What's Your Most Recent NSV

Had a nightmare (by my standards) 24 hours

Yesterday I was feeling really pleased with myself as I'd completed W1D1 of C25K. I hadn't got my bike ride in so last night went out for a bit.

The reason I didn't get my ride in earlier in the day was that DH was changing my inner tubes, adding some sealant-type stuff that is supposed to self-seal punctures without the need for more than a air pump, and he decided to sort out my brakes whilst he was getting his hands dirty. He wanted me to road test the bike so off I went.

It was the hardest, most awful ride ever. I couldn't get along, I was sluggish, I had to use ridiculously low gears for minor slopes, it was horrendous. The most excruciating, longest 11 miles ever. As I was getting more despondent by the second, I headed home at the first opportunity. This is not like me at all, I love cycling and will keep going even through wind, rain, sleet, everything that is thrown at me.

I decided that I'd probably tried to do too much yesterday, as I'd cycled to/from the gym, walked 12.5 miles and done the C25K workout plus loads of other household stuff; I'd basically not had a break all day apart from eating lunch and dinner.

Thought a good night's sleep would sort me out. Got up this morning and decided that after I'd been to the gym, I'd go for a long cycle ride (30+ miles) whilst it was a little bit colder and overcast (I have to avoid cycling in the sun as I'm taking a drug that has made me incredibly photo-sensitive; factor 50+ protects me for about 30 minutes these days, whereas it was good for a fair few hours before).

Got to the gym really tired after my cycle there (which almost took forever) so only did my strength training (I usually play on the cardio machines for a bit as well). Cycled off, did about two miles and I was exhausted. I just couldn't cope with it. So slow and sluggish, so off home I went. Still couldn't decide if it was the bike or me I did decide though, that if it was due to the C25K, then I'd rather be able to cycle than run.

DH wanted to know what the problem was, as I was back hours before expected. Told him that I was struggling and that I wanted to get my old bike out to see if the problem was me, or the bike.

Finally, got the old bike out this afternoon (after we'd been for an eight-mile walk and I was fine, not at all tired) and took it for a spin. It was great, no problems at all, no being tired or sluggish, the bike went really well.

Reported back to DH who, in my absence, had decided to look at my usual bike anyway. And found that the brakes were a little bit too well adjusted and that the rear wheel had also been over-tightened and was pinching the wheel. Loosened it all off, road tested it and it was perfect. Back to normal, but no proper (ie, long) bike ride today. Disappointed about that but I was very happy that it was the bike and not me

But, anyway, the NSV. When I have a day like this, and I cannot get out on the bike, I am like a bear with a sore head and I eat everything in sight.

Today I have not done that. I haven't even thought about eating anything other than what I'd intended for today. I have stuck to my plan and not been derailed by other, extremely annoying, events.

Plus I got to spend extra time with my family which is always worth giving something up for (even unintentionally).

And my step count is currently 22,606.

Running goal: 10k race in under 1 hour. 57:22 this morning!

Wore my "goal jeans" out in public!!!

I ran the Glass City 5k this am: I placed 2nd in my age group

bscroggins05 wrote: »

Atrempted w1d1 c25k today. Didn't finish, but got 2/3 done before i thought i was going to be sick or die. Much better than I thought I'd do. Went with my very athletic 11yr old. He was very supportive the entire time. He's pretty awesome. Our goal is to be able to finish by next week, and actually be on the program. Also, want to add, this was my first actual exercise since January.

Slow it down. Even if it's as slow as walking speed.

I started off at about 275 with my C25K and I had to run very slowly. Now I'm training for a 10k.

Going to a wedding this weekend. Bought a Nanette Lepore dress and stilettos. Never thought I'd be wearing stilettos again without feeling like I was striking oil, and never ever thought I'd be wearing a designer dress in life!

I ubsubscribed from emails from Torrid today because all the clothes there are too big for me.

The new jeans I just bought a month ago are huge on me now. Also, my wedding rings that have been hiding in my jewelry box for a year FINALLY fit again

First time in the free weights section of the gym!

Helped that it was an hour before closing time on a Sunday, so the gym heavies (read: men who make lots of noise, and leave no space for anyone else) weren't around.

Actually hit a 100 day streak on MFP today. This is huge for me - with previous halfhearted times, I don't think I lasted beyond 30 days. Committed this time in spite of being stuck in the same 2-3 lb range for the last month.

so the main one was inspired by the scale this morning - apparently I have put on 4lbs since the 11th April.
(haven't officially recorded this as I told myself I wouldn't weigh til 2nd May (to be 'free and clear' after hols), but caved this morn after swim)

The NSV is that thanks to all the reading on here and learning etc, I don't mind.
I can clearly think, 'hmm never mind. You have spent 5 days eating just meat, potatoes and bread and drinking beer and cocktails' (Prague! Whoo! only veg they really have are pickles!)
Yes, I walked alot, but I know I went over calorie wise, but had an epic time and logged the basic basics. vague number of beers and main meals etc. Really wasn't stressing which was nice.
But I now know some is probably that dreaded water weight, and also, I can still put on work trousers without undoing them! so no gains round the belly area!

Made it so that this morning, first day properly 'back from holiday', I swam, am eating well (back to logging etc) and just feeling awesome!!

and have loved catching up with all the NSVs here!

I completed my first 5k Saturday! It was a last minute decision Thursday morning and training wise I wasn't really ready. I did 10 min run / 1 min walk intervals for the most part and finished at 38:20 - not a great time but it give me a great time to beat for my next race next month!

khenik6064 wrote: »

bscroggins05 wrote: »

Atrempted w1d1 c25k today. Didn't finish, but got 2/3 done before i thought i was going to be sick or die. Much better than I thought I'd do. Went with my very athletic 11yr old. He was very supportive the entire time. He's pretty awesome. Our goal is to be able to finish by next week, and actually be on the program. Also, want to add, this was my first actual exercise since January.

This may sound silly, but were you really focusing on your breathing? The first two weeks of C25K absolutely KILLED me. I felt like I was gasping for air, and my lungs just weren't even filling up. I started working on breathing and really taking measured breaths in through my nose and out through my mouth. It helped me so much when I started doing this! Good luck! You can do it!

For the most part, no I wasn't. Only after I thought I could pass out. My son was telling me to hold my arms above my head during the walks. Seemed to help some. I will try to put more focus on my breathing as well and see if that helps.

On a new belt hole this morning!!!

Oh and.....put shorts on that I thought were still ok. Added keys and wallet to pockets and left house. Turns out I need a belt with them! lol
Walking round local shop hoisting them up every now and again, was, I am sure, a good look.
darn, I liked those shorts too - but plus is that they don't look too daft/huge around my legs yet (blokes baggy combat short style things) so will wear with a belt for a while yet!

ETA: ...AND have logged for 100 days in a row now (think it's about 111 actually) managed even while on holiday mayeb not 100% accurate tracking but was more bothered about not losing my streak if I am honest!