Chelle 42 yr old Pagan Witch, mom of 4, living in the MidWest
willowraven's Journal
Sep 22 2006 22:10I have been SOOO tired today. I only got about 3.5 hours of sleep last night (which is probably the reason why I am so darn tired) and woke up to discover that my daughter, who was suppose to be ready for school, was still in bed with a sore throat. So, it's just been a LONG day today which felt even longer because said daughter is also on punishment until Monday AM from ALL electronics in the house because of her severe attitude that needs some serious adjusting. That means no computers, no tv, no video games, no PSP or anything else. Not even a radio or walkman. And by about 3 this afternoon I was hearing "I'm so bored" coming out of her mouth. Oh well - she flipped her mouth off one too many times and now she's dealing with the consequences. Deal.
I cleaned the house for about an hour and half this AM. I'm not talking just a light dusting and vacuuming. I'm talking sponge and Spic & Span and scrubbing down counters and all that other stuff. So while I didn't go to the gym today (tomorrow is our 'on' day for the gym) I did manage to get in some exercise, and of course, I logged it in. Been doing good with the food today - we had spaghetti tonite with meatless sauce, and I added some boneless/skinless chicken (diced) to mine. It was pretty good. I have also done my 8 8-oz of water already so any water I drink from here on is bonus!
Not much else going on today. I have just been basically working on my zillion emails from my email groups, and working on tags (new and requests) in Paint Shop Pro. Tomorrow morning we have to go pick up our Angel Food order. (For those who don't know what it is, click here.) One of the local churches sponsors it. (Actually it's about a 15 minute drive each way, which isn't too bad.)
My goal for tomorrow at the gym is to hit 18+ minutes (total) on the bike. I know I won't be able to do it in 1 shot, but it's just a matter of time before I will be able to do it. I'm just happy to be able to do what I can. I'm not beating myself up for what I am not able to accomplish yet. I'll take it as it comes.
Hope everyone had a good one today!
Think I'm gonna go take a shower and take a break from this computer.
I cleaned the house for about an hour and half this AM. I'm not talking just a light dusting and vacuuming. I'm talking sponge and Spic & Span and scrubbing down counters and all that other stuff. So while I didn't go to the gym today (tomorrow is our 'on' day for the gym) I did manage to get in some exercise, and of course, I logged it in. Been doing good with the food today - we had spaghetti tonite with meatless sauce, and I added some boneless/skinless chicken (diced) to mine. It was pretty good. I have also done my 8 8-oz of water already so any water I drink from here on is bonus!
Not much else going on today. I have just been basically working on my zillion emails from my email groups, and working on tags (new and requests) in Paint Shop Pro. Tomorrow morning we have to go pick up our Angel Food order. (For those who don't know what it is, click here.) One of the local churches sponsors it. (Actually it's about a 15 minute drive each way, which isn't too bad.)
My goal for tomorrow at the gym is to hit 18+ minutes (total) on the bike. I know I won't be able to do it in 1 shot, but it's just a matter of time before I will be able to do it. I'm just happy to be able to do what I can. I'm not beating myself up for what I am not able to accomplish yet. I'll take it as it comes.
Hope everyone had a good one today!
Think I'm gonna go take a shower and take a break from this computer.
hi there, i added you as a friend :) i've read a few of your journal entries and in terms of excersice you and i have a lot in common. i am also one of the bigger girls on CC (start weight 324 - down to around 305), and i struggle at the gym to keep my endurance up. i ride a stationary bike and i too am working up in small increments - right now i can handle 15 mins on the bike - sometimes broken up into two 'sessions'. i am mostly a treadmill person, and i like it because i can walk fast for 1 minute, slower for 5 minutes, incline 1 minute...that sort of thing... finally, it sounds like you are the mom of preteens/teenagers, and while i don't have kids of my own (i'm in my late 20s), i work as a substitute teacher...and am very familiar with their behaviour and moods!! looking forward to see you around on the forums.... Good Luck on your journey to a more healthy-weight you!! :D |
*peep* btw, i started with walking just 3 mins a day... all i could tolerate mentally & physically. very slow like 1.5 miles mph. i was surprised at how well my breathing capacity and ability to walk improved with time and even started into water aerobics which helped much more. if you ever get the chance to try that... just wanted to pop by for a hug & see how it's going. jules |
You're doing great Willow - and the way I see it, exactly like you should. Breaking up your exercise into manageable increments is the best way to go - all that really matters is getting some exercise no matter what it is:) And in the long run, your stamina will improve and your rate of exercise can follow. I laughed (maybe shouldn't have) about your daughter - more precisely the punishment and the "I'm bored!" comment. My wife has a similar form of discipline and I've heard the very same words come out of my step daughter's mouth LOL. Keep up the good work! |
hey willow, i left you a bunch of links in your scale post.... go see if any of those will work for you!! good luck. |
Blessed Mabon, Willowraven!! =) |
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