Body Fat: 34.2%::1.1
Start: 189 (June 2001)
Low: 150 (Nov 2006)
Current BMI=27.6 (25.8 @145.5#)
My Realistic BMI Goal=22.8 (133)
For my activity lately:
Sun: Airdyne 38 min (PBK); Walk 57 min
Mon: NordicTrack 35 min/3.4 mi (PBK); Walk 61 min
Tues: NordicTrack 38 min/3.6 mi (PBK)
Wed: NordicTrack 36 min/3.3 mi (PBK); Walk 15 min
I solemnly swear to get my wt trng in TODAY--even if it's just a short version! I can't build momentum just sitting on my derriere can I!?! As soon as I figure out how to do that I'll let you all know:-)
It was 15degF here in North Texas yesterday morning--a little higher this morning. We're essentially iced in. We got rain, freezing rain, then a little snow on top of that two nights ago. My neighbor swears we even had some hail. We hadn't seen temps like this for 15 years. So much for history--it's cold enough! We are also supposed to get more snow on Friday. It was in the 70sF this past Sunday.
The superbowl will be happening up the road at the appropriately nicknamed "Death Star" aka Cowboys Stadium:-) It's either a marvel or a monstrosity--over $1 billion to build. We had rolling blackouts yesterday here--turns out the stadium was exempt. Public safety and all that jazz--BS! Sorry grandpa, hope you have an alternate source of power in case your oxygen supply or other medical equipment uses electricity--your health is sooo insignificant in light of the superbowl and all the parties and whatnot.
Seriously the weather has put a damper on the mood if not the attendance of the festivities unless they happen to be indoors and easily accessible. All the schools have been closed (very unusual) continuing into a third day today, so anything but most of the main thoroughfares are quite treacherous. It's a real shame for the small and mid-size business owners who were depending on lots of traffic for these few days.
Circuit Workouts/Wt Trng Scheduled/Done: ::12.20::**************::2.3::
Plan for today: NTrack, Walk, Circuit Workout
Good job on getting your wt training in today. Have a good one.
You have a good point about learning to do something I'd like to. I'll have to think about that one. Lots to think about.
Body Fat: 34.2%::1.1
Start: 189 (June 2001)
Low: 150 (Nov 2006)
Current BMI=27.6 (25.8 @145.5#)
My Realistic BMI Goal=22.8 (133)
For my activity lately:
Fri 1.21: NordicTrack 35 min/3.5 mi (PBK); Walk 40 min
Sat 1.22: NordicTrack 35 min/3.7 mi (PBK); Walk 30 min/Jog 1.5 min
Sun 1.23: NordicTrack 35 min/3.8 mi (PBK); Walk 35 min
Mon 1.24: NordicTrack 37 min/3.3 mi (PBK); Walk 35 min
Tues 1.25: NordicTrack 35 min/3.4 mi (PBK); Walk 60 min/Jog (shuffle:-) 1 min
Wed 1.26: NordicTrack 44 min/4.6 mi (PBK); Walk 30 min
Thur 1.27: NordicTrack 37 min/3.7 mi (PBK); Walk 45 min
Fri 1.28: NordicTrack 36 min/3.5 mi (PBK); Walk 52 min
Sat 1.29: NordicTrack 35 min/3.5 mi (PBK); Walk 55 min
Weighed in yesterday--no change. I was going through some old diary entries (mine) and the quotation above sang to me once again:-)
Just wanted to share a link (http://db.tt/G6itXb7) to what some may think is a fairly controversial interview with Mack Jones MD--a neurologist who also suffers from obstructive sleep apnea (OSA).
He concludes (based on published studies and current research he is involved with) that sleep apnea is implicated in a multitude of medical problems we or our loved ones may encounter over a lifetime. Included is Alzheimer's, multiple sclerosis, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), migraines, seizures, hypertension, diabetes, mild cognitive impairment, autism, post-partum depression, attention deficit disorder, fibromyalgia/chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) and many more.
From what I've mentioned above, you might think he's selling something, but he's not (he did write a book a couple of years ago: Deadly Sleep--Is Your Sleep Killing You?). He's just trying to get the word out based on his many years of experience and reviews of many studies. To me he's credible because not only is he a neurologist, he's an OSA sufferer and both his father and grandfather were afflicted with Alzheimer's.
One of the more interesting statistics is based on a study in which 90% of Alzheimer's patients suffered from sleep apnea. He's not an alarmist, but he flat out believes that CFS/fibromyalgia is CAUSED by sleep apnea.
One of the other interesting theories about autism is that the numbers have been increasing since (at least here in the US) parents were told to put their infants on their backs to sleep. Yes it's lowered the number of SIDS cases, but it also happens that this is the worst sleeping position for someone with untreated sleep apnea. So in theory back-sleeping allows the baby to wake itself up before choking, but the consequence is that the baby may never get to a restful restorative sleep mode. Of course I'm sure there are plenty of other co-factors (possibly genetic) that may be discovered, in relation to many of these conditions.
It's one of the most interesting things I've listened to in awhile. Yes, it's a little "techy" in some parts, but all in all it's quite accessible and understandable.
I know that my being diagnosed with sleep apnea diagnosed and subsequently being treated with CPAP just about a year ago changed my life and yes I'm a little obsessed with the subject.
The mainstream of medicine would certainly pass Dr Jones off as a crank. All I have to say is that once upon a time cigarettes weren't implicated in lung cancer, for example. So it's either cutting edge or desperate on his part. I choose thoughtful. Of course I'm fairly biased because I know firsthand what sleep apnea was doing to me.
A sleep study is non-invasive, painless and fairly cheap compared to the costs of the complications of the above medical conditions, not to mention the mental, physical and family tolls taken in the disease processes!
Circuit Workouts/Wt Trng Scheduled/Done: ::12.20::*************::1.30::2.2::
Plan for today: Airdyne, Walk, Circuit Workout
Body Fat: 34.2%::1.1
Start: 189 (June 2001)
Low: 150 (Nov 2006)
Current BMI=27.6 (25.8 @145.5#) My Realistic BMI Goal=22.8 (133)
For my activity:
Wed: NordicTrack 35 min/3.6 mi (Pre-bkfst); Walk 35 min
Thur: NordicTrack 45 min/4.6 mi (Pre-bkfst); Walk 30 min
Hidy Ho! Just a quick note to say I'll be back shortly--gonna take a break for a couple of weeks (perhaps more, perhaps less). Just gonna take a short break:-)
See ya' later--it's break time for me! Onward and upward everyone:-)
*** Fri Update ***
Just wanted to say that yesterday I broke a sweat for the first time since starting to use the NTrack first thing in the morning earlier this month. In fact I barely broke a sweat when I did all the yardwork a couple weeks ago. It's not something I paid attention to, but I thought it was interesting. I have been struggling with getting the intensity I want and feeling good at the same time. Needless to say, it's been a slow road.
The other thing is just to let anyone know I updated ModerationKills and added a couple of links for anyone who's interested.
*** Later . . . ***
Circuit Workouts/Wt Trng Scheduled/Done: ::12.20::**********::1.21::1.24::1.27::1.30::2.2::
Plan for today: Walk, NTrack
Be Good To Yourself--First!
Take care of yourself.
Body Fat: 34.2%::1.1
Start: 189 (June 2001)
Low: 150 (Nov 2006)
Current BMI=27.6 (25.8 @145.5#) My Realistic BMI Goal=22.8 (133)
Down a half-pound on my weigh-in yesterday. The sun was out today and yesterday for a change, and we're supposed to have some wintry weather tomorrow.
Circuit Workouts/Wt Trng Scheduled/Done: ::12.20::**********::1.20::
Plan for today: Walk, NTrack
Be Good To Yourself--First!
Body Fat: 34.2%::1.1 (was 32.5%::8.10; 34.1%::9.28; 33.7%::10.5)
Start: 189 (June 2001)
Low: 150 (Nov 2006)
Current BMI=27.7 (25.8 @145.5#) My Realistic BMI Goal=22.8 (133)
Didn't count calories yesterday--didn't eat quite as much as the day before:-)
So today I began using unsweetened almond milk in my coffee (no sugar or other sweeteners added). It's bland, but adequate for "milk" for now. I don't sweeten my coffee, so basically it's just a different taste. For me it is very much like getting used to FF instead of whole milk in coffee.
This is part of my transition to a no-added-fat, plant-based way of eating. If you're interested in reading a little about what has inspired me to try to change, you can check out my other diary, ModerationKills.
Circuit Workouts/Wt Trng Scheduled/Done: ::12.20::********::1.16::
Plan for today: Walk, NTrack
Be Good To Yourself--First!
Body Fat: 34.2%::1.1 (was 32.5%::8.10; 34.1%::9.28; 33.7%::10.5)
Start: 189 (June 2001)
Low: 150 (Nov 2006)
Current BMI=27.7 (25.8 @145.5#) My Realistic BMI Goal=22.8 (133)
For my activity: NordicTrack 37 min/3.3 mi (Pre-bkfst); Walk 30 min
It's never a good idea for me to announce that I'm going to count calories--it always backfires in that I tend to then eat an inordinate amount of food that very day--no different this time.
My activity is my saving grace--and of course I consider sleep an activity. Seriously, I count it in my activities list in Fitday. I just don't use it in the deficit calculation, which I didn't calculate today--it would have been utterly pointless.
Yesterday is done--and so is today--almost! Onward and upward:-)
Circuit Workouts/Wt Trng Scheduled/Done: ::12.20::*******::1.14::
Plan for today: Walk, NTrack
Be Good To Yourself--First!
Sure, it can be disheartening to look back at where you once were. At the same time, it's neat to think about how much you've changed for the better, too. At least it's like that in my situation - I sure don't want to go back there, even if I was a little slimmer :)
Body Fat: 34.2%::1.1 (was 32.5%::8.10; 34.1%::9.28; 33.7%::10.5)
Start: 189 (June 2001)
Low: 150 (Nov 2006)
Current BMI=27.7 (25.8 @145.5#) My Realistic BMI Goal=22.8 (133)
For my activity:
Sat: Walk 35 min; Gutter Cleaning 45 min; Weedeating abt 1.5 hrs;
Mowing 1.5 hrs; Cleanup 30 min
Sun: NordicTrack 35 min/3.5 mi (Pre-bkfst); Walk 35 min
Mon: NordicTrack 26 min/2.4 mi (Pre-bkfst); Walk 30 min
Tues: Nothing
I'm up 3.5 pounds on my weigh-in yesterday, so I will reluctantly start counting calories, etc again. I'll also watch the weights/measures closely.
My last weigh-in was Jan 1st--I sort of expected a pound up or down, so it's probably a good idea to take a look now rather than 3 MORE pounds from now. I know my history and this is not the time to slack off or think next week's weigh-in will show a loss, just because. I'd rather not deal with 169 (the wt I've been back to a few times after reaching the 150s).
Saturday's yardwork fest was a personal triumph for me--I'm starting to feel like myself again. I was able to do all that I could stand for once in a very long time. This is a really good sign that I'll be able to endure a little more consistency with wt trng as well. At least that's what I'm thinking:-) My confidence was definitely bolstered!
Circuit Workouts/Wt Trng Scheduled/Done: ::10.26::**18 missed**::12.20::*******::1.12::
Plan for today: Walk, NTrack, Circuit Workout
Be Good To Yourself--First!
Have a good one.
Body Fat: 34.2%::1.1 (was 32.5%::8.10; 34.1%::9.28; 33.7%::10.5)
Start: 189 (June 2001)
Low: 150 (Nov 2006)
Current BMI=27.1 (25.8 @145.5#) My Realistic BMI Goal=22.8 (133)
For my activity:
Wed: Walk 15 min
Thur: NordicTrack 26 min/2.3 mi (Pre-bkfst); Walk 30 min
Fri: NordicTrack 50 min/4.4 mi (Pre-bkfst)
No wt trng again. I did however get my heart rate up past about 125 with no high weirdness:-)
Circuit Workouts/Wt Trng Scheduled/Done: ::10.26::**18 missed**::12.20::*****::1.8::
Plan for today: Walk, Yard Work, Circuit Workout
Be Good To Yourself--First!
I had planned to make your black eyed peas this weekend, but never got to it. I have some black bean soup in the fridge that I'm using up, and then will plan to try the black eyed peas. Do you eat it with something else, like brown rice, or all by itself? As you can see, I'm not an experienced cook! Can't wait to try it soon.
Body Fat: 33.7% (was 32.5% on 8.10; 34.1% on 9.28)
Start: 189 (June 2001)
Low: 150 (Nov 2006)
Current BMI=27.1 (25.8 @145.5#) My Realistic BMI Goal=22.8 (133)
For my activity:
Mon: NordicTrack 27 min/2.4 mi (Pre-bkfst); Walk 35 min
Tues: Nothing
No weigh-in yesterday--will resume regular Tuesday weigh-ins next week. I made the best-tasting batch of blackeyed peas for New Year's Day. They have no added fat, which I usually use just a little of to saute the veg as the first step. I was pleased that it didn't make any difference.
This foot-dragging with my wt trng has to end--I hope today:-)
Circuit Workouts/Wt Trng Scheduled/Done: ::10.26::**18 missed**::12.20::*****::1.5::
Plan for today: NTrack, Walk
Be Good To Yourself--First!
i think i need some more beans/peas in my diet. lately i eat enough sugary greek yogurt to certainly kill me.
I don't add any more oils/fat to anything in my cooking (thanks to you and the info you've posted here!)and haven't missed a bit. I also don't see any difference in the taste. I used to go through those bottles of olive oil so fast, but now they just sit there in my cupboard as I used them only for super special occasions. Have a great day!
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Hey when did you sneak this in and I am in awe of the death star! LOL...Your town should be getting back to normal soon ;) It is funny/ironic that bot teams in fact were cheerleaderless! LOL have a good one :)