So, I stepped on the scale again today after I got done with the Cardio30 class completely expecting not much to have happened. But....ta-da!!! Down another 5.4 pounds to 191.0. HELL YEAH! I was even able to do the standing portions on the bike today for almost all of them. DOUBLE hell yeah!
The last couple have weeks have been stressful with "life" stuff. But, I'm making it work. I can't tell you how much the gym helps with all of that. I feel much more energized and ready to face what's thrown at me after I'm there and have worked my ass off. It's crazy working a 12 hour shift on Saturdays for clinicals, going to school, and then working full time. I'm pretty sure I'd strangle a kitten if I didn't have some sort of outlet. Just sayin'.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Group Core Didn't Kick My Ass!!
So, I went to the Group Core class today expecting to totally get my ass kicked. Everyone says it'll work you and it'll suck at the end of the day. It totally didn't suck! Now, don't get me wrong, it's not like it was all lollipops and cupcakes. But it was fun. And my abs and shoulders are definitely feeling it.
On top of that, I won some awesome swag. For their launch week they're giving away fun things during their group classes. Yesterday at Cardio30, April won a free coffee and a kick-ass pair of old school sunglasses. Today, because I was wearing all black and rocking the black headband, I got a Core Towel. They use it in the class for some of the exercises and stabilizing your arms.
I also promised some of my readers I'd post a picture of "TEH HAWTNESS" sporting the black sweat band. SO, here you go. :)
Don't hate me because of my black sweat band. Hate me because I can rock it like that...even if it does make my forehead look gigantic. But, you know, everyone wants prosthetic foreheads on their real heads (sorry...had to bust out with the They Might Be Giants).
On top of that, I won some awesome swag. For their launch week they're giving away fun things during their group classes. Yesterday at Cardio30, April won a free coffee and a kick-ass pair of old school sunglasses. Today, because I was wearing all black and rocking the black headband, I got a Core Towel. They use it in the class for some of the exercises and stabilizing your arms.
I also promised some of my readers I'd post a picture of "TEH HAWTNESS" sporting the black sweat band. SO, here you go. :)
Don't hate me because of my black sweat band. Hate me because I can rock it like that...even if it does make my forehead look gigantic. But, you know, everyone wants prosthetic foreheads on their real heads (sorry...had to bust out with the They Might Be Giants).
Tuesday, April 16, 2013
Back in the saddle...
Holy cow! The last two weeks have been stressful, hectic, and lazy all at the same time. I haven't hit the gym since the week before last when I went to Club Dance. I understand that everyone has time issues, but I really have tried to make exercise a priority.
So, I'm back in the saddle...with a vengeance.
This morning, I had every intention of getting up and going to the 0515 group ride class at the gym near the school. When my alarm went off at 0430, however, my body had other ideas. I managed to wake up enough to turn off the alarm and reset it. I know, bad me. I did make up for it though.
After class was out at 1020, I headed to the gym. I spent about 30 minutes on the treadmill and took a break. Then, I headed into the Cardio30 class (basically, a shorter version of the group ride class). My hips hurt. I know, I keep complaining about the same things with this stupid bike class. The good news is that my girl parts don't hurt this time. The bad news is that my hips and quads hurt. Like a mo-fo. That means it's working, right?
I've also been drinking a crap-ton of water today. I know I should drink more water, but I hate water. I'm chalking it up to my groovy new cup...with plastic ice cubes. Oh, and it's purple...even more awesome.
This week is also "Launch Week" at the gym I go to. They have all sorts of fun prizes and a punch card for when you go to group classes. Whoever has the most classes/punches in this week and next gets a free month of membership dues plus a three-month membership for a friend. The instructors get points if you wear all black to their class and extra points if you wear a black headband (they're $1.00 at the counter). I totally rocked the black headband and black clothes today. Cuz that's the way I roll.
So, I'm back in the saddle...with a vengeance.
This morning, I had every intention of getting up and going to the 0515 group ride class at the gym near the school. When my alarm went off at 0430, however, my body had other ideas. I managed to wake up enough to turn off the alarm and reset it. I know, bad me. I did make up for it though.
After class was out at 1020, I headed to the gym. I spent about 30 minutes on the treadmill and took a break. Then, I headed into the Cardio30 class (basically, a shorter version of the group ride class). My hips hurt. I know, I keep complaining about the same things with this stupid bike class. The good news is that my girl parts don't hurt this time. The bad news is that my hips and quads hurt. Like a mo-fo. That means it's working, right?
I've also been drinking a crap-ton of water today. I know I should drink more water, but I hate water. I'm chalking it up to my groovy new cup...with plastic ice cubes. Oh, and it's purple...even more awesome.
This week is also "Launch Week" at the gym I go to. They have all sorts of fun prizes and a punch card for when you go to group classes. Whoever has the most classes/punches in this week and next gets a free month of membership dues plus a three-month membership for a friend. The instructors get points if you wear all black to their class and extra points if you wear a black headband (they're $1.00 at the counter). I totally rocked the black headband and black clothes today. Cuz that's the way I roll.
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Club Dance!
Today, since there was no lab or class in the morning, I grabbed Emmy and we headed to the gym. My main goal was to try out the Club Dance class. Holy cow, it was fun!! I've said this more than once, but when I dance I look like a retarded duck. With epilepsy. But it was still fun. I felt completely wiped out by the end of the class and my face looked like a tomato. Additionally, I feel like I need to raid the 80's closet for cooler, neon shoes.
Emmy had so much fun. Since I've been going before work, she hasn't gotten to go with me lately, and she's even missed it. She was super excited to go see Tina today (the most awesome lady at the gym...ever) but insisted on wearing her pink piggy pajamas. I figure we pick our battles, so she wore the jammies.
I have also decided I need a better goal. Just "get in shape and lose weight" doesn't really qualify as a goal. Sure, it's big picture stuff, but in order to get to the big picture place, I have to do little goals to keep myself motivated. So, I have my first goal. I've had this pair of jeans forever. They're awesome and I'm sure they would make my butt look amazing. However, I've never actually worn them. I bought them thinking they would fit and, um, not so much. They're junior sizing. I can get them on and zipped (if I lay down) but they look horrible and I can't sit down in them. So, they are my first goal. By April 30th, I will wear these jeans.
Emmy had so much fun. Since I've been going before work, she hasn't gotten to go with me lately, and she's even missed it. She was super excited to go see Tina today (the most awesome lady at the gym...ever) but insisted on wearing her pink piggy pajamas. I figure we pick our battles, so she wore the jammies.
I have also decided I need a better goal. Just "get in shape and lose weight" doesn't really qualify as a goal. Sure, it's big picture stuff, but in order to get to the big picture place, I have to do little goals to keep myself motivated. So, I have my first goal. I've had this pair of jeans forever. They're awesome and I'm sure they would make my butt look amazing. However, I've never actually worn them. I bought them thinking they would fit and, um, not so much. They're junior sizing. I can get them on and zipped (if I lay down) but they look horrible and I can't sit down in them. So, they are my first goal. By April 30th, I will wear these jeans.
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