What's Your Most Recent NSV

Was on a trip, been eating anything I wanted. Had spent the previous day at a baking class making these beauties, and ate my fill of them for breakfast.




Was feeling bloated and swollen, heavy footed and ginormous.

Walked in to check out a well known workout gear place based in that city and when the girl asked to help, told her I wasn’t sure of the size. Reached for a medium. She politely told me,”I think you can wear an XS” and swapped what I had in my hand.

The second part of this NSV is, I wore those XS to yoga this morning. As sick as I was before we left to come home, and as run down and wombly as I’ve been feeling, I immediately fell right back into logging, weighing and workout out on my regular schedule.

Now, if only I could work out the pet sitting issues with the High-Anxiety Cat-Traumatizing Dog.

I got 16,000 steps in yesterday simply trying to clean up the carnage inside the house and I’m not done yet. Wtf?!!!! By all indications someone (or two…or three) in this house should be totally bald by now. There is thick fur on every surface, high and low.

*sigh*

I paddled in my first-ever dragon boat race today. It was fun!

I had rolled oats for dinner instead of the fish and chips everyone else was eating.

Starting to see some definition in my stomach! (is that spelt right?)

Corina1143 wrote: »

Just bought my first size 10 shorts! A little tight, but I really like them, they were on sale, and I'll need them very soon.

Bought 4 more pair. Wearing a pair now. Hope I can still wear them next summer.

Wanted a chocolate bar and a sandwich. Went to the supermarket and brought a single banana and am making clean peanut butter cups at home.

AwesomeSquirrel wrote: »

I’ve started doing up my bra behind my back instead of having to do it in front and then twist it around. Surely that’s some sort of progress.

I remember years ago when I went to see a GP about a shoulder problem and she mentioned that I should come back if it progressed so I couldn’t do up my bra for example. She herself was quite skinny - I don’t think she realised not everyone can do it up in the back regardless of shoulder injuries.

I agree this is progress!! I can now zip up my own dresses in the back.... .something I took for granted back in the day. Flexible shoulders is an extremely exciting NSV! 😉 CONGRATULATIONS

I attended a party this evening, where they served delicious food and wine. I really had to psych myself up to go, because I knew it would be a calorie challenge. Stuck to 1/2 glass of wine, and only raw veggies from the food table! This was a HUGE win for me, as the food they served was some of my favorites. Yay me!

Today I woke up on the wrong side of the bed. Bad sleep, bad mood, felt bloated/old/blah, etc....One of those days you want to hide and can't. Thankfully it's going better now thanks to these NSVs:

1.) I made myself go to the gym anyway.

2.) I discovered a GREAT workout to do on days like this.

First I did the 30-minute beginner express circuit that uses light weights and high reps. The machines are simple to use, and there's a traffic light that tells you when to stop and start.

After that, I walked on the treadmill at a slow pace with the incline cranked up. The incline got my heart rate up without the mental stress of running, so it suited my mood perfectly.

I tend to judge myself harshly if I'm not challenging myself every time, but you know what? Some days I'm just not mentally up for that, and that's OK. Now I have an effective yet "braindead" routine that will let me suceed even when nothing else seems doable. Yay!

The swings at the park felt more comfortable

I bought one of those weighted hoop things and it was for a 47 inch waist- I figured I’d have to buy an extension. It fit!! I’ve apparently lost inches off my waist without the scale moving.

After 12 weeks and -20 lbs, I’m finally to the point of noticing some cool changes. The most recent happened last week. I was riding my bike and noticed I was faster. But what surprised me was my shirt was flapping in the wind! Something I didn’t know I missed, but noticed when it suddenly appeared again. It was great!

kirkman3 wrote: »

A beautiful hike through the woods then around the park!

You look beautiful! Strong, healthy and content! Way to go!

Borrowed my partner’s running jacket and it fit over my hips with no issues.

hunterjumper642 wrote: »

I swam 3000 yards for the first time ever this morning and didn't have to stop and rest!

THat is a really celebratory achievement! Well done