Roseann:
Busy, busy day at work. Good news is, except for the end of the work day, I was on my feet a lot, moving, moving, moving! Although I didn't get done what I wanted to, the day went pretty well. Drowning in paperwork, but will swim through it a little at a time. My biggest concern is that I have to sit a lot for my job, as there is a lot of computer and paperwork, but will try to be cognizant of it, and try to get up as often as I can, and move as much as possible.
I was able to run after work on the track. Still was only able to run 2 miles, as my body needs to get used to the surface. But it was great when a bunch of young middle/high school girls came to the track, and none of them even ran 1/4 of a mile without having to stop and walk. I even jogged past them! That was so fun! I wanted to brag, but had to be the adult. Tee hee!
Feeling good, and working hard, doing well on my food, and loving the changes. Can't get any better than that!
Weigh-in day today, crossing my fingers, and hoping for even 1 less pound! Wish me luck!
Wishing for joy, love, and laughter, and lots of health to all of you.
Healthy Blessings,
Roseann
Friday, September 7, 2012
Thursday, September 6, 2012
Positive Reinforcement and Influencing Others
Roseann:
It was another great day with other coworkers giving their support and compliments. I am starting to get a swelled head! LOL It really is nice to have this affirmation. Humbling, and yet, it feels so good, and brings such pride for the hard work! I even had a teacher stop by and ask me about the program, and discuss how important it is for her to get started on losing weight! So cool!
My IT (Internet Technology) guy came in yesterday to show me his lunch. He is a diabetic, and we have spoken several times about changing eating habits, and losing weight. I was so proud of him, as he chose a very healthy salad and fruit. Much better then the lunch with two of those large cookies on Tuesday! So, I AM influencing others. This is very cool!
I ran after work on Tuesday. I ran the track at school, and it was different than running here on the road at home, so I only was able to run 2 miles, as it was hot and muggy, and my body needed to adjust to the different terrain. I will be running again today. I went to Planet Fitness after work yesterday, and it felt so good! I have had to increase the weights as I have become stronger, which is a great thing. As well as having to increase the level on the machines, as I need more of a workout to bring my heart rate up. I am noticing some very important and healthy changes. Can’t wait to find out about my numbers!!
If anyone is out in Liverpool Saturday morning, please come and cheer our BetterU participants on, as we walk the ARC race at Long Branch Park. We would love to see you there!
Hoping you are making excellent choices with your heart health!
Healthy Blessings,
Roseann
It was another great day with other coworkers giving their support and compliments. I am starting to get a swelled head! LOL It really is nice to have this affirmation. Humbling, and yet, it feels so good, and brings such pride for the hard work! I even had a teacher stop by and ask me about the program, and discuss how important it is for her to get started on losing weight! So cool!
My IT (Internet Technology) guy came in yesterday to show me his lunch. He is a diabetic, and we have spoken several times about changing eating habits, and losing weight. I was so proud of him, as he chose a very healthy salad and fruit. Much better then the lunch with two of those large cookies on Tuesday! So, I AM influencing others. This is very cool!
I ran after work on Tuesday. I ran the track at school, and it was different than running here on the road at home, so I only was able to run 2 miles, as it was hot and muggy, and my body needed to adjust to the different terrain. I will be running again today. I went to Planet Fitness after work yesterday, and it felt so good! I have had to increase the weights as I have become stronger, which is a great thing. As well as having to increase the level on the machines, as I need more of a workout to bring my heart rate up. I am noticing some very important and healthy changes. Can’t wait to find out about my numbers!!
If anyone is out in Liverpool Saturday morning, please come and cheer our BetterU participants on, as we walk the ARC race at Long Branch Park. We would love to see you there!
Hoping you are making excellent choices with your heart health!
Healthy Blessings,
Roseann
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Healthy Choices
Roseann:
Yesterday was an awesome day! There were so many reasons to be proud of myself, and relish in my hard work.
First, there were so many compliments yesterday about how good I looked! So many people had noticed my weight loss. It was such a positive validation.
Then, the food choices. Every superintendent's day, our administration treats us to breakfast and lunch, on the first day. Well, they don't exactly offer the healthy choices. There on the table, was a huge assortment of baked goods. I was aware that this would happen, so I saved up some morning calories and treated myself to a glazed donut, which was the healthiest choice there! Then at lunch, they treated us to coldcut sandwiches, salads, chips, cookies, fruit, soda, and water. Well, I chose to have the turkey without the bun, I chose the tossed salad instead of the pasta salad, I grabbed an apple instead of chips and cookies, and I had water instead of soda. Previously, my choices would have been different, but not now! I made some very healthy choices, and my coworkers noticed. I hope that this will influence them also, to make healthy choices.
Then, there was the shoe wear! I haven’t worn anything but flats for a long time due to the cramping I would get if I tried to wear anything with a heel. Well, yesterday I wore healed clogs, and not once did I cramp!! I not only will be able to wear pretty clothes again, but now, I can wear all my pretty heeled shoes again!
Then, we had an awesome conference call. We got to help one of our challengers, and encourage her, as much as she inspires us, and we had a lot of laughs too.
I am so grateful that I have begun this lifelong journey, and look forward to living a heart healthy life!
Healthy Blessings,
Roseann
Yesterday was an awesome day! There were so many reasons to be proud of myself, and relish in my hard work.
First, there were so many compliments yesterday about how good I looked! So many people had noticed my weight loss. It was such a positive validation.
Then, the food choices. Every superintendent's day, our administration treats us to breakfast and lunch, on the first day. Well, they don't exactly offer the healthy choices. There on the table, was a huge assortment of baked goods. I was aware that this would happen, so I saved up some morning calories and treated myself to a glazed donut, which was the healthiest choice there! Then at lunch, they treated us to coldcut sandwiches, salads, chips, cookies, fruit, soda, and water. Well, I chose to have the turkey without the bun, I chose the tossed salad instead of the pasta salad, I grabbed an apple instead of chips and cookies, and I had water instead of soda. Previously, my choices would have been different, but not now! I made some very healthy choices, and my coworkers noticed. I hope that this will influence them also, to make healthy choices.
Then, there was the shoe wear! I haven’t worn anything but flats for a long time due to the cramping I would get if I tried to wear anything with a heel. Well, yesterday I wore healed clogs, and not once did I cramp!! I not only will be able to wear pretty clothes again, but now, I can wear all my pretty heeled shoes again!
Then, we had an awesome conference call. We got to help one of our challengers, and encourage her, as much as she inspires us, and we had a lot of laughs too.
I am so grateful that I have begun this lifelong journey, and look forward to living a heart healthy life!
Healthy Blessings,
Roseann
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
End of Summer Vacation
Roseann:
Friday: I lost 2 more pounds. Things will become even more challenging, as my calories before exercise are now down to 1,270 calories/day. It’s great losing weight, but it becomes even harder when your calorie intake gets smaller and smaller. The good news is, that the more I exercise, the more I can eat. So, I am trying to move every day. I did more stretching with yoga on Friday and Saturday. I feel more limber and balanced. I remember the first time I did yoga at Gold’s Gym, I was struggling to keep the poses. Doing yoga now is easier. Although, those of you who know what the ‘tree” and “eagle” are, will understand when I say that they are still difficult, but I am doing better with holding the positions.
It was hot on Saturday, but I ran anyways that morning. I jogged the 5K in 30 min. and 18 seconds. I am getting better and stronger every time!
Remember how Beth was talking about our clothes getting smaller? Well I have had to adjust my bra straps. Now the straps are the tightest they can be, and the hooks are on the farthest line. I am so looking forward to buying new clothes, not just shirts and pants, but EVERYTHING!
I was exhausted on Sunday, and I listened to my body, and I rested practically the whole day.
Monday, it was catch up time. I had to catch up on the outside weed eating, so I was outside weed eating for 4 hours. I have a lot of small hills that I weed eat, and I noticed that my legs weren’t tired or sore any more. It used to be hard to weed eat on the hills, because my calves would get really sore. Not anymore! It is just amazing how much stronger I have gotten in just a couple of months. It is amazing and wonderful!
Today, is the start up of work again. My summer vacation is over, and school has begun. Today, I will be busy with meetings, and loaded down with paperwork. My goal is to try to exercise after work, not sure if I will run on the track, or go to the gym. Now, I get to learn how to balance my work, my program, eating healthy, exercising, and life. Phew! Wish me luck!
Hoping your life is balanced and healthy!
Healthy Blessings,
Roseann
Friday: I lost 2 more pounds. Things will become even more challenging, as my calories before exercise are now down to 1,270 calories/day. It’s great losing weight, but it becomes even harder when your calorie intake gets smaller and smaller. The good news is, that the more I exercise, the more I can eat. So, I am trying to move every day. I did more stretching with yoga on Friday and Saturday. I feel more limber and balanced. I remember the first time I did yoga at Gold’s Gym, I was struggling to keep the poses. Doing yoga now is easier. Although, those of you who know what the ‘tree” and “eagle” are, will understand when I say that they are still difficult, but I am doing better with holding the positions.
It was hot on Saturday, but I ran anyways that morning. I jogged the 5K in 30 min. and 18 seconds. I am getting better and stronger every time!
Remember how Beth was talking about our clothes getting smaller? Well I have had to adjust my bra straps. Now the straps are the tightest they can be, and the hooks are on the farthest line. I am so looking forward to buying new clothes, not just shirts and pants, but EVERYTHING!
I was exhausted on Sunday, and I listened to my body, and I rested practically the whole day.
Monday, it was catch up time. I had to catch up on the outside weed eating, so I was outside weed eating for 4 hours. I have a lot of small hills that I weed eat, and I noticed that my legs weren’t tired or sore any more. It used to be hard to weed eat on the hills, because my calves would get really sore. Not anymore! It is just amazing how much stronger I have gotten in just a couple of months. It is amazing and wonderful!
Today, is the start up of work again. My summer vacation is over, and school has begun. Today, I will be busy with meetings, and loaded down with paperwork. My goal is to try to exercise after work, not sure if I will run on the track, or go to the gym. Now, I get to learn how to balance my work, my program, eating healthy, exercising, and life. Phew! Wish me luck!
Hoping your life is balanced and healthy!
Healthy Blessings,
Roseann
Friday, August 31, 2012
A Very Good Week
Barb:
Week 10 has been a very good week for me, and hope it has been true for the rest of the CNY BetterU participants. I can't believe we are going into week 11, but ladies we need to keep the momentum going long after the 12 weeks. I am sure everyone agrees. We have all improved to some degree and it has been a great journey! Once again, thank you to the American Heart Association for this privilege and to all who direct the program.
During Week 10 I have branched out a bit more and now do a two hour water program--the first is the aqua fit and is followed by a deep water program. I feel I have benefited from both. In addition to those 3 times a week, I do the Silver Sneakers on Tuesday and Thursdays, and following the Thursday class, I have added the Sumba program with Suzanne. That is so much fun! Every day I am at the gym, which usually numbers 4 times/week, I also walk on the treadmill a mile every day. I have lost 7 lbs. and seem to be at a plateau. No complaints though because I feel stronger, happier and my blood pressure is down considerably. All in all, the program has been great! Do hope everyone has enjoyed it too.
Week 10 has been a very good week for me, and hope it has been true for the rest of the CNY BetterU participants. I can't believe we are going into week 11, but ladies we need to keep the momentum going long after the 12 weeks. I am sure everyone agrees. We have all improved to some degree and it has been a great journey! Once again, thank you to the American Heart Association for this privilege and to all who direct the program.
During Week 10 I have branched out a bit more and now do a two hour water program--the first is the aqua fit and is followed by a deep water program. I feel I have benefited from both. In addition to those 3 times a week, I do the Silver Sneakers on Tuesday and Thursdays, and following the Thursday class, I have added the Sumba program with Suzanne. That is so much fun! Every day I am at the gym, which usually numbers 4 times/week, I also walk on the treadmill a mile every day. I have lost 7 lbs. and seem to be at a plateau. No complaints though because I feel stronger, happier and my blood pressure is down considerably. All in all, the program has been great! Do hope everyone has enjoyed it too.
All the best, Barbara
Thursday, August 30, 2012
Failure is Not an Option
Anna:
I received the following text "F.I.NA.O" but had to admit I did not know what it meant. Then I showed it to my daughter and after a standard eye roll and laugh she told me "Mom, it means Failure is NOT an option!". My friend was encouraging me by telling me that this time around I was going to succeed as failure was not an option. I kept pushing forward and as of today I have lost another 6 pounds but more importantly I have lost many inches! I am building muscle and I feel great! I am full energy, healthy and happy.
This is no small feet considering when I applied for this challenge I was desperate because I was overweight and I knew it. I wanted to get healthy but I didn't know how to get there and I was extremely frustrated. Then the call that changed me life-"You have been selected to be a part of the better U program." Yeah! Since then I have learned healthier eating habits, some great workouts, made some great friends, and probably walked many miles but each one has put me closer to the goal. I will always be thankful to the American Heart Association, St. Joseph's, and Gold's Gym for making this possible.
I feel that if I can do this then anyone can! I am thrilled with the friends that I have been able to share all that I have learned with and all the pounds that they have lost. I am especially happy for my husband who has also lost weight by supporting me in this challenge. So no more excuses get out there and tell yourself that this time around F.I.N.A.O!
You can do it!
I received the following text "F.I.NA.O" but had to admit I did not know what it meant. Then I showed it to my daughter and after a standard eye roll and laugh she told me "Mom, it means Failure is NOT an option!". My friend was encouraging me by telling me that this time around I was going to succeed as failure was not an option. I kept pushing forward and as of today I have lost another 6 pounds but more importantly I have lost many inches! I am building muscle and I feel great! I am full energy, healthy and happy.
This is no small feet considering when I applied for this challenge I was desperate because I was overweight and I knew it. I wanted to get healthy but I didn't know how to get there and I was extremely frustrated. Then the call that changed me life-"You have been selected to be a part of the better U program." Yeah! Since then I have learned healthier eating habits, some great workouts, made some great friends, and probably walked many miles but each one has put me closer to the goal. I will always be thankful to the American Heart Association, St. Joseph's, and Gold's Gym for making this possible.
I feel that if I can do this then anyone can! I am thrilled with the friends that I have been able to share all that I have learned with and all the pounds that they have lost. I am especially happy for my husband who has also lost weight by supporting me in this challenge. So no more excuses get out there and tell yourself that this time around F.I.N.A.O!
You can do it!
Walking With a View
Roseann:
No Beth, I don’t think any girl is comfortable in a bathing suit! I know that I will need to buy a new bathing suit next year, because mine will definitely be way too big by next summer. I might even splurge and get a bikini next year, who knows? If we keep working hard at being healthier, our bodies will not only feel good, but look great!
Yesterday was very cool. I went to the doctors, and he was just tickled by the weight loss, and was so excited about the changes. He is looking forward to seeing my numbers. I will be going back to him in October to see if they have improved even more, so I should have even better numbers by the luncheon on Nov. 1st! My blood pressure had been increasing, and when I went to see the St. Joseph’s cardiologist Dr. Igbal, my blood pressure was in the 130’s systolic. Even thought that is not considered Hypertension, it was pretty close to the line of 140/90. 130’s systolic was high for me. Yesterday, it was 118/78! Now that’s more like it!
I walked 4.4 miles yesterday. I was planning on going to the gym, but the weather, and the clear blue sky was just calling my name! I was not going to waste a perfect day inside. So, Laddie (my dog) and I went for a walk in my “neighborhood”. I can’t wait until the Fall, it is going to be a spectacular walk! My calves are very tight and sore, so I am going to attempt to get to the gym today to do some exercising on the machines, so that I don’t stress my calf muscles and get hurt again. I think it is from walking and jogging on the hard pavement. But the view makes it so worthwhile! Not to mention the onlookers. We had a few cows and goats greet us as we were walking. They brought joy and laughter. You can’t get that at a gym!
No Beth, I don’t think any girl is comfortable in a bathing suit! I know that I will need to buy a new bathing suit next year, because mine will definitely be way too big by next summer. I might even splurge and get a bikini next year, who knows? If we keep working hard at being healthier, our bodies will not only feel good, but look great!
Yesterday was very cool. I went to the doctors, and he was just tickled by the weight loss, and was so excited about the changes. He is looking forward to seeing my numbers. I will be going back to him in October to see if they have improved even more, so I should have even better numbers by the luncheon on Nov. 1st! My blood pressure had been increasing, and when I went to see the St. Joseph’s cardiologist Dr. Igbal, my blood pressure was in the 130’s systolic. Even thought that is not considered Hypertension, it was pretty close to the line of 140/90. 130’s systolic was high for me. Yesterday, it was 118/78! Now that’s more like it!
I walked 4.4 miles yesterday. I was planning on going to the gym, but the weather, and the clear blue sky was just calling my name! I was not going to waste a perfect day inside. So, Laddie (my dog) and I went for a walk in my “neighborhood”. I can’t wait until the Fall, it is going to be a spectacular walk! My calves are very tight and sore, so I am going to attempt to get to the gym today to do some exercising on the machines, so that I don’t stress my calf muscles and get hurt again. I think it is from walking and jogging on the hard pavement. But the view makes it so worthwhile! Not to mention the onlookers. We had a few cows and goats greet us as we were walking. They brought joy and laughter. You can’t get that at a gym!
Please don’t think that I am putting down the use of gyms. I just prefer to do my exercising outside while the weather is beautiful. Gyms are fantastic to get good strength workouts, to network, get support, and full body workouts that you can’t get by just walking or running. What I love about this program, is, you have choices. You don’t have to follow strict guidelines. You find what works for you, and do it. Just like your journey, you need to find what motivates you. I prefer to exercise outside, that is my choice. But, if I want to, I have the choice to go to the gym, when it is right for me. What do YOU like to do? Whatever it is, go and do it! Go to the gym, go for a bike ride, go for a walk, exercise in the privacy of your own home. The bottom line is to just get going!
Healthy Blessings,
Roseann
Roseann
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