Hiking

Thursday I did something I've been wanting to do for over a year.  I went hiking! 

We hiked up Kennesaw Mountain. 

I was a little worried that I wouldn't have the stamina for it or that my knee was start hurting but my fears were unfounded.  We hiked for about 2 1/2 hours.  I can't wait to try it again.

October Report

This has been a rough week. Things are finally settling down with the break up. I'm sleeping much better.

I've been having a problem with my lower back and right knee. I went to the doctor on Friday. He said it's being caused by rotation in my pelvis. I've had this issue before. He gave me some stretches to do.

I'm supposed to be doing a 5K next week. I can barely walk a mile. Today I thought my knee was going to give out on me.

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I'm still attending OA meetings. Today I've been abstinent, following my food plan for 30 days. I'm working Step Four. OA is not about weight loss. It's a spiritual program. It's been great to deal with the emotional aspect of my eating and weight problem. I've loss 5 pounds.

Now that I know it's nothing too serious with my knee, my plan for November is to start exercising more often. Since I really can't do that much walking. I'm going to do the Last Chance Workout DVD. It's something I enjoy doing.

Day 31 - Last Chance Workout

I DID IT! I'm so proud of myself. I breezed through today's workout. Well, I feel confident and strong. This was a great way for me to get back into my exercise groove. I'm going back into the gym sometime next month. My workload is so heavy it is just easier for me to get in a workout here at home.

Next month I will be challenging myself to pay attention to what I'm eating. I hate journaling my food but this is exactly what I'm going to do for the month of August. I'm also going to continue my challenge to exercise every day.

Days 29 and 30 - Last Chance Workout

Both workouts done. For some reason, I was unable to sign in to post yesterday. I can't believe I have one day left. I'm so excited!

Day 28 - Last Chance Workout

Man, oh, man! I had sweat dripping on the mat today. I can really tell the difference in my workout based on the time of day and the amount of sleep I get. Three more days left!

Day 27 - Last Chance Workout

I wasn't able to complete today's workout. I'm not feeling well today. I didn't sleep at all last night. I haven't been sleeping well the past two nights.

I lasted about 15 minutes. If I have time later this evening, I will try to finish.

Day 26 - Last Chance Workout

So glad it's over. I don't know if I'll ever get used to sweating. Yuck!

My massage yesterday was absolutely wonderful!

Day 25 - Last Chance Workout

Woo Hoo! I'm done. I can see the finish line. Six more days until I achieve my goal of working out for the entire month! 31 days! I can hardly believe it.

Today as I was working out I had to laugh to myself. I don't know why I bother to turn on the DVD. I have all the workouts memorized .

I'm having a massage in exactly one hour. I'm so excited! I'm off to hydrate and shower. Yeah!

Day 24 - Last Chance Workout

Uneventful workout today. I cannot wait until my massage tomorrow!

Day 23 - Last Chance Workout

Today's workout can be described in two words -- hot and sweaty! It's 97 degrees outside and probably 107 degrees in here! Whew! I'm so glad I'm done.

Today I decided I am going to treat myself to a nice hour massage this weekend. I can't wait. I also need to find the time to go get an adjustment. I've been noticing a lot of snap, crackle, and pop while I'm stretching.

Now that I'm healed, I decided I should start drinking my green smoothies again. I tried one a couple of weeks after the hospital and didn't tolerate it too well. I think it was all the pain meds I was taking at the time. Today I had a triple berry, banana, and kale smoothie. Yummy!

Day 22 - Last Chance Workout

Yay! Another great workout for me! I can see the light at the end of the tunnel. I'm going to reach my goal!

I have one week left in my self-discovery course. Today my instructor invited me to consider mindful eating--what I'm eating, when I'm eating it, how much I'm eating, and what it does to the body. I kind of think this is what I've been doing. I'll have to research it a bit. I still think I'm leaning toward clean eating.

Day 21 - Last Chance Workout

Great workout today! I feel so much better. I spent some time this morning meditating and being grateful for life.

Today's workout was dedicated to my mother. Today is the 12th anniversary of my her transition. I didn't take it her illness and transition so well. This is when all my issues with food and weight started to magnify. I stuffed my emotions and managed the stress of taking care of her with food. Instead of grieving, I ate. I'm so grateful that I am no longer in that space.

My determination has really been put to the test. This has been a very stressful and emotional month for me. My very dear friend passed away suddenly. We are the same age. In fact, he was my first boyfriend. Two days ago, we decided to end 10-year relationship. This has been a long time coming. Although I feel some relief, there is a lot of anger and sadness. I've been channeling that energy into my workouts and releasing it through breathing meditation. Any other time I would have ran for a nice piece of yellow cake with chocolate frosting or a box of Crunch and Munch. In this moment on my journey, I am reaching out to friends for comfort and taking care of my mind, body, and spirit. I feel great!

Day 20

Not much to report today. I'm done. Woo hoo!

Day 19 - Last Chance Workout

I had a very pleasant workout today. My instincts are right. I perform much better if I do my workouts in the afternoon or right after work. Waiting until 7 or 8, even if it's due to my tight schedule, does not work for me. This week I plan to do my best to schedule my work so I can exercise before 7.

Day 17 - Last Chance Workout

Great workout today! I'm half way to the finish line with my goal!

Day 16 - Last Chance Workout

Today's workout did not go so well. I was not able to finish the last circuit. I find it very hard to exercise late evening. I simply do not have that much energy at the end of the day.

I was very busy today I was able to workout during my lunch hour and I went out right after I was done working today. I didn't want to skip my workout because I'm determined to exercise every day this month.

I need to do a better job scheduling my workout into my day.

Day 15 - Last Chance Workout

Yippee! I've completed half of my goal. I'm so excited! Today's was a struggle. I had a stressful and tiring day. I really think I like doing my workout during my lunch hour instead of late evening.

Day 14 - Last Chance Workout

Whew! I'm done. I went back to Weeks 1 - 2. Mentally, I feel better being able to finish the entire workout. Since it's still challenging to me, I know I'm still getting a great workout.

I do have a confession to make. I had a Dairy Queen blizzard today. I went a whole 13 days without any junk food. Oh well, tomorrow is another day.

Day 13 - Last Chance Workout

I'm done. I wasn't able to finish the workout. I think I'm going to go back to Weeks 1 and 2 Workout. I'm still very proud of myself for showing up every day.

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I saw Geneen Roth on Oprah yesterday. Truthfully, I watched about 20 minutes. It was basically and Q & A session. I'm guessing the show didn't hold my interest because I haven't read the book.

Day 12 - Last Chance Workout

Good workout today. I struggled with keeping up. This workout is giving me a good opportunity to build stamina. I'm getting stronger (and more sore) each day.