yes I am still shredding. I have to admit I was feeling poorly so I had skipped a couple of days. I didn't wimp out and do two more days of level 1. Oh no! I went on to LEVEL 2!
I have to say it's easier starting out this level then it was level 1. I have more endurance than I had at the beginning. I can't say that I lost weight (the Wii says I gained 2 lbs!) but here are my measurements for this week!
Bicep 13 1/2
Thigh 20
Waist 43 3/4
Hips 44 1/2
“If you get up one more time than you fall, you will make it through.” ~Chinese Proverb
Hope you all are doing well on the shred and I look forward to tomorrow!!
HAPPY SHREDDING!
Sunday, March 10, 2013
Monday, March 4, 2013
Shred kicked my ass (actually it was my lungs!)
Today was like no other day doing the shred. Why? Because I ignored my own weakness.
I have had asthma all my life, and before I did the shred this time I didn't do a nebulizer treatment. I was in a hurry, wanted to get the shred done so I could shower and think about going to bed. BAD idea.
Mid way through the shred (well, around the time we were doing the lunges with lateral raises) I had to give into my body and do a neb treatment. I didn't feel weak, I just knew I had to do it to get through the workout.
After the neb treatment, I got right back into it and finished strong.
It's ok to know yourself, don’t ignore your weaknesses. At least the ones that matter. (like breathing!!)
Day 5 here I come!
HAPPY SHREDDING!!
I have had asthma all my life, and before I did the shred this time I didn't do a nebulizer treatment. I was in a hurry, wanted to get the shred done so I could shower and think about going to bed. BAD idea.
Mid way through the shred (well, around the time we were doing the lunges with lateral raises) I had to give into my body and do a neb treatment. I didn't feel weak, I just knew I had to do it to get through the workout.
After the neb treatment, I got right back into it and finished strong.
It's ok to know yourself, don’t ignore your weaknesses. At least the ones that matter. (like breathing!!)
Day 5 here I come!
HAPPY SHREDDING!!
Shred day 3...getting easier!
I must say that for the past two days I've been HURTING! I mean I'm having issues at work getting down low enough to clean the fridges! (Don't tell Tim! :) )
Yesterday I got some 2 lb weights at K Mart (2.99 a piece) and found that it made it easier to do the exercises. It look less focus off the pain in my legs lol when I was doing the arm movements.
I can also tell you I feel the difference in my clothes already. My abs are tighter so my pants feel a bit loser. It may be all in my mind but I'm motivated to do more!
On to Day 4!!
HAPPY SHREDDING!
"Complaining about how bad you've had it, or how unfair life is, doesn’t count."
"
Yesterday I got some 2 lb weights at K Mart (2.99 a piece) and found that it made it easier to do the exercises. It look less focus off the pain in my legs lol when I was doing the arm movements.
I can also tell you I feel the difference in my clothes already. My abs are tighter so my pants feel a bit loser. It may be all in my mind but I'm motivated to do more!
On to Day 4!!
HAPPY SHREDDING!
"Complaining about how bad you've had it, or how unfair life is, doesn’t count."
"
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Day 2: Sore but confident!
So by now those of you who are in the competition are feeling a bit sore like I am I'm sure. I have to admit I still haven't used weights but I hope to get to the store before 12am after work ( The stores close here at 12am on Saturday nights) and get some veggies and fruits for our new juicer along with some weights.
I also noticed that today was harder than yesterday. I'm sure it had to do with my muscles being sore from yesterday and I think I pushed a little harder today. As promised, Jillian is kicking my ass!
If you haven't already, for some great motivation check out "Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead" on netflix. It's about a man in Australia who went on a 60 day juice fast.
Now I'm not saying that we should all go out and juice for 60 days, I'm only suggesting it because it's an awesome documentary on human ambition and motivation. It also shows how someone overweight and sick, when they push themselves, can achieve a lot!
Oren and I bought (well he did) a juicer and hope to have at least one juice a day if not more.
I also found out that I've lost 7lbs since I last did the Wii weight in. It's been at least 2 months since I did it and I was surprised!
Here's the link to the documentary:
http://movies.netflix.com/WiPlayer?movieid=70173634&trkid=13004525&t=Fat%2C+Sick+%26+Nearly+Dead&pt_request_id=7897f6d4-0ced-4a7e-ba94-04b2c6f0fb44-13975&pt_rank=8&pt_row=-1&pt_location=WATCHNOW
If you'd made it this far, congratulations! We have to take this in little steps to become healthier!
On to day 3!!!
HAPPY SHREDDING!!!
I also noticed that today was harder than yesterday. I'm sure it had to do with my muscles being sore from yesterday and I think I pushed a little harder today. As promised, Jillian is kicking my ass!
If you haven't already, for some great motivation check out "Fat, Sick, and Nearly Dead" on netflix. It's about a man in Australia who went on a 60 day juice fast.
Now I'm not saying that we should all go out and juice for 60 days, I'm only suggesting it because it's an awesome documentary on human ambition and motivation. It also shows how someone overweight and sick, when they push themselves, can achieve a lot!
Oren and I bought (well he did) a juicer and hope to have at least one juice a day if not more.
I also found out that I've lost 7lbs since I last did the Wii weight in. It's been at least 2 months since I did it and I was surprised!
Here's the link to the documentary:
http://movies.netflix.com/WiPlayer?movieid=70173634&trkid=13004525&t=Fat%2C+Sick+%26+Nearly+Dead&pt_request_id=7897f6d4-0ced-4a7e-ba94-04b2c6f0fb44-13975&pt_rank=8&pt_row=-1&pt_location=WATCHNOW
If you'd made it this far, congratulations! We have to take this in little steps to become healthier!
On to day 3!!!
HAPPY SHREDDING!!!
Friday, March 1, 2013
Shredded!
I just finished the first level of the 30 day shred. I have to admit I feel energized but boy dose Jillian push you! I think that is what I need in a trainer and I think I'm going to do well on the shred. I didn't use weights this time because I wasn't sure if I was ready. I think by mid way through level 1 I should be able to use some. How many of you used weights the first time around?
Unfortunately, I still want pizza after I just finished that bad boy, LOL I'm sure that feeling with change as well. On to day two!!
As promised here are my measurements
Thighs 22 inches
Hips 45 inches
Waist 43 1/2 inches
Bicep 13 1/2 inches
Treasure the best that you’ve been, and use this day to make it better.
HAPPY SHREDDING!
Unfortunately, I still want pizza after I just finished that bad boy, LOL I'm sure that feeling with change as well. On to day two!!
As promised here are my measurements
Thighs 22 inches
Hips 45 inches
Waist 43 1/2 inches
Bicep 13 1/2 inches
Treasure the best that you’ve been, and use this day to make it better.
HAPPY SHREDDING!
Thursday, February 28, 2013
30 Day Shred Rulez
30 Day Shred
1. In order to make it fair, I am going to ask you
to send me your beginning and ending measurements to my email. I will not open
the emails until I get your ending measurements. I need your beginning
measurements by March 3rd. If
I don’t get your measurements by then, you will not be eligible to win the
money pot at the end of the 30 days. I will need your ending measurements by April 3rd. I will be posting
my measurements throughout the shred on my blog. Please send your measurements
to Pouncer28@gmail.com
2. The following measurements are what you should
send and keep track of every week to see your own progress. Be sure to measure
the thickest area of these measurements to get an accurate measurement every time:
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3. If at any time you want to drop out of the
shred competition, please let me know. Also, if you don’t want to be included
in the money pot, let me know as well and I won’t factor you in for payment.
4. I will pay the winner the sum of the pot and
will expect payment from the other contestants by April 14th. You can send me a check or give me cash if
you see me after the shred is over. We’ll discuss this more later J
5. In order to keep it fair, I will be posting my measurements on my
blog. Also, I will have witnesses to my measurements.
6. I will be posting motivations and tips on my
blog everyday so be sure to check it out.
7. I will be creating a page on the members of the
shred where everyone can post how they are doing and if you have any questions
8. Most of all..ENJOY yourself and have FUN
knowing you’re getting to a healthier you!
Monday, February 25, 2013
3 more days!!!
Only 3 more days until the 30 day shred competition starts. I have found this article to prepare for the shred and hope to use the tips in it. Here is the post I put on facebook about the competition:
Only 3 days til Shred begins! If you haven't gotten a copy of it let me know ASAP!! Here is a great article on how to prepare for the shred. I will send instructions on the first day on how we are going to keep it fair to figure out the winner at the end of the shred! Can't wait to get started!!
http://herroyalbleakness.blogspot.com/2011/02/6-tips-to-optimize-30-day-shred.html
I hope it is a success and jump-starts me to take better care of my health!
HAPPY SHREDDING!!
Only 3 days til Shred begins! If you haven't gotten a copy of it let me know ASAP!! Here is a great article on how to prepare for the shred. I will send instructions on the first day on how we are going to keep it fair to figure out the winner at the end of the shred! Can't wait to get started!!
http://herroyalbleakness.blogspot.com/2011/02/6-tips-to-optimize-30-day-shred.html
I hope it is a success and jump-starts me to take better care of my health!
HAPPY SHREDDING!!
Saturday, February 9, 2013
30 Day Shred!
Hey! Who wants to do the 30 day shred with me by Jillian Michaels? We'd start march 1st and go til the end of the month (yes..31 days but hey!)
I'll try to post everyday about how it's going. I'm also going to try to use these menu ideas:
http://www.diabetes.org/mfa-recipes/meal-plans/2012-07-MP-its-grilling-time.html
HAPPY SHREDDING!
I'll try to post everyday about how it's going. I'm also going to try to use these menu ideas:
http://www.diabetes.org/mfa-recipes/meal-plans/2012-07-MP-its-grilling-time.html
HAPPY SHREDDING!
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
Hi! Remember me?!
Good God I did it again!! I left this thing for at LEAST a year or so! WHY do I do it? Well cuz we all get busy and forget don't we?
I'm still about 200 lbs give or take a lb or so. I have started going to the gym again yesterday (knock on wood I'll keep up with it) so shall we start this journey again?
Yes...lets!
I'm still about 200 lbs give or take a lb or so. I have started going to the gym again yesterday (knock on wood I'll keep up with it) so shall we start this journey again?
Yes...lets!
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