Holiday Hooplah Exercise Challenge [Archive]

NFrawRUNNER

11-30-2006, 06:56 PM

Dashing through the snow
With a bushel full of fruit
Trying to get things done
While buying lots of loot
So many things to do
And loved ones we must see
But we wanna feel more fit
Be all we can be...
Oh let's stay raw. let's stay raw
Let's stay raw with cheer
Join us in our quest for health
Join your friends right here! :p

(OK, that's my lame inspirational attempt to get you in the holiday spirit!!! :D )

Are you rip roaring and ready to go through the holidays my raw friends? Here's how this "challenge" works. Last month we challenged ourselves to set goals + exercise an average of 30 minutes per day....This month we will increase our base to 45 minutes daily (average) + set new goals. To "post" your goals go to the user cp and edit your signature.....In November we posted our weight every Wednesday and edited our goals as needed. We'd like to see more support rallying together in this thread as we all aim to work out + stay raw at a pretty difficult time of year!!!! I hope you decide to join us! I will post my goals right now so you can see the format....It doesn't have to be like mine, just want to show you an example!!!!

I love the support I have gotten here and hope we can all stay raw and sweat our way to optimal health together!!!! Good luck!!! ;)
Di

Morn

11-30-2006, 07:22 PM

What a great song - How creative you are. I was singing to myself. I am in, I just need to think about what my goals will be.

rawfigure

11-30-2006, 08:30 PM

Ok Di.. :p good one ! Hello December. :D

Its almost Dec...so today I did weight training then went for a quick 30 min Jog outside in the beautiful 60 degree morning in NY State !! I will take a few more of these please !

I am increasing my weight training to 4-5 days this month, then doing cardio 30 min after. Off days I will do longer runs.

misslinda

11-30-2006, 11:17 PM

NFrawRUNNER

12-01-2006, 02:57 AM

Okay, like I'm stupifieddddddddddddddd. Di????? I didn't realize that you changed your ID name. At one point, I was like "That new person stole Diantha's avatar!!!" :eek: So I had to go back and read you past posts and realized it is YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :p :) Good Times !!!!!

Moi aussi, today was my prep into December exercise challenge. Despite my neck and back pain, I hiked for an hour and did 3 major killer hills. :)

You know it's time to change your "name" when you google yourself for fun with your kids and your name is pretty uncommon and all your raw food threads come up for the world to see! Not that I care because I know whatever is on here is "out there" but it's a privacy thing nonetheless! So, I would rec. that for anyone with an unusual name!!! ;)

I am psyched with my starting weight even though I know it's based on the fact that I have "missed" dinner 3 nights in a row due to appointments and I try not to eat after 6 p.m.....+ I did A LOT of apples this week to "clear out" the congestion from the holiday fare of last week!!!! Now, if I can just get these last 5 pounds gone I'll be happier! I know it doesn't sound like a big deal if you have more to lose than that but it seems to be the most difficult 5 to lose!!!! I did use to weigh 191 pounds and wear a size 14ish+.....Even then I didn't appear too large because of my height (5'8") so the last thing I want is for someone to think.....Oh, you ARE thin enough already-spare me.....because I have been right there with you struggling with my weight since puberty. I was the one in high school and I quote "who would be really pretty if she just lost some weight".....a comment that stayed in my mind to this day.....that and "pleasantly plump".....what the heck does that mean???Going to my 20 year HS reunion in '05 was like an "in your face" smug reward for myself! Moral of the story....It can be done and YOU can do it.....Whether your goal this month is to maintain/improve your eating/exercise habits, I am here for you! Oh yeah, the other comment that sticks in my mind came from someone when I first signed up for a marathon in 1999...."YOU'RE going to RUN a marathon :rolleyes: ???.......yeah, I am...Watch me!" (11 marathons + 9 marathons = point proven :cool: )

Every day you have the opportunity to move forward in ALL aspects of your life....physically, mentally, emotionally, spiritually. We are all on this voyage together. God gave us one vessel to take us where we need to go. Take care of it and it will take care of you. Peace and warm wishes today my friends! ;)

tinystrawberry

12-01-2006, 08:17 AM

i'm joining!! i really need to start exercising everyday :)
today i'm doing a 16 mile bike ride, it'll be great but i hope it doesn't rain the whole time..

you guys weigh in every wednesday, right?

star1919

12-01-2006, 09:04 AM

Hey Di... Love the song! Will be cheering all of you on... :D

HealthyRawLife

12-01-2006, 03:02 PM

Hi Guys! Just checking in for this month's challenge! I love the spirit put forth by you, DI - the name of the challenge and the song are super cute!!! How creative! Your enthusiasm has not gone unnoticed! Good luck everyone this month - hope all of your Christmas dreams and fitness goals come true!!! :D

HealthyRawLife

12-01-2006, 03:09 PM

Hey rawfigue -

I forgot to respond a couple days ago but I wanted to thank you for noticing my (and DI's) weight loss for our Nov. challenge - thanks for your support and encouragement!!! You put me to shame with the amount of exercise you do and your fitness level! For now, I have to stick with my rebounder but hope to start running someday (would love to do a 5K). Can't start today though, Chicago just got hit with a foot of snow!!!! :eek: Cold, windy and snowy but beautiful!!!

NFrawRUNNER

12-01-2006, 03:35 PM

HealthyRawLife-Whew! Your weight loss is amazing! You'll be running in no time.....I weighed about 190 at one time and 170ish when I switched from walking to running (out of boredom)...as I continued to lose it got easier...therefore I have never ((knock on wood!)) had problems with my knees!!!! Carrying around the extra weight for so many years has probably been the reason I have such stamina/endurance for distance running!!! :) Maintaining weight loss was/has been the hard part....although staying raw is the most helpful thing I have ever done!

I walked 2 hours on the treadmill this a.m. as opposed to running in preparation for my long run (3 1/2 hours :eek: ) tomorrow! Yippee! The Phoenix Marathon is only6 weeks away!!!! Gotta be ready! ;)

Good luck to everyone this month! Stay raw and prosper! :)

BDraw

12-01-2006, 06:43 PM

rawfigure

12-01-2006, 08:48 PM

wahoo. DI...you rawk...... :)

Sunshine9

12-02-2006, 12:36 AM

HEY! I'm jumpin' in to this december exercise challenge !! OH yes
My goal is to consistently exercise 7 days a week (with 1 day of light exercise.. a short walk or 10 min rebounding)

I want to tone and strengthen my body, and increase my stamina & consistency with cardio

I usually walk/hike and do walk/jog outside.. Or if I don't do that, I will rebound for 20 minutes. For strength I do a big variety.. Pilates, exercise videos, lunge/squat routines, gyrotonic (!!!), crunches. Whatever I need to do to tone it up, and get strong. I want to be able to do REAL push-ups - on my toes and all.

Today I did 10 minutes of rebounding, and didn't feel like doing more.. but then I read this thread so I went outside (it was 10:30pm) and took a 25 minute walk. It was like 10 degrees - sooo cold

i'm glad though!
I like threads like this :)

NFrawRUNNER

12-02-2006, 03:31 AM

Dang, dang, dang! I hesitate to sign up for this -- knowing me and my lack of actually exercising. But I want to do better. So I will try ---- again! Didn't get that far in November. But I did loose a couple of pounds. Truthfully, that was due to my once a week fasting, which I also just started.

Goals??? Does to actually exercise count? 45 minutes, can't do that! Heck, I couldn't even manage 30 minutes. Okay, I need to give me a pep talk, boy, do I need to give me a pep talk!

Sad part is it is too dang cold to get outside. Try zero being the average lately! Today we reached 22, we thought a heat wave hit us! And way too much snow! I tend to burrow in for the winter.

I'm feeling a little hesitant, can you tell? So Di, yes, motivate me!

O.K. here is my pep talk for the day BDraw:
the airline theory: Save yourself first! You know how everytime you fly and listen to the attendant show you how to put on the oxygen mask + he/she tells you to put yours on first? Well, apply that philosophy to your life. YOU NEED TO SAVE YOURSELF FIRST OR YOU CAN'T SAVE ANYONE ELSE! Translation, take time for yourself (yes, exercising is time for YOU) or you'll have nothing to give others. Skipping time for yourself will only breed resentment.

Advice to all: Do not feel guilty as all you moms (and dads ;) ) do. If you have to, get up a little earlier. I admit I started getting up early because I felt guilty training/working out while my family was running around + it stressed me out getting "interrupted", etc....Once I got past the initial comatose feeling that occurs when you first adjust your internal alarm clock (!) it got much easier.....Now, I can get up at 3, play around here on the computer...have some tea and juice and fruit.....run a couple hours watching "Nick at Nite" or other mindless tv from my 80's ;) years and essentially zone out!!! When I am finished everyone is just getting up and about and I am dripping with sweat from a great work out. So, if you want coaching it'll be tough love. NO EXCUSES.....Get up a little earlier, work out for 45 minutes and take a well deserved shower before your family is up!!!! It makes you a better mom, wife, person for the day trust me! Remember the old Army commercial "we do more by 8 a.m. than most people do all day" (((scoff scoff)))....yeah right! {your body will get used to it after a few days....try just getting up earlier for several days before adding the work out It's amazing what you can get done around the house when everyone is sleeping....tip....just don't vacuum!!! :eek: }
People that know me DO think I am crazy to get up this early but the solitude and selfishness that I can grant myself is well worth it! Plus, I just go to bed earlier. I was "out" by 9 last night! and so was everyone else here. I think they have transformed into the early to bed early to rise mentality!
At any rate....Get up, get moving, do something FOR YOU!!!!! Maybe a treadmill for your Christmas list would be a great idea....or a gym membership (they usually open early)......videos in the living room work too! Whatever it is just do it!!!! :D

p.s. I am trying to motivate not dictate and discourage so I hope it helps to get you motivated! You can do it!!!!

rawfigure

12-02-2006, 09:28 AM

Well that was quite a pep talk DI ! :)

I want to say Welcome to all the new Joiner of this thread.

Health is soooo important. It is not something you can buy after you find it has deteriorated..SO if you are eating a RAW diet it only makes sense to exercise.

If it is 5 min GREAT...do it...then increase to 10....then 20 ! Soon you will wonder why you didn;t start years ago. IF we make it a Priority then we can find the time, albeit 10-20-30 or more !

I did well on my Goal this week to get back to Weight Training and then min of 30 cardio after. Today I did 30 min Weights & 30 min Step Cardio.

My strength is down on the weights but it will be back to normal in a week or two. I do not plan to go back to "heavy lifting" ...no need now that I do not plan to compete. I gave it alittle thought recently and decided it is not healthy for me now.

DI...I ran with my DH this week and kept with him (his jog is my fast run..) for 30 min. Yes !! :p

NFrawRUNNER

12-02-2006, 09:42 AM

:eek: THE LONG RUN IS MORE MENTAL THAN PHYSICAL!!!! But I am done!!! 3 1/2 hours!!! I rented a movie and watched some tv but it was still B-O-R-I-N-G!!! Now I am off to play mom taxi and grocery shop....I just had a banana FEAST so I should be good to go for awhile!!!! Hope you all have a great work out and day! I am hoping to grocery shop before the snow hits! The wind is just a howling out there!!!! Happy trails!
Di

BDraw

12-02-2006, 09:23 PM

Okay, thank you -- standing ovation please for DI.

Pep talk did the trick, at least for today. I was going to sit here and gel before going to bed, but now I must go excercise! Trampoline and movie sounds good tonight!

P.S. Thank you!!!!

Imani

12-02-2006, 11:10 PM

I am up for the challenge. I have started already. I have just been challenge on what to do with my last month challenge.
goals for December excercise challenge
swim GOALS 2 days a week a half a mile first two weeks and the last two weeks one mile 2 days a week.

RUN/WALK GOALSundefined
my walking partner leaves 12/15 we walk 10 miles a day, me 5 days a week/when I get bored I run 5-10 miles.
I will run 3 days 4 miles, 5 miles, and 10 miles after he leaves.
first two weeks 7days 5 walking ten miles and 2 running 5-10 miles depending on the weather it was 17 this morning but I put my time in running, too cold to walk.

FOOD GOALS; 100% RAW

I have 45 pounds to loose for my goal weight by 3/29/2007 my son's 8th birthday. I weigh 180 today.. I went up I was slipping I am back. my goals 12 pounds minimum a month to reach a goal of 135lbs and maintain it always, by 3/29/2007.
12/1 178lbs...43lbs to go
12/2 180lbs....45 lbs to go Oh God up hill no...no...no...no...no....
WEDNESDAY WEIGH INS
12/6
12/13
12/20
12/27

misslinda

12-03-2006, 12:10 AM

Today's workout:

25 on mountain machine @ 15% incline

15 on cycle @ 5 intensity

10 on treadmill @ 3.5 mph @ 3% incline

WT: pull downs,butterflies and leg extensions

all 3 sets of 15 2 differnet weights 10/20 lbs

25 on mountain machine again @ 7% incline

Treadmill cool down @ 2.5 mph @ 2% Incline.

lavendarJ

12-03-2006, 05:54 AM

:) I don't usually do any sort of major exercise on Sunday's but I feel a little stressed out today (day 3 no power since the ice storm, 2 trees fell on sister's house, 1 tree on mine).. today could easily go awry if I don't do something. Staying in the hotel... I'm going downstairs to do some sort of exercise - I am going to do either the treadmill or bike for as long as I can. (minimum of 30 minutes of high intensity intervals) I got to get it together and start reporting and checking in on a daily again. Glad to see and read about everyone's exercise progress.

misslinda - your workout sounds like a great morning energizer :D

NFrawRUNNER

12-03-2006, 06:52 AM

:) I don't usually do any sort of major exercise on Sunday's but I feel a little stressed out today (day 3 no power since the ice storm, 2 trees fell on sister's house, 1 tree on mine).. today could easily go awry if I don't do something. Staying in the hotel...
Are you in the hotel due to the weather and power outage???? I feel bad for you...That IS stressful to be displaced! Good for you for seeking out exercise equipment amongst chaos!!!! I would be stressed out too!!!! (((Well wishes coming your way!!!!!!))) :D ;) :) Try to have a great day! The temp. has to go up some time! I feel your pain, I live in northern new york near Canada!!!
Di
ps...I'll walk when I get moving here---Sunday is my "sleep in" day and I actually did!!! I'm up now!

lavendarJ

12-03-2006, 09:43 AM

NFrawRUNNER

Happy Sunday! Yep, we are in the hotel due to the ice storm and the two trees that fell on my sister's house. I will be happy when the power comes back on. I just finished working out and I managed 45 minutes. So I exceeded my minimum. I decided to do the treadmil in brisk walking/jogging intervals for about 20 minutes, I did the bike for about 10 minutes as fast as I could. I also did the elliptical (but for only about 5 minutes because it was a poor piece of equipment). I spent the rest of the time doing some walking lunges and even through in a couple of reps of chest presses and lat pull downs just for fun. I must admit that I'm glad I did it because before I feeling the pressure to eat some "no-no's" Happy Walking!

rawfigure

12-04-2006, 08:54 AM

I ran outside for 30 min, my face and thighs got numb brrr.... :eek: ! Finished off w/ 5 min tmill and 5 min rebounder to get warmed up !

Maybe a break this afternoon to do some weights and rebound. Need to get to work.

NFrawRUNNER

12-04-2006, 09:41 AM

I'm in a Monday funk.....feeling blah....I ran, but felt like I was in slow motion ((I was))....I'll be fine, I just always get like this when the reality of MONDAY hits me!!!! I ate too much this week end too so that doesn't help! I was doing great until Saturday night!!! So, I am dining on apples as we speak! had bananas for breakfst....salad later or smoothie.....maybe early bed time! gotta start my Christmas shopping too....when????? online it is!
D

BDraw

12-04-2006, 05:57 PM

NFrawRUNNER

12-04-2006, 06:44 PM

After Di's pep talk Saturday and a lot of re-evaluating on my part, I decided I would get up early, exercise, spend time in the Bible before kids were up and home school started. I was so determined, only to wake up with a monsterous lower back ache, I'm sure due to all the SAD eating I had been doing lately, yet I was still a big 85% Raw. This afternoon it is much better, so much so, that I am planning on exercising. YEA!

So let's see -- my goals! 1)30-45 minutes of exercise daily 2)100% raw 3)daily Bibletime 4)be nice to me by preparing good food for me in advance and learning how to love me more completely 5)oh, and I better commit to reporting daily to those that understand my situation -- YOU!

Wow! What a way to prepare for Christmas and a healthier me! Thanks for all the encouragement and sharing of your lives.

So glad I can help. I always worry that I will come across "too strong" and turn people off...not my intention at all! I just know we all need some prodding sometimes, especially when it means taking time for ourselves....As Nike says "Just do it." I ran this a.m. slowly but surely----slow and steady wins the race!!!! (hence my love of turtles!!!)....you too are inspiring my spiritual side so please keep me motivated to get me back on track in that department!!!!

Thanks everyone, love the support of the exercise thread!!! 42 days to the Phoenix Marathon!!!
Di :eek:

Sunshine9

12-04-2006, 09:26 PM

Today I got up earlier than usual to get in some workin' out before work

20 minutes on the rebounder
20 minute pilates mat work

After work:
13 minutes on the rebounder

I feel like I could have done more, but I'm satisfied with this :)

BDraw

12-04-2006, 10:27 PM

I did it!

I just did it! 35 minutes of rebounding to an awesome CD (wonderful uplifting Christian music) and I actually broke a sweat -- which is not real normal for me, unless I am outside in 90 degree weather and gardening. I'm excited.

Now figure this out. . . my back that was so achey today is burning. Yes, I'm warm all over, but my back is on fire! I'm hoping that means all kind of healing is going on in there. Wonder if I can check the temp difference. Hm-m-m. oh, well time for a shower and bed.

Thanks everybody for sticking in there for not only you, but for all of us.

NFrawRUNNER

12-05-2006, 02:28 AM

I did it!

I just did it! 35 minutes of rebounding to an awesome CD (wonderful uplifting Christian music) and I actually broke a sweat...
Now figure this out. . . my back that was so achey today is burning. Yes, I'm warm all over, but my back is on fire!...Thanks everybody for sticking in there for not only you, but for all of us.

Good for you!!!! Knew you could do it...Sweating is a great detoxifier! Be sure to stretch.....Your "burning back" can also have a "hot spot" and need some stretching....We don't want you to hurt yourself now :) At any rate, doesn't it feel good to have fun like a kid again? I am waking up to a snowsstorm here in nny!!!! maybe we'll have a delay to school!!! ((BTW< I am worse than the kids with these things-get all excited!!! :D )) My legs feel better this a.m....off to run in a few......on the tm of course!!!! Today is the 5th right? It's my "11 month mark" of my accident. 2006 has been quite a year!

rawfigure

12-05-2006, 07:38 AM

Sunshine....two times in one day is awesome.
BDraw......I hope your back is better soon. Take a warm bath !
Di....you are posting at 3:30 AM....yawn !!

Insie running and weights...no Snow but COLD !

NFrawRUNNER

12-05-2006, 08:27 AM

I did my 10 mi.run this a.m.....now my worst nightmare :eek: My school district closed where I teach......and I was looking forward to my kids still going...Now their district's closed too!!!! :rolleyes: BOO HOO!!!!!!!!! I was looking forward to a day to myself!!!!! I know that sounds mean but as a mom and a teacher I never get a break and thought maybe I could get some Christmas shopping out of the way!!!! Well, at least the kids can have some fun playing outside!!!! I'll online shop I guess!!!
;) Di

Morn

12-05-2006, 03:20 PM

I am here lurking! You guys are doing so great. I was planning on working out yesterday after work but I didn't get off until 5:15 and didn't get home til 5:45. At that point my feet were killing me from being on them for 12 hours and my bed was a little more appealing to me. So I decided to get 6 hours in since my younger daughter didn't have preschool and my husband was nice enough to take my other daughter into school so at least I could sleep a few hours. Now it is time for me to get ready to drive back into work and do the same. I am hoping that I can get off earlier tonight. I have my work out bag in the car. You guys are such an inspiration. Di and Rawfigure I can't believe you guys are running in this weather. Bdraw also congrats for getting movin. I too need to carve a consistent time in my schedule for being in the word. That is so cool you are doing it first thing in the morning. I used to do that too when I was a stay at home mom and journal. It was some of the best times I ever experienced with the Lord. Anyway just wanted to say Hi and good job to all of you who are pillars to us want a bees!

Sunshine9

12-05-2006, 07:40 PM

Today got up early once again

a.m: 20 minutes on the rebounder

p.m: 20 minutes on the rebounder
20 minute pilates matwork dvd
10 minutes arm exercises

I feel great! I did not want to exercise, but it's getting easier. My body seems to be adjusting to it much faster, and its like, "Oh ok, we're going to jog for a while - cool."

BDraw

12-05-2006, 11:54 PM

I did it again -- day 2 for me!

Gotta shout it from the roof tops!

Today I just bicycled (statonary) for over 35 minutes, again to praise and worship music.

It feels good! I haven't sit on that bicycle seat for over 9 years! Back then I did it every morning (to praise and worship music) before waking kids and getting ready for work/school.

Thanks for another accomplished day!

NFrawRUNNER

12-06-2006, 09:46 AM

WAY TO GO BDRAW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I AM SO PROUD OF YOU! YOU RIDE THAT BIKE!!!! :D :p ;)

Exercising is addicting.....You've got the momentum going now...once you get into a routine it's easier!!! You go girl!

Personally, I am REALLY feeling off the past few days so I am simplifying....I used to suffer from IBS and some other issues which seem to be resurfacing??? I feel like I am detoxing. I have had mouth sores and now GI problems so I am trying to flush my body with extra water, green smoothie, bananas,.....mono meals....
Do any of you have experience with B-12 deficiency??? I seem to be symptomatic of that and am trying to "treat" it naturally....mouth sores, lethargy, depression, muscle aches, flu-like feelings, GI issues....I have been raw for 16 months now so it is a possibility....I must confess that I have had coffee (organic) afew times lately from feeling SO RUN DOWN....I am steering clear of it (and ashamed since I gave it up for SOOOO long :o ) and thinking the reactions I am having are related to that too. I KNOW HOW BAD IT IS so please don't remind me. I am just proud of myself for admitting it ;)
I did not weigh in today specifically due to knowing I am "up" from inflammation and don't want to feel any worse than I already do (weighing in can be so psychological!!!) I will weigh in when I feel more stable-you guys understand right? Anyway, I am vowing to stay 100% raw from here on out....the slip ups just take tooooo long to recover from.....I will not drink coffee, I will not drink coffee, I will not drink coffee...
Sorry I am not very inspirational today...please pray for me! Thanks all!
Di

Sunshine9

12-06-2006, 02:39 PM

this a.m. I did 30 minutes on the rebounder

NFrawRunner -- The symptoms you describe could be related to so many things. It might just be a sign that you need some rest and to take a few deep breaths. You go so fast... I will also say that if your intuition points to B-12 then it's probably worth listening to. I started supplementing about 6 months into raw and I noticed an extreme positive shift in my health. I took it daily for a week, because my body cried for more every day. After that period, I now take it about twice a month, just when I feel like I need some. The symptoms you describe though sound more like an acid condition in the body. I know you eat a lot of fruit, and in some constitutions that can cause acidosis. Do you have access to a juicer? You might see how the symptoms feel with some greeen juice. Feel better :)

BDraw

12-06-2006, 03:53 PM

Hi guys! Thanks for the cudos Di! I've been exercising at night instead of morning as I orginally planned. Mainly because I wake up feeling like I've been run over by a dump truck. I'm having lots of issues with shoulder or back pain. Now I wonder if it is poisenings from the fumes rising from the garage. My husband is using a propane heater down there and it smells as bad as lighter fluid, which I finally convinced him was driving me physically ill. (Though he was a very slow learner -- I threatened to pass out at his feet, hoping that might make him realize it was real to me.)

This afternoon since scuffling with my 8 year old, my back really hurts. I am anxious to get in a hot tub of water to see if that helps.

Oh, Di, if Sunshine is right about the too acid idea, try juicing a lime a day, mixing with water (lots) and lots of stevia. It is suppose to be really instrumental in making the body more alkiline. I'm doing that, as I can not seem to get my Ph past 6.5 -- of course I have no results yet. I'm trying not to check daily and hang on for the long haul.

Then again, maybe your body is begging for some TLC. I know I would be dying if I kept up with your routine. We do need some recoup time. I will pray for your recover or discover which ever is needed.

To all the rest of you out there in disco exercise land -- Just do it! :)

Morn

12-06-2006, 08:25 PM

Was wiped out from the last two days at work. So needless to say I didn't get a lot done today. Had to play taxi to the kids (for school) and then to gymnastics and finallly I did a workout for me. I did a 50 minute tape of my yoga bootie ballet tape - hip hop abs. Then my daughter wanted me to do it again with her so I did another 20 minutes of it for a total of 70 minutes. And it was really fun (I love dancing)! I love this thread because I have so many things competing for my time but I just knew I had to exercise today since I was off work and the accountability factor you guys provide. And heck if Di can get up early I need to push myself even when I am tired and don't feel like it.

Good Job BDraw - You go Girl!

rawfigure

12-07-2006, 06:45 AM

I am a bit out of the loop. I will try to get some jogging in today and the next 4-5 days. I need the therepy. My diet has been banana's and apples....and not much ealse this last week. I need to get some greens in today.

My lovely sister Cheryl (one of five) died unexpectedly yesterday. :-(. :( We went to spend Thanksgiving at their home in NC. God is good, he allowed us time to see her before this happened.

SO I am off to Cary NC for 5 days....bye all.

Pray for us, especially my Parents her DH and her three children.

thevoyager

12-07-2006, 08:55 AM

hi everyone! i'm just hopping in on this goal/challenge for one as i started it at the beginning of the month as well.

i've been doing 30 minutes of cardio per day, and am going to up that to 45 tonight. i also did a 15 minute total body workout video i found on sparkpeople last night and boy does my body hurt!! :eek:

keep at it! it feels great to work the bod!

start date dec 1
start wt 177
cur wt 170
eventual goal weight 130

BDraw

12-07-2006, 12:22 PM

Rawfigure -- so sorry to hear of your loss! I can't even begin to imagine what life must be like for you and your family right now -- I will pray.

Me?? I exercised for a record 65 minutes this am. 30 on the rebounder and 35 doing Kundalini Yoga for maintaining a flexible spine that I downloaded free from: www.kundaliniyoga.lorg/spinal.html

I feel accomplished -- even if I didn't get up early as orginally planned. That nice warm bed was just too hard to climb out of today.

I did not exercise yesterday. Hard to force me to exercise when parts of me hurt like I pulled muscles I didn't know I had. So I took a 30 minute hot bath, hoping to sweat some of whatever was ailing me out. I looked like a beet when I climbed out. Then I walked around the cool house just wrapped in a towel -- good thing the kids were already sleeping. Slept like a baby.

Hope everybody is feeling better and sticking with their plan.

Morn

12-07-2006, 08:28 PM

Had to work today and then went to work out. Did 40 minutes on the eliptical machine, 10 minutes on the stationary bike and 5 minutes of abs and 5 minutes of chest presses. I burned 550 calories on the eliptical and stationary bike and hopefully more!

Happy sweating everyone!!

Rawfigure - So sorry to hear about your sister. :( Your family will be in my prayers.

rawfigure

12-07-2006, 08:46 PM

BDraw, Morn and Di..and anyone I miss... Thank you for the Prayers. We need them. This is very hard, and heartbreaking. I am so very sad even though I know she is rejoicing & happy to be with the Lord in Heaven. My twin told me that now when it our time to go we will not be afraid because we will know Cheryl will be there waiting to greet us. But still there is the whole she will leave in our lives.....

Sorry I know this is an exercise thread...I will touch base when I get home next week. Exercise for me.... :D

Sunshine9

12-07-2006, 10:24 PM

My thoughts are with you rawfigure. I can't even imagine losing a sister, so I send you comfort and warmth.

....

Today I rebounded for 30 minutes and did a 20 min pilates lower bod dvd. I didn't really want to do it. My body is more up for exercise in the a.m. these days. I feel good and upbeat.

misslinda

12-07-2006, 10:44 PM

Ughhghghghghg.

I really shouldn't be exercising --more than likely have a foot fracture!!!!

But anyway, workout for 75 minutes today. :D

Rawfigure, OMG, was this unexpected? :eek:

I am so so sorry and know that feeling of a family member passing...........that feeling that lies in the pit of the stomach. :( I pray and will be thinking of you and your family. May all the light of healing,hope and eternity surround you.

;)

NFrawRUNNER

12-08-2006, 04:29 AM

NFrawRUNNER

12-08-2006, 04:43 AM

Thinking of RF and forgot to post my "exercise"....actually, those of you will be proud of me that I let myself sleep in until 5 a.m. today and am NOT going to run today....Many of you know I have been "dragging" lately....I am working on the (self diagnosed :p ) B-12 deficiency and supplementing with some whole foods "un-stress" formula + St John's Wort tea, etc.....but am also giving my body a day's restpite after all the advice from you guys! Since my "long run" is tomorrow I figured if I slept in today it would recharge me for tomorrow if that makes sense and then tomorrow's run will benefit from today's rest............work with me here I'm a little OCD with a type A personality!!!! Anyway, I am hoping to feel better quelling the old IBS/acidosis issues I have had crop up this week.....trying really hard to drink lots of water and keep my foods simple.......a lot of smoothies, juice and mono fruit meals this week.....intestines still aching but hopefully the extra sleep helped? will check in later to see how everyone else is doing!

RF does need lots of prayers....Can we all pray for her and her family simultaneously say at 8 p.m. this evening for 1-2 minutes straight? I will and anyone else can too.....If we all pray "together" maybe they will feel our strength.....RF's name is Leslie and her sister was Cheryl.......It was quite sudden and the family is devestated....3 children and a husband too.....I don't think RF will mind me sharing this....we neeeeed to pray for them as a family......Thanks guys....Oh yeah, and dedicate your "exercise" to RF today....it'll help you and her at the same time! I do this a lot to make my runs more meaningful! It gives you a focus. I will do my "long run" for Cheryl tomorrow! When you feel like quitting you think of that person, pray, send them happy thoughts, etc.....good luck!
Di

Morn

12-08-2006, 11:25 AM

Ok just finished my yoga bootie ballet tape of cardi (36 minutes) and my abs of steel tape (10 minutes). The whole yoga (meditation) thing to me is a little out there but the rest of the tape is fun as far as the dancing. You almost don't feel like you are working out. Anyway thanks for being there everyone to keep me accountable and helping me reach my goals!

Now get Sweating as Di would Say! (of course in a nice way but with tough love!)

Misslinda - I know that you are a diehard, but maybe you should just do some floor exercises and keep off that fracture!

NFrawRUNNER

12-08-2006, 06:35 PM

Misslinda - I know that you are a diehard, but maybe you should just do some floor exercises and keep off that fracture!

MissL-From one pigheaded exercise freak :rolleyes: to another I agree with Morn, with love and admiration.....been there, done that....remember what it took last year to slow me down :confused: (broken femur-don't want that again!) There are a lot of things you can do....If you aggravate the fracture you'll be laid up much longer. :eek: ...get some horsetail and comfrey leaf...make a poultice for your foot + enjoy some in a tincture/ tea and exercise in another way my darling!!!!

Morn and BDraw- You guys are very impressive getting your workouts in!!!!

Remember RawFigure and her family.....I will pray at 8 o'clock tonight for Leslie ("RF") her sister Cheryl (who passed away) and her family (DH and 3 kids :( ) join me?
Di

Morn

12-09-2006, 02:00 PM

Just checking in. I did my 10 minute tape of abs of steel (cause I needed it) and housecleaning. So I won't be doing anything else today. We are also going to go walking around the mall. I know everyone is busier this time of year but we can't forget about our goals right?

NFrawRUNNER

12-10-2006, 08:40 AM

Nice new pic Morn! You are glowing! Congrats on getting under the 200 mark...I know that's got to be a big boost! I had a mentally challenging workout yesterday.....ran 1.7 miles, power went out :mad: .....came back on....ran 1.2 miles, power went out again..... :mad:.....came back on.....ran .18 mile...power went out and stayed out for a couple hours!!!!!! :eek: I hemmed and hawed wondering if I should forget it or not.....then it came back on so I forced myself back on to finish my "long run" which was scheduled to be 3 1/2 hours....However, I was "dragging" and ran very slow then walked but I "did my time" so that counted right? I hosted a dinner party last night for my aides and their spouses and did well staying raw except I must admit I ate a few corn tortilla chips and cake....now I feel like yuck so I will fast today, which I never do! But the thought of food repulses me so I need to listen to my body, right? I had some organic wine and it must have made me "weak" to temptation....At any rate, I did not respond well to the change and was up in the night vomiting!!!!! Guess that confirms that I should not stray from RAW!!!! I am looking at this as a positive experience.....positive that I NEVER want to feel this way again!!!!! I also feel better being able to "come clean" here on the forum....See guys, I may be a workout nazi but I am STILL HUMAN!!! :D I am going to rest my body today too, no treadmill....I'll rest and recuperate today and get back with the program tomorrow!

Morn

12-11-2006, 09:42 AM

Thank you Di. It needed to be updated since my old avatar was from my one month picture.

Wow 3 1/2 hours of running. Unbelieveable. I am pround! With exercising like that you should be down to your goal weight in no time! I am repacking my workout bag for the car (out with the smelly clothes in with the new). Don't know what time I will get off tonight (or this morning) so I will be prepared just in case.

Thank you for being our team leader - You are the Best!

BDraw

12-11-2006, 03:20 PM

Hi Guys! It's been a few days since I've been on. But, good news! I am exercising!!!!! And I am proud!

I never would of believed I would say, it feels good to sweat! Gee, did I really say that?

But you know, I really can't understand running for 3 1/2 hours. It is just not in my mentality. No offence! It is all I can do to exercise for 30 minutes -- 3 1/2 hours in unconcievable. :eek: I can't even manage to bump the 30 minutes to 35 minutes.

Good Luck to all!!

NFrawRUNNER

12-11-2006, 07:39 PM

But you know, I really can't understand running for 3 1/2 hours. It is just not in my mentality. No offence! It is all I can do to exercise for 30 minutes -- 3 1/2 hours in unconcievable. :eek: I can't even manage to bump the 30 minutes to 35 minutes.

Good Luck to all!!

I am a little bit of a nut :rolleyes: but in training for a marathon, long runs are a notch in the belt! A marathon is 26.2 miles so if you think it will take 4 hours you should be able to run that long, etc....When training it's about time on your feet not distance.....I am in "crunch time" right now with a little over a month to go.....so Saturday is my long run day!!! :rolleyes: :eek: :cool:

However, I have been down and out with the "flu bug" for a day so tomorrow's potential run is a first since being S-I-C-K :eek: I really felt horrible, but noticed the "bug" went through me in a day when before it would have been a week!!! I awoke 3x in the night drenched in sweat so I think I must have had a fever....Today, my tummy was a bit "off" but I felt WAAAAAY better than yesterday....anyone else ever experience this?????

Another question I have is about weight.....140 seems tangible to me but once I start trying to dip below that my body seems to fight back....I think I will modify my "goal" to maintain 140 with a 5 pound give or take leeway....135-145.....I didn't come to RAW living to stay obsessed about my weight....anyone else feel like this ever???....

well, happy sweating to all and to all a good night!!!

BDraw

12-11-2006, 10:57 PM

Another question I have is about weight.....140 seems tangible to me but once I start trying to dip below that my body seems to fight back....I think I will modify my "goal" to maintain 140 with a 5 pound give or take leeway....135-145.....I didn't come to RAW living to stay obsessed about my weight....anyone else feel like this ever???....

YES! Yes, Yes! And this idea makes so much sense! I can flucuate 2 pounds a day -- and my body refuses to budge lower than 146, could be due to my grazing all day! The only way I have been below 146 in forever was when I fasted for 30 days. I looked good -- but gained every pound I lost in no time at all. I was quite good at putting that weight back on, rather quickly infact!

Oh, now I understand your insanity (just joking) about running for over 3 hours. Thanks for explaining. Though I still can not begin to imagine the ability of doing the actual exercise program to get you in that shape. Good luck to you! And I love your idea a few messages back about dedicating the workout to a good cause, RawFigure's family. Wonderful gesture!

One more thing -- getting sick -- flu stuff -- A great raw friend suggested to me a while back, while in that exact predicament, to take a very hot bath for at least 30 minutes, sweating the whole while, then dry off, climb into bed, covered well, and continue to sweat while sleeping. This is suppose to help rid the body of the nasties! I did this and sweat like a pig, woke up in the wee hours very wet, but feeling better. Next time I tried it, I put bath towels both under and on top of me, so the bed wouldn't be wet, so when I awakened, I could just throw the towels off and stay in the nice warm bed. It was much easier.

Gee I think I touched on all your questions. Hope it was helpful. And hope you are feeling much better. Isn't it amazing that when the "bugs" go around, we, being raw, are much less suspectable to them, or if we get them, the degree is much less severe? Wonderful benefit of being raw! Gotta love it!

NFrawRUNNER

12-12-2006, 09:45 AM

BDraw-Thank you for all of your helpful tips! I was up & at'm at 3 this a.m. ok I was up....I walked a good portion of my "workout" before getting into it but that's ok after my lapse right? My tummy is still off today.....many IBS symptoms back....I used psyllium and flax this a.m. in the hopes of "expunging" the junk but it causes a lot of bloating in the process!!! :eek: wore loose clothes today to school!!! :D ...BTW BDraw, I need to pm you again regarding my special children, I need advice...I will when I get a chance ok?
Di

NFrawRUNNER

12-12-2006, 09:46 AM

RF-thinking of you too! I know you are busy right now :( but please know your cyber friends are here thinking of you!!! ((hugs))
Di

rawfigure

12-12-2006, 01:00 PM

RF-thinking of you too! I know you are busy right now :( but please know your cyber friends are here thinking of you!!! ((hugs))
Di

I am home....

Thanks Di..and all for the prayers. I was able to get some sleep the last few nights and emotionally I feel more stable. And I am eating more after a few weeks of not and losing 5 pds...(with my sister and my husband who is battling tinnitus)

Someone asked about my sisters age. She was 47, a year older than me and one of five girls in our family. I admired my sister Cheryl more than any women I ever knew. I found from the comments at her viewing (over 700 people) that I was not the only one who thought that way of her. Many women told me she was there role model and what a impact she made on their lives. A true beauty inside and out, which came from her great faith in God, and her desire to always put others above herself. I strive daily to be more like her ! She is a tough act to follow.

I only got one 30 min walk in 5 days. There was too much going on. Now I have to catch up at home, and work ! Tomorrow I will pick back up on the work outs.

rawfigure

12-12-2006, 01:04 PM

Morn

12-12-2006, 01:27 PM

Well now I am feeling like I am getting a cold. I also feel like crap from yesterday and being up for 22 1/2 hours (was at work again til 4:30 and didn't get home til 5:00 a.m.) So needless to say no workout and now in a few hours I need to go back to work and do it all over again and I feel bad. I don't think I will be making it to the gym tonight either.

Di - I think your idea is a sound one. You are the only one that knows your body and you have come a long way (so be proud). If it is meant to be it will happen. God only knows you eat well and exercise a ton. So you are doing it all right. I have a goal in mind too but it may just not be realistic. I too will have to wait til I get much closer to my goal weight to find out. But my body is stubborn to to losing weight so I can feel your pain. What we have in mind and where God wants to take us could be two completely different places. I figure if one looks great who cares about the number on the scale.

rawfigure

12-13-2006, 09:36 AM

30 min weights and then a 60 min hike, nice out, 50's...albeit a little muddy hiking ! :D

NFrawRUNNER

12-13-2006, 06:42 PM

I trudged along this a.m :rolleyes: .....still "run down" from the flu bug I had over the weekend....and the bad sad food I indulged in :( ...At least it reinforces the fact that 100% RAW should be my only goal! I have relapsed into all of my old celiac/IBS symptoms....over a little bit of cake!!!! :eek: That's ok, I am not going to stress over my weight anymore...
Morn, you are right. I eat 10X better and work out 20X more than most people I know so why stress??? I am still "inflammed" from the week end and expect my weight to be up tomorrow a.m. but I will not worry! Just be raw!!! I used to weigh 191 pounds and would have given blood to be 150 even!!! Everything is relative....Maybe the trying to go lower has been what has made me so susceptible to so many different "bugs"...
On a positive note-I think you guys are doing great with your workouts :D I'll have you all signed up for my August 10K here in NY in no time!!!!! {{New Year's Resolution???}}} Hmmmmmm, be thinking......my wheels are spinning!!! ;)

Leslie-welcome back, we missed you.

Morn

12-13-2006, 08:54 PM

Ok it is late and my body still feels like it is fighting a cold but what is weird is when I get some rest it seems like some of the symptoms go away. I thought by now I would have a full fledge nasty cold. So now I am going to plug in my yoga bootie ballet tape and do that before I go to bed. And I need to do this right now so I can get to bed at a reasonable hour cause I have to work early a.m. tomorrow. So off I go to sweat.

Just finished:

36 minutes cardio caberet
10 minutes abs of steel tape

misslinda

12-14-2006, 12:18 AM

NFrawRUNNER

12-14-2006, 09:59 AM

* SNIFF SNIFF *

been staying off this good ole foot of mine as suggested. Doing alot of stretchess and isometrics.

You are all wonderful in your exercise endeavors!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Diantha, for sure lady, you will overcome,achieve and succeed --no doubt tough cookie!!!!!!!! :)

Keeping you in warm thoughts Rawfigure!!!!

Morn, yur DISCO groupie is cheering you on :D :p
ML-My ESP must be working...I was JUST wondering how your foot is faring!!!!! Glad you are doing well...I too am "listening" (with one ear anyway) in regards to my tiredness...Today I slept in until 4:45 (late for me!!!) and only walk/ran for an hour on the treadmill. I think part of my problem is I NEED TO GET OUTDOORS TO RUN! Unfortunately, my schedule doesn't allow for that during the week but I am gearing up to do my long run outdoors this Saturday...The weather here in NNY is abnormally balmy and I think if I could get some good healthy sunshine and air I would be back on track again! Also, I have eaten well this week...high fruits, low fat and loading up the greens in my breakfast smoothie. I am taking my fats at bed time instead (omegas).....my students are coming back (( I HEAR THEM))TTYL

rawfigure

12-14-2006, 11:52 AM

another beautiful day in NY ! Unseasonal 54 degrees !

Did a short jog and 30 min of weights. I am back in the saddle again.

Our December Group seems light...where are all the daily exercises ? Good for all who are sticking it out..through thick and thin we get it done !

My neighbor just brought me a basket of fruit :p ! She is sweet ! :D

misslinda

12-14-2006, 01:12 PM

Diantha, run a few for me !!!!!!!!!!!!!! I know watcha mean by needing the outdoors for running....just not quite the same indoors but works for the interim! I will be giving my foot about 6 weeks and then slowly work back in EEK!!!!!!!!!!! SIX WEEKS????? :eek: better now than later. Anway, you are doing MARVELOUS!!!!!!!!!!

What a SWEET suprise Rawfigure. Does your neighbor know you are raw?

THANK YOU FOR YOUR INSPIRATION EXERCISE QUEENS! :D

HealthyRawLife

12-14-2006, 01:38 PM

Sorry I haven't been around for support and for our weekly weigh-ins. My family has been trying to help my brother for the past week. He has a severe drinking problem and has for about 29 years (he is 42 now and started drinking in junior high). Anyways, he just moved into his own apartment 4 weeks ago, after living in my home since June, and we just found out last week that the minute he left our house he started drinking and did so for 3 weeks straight and became suicidal. So, our family has been absorbed the past 10 days or so with trying to help him. He is doing a little better this week and hasn't drank since last Wednesday and is getting help from my Dad's pastor, a Christian counselor and he is beginning meetings tonight with a group called "Celebration Recovery". So, as of now, things seem to be o.k. for the time being. Any prayers for him would be much appreciated. He is such a nice guy, very caring and gentle but this problem has such a hold on him. Throughout all of the stress, I have managed to continue doing my rebounder most days for about 35-40 minutes. I have managed to keep eating rather well, also, however the stress has gotten to me a bit and that seems to have slowed down my weight loss from last month.

Rawfigure, I am so very sorry to hear of your sister passing away. How very difficult that must be for you and your family. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your loved ones.

NFrawRUNNER

12-14-2006, 03:36 PM

Can I just say I appreciate this thread so much! I know it is a support exercise thread but I feel like we are all so "close" because we "share" so much! Funny, huh? We're all around the globe cheering each other on but the minute I feel like "quitting" I hear one of you saying "you can do it!" or I get a compliment for being "inspirational"....ironic because you all inspire me so much! Our December thread seems smaller but I know there are others lurking in the shadows wondering about joining in...and for you let me offer out our next thread to be continual...a 2007 exercise support challenge for one and for all! The goal....to keep on keepin' on, with raw, exercise and spirituality....sound good? I am modifying my personal goals to be more realistic and feel better already. The biggest mistake we can make (and I've done it!) is to expect too much and give up....Do what you can and that's all you can do. Life happens. Be all you can be but don't let it control your life. Being raw is like being fit. There is a healthy medium. Keep it simple....Just EAT RAW and do what you can for exercise....Walk around on your lunch break for 15 minutes....and then again right after work....BAM there's your 30 minutes...I think we (women anyway) put too many demands upon ourselves that are impossible to follow through.....
There, my lecture for the day! Sweat, but don't sweat it! Life's too short, LIVE IT!
Di

Lunar*Fey

12-14-2006, 04:02 PM

Hi Everyone,
I am back, at least for now! I was in "depressed" mode for a while there, but lately I am much better mentally.

So I had the stomach bug and dropped some weight :( which isn't good. I'm increasing my calories (pretty much, although I am not overly concerning myself with it) daily.

Yesterday:
-Cindy Crawford Workout 1...45 minutes (strength training workout) lol My mom had it laying around so I used it.
-A bit of stretching...
-went up and down the stairs like ten times to keep my heart strong...

Today:
-Bike ride....probably about 45(maybe +) minutes....it was actually nice out today! That excited me and I just had to take a bike ride.

I'll probably stretch before bed as I usually do....plus I have play rehearsal tonight and we are finally coreographing! yayy.

Dianthia,
just curious but, how tall are you? I think you are right in feeling that you should not get caught up in what your weight is...It seems our bodies know best, and there is no right weight you know what I mean? Like my mom is 5'9 1/2" and about 153 lbs (shhh don't tell her I've told ;) ) but she is built very very small and doesn't exercise at all any more so for her it isn't muscle and doesn't look like she is fit/healthy weight. But a person could be 5'4" with a different build and be 140 pounds of muscle and look totally fit, healthy, and great! So I think we really shouldn't base our health or looks or whatever on a number, you know?

Rawfigure,
sending lots of love and light your way. {{{HUGS HUGS HGSU}}} <3 <3

Sunshine9

12-14-2006, 09:27 PM

Heya ladies, lookin' good ;)

I just wanted to update that I am still very much participating. I got my period though two days ago, and I make a point to not exercise on the first day, and sometimes the second. I like to take a little rest and let my body cleanse itself. Also I just started a waitressing job, where I'm on my feet for like 5-8 hours at a time, running around.. so I'm going to have to modify my exercise a bit because I'm EXHAUSTED> work IS a workout so far...

keep it up though!!! yaya!

Morn

12-14-2006, 09:44 PM

Healthy Raw Life: I understand a little of what you guys are going through. Just recently we had a friend struggling with the same issue and it seemed we made little headway with him (and he moved away when the accountability got to be too much) :( . I am glad your brother has you and a supportive family, etc. My prayers go out to him as alcohol is an addiction just like food is previous addiction for me (I say previous because I found that as long as I eat raw it isn't an issue for me). It really makes no difference in God's eyes (alcoholism vs. gluttony) and it is really only by the grace of god that one can overcome and change. Everyone seems to have some sort of vice they turn to when life is rough and not what we thought it should be. He is just trying to fill his void with alcohol. Hopefully your dad's pastor can help steer him in the right way. I am glad you still found time to exercise through all the stress. Exercise helps relieve stress and helps your body relax. My prayer will be that god will fill the void in his life with his love and peace. Glad your back with us. We missed You!

Lunar Fey - welcome back!

Morn

12-14-2006, 09:52 PM

Well after work today I went to the gym on the way home and did the following:

35 minutes on the eliptical machine
27 minutes on the stationary bike
5 minutes of abs on the floor
50 reps for inner thighs on machine with weight at 90lbs.
50 reps for outter thighs on machine with weight at 90lbs.
30 chest presses with weight at 60 lbs.

Between the eliptical and bike I burned 600 calories.

I feel good nanananana I knew that I would yeah!

Misslinda - thanks for cheering me on from the disco group!

rawfigure

12-15-2006, 06:48 AM

I am so pleased to read the newer posts..
We are all doing so well.... :p

Hey DI...thanks for the last little motivating lesson ;) are you a teacher..?? LOL.....

LunarFey...welcome to our thread..thanks for the *hug*

misslinda..thanks for the warm thoughts. My neighbor knows I eat "healthy". They wanted to express their sorrow for my sister and I think fruit is a good way to do it !

HealthyRawLife...HRL for short .....Thank you for the thoughts and prayers. I am sorry to hear about your brother, it is so loving what you are doing to help him. If you can be there for a loved one, it is a gift !

and ALL ...I am touched by all the love and caring here. In a way it make dealing with painful situations easier knowing there are those who keep you in their thoughts and prayers and we have never meet !

I will keep you all in my prayers...and HRL...your brother..can you share his name with us ?

Leslie

rawfigure

12-15-2006, 06:56 AM

OH..I did Step Cardio for 30 min only...and some bum and abs.

My butt is sore from the last few work outs adding Lunges and ball butt blasters ;) ...so must be I need them !! Best keep them in my regular work out ! :p

We must go pack get going...have to travel for a Xmas Party with our Office.(my dh and I work for same Corp.) I thought about not making the 2 hr trip and hotel...but the Office expressed that they would be VERY disappointed if we did not come.

My Boss arranged for RAW food for me...hmm....salad and fruit I think !

Now the age ols question..what to wear to the party ?.......... :rolleyes: off to raid my dressy closet....bye............

Morn

12-15-2006, 01:43 PM

I just finished my 27 minute tap of taebo and 10 minutes workout of abs of steel. I am tired and sweaty. A few years back (before Evelina was born) when I was in karate these tapes would have been a breeze. Just goes to show how extra weight and being inactive for so long does take its toll.

Rawfigure - A christmas party! How fun - you will look great no matter what you wear. I wish I was your size! That is also so nice that they are ordering something special for you.

HealthyRawLife

12-15-2006, 01:47 PM

I just want to express to all of you how thoughtful and caring you all are. Such a wonderful, supportive group! I know this is an exercise thread, but seems to have become so much more.....

Morn, thank you so much for your touching post. I truly appreciate your sentiments about my brother and I think I may print it out and let him read it. I, too, have always believed he is just searching to fill a void in his life and drinking accomplishes that for him. I hope our family's gentle encouragement and helping to lead him to the Lord will be what he needs. It's very difficult to see someone you love struggle so much.
P.S. Congrats on getting into the 190's - you must feel very proud!! Way to go!

RawFigure, thank you also for your kind words, especially during such a difficult time for you. I can't believe that "virtually" total strangers can be so kind to one another. It's so amazing, it's brings a tear to my eye......My brother, Scott, is a great guy who has walked a difficult path for many years. Thank you for your prayers for him. It means so much.

NFrawRUNNER

12-15-2006, 02:17 PM

just curious but, how tall are you? I think you are right in feeling that you should not get caught up in what your weight is...It seems our bodies know best, and there is no right weight you know what I mean?
I am 5' 8" and "large framed" as they say so 140-145 is probably where I should e (ven a little more?) It's just that I was at 132-135 for awhile (before I broke my leg) and liked that "lightness"....However, I do believe the foods we eat influence that greatly. Since I "slipped up" last week end it has taken me until today to start to feel myself again and I weighed in and the scales are going down. I think the more I try to lose weight the more I sabotage myself by thinking I am "deprived" so I actually eat more!!!! (A lot of us do that don't we?) So I will weigh what I weigh and not worry as long as I eat raw and stay away from too many nuts....that's just me. Nuts may work for some but due to my previous celiac/IBS/gallbladder issues and recent "reinflammation"/flare-up, simple raw fruits (mono/simple meals) are what's working best. I am running the Phoenix Marathon 1/14/07 which is a month away so my goal is to stay completely raw until then!!!! I had a great run this a.m. I "allowed" myself :rolleyes: to walk the first 30 minutes, ran for 75-80 minutes and walked the rest to round out 2 hours and still managed to cover 10 miles so I feel good, I sweated a lot and had energy all day with my little heathens here at school who also put me through a daily workout let me tell you!!!! All is well here. Now, I just need encouragement to stay raw ALL week end and not be tempted so I don't have to spend all next week paying for it like I did this week end!!!! Good luck to me and good luck to you too! Keep on keepin on folks!!!!
Happy trails!
Di

NFrawRUNNER

12-15-2006, 02:22 PM

I just want to express to all of you how thoughtful and caring you all are. Such a wonderful, supportive group! I know this is an exercise thread, but seems to have become so much more.....

I meant to post this earlier in regards to your situation-Your brother is lucky to have you too....The love and support of a family is always so important. One day he will thank you even if he's not ready now. Addictions are so hard to try to fight alone. So glad he has you and your family...{{warm thoughts and hugs to you}} ;)

BDraw

12-15-2006, 02:55 PM

Hi All! Been a bit since I posted, but I am actually exercising. I am pleased with me. Actually surprised with me. Thanks for all the motivation! I've got to report my morning efforts:

Got up after 8 (wonderful sleeping late), put exercise clothes on and fed kids, then jumped on trampoline, with music going, only to have to answer the phone. Barely started, so okay -- talked to brother for too long. Then get the kids going on school work, back on trampoline, once again intrupted after about 12 minutes to child in tub demanding attention -- oops I forgot him. :o He's standing there, dripping wet, holding on to his clean clothes, patiently waiting for me -- and before I can get to him the phone rings again. 10 minutes later I'm back on the trampoline to finish my 30 minutes. I did manage to get in excess of 30 minutes of jumping in. Finally by 10am, I'm in the shower ready to officially start my day and wondering how noon got here so soon. How could those kids be hungry already, I just finished breakfast.

Life can be amusing ---- it can also be frustrating! Thanks Morn for your reply about the alcholism. I've just realized that is the problem in my family and am trying to figure out how to deal with it within myself. It is not easy! Admitting it is the hardest part, even for those of us watching the 'other' slowly destroy themself.

One day at a time, sometimes has to be one moment at a time for me. :(

Yogamy

12-15-2006, 04:59 PM

Hi all- I just started running a few weeks ago- and amazingly enough I started running and my first day was a 5k charity race for the cancer society. I am pretty active already as I am a yoga teacher and have two dogs that I walk daily but running is new for me. I have been eating raw for nearly 3 months now and the boost of energy I have most days has been phenominal- not to mention that I have been able to give up coffee and do more exercise that will increase my cardiovascular health.

I ran in my second 5k last weekend and now am training to participate in a dualathalon in october with my partner christian. I hope I can keep up the excitement about it to make it that far. My plan is to run a charity race one x amonth to keep it fun and keep me training.

My current weight_ I don't know I hate to weigh myself- but most likely its around 125 lbs ( down about 15 Ilbs in the past 3 months) Im pretty close to ideal for my frame now which is very muscular from the yoga and sports my whole life)

My goals: to make peace with food- my addictions are pretty strong- and even now I have just switched my obsessions to raw food- but its better than pizza and ice cream. :o fitness goal: be able to bike 20 miles and run 8 by october event in perdio key florida!!!!! :D :D[/COLOR]

Morn

12-15-2006, 07:37 PM

B-Draw - I was totally relating to your post with how your morning went with the kids. I feel like when I am home with the kids that is how my day goes. That is partially why I like to go to the gym after work so my time is uninterupted. When I am working out at home the phone rings almost everytime. Of course when I am not working out it never rings. Go figure. And the mental image of your son standing there - yeah I have probably done that too. And is it already time for lunch - I just got done cleaning up all the breakfast dishes! Life is funny when we look back from the outside in. I am glad you have the time to be with your family serving them - it is a precious precious time. And there is no better job in the world than being a Mom.

Sorry to hear about your other situation in your family. I will keep you in my prayers as well. It seems we as humans are always looking for the escape. Instead of dealing with life and running to God we run to many other idols that give us temporary relief. But the problem is it only makes matters worse in the end cause it is a vicious cycle that will keep repeating itself over and over again. I think the most powerful tool we have is prayer. The good news is God is big enough to meet us where we are at and get us to where we need to be. Trust in him (and yes it may be one day or one moment at a time), But he is Faithful!

Blessing to you and hugs!

NFrawRUNNER

12-16-2006, 09:06 AM

I feel back on track again with my running. I opted NOT to do the 3-4 hour run scheduled for today in lieu of how "run down" I have been feeling for a couple of weeks...Instead, I forced myself out the door....no distractions, ni TV, KIDS, telephone, NOISE POLLUTION of any kind, no ipod, none of that....just me, the crisp cool winter air and GOD! I don't even know how far I ran, and I ran slow, but enjoyed it....think it was around 12 miles if I remember correctly....it's a nice "country loop" leaving and ending from my house.....took a couple of hours....now I am home and feel great, not pooped like I usually am....which is a good thing as my hubby and I have special plans (new tradition?) I have been stressing about not even starting the Christmas shopping so I concocted a scheme! Since our 5 kids range from 10-20 they are ok to leave alone...sooooooooooooooooo, in a few hours we are outta here....we will shop till we drop and stay in a local hotel (complete with jacuzzi!) and shop some more tomorrow!!!! We need to have some "us" time, he needs to realize how much is involved in shopping :eek: (I usually do it all) and this seemed perfect.....My kids are like what? why? I said never mind!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! so, needless to say, I will not be posting until tomorrow or after! Bye for now! :p ;)

Morn

12-16-2006, 09:15 AM

Good for you Di! Hope You have fun!

NFrawRUNNER

12-19-2006, 02:12 PM

[QUOTE=Yogamy]Hi all- I just started running a few weeks ago- and amazingly enough I started running and my first day was a 5k charity race for the cancer society. I am pretty active already as I am a yoga teacher and have two dogs that I walk daily but running is new for me. I have been eating raw for nearly 3 months now and the boost of energy I have most days has been phenominal- not to mention that I have been able to give up coffee and do more exercise that will increase my cardiovascular health.

I ran in my second 5k last weekend and now am training to participate in a dualathalon in october with my partner christian. I hope I can keep up the excitement about it to make it that far. My plan is to run a charity race one x amonth to keep it fun and keep me training.
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WELCOME ABOARD! SOUNDS LIKE YOU ARE WELL ON YOUR WAY TO BECOMING ADDICTED TO RUNNING! Welcome to the club! I will be running the Phoenix,AZ marathon January 14th....so I am TRAINING hard as we speak! I am obsessive as well and can even pack away the raw food! But I am working on my issues! Have a great day!
Di

NFrawRUNNER

12-19-2006, 02:28 PM

oops! forgot to mention that I RAN OUTSIDE AGAIN THIS MORNING! I think this is just what I needed! We live in a small village that is about 2 miles around the outside perimeter so I just do "laps" starting from my house! The only thing is no matter which direction I choose the first 1/2 mile is a steep incline!!! So EVERY lap I go up THAT HILL! It is working out perfect though because I live right "downtown" and the new village clock is right across from my house so I can check it every loop (or make a pit stop if necessary!!! :D ) and best of all I can RELAX! I was getting too obsessed with my speed or lack thereof on the treadmill. Now, I just run for time.....much less stressful for any wannabe's runners....I know I need to be done at 6 a.m so I just guage my time accordingly! Sorry to ramble but it's really been rough running lately and that is not like me....and my digestion does not seem to be right...I feel bloated a lot??? any ideas? I know I had a few slipups over the past month or two but I actually have been 100% since LAST Monday and still am not "back to normal"....I feel fat...I know I shouldn't and that I don't necessarily LOOK it but I FEEL it, ya know what I mean? I think I retain fluid even though I drink a lot of water, drink lemon juice, etc....I am starting to feel like I did prior to raw and I don't like that feeling. It is the "light, clean feeling that attracted me to raw and has helped me stay raw for so long??? Maybe I am just in a slump? Could the dairy from the cake I ate 8 days ago STILL have effects on me? My body just still feels inflammed..............but I feel GREAT after I run so I don't want to stop that....If there was a fruit or food that was soothing I would mono eat that until things were working right....what about bananas? Has anyone ever just eaten bananas with good results? I understand they are very soothing to the intestinal tract....I don't want to GAIN weight though!!! Well, I'm off to the grocery store and home to WRAP!!! Hope everyone has a great day!
Di

BDraw

12-19-2006, 03:33 PM

Hi! Been a few days, but I'm back.

Thanks Morn for the support! I must share this. The other evening, while I was really out of sorts and having to spend time with my dear husband, and not really wanting to cause I am too ticked off with him at the moment, I was praying for the grace to be kind and loving, even though I really felt like biting his head off (you get the picture). Anyway. . . the scripture came to me about "and of all these things, love is the greatest." So, I just kept saying(constantly -- to prevent any negative thoughts from entering my head -- in my head, not outloud) "i love you, i love you, i love you, etc. And you know what? Pretty soon I was able to calm down and be loving. I was amazed!!!!! Hope I can remember this for future reference!

I think I am rambling. Now back to exercising. . .

I have been doing my 30 minutes on the rebounder every weekday morning. With normal kid interruptions -- I just make sure I do those on the run! And I've been sleeping in every morning -- till almost 8. . . and getting to bed by 10 or 11. This has me perplexed. I've never slept this late, maybe because kids would not allow it and now they do. I think I may just be taking advantage of the situation, as I love sleeping in. . . z-z-z-z I'm just hoping it is not a sign of beginning depression. Gotta wonder!

Well friends, I must get busy, my 19 year old son is coming home today (been 3 months -- Navy) and I am excited! Got to go make his bed and make him feel welcome.

Enjoy your last week before Christmas.

NFrawRUNNER

12-20-2006, 09:54 AM

:eek: RAH RAH RAH!!!!! WHAT IS HAPPENING TO OUR EXERCISE CHALLENGE????? LET'S GO TEAM! THE LIGHT IS AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL!!! WE CAN DO IT!!!!!! HOW IS EVERYONE DOING????? :p

Forever Young

12-20-2006, 11:03 AM

NFrawrunner, There all waiting till after the holidays to get back in the saddle, there are only a few hard core nuts out there, guess I'm one of them, time for my 10 miler gotta run. Forever young :cool:

Lunar*Fey

12-20-2006, 01:52 PM

I don't do much :( but here is basically what I have been doing the past couple days:

I do a bit of stretching daily.
Monday: 45 min? strength training workout
Tuesday: 40-45min? stregnth training workout
Today: I am about to go on a bike ride...I don't work it super hard or anything I just enjoy the ride...probably about 40 minutes? maybe less but I ride the long route there to a little store and then ride the short route home. I'll edit this if I do more.

Happy Holidays everyone!

rawfigure

12-20-2006, 04:36 PM

:eek: RAH RAH RAH!!!!! WHAT IS HAPPENING TO OUR EXERCISE CHALLENGE????? LET'S GO TEAM! THE LIGHT IS AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL!!! WE CAN DO IT!!!!!! HOW IS EVERYONE DOING????? :p

sick for a few days, surprise company for three days :eek: , working , STILL building a home (count down to moving SOON !)and still no Xmas prep and 3 days left to go ....can you say

crazy

tomorrow I get off the Merry Go Round and get some exercise in..

HealthyRawLife

12-20-2006, 06:01 PM

NFrawRUNNER

12-20-2006, 06:23 PM

Hey, Di, I'm sure the craziness of the holiday season is keeping most people very busy...I'm sure we'll all be back on track come January! My family has still been helping my brother with his drinking issues, so life has continued to be stressful for me. However, I have still managed to keep rebounding everyday and staying mostly raw. Can stress slow down weight loss? After losing almost 12 lbs. in our November challenge, I am a little disappointed at losing just about 2.5 lbs. so far this month.....on a more positive note, I am excited that my sister has joined me in the "raw journey".
Healthy RawLife- I am hearing you on the busy part and am sorry you are still struggling with family issues ((hugs)) Why do things ALWAYS seem to happen near the holidays?...
Hope I didn't sound "crass" with my rah rah rah cheer...I didn't intend to...I am feeling the holiday stress myself and look forward to a New Year and fresh start! I have been feeling "off" for weeks and for the first time since raw decided I would water fast today and I made it! I just feel like I need to get ahold of myself and regroup! My old health issues have creeped back and I don't understand why? I agree with the stress thing slowing down weight loss as I have been INCHING UP the scales rather than maintaining 140!!!! HRL- Just look at how far you have come overall from the beginning to now! That's what I do when I fluctuate! Good luck to all...I am off to wrap and then off to bed...and my tummy is growling but I am cleansing right????? I will start fresh tomorrow with mono foods....any ideas? I have an unripe pappaya and lots of apples and bananas....think I'll start with apples for a day....more "housecleaning" maybe! Good luck guys....We'll all huddle and get restarted again in the New Year....but all is not lost now either, 11 more days to go in 2006! We can do it!

rawfigure

12-21-2006, 10:42 AM

Yeah ! I took an hour and went for a walk/jog along the dyke. Cold but tolerable. :D

So now I am behind in work schedule, but I can work late tonight. Worth the trade off as it has been one week since I last got in a work out ! Unheard of in my past obsessive work out schedule !

Forever Young

12-21-2006, 10:49 AM

rawfigure where do you live? Forever young :cool:

GoinDown

12-21-2006, 01:39 PM

Hello everyone,

I'm Jennifer and I'm "goin' down"... in weight that is, and up in spirit!

The concept of exercising and making sensible food choices for optimum health is not new, but for me, the thought of maintaining a fitness plan and executing the (raw) theory seemed nearly impossible. My thinking (that I'd die without chocolate) and habits (of loving the couch and t.v.) were so polluted... Never in a million years did I think I would find success in this refreshing lifestyle.

But guess what... I'm discovering my scale actually can decrease in number, who'd of thought?? I've been 90% raw since day one, just over three weeks ago and I'm down 14 lbs. I do cardio and toning daily. I feel so much better about myself and my health and I'm also becoming more aware of how God intended my mind and my body to be treated... like a treasure.

My sister Valerie - HealthyRawLife, was my inspiration! Thanks, Vool! (Photo of us coming soon.)

I'm looking forward to learning more as well as getting to know more people who share my same enthusiasm. I hope we can encourage each other while we strive to reach our personal goals.

I'll be thinking of you all while I devour yet another yummy watermelon,
Jennifer

BDraw

12-21-2006, 02:55 PM

Welcome Jennifer -- and watermelon -- I'm envious!

Good Luck on your new way of life journey! Sounds like you've got super support (sister) -- I'm envious again! It would be wonderful to have this to share with a sibling.

What a way to end and start a new year -----> RAW and EXERCISING!

Blessings! BD

I was so excited about welcoming Jennifer that I forgot to mention. . .

I'm still exercising, which for me is still rebounding to praise and worship music. . . sweating and praising at the same time, who would of thought?

My Navy son is home for the hollidays :D and he informed me that I need to put more into it! I almost kicked him -- but, you know, this morning while jumping, I did put more into it! ;)

rawfigure

12-21-2006, 05:08 PM

Hello everyone,

I'm Jennifer and I'm "goin' down"... in weight that is, and up in spirit!

I love that Jennifer. Welcome to RFT :D You will like it here.

Leslie

rawfigure

12-21-2006, 05:12 PM

rawfigure where do you live? Forever young :cool:

I currently live in Elmira NY and am in the midst of moving to one of the Finger Lakes (Keuka) in Central NY State where we have been spending our summers for the last 12 years.

It has been unusually warm here high 40's and mid 50's. We have yet to have snow. Usually we have snow around Thanksgiving and many storms thru to Spring. I am not sad it hasn't shown up yet :D

NFrawRUNNER

12-22-2006, 07:20 AM

I currently live in Elmira NY and am in the midst of moving to one of the Finger Lakes (Keuka) in Central NY State where we have been spending our summers for the last 12 years.

It has been unusually warm here high 40's and mid 50's. We have yet to have snow. Usually we have snow around Thanksgiving and many storms thru to Spring. I am not sad it hasn't shown up yet :D
I'm with ya RF....strange without the snow indeed...although I am taking the opportunity to continue running outdoors in the crisp dark morning air! This a.m. I did 4 loops of the village a.k.a. around 8 miles? + my stairmaster for 15 minutes (yowsa-holy glutes!) and walked on the TM for 10...I think Santa V." may be getting me a recumbent bike for Christmas so I'll have quite the home gym ensemble....C'mon over raw groupies! Yeah, we should plan a reunion! OK, I am digressing and have to get to work here.....last day of school prior to the holidays! Could be a nail biter!!!! T.G.I.F. Good luck over the next few days staying raw and getting that daily workout/at least time for yourself! You can squeak out the 30+ minutes, I know you can....The next exercise thread for January will be Exercise Raw 2007 Challenge! I am also going to do a Raw Runners" thread for any runners or runner wannabe's......Have a great day all!
Di

ps Welcome to the thread HealthyRawLife's sister (forgot the name)

Morn

12-22-2006, 10:27 AM

Welcome Jennifer! I am so glad you are joining your sister on this journey. It helps to have someone close to you for support and questions. Good for you about getting off the couch!

B-Draw - congratulations on winning a moment by moment battle! It is amazing how when we focus on God and ask for his perspective how things can change. I am proud of you! I am so happy to see that your son came home. I hope you have the best holiday ever with him. Give him lots and lots of hugs (from you and me) and tell him thank you for serving our country!

Di - Yes I am still here. I have barely been able to post lately. Almost all of my posts have been early a.m. after my work days, shopping, etc. The most exercise I have gotten has been walking around the stores shopping. It is cruch time and I am light on time and sleep (and sick with a cold). This year I was way behind the ball. I was going to exercise after work yesterday and then costco called me and asked if I had everything in my box that I purchased the other day for my husband. Of course it just so happend that this Costco was no where near me so I had to drive home from work 40 minutes (and check) and then turn around and drive another 40 mintues to costco to get what should have been in the box. Fortunately they caught it before Christmas. I never looked in the box (and it felt heavy) and it was already wrapped up. So needless to say my exercise time got wasted handling this issue. So then I went shopping and finished up a few my presents for my 4 year old and then the hubby and I went to a mall about 50 minutes from our house to get my christmas present (you can read about it in the disco challenge if you would like). I still have one more present to buy, a ton to wrap and a house that is just completely wrecked and I am tired. So I will try again today to squeeze in some time. This is also an important week as it is the last week to meet my goal. I need to lose 2 pounds and I won't do that if I don't get sweating. I just wish I could be 5 places at once! Tomorrow is my family's Christmas party and I am still not ready for that. Well enough rambling and excuses! Just wanted to acknowledge you and tell you I am still here and I have stayed atleast committed to being raw.

Morn

12-22-2006, 12:16 PM

Well here are my statistics from last month (I also weighed today because it marked my 3 month anniversary - I was really nervous cause I haven't exercised this week due to being extremely busy with Christmas preps and all and I lost 2 more pounds which puts me at my goal for December - I am estatic)!:

Down another 13 3/4 inches from last month.
Total down 29 1/4 inches from start yeah
Total weight down 36 pounds!!!!!

Thankyou Di for pushing us. I know I couldn't be losing all of this weight without getting the exercise. The difference in inches I lost from last month to this month were almost doubled when I started to exercise. I must confess that I didn't weigh myself on Wednesday cause normally I weigh every Monday Morning (so I used My Monday weight to post in my avatar for the 20th). So from Monday to Friday of this week I lost another 2 (and am currently at 194!). I know I can't believe I am jumping up and down about 194 (it is pitiful isn't it). I have a long way to go - but I need to rejoice in the small things!

Biggest area improved is my hips (down 3 inches) :)
Second area is my behind (down 2 inches)
My stomach is my struggle only down 1/4 :(

rawfigure

12-22-2006, 12:32 PM

MORN...That is so GREAT ! You are doing awesome. I love to see the results you are seeing...Inches gone :eek: ! wow !

Do not get discouraged that the mid section has not changed much, it will come off soon. Each of us lose in different places first. For me it is the waist and the hips are last ! :rolleyes:

I did not sleep much last night so my work out was 30 min tmill Incline and rebounder. My heartrate (which is usually very low) is still up from that and little sleep. But we forge on............. :)

Di its Raining and warm, what is this a Spring Xmas in NY ?????

NFrawRUNNER

12-22-2006, 02:19 PM

MORN...That is so GREAT ! You are doing awesome. I love to see the results you are seeing...Inches gone :eek: ! wow !

Di its Raining and warm, what is this a Spring Xmas in NY ?????

MORN- I am so proud of you! You are an inspiration! Keep on keepin' on, you FEEL great right?

Leslie-I agree...this is awesome, what does that mean for next month and the month after that, and so on???? Who cares, rejoice in the moment!!!! (I just hope it at least spits a little snow on Christmas eve!

I am finally feeling back on track with my food and not "inflammed" from my flare up almost two weeks ago!!!! That was my worst yet...must stay raw and now am convinced! I guess it was just "temporary insanity" with the stress of the season! I feel much more relaxed now....then again...I AM ON VACATION! The students left awhile ago and I am just enjoying the peace and quiet here with you all for a few minutes before I dash off in the rain to do holiday grocery shopping in ghastly traffic and then home to the sugared up troops from their Christmas parties!!!! Not sure how much I'll be able to post the next few days but am planning a "long run" tomorrow, walk on Sunday and hopefully riding a new Christmas recumbent bike on Monday sometime (Christmas) HO HO HO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Diantha

rawfigure

12-23-2006, 11:06 AM

GORGEOUS here sunny and 50 ! I went for a 75 min steep uphill hike. Some Jog and some walk. Whew !

NFrawRUNNER

12-24-2006, 05:07 AM

GORGEOUS here sunny and 50 ! I went for a 75 min steep uphill hike. Some Jog and some walk. Whew !
I hear ya! We're being blessed right now enjoy it while you can!!!!! I would like it to snow a little tonight and I am optimistic even thought they say only a "slight chance"....IT'S CHRISTMAS EVE IT HAS TO SNOW IN NORTHERN NEW YORK!

I ran 23 miles yesterday for a long run (in preparation for the Phoenix, AZ Marathon 3 weeks away). It was DARK when I left, dark the first two hours, and then I got RAINED ON for about 45 minutes......but the upside is, starting in the dark makes it seem shorter because by the time it gets light out you're halfway done! I ran slow but it's not about speed anymore-the elites can do that! Bet THEY can't run for 4 hours straight!!!! I am a little sore this morning but I'm up.....will not run at all today or probably tomorrow (I am hoping Santa brings me a recumbent bike and I'll try that out tomorrow!!!) I may walk on my treadmill after I take the kids to the mall to do their Christmas shopping if there's TIME before church....we'll see. If not

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL! KEEP SWEATING AND STAY RAW!!!

rawfigure

12-24-2006, 06:53 AM

I am off for a 1:15 drive to where are new home is too go to Church. We decided to start to scout out a new Church now since we want to go for Xmas. We have been un-churched for awhile and God is nudging us back.

I am taking a change of clothes and if it is nice I will go for a Hke at the Lake. :D

Di...I hope you get the snow. I do not think it is going to snow here at ALL ! Oh well. I think this is the first year we made it to Xmas w/o it ! I remember one Xmas as a Child I rode my new bike at Xmas but for the most part it was Xmas Ice Skating !

NFrawRUNNER

12-25-2006, 01:53 PM

Merry Christmas everyone! I went for a beautiful outside run this morning (part way with dh!!!). The air was fresh and brisk and awesome!!!! I ran about 12 miles! 2 hours but who cares? When I got back the kids and dh had picked up the chaos of wrapping paper and "stuff" and everyone was just getting around to showering! Voila, I missed the stress! What a gift! We are off now to Grandma's! (my mom & Dad)..I am bringing a fresh fruit platter and a great "fruit dip" I concocted by blending 4 bananas and 2 mangos + adding coconut! I also made macaroons! Mmmmm, I can't stop eating them! ;) Yummmmmm, I am bringing mashed cauliflower, + kale crackers and avacado for me....can't wait for the comments! Bring 'em on...I am standing up strong and proud to be raw from now on!!!
Have a great day with your families!

BDraw

12-27-2006, 02:18 PM

Hi guys! Nice to be back -- to the computer. I took a few days off. I've eaten sweets like there is no tomorrow and am regretting it, but not killing myself about it. Believe it or not, I enjoyed it. What can I say? I enjoy sweets, even sad ones. :o But I am back on track. Yes, I am paying the price in pounds and little soreness. But, not near as bad as expected. Strange, I know!

I am still exercising, and planning on increasing for January. We are getting a new challenge for January, aren't we? I'm counting on it! And seriously thinking about doing a 30 minute trampoline workout in the morning and a 30 minute bicycle workout in the evening. And considering on adding yoga or something too. But, that may wait till February. . . afraid to bite off more than I can chew at a time.

Here is wishing the best for everyone!

Oh, thanks Morn. I'll hug that boy of mine for you! ;) You make me tear up to relate your thanks to him for serving our country. Thanks!

rawfigure

12-27-2006, 03:58 PM

BDraw YES ! we are doing an ongoing Challenge for the YEAR ! It will be great motivation and we can see what we all can accomplish in 2007 !

I have not been getting much sleep. I do feel better than I should sleeping only 4 ish hours a night for over a week. God gives me strength ! My DH is has been suffering from Tinnitus. I have been up many night Praying for him till the wee hours of the Morning. Thank God today he is doing well and I will KEEP Praying for healing. We have done all the Routine Medical stuff. Next step is a place in Ithaca NY that specializes in treating it from a non medical stand point. So all you prayer Warrior say a Prayer for my DH, so many tell us there is "no cure" but I know God Can & Will Heal him. So I tell everyone there is a Cure ! :D

So off track...I have been managing short cardio sessions this week, 20-30 min. . Not alot but better then nothing ! ;)

HealthyRawLife

12-27-2006, 10:34 PM

Hi Everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! Ours was nice but I am kind of glad the holidays are mostly over (except New Year's), as it has been a pretty stressful time lately. I did stick with my exercising, mostly rebounding and I have actually managed to do an extra 15 minutes or so on that. Plus, my husband and kids gave me a weight bench for my birthday 2 weeks ago, so I have been doing weights too! I am also adding some floor exercises (sit-ups, leg lifts, "butt squeezes", etc.) to tone up all the "squishy" areas!!! As far as eating, I have done pretty well, but have to admit that I did have some not-so-good stuff over the past few days but I managed to keep it to a minimum.....don't want to sabatoge all of my efforts to this point! I planned (in advance) on letting myself have whatever I wanted over Christmas, as long as I didn't go crazy. After all of the stress lately, I didn't want to add any extra pressure of not allowing myself a cookie or something if I wanted it....so I gave myself permission and it worked out o.k. because I was in control, instead of caving into cravings.

Morn - congrats on reaching your goal for December!!! That is awesome!!! Even though I haven't reached my goal (yet) for December to be in the 160's (and I may not with just 5 days until January 1st), you reaching your goal makes me sooooo happy for you and gives me inspiration to keep working towards my goal (even if I do achieve it bit late) ;)

Thanks to everyone else for always supporting and the wonderful encouragement!!! I am so excited to say that, since starting my raw journey the first week of October, I have lost approximately 27 lbs. and that is due in part to the motivation I receive from our monthly exercise challenges!!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!!! :p

NFrawRUNNER

12-28-2006, 05:15 AM

Good morning all! RF----prayers and hugs coming your way!!! I have been sleeping more this week! Hey, I'm on vacation ;) I am running outside this week because I can! I just HAVE to wait until daylight since I head out in the country! + I cracked the base board on my treadmill (overuse :rolleyes: ) and the "part has been ordered!!!! 3 weeks and it should be done :rolleyes: :eek: so, I'm outside! This is when it happened last year too and I broke my leg! But I am wayyy more cautious now. If the weather is horrendous I'll either have to skip it (yeah right) cross train or head to the YMCA......For Christmas I did get the recumbent bike I wanted! I haven't really used it yet due to all the running around we have had to do...But today is going to be a quiet day (thank God!) so maybe I can actually lounge around a bit! I love the holidays but the vacation flies by because there is soooo much to do! In my area we also get a midwinter break the week of President's Day so that vacation is MUCH more relaxing. Later today I will rev up the ongoing exercise thread for 2007 ok team! We can do it....Looking back on some of your accomplishments are inspirational....I see there's been A LOT of weight loss, people exercising much more than they anticipated and a lot of raw success! KUDOS TO ALL! Keep up the good work for 2006....we're almost to the New Year-have you logged your goals in the 2007 goal thread? GO TEAM GO!

ps....oh yeah, forgot to post my exercise....Mon, Tues,Weds, 12 mile outside "loop"....today I plan the same in a little while (daylight! :p )... then a nap! Happy trails!
Di

rawfigure

12-28-2006, 11:53 AM

Valerie, you are doing so well ! *applause*

Di, I am glad you are feeling better. I hear you on running outside ! It was dark this AM so I am taking a midday break and heading out soon for a 60 min uphill Jog. Get in some Glute work !

I slept 7 hours last night ! Yeah ! :D I feel better from that. Next goal is to get back to "regular" meals. :rolleyes: I lost more weight so that is OK but it is not healthy to snack instead of a meal for long periods of time ! I have loads of veggies in the Fridge but little gumption to make a meal of it. Fruit has become the easy way out. So now i think I will need to Juice and Freeze tonight or it will all go to waste !

NFrawRUNNER

12-28-2006, 02:27 PM

Only those of you who face sub zero winters can appreciate that I was able to sit outside in the sun today while my son was playing next to me....and then I layed down and dozed off! It is unbelievable that it's about 50+ degrees and sunny when it's usually 20 degrees and snowing like crazy I was soaking up as much vitamin D as possible! AAAHHHH I am flying on endorphins! Had a great run and a great day! I wish I were ALWAYS on vacation! Oh well, can't have it all right? My run this morning was almost back to my faster days for some reason!!! My previous 1:45 run of 12 miles only took me 1:50 when it has been taking 2 hours! I was surprised to see the clock! (I don't wear a watch when I run anymore)....

I will start a new 2007 exercise thread...called "Exercise Streak with us through 2007! :eek: " "Streaking" in terms of exercise means EVERYDAY!!! (WITH CLOTHES ;) ....unless you prefer the alternative!!!)

GoinDown

12-28-2006, 02:52 PM

Hi everyone,

Thanks for the welcome to your group. I would never have known about this site and healthy way of living if not for my sister (Valerie). I'm so glad she found success with it and shared with me what works for her, because once I took the "plunge", I started to notice the positive results, as well.

And what exactly are my results, you ask?? Well, I was thrilled to find out on Christmas morn that I was down almost 20 lbs from where I started just four weeks earlier, (that's an average of five lbs a week). Sadly, three days later (today) I'm struggling with my numbers. Christmas day and the day after, I was lenient with my food intake, but by no means did I over-do it. But I'm showing 2-3 lbs up from Christmas morn and I'm afraid I will not make my New Year's Eve goal. :( I'm on a mission to lose weight and to be healthy and I know I should accept set-backs, but it's discouraging since the scale is the number 1 way I am able to see myself improving. I will just have to fight harder, I suppose.

On a happier note, I sang with my church's choir for three Christmas concerts / services this past weekend and I loved it! I totally enjoyed paricipating in praise & worship about that 'holy night'. (Incidentally, the church fed everyone pizza and pop during the day rehearsal, but I was prepared and brought my own grapes, watermelon and lemon water!) I was so proud of myself for staying strong!

Well, I'm ready for the 2007 challenges and I will get all my stats and goals listed just as soon as I figure out exactly how to work all the features of this message board. Bye and have a safe new year's eve!
Jennifer

NFrawRUNNER

12-30-2006, 11:22 AM

GoinDown- Awesome results!!!! I am so glad you decided to join us! I bet your sister was a great inspiration to get you started! That's great for the two of you too as far as being able to support each other....the only support I get is HERE....Don't get me wrong, I love this forum and have made some great cyber friends ;) but I wish I could convince a family member to join me too! Good for you!

IS ANYONE STILL EXERCISING???? I'm such a pain but need I mention that the month is not over yet????? C'Mon girls and boys, what have you done for exercise this week?

I just got back from a long run in the snow....ok, it didn't START snowing until I was 1 1/2 hours into my 23 mile run! So, I just kept trudging along! I had 3 layers on and my outer layer was icing over!!!! including my eyelashes! I had a balaclava (face mask) and mittens on but was VERY GLAD to see my house in the distance after 4 hours!!! I had my son take a picture which I will try to post because I looked Soooooo funny when I got back....and it was HEAVY! I got on the scale fully clothed and shoed and weighed 153 pounds...........stripped down to nothing (which took 5 minutes as my outer jacket was frozen shut!) and weighed 141 pounds! Isn't that amazing? This was my last run of the year so I need to re-tally my mileage and I'll post it later!

Don't forget there will be 2 new threads for 2007 and exercising....one is "Exercise Streak with us through 2007" and the other is strictly for runners..."Run raw 2007" I think is what I called it...At any rate, everyone on this thread has done fantastic and I hope to see you on the new threads!

Happy Trails

GoinDown

12-31-2006, 07:19 PM

Happy New Year's Eve everyone,

(Hopefully this isn't a duplicate message... the first post I wrote somehow disappeared so I had to rewrite it... I'm still learning the features of this site.)

I thought I'd check in on the last day of 2006 to say hey and to also wish everyone much success as we are only hours away from a whole new year of raw! Try to stay focused and maintain enthusiasm for your healthier lifestyle... wish me luck, too! :)

I will check in as often as I can in 2007 and I hope you all will, too.

This is my first official post of my stats and my goals. I hope I can keep "GoinDown"!
Jennifer

HealthyRawLife

12-31-2006, 10:37 PM

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! GOODBYE 2006 - HELLO 2007!!! ;)

Hey Jennifer, GoinDown, I am sooooo glad you were open to listening to me back in November when I was telling you all about raw! It is so great to not only have the support of everyone here but to also have a "raw buddy" in you, my sister and best friend!!!! I LOVE talking to you almost daily about our food choices, exercises challenges and the struggles and joys of weight loss. Thanks for helping to keep me motivated! I admire your enthusiasm and dedication to the whole process - you have made it so fun!!!! Also, I am inspired by your progess - your first month's weight loss is awesome! Keep up the good work and keep 'goin down!!!!

To everyone else, thank you also for all of your encouragement and kind words over the past few months that I have been on this message board! I couldn't have continued to stay raw and excerise my boo-tay if it weren't for your gentle push! Congratulations to all of us for making the effort and for chosing to do something to make our lives better - EATING RAW & EXERCISING!

I just wanted to post my final weight for 2007, which is 171.8. My goal for the end of December was to be in the 160's and even though I didn't quite make it, I am happy to have come pretty darn close! Safe to say, I will meet my 160's goal (but not my final weight goal by any means) in 2007 - lol!!!!!!! I also have high expectations that each one of you, if you put your mind to it, keep working hard and continue to rely on the support of everyone here, will meet all of goals in 2007, as well, and hopefully make all of your dreams come true!!!! I'll end now, as I am beginning to sound like a Disney movie...... HAPPY NEW YEAR TO YOU ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :rolleyes: