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Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Training is done. Three days of learning about a dry subject just makes for lots of stress. I think it was made worse by training onsite so during breaks I would run back to my desk and check email and VM. Then run back to class. The good thing was that the "running" was up and down stairs so I got a lot of steps in.

I hadn't been able to workout for two days. Today I left after training ended and got a good workout in at home. That felt great!

Tomorrow it's back to the regular routine and I'm looking forward to it!

  

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KELLEEH 10/20/2011 9:01PM

I'm glad you got back to your workout! I hope next week is less stressful! Report Inappropriate Comment

COMPUCATHY 10/20/2011 8:06PM

Sometimes old routines ARE so welcome! Enjoy the return of yours! Keep up the good work! You inspire me! Spark on! Report Inappropriate Comment

LASARRE 10/20/2011 3:41PM

I know how you feel. I hate training days. I am not one for sitting. I have to go through it next week when I go for my relocation specialist training. 9 am - 3 p.m., but at least it's only 1 day :) Report Inappropriate Comment

FITMAY 10/20/2011 5:36AM

Good! Let's keep it up this week! Let's make every choice count... May Report Inappropriate Comment

Too Much Eating

Saturday, October 15, 2011

This past week was not good. DH went on a business trip and I lost my anchor. I could have used the time to do great and be on point (no dinners out) but I didn't. Instead I drifted like a ship at sea.

Bad points with sporadic tracking, poor choices, snacking.

Good points were a couple of good meals a day. Usually breakfast and lunch. Dinners were all over the place. I didn't plan and that's where I went wrong. I have to plan.

On a good note, I continue on with my 10lb slimdown xtreme workouts. I am loving them.

DH arrived home last night and we are going for groceries today and I PLAN to plan!

  

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JERSEYGIRL24 10/20/2011 12:05AM

I've been guilty of that, too. I was alone for a weekend in February. Perfect opportunity for "me" time and to eat on my own terms. But I totally blew it in terms of both eating and using the time. Sometimes it is hard to stay focused when you have too much freedom. Glad you are moving back to normal. Report Inappropriate Comment

AMY_1217 10/18/2011 3:32PM

Planning can make all the difference in the world. If left to my own devices, it'll be whatever happens to be quick and convenient. On the upside, if there's salad stuff in the fridge, that usually wins out. :P Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLELIFE4REAL 10/16/2011 8:09PM

I can get real off track when I'm alone too. At least you realize what you did. Report Inappropriate Comment

BISCO_ 10/15/2011 10:11PM

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COMPUCATHY 10/15/2011 9:54PM

Planning to plan...Atta girl! You know what works for you...we know what to do...now, just gotta do what we know...right? Glad DH is back and you are back on track! Keep up the good work! Thanks for your encouragement! Spark on! Report Inappropriate Comment

GERMANIRISHGIRL 10/15/2011 2:51PM

You know what they say...plan your work and work your plan. Report Inappropriate Comment

KELLEEH 10/15/2011 10:46AM

I'm glad your anchor is back lol! Two good meals a day and continuing your awesome workouts is really greath though! Good for you! Happy planning..... Report Inappropriate Comment

FITMAY 10/15/2011 10:18AM

Great let's PLAN! I had a really bad week with eating too... ugh... getting groceries for the week in the afternoon... Let's make this new week count! Deal? May Report Inappropriate Comment

LASARRE 10/15/2011 9:09AM

Dinner is always my weakest link. Breakfast and lunch are basically always the same, but dinner is a never know. You will get back on track :) Report Inappropriate Comment

IWUNDER 10/15/2011 7:24AM

We all have set backs. Just was just yours this last week. Start new today. You can do this. We can do it together. Report Inappropriate Comment

BD3269PM 10/15/2011 7:21AM

You can do this. Each day is a new day to make good choices. Plan and track and stay motivated. You are worth it Report Inappropriate Comment

Week 1 Completed:10lb Xtreme Slimdown

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Yesterday I finished the first week of 10lb Xtreme Slimdown. I made it and I'm still walking! What I learned from this workout is that I am strong but still have some areas in which I could be stronger.

Strengths: Cardio-I have lots of stamina for the cardio kickboxing segment and cardio intervals.

Area Needing Improvement: Lower Body. I learned the hard way with the lower body workout. The second day I did the lower body workout (after doing the Total body workout the day before) and then topped it off with the "Bonus Buns" workout. The result: A few days of severe soreness! Simply put-I did too many reps. I should have probably done half to start. But I am learning.

Today I will start Week 2. I can't say that I have seen any results yet (although I haven't measured). My weight is about the same-give or take half a pound but I can feel results coming!

  

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KELLEEH 10/13/2011 7:44PM

Congrats for completing week 1! Report Inappropriate Comment

DXTREME45 10/13/2011 5:11PM

A good way to know if there is a difference is to take some pics right now. Then, when you finish week two, take the pics again in the same location, with the same outfit. You'll know. Report Inappropriate Comment

REJOHNSON3 10/12/2011 6:39AM

Congratulations! You are really making a difference. You are setting your personal goals and seriously working towards them by being in tune with your body. This so good. Report Inappropriate Comment

ANNA907 10/12/2011 6:12AM

Good job! Keep up the good work!!! It takes time to figure out how much is enough or too much. Sounds like a good workout! Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLELIFE4REAL 10/11/2011 12:03PM

If you do it...results will come! Report Inappropriate Comment

ANDEENNATE 10/11/2011 11:57AM

Way to go! Report Inappropriate Comment

LASARRE 10/11/2011 11:18AM

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DARINGR8LY 10/11/2011 11:13AM

Diane, this is exciting. Report Inappropriate Comment

FITNESSMONSTER8 10/11/2011 10:38AM

Way to go!!! Report Inappropriate Comment

BEFIT_WITHGUSTO 10/11/2011 8:52AM

Congrats on completing Week 1! Week 2 is lots of upper body so your lower body will get a little break! Report Inappropriate Comment

SWAZY33 10/11/2011 7:01AM

Aahhhh the soreness is a sure sign of a great workout! Report Inappropriate Comment

RONOSOF 10/11/2011 6:52AM

good for you but dont hurt yourself! Report Inappropriate Comment

Corn Maze

Saturday, October 08, 2011

Today was a good day. After grocery shopping with my mother, DH and I went to a corn maze in Haverhill, MA. It was fun to walk through it and try to find our way. They had questions on signposts. If you guessed right (not that you knew) you'd go the right way and if you guessed wrong, you'd have a longer route.

As the Boston Bruins are the Stanley Cup Champions this year the maze was designed around them. Here's a photo of it:



Later I did my Xtreme Yoga and some WIO and made a yummy dinner of Greek chicken for dinner.

  

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QUORNDAWG 10/18/2011 9:50PM

cool maize maze. :) We go to one that is shaped like the state of Washington. Report Inappropriate Comment

KELLEEH 10/13/2011 7:43PM

Wow, looks like an awesome corn maze. I spent last weekend with my family and we did lots of fall-like things, but I could not talk them into doing a corn maze! Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLELIFE4REAL 10/11/2011 11:55AM

Glad you did the corn maze...what fun to get to do it with your brother! I loved doing the one DH and I did this fall...we will be doing more in the future, I'm sure! Report Inappropriate Comment

GERMANIRISHGIRL 10/10/2011 2:45PM

I love corn mazes! Report Inappropriate Comment

ANNA907 10/10/2011 9:01AM

Wow, never did a corn maze. Looks huge, but fun. How long did it take to do it? Greek chicken does sound good! Report Inappropriate Comment

COMPUCATHY 10/9/2011 7:44PM

Sounds like a great day...and I want some of that chicken! I love all the outdoor fall activities. Keep up the great work! Thanks for the encouragement and for your leadership on the By The Numbers Team...I love it! Spark on! Report Inappropriate Comment

DARINGR8LY 10/9/2011 3:33PM

Fun. I haven't done something like that since high school. Report Inappropriate Comment

NEWPMA 10/9/2011 5:26AM

Sounds like a fun day I've been wanting to go to a maze for ages and the Greek chicken sounds yummy. Report Inappropriate Comment

GLEORIA 10/8/2011 10:01PM

what a fun thing to do. Report Inappropriate Comment

SHEENADEE 10/8/2011 8:48PM

That does sound like good fun. I've always wanted to do a walking maze. Report Inappropriate Comment

LASARRE 10/8/2011 7:56PM

Sounds like fun! Report Inappropriate Comment

Getting My Groove Back...Again!

Tuesday, October 04, 2011

Groove: definition-a fixed routine =

I recently purchased the Chris Freytag 10lb Slimdown Xtreme Workout System. It includes 3 DVDs of workouts, with a workout plan, and food plan. Let me just say the food plan is lame. It has two days of sample meals and about three recipes. The workouts are another story. They kick butt!

As I mentioned on Sunday, I completed the Total Body workout and the Buns workout. Still feeling some of the effects of that Buns workout today.
I had to move on (after taking it easy yesterday) and I moved onto the Kickboxing Workout. It was 40 minutes of fast moves that truly made me feel strong and empowered (her word). The best part was that while doing it I told myself that I can do this. I can take my weight loss and fitness goals to the finish line....... I have the tools. I have the strength. I have the drive. I have the POWER!

I feel like I am in my groove again. I'm embarrassed to say that my focus and determination has waned and faltered at times but I never throw in the towel. I will do this. I am not a quitter.

  

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REJOHNSON3 10/10/2011 7:14PM

Determination and a wonderful spirit. I marvel at your continued competitive nature. And you truly are JUST DOING IT. Congratulations! Report Inappropriate Comment

NEWPMA 10/9/2011 5:29AM

You're doing great Diane stay strong and be proud. Report Inappropriate Comment

DEBSZOO74 10/8/2011 3:31PM

Way to go, Diane! I know you're not a quitter! Report Inappropriate Comment

COMPUCATHY 10/8/2011 9:49AM

Yay for not being a quitter! Atta girl! We all have our highs and lows and our grooves and our ... off-roading?...but the important thing is to just keep on keepin on. We will get there! Keep up the good work! Congrats on the groove! Thanks for your encouragement! Spark on! Report Inappropriate Comment

SIMPLELIFE4REAL 10/6/2011 7:09AM

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LASARRE 10/5/2011 2:05PM

I know that kickboxing workout. I didn't make it through the whole thing. You are doing Report Inappropriate Comment

KIMMAS82 10/5/2011 12:25PM

I'm with you. I've become less focused too but never was all the way gone and I'm back, fully focused now!! Report Inappropriate Comment

JODYELLEN57 10/5/2011 5:45AM

Groove on, girl -- you are always so inspirational to me and I think it is a natural process to have moments of "interest vs. commitment". Your challenges have really helped me to shake it up and I know your new plan will give you the kick you need! Just rock that new workout and you will be a happy happy girl by Thanksgiving. Report Inappropriate Comment

DARINGR8LY 10/4/2011 11:12PM

I know we are our own worst critics. I couldn't believe when I saw the title of this blog. I was wondering where your groove went. Wherever it went I'm glad its back!!!!! Enjoy your new, fresh routine. I think we regularly need to do something different. Not just because of plateaus but to stay excited. I look forward to reading some great results in the future. Report Inappropriate Comment

SHEENADEE 10/4/2011 8:43PM

I know you're no quitter! Report Inappropriate Comment

REBECCAMA 10/4/2011 7:54PM

Way to go!! Report Inappropriate Comment

NEWMEPA 10/4/2011 7:33PM

Good for you, keep up the good work. Report Inappropriate Comment