What's Your Most Recent NSV

Started the 10K training program this week (at week 9 as had finished C25K) . I just couldn't figure out why running 4 x 10 minute segments was harder than running a single 30 minute segment. Until my son pointed out that we were actually running 40 minutes, not 30. Just running for a third longer then . . .

And to think, I used to be good at maths . . . this is clearly the effect of trying to support two teenagers with their maths GCSEs. A fuddled brain. Or maybe that's just the affect of children?


But, that aside, my Garmin thingy logged my training sessions this week as RUNNING instead of walking!


Secondly . . . my husband, whom I've been with for nearly 32 years, told me for the FIRST TIME EVER, that he thinks that I am beautiful! My husband is not one to be particularly complimentary about anyone, I know that and accept that. But to be told, after a relationship of almost 32 years (11,616 days if you're counting) that your husband, who has seen the very best and very worst of you, thinks that you are beautiful, is just astonishing. He didn't even tell me that on our wedding day and I know that I looked okay, I have photos to prove it! When we met I was larger than I should have been, ended up putting on weight after having children, so he's not really known me as a more "normal" size. Needless to say, I am still basking in that compliment and will carry that one with me forever. I don't think he has any idea that his comment meant so much to me.

I made muffins...then forgot all about them!

My mom unearthed my old Girl Scout stuff from elementary school. I tried on my old vest from 4th grade (which fit back then) and it still fits nicely now. Needs an ironing, but I might wear it for Halloween haha.

I walked so much in a two week period that I could have walked from my wife's hometown in the Netherlands almost to Brussels. Putting it into a scale like that really hit home!

My charm bracelet, which I couldn't take off without opening the clasp, is now so loose it can slip off if I'm not careful. Yah for thin wrists!

I'm usually exercising 5-6 days a week, although less often if my knees hurt. According to my Fitbit Alta HR, which registers heart rate, I've lowered my resting heart rate from about 72 to 66 and my cardio fitness range for my age is now in the excellent range.

My second leg day since my gym opened back up, and first day I was able to use the squat rack again. The first leg day back, both racks were in use and people like to hog them and do split sets for 45 minutes.

I'm not quite where I was before COVID shut everything down, but I'm a lot stronger still than I expected myself to be. Especially for 7 months pregnant!

I got another one in just a day. I bought this really cute dress a while back. It has zero stretch in it. It’s a UK 12. I thrifted it, so I decided to get it even though I couldn’t quite breathe in fully with it zipped up. Now, it gapes around the ribs, which is where it was tight before.



PS this phone is pretty new and I’m just discovering the joys of portrait mode.

Went kayak fishing this weekend and my life jacket felt a little loose, went to tighten it and ended up cinching it down all the way! Any more significant changes to my body and I will need a new one!

I just got through an immensely stressful time in my life and was able to stick to my calorie budget and my exercise plan at home. If I can manage with this, I can manage through anything!

Dug out last summer’s capris and shorts from the ironing pile where they’ve sat since last September 😬. Ironed a pair and put together a cute outfit, only to find the pants looked like a sack. Two of the slimmer cut pairs still fit, but the others are not flattering. Almost all of the shorts are now riding super low and are really baggy in the behind/hips too.

Ordered the next size down in the shorts, but need to go try on some capris. Don’t believe the next size down could realistically fit.

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Dug out last summer’s capris and shorts from the ironing pile where they’ve sat since last September 😬. Ironed a pair and put together a cute outfit, only to find the pants looked like a sack. Two of the slimmer cut pairs still fit, but the others are not flattering. Almost all of the shorts are now riding super low and are really baggy in the behind/hips too.

Ordered the next size down in the shorts, but need to go try on some capris. Don’t believe the next size down could realistically fit.

I have this problem this year! I went to put on shorts last weekend and I only have 3 pairs that actually fit. I have no capris left in the right size.

Hauled my lazy *kitten* out to run yesterday... it was a run and it happened... was it as far as I wanted? fast as I wanted? No. and No. But it is DONE. Rinse/repeat tomorrow.

Even when I sag my abs, I can't see my belly past my bustline any more. To see my belly, I have to slouch and curve my spine. Woo! I've had a belly that stuck out further than my bustline for years, so this is huge!

100 day login streak today
Progress is slow, but the fact that I am still at it and enjoying finding healthier habits is success in itself, even if the scale still has some catching up to do.

And bought a smaller sized top today to wear for an upcoming extended family photoshoot. I quite like slightly baggy tops, so most of my existing ones are fine for everyday, but think I need something not so shapeless for the photos (and I had a voucher that was expiring so it was a good time to get it)

A few recent NSV's for me. I got into a pair of pants from REI that I have not been able to fit in for about 5 years. My favorite summer work dress from last year that was more "bodycon" is now actually flowy and I don't have to wear shape wear under it to avoid pantylines. I have been strong and consistent in my 5x5 routine and I literally feel stronger than I have in 20 years after just a few weeks.