Since the 5k almost 2 weeks ago, I have been having a bit of knee issue. Not with my right knee (the one I had issues with a couple of months ago) but my left one. It's not a pain like the one I had before, but it is annoying anyhow.
When I jumped on the treadmill 3 days ago for the first time since the 5k, I felt really great and I did 2 miles. Then I got on the treadmill yesterday - but barely made 3/4 of a mile, because my knee was bothering me. It wasn't a terrible pain, but it was enough to make me stop because the last thing I need is an injured knee. Today, my knee has been feeling good. I hadn't felt the pain at all so I jumped back on the treadmill for the 3rd day in a row - and this time, it felt good again! In fact I did my record 2 mile treadmill run, with a time of 23:20.
I am happy with that, especially considering that I slowed down to 3.8 for a little while and cranked up the incline, just to mix things up a bit. I even tried going 7 mph for the first time...I managed to do it for about a minute. I probably could have gone a bit longer, but I was mentally freaking myself out.
Anyhow...I will keep you posted on my weight loss progress...There is an important milestone coming soon...40 lbs. It is SO close yet SO far away....So let's cross our fingers!
Rabu, 29 Juni 2011
Senin, 27 Juni 2011
Weight chart update
I forgot, I had said that after every couple of losses, I would post an updated "weight chart" showing the dates and weights through my journey. Here is my most recently updated version:
January 1st 2011 - 227
January 12th 2011 - 222
January 13th 2011 - 220
January 17th 2011 - 217
January 22nd 2011 - 215
January 27th 2011 - 214
February 2nd 2011 - 213
February 3rd 2011 - 212
February 8th 2011 - 211
February 13th 2011 - 209
February 15th 2011 - 208
March 8th 2011 - 207
March 23rd 2011 - 205
March 25th 2011 - 203
March 31st 2011 - 202
April 11th 2011 - 200
April 18th 2011 - 199
May 15th, 2011 - 197
May 21st 2011 - 195.5
May 22nd 2011 - 194
June 10th 2011 - 193
June 19th 2011 - 192
June 26th 2011 - 190
January 1st 2011 - 227
January 12th 2011 - 222
January 13th 2011 - 220
January 17th 2011 - 217
January 22nd 2011 - 215
January 27th 2011 - 214
February 2nd 2011 - 213
February 3rd 2011 - 212
February 8th 2011 - 211
February 13th 2011 - 209
February 15th 2011 - 208
March 8th 2011 - 207
March 23rd 2011 - 205
March 25th 2011 - 203
March 31st 2011 - 202
April 11th 2011 - 200
April 18th 2011 - 199
May 15th, 2011 - 197
May 21st 2011 - 195.5
May 22nd 2011 - 194
June 10th 2011 - 193
June 19th 2011 - 192
June 26th 2011 - 190
Minggu, 26 Juni 2011
Sunday morning weigh-in
This was another weekend of indulgences...I had Pizza hut Friday night, leftover pizza on Saturday morning, Reb Lobster on Saturday afternoon, and wine both Friday and Saturday nights. So I figured, eh I probably gained a little.
Nope. Lost some more. Total is now 37 lost. I am so excited, but I don't get it!! It would appear that maybe I am cutting too many calories during the week, and I have thought of that before of course. But when I add some calories in during the week, I GAIN. Why is it that I have only been seeing a loss after weekends of eating crap? Maybe the difference in general activity level is what matters? Like when I add in calories on the weekend, it works out because I am also on my feet much more than I am during the week (since I work in a cubicle)? But then why can't I get much of a loss during the week whether I up my calories or cut them?
It's a mystery. Bodies do mysterious things. Oh well, fact is - I am at 37 lbs. I am 3 lbs away from matching what I lost before I got married in 2004. Only then, I started out 17 lbs lighter at the beginning of my journey. In any case...I am pumped! GO ME!!
Nope. Lost some more. Total is now 37 lost. I am so excited, but I don't get it!! It would appear that maybe I am cutting too many calories during the week, and I have thought of that before of course. But when I add some calories in during the week, I GAIN. Why is it that I have only been seeing a loss after weekends of eating crap? Maybe the difference in general activity level is what matters? Like when I add in calories on the weekend, it works out because I am also on my feet much more than I am during the week (since I work in a cubicle)? But then why can't I get much of a loss during the week whether I up my calories or cut them?
It's a mystery. Bodies do mysterious things. Oh well, fact is - I am at 37 lbs. I am 3 lbs away from matching what I lost before I got married in 2004. Only then, I started out 17 lbs lighter at the beginning of my journey. In any case...I am pumped! GO ME!!
Minggu, 19 Juni 2011
I'm such a liar!
Ok so I said I wasn't going to weigh myself. And I still do plan on not weighing myself for a period of time. However after this weekend, I felt like I needed to see what my damage was. I had fried pickles and big juicy burger from Buffalo Wild Wings last night for dinner for cripes sake. So I just wanted to see, what I was working from. I figured on a "gain" (albeit, probably mostly water) of at least a couple of pounds.
And as always, when I am SURE I gained...turns out I actually lost.
I hit 35 lbs!!!! AND the best part is, I this weigh in was at the end of the day, so figure by morning I might be down another pound possibly. I might have hit 36. Geez, how the FRICK did that happen?!?!
Maybe it was the 5k race? Hehe. Speaking of which, the results were published in the Sunday Sports section. Was nice to see my name in there. For more 5k talk, see post below.
HAPPY end of weekend to ME!! WOOP!
And as always, when I am SURE I gained...turns out I actually lost.
I hit 35 lbs!!!! AND the best part is, I this weigh in was at the end of the day, so figure by morning I might be down another pound possibly. I might have hit 36. Geez, how the FRICK did that happen?!?!
Maybe it was the 5k race? Hehe. Speaking of which, the results were published in the Sunday Sports section. Was nice to see my name in there. For more 5k talk, see post below.
HAPPY end of weekend to ME!! WOOP!
Sabtu, 18 Juni 2011
My First 5k - Official Results!
Well, I did it and I survived.
38:48!
My official time was 38:48, so I beat my goal to come in under 45 minutes and even beat my secondary "super goal" to come in under 40 minutes.
Some random stats:
My average pace was a 12:30 mile.
I came in 1172 out of 1485
I came in 652 out of 897 females
I passed 54 people; I was passed by 538 people
I have to say that I am very satisfied with my results. It was hard...I stil struggled mentally even with all the people running around me and people cheering us on. I think I just need to get over the idea that races are something I just don't do. Because that was the case for the first 28 years of my life, but now I am in year 29, and things have CHANGED. I need to remember that.
The last quarter mile or so, my shoulder was killing me. And afterwards, my knees were pretty sore. Not like an injury, more like from the pounding on pavement. I'm not used to that...most of my runs have been on packed gravel or the treadmill. Though I must say it was nice to not be going up and down big hills constantly, like I do when I go for runs at my parents house.
As I approached the finish line, I had tears in my eyes. For one, because I was glad that I was almost done and could rest my shoulder. But also because I couldn't believe I had actually done it. For some people a 5k is no big deal... They run marathons, they have done dozens of 5ks, they've been in shape their entire lives...but for me this was a huge deal. And I DID it!
Two huge shout outs: One to my sister in law, who finished in her personal best of 30:58, shaving close to 2 minutes off of her last 5k. That is AWESOME and I would love to be doing that well some day! One more shout out to my husband. This was also his first 5k, and he rocked it - finishing in 32:03. What an inspiration he is to do so amazing at his very first 5k (not to mention the fact that he has lost 80 lbs in less than a year). You guys rock!!!
So that is about all for now. I have decided to stop weighing myself for awhile, and start drinking water up the yin yang. We shall see where that gets me :-)
38:48!
My official time was 38:48, so I beat my goal to come in under 45 minutes and even beat my secondary "super goal" to come in under 40 minutes.
Some random stats:
My average pace was a 12:30 mile.
I came in 1172 out of 1485
I came in 652 out of 897 females
I passed 54 people; I was passed by 538 people
I have to say that I am very satisfied with my results. It was hard...I stil struggled mentally even with all the people running around me and people cheering us on. I think I just need to get over the idea that races are something I just don't do. Because that was the case for the first 28 years of my life, but now I am in year 29, and things have CHANGED. I need to remember that.
The last quarter mile or so, my shoulder was killing me. And afterwards, my knees were pretty sore. Not like an injury, more like from the pounding on pavement. I'm not used to that...most of my runs have been on packed gravel or the treadmill. Though I must say it was nice to not be going up and down big hills constantly, like I do when I go for runs at my parents house.
As I approached the finish line, I had tears in my eyes. For one, because I was glad that I was almost done and could rest my shoulder. But also because I couldn't believe I had actually done it. For some people a 5k is no big deal... They run marathons, they have done dozens of 5ks, they've been in shape their entire lives...but for me this was a huge deal. And I DID it!
Two huge shout outs: One to my sister in law, who finished in her personal best of 30:58, shaving close to 2 minutes off of her last 5k. That is AWESOME and I would love to be doing that well some day! One more shout out to my husband. This was also his first 5k, and he rocked it - finishing in 32:03. What an inspiration he is to do so amazing at his very first 5k (not to mention the fact that he has lost 80 lbs in less than a year). You guys rock!!!
So that is about all for now. I have decided to stop weighing myself for awhile, and start drinking water up the yin yang. We shall see where that gets me :-)
Jumat, 17 Juni 2011
And so it's time...
Today is the day...pretty much a day to mark in history. I am running in my first 5k...That is 3.1 miles, and I am nervous as hell.
At what point in my life have I ever been capable of running 3.1 miles? Never.
When have I ever imagined I might be able to sign up for a 5k? Never.
In other news....weight is still the same...fluctuates between 33-34 lbs lost. Hubby is going out of town for work next week, so it will be a busy week for me. Exercise is going to have to happen after the kids go to bed. I have also decided on 2 things.
1. I am not going to weigh myself at all next week. Possible not until July.
2. I am going to start drinking a ton of water. I know I don't drink enough. Most Americans don't. So that is one of my new goals.
I dunno how many people still actually read this from when I first started, but...if you are reading...I could use lots of positive vibes for my 5k :-)
At what point in my life have I ever been capable of running 3.1 miles? Never.
When have I ever imagined I might be able to sign up for a 5k? Never.
In other news....weight is still the same...fluctuates between 33-34 lbs lost. Hubby is going out of town for work next week, so it will be a busy week for me. Exercise is going to have to happen after the kids go to bed. I have also decided on 2 things.
1. I am not going to weigh myself at all next week. Possible not until July.
2. I am going to start drinking a ton of water. I know I don't drink enough. Most Americans don't. So that is one of my new goals.
I dunno how many people still actually read this from when I first started, but...if you are reading...I could use lots of positive vibes for my 5k :-)
Selasa, 14 Juni 2011
Countdown!!!
Forced myself to go for a treadmill run after work today. Did 5k even though I wanted to stop after half a mile, and a mile and 2 miles...
And now, it's a couple of days of rest before Friday and the long awaited William A. Irvin 5k!
I am nervous to say the least, but I am hoping to get under 45 minutes and an ultimate goal would be to get under 40 minutes. No matter what, when all is said and done, I should be happy with finishing. As they say, I beat everyone who stayed at home on the couch right? And if you would have told me 6 months ago (heck, 16 years ago) that I would be running in a 5k, I would have laughed at you.
So good luck to me....
And now, it's a couple of days of rest before Friday and the long awaited William A. Irvin 5k!
I am nervous to say the least, but I am hoping to get under 45 minutes and an ultimate goal would be to get under 40 minutes. No matter what, when all is said and done, I should be happy with finishing. As they say, I beat everyone who stayed at home on the couch right? And if you would have told me 6 months ago (heck, 16 years ago) that I would be running in a 5k, I would have laughed at you.
So good luck to me....
Senin, 13 Juni 2011
Weekend update
I had a successful weekend - stayed on track (for the most part) and went on a couple of jogs (a 5k and a 1.5 mile). I think the jogs helped to override what indulgences I DID have (like a Philly Cheese Steak sandwich for supper on Saturday, or drinks I had here and there). I did not gain any of my weight back, and I am relived because I worked so hard and did so great last week to lose that pound. In fact I was .2 down this morning so I technically lost (though it's not enough to change my ticker or anything).
This week, let's hope I do great and can beat down that number one or two more pounds :-)
This week, let's hope I do great and can beat down that number one or two more pounds :-)
Jumat, 10 Juni 2011
One more down
I lost one more pound. I had a whole post written about how hard I worked this week and how great I ate, but blogger ate my post and now I don't have time to rewrite it.
But just to keep things updated. Yes. I lost one more pound for a total of 34.
I am scared for the weekend!!!!!
But just to keep things updated. Yes. I lost one more pound for a total of 34.
I am scared for the weekend!!!!!
Kamis, 09 Juni 2011
Another mile in the books
I came home from work today and although I don't have much time, figured I could rock out a quick mile on the treadmill at least. And I did...in my new record of 10:44! If only I could do that outdoors...oh well...I will keep working on it :-)
Senin, 06 Juni 2011
Today's 5k and whatever else
Behold, today's 5k:
Also note the time of my last 5k posted (3.1 in 37:08).
That is almost a full minute improvement over last time!
So I realize that running on the treadmill is not the same as outside. I do plan to get in a few outdoor runs between now and the 5k (which is in less than 2 weeks). But I figure treadmill is certainly better than nothing. Not to mention that when I first started trying to lose weight, I could barely run 4.5 mph for 20 seconds, let alone a 5 mph or 5.5 mph for over 35 minutes!
I also realize that at this point in the game, for me, stamina is more important than speed. However I can't help wanting to try and make a personal best every time. It is fun to try and beat myself. I really truly enjoy it. I really struggle with letting myself just go and get to the distance I need to be at and not worrying as much about my speed.
Oh well...I guess however you look at it, my fitness level (and of course, my health) has improved a ton since 6 months ago at this time. That is all that matters, and if I just keep focusing on the healthy changes I have made, the scale is inevitably going to follow. I hope!
Also note the time of my last 5k posted (3.1 in 37:08).
That is almost a full minute improvement over last time!
So I realize that running on the treadmill is not the same as outside. I do plan to get in a few outdoor runs between now and the 5k (which is in less than 2 weeks). But I figure treadmill is certainly better than nothing. Not to mention that when I first started trying to lose weight, I could barely run 4.5 mph for 20 seconds, let alone a 5 mph or 5.5 mph for over 35 minutes!
I also realize that at this point in the game, for me, stamina is more important than speed. However I can't help wanting to try and make a personal best every time. It is fun to try and beat myself. I really truly enjoy it. I really struggle with letting myself just go and get to the distance I need to be at and not worrying as much about my speed.
Oh well...I guess however you look at it, my fitness level (and of course, my health) has improved a ton since 6 months ago at this time. That is all that matters, and if I just keep focusing on the healthy changes I have made, the scale is inevitably going to follow. I hope!
Rabu, 01 Juni 2011
I said I'd let you know about my weigh in...
And it appears I am stuck again. I wish I would consistently lose weight each week, even if it was like, a pound a week....but instead I go 3 or 4 weeks with losing nothing and then I lose 5 pounds in one week. Then another 3 or 4 weeks losing nothing, then I lose 3 pounds in one day. It is so strange! And sometimes frustrating, sometimes glorious. It is like a weight roller coaster. Right now I am on day 10 of a dip in the roller coaster I guess.
I know I shouldn't complain, but it is hard to not get bummed. I am always so close to that next little goal (right now, that goal is 35 lbs). And I am thisclose to fitting comfortably into a ton of pants that I dug out and haven't worn in 5 years. And most of all...I may have lost 33 lbs, but I have such a long ways still to go. I guess I am just impatient. I feel like, damn, lets get this show on the road all ready. I realize that these things don't happen overnight but I can't help it! I want to know what I can do better to make it go faster. It is a struggle I have discussed before....am I eating too much? Am I eating too little? Do I need more protein? Do I need more veggies?
I don't know, maybe I would benefit from going to visit a nutritionist. I have read that weight loss is 70 or 80 percent diet, and in that case it would do me well to learn more about what I should be doing rather than just guessing and sometimes getting lucky.
Quote of the day:
I wish I was a glow worm,
A glow worm's never glum.
'Cos how can you be grumpy
When the sun shines out your bum!
~Author unknown
I know I shouldn't complain, but it is hard to not get bummed. I am always so close to that next little goal (right now, that goal is 35 lbs). And I am thisclose to fitting comfortably into a ton of pants that I dug out and haven't worn in 5 years. And most of all...I may have lost 33 lbs, but I have such a long ways still to go. I guess I am just impatient. I feel like, damn, lets get this show on the road all ready. I realize that these things don't happen overnight but I can't help it! I want to know what I can do better to make it go faster. It is a struggle I have discussed before....am I eating too much? Am I eating too little? Do I need more protein? Do I need more veggies?
I don't know, maybe I would benefit from going to visit a nutritionist. I have read that weight loss is 70 or 80 percent diet, and in that case it would do me well to learn more about what I should be doing rather than just guessing and sometimes getting lucky.
Quote of the day:
I wish I was a glow worm,
A glow worm's never glum.
'Cos how can you be grumpy
When the sun shines out your bum!
~Author unknown
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