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Me & my riding buddy, Bad Leroy Brown
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June 2013 Update:
As I look back back to the beginning of my Spark journey in October 2012, the goals and comments on my first SparkPage reflected my desperation, disappointment and defeat that consumed me at that time. I had all but given up.
First thing I did was sign up for SparkCoach where I was given valuable instruction and tools to jumpstart my journey to health.
I faithfully tracked and measured my food - and was absolutely amazed to drop 18 pounds ...
June 2013 Update:
As I look back back to the beginning of my Spark journey in October 2012, the goals and comments on my first SparkPage reflected my desperation, disappointment and defeat that consumed me at that time. I had all but given up.
First thing I did was sign up for SparkCoach where I was given valuable instruction and tools to jumpstart my journey to health.
I faithfully tracked and measured my food - and was absolutely amazed to drop 18 pounds during my first 90 days -- which included my birthday, Thanksgiving and Christmas!
My fitness program was very basic to start with. I do not belong to a gym. Using Spark's free fitness videos and acticles, I focused on my core using Coach Nichole's seated core routines, as well as pilates and yoga, slowing adding light weights over time. I used my house as a 'track' for walking. Slowly I located some muscles I hadn't used in years . . . and began to increase my activity level. Within 90 days, I was able to do things I hadn't done in years.
For 5 months, I have successfully sustained that initial loss, within a 3 pound 'tolerance' level. It has been a tremendously valuable experience in which I put into practice the Spark principles for a healthy lifestyle.
The critical point of maintenance for me is NOT merely about weight loss only -- it is about regaining and sustaining my health, energy and activity levels.
I consider my first 8 months with SparkPeople a complete success. And I have met some of the most awesome SparkFriends and joined Spark Teams which have provided an abundance of encouragement along the way.
So, now I'm revved up and it is time to hit it again. This time I'm aiming for another 10 pounds.
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Member Since: 10/2/2012
My Goals:
My goals are:
1. 10 pound loss by August 10.
2. Track nutrition, aiming for low-end of calorie range.
3. Keep moving! Track fitness. Double my 10 minute a day challenge in addition to my regular activities.
4. a 5 to 10 minute pep talk, pamper session,mini-vacation every day.
My Program:
LIVE THE SPARK!
Keep myself honest and accountable.
* Weigh in & measure on the 1st
* measure and track my food,
* track fitness:
10 minutes minimum TWICE daily
Cardio 2x wk
Strength 2x wk
Core 3x wk
Personal Information:
I live in a little valley nestled in the mountains of Southern Oregon with my husband and our 7 pound Yorkie named Bad Leroy Brown.
I'm feeling better than I have in years and have never been happier before in my life.
Other Information:
"Life is not a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in a pretty and well preserved body, but rather to skid in broadside, thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and loudly proclaiming 'WOW, what a ride!'"
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