Changing the course of my wellness was truly necessary! Not only for my son and husband, but also also for me. I can finally see a healthier and happier person that is proving to others that if you take care of your body...you body will take care of you. Plus I have so much energy now and I feel so much better physically and at 42 I look much younger than I did when I had the extra pounds. Seriously I think I can pass for my early 30s!
I have to say that I am a little obsessed with my work out routines. I've have given up the P90X for now because I am finding the traditional cardio and weights at the gym to be more fulfilling for me at the moment. The 1-2 hour "self time" seems to be helping me relieve stress and anxiety as well. However, as my partner has stated it has taken time away from my family and I told him that he just needs to be a little more patient so that I can reach my goal weight. Once I've reached that goal, I can help to better come up with a routine that will satisfy everyone involved. I fear that if I don't commit to working out daily, right now, I may go back to the old routine of being stationary and not active at all.
The Good old YMCA
Who knew that I would actually be going to the YMCA on a daily basis? I actually enjoy it more than the 24-hour gyms that seem to have popped up everywhere. Part of my like and motivation is that I don't have to deal with the stand and pose muscle folks there and I don't feel intimidated that I'm still pretty flabby. There's a whole mix of young and old, and all body types. It just feels very comfortable. Plus, they have a great kids program for my son and he enjoys being there as well! The membership price is also quite attractive!
I have come up with a routine for the week. Monday, Wednesdays, and Fridays I do 30-minutes of cardio on the elliptical machine followed by weights for my upper body and my abdominal region. Tuesday, Thursdays, and Saturdays I do 30 minutes of cardio on the stationary bike and weights for my lower body. Sundays I tend to just do some sit ups and spend time in the pool with my son. It's a good routine. If anyone has any ideas on how I can maximize my weight training and developing my body - especially my upper body and abdominal region better...I WOULD LOVE YOUR INPUT!
When I use to go to the gym, back like 20-years ago - I really never did weights or the cardio machines. I mostly went for the aerobic classes. Now that has totally flipped. I realize and I have been told that I should add cardio classes to my routine as well as some stretching and yoga. I especially need the stretching and yoga as I hear both helps to tone the body faster. So it's interesting that I am actually sitting and doing weights and that my commitment to it has lasted this long.
I already have great news to share for this week - but will report on my Week 9 Round Up next week. This will include reports on:
- My 42nd Birthday
- Follow up with my doctor - which is the reason I started this wellness program
- My plans for Spring Break
Week 8 Facts
Starting Weight after Week 7: 205.4 lbs
Week 8 Weigh In: 202.8 lbs
Week 8 Weight Loss: -2.6 lbs
Total Journey Profile So Far
Starting Weight on 1/17/11: 237 lbs
Weigh in on 3/13/11: 202.8 lbs
Total Weight Loss So Far: 34.2 lbs
Goal Progress
Goal Weight: 175 lbs
Current Weight: 202.8 lbs
Number of Pounds to Goal: -27.8 lbs
Goal Date: May 1, 2011
Number of Weeks Left: 7 weeks
Average Weight Lose per Week to Reach Goal Weight: -3.9 lbs per week
Thanks again for listening to my ramblings. Hope you are all doing well! Let me know how I can be of support.
-Percy
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