Operation Cruise Control: Turbo Fire Day 13

Saturday, August 11, 2012

Wow, it's been a really long time since I've posted a blog! I've been off and on the fitness wagon but, for the past 2 weeks, I've been very on. If I had remained focused since I started in March, I can only imagine where I'd be on my journey.

The reason for my renewed motivation is that I have a vacation in November! The boyf and I are headed on our first cruise and I want to look as good as possible. I intend to wear a bathing suit, preferably a two-piece. Our trip is a little less than 90 days away and I know if I push, I can achieve my goals.

Since 2-3lbs/week is a healthy weight loss goal, I'm shooting to be down about 24-36lbs. Preferably 36 . Turbo Fire is the way I'm going to get there. I'm on Day 13 of the 20 week rotation and I'll have completed 3 months by the time we leave for the cruise. I've noticed from my SP and YT stalking, er, research that people have mentioned losing more inches than actual poundage on TF. I balked a bit at that but considering the fact that I want to LOOK good, what the scale says isn't really my main focus.

I haven't missed a workout yet but I have to say that my body is really sore. I did my first workout with the resistance bands on Thursday night and my arms and shoulders are still sore. I've been pushing through the cardio workouts and sweating like crazy.

I'm a Turbo Jam girl originally and, while TJ isn't easy, Turbo Fire is INSANE. I love me some Chalene Johnson, though. Her energy is insane and I find myself more motivated than I ever imagined. As long as I keep pressing play, I'll be great.

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My Hips Don't Lie But the Scale Does

Wednesday, April 04, 2012

I usually have trouble getting up in the morning (I'm genetically predisposed to the snooze button) but Wednesday mornings are a different story. When my alarm goes off on Wednesdays, I spring from bed like a small child on Christmas morning. I queue up my workout DVD (usually Turbo Jam) and go HAM. My punches and kicks could put Anderson "The Spider" Silva to shame; I'm trying to get the most favorable weight possible!

When I'm done "optimizing" my weight, I usually drag myself to the bathroom to square off with the scale. It's an odd relationship the scale and I have: part of me is so excited to jump on and see how I've progressed but another part of me worries that nothing has changed or, worse yet, I've gained.

This morning, however, my dread quickly turned to disbelief when it the electronic screen registered my that my I was -0.2lbs. I was only down a measly 2 ounces ?! My refusal to accept this paltry figure forced me to slightly adjust the scale's position and get back on it for a more accurate reading. The scale rewarded my efforts with a 0.6lbs increase compared to last week's weight. Since it's rumored that the third time is the charm, I weighed myself yet again...and was up an additional 0.4lbs. I had somehow gained 1.0lb in less than a minute.

After giving the scale a look I normally reserve for inconsiderate drivers, I hopped in the shower. My post-shower weight was 0.6lbs less than the first weight of the day. I decided to average today's weights and ended up gaining 0.1lb compared to last week. I should have just took the 0.2lbs loss.

A few months ago, if I saw a weight change like that, I'd have abandoned my workout regimen and enjoyed a delicious brownie sundae. Luckily, I've learned a few things from this week's debacle. First off, I need a new scale because, clearly, that foogayzie 3 year old one from CVS one ain't cuttin' it. I've already found the perfect one! Secondly, and more importantly, my attitude towards the number it displays is slowly changing. The figure displayed on the scale won't always accurately depict weight loss.

God didn't place me on this earth to be lazy or out of shape and He definitely didn't make me a quitter. So, I'm not going to. It took me longer than 2 months to put it on so it'll take me longer than 2 months to get rid of it. I'll have the body I want because I'm going to put that work in. To reach my goal, I'll be sticking to my alloted daily calories every day, not just during the week. It also means serious cardio and some light strength training.

Game on, body.

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*Lesigh*

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

My fitness journey is filled with so many ups and downs, I should start charging admission for entry to the theme park! The downs are all due to my lack of motivation, though. I've never been the "fit type" and wasn't athletic in high school (I was the singer, not the sprinter). Making an active decision to make healthier choices AND *gasp* workout have me totally outside of my comfort zone. I've done Weight Watchers (who hasn't?) but I could never stick to it for more than 6-7 months or 30 pounds, whichever came first.

I'm sick of not being comfortable in my own skin and I really want to fit into a bikini this summer. You'd think that knowing that would serve as more motivation but I have my good days and bad WEEKS. My weigh in is tomorrow and, since 4 out of 7 days this week were me eating badly, I already know the scale will not be kind. I lost 4 pounds but I'm almost positive I've gained it all back with my binging. I tried power walking today (my first workout of the week) and couldn't even do 1/2 mile because of shin splints.

Suffice it to say, I'm pretty bummed out but also trying to stay on the realistic side. I didn't gain all this unsightly weight overnight so there's no way I can lose it that quickly; but isn't it nice to imagine?!

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