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Something someone wrote in response to a post I wrote on Facebook about struggling with the whole nutrition thing lately really struck a chord with me tonight. It said this:"The way I act determines how I feel.. NOT the way I feel determines how I act"I mean, I've known this, but what a great reminder that my choices need to be made because of my goals and where I want to be/what I want to achieve, NOT because of how I feel. ...Going with the Flow
It's the most wonderful time of the year... or in my case it's the craziest. Seriously, what was I thinking having 2 of my 3 kids' birthdays between Thanksgiving and Christmas? Geez! Today I cleaned the house to get ready for their birthday party Sunday, but first we have a Christmas party at church tomorrow night, a home depot project day for the kids Saturday morning with grandma & grandpa, and then we're g...Cranky, But Not Depressed!
It's late...again. I worked out from 9-10pm, so I couldn't fall asleep. I took Kayla shopping this afternoon to get her a new winter coat and boots, and we were gone during my normal work out time. Anyway, things are still going well, and I'm on track...that's 2 good days in a row! :) Need to work on water intake, meal timing, sleep, and oh yeah, I flipped out at hubby tonight. I don't really want to go into details ...A New ME!
I am happy to report that whatever was going on in my head the last time I wrote is not there anymore! I totally cleaned up my act and didn't let my free meal turn into a free weekend, and I'm happy about that! :)I ran a 5K this morning in Oconomowoc. I was able to stay overnight at a hotel and man was it nice to have some extended "me time." I went shopping when I arrived yesterday and let me just say that it to...Gotta Stay Strong
I took my free meal tonight, and I wasn't planning on overdoing it, but then ring ring...guess who was on the phone? Yep, it was hubby. He asked if I wanted him to stop and pick up dinner. I thought about it and considered the consequences to answering yes or no, but still said yes. Taco Bell. It was really good, but then I also told him to get me a soda pop, and I told him it was my free meal, so he whippe...Lonely
So much for going to bed early. UGH. I've been reading through previous blogs to refresh my memory about all the things I've learned and can continue to grow from. Today my headache is still present...probably from a lack of sleep and stress. Also, feelings of loneliness and rejection have been creeping in. I'm not sure why today of all days, but I'm feeling it, so I'm not holding it inside, but rather lett...Headaches & Hugs
I had a headache today... good excuse to not stick with my program, right? I think not! Yes, I took a nap mid-day to try to lesson the pain, but that didn't work. So, I chose to go to fit club tonight and did an Insanity workout with the group. It wasn't pretty, but I did the best I could. Then I came home and completed a 5-25 UBWO and 300 sit ups. Why? Because I agreed to do 3 cardio and 3 strength train...Clearing Space
Tonight I spent about 2 hours folding 5 baskets filled with kid clothes and matching a bazillion and a half pairs of socks. I didn't really want to do it, but I was getting tired of it all in my dining room, and I could feel the frustration with myself building for not taking the time to do it. So, clearing the space in my dining room is helping to clear space in my head, which is a good thing.My workout today was rough. I don't...Just Need to Think About It...
Today was a strange day. I ran a little behind getting ready this morning and had to rush to get the kids off to school. I completely forgot to focus on gratitude first thing and perhaps that's why I was so stressed? After I dropped Kayla off at school, I drove 35min. to my chiropractor's office...jamming out to my tunes the whole way there. :) The adjustment felt good and overall he said I'm doing a great j...Encouraged
Exhaustion hit me like a brick wall today. Going to bed at 4am will do that. I guess it wasn't the brightest decision to drink caffeine at 10pm even if it was my free night. It messed up my body for the whole day. I did get in my sculpting video still, though. I had to persuade my hubby to give me some tv time so I could get it done. I'm proud of myself for being assertive and making it happen. In the pas...Stress Eating Sucks
Today I decided to take my free meal....and now I feel guilty. I know I shouldn't, and I am trying to get over it and move on, and I'm sure I will. I don't usually feel guilty after free meals, but maybe tonight was different because I over-indulged just a tad too much. That stinkin' Halloween candy! I resisted for 2 days, but apparently I allowed myself to engage in emotional eating, and well... let's just say I'm going t...Crabby Yet Empowered
Today was a scheduled rest day. Ahhh... I still walked Kayla to school and home because I needed some fresh air though. Although it was a much easier day than the past two days in some ways, in other ways it was more difficult.My kids were so whiney tonight, and my patience was very low. I have been feeling more and more overwhelmed because of the messiness in our house, AGAIN. It feels like my husband, my daughter's ...Resisting Temptation...again
"I do not eat Halloween candy." That's what I've been telling myself all day long, and I did not eat one single piece of candy... in fact I did not waver from my plan one bit, and I'm so, so proud of that! It's not the easiest thing to do when candy is everywhere I turn. As if it wasn't bad enough that the kids went trick or treating twice- once at the farmer's market last weekend and again tonight, but hubby came home...Timestamps of My Day
Today was insane. I cannot remember the last time I've had such a busy day. First I'll say nutrition was different, but all on plan, exercise is complete, and mindset goals have been met. With that, here's how it all went down:6:30am- Wake up and get kids ready for school7am- Eat 2 small apples and 2 low fat string cheese8am- send kids off on the bus8:45am- take car to get an oil change (with youngest in tow)10am- arriv...Beautiful Change
Sleep. It's important, I can't deny that. As much as I'd love to crawl under the warm covers at bedtime now that the cool Autumn days have approached, I can't. It's not that I'm not tired because I am completely exhausted. I'm not sure why sleep eludes me, or perhaps I'm avoiding it? I think partially I cherish the quiet time at night when the kids are all in bed and my hubby's upstairs watching tv. It gives me time to unwind, relax, reflec...Breaking the Cycle
Temptation has been on my mind a lot recently with Halloween coming up and everything. I know if it's not in the house then I won't eat it, but I do not have control over what comes into my house. Yes, it would be absolutely wonderful if my hubby would be on the same page as me, but he is not. It used to anger me to feel like I had a constant battle against him, but I'm done with the arguing and fighting. I cannot control ...Short and Sweet
Accountability for today...5-25 LBWO tonight (at 9pm), it was a busy day, but I still got it in!Nutrition good all day, free meal tonight, yum!Mindset goals met!An awesome day! Time for sleep. Zzzz......Temptation & Self-Respect
Today's Wins Exercise: 5 mile runNutrition: Right on planMindset: Too tired to think too much, which is good right now. Yes I started with gratitude this morning, yes I did something nice for myself by going for a run, and yes I am journaling right now.I'm exhausted. It's been a long and insanely busy week. I need to start going to bed earlier. This staying up until midnight stuff isn't good for me. I will ...Gratitude Works!
Today I am so stinkin' sore! Getting in my workouts is definitely becoming more routine and even when I don't feel like it, I still do them anyway. What I'm struggling with a little my nutrition. We don't have terrible food sitting around (except the fritos), but it's the portions and timing that have been really off today. I need to cook up some chicken again to have it ready-made because that just makes everything so muc...Change...it does a body good! (pass it on!)
Today seemed to fly by! I started a new round of Brazil Butt Lift and was reminded how much fun it is to pretend to be in Brazil doing all those sexy dance moves. lol Yeah...right. Anyway, it's a nice change, and it felt good, but I have a feeling my buns are going to be aching in the morning! I also led my Healthy Living Group at church tonight, but only 2 other people showed up, and they are rocking the fitness (were bef...Lookn4change
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