JELL-O LEGS!!

Today, I ALMOST didn't go work out.  We had the cable guy coming to hook up our internet.  Jason had to go to work, and he would have liked to take a nap (he works at least 12 hours today).  However, he is such a wonderful guy that he allowed me to go.. without the baby while the cable guy did his work.

I am SOOO glad that I went!  I feel great... other than my legs are a little jelloy!  Here is what I did.

I walked half way around the 1/2 mile track (approximate guess on distance).  I stretched out my legs really good then I walked to one corner.  From there I jogged the whole length of the track, AND around the curve!  I am making slow progress as to how long I can actually sustain my jogging!

Next, I walked and caught my breath to one of the soccer fields.  There I did the circuits that I posted in a previous post.  However, I pushed myself even harder this time!  I did 20 squats (the first time I did the workout, I only did 10, and the time after that, I did 15).  I did 20 lunges and 20 push-ups (girl style--got to start somewhere)!  Everything else I did the amount specified.  The only difference was that in between each set, I sprinted 1/2 field and back.  The few other times that I did this workout, I didn't push it on my sprints.  I wound up just jogging back from 1/2 field.  This time, I kept the same steady pace!

When I finished, I stretched good and went home.  My total time was about 1 hour and 15 minutes.  Tomorrow, I hope to get out there earlier so I can do more!

So where does your will power come from?  I had this conversation with Jason before I left for my workout this morning.  I tend to run a bit and then think, "Wow, this is hard... I can't do anymore."

The trick I used today?  I talked myself out of that negativity.  NEVER SAY "I CAN'T!"  That is something I tell my girls, and I had better be using that same mentality if I want them to!  I focused on my goal point to stop, and I said, "I CAN!  I CAN!  I CAN!" in my mind... and I DID!  During my sprints, I said, "PUSH PUSH PUSH..." with each step, and I did!

Mind over matter is very important to change a behavior.  If you believe you can do it, you can.  If you say you can do it, then by golly, YOU CAN!

Do it now!  Positive self-talk will get you everywhere!  NEVER NEVER NEVER say anything negative about yourself, because YOU ARE WHAT YOU SAY YOU ARE!!

I'm pumped right now. :)  I feel great!

Happy losing!

Evelyn Campbell Curtis

PS  You can do it!  The first step is the hardest!

More On Will Power

Its funny that the post from yesterday is about having will power.  I was just thinking about this earlier after my work out.
I am nervous about the weigh in this Monday, because I haven't been pushing myself when it comes to working out this week.  I had an awesome workout Monday, and an awesome workout this morning, but in between.... well, let's just say that I didn't do as much.  I am shooting for doing another great workout tomorrow morning when the breeze is light and the temperature is in the 60's.  Perfect.

This is how I felt on Wednesday.

One thing I would do in the past is let the fact that I had slacked for part of the week get to me, and I would "start over" next week.  That usually would not happen.  I need to be in charge, and I need to make the choice to get me where I need to be.

Some good news:  Last night, I went to bed at 9pm!  I haven't done that since.... I don't know when!  I got 10 hours of sleep, and I really needed it.  The night before that I got to bed by 11pm.  That was really good for me too!  I think I'm finally getting it.  Good sleep equals a good long and productive day.

Now if I could just get this math homework done....

Happy losing!  Don't give up!

Evelyn Campbell Curtis

Exercise Ideas

Here are a list of ideas for workouts that you can do.

Source: weightlossandgain.com via Evelyn on Pinterest

Cardio
-Walking - exert yourself by making it a brisk pace.  Remember we want to raise our heart rate!
-Jogging - ultimately, it is my goal to be able to jog non-stop.
-Sprints
-Latters
-Jump Rope
-Hiking
-Aerobics
-Zumba
-Spinning - I love spinning.  It is a great workout, and the low impact cardio is great.
-Jazzercise - My friend is an instructor here locally.
-Swimming - another low impact workout.
There are many more cardio workouts than this.  Tailor your workout to what you like to do, and to what you are able to do.  But remember, only you can push yourself to work hard!  So, don't skimp!

Core
-Crunches
-Leg lifts
-Sit ups
-Yoga - there are yoga and pilates videos located on hulu for free with Denise Austin.
-Pilates - there are so many free options online.  You just have to look.
-Random Abs
Again, this is a small list of core exercises.  For more details visit Random Abs website.  You will receive access to videos showing you what each exercise looks like.

Upper Body
-Pushups
-Pull ups
-Weights - no weights? then start with using a resistance band.  You can purchase one at walmart.
            -If you are working out at a gym, please get assistance from someone who is experienced before you just delve into working out with weights.  We don't want any injury, as it will prolong the weight loss plan!
-Baby! - I like to use my baby as a weight.  He is about 20lbs, so it is a great weight to burn fat, and tone.
I have not listed all options, I will be googling more options and posting them as time goes on.

Lower Body
-Lunges
-Squats
-Wall sits
-Jump roping
Again, not all options, I will be googling more options and posting as I try and find them.

Fun
-Volleyball
-Basketball
-Tennis
-Racketball
-Softball
-Soccer
-Walk with family
-Swimming
-Dancing
Whatever gets you on your feet, and for me, with my family, is a great way to have fun and exercise.  There are many more activities to participate in, these are just my favorite!

Remember, if you are like me, and needing to lose a lot of weight, you can use your own body as resistance.  If you have any suggestions for workouts, please comment or email me those options!

I will post videos in time demonstrating to do certain workouts, like using a resistance band, and how to do squats.  I will not usually be the one to do the video, it will most likely be one that I find that helps me.

REMEMBER TO ALWAYS STRETCH BEFORE AND AFTER ANY WORKOUT!

Any questions?  Please email or post a comment!

Happy Losing!

Evelyn Campbell Curtis

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