I did make it to the gym last week. I decided the plan would be to go Monday, Wednesday and Friday each week. I get off of work at 4, so I could realistically make it to the gym, get dressed, and ready to begin by 4:15.
So Monday, I leave work and while waiting at the light, I realize I only didn't bring socks. No, I didn't use this as a way out...I went to CVS and bought socks.
I began my workout using the stationary bike for 20 minutes. I then rotated through the machines, using the leg press, leg curl, leg extension, and different equipment to work my upper body. I spent 10 minutes on the treadmill, but due to my knee pain decided to finish the session back on the bike. I was there for about an hour and felt pretty good about the day.
On Wednesday while leaving work, I realized I only had one sock. Really, I was not doing this on purpose. I decided I needed to pick up a few other things, so I did a quick run into Target. Now really - a quick run! I was in there for almost an hour. I cruised through the baby section looking for things for Caden. So much fun!
I did manage to get my socks and get to the gym. I managed to get another hour in and while there noticed they would be closed on Thursday and Friday as they would be putting in new equipment. Okay - so I would only get 2 days in for the week - but it was still much better than not going.
Overall, being in the gym is a bit intimidating. With all the thin women, young and older, running on the treadmill and working up a sweat. I made the decision I was there for me - not to try to keep up with them. I did work up a sweat and felt some soreness afterwards.
It paid off in the end. I lost 2 more pounds this week, bringing my current weight loss to 11 pounds. That is more than two 5 lb. bags of sugar. I have bagged up my first set of larger size pants to get rid of. Yay me:)
People are starting to notice my weight loss and it feels good. But realistically, I am only about 1/9 of the way there.
Today I had my workout clothes with all of the intentions of going to the gym. I ended up working until 4:45 and had an award assembly at Thomas Stone High to attend at 6, so decided I would put it off for today. I will get there by Wednesday if not before.
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Now you and me both know it is not in our blood to make a 'quick trip' into a Target. Although Caden just got very excited hearing you were thinking about him :)
ReplyDeleteHurray for you for sticking it out in the gym and being there for YOU!!! The sock story has me laughing so hard I am worried I may wake my hubby... too funny!!!! Can't wait to see you in April... but wait...I may not even recognize you!!!!!!
awesome awesome! buying socks to go to the gym-now that's dedication!!!!
ReplyDeleteyes, i am the biggest person at the gym still, but i just have to tune those people out. and what i have learned, they really respect you for even being in there :) so don't you worry!!! great job!