February 3, 2020


February 3, 2020

                I’m really feeling drained today. I’m not sick or very sore anymore. I’m just extremely sleepy and have zero energy. And my throat still hurts. I always have a fan blowing at night in my room so that might be causing the sore throat, although that would be weird since I’ve been sleeping with a fan on for years. It’s off now so, we’ll see.
                I went to Planet Fitness mid-morning. They were busy today! Probably people trying to burn off the Super Bowl beer and bean dip. While on the treadmill, I sped up a bit but I didn’t push hard enough to let my heart rate get too high. I added another ten minutes from what I’ve been doing, which added quite a bit more to the distance and calories burned. I worked up a pretty good sweat. My knee started hurting when I sped up too much but slowing down one click of the speed button seemed to remedy that.
                I’ve been trying to make little changes in how I eat in my new quest to be healthy. I mean, little changes. If I do anything too drastic, I’m afraid I’ll fail. I’ve substituted 2% milk with 1%. I’ll try skim eventually. I’m using an 8oz glass instead of 16oz for anything I drink besides water. I’m down to two small cups of coffee per day, although I only had one cup this morning. The issue with coffee for me is more about the amount of half & half and sugar I add to it. It’s a lot.
                I guess the biggest reason I’m sharing all of this publicly is because I need accountability. If quite a few people know what I’m doing, I can’t really just give up now can I? I mean, that would be embarrassing. And if I get a kudos or pat on the back every once in a while, that would be helpful. And if anyone wanted to take me on a trip to Hawaii when I reach my goal weight, that would be totally inspiring! 💕

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  1. NoniFebruary 4, 2020 at 12:35 PM

    I went to the Eugene Planet Fitness with Leslie last night and and a good workout. The stretching room is great. I kept it slow and steady and felt pretty good. Its been a while since we worked out together and I worried it would be just like when I went back after having Mal, but it felt great. I came home with energy to burn and I am so ready to go again. My Dr. told me I need to do weight training 3 times a week. So I do the treadmill and the rowing machine to get my blood pumping and then spend some time on the machines. I am pretty wimpy, but have hope for the future. Big hugs for the blog and the inspiration! Love you!

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    1. Teresa LundyFebruary 4, 2020 at 8:35 PM

      I'm wimpy too! But I must be getting less and less wimpy, right? I already have more energy on the days I workout and I love it! Let's plan a group workout one of these day. Love you!

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  2. RachFebruary 5, 2020 at 6:40 AM

    Encouragement!
    I really enjoy reading, so please don't quit. I'm excited to see how you're feeling a month down the road. You're doing awesome! Stumbles and all.

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