Just exercise, Lowe's, and no coffee this week.
Just a few updates and thoughts to get you up to date in no particular order.
So, I haven't said much on facebook about this because I have a terrible habit of starting a new thing, telling everyone how amazing that thing is, then completely burning out within a week or two. I always quit for excellent reasons, just to be clear. For example, the running thing. That started off well. Then we spent a good month and a half with someone being sick so I couldn't get out consistently. So that didn't end so well. I knew I needed to find a realistic fitness routine for myself because...well, I'm getting older. I don't want to have osteoporosis, and I don't want to look like I'm 60 when I'm 45. My problems: 1. I'm not so great at internal motivation. I'm just not. 2. I get bored with routine. This project person needs variety or I won't stick with it. 3. I don't want to take the time to go a gym. It would take a chunk of time out of my day. And my budget. Yes, I know. It sounds like I'm making all the excuses, but these were the roadblocks to me being consistent. I've got workout videos, but they get so old so fast. BUT I think I've found a solution. I subscribed to Daily Burn. I can use the app, play it on my laptop, or stream on my TV with our Roku. It asks you questions, suggests a program, and then off you go. I'm doing the Cardio Sculp program with last 3 months. Each day I have a different workout. Rest days are scheduled for me. The workouts are realistic for my level, but I've been able to scale up as I improve. And yes. I've improved because I'm at a solid 3 weeks of doing it! Basically, I make myself workout before I let myself watch Netflix after the kids go to bed. I know, 3 weeks is nothing, but 3 weeks is longer than 1, and I don't want to quit yet. My arms are becoming more defined. I was able to pick up 60 lb bags of concrete today without hurting myself. At least, I don't think I hurt myself.
And that brings me to concrete. Jon is out of town. Again. Which means I'm in project mode. I won't share what I'm doing yet, but it involves concrete. The kids have no choice in this. This project is a solid two person job and it required a trip to Lowe's. Going to Lowe's with the kids can be a little annoying, and not because of the kids. They're great. As long as I stay in the garden, paint, or appliance section, I'm fine. However, I can feel it when I cross over into "Man Land". The faces go from friendly and welcoming to irritated and confused. I can read the men's thoughts on their befuddled faces. "Why is this woman looking at lumber with her kids?" "She better not ask me to help." or "Obviously she's lost." I ignore them and push my way through. Some men are nice in a non-condescending way. Some are just condescending. Today's trip was not too bad. I'd give more details, but I'm still hoping for a big reveal once I'm done.
Next, I'm on Day 4 of having no appreciable amount of caffeine. I've had some sweet tea, but not coffee or soda. I'm very happy to not need the coffee. I never wanted to need the caffeine. I more enjoy the habit. I don't know how long I'll go. I might even get coffee this afternoon. It's not really a goal to quit. Basically, I'm glad I haven't had a debilitating headache like I thought I would.
Finally, if I talked to you earlier this week and seem edgy or irritated, it's because I was. Sorry about that. I'm generally a grumpy person in the days leading up to Jon going on a trip. Then the day he leaves, I'm mopey. Then I do a project and feel better. It's my thing. Plus last week was Easter and I was alone at church which kind of sucked. And yes, I could have gone to visit my family, but every time I tried to make it work, something got in the way. Then they did assigned seating at church which was horrifying to me. I mean quite practical. Anyway... it was an off week.
So that's all. I'm off to Lowe's for my second trip of the day to return an extra bag of Quickrete and buy the next thing I need that I didn't buy during my first trip because honestly I wasn't sure this plan would even work. But it DID work so now I get to move to phase 2!
So, I haven't said much on facebook about this because I have a terrible habit of starting a new thing, telling everyone how amazing that thing is, then completely burning out within a week or two. I always quit for excellent reasons, just to be clear. For example, the running thing. That started off well. Then we spent a good month and a half with someone being sick so I couldn't get out consistently. So that didn't end so well. I knew I needed to find a realistic fitness routine for myself because...well, I'm getting older. I don't want to have osteoporosis, and I don't want to look like I'm 60 when I'm 45. My problems: 1. I'm not so great at internal motivation. I'm just not. 2. I get bored with routine. This project person needs variety or I won't stick with it. 3. I don't want to take the time to go a gym. It would take a chunk of time out of my day. And my budget. Yes, I know. It sounds like I'm making all the excuses, but these were the roadblocks to me being consistent. I've got workout videos, but they get so old so fast. BUT I think I've found a solution. I subscribed to Daily Burn. I can use the app, play it on my laptop, or stream on my TV with our Roku. It asks you questions, suggests a program, and then off you go. I'm doing the Cardio Sculp program with last 3 months. Each day I have a different workout. Rest days are scheduled for me. The workouts are realistic for my level, but I've been able to scale up as I improve. And yes. I've improved because I'm at a solid 3 weeks of doing it! Basically, I make myself workout before I let myself watch Netflix after the kids go to bed. I know, 3 weeks is nothing, but 3 weeks is longer than 1, and I don't want to quit yet. My arms are becoming more defined. I was able to pick up 60 lb bags of concrete today without hurting myself. At least, I don't think I hurt myself.
And that brings me to concrete. Jon is out of town. Again. Which means I'm in project mode. I won't share what I'm doing yet, but it involves concrete. The kids have no choice in this. This project is a solid two person job and it required a trip to Lowe's. Going to Lowe's with the kids can be a little annoying, and not because of the kids. They're great. As long as I stay in the garden, paint, or appliance section, I'm fine. However, I can feel it when I cross over into "Man Land". The faces go from friendly and welcoming to irritated and confused. I can read the men's thoughts on their befuddled faces. "Why is this woman looking at lumber with her kids?" "She better not ask me to help." or "Obviously she's lost." I ignore them and push my way through. Some men are nice in a non-condescending way. Some are just condescending. Today's trip was not too bad. I'd give more details, but I'm still hoping for a big reveal once I'm done.
Next, I'm on Day 4 of having no appreciable amount of caffeine. I've had some sweet tea, but not coffee or soda. I'm very happy to not need the coffee. I never wanted to need the caffeine. I more enjoy the habit. I don't know how long I'll go. I might even get coffee this afternoon. It's not really a goal to quit. Basically, I'm glad I haven't had a debilitating headache like I thought I would.
Finally, if I talked to you earlier this week and seem edgy or irritated, it's because I was. Sorry about that. I'm generally a grumpy person in the days leading up to Jon going on a trip. Then the day he leaves, I'm mopey. Then I do a project and feel better. It's my thing. Plus last week was Easter and I was alone at church which kind of sucked. And yes, I could have gone to visit my family, but every time I tried to make it work, something got in the way. Then they did assigned seating at church which was horrifying to me. I mean quite practical. Anyway... it was an off week.
So that's all. I'm off to Lowe's for my second trip of the day to return an extra bag of Quickrete and buy the next thing I need that I didn't buy during my first trip because honestly I wasn't sure this plan would even work. But it DID work so now I get to move to phase 2!
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