This week has been better. I still could have made some better decisions, but I made it to the gym and did the workouts my trainer gave me, and I finally feel like I am maybe starting to see some muscle definition come back.
It is so amazing how quickly you can get off track. I mean I had a freaking heart attack just over six months ago, and to see how quickly I can slip back into my old lifestyle is amazing. So I'm getting back on track. Working out with trainer helps sooooo much because I have someone else motivating me, and I don't want to go back and give her a bad report card!
So this week before I went to the grocery store, I made a list of meals I wanted for the next week or so. I need to get back to cooking more!
Sunday breakfast has always been mine and Jason's thing. It is our favorite meal and we usually go out. We used to go to the Big Biscuit every Sunday, but after my heart attack we have only been there maybe twice because they don't have many healthy options. So now if we go out we usually go to First Watch or somewhere like that. Yummmmm. But this morning I decided to cook at home. I made oatmeal pancakes and egg whites. It wasn't bad. Don't get me wrong, it was no buttermilk pancake. But even Jason cleaned his plate. Normally I don't use syrup, but I did use a little bit of sugar free this morning to help offset the oatmeal, lol.
This afternoon we went to the royals game. It was such a beautiful day for it. And tonight we grilled out. So double yum.
We are moving in a few weeks, so I constantly feel like I should be cleaning or packing or something productive, but I have been so exhausted all week since I got back from my work trip. Right now I'm sitting in my office with crap all around me, lol.
So here's to hopefully an even better week. Maybe I'll be brave enough to weigh myself in the morning. :)
Sunday, September 16, 2012
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Quickie
I will write more later, but for a quick update, I wanted to let everyone know that I finally got on board with Twitter. So if you would like to follow me, you can do so @heartjourney86
I am doing an interview with the Kansas City Star tonight, so I will also let you know when that will be up.
Things are still going great with my new trainer, can't say enough positive things about her. I was out of town all weekend, and I have got some catching up to do this week!
Oh and today only - you can help save lives with just a few clicks!
ANYTIME today, click on www.facebook.com/KCLiveTV and click “LIKE.” For every new Facebook fan they get today only, NBC will donate $5 do the American Heart Association, up to $2,000.
And a funny....
I am doing an interview with the Kansas City Star tonight, so I will also let you know when that will be up.
Things are still going great with my new trainer, can't say enough positive things about her. I was out of town all weekend, and I have got some catching up to do this week!
Oh and today only - you can help save lives with just a few clicks!
ANYTIME today, click on www.facebook.com/KCLiveTV and click “LIKE.” For every new Facebook fan they get today only, NBC will donate $5 do the American Heart Association, up to $2,000.
And a funny....
Monday, August 20, 2012
Six Months & Then Some
Ugh. I haven't wanted to write in a while, because, honestly I have not been doing so hot with eating and working out.
I had my six month checkup with the doctor a few weeks ago, and it went really well. He took me off one of my blood pressure medications because I was getting light headed. So that's good! I see him again in six months, I would LOVE to have to call him before then and get off of some of my other meds. He is making me prick myself and take my blood sugar a few times a week, because he wants to know if it gets too low. So it's an icky thing for a good purpose, and hopefully won't have to do that too long.
So, after my checkup, I had a big reality check with the fact that I had not lost nearly as much weight as I had anticipated losing in six months. The doctor was happy because I was still losing, but I really wanted to have a bigger victory than that. So, after talking with my Aunt, and getting re-motivated, I decided to start working out with a personal trainer again. This time I just wanted to once a week to keep me on track, and have them give some workouts to do the other days on my own.
I decided I wanted to give personal training another go. I wanted a trainer who I could depend on and who would motivate me and help me achieve my goals. I talked with the owner of the gym I go to (Blue Springs Fitness) and he set me up with an AMAZING new trainer.
I worked out with new trainer this morning and I LOVE her. I felt like my workout was much more catered to me, she was really interested in all of my medical history, and seemed like she really knew her stuff. I don't know if it's a male/female change but I found some major differences between the person I used to work out with and am really happy.
I feel like her concern is getting me healthy and keeping me that way. She understands and wants me to make a lifestyle change and not a temporary diet. She also explained the importance of eating plenty of calories so that you are fueling your body.
Also I don't have a ton of time to spend at the gym. So she is like, you can get a lot done in a smaller amount of time, its just about maximizing it and doing things that get you the best results. I really feel like trainer awesome (her nickname) and I are going to have some great results.
So my energy is coming back and I'm gaining more momentum. Let me tell you though, after not really working out much for several weeks and eating junk food, I noticed a huge difference. My clothes were tighter, I gained weight, I didn't have as much energy, and when I worked out this morning, it totally kicked my butt. I had to stop a few times and say hold on, which I never had to do before. It's amazing how quickly you can get out of shape if you stop your regimen.
Another important thing that I think my male trainer had a harder time with, and this trainer understands, is the emotional side of everything I'm going through and losing weight. It's a very big undertaking and a very emotional journey to lose weight. Add in my heart attack and everything I've been through, it is hard. I'm ready and willing to fight for this, but I need people around me who are going to encourage and support not just the physical journey.
Food is an emotional thing for me, and lately with lots of stress in my life, (trying to find a place to move, death of one of my boyfriend's family members, etc) I turn to food. I don't feel like going to gym, and I feel like eating more. I know this is bad, and I completely beat myself up about it. But I don't think trainer ass understands that this is something that people go through sometimes and its so hard.
They were all excuses and I used them not to eat healthy and workout - but I have to get back on track. So why not start today?
I had my six month checkup with the doctor a few weeks ago, and it went really well. He took me off one of my blood pressure medications because I was getting light headed. So that's good! I see him again in six months, I would LOVE to have to call him before then and get off of some of my other meds. He is making me prick myself and take my blood sugar a few times a week, because he wants to know if it gets too low. So it's an icky thing for a good purpose, and hopefully won't have to do that too long.
So, after my checkup, I had a big reality check with the fact that I had not lost nearly as much weight as I had anticipated losing in six months. The doctor was happy because I was still losing, but I really wanted to have a bigger victory than that. So, after talking with my Aunt, and getting re-motivated, I decided to start working out with a personal trainer again. This time I just wanted to once a week to keep me on track, and have them give some workouts to do the other days on my own.
I decided I wanted to give personal training another go. I wanted a trainer who I could depend on and who would motivate me and help me achieve my goals. I talked with the owner of the gym I go to (Blue Springs Fitness) and he set me up with an AMAZING new trainer.
I worked out with new trainer this morning and I LOVE her. I felt like my workout was much more catered to me, she was really interested in all of my medical history, and seemed like she really knew her stuff. I don't know if it's a male/female change but I found some major differences between the person I used to work out with and am really happy.
I feel like her concern is getting me healthy and keeping me that way. She understands and wants me to make a lifestyle change and not a temporary diet. She also explained the importance of eating plenty of calories so that you are fueling your body.
Also I don't have a ton of time to spend at the gym. So she is like, you can get a lot done in a smaller amount of time, its just about maximizing it and doing things that get you the best results. I really feel like trainer awesome (her nickname) and I are going to have some great results.
So my energy is coming back and I'm gaining more momentum. Let me tell you though, after not really working out much for several weeks and eating junk food, I noticed a huge difference. My clothes were tighter, I gained weight, I didn't have as much energy, and when I worked out this morning, it totally kicked my butt. I had to stop a few times and say hold on, which I never had to do before. It's amazing how quickly you can get out of shape if you stop your regimen.
Another important thing that I think my male trainer had a harder time with, and this trainer understands, is the emotional side of everything I'm going through and losing weight. It's a very big undertaking and a very emotional journey to lose weight. Add in my heart attack and everything I've been through, it is hard. I'm ready and willing to fight for this, but I need people around me who are going to encourage and support not just the physical journey.
Food is an emotional thing for me, and lately with lots of stress in my life, (trying to find a place to move, death of one of my boyfriend's family members, etc) I turn to food. I don't feel like going to gym, and I feel like eating more. I know this is bad, and I completely beat myself up about it. But I don't think trainer ass understands that this is something that people go through sometimes and its so hard.
They were all excuses and I used them not to eat healthy and workout - but I have to get back on track. So why not start today?
Sunday, July 22, 2012
Need to get my steam back
I apologize for my failure to blog lately. I've been wanting to hit some milestones before I wrote again, but that hasn't happened yet. These past few weeks since I got back from Florida have been hard. The further away I get from my heart attack the harder it is to keep up with everything.
I'm still going to the gym but I am having a hard time getting up and going in the mornings before work, so then I feel guilty all day and like there is something I have to do, which there is. So then I go deter work, but by the time I get home it's after 7 or 8 and I don't really feel like cooking dinner, so we have been eating out more often.
I really wanted to hit 26 pounds by my 26th birthday, and disappointingly that did not happen, but I've just got to stick with it and get my motivation back up.
My birthday was good. It was really fun. We went to the new aquarium at crown center and it was neat. Not something I need to see over and over again, but nice to see none the less. We ate lunch at my favorite pizza place and then Jason took me out for my favorite Mexican for dinner. I have not eaten very healthy this week. We went out last night with friends and it was really fun, although I think I am too old to stay out that late. I did not feel very well today.
Well hopefully I will have some good weight loss news soon, I see the doctor for my checkup in a few weeks, too!
Monday, June 18, 2012
Vacation
Back from a Florida vacation! It was a blast, we went for my Aunt's wedding and it all turned out amazing.
I finished up my personal training last week before I left. Overall, I would grade it a solid C. My last day was supposed to be the Friday before I left, but I showed up and my trainer never did. I didn't hear from him until about noon that day after I had texted him a few times, and he said we would reschedule for Monday, and then he was going to give me two free sessions because he canceled on me so many times. So we worked out Monday and that was good. Then he canceled on me both Tuesday & Wednesday mornings. So, those sessions didn't really work out. I would say over the whole 12 sessions I paid for, he probably canceled and rescheduled at least 5 times. I don't really mind rescheduling, but there were several times I showed up and didn't hear from him until well after designated times. Other times, I would get a text right before I was leaving the house to go.
I really like him as a person, and I really like the way he markets his company and the workouts were great. I just think he has some things to work out. I found it incredibly frustrating trying to get together with him. He just had his first baby, and I'm not denying that that is hard, but new dads aren't calling in to work everyday all over the country. I have to work 4-5 hours to pay for 1 hour of his time. I was also a little frustrated, because a lot during our sessions he would be on his phone or texting. There was also one time, I showed up for my session and he was training another person at the same time. He offers group sessions, but I was paying for individual and so I paid him the full price for that session and did not get all the attention. Now, there was one time when I requested that someone else work out with us, It was a woman I had really been wanting to meet and that was great. I just felt weird about not even being warned and just expecting that it was okay. I was pretty shocked when I showed up. Like I said, for almost $50 an hour, I just feel that all of your attention should be on who you are training. I certainly don't get paid $50/hour.
So, since he canceled Wednesday, I decided to do weights on my own and I did really well! I even went into what I call the big boy weight room and did squats on the machines. I was pretty sore the next day, but it was good that I knew what to do with the machines and how to do them safely. That was my main goal from training was to learn how to use the gym and feel confident on my own. So, that goal was definitely accomplished.
Now to vacation time....
It was wonderful. The weather was great. The wedding was perfect. It was really fun. My grandparents live in Naples, FL, so my Aunt decided to get married there at the Ritz Carlton. We left Thursday morning and came back Sunday.
I ate so much more than I have been. My stomach was not happy. I felt really bad one day and I know it was because I was putting all this junk in my body again. My body is so confused, junk, healthy, junk. LOL. It reminded me of how I used to feel all the time, and I did not like it.
So now its back to healthy menu and back to the gym. Somehow I still managed to lose 2.5 lbs last week. We'll see if it catches up to me this week.
The wedding was so fun. They got married on the terrace at the Ritz and it was beautiful. Right when they said I do, thunder cracked and a downpour began but at least we got the ceremony through before that! We then went into a private dining room and ate a huge meal. It was delicious! Halfway through the fire alarm went off and the entire Ritz had to evacuate! It was lots to laugh about. It was so great to see my Aunt so happy!
Here are some pictures from the trip!
I finished up my personal training last week before I left. Overall, I would grade it a solid C. My last day was supposed to be the Friday before I left, but I showed up and my trainer never did. I didn't hear from him until about noon that day after I had texted him a few times, and he said we would reschedule for Monday, and then he was going to give me two free sessions because he canceled on me so many times. So we worked out Monday and that was good. Then he canceled on me both Tuesday & Wednesday mornings. So, those sessions didn't really work out. I would say over the whole 12 sessions I paid for, he probably canceled and rescheduled at least 5 times. I don't really mind rescheduling, but there were several times I showed up and didn't hear from him until well after designated times. Other times, I would get a text right before I was leaving the house to go.
I really like him as a person, and I really like the way he markets his company and the workouts were great. I just think he has some things to work out. I found it incredibly frustrating trying to get together with him. He just had his first baby, and I'm not denying that that is hard, but new dads aren't calling in to work everyday all over the country. I have to work 4-5 hours to pay for 1 hour of his time. I was also a little frustrated, because a lot during our sessions he would be on his phone or texting. There was also one time, I showed up for my session and he was training another person at the same time. He offers group sessions, but I was paying for individual and so I paid him the full price for that session and did not get all the attention. Now, there was one time when I requested that someone else work out with us, It was a woman I had really been wanting to meet and that was great. I just felt weird about not even being warned and just expecting that it was okay. I was pretty shocked when I showed up. Like I said, for almost $50 an hour, I just feel that all of your attention should be on who you are training. I certainly don't get paid $50/hour.
So, since he canceled Wednesday, I decided to do weights on my own and I did really well! I even went into what I call the big boy weight room and did squats on the machines. I was pretty sore the next day, but it was good that I knew what to do with the machines and how to do them safely. That was my main goal from training was to learn how to use the gym and feel confident on my own. So, that goal was definitely accomplished.
Now to vacation time....
It was wonderful. The weather was great. The wedding was perfect. It was really fun. My grandparents live in Naples, FL, so my Aunt decided to get married there at the Ritz Carlton. We left Thursday morning and came back Sunday.
I ate so much more than I have been. My stomach was not happy. I felt really bad one day and I know it was because I was putting all this junk in my body again. My body is so confused, junk, healthy, junk. LOL. It reminded me of how I used to feel all the time, and I did not like it.
So now its back to healthy menu and back to the gym. Somehow I still managed to lose 2.5 lbs last week. We'll see if it catches up to me this week.
The wedding was so fun. They got married on the terrace at the Ritz and it was beautiful. Right when they said I do, thunder cracked and a downpour began but at least we got the ceremony through before that! We then went into a private dining room and ate a huge meal. It was delicious! Halfway through the fire alarm went off and the entire Ritz had to evacuate! It was lots to laugh about. It was so great to see my Aunt so happy!
Here are some pictures from the trip!
Tuesday, June 5, 2012
Pumping & Squeezing
Yesterday was a big day! I had my echo cardiogram which I was nervous about because it is the test that will tell me if there was any damage from my heart attack and if my heart is doing okay.
They just called with the results and everything is good! She said my heart is pumping and squeezing as it should and there are no valve issues! Woo hoo! That is a HUGE relief.
I also chatted with the nurse a little bit, because lately I have been getting light headed every now and then when I stand up. It kept happening a week or so ago and I took my blood pressure and it was 100/68. I asked her if that was low and she said its right on the borderline, if it drops into the 90s I definitely need to call. But she said that since I'm losing weight, etc...we may need to adjust my meds and lower them. So that would be amazing because one of my main goals is to get off a lot of these medications!
After I did that yesterday, I went to the gym to workout with my trainer. This is my last week. I'm a little nervous because after this week I will be totally on my own. Up until now I have constantly had someone to be held accountable to, from rehab to training. But now its just me, so gotta keep it up!
I worked out with someone yesterday who is super motivating though! She works with my trainer and writes a blog as well, her journey is really inspiring. You can read it at http://gfitkc.com/category/real-life-loser/. It was nice to be able to chat and it really made the workout fly by. She has completely changed her life as well with how she eats and working out, so it makes me feel like yeah I can do this too!
Last night I made a really yummy salsa recipe that my Mom sent me. I'll copy it below. I also made my own tortilla chips which was SUPER easy. I just bought some corn tortillas, lightly brushed them with extra virgin olive oil, cut them into eighths and lightly salted them, then I baked them at 350 degrees for about 10-15 minutes. Keep an eye on them though, because they burn quickly! Even Jason approved.
I just got two dresses in the mail to try on for my Aunt's wedding, they are two different sizes, so I'm hoping one of them works! It's always fun to buy new clothes (if they fit!).
So until I go to Florida, I'm trying to be more strict with myself. It's been awhile now since I've really lost weight. My trainer researched my meds and there is one we think is not helping the cause, but we also talked about how even though I'm doing cardio 5-6 days a week, I may not be getting my heart rate high enough. I was taking my Ipad and reading while I worked out but I think that was slowing me down. So I'm trying to work a little harder.
I also have not been being as good with food as I should. I definitely still eat waaaay better, and I probably shouldn't be so hard on myself. When I eat something not so great, I beat myself up about it, so I just need to be better with portion control. But I went to the store Friday night and planned out some meals for this week.
I've been looking for a way to show weight I've lost without posting pictures of myself (sorry, still insecure here) and I finally found an idea I liked on pinterest, so I'm copying it! The funny thing is, the images on pinterest had the glass things mostly filled so I bought big ones and once I filled them, I was like oh, I probably could have gone with slightly smaller. But its nice motivation to see and want to move the glass beads from one to the other (one direction only!). So here's where I sit currently.
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Here is the salsa recipe and the link where it came from! She has other things on her blog that look yummy too!
You can change ingredients as desires, I didn't put Cilantro in mine.
They just called with the results and everything is good! She said my heart is pumping and squeezing as it should and there are no valve issues! Woo hoo! That is a HUGE relief.
I also chatted with the nurse a little bit, because lately I have been getting light headed every now and then when I stand up. It kept happening a week or so ago and I took my blood pressure and it was 100/68. I asked her if that was low and she said its right on the borderline, if it drops into the 90s I definitely need to call. But she said that since I'm losing weight, etc...we may need to adjust my meds and lower them. So that would be amazing because one of my main goals is to get off a lot of these medications!
After I did that yesterday, I went to the gym to workout with my trainer. This is my last week. I'm a little nervous because after this week I will be totally on my own. Up until now I have constantly had someone to be held accountable to, from rehab to training. But now its just me, so gotta keep it up!
I worked out with someone yesterday who is super motivating though! She works with my trainer and writes a blog as well, her journey is really inspiring. You can read it at http://gfitkc.com/category/real-life-loser/. It was nice to be able to chat and it really made the workout fly by. She has completely changed her life as well with how she eats and working out, so it makes me feel like yeah I can do this too!
Last night I made a really yummy salsa recipe that my Mom sent me. I'll copy it below. I also made my own tortilla chips which was SUPER easy. I just bought some corn tortillas, lightly brushed them with extra virgin olive oil, cut them into eighths and lightly salted them, then I baked them at 350 degrees for about 10-15 minutes. Keep an eye on them though, because they burn quickly! Even Jason approved.
I just got two dresses in the mail to try on for my Aunt's wedding, they are two different sizes, so I'm hoping one of them works! It's always fun to buy new clothes (if they fit!).
So until I go to Florida, I'm trying to be more strict with myself. It's been awhile now since I've really lost weight. My trainer researched my meds and there is one we think is not helping the cause, but we also talked about how even though I'm doing cardio 5-6 days a week, I may not be getting my heart rate high enough. I was taking my Ipad and reading while I worked out but I think that was slowing me down. So I'm trying to work a little harder.
I also have not been being as good with food as I should. I definitely still eat waaaay better, and I probably shouldn't be so hard on myself. When I eat something not so great, I beat myself up about it, so I just need to be better with portion control. But I went to the store Friday night and planned out some meals for this week.
I've been looking for a way to show weight I've lost without posting pictures of myself (sorry, still insecure here) and I finally found an idea I liked on pinterest, so I'm copying it! The funny thing is, the images on pinterest had the glass things mostly filled so I bought big ones and once I filled them, I was like oh, I probably could have gone with slightly smaller. But its nice motivation to see and want to move the glass beads from one to the other (one direction only!). So here's where I sit currently.
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Here is the salsa recipe and the link where it came from! She has other things on her blog that look yummy too!
Ingredients
- 1 can (28 Ounce) Whole Tomatoes With Juice
- 2 cans (10 Ounce) Rotel (diced Tomatoes And Green Chilies)
- 1/4 cup Chopped Onion
- 1 clove Garlic, Minced
- 1 whole Jalapeno, Quartered And Sliced Thin
- 1/4 teaspoon Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1/2 cup Cilantro (more To Taste!)
- 1/2 whole Lime Juice
Preparation Instructions
Note:
this is a very large batch. Recommend using a 12-cup food processor, or
you can process the ingredients in batches and then mix everything
together in
a large mixing bowl.
Combine
whole tomatoes, Rotel, onion, jalapeno, garlic, sugar, salt, cumin,
lime juice, and cilantro in a blender or food processor. Pulse until you
get the
salsa to the consistency you'd like---I do about 10 to 15 pulses. Test seasonings with a tortilla chip and adjust as needed.
Refrigerate salsa for at least an hour. Serve with tortilla chips or cheese nachos.
Posted by Ree on January 27 2010
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Struggles
I love food.
Food has been the hardest part of ALL of this for me. I haven't gotten used to the working out, in fact I (mostly) look forward to working out, I like the way I feel and it gives me time to read and think and be by myself. But I am having a hard time with food and self control. I'm good with cooking healthy, and I bring my lunch most every day to work. But we still eat out way too much for dinner. And my favorite thing to eat out is Mexican food. When they put those chips in front of me, I just can't resist myself!! I have trouble stopping and I have trouble saying no to these kinds of things. My trainer suggested I order a salad while everyone is munching on chips, but quite frankly, I don't wanna!
So, I am still working on my issues with food. I have come a long way, but I have a long way to go.
It has definitely slowed down my weight loss progress. The first pounds were easy to lose, but now, even with going to the gym and working with a trainer, I just seem to be yo-yoing in this same area. I want to beat it sooooo bad and I just have to remind myself of that every single time I go to eat!
I'm going to do it though!
On a positive note, I don't know if I have posted about all the changes I've seen just in what weight loss I have had, but it really is life changing. Granted, much of my feeling better is because my heart is pumping the way that it should and I am much healthier. But, my clothes are loose, I have more energy during the day, and I sleep great at night. I used to lie in bed forever trying to fall asleep and I would wake up all night long on and off. I for the most part, sleep through the night now and it feels great. I don't have nearly as hard a time waking up at 6 to go work out as I would have several months ago (don't get me wrong, I'm still not thrilled). But man, when 9:00 rolls around, I am ready for bed!
I used to ALWAYS feel bad, I didn't realize it until I felt so good. I had headaches, stomach aches (no doubt the way I was eating), I just always felt blah and tired. It's so crazy to me now, I can't believe I lived like that. I rarely have any of those things now and its just so nice.
Things with the trainer are going well. We are doing lots of different exercises and I feel like I will be really educated when we are done. We usually do arms one day, legs another, and lots of abs inbetween. So far the hardest things has been planks. I HATE THEM. They make me sore and they are incredibly hard. Especially side planks.
She makes it look so easy.
Here's to pushing through the hard times and not eating through them!!!
Food has been the hardest part of ALL of this for me. I haven't gotten used to the working out, in fact I (mostly) look forward to working out, I like the way I feel and it gives me time to read and think and be by myself. But I am having a hard time with food and self control. I'm good with cooking healthy, and I bring my lunch most every day to work. But we still eat out way too much for dinner. And my favorite thing to eat out is Mexican food. When they put those chips in front of me, I just can't resist myself!! I have trouble stopping and I have trouble saying no to these kinds of things. My trainer suggested I order a salad while everyone is munching on chips, but quite frankly, I don't wanna!
So, I am still working on my issues with food. I have come a long way, but I have a long way to go.
It has definitely slowed down my weight loss progress. The first pounds were easy to lose, but now, even with going to the gym and working with a trainer, I just seem to be yo-yoing in this same area. I want to beat it sooooo bad and I just have to remind myself of that every single time I go to eat!
I'm going to do it though!
On a positive note, I don't know if I have posted about all the changes I've seen just in what weight loss I have had, but it really is life changing. Granted, much of my feeling better is because my heart is pumping the way that it should and I am much healthier. But, my clothes are loose, I have more energy during the day, and I sleep great at night. I used to lie in bed forever trying to fall asleep and I would wake up all night long on and off. I for the most part, sleep through the night now and it feels great. I don't have nearly as hard a time waking up at 6 to go work out as I would have several months ago (don't get me wrong, I'm still not thrilled). But man, when 9:00 rolls around, I am ready for bed!
I used to ALWAYS feel bad, I didn't realize it until I felt so good. I had headaches, stomach aches (no doubt the way I was eating), I just always felt blah and tired. It's so crazy to me now, I can't believe I lived like that. I rarely have any of those things now and its just so nice.
Things with the trainer are going well. We are doing lots of different exercises and I feel like I will be really educated when we are done. We usually do arms one day, legs another, and lots of abs inbetween. So far the hardest things has been planks. I HATE THEM. They make me sore and they are incredibly hard. Especially side planks.
Here's to pushing through the hard times and not eating through them!!!
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