I really meant to have this page done the very first day..but I wanted to think about what I was putting online and in truth putting a plan of action together..I was thinking just how I got into this physical condition..really when I think about it..its no physical condition..I'm tired...sometimes I ache..and I can get very stressed..the reality check came when the dentist said..your blood pressure is high?  I said no its always been low...that to me was the turning point..the one more slap in the face..to say to myself..get your butt up off the couch..OK..not the couch..usually I am sitting in a computer chair sometimes accompanied by a hostess cherry pie and coke zero.  

 

I once was very active..as a matter of fact..things changed when I really got hot and heavy with social networking but now there are many days I don't feel I  have enough energy for social networking and my every day life..

Now I know that I teased because I am sensitive about my weight...because I am a woman...fellas I'm here to tell you...thats something big with women.  Don't take it personally if your wife doesn't want to train with you..its really intimidating and for the ladies to place their weight online that is just gutsy and an awesome step towards womankind.

 

My husband is the best and cracks me up..with the best intentions..as talented as he is..he scares the heck out of me...as a personal trainer....he's younger..he pretty physcially fit..and he tries so hard to get me to do physical things with him..but for me..I'm a little scared..he's a black belt in everything.. just like myself..he sure doesn't like excuses..so if I ask..I better mean it...and he's like the link that connects to me....if we commit...we go for it...not half mast...but with full force..age is only a number..and my lame excuse......YIKES!

 

In truth I was kicking that thought around but former navy, black belt in everything..and I know the drill..yes sir :( ..nope the idea was a horrible nightmare. 

 

Then I read Craigs post and read Jay's post...and thought now that is unity....and I thought maybe if I join so will others..meaning other ladies..who want to get healthier....and fellas please don't take it the wrong way..to me there is nothing more inspirational..more beautiful than women empowering women....and doing it well...maybe a bit of a sisterhood..yeah that girl power thing..for me its really inspiring..and yes KK I shed a few tears thinking about it...afterall we will have this to share...

 

I've had Rocky Turner on my mind for months...because her cause The Gift of Education, Mothers Fighting For Others, Makes me cry for many reasons..I remember listening to Anthony Robbins and he raised the question of why people were moved by people who achieve greatness? It made me wonder..is it because I need to do more or is it I think I can't? ..I cannot do what she does...it makes me cry.....maybe sadness?..tears of joy..and tears of hope..for these  very beautiful girls..at St. Monicas.....who are loved by an amazing group of woman that I find pretty remarkable....life is a miracle..and sometimes a nightmare..and a mere mortal woman...with a very huge heart and desire to make a difference..did what I could never do...but I can be me....the very best me....and help her get her girls in school and I can get healthy once again..

 

For me in life..everything happens in the nick of time...My concerns about my energy..my physical condition and appearance.and how was I going to help The Head Mutha out all seemed to mix well.  That is what I visualized in my head and truly moving fast like video slides.. ...I ran out and asked Louie to train me..I swear to you..It took everything I had to get the words out...but I did...this contest will give me the lifestyle change I need  now..I admit..the trainer needs some training...and in truth really wants to live.

 

So on December 5th, he got up before me...hmmm...that rarely happens in our house...he had the scale ready..a pad of paper and pen...and before I could get my eyes open I was standing on the scale...weighing in at 165...without coffee on my breath we stretched our bodies...and then started the day...in truth it was rather painless but I know he is only warming up!  Funny thing...me too! :) 

 

Last night we did not train..he went easy on me..I had some dental work done..and for now its light easy stretching...

I ate the following

Breakfast

1 oz of cheese

4 oz of apple juice

2 cups of coffee

2 cups of water

1 vitamin water

Lunch

small chef salad with ham, cheese and turkey..ranch dressing

2 cups of water

2 cups of hot tea

Snack

chicken salad with ranch dressing

Dinner

2 eggs 2 cups of mixed vegtables with feta cheese

Snack

4 oz of apple juice

2 cups of water

coffee with creamer and sweeter

December 6th-I stretched and weighed in..lost a pound..did a little housework and have decided I will post my measurements and before pics soon.  My brother will be here so I won't be on the computer tomorrow.  Eating better is a bit easier today but I realized I have to stop going to seven eleven...those darn hostess cherry pies....very tempting I am happy to report I didn't have one:) and tomorrow I will go to the grocery store and stock up the house.  And Louie is coming with me..

Breakfast

4 oz. of apple juice

1 cup of water

2 cups of coffee 1 with cream and sweetner

2 eggs with cheese in a little butter and pam

Lunch

2 cups of mixed veggies with seasoning and feta cheese

4 oz. apple juice

1 cup of water

Dinner

seasoned turkey burger on a bed of romaine with ranch dressing

1 vitamin water

1 cup of water

Snack

2 oz. Jalepeno cheese

1 coffee with cream and sweetner

A few sips of coke zero :)

 

My diet right now has little variety...I've had some work done on my mouth..and even eating veggies is a little painful!

December 7th- I stretched this morning...and am still not feeling up to par....as a matter of fact..I felt exhausted...and very sleepy today. I didn't think..that my dental activities would affect me physically the way that it has..... I'm hoping tomorrow that I can start feeling like myself and able to start a real exercise routine....not sure if I will weigh myself everyday but I did weigh in this morning..at 164. 

Breakfast

2 cups of vitamin water

2 cups of water

2 cups of coffee

2 eggs with cheese

Snack

Vegtable juice smoothie

2 cups of water

Lunch

Small Sante Fe Chicken Salad with corn and cheese

1 cup of coffee

1 cup of water

Snack

2 cups of vitamin water

4 small carrots

Dinner

Chili-2 cups of tomatoes, 4 oz of beef, 1/4 cup of fat free refried beans and lots of spice

2 cups of water

Snack

A couple of sips of coke zero

December 8th-Finally felt good enough to go to the store...I stretched in the morning weighed in at 164...ate somewhat decent but figured out a few things...don't assume already made juice smoothies are the best for you..I read the label..and that is a lot of sugar even though I opt to drink the greens..and my vitamin water...no more.... excessive sugar...When I went to the grocery store..I read labels like crazy..and made some very healthy choices...and NO hostess cherry pies! 

Breakfast

2 oz. of jalepeno cheese

2 cups of coffee 1 with cream and splenda

2 cups of water

Snack

Vegtable juice smoothie

2 cups of water

Lunch

Vitamin water

Lunch

small chef salad with turkey, ham and cheese

2 cups of water

Dinner

Salmon with sauteed vegtables..

2 cups of water

Snack

2 oz of jalepeno cheese

1 cup of coffee

My brother came over on the weekend...and brought me...homemade brownies!  Nope didn't have any those diet sabatogers...they are everywhere! :)

December 9th-It was a great day..I felt like myself on the most part...I stretched this morning...and then tonight I started my training....with

10 crunches

5 pushups

10 squats

stretching

I think he is eazing me in...but one thing I noticed..some of my aches and pains are going away..not the kind from exersising but the aches and pains you get from lack of movement.  I took my measurements and it didn't surprise me..38-34-48 and to think I used to complain about 36-28-38.  Believe it or not I used to work out at the gym or rollerblade for 2 hours at a time..it seems like such a long time ago...but in reality not too long ago...its been a couple of years..as long as I have been addicted online.  I'm finding that I am spending plenty of time online as well as in my everyday life...moving more...doing more.....In just a few days..I have more energy...fewer aches and pains and decided to weigh in once a week..I'll drive myself crazy otherwise!  Its a funny thing..when you once ate very healthy..and were somewhat physically fit...it comes back to you...just like muscle! :)  The amazing thing...I'm eating breakfast everyday..and when the morning comes...I need it!  I pack my lunch now the night before..and I let people know I am in a competition online....when they hear that..they don't try so hard to lure me into temptation! 

Breakfast

4 oz. Lite V8 Splash

1/2 cup sliced apples

2 cups of coffee

2 cups of water

Snack

small pickling cucumbers

2 cups of sparkling water

Lunch

Tuna with mayo, mild peppers on romaine

1 cup of coffee

2 cups of water

Dinner

sauteed mixed vegtable with garlic

4 chicken wings

December 10th-Now I feel like I am making progress...stretched in the morning..last night the real work out began...he is still being easy on me...but I can see the routine changing...last night we focused on the mid section...with a variety of crunches...I did 50 :) plus some cardio.  I think the best part is..Louie used to teach..kick boxing..twaek won do..so my training is geared towards stamina..and focus....and sweating.  I was proud..I had to remind him its time to work out... :)  I know that each day..the training will get harder..and he forewarned me.

Breakfast

4 oz of light v-8 splash

2 cups of water

1 cup of coffee

Snack

1 cup of coffee with cream and sweetner

Lunch

3 cups of spinach with 2 cups of tomatoes and feta cheese

2 cups of water

2 cups of hot tea

Snack

4 0z of light v-8 splash

Dinner

2 cups of water

1/2 dungeonise crab steamed

mixed vegi's sauteed in garlic and butter

Snack

2 oz of mixed nuts

1 cup of coffee with cream and sweetner

1 cup of water

December 11-Ok I decided to weigh in..and I lost 3 pounds!  I have noticed since moving around more..my circulation has improved..I suffer with sciatica..but not for long! :)  We took the night off from training but I did stretch in the am...and did a few squats in the evening not because I wanted to...the computer scientist insisted upon it!  It was good...I love that feeling of soreness...muscle soreness.  My energy level is increasing...my stamina improved..and my concentration..much better!

Breakfast

2 Cups of water

2 cups of coffee

4 oz. of light v-8 splash

Snack

4 cups of hot tea

2 cups of hot water (I drink a lot when I am cold!)

Lunch

3 cups of mixed vegtables with 2 cups of tomatoes

Snack

4 oz. of light v-8

4 chicken wings

1 cup of water

1 cup of water with airborne

Dinner

1/2 dungenous crab

sauteed mushrooms and garlic

1 cup of water

1 cup of coffee with creamer and sweetner

December 12-Every day I am feeling better...as a matter of fact..feeling like I am ready to start walking and rollerblading again...I ate well...and plenty...I worked out..even though I didn't want to...It's Friday...and the workout...was pretty easy...strethching and abs once again.

Breakfast

2 oz of mixed nuts

1 4 0z cup of v-8 splash

2 cups of water

2 cups of coffee 1 with cream and sweetner

Snack

1 oz of jalepeno cheese

2 cups of tea

1 cup of water

Lunch

raw mixed vegtables with ranch dressing

snack

4 oz. of light v-8 juice

2 cups of hot water (cold again)

2 cups of tea

Dinner

5 chicken wings

5 raw carrots

I had very little appetite

Snack

1 cup of coffee with creamer and sweetner

2 cups of water