Motivated Momma's Week 4 (closed group)

Emotional Challenge Day 4:
Today I am proud of myself because I completed my first ever 5K. Even though I walked most of it, I walked as fast as I could the entire time, while pushing Casyn in a stroller, and I did run/jog some of it. I didn't get the best time and I was dissapointed, but the most exciting thing is that I can't wait to do another one! I'm still not a runner by any means, but just the idea that I can just walk a 5K (and not be the last person or even if the last group of people to finish), is a huge accomplishment for me! I am actually proud of myself today

Awesome job! I want to do a 5k someday! And even a half marathon too! What a great accomplishment!

emotional challenge day 4: One of my accomplishments since trying to lose weight is that i no longer constantly snack at work during my breaks. Before when i would go on break i would always grab some kind snack like chips, a small pastry a lady would bring in tamales and i would grab one sometimes and the one day of the week where i have nothing but computer work to do i would have something on my desk that i could snack on all day. I am proud to say that its been a while since i have done that. if i do grab a snack i usually grab a banana or an apple or i will put together some vegetables from home to bring with me. i am now trying to work on not drinking a diet coke everyday. that is one addiction i find hard to give up. i will go two weeks without one then i start back up again.


today i worked the monkey abs and the airplane lifts into my work out routine i put together for myself.
here is my routine.

5 mins of pre workout stretches.
go walking for 30 to 45 mins (outside, treadmill or walk at home video)
do my challenge exercises
30 to 45 mins of either EA Active or one of the workout videos from exercise tv (if i have time both)
5 mins of stretching

eventually i want to turn those walks into runs and maybe extend the time to an hour.

i drank my 8 glasses of water but i ate after 8. my boyfriend wanted me to meet him after work for dinner. he got off at 9:30

total points for today: 4

Ladies,

I have a question for the group.. I tried out new abs workout today, but I was really finding it hard to do the side planks (advanced one-- without getting your knees down, balancing only with the foot portion and elbows/palms).. Has anyone mastered this side plank, if yes how?? Also, rollups without using your hands?

Anyways I have tried this new abs workout, but my abs, thighs,glutes were crying loud and I wanted to scream as well...lol

Emotional Challenge Day 5:
Today I am proud of myself for not using food as my comfort. When upset, I used to turn to food as a way to comfort me. Tonight, I am extremely frustrated with my husband, but instead of turning to food for comfort, which I still *want* to do, I am proud of myself for not doing it because I don't want that for myself.

Here's today's points breakdown:
Total of 28 Possible Points are available this week! 25 challenge + 3 bonus. Remember to keep track on the spreadsheet!

Cardio Challenge: 5 Possible Points
Part 1
Something new: 3/3 YAY

Part 2
Log your calories every day : 0/1 point (waiting until the end to make sure I do it everyday)

Part 3
Beat last weeks calories burnt: 0/1 point (waiting until the end to make sure I do it)

Strength challenge: 3 + 3 Bonus = 6 Possible Points
Day1: Completed 1/1 point

Day 2
3. Alternating Heal touch – ( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/alternating-heel-touch) Do one set of 60 seconds
4. Double leg lifts –( http://www.exercise.com/exercise/double-leg-lifts )- Do one set of 60 seconds
Alternating heal touch and double leg lifts will get 1 point in total

Day 3: Completed 1/1 point

Bonus point-
http://www.exercise.com/exercise/hundreds
(Note- you can keep your knee bent in the 90 degree angle and you can do it in sets or all at once)
Do the hundreds for 3 days and earn 3 bonus points: Completed 1 day, still need to do 2 more
Do 50 for 3 days and earn 2 bonus points
Do 25 for 3 days and earn 1 bonus point

Food challenge: 10 Possible Points
Part 1: No eating after 8pm. Lets try to stay away from the kitchens starting at 8pm 5 days this week: 3/5 points--Not today
Part 2: Drink all 8 recommended glasses of water at least 5 days this week: 5/5 points--Completed today

Emotional Challenge: 7 Possible Points
5/7 points

Today's points: 2 points
Total points: 18/28 points

Emotional challenge 5- Calorie counting... When we go out for lunch or dinner, I would end up counting calories on how much I eat.. And make sure that I don't overeat... After logging food for these many days, I know approximately the number of cals each food carries.. My hubby would start smiling the moment I start counting..lol.. Also, I am glad that I not only make healthy choices, but also have control over the portions.. When we go on vacation, I begin to count the calories based on the exercises which we get like walking, hiking or something else.. I must admit that I am so addicted to counting these calories, I can't get over them..heheh..

Emotional Challenge Day 5:
Today I am proud of myself for not using food as my comfort. When upset, I used to turn to food as a way to comfort me. Tonight, I am extremely frustrated with my husband, but instead of turning to food for comfort, which I still *want* to do, I am proud of myself for not doing it because I don't want that for myself.

You should be proud! That is a big WIN!

Emotional Challenge: 7 Possible Points
Created by Tasha claiming 1 point
How is your self esteem? hmmm... the last 2 days it has been both good and bad. I feel great about the fact that I'm starting my 27th year on the right foot. i feel like I have control over my food/exercise/weight issue and that is adding to my confidence a lot... but at the same time... I kinda feel like crap. Not sure why but today I was getting ready to go out and instead of wearing any of the nice, new, smaller size shirts I dug through my closet and drawers (literally, I had to SEARCH!) for a larger shirt to wear. I made a large donation to a local charity recently of a bunch of the clothes that were now too big for me but I kept one shirt. It's waaaay too big on me but I wore it today. I felt like I wanted to hide my body, even though I know I look kinda silly in this shirt that doesn't even fit me. As I type this I wonder if maybe it had anything to do with the fact that I was allowing myself a "cheat/splurge" meal. Subconscious guilt perhaps? I'm really not sure.

Just a thought... could it be that you wanted to wear the larger shirt out of a comfort response? I kind of get that way and I have noticed that sometimes, instead of food, I gravitate towards wearing my (as my Mom refers to them) my "sloppy" clothes.

Feeling like crap just, well, happens sometimes. LIsten to the word of the song "Little Wonders" by Rob Thomas. To me, it explains it "all" and helps me ride my funk... much peace to you!

I seem to be playing "catch up" a lot... I do apologize! So here's y Sat. AND Sun.!

SA. 10/15 (posted on Motivated Momma's thread & on spreadsheet)

CARDIO:
Part 1, something new (0/3) = no
Part 2, log cals burned(2/7) = no

STRENGTH:
Part 1(3/3) = no
Bonus (3/3) = yes

FOOD:
Part 1, no eat. after 8pm (1/5) = yes
Part 2, water (4/5) = yes

EMOTIONAL:
How is your self esteem? having a tough STRESS day
Accomplishment (0/7) =

SU. 10/16 (posted on SAHMU regroup thread & on spreadsheet)

CARDIO:
Part 1, something new (3/3) = YES! My 1st 1/2 marathon!
Part 2, log cals burned(3/7) = yes

STRENGTH:
Part 1(3/3) = n/a
Bonus (3/3) = n/a

FOOD:
Part 1, no eat. after 8pm (2/5) = yes
Part 2, water (5/5) = yes

EMOTIONAL:
How is your self esteem? pretty darn good; finished my first 1/2 marathon today; proved to myself that I could do it (that's HUGE)!
Accomplishment (0/7)= see above!! Got over that mental wall!

I wanted to share something with you quickly before I log out and pass out...

Today I ran my first 1/2 marathon. A year ago I couldn't run 5K.
Today I conquered my wall; I accomplished something beyond my comfort zone... I actually did it!
Today I realized that I do not give myself enough credit. Feels kind of weird saying that...

I want each and every one of you to give yourself the credit you deserve; you are all amazing people, on a tough but rewarding journey towards health!

xoxo Amy

Wow Amy, that really deserves an applause..wtg... Great going!

Haven't gotten to read any of the posts from over the week-end, but wanted to stop in to say "HI". I am sooooo glad the week-end is over!! I've never been so happy to see a Monday morning!

Im back!!!! Ugh im so behind and I didnt ever think I was going to get better! I was feeling good friday morning, tried to workout a little and ended up in the ER getting IV fluids and breathing treatments, scolded by the doc for not letting myself get over this before I started working out again and sent home with my tail between my legs! However yesterday I was feeling back to normal, and my husband made me stay in bed...i was not happy! Im so sick of laying down and not working out! Today im well and feeling great and ready to get back to my normal life! I feel terribly guilty for not checking in over the weekend or trying to keep up with things on here, but I was not allowed, because the more I got on here the more I wanted to get up and do something! I will try to see what kind of points I got this weekend, probably just the food pts but ohwell! So glad to be back with you ladies!

Thanks! Yes im going to take it easy today, a little strength, yoga and steps...shouldnt be too bad, hopefully I can get full on back to my normal cardio tomorrow, it just feels good to be back to my normal self and getting back into a routine.

Emotional Challenge Day 6 -
I would have to say that my raising self-esteem is a huge accomplishment for me. I feel like the more I take care of myself that better I feel about myself. On the days that I make good food choices and work out I feel great, on the days that I make so so food choices I might not feel as great, but I still feel pretty good knowing that the next day will be better. I feel comfortable in my clothes and I am not constantly tugging at them and readjusting them anymore, they fit better and some are too big. The prospect on shopping is still not one that I enjoy but I don't dread it as much as I used too. I guess you could say, I just feel good today!
Also, another thing I am happy about it I have a trip to see my family next week. I am really excited about it! The last few times have been hard, having just started to workout and lose weight, but I feel like I can do it this time, no problem. My plan is to eat the best choices that I have, and get up and go for a walk with my little boy, and maybe my mom every morning. I know exactly what path I will take to make sure I get at least 2 miles in. I have conference in myself and my abilities to do this.

This made me smile! I love this part of the challenge because we're not just losing weight or getting physically healthy we're getting emotionally healthy also. Finding the confidence in ourselves that we didnt have before! A big "atta girl" for you!