Success comes in many forms. Success for this summer was producing and caring for a beautiful new baby girl. She was a healthy 9lbs 15oz.
There were occasionally forays of activities. Two weeks on the treadmill again. Determination to get out walking. But nothing consistent.
I'm back within a few pounds of my pre-pregnancy weight. But I'm already fluctuating up from there. So that means it's time to kick this journey off again. I have so many excuses not to. Kids to care for. House to clean. Meals to cook. Homework to do. Classes to attend. But to paraphrase something I heard on CBC's White Coat Black Art - obese people don't get old. If you see an old fat person? Take a picture. Because most are dead.
Where am I starting from?
Slightly injured. My back lower back is hyper-extended (SI joint). That's causing some hip and shoulder problems, too. Prolapsed uterus that happened postpartum. (That has somewhat worsened the urinary incontinence).*
Haven't weighed myself in awhile, but I will!
No running partner. She's dealing with a long term injury.
Fluctuating between eating well and living on cookies.
Drinking my water more than half the time.
Doing a core-training class once/week.
Regular stretching and Physio that's helping the back, hip and shoulder.
The first goal?
Get moving again!
Hoping for two weeks with three or more walks of 30 minutes or more. (Some of those will be pushing a stroller with about 50lbs of kid in. Please forgive me if they're slow.)
Anyone in?
* Have to note that I'm not the only one. Thanks to Christie O for posting her True Confessions!
Monday, September 28, 2009
Monday, June 1, 2009
Running Fat & Slow (but with a partner)
Active.com has a great article up about running with a partner.
I have to say, all 8 tips are ones that resonate with me. My running partner has been all of those things, and a great motivator. It was the driving force for many months to know that if I didn't get my training runs in, I wouldn't be able to keep up with her on our regular weekend run. I'm someone who hates to disappoint people, and I knew she wouldn't want to leave me behind, so it worked out well.
Stumbling across the perfect partner for me through the Running Room clinic was pure luck. How did you find your running partner?
Can't wait to be back out there with her. Not sure how long it'll take me to catch back up after the baby arrives!
Status update:
No strolls, walks or anything for me. I'm beat and uncomfortable these days. Growing a baby is hard work. Plus two sick kids. (Excuses are great).
36 weeks pregnant
Slightly over 252lbs (I did stay below 250 for nearly a month, but just jumped up there again today).
Water intake fluctuates, but it's better working from home than it was at work.
I have to say, all 8 tips are ones that resonate with me. My running partner has been all of those things, and a great motivator. It was the driving force for many months to know that if I didn't get my training runs in, I wouldn't be able to keep up with her on our regular weekend run. I'm someone who hates to disappoint people, and I knew she wouldn't want to leave me behind, so it worked out well.
Stumbling across the perfect partner for me through the Running Room clinic was pure luck. How did you find your running partner?
Can't wait to be back out there with her. Not sure how long it'll take me to catch back up after the baby arrives!
Status update:
No strolls, walks or anything for me. I'm beat and uncomfortable these days. Growing a baby is hard work. Plus two sick kids. (Excuses are great).
36 weeks pregnant
Slightly over 252lbs (I did stay below 250 for nearly a month, but just jumped up there again today).
Water intake fluctuates, but it's better working from home than it was at work.
Sunday, May 24, 2009
Running scared
Sometimes you just need to do it.
Finishing last is not the end of the world.
Not trying? Is far more disappointing.
Rainy Saturday reminded me why I'm going to get back out there soon.
Finishing last is not the end of the world.
Not trying? Is far more disappointing.
Rainy Saturday reminded me why I'm going to get back out there soon.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
A little holiday from running fat
Apologies for the delay in writing. There will be no activity in the next few days. The sick, the kids and the solo parenting are ruining my motivation. Will be back when the husband returns.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Logging activity: April 20, 2009
2km stroll in less than 25 minutes. Slightly less pitiful than last night.
30 weeks pregnant
Slightly over 250lbs
Got my water in today. Signed up for Weight Watchers online again. Stayed within my points. Both positives.
On the negative side, I didn't get in enough fruits and veggies. Didn't eat the right kind of food.
What are you doing?
30 weeks pregnant
Slightly over 250lbs
Got my water in today. Signed up for Weight Watchers online again. Stayed within my points. Both positives.
On the negative side, I didn't get in enough fruits and veggies. Didn't eat the right kind of food.
What are you doing?
Sunday, April 19, 2009
Lose weight to help the planet
Lose weight to help the planet argue British researchers.
It's one small step towards making obesity something I can expect will cause me to be discriminated against. Not only is my weight problem hurting me, my family and my future, but now it's my fault that there's global warming.
It's one small step towards making obesity something I can expect will cause me to be discriminated against. Not only is my weight problem hurting me, my family and my future, but now it's my fault that there's global warming.
Logging activity: April 19, 2009
2km stroll in less than 28 minutes. Pitiful. But nice to get my heart rate up a little.
30 weeks pregnant
Slightly over 250lbs
Water challenge is going well. Week 1 complete. Stayed on track for 5 of the 7 days.
What are you doing?
30 weeks pregnant
Slightly over 250lbs
Water challenge is going well. Week 1 complete. Stayed on track for 5 of the 7 days.
What are you doing?
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