Hello world! March 13, 2009

March 26, 2009

Current Struggle: Eating less chocolate and more veggies.
Current Weight: 152
Current Mood: Content but not satisfied

I guess it is still the same old challenges as before …I struggle because of my plantar fasciitis foot problem and going to the gym every day to use the stationary bike instead of being able to walk out my front door and exercise.  I miss the walking, flexibility and convenience.  However, I find I am doing more weights and taking yoga classes because I am already at the gym and that’s a positive.  This complicates traveling because I can’t pack the gym in my suitcase like I can my walking shoe, but most hotels do have fitness centers these days.

My weight vacillates between a 1 and 2 pound gain, which isn’t bad considering the holidays and Super Bowl.  I weigh each morning so I can keep on-track and watch my food intake.  I know if I could just eliminate the small chocolate rewards and eating out, I would have less of a challenge.  I am still committed to losing at least 5 more pounds and I feel certain with warmer weather and more exercise I will meet that goal.  I am pleased with the muscle mass and the increased tone in my legs and arms because of the weight training. Sekou would say it’s all about the core. As the age increase so does the loss of body tone.  If I had one piece of advice for the “newbies” I’d say listen to your trainer, do the weights and mind your nutritionist.  Doing weights is the thing that has given me the most impact for the effort and eating a more healthy diet has improved my overall well-being.

I spent 10 days in FL with my Mom and since I drove down I was able to take my trail bike. Each day I road at least 10 miles, but I really missed the weight training. I truly feel for my body type that has made the biggest difference. We tend to be fluffy in our family and not as toned. My Mom is 94 and what I notice most is her loss of muscle mass and the strain it puts on her ability to do normal activities…she never gives up, but she does struggle. She encourages me to be diligent in my pursuit of weight loss and healthy exercise. Besides Mike, she is my greatest cheerleader.

Later…

Anne