So you'll never guess what!
I ran 4, yes 4, miles on Tuesday night. In a very respectable time of 45 minutes, which I was bloomin' proud of I tell ya.
On the down side I now have a hole in my skin where my sports bra rubs...oops!
But still, 4 miles. I can't believe it! I mean, I could barely run the length of myself a few months ago. So to run (interval training) for 4 miles is amazing! Plus we did 4 minute runs the whole way, with either a 1 or 2 min walk! I was so chuffed.
The downside - the manfriend now wants me to run it again on Friday groan...
However, I have also been sliding into my old unhealthy habits. Tonight and last night I just had toast for dinner, and rolls for lunch. The carb fest is becoming a daily problem again.... I really don't want to waste the work I've put in so far.
I got my bikinis through from H&M and I have to say I love em. Probably cause I look so good in them. This is a massive psychological step for me, cause lets face it its just underwear you wear in public...
Must keep going for the holiday.
Target 11lbs to go in 6 weeks...thats tough, but not unachieveable.
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- crazechickadee
- I am a contradiction, a thoughtful contradiction. I have thoughts, and I want to share them. I am a blogger....
Wednesday, 29 August 2012
Monday, 27 August 2012
Pounding the pavements
Hey all!
Its been a while since an update, and well, there hasn't been much going on. I've kinda came off the Dukan, I found it really difficult to do long term, and the restrictions meant I was seriously binging at the weekend. Since I now allow myself some carbs during the week I don't find I go mental at the weekend - like a wee carb monster.
The Dukan has taught me to think more about my carb intake though. As an under active thyroid sufferer (although its not really suffering to be honest) I am supposed to have a lower carb diet anyway, because my body doesn't process the energy the same. Carbs have a lot of energy, slow release stuff, but my body turns energy into fat, and doesn't burn fat the same way (or rate) as someone with a normal functioning thyroid (lucky beggers you are!). So I have learned to not rely on carbs too much to make a meal - choosing wraps instead of rolls for example, is a great way to get the carbs down at lunchtime.
I am however still losing weight - last weeks weigh in was a fabulous 11st 6lbs. I am UNDER 11 and a half. Ok, only just under - but still under. I think I was about 18 the last time I was this weight, and I am empowered to keep going.
I have been running 2-3 times a week for a few weeks now. I was even dragged out on a Sunday (yes a Sunday) morning with my manfriend. Managed just under 6 miles on interval training - with a massive total of 40mins running!! If you had told me even a few weeks ago I would run 40mins I would ask what drugs you're on. I was really proud of myself for managing that amount, even if part of it was to show off a bit to the manfriend.
Another thing I did which I don't normally do is run with music. I used to run with music on my own, but since I started running with friends from work I stopped. Its a bit anti-social you know? But I was so self-conscience running with my manfriend I took my ipod (he also gave me headphones - as mine have done a total runner), but I figured this way I wouldn't have to talk to him, and he took his so he couldn't hear me struggling for breath (not the sexiest look). Wither having music made me run further (more than once I told myself, "just get to the end of the song!") I don't know, but I will maybe test the theory with the girls. Even running with music, I still felt better having someone with me.
I have a feeling that will not be the first time I am dragged from my bed on a Sunday morning!
Its been a while since an update, and well, there hasn't been much going on. I've kinda came off the Dukan, I found it really difficult to do long term, and the restrictions meant I was seriously binging at the weekend. Since I now allow myself some carbs during the week I don't find I go mental at the weekend - like a wee carb monster.
The Dukan has taught me to think more about my carb intake though. As an under active thyroid sufferer (although its not really suffering to be honest) I am supposed to have a lower carb diet anyway, because my body doesn't process the energy the same. Carbs have a lot of energy, slow release stuff, but my body turns energy into fat, and doesn't burn fat the same way (or rate) as someone with a normal functioning thyroid (lucky beggers you are!). So I have learned to not rely on carbs too much to make a meal - choosing wraps instead of rolls for example, is a great way to get the carbs down at lunchtime.
I am however still losing weight - last weeks weigh in was a fabulous 11st 6lbs. I am UNDER 11 and a half. Ok, only just under - but still under. I think I was about 18 the last time I was this weight, and I am empowered to keep going.
I have been running 2-3 times a week for a few weeks now. I was even dragged out on a Sunday (yes a Sunday) morning with my manfriend. Managed just under 6 miles on interval training - with a massive total of 40mins running!! If you had told me even a few weeks ago I would run 40mins I would ask what drugs you're on. I was really proud of myself for managing that amount, even if part of it was to show off a bit to the manfriend.
Another thing I did which I don't normally do is run with music. I used to run with music on my own, but since I started running with friends from work I stopped. Its a bit anti-social you know? But I was so self-conscience running with my manfriend I took my ipod (he also gave me headphones - as mine have done a total runner), but I figured this way I wouldn't have to talk to him, and he took his so he couldn't hear me struggling for breath (not the sexiest look). Wither having music made me run further (more than once I told myself, "just get to the end of the song!") I don't know, but I will maybe test the theory with the girls. Even running with music, I still felt better having someone with me.
I have a feeling that will not be the first time I am dragged from my bed on a Sunday morning!
Tuesday, 7 August 2012
The Secret is Exercise!
Went out for a second run today with the girls. Another 25 mins interval training, total of 18mins actual jogging! I know - 18mins! I am well proud of myself!
Then, just to be solid, I came home and did a 20 minute express kettlebell workout! My wee arms were aching trying to dry myself after my shower. Think I'll be feeling this heavily tomorrow :s
I am genuinely enjoying going out and doing the running again. I had tried it before (as my avid blog fans will know) and attempted to follow the NHS couch to 5k programme, but I never got past week 5 when it is up at the 3x5mins level - could never, never, do the last one! But being out with the girls we are currently running 2x4mins, then 2x3mins, then finishing on a 4min - I never thought I could manage that! Running with others definitely pushes you a bit harder, you don't want to be the one to give up, to slow down, and it turns out I can push through those last few minutes.
So tomorrow is most certainly a rest day, then we are running again thursday after which I am back into pole class.
Hate to say it, but this exercise thing is alright!
Then, just to be solid, I came home and did a 20 minute express kettlebell workout! My wee arms were aching trying to dry myself after my shower. Think I'll be feeling this heavily tomorrow :s
I am genuinely enjoying going out and doing the running again. I had tried it before (as my avid blog fans will know) and attempted to follow the NHS couch to 5k programme, but I never got past week 5 when it is up at the 3x5mins level - could never, never, do the last one! But being out with the girls we are currently running 2x4mins, then 2x3mins, then finishing on a 4min - I never thought I could manage that! Running with others definitely pushes you a bit harder, you don't want to be the one to give up, to slow down, and it turns out I can push through those last few minutes.
So tomorrow is most certainly a rest day, then we are running again thursday after which I am back into pole class.
Hate to say it, but this exercise thing is alright!
Monday, 6 August 2012
Dukan? well you see....
there is a story behind this, a story known as the weekend!
I have not been...ehm....stringent on the diet as of late.
First of all I went to Paris for the weekend, and had a fair amount of pomme frites; and bread, pasta and of course pudding. Although alcohol was kept to a fair minimum overall! On the other hand, I also walked, literally, for miles. All of over Paris, and of course all through Disney land (we had a 6 year old with us it was cool).
Came back and weighed myself finding I had lost a massive 3lbs!! Go me...
Then last weekend, well lets just say my "diet partner" has not exactly encouraged me to stay on the straight and narrow at this time. Bought me Indian on Friday night and ploughed me with wine. Then Saturday we had rolls for breakfast. I then had me amazing friend Jenny's surprise birthday dinner which was a Chinese, cake and alcohol. Sunday more rolls (hangover) and pizza and garlic bread for dinner.
The damage....4lbs on!
Oi!
On a positive note though, Paris was the first holiday I have had in a long time where I genuinely felt really good about my body. I am not were I want to be yet, but I did feel comfortable in my clothes for the first time in a while. City breaks are great, not prancing about in a bikini (which is effectively a bra and pants, lets face it) in front of strangers for a start. But I could feel a major difference in my energy levels and I felt great in my summer clothes (some of which were quite tight tbh). Even down to the amount I sweated, I know its not a nice topic, and Paris was not sweltering, but I didn't get that all over uncomfortable perspiration that comes with being over weight as well. I felt really good about myself, and didn't once feel fat.
So today I am back on the straight and narrow (altho the diet partner had pasta for lunch...fs man!) I had my oatbran porridge for breakfast, 2lts of water, butternut squash soup for lunch (was v yummy) and a bowl of cereal for dinner. Went out with my very good friend Karen for some interval running (I say running...jogging, barely) and we managed a total of 18mins, with 1 min intervals of walking. Grand total of 35mins movement! Not bad I'd say!!
the goal - 1 stone off for my holiday in October - I have a white bikini to get into!!!
I have not been...ehm....stringent on the diet as of late.
First of all I went to Paris for the weekend, and had a fair amount of pomme frites; and bread, pasta and of course pudding. Although alcohol was kept to a fair minimum overall! On the other hand, I also walked, literally, for miles. All of over Paris, and of course all through Disney land (we had a 6 year old with us it was cool).
Came back and weighed myself finding I had lost a massive 3lbs!! Go me...
Then last weekend, well lets just say my "diet partner" has not exactly encouraged me to stay on the straight and narrow at this time. Bought me Indian on Friday night and ploughed me with wine. Then Saturday we had rolls for breakfast. I then had me amazing friend Jenny's surprise birthday dinner which was a Chinese, cake and alcohol. Sunday more rolls (hangover) and pizza and garlic bread for dinner.
The damage....4lbs on!
Oi!
On a positive note though, Paris was the first holiday I have had in a long time where I genuinely felt really good about my body. I am not were I want to be yet, but I did feel comfortable in my clothes for the first time in a while. City breaks are great, not prancing about in a bikini (which is effectively a bra and pants, lets face it) in front of strangers for a start. But I could feel a major difference in my energy levels and I felt great in my summer clothes (some of which were quite tight tbh). Even down to the amount I sweated, I know its not a nice topic, and Paris was not sweltering, but I didn't get that all over uncomfortable perspiration that comes with being over weight as well. I felt really good about myself, and didn't once feel fat. So today I am back on the straight and narrow (altho the diet partner had pasta for lunch...fs man!) I had my oatbran porridge for breakfast, 2lts of water, butternut squash soup for lunch (was v yummy) and a bowl of cereal for dinner. Went out with my very good friend Karen for some interval running (I say running...jogging, barely) and we managed a total of 18mins, with 1 min intervals of walking. Grand total of 35mins movement! Not bad I'd say!!
the goal - 1 stone off for my holiday in October - I have a white bikini to get into!!!
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