July 26, 2011
Total Calories: 1577
Exercise:
90 minutes cleaning, dancing and stretching
So, not necessarily what I wanted to do. However, I did get my butt off the couch and I got a lot accomplished. I just want to go on vacation!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Day 8
July 25, 2011
Total Calorie: 1456
Exercise:
None!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yesterday was not mentally a good day for me. I felt down and so I didn't really care much. I didn't exercise and then because I didn't I began putting myself down. I told myself I couldn't do this. This entire thing was just stupid.
But, today I know better. Each day this will get easier and each day I will gain self confidence and self respect. But with each day, comes a day where I might be tired and stressed and don't want to do anything. And with those days, I'm not going to blame myself. I'm not going to make myself feel bad about watching a movie instead of exercising for eternity. I actually felt pretty good tonight, so that's always a bit of a confidence boost there. The right jeans, the right shoes and the right people telling you you look good. All a great combination.
Well, I need to pack, so music up and time to dance away today's stresses.
Until tomorrow!
~Norma Jean
Total Calorie: 1456
Exercise:
None!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yesterday was not mentally a good day for me. I felt down and so I didn't really care much. I didn't exercise and then because I didn't I began putting myself down. I told myself I couldn't do this. This entire thing was just stupid.
But, today I know better. Each day this will get easier and each day I will gain self confidence and self respect. But with each day, comes a day where I might be tired and stressed and don't want to do anything. And with those days, I'm not going to blame myself. I'm not going to make myself feel bad about watching a movie instead of exercising for eternity. I actually felt pretty good tonight, so that's always a bit of a confidence boost there. The right jeans, the right shoes and the right people telling you you look good. All a great combination.
Well, I need to pack, so music up and time to dance away today's stresses.
Until tomorrow!
~Norma Jean
Monday, July 25, 2011
Day 7
July 24, 2011
Total Calories: 1230
Exercise:
32 minutes walking
13 minutes stationary bike
45 minutes of cleaning, dancing and stretching
Yesterday was a little rough. Waking up after a night out and only getting about 3 hours of sleep, I ended up having to walk to work too. At least I got some exercise in the morning. Last night I couldn't sleep, so I did some cleaning and more exercising. I'm feeling pretty good though. Each day is getting better. I wish I could tell though.
Total Calories: 1230
Exercise:
32 minutes walking
13 minutes stationary bike
45 minutes of cleaning, dancing and stretching
Yesterday was a little rough. Waking up after a night out and only getting about 3 hours of sleep, I ended up having to walk to work too. At least I got some exercise in the morning. Last night I couldn't sleep, so I did some cleaning and more exercising. I'm feeling pretty good though. Each day is getting better. I wish I could tell though.
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Day 6...
July 23, 2011
Total Calories: I have no idea! I went out last night and did some drinking. Those things have a lot of calories.
Exercise:
Again no idea! I went out dancing too and I know that burns calories, but not idea.
The only thing I really know is I got up this morning and I was sore. It was a very bad day on my diet, but so much fun overall!!!! :)
Total Calories: I have no idea! I went out last night and did some drinking. Those things have a lot of calories.
Exercise:
Again no idea! I went out dancing too and I know that burns calories, but not idea.
The only thing I really know is I got up this morning and I was sore. It was a very bad day on my diet, but so much fun overall!!!! :)
Friday, July 22, 2011
Day 5
July 22, 2011
Total Calories: 1189
Exercise:
10 minutes of yoga and stretching
I am losing all momentum. I'm so tired when I get home from work, internship and work. I thought of trying to do my exercising in the morning, but I can't seem to get out of bed that early. I need to somehow change something. I have the most energy during the day, but I have no time then. I work in the morning, do my internship in the afternoon and right after that I head back to work. I work from 8-8 practically everyday.
Though I'm going to get on the bike tonight. I know I need to physically, but I think it'll also help with my stress level. At this point, I'm feeling completely defeated.
I will get on the bike tonight and I'll be good to go tomorrow.
~Norma Jean
Total Calories: 1189
Exercise:
10 minutes of yoga and stretching
I am losing all momentum. I'm so tired when I get home from work, internship and work. I thought of trying to do my exercising in the morning, but I can't seem to get out of bed that early. I need to somehow change something. I have the most energy during the day, but I have no time then. I work in the morning, do my internship in the afternoon and right after that I head back to work. I work from 8-8 practically everyday.
Though I'm going to get on the bike tonight. I know I need to physically, but I think it'll also help with my stress level. At this point, I'm feeling completely defeated.
I will get on the bike tonight and I'll be good to go tomorrow.
~Norma Jean
Thursday, July 21, 2011
Day 4
July 20, 2011
Total Calorie: 1969
Exercise:
I didn't do anything extra. I was at a school board meeting from 4:30 PM until 11:00 PM and then the station until 3:00 AM. Let say I crashed when I got home.
I overly indulged today because I wanted a sugar high to get me through the night. It worked out, but didn't work for my diet and exercise plan. Though I will be making up for it!!!!
~Norma Jean
Total Calorie: 1969
Exercise:
I didn't do anything extra. I was at a school board meeting from 4:30 PM until 11:00 PM and then the station until 3:00 AM. Let say I crashed when I got home.
I overly indulged today because I wanted a sugar high to get me through the night. It worked out, but didn't work for my diet and exercise plan. Though I will be making up for it!!!!
~Norma Jean
Day 3
July 19, 2011
Total Calories: 1302
Exercise:
Walked 120 minutes
30 minutes of yoga and stretching
Tuesday I was far more sore than I wanted to be, but I pushed through and made it. I really want this to work this time. I need to be able to fit my clothes for my internship. I don't want to go shopping and buy more when I have a lot in my closet. Though, I will go shopping when I get to the size I want! That will be one of my gifts to myself.
But, yes just keep going!!!!
~Norma Jean
Total Calories: 1302
Exercise:
Walked 120 minutes
30 minutes of yoga and stretching
Tuesday I was far more sore than I wanted to be, but I pushed through and made it. I really want this to work this time. I need to be able to fit my clothes for my internship. I don't want to go shopping and buy more when I have a lot in my closet. Though, I will go shopping when I get to the size I want! That will be one of my gifts to myself.
But, yes just keep going!!!!
~Norma Jean
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Day 2....
July 18, 2011
Total Calories: 960
Exercise:
Walked 1.4 miles in 32 minutes
60 Minutes of Yoga and stretching
Today again sore, but felt pretty good. I had a little trouble going up stairs today, but it'll get easier. Also, I'm actually eating three meals a day now. A breakfast shake in the morning, a half of sandwich on my way to my internship and then dinner at 4. Not necessarily the most ideal situation, but I'm hoping it'll help! I guess it's not necessarily good for your body to eat only one meal a day. Who would have thought!
Well, this is day two and so far I'm doing everything I'm wanting to do. Also, it's working with my work schedule and intern schedule.
So, until tomorrow!!!
~Norma Jean
Total Calories: 960
Exercise:
Walked 1.4 miles in 32 minutes
60 Minutes of Yoga and stretching
Today again sore, but felt pretty good. I had a little trouble going up stairs today, but it'll get easier. Also, I'm actually eating three meals a day now. A breakfast shake in the morning, a half of sandwich on my way to my internship and then dinner at 4. Not necessarily the most ideal situation, but I'm hoping it'll help! I guess it's not necessarily good for your body to eat only one meal a day. Who would have thought!
Well, this is day two and so far I'm doing everything I'm wanting to do. Also, it's working with my work schedule and intern schedule.
So, until tomorrow!!!
~Norma Jean
Monday, July 18, 2011
Day 1
July 17, 2011
Total Calorie: 1860
Exercise: 20 minutes of stretching and yoga
I felt pretty good this morning. Muscles were sore, but it felt good. Also, knowing I've taken a baby step to getting healthier made me happy too. It wasn't necessarily what I originally planned on doing. However, it was a small step. Today is day 2 and my horoscope even mentioned me getting healthier. This will be good!!!
~Norma Jean
Total Calorie: 1860
Exercise: 20 minutes of stretching and yoga
I felt pretty good this morning. Muscles were sore, but it felt good. Also, knowing I've taken a baby step to getting healthier made me happy too. It wasn't necessarily what I originally planned on doing. However, it was a small step. Today is day 2 and my horoscope even mentioned me getting healthier. This will be good!!!
~Norma Jean
Friday, July 15, 2011
Motivation!!!
Okay! I made it two days and I lost all motivation yet again. It doesn't help that my ankle has been swollen and I can't go walking or bike riding.
I've been googling ways to stay motivated...
The Mayo Clinic has a pretty good list and I'm going to go through and try to figure out why I lose motivation and also try to get myself back on track.
1. Set Goals
I think my problem is I've been creating goals too big and unreachable. So instead of looking at where my weight will be at a certain point, I'm going to be more focused on actually doing a certain amount of exercises each day.
My goal will be exercising at least 30 minutes a day.
2. Make it Fun
I'm going to redo my playlist. Hopefully, it'll get me more motivated to head out there and exercise a bit more. I think I'm also going to try audiobooks, especially when school starts back up.
3. Make Physical Activity a Part of Your Daily Routine
I have many to do lists and I also have a planner. Both of these, I hope will help me to actually keep up with this. Someone once said it only takes 21 days to create a routine. I'll just begin now with creating this routine.
4. Put It On Paper
So, I've always thought that writing things down helps to keep track of progress. However, I don't know the best way to do this. I've tried keeping track of weight, how long I exercise, but nothing seems to work. Maybe I'll google this as well tonight and get back to you!
5. Join Forces with Friends, Family, or Others
I'm sort of hoping this will work as my joining forces. I really don't like working out with other people. It makes me feel even more self conscious about myself. Maybe my dog can help with part of it. She likes going for walks and so that'll be some motivation, as long as the weather cooperates.
6. Reward Yourself
This will be a decision longer in the making, but my goal will be once a month. I get a reward of my choosing. That might be a new cd, video game, movie, book, or just something I really want.
So my first reward will be September 17.
7. Be flexible
This will be a one day at a time thing. I'll do my best. I'll keep track of what I'm doing and hopefully I'll stay motivated.
Here is to the beginning of my new life. :)
Now I'll go figure out the best way to keep track and begin creating a new playlist!
~Norma Jean
I've been googling ways to stay motivated...
The Mayo Clinic has a pretty good list and I'm going to go through and try to figure out why I lose motivation and also try to get myself back on track.
1. Set Goals
I think my problem is I've been creating goals too big and unreachable. So instead of looking at where my weight will be at a certain point, I'm going to be more focused on actually doing a certain amount of exercises each day.
My goal will be exercising at least 30 minutes a day.
2. Make it Fun
I'm going to redo my playlist. Hopefully, it'll get me more motivated to head out there and exercise a bit more. I think I'm also going to try audiobooks, especially when school starts back up.
3. Make Physical Activity a Part of Your Daily Routine
I have many to do lists and I also have a planner. Both of these, I hope will help me to actually keep up with this. Someone once said it only takes 21 days to create a routine. I'll just begin now with creating this routine.
4. Put It On Paper
So, I've always thought that writing things down helps to keep track of progress. However, I don't know the best way to do this. I've tried keeping track of weight, how long I exercise, but nothing seems to work. Maybe I'll google this as well tonight and get back to you!
5. Join Forces with Friends, Family, or Others
I'm sort of hoping this will work as my joining forces. I really don't like working out with other people. It makes me feel even more self conscious about myself. Maybe my dog can help with part of it. She likes going for walks and so that'll be some motivation, as long as the weather cooperates.
6. Reward Yourself
This will be a decision longer in the making, but my goal will be once a month. I get a reward of my choosing. That might be a new cd, video game, movie, book, or just something I really want.
So my first reward will be September 17.
7. Be flexible
This will be a one day at a time thing. I'll do my best. I'll keep track of what I'm doing and hopefully I'll stay motivated.
Here is to the beginning of my new life. :)
Now I'll go figure out the best way to keep track and begin creating a new playlist!
~Norma Jean
Monday, July 11, 2011
Day 2 ...
I'm off to a pretty good start. Two days and counting.
Well, here is my tally for the day!
Weight:
I'll check again tomorrow!
Total Calories:
I indulged a little, so it ended at 1479.
Exercise:
90 Minutes Walking
100 Crunches
Entertainment:
None. Today was a horrible day at work and so I was too upset for entertainment.
Plans for Tomorrow:
Something more fun. Hopefully, my ankle will be okay for walking or bike riding. If not, pilates it is!!!
Well, I guess I'm going to take a bath and head to bed.
Well, here is my tally for the day!
Weight:
I'll check again tomorrow!
Total Calories:
I indulged a little, so it ended at 1479.
Exercise:
90 Minutes Walking
100 Crunches
Entertainment:
None. Today was a horrible day at work and so I was too upset for entertainment.
Plans for Tomorrow:
Something more fun. Hopefully, my ankle will be okay for walking or bike riding. If not, pilates it is!!!
Well, I guess I'm going to take a bath and head to bed.
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Day 1 . . . My Guide!
I've been trying to lose weight for a long time. I'm on prescriptions that make it difficult and I keep hitting points where I just give up and what I've lost comes right back. Since, I can't seem to focus on one topic for this blog and since I'm the only one who reads it, I'm going to keep track of everything on here and hopefully finally get to a healthy weight where I feel better about myself.
Just a couple of things if you do read this...
1) Please be nice. I've been working for such a long time and I've finally made it down to the 180s, so I know it's a work in progress and negativity is not welcome.
2) If you have any tips or something to try, let me know. However, I hate going to the gym. So, I basically do things around my apartment. Just keep that in mind.
3) I'm going to have fun while doing this and hopefully that'll help keep me motivated!
So, today is my first day and I'm going to make this work. Here's my tally of the day...
Weight:
188
Total Calories:
1291
Exercise:
30 Minutes on a Stationary Bike
100 Crunches
Entertainment:
I watched Psych as I exercised!!! :)
Plans for Tomorrow?
Um......
Pilates?
Yoga?
Stationary Bike?
Crunches?
Squats?
Wii Fot?
Wii Active?
Just Dance?
Just Dance 2?
Michael Jackson Experience?
Cardio Salsa?
Flirty Girl Fitness?
Just a couple of things if you do read this...
1) Please be nice. I've been working for such a long time and I've finally made it down to the 180s, so I know it's a work in progress and negativity is not welcome.
2) If you have any tips or something to try, let me know. However, I hate going to the gym. So, I basically do things around my apartment. Just keep that in mind.
3) I'm going to have fun while doing this and hopefully that'll help keep me motivated!
So, today is my first day and I'm going to make this work. Here's my tally of the day...
Weight:
188
Total Calories:
1291
Exercise:
30 Minutes on a Stationary Bike
100 Crunches
Entertainment:
I watched Psych as I exercised!!! :)
Plans for Tomorrow?
Um......
Pilates?
Yoga?
Stationary Bike?
Crunches?
Squats?
Wii Fot?
Wii Active?
Just Dance?
Just Dance 2?
Michael Jackson Experience?
Cardio Salsa?
Flirty Girl Fitness?
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