Maybe I'm weird (and have few social skills) but I just always say, "Nope, don't like it." or "No, I just don't want any." I'm a picky snot with strange tastes and I've never hidden it behind polite excuses so I guess everyone just accepts it now. I'm not actually rude about it but I'm not bending over backwards to spare someone's overly sensitive feelings about a silly thing like tastes & food. (Does that make me mean? LOL)
And I expect the same of folks who eat my cooking. If they don't like it, I want them to tell me about it because then I'll know to change that item up for something more suitable next time. Or, sometimes, they just don't want it at that time, depending on mood. Nothing wrong with that, either. What would hurt my feelings is for them to cram it down their throats out of pure politeness, thinking I was so shallow to get offended over such non-issue. For Pete's sake, we're all human and have widely varying tastes, wants, and needs.
Maybe I'm weird (and have few social skills) but I just always say, "Nope, don't like it." or "No, I just don't want any." I'm a picky snot with strange tastes and I've never hidden it behind polite excuses so I guess everyone just accepts it now. I'm not actually rude about it but I'm not bending over backwards to spare someone's overly sensitive feelings about a silly thing like tastes & food. (Does that make me mean? LOL)
And I expect the same of folks who eat my cooking. If they don't like it, I want them to tell me about it because then I'll know to change that item up for something more suitable next time. Or, sometimes, they just don't want it at that time, depending on mood. Nothing wrong with that, either. What would hurt my feelings is for them to cram it down their throats out of pure politeness, thinking I was so shallow to get offended over such non-issue. For Pete's sake, we're all human and have widely varying tastes, wants, and needs.
Sorry, this is one of my pet peeves.
LOL, No I totally get you there. Next time, I will try this method. LOL
Maybe I'm weird (and have few social skills) but I just always say, "Nope, don't like it." or "No, I just don't want any." I'm a picky snot with strange tastes and I've never hidden it behind polite excuses so I guess everyone just accepts it now. I'm not actually rude about it but I'm not bending over backwards to spare someone's overly sensitive feelings about a silly thing like tastes & food. (Does that make me mean? LOL)
Nah.... just common sense, if you ask me. I'm the same way. People are used to my eating what I want LOL!
"As far as (healthy) eating, either do it, or don't. Same issues repeated over and over is just insanity. We either commit to the endeavor or pay lip-service to it. This is the hardest part of the whole process, and it needs to be practiced more than the actual physical training. It's mind training." ~ Matt Thorne
"The reason that most people fail instead of succeed is that they trade what they want most for what they want at the moment."
I do apologize if I don't keep updated on anyone's journals. I am super busy at work & by the time I get home, I read my journal and pass out LOL. I will try to be better, but I am not neglected you guys by no means on purpose.
I am totally not feeling the gym today. I took yesterday off, because I was getting my hair done. Normally after a rest day, I want to take on the world, but today I want to take on the couch. I keep looking for a quick pre-made workout then maybe I will do that b/c I won't have to think so much about creating a plan. blah
When I don't feel like working out I make a deal with myself.... I say just run for 10 minutes or just do some pushups. Usually once I get going I want to keep going. Getting started is the hardest part!
"As far as (healthy) eating, either do it, or don't. Same issues repeated over and over is just insanity. We either commit to the endeavor or pay lip-service to it. This is the hardest part of the whole process, and it needs to be practiced more than the actual physical training. It's mind training." ~ Matt Thorne
"The reason that most people fail instead of succeed is that they trade what they want most for what they want at the moment."
I do apologize if I don't keep updated on anyone's journals. I am super busy at work & by the time I get home, I read my journal and pass out LOL. I will try to be better, but I am not neglected you guys by no means on purpose.
No worries! We all have those crazy things called life -- some of us more so than others.
When I don't feel like working out I make a deal with myself.... I say just run for 10 minutes or just do some pushups. Usually once I get going I want to keep going. Getting started is the hardest part!
Thanks, yea I am not feeling it today either. Maybe I can try to muster up the courage to do my treadmill today...
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x2! Good for you for getting there!
Today, is another day of struggling to get there. I don't know whats with me lol.
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No worries! We all have those crazy things called life -- some of us more so than others.
Yea, trust me. I get no down time at work. Its the way of the trade I guess.
Yep, totally unplanned rest day. I feel guilty I didnt go through with my planned SS Cardio for today. I just cant push myself to do it. Its better me rest now then end up giving up and resting a whole week.
Tonight I plan on relaxing with my BF. Tomorrow is a new day. Saturday is HIIT then weights. I will be rested and ready.
I am honestly looking into revising my workouts. I am thinking about trying the NROL original series. I really liked NROL4W. I have seen some of the ladies' Fat Loss NROL workouts, which look like a ton of fun. We will see or look into some sort of circuit training...meh
I bought the NROL book last night at B&N with my BF. Lets tell you what, trying to explain to him why I didn't want the Women's version again and wanted to workout like a man was hilarious. "Are you going to get big like a body builder?" ~ LOL I love how everyone assumes all women who weight lift want to become She-Ra.
I am going to finish reading the book this morning. I have a 11am appointment at my allergist, then I am going to go to the gym around 12/1...when no one is there (perfect time for a quiet, peaceful workout where I get free reign of the weight room). NROL workout post to come later if I finish reading.
After reading the book, I have decided to embark on the Program Designed for the Experienced Lifter with some Fat to Lose (Lifter Ex 4). It starts off with a break in program and moves into the Fat Loss. I really like NROL periodization and incorporation of HIIT from the get go.
I will keep my 2-3 days of cardio on non-weight days for now until my intervals increase from 3 days to 4 (which is around week 5). I will keep my SS day of walking/cross training in to keep blood flowing for sure. I want to keep doing 4-5 days of cardio for health purposes (I have hereditary high cholesterol, which I manage with diet and cardio as per Dr. recommendations) .
NROL Break In Program: Week 1 - Workout 1
A. Squat
Warm Up 7 reps @ 45
2x15 55/65
B. Static Lunge
Warm Up 7 reps ech leg BW
2x15 ech leg 45/45
2 PT DB Row
Warm Up 5 reps ech arm @ 15lb
2x15 ech arm 15/18
C. Push Ups 5/15/15
Swiss Ball Crunch 15/15
HIIT
5 min warm up @ 5.5
1min @ 8.0
2min @ 4.0
(3 rounds)
5min cool down @ 6.0
Good job getting to the gym and doing some great workouts even when not feeling it! That's the hard, hard part, so kudos.
Thanks. It is hard to get myself on most Wednesdays for some odd reason.
Eating was crappy today. It was my boyfriend's brother's 18th birthday. We ate a late breakfast, no lunch, and a small dinner followed by my one and only sugar for the week. I tell you what, having sugar 1x week gave me a stomach ache (as I haven't had any processed sugars in 9 days). Sign that it is BAD for me. Still no soda. Had a few caffeinated beverages this week, but no where near what I used to drink.
I plan on hitting up the grocery store Tuesday on my day off. I have some things (i.e. oats, tuna, salad, beans, eggs). I need to get fruit, some bags of frozen veggies, vegetables, nuts, and some other healthy foods. I am trying not to buy my own groceries, but it seems as if my family neglected to buy any fruits or veggies or nuts this week. Nicee..... They do buy a lot of healthy proteins, so that is a plus.
I tell you what, having sugar 1x week gave me a stomach ache (as I haven't had any processed sugars in 9 days). Sign that it is BAD for me. Still no soda. Had a few caffeinated beverages this week, but no where near what I used to drink.
Yay on the still no soda! I haven't had any either... today makes 2 weeks! I really haven't been tempted either, although I did think about it today for a bit. Decided that it just wasn't worth it though...
I'm wondering if I will experience the same re: the sugar. Since starting the Zone diet (I've now finished 12 days 100% on plan) I have eaten cleaner than... geez, probably EVER.
Looks like you have a good plan in place.... good luck with NROL!
"As far as (healthy) eating, either do it, or don't. Same issues repeated over and over is just insanity. We either commit to the endeavor or pay lip-service to it. This is the hardest part of the whole process, and it needs to be practiced more than the actual physical training. It's mind training." ~ Matt Thorne
"The reason that most people fail instead of succeed is that they trade what they want most for what they want at the moment."
Yay on the still no soda! I haven't had any either... today makes 2 weeks! I really haven't been tempted either, although I did think about it today for a bit. Decided that it just wasn't worth it though...
I'm wondering if I will experience the same re: the sugar. Since starting the Zone diet (I've now finished 12 days 100% on plan) I have eaten cleaner than... geez, probably EVER.
Looks like you have a good plan in place.... good luck with NROL!
Thanks. Unfortunately, I can't seem to cut out sugar completely. It is something I would like to work towards, but it is better than my past. I used to have desert or sugary coffee drinks at least 5x wk. So 1x week or once every 2wks is a good change.
Trust me, I hope you won't have the same experience with the sugar. It was comparable to a hang over minus the dehydration. The nausea and headache were there. ugh lol
I am def. looking forward to NROL. Now, I have NROL, Power Lifting and NROL4W books. So it looks like I am set for workout plans for a while LOL..
Plans for today consist of gym, healthy food grocery shopping. I have an interview today for another job. Although I have a stable job, I want to see if this offer is a better opportunity, so hmm should be interesting.
starting to feel guilty for taking a rest day.... I need a little reminder on why I need rest. Head says Run, Body says Rest. I am trying to ignore my head at the present time.
starting to feel guilty for taking a rest day.... I need a little reminder on why I need rest. Head says Run, Body says Rest. I am trying to ignore my head at the present time.
Don't feel guilty... listen to your body! Your head will shut up eventually...
"As far as (healthy) eating, either do it, or don't. Same issues repeated over and over is just insanity. We either commit to the endeavor or pay lip-service to it. This is the hardest part of the whole process, and it needs to be practiced more than the actual physical training. It's mind training." ~ Matt Thorne
"The reason that most people fail instead of succeed is that they trade what they want most for what they want at the moment."
Don't feel guilty... listen to your body! Your head will shut up eventually...
Thanks. I chose to relax, read cosmo, blog, cuddle and watch LOST. lol
Not to be cyberstalking you or anything, but I took a peek at your blog. What progress you have made!!!! You are truly a great example of before and after.
starting to feel guilty for taking a rest day.... I need a little reminder on why I need rest. Head says Run, Body says Rest. I am trying to ignore my head at the present time.
Muscles aren't built in the gym, they're built in rest.
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No "happy hours" makes for a lot of miserable days. - Mahler
Not to be cyberstalking you or anything, but I took a peek at your blog. What progress you have made!!!! You are truly a great example of before and after.
Hahaha... don't worry... I won't call the cyber-police LOL! Thanks for the compliment! (And I wouldn't put the link in my signature if I was trying to keep it a secret, you know! )
"As far as (healthy) eating, either do it, or don't. Same issues repeated over and over is just insanity. We either commit to the endeavor or pay lip-service to it. This is the hardest part of the whole process, and it needs to be practiced more than the actual physical training. It's mind training." ~ Matt Thorne
"The reason that most people fail instead of succeed is that they trade what they want most for what they want at the moment."
Good for you for getting there!
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