Honestly, I was a little worried my progress would slow. And I was more worried that I would lack ambition to work out if I came home instead of going straight to the fitness center. There were a few days when that was true, but there were far more days that I was excited to get home, change clothes and hit the trail. Running or walking - it didn't matter. I just wanted to get out there. That's when I realized my new fitness habits had become more permanent in my life. And that was a really good feeling.
When August started, I set out to walk three miles a day. I've missed a few days of that, but most days I walk four or five. I honestly think if I add it all up, I can probably average it out to equal at least that. But I don't like math and really don't want to do all that work. So, I'll just assume I did. That works better for me. Ha ha.
The month is almost over, so I'll be in search of a new fitness challenge soon. Anyone have any ideas?
I'm hoping to go back to Zumba a little too. I don't need the fitness classes, but I want them. I miss shaking my hips, twirling and dancing. I want that back in my life. I'm going to figure out a way to make that happen.
Weight-loss goal: 40 lbs.
This week's progress: - 2 lbs.
Progress to date: -32 lbs.
Non-scale victory: I had a really emotional Saturday, and I resisted the urge to go buy junk food and eat my feelings. Instead, I talked to friends and went for a nice six-mile walk in the rain. I'm not going to say it was better than eating a cupcake, but my mood improved by the time I went to bed.
Such a good non-scale victory! And for a new fitness challenge, have you ever tried yoga? It's definitely not cheap to take the classes regularly, but you could try a DVD! In January I told myself I'd go once a week for a month to give it a fair chance and I have been doing that ever since! It's really great for muscle toning and strength but I mostly appreciate its mental calming.
ReplyDeleteYou did way better....I ate my feelings...on Saturday and Sunday. I decided that I would stop that and instead channel my emotions into working out and riding and walking and running from now on. Much healthier. I am very proud of you!!!
ReplyDeleteI know a lot of cable companies have "on-demand" and they have fitness classes on there!
ReplyDeleteLove that you did so awesome with your walking goal for August! Also, what a fantastic 'non scale' victory- emotional eating is something I'm really, really bad at...or good at depending on how you're looking at it!! ;)So your accomplishment is certainly inspiring to me!
ReplyDeleteI'm with Jenn and Amber- I LOVE yoga lately and I know that my 'on demand' has a lot of great fitness classes (including yoga) on there. I know netflix has some good videos too :)
I'd be down for a yoga challenge - I'm definitely not a limber as I used to be!
ReplyDeleteI never walk around here by myself because you really never know when a moose or bear will pop up. I have a pistol, but that's not gonna do much against those animals!
ReplyDeleteSo yes, I rely on the gym and I aim to get my money's worth every month. I always feel better when I get out of the house and do something. The couch is just too darn inviting! Awesome progress :)