Thankfully I am doing better getting my workout done as planned than actually blogging as planned. I think one day off isn't too bad though.
Yesterday I completed Handstand 2 which was oddly similar to Handstand 1.....except it doubled your workout and your pain. Kind of like double your pleasure, double your fun if you take some kind of sick joy in not being able to move normally the next day. I did have fun with the class so that is definitely a positive. Unfortunately, I think I really need to be working on my lower body flexibility also because it majorly PAINFUL to walk around today.
My entire day at work, where I walk A LOT, was filled with me trying not to look like I'm waddling around like a duck. "Nope I'm not doing my best charades impression, just actually trying to get healthy again. Good guess with mallard though!" I'll recover and I think to aid in that, I'm going to use today as my rest day and do my core workout tomorrow (the planned rest day. Total rebel over here)
I'm actually going back to debating on if I should get up earlier in the morning and complete my workout then. It's been a bit hard cramming everything in after work and there have been nights where we're not eating dinner until 7:30 or 8:00 which is too late for me. Getting my workout in before work would also be good for Scouters and Aug Pog. While I've been doing a lot better getting me moving, it hasn't gone as well getting them out and about as I was hoping when I started this.
Running has kind of been pushed to the back burner for now since the weather is starting to get crappier (and darker) which takes away my activity with them. Tyler and I have been doing Frisbee more often in the last few weeks than we've done in a long time so there's a positive. Basically, getting the dogs active as really fallen on Tyler because I'm completely spent when I'm done with my class for the day. I'd like to make it so we could do something as a family (ie chase Scout around the coffee table while Auggie tries to jump on us as he whines). Early morning workouts would help this too......
BUT SLEEP!!!
As you can tell, still quite the debate. For now, I'm just going to go waddle over to stretch some where I'm sure I'll have all the furry help I can stand.
FITBIT for the Week
Steps: 62,186
Distance: 28.48 mi
Floors Climbed: 74
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Saturday, September 26, 2015
Guilt Trip Express
It's Saturday and after I make it through today's workout, I will have officially completed week 1 of the Handstand Entry Series!
I'm taking a minute to revel in that fact because I haven't been able to stick to any kind of workout routine in such a long time that this is a mini victory in itself. My shoulders are definitely getting some major action along with my core, but for as much as I feel like I'm going to keel over (I'm looking at you Core 1/2), I'm actually no where near as sore as I thought I would be. The workouts are still demanding, but they're feeling easier for me at the same time.
What's not getting easier for me is attempting to workout when I'm the only one home. Tyler is out at the moment and I actually attempted to finish week 1 just a bit ago but walked out of the office with extreme failure....and frustration. At first I tried leaving the door open because the dogs like knowing where their people are at all times. They are SUPER needy with Auggie being the worst of the two. Of course the warm up for today includes jumping jacks. I'll remind you that Auggie loves to jump on people. This did not go well. After being jumped on and yelling at him multiple times (Scout just play bowed to me) I ended up throwing them out and shutting the door. Scout doesn't like it when I yell because it means she's in trouble, so she hightailed it out of there. Auggie on the other hand proceeded to whine and scratch at the door. (SUPER NEEDY) This pretty much killed any motivation and focus that I had so I'll try to complete it when Tyler gets home and can keep them busy.
I love my dogs.
They drive me insane but I love them. People tease Tyler and I about how we treat them like our kids, and we really do. This is why after I proceed to get frustrated at them for disrupting my workout, I think get 10 times more frustrated at myself for yelling at them. When Scout timidly prances up to me with her ears down because she thinks I might still be mad it tears me up and she instantly gets cuddles and maybe a treat. (Although I think she's starting to catch on and use that against me). Then she's all about getting her chin scratched. Auggie just wiggles up to me lovingly like nothing ever happened. Some days I think he either has a selective memory or just is that quick to forgive. Even now as I'm using the foot he isn't laying on to rub his back, his little tail and butt are wiggling. Like a true dog parent (or parent in general I think) even when other people think our dogs are annoying, I can't help but think of times like this and go "how did we get so lucky?"
Snuggles and maybe a bit of fruit Popsicle are in order for the puppies. They won't realize that they're getting it because I think I'm terrible for putting my workout over them, but I think they'll appreciate it all the same.
I'm taking a minute to revel in that fact because I haven't been able to stick to any kind of workout routine in such a long time that this is a mini victory in itself. My shoulders are definitely getting some major action along with my core, but for as much as I feel like I'm going to keel over (I'm looking at you Core 1/2), I'm actually no where near as sore as I thought I would be. The workouts are still demanding, but they're feeling easier for me at the same time.
What's not getting easier for me is attempting to workout when I'm the only one home. Tyler is out at the moment and I actually attempted to finish week 1 just a bit ago but walked out of the office with extreme failure....and frustration. At first I tried leaving the door open because the dogs like knowing where their people are at all times. They are SUPER needy with Auggie being the worst of the two. Of course the warm up for today includes jumping jacks. I'll remind you that Auggie loves to jump on people. This did not go well. After being jumped on and yelling at him multiple times (Scout just play bowed to me) I ended up throwing them out and shutting the door. Scout doesn't like it when I yell because it means she's in trouble, so she hightailed it out of there. Auggie on the other hand proceeded to whine and scratch at the door. (SUPER NEEDY) This pretty much killed any motivation and focus that I had so I'll try to complete it when Tyler gets home and can keep them busy.
I love my dogs.
They drive me insane but I love them. People tease Tyler and I about how we treat them like our kids, and we really do. This is why after I proceed to get frustrated at them for disrupting my workout, I think get 10 times more frustrated at myself for yelling at them. When Scout timidly prances up to me with her ears down because she thinks I might still be mad it tears me up and she instantly gets cuddles and maybe a treat. (Although I think she's starting to catch on and use that against me). Then she's all about getting her chin scratched. Auggie just wiggles up to me lovingly like nothing ever happened. Some days I think he either has a selective memory or just is that quick to forgive. Even now as I'm using the foot he isn't laying on to rub his back, his little tail and butt are wiggling. Like a true dog parent (or parent in general I think) even when other people think our dogs are annoying, I can't help but think of times like this and go "how did we get so lucky?"
Snuggles and maybe a bit of fruit Popsicle are in order for the puppies. They won't realize that they're getting it because I think I'm terrible for putting my workout over them, but I think they'll appreciate it all the same.
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Sick Day
Today was a rest day with the Gymnastic Bodies online course so I had planned on running around outside with the dogs. Lots of Frisbee, some chase, and just letting them be out in some open space. You'd think with how often I say that we throw the Frisbee for them, that they would get tired of it. NOPE! Those two are absolutely CRAZY about it. If I'm just holding it in my hand trying to let them rest, Auggie will do everything short of using his mouth to make the throwing motion of my arm to get that thing in the air. Jumping straight up, smacking it with his nose or paw, jumping and nudging my arm. You name it, he does it.
Scout gets excited but for the most part she's realized that rests aren't so bad. She'll lay down in front of me for a few minutes and then pop up and tap the Frisbee in my hand when she's ready to sprint has fast as her legs will go again.
Unfortunately, what was just going to be a rest day from my workouts turned into a rest day for the whole family. Tyler was sick and so was Auggie apparently. I got an email at work telling me that the poor little guy was throwing up this morning. Neither of us are sure what caused it but one thing is for sure, he's the most pathetic thing ever when he's sick. Think of the bad puppy face that dogs get, combined with him attempting to tuck his non-existent tail and still managing to wiggle but at a much slower rate. Makes me want to do nothing but curl up with him on the couch all day.
Auggie's doing better now for the most part. I think it's going to take him till tomorrow to get his energy up again (he's currently passed out on top of Tyler) but at least he hasn't thrown up since this morning. Scout has been pretty sympathetic and is showing her caring by taking up all the space next to me on the couch. Obviously her slowly pushing me off the cushions while being snuggled under the blanket is her way of showing her love.
Tomorrow we all should be able to get back to making ourselves into better humans/puppies. Depending on how the dogs and Tyler are, outside time may be cut short. I'm happy to report that I COMPLETED the Core 1/2 class (I'm so happy to say that I finished it this time!) so I will be completing the first Tuckup class tomorrow. I'll let you know how it goes!
FITBIT Stats for the last week
Steps: 61,407
Distance: 28.12 mi
Floors Climbed: 90
Scout gets excited but for the most part she's realized that rests aren't so bad. She'll lay down in front of me for a few minutes and then pop up and tap the Frisbee in my hand when she's ready to sprint has fast as her legs will go again.
Unfortunately, what was just going to be a rest day from my workouts turned into a rest day for the whole family. Tyler was sick and so was Auggie apparently. I got an email at work telling me that the poor little guy was throwing up this morning. Neither of us are sure what caused it but one thing is for sure, he's the most pathetic thing ever when he's sick. Think of the bad puppy face that dogs get, combined with him attempting to tuck his non-existent tail and still managing to wiggle but at a much slower rate. Makes me want to do nothing but curl up with him on the couch all day.
Auggie's doing better now for the most part. I think it's going to take him till tomorrow to get his energy up again (he's currently passed out on top of Tyler) but at least he hasn't thrown up since this morning. Scout has been pretty sympathetic and is showing her caring by taking up all the space next to me on the couch. Obviously her slowly pushing me off the cushions while being snuggled under the blanket is her way of showing her love.
Tomorrow we all should be able to get back to making ourselves into better humans/puppies. Depending on how the dogs and Tyler are, outside time may be cut short. I'm happy to report that I COMPLETED the Core 1/2 class (I'm so happy to say that I finished it this time!) so I will be completing the first Tuckup class tomorrow. I'll let you know how it goes!
FITBIT Stats for the last week
Steps: 61,407
Distance: 28.12 mi
Floors Climbed: 90
Monday, September 21, 2015
Gold Star Day
Handstand 1 is a success! (again)
My shoulders are shaking yet again, but it was actually pretty awesome to do this workout for a second time. Even though I haven't really had the time to build up muscles/stamina yet (I won't delude myself into thinking I can get fit in a week with only a couple classes), it seemed like it was easier to complete the workout. This is most likely because I knew what was coming. The other thing that I think made today an easy day is that as soon as I walked in the door from work, I pet the dogs and then went and changed into workout clothes. No procrastinating. And I was efficient as all get out! *pats self on back while wincing*
Tyler is probably the biggest factor in me getting the workout done efficiently. He's currently doing the running with the dogs portion of the family workout. They're on their second round of frisbee and chase in the yard and I think it's his goal to keep them going for at least 45 minutes (small breaks too! they're still working on stamina just like their mom).
Today I'm really proud of our little family. We got home and got to exercising like we should be. No whining from me or Tyler, especially me. Scout and Auggie are getting their manners back down for getting their collars put on and going into the front yard. All in all, I think that this is going to be the day that I measure the other days this week against.
If I had the stickers that you used to get in kindergarten, today would definitely be a gold star day on the calendar.
My shoulders are shaking yet again, but it was actually pretty awesome to do this workout for a second time. Even though I haven't really had the time to build up muscles/stamina yet (I won't delude myself into thinking I can get fit in a week with only a couple classes), it seemed like it was easier to complete the workout. This is most likely because I knew what was coming. The other thing that I think made today an easy day is that as soon as I walked in the door from work, I pet the dogs and then went and changed into workout clothes. No procrastinating. And I was efficient as all get out! *pats self on back while wincing*
Tyler is probably the biggest factor in me getting the workout done efficiently. He's currently doing the running with the dogs portion of the family workout. They're on their second round of frisbee and chase in the yard and I think it's his goal to keep them going for at least 45 minutes (small breaks too! they're still working on stamina just like their mom).
Today I'm really proud of our little family. We got home and got to exercising like we should be. No whining from me or Tyler, especially me. Scout and Auggie are getting their manners back down for getting their collars put on and going into the front yard. All in all, I think that this is going to be the day that I measure the other days this week against.
If I had the stickers that you used to get in kindergarten, today would definitely be a gold star day on the calendar.
Sunday, September 20, 2015
Week 2
As we're scrambling to get all the chores done early today, it just makes me realize how little I actually accomplished as far as much workout goals last week. Don't get me wrong. Two workouts is pretty impressive for me. I just don't think that's enough progress. Being excessively sore can be a reason to skip one day, but more than that is just making excuses.
I let life get in the way. There's really no other way to put it. The workouts weren't as much of a priority as they should have been so they were easy to skip.
Because of that, I'm going to redo the first week of the handstands course. (Is it really redoing if I only did half???) How about, I'm going to complete the first week. I think that's better. It's going to be another busy week and it's going to be another challenge, but I need to pick myself up and keep trying.
I especially need to get Scout moving with me. Not that she's crazy overweight or anything, but she isn't looking like the lean, mean, bird hunting machine that she is. (or Auggie stalking machine since he seems to be her favorite thing to point.) It seems like we're building up some of their stamina since both Scout and Auggie are lasting longer and longer with frisbee, but we need to make it a habit with them, just like I need to do for me.
I let life get in the way. There's really no other way to put it. The workouts weren't as much of a priority as they should have been so they were easy to skip.
Because of that, I'm going to redo the first week of the handstands course. (Is it really redoing if I only did half???) How about, I'm going to complete the first week. I think that's better. It's going to be another busy week and it's going to be another challenge, but I need to pick myself up and keep trying.
I especially need to get Scout moving with me. Not that she's crazy overweight or anything, but she isn't looking like the lean, mean, bird hunting machine that she is. (or Auggie stalking machine since he seems to be her favorite thing to point.) It seems like we're building up some of their stamina since both Scout and Auggie are lasting longer and longer with frisbee, but we need to make it a habit with them, just like I need to do for me.
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Go Doggie Go
Woops! No post yesterday.
It was a very busy day and rather than finish the workout that I started on Wednesday, I ended up playing frisbee and running around with Scout and Auggie in the yard. They seemed to enjoy it way more than watching me do a work out. Lots of sprinting between the three of us and plenty of acrobatics and tumbles for them. Overall, a very good way to spend the afternoon.
Today's activity is inside because it's been pouring rain off and on. My workout has been put off due to me being lazy and still sore. Not a good excuse, but I'm just burned out at the moment. That combined with the fact that I feel like I need to speed clean my house for company coming over tomorrow.....that counts as a workout in itself.
I've also decided that I'll post my fitbit results weekly when they send out my little updates. It's just too cumbersome to try and post daily. Same with workouts. MWF + either Sat or Sun seems much more reasonable to me. However I will be skipping tomorrow due to the company being here.
In the mean time, I have two puppies wrestling at my feet that need to be chased!
It was a very busy day and rather than finish the workout that I started on Wednesday, I ended up playing frisbee and running around with Scout and Auggie in the yard. They seemed to enjoy it way more than watching me do a work out. Lots of sprinting between the three of us and plenty of acrobatics and tumbles for them. Overall, a very good way to spend the afternoon.
Today's activity is inside because it's been pouring rain off and on. My workout has been put off due to me being lazy and still sore. Not a good excuse, but I'm just burned out at the moment. That combined with the fact that I feel like I need to speed clean my house for company coming over tomorrow.....that counts as a workout in itself.
I've also decided that I'll post my fitbit results weekly when they send out my little updates. It's just too cumbersome to try and post daily. Same with workouts. MWF + either Sat or Sun seems much more reasonable to me. However I will be skipping tomorrow due to the company being here.
In the mean time, I have two puppies wrestling at my feet that need to be chased!
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
White flags
Today's workout was supposed to be Core 1/2. It's a very basic circuit style workout where you move from static to dynamic core work. What I did of it I'm sure I'll feel tomorrow.
I say that's what the workout was supposed to be because I did not finish it. Really I only got half way in before I stopped. While my abs were starting to burn, that wasn't the reason that I decided to postpone the second half. It was because I was so upset and angry.
The attitude that I start workouts with sets the tone for what I'm going to do. Today was an especially bad day at work and rather than working out all my emotions, I was just building them up. Between the mental screaming that I was doing and the guilt I was heaping on myself for ignoring the dogs when I got home in an attempt to try and calm down, it was just a brewing storm.
There are some moves in Core 1/2 that I have trouble coordinating my body with, side V ups are my enemy. I've always struggled with feeling like I'm activating the right muscles while doing this motion. This was what killed it for me today. Rather than attempting to get better at something, I was just getting more and more frustrated.
I knew that this was just going to get worse if I didn't stop.
There is a difference between being frustrated because you're doing something hard and being frustrated because you started that way. On a normal day, I would have let that frustration push me to try and get better at the stupid V ups. If I had continued to push myself through the workout today, I think it would have been detrimental to my goal of getting back into a rhythm/schedule of working out & being active. My work caused frustration would have carried over and been directed at the classes which is likely to slow me down on doing them. I just started to be excited about the idea of doing planned workouts again and I don't want to crush that.
Mentally, I just needed a win today. Something easy, something I felt good at. That was just not happening. And you know what? Throwing up a white flag sometimes is okay. I just have to recognize when to do it.
I'm proud that I at least attempted to do the workout today. There are going to be really bad days sometimes when I just want to scream and throw things. I'm proud that I didn't let this attitude make me completely skip my workout like I would have done before. Part of me was hoping that it would channel that rage into something else today, but it's okay that it didn't. Right now I'm focusing on my small victory of pushing myself to get started today even if I didn't finish.
Tomorrow I'll complete the exercise so I don't fall behind on the week but I'll do it without feeling guilty.
Fitbit
Steps:12, 230
Distance: 5.6 miles
Calories: 2,220
Elevation: 18 floors
I say that's what the workout was supposed to be because I did not finish it. Really I only got half way in before I stopped. While my abs were starting to burn, that wasn't the reason that I decided to postpone the second half. It was because I was so upset and angry.
The attitude that I start workouts with sets the tone for what I'm going to do. Today was an especially bad day at work and rather than working out all my emotions, I was just building them up. Between the mental screaming that I was doing and the guilt I was heaping on myself for ignoring the dogs when I got home in an attempt to try and calm down, it was just a brewing storm.
There are some moves in Core 1/2 that I have trouble coordinating my body with, side V ups are my enemy. I've always struggled with feeling like I'm activating the right muscles while doing this motion. This was what killed it for me today. Rather than attempting to get better at something, I was just getting more and more frustrated.
I knew that this was just going to get worse if I didn't stop.
There is a difference between being frustrated because you're doing something hard and being frustrated because you started that way. On a normal day, I would have let that frustration push me to try and get better at the stupid V ups. If I had continued to push myself through the workout today, I think it would have been detrimental to my goal of getting back into a rhythm/schedule of working out & being active. My work caused frustration would have carried over and been directed at the classes which is likely to slow me down on doing them. I just started to be excited about the idea of doing planned workouts again and I don't want to crush that.
Mentally, I just needed a win today. Something easy, something I felt good at. That was just not happening. And you know what? Throwing up a white flag sometimes is okay. I just have to recognize when to do it.
I'm proud that I at least attempted to do the workout today. There are going to be really bad days sometimes when I just want to scream and throw things. I'm proud that I didn't let this attitude make me completely skip my workout like I would have done before. Part of me was hoping that it would channel that rage into something else today, but it's okay that it didn't. Right now I'm focusing on my small victory of pushing myself to get started today even if I didn't finish.
Tomorrow I'll complete the exercise so I don't fall behind on the week but I'll do it without feeling guilty.
Fitbit
Steps:12, 230
Distance: 5.6 miles
Calories: 2,220
Elevation: 18 floors
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