I know I'm still being a terrible blogger and not posting enough but I'm accepting that this is just how it is for now and I will eventually find a balance and not have to work as hard as I have been.
The scale is STILL not moving but my body is completely changing. I have no idea what's up with that other than maybe I'll wake up one day having lost 10 pounds. People have even started to notice! Swimming has started to make my shoulders look strong and my waist has made a comeback. My butt is higher and my legs are strong. My skin is dry and my highlights are faded but the positives are definitely outweighing the negatives.
Tomorrow is a huge day for me. I've decided I'm going to attempt a spin class. My choices are 6am or 5:30 pm. Not sure which one I'm going to do yet but most likely the PM version. I've always been terrified of it for a few reasons like not knowing how to adjust the bike or never being able to sit down again after but I have to conquer this silly fear. I parade around in my bathing suit at the gym so how hard can this be?!?! My best friend is visiting and she went on Sunday (she's a pro at it) and was able to report to me that it was full of all different kinds of people at all different levels and that there was nothing to be afraid of. Wish me luck. I don't think spin has ever killed anyone but I might be the first.
So there you have it folks. I'm proud to say exercise has kept me off my anxiety meds and aside from the occasional foul mood for no reason and lack of weight loss, I think I'm doing pretty well. Nothing to do except keep on keeping on. I'm hoping that once our coldest winter on record is over, I will be ready to kick it up a notch and maybe even drop some pounds.
Hope everyone is doing well. I have some catching up to do!!
Sounds as tho' your NSV are something to be proud of. A waistline, even!! I anxiously await the reappearance of mine. :) The swimming is obviously doing wonders for you. YAY!!!
ReplyDeleteYay have fun at spin! Be sure to get there a few mins early, I am sure the instructor will help you get your bike adjusted properly!
ReplyDeleteI've said it before - I am in completely different shape at the weight I am now, than when I was at this weight 18 years ago when I quit smoking. Exercise makes all the difference. Have fun at spin!
ReplyDeleteAwesome! I love spin class! I became an instructor 3 years ago and teach 3-4 times a week, but it took me several weeks before I got the nerve to even go into the spin room for my first class. Don't worry about the bike seat. You will get used to it very quickly. I have people of all sizes and ages in my spin classes. In one class, I don't have a single person under the age of 50 and they love it and work really hard. Remember to bring a water bottle, towel and some sturdy shoes. If you don't like the class, try another instructor. Each instructor is so different and it can me the difference between loving or hating the class. Get there early so the instructor can set you up and show you how to adjust the restistance knob. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you are doing great! You are probably right about all of the sudden losing pounds. Sometimes I work so hard and don't lose anything and then all of the sudden when I least expect it I lose 6 pounds in two weeks. It's funny how are bodies work.
ReplyDeleteI am really excited about hearing how your spinning class goes. I've have been wanting to do the same thing but I guess I am a little scared of the unknown. I'm sure I would do fine but walking into a new situation is so hard. I'm proud of you for deciding to just go for it. Have a great time!
I can *so* identify with where you're at. The pounds WILL come off! And I used to be terrified of spinning - enough that I wrote a whole blog post about conquering that fear. I did, and I LOVE spinning! So have fun!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back, Tina's waist! Love that you are seeing such improvements through your exercise - it really does reshape your body. The scale will catch up, eventually...at least that's what I keep telling myself, lol!
ReplyDeleteHave fun with your spinning class - remember, everyone there was once a beginner, too. Enjoy your strength!!!
I'm so happy that it's paying off for you, even though it's not showing up on the scale! See? It's not all about the numbers! (that was more for me, then you;)
ReplyDeleteGood luck in your spin class!
Good luck with the Spin class. Looking forward to hearing how you liked it.
ReplyDeleteglad to hear you are seeing a difference. not that loosing pounds is not fun too.... but visable improvements rock! don't they? Have fun spinning... i bring a gel seat pad when I go and I try to remind myself while fit in the pool I don't have to be so competitive in a room of stationary bikes until my fitness lever improves there too.
ReplyDeleteI use to swim and do water aerobics a lot before I changed gyms, and my hair and skin HATED it. I am a big fan of the Aveda Sun Care (I think that's the name of it) cleanser, and it really helped a lot. It's a combo shampoo/body wash that is suppose to be specially formulated to remove chlorine, and it worked really great for me. Sometimes it's hard to find in the stores in the winter, but you can usually always get it online.
ReplyDeleteROCK ON WITH YOUR BAD SELF!
ReplyDeleteYou sound powerful in this post. So glad for you!
I'm afraid of spin classes too! Keep us posted on how it goes!!
ReplyDeleteI have a waist too....stuck inbetween 2 huge fat rolls, lol. I'm sure it will appear ONE of these days. :)
ReplyDeleteVery proud of you for getting into the spin class. They had them at my old gym, Bodyplex, and I took one look at those tiny seats and my big ass and said forget it, lol. I switched over to Planet Fitness, and they don't offer any classes at all...what a convenient excuse!!! I'm still trying to master the elliptical anyway, so one thing at a time for me. :)
Are you sick of this stupid weather in Atlanta or what???? I am sooooo over it.
Call me soon and let's all 4 of us go out to dinner one Saturday night!!!
Have fun at spin, let us know how it goes!
ReplyDeleteGreat job, Tina!!
ReplyDeleteAnd I hope you enjoy spinning...I used to go all the time when I had a gym membership and loved it! The first time I went, my butt was so sore from the seat (LOL), but you get used to it. :)
You are doing a great job!!!! I too have a fear but it is more a fear of working out in general than a spin class. I keep telling myself that all I have to do is go there and I will feel better but I have yet to go. I can't wait to hear all about it and have fun!!!!
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Before swimming, spritz your hair with a leave-in conditioner. It coats the hair and preserves your highlights. Salons also have a special shampoo for swimmers... Swimmers Action by Malibu 2000. I didn't like it, but you might give it a try.
ReplyDeleteTell me if you like spinning! We should definitely take a class together or at least schlepp it around the mountain!
ReplyDeleteI wanted to let you know that I've nominated you for a creative writing award. To claim your award go to 100 Pounds Less and follow the rules in the post. Thanks for sharing your journey with the rest of us!
ReplyDeleteIsn't it amazing how just exercise can drastically change our mood? In the past few months it has really helped me recharge, so to speak. Having that "me" time is vital, even if I'm just tuning out to the world and watching tv while on the elliptical. Swimming seems like it is really working for you, so keep going! Get those endorphins!
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