It Ain't Easy, but Damn I Look Good

[kledbetter]

cardio - 25 mins bike
*I really wanted to do 30 mins but my hip wasn't having any of that*

calories: 1298
fat: 13.1g (9%)
carbs: 149.2g (46%)
protein: 144.8g (45%)

*Ooops I forgot my flaxseed oil, so fats are a little low today.

Basically today I worked, slept, and watched tv. super exciting. I really need to do more work, I'm so behind from surgery and recovery. I did do some laundry, that was good.

Originally Posted by AgeRage

Stretch stretch stretch!! I know the feeling and do you have a foam roller??? They are AMAZING!

That's awesome about the trainer!! Def. take advantage of her wisdom/experience!

I have a foam roller, but its so painful!! I think i'm too tight to do it too myself.

[vanillabn]

Nutrition looks good, other than the fats being low!!

I need to do laundry too

Hope your weekend's going well though. Glad you got lots of rest yesterday...you probably need it!!

[serinebean]

Foam rollers......I need one......but I hate them almost as much as I hate fish oil.
But....
...say the oil makes me leaner..and or the roller makes it better.....I am sure I will find new love!

I love naps. I think if left to my own cycle...Id nap off and on and not sleep 8 hrs straight...lol. Not the best, eh?

Good looking work outs!!
Take care of that hip! Thats no good!!!

[twinnett]

I would have eaten a ton of almonds...or PB!! yum! lol

[kledbetter]

Um so I went a little diet crazy today.... chocolate, extra oatmeal, some really good low cal chocolate crackers, o and more chocolate.

I worked 9-7, took a nap for 2 hours, and now have been working for the past hour, will prolly work for another hour. The end of the month is deadline time for hours billed.

Needless to say the gym didn't happen. Pain is exhausting. Its okay I went 6 days in a row.

calories: 1874
Fat: 70.4g (34%)
Carbs: 192g (41%)
Protein 121g (26%)

*This includes all my chocolate and my other snacks..... too much fat, too many carbs

[kledbetter]

Originally Posted by vanillabn

Nutrition looks good, other than the fats being low!!

I need to do laundry too

Hope your weekend's going well though. Glad you got lots of rest yesterday...you probably need it!!

Thanks! Yeah the pain is exhausting.

Originally Posted by serinebean

Foam rollers......I need one......but I hate them almost as much as I hate fish oil.
But....
...say the oil makes me leaner..and or the roller makes it better.....I am sure I will find new love!

I love naps. I think if left to my own cycle...Id nap off and on and not sleep 8 hrs straight...lol. Not the best, eh?

Good looking work outs!!
Take care of that hip! Thats no good!!!

Yeah the roller can be very positive. its just so painfull!!! Good attitude though, I will start to think of things like that...

naps are FABULOUS!

The hip is well... improving I guess... still have a long way to go.... I WANT TO SQUAT!!!

Originally Posted by twinnett

I would have eaten a ton of almonds...or PB!! yum! lol

hehe had i realized it before bed time I would have

[kledbetter]

I just had a sandwich ... i'm so hungry or something

[kledbetter]

I'm fat and I deserve to be fat because I eat everything in sight.


ok back to work

[twinnett]

Don't talk like that!!! You deserve to be healthy and happy and NOT work 24-7!!!

Those macros are pretty darn good if they include the treats and chocolate!

[vanillabn]

Katie!!! Not true

I agree with Tara, dont talk like that!!!! Those macros DON'T look bad! I think what you deserve is some time off hanging out on a beach or something!!!

[kledbetter]

Originally Posted by twinnett

Don't talk like that!!! You deserve to be healthy and happy and NOT work 24-7!!!

Those macros are pretty darn good if they include the treats and chocolate!

Originally Posted by vanillabn

Katie!!! Not true

I agree with Tara, dont talk like that!!!! Those macros DON'T look bad! I think what you deserve is some time off hanging out on a beach or something!!!

Well yeah yesterday wasn't too bad but today.... I stuck with my diet for 3 meals. Then the rest of the day I had 3 subway cookies, 3 four inch subway subs, and about 30 hershey kisses... o and then mcdonalds for dinner. I hate staying at work till 9.

If I keep eating like this I should be fat.... I feel like I deserve time to take care of myself and workout and eat right... It makes me feel good.

I just took 2 weeks off for surgery... I think that counts as most of my vacation for the year.

I'm so tired....

[vanillabn]

Originally Posted by kledbetter

I just took 2 weeks off for surgery... I think that counts as most of my vacation for the year.

I'm so tired....

Uh... nope... surgery is NOT the same thing as VACATION!!

hehe.

I don't know what to suggest! Working until 9 sucks... I think we'd all be a little burnt out after working that much. You DO deserve time to take care of yourself (as you said). I hope you get some more time to do that.
We're all here for you even if you just need to vent!

[serinebean]

I am sorry you are struggling
No one deserves to be fat......except that gril in third grade who stole your boy friend .

I am like that with sweets too....I wont stop, and then I feel like ****. I avoid them like the plague too.
Cant subway be ok? Mc Donalds has chicken and stuff, no? Or are you just stressed to all bejeezus and just grab and go?

Whatever it is, I hope that you realize you can undo this.....you are a strong (stubborn) lady, (I mean you got through law school ) and this may be a bad moment, week, whatever......but you will be back when you are ready.
I know once I get rolling, I feel good and it gets easier. The same with the neg patterns.

I totally hear ya....and in no way mean to offend you.....
but I hope you have a better day tomorrow.

[kledbetter]

I WENT THE GYM!!! YAY!!!
(It makes me feel so much better to workout)

Shoulders
Warm up - 15 mins
Circular plate drivers: 10x12, 10x12
Smith shoulder press: 65x20, 85x15, 95x11, 105x5 (75x15.. extra set)
Smith upright rows: 65x20, 75x12
Alt front db raises: 10x10, 8x12
side cable raises: 5x15, 5x12
cardio - 15 mins
then pt exercises

*I would've done another 15 mins of cardio, but it was 11pm by the time I finished my PT work.

calories: 1886
fat: 67g ( 32%)
carbs: 139g (29%)
protein: 175.1g (37%)

*Well I finished the chocolate today! So its in the macros and now it is gone!!! I also had a serving of graham crackers today and a serving of almonds. Guess it doesn't look too bad despite the fact I stuffed my face all day long.

I was EXHAUSTED all day at work. I got in like 20 mins late, and left at 6pm. i think I was pretty productive even though I just wanted to sleep all day. Tomorrow I have to be in by 8am, so that means I am going to miss therapy. Which sucks cause I this is the first week I could use it in a while.

I'm kind of awake now, but I know I should go to sleep ...

[kledbetter]

Originally Posted by vanillabn

Uh... nope... surgery is NOT the same thing as VACATION!!

hehe.

I don't know what to suggest! Working until 9 sucks... I think we'd all be a little burnt out after working that much. You DO deserve time to take care of yourself (as you said). I hope you get some more time to do that.
We're all here for you even if you just need to vent!

Originally Posted by serinebean

I am sorry you are struggling
No one deserves to be fat......except that gril in third grade who stole your boy friend .

I am like that with sweets too....I wont stop, and then I feel like ****. I avoid them like the plague too.
Cant subway be ok? Mc Donalds has chicken and stuff, no? Or are you just stressed to all bejeezus and just grab and go?

Whatever it is, I hope that you realize you can undo this.....you are a strong (stubborn) lady, (I mean you got through law school ) and this may be a bad moment, week, whatever......but you will be back when you are ready.
I know once I get rolling, I feel good and it gets easier. The same with the neg patterns.

I totally hear ya....and in no way mean to offend you.....
but I hope you have a better day tomorrow.

thanks y'all. I really appreciate it. I AM STUBBORN. haha

I'm just stressed out. Work is crazy. I'm still in a lot of pain. I'm ready to get my life back together. Or at least keep up a gym schedule it makes me so much happier!!

THANKS AGAIN

[amj0883]

I hope you get to feeling better soon!!

I would personally try to get the pain under control and then focus hard core on the gym...I'd hate to see you hurt yourself even further! I hoep work gets a little less stressful....

[kledbetter]

Chest
Warm up - 10 mins
Incline Press: 45x20, 55x12, 55x11, 60x6, 60x6
Bench Press: 60x12, 60x12, 65x6, 70x6
Incline DB Flys: 8s x15, 10sx12, 10sx12
Side Stepping on the Treadmill
Balance work
Cardio - 17 mins ... they turned off the lights, figured I should stop.

Calories:1350
Fat: 21.2g (14%)
Carbs: 133.6g (40%)
Protein: 152g (44%)

* I had a dinner roll instead of a protein shake this afternoon.... depending how late I stay up tonight, might have another protein shake


Well I slept till about 11 today. It was good. My parents came and we cleaned. I really needed help, just been to tired and too movement limited to really do it this past week.

I CAN'T WAIT TILL MY SWEET POTATO IS READY!!!

[AgeRage]

Hi Katie!

great workouts lately! I have been MIA a bit, but seems like you're doing ok!

[kledbetter]

I gained another pound last week. I guess that is too be expected considering how much i ate last week and how little i went to the gym.


I am totally okay with my upper body, its a little jiggly but looks okay. My butt/hips/thighs on the other hand are HUGE. HUGE HUGE HUGE. I realize this is due to no leg workouts for the last 6 months. But still!


ok time to work. I also HAVE to get my nails filled today, they look gross. o and workout! Gym doesn't close tonight so no turning off the lights on me

[kledbetter]

Back
warm up - 10 mins
SLDL: 50x15, 70x12, 70x12
reverse grip lat pull downs: 55x15, 65x12, 75x6, 80x6, 45x20
db rows: 25x15, 25x12
*now my back was wiped out.. good thing workout was done
sideways treadmill walking
core rotations w/ cables
clams
reverse clams (knees together, ankles apart)
bridges on ball
hip flexion w/ abs
one leg balance work
Cardio - 25 mins

calories: 1423
fat: 27g (17%)
carbs: 149g (42%)
protein: 145g (41%)

Food was good today. And I didn't even take a nap.

Fun stuff: I got my nails done. They are bubble gum pink and I like it Eh next time I'll go for something a little more mature looking, but I want spring!!!
Then I went to tj maxx and bought two pans, two pairs of pants, and a dress. I actually need pants because my thighs and butt are too big for most of the clothes I own. OO also I bought I bunch of workout clothes online.... Can you tell its been a while since I bought clothes??? ... not that I have any money, the doctors took all that.

[merse]

i love getting my nails done, i need to get them done again soon. Im a nail biter, so i never have nails and need the fake ones. The only problem when i get them done is its hard to do up buttons and open cans cos your scared of breaking them, its funny trying to put your pants on.
Shopping is fun. I tend to get carried away when i do it, so i try not to as much as i can.

[amj0883]

Agghh TJ Maxx and Marshalls are my absolute favorite shopping sprees!! They've spoiled me and I basically refuse to buy anything from the mall or anywhere anymore! I'm glad you went shopping AND got your nails done...its good for us!!

[kledbetter]

Originally Posted by merse

i love getting my nails done, i need to get them done again soon. Im a nail biter, so i never have nails and need the fake ones. The only problem when i get them done is its hard to do up buttons and open cans cos your scared of breaking them, its funny trying to put your pants on.
Shopping is fun. I tend to get carried away when i do it, so i try not to as much as i can.

O yeah I have fake ones. I love them Once I figure out how to get my contacts out with em, everything else was a breeze.

ummm... I'm not gonna tell you how much I spent today on clothes... but I think its more than my car payment...

Originally Posted by amj0883

Agghh TJ Maxx and Marshalls are my absolute favorite shopping sprees!! They've spoiled me and I basically refuse to buy anything from the mall or anywhere anymore! I'm glad you went shopping AND got your nails done...its good for us!!

ME TOO!!! I basically don't even like to get stuff at maxx and marshalls not on sale. You can get some really cute things there, especially work stuff. Yeah I needed to just be good to myself in a way that didn't involve chocolate.

[serinebean]

What are "clams"

I miss nails...I have to admit. I had that thin silver line under a deep red...twas purdy~ Cant have em at work.

Hope your hip heals soon.

But in the mean time....retail therapy seems to be keeping you busy Sweet!

[kledbetter]

Lifesavers are better than chocolate, right?

[benyol06]

Originally Posted by kledbetter

Lifesavers are better than chocolate, right?

Hi! It is true that once your body has felt the feeling of true strength and energy, it is hard to go back to a previous lifestyle. I am impressed with all of your improvements! Good job!!

[kledbetter]

Legs... hehe
warm up - 10 mins
abductor: 40x12, 40x12
adductor: 50x12, 50x12
machine leg press: 95x25 (ok laughable easy), 135x20, 215x6, 215x6
cardio - 3 mins
Leg exts: 60x12, 60x12, 75x6
Leg curls: 60x12, 60x12
cardio - 30 min
ab machine: 30x20, 40x20
side ab machine:20x12, 30x12
PT work (side walking, balance, reverse clams)
cardio - 10 mins

* I tried to take it easy tonight. I don't want tendonitis. The only thing that was really hard were the leg extensions. Also between the SLDLs yesterday and the work tonight my hamstrings are SUPER SUPER tight. Gonna make PT fun in the morning....

Calories: 1639
Fat: 43g (23%)
Carbs: 161g (39%)
Protein: 159g (39%)

*I woke up at 5:30 and was starving. so ate bfast and went back to sleep. I stuck to my diet very well, just had some ff cool whip... okay maybe a lot of cool whip. O and a few lifesavers. But really for the most part under control.

Originally Posted by serinebean

What are "clams"

I miss nails...I have to admit. I had that thin silver line under a deep red...twas purdy~ Cant have em at work.

Hope your hip heals soon.

But in the mean time....retail therapy seems to be keeping you busy Sweet!

Yeah I hated when I worked at a restaurant and couldn't wear nail polish. Aw yeah shopping makes me very happy... too bad you have to pay for things...

clams

[serinebean]

Ahh...clams.

Umm Id so do chocolate over lifesavers.. lol. At least chocolate has some benefit...eh?

I hope you are doing better? Tight hammies suck arse.....and hurts worse to get it massaged out...yikes!!!
Good luck in the am.

Ps. I totally value your honesty!

[kledbetter]

calories: 1176
fat: 26g (20%)
carbs: 93g (32%)
protein: 137g (47%)

I may have a sandwich or something later, depends how late I stay up. O so its 10pm now... I have to prep for a trial on Thursday. O yeah my 1st trial. I have no idea what I am doing...

[amj0883]

OOOHHH good luck on the first trial!! Are you nervous at all?