Day 202 - Made My Reservation!

Today was a long, late day at work.  By the time I got home it was late and I was cranky and hungry.  By the time I had dinner, it was too late to exercise.  That’s one of the reasons I gave myself an ‘out’ for Thursdays.  But, I will make sure I have an extra intense session tomorrow to make up for it.

The good news of the day is that I did it.  I made my reservation for the Biggest Loser Resort in Niagara!!  I am so excited.  The lady I spoke with answered all my questions and made me feel very comfortable with the whole process.  Now, I can’t wait for March to get here so I can go! 

Day 201 - Sleep! Beautiful Sleep!

I actually slept last night!  I think I figured out what has been going on.  At my last doctor’s visit, he had told me to take the desiccated thyroid three times a day.  I think the last dose, if taken too late, was interfering with my sleep.  So, I am taking two in the morning, one in the afternoon, and none at dinner.  This was an alternate schedule that he had offered, so I feel safe making the change.  Hopefully, I’ll sleep well tonight and confirm the change!

As for exercise, I did my favorite two classes tonight – muscle challenge and yoga.  Both classes were grueling, but amazing.  I am totally exhausted tonight, but I really have a feeling of accomplishment.  It is so nice to know that my body is getting stronger every week.

As a reward for making it through the last six months, and for hitting the 50 pound mark, I am looking into a huge reward for myself.  I am thinking about going to the Biggest Loser Ranch for a week.  They are having a special right now and I really want to take advantage of it.  I am so excited about going.  Now, I just need to find someone to come with me.  Anyone? 

Day 200 - Not Sleeping - AGAIN

I had really wanted to write a special blog for my 200^th day.  But, I’ve gone two nights now where I haven’t slept, so my mental focus is a little lacking.  Let’s just say that I am really, really glad it was a rest day today.  I am on my way to bed and am hoping for a much better day tomorrow.   Please send good sleep rays my direction?

Day 199 - Another exhausting day

All I have to say tonight is that I’m completely spent.  My muscle challenge class wore me out to the point that I was exhausted going into yoga.  Then, yoga was beyond challenging.  I came home, asked Steve to carry in my incredibly heavy yoga mat, and collapsed in a little heap.  Make that a big heap under a blanket.  I don’t remember the last time I came home so exhausted.

What was the surprise of the day?  Before I went to the gym I was bursting with energy.  I had a full, busy day at work, but still managed to fold a load of laundry and empty the dishwasher at lunch time.  I know, that’s not very exciting.  But, for me, once I come down the stairs in the morning, going back upstairs is not an option.  So, I’m thrilled that I am finding more energy during the day to just get things done.

My plan for the night is to finish this blog, get into the sauna, and pray that it helps my muscles.  Otherwise, I might not be walking tomorrow.  And the sad thing is, I’m not exaggerating.  I’ve been sitting now for at least 45 minutes and my thighs are still throbbing.  Tomorrow is going to be an interesting day.

 

Day 198 - Finally!!!!!

I couldn’t help myself – I got on the scale this morning.  I was so happy to see a number just a tiny bit below 300 – 299.75!  I was so happy I made Steve come see it, and even take a picture.  It’s silly how a number can make me so happy.  But then again, it’s been a lot of years since I was below 300, and I worked really, really hard to get there.

I figured the best way to celebrate would be to have two really good workouts today.  The first one was an hour on the elliptical, and the second was an hour on the bike. And, for the first time, I set the bike to random mode.  That meant that the workout did random intervals, from a low of level three to a high of level twelve.  I didn’t think I’d survive the level twelve, but I did.

So, all in all, it was a great day.  I got a good night’s sleep last night, had a great surprise on the scale, and had two great workouts.  I think I’ll be heading into this week well prepared.

Day 197 - Week 28 Results

I’m a little disappointed with this week’s results – I only lost one pound this week.  Normally, that wouldn’t bother me too much.  But I’m now at 301.  I want so badly to be in the 200s.  I really don’t want to have to wait another week.  But, I will.  And, 47 pounds down isn’t too bad.  What I really like is the before/now picture.  I love that more of the lines are vertical every week.

 

The best part of the day was a yoga class though.  There is a yoga class for kids on the spectrum in Columbia, and it’s free.  Michael and I went today.  It was a great class.  The moms are welcome to participate as well as coach.  I think we both had a great time.  It was definitely more of a workout for me than it was for Michael, though.  The next one will be in two weeks, and we’ll be there!

I also did a session with the new Just Dance 4 game.  It was quite a workout.  I ended up quitting after half an hour because my knee was really throbbing.  Steve saw me limping and declared that was the end of exercise for the day.  I will be going into the HBOT with Michael in a few minutes, and the sauna later.  That should help.

For now, I am going to focus on the good stuff and be really happy with the changes in my picture.  I’ll glare at the scale later, and hopefully intimidate it into the 200s for next week.  That’s my goal at least!

 

Day 196 - Surprising Myself Again

Today was another great day.  I knew they were calling for snow this afternoon, so I figured I had to make plans to work out at home instead of going to the gym for yoga.  I hate missing my Friday night yoga class, but I would have felt really silly getting into an accident over it. 

But, the good news is that I ended up getting in three hours of great exercise in today.  I did one hour on the bike, two half hours on the elliptical, and another hour on the bike.  I am so proud of myself.  I love that my body is getting stronger and stronger.  I was able to sustain a level 8 on the bike for about an hour and a half, total!  When I first started, level 2 was challenging. 

I think the best part of the day was just knowing that I can do more; that my body is capable.  When I first started this journey, I was terrified of the commitment to two hours of exercise a day.  I wanted to push myself like they did on tv, but I was so scared.  Now, I find myself wanting to do more again.  Most of the time that ends up with me pushing harder at the gym, and raising my levels during cardio.  But twice this week I’ve added extra sessions.  I love it!

I feel like my body is trying to tell me something this week.  I’m not 100% sure what it is yet, but I am definitely listening.