Christmas was great. Buggie got so many gifts from Santa, that he couldn't even decide what to play with. I purchased Fred some cologne. Fred bought me a pair of running pants with the pocket on the bum. He also bought a gold bracelet and a running watch.
This week, I am off work. I will be creating myself a little schedule for stepping up my workout program and nutrition program. Yeah!!! I am getting back on track.
Monday, December 28, 2009
Sunday, December 20, 2009
The pain of waiting
Well, as I have mentioned before, I am going to rid myself of relaxed hair and become a chemical free woman inside and out. The wait is almost driving me "bats". I have two different hair textures going on...kinky and straight. Yesterday, I almost got my husband to 'buzz it' but I realized that I didn't want to look like a little boy for Christmas...I am going to get some braids today if I can find a braiding salon that is open on Sunday. If that doesn't happen, I guess I'll throw on a wig.
I got threw my rough days. I feel about 89% better, but now my son has caught another 'bug'. It only affects him at night. He gets a fever and sweats, but in the morning he is fine. I just don't want to take him to the doctor for them to prescribe more antibiotics. He doesn't need to be on those again. We are just going to build our immune system and let him fight it out. Sounds cruel, but I'm not into drugging up my kid. He'll be fine. I have learned that one thing this year, a little tylenol-motrin-frozen treat and...He will be fine.
Our group run yesterday was great. We finished 6 miles in 1 hour. Prior to yesterdays run, I purchased some thick "ski" gloves to warm my hands during the run. I was so excited about them. So, I put my regular gloves on and then I put the thicker gloves on. I didn't use the hand warmer this time because it wouldn't fit. Once I got out of my truck, they laughed at me for having on what they called "boxing gloves". GUESS WHAT! My hands still froze like I didn't have anything on them. Do I have some kind of weird hand condition? What am I going to do on our runs. Most of our runs will be cold until about the middle of March. Although our race is in April and will be a warm race, our training is going on now. I have to find a way to get these hands warm so that I can get through these runs...they only get longer.
After our run, the group met at Fundamental Fitness in Memphis off of Poplar Avenue for our fitness and nutrition clinic. The owner, a physical therapist and certified personal trainer gave us tips for staying healthy during this training. I learned that I am not nearly stretching enough or strength training enough. I need to focus more on stretching. She gave us some really useful handouts that demonstrated the stretches and exercise that will help prevent some of the injuries that may occur. This was especially useful for me since I have had several problems with my right ankle, right achilles tendon, right tibia. She also stress the importance of core strength and stability. Not just for runs or training for runs, but during everyday activities, walking, standing and sitting. One of the group members asked her about nutrition. She did not speak to this much because she is a phyisical therapist, not a nutritionist, however, she did say that she uses food as fuel, not entertainment. She attempts to eat all of the required daily vitamins and minerals. She doen't eat processed foods or white flours or sugars. She said that we need to eat 'good' food while we are training.
That's what I am going to do. This lady motivated me so much. She didn't say anything new, she just said the right thing at the right time for me. As you all know, I have been in a slump for the last two months or so. I have still been losing weight and making changes, but I have been losing a little patience with myself. The pain of waiting on this weight can get unbearable at times. I just want to race to the finish line of a healthy life and size 8 jeans as fast as I can, but I see that God is letting me walk to the finish line so that I can enjoy the sights and sounds of this journey, meet interesting people that can help me to maintain success.
I got threw my rough days. I feel about 89% better, but now my son has caught another 'bug'. It only affects him at night. He gets a fever and sweats, but in the morning he is fine. I just don't want to take him to the doctor for them to prescribe more antibiotics. He doesn't need to be on those again. We are just going to build our immune system and let him fight it out. Sounds cruel, but I'm not into drugging up my kid. He'll be fine. I have learned that one thing this year, a little tylenol-motrin-frozen treat and...He will be fine.
Our group run yesterday was great. We finished 6 miles in 1 hour. Prior to yesterdays run, I purchased some thick "ski" gloves to warm my hands during the run. I was so excited about them. So, I put my regular gloves on and then I put the thicker gloves on. I didn't use the hand warmer this time because it wouldn't fit. Once I got out of my truck, they laughed at me for having on what they called "boxing gloves". GUESS WHAT! My hands still froze like I didn't have anything on them. Do I have some kind of weird hand condition? What am I going to do on our runs. Most of our runs will be cold until about the middle of March. Although our race is in April and will be a warm race, our training is going on now. I have to find a way to get these hands warm so that I can get through these runs...they only get longer.
After our run, the group met at Fundamental Fitness in Memphis off of Poplar Avenue for our fitness and nutrition clinic. The owner, a physical therapist and certified personal trainer gave us tips for staying healthy during this training. I learned that I am not nearly stretching enough or strength training enough. I need to focus more on stretching. She gave us some really useful handouts that demonstrated the stretches and exercise that will help prevent some of the injuries that may occur. This was especially useful for me since I have had several problems with my right ankle, right achilles tendon, right tibia. She also stress the importance of core strength and stability. Not just for runs or training for runs, but during everyday activities, walking, standing and sitting. One of the group members asked her about nutrition. She did not speak to this much because she is a phyisical therapist, not a nutritionist, however, she did say that she uses food as fuel, not entertainment. She attempts to eat all of the required daily vitamins and minerals. She doen't eat processed foods or white flours or sugars. She said that we need to eat 'good' food while we are training.
That's what I am going to do. This lady motivated me so much. She didn't say anything new, she just said the right thing at the right time for me. As you all know, I have been in a slump for the last two months or so. I have still been losing weight and making changes, but I have been losing a little patience with myself. The pain of waiting on this weight can get unbearable at times. I just want to race to the finish line of a healthy life and size 8 jeans as fast as I can, but I see that God is letting me walk to the finish line so that I can enjoy the sights and sounds of this journey, meet interesting people that can help me to maintain success.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Rough Days
The last two days have been pretty rough. I have had some kind of stomach virus or bug or something. We have all had it. Fred, Little Fred and I have all had this bug. I managed to drag myself to the gym yesterday morning, but I was only able to do the stationary bike for thirty minutes. After that, I went back home to prepare for the day. With much effort, I was able to visit all of my clients, but I was unable to eat until, later that night. Believe you me, I was able to eat enough from the time I got home until the time I went to bed. I made up for lost time.
Today was a little better, my stomach was still a little upset today. I made it through the day. I managed to complete 28 minutes on the elliptical and three miles on the treadmill.
I have been having pains and aches after my runs. My ankles swell, my knees hurt and some times my muscles are sore. I often would grip about the pain to my husband, but I guess after six months of gripping, my husband has had enough. He told me that aches and pain are a part of the game. He pointed out how athletes sit with ice on their knees during games...so in other words...he was telling me to get it together and realize that if I am going to run and lift weights that I am going to have a little pain from using my muscles in a way that I really have never done to this extreme before. I took his advise and had a great workout this morning. Thank God for such a great husband.
Yesterdays weight in put me back at the weight that I was before Thanksgiving. I over ate for three days and it took me three weeks to get the weight off. What a lesson! A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips.
Today was a little better, my stomach was still a little upset today. I made it through the day. I managed to complete 28 minutes on the elliptical and three miles on the treadmill.
I have been having pains and aches after my runs. My ankles swell, my knees hurt and some times my muscles are sore. I often would grip about the pain to my husband, but I guess after six months of gripping, my husband has had enough. He told me that aches and pain are a part of the game. He pointed out how athletes sit with ice on their knees during games...so in other words...he was telling me to get it together and realize that if I am going to run and lift weights that I am going to have a little pain from using my muscles in a way that I really have never done to this extreme before. I took his advise and had a great workout this morning. Thank God for such a great husband.
Yesterdays weight in put me back at the weight that I was before Thanksgiving. I over ate for three days and it took me three weeks to get the weight off. What a lesson! A moment on the lips, a lifetime on the hips.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Hill training
As far as my eating, I had and am continuing to have a great week. I have just been taking one meal at a time. I almost have the same enthusiasm that was present when I first started my healthy journey. I guess you go through ups and downs when attempting to make changes toward a healthy life. I'm in it for the long hall.
My mom and I will go shopping this afternoon so I must remember to do just that...shop, not eat out of control... I'll let you know how it goes.
Mia
Monday, December 7, 2009
12-7-09
I didn't get to see any of my patients today. I stayed at home with Bug. He was pulling at his ear last night so this morning I took him to the doctor. It was an ear infection. The doctor prescribed some antibiotics. I decided to take bug to school anyway. Well, I took him to school and made it in to my office. Erica quickly began to describe how bad an ear ache feels. I immediately called the school to let them know that I was going to pick him up. So that is exactly what I did. Bug and Mommy hung out all day today. Bug got plenty of rest and relaxation.
This morning, I walked on the treadmill, completed 20 minutes on the elliptical and did about 20 minutes of weight training. I really wanted to listen to my body today more than I wanted to complete the next assignment on my training schedule. My foot and shin is telling me that it needs to rest for two days after the Saturday runs. I hear you loud and clear..body...I hear you loud and clear.
Tomorrow, I will be doing a couple of make-up sessions, my regular clients and then the mid day break to weigh in. I have begun to get back on track, not like I was when I first started this journey, but better than my Thanksgiving week. This week I am going to focus on consistency in organizing my thoughts, positive quotes and my exercise routine. I will attempt to follow the TNT schedule if my body will allow me to, but I am going to chart out some other beneficial exercises for the days when running is not on the schedule.
I recently found out that an old co-worker of mine has a family member who is battling Lymphoma. I told the team about him as soon as I got to the group run on Saturday and the coordinator gave me a t-shirt to give to our fighter. He is now one of the honorees that I have chosen to race for. What a great feeling to know someone who is fighting this fight. I have only personally know those that have fought the fight against blood cancer and lost.
This year was and continues to be such a great year. We only have a few more weeks left in this year-2009. I will take the same positive changes into 2010. I know that will be a great and prosperous year for my business, my health and for my family.
This morning, I walked on the treadmill, completed 20 minutes on the elliptical and did about 20 minutes of weight training. I really wanted to listen to my body today more than I wanted to complete the next assignment on my training schedule. My foot and shin is telling me that it needs to rest for two days after the Saturday runs. I hear you loud and clear..body...I hear you loud and clear.
Tomorrow, I will be doing a couple of make-up sessions, my regular clients and then the mid day break to weigh in. I have begun to get back on track, not like I was when I first started this journey, but better than my Thanksgiving week. This week I am going to focus on consistency in organizing my thoughts, positive quotes and my exercise routine. I will attempt to follow the TNT schedule if my body will allow me to, but I am going to chart out some other beneficial exercises for the days when running is not on the schedule.
I recently found out that an old co-worker of mine has a family member who is battling Lymphoma. I told the team about him as soon as I got to the group run on Saturday and the coordinator gave me a t-shirt to give to our fighter. He is now one of the honorees that I have chosen to race for. What a great feeling to know someone who is fighting this fight. I have only personally know those that have fought the fight against blood cancer and lost.
This year was and continues to be such a great year. We only have a few more weeks left in this year-2009. I will take the same positive changes into 2010. I know that will be a great and prosperous year for my business, my health and for my family.
Sunday, December 6, 2009
R.I.C.E. and Good Breakfast
Yesterday's run was great. My leg and foot stopped hurting. I got some articles from the cool running website and followed the suggestions for injuries. The acronym of R.I.C.E was used...Rest ,Ice, Compression and elevation. I used all of these this week and was able to run five miles with the group. After our run we had breakfast at a restaurant near the U of M call Brother Junipers. They serve breakfast. Its a really nice place.
My eating has gotten off track. I don't quite understand what the deal is.
I am going to the bookstore today to purchase a magazine dedicated to runners. I need to start studying my new art.
My eating has gotten off track. I don't quite understand what the deal is.
I am going to the bookstore today to purchase a magazine dedicated to runners. I need to start studying my new art.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
After the Big Holiday Weigh
The run Saturday was amazing. Shelby farms is so beautiful and the run was easy. We completed four miles. Next Saturday we will complete five mile and then have breakfast with the fundraising coordinator.
I went to my weight management meeting. Boy oh Boy!!! I weighed in with a 9.4 pound gain. Can you believe that I gained that much weight in 5 days. I did fairly well on Thanksgiving. It was after Thanksgiving that was hard. The leftovers, the holiday vacation and just plain old getting off track. I had a really great meeting. I was inspired to get back on track and enjoy being on a program that allows for mistakes and mess ups.
For my next challenge, I purchased a pair of pants that I want to be able to get in and stay in at the end of this journey. I bought a pair of jeans size.....8. Yes, isn't that a dream. It seems so impossible, but just six months ago a size 14 fit me just like the size 8 fit today. So it can happen. Health can happen and if the size 8 is smaller or bigger than I want to be. Hey...no problem...revision of goals is a great thing. I am thankful for this journey. All the ups and the downs, the twists and the turns...makes it interesting.
I went to my weight management meeting. Boy oh Boy!!! I weighed in with a 9.4 pound gain. Can you believe that I gained that much weight in 5 days. I did fairly well on Thanksgiving. It was after Thanksgiving that was hard. The leftovers, the holiday vacation and just plain old getting off track. I had a really great meeting. I was inspired to get back on track and enjoy being on a program that allows for mistakes and mess ups.
For my next challenge, I purchased a pair of pants that I want to be able to get in and stay in at the end of this journey. I bought a pair of jeans size.....8. Yes, isn't that a dream. It seems so impossible, but just six months ago a size 14 fit me just like the size 8 fit today. So it can happen. Health can happen and if the size 8 is smaller or bigger than I want to be. Hey...no problem...revision of goals is a great thing. I am thankful for this journey. All the ups and the downs, the twists and the turns...makes it interesting.
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