Healthy renewal - new fitness goal

Some of the things that work for me when I have a craving - drink a big glass of ice water, eat something low cal and filling like carrots or cucumbers, and if you still have the craving, take a reasonable serving of what you crave, remove yourself from the rest of it, eat the serving slowly, and when about half or 60% done, throw out the rest of it.

When I crave Coke or Pepsi, I buy a 12 oz can at 7-11 or the gas station, sip it very slowly as I go down the road, and at the half way point, roll down the window and dump the rest out.

Fresia, you got the job? Congrats!! That's awesome!

We've been having some terrible storms lately, too. I so need to get back on track with my running. But falling off the bandwagon sure makes it hard to get back on...

Thanks RS.

That bandwagon sure moves fast sometimes to hop back on. I know when my schedule interferes that end up with a couple of days missed, it is hard to get back on. I try to think of how much better I feel once I get going or the sense of accomplishment afterward; and if that doesn't work, there is always bribery of some kind of reward or treat for motivation. Works every time.

Goals today: walking and weights

So I skipped the weights. It was too hard to be indoors the last couple of days and have just been hiking. Haven't checked the weather yet but looks like it might be nice again today.

The adoption applications came through the one dog did not, there are other applications ahead of mine for the same critter. However, the other application, the dog will be available to go see on Monday. So may have a new walking/biking partner, which will be exciting.

Goal today: walk and bike

Hope all is going well with your goals.

Such a gorgeous day. I have already been for a ride and will walk again this afternoon. I have logs to split today so that will take the place of doing any weights.

Goal this afternoon: split firewood and walking

I completely shirked my chores yesterday and took a nice long ride instead. Since it is supposed to rain this afternoon, seemed like a better time to do the firewood today instead....that's my theory.

Hiccup with the adoption from the rescue: the dog I wanted to see, is not coming in until next Sunday now. There is one there that is a possibility now, tomorrow in fact, but really wanted to meet the other one that is not here yet. It is hard because they asked if still want to come see this one, she is not exactly what I was looking for except supposedly in temperament department. Makes it hard to to choose and possibly miss out on a great dog, if pass on the one that is here currently; but then will always wonder about the other, if go and see this one, and fall for her before seeing the other one.

I just was so looking forward to having a companion for walks and biking, sooner rather than later, but cannot let this cloud my judgment. I am such a softy; I am afraid to go and look at her tomorrow. Would I really be able to walk away?! Ah, decisions, if only could take them both home.

Goal today: walking and unorthodox workout- splitting firewood, turns out can burn 362 cal per hour doing this though, besides the weight lifting of hauling the logs, it should be a good workout.

Yeah, splitting logs is slightly strenuous.

We went to a pet store the other day, partially to get cat food and partially because the greyhound rescue was supposed to be there. All the way there, and pretty much all week, I was saying to my husband, "We have to promise to not bring home a puppy." Not that could have happened, you have to fill out an application and all that. But it was all moot, they weren't there. I was sad. We went and walked around the zoo to try and cheer me up. It worked a little, but still sad...

So, I started my running program over (again). I start it over whenever I'm starting to feel discouraged or bored. It helps a little. Only, this time I've been having a terrible time with my arches. Went to the gym yesterday, and I think I ran maybe 5 or 10 minutes before I had to stop, they hurt so bad. I'm on strict husband orders to not run for two days, roll out my arches every day (at least once), and when I can run again, I have to tape them. I just bought new running shoes, and I don't know if that's part of the problem or what. But, it's kind of helping my motivation to say "I GET to run on Tuesday!" instead of "I have to run on Tuesday...." We shall see. I"ll keep you updated!

Good luck with your wood chopping! Funny, they have exercises called wood chops

Good luck to everyone keeping motivation up and reaching goals!

I hope all goes better with your arches. In dealing with plantar fascitis myself, it is tricky and yet frustrating to get them well again. Hoping for speedy recovery meanwhile.

The meet and greet did not go well with this rescue on Monday; the dog got along great with the one, and attacked my other one. Meanwhile, I got a notice of an adoption event from the group today that has the dog i really want but have not heard back if she is still available, as there were other applications ahead of me. I am still do disappointed as she was adorable and my dream breed. The event is 2.5 hours away and so I contacted them to find out if she will be there or not before making the trip with mine. Otherwise I think I may hold out for bit if this does not go through, not wanting to put mine through this again. I was hoping they would have another play and running mate but this is actually getting to be more stressful than fun.

I start my new job on Monday so some days this week exercise has been a great stress relief, and then other days I find myself shutting down due to being being overwhelmed with emotions and depressed at times. This probably when I most should exercise, I just am finding I have no energy. I need to work on my will power.

On a side note, water weight, this may sound strange, does anyone else notice on humid days a feeling of being more swollen, such in their feet and hands? Of course then am wondering about all over too. I feel larger on these days and notice a slight increase on the scales as well. Coincidence perhaps or have just have too much sodium in take the day before, but with the heat and humidity, I feel like SUCH a slug.

Goal today:walking and weights

Wishing you well on your health and fitness goals! Keep up the good work.

Going to try to get away today to the beach. Should be good exercise to walk and run in the sand, then relax with a good book, warm sun, ocean breezes, and sound of the surf. I cannot believe it, 3 more days of freedom left. Need to make the most of them.

Goal today: beach bum, walking/jogging

Fresia, I predict by this time next week, the new-job jitters will be a lot better, so your motivation to work out will come back. Relax and enjoy the beach - wish I would do that today, I'm stuck at work doing a particularly nasty project that has to get finished, the kind of thing that makes me want to stop and get a bottle of vodka on the way home and get wasted - which is pretty bad, since I don't drink alcohol, at all, ever, as in NEVER in my life (and, I am NOT starting now, LOL).

Regarding the fluid retention thing - oh, absolutely. I think humid weather makes it so much harder for your lungs to work - especially when you think of the pollutants like ozone that spike during those hot, sticky spells - it definitely makes it harder. People with lung issues like COPD are known to have flare-ups and crises during hot, humid weather. So, it's reasonable to think the rest of us can have issues, too.

I'm having a "spa-menu" day - very light, a lot of cucumbers and water and just plain protein, a little fruit, and no carbs. It helps.

So did not get the beach; Dad had to go to the doc (he is good now fortunately) and ended up running errands which included getting my car out of the shop. My first paycheck will be spent before I even get it. However, now that I have my car back, I can go whenever this weekend. I have some things I want to get done this morning so hopefully this afternoon instead.

It's funny how I have this image of being able to walk or run on the lovely beach, but have a feeling I will find myself hopelessly out of shape bogged down in the sand, despite all the other activities that I have been doing. Should be curious to find out, the other thing that will be curious is whether or not can go swimming. With the hurricane, how did that affect the water temp, warmer or cooler? Usually it is too cold for me, so perhaps may swim too.

Goal today: beach walking/run, swim (?) , no matter-fun in sun

First day new job, fortunately it was really short, 5.5 hours of paperwork and computer training. Sitting though all through it was a killer with one 5 min break. Another person and I were out-voted on breaking for lunch... I so needed to go for a walk and to get my lunch from the car. I did not realize how much I am used to moving around until today. In that regard, despite how nervous I am about tomorrow, I am glad my position is up and moving normally. I think I might get a pedometer to see how many more steps I take as I start this new position. OOh, now that I think about it, there may be one on my phone, will have to see.

So weighing in monthly has not been my best idea. I have to go back to weekly for the feedback to know if I need to make adjustments sooner rather than later. It is time to start this again. I was appalled in the doc's office last week how little had lost after letting this go and thinking that it will all come out in the end. Time to pay more attention again.

Weigh-in: down 1.9 lbs from last week.

Goal today: walk

Hi Fresia. Really moving and motivating post. Sorry that I don't have the time to go through all of your post and the whole thread so I will ask you directly. How is the schedule going? Getting closer to the desired goal?

Thanks,
Jenna

Hi Jenna25brown,
Thanks for asking. I met the first two goal weights and was thrilled about this, especially now back at work. My weight isn't as hard on my feet, knees, and back as it would have been, besides it was nice not to have had to go get more clothes. However, I still have a ways to go. I am just made it out of the woods of being considered obese now but am still significantly overweight. It is motivating me to do more as have seen now that it can be done, with patience and perseverance.

The next goal has been a been more of a struggle as life is getting in the way in facing demons in what it means to be thinner, and for what I understand are normal ups and downs of trying to change lifestyle to healthier choices and to loose weight in my case. Lots of tempting things out there and motivation wanes at times in dealing with the setbacks/plateaus and all the stressors right now. Yet still plugging away. Taking things moment by moment.

I hope this finds you well and best wishes with whatever your goals are.
Thanks again for asking how things are going.

Good luck everyone with your goals!

My goal today: biking after work

First week of the new new job had its ups and down, and very stressful. The most problematic part to come out of it has been standing to observe and not moving much. My feet are taking the brunt of it. I had planned to use my breaks to go for walks but I could hardly move by the end of the week. t least when I get home I could get on my athletic shoes, most comfortable, to be able to walk the dogs after a rest but still could not go as far as normally would. Hopefully this will change now that have found better shoes, 4 pairs later, and after some rest this weekend.

I am missing having a swimming membership right now to take the strain off my joints and feet. I need a paycheck to be able to join the pool though so it may be a little bit longer before I can do this.

Goals today: bike this morning, look at rescue, get them settled in if a match, and then take them walking later.

The rescue seems to have been a good match but ended up having to take her to ER vet this morning, turns out she has kennel cough, bless her. Now just hope the other ones don't catch it. Took a shorter walk, pathetic bunch we are: she could hardly breath and I could hardly walk still, feet are still so sore. So more frequent, shorter walks instead. Thank goodness for orientation tomorrow; I never thought I would be so glad to sit. Meanwhile dreading weigh in tomorrow.

Goal this afternoon: biking

I know I should weigh-in this morning as I couldn't yesterday but dreading it still; can't bring myself to do it but I will face the numbers today. Meanwhile, it was nice having orientation yesterday at the other facility; it was easier to get outside to go for a walk during the break as it is a much smaller facility. Today will have to see how that goes with hopefully the new shoes will being better today.

Walked this morning.
Goal after work: walking, and maybe bike ride but this one without the dogs.

well this week, the new shoes were a bit better but was still in pain by the end of the day making it hard to do anything else when I got home. I did walk with the dogs every day, morning and evening, despite this. The shoes that were recommended have come in so will try to pick them up on Monday or Tuesday at the latest; if only I could wear my athletic shoes, darn it.

Today I biked, which was a nice change of pace and with the weather being so nice; it was a welcome break. I have missed it. The new dog is going to need more time to get used to it, terribly afraid, bless her. Will just need to have patience.

Meanwhile, crappy weather expected this week. Going to try to get in more weights along with walking and biking this week are the goals AND no matter what I have to weigh in tomorrow. I know I have been stress eating; I need a reality check as this too if there is more weight that I have put on is not going to help my feet.

Goal tomorrow: weights, p/u new shoes.

With the weigh-in yesterday, the bad news is that I have not lost one thing.
The good news is that I have not gained anything either surprisingly enough.

So I have slacked off on doing weights, which I know will boost metabolism with building muscle mass. I have a couple more days before I have to put them away and before company comes at the end of the week; considering they take up most of the whole guest room floor, it might be nice to let them have some walking space. At least I can get in two more workouts.

Trying to figure out some differences of late since I have a new routine now in going back to work. I have been stressed with craving carbs. This needs to change by being better with taking/planning healthier snacks to/for work for breaks instead of grabbing something on the go and NOT reaching for something in the moment. My will power is not that strong yet. I also have not made the best choices as well in the evenings as I have been too tired too cook, and realized last night, I have been grabbing more things on the go for meals too in the evening. I think over the weekends will start to plan out some meals to make for the week, ready to go.

Goal today: weights, walking

So the shoes that came in did not work out and spent another week hobbling around, with little to no aerobic activity as a result. But have made it through 3 weeks of work now. This last specialty shoe place I found gave me inserts for another pair that are supposed to be for those that are on their feet all day. We'll see. I have a week off with the family here this week, perhaps will be able to recover some meanwhile.

I am concerned though because not only am I feeling the weight gain now, showing in the snugness of my clothes, I am seeing it in the dogs as well. It is amazing the difference exercise makes, or rather lack thereof. If this next pair does not work, I will make an appointment with the podiatrist because I have no idea where to go from here otherwise.

We are headed to the beach today. It will be lovely to spend some time walking on the sand and in the water, which should be easier on the joints and to relax with the niece and nephew. They are so adorable to see their enthusiasm there.

Met one goal today: walked the dogs this morning, had a light breakfast
Goal this afternoon: lighter meals, and to walk with them again this evening.

Hi Fresia - I read the first two pages of 5 in this thread just now. You've been amazingly consistent and congrats on getting the job and rescuing the cat!

You asked for any tips, and I thought of a couple of things you might find helpful. With cravings, I find those digestive enzyme supplements and eating more slowly help me get more out of my food. Smaller quantities satisfy for a longer time, and I feel better.

For migraines, amazingly ginger seems to help a lot. My husband would get migraines for 2 days, and then i read about ginger. He takes some ginger tea (made from fresh ginger root) or candied ginger (you might want to avoid the sugar!) and the oncoming migraine recedes.

I'll read more of your journey later. I am on a similar journey to maintain awareness of my body and become healthier.

Hi H3mit, Thanks for following along. I know I don't have the best tips as I am learning but others do, and thanks so much for sharing yours. Always helps.

I guess I was vague in my post, sorry about that, I actually adopted a dog; a Vizsla mix. I can't have cats where I live; they don't survive if they accidentally get out of the house (as I have dog door, good for them ,not for the cat, which would make it too easy), between the coyotes and fisher cats, it would be cruel to bring one here. I miss having one though, some day again. Meanwhile, the dog can accompany me on my walks, hikes, and bike riding. Which will be limited to walking today due to the crappy weather.

I will say though, I got the best workout yesterday on the beach. The water is too cold to swim in but I walked and ran on the beach. It was easier on the joints due to the softer impact but was more work. I am sore today as a result; muscles that never get used for stabilization are screaming and oh, my butt... I never thought it could be so sore.

Goal today: walking and more walking; if I can just get my intake down.

Yesterday managed to get in another beach day, walking and running. I saw a school of whales offshore; it was so cool. I am really going to hate going back to work as I could get used to this. Perhaps I should buy a lottery ticket this weekend.

Today was sore again, so walked in the morning and just came back from another.

Tomorrow's goal is to get the weights set back up now that the company is gone.

All went well really well until I went back to work this week. I am so tired and drained by the end of the day. I was able to walk on Monday and bike on Tuesday but I could not go as far as normally would. Perhaps it will get better with time; trying to remember have not worked in over a decade so to cut myself some slack but I don't won't to regress either.

Goals today: exchange shoes that have come in, walk this evening, change out snack in the morning break to take yogurt and granola, (not going to partake of coffee cake or muffins that someone has always baked and brought in), and make it through another day.