lbs lost this week: 2.4
lbs lost competition total: 4.4
% lost competition total: 1.7%
lbs lost journey total: 15.4
% lost journey total: 5.7%
So... I decided to switch it up a bit and do Tae Bo tonight... which I haven't done in months... maybe a year? I have forgotten how much I love it! The exercises make you feel strong. Billy Blanks always seems to know the moment I'm dying and ready to quit. It's at that precise moment that he pulls out some motivating pearls of wisdom and encourages me to push myself farther and harder. He not only pushes you to your limit, but shows you that its ok if you need to "walk it out". I need that... I need that push and that reassurance. I know that if I work hard... and strengthen my body, I can get through a one hour Billy Blanks session without having to "walk it out". And that motivates me. It motivates me to step up my game, to push myself as hard as I can and most importantly... not to give up on myself.
I know how intense a Tae Bo workout can be. Ive done them in the past. I didn't go into the workout tonight expecting to do the whole workout. I promised myself that I would do as much as I could... but I would try to make it to 30 minutes. It started off slow (as good workouts do) and built up. I had to walk it out a few times because quite frankly... I've abused my body (cigarettes, junk food and lack of exercise). I did most of the slower parts... but when they sped it up... I just couldn't seem to keep up. I walked it out or did a slower version of the exercise. I tried not to stop moving. I was pleasantly surprised to find that there were some familiar and old favorites mixed in to the exercise routine. I definitely tried to keep up. And I know that with hard work and patience, I will be able to keep up through the whole thing.
Tonight's exercise reminded me that I am strong and capable. I can handle a lot more than I give myself credit for. I need to remember this. It is definitely an important lesson.
On a weight loss note: I'm steadily losing weight at a consistent pace. I'm quite proud of myself. I didn't think I would be able to actually commit to this lifestyle change. So far so good for me! I'm 5lbs away from hitting 20 lbs. At the rate I'm going it will be another two weeks. Maybe if I keep up the Tae Bo I can make that leap in one week? Oh we will definitely see!
Goal for the week: Same as last week. Lose 5lbs this week.
Tip: Don't exercise on an empty stomach. Your body needs fuel to properly work through a workout. Also, a small protein filled snack after a workout will boost metabolism for a few hours afterward. Also, make sure to stay hydrated! WATER WATER WATER
U go girl! Sounds like a real workout.... I've always wanted to try Tae Bo.... glad to see you're happy with everything.... Keep going... you're almost there... ;)
ReplyDeleteKeep it up Cuz, I am starting to feel your motivation! I think I am going to start a cleanse on the 2nd!
ReplyDeletehave you ever tried a liquid fast?
Thanks,
I'm so proud of you! Exercising is amazing, isn't it? I've been at the gym now for six weeks and I still have to "walk it out" sometimes. Our instructor is always telling us that modification is the way to go. If you can't do an exercise at the level it is being done in class than do it (or something else) that you can do! YAY!!!!! Keep it up... you are amazing :)
ReplyDelete@ Beth... thanks! The best thing about Tae Bo is that Billy Blanks motivates you... while kicking your ass! He motivates you with the real reason you're working out... to better yourself.
ReplyDelete@ Ray... Thanks! A liquid fast? Nope... havent tried it... I dont think I could... My blood sugar drops if I dont eat... I think Im hypoglycemic.
@ Steph. Thank you... I'm starting to be proud of me too! The exercising isnt amazing... so much as the feeling I get when I do an exercise or combo that I wasnt able to do before. Ive also been leaning on the modification angle as well when my breathing gets a little too heavy. I am definitely DEFINITELY glad I stopped smoking! LOL I wouldnt be able to do this if I were still lighting up!