Christy

Considering I’ve had a week of celebrating birthdays (mine and my son’s), I don’t really think I have much to confess, but here goes!

1. I made 3 cakes and only had 2 small pieces.
2. I may or may not have licked one of the beaters, and the icing off the spatula when I was baking.
3. I have not been drinking enough water. I’m not sure what’s up with that, honestly. I should get off my ass and get some right now, huh?
4. I haven’t been keeping up with the EAS 30-Day challenge. As a matter of fact, I haven’t worked out with it since last Thursday. I blame it on family being in town and birthday parties. Well, that and I’ve just been lazy. I will complete the 30 days, just not on time. Boo. Hissssssss.
5. On a positive note, I bought a snazzy pair of running shoes. They aren’t even ugly. Actually, they are quite snazzy.
6. I got new tubes put in my jogging stroller tires. Also something called goo or goop, or something like that. It’s supposed to keep them from going flat if I run over a burr.
7. I also got a cute, red iPod Nano for my birthday, and the Nike + stuffs. So very cool. Now I just need to download some tunes!!
8. I think I’m done. And yes, I’m going to drink some water. RIGHT NOW.

Honestly, I don’t feel like I have much to confess this week. Next week, will be a different story though! My son’s birthday is Thursday and mine is Friday, so let me tell you there will be cake, and parties, and lots of food.

Anyway, here are my confessions:

1. I’d gotten a little behind on the EAS 30-day Challenge, but now I’m just about caught up! I think I’m only 1 day behind now, which isn’t bad!
2. I’ve been eating really well, and obviously working out, even adding in some extra workouts and outdoor activities.
3. I have been very stressed because of party planning and trying to fit everything in to my daily schedule.
4. I’ve also been stressed because I have family coming to visit.
5. Everyday when I step on the scales the number is worse. I just don’t get it. It’s so very frustrating.
6. This past week, I’ve considered giving up more than once. Heck, more than 3 times. I’m just really over this.
7. This is going to turn into a big, fat whinefest. I can feel it.
8. WHY is it that I’m working out, more than I’ve ever worked out, and it seems like I’m running backwards? For real.
9. Okay, I’m done. I’m going to go drink some water, since I just got done working out. TWICE.

I gained. It sucks. I’m over it.

Well, sort of.

I mean, I didn’t really expect much of a loss this week, because afterall, I did overindulge a little bit over the weekend. A couple of times. I didn’t go completely crazy, and I certainly don’t think it justified a 2.2 pound gain. At all. That’s right, I’m right back where I started for this challenge.

Like I said, I’m over it. I’ve been mad about it all day, and I’m picking myself up now, and moving on.

So far today I’ve done my EA Sports Active workout, I’ve counted my points, which included a 6 inch turkey sub from Subway, and I’m drinking my water.

Hope you had a better weigh in that me

Challenge start: 146

Last week: 143.8

This week: 146 (BOOOOOO!)

Am I doing something wrong? I mean, today was supposed to be an upper body workout, but my knees are killing me. The side lunges and side-to-side jumps and inline skating are going to be the death of my knees.

Do you have any advice? Because seriously, I’ve never had a problem with either of my knees. Ever. They didn’t bother me when I did the 30-Day Shred, which was very intense and full of lunges and squats and those stupid plank jacks. What gives?

On another note, I was determined to workout today after missing not 2, not 3, but 4 days of working out. The shame. As soon as I got going, the phone rang. It was Lisa. I ignored her. Then it rang again. The machine got it and I could hear a friend leaving a message about a mother’s day out opening for Mia. Then it rang again. It was my mom. And then the dog started whining to go out. I ignored her and she puked on the floor. What gives?!!!

I think from now on, I’ll turn the ringer off and put my dog out before I work out.

Even with all the distractions, I still burned 175 calories. DAMN!!! I was proud and sweaty. Or sweaty and proud. Either way, I did it, and I intend on catching up on the days I missed. That is if my knees will cooperate.

Can I just tell you how much I love the EAS 30-Day Challenge? Seriously. I hate monotony when it comes to workouts. The same old same old just gets me down, so having a different workout each day makes me look forward to working out. Crazy, I know

I enjoyed having yesterday as a rest day because my legs and butt were so very sore from all the lunging and squatting and inline skating. Ouch. My body needed the break. This morning, I headed out on my errand and grocery shopping trip. First stop was the car wash where dropped my truck off for a wash and wax. The guy told me it would be about 45 minutes, and that I could wait in the lounge and they’d call me when it was ready. I paid and walked right through the lounge and out the door. Sure, I could have sat on my butt on the cozy couch watching the Price is Right and drinking burned coffee, but instead I strapped my daughter to my chest and we took a brisk 35 minute walk.

After the truck was done, I hit the grocery store where I walked, although at a much more leisurely pace, for another hour. Upon arriving home, I put my daughter down for her nap, put away the perishable stuff, and cranked up the Wii. I hit my workout right away so I wouldn’t make excuses to put it off, and I’m so glad!!

I’m continuing with the High Intensity workouts. I feel like I’m really pushing myself, and I definitely feel the burn. I enjoyed all the upper body workouts, although I think it was a bit too repetitive. I think they could have switched it up a little more, and I would have liked a little more cardio. The side-to-side jumps were fun! Then the dreaded inline skating again. Ouch. I can really feel the burn on those. I felt a little dorky and uncoordinated on the cardio dance portion, but hey, no one was watching

I’m also feeling a noticeable boost in my energy levels, which is so welcome. Since I got my new laptop, I’ve reverted to my old habit of staying up a little later than I should, so the energy boost I get from the workout keeps me going!

So many people, who are taking part in this challenge, have mentioned what a wonderful thing it is. And yes, it is. I feel a renewed sense of determination each and every day because I know I’m not only doing this for myself. I’m doing it to benefit people who are hungry. I’m cutting back so I can lose weight and reach my goal, and as I do it, I keep in mind that the food I’m not eating is going to go people who really, really need it!

So here is my weight loss for the week:

Last week: 146
Sunday (start of Shrink for Good): 146
Today: 144.8

LOSS: 1.2# WOOT!

I think I’m off to a pretty good start on my 10# goal for this challenge

What worked for me this week:

• Weight Watchers really does work if you do it!
• EA Sport Active 30-Day Challenge is off to a good start. I can really feel the burn, and see the burned calories as I go along. Serious motivation, folks!
• I’ve been really determined to get in 5 servings of fruit and vegetables a day. I made my goal almost everyday!
• WATER! I’m drinking as much as I can. Why stop at 64 ounces?
• Good attitude. I CAN do this!

Day 1 was GREAT! I was actually excited to get started, and since I was already familiar with all the exercises and the way it works, I dove in.

I’m going to copy Melissa and do a bulleted list

• I chose to do the hardest level of workout and I like it.
• The inline skating, which I did not use the Wii Balance Board for, were very intense. I was jumping high, and my thighs were on FIRE!
• Like several others have mentioned, I might invest in a better resistance band. I don’t feel like my arms are getting much of a workout when I’m using the one that came with the game.
• I was very sweaty when I was done, but had amazing levels of energy all day!! Love that!!
• I did wear a sports bra. Thank God.

I’m really looking forward to tomorrow!! The fact that the workout is different every day is so very appealing

Starting Monday, the Sisterhood is taking part in the EA Sports Active 30-Day Challenge. This is my beginning profile.

Name: Christy
Age: 33
Hometown: Leakey, Texas
Family: Me, the hubs, BJ (5), & Mia (21 months)

1) Complete the following sentence – “When I look in the mirror I see…Someone who looks a lot better than she did 5 years ago, and who doesn’t have much further to go!

2) What exercise do you take? What’s your current level of fitness?
I’m a sporadic exerciser. I really enjoy being outside and hiking, but it’s been WAY too hot this summer. I participated in the 30-Day Shred with the Sisterhood, and have used other workout DVDs and the Wii Fit. I would say I have  a moderate level of fitness. I’m not totally out of shape, but I could stand to have some more endurance and strength.

3) How do you relax?
I love to read. Books, blogs, magazines, etc. I also like to watch some TV.

4) Do you watch your weight?
Every single day I’m a chronic weigher!

5) What’s your favorite body part?
My neck and shoulders. Okay, so that’s two, but they’re kinda together!

6) What’s your least favorite body part?
My stomach.

7) What’s your favorite way to workout?
Walking or hiking.

 8) Its time to work out, we’re most likely to find you decked out in?
Shorts and a tshirt with tennis shoes. Oh, a ponytail, too!

9) You’re due to workout, but it’s pouring rain. What do you do?
Workout inside using Wii Fit or a DVD.

10) What’s the one item you wouldn’t be without when working out?
Water.

11) What do you hope to get from the 30 Day Challenge?
I hope to be well on my way to shedding the last 15 pounds clinging to my body.

12) What are you apprehensive about going in?
The committment! Like I said, I’m sporadic at working out!

13) How will you reward yourself after the challenge?
Hmmm. Maybe some new jeans, or an online shopping spree!

14) Complete the following sentence – “I’m Active for …”
Myself. I want to be the best that I can be, and I know being active is the only way I’m going to get there and stay there!