by gene | Feb 1, 2013 | The Self Fitness Diary
Finally! I’m down to 185 pound‘s and the month of January is over. That means I basically lost 5 pounds this past month!
While I do wish it was more..I’m convinced that this is less “Yo, Yo” like than many others…And that this weight will be off for good.
I can even feel the difference that just 5 pounds makes. I have weighed this much for the past two days..(to be sure) and so I’m logging it!
I have mostly been doing cardio the past week or so..about every other day.. 30 minutes on the ellipitcal with varying intensity program. My heart rate has gone way more into “cardio mode” (ie. I usually just keep at a steady heart rate of 135-140 during the workout…but lately I have gone as high as 180bpm and then easing back down to 160bpm)..but..I always change the pace back down if I feel my heartrate is going out of control. So ..I actually think I’ve been getting some actual decent lung and heart workouts from this!
I must admit, Im actually getting a little restless on the Elliptical..It’s not my favorite…but for me it’s far more effective than the stationary bike. I’m actually looking forward to getting on the treadmill soon…currently I don’t have the proper shoes..which is another reason Im using the elliptical ..But I DID just order some shoes (on Amazon) and am looking forward to getting and using them!
Although I never really have ran on a treadmill…(I used to run, like seriously outdoors growing up) I am looking forward to change up in the routine.
Diet wise..I am eating less..I’ll get into what supplements I think have or have not been helping me soon!
Im gonna go workout in about 30minutes..so Hopefully next time I post a journal entry Ill be down another pound! 😉
by gene | Jan 27, 2013 | The Self Fitness Diary
long road ahead
So here I am nearing the ending of my 4th week since starting on this journey (though if you collectively count the real workouts etc. It has really been more like 3 weeks..I did have a lousy week when I was sick… Never the less, I weighed myself yesterday and came in 3 pounds lighter than when I started. I double checked a few times today and still the same. So I think its level and accurate.
It is a little disheartening I must admit. I kind of hoped/expected to lose more weight by now. I can see why people get disheartened. It must be even worse when one is eve more overweight than I!! But make no mistake..for my size, age and build…I am very overweight.
My current BMI is approximately 28..that’s just a few points shy of “Obese”! But aide from the labels…I just don’t feel healthy..my stomach gets in the way..and I dont feel cofident in myself like I used too. BUT , I have lost 3 pounds. So i should look in the bright side. 3 pounds in approximately 3 weeks brings me to 187. Not too shabby and probably healthy weight loss!!
Never the less…I need to step it up! Looking forward to an intense work out tomorrow and doing some “smart shopping” for essential groceries!
Wish me luck!
by gene | Jan 20, 2013 | The Self Fitness Diary
Well Rolling into week 3…
I can honestly say that it is very difficult to maintain consistency. It’s something I struggle with quite sincerely. Consistency is the key to any successful program. However, I am NOT going to beat myself over the fact that I only worked out twice last week!
Rather I’m going to simply move forward. I am now goign to opt for a simple one day on…one day off…UNLESS I am extremely motivated one day to add some extra workout. If so…it would only be cardio. This would be a basic workout schedule that I would eventually make more complicated. However, it would not be completely different froma pre-season workout if I was just getting back into a sport.
So I have been increasing my workout time but I long to get on the treadmill (currently been doing elliptical-type of machine – a variable one). I am going to get a good pair of running shoes…I tried some on the other day and I loved them..but they didnt quite fit and the store did not have any others available..in fact I went to several stores looking for them and they are sold out everywhere.!
BUT..it looks like I found them on Amazon! So..as soon as I can afford it im ordering me a pair..and that should be soon.
Meanwhile, My diet is good…and on the level. I am not weighing myself as often right now because that just sets one up for heartbreak. I wouldn’t bother till a couple of more weeks!
Things don’t happen overnight…rarely any rate..LOL
by gene | Jan 6, 2013 | The Self Fitness Diary, Uncategorized
No workout today! Too Sore! LOL wow. I may have overdid it. But I also feel like my body needs to be shocked a little anyways. Today will be a rest day – and I should get back on track Monday.
by gene | Jan 5, 2013 | The Self Fitness Diary
the single 45 pound plate is versatile
I did some bench press (machine based not free weights- I gotta work into it and no one else was in the gym..) then I worked my Traps (I know weird combo) , my Olbiques, my Delts and (shoulders). I also did some dips..and spent about 5 minutes figuring out how to work the Stairmaster machine before giving up on that…LOL. (stupid stair master I don’t get you)
Today’s Diet
Breakfast some cereal..not much (you know just using a cup is a lot less than I use to) and I used almond milk instead of something else.
a few work related things came up …so I had to work a little longer before I had a chance to workout ..at which time I realized I was already hungry and probably wouldnt make it through a workout..so….
SNACK
Toast with Peanut Butter
Lunch
Pita with Humus and Turkey Breast with cucumber and tomato.
Dinner
yet to be determined…it involves Chicken breast, cucumbers…and….and wait for it…Mac aand Cheese. Not Kraft (which I admit I do like) but this nifty , Low cal brand I split with my GF. It has 250 calories in it –Split between us thats only 125. Much better caolire count than your typical Mac n Cheese that’s for sure.
I was completely exhausted today after my workout today. Ill get into this issue later though..I gotta start prepping. I know in advance tomorrow’s planned workout involves…cardio and some leg work.
by gene | Jan 4, 2013 | The Self Fitness Diary
Uh that is all. BUT I did wind up watching Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead A documentary
Which, I shall review later! 🙂
Diet:
-Cereal
-Bannana
-Left over steak Tips
-Salmon with Red Potatos and Salad
-8 m&ms and Blueberries
– Popcorn Diet Snack size 100 cal type
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