident at this time)

Here is praying that the photos are less scary at the end of the month than they are now!

Until Less time...

Day 1...cardio only.

I couldn't get the training session switched back to today, so I made myself go and do some cardio. I even had a headache, but still went. The little ones were falling apart at home...I STILL went...and I am glad! I did 7 miles on the bike in 20 minutes. Burned about 150 calories...not a lot, but it was something. Tomorrow, it is session one of two. Praying that I get some good advice and direction to get 25 lbs gone by December 25th.

Did a different dinner tonight. We had spaghetti but instead of the normal white pasta, I went with wheat and I added veggies to the sauce (running them through the blender first). It was rather tasty...even though I do not like peppers. We also did a nine grain Italian bread too...and I hate multigrain bread...but this was AWESOME!!!!

So, three victories in one day?? I will take it! Now, on to celebrating more victories in the coming months!

Monday...or Official Day 1

Today was suppose to be my first personal training day, however, I had to get my brakes on my van replaced a couple of weeks ago and they are pulling. I was going to take it in last night (Sunday) so they could work on it today, but the day got away from us and I didn't feel like driving clear across town at 9PM...and back. I am going to call them to see if I can just take it in on Wednesday and have them do it. If not, I guess my butt will be going there and waiting 2 hours for it! If I can take it on Wednesday, then I am going to try to get the training appointment switched back to today. I really want to lose this weight, however, I hate "dragging" other people into it...even if it is to help me. You never know...I may like it so much that I purchase more than the 2 that I get with my membership!

I have  a lot of cleaning and such to do too...so I have movement galore to burn some serious calories between now and Christmas (when I would like to have lost at least 25 lbs).

I figured up my BMR and the calories I need is 1493. You take exercise into account and it goes to 2052. Yeah, I don't think I need 2000 calories a day...even if I didn't have weight to lose! I will, of course, get a second opinion on this too. I am hoping that I get a trainer that is VERY good and will figure these things out for me and not just show me how to use the equipment. Only time will tell, but I will ask what other areas she specializes in with regards to losing weight.

Here is to "seeing" less of me the next time I blog! :)

Well, I took the plunge...

and joined a gym. I couldn't pass up the price at $20 a month (that includes tax) and it is close to home! Now, all I need to do is GET there! Like I always say, showing up is HALF the battle. Once you get in the parking lot of the gym, it is all downhill from there...or at least for me!

I go in the beginning of next week for my first (one of two free) personal training sessions. I am PRAYING that #1- I get a woman and #2- that I don't die. I know that there is no fear in Jillian Michaels coming out of the back to "train" me (although, THAT is probably what I *really*  need), but personally, I think the first session is always the hardest. I mean, you don't know them, they are getting to know things about you that your husband or wife may not even know about you! All I know is that I need to listen, take notes, and stay focused if I want to try to lose 25-30 pounds by Christmas! Of course, if I even come close to that...I will be happy!! God knows that I will look better anyway!

Another thing that scares me is the fact that I *really* *really* *really* need to be diligent and track every morsel of food! This is going to have to be a HUGE commitment this time around...no playing or dabbling! I may even buy a few more training sessions a few weeks into it to change it up and have someone measure the results. I think that it may be worth it in the long run having someone look at it that is unbiased and trained to see and correct (or at least try to help correct) anything that is missing or not working out. I guess we will see about that one!

All I know now is...I have a few people watching me since posting it on FaceBook. One is my family...Hubby is the most watchful. Not that I like wasting money either, but I don't want him to think that I am just throwing it down the drain.

This weekend, I would like to make a list of groceries to buy and a menu for the next week or so. With the colder weather setting in here, soups, stews and other hearty dishes are more welcomed...however, we may just have to grill out hamburgers (and me my 45 calorie turkey dogs) one or two more times this year!

Well, until the next time (which is hopefully tomorrow)...I am signing off!