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Action!!!!!

I was breifly frustrated yesterday.  As I was leaving work my boss says since you only have one client on Wednesday do you want to just come in at noon instead of 8.  Another loss of hours.  I had to go in for mandatory training on my day off and now less hours - I guess the hours balanced out but I though of the training hours as some extra hours.   This time back in June I was working 40+ hours now I am working abo...

November 18, 2008 | comments (2) | Uncategorized

Action!!!!!

I was breifly frustrated yesterday.  As I was leaving work my boss says since you only have one client on Wednesday do you want to just come in at noon instead of 8.  Another loss of hours.  I had to go in for mandatory training on my day off and now less hours - I guess the hours balanced out but I though of the training hours as some extra hours.   This time back in June I was working 40+ hours now I am working abo...

November 18, 2008 | comments (0) | Uncategorized

The Dash - An inspiring video

I received this video via e-mail today and wanted to share it with my T-Friends.  Hope you are having a beautiful Sunday!   Love Kathy http://miammovies.com/movies.php?movie=dash...

November 9, 2008 | comments (2) | Uncategorized

Testing Day and future plans!

Well I took my test today. I think I did pretty good but it is tough to judge. I have to be careful because I am a little overcritical of Kathy. There were several questions on the test that were never covered in class and to my knowledge were not in our books. Some of the muscles like the biceps femoris are not in the book. Note to those that are learning - biceps femoris is not in your arm it's in the back of your quads (thigh) I mean one of th...

October 25, 2008 | comments (7) | Uncategorized

Roadblock reduced to speedbump

I realize that what I am talking about here is a situation relatively unique to me but I wanted to share with my T-friends and family.  As most of you know I had Gastric bypass surgery about 10 1/2 years ago.  I lost weight REALLY fast.  Within 2 1/2 months I lost 50 lbs.  Eventually I lost 130 lbs.  I got complacent and then gained back up to 230.  I found BFL but my fears of failure/dissapointment kept me from reac...

October 21, 2008 | comments (3) | Uncategorized

NFPT College Class #7

Completed my CPR certification on Monday last week.  I had pushed my team mate I was buddied up with to complete the Kettlebell research paper and our individual reserach paper for our team.   Our instructor require everyone to research Kettlebells and our individual report was on Latest Trends in Fitness. Well my 'buddy' didn't show up for class.  No surprise but I was wisely prepared.  My kettlebell reserach projec...

October 20, 2008 | comments (0) | Uncategorized

Do you realize how beautiful you are??

I had a delightful visit from Jane yesterday.  She has been trekking around the country with the guide of her GPS.  We chatted for over 4 hours yesterday.  She reminds me of someone that is butterfly breaking out of a coccoon.  Spreading her wings and realizing her true beauty. This remind me of so many people on this site.  I have learned so much from so many of you.  I am opening up in areas that I didn't...

October 15, 2008 | comments (1) | Uncategorized

NFPT College Class #6

Wow - If I could get the results on my certification test like the results my instructor gives me on my papers I would ace the thing.  I got an excellent note on my Steroids research paper.  Started feeling really tired (almost loopy) lately.  I realized I had not been getting enough sleep.  Up to late trying to do homework and it started wearing on me.  Got to be sure and get my 7-8 hours.  My hubby gets so few...

October 12, 2008 | comments (1) | Uncategorized

Pursuit of a Dream

During my recent blog I mentioned that I was in the pursuit of my dream.  The first comment on that blog was - Kathy - What is your dream?Great question - My dream is to help others acheive thier dreams.  I enjoy my current job because I do get to help people but how much can I truly do in 15 minutes a week??    My dream and goal is to be a certified personal trainer and now a kettlebell instructor.  I also want to b...

October 4, 2008 | comments (4) | Uncategorized

NFPT College Class #5

This week we had a take home 135 question mid term test.  We had to find the answers in our manual and write what page we found the answer on.  Even if you knew the answer we had to find the answer in the book.  Very time consuming.  I created an upper Body workout for mitocondrial failure using the overload principle.  Can't really use BFL principles.  We are supposed to use the rep and set ranges that are...

October 4, 2008 | comments (2) | Uncategorized

RECOMMITMENT

I am excited about the kettlebell certificaiton possibilites and also my personal trainer certification.  Lot's of homework plus I also need to get my CPR certification.  I could possibly have 2 certifications at the end of the class.  NFPT Certification and Russian Kettlebell certification.   The thing I am concerned about is that it it is not leaving me much time to do my Transformation head/heart work and fitness ...

September 29, 2008 | comments (7) | Uncategorized

NFPT College Class #4

Class went well.  We had a survey of questions and it was tough.  Got a 99.5  I actually knew the answer that I got incorrect but I unwisely listed to someone else and ended up getting it wrong.  Don't you hate when that happens!  Have to listen to my instinct.   I have a take home test to do.  Our team is supposed to do it together but since my team mate isn't doing his work I will get the job done.&n...

September 27, 2008 | comments (0) | Uncategorized

Dreams

Dreams come a size too big so that we can grow into them - Josie BissettIf one is lucky, a solitary fantasy can totally transform one million realities - Maya AngelouReach high, for stars lie hidden in your soul.  Dream deep for every dream precedes the goal - Pamela StarrAction is the antidote to despair - Joan BaezYou may be disappointed if you fail, but you are doomed if you don't try.  - Beverly SillsYou gain strength, courage and c...

September 23, 2008 | comments (4) | Uncategorized

NFPT College Class #3

Well I got the core routine done.  It's more classic floor exercise.  One of the other teams did mostly weight exercises.  These two guys are fighters.  My team mate didn't do his assignments again.  I guess I will just do the workload and make sure it gets done.   I think he is just doing this class for personal enrichment. We were finally able to get in the gym and then the tough part came.  Coach had us ...

September 20, 2008 | comments (3) | Uncategorized

Beautiful Day

I was a little down earlier in the week.  Frustrated with the destruction and havoc caused by Hurricane Ike and I couldn't help for a while due to being ill.  Today I got up bright and early (actually dark) and helped serve food at the shelter since it was my day off.  I know I should probably study but I will fit that in this week.  The food they brought us was a little disappointing.  Mostly cold danishes and ...

September 16, 2008 | comments (3) | Uncategorized

NFPT College Class #2

Had my second class today.  I am trying not to worry and just work hard.  There is just so much to learn.  We had an assignment to present today.  Turns out my partner just read the chapter last night and didn't even do a report and wasn't ready to do a presentation.  I had summarized our chapter and created a handout for our classmates.  I was kind of embarassed to see all the typos.   Apparently...

September 13, 2008 | comments (4) | Uncategorized

OMG - Class Reunion Planning time!

My stomach is all in knots.  Why does thinking about a high school reunion do this to me?  I haven't seen many of these people in almost 30 years.  They are having an organizational meeting on Wednesday.  I had volunteered to help with the reunion.  I thought it might make me a little more comfortable about going to the reunion.  Now I am panicking.  The last reunion I went to someone said something that up...

September 7, 2008 | comments (8) | Uncategorized

First Class

Oh my gosh - This is going to be a tough class.   I really like this instructor.  He is serious about having us trained and at the top of our game when we take our test and start as trainers.  He is a Master Trainer with NFPT so he teaches all the classes.  I know one of the classes I am interested in is Sports Nutrition.  Some of you may know that I was interested in one time in becoming a Dietitian.  ...

September 6, 2008 | comments (6) | Uncategorized

Warning - Warning - It's almost State Fair time in Texas

Why the warning - Where do you think Fried Twinkies and Fried Snickers show up on the menu at state fairs now.  There are many yearly contest at the State Fair of Texas but none could wreck havoc on a diet more than the Big Tex Choice Awards Just a side note - I actually got a healthy recipe published in the latest Jenny Craig Creative recipes cookbook so I tried to find a 'healthy' recipe contest at the state far and there was not one ...

September 5, 2008 | comments (3) | Uncategorized

Class Starts tomorrow!

I am so excited but also so nervous.  My Personal Trainer class starts tomorrow.  The course is through NFPT - The National Federal of Professional trainers.  I have been peeking at the study guide and found the book online.  There is so much to learn.  I want to absorb everything so that I can be the best trainer possible.  I also want to make sure I pass the certification exam the first time around.  I wi...

September 5, 2008 | comments (4) | Uncategorized

Road to White Rock!

I haven't done a good walk in a long time.  I have knee and foot problems so the last half-marathon I was training for I again had to change to the 5K.  Last year it felt like a possible stress fracture but bruising of the protective layers of the bones.  This spring it was my arthritis getting aggravated hen I was doign the BFL challenge.  Well I am not giving up!  I have been through my physical therapy and been we...

August 26, 2008 | comments (5) | Uncategorized

Walk the Rock - I can do it!

I got this hair-brained idea today.  I was all excited about my husband having a great 10K run this morning.  I have been reading about Marty, Mellie, Bill and Clarissa all training for the Denver Marathon.  l was looking around for events for my hubby- He likes 10K's.  I walked my first half-marathon with him in 2005.  I noticed that Prevention magazine had set up to do the Dallas White Rock marathon.  I was really ...

August 24, 2008 | comments (5) | Uncategorized

Kona = Chocolate??

Just for the fun of it I looked up the events that are gong on in the Hawaiian Islands in March.  I am not sure when our Transformation adventure is scheduled but I vote for late March.  I am sure the Ukelele Festival is great but the Chocolate Festival is perfect for free day!!!  I have always wanted to see whales and apparenty some whales are still in calving season in March.  ------------------Mid MarchUKULELE FESTIVAL...

August 24, 2008 | comments (6) | Uncategorized

Struggles in Faith

This is probably my toughest blog but most important.  I am really struggling in my faith department.  I believe in God but I am inspired by so many others that have a strong personal faith.I am born and raised Catholic - I joked with a counselor that the Catholics and Jewish probably kept them in business.  These two religions are stereotypically guilt-riddenI did all the tradition baptism, confirmation etc as precribed by th...

August 23, 2008 | comments (6) | Uncategorized

Tough Day in Transformation

When I started this Transformation I thought I need to lose a few pounds - Well more than a few and I guess I have a couple of things in my life that I need to work on.  Well OH BOY each week I swear think Bill has a direct blessing from God to let me know that I have more that a few minor things I need to work on in my life.  Seems each day I get new insights and triggers to things I need to change and work on.  I had not ide...

August 21, 2008 | comments (7) | Uncategorized

The Biggest Loser

I have a confession - I love the show the Biggest Loser! Even during all my weight struggles I loved watching other people transform and succeed! Success stories - Before and After in magaznes and such.  Perhaps this is why I love this Transformation website so much - I get to see the beauty of the physical and emotional transformation.  The beauty of all the individuals here that choose to step out of thier comfort zones and reach...

August 19, 2008 | comments (8) | Uncategorized

How did you let that happen????

Many of my blogs are inspired by events or just a simple e-mail from a T.com friend.  An e-mail was the inspriation for this blog.  My friend was inspired by a television show regarding some women that were very large. Together these ladies lost a total of 400 lbs.  Most of you that have never been in the mordibdly or super moridly obese catagory don't understand how this can happen to a person.  I am only speaking f...

August 19, 2008 | comments (2) | Uncategorized

Progress not Perfection - A learning experience

Progress not perfection is appropriate for so many reasons.  I have noticed that a lot of the people on this board are in my age group - Forty-ish.  I have been able to deal pretty well with the physical joint issues.  I really got started working out again because of a shoulder problem.  I got a bad cyst on my bad that required minor surgery and wasn't able to exercise for weeks.  I couldn't even do my morning ...

August 18, 2008 | comments (4) | Uncategorized

Lessons??

If you let failure become a stopping point, then it remains a failure.  If you can get up and carry on, it become a lesson. What do you choose???...

August 10, 2008 | comments (6) | Uncategorized

What A Great Day!

O.K.  I am forgiving my dogs for stepping on my freshly pedicured toes - It's only the second time I have ever even had them done professionally.  I am sure he was just thrilled to see me and didn't realize that the polish was not 'cured' yet.   DO you really think that they step on them that much usually but today of course they step on my  LOL!Well I went in to the doc today and the news is that although my bo...

August 8, 2008 | comments (9) | Uncategorized

I AM SO EXCITED!!!! My next step.....

I have been racking my brains trying to find a solution to a problem. I have wanted to do this for years but didn't have the courage. Several months ago I start doing some research and expressed my interest in becoming certified as a personal trainer. The more I am involved with this website the more that desire has grown. There is such a need for transformation. I was dreaming of using Bill's ideas and tools to be a trainer. I would love to be a...

August 8, 2008 | comments (7) | Uncategorized

I AM SO EXCITED!!!! My next step.....

I have been racking my brains trying to find a solution to a problem. I have wanted to do this for years but didn't have the courage. Several months ago I start doing some research and expressed my interest in becoming certified as a personal trainer. The more I am involved with this website the more that desire has grown. There is such a need for transformation. I was dreaming of using Bill's ideas and tools to be a trainer. I would love to be a...

August 8, 2008 | comments (6) | Uncategorized

Starfish Story - Makng a difference!

The Starfish StoryOriginal Story by: Loren Eisley One day a man was walking along the beach when he noticed a boy picking something up and gently throwing it into the ocean.  Approaching the boy, he asked, “What are you doing?”The youth replied, “Throwing starfish back into the ocean.  The surf is up and the tide is going out.  If I don’t throw them back, they’ll die.”“Son,” the ...

August 1, 2008 | comments (11) | Uncategorized

Dealing with Physical Issues

I was just talking to a special person on this board that shared with me that she is having some physical issues and was thinking about not continuing on the Challenge.  It made me realize that there are several people that are on this website that have the same issues and concerns.  I think it is important to remember that the physical transformation is only 33.3% of the scoring.  That leaves a large portion of the scoring to how ...

July 25, 2008 | comments (13) | Uncategorized

Top Ten List -Transformer Style

Top Ten signs your are a Transformer10) You are distinctly aware of where the restrooms are everywhere you go because you are drinking 10 or more cups of water each day!9) You walk around with a little grin ever where you go and people are wondering what you are up too!8) You are working on a list each day that includes pizza, lasagna, chocolate etc. so you know what to include on your free day.  7)  Your grocery cart is ...

July 23, 2008 | comments (12) | Uncategorized

I'M LOVING IT!!!

I am happy to get up at 5 a.m. for cardio - It sets me up for a fantastic day.  I have had my blood pumping and I have a bounce in my step for the rest of the dayI am enjoying the energy that I am feeling everyday.  I realized yesterday that when I was calling clients, something I doing standing up by choice, that I was actually fidgeting by tapping my toes due to all the energy I felt.   I am humbled by the people that h...

July 23, 2008 | comments (5) | Uncategorized

Seeking Treasure - The Be the Change Challenge

I have to tell you that I am truly enjoying this process called the Be The Change Challenge.  On a regular basis Bill sends us another step in the process to unveil our true selves.  I had earlier started a few blogs about seeking treasure.  I feel like Bill is giving us a scavenger hunt of sorts.  He gives us new clues and secrets that take us closer to the true treasure.  What is your treasure?  A closer relat...

July 21, 2008 | comments (3) | Uncategorized

Health Heroes

Love the picture of the old exercise equipment I sw in the antique section of the flea market I went to last week. I know this will sound strange but even when I was 310 lbs I was very interested in health and fitness.  I just wasn't doing what needed to be done to get the weight off.  Part of it was due to depression.   I used to pick up issues of Weight Watchers and Shape and feel so embarrassed because I thought people woul...

July 12, 2008 | comments (2) | Uncategorized

Life is Fragile

This morning I woke up and turned to my husband and said it was my brother's birthday and it is the anniversary of the day I almost died.  My 'little' brother turns 45 today.   When I was 19 I was on a date with the older brother of my brother's best friend.  Mike, my brother, was born on July 3rd.  Jeff, his best friend, was born on July 4th.  They are still the best of friend and will be celebrating again this week...

July 3, 2008 | comments (10) | Uncategorized

My Surgery - Past, Present. and Future

First off I want to thank so many of you that have been supportive.  I don't if many of you understand why a person might consider bariatric surgery and the ramifications of that decision.  I have been overweight for the majority of my life.  I joked with my mom that it was because she didn't read the formula cans correctly.  This young mother did not know you were supposed to dilute the formula.  I won't go int...

July 1, 2008 | comments (2) | Uncategorized

Transformation Friends - Wow

I starting on this website about a month ago.  I was currently doing a BFL challenge so every once in a while I popped in to find out how Bill is doing.  I noticed the website upgrade and kind of got addicted.  I recalled in the book that Bill always recommended finding someone in your current condition that had had the results you were looking to acheive.  Well I saw some postings for this lady name Myoplex Lite.  Obviou...

June 29, 2008 | comments (12) | Uncategorized

When is assignment #1 Truly complete??

I wrote down my list of phrases and feelings but it seems as we progress the list keeps getting longer.  I knew I needed some changes but the list keeps evolving (getting longer??).  I am saying and doing things that are not normal for me (normal is all relative in my world) .  Feeling of confidence that I never thought I would have.   A little but very powerful assignment.  I had just completed a BFL Challenge ...

June 27, 2008 | comments (2) | Uncategorized

A Higher Purpose

Many times I see people referring to biblical references.  Today these reminded me of what Ralph Z.  kept saying on the Body of Work Tape  "What I am is a Gift from God, What I do with it is my gift back to God"I feel like Bill is sending us on a journey that will have us performing to our highest levels so we can be greater gifts for God.   Please understand that I know that not ev...

June 27, 2008 | comments (1) | Uncategorized

If Only

" If only you could see the beauty that I see in you." ...

June 25, 2008 | comments (4) | Uncategorized

Bring it on!!

I have had a few tears but now I am excited about the future of not only my physique but more importantly my heart and soul.  This is another quote I got from work!  Everyone have a fantastic day! I love my Transformation family.  Thank you for bringing us together Bill!"I will run, where failures fear to walk.  I will try harder, when failures seek to give in.  I will act right now, for now is all I have.  Tomo...

June 24, 2008 | comments (3) | Uncategorized

Breathe

Stop Breathing for a second!  That's how easy it is to give up but we can choose to breathe on, even when faced with the greatest challenges.  If you can control breath, you have the capacity to be in control of every situation. -Leussa Adrienne...

June 22, 2008 | comments (2) | Uncategorized

Determination

Determination can win over ability any day; You just have to want it bad enough.  And when you do, the word impossible become nothing but a myth, your dreams become a reality and only then you will realize you have acheived a life worth living, a life that give hope to others; a life that shoes the possibilities are endless    ...

June 17, 2008 | comments (4) | Uncategorized

Buried Treasure - Episode 3 The Continued Quest

Well I showed a little chink in my armor yesterday.  It may have been hormonal but it was probably mental fatigue.  I spend all week with people focused on the scale because I am currently in the diet industry.  My goal is to transfer all that I am learning and have learned and use it to help others in more of a transformational coaching approach based on BFL.   I am geting to help people right now in this current po...

June 13, 2008 | comments (3) | Uncategorized

Buried Treasure Part 2 - Woman overboard!

I found my way back to BFL because of a shoulder surgery.  I was already to start my New Year's resolution and then I huge painful cyst developed on my back over my shoulder.  It hurt to even have clothing rubbing against it.  Well after we were finally able to get the infection down I had surgery and was not allowed any upper body workout for about 6 weeks.  Wow - Take away your ability to workout and you REALLY want it. I st...

June 12, 2008 | comments (2) | Uncategorized

Buried Treasure

She is searching for buried treasure - Somewhere in this body that is currently 38% BF body is a healthier even happier person named Kathy.  She doesn't even know what her old body fat was when she was 310 lbs.  It doesn't matter.  It just means that she is getting closer to the treasure afer a long journey. It's closer - The map and guide is called Body for Life.   Along the way she has found pearls of wisdom f...

June 11, 2008 | comments (3) | Uncategorized

Light a Candle

I have been feeling very emotional lately.  Mother's Day just passed, my mom was in the hospital for the last time 2 years ago and the anniversary for her passing is just a few weeks away.  I recall the helplessness I felt when my mom was ill and I started doing (and still do) fundraisers for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society as a way to help.  Jonnae's valient and brave fight and Denise's strength through an agonizing trial r...

May 25, 2008 | comments (1) | Uncategorized

Attitude

This morning I work up in a weird mood.  I have struggled a bit with my challenge due to my arthritis.  I am doing physical therapy for most of my lower body workout.  I know I have mentioned this on some posts.   I am hoping I will have a good at home workout plan after PT is done!Anyway - I was craving buttermilk doughnuts.  I don't know why  - It was the craving of the morning.  I don't have these i...

May 19, 2008 | comments (0) | Uncategorized

Second Time Around

Hi gang - My name is Kathy  I have been a litle nervous about sharing some of my information but I am going to tell you my tranformation story up to this point.  I have struggled with my weight all my life.  I eased my mom because when I was a child she didn't read the instruction on the formula that is was supposed to be diluted.  I be I gained weight great as a kid.  No wonder I still like rich foods Isn't it ...

May 16, 2008 | comments (3) | Introduction

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