I can not believe I just said that! 40
That in itself is a breakthrough for me! For those here that know me, you know I usually give up at the f... Read more
Almost a year has gone by and a lot has happened. Mostly though, I have realized I need Spark People and my groups here! I can't do this alone. Bac... Read more
After being a member of Gold's Gym for the past 3 months, I made a shocking discovery - I absolutely LOVE BodyPump! I can't believe that it took me so... Read more
354 Wulp... I finally did it! I went with a friend to Zumba class yesterday...oh what fun!! Talk about a work out!! I did good, I've always considere... Read more
Is it over yet!!!! I know I haven't been sparking lately..I haven't fallin off the wagon tho... where do I start well my sweet Grandpa passed away , I... Read more
What a whirlwind life can be. Over the last two years I got a divorce and sold my home. In the last six months I lost my sister in law, my favorite... Read more
I'm enjoying the tapering period leading up to my first marathon. I think I actually forgot what it felt to wake up without aches and pains LoL. The r... Read more
So I guess I'm about in month two of spark people now, and I feel like I'm struggling more and some ways.
For one thing, I haven't weighed myself r... Read more
This morning 27,000 runners excitedly carbo-loaded, laced up, and stood in pace groups waiting to put months of training and dedication to the ultimat... Read more
I'm loving this beginner running program. It gives me exciting new goals to meet every day, even on days that I've messed up on calories... so it keep... Read more
Today was not great. The dryer broke in my building and I didn't have time to go to the laundrymat before work, I found out that I didn't get the job... Read more
Wow, I know I was loosing weight but I had no idea how much! I lost almost ten pounds in less than a month! Loosing weight is so easy this time. I ca... Read more
I'm planning a visit to my parents' this weekend. I'm staying over night and so I'm a litte nervous about food. In my home, I do all the grocery shop... Read more
Yesterday was kind of a rough one. I had a lot of cravings. I think maybe it had a little to do with the fact that I went over a little bit the day be... Read more
Marathon training continues to build for the next two weeks. It's getting a little crazy this week with Easter but if I can just get through the next... Read more
My goals for this week are quite simple.
1. 20 minutes or more of cardio Sun - Fri no matter how tired I am from work.
2. Upper body exercises M... Read more
So I've been sparking for what? like almost two weeks now? I haven't weighed in again yet, but my belts are just cinching up at crazy rapid speed. I d... Read more
Today I was really nervous and excited about my job interview. I even had trouble eating (not a usual occurance for me). I was looking forward to havi... Read more
Just ordered a fit bit online to reward myself for an awesome week. It's been so long since I've bought something for myself... just because i wanted... Read more
This is going to be a CRAZY busy week so I’ll keep this short and sweet.
I feel like marathon training is all-consuming. It’s like having a seco... Read more
Feeling much better since yesterday. I'm going to get a second opinion about my dental situation. The prognosis sounds crazy to me. My teeth look and... Read more
Kickboxing- the great thing about this class is that no matter how many times i take it, I can still push harder and harder for a crazy killer workou... Read more
I rewarded myself with some clothing from Costco. Now, let me just say upfront that I was a little snobby about Costco for clothing. I mean come on... Read more
The Good: I ran my first 16-miler this weekend. I purposely ran a seriously hilly route to prep for what is supposed to be a hilly marathon. I've bee... Read more
This week I'm going to spend the time I normally spend online browsing and use it to track my foods and exersize and read a few spark articles.... Read more
Yesterday's Goals:
1. Drink 10 cups of water. (Completed Yeay!)
2. Go to bed before 11PM (Got in bed at 10:59 lol)
3. Track/ Measure everyth... Read more
Yesterday my goals were:
1. Drink 10 cups of water. (Completed, YEAY!)
2. Eat less than 400cals for lunch. (Went out with a coworker and came... Read more
Hi I really need some help right now I need a weightloss buddy ! Someone that will really stick to it and will keep in contact with me.I have tried al... Read more
I am so excited for my husband. He isn't a runner but he wanted to build up to a 5K but not do an official race. He ran with me last night and compl... Read more
I am getting frustrated with myself. My eating is out of control again. I’ve got away from tracking some days (which I had been religious about for... Read more
I promised myself I would not be embarrassed to wear real summer clothes at my nashville trip. Three months ago. Starting again today. Jillian M. w... Read more
We tried the Thai soup from the Forks over Knives cookbook. It was very bitter. We're not sure if it's the portobello mushrooms or the lime zest. E... Read more
I've been at it for a few of weeks now. Once I figured out how to replace certain things, it worked well.
Some things I've learned are: Coconut... Read more
Summer produce is overflowing--and cheap! Whether you grow it or buy it, it's easy to preserve your food so that you can save money and eat better long after the harvest is over.
