Good Morning

I had a partner on my walk this morning! Angie was just starting at the same time so we walked together. Beautiful morning! I listened to old time country music and don't know what Angie was listening to. Now, Amy and I are gonna take the boys and Josh to Interstate Park to hike a little bit, then have a picnic lunch, and then swim in the lake! I haven't been in the Park for years and haven't been swimming there since you girls were little! So it'll be fun! I hope.

Good Morning

We have comapny! Amy and the boys walked in about 5 pm yesterday. Mom knew they were coming but it was a surprise to me! I was in the middle of cleaning, blanching, and canning 13 quarts of tomato juice! Anyway, glad they are here.

Got to walk outside this morning but it was cold! Only 45 when I left the house. Wore a long sleeve t shirt and a flannel shirt! But nice to be outside. Was plenty warm by the time I got home.

Have a good day!

Tomorrow I'll hurt!

Yesterday and today I got a solid walk in at lunch. J and I did the hills.

Today I met Bart at the batting cages and we hit some balls. Let me tell you, that is work! I am tired! And when we left my muscles were quivering like jello! I said that I felt like a new born kitten.

I hear tomorrow is when the pain will set in. That said, I had a great time and hopefully we will do it again soon.

Good Morning

Something funny going on here. Tried to post and got an error message so will try again.

Walked inside again today. Had a half inch of rain overnight and still very misty and foggy out there this morning. Much prefer to be outside but soon I'll be inside every day so might as well get use to it. And I'm eating too much corn and butter these days because I'm up 1.6 lbs from my low! But tis the season to be jolly!

Good Morning

Had to walk inside this morning because we got a little rain shower just when I was ready to go. Not enough to do us much good but we'll take it. So walked on the treadmill with the Dixie Chicks. Think I work harder on the treadmill than I do outside. At least I was really sweating when I was done. Felt good though. Still doing 10 push ups and 10 sit ups after my walk, too. Will up that pretty soon I think. Maintaining my weight now in spite of all the corn and butter I'm eating every night! Can't resist that. Have a good day!

2/Day 2

Today is my official second day of my second round of 30 day goaling.

I had another day full of good exercise and good eating. J walked with me at lunch today and it was nice to have company again! We did the hill twice. Then I jogged when I got home - three miles. I listened to Rhonda Vincent today! Man, that's one short album! I ended my jog by listening to some Richard Cheese. So it was fun.

Also, I did some crunches tonight when I was done. That will be good for the core, don't cha know!

I am very tired and I hope to sleep well tonight. I had no coffee, no caffeine actually, after noon today so I should not have troubles.

I know I got my five fruits and vegetables in today. I had a plum, melon, peppers, radishes, carrots, and cucumbers! I'll probably have a peach before I go to bed. Yum. Peaches = sugar. Sugar = happy.

Sleep well, blogger pal!

2/Day 1

So, I've been a total slack on the new 30 day goal. Reach back...waaaaaay back into those memory banks. I was going to do arms/core for 30 days. In addition to keeping up with the 30 minutes of exercise. I have been exercising but now doing my other stuff. Starting over!

I did pushups tonight! Girl pushups, but I did them all the same. I did 15.

I also did the hill jogging (up twice) at lunch and then a quick three miles after work. So a good day of exercise.

I'm tired!

Good Morning

Hi there! Up and at it although I did sleep in until 7:00. Went for my walk and met the neighbors again this morning. They've been walking, too, the last week or so. Fun to see them! And fun to see them together! Walked with Rhonda Vincent this morning.

iPod batteries last forever! I've been trying to run it out for the last 3 days! Just want to see what happens when it finally has no juice left. Have it on right now just trying to wear it down. Icon shows no juice but it's still playing!

Waiting for Cheryl and Devyn to arrive. They're going to canoe the river from Interstate Park here to William O'Brien Park on the Minnesota side. I'm going to drop them off and then go down there to pick them up whenever. In the meantime, we're going to have a date! Going for a walk together, then to Menards, then lunch, and then to see The Dark Knight. Rented Batman Begins and watched that one last night so we're ready for the Knight. We both loved the first movie so are looking forward to this next one. Have Teri coming to sit with Grandma while we're gone.

Have a good day!

Roshambo: Popcorn, Chocolate, Hills

I made a goal yesterday and it was unanticipated. I was a solo walker again and I did the hill twice - it has sort of become my lunch "usual". I jogged down both times but yesterday I jogged all the way UP both times! It was slow and it was hard. But I did it! Yay! I was just going to jog a little further up then I did last time, but when I got there the firs time I thought "you can go just a little bit further". And I did. And I kept thinking that until I got to the top! Then I thought "for the second round I'll just go to my marker and walk up" but the same thing happened again! So I made it up both times.

I am getting so much stronger!

Then life took the opportunity to prove to me that there is balance in the universe. We went to see Pineapple Express last night (aside: So hilarious! I can't remember when I have laughed so hard. But like In Burges, another 100% fantastic movie, I cannot recommend it to any member of my family.) and had popcorn. And a lot of popcorn! Usually I don't like movie popcorn so much but I really wanted it and it was delicious. I also brought a chocolate bar I picked up at Eclipse before the movie. I rode my bike to get it, not far but still an additional 4 miles of movement.

I did not jog last night after work because doing the hill at lunch took so much energy. I could have jogged after work but I would not have enjoyed it (it would have felt like a job) and I would have paid for it today!

Good Morning

Guess I forgot this yesterday! But back here this morning. Been for my walk on a beautiful morning. Listened to old time gospel music this morning. Not the best for walking but good for the soul! Had our first corn on the cob from the garden last night! Ummmm good! Nobody's corn is as good as your own. Also beans, cucumbers, tomatoes. I love eating in August! Best food of the year. Will be out in the garden much of the day. Have some cleaning up to do out there and will pick beans and maybe freeze some carrots. Brussell sprouts do not look good again this year! Very disappointing and I don't know what is going on. Back to my standby variety this year, too. Catch you later.

I'm tired!

Well, last night I did not sleep well and this morning I got up an hour early. What is happening in the world??

I am tired, so I'll keep this short and sweet. Like me!

My lunch walk was shorter (and easier/slower) then usual because I forgot my gym bag and J forgot her lunch. So we walked over to Vons. It was good to get out of the office.

After work I jogged for three miles. Then Bart and I went for curry for dinner tonight. So good - I'm still full and I have leftovers! I don't think it was unhealthy though. Then we walked around Pacific Beach. Pretty much we tried to avoid getting hit by cars or fighting with drunks. It was tough, believe you me!

Good Morning

What is tisane? Never heard of that. Also, did you get on a jury? Yes, mine was the Mountain Dew defense! Guess I've told that story! I don't know how you or anybody can jog for 3 miles! I do a quarter mile and that's enough for me.

Had my walk this morning with LeAnn Rimes. Her Blue album. Love it. Chris Schmidt was out jogging and as I returned Mike and Angie were just heading out! So had company in passing both ways this morning. Very humid here this morning and going to get worse they say. Still no rain though. Will have to water again.

Had to call Mom into the bathroom this morning to look at the scale with me on it! This morning I'm 5.4 lbs below my goal! Wasting away here. But she brought some pics home from Montana that Nancy Snider had taken of us 2 years ago out there! Ouch! Good to see them though and ponder the progress I have made! Never going back to that.

Have a good day!

Working it in

I've really been trying to make exercise part of my life. And I've actually been trying to live a more active life in general.

As you know, I had jury duty today. I parked in Little Italy and walked to the courthouse. I'm not sure of the distance. Maybe a mile. Obviously I walked from the courthouse back to my car! None of the coppers offered me a ride!

I also got home early enough to get a jog in. Three miles. I was pretty slow again today, but I'm not too concerned. It is not as though it is a race! Although a running partner might not be a bad idea. Anyway, I am really glad that I had time to jog.

Then I met my pal for coffee. Actually I had a tisane, since last Wednesday I could not fall asleep until 2! Then meeting time. It was really really good this week. Gave me a lot to think about.

I ate well today. I decided, for health and financial reasons, to bring my lunch with me today. What a pain! I did not spend money, but I paid for it in other ways! Anyway, I had a healthy eating day all day. Including this very moment - I'm eating grapes!

Good Morning

Hi again. Walked with Johnny Cash this morning. Folsom Prison album. Not my favorite but came up next on the iPod. Met two deer at the top of the driveway and they just stood there and stared at me for the longest time. They finally took off. Went to the dentist yesterday and got prepped for a crown. Mouth and jaw are still sore this morning. I hate the dentist. Always have and always will. Like Steven but hate his work! Have a good day.

Whew!

I'm tired today! I have been exercising a lot since Sunday, so it makes sense that I would feel worn. I also did not sleep the sleep of the dead (um....yay!) Sunday night or last night. Pretty sure I can solve this mystery by saying one word - COFFEE!

Today I did not have any caffeine after noon. And I can tell. I actually got a little noggin ache which I'm sure was related.

Anyway, onto the purpose of this blog! Which is not, contrary to my apparent believe, to have a forum for complaining!

I ate healthy all day. Cereal and fruit, more fruit, peppers, cucumbers, radishes, chili (with pineapple salsa -YUM), and ww lavish with hummus.

During lunch I had another solo walk. We've been down a man yesterday and today so we have been sort of adjusting schedules for lunches, that is why I've not walked with J. Although yesterday seemed like it was a different reason....but that was so long ago I cannot remember....man, I digress!

Anyway: Lunch! I did the hill walk again today - twice. Same as yesterday. Jogged down and then part of the way up. Walked the rest of the way. Repeat. Some additional jogging today, actually. It was good and I was sweaty!

I also jogged after work. 3 miles. Very slow, actually. Once I was out I just didn't feel too spicy, if you know what I mean. So I finished it up but I did not attempt to break any speed records!

I also needed to go to the bank tonight, so I walked over there after jogging. Sort of my cool down, I guess. Not sure of the distance for that little leg - under a mile. It's not far from my house. It is just on El Cajon Blvd and 33rd. The tow truck driver who had to deliver me gas there last week can attest to the location.......Moving on!

Tomorrow I won't be exercising my body. I'll be exercising my civic duty! Or maybe I'll be engaged in an exercise of futility! Anyway, I have jury duty. Generally I would consider this a nice faux vacation and really embrace the day. However, I have to be at the courthouse at 7:45!! YES - that is AM!!! Unbelievable. I've usually only been up for 9 minutes at 7:45!

So, I'm doing that and I am meeting a pal for coffee (I'm having tea this week!) then learn to be an adult meeting. So, I have a busy day. And I'm all kinds of worn out so I am going to appreciate the forced inactivity. Even if I don't appreciate getting up waaaay earlier then God ever intended.

I'm behind.....but at least it is a smaller behind!

At 10:45 PM yesterday I realized that I neglected to post. Since I was in bed I decided to play catch up today!

I had a lot of good exercise yesterday. I walked (solo) at lunch. I did the hill route that J and I have been taking. Because I was alone, I did the loop twice. I jogged down the hill each time and then jogged up the hill each time about 1/4 of the way. Wow is it difficult to jog up hills! I am going to keep working on it until I can jog the entire loop twice.

I also went for a jog last night. Three miles. My pace was really slow. I think it is because I have been feeling pretty stiff over the last few days.

Totally forgot to do pushups last night. By the time I remembered I was showered up. I decided to just call it a night and not worry about it!

All good eating yesterday. Other then cereal and bread (actually, whole wheat lavish) I did not eat any "processed" foods.

In other words, Yay me!!

Good Morning

Back on track with my routine today. didn't walk Sunday (day of rest!) or yesterday because of the stress test. But back on the road this morning. a little cool. About 60 when I walked. Going to 89 today though they say! Walked withe the Nylons this morning. 4.6 lbs below my goal weight both yesterday and today!

Well, dang Julie!!

Well, shoot! I did not realize that I went missing in action that long! Most sincere apologies all around!

Hm....OK, Wednesday I walked at lunch with J and it was great. We did the hilly walk. Then I did not exercise after work, but I met one of my friends for coffee. It was really fun and just as important as exercise, I think.

Thursday I rode my bike to Balboa. I met some pals there and we watched The Parent Trap, which was their movie under the stars. It was fun.

Friday I totally slacked!

Saturday I took the bike ride of doom! I told you about that and about "the hill".

Today I jogged three miles, and it felt great!

Eating....well, I've not been doing so good with that over the past week. I don't know why. I'm going to blame the moon. One thing I have noticed is that when I eat prepared foods my joints really hurt. And I don't mean having something frozen on one day, but if I eat prepared foods over a couple of days. I wonder if it is the sodium? As someone who has thought the fight against sodium is a government conspiracy, it just kills me to say that!!

Good Morning

Where are you?

Hey, things look different here this morning. What's the deal?

Been for my walk but had to wear a long sleeve tshirt and jeans this morning. Only 55 when I left the house! Warming up now though. Hi of 80 today but into the upper 80's over the weekend they say. No rain so will have to water everything again.

Good Morning

I was "California Dreamin" on my walk this morning. Have decided I need to get some new music. Have lots on there but seem to listen to the same things over and over. So, one of these nights I check out iTunes and see what I can find.

Talked to Mom again yesterday and they will be home on Monday. Leaving Saturday morning. Spend one night in Dickinson, ND and the next in Alexandrai, MN and be here Monday afternoon.

Had Joshua over for supper with me last night. Both folks were working. Then I had the Wednesday night service at 7. Only 9 people there besides me and Jodene playing the keyboard. Hardly seems worth it to me but other weeks we've had 25.

Cloudy here today and only 65 now. going to 80 so not too bad. Kind of humid though.

Off to work pretty soon. Have a good day!

Good Morning

Wow. You are really into this! 3 miles at lunch and 3 more after work! I can't imagine myself but good for you!

I kept a food diary last year when I was losing my weight. Used an online service. Can't remember the name. Oh, yeah, mycaloriecounter.com. Also tried fitday.com. Both about the same. Gives you the calories and all that for everything you eat. Had to guess at some things because what you make at home isn't always on their list. But I found it very helpful and it made me aware of what I was putting down my throat.

Walked this morning in extreme fog! Luckily, no traffic here!

Have a good day.

2/Day 2 - Whoops!

I had a great exercise and eating day today!

Three miles at lunch - and these were hilly miles! I imagine I'll feel it in the rear when tomorrow rolls around. Then I jogged after work, another three miles.

It was a beautiful evening for a jog tonight. Really cool, actually. Felt like fall! I forgot to check the clock, so I don't know my pace for the distance I went. But it felt good and it was enjoyable. I find it is a really nice way to let go for the work portion of my day and get into the non-work relaxation portion of the day!

I read an article in the UT today about food journaling. They discussed a six month study where one group kept a food journal, the other group did not. The journaling group lost an average of 18 pounds over 6 months. The non-journaling group lost an average of 9 pounds over the same period. I wonder if journaling strictly helps us be aware of what we are putting in our bodies or if it speaks to a deeper overall commitment. Probably both. Anyway, I am going to give it a try. I did it today and, I will admit, it kept me out of some work snacks!

Edited to add: I forgot my "Whoops!" part! Totally forgot to do ab stuff tonight. I'll pick up my 30 day slack tomorrow!

Blah!

I'm taking a jogging break tonight because I am just really tired and lethargic. Have been all day, actually. I had to rely on my alarm to wake me up this morning and, even then, I did not feel like popping out of bed. I actually contemplated snooze! What is this world coming to!?!

I did walk at lunch today. J and I took a three mile jaunt, which was good. I fully intended on jogging tonight but...no.

OK, the new goal! It has been revised yet again. I am continuing with the 30 minutes of exercise every day. Same deal as before. In addition, I was going to do 6 weeks to 100 pushups. I got in position to do my training tonight....really easy for my level, actually. And that is when it came to my attention - I have NO upper body strength anymore! None. So, I am waaaaay reverting to a goal I contemplated right after I started the first 30 day project. I am going to switch off days and do pushups (girl style) and ab work for 30 days. I really need to work on some general strength prior to committing to the 6 week program.

So, that is the plan. 30 days of abs/pushups. And moving about for 30 minutes during each of those days. I do believe I can handle that!

P.S. I ate M&Ms and salty mix at work today. Damn them. I'll leave it to you to decide if I am cursing work or the snacks!

Weekend Stuff

I have not been posting, but I have been jogging! I ran three miles both yesterday and today. The good news is that I am getting so much stronger and I have really been cutting time off of my miles. I am averaging 12 minutes/40 seconds per mile right now. I'm not running with the wind, but it is leaps and bounds quicker then 30 days ago!

I walked often with J at lunch last week, and hope to keep that up. It was nice to get outside and up my exercise level a bit more. It is just so easy to live a non-moving life. I'm trying to change that!

Good Morning

We haven't posted anything new here since Wednesday? That's not right, is it?

Anyway, I'm at it. Slept until 6:45 this morning so walked a little later. The sun was up and it was already getting warm. But a nice walk with the Beatles. Sara Schmidt was out jogging so she passed my by 2 times once each way!

I'll be outside most of today working on the new raised beds for the garden. Just getting them cut and marked now and then hauling them out there (that's the worst part!) until October after the crop is done. Can't install them now or I'll ruin what's growing.

Josh and I had a nice time last night. Went to Logger's for dinner. I had ribs and he had chicken strips. Then to the movie. It was ok but not something I would see again. Fine to take your grandson to however.

Have a good day.

Walkin and Talkin

I had a great walk today during lunch. Went with J again, and I am really glad we have declared one another our unofficial lunch walk buddy. I don't think either of us would have gone today and it sure makes it more enjoyable to be able to BS while walking.

It has been hot and humid here over the past few days, so I return to the office one sweaty mess! Good thing I have my own office!

I am already contemplating what I will make Sunday for lunches throughout the week. I'm open to ideas!

Good Morning

Me again. I walked around the field 3 times and then up to the mailbox to get the paper and that made 35 minutes. I don't really like walking in the field though because I can't walk as fast or jog for my quarter mile because the ground is so uneven and I'm afraid I'll break an ankle or something. So, probably won't do that so often. Nice walk there though. Today I'm back on 180th Street. If I go south to 140th Ave and then north to 150th Ave and then back home that's 2.2 miles. I drove it yesterday to find out. That takes 35 minutes, too. They're talking this morning about "maybe" showers later this afternoon. Of course, since I watered all the flowers and the garden last night! Have a good day.

Day 30!!!!!

Can you believe it?? I sure cannot! Wow, this was a great exercise and I am really glad that I made a commitment to exercise for 30 minutes every day for 30 days. And actually successfully met my goal!

Today J and I walked at lunch. I am not sure how far but we were gone for about 1 hour and 15 minutes. I bet it was over three miles. And the HILLS. Ouch!! It was a challenging walk, no question.

I am calling it quits for the day, exercise wise. I'm tired and I feel sore! I'll figure something out for tomorrow.

w00t!

Good Morning

Walked with Barry again this morning. Have 3 playlists with him so working (and walking) through them. Changed my route a little this mornig and it added 5 minutes so ran out of songs. I have my playlists all set to 30 minutes so I know when I'm done. Another beautiful day here. Back to work and not real anxious to go but anxious to get the first day done with. Mom and them had a good travel day yesterday but she said in email that Grandma was exhausted last nght and said this was the last time she would make this trip. Hope they have a good time.

Day 29

Well, this little 30 day experiment just confirms that time does fly! Might as well encourage it to fly healthy!

I got in a lot of exercise today. J and I walked at lunch. We did three miles in one hour, so 20 minute miles. I was sweaty by the time we were done! It is nice to get out of the office in the middle of the day and get the heart pumping.

I also jogged three miles when I got home tonight. Just felt like it! So that was good. Listened to The Beatles which makes any endeavor more fun!

Also had a healthy eating day. So it was good all around!

So....did you take today off since you walked yesterday? I hope you sleep well tonight so you have a happy first day of work tomorrow!

Day 28

Boy, am I getting close to having to decide upon a new goal!

I was, again, successful with this 30 day goal! 3 miles today. I am not positive of the time other then the fact that is WAS over 30 minutes. I do not know if the day will ever come that I am running a 10 minute mile again. We shall see! That will be my ultimate goal.

It was a nice day for a jog, but hot. Well, let me rephrase - I apparently waited for the hottest part of the day to get out and about!

Farmer's Market today, as you know. Since I already told you! Man, those grapes are good. So glad I got them. Purple beans today, too. And, of course, figs!!!

I just took a 15 minute nap. I actually try not to nap because I am afraid of not sleeping at night. But I just could not help it, so I gave in. It was only 15 minutes or so but I feel more refreshed.

I'm torn about my next 30 days. It is either going to be a strength goal (push ups/core) or a specific distance. I am leaning toward distance because I want that kind of activity (jogging) to become a true daily habit.

Good Morning

I usually don't walk on Sundays but this being my last Sunday of vacation and all I did. Walked 3 times around the field and then up to the mailbox to get the paper and that was 32 minutes so I ran out of music! Had a 30 minute playlist going. Your guy...Barry Manilow. Very windy here today but nice otherwise. Mom, Grandma, Poppa, and Megan are leaving tomorrow morning for the farm. Yesterday Josh was all set to go, too, but came over this morning to say he's changed his mind. He was so lonesome that week over in De Pere. Of course, he didn't say that but we could tell. Anyway, he's gonna stay home with his Dad. And me! Have a good day.

My new goal!

I'm aiming for 10!


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Day 27 Revisited

I'm catching up over here!

I am so tired from this darned flu that I've been doing a whole lot of nothing! On purpose! That said, I had a really good jog today. I took my new Kensington route and added a couple extra loop-de-loos and, according to walkjogrun.net, I traveled 3.75 miles. I think it is safe to imagine that with my warm up and cool down walking that rounds up to 4 miles. Anyway, it was nice to get back on the horse.

And I am glad I decided to get back on the horse today. The power of the mind is amazing. Initially I was thinking I was too tired to run so I would just walk. Then I decided I would just jog as long as I wanted and I could always stop and walk. Well, I jogged and it was not difficult. It felt good and I felt strong. So, as I was planning, I made an assumption. I am glad I decided to challenge that assumption!

So.....apparently pulled a muscle on my left side. Weird because it is not a leg muscle - it is above my hip and below my ribs. Man. I'm ignoring it for now!

Saw one of my coworkers jogging when I was out. Small world and all that.

Good Morning

It's me again! See my email note to you about my doctor visit yesterday. Didn't mention there, however, that my blood sugar, triglyceride, and cholesterol numbers are all great. Feel very good about that. Walked this morning with the Oak Ridge Boys singing old time gospel songs. Some good, some not so good. Another gorgeous day on tap here. Had a nice birthday party for Josh last night. Angie left on her youth mission trip to Mexico this morning. Mom, Grandma and Poppa are leaving for Montana on Monday (I think). That's all the news from Lake Wobegone.

Day 26 Revisited

I call a do-over!!

I am sort of back in the saddle. No jogging today - I'm just not up for that level of exercise. But I did a lot of walking. I walked for 40 minutes at lunch today. Maybe 2.5 miles. Not sure exactly. But it was really nice to take a break and get some moving about in. After work I went for a totally non-health walk. A mosey really. I was out for an hour and did my 3.5 mile loop. So that is good!

Eating was good today until we had cheesecake for my coworker's birthday! His 12 year old son made it (and was there for the eating) so obviously I HAD to have a piece. Just to be nice, of course. I mean, it is not like I actually LIKE cheesecake! No!

I am feeling so much better. I really had a pounding headache all night last night. Tonight I am just worn out but no headache and my stomach is stable. Road to recovery!

Good Morning

Was up at 6 this morning! Had my devotions and my walk and then had to be at the OMC clinic at 8 am for blood work. Checking my levels. Now just finished breakfast. We didn't get a drop of rain yesterday! It all went south of us. So I watered the garden last night. Jeff and Stacy arrived about 4 pm and visited until 5:30. Then they went to their races at Cedar Lake and i don't know when they came back. Still in bed this morning so I haven't seen them today yet either! We're celebrating Josh's birthday here tonight so that's when he'll find out about his big trip coming up in October.

Hope you have a good day!