JUST DO IT DAMNIT

So I woke up before 5am this morning with the intention of going for a run before work...fail. I somehow convinced myself that I needed sleep more than a workout...wrong. I was perfectly awake and well rested. I then decided to bring my gym clothes to work with me so I could go right after (avoiding home and my couch), and I was running late, so I forgot my clothes. Then I decided that I would just make myself go after work but I ended up getting on the phone with my mom for an hour and a half and thus deciding it was too late to workout...FAIL. Along with my sorrows, I broke my healthy eating day with two caramel filled milk chocolate Ghirardelli squares :-/ Again, I am an emotional eater... My plan now is simply just to be active. The first step is admitting you have a problem, right? Step two is getting off your ass. Step three is making it a routine. Ugh...

Time to get back on track

After a good conversation with a rational person who knows me better than anyone (my boyfriend of almost 3 years and best friend of 7 years), I realized that I know exactly how to eat and what to do at the gym, but I simply don't do it. I get going on a good streak and then conk out and either stop working out for too long or eat something crappy. Throughout my life I've always had a dance instructor to yell at me and keep me going. Now, all I have is me. Unless I feel like spending over $100 on a personal trainer, I have to start kicking my own ass ( | ) haha

Day 5: Cardio Recovery

Today I ate small portions and healthy food. I did a 34 minute Cardio Recovery stretching video which was pretty nice. It had some yoga and slow pulsating in it that burned a bit but felt good and helped to relax my tension. It definitely made me relax from the stresses of work today. My goal is to workout every other day or more just to make sure I keep on track!

Day 4: Cardio Power and Resistance

Yesterday was a hard day. I lounged around all day and ate more than I should have out of pure boredom. I am definitely an emotional eater. I felt like crud yesterday about myself so I didn't end up weighing myself or measuring but I'm planning to do that one morning before work. Today I started off by eating a healthy yogurt breakfast and a small rice and pot roast/veggie lunch. I did a 43 minute workout called Cardio Power and Resistance that was definitely likable but slower than the last few; maybe a good one to get me back in the mood. Working out definitely gets my endorphins up and elevates my mood so it's a good reward to keep coming back to. Onward towards future fitness!!!

Day 3: Plyometric Cardio Circuit

Today was rough. The last Insanity workout I did was super hard but much more fun than today. I had a tough time keeping up and found myself giving up easily. Maybe I'm tired, maybe it's because it's hot today, maybe it's because I had a huge serving of rice pudding last night (oops!), or maybe I'm just making up excuses but hey... at least I tried! 40 minutes of drill training is better than sitting around all day! Ugh... sweaty. Tomorrow is measurement day!

Here's the link if anyone wants to try it!
(got it from a friend, I own nothing!)

PS. I just found a really cool website for anyone interested in seeing other women who are the exact same size as they are. You are smaller than you think!!!

Day 2: Insanity

Well, the title explains itself. Just did my first Insanity workout for an hour and I feel like dying! I am really proud of myself for how well I did, considering it was only my second workout this year, and really proud that I completed the whole hour. Everything hurts but it's a good warm hurt and I think my shower is going to feel amazing!!! I'm also starving now...which I will have to be careful of. Gotta make sure I eat healthy and not go for any junk food for quick satisfaction. Must... keep... going!

Day 1: Stretch and Test

So today is my first day back to fitness! I decided it's time to get real about how much better my body could look. Time to tone up and get stronger! I took some pictures and measurements before my workout to document my progress and will update every week. Today I didn't feel like battling the crowds at the gym or running in the heat, so I did Wii Fit at home; slow and steady way to test my body and begin easily. I worked out for 30 minutes doing running, strength training, and yoga. Wish me luck on my future endeavors and to a much more ripped bikini bod for the summer!!

Here are my measurements today (used http://www.weight-loss-program.com/art13-taking-measurements.html):

Weight: 118lbs
Waist: 27"
Chest: 31.5"
Hips/Butt: 36.25"
Right Thigh: 22.5"
Left Thigh: 22.25"
Right Calf: 14"
Left Calf: 13.75"
Right Bicep: 9.25"
Left Bicep: 9"