SAHM 5/3 - 5/9
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We are a group of FABULOUS sahm's who are committed to our good health goals. We are informal but do challenge each other too. and we totally get the unique roles we play and the struggles that follow in trying to get fit and take care of our families and homes. 
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Welcome to a new week, SAHM sisters! Let's make the most of it & Carpe some Diem!
Nicole, how did your race go?
I get to see my diabetes doc in a few hours. Can't wait. Dropped another 20 lbs since I last saw her in Feb.0 -
Hey everyone ! I hope you had a great weekend!
MY race was awesome!!! It was so beautiful! I didn't run my best time, but I didn't run my worst either. I was pleased with it!
Trish- how was your TM 5k?0 -
argh! I left my account open last night while I was cooking dinner and it appears one of my *darling* children managed to delete it.
I didn't have any info I wanted to keep, which is good. Just had to make a new account this morning!
Have a great day everyone!0 -
Hey everyone, had a blast this weekend camping and doing The Ave 10k. It was so exciting to be a part of all the excitment and I can't wait to get better at running, I felt so much better then I thought when I first started just a few weeks ago.
Nicole- i'm so bummed we didn't get to meet up, the only bad thing about the redwoods they block all kinds of cell phone reception! Glad you had a good race, I can't wait for next year already... just beautiful place to run!0 -
Glad you had such a good race, Nicole. I did my TM 5k in 47 mins-- 15 mins off my first 5k time!
Had a good visit with my diabetes doc. She was very happy with my progress. I was kinda bummed that my hA1c was only 7. I was hoping for a 6.5. Next time. I dropped 22 lbs since I last saw her, and intend to do so again.0 -
Shera- I know! I didn't have much service either! Thye have another race at the same spot in October, a full, 1/2 and a 5k. It looks much smaller than yesterdays races.
Trish- Cool on the TM run!!!!!!! and the doc appt!0 -
Great job Trish! Baby steps girl, your hA1c may not have come down as much as you were hoping but it came down!! Do the happy dance your doing awsome!
Hummm many things to ponder Nicole ...another race in oct in the redwoods would be great. I've already given the SF 1/2 marathon a thought but I just don't know, those hills scare me. My best good friend wants me to do it with her??? That would give me 12 weeks to prepare for it AHHH decisions, decisions..thank god today is a rest day HAHAH I love how it's so easy for me to tell you to go for the full marathon, here I am a big baby about the 1/2 ROFL :laugh:0 -
:bigsmile: Shera-SF 1/2? woah! 12 weeks? WOAH! I am not that brave! It takes my body longer to train! Sounds cool though! How about this? Run the redwoods marathon with me in October!:bigsmile: :bigsmile:0
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oh boy, you're one up on me on even considering a 1/2!0
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Well today sure has been an interesting day. I think I mentioned last week my hip had been bothering me? Well finally went to see a dr. Hubby has been nagging me and it has been getting worse so I bit the bullet and went in.
I am officially off the walking/running crew now. I have arthritis in my hip. At 38--seems crazy. My hips were dislocated when I was born so I guess that sets me up for this situation. So he said to take Aleve instead of Advil and see you in a month. Needless to say I just cried when I got out of there. I LOVE to walk/jog. Especially when I get down. He did say I could swim, ride a stationary bike(which I hate), or do a stair machine. None of those seem to sound right but I guess I will have to try.
So okay girls how do I do this? How can I still workout and not hurt myself worse? I don't want to give up but it sure feels like there is no way to make this happen. Of course right now it hurts so much that I cannot do a thing until it starts to feel better.
Going to bed--just exhausted from the whole thing.
Kim0 -
Regular docs are crocs. Find an amazing chiropractor (one who specializes in sports medicine would be a bonus). I'm convinced that my chiropractor can fix ANYTHING!0
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WOW, I have been so busy this past week with working from home, yard work, and the kids, I've been trying to keep up with reading all your posts, just have never had time to respond.
Trish-WTG on the weight loss, I bet your doc was so happy to see that, your doing great.
Nicole and Shera-great job on your races, considering doing more, I need to get out there and just do it, we have several 5K's here throughout the year, there always during my daughter's soccer season though, I'll have to find time to squeeze one in.
Kim-I would definitely get a 2nd opinion somewhere, maybe a specialized doctor and not just a general? Some are just stuck in their ways, start asking around, I know my mother-in-law broke her hip when she was in her early 50's, and she didn't even go to the doctor, because she thought she bruised it, 2 wks later come to find out she had broken it, and it had already started healing, so doc said to either let it heal or re-break it and fix it, well she elected to let it heal, it does cause her problems, but he told her of exercises she can do, and to keep moderately active, walking was good for her, so I'm thinking you need a 2nd opinion. Good Luck!!!
We are working on building an outdoor kitchen in the backyard next to the deck, so excited, we spend lots of time outside in the summer, and love cooking and eating out there. So our yard makeover is almost complete, will be so glad to be done with it.
Well lots of work to do already, hope everyone is doing well!!!!0 -
Well today sure has been an interesting day. I think I mentioned last week my hip had been bothering me? Well finally went to see a dr. Hubby has been nagging me and it has been getting worse so I bit the bullet and went in.
I am officially off the walking/running crew now. I have arthritis in my hip. At 38--seems crazy. My hips were dislocated when I was born so I guess that sets me up for this situation. So he said to take Aleve instead of Advil and see you in a month. Needless to say I just cried when I got out of there. I LOVE to walk/jog. Especially when I get down. He did say I could swim, ride a stationary bike(which I hate), or do a stair machine. None of those seem to sound right but I guess I will have to try.
So okay girls how do I do this? How can I still workout and not hurt myself worse? I don't want to give up but it sure feels like there is no way to make this happen. Of course right now it hurts so much that I cannot do a thing until it starts to feel better.
Going to bed--just exhausted from the whole thing.
Kim
(((hugs)))
for one thing, no major decisions need to be made right now while you are in pain. you're not clear-headed.
when the pain subsides, then you can think thru options. swimming would be great--as an all-over cardiovascular and muscle toner. (read Dara Torres autobio for inspiration!). and trish is rt--that you should at least consider seeing a chiropractor. there may be addnl ways to ease your pain and allow for greater range of mvmt.
((hugs)) again my sahm sister. drink your water, take that med, and rest your body. :flowerforyou:0 -
can't type much, but read it all.
congrats to all of you--from racing, to dropping pounds to improve diabetes, for re-establishing an account to getting your yard in order.
you are AMAZING women!!
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trish--are you still thinking the 15th? we can totally meet you in St George--hubby will even join us (maybe). my kids are so excited for a day trip there--we all love that place!
so let me know if that will really work for you.--kitchen, puzzles and maybe princess dresses too. 0 -
Stacey, Sure I will mention it to hubs. Can you measure the kitchen so we can figure out how to fit it in Dave? Dimensions will determine if it's a family trip for us or if I'm picking it up by myself.0
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Okay so maybe I need to clarify. I didn't go to my general--went to an orthopedic doc and he did x-rays and such. Hubby is a vet and he got to see the x-rays. He verified what the dr was seeing. No comments about me being an animal please! I was way emotional yesterday--tired and tired of hurting, disappointed in what he said and how it lined up with my goals. This will be a challenge but what isn't.
Today I do feel better using the Aleve instead of Advil. So that is a good thing. I haven't had nearly as much pain & I am taking it as easy as possible. Did I mention my oldest is graduating in 10 days & we have a party to pull together. There is always something.
Thanks for all the encouragement & ((hugs)). Trish--glad that your dr visit went well--keep up the good work! To everyone else get out there and enjoy the spring weather. It is beautiful here. Oh and walk/run a little for me cause I am taking it easy.
Kim0 -
Curlie, I'd still find an awesome chiro. He can really help with therapy. Is no fun to get worked on during appointment, but I always feel like a million bucks after wards!0
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Hi Kim
A few things I know of that you may find helpful, although they're not proven, just showing signs of being of assistance and more research is needed, are:
Omega-3 oils
Evening Primrose Oil
Glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate
Just check they're not going to interfere with any other medications first.
Rest up for a bit, but there's really no reason why you shouldn't be able to carry on with mild exercise once you're managing the pain and feeling up to it.
*hugs* to you. My mum has arthritis too.0 -
gm! trying to figure out what's most important to do today. why is it that cleaning the house is always high up on the list--it is outta control!
goals--drink lots and lots of water!
fold, then one load whites and one load of colors
mail gift to mil
MOP
clean 1 bathrm or fish tank
do something outside and fun with ds!
have a great Wednesday!!0 -
Hey everyone! Just a quick stop in, I hope all is well! Nothing much to report! have a great night!0
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Hey girls! Got back from my trip on Monday, and it's been crazy ever since! Who knew that I'd be constantly cleaning for no one in particular while the house is in the market?! I just know the moment it's not clean, they are going to call for a showing HA!
My race was fantastic! I finished in under my goal, but those hills were a bit more than I expected...not as steep...but much much longer! UGH! I ordered some pictures, so I'll post them as soon as I get them! I made a point to make funny faces and smile at all the camera people LOL
There was not a moment when I WASN'T full the entire time I was in WA...having a hard time getting back on track. Maybe tomorrow?? ugh!0 -
Trish - Any improvement is good! It had to feel good to walk into your Doc's office after losing so much weight!
Kim - Resistance training might be the way to go for you. I don't know how pilates would affect your hip, you may want to check with your Doc but it's done great at strengthening my back after it went out a couple of months ago. And on the positive note, resistence burns more calories in the long run (running/jogging burn more at the time, but if you lift weights, do pilates/yoga etc. it burns more calories in the long run) I'm sorry you're struggling with that!
Katie - totally having the same struggles getting back on track! I feel for you! We'll just have to keep encouraging each other.
I had an absolute blast on my cruise! The only down point....I got sick the day I left and am still sick. BUt at least if I was sick it was out in the sun, ordering room service, with no cleaning/cooking/responsibilities. Did plenty of shopping in Mexico and went snorkling. My only struggle is getting my eating habits back on track. I gained about 4 pounds on the trip, but I guess the average is 10-15 pounds! So I'm way below the curve there. :P I did get my workout in yesterday and today so I'm glad that I've been getting that done.
Also, when I got back my parents showed me their new car and then proceeded to give us their van! It's in great condition and considering our second car is on its last leg the van is a Godsend! I'm so excited since it's so much easier to fit everyone in and get all my errands done with the bigger and spacier van.
That's about it. Still recovering from my cold, and very interested to hear what my doc says about what we're going to do about my thyroid. I guess my lvls were above 6 and should be at around 3. It may be the reason I keep getting sick and been struggling with migraines.
Have a great night all!
Goals for tomorrow:
Get title of van transferred
vacuum the house
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Good morning! I'm still here! Busy week for me.
Kim - (((hugs))) The arthritis in my toe is bad enough. I can't imagine how the hips would be. I agree with a 2nd opinion, trying some other exercises like pilates and also trying the Glucosamine/Condroitin. You may be able to get back into walking after you rest it and get some of the meds in your system too. You just may have to take it slower, at least for a while.
Val - That is great news about the van!! I know you're going to love it!0 -
As for my running report:
I started running 19 days ago. Out of those 19 days, I've run 11 of them. And even more importantly, out of the past 7 days, I've run 6 of them! Still not running far, but I never thought I'd run as far as I am now. Especially with the bone spur! But my toe has actually been feeling better. I can't wait to actually be able to call myself a runner! I think maybe when I"m able to run the whole 0.7 mile to the kids school without stopping?0 -
gm ladies!
Kim- ((hugs)) I will be definitely runnign for you next week!
Val- Bummer about being sick, but yay! for having a great time on your cruise!
Amy- YAY! with your running! Keep it up!
As for me....just trudging through this last month of school. Ashley is going to the prom next week. We found a cute little dress for $20 at Ross.:drinker:0 -
nice job on the dress, nicole! don't you just love getting a deal!
welcome back katie--glad the race was a success overall!
and val, was waiting for you to check in. sorry that you were sick the whole time....but i fully agree that if you have to be sick, being on a cruise with room service etc is the way to go! hehe
amy, great work with establishing the running habit! wtg!!
i got my goals done yesterday. while i need to clean a bathroom today.....
update: dd1 is in new class and seems considerably happier. her tchr uses a doggie squeaky toy to get their attn sometimes. so i asked her, is that better than yelling at you all or being mad at everyone? yes, she says. he's the example of a kind of teacher who is creative and effective in classroom mgt. yay!
she also said that by the end of the week, she thinks she'll like being in this new class. (oh, is that so?--hehe)
just grateful that it's off to a good start for her.
thanks for all your support thru this trial.
adios for now--0 -
Oh my goodness Nicole, I read that and thought, "no WAY does she look old enough to have a daughter going to the prom!"
So I looked in your profile and you have stepchildren.
That explains it!
I thought you looked about my age, and I started reasonably young and mine are only 5 and 6! :blushing: :bigsmile:
Well done with the running Amy! That's an awesome effort, I hope you're well proud of yourself
I hit rock-bottom the other day, and found myself polishing off nearly 1/2 a jar of peanut butter with a spoon because I was bored at work. Suddenly something just hit me and I thought, wtf am I DOING??? This is ridiculous! Since then I've been in a completely different headspace, and things have been going really easily.0 -
sarah--i feel your pain. i was there for months--just constant overeating and feeling sick and then bad about myself. i think i have finally moved out of it. setting a new goal and really remembering (with each temptation) that this axn will/will not bring me closer to my goal has helped.
my goal is to reach goal wt by my birthday 9/4.
and i want to get to 139 by sunday. i haven't done any exercise to make that happen. but i am being conscientious abt my eating and water.
you too can do this!! if work is your trouble area--find some other diversion--inspirational quotes around your monitor/cubbie; crosswords, online games, word finds, online free books--something that makes it harder to eat the junk. hth
and remember--we are here to lend our strength! :flowerforyou:0 -
Hi all! Wanted to thank all of you for your encouragement and suggestions about my lovely bum hip!
Amy--I think we are on the flip of each other--can't imagine my toe feeling like this!!!
Val--thanks for the pilates suggestion--I have enjoyed that in the past & I think excluding a couple of moves I will be fine with that. Right now just taking it 1 day at a time.
We are actually on vacation for a couple of days. We are in Branson. DS's b-day is tomorrow & he wanted to go so here we are. Truly we needed some family time before the graduation in 10 days!!!! Only problem is that we are doing a lot of walking. Hubby is being gracious and taking the kids around to the water rides while I sit and listen to shows or work on my cross stitch. Not ideal but it is working for now. Oh the riding in the car for 4 hours probably didn't help! (Sigh)
Stacey--glad your daughter is happier w/ the new teacher. Thanks for the comments about making right choices--it makes such a difference to consider each thing we do as a choice for helping us towards our goals or not.
I am off to play games & eat some dessert. Thankfully all the walking gives me calories to spare!
Kim0
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