Sorry that you're struggling. Take heart that you've kept up, even if you feel you aren't making much progress. I feel that if I'd stayed in the challenge I might not have gone so off the rails, so staying in is probably a good idea.
Oh no! What happened? When I fell off the map, I *really* fell off the map in terms of posting and reading posts. At least it was only a month gone awry, right?
I do like the added accountability of the challenge. I found that I really just didn't want to do pictures this month, simply because I hadn't done *anything* and it just seemed pointless. EVen though, historically, I haven't made any big progress in pictures, I at least knew i was getting stronger. Either way, it's done now.
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That's so interesting. I wish I could find a physiotherapist I trust. I've had a number of Physical therapists but they never seemed to get a handle on what's up with me. I spent my second pregnancy in a wheelchair because of my hips, then I sprained my knee and both ankles in the subsequent years. I think it was lack of stability, because I have had a couple of falls since then and did not injure myself--I'm much more in control of my body now. But I still have annoying pains--I"m glad I've figured a lot out myself but it would be nice to have a professional to help me out.
I'm glad you're keeping up the fight--crutches are so very frustrating.
It is really a plus. You need to start hanging out in the waiting rooms at sports medicine practices
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Nice to see you back .
Thank you! It is good to be back!
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House guests are nice, but it's always a bit of a relief when they leave.
Indeed. I had two friends visiting over the course of the last two weeks, and they were both here at the same time for part of the trip. It was really wonderful to have them- both are very low maintenance. I am looking forward to having a bit more *me* time and time to focus on my fitness again, though. I really want to be in a state where I can start running and lifting in June.
Monday, 11 May, part I:Houseguests have been gone for three whole days, and I've been slacking quite a bit. I tracked food, but just calories, and it was all rough estimatesl
So, now, I'm back! Tonight, I've pilates class because I've added in an additional session at the physio clinic. Tomorrow, I have my long awaited cycling assessment, nearly five weeks after it was originally scheduled. I was told to expect that I would be cleared to ride after the assessment, so I could be back riding to work on Wednesday morning!
Anyway- time to set my goals for the week.
1. Stay at a sensible deficit per day of 1700 cals
2. Start riding my bike to work (17 miles round trip)- assuming I get OKed
3. Doing my physio exercises every night
I went for my cycling assessment Tuesday night. It was a gloriously sunny evening, and I was OKed to start riding again.
naturally, there was *much* joy for yours truly.
After the assessment, I went home, instead of going for a ride because I didn't have my mobile, it was getting dark, and my husband takes those news reports about urban cycling fatalities very seriously. I didn't mind because surely that beautiful sunshine would persist...
No... Hell No, even! Wednesday called for rains, as does every day in the forecast until Monday, which is the latest they're giving me right now. If only I were part duck! (I really dislike riding in the rain, especially here becuase the roads are so narrow)
So, about those goals I set for myself... it may see premature to check, but I'd like to stay on track for at least the first few days...
1. Stay at a sensible deficit per day of 1700 cals - I'm not doing too bad here.. I'm a bit higher but it's not bad 2. Start riding my bike to work (17 miles round trip)- assuming I get OKed - - damn weather, shakes fist at heavens 3. Doing my physio exercises every night-100% on this one.
Eats - I need to pay more attentoin to my protein.
also on the two days i was a bit higher, I miscalculated an item which threw off the day. Live & Learn.
Just popping in to say hi. I'm not exactly on the wagon myself, just sort of jogging along beside it for the moment... LOL
As long as the wagon isn't truly lost at sea, it's not so bad, eh? How goes the c25k? I'm trying to get my brother to do it. (says the girl who lotteried for two marathons while putting a dent in her couch)
Somethings I think my poor wagon will need a search patrol!
No... Hell No, even! Wednesday called for rains, as does every day in the forecast until Monday, which is the latest they're giving me right now. If only I were part duck! (I really dislike riding in the rain, especially here because the roads are so narrow)
Sorry that the weather's not co-operating. We usually have wet springs as well, but lately I've been putting water on the garden in spots because it's starting to look dry (even though we did finally get rain yesterday, it wasn't much). Here's hoping that next week is better for you.
the 15th was bad. I was home sick and just grazed.
the 16th was pretty good, especially as it was a weekend day. I was out walking a bunch and I had pilates class.
the 17th involved much walking due to existing plans, but it also involved a lot of eating.
the 18th, I had a work offsite with visiting colleagues which meant a trek out to a data center and being festive. I did make it to pilates class that night, though. I now go 2x a week- hopefully this will help me get out of physio sooner) My eating wasn't that bad.
and then today...
the 19th... more work entertaining, but I did cram in a spin class, my first in a very long time.
So, 12 more days until we post. Yet another pep talk! I'm going to be better about tracking and posting
I feel a bit stupid, as didn't I just have this conversation with myself?!? Then again, I probably *should* be having it with myself every day!
Wednesday... more work entertaining; although no lunch outing will make it a bit easier. I know i won't get to squeeze in a workout, but I can at least try to resist the pile of junk from duty free.
holiday Weekend is supposed to have great weather, so with some luck, I'll be spending a bit of it on my wheels!
Sorry that the weather's not co-operating. We usually have wet springs as well, but lately I've been putting water on the garden in spots because it's starting to look dry (even though we did finally get rain yesterday, it wasn't much). Here's hoping that next week is better for you.
Fingers crossed! The arrival of work colleagues has totally put a kink in my plan, *but* the end is near!
Just a few tomatoes and peppers and will plant some zucchini next week. We just don't have so much garden space in the back. Well, that's not true - the main crop in the back are berries (raspberry, boysenberry, gooseberry, red currants) and fruit trees that don't seem to bear much fruit (working on that).
20th 2351cal
21st 1732 cal and lots of walking
22nd 2322
23rd - didn't track, it was a lot - i also biked and went to pilates class
Good news - The work people are gone, and I am no longer obliged to go to lunches and dinners out.
We have a holiday weekend here, and I'm hoping to stay on track for the rest of it. Yesterday was pretty bad... and a surprise dinner out, while fun, really put me over.
Just a few tomatoes and peppers and will plant some zucchini next week. We just don't have so much garden space in the back. Well, that's not true - the main crop in the back are berries (raspberry, boysenberry, gooseberry, red currants) and fruit trees that don't seem to bear much fruit (working on that).
That sounds wonderful!
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I had the same conversation with myself a lot in April, so you've had some company. Sending good vibes your way and have a nice holiday weekend.
Aw. I'm sorry to hear this has been a less than easy month for you as well!
So, I still need to have that talk with myself. Yesterday didn't go so well, either. My husband promised light dinner, and well, it wasn't so light. Fortunately, I was out on my bike for two hours, so I probably broke even.
25 May
Today was a day of lots of walking in town and doing my physio exercises.
Foodwise, I did pretty well. i'm up to 1366 so far, so I have another snack coming. (we had dinner early)
Now, i'm just rushing to get ready for the week ahead.
As long as the wagon isn't truly lost at sea, it's not so bad, eh? How goes the c25k?
Bah. It's not. Anything cardio-like involves far too much time spent stuffing myself into sports bras only to find that there's still too much jiggle and that means pain and milk spurting all over and just bah.
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I feel a bit stupid, as didn't I just have this conversation with myself?!?
I'm pretty sure we all go through phases like that. I do anyway. Just keep smacking yourself in the head and eventually it's right itself again. Or your brains will fall out.
Bah. It's not. Anything cardio-like involves far too much time spent stuffing myself into sports bras only to find that there's still too much jiggle and that means pain and milk spurting all over and just bah.
I'm pretty sure we all go through phases like that. I do anyway. Just keep smacking yourself in the head and eventually it's right itself again. Or your brains will fall out.
I hadn't considered that aspect of motherhood. I think I may never appreciate all that my mother really did for me until I make similar sacrifices. Fortunately, there is more to do than run!
As for bad phases, I don't get it horribly wrong. I've become a pretty good maintainer in the process of learning how to eat... i just need to be a bit more disciplined. Damn you, food! So delicious.
June 1st-
Whole new month, whole new week, maybe even a whole new me?
Probably not, but i'm hoping to keep on eeking in the right direction.
7 weeks until I go to San Francisco, 10 weeks until I go to Taiwan and a beach. I'm not allowed to weightlift yet, but I can do lots of stability exercises and I can do bike and do the eliptical (ew)
As my options in the gym are a bit limited, I'll keep with my prior effort to establish goals that I could actually accomplish if I get off the couch and put down the cheese.
Goals -
I'd like to lose a pound a week on average leading up to this travel. If I lose a bit more, that's OK, but I am trying to lose slowly. I'd like to drop a bit of the insulation that I carry that is very evident when i sit down.(makes me thankful my pics are standing up)
How I'm going to do that -
Diet:
1. My husband has extra super promised to not buy sweets for me. I really think he may mean it this time.
2. I can only drink at home (wine with dinner) 1x a week.
3. When out and drinking socially- not at a meal i'll limit myself to vodka and soda water. Here in the UK, drinks are measured, so ordering a single drink means just 1oz of alcohol. Often, I'll order a single and get in in a pint glass so I also get lots of water.
4. On the days where I'm going out to eat, I'll will plan ahead for a lighter day.
5. I will eat a healthy mid-afternoon snack every day.
6. I will try to keep my protein up so my macros are at least 20% protein
7. I'll keep a deficit, but not a huge one- my target intake is 1700, and i'll plan for 2000 on weekends when I'm weak and have more bike time
Exercise:
1. I'll continue my pilates work at the physio clinic (2h a week) in addition to my therapy sessions
2. I will ride my bike in when such is possible. This is a bit hard right now because I am taking a Mandarin class 2x a week, and I can only take the bike on days when I'm going straight to work and straight home. I'll be able to do this more towards the end of the month.
3. I will take my bike out on all weekend days, weather permitting.
4. I will go to the gym and do some sort of cardio or do it in my house (ride my bike in the house/ do the wii) 2x a week (minimum)
Other-
I'll post more. It really does help me stay motivated to see what all you guys are up to.
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Today I was a good eater. I got in some extra walking and went to pilates. Go me. One down, 29 to go in June!
Stuck with insomnia when i should be sleeping. Yuck. Taking a quick break form the sleep effort before trying again.
In brief, today was good. My deficit was a little too low at 1500.
I had Mandarin class and then physiotherapy- so a bit more walking, and I even got to run at physio for five minutes (a first!). Therapy went really well, and I can definitely see the improvements.
So that leaves me with 2 good days in June and 28 more to go.
Perhaps I shouldn't make all this sound like jail...
Taiwan sounds like fun. I was hoping we would have made a stop there years back, but we ended up in Masan (South Korea) instead. You mention a beach - would that be in Taiwan?
Stuck with insomnia when i should be sleeping. Yuck. Taking a quick break form the sleep effort before trying again.
Yuck, I hate the not sleeping. I've actually managed to get into a decent sleep routine over the last 9 months, and hope to keep it going. Good luck with your next attempt.
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