I'm posting this update from my phone while I lie (I had to look that one up!) in bed and reflect on the past week. I now officially have one full week and a day of Insanity under my belt, and I'm extremely proud of myself for sticking with it this far. I've already noticed results, not on the scale per se, but as I said in an earlier comment on another post--I just feel tighter and stronger all over. I've also noticed a major improvement in my stamina and level of completion during the workouts.
Now if only I could get my timing under control! I've been procrastinating my workouts on the days I have to work the bar, even so far as missing one completely on St. Patty's Day (don't worry! I made it up on Sunday). I lolligag around the house and find excuses to wait until the last possible minute. So my goal for this next week is to get up at a decent time, eat breakfast, do some small chores while I wait for my food to digest, and then get into it. Hopefully a stricter schedule will force me to regulate myself a little better. I'm terrified of missing a day and it turning into a few days and then a week and then a couple weeks, which can happen more easily than I'd like to admit. So if you care about me being hot and healthy and have noticed my absence from this blog, please call me out! I've yet to learn self-discipline (I was hoping it would naturally develop with age!).
But! I will give myself a little credit for my Friday workout. It began with a hike up Kennesaw mountain with a friend, her dog, and her two adorable boys. We hiked up at a leisurely pace, stopping for the kids to get water at every bench (of which I was more than happy to oblige them). The way back down, however, was a totally different story. Once we made it back to the main trail, a huge crack of thunder sounded, scaring the littlest one and the dog. It began to rain, lightly at first, but by the time we made it to the major decline (the steep beginning incline when you come up) it was downright pouring. The 8-year-old decided to take off, and me and the dog happily followed. It was a rush to run down the slick mountain at a pretty fast pace soaking wet trying to dodge the rain. I felt like a kid again! And I burned about 445 calories to boot!
When I got home, I changed my wet socks and shirt and popped in my Insanity DVD for the day. Another hour later, and I was down 425 more calories. It felt empowering to realize I was strong enough, mentally and physically, to make it through two fairly intense workouts when 2 months ago I was pretty much sedentary.
In fact, I felt so good I began to plan my next blog entry as a weekly check-in, pictures and all!
And then mother nature hit. So let's just say we'll wait another week for some photos, which I actually think may be a better idea anyways because it will fall in line with my 2 week fit test. If you don't know, Insanity has you do a fit test on your very first day to have a way in which to gauge your results. I did pretty poorly, but a majority of the moves pop up again in your daily workouts. Like I said, I've been improving steadily, and I'm actually excited for the fit test to come around again (sick, I know). I can't wait to see how much better I do. I just need to remember that my mind will want to quit before my body does. So I guess that's another goal for this week--push myself further mentally in order to achieve physically. Mind over matter as they say. Wish me luck!
I'm so glad to see you back on here. I have always wanted to do something like this but have never pulled myself together to do it. I'm hoping your creativity and drive motivate me to complete a blog. Even if I'm the only one who follows, its a way to stay honest and a great tracking tool.
ReplyDeleteI was starting to get worried you were disappearing. Good for you for not letting St Patty's day ruin your work. As for your typical
procrastination (no offense but I have known you for about half your life :) make your workout the first task you complete. You already are experiencing the positive effects on your mind and body with waiting until the last minute. Think of the added energy and focus you'd have if you made it your daily morning or whenever you awake activity. There is no better way to start your day.
We all want to feel great when we step foot out of our bed. Your three quarters of the way further then most. That final quarter will be reaching your goals whatever they may be. You asked to be given a hard time well.....get off your fat ass and be insane. When you lay down at night say to yourself "did I accomplish what I said I was going to." You put this blot out there for people to follow. Their is no hiding it now. Prove to the doubters (not I as I previously told you) you can make big changes without dramatic or evasive procedures. Keep at it and don't leave us followers hanging so long.
Well, I posted a lengthy blog and for some reason it never showed. Super pissed would be an understatement.
ReplyDeleteI think what you have done so far is awesome. Most people would not put themselves out there the way you have. As I already said, I have always wanted to do something like this. It keeps you honest not only to yourself but your folllowrrs as well. I think its great you didn't let St. Patty's day ruin your work. As for making excuses....well....stop you lazy beastard. I have known you for years so I'm not surprised your putting things off. But I have never known you to not complete whatever you start and finish in style. Prove the doubters wrong. (As I told you before I am not one of them.) How nice does it feel when people take notice to your hard work. Maybe they notice your energy and enthusiasm. If you get up and get your workout finished earlier, your day will only benefit further.
You asked for it so......get your fat ass up and be insane. Stop finding reasons to not do your workouts when you should. I log in almost daily to see how your doing. How nice will it be to laugh at your sisters, Mom and whoever else hops in when you walk away with he mula and the nicer body. Ok Im done.
Keep ag it. You will love looking back at this as time goes on. I'm looking forward to future posts.
I'm going to post an easy breakfast recipe under food porn for you.
That's weird because I totally got it as an email saying you commented and was able to read it. So at least the intended party saw it! As for that comment and this one, thank you. It actually means a hell of a whole lot to know that you've been rooting for me and looking for new posts. I kept putting them off thinking it didn't matter. I know better now and won't keep you waiting that long again!
ReplyDeleteI wasn't able to fall asleep last night until around 4 am (most likely due to me completing my workout so late), but you'll be happy to know I got up with my alarm at 9 am and have been steadily checking things off my todo list (I'll post a screenshot of it tonight in my blog--it's pretty intense). My workout is planned for 12 (can't do it first thing--I know myself and know I won't go 100% still groggy). And even though I'm sleepy and keep looking at the bed, mentally I already feel accomplished for the day.
I can't wait until it's a few more months down the road, and I can look back at all of this and see how far I've come... Richer of course, because I'm totally going to win the contest! :)