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Weigh-In … I Knew It
Today’s Weight: 175.5 Loss/Gain: +1.5 lbs Considering the week I’ve had nutritionally I’m not surprised at all by this weight. I was hoping for a maintain, but the last two days have been crave-city and then we had a late … Continue reading
She Kicks My Butt
The lady who used to teach the Cycle Circuit class I usually take at the gym is out on maternity leave. Her replacement is new to me and I’ve fallen in love with her teaching style. She pushes us and … Continue reading
Motivational Monday – I Can
I hope you all had a nice Labor Day. We enjoyed a day at the beach with some friends. It was beautiful out. The winds kicked up a bit, which made for lots of waves and a nice breeze for … Continue reading
Weigh-In … Better Down Than Up
Today’s Weight: 174.0 Loss/Gain: – 2.0 lbs It pains me to say I am down two pounds this week, but I’m higher than I was at the beginning of the month. I also get frustrated when I see myself in … Continue reading
Repost: Are You Lying to Yourself?
I have to confess that I am not beating myself up for the gain that I’m experiencing this year. (See post from earlier today.) It’s been a rough year. Do I wish I could’ve handled the changes in my life … Continue reading
176 … First Ugh, Second a Plan
Last Thursday, before packing up and heading out to our church’s 3-day kids camp, I decided to weigh myself. I won’t belabor you with my reasons, but let me tell you I wasn’t pleased with what I saw. 176 Um, … Continue reading
Motivational Monday – One Scary Step
Today in my gym class the instructor says, “Next is a lateral jump with one leg onto the step.” I stand next to the step and watch her demonstrate. Suddenly the “…with one leg..” part hits me. I’m supposed to … Continue reading
Long Run Mom Style
I decided to go out and get my 5-mile run done this morning while my daughter was at cross country practice. She has practice for 1.5 hours, so I knew even with my slow pace I should be able to … Continue reading
Motivational Monday – My Son The Motivator
My daughter’s coach upped the morning cross country practices to 1.5 hours this week, so I had considered going to the gym for my HIIT class again since it falls during her practice time. Then I woke up, and … Continue reading
Perfect Words at the Perfect Time
I like to listen to podcasts when I go running. Music is encouraging for getting my sweat on on a cardio machine or in a workout class, but for running a podcast gives me something to listen to and think … Continue reading