No Fear! Day 8 of 30 – Shake Day

“It’s not whether you get knocked down, it’s whether you get back up” – Vince Lambordi.

 Hello and good morning! Happy Monday, I hope everyone had a great weekend.

Things were hectic for the last few days of the week going into the weekend. There were some things that had to be finished up with turning over the old house back to the landlord, and then I had to work this weekend and didn’t really have access to the internet. I didn’t forget about you, I promise! During those remaining shake days, I stuck with the nutritional plan but had to adjust and improvise on my workout routine for those days. While at work this weekend, I brought a chocolate decadence meal replacement bars…Let’s just say I was the happiest camper around. That was the first time eating this brand’s particular meal replacement bar. ..Well worth the wait of saving for an occasion where I was on the go! 😉

I know I’ve said this in my past posts, but I’m in love with the nutritional products that I’ve been using because I really like the way it makes me feel at the end of the day. It’s difficult to explain, but I feel healthier and more refreshed with the combination of shake and cleanse days.

“Never say never because limits, like fears, are often just an illusion” – Michael Jordan.

After the first week… I’m down 4-5 lbs! (144-145lbs). 🙂  What I’ve learned is to stick with a workout routine and watch what you eat. It’s all about portion control and dedication. I’m still in a little bit of a shock, this is the most that I’ve lost in a short amount of time. If I can do it, you can do it! Believe in yourself and what YOU can do. No matter the pitfalls or the experiences you’ve had in the past, don’t give up! It’s about what you do now that counts the most.  I still have a lot of work to do with regard to toning up my body during this weight loss program, but it’s still a work in progress.

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Today: Shake day + weight training (I added an extra circuit and increased the number of repetitions for each exercise) = Time to put in some work!

Circuit 1

• Military Press: 5 sets of 10.
•  Upright Row: 5 sets of 10.
• Rear Deltoid Flies: 5 sets of 10.
• Bent over Rows: 5 sets of 10.

Circuit 2 & 3

• Military Press: 5 sets of 10
• Upright row: 5 sets of 10
• Rear Deltoid Flies: 5 sets of 10.
• Overhead Tricep Extension: 3 sets of 10.
• Arnold Press (variation of military press): 5 sets 10.

Until next time… 🙂

Repeat after me: “I can do this”

“I want to Inspire people. I want someone to look at me and say, ‘Because of you I didn’t give up'” – Evan Carmichael

Good morning and Happy Saturday!

I finally have internet again! The past few days have been hectic: Closing on the new house, packing and moving. We’re still not done, but husband and I are just about finished moving everything into the new house.

My arms, shoulders, legs and back are sore from lifting for the past few days. I guess it’s a blessing and a curse in disguise! I forgot how much of a workout you get from lifting and carrying boxes up and down the stairs! 😉

On a more exciting note..I’ll be able to start a more permanent workout routine starting Monday!!

“Just Do it. Then do it again” – Nike

Another quote I love by Nike.

I stumbled across this poster, and I believe this hit the nail on the head. Discipline + your belief in yourself and your program (fitness or nutritional)  + your Attitude = Happiness.

Image Source: http://www.greatmindsthinkfit.com/motivational-fitness-posters.html

All it takes is 22 days for something to become a habit. 22 days, you can do it!  Eventually it will become second nature. For me personally, my goals are: To tone up, slim down and lose weight. Your journey begins with one step at a time. You never know what you can achieve until you try. I’m right here with you every step of the way. Those that are in the same boat as you are with you as well. Do something everyday that gets you closer towards your goals. It may take you weeks, months or years. Whatever you do..Don’t quit! 

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It’s back to unpacking in the new house and finishing up moving items from the old house over.

Until next time… 🙂

Believe, Sweat, Inspire!

“Strength doesn’t come from what you can do. It comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t” – Rikki Rogers

 

Good morning!

I can’t believe that we’re halfway through the week already. From when I first created this blog and when I made the decision to transform into a better me, I’m down a total of 2.2 lbs. (146) from when I started! (YIKES!). This is just from running 1.5 miles every other day, walking by dog 1.5-2 miles every day, and watching my portion during meals.

“When you feel like quitting, remember why you started” – Unknown

 I’ve fallen off the workout wagon dozens of time. I would lose a few pounds in the past, and then just be stuck. It was very discouraging, so I would stop that routine and do something else. Well, no more of that! Even though I’m happy with myself, I want to be happier. I want to feel confident in my own body without seeing a blob in the mirror.

The promise I made to myself –

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To those that are currently on a health/wellness/fitness journey of their own, NEVER quit and Believe –

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Time for me to get ready to close on the new house! I can’t tell you how excited I am to have a house of our own to call ‘home’! But…I’m even more excited to hurry and get everything moved in! I want to start my workout routine with my new fitness/nutritional products, and let the fun begin! 🙂

Until next time… 🙂

Run Inspired

Just do it. Even if you suck” – Nike.

Good morning and Happy Tuesday!

I don’t know why but I LOVE that quote by Nike.

As I was drinking my coffee earlier this morning, I was inspired to run. I took my running partner (my dog) and ran for 35 minutes. When I used to live in Florida, someone once asked me why I would run the distance I did and during the hottest hours of the day.

Call me crazy, I like the way it makes me feel.

This sums it up –

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To all my fellow runners out there, this one is for you –

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“The human body is capable of amazing physical deeds. If we could just free ourselves of perceived limitations and tap into our internal fire, the possibilities are endless” – Dean Karnazes

 On another note, I weighed myself this morning. I’m down to 147. That’s 1.2 lb weight loss total from my starting weight. I still have a long way to go! It’s true that I haven’t started my workout routine and I won’t until we are moved into the new house. When I have a break, I keep active and  slip in a short run or walk my dog for about 1.5-2 miles every day.

No matter what workout regime you have, keep knocking it out one bit at a time. It all adds up! 🙂  If I can do it, then I know that YOU definitely can too! To everyone that is dedicating themselves to become a better them, believe in yourself and in what you can accomplish.

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Back to my cup of coffee, lots of water, and packing!

Until next time… 🙂

Step 2: Pick a start date and workout regime!

“Everything you need is already inside” – Nike

Good morning and happy Monday!

Hope everyone had a fantastic weekend! Things have been a little hectic these past few days and will be for the upcoming few days. My husband and I are closing on a house Wednesday! (Woooooo hoo!)

My days are going to sound like this –

• Packing, packing…more packing, move to new house!
• Slip in a small 1.5 run or walk with my dog when I have a break. 🙂

I won’t start my fitness journey until after we’re all moved in and settled. So far, this is a rough sketch of what my workout plan is going to look like once I start –

• Monday & Tuesday – Gym: Weight machines (shoulders, biceps, triceps), elliptical & treadmill.
• Wednesday, Thursday & Friday – 4 mile run & 1.5-2 mile walk with dog in evening.
• Saturday & Sunday – Rest days, 2-3 mile walk with Dog.

This is will be my routine until I’m satisfied, until I’m happy with myself. This is something that I have struggled with for years. I’m 27 years old and this is now just starting to sink in. Never Forget: The most important thing to remember is that whatever fitness, health/wellness goals you have set for yourself; they are for YOU. Don’t do it for someone else, do it for you. Have confidence in your body and yourself. YOUR happiness is what matters the most.

Also, I’m going to try something new with my workout routine. I recently ordered some fitness/nutritional products to use in combination. Normally, I don’t use products; however, I’m open to try something new! A good friend of mine recommended it, and loved the way it made her feel. She’s also a fitness coach so of course I trust her with the recommendations (Love ya girl!) 🙂  I’m very excited to try these products out for myself!

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Have a great rest of the day!

Stay focused and remember why you started your fitness journey.

You’re doing it for you.

Until next time… 🙂

Step 1: Time to set fitness and weight loss goals!

“You don’t have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great” – Zig Ziglar

What kind of person do YOU want to be? Image Source: https://www.pinterest.com/crystalcwarner/positive-thoughts/

As of 28 August, 2015 these are my starting numbers:

• Weight – 148.2 lbs
• Last 1.5 mile run – 00:12:25
• Waist: 32 in.
• Bicep: 11 in.

The person that I want to be is a person that accomplishes these:

• Lose weight, get down to 135 lbs to start.
• Tone up shoulders, back, arms.
• Stomach pooch needs to go!
• Lose a couple of inches off my waist for now. Get down to 30 in to start off.
• My fastest 1.5 mile run time was 11:15. Let’s shave off a couple of seconds! Baby steps, baby steps.
• Softball – Work on footwork for playing infield/first base, hitting/pitch selection for both right handed and left handed.

Sounds like a plan to me! Image Source: http://iheartinspiration.com/quotes/fitness/set-a-goal-make-a-plan-get-to-work-stick-to-it-reach-a-goal/

Next step…decide how to get where I want to be and when to start.

What are your fitness and health/wellness goals?

Ready?

1….

2…

3…

…GO!

So..Who’s ready to do work with me?! 😀

Until next time… 🙂