As I have read so many times before, if you want to accomplish something, it must be scheduled in as a part of the day. So I mentally scheduled in my workout for early afternoon and I'm happy to say I did it! Or should I say "we" did it...
I was joined by Jacob and Caleb who were moving in some form the entire length of the Shred DVD. Caleb picked 2 cans of vegetables out of the pantry to use as his weights. Jacob tried to keep up with the lady who was doing the more challenging moves. Caleb was silent and focused and mimicked everything Jillian did. Jacob kept talking and asking questions and I taught him that if you can talk that much, your not working out very hard! The actions of both boys during these 20 minutes were clear reflections of their personalities. I was glad they both finished which inspired me to finish as well. I was sweating a lot and Jacob asked if I was crying if that tells you anything about today's session! (BTW-no tears, just sweat)
Thanks to those of you who commented on FB or here on my blog. When I woke up this morning, I felt a little dumb for creating this blog. I was thinking "Why did I write that? I don't want to come across as anything other than a person trying hard to do something that is difficult for me." I hope my intent is clear. Your encouraging words helped me write more and push play on the DVD.
To my fellow Shredders (Alissa, Matt, Belinda and Sally....and whoever else wants to join) Work hard today and I can't wait to here how your day went!
Weight: 137.6
Feelings: Shins are very sore. Other than that, I can feel sore muscles but sore in a good way. Since I knew what was coming up in the DVD, it seemed to go faster than yesterday. I'm having trouble a particular section that involves side lunges and anterior arm lifts with weights (I think that's what she called them). They are difficult and I need more practice at them.
I am impressed that you are so brave to post your weight. I know I could never post my weight for the world to see. It's just too big a number. I'm going to look this Shred thing up on google or whatever and find out more.
ReplyDeleteMichel....according to all the people I have known who go to Weight Watchers, weighing in in front of someone is a big motivator. It certainly is for me. I don't look so much at the number as much as how I feel about the number. For me, it's the highest I've ever been non-prego. That is somethng I want/need to change.
ReplyDeleteThe 30 Day Shred is a Jillian Michaels (of Biggest Loser fame) DVD. It's intense 20 minutes EVERYDAY cardio/strength and abs. I can kill 20 minutes so easily on FB, email, tv. I should be able to work out for 20 min. And I want to see if it really works or not. Of course, you have to eat right as well.
My cousin Christa had a lot of success with Weight Watchers. So I know their program must be a good one. Christa was never as overweight as I am, but she looks just great. And I'm also bigger/heavier than I've ever been (except when I was pregnant with Owen). A very honest friend of mine recently told me that I've gone from being "thick" to being borderline "fat." I asked his opinion, he didn't just come up with it, and he said he finds me attractive anyway, but I've never had anyone call me fat and really mean it. So I know that something has to be done. Sometimes with workout videos, I feel so awkward. I can't mimic the moves the instructor is doing. And I feel like my body is too heavy to be able to actually move the way I am supposed to in order to get a true workout. This of course is an excuse... I also have a gym membership I don't use because I don't have someone to watch Owen while I go. (Another excuse.) Anyway, reading your blog is making me think. And as far as your eating out concerns go... I know at least two rules: nothing fried and nothing that has pasta. I'm sure you know that already. :) Best of luck to you, and I will continue to read your blog.
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