Is it Cheating?

I almost feel like a cheater.  This week I have been covering some hours at Curves while my mom is on vacation.  It has made it a lot easier to already be here.  I got 2 circuit workouts plus Zumba in on Tuesday, Zumba yesturday & 2 workouts in today!!  I am feeling great!.  

I don't know how I'm going to keep this momentum going next week when My schedule changes.  I may just have to go out with the hubby and chase after the lawn mower one or two days. 

As for my squat Challenge today is day 25 - 220 squats and my legs are burning.  I have found that lots of water after the squats makes it feel better faster.  Good news is that I have increased my intensity and reps on the following Curves machines:  Leg Press, Leg lift & my nemesis the squat machine.  At least my legs will be swimsuit ready.  :)  

Have a great Memorial Weekend!!!

And remember THE ONLY WORKOUT YOU'LL REGRET IS THE ONE YOU DON'T DO!!!

I haven't stopped!

So I am sure some of you are wondering if I have stopped working.  The answer is a big NO.  I am happy to report that I have kept up with my routine and have still been watching my portion sizes.  The start of my diet plan was put on hold.  I'm sure most of you out there know what it is like to try to feed yourself & family on a small budget so it is taking a little longer to make sure that I have everything in place so I don't go over our budget.  I want to be able to get all the healthy fresh food without breaking the bank.  To do that I think there is going to be some extra cooking taking place.  I'll let you know the tricks I figure out.

The times I have failed in the past have been due to lack of planning so when I run out of one little thing I give up all together.  Not this time!  

As you can see from my earlier post I've still seen results.  These results came from following my exercise routine & increasing my water content.  I am up to about 3 qts a day wanting to get to 1 & 1/2 gallons.  

So that's where I am.  Still working at it and will let you know my plan for starting the diet next week.   

Enjoy the rest of your week and stay active

Measurement Update!!!!

Yes I am happy about this!!!  I had my weigh in on May 9th.  I know the printout says the 2nd the computer didn't update the day.  I wish I had these results in just 2 weeks, but I'll take the for!  Check these out.  So excited!!! (Just so you know Curves doubles the arm & thigh measurement to account for the fact that you typically have 2 arms & thighs)

My Diet

I bet your are thinking to yourself - 

"It's great she is increasing her exercise but what is she doing for her diet?"

I haven't forgotten about my diet.  I will be beginning my Curves Complete - the new diet program offered by Curves, hopefully next week.  I just need to get with my Coach to go over my plan & menu.  It's great to have the second look and one on one motivation & coaching.

In the mean time, I have just really been watching my portion sizes & how many times I eat.

My favorite snack right now?

Veggies (mainly cucumbers & bell peppers of all colors) & Hummus (love the roasted red pepper) YUM!  YUM!   I'm going to get brave when my other kids get here and try avacado.  They love it.

          
 

     

Thursday May 9th

So you might be wondering how I am doing this week?  

Sunday started my week out great as I said with my squats done & having my Yoga time! :)  

Monday however did not return the favor, Ended taking my baby girl to the doctor first thing in the morning taking up my Curves time, but hey our children's health comes first.  I did get to do my 80 squats later that night when I got the kiddos to sleep.  Wish I would've stretched after though.  

I woke up Tuesday completely sore and at first thought -- "Wow, I must have over done it with the squats right before bed, glad today is my rest day" and reminded me to stretch after Wed's.  Unfortunately it wasn't just the squats and shortly discovered I had come down with the nasty head cold/flu (the docs not quite sure) with full body aches & miagraines included.  So I ended up getting a sub to teach my Zumba class and got busy sleeping and slamming water to keep hydrated.  

Wed came and I didn't feel much better until about 4pm.  But still not quite ready to do the squats --- :(

Today ---  Woke up and did my 100 squats, had a break while I worked & did a Mary Kay class.  After that I ran (as my husband says - he can't keep up) after a lawn mower, mowing 4 different lawns in 3 hours.  If that wasn't enough I am just about to do another 105 squats so I can be all caught up. Yes, I'll remember to stretch!!

I let you all know if my legs feel like jello in the morning - LOL      

A New Start

Well today marked a new start for my exercise routine.  I have been keeping up with my squat challenge and am happy to report that I am still cruising through them with minimal soreness.  Today's number? 75!!!

I was also able to enjoy 45 mins of Yoga while the kiddos were taking a nap!  How's that for a great Sunday?

Tomorrow is my busy day... Planning on hitting Curves before work in the morning then off running until 10pm!   

Starting Measurements & Goals ~

Starting Numbers:  (I hate this)    :)

Bust.............. 44
Waist............ 39.5
Abdomen..... 45.5
Hip............... 45.5
Arm.............. 12.5
Thigh............ 27
Weight.......... 192
Body Fat %.. 38.5%
Body Fat #....74.5
BMI.............. 35.1


GOALS:


Bust.............. 36
Waist............ 26
Abdomen..... 32
Hip............... 36
Arm.............. TONED
Thigh............ 23
Weight.......... 135
Body Fat %..  >24%