grannyannie - Sunday Jun 23, 2013
(Healthy food-fitness-getting back to ideal weight)
Weight: 133.8
Quick check-in as the granddaughters are due to visit shortly. Been good with workouts - doing muscle workout 3 times a week and added in some cardio. Been to two fitness classes with sister.
Having a great time seeing relatives, friends, being a tourist.
Food and drink. Pleading the 5th amendment on that one.
A pic of youngest granddaughter I took earlier:
Progress as of today: 33.2 lbs lost so far, only 3.8 lbs to go!
V on 06/24/2013:
Hiya Annie!! Your granddaughter is such a cutie :) Sounds like you are having a blast with your family and good going with the workouts!
Umpqua on 06/24/2013:
What a beautiful picture. Yay for keeping up with your workouts and I'm glad you're having such a fun trip!
hollybelle on 06/24/2013:
What a cutie! Live it up, my dear! Good job keeping active.
legcramps on 06/27/2013:
Awe, sweet picture! She's adorable :)
grannyannie - Sunday Jun 16, 2013
(Healthy food-fitness-getting back to ideal weight)
Weight: 133.8
Happy Father's Day!
Been in Michigan since Tuesday night. Having a great time seeing everybody, doing touristy things and shopping. Won't mention food or the amount of beer consumed thus far!
Been doing my muscle workouts at my sister's house. Also went to her over 50's fitness class on Friday and will go again tomorrow. Not nearly as intense as my usual workouts but still pretty good. Part of the class entails walking or running around the indoor track. I ran more than walked.
Just finished a workout while my sister and hubby were at church. Did my full upper and lower body routines that I do at home with the weights, mat, dumbbells, etc. Also added in jump rope, jogging in place and jumping jacks.
No beer today!
Shopping for clothes later today.
Progress as of today: 33.2 lbs lost so far, only 3.8 lbs to go!
supercheese on 06/16/2013:
hahah enjoy the holiday and the family!!
Umpqua on 06/17/2013:
I'm glad you're having a good time. Excellent work on the exercise!
V on 06/17/2013:
Hey there Annie! Glad to hear that you are having such a good time :) Hope your shopping trip was a big success!
grannyannie on 06/17/2013:
Some success but lots more shops to visit. :)
hollybelle on 06/21/2013:
Sounds like you are having fun. I am in the in-between crowd on exercise classes, too. I can hardly keep up with the 20-somethings, but I'm not ready for the over 50 classes, either - even tho (as you know) I am pushing my 60th birthday!
grannyannie - Monday Jun 10, 2013
(Healthy food-fitness-getting back to ideal weight)
Weight: 133.8
Updated weight.
On our way into Glasgow to spend the night at a hotel, then flight to US tomorrow. I'll check in occasionally.
Have a spectacular and healthy week everybody!
Progress as of today: 33.2 lbs lost so far, only 3.8 lbs to go!
OhioRaven on 06/10/2013:
What part of the U.S. ? Keep in touch.
grannyannie on 06/10/2013:
SE Michigan. I will be in touch.
Umpqua on 06/10/2013:
Sounds like you had a nice weekend and that's not a bad weight flux considering you ate meat on Saturday. Happy and safe travels to you!!
puddles on 06/10/2013:
Wishing you a lot of fun and great weather Annie. Keep safe
grannyannie - Sunday Jun 09, 2013
(Healthy food-fitness-getting back to ideal weight)
Weight: 133.0
Had a really nice dinner at our friends' house last night. They invited an Aussie couple who were guests at their B & B to join us and we had a big BBQ. We got home about 1:30am! Several glasses of wine but didn't overdo. Definitely not vegan or vegetarian any more!
Nearly packed for our trip. Getting the house very clean so it will be nice to come back to. Just taking my lunch break right now then back at it. Then my muscle routines.
We are spending tomorrow night in the hotel at the airport so it will be more convenient for Tuesday's flight. I'll do a final 'weight check' tomorrow morning.
Workout at home (upper):
7 min video routine for triceps/arms using .5kg wrist weights
grannyannie on 06/10/2013:
Thanks, Ohio! On my way to Michigan.
grannyannie - Saturday Jun 08, 2013
(Healthy food-fitness-getting back to ideal weight)
Weight: 133.0
Did my lower body routine yesterday in addition to the upper body. So I won't do strength exercises today. I'll do both upper and lower tomorrow and another cardio, probably power walk again.
Seriously wanted some snacks last night. So munched on quite a few oatcakes, some popcorn, and a glass of wine. And I'm thinking it's not a great idea to go from feeling deprived to going on a holiday. Sigh.
Workout:
power walked 5 miles - really enjoyed it - warm, sunny, light breeze, and on our beautiful coastal road with the water sparkling and blue
Progress as of today: 34 lbs lost so far, only 3 lbs to go!
OhioRaven on 06/08/2013:
Good Stuff, Annie. You're really doing Great !
grannyannie on 06/08/2013:
Thanks, Ohio. Not going to hit goal so I'll have to be satisfied with 'close' and not overdo too often while we are gone.
puddles on 06/08/2013:
You are doing real good. Your area sounds real nice for walks (coastal road). It is a great place to exercise and re-centre yourself in your body and mind. Have a great day Annie.
grannyannie on 06/08/2013:
Thanks. It is a gorgeous area with the loch and the mountains.
supercheese on 06/08/2013:
Wow look at the power walk. Thats awesome annie!
grannyannie on 06/08/2013:
Thanks! It was very pleasant.
Umpqua on 06/08/2013:
You made healthy snack choices, good going. You're right about not depriving yourself before a trip, just try to moderate as best you can. Enjoy your dinner tonight!
grannyannie on 06/08/2013:
Could have been worse on the snacks, although the oatcakes are 36 calories each!
biscottibody59 on 06/08/2013:
Just checking to see when you're heading out--I hope you have a lovely trip with great weather and good times!
grannyannie - Friday Jun 07, 2013
(Healthy food-fitness-getting back to ideal weight)
Weight: 133.0
Another gorgeous day here!! We've been invited to our friends' house for dinner tomorrow night. So the vegan/vegetarian experiment will be officially finished.
Going to do cardio (tae bo/jump rope) tomorrow and Sunday, and also my strength routines. Need to colour my hair and finish packing as well. Want the house clean and no dirty laundry left behind before we leave on Monday. I like to come home to a clean house. Our friend is going to water my weeping fig tree and cut our grass.
Workout at gym:
30 mins spin bike
20 mins treadmill
10 mins rowing machine
4 sets of 12 on 4 resistance machines (upper body and back)
cables/pulley for triceps - 4 sets of 12
Workout at home (upper):
7 min video routine for triceps/arms using .5kg wrist weights
Progress as of today: 34 lbs lost so far, only 3 lbs to go!
skinnygrlwithin on 06/07/2013:
Your workout looks really really good!! And I know what you mean... I hate coming back home from vacation with work to do... it's better to just get it done before you leave! Have a great trip!
grannyannie on 06/07/2013:
Thanks! Yes, I like to come home to a clean house.
Umpqua on 06/07/2013:
You did so well with the vegan/veggie experiment. Then again, seems like your menus are mostly vegetarian anyway. I'm sure you're super excited for your departure Monday - I can't wait to hear all about your travels!
grannyannie on 06/07/2013:
I am mostly vegetarian at home and dinners are almost always vegan since hubby does the booking. Aye, getting excited.
OhioRaven on 06/07/2013:
I'll trade you some Courgette, for some porridge :v)
grannyannie on 06/07/2013:
LOL. Okay. Here's another one for ya - eggplant is called aubergine.
puddles on 06/07/2013:
I also do not like coming home to a messy house. Have a great day and weekend Annie
grannyannie on 06/07/2013:
Thanks, Fran. Same to you.
V on 06/07/2013:
And the countdown til vacay begins!! I am sure you are super duper stoked and ready! Hey have fun with your friends at dinner tomorrow and try to match equal parts water with wine so ya won't have a hangover Sunday, LOL Have a good evening <3
grannyannie on 06/08/2013:
Thanks! Aye, got too much to do on Sunday to have a hangover. I'll drink the wine more slowly as well because as soon as it gets to half glass our hostess fills it up again! I'll have a glass of water on hand as well.
grannyannie - Thursday Jun 06, 2013
(Healthy food-fitness-getting back to ideal weight)
Weight: 133.0
Another lovely day here - warm and sunny. I've tossed tons of stuff into the guest room and will work on packing today. I'm a fanatical organized packer and use a list. I don't like to have to dig through my stuff in the overhead compartment on a plane so I make sure I have whatever I need in a small bag at my seat. After security I transfer the liquids I need to my 'at-seat bag' - eye drops, lip balm, hand gel. And, of course, a large bottle of water.
Progress as of today: 34 lbs lost so far, only 3 lbs to go!
puddles on 06/06/2013:
I always over pack and end up not using half of the stuff. Someday I will get the hang of it. LOL Have a great day Annie.
grannyannie on 06/06/2013:
I overpack as well. Can't do it this time as I need to leave room for the clothes and shoes I'm buying while I'm there!
Umpqua on 06/06/2013:
I have to make lists too, especially now with 2 little ones to pack for. Hubby throws everything together the night before - sometimes the same day we travel!
grannyannie on 06/06/2013:
That's like my hubby. Night before usually.
legcramps on 06/06/2013:
I make lists as well, and like to consider myself a very organized packer. Sometimes a little too organized, maybe ;)
grannyannie on 06/06/2013:
Yea, I'm a bit of a fanatic about it and hubby makes fun of me.
skinnygrlwithin on 06/06/2013:
You are a very organized packer... I do not have those skills at all... everything just gets thrown in the suitcase, if anything gets folded I'm doing pretty good haha. Anything to do with putting away my clothes, or transferring my clothes... yea I kinda hate it haha. But I am a to-do list maker, at my old job that I hated I used to spend hours making and re-doing to-do lists hahaha. It's very gratifying to be able to cross things off.
grannyannie on 06/06/2013:
I'm okay with the clothes packing - it's the electronic stuff, the toiletries, meds, calcium pills....
V on 06/06/2013:
Hiya Annie :) Fared the storm without incident but I was bored to tears today, LOL
Wow I am impressed at how organized you are..I think we have discussed how i can't pack early for trips because i bring FAR too many things with me, most of the stuff I really don't need or wear...Hahahaha
Have a wonderful evening my friend<3
biscottibody59 on 06/06/2013:
Hope you have a great evening!
grannyannie - Wednesday Jun 05, 2013
(Healthy food-fitness-getting back to ideal weight)
Weight: 133.0
We had a lovely day yesterday! Met up with daughter and had lunch and a long walk along the promenade. It was mostly cloudy as there wasn't even a breeze so the clouds stayed put. But it was mild and very pleasant. I won't even mention the food, beer and ice cream.
Edit: Today is my oldest son's birthday. He's 42! How can I possibly have a 42 year old child??!!
Top photo is taken from the town of Oban and the bottom is Loch Fyne which is a stopover on the way.
Workout at gym:
25 mins treadmill - uphill
10 mins rowing machine
10 mins elliptical
4 sets of 12 on 3 resistance machines (upper body)
cables/pulley for triceps - 4 sets of 12
Workout at home (upper/lower body):
7 min video routine for triceps/arms using .5kg wrist weights
Progress as of today: 34 lbs lost so far, only 3 lbs to go!
puddles on 06/05/2013:
beautiful pictures Annie - have a great day
grannyannie on 06/05/2013:
Thanks Fran, same to you.
Umpqua on 06/05/2013:
I didn't realize our sons shared a birthday! I'll be close to 80 (assuming I make it that far) by the time mine's 42. Gorgeous pictures, and I'm glad you had a nice visit with daughter :)
grannyannie on 06/05/2013:
I remembered from last year when you posted it was your son's. I was just a child of 19 when mine was born...much better to have them at your age!
Thanks!
skinnygrlwithin on 06/05/2013:
Your pictures are absolutely beautiful!! So glad you had a nice time with your daughter!!
V on 06/05/2013:
Aww Happy Birthday to your son young lady!! Beautiful pics my friend, have a great evening <3
grannyannie - Monday Jun 03, 2013
(Healthy food-fitness-getting back to ideal weight)
Weight: 133.0
Our weather forecast for this week looks gorgeous....sunny and low 70's.
Since we are going to Oban for the day tomorrow to visit daughter I won't be working out, so will do both upper and lower body strength routines this afternoon. (still ignoring the box of 3 dozen homemade oatmeal/raisin cookies that Ibaked for her and her friends!)
Workout at gym:
30 mins spin bike
10 mins treadmill
5 mins rowing machine
4 sets of 12 on 4 resistance machines (upper body and back)
cables/pulley for triceps - 4 sets of 12
Workout at home (upper/lower body):
7 min video routine for triceps/arms using .5kg wrist weights
Progress as of today: 34 lbs lost so far, only 3 lbs to go!
Umpqua on 06/03/2013:
You're a machine, Annie! Great work avoiding the cookies and doubling up the workouts. Hope you have a good one!
grannyannie on 06/03/2013:
Cheers! Wish those cookies would stop calling my name! :O
V on 06/03/2013:
Enjoy your visit with your daughter and i am sure her and her friends will enjoy those cookies that you didn't eat! have a good evening Annie :)
OhioRaven on 06/03/2013:
Enjoy your weather, Annie...Not the cookies !
horn_of_plenty on 06/03/2013:
Have a nice time visiting your daughter!
biscottibody59 on 06/03/2013:
Hope you have a nice trip--good job resisting the cookies:-)
grannyannie - Sunday Jun 02, 2013
(Healthy food-fitness-getting back to ideal weight)
Weight: 133.0
Going to visit daughter for the afternoon on Tuesday. So baking more oatmeal raisin cookies today. Her fellow volunteers are enjoying them as well. Making a double batch, which again I won't do a taste test. This visit also means going over calorie allotment for the day, but will try not to overdo. Getting too close now!
Hiya Annie!! Your granddaughter is such a cutie :) Sounds like you are having a blast with your family and good going with the workouts!
Umpqua on 06/24/2013:
What a beautiful picture. Yay for keeping up with your workouts and I'm glad you're having such a fun trip!
hollybelle on 06/24/2013:
What a cutie! Live it up, my dear! Good job keeping active.
legcramps on 06/27/2013:
Awe, sweet picture! She's adorable :)