I feel sick again and I wonder if perhaps i'm eating too much dairy? My stomach is riding a roller coaster and advil is not helping. Grrrr. I'm mean on Fridays. This is exactly how I feel today:

Literally. Ugh.

Anyways, not much else to say really. I took a nap when I got home from work yesterday and woke up from it grouchy as all hell. This morning I slept through the alarm. And gained half a pound when I ate around 1,400 calories yesterday. I am just not a happy camper today.

I truly hope no one calls me to do something tonight, because all this negative energy needs to be diverted onto something other than my friends/family. I'm thinking about shovelling. Violently. That might do me some good.

I got back on the treadmill last night. And it managed to stay strong (sort of) until minute 20, which gave me time to do some jogging. It was a good walk/run combo, and then I added calisthenics afterwards and stretching. I think once a week on the treadmill is about all it's going to be able to take.

And then - spooky - about ten minutes after I got off the treadmill, I decided I should unplug it. I turned to start towards it and... it was already unplugged. I must have a helpful ghost in the house. I could have sworn I hadn't unplugged it. Awkward.

I'm sure I have some sort of cold going on; i've been feeling seriously sluggish lately and keep coughing and having to clear my throat. Also struggling a bit with headaches. Sleep doesn't seem to be helping at this point, so i've resorted to administering advil.

Plan for today:

Food - mocha, oatmeal, sweet potato & chili, cottage cheese, grapes, rice & veggies, crackers

Exercise - I want to. really I do. we'll see.

Other - I think simply prepping for the workday tomorrow will suffice.

More snow fell throughout the day yesterday, and into the evening. It's pretty bad out there today, but I made it into work and i'm hoping to make it out of here too. It shouldn't be a problem so long as it doesn't snow during the day. I was going to take some pictures for you ladies, but I had to pick Mom up last night and didn't have enough time.

Plan for today:

Food - smoothie, mocha, sweet potato and chili, rice with veggies and salmon, yogurt, crackers.

Exercise - my thigh muscles are sore from wallyball, so that means i'd better get my workout-on and keep those muscles exercised. Will pull off a cardio workout tonight - maybe another walk/run combo.

I can't believe it's only Wednesday. These weeks are going by so slowly, but at least it's hump day and it's all downhill from here!

Feeling a little lethargic today, i'm sure it's because I need to get a good workout in. The snow is coming down today and got some overnight as well, so I couldn't walk to work like I had planned to. Hopefully it won't snow much more, otherwise it'll be messy trying to get home after work.

Plan for Today:

Food - mocha, oatmeal, sweet potato, chili, grapes, cottage cheese, rice and veggies, salmon.

Exercise - unsure. need to pick Mom up from the bus station tonight.

A co-worker brought me a cinammon bun this morning. I said "no!" but she plopped it on my desk anyways. It's still sitting here. I might half it and try to work it in over the next couple of days because there's no way I can eat it all and still be in a good calorie range today. I dislike it when my plans are foiled ;)

It's funny how much faster time flies when you get to sleep in.

Friday - I went to grandma's after eating dinner and had to sit and watch her and my cousins eat and try not to steal food off their plates. Not that I was hungry, but it was painful watching everyone else eat, you know?

Saturday - I was up early and doing laundry and some other chores, then went to the city for my passport pictures (finally!!!) and to watch my cousin-once-removed kick some ass at a martial arts tournament. Afterwards we all went back to grandma's for dinner (roasted chicken, noodles and potatoes).

Sunday - I slept in! It's a miracle! Got out of bed around 10:30 a.m. then had to rush to get over to grandma's for brunch (ribs, rice, cooked carrots). Then I got some groceries and cooked up my lunches (or dinners, whatever) for the week - baked sweet potato and chili. Also went to wallyball, where - even though I showed up ten minutes late - we kicked butt once again!!! Great workout!

Today:

Food - smoothie, mocha, sweet potato & chili, healthy fried rice with cooked salmon.

Snack options - yogurt, blueberries, granola; cottage cheese and grapes; crackers.

Exercise - 45 minute workout.

Other - send in taxes; check Mom's address; buy more water.

Is anyone here on myfitnesspal.com? Just checking because I started an account there on Friday. If you are on there, let me know or add me as your friend! cyndi2012 is my user name. And if you're not, how come?! It's a great calorie-and-exercise-tracking site. Might even be better than FitDay, in my humble opinion.

Meeting was cancelled last night, so I did a little work, sent out a few e-mails, then jumped on the treadmill for a walk/run combo.

FYI - No shin splints, but two toes on my left foot went numb. I must rub them together or something. One day I will videotape my running just to see if I look like a total dumbass.

I didn't pick up that treadmill; found a lot of bad reviews on it, so I decided to save my money for my trip and look at a new treadmill next year sometime.

Plan for today:

Food - mocha, cereal, cafeteria for lunch, dinner tbd. good plan, legcramps.

Exercise - might try to take a walk later on tonight. i should really crush a core/strength workout instead.

Other - relatives will be visiting this weekend and that will take up most of my time, but i would like to accomplish a few things: passport picture (yes, i still have to do this); laundry; shovel; study. and take naps on the couch in the middle of the day.

Did a little walking outside yesterday, felt good. I think I finally got some sleep last night, hopefully more than five hours. Don't know for sure because I tossed around a bit before falling asleep and didn't check the time. Anyways, I feel better, so.

Plan for Today:

Food - mocha, cereal, sandwich from cafeteria, dinner tbd (perhaps chicken ceasar salad).

Exercise - None (no time).

Other - I found a great deal on treadmills in the city (actually, it was Grandma that found it), so I might drive there after work today and buy one (that's sort of exciting since the one I have now is so very touch and go). Also have a dog park dinner meeting tonight.

I went home yesterday at lunch and tried to sleep, but it just wasn't happening. I spent a good chunk of time sitting cross-legged on the couch, holding my head in my hands in complete frustration.

I don't really know if I did anything else yesterday besides mope and contract my stomach muscles. TMI?

This morning I woke up and realized I had a cold. I could literally feel the phlegm running down my throat. It was so... creepy... that I guzzled half a bottle of water just to try and get rid of the feeling.

Sharp headache pains are happening, but I will take an Advil and that will help. Blowing my nose constantly, and sneezing feels so damn good. Really. And I'm at work and I'm sure my co-workers are oh-so-happy with me for being here and contaminating the area.

And I'm falling behind on my workouts.

Plan for today:

Food - Mocha, cereal, rice, beef, dinner at Grandma's. It's Wednesday already.

Exercise - I don't know!

Other - Pick up post; check on friend's dog; visit Grandma; check on Mom's house.

I really need to get some sleep. Maybe I should try some hot tea tonight before bed. I think Saturday's increased calories is wreaking havoc internally. Blah.

I actually feel nauseus right now. The calendar shows that tonight is time for my first actual run session, and I really want everything to go well so that I'm not disappointed in my abilities. But I'm seriously thinking about heading home at lunchtime and taking a long nap (if my body will even allow that).

Do you ever feel like all the effort is kind of useless? Maybe it's just because it's Tuesday today and I'll get over it eventually, but I can't help thinking of the amount of effort I need to put in for even a slight benefit in health.

Could just be the weather. If it was nicer and I could walk to work, maybe I'd be feeling better. If I could feel any kind of warmth on my skin perhaps I'd be acting a little more positive about things. Sorry ladies, I'm a downer today! It's hard to be happy when you feel like throwing up!

Plan for today - TBD. It's Gamble and Risk Day.

Oh the Horror!

I overate on Saturday. Like, as in, checked the fridge every half hour to see if something would magically pop up that might be good to eat. I even recorded it all; listen to this:

9:30am - coffee and hot chocolate mix. two, for good measure.

12pm - ok, hungry. pizza, two slices.

2pm - hmmmn, what's in here? crackers and cheese, one serving.

2:30pm - that was really good. crackers and cheese, one serving.

3:00pm - really good. crackers and cheese, one serving.

3:15pm - might as well finish it up. crackers and cheese, one serving.

4pm - breakfast for dinner? sure! cereal, milk, brown sugar. oh, and i'm kinda hankering for some toast. two slices.

5pm - brrrring, brrrring. hi auntie. you're going out for dinner? ok, i'll be there. salad bar, chicken, shrimp, baked potato. took half home. grandma paid. can't go wrong.

7pm - whew, I feel full. and cold. coffee. twice.

Yeah. That was over 2,300 calories. When I woke up on Sunday morning, I was still full.

I was sick most of Sunday (obviously from eating far too much the day before) but still managed to eat about 1,600 calories. I also played wallyball, thank goodness. Another hour and a half, so a great workout to set the mood for the week.

A good week's worth of sleep would be helpful about now. Maybe it's the coffee, but I can't stop tossing and turning and am barely reaching five hours of sleep each night. It's very frustrating.

Plan for today:

Food - mocha, turkey sub...

Exercise - core workout is on the schedule, but who knows how i'll feel when work is over. I kinda feel like I could take a nap right now.

Other - you have to be kidding. I would seriously surprise myself if I managed to get anything done today.