Tuesday Running 30 minutes

Just running around my brother's neighborhood. 28 DEGREES! I also did some light chores for a couple of hours. About 10 minutes of heavy lifting too.

Monday JM 30DS Lvl 2 (25 minutes)

with 10 lb weights. Plus, scrubbing tile for more than an hour.

Saturday Running 55 minutes (paved trail)

In the rain (yuck!).

Thursday JM 30DS Lvl 2 (25 minutes)

With 10 lb weights.

Wednesday Running 65 minutes

on a paved trail. Plus, the usual, wrapping presents, cooking, baking, etc. ;)

Monday JM 30 DS level 2 + Extras (35 minutes)

30DS with the 10 lb weight and the extras with a 20lb weight.

Saturday Trail Running 70 minutes

On the "hard trail" which now has a name- the SIUE Nature Preserve. Also-shopping! way too much shopping!

Thursday Running 50 minutes

About 30 minutes on pavement and 20 minutes on dirt trail.

Wednesday Swiming (40 minutes)

25 laps. Too blah feeling to do more laps.

Tuesday JM 30 DS Lvl 2 (25 minutes)

Plus, 2 hours of tile scrubbing today.

Monday Running 35 minutes

On a muddy cross country trail.

Saturday Running 90 minutes + 100 push ups!!!

I ran 90 minutes while pushing the toddler in the jogging stroller. He was good the whole time!

Thursday JM 30 DS with 10 lb weights (25 minutes)

Plus, deep cleaning.

Wednesday Running 35 minutes

while pushing a grumpy toddler.

Tuesday Swimming 1 hour

I did the usual 35 laps (15 freestyle, 5 back stroke, 15 freestyle) plus some kick board laps thrown in there.

Monday running 40 minutes (paved trail)

stroller free! woohoo!

Saturday Running 70 minutes

I had to run on paved trails (SIUE campus, the Gardens at SIUE) because it was too dang muddy! It was a good run thought with lots of good feelings.

Wednesday Running 55 minutes (while pushing the jogging stroller)

Beautiful sunny day today!

Tuesday JM 30DS Lvl 2 (25 minutes)

Plus, about an hour of deep cleaning. I also messed with leaves for about an hour yesterday.

Monday Running 3 1/2 miles (43 minutes)

Good time for me! I just ran around the neighborhood.

Saturday Trail Running 50 minutes

I wanted to run an hour, but the trail was so muddy it wore me out. Beautiful day here today though!

Friday JM 30DS Lvl 2 (25 minutes)

With 10 lb weights. Is there such a thing as a turkey hangover? I think I have one ;)

Thursday Running 30 minutes

On the paved part of the watershed trail.

Wednesday Swimming 50ish minutes

I swam a mile (35 laps). I think it was in 48 minutes.

Tuesday Trail Running 90 minutes

The sun was shining and it felt warmer than the 35 degrees the weather people said it was.

Monday JM 30 DS Lvl 2 (25 minutes)

With 10lb free weights. I got up early so I could workout first thing. Busy day planned!

Saturday Biking 55 minutes

It was raining for about 45 minutes of that. Biking in the rain! It was 55 degrees today, so I did not get really cold until the very end when it REALLY started raining. I am now snuggling under jackets, blankets, warm socks, etc.

Thursday Trail Running 65 minutes

Running really hard to burn off some grief.

Saturday Running 45 minutes

Running with my 8yr old in the Girls on the Run 5K in Saint Louis. 23 degrees but we did it!

Thursday JM 30 DS Lvl 2 (25 minutes)

With 10 lb weights. Tomorrow is a rest day because I run my first race on Saturday. It's only a 5K, but still a first!

Wednesday Swimming 45 minutes

I swam a mile in 45 minutes! Woot! 30 laps freestyle and 5 laps backstroke.

Tuesday Running 30 minutes

Just a short run with the kids while pushing the jogging stroller. We were on the Wanda Rd side of the watershed trail, so did not worry about anyone running in the street or anything.

Monday JM 30DS Lvl 2 + extras (35 minutes)

JM with the 10 lb weights and the extras with the 20 lb weight (finally!). I also went for a walk for about an hour while pushing the younger kids in the double stroller.

Friday Trail Running 1 hour and 5 minutes

It was on the hard trail, which ironically seems easier on my knees. Yes, the five minutes added to the hour is important.

Thursday Swimming 45 minutes

I swam a mile in 45 minutes. Yay! I just did the freestyle the whole time.

Tuesday Running 4 miles 45 minutes

I ran with QQ for her practice run for GOTR.

Monday Running 40 minutes

While pushing the jogging stroller. I was not "feeling it" today for running. Today was going to be the nicest day this week though, so I figure I better get out there.

Saturday Jm 30 DS lvl 2 (25 minutes)

with 10 lb free weights.

Friday Trail Running 90 minutes

I lost a little weight this week too. I've been trying bone broth as a supplement.

Thursday Running 40 minutes (while pushing the jogging stroller)

I skipped exercise yesterday due to feeling BLAH. It was cold, but I found a thick blanket/quilt thing I had made to keep the baby toasty warm.

ETA- also deep cleaned kitchen for an hour and marched in a parade for an hour while V played in the marching band.

Tuesday Running 1 hour (while pushing the running stroller)

Tired today. Blargh.

Monday Biking (with bike trailer) 35 minutes

30-35 minutes. I just wanted to enjoy the beautiful day some more!

Monday JM 30DS LVL 2 + running in place (35 minutes)

I had to run in place for awhile because I'm still doing JM on utube and it took awhile to load again in the middle area. I ended up having to re-load the whole page. I wanted to keep my heart rate up though.

Saturday Trail Running 90 minutes

long run!!!

Friday JM 30 Day Shred lvl 2 (30 minutes)

I did JM with 10 lb weights. I had to do high knees for awhile because it was slow to load from youtube today. I still have not found my JM DVD. I also hiked in the woods with 4 kids for over an hour. 20 minutes of that was hiking at top speed while holding a toddler at the same time in a sling. That was hard! It was a gorgeous fall day today though and the kids were off school to boot.

Thursday Running + Push ups (40 minutes)

I was pushing the jogging stroller and I did 5 sets of ten push ups (on the paved part of the trail this time since the grass was too wet).

Tuesday Running 1 hour (pushing jogging stroller)

I have parent teacher conferences today too. Kill me now :P

Monday JM 30 DS Lvl 2 + 1 hour biking ( 1 hour 25 minutes total)

I did JM with 10 lb weights. I was hoping to ensure sleep tonight with two workouts.

Wed & Thurs JM 30DS Lvl 2 + 1 hour running

My wed and thurs look just like my mon and tues!

Monday & Tuesday JM 30 DS Lvl 2 + 1 hour Running

So busy this week!

Thursday and Saturday Running (40 and 45 minutes)

I did more push ups on Thursday (60 total). I forgot today though because I was running with my 8 yr old daughter. I'm running my first race with her on November 15th for this program she is a part of called Girls on the Run. It's a 5K.

Wednesday Swimming 1 mile Thursday Running 45 minutes

Plus 6 sets of 10 push ups (60 push ups total) on the run today.

Tuesday Biking 75 minutes (while pulling the bike trailer)

The baby was good the whole time! He is so awesome.

Monday Running 45 minutes + 50 push ups

I think push ups and pulling the bike trailer are going to be my strength workout until the weather traps me inside again.

Thursday Biking 1 hour (while pulling the bike trailer)

Stressed out and tired today, but I finally was able to go biking with T in the trailer when the rain cleared, the baby woke up, and all the stars aligned!

Wednesday Trail Running 55 minutes

My left knee seems to be getting better, or maybe it just tolerates trail running better than paved running.

Monday Trail Running 50 minutes

and then I got yucky feeling right after.

Thursday Swimming 50 minutes

I swam a mile again. Yesterday I worked on my car for a few hours and I felt every single muscle I used while I was swimming today!

Monday Biking 1 hour (while pulling the bike trailer)

I'm taking the week off from running because my left knee is still bugging me off and and on. Plus, a wedding trip at the end of the week.

Friday Swimming (30 minutes)

20 laps- 15 laps freestyle and 5 laps backstroke. Plus, 3 hours of yard sales with the kids this morning.

Thursday Running 1 hour (while pushing the jogging stroller)

That was about it for me today.

Wednesday Biking while pulling the bike trailer (1 hour)

For about 10 minutes of that I was pulling the 4 yr old and the 20 month old. I picked her up from preschool and took her home while I was out biking.

Tuesday Running 1 hour (while pushing the jogging stroller)

Forgot to post this yesterday.

Monday Biking while pulling the bike trailer (1 Hour) + 60 push ups

Whew! I definitely feel like I got a strength workout for my legs from that. I also added 6 sets of 10 push ups when I got home. I'm hoping between push ups and pulling the trailer, I can keep my strength up until my left knee lets me do JM again.

Saturday Trail Running 45 minutes

I also spent 5 hours trying to help a gal from church change her brakes. Her rotors would not come off! I was tired by the end of that.

Thursday Biking while pulling bike trailer (45 minutes)

Followed by one hour of tree trimming yard work.

ETA- 20 minutes of yoga for runners before bed as well: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=of2spyCtUkw

Wednesday Running 1 hour (while pushing the jogging stroller)

It was raining pretty steadily the whole time. The baby did not get wet until I kid you not the last TWO MINUTES of the run though. It started sheeting rain really hard and the wind blew it sideways so I couldn't keep it out of the stroller. It was 70+ degrees so no harm done, I was just laughing that it waited until the very end to get my 19 month old wet.

Tuesday Swimming 1 hour

I swam a mile (35 laps) and then added 5-6 laps with the flippers and kickboard.

Monday Biking (while pulling a bike trailer) 50 minutes

That was hard workout! I got a bike trailer at a yard sale on Friday for $5. How cool is that? I just had to put on a new inner tube for one of the tires. It works awesome otherwise.

Saturday Trail Running 45 minutes + push ups

I did a short hard run on the hard trail at SIUE. I worked in 7 sets of 10 push ups (70 push ups total) since I only did one formal strength workout this week.

Friday Lawn Mowing 90 minutes

In 90 degree heat. Yuck!

Thursday Running 1 hour (while pushing the jogging stroller)

I think I got about 4 1/2 miles? I could see the turnaround point that would make it 5 miles total. So close! Yesterday was supposed to be my rest day, but moving a dryer out of the basement and moving the new dryer into the basement is suprisingly complicated and hard on the body! I might need another rest day tomorrow. Whew!

Tuesday Strength workout + Swimming (65 minutes total)

I did JM30DS Level 2 with 10 lb weights and extras with the 20 lb weights. I swam 20 laps in the evening as well.

Monday Trail Running 90 minutes

I missed my trail run on saturday due to having a cold that knocked me flat on my back for 2 1/2 days. Geesh! Today felt glorious and magical as a result of being cooped up I think. I missed nature I guess.

Thursday Biking 45 minutes

I got to bike in the prequel to a thunderstorm, which was a little too exciting maybe. I only got rained on for 2-3 minutes though. So much fun!

Wednesday Running 40 minutes (3 1/2 miles)

I got to run in the rain!

Tuesday Running 45 minutes ( 3 3/4 mile)

I added a BIG hill, which I think added 1/4 of a mile to the run? I'm trying to load up on protein and build some muscle this week, so I added the hill for extra strength training.

Monday JM 30 Ds Lvl 2 + Extras (35 minutes)

JM with 10 lb weights and the extras. The area under my right arm is still making push ups really difficult! Plus, I was tired today and did not feel like working out :P Heat maybe? Or Monday blahs?

Saturday Trail Running 70 minutes

I was hoping for 90 minutes, but I guess the heat index (108!) wore me down. I'm still sore from that slip n slide too, lol (upper body mostly).

Friday JM 30DS Lv.2 (25 minutes)

My body was trashed (slip n slide from yesterday?) I barely made it through this workout :P

Thursday Running 1 hour

40 minutes trail, 20 minutes paved. Then, I played with the kids on a slip n slide for another hour at my mom's house.

Wednesday Walking 1 hour

While pushing the two little kids in the double stroller.

Tuesday JM 30DS Lvl 2 + Extras (35 minutes)

I decided to do JM without watching Dexter on Netflix. Dexter has been a guilty pleasure of mine while I do JM, and I felt better today for NOT watching it. I guess I don't need the guilt of a guilty pleasure?

Also- one hour of weeding broken up over two 1/2 hour sessions. Since when did I get so busy I can't even weed for an hour straight anymore?

Monday Trail Running 55 minutes

Mud and spiderwebs, but otherwise a nice trail run.

Friday JM 30DS Lvl 2 (25 minutes)

With 10 lb weights. I was still hurting from the car repairs (especially on top of my biceps?) that I had to skip the "extras". Next week to resume!

Thursday Running 1 hour

40 minutes on trail and 20 minutes on paved. My "strength" workout for Tues and Wed was car repairs (mostly Tues) and taking the kids to the zoo on Wed. (while pushing the double stroller).

Monday Trail Running 60 minutes

20 minutes on the paved trail around the gardens at SIUE and 40 minutes on a dirt trail. It was an evening run, so I kept expecting the horseflies to show up and chase me, but they never did! Yay for a breezy horseflie free run.

Friday Running 50 minutes

Just 50 minutes on the watershed trail.

Thursday Running Hills 30 minutes

I only had time to run hills for 30 minutes. I needed to make it a short run anyway since I'm planning on doing a long run tomorrow (instead of Saturday).

Wednesday Swimming 55 minutes

I swam a mile first in 48 minutes (10 laps freestyle, 4 laps back stroke, 5 laps freestyle, 6 laps back stroke, 10 laps freestyle) and then did kick board work with flippers after that.

Tuesday JM 30DS lvl 2 + Extras (35 minutes)

JM with 10 lb weights and extras with 20 lb weights. I think I'm going to just try to stay with 2 strength workouts a week and call it good.

Monday Running 3 1/2 miles (40 minutes)

I felt crappy and tired today otherwise. I think I'm getting a cold :P I did manage to run errands with kids for over an hour today too though.

Saturday Trail Running 95 minutes

5 more minutes on to my long run! It was less hot today too, thank goodness.

Friday Kickboxing/Boxing+ JM 30DS Lvl 2 (45 minutes)

I beat the crap out of B.O.B. for 22 minutes and then jumped right into JM for strength (with 10 lb weights). I have never had that much trouble finishing a JM workout. That was a hard workout!

Thursday Running 3 1/2 miles (40 minutes)

I got to run in the morning because my mom came over early to watch the kids. It was still pretty warm and sunny feeling today though.

Wednesday Swimming 55 minutes

10 laps freestyle, 4 laps back stroke, 11 laps freestyle, 4 laps back stroke, 6 laps freestyle, 5-6 laps kickboard (with flippers). 40 laps total. I have not added kickboard laps in awhile, so that was nice. My neck was hurting from the JM + hands & knees floor scrubbing from yesterday, so I had to do less back stroke laps. It was a fun swim overall though.

Tuesday JM 30DS + Extras (35 minutes)

Level 2 with 10 lb free weights and extras (in the middle, not at the end this time) with the 20 lb weight. Plus, about an hour of deep cleaning (mostly floors).

Monday Running 40 Minutes (3 1/2 miles)

Fast for me! Much cooler and much nicer today for running.

Saturday Trail Running 90 minutes.

96 degrees (with 60% humidity!). I got overheated (shocking right?). I had to take my shirt off to make it back to my car. I have never taken my shirt off before while running. There wasn't anyone around and I was overheated, so whatever ;) I got my 90 minutes back for trail running though!

Thursday Running (60 minutes)

40 minutes on trail and 20 minutes on pavement. Gorgeous day for a run!

Wednesday JM 30DS + Extras (35 minutes)

JM with 10 lb weights and extras with the 20 lb weight. My upper body was not happy, but I pushed through like the superstar that I am ;)

Tuesday Swimming 50 minutes

I swam a mile again. 10 laps freestyle, 5 laps back stroke, 10 laps freestyle, 5 laps back stroke, 5 laps freestyle. Plus, chasing S & T around the library for TWO HOURS for the grand finale of the library reading program. I am one tired mama ;)

Monday JM 30DS + Extras (30 minutes)

JM with 10 lb weights and extra with 20 lb weight. Only 5 minutes of extras this time because my girly time is kicking my butt today :P

Saturday 1 hour trail running (HARD TRAIL)

Woot! I finally got a long run in again. I could not do my strength training yesterday because I felt sick to my stomach all afternoon. I may be developing a soy allergy (grrrrr).

Thursday Running (50 minutes)

While pushing the jogging stroller. My mom watched the older kids at the park so I could go running on a nearby paved trail. I then played watched the kids for another 45 minutes at the park.

Recap

I have been a very, very busy girl.  I went to Texas and saw Trent get married off, went to the beach, then came back and did the reception in Illinois, had Trent and Evonne for a week, and now have a couple of nephews here at my house.
I've done a lot of walking and swimming.  On vacation, I lost 3 lbs.  And then I fell down.  Again.  That's the bad news.  The good news is I didn't break the toe I hurt, it's just a bad contusion, and since they were x-raying anyway, we got a look at the other toe, and it's totally healed!  I still need to break it in gently, but I won't have to have surgery!  Score!  So, the recently injured one will need to be babied for about another week and a half.  No biggie.  Then, oh then!  It's GAME. ON.
The Almighty Liz

Swimming 50 minutes (1 mile)

10 laps freestyle
5 laps backstroke
5 laps freestyle
5 laps back stroke
10 laps freestyle 

Plus, walking with the kids while pushing the double stroller for about 45 minutes.

Tuesday JM 30DS + Extras (35 minutes)

30-35 minutes? JM with 10 lb weight and the extras with the 20 lb weight. Plus, about an hour hanging and taking down laundry from the clothes line today. My shoulders are killing me!

Monday Running 35 minutes (1/2 trail 1/2 paved)

It was a short fast run which left me dripping sweat (rare for me). The humidity was pretty stifling too.

Saturday Trail Running 30 minutes

It was hot and my feet were still hurting from DW. I called it good at 30 minutes.

Thursday Biking 55 minutes

Big E's mountain bike on the watershed trail.

Wednesday JM 30DS (25 minutes)

I'm trying to get back into working out. DW with 4 kids was pretty hard on my body, plus driving 16 hours straight to get home! Just another reminder that I'm no spring chicken anymore ;)

Friday Trail Running 55 minutes

The #2, 5, & 6 trails. Horseflies and mud again. I also loaded up the van for trip, which was 1/2 hour of strength work right there ;)

Wednesday Trail Running 1 hour

Still muddy, but less so. Also- less spiderwebs and the horseflies annoyed me less since I wore a hat.

Tuesday JM 30 DS + Extras 35 minutes

JM with 10 lb weights and the extras with the 20 lb weights. My shoulders are pretty angry at me about all the stuff. We have so much more to do this week to to get ready for vacation!

Walking....

Yesterday was walking, walking, and more walking.  And then, just to round it off, more walking!  We went shopping (STILL didn't find everything I need, I have to do more today), and then at Jonni's swim meet I was the starter's assistant.  Which meant that I walked up and down the length of the pool for 78 events!  We combined some of the events, but some were one length events, some were two, some were four, ect.  Lots and lots and LOTS of walking.  My.  Foot.  Hurts.  I swear, it's going to fall off.  I don't know how I'm going to dance at this wedding.  I guess I'll just have to be fabulous eye candy instead.
The Almighty Liz

Monday Running 3 miles (40 minutes)

Actually I have no idea how long it took. That was a guess. I spent two hours fixing our mower today which took something out of me.

Saturday

Saturday was, dare I say it?  Hell.  That's what it was.  I spent 7 HOURS in the mall looking for the things I need for the wedding.  My foot is STILL swollen.  And I have more I have to do today.  Ugh.
On the sunny side, I lost a couple of pounds last week.  When I wasn't paying particular attention to my points or anything, but trying to be mindful of my portions.  So, when I do really well on my points, I gain 4 pounds.  When I throw in the towel and say, "I have too much stress right now, I'll worry about this later", I lose 2 lbs.  What the what, body?!  Make up your mind!!
The Almighty Liz

Saturday Trail Running 1 hour

While being chased by horseflies, clearing spider webs, and slipping in the mud. It was not such a fun run today. I also skipped my 3rd strength workout of the week to spend 3-4 hours yesterday and today (total) to teach myself how to change the oil and drain the transmission fluid, which saved us about $200. My arms are totally trashed, so I know it was a good strength workout.

Thursday/Friday

Thursday ended up not being a shopping day because I was freaking tired, the kids were freaking tired, and we all just needed a day off.  So we took one.
I did, however, go on a 10ish minute walk with John and the dogs after the kids went to bed.  We were trying to get Pippin to poo because his belly was so bloated, so I also ran around in the back yard with him.  Not the wisest choice.  My toe was not happy.
Yesterday was supposed to be another shopping day, but with Pippin going to vet and figuring out that the bloatedness was actually part of a heart problem, I couldn't leave him yesterday.
So that means that today is going to be a colossal marathon shopping day because it is my last opportunity before we leave for Texas next week.  Bother.  Tonight when I get home will be filled with elevated feet, ice packs, and a movie.
The Almighty Liz

Thursday Running 1 hour

About 15 minutes on pavement and 45 minutes on trail. The display at Walgreens said 94 degrees about 20 minutes before I went running. Heat training! Because the best way to get used to running in the heat is well, to run in the heat!

Wednesday

Yesterday was more walking and shopping, this time for kids' wedding clothes.  (Btw, JcPenny's is THE place for little boy Sunday clothes.  A little pricey, but the quality!  The selection!  Also, in case you wanted to know, Kohl's is having an outrageously good sale on little girl dresses right now.  Some of the cutest dresses for like $12.)  Then I did more walking when I was volunteer for Erik's cub scout camp yesterday.  Today, I have big time sausage toe/foot, and it hurts.  And I have so much more I need to do!  Ugh, I'm sick of shopping.  And I love shopping!  So that tells you something right there.
The Almighty Liz

Wednesday Swimming 50 minutes

I swam 35 laps (1 mile). This clothes line business is hard on the arms! 3 loads in two days and it takes about 20 minutes to hang a load. I should be buff for the beach and Disney World at the end of the month though, lol.

Wednesday JM 30DS 25 minutes

I skipped the "extras" because my arms were too sore from all the clothes line laundry this week :P I'm hoping to do a short swim later.

Tuesday

I did go grocery shopping yesterday, and what's more, I was on a deadline, so I had to step it up as much as I could.  We did make our deadline, and my foot was pretty sore afterward.
It was such a hot day yesterday that we all went to the pool, and I did a few laps.  My earlier prediction about how horrible I would be?  I was pretty much right.  I did a little better than I thought I would, but not much, really.  I was able to do, I think, 3 or maybe 4 laps, with breaks at each length.  I'm sore today, so that counts, right? ;)
The Almighty Liz

Keepin' On

Last week after the Great Dress Hunt, and walking all over the mall on Thursday, I did a repeat with the Great Suit Hunt for John on Friday.  It wasn't as bad though, being much easier to find a black suit than a specific color dress in Jonni's size.  However, that was more walking around the mall, and by Saturday I was in agony.  So I stayed off the blasted foot for the most part on Saturday, (we did go to the pool), and altogether on Sunday.  Did a tiny bit of walking around Jonni's swim meet yesterday, and I'm sore again today.  I will probably do a little walking at, say, the grocery store, but nothing more than that today.
The Almighty Liz

Monday Running 40 minutes (3 1/2 miles)

Also- some gardening and I got to hang a clothesline for the first time in my life because our dryer broke. Boo for appliances going out!

Monday JM 30 DS + Extras (35 minutes)

With 10 lb and 20 lb weights.

Saturday Trail Running 50 minutes

Plus, 30 minutes of gardening. It was a nice evening run.

Friday JM 30DS + Extras (35 minutes)

Plus, yard sales with the kids where my 4 yr old sucked away all my energy with her devilish ways ;)

Blargh

So, it has not been a good time for Liz.  My toe has been broken for going on 18 weeks, and just. Will. Not. Heal.  We're at about 75% at this time.  I just saw my podiatrist on Monday.
That means I have been sitting on my rear for almost 18 weeks.  I haven't even been able to drive because it's on my right foot.  All that tone and muscle I worked so hard to get?  All that endurance that was painstakingly built?  All of the physical health that was painfully gathered over years of work?  Gone.  We are back at zero once again and I AM ANGRY.
My foot doc says though that part that IS healed is very strong and in no danger of re-breaking.  I can now slowly start to crawl my way back to normal activity, which for me means all my working out!  I can start with walking for a couple of weeks, then maybe biking, ect ect.  Very slowly because we are still not fully healed.  If I'm not any farther forward in two months, or I can't tolerate shoes (there is quite a bit of deviation with this one, it sticks out a lot), then surgery is then the only option.
That being the situation, and having much much much to do (and ado!) with the upcoming Trent and Evonne wedding and receptions, I have been doing my walking while shopping.  Yesterday it was a dress for me and a bridesmaid dress for Jonni.  Lots of walking in the mall.  Maybe a bit too much, as I have swollen sausage foot today.  So, I was going to do decorating shopping, but now I'm instead going to put the foot up to get the swelling and pain to go away.  But at least I can do some walking, and!, the all important driving.  (Mobility!  Yes!)  Also, I think I can get enough flexion in my foot to do some swimming.  (even though I'm feeling very self conscious about being in a suit, and about doing laps under the eyes of those oh so hot lifeguards having lost as much ground as I have.  Can you say gasping, struggling-to-finish-one-length, awful technique, all around terrible swimmer, folks?  Yep.  That will be me.)
And a huge apology to Timpani for not reading this blog much at all.  I've been hugely depressed at the amount of limitation I've had, and even thinking about this blog sent me into black dispair.  I'm determined to pull myself up by my boot straps though, so I will start looking on you as the inspiration you are from now on.  :)
The Determined to be Almighty Once Again Liz

Thursday Trail Running 75 minutes

mud mud mud muddy

Swimming 49 minutes (1 mile)

10 laps freestyle
5 laps backstoke
10 laps freestyle
5 laps backstoke
5 laps freestyle

Plus, walking with the kids while pushing the double stroller for about an hour.

Tuesday Running 68 minutes (5 1/2 miles)

It was raining (I love running in the rain) so I opted for a long run. Also- walked with the kids and chased my 4 yr old around the library during the reading program show.

Monday JM 30 DS Level 2 + Extras (35 minutes)

JM with 10 lb weights and extras with 20 lb weights.

Saturday Trail Running 45 minutes

I wanted to go for a long run today, but it started pouring down rain about 15 minutes before I got started. I did pretty good on a muddy trail and only had to put my hand down once.

Friday Double Workout Day! JM 30DS + Swimming (55 minutes total)

I did JM with 10 lb weights in the morning and swam 20 laps in the evening. In between, I walked around a neighborhood yard sale with all 4 kids for an hour. Busy day!

Thursday Running 55 minutes

45 minutes on a dirt trail. First day of the older kids being home and they are already driving me nuts!

Wednesday JM + Extras 30 minutes

10 lbs and 20 lbs.

Tuesday Running 4 1/2 miles (48 minutes)

Plus, I got up early, which is the hardest part ;)

Monday JM 30DS + Extras 30 minutes

JM with 10 lb weight plus extras with 20 lb weight. Plus TWO HOURS of walking while pushing the double stroller. We had to get out of the house for that long because I set of a bug fogger.

Trail Running 50 minutes

Plus, grocery shopping and then a party  BBQ later with all the kids. I wonder how much more running around I will do with that? ;)

Friday Swimming 30 minutes

20 laps of mixed up strokes. It was a nice swim.

Friday JM 30DS + Extras (30 minutes)

I did JM Level 2 with 10 lb weights and then some extras with the 20 lb weight. I skipped the shoulder work because I'm hoping to swim tonight.

Thursday Walking 90 minutes

While pushing the double stroller. My mom flaked on watching the kids, so I walked instead. I also pulled small trees for an hour today and and hour yesterday. I have some blisters on my hands but it feels so good to work in the yard again!

Wednesday JM 30DS + Extras (35 minutes)

Second strength workout of the week! Woot!

Tuesday Running 3 miles (38 minutes)

Hot humid sloooooowwww.

Monday JM 30 DS + Extras 35 minutes

Level 2 with 10 lb free weights and the extras with the 20 lb weight. It was pretty hard after the 80 push ups on Saturday, but not as hard as I thought it would be.

Saturday Trail running 1 hour 10 minutes

Plus 8 sets of 10 push ups. BECAUSE I RULE BABY!!!

Friday Trail Running 1 hour

Then discovered the baby was running a fever on the way home, so no swimming for the family tonight. Boo for sick babies!

Thursday Swimming 48 minutes (1 mile)

10 laps freestyle, 5 laps backstroke, 10 laps freestyle, 4 laps backstroke, 6 laps freestyle.

With some errands and yard sales thrown in today too.

Tuesday Running 3 1/2 miles (39 minutes)

While pushing the jogging stroller. Averaging 11 minute miles. Woot!

Also- about 30 minutes of yard work.

Tuesday JM 3DS Level 2 + Extras (35 minutes)

JM with 10 lb weights and extras with 20 lb weight.

Monday Walking 90 minutes

While pushing the double stroller. I need to do some strength workouts this week. I will try to find some time tonight, maybe ;)

Saturday Trail Running 1 hour 15 minutes

I did lots of long runs this week, which is awesome ;)

Friday Swimming 30 minutes

I wanted to do another strength workout, but I never did get up the energy for that earlier today. :P

Thursday Running 65 minutes (trail and paved)

45 minutes on a muddy trail (where I almost feel and did the splits at the same time, but managed to catch myself) and then another 20 minutes total getting out and then back in to my mom's subdivision. It's just easier to park at her house (while she watches the kids) and run to the trail from there.

Tuesday Running 4 1/2 miles (52 minutes)

While pushing the jogging stroller too! I just felt fast the whole way. Maybe because of cooler weather after a Spring heat wave?

Monday Swimming 30 minutes

The water felt so good after the hot muggy day today. The pool was super crowded, so I did 10 minutes of freestyle, 10 minutes backstroke, 10 minutes freestyle.

Monday JM 30 Day Shred Level 2 (25 minutes)

It was easier than I thought it would be since I took of formal strength training last week. I guess gardening keeps me strong!

Thursday Swimming 35 minutes

25 laps. I also did some garden stuff for about 1/2 hour.

Thursday Running 55 minutes (while pushing the jogging stroller)

I wanted to run and hour but the humidity was HORRIBLE. It felt like breathing mud. I actually wore a tank top under my t-shirt and had to take the t-shirt off so I could halfway normal. I also had a coughing fit that lasted 2-3 minutes because of all the pollens, I guess. I could hear someone mowing on the other side of the woods too.

Wednesday 1 hour walking + yard work

The walk was while pushing the double stroller. I'm doing raking, digging, and planting today for yard work. 1 hour of yard work so far, with more later.

Tuesday Running 40 minutes (3 1/2 miles)

I got up early too! I was not as wiped out as I thought I would be after 3 hours of yard work yesterday.

ETA- did another 1 1/2 hours of seed planting and weed whacking.

Monday Big Shovel Gardening 3 hours

I planted all the stuff ;)

Saturday Trail Running 1 hour

I got a bad cold that knocked me on my butt for two days and then I got the stomach flu that knocked me even farther down for another two days. I also walked on MOnday, but did not blog it. I was glad I was able to run for an hour today. I was a little worried about my electrolytes so I ate a calcium supplement and actually carried some powerade with me for once.

Saturday Running 30 minutes

On a paved trail. I just walked around yard sales with the kids for several hours yesterday. My girlie time is hitting me hard this time :P

Thursday Running 1 hour

20 minutes on the road (with big hills) and 40 minutes on the dirt trail. Now that mom is watching both the little kids, it's easier for me to just park at her house and run out of her neighborhood to get to the dirt trail. It's the part of the #3 trail that I discovered a few months ago.

Wednesday 1 hour walking

While pushing the double stroller. Plus, getting ready for S's minions party on Saturday.

Monday JM 30 Day Shred Level 2 + Extras (35 minutes)

I wanted to take all the kids for a walk on their last day of spring break, but S was being a total brat! I had to put her down for a nap and settle for a strength workout.

Saturday Trail Running 1 hour 10 minutes

Plus, some shopping. I went on the #4 trail in SIUE.

Friday swimming 30 minutes

20 laps. 5 freestyle, 5 back stroke, 5 freestyle, and 5 back stroke. And, I also sewed for 2 hours trying to make a quilt for S's birthday next week.

Friday JM 30DS + Extras (35 minutes)

Level 2 with 10 lb free weight and extras with the 20 lb weight. I did some moves standing up to take it easy on my back. Also- yard saling with 4 kids for an hour.

Thursday Trail Running 45 minutes

On the HARD trail. My legs were pretty tired from that hike yesterday too. I went to the left (as opposed to the right as usual) and it looks really different. I think I have not been on that side of the hard trail since the tornado hit last fall.

Wednesday Hiking 90 minutes

While pushing the baby in the jogging stroller. I also had to carry an almost 4 yr old for about 15-20 minutes in there too. She did really good until the last 30 minutes, which was more than I expected given her age. The two older kids helped some with the baby in the jogger while I was carrying their younger sister ;)

Tuesday Running 38 minutes (3 1/4 miles)

I felt pretty bushed the whole run (evening run) until the runner's high hit right at the end. Woohoo!

Monday JM 30 Day Shred Level 2 + Extras (40 minutes)

I did JM with 10 lb free weights. I skipped squat thrusts and did not crouch down as low for most of the motions to take it easy on my back. The extras took 15 minutes because I was also trying to take it easy with those moves.

ETA- I also vacuumed out my van for 20 minutes and have been doing laundry all day (with heavy lifting help from the older kids).

Saturday Walking 1 hour

While pushing the double stroller. It was a nice week to hurt my back as far as walking. The older kids went with me today as well (on skates and bikes).

Friday Swimming 30 minutes

20 laps. Plus, yard sales for about an hour today. I'm hoping to walk again tomorrow and then try running by Tuesday.

Thursday Walking 1 hour

While pushing the little kids in the double stroller. This nice weather is killing me because I want to work in the yard! Gaaaaarrrrrrrr!

Wednesday Walking 1 hour

While pushing the jogging stroller. I wish I could run, lol. My back does seem somewhat better so far today.

Tuesday Walking 90 minutes

I hurt my left lower back with helping pack up a house AND cleaning out all the heavy stuff in my basement for 2 hours on Sunday. I think I will be doing "good for you back" exercises only this week. I always forget that I need to take it easy since I have to carry a baby with me everywhere (which is hard on the back).

Monday Yoga

Yoga 45 minute, so tired had my husband post this.

Saturday Trail Running 50 minutes

Plus, helping Big E's Aunts pack up his grandma's house. Sad day :(

Friday Swimming 30 minutes (20 laps)

I'm still tired today and my arms are killing me. It took me thirteen laps for my arms to warm up enough to stop hurting.

Thursday Running 4+ miles HILLS (50 minutes)

I came home and the ceiling collapsed in Big E's bathroom. That was not what I had planned for this afternoon. It took 2 hours to fix and my upper body is TRASHED. I'm not sure if I will be able to swim tomorrow as I had planned or not.

Wednesday JM 30 Day Shred Level 2 + Extras (35 minutes)

JM with the 10 lb weight and extras with the 20 lb weight. I finally remembered to include some chest presses. It was harder today! I think it's because I just did it on MOnday. Whipping myself back in shape for the strength workouts I guess. Also- teaching myself how to quilt on a machine.

Tuesday Running 3+miles (38 minutes)

My time is improving (I think last time it was 42 minutes). I'm battling a nasty headache, but I'm still going to try to walk with the little kids in the double stroller later. ETA- Walked for 1 hour with the little kids in the double stroller.

Monday JM Level 1 + Extras (35 minutes)

With 10 lb free weights.

Plus, an hour walking with the little kids in the double stroller. It makes my back feel so much better when I get to walk now! I will weigh myself on Saturday to see if any progress has been made on that front.

Saturday Trail Running 70 minutes

I was still sore from chasing S around a funeral home for several hours on Thursday night. I'm pooped this week.

Thursday Running 35 minutes

On a paved trail. Too busy for a longer run as we are going to do funeral stuff for Big E's grandma tonight :(

Wednesday JM 30 DS Level 2 + extras (35 minutes)

I did JM with the 10 lb weights and the extras with the 20 lb weights. It's been awhile, but it felt great.

For next time- work in more push ups.

ETA- Also walked while pushing the little kids in the double stroller for 45 minutes.

Tuesday Running 3 1/2 miles (42 minutes)

I woke up early too. I had to take yesterday off because of upper body pain. I'm guessing JM and swimming on Friday was the culprit.

Saturday Trail Running (1 hour 15 minutes)

I've actually lost a little weight too the last 3-4 weeks! Five pounds total so far. I hope it can keep coming off.

Swimming 30 minutes (20 laps)

and, I'm done ;)

Also- I went to my doctor last week and found out my resting heart rate is down to 54. Score!

Friday JM 30 Day Shred Level 2 (25 minutes)

With 10 lb free weights. I might swim tonight too, but I'm pretty worn out today.

Thursday Running 1 hour (while pushing the jogging stroller)

I took yesterday off for girlie time. I did put up a really tough shelf yesterday though (which took me AN HOUR).

Tuesday JM 30 Day Shred + Walking (90 minutes)

I did JM with 10 lb free weights and I walked for a little over an hour while pushing the double stroller. It was windy while I was walking so I think I got some resistance in there too. I think all this walking is helping my hip problems? Fingers crossed!

Monday Running 5 miles (65 minutes)

I wanted to do JM today, but I woke up with a wicked crick on the left side of my neck. Big E had to take off work because his grandma passed away today. I went for a run instead after he got back from comforting relatives. 3rd long run in 5 days! My hips are doing great, but my feet may never forgive me ;)

Saturday Trail Running 1 hour

With V tagging along. Second long run this week!

Next week- I'm hoping to get in three strength workouts and three runs. I might have to skip my long swim to get it all in though.

Friday Walking + Swimming (90 minutes)

1 hour walking (total) while pushing a jogging stroller.

30 minutes lap swimming (20 laps). I mixed up freestyle and backstroke all over the place.

Thursday Running 5 miles (1 hour 5 minutes)

Good time for how slow I've been lately. Plus FIVE MILES BABY!

Tuesday Running 3 1/4 miles (39 minutes)

I might do the ex bike later. 

I wanted to replace my tub faucet today, but three different hardware stores last night did not carry the type of faucet needed for clawfoot bathtubs. Curses! 

Plus- walking while pushing the jogging stroller for an hour. It was too nice to stay inside!

Monday Walking 90 minutes

While pushing the double stroller with two kids in it. Sun therapy!

Also- some small home improvement stuff and some yard work.

Saturday Trail Running 1 hour

Super muddy trail today! Still easier than running in snow though.

Plus, party day fun for Q ;)

Thursday JM 30 Day Shred Level 2 (25 minutes)

With 10 lb free weights. I'm going to add back in the "extra 10 minutes" next week. Plus, deep cleaning all day.

Wednesday Running 3 miles (36 minutes)

My left hip made me go home after 3, although I wanted to run 4. I was up most of the night off and on too. T is weaning himself this week it seems. It's making me sad since he is my last baby :( Also, two weeks of dieting and not a single pound lost.

Tuesday Swimming 1 mile (48 minutes)

It might have been 47 minutes?

10 laps freestyle
5 laps back stroke
5 laps freestyle
5 laps back stroke
10 laps freestyle

Then, I took two small children to the grocery store. I'm pretty tired now ;)

Monday Exercise Bike 30 minutes

I'm still trying to fit in at least one exercise bike session a week because it makes my knees feel so much better. I'm hoping to swim tomorrow too.

Monday JM 30 DS (25 minutes)

With 10 lb free weights. I skipped the extras at the end to ease back into strength workouts.

Saturday Trail Running 1 hour

Much easier without snow!

Friday Swimming 30 minutes

I did 5 laps freestyle, 5 laps back stroke, 5 laps freestyle, 5 laps mixing it all up (20 laps total). I also worked on my car and house for about 2 hours today and my upper body is TRASHED. I'm dieting this week and I have not lost a single pound. I'm feeling very murderous about it ;)

Thursday Running 3 1/2 miles (44 minutes)

I took the longer route this time to make sure and get 3 1/2 (I will get 4 again soon for my short runs! I will!). I also got up early, to make that twice this week. Go me! I'm pretty proud of myself when I do the early days. I'm also pretty tired on those days too though. The older kids are off school tomorrow, so I get to sleep in tomorrow. Woot!

Weednesday Swimming 1 mile (47 minutes)

That's one minute better than last week! I did 10 laps freestyle, 5 laps back stroke, 5 laps freestyle, 5 laps back stroke, 10 laps freestyle. Plus, laundry day!

Tuesday Running 3+ miles (40 minutes)

It was cold and I was slow this morning. I'm hoping to get up early on Thursday too when it will be REALLY cold.

Monday Exercise Bike + Push Ups (30 minutes)

Just a light workout because I'm doing a bunch of car repair/home improvement stuff lately and my upper body is protesting.

Saturday Trail Running 35 minutes

I got three runs this week too! Woot!

Thursday Running 40 minutes (3 1/2 miles)

I definitely think I got 3 1/2 miles this times because the rain made me have to cross over the road about a dozen times. I also got up early AND ran in the rain. BECAUSE I RULE BABY!

Wednesday Swimming 48 minutes (1 mile)

That was slower than last week, but I added some more back stroke laps so I'm happy with the time altogether.

It went 10 laps freestyle, 5 laps back stroke, 10 laps freestyle, 5 laps back stroke, 5 laps freestyle.

Tuesday Running 3+ miles (38 minutes)

I think I got maybe 3 1/4 to 3 1/2 miles? I was running pretty fast for me. The roads were icy! I was a little scared in some places. I finally bought a reflective vest so I felt safer running in the road without getting creamed.

Monday Exercise Bike + Push Ups (40 minutes)

I did 5 sets of 10 push ups again (50 push ups). I felt pretty good. I'm still extra tired from the antibiotics though. I remember now why I put off getting on antibiotics for so long!

Saturday Trail Running 35 minutes

Also, 3 hours of mall shopping with my honey. As I thought, the antibiotics are kicking my trash. I'm going to try and workout 3-4 times this week instead of 6.

Thursday Running 3 1/2ish miles (40 minutes)

I also ran errands with kids all day. I had to take two little children to Walgreen's Take Care Clinic to finally get on some antibiotics for this stupid sinus infection.

Yesterday on my "rest day" I installed a new wing mirror and took out an old bathroom sink/faucet. My upper body is pretty sore from all that (about 2 1/2 hours total).

Disaster, Will Robinson!

Well, the week started off decent.  I weighed on Monday, and hadn't lost, but didn't gain, and my girly time is coming any minute, so I'm totally fine with that.  I went to Zumba on Monday, and it was a totally awesome workout.  I planned on going to Zumba yesterday as well, but...I freaking fell down and wrecked my hip a bit, and broke my toe in a most spectacular fashion.  Second worst break I've ever had.  So, that's it for working out for at least four weeks, and maybe six.  Depends on how fast I heal, and we all know that isn't very.
BUT, I won't slack off in the losing weight department.  I am determined to get to my goal of 25, or until I fit into my skinny clothes, whichever comes first.  I might be disqualified from the weight loss challenge, I'm waiting to find out, but even if I am, I will not lose my resolve!
(Besides, I'm not going to have much to do for awhile.  I can't put any weight at all on this currently, and it's my right foot, so I won't be able to drive for a good long time.  >:(   I might as well turn my whole focus on eating right. :P )
The Almighty Liz

Tuesday Swimming 1 mile (46 minutes)

Stupid blogger ate my post from yesterday! I did 5 sets of 10 pushups yesterday (50 total), so I though soreness from that would slow me down today. NOPE! I did awesome today. Now, tomorrow.... ;)

Monday Exercise Bike + push ups (40 minutes)

Saturday Trail Running 1 hour

I also did a longer cool down (15 minutes). Powder snow is much harder to run in then packed snow! I did not realize that until I was about 40 minutes into the run (the way back). My hip is fine, but I think me and my groin muscles are going to have to skip the Jillian Michaels this week and stick to lower impact exercises.

Crazy Week

This week has been a week of minor injuries.  I'm fine now, but I had to nurse a couple of things for a couple of days.  I fell down the stairs.  I twisted my knee (a little), slightly stretched a muscle in my back, and wrenched my shoulder pretty good.
However, only little things, so I was feeling good by yesterday.  I went to Zumba!  She had to cancel class on Tuesday due to weather, so she had a special 2 HOUR class yesterday!  It was awesome and felt great.  I slept really hard this morning, completely missing getting the kids ready for school (John did it and let me sleep because he's a-m-a-z-i-n-g).  Knee only twinged a bit, back is fine, and shoulder is sore.  Overall, totally okay.
Weighed in Monday by myself, and yesterday at Zumba, and have lost 2.2 lbs!  So far, that's 7 since the beginning of January.  :D
Also this week, I had a cardiologist appt that went really well!  No increase in scar tissue, very little leakage and overall the heart looks good.  My doc didn't like that I had gained weight, but I told him I had already lost some, so he's confident that I have it under control.  He also wants me to go from working out 1-2x a week to at least 3, and he'd be happier with 4-5.  So I'll make those necessary changes.  I brought him pics of me at the finish line of a 5k and the triathlon, and he LOVED that!  :D  It was overall a good check up.
The Almighty Liz

Taking a Week Off

Until Saturday. My left hip is crying "uncle" and it got both my groin muscles to scream the same thing. I'm antsy already!

Saturday Running 1 hour (5 miles)

I RAN 5 MILES IN AN HOUR, IN THE RAIN!! I opted for pavement today because I figured the rain would turn the trail into one big muddy slip n slide.

Friday JM 30 Day Shred Workout 3 + Extras (35 minutes)

I feel more sore this week for some reason. I would also like winter to die. It's so tiring.

Thursday Swimming 48 minutes (1 MILE)

I'm getting a total rush from being able to swim a MILE again. I was more comfortable dropping the kids off with the drop in daycare at the Y too. It's weird how little stuff like that can make me so anxious/nervous. I know some of it is the PPD, but geesh. It just makes me feel silly sometimes.

Catching Up

Over the weekend, there was much eating out.  I had my friend Jess visiting, and we went out and showed her the town!  (she's not from St. Louis)  I did fairly well there with my eating.  Not awesome and perfect, but definitely in the realm of just fine.

Monday's eating was a step above that, although not perfect.  I didn't get any work outs in, it was my friend's last day.

Yesterday I did an hour of Zumba (Timpani, you should TOTALLY check it out because it IS fun!!!).  I also did perfect with my eating.  The $$ for the weight loss challenge is now over $1000.  *strangling noise*  I must win!!  I weighed in and lost 1.8 lbs!  (I'm calling that 2)  My hard work last week paid off!  I also signed up for a month of unlimited classes for Zumba, which means I can go as many as three times a week.  There is another Zumba instructor if I want to go more, but if I feel like I need more work outs, I think I should do Jillian, Pilates abs, or go for a run.
The Almighty Liz

Tuesday JM 30 Day Shred Level 2 + extras (35 minutes)

Also- cleaning for an hour or so today. I had to skip working out yesterday because I was so sore from taking a 1/2 hour walk and then hand washing our newly acquired car and my van. I don't usually do that stuff on Sunday, but it was going to be the only nice day for awhile and I needed some sun therapy! Who knew hand washing cars for a few hours was so hard on the body though? I'll have to remember that one.

Saturday Trail running 1 hour

I only ran twice this week, but at least I ran an hour today . Oh well, I guess that's winter for you. Next week looks fun too with super cold temps :P The trail oscillated between icy and muddy. It was also really gusty out, which made me fear that a branch was going to come falling down on me at any moment. There was actually a big sounding tree branch that snapped just as I got on the dirt part of the trail. I have no idea how big it was because it was over a little rise, but it was loud enough to scare the crap out of me!

Thursday

I did Zumba yesterday!  It's still really hard.  I run out of gas about 2/3 of the way in, so I can't go as all out as I want, but I don't quit!  Still pretty sore, but not as badly as I thought I would be, so definitely progress there. :)
I also ate very well yesterday.  Two days in a row, booyah!
The Almighty Liz

Thursday JM 30 Day Shred Level 2 + Extras (35 minutes)

I did Level 2 again because I wanted to watch TV more while I worked out, and Level 2 has more standing up moves. I also modified the workout to just do mostly standing up moves. I used 10 lb weights for JM and 20 lbs for the extras . Running Wednesday instead of Tuesday threw off my week. Also, going crazy trying to find a decent car for Big E, plus the kids getting all these snow days, threw off my week as well.

Wednesday

Yesterday I didn't get a workout in because I have company and we were really busy.  I did, however, take the dog on a walk.  Not a very long walk because of the weather (snowy and freezing), but at least it was something.  Also, I was perfect with my eating.
The Almighty Liz

Tuesday

I went to Zumba last night!  I am very very sore.  I was still aching from last Saturday, and now it's just so much worse, lol!
I also weighed in for the weight loss challenge, and I gained a pound and a half.  Boo.  So, I'm going to work really hard this week on my eating, and make an appt with my therapist.
The Almighty Liz

Wednesday Running 3 miles (38 minutes)

No sunrise today.  It was also COLD. Brrrrrr.

Monday Swimming 30 minutes

I got 20 laps in though before I started to feel not so good. Stressful day :P

Monday JM 30 day shred Level 2 + extras (35 minutes)

JM with 10 lb weights and then extras with the 20 lb weight. I was still sore from cleaning my mom's house on Saturday, so I scaled it back to Level 2 of JM. Also- walked for an hour yesterday for some sun therapy. Stressful week!

I'm Home!

I had a great vacation!  I got Tracey really good, she had no idea I was coming!  We had a fantastic weekend, did lots of fun things, ate some amazing food, and just soaked each other up.  It was awesome.

I did do Zumba on Saturday morning (which PROVES how much I love that woman).  She is one tough instructor!!  Lots of toning mixed with the cardio, and I am still sore.  Great workout.

I did okay with my eating.  Overindulged on the cake maybe, but I didn't really overeat.

I weighed in this morning and have gained 2 pounds.  However, *TMI alert!*, I haven't pooped in five days , so I'm guessing that has something to do with it.  Picking up a laxative today, because boy howdy, do I feel awful.

I have a friend coming to stay with us for a week today, so there will be much cleaning going on until she gets here.  I'm not sure I will have time to fit a workout in, but I will definitely do Zumba tomorrow.  (plus, I just feel yucky.  today's focus will be on getting things moving.  eating is becoming...unpleasant. :( )

The Almighty Liz

Saturday Trail running (40 minutes)

The trail was kind of icy and crappy. I then went and cleaned my mother's house for 2 1/2 hours.

Friday JM 30 Day Shred Level 3 + Extras (35 minutes)

JM with 1/2 10 lb weights and 1/2 5 lb weights. I did the extras with 20 lb weights. I had some trouble with the travelling push ups this time. I had to do almost all of them from the knees.

Thursday Swimming 45 minutes

I was a little nervous today because this was my first time dropping the kids off at the drop in daycare at the YMCA. They do not start until the kids turn 1, and T just turned 1. Well, there were two ladies and one of the ladies laid into me because I did not have shoes for T! She said it was a safety issue or something. The other lady was much nicer and just said have him wear shoes next time. It totally threw me off, and it made me a nervous. But, that was the worst part. I decided that since I was paying a whole $1 per kid to have my kids watched while I swam that I should go for a mile of swimming. I only had 45 minutes to swim (because with changes of clothing I wanted to keep the entire thing under an hour). I managed to get that mile in though! IN 45 MINUTES NO LESS! Go me!

Eating

Yesterday I spent all day getting ready for my vacation that I'm leaving on today.  Which means I did some good housework, yay me!
I also did well eating, despite the fact that I started my period.  My diet always takes a huge hit when I start, especially the first 2-3 days, so if I can do well here at the start, get over that hump, the rest of my period will be easy.  I am going on vacation (to see my friend Tracey in Ohio, who when she comes to visit, you HAVE to meet her, Timpani!), so I'll have to be extra vigilant when it comes to my diet.  Especially because we are going to be eating out a lot.  There is a good side though, because Tracey is vegan, so the places we'll be eating will have more healthy choices than usual.  I will try to post everyday because that's a good way for me to be accountable and keep track of things.
Also, I will be doing Zumba on Saturday even if I feel like death.  Tracey is an instructor and she teaches a class on Saturday morning, and so help me I am going to support her, dang it!
The Almighty Liz

Wed JM 3DS Level 3 + Extras (35 minutes)

I did pretty poorly on the Level 3 moves, but I still did the extras with the 20 lb weight. Go me! Tired this week though :P

Zumba!

Last night I did an hour of Zumba.  Let me tell you something, my instructor has really stepped her game of late!  I'm totally sore!  She's started working in a lot of toning as well as upping the cardio and whew!  It's a hard workout!
I ate very well yesterday and Monday.  I'm pretty sure, actually, that I didn't eat all of my points yesterday.  Not on purpose, though.  I was just thinking about it this morning, and if I'm remembering correctly, I had about 5 left.  I'll keep an eye on that in the future.
I also joined my Zumba class's weight loss challenge.  You have three months to lose weight, and who ever loses the highest % of their body weight takes the pot.  Said pot sits at over $700 right now, and there's still the rest of the week for people to sign up.  If I can manage to lose 20 lbs in the next three months, that's around 15% of my weight.  The last winner lost a little over 12%, so I think I might have a shot.  That's motivation anyway, for sure! :D
The Almighty Liz

Tuesday Running 3 miles (36 minutes)

I was pretty speedy this morning (for me). I also really enjoyed watching the sunrise this morning. It's becoming the nicest part of getting up early to run for me. Who knew that I would become one of those freaks who not only gets up early just to run but also enjoys the sunrise? ;)

ETA- I FINALLY lost 3 lbs. 10 more to go! I think I will just push myself really hard this month and hope to see some results. I'm sick of this last 10 lbs. I just want to be 180ish again where I was happy. I'm not asking to be "skinny" or anything.

Monday Weigh-In and Misc

I got sick.  It ran through my family, and I was the last victim.  And it sucked.
Before I got sick, though, I did go to Zumba a couple of times, and had walked the dog.  Also, on the housekeeping front, I am making strides.  I have been sick for a little over a week, though.  Yesterday was the first day I felt truly well.  However, today while trying to lift something heavy, I twirked my back a little.  No working out today, then.

I weighed in at 143.  That's actually a couple of pounds down from two weeks ago, when I weighed in at 146.  That is officially 22 lbs gained in the past year.  But now I'm 3 lbs down.  I am finding this increasingly difficult, however, and I think it's time to call my therapist to see if we can work on the over eating.  I just don't know how to handle it, and the guilt I encounter every time I put something in my mouth is becoming unbearable.  Time to seek professional help.

I didn't screw my back up too badly, so I'm pretty confident I'll be able to work out tomorrow.  Probably Zumba.  That is something I enjoy, so while I'm trying to get back into this fitness thing, that's what I'm going to focus on instead of things I dread, like running or weight lifting.  (swimming would be something else I enjoy, but there's not freaking a pool near me)  Also, the added weight makes it hard to run.  When I was only 10 lbs heavier it had become very difficult.  I can't imagine what it would be like 22 (or 18 I guess) lbs heavier.  So, focus on Zumba, and lose a little weight before I jump back into running.
I dread what my cardiologist is going to say this year.  My check-up is looming.  :(
The Almighty-ish Liz

Shout-Out!

Props to Timpani!  You are so awesome, and such an inspiration!!
However, for running in the snow, I do have to come to the conclusion that you are also NUTS.
The Almighty Liz

Monday JM 30 Day Shed Level 3 (25 minutes)

With some 5 lb weights and some 10 lb (but level 3 mostly uses body weight for resistance anyway). I'm still plugging along. I think Level 3 is getting me better results in the upper body lately. I might stick with it until I can do it all without going to my knees and with 10 lb weights.

Friday and Saturday Swimming + Running (65 minutes total)

Friday- swam laps for 30 minutes
Saturday- trail running through horrible slushy snow for 35 minutes.

Thursday JM Banish Fat Boost Metabolism 45 minutes

Too much snow for running! Also, I wished cabin fever burned calories.

Wednesday JM 30 day shred level 3 + extras (35 minutes)

I'm still getting better at some of the moves, but I had to do some plank/push up moves on my knees. I do about 1/2 of the workout with the 5 lb weights, and 1/2 with the 10 lb weight. I'm still using the 20 lb weights at the end. I also had to listen to a crying baby for most of the workout. He has a bad diaper rash and he is not happy about it.

Tuesday Exercise Bike + Yoga (60 minutes)

30 minutes each. I think I might call this the "easy on the joints" workout. I will do JM tomorrow and get up early to run on Thursday.

Monday JM 30 Day Shred Level 3 + extras (35 minutes)

I'm still having trouble with some of the push up moves on Level 3. The extras were with the 20 lb weight.

Saturday Trail Running 50 minutes (in the snow!!!)

I did the #2 and the #6 trail twice and the #5 trail once. The snow was harder packed today and less sloppy with slush and mud like last time. A very fun run!

Friday Swimming 35 minutes

10 minutes breast stroke
10 minutes freestyle
10 minutes back stroke
5 minutes freestyle

I wanted to swim 45-50 minutes, but I got some major vertigo so I had to stop. Stupid sinus issues. Grrrrr.

Friday Swimming 35 minutes

10 minutes breast stroke
10 minutes freestyle
10 minutes back stroke
5 minutes freestyle

I wanted to swim 45-50 minutes, but I got some major vertigo so I had to stop. Stupid sinus issues. Grrrrr.

Thursday JM 30 Day Shred Level 3 + Extras (35 minutes)

I used mostly 5 lb weights, but some 10 lb weights for JM and the 20 lb weight for the extras.

Wednesday Trail Running 50 minutes

On the hard trail. I went right this time and had tons of fun.