Exercise Streak with us through 2007!

[NFrawRUNNER]

:D CALLING ALL STREAKERS!!! EXERCISE streakers that is!!! ;) Are you ready to commit to working out everyday in 2007.......at least 30 minutes a day.......If so this thread is for you! Post your goals, track your progress, rally around us for support and encouragement! If you "slip" and have to miss a day, double up the next day, we won't shun you, we're here to help. Sooooooo, let's get ready to bring in that New Year with sneakers on!!!!

p.s. I am starting a seperate thread for running too!!! Join it? ;)

[sport]

OK
Once again I am joining an exercise thread.
30 mins a day starting tomorrow. I will keep a record.

[Morn]

Ok I am reluctant (since I failed so miserably during the holidays) but I know I need to be here. Since the first is on a Monday, will weighins be on Monday as well?

[rawfigure]

Ok I am reluctant (since I failed so miserably during the holidays) but I know I need to be here. Since the first is on a Monday, will weighins be on Monday as well?


Oh please join us ! We are not counting failure's here :D , well call them " bumps in the road" ! So continue on the Road with us and well help you out when the going gets tough !

Oh course I am STEAKING thru 2007 with you all. :p Wouldn't miss it ! You are all such a pleasure to be around. ;)

[dewraw]

I'm in. So to be clear it has to be 30 min a day for 7 days a week. That's good along with eating raw my extra 25 lbs should fall off.

[salsababy]

LOL. I just got done reading your message to me in another thread about joining your group and I look at this thread and the first line caught me off guard for a second. "Ohmigosh, this is one of THOSE running groups"!!! :eek:
But then I read on................

Count me in. Although I have to say I do take off some days but I always do walking or yoga or something on the days off. This is because I tend to spend 2 hours or so on my training days.

Where do we track our progress at????

[Stina]

Hi Everyone- I'm Stina from the coast of Oregon. I'm out of shape and really aiming to go High Raw and exercising on a daily basis. I'm reaching out and introducing myself. I love this website and how lovingly inspiring it is. It's so great to be able to do this with so much support and also a way to hold myself accountable, so expect me to be popping up on the exercise forums a lot. Love you all!

[NFrawRUNNER]

Hi Everyone- I'm Stina from the coast of Oregon. I'm out of shape and really aiming to go High Raw and exercising on a daily basis. I'm reaching out and introducing myself. I love this website and how lovingly inspiring it is. It's so great to be able to do this with so much support and also a way to hold myself accountable, so expect me to be popping up on the exercise forums a lot. Love you all!

Welcome aboard! Dust off your sneaks and get ready to sweat! Better yet, go BUY some brand new duds and then you'll really FEEEEL ready to work out. If you're out of shape start by just getting out for a 30 minute walk and build from there! Or get some exercise DVD's....although I have found getting out the door to exercise tends to become a habit easier than anything else....
Good luck! Stay raw! and Get movin' ;) You can do it! We all can!
:) :D ;)

[rawfigure]

I'm in. So to be clear it has to be 30 min a day for 7 days a week. That's good along with eating raw my extra 25 lbs should fall off.

Yes ! Another one for the group. Welcome. Yes those 25 pounds will melt off. Also you will find this to be an uplifting group to join !

[NFrawRUNNER]

So, I am taking attendance here! (Like every good teacher right?) Who's in so far? I have:

Me (NFRawrunner/aka Diantha)
Rawfigure
Sport
Morn
Salsababy
dewraw
Stina

and YOU????? Join us! We are in for the long haul! the entire year of 2007 we vow to work out an average of 30 minutes+ A DAY!
Post your goals in the user cp under "edit signature"....

[HealthyRawLife]

Hey, don't forget me!!!!! I'm in!!!!! How can I NOT be??? You all are so great and help me to keep my boo-tay moving!!! Can't wait 'til Jan. 1st.......

P.S. Yesterday, I stepped it up a bit:

morning: 45 minutes rebounder
afternoon: 30 minutes nature walk with kids and 15 minutes riding bike
evening: 30 minutes rebounder and 30 minutes strength exercises

:D

Thanks, Di, for keep our group going and growing!
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ;)

[E4BONY]

Hello,

I'm new to the site and would like to join you all. My goal is to lose 15lbs by the end of January. I will do 30 minutes of walking with the folks at my office. They are starting a walking group for lunch times. I will also probably incorporate some aerobics in there 2 times a week.

Kind Regards,
:)

[NFrawRUNNER]

ATTENDANCE UPDATE!

Me (NFRawrunner/aka Diantha)
Rawfigure
Sport
Morn
Salsababy
dewraw
Stina
HealthyRawLife
E4BONY

and YOU????? Join us! We are in for the long haul! the entire year of 2007 we vow to work out an average of 30 minutes+ A DAY!
Post your goals in the user cp under "edit signature"....[/QUOTE]

[Naturallynice]

erm, confused now. Which one to join, this one or the running one that I have already done? Or both, in case i cannot do running (I can only leave the house alone early in the morning and my three kids do keep me awake at nights, so lets say I have a rough night and can't hit the road early, I can stay home and do a DVD instead?)

Esther

[BDraw]

Don't forget me!

I'm back -- and you already know I'm one of those week day only exercisers. But there is room for imporvement -- just no promises.

I pigged out last week on all kinds of forbidden food and I am paying the price for it! I will post my weight, and I will not be happy about it! But, I'll do that tomorrowing after my naked morning weigh in. :eek:

Goals: Rebound 30 minutes in the morning (first thing!)
Bicycle 30 minutes in the evening (last thing!)
Balance Ball Routine several times a week (just ordered a new book).
100% RAW RAW RAW, so I'll look good in the RAW!
Bible time daily! Be good to me daily! Report daily!

Now I hope I didn't bite off more than I can chew. I really want to get in shape and start eating right again. Can't believe I screwed up so well. Oh well, tomorrow is a new beginning! AND no more chocolate!

[brocktune]

30 min a day it is.
ps, any idea how to knock down a nasty cold?

[travelingtoes]

Count me in!! I need to exercise!

[everclear]

Oh, me, me! I definately need to start exercising, this will help motivate me!

[tirunesh]

:D CALLING ALL STREAKERS!!! EXERCISE streakers that is!!! ;) Are you ready to commit to working out everyday in 2007.......at least 30 minutes a day.......If so this thread is for you! Post your goals, track your progress, rally around us for support and encouragement! If you "slip" and have to miss a day, double up the next day, we won't shun you, we're here to help. Sooooooo, let's get ready to bring in that New Year with sneakers on!!!!

p.s. I am starting a seperate thread for running too!!! Join it? ;)


My handle is after the world record holder Tirunesh Dibaba. So, I have some running to do. I hope to get in lots of miles. I have a quote from a Japanese runner who said "I can't believe I won and I've only done 1300 miles in the lst two months!" A bit on the heavy side but, I'd say inspirational.

[NFrawRUNNER]

I know there are more of you lurking in the shadows!!!! Please join in! Happy New Year everyone! 2007 is going to be a great year for all of us to show the world WE ARE HERE, HEALTHY, AND LIVING LIFE AS GOD INTENDED-RAW RAW RAW!

So, here is the updated "roster" as it stands....If you are not on it, jump in! The more the merrier!

Me (NFRawrunner/aka Diantha)
Rawfigure
Sport
Morn
Salsababy
dewraw
Stina
HealthyRawLife
E4BONY
Naturallynice
BDraw
brocktune
travelingtoes
everclear
tirunesh

AND YOU????????? [/

Welcome aboard!!!!

[NFrawRUNNER]

erm, confused now. Which one to join, this one or the running one that I have already done? Or both, in case i cannot do running (I can only leave the house alone early in the morning and my three kids do keep me awake at nights, so lets say I have a rough night and can't hit the road early, I can stay home and do a DVD instead?)

Esther

Join 'em both ;) That's what I am doing...This one is for exercising and keeping each other motivated...the running one will be the same but we can ask/share with each other running tips/problems, etc.... I don't necessarily run EVERYDAY either, like today. My best friend have this traditional 10k WALK that we do every New Year's....for the past several years....it's like the one time we can "catch up" uninterrupted...I wish I could convince her to run with me and leave her SAD lifestyle behind, but so far, not happening :( and she has health issues....but maybe I'll convince her this time around. I try to lead by example! That's my 2007 advice!

LEAD BY EXAMPLE. BE RAW. ;)

[Naturallynice]

ok, running day is tomorrow morning, today I did a bit of jumping rope - 2 minutes, not continuus, lol! and a 40 minute aerobics DVD.
100% raw too! A good day, apart from the fact that I went to buy new running shoes and the staff totally ignored me and showed me some junior size shoes (I have a smallish foot), that were all pink, yikes. And they didn't ask me anything about pronation etc. They were a bunch of teenages, what do you expect. So I left the shop.

I need to go to another town if I want to find a specialist shop, must do..

Are we supposed to post here daily?

Thank you.

Esther

[tinystrawberry]

i'm a lurker and i decided that i NEED to join!! i just turned sixteen and i don't want to be out of shape at such a young age. i am hoping to lose 20lbs! :cool:

i just did a "perfectly fit buns" (40min) exercise tape :rolleyes: and part of an ab exercise tape (10min).

does anyone here do pilates? if so, do you think they work well?

[salsababy]

i'm a lurker and i decided that i NEED to join!! i just turned sixteen and i don't want to be out of shape at such a young age. i am hoping to lose 20lbs! :cool:

i just did a "perfectly fit buns" (40min) exercise tape :rolleyes: and part of an ab exercise tape (10min).

does anyone here do pilates? if so, do you think they work well?


Yeah! Join, join, join.

I have done pilates a few times at the gym. I found it worked well. It's about working the core muscle groups. I found it hurt my stomach a lot- mainly because my stomach muscles and neck muscles are weak. The main reason I don't do it now is only because I have so many other things I concentrate on.

One thing though- make sure you add cardio to your mix. That way, you will lose some of the weight enough to reveal your sculpted body underneath.

[NFrawRUNNER]

I need to go to another town if I want to find a specialist shop, must do..

Are we supposed to post here daily?

Thank you.

Esther
If you go to the "shoe dog" on the runner's world site it will help you choose a properly fitted shoe. I LOVE Asics and always get the latest update on the 2100 series. I buy 2 pair at a time also because they last longer when you alternate them!
Yes, post every time you exercise which will be most days!

[salsababy]

Hmmmm.....should we be tracking our progress anywhere??? :rolleyes:

Did my 45 min. cardio today!!

[rawfigure]

Today Day One of 2007 I did a 80 min uphill Jog/Hike in honor of the 50 degree weather :D

[Naturallynice]

If you go to the "shoe dog" on the runner's world site it will help you choose a properly fitted shoe. I LOVE Asics and always get the latest update on the 2100 series. I buy 2 pair at a time also because they last longer when you alternate them!
Yes, post every time you exercise which will be most days!

Thank you for the advice NF. I will do that!!

Esther

[NFrawRUNNER]

OK, I will not be bummed....I decided to cut back a loop during my weekday runs and run on Fridays too (I usually walk) to = 40 miles before my Saturday long run....I THOUGHT each "loop" of my village was 2 miles even....turns out its 1.8 !!!! which means I THOUGHT I had run 8 miles but apparently it was only 7.2 so I guess I'll shoot for 5 loops so I get 9 miles a day in! However, I CANNOT complain about our balmy weather! I am loving it outdoors and it's a good thing since my treadmill is "down" right now (too much wear and tear! The floorboard has to get replaced!) Happy exercising!
Di

[Rawmommie]

Me! Me! Me! Can I join a day late??? I was fasting up until yesterday and feeling lightheaded, so I waited to start until today. I really would like to get myself running again, but at this point 30 minutes walk/run and I'm barely able to breath I'm so out of shape! I'm ready to get back to it and lose some of this weight that will NOT come off with raw eating alone. My body needs to MOVE!

Karen

[NFrawRUNNER]

Me! Me! Me! Can I join a day late??? I was fasting up until yesterday and feeling lightheaded, so I waiting to start until today. I really would like to get myself running again, but at this point 30 minutes walk/run and I'm barely able to breath I'm so out of shape! I'm ready to get back to it and lose some of this weight that will NOT come off with raw eating alone. My body needs to MOVE!

Karen
Yes Karen, join us! an AVERAGE of 30 minutes a day could be 60 minutes every other day right? Good luck. I was fasting yesterday too and today apples only. I can still train and run while doing apples so it works for me!
Di

[rawfigure]

Day 2 (in case someone is wondering... ;) ) I am off to do 30 min of Weights, circuit fashion whole body. And then 30 min run.

DI ...bummer on the miscalculation ! You will make up the difference with no problem ! I am going to do the Apples too THANKS ! I am eating Banana's and Greens, Green Drink today. I need to get a batch of Organic Apples today at the Organic Market in Rochester. The Local Grocery store had none last night.

[BDraw]

Jan. 1 -- trampolined for 30 minutes as planned :)

-- did not bicycle as planned :(

Jan 2 -- trampolined for 30 minutes in morning as planned :)

-- will post evening bicycle (boy, that may be tough, we have chior practice at our house this evening and that usually goes late. Hm-m-m-m) :confused:

But the really good news is I was 100% raw! All Day! Even all day today so far!!! I'm content! Oh, and I was down 1.6 pounds today. :D

I'm happy! :) :) :)

[NFrawRUNNER]

But the really good news is I was 100% raw! All Day! Even all day today so far!!! I'm content! Oh, and I was down 1.6 pounds today. :D I'm happy! :) :) :)

Awesome job BDraw! Keep up the good work!

I think I will compromise and walk a loop of the village with my kids when I get home because it's gorgeous outside right now...We have to enjoy it while we can around here!

[rawfigure]

Day 3....I did 1 mile warm up run on tmill, then I did Day Two of a "Freesytle Work out" I am following

Lat Pull downs 3 Sets
Deadlifts with Upright Row 3 sets
Then a Circuit of : 15 reps each exercise
Ballet Leg Press
Reverse Lunges
Hyperextentions
Front Lunges
Side Lunges
Calf Raises
Ball Crunches w/ 8 pd Medicine Ball
Leg Lift/Crunches with Ball

Run this afternoon as it is going to be 50 degrees out, nice !

[BDraw]

1/3/07 Already did morning exercise! Whew, I'm tired.

Just finished a green smoothie for breakfast (after exercise). Hopefully it will give me a little 'umph' to get up and get moving again!

Still didn't get evening bicycle exercise done, but I'm okay with that. . . I'll get there someday, until then, I'll dream. Also managed to take off a few more ounces. Amazing what doing without SAD does for my weight OR maybe I should say, "amazing what it did to my weight!" :eek:

Day 2 was 100% RAW -- I'm so proud of me! :D

Here's hoping everyone is making the goals they set for themselves AND being kind to themselves if they slipped. ;)

[NFrawRUNNER]

Three for three myself. This a.m. I ran 8 miles outside. It was chilly with some black ice so I "took it easy" on the inclines/declines....don't need to fall again! :eek: I am also on day 3 of my GOL cleanse and getting ready to do the liver flush Saturday and Saturday night! I am trying to eat light this week in preparation for it....I have been 100% raw so far too and know that makes a difference in my energy level! High fruit, greens, low fat, staying away from nuts for awhile....I am glad to see you are all doing so well! Keep up the good work!
:)

[VibinOnLife!]

This is my weak spot. I don't like exercising. I used to run and do tae bo, which were my favorite exercises, but a knee injury has stopped me from doing both. Those were the only 2 exercises that I've ever done where I literally couldn't wait to work out the next day.

But I'm in! I'm going to do it! Yay! :D

I'm starting tomorrow.

[HealthyRawLife]

Hi Everyone & Happy 2007!!!!!

Hope you are all enjoying the new year, so far, and all of the wonderful possibilities it can bring for renewed health & happiness!

My exercises yesterday:

morning:
rebounder for 60 minutes
floor exercises (sit-ups, lunges, leg lifts, etc.)
evening:
floor exercises again (same as above)
weights

So far today, I have done my morning rebounding and floor exercises. Wanted to take the kids out today for a nature walk around our property but when I ran outside to get my watermelon out of the garage fridge (for lunch), I realized it's toooooo cold for that so I may end doing my rebounder again this evening.

Keep up the good work everyone!

P.S. I am thinking about joing "Curves". I worked out there for about a month (four years ago) and I enjoyed it and actually saw results in that short of time. However, I have always wondered if the constant back and forth of aerobic activity and strength training is good for your body or not. Anyone else have any thoughts on this???

[Naturallynice]

Jan 3rd.

20' circuit training
20' body conditioning with abd work, free weights and a great looong stretching session.

100% raw for three days in a row!

I felt a bit lightheaded in the morning and on the onset of a headache, I had some walnuts with honey - the honey did the trick! For the last two days I didn't have anything sweet except of a handful of raisins and fruits ofcourse - and I have a terrible sweet tooth. I think I needed the honey today, although I wasn't craving it.

Tomorrow is a running day.

And a question: Until now I only manage to eat less than a 1000 calories. I struggled to finish my salad at lunch and I clocked up almost 1000 because I had nut butter (1 TBsp) and some walnuts. I feel so full...

As I am overweight, I don't mind the weight loss (I lost a kg already!!, that's 2 lbs) but they say I shouldn't let my body get into starvation mode, right?

Any advice? Should I top up the kcals a bit, say 1200? Or continue below 1000? My energy levels are fine. Just a bit of a headache (sure detoxing symptom).

Thanks

[Naturallynice]

However, I have always wondered if the constant back and forth of aerobic activity and strength training is good for your body or not. Anyone else have any thoughts on this???


I am not familiar with Curves, do you mean that they alternate aerobic with strenght training?

If so, isn't that called interval training and it is supposed to be very good? Aerobic activity raises your heart rate - you burn fat, and then strenght training gives you a chance to recover while toning the body?

I did a DVD on circuit training today (designed for men, I did it so I can lure my hubby into it) and the concept was very similar. A bit of jumping around and then free weights, a little bit more jumping and then abd work, etc...

By all means, I am not an expert, hope some of the old hands correct me if I am wrong.

Esther

[Morn]

Ok - I just got done with my yoga bootie ballet tape. This week with the holiday has thrown me off and then spent all my time yesterday before work writing out all the bills. I am tired as I only got 4 1/2 hours of sleep last night (had to work and didn't get home till 4:00 a.m.) and then had to work at my daughters preschool all morning. But I am now back on track. I did 50 minutes of my yoga bootie ballet tape and I feel good, but now so relaxed I could fall asleep right now. So I am off to take a shower. I have to work early a.m. tomorrow so I need to get in bed soon. I plan on hitting the gym on the way home from work tomorrow.

[NFrawRUNNER]

Well, I am streaking right through so far! Ran another 8 miles this morning!!! Yeah! I'll post later when I have more time!
Di

[rawfigure]

Morn, you are doing well. I am glad to see exercise is becoming part of your routine !

Di....I was thinking I am sore from adding more weight training and take the day off but NO you motivate me to go that Mile today to.

For all who like daily Motivation from the Bible I found this Ministry to have a great little email Devotional.
http://joelosteen.lakewood.cc/site/PageServer?pagename=JOM_homepage

[NFrawRUNNER]

Morn, you are doing well. I am glad to see exercise is becoming part of your routine !

Di....I was thinking I am sore from adding more weight training and take the day off but NO you motivate me to go that Mile today to.

For all who like daily Motivation from the Bible I found this Ministry to have a great little email Devotional.
http://joelosteen.lakewood.cc/site/PageServer?pagename=JOM_homepage
Thank you for the link. I joined yesterday and it is really helping me put things in my life into perspective. Great way to reflect!

My 10 year old daughter wants to "work out" 30 minutes a day for her NY resolution (+ eat more raw :D she's so cute!) so I keep forgetting to post that extra 30 minutes we do. On Tuesday we walked, yesterday we worked out in my exercise room. I rode my recumbent bike while she did the gazelle! I think today we will walk again. I probably should lift weights too but there is just not enough time in the day!!! Plus, if you know how I spend my day you'd understand that it's probably not necessary....Let's uh, just say I do a lot of lifting, carrying, and "holding" in my job! ;) 5-7 year olds are high energy so I probably get an extra work out in too! At any rate, I am loving this and the runraw2007 thread! Let's keep it going ALL YEAR!

[Naturallynice]

Di, do you ever sleep?????

Esther

[rawfigure]

Di, do you ever sleep?????

Esther

**giggle** as I was thinking the same thing..shes the ENERGIZER BUNNY :p

[BDraw]

ENERGIZER BUNNY ----- good name for Di!

Day 4. I rebounded again, even got up earlier to do it before running errands.

Three days down totally raw. New year, new beginning, new ME!

(Oh, I've started charting my weight daily -- I need it! Hopefully it will help me keep on target.)

[NFrawRUNNER]

Di, do you ever sleep?????

Esther

:D ((LOL))...Well, I only need about 5 hours a night when I stay 100% raw which is my 2007 to life plan! Once in awhile I hit bottom and need to crash and burn/recharge/reboot but that's usually due to stress not activity!!! You are too funny! The more active I am the less tired I am if that makes any sense!

The kids and I at school plyed outside for awhile today + I walked with 3 of my kids after school for 30 minutes. Alex (age 10) wants to work out 30 minutes a day and eat "more raw".... :confused: wonder where she gets that from? Have a great day!

Esther, How close are you to Dublin and have you ever seen/done the marathon there? It sounds like a great time but the "timing" is wrong for me as a teacher...I think it's in October?

[NFrawRUNNER]

ENERGIZER BUNNY ----- good name for Di!

Day 4. I rebounded again, even got up earlier to do it before running errands.

Three days down totally raw. New year, new beginning, new ME!

(Oh, I've started charting my weight daily -- I need it! Hopefully it will help me keep on target.)

Should I change my avatar??? ((lol)) :p
BDraw-those darn scales don't lie do they darn it. I am doing the daily weight too. Granted I weigh in at 3 a.m. so it could fluctuate depending on what I have for dinner right but to be true to myself I will do it....same time same place, new attitude. Whatever will be will be! + My bodyfat does not seem to fluctuate from day to day so that is a better guage as RF mentioned to me....makes me feel better... If your weight goes up just-Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, start all over again! I am with you BDraw too Day 4 100% raw....actually I have been 100% longer but I am MAKING it my main priority for 2007!!!

We can all do this together! :)

[rawfigure]

Day 4 I did a 45 min run..so off to the running thread !

[tinystrawberry]

Today I did a perfectly fit abs tape + soccer

I LOVE how i feel when i exercise regularly.
the 'perfectly fit buns' tape i did a couple days ago made me SO sore (the good kinda sore, though) :cool:



~ keep yer body in motion ~

[Morn]

Today I had to work and after work I did some returns and came home and exercised to my hip hop abs tape.

[Little_Luv]

I know there are more of you lurking in the shadows!!!! Please join in! Happy New Year everyone! 2007 is going to be a great year for all of us to show the world WE ARE HERE, HEALTHY, AND LIVING LIFE AS GOD INTENDED-RAW RAW RAW!

So, here is the updated "roster" as it stands....If you are not on it, jump in! The more the merrier!

Me (NFRawrunner/aka Diantha)
Rawfigure
Sport
Morn
Salsababy
dewraw
Stina
HealthyRawLife
E4BONY
Naturallynice
BDraw
brocktune
travelingtoes
everclear
tirunesh

AND YOU????????? [/

Welcome aboard!!!!
This is my first time to this site and already I'm hooked! I just relocated to Northern VA from Boulder, CO and I'd love to have some sense of community since the East Coast is still so new to me. The inspirational stories and encouraging remarks in these posts are awesome. I'm looking forward to the 2007 challenge with ya'all. I'm new to RAW, but my sister and brother-in-law have been on it for 3 months now and I've already seen such incredible changes in them that it really inspires me. For this year, I'd like to compete in a Figure/Model competition while being on a strictly RAW food diet. I did a couple competitions in 2005, but was on the high protein diet that RAWFIGURE spoke of and although I was lean, I didn't FEEL good and missed certain normal body functions... I definitely have some size to build and leaning out to do, but I really believe that if I'm dedicated to my workouts and maintain a healthy RAW diet that I can do just as well as I did before. Regardless, I'm looking forward to the journey and all the wonderful people to meet along the way!

PS- Has anyone read 'Raw Power' by Stephen Arling? It talks about body building on a raw food diet and I wanted to know if it was worth reading.

[rawfigure]

This is my first time to this site and already I'm hooked! I just relocated to Northern VA from Boulder, CO and I'd love to have some sense of community since the East Coast is still so new to me. The inspirational stories and encouraging remarks in these posts are awesome. I'm looking forward to the 2007 challenge with ya'all. I'm new to RAW, but my sister and brother-in-law have been on it for 3 months now and I've already seen such incredible changes in them that it really inspires me. For this year, I'd like to compete in a Figure/Model competition while being on a strictly RAW food diet. I did a couple competitions in 2005, but was on the high protein diet that RAWFIGURE spoke of and although I was lean, I didn't FEEL good and missed certain normal body functions... I definitely have some size to build and leaning out to do, but I really believe that if I'm dedicated to my workouts and maintain a healthy RAW diet that I can do just as well as I did before. Regardless, I'm looking forward to the journey and all the wonderful people to meet along the way!

PS- Has anyone read 'Raw Power' by Stephen Arling? It talks about body building on a raw food diet and I wanted to know if it was worth reading.

Welcome ! Thhis is a great site and thread to join.

That would be great to do a Show Raw. It would be a great testament for Raw. I agree doing it the Traditional Way leaves us feeling crappy in the long run !

I am toying, lightly, with the idea of doing a Fall Show...not sure if I want to jump back into it though. It has been nice being away from it ! :D

I did not read Raw Power but used "Thor Raw Power Protein Drink". I think you can get as much info here and other free site w/o buying his book. I find that if you eat RAW, work out and do cardio as you did prior to Raw you can acheive the same results ...simple and no book needed !

[NFrawRUNNER]

[QUOTE=Little_Luv]This is my first time to this site and already I'm hooked! I just relocated to Northern VA from Boulder, CO and I'd love to have some sense of community since the East Coast is still so new to me. The inspirational stories and encouraging remarks in these posts are awesome. I'm looking forward to the 2007 challenge with ya'all.QUOTE]

Welcome to the "club" we are fun...I do live here on the east coast too and you are so right. You guys are my only "raw food friends"...I have met only one other person in my area that is raw and talk to everyone at our little health food store and that's about it! So here is where I get my inspiration, advice and raw friendships! RF is a great resource for bodybuilding! Good luck! I am actually trying to keep an updated "roster" so we can celebrate each month we stay true to ourselves....please let me know if I have forgotten anyone...

Me (NFRawrunner/aka Diantha)
Rawfigure
Sport
Morn
Salsababy
dewraw
Stina
HealthyRawLife
E4BONY
Naturallynice
BDraw
brocktune
travelingtoes
everclear
tirunesh
Tinystrawberry
Littleluv

???

ForeverYoung, MissLinda....are you here and joining this thread too???? and KMik???? I know you guys are on the run raw thread but just wondered about this one too.....((don't want to leave anyone out if there are "rewards" each month! ;) ))

I am "planning" a surprise for the end of the month so if you are willing to please e-mail me with your e-mail address so I have it....I understand if you do not want to share it however so no pressure :) Have a happy day and great work out today! :D

PS.S.

TODAY IS A SPECIAL RUN FOR ME AS IT WAS ONE YEAR AGO TODAY THAT I BROKE MY LEG ((HIP)) I AM PROUD OF HOW FAR I HAVE COME AND FULLY CONVINCED THAT BEING RAW MADE ALL THE DIFFERENCE IN THE WORLD!!!! I will talkk more about it on the run raw power later....I literally "gotta run" now! I'm late! :eek:
Di

[Forever Young]

Alright Di since you are twisting my arm I'll post here to. ;) but only because of the prize every month. :D Forever young :cool:

[NFrawRUNNER]

Me (NFRawrunner/aka Diantha)
Rawfigure
Sport
Morn
Salsababy
dewraw
Stina
HealthyRawLife
E4BONY
Naturallynice
BDraw
brocktune
travelingtoes
everclear
tirunesh
Tinystrawberry
Littleluv
ForeverYoung
???
:D That's the spirit FY! I just need e-mail addresses + make sure you post everyday class ((she says like a teacher :rolleyes: ))...

[BDraw]

Jan 5, 2007 Day 5! Exercise done, increased by 5 minutes! :) Yea Me!

4 days of 100% raw down! :) :) Double Yea Me!

You know, I am in unbelief at my daily weight loss. Loving it, but supremely curious how long it can last.

Di, how does one go about measureing their fat? I thought that took a special instrument, one that was used on me years ago (too many years to count) at the beginning of my college swim class.

Keep up the good work everyone!

[NFrawRUNNER]

Jan 5, 2007 Day 5! Exercise done, increased by 5 minutes! :) Yea Me!

4 days of 100% raw down! :) :) Double Yea Me!

You know, I am in unbelief at my daily weight loss. Loving it, but supremely curious how long it can last.

Di, how does one go about measureing their fat? I thought that took a special instrument, one that was used on me years ago (too many years to count) at the beginning of my college swim class.

Keep up the good work everyone!
Way to go girl! Stay raw and you will continue to see great results!!!! As far as the body fat, I have a "Tanita" brand scale that does both weight and body fat when you hop on! Cool huh :cool: although I would really like the newer athletic mode ones that also measure hydration + much more....but this is good for now! So glad everyone is doing so well! Keep up the good work my raw foodie friends!
Di

[rawfigure]

Step Cardio and 20 min fast run.

[paprika]

I'd like to join too please! I've been fairly good this week:

Tuesday: 20 minutes elliptical
Thursday: 20 minutes elliptical
Friday: 30 minutes upper-body weights

Normally I turn the TV on while I workout, but I can't really see the TV over the machine so today I listened to Revells recent interview with Alissa and it was great! I think I'll start re-listening to the RawVeganRadio shows during my workouts too, it'll be inspiration and motivation and sweat all at the same time!

[NFrawRUNNER]

NFrawRunner (me/aka Diantha)
Rawfigure
Sport
Morn
Salsababy
dewraw
Stina
HealthyRawLife
E4BONY
Naturallynice
BDraw
brocktune
travelingtoes
everclear
tirunesh
Tinystrawberry
Littleluv
ForeverYoung
Paprika
???

I'll just keep adding to our list! Don't forget to log for all your exercise and send me your e-mail addy in the event there is a reward involved :D :p ;) Be good boys and girls and treat your bodies well! You only get one to get through life! Feed and nurture it wisely with God Given food!!!
Di

ps ((off topic)) Can I just say one thing??? T.G.I.F.!!!! :eek:

[Forever Young]

Rest day today. Forever young :cool:

[ashleyoak87@adelphia.net]

I've been raw off and on for six months but I'm doing all raw from now on. I need to lose 30 more pounds[I've lost about 7 in four days!]

30 minets a day, times seven a week thats three and a half hours a week I can defentley do that! I'm in!!!

[Morn]

I just finished my taebo basics tape (30 minutes) and my abs of steel tape (10 minutes). I have to work tomorrow and if I get off at a good time I will hit the gym on the way home. Happy Sweating everyone!

[tinystrawberry]

Didn't do my regular exercises today, but i did A LOT of cleaning! :rolleyes: :D

[NFrawRUNNER]

I've been raw off and on for six months but I'm doing all raw from now on. I need to lose 30 more pounds[I've lost about 7 in four days!]

30 minets a day, times seven a week thats three and a half hours a week I can defentley do that! I'm in!!!

Welcome to the cyber gym!

[NFrawRUNNER]

cut my "long run" short due to GETTING POURED ON!!!! + one son has a basketball game and the marathon is a week away so I am "supposed" to taper anyway right? I ran 12 miles as opposed to23...I'm glad I did since there was a blister beginning on my left baby toe once my feet got drenched....It is so frustrating to have my treadmill down! Now it is beautiful out 60 degrees in northern new york in January (how wild! :cool: )!

Today/tonight I am doing that "liver flush" :rolleyes: I've heard so much about ((gulp)) I am determined to follow through with it so wish me luck! Tomorrow is a "rest day" from running in case I need the porcelain god a lot :eek: Have a great day!
Di

[tinystrawberry]

Today: 1hr and a half cleaning + I'm gonna play tennis later hopefully..since it's SO unusually nice out! :D :D :D

[Forever Young]

Ran my 6 miler today, lovely weather for jan in ohio. 20 mins free weights thats all folks. Forever young :cool:

[BDraw]

Di -- Good luck on you liver flush. I've done way too many for me to keep count. My advice: Elevate your head with an extra pillow (helps prevent nausea). And if this is your first, wear pants tomorrow that are easy (super easy) to undo. (Don't ask me how I know this. :o )

Enjoy the cleanse!

No exercise for me today. I'm lazy and take off for the weekend. Though I did spend the day running errands, while dodging snowflakes (big ones!). Does that count?

[Morn]

I stopped at the gym after work today as planned and did an hour workout:

30 minutes on the eliptical machine
10 minutes on the stationary bike
chest presses - 50 reps - at 60 pounds
inner thighs - 50 reps at 80 pounds
outerthights - 50 reps at 80 pounds
abdominal floor work

[Nini]

I'd like to join you fantastic people. Maybe if I'm accountable for my actions I'll exercise. Today I started rebounding again. I'll check in tomorrow!

Nini

[ashleyoak87@adelphia.net]

I did a 30 minuet very relaxing walk, and streched prior to that.
All this week I need to do allot of cardio because the following week I start "Ti-quan-do" classes. I reaaly need to get in shape for that. :rolleyes:

[Morn]

Well on the way out to go to church today, I told my 4 year old to go downstairs and put on her shoes. I come down to find that she threw up all over her dress, the stairs, and kitchen floor. It took me an hour to clean it all up. :eek: Since I have beeen focusing a huge amount of my freetime to this diet, forum, exercising (and believe me I don't have a lot of freetime), my house has severely suffered. I guess I won't be exercising today except for all the housework I will need to do. The bad news is I am extemely tired but now the whole floor needs to be washed. So today my exercise will consist of picking up after everyone else (so I can find the floor and counters), and putting away everyone's christmas presents so I can clean. Please pray for me (and the rest of the family) that I don't get sick as My mother in law got sick yesterday and gave it to my daughter today. I really can't afford to get sick cause if I don't work I don't get paid. Thanks

[paprika]

Saturday and Sunday: 20 minutes on the elliptical

I didn't agree with shelling out almost $1000 for a massive piece of home exercise equipment, but now I'm getting so much use out of it I'm changing my tune. :D

[Denise Nicole]

30 min interval training on treadmill

Dumbbell Bench Press warm up 2 sets 12 reps, 2 working sets 8 reps
alternated sets with below 30 sec max rest
Seated Dumbbell Press warm up 2 sets 12 reps, 2 working sets 8 reps
Seated Dumbbell Press Drop Weight sets to failure

Lateral Raises warm up 2 sets of 12 reps, 2 working sets of 8 reps
alternated sets with below 30 sec max rest
Hammer Curls warm up 2 sets 12 reps, 2 working sets of 8 reps
Lateral Raises Drop Weight sets to failure
Hammer Curls Drop Weight sets to NO failure -stopped at 12 of lighter weight(couldn't lift the heavier weight, but when I dropped down I could do it all day....weird.)

Lying Cable Curls - 1 -warm up set of 12 reps, utterly exhausted by now, 1 working set of 5, 1 working set of 4 failure both times.

I was on the floor for a little bit after, since my arms were useless to get up

stretching

[NFrawRUNNER]

Well on the way out to go to church today, I told my 4 year old to go downstairs and put on her shoes. I come down to find that she threw up all over her dress, the stairs, and kitchen floor. It took me an hour to clean it all up. :eek: Since I have beeen focusing a huge amount of my freetime to this diet, forum, exercising (and believe me I don't have a lot of freetime), my house has severely suffered. I guess I won't be exercising today except for all the housework I will need to do...I really can't afford to get sick cause if I don't work I don't get paid. Thanks

((head bowed)) I pray for you my friend. Take care of your family and we'll know/understand that you can't post here....BTW I think cleaning up vomit must burn at least 1,000 calories based on the gagging alone ;)...Good luck!
Di

Today was my "rest" day but my 10 year old daughter and I went for a 6.5 mile walk :eek: ...very proud of her...she kept up! She's the one that "wants to be raw just like me :) " She's a sweetie!

ps-I survived the liver flush and plan on doing it again in 2 weeks AFTER the marathon...interesting.
Di

[rawfigure]

MORN...I hope all is better. What a way to start the Day ! Another prayer said for your daughter.

DI and All...I too will be out of the loop the next two weeks. I will do what I can in the exercise arena. MOVING is pressing down on me. I have two 1/2 weeks to get packed to move out of this home, hopefully we will have Cert of Occupancy of new home by then :eek: , and I must keep up work schedule too ! So much time is being spent packing. Praise God for helping friends and family !

So I pray for strenth and stamina and God's Blessings in moving to the new home !

[Forever Young]

Yesterday was a 5 mile walk and 30 min free weights. Forever young :cool:

[NFrawRUNNER]

Leslie-Moving is A LOT OF EXERCISE! It's tiring and tedious work, then the lifting, hauling, carrying....agghh, I 'm tired just thinking about it....Good luck! Just imagine how nice it will be in your brand new place though! :) Hard work pays off!

It was back to the grind for me this a.m. Did my 8 mile village run today and from now on until I leave Friday...I was dragging and NO ONE WARNED ME OF THE REPURCUSSIONS 2 DAYS FOLLOWING THE LIVER FLUSH! :eek: Let's just say if I wasn't cleaned out before I am now and also know I am glad I pass by my house several times during my run :eek: I think I'm all better now :p but Monday I usually just juice...I am juicing + having apples today or I think I'll be leaving my classroom frequently....at least the apples will "bind things" together I hope :rolleyes: sorry to be so graphic but we're all friends here and going through the same things right? Have great days all!
Di

[rawfigure]

DI ...tee hee....and you say you are doing the flush again ? sound like fun :p .

[Naturallynice]

Morn, hope you all are ok now.

I had two days off, one I was tired, the other I wasn't home all day.
Yesterday though, I did double aerobics, body conditioning, free weigths, plus callanetics!

weight in this morning, and I am 2 kgs lighter!

Today I did aerobics in the morning and headed to the gym for my running in the evening. I couldn't believe how packed the gym was!! There was no treadmil available and I had to come back home before hubby went off to work, so I couldn't afford to wait, so I asked for a refund, came home and done another 40 mins of body conditioning, cardio, free weights. !!! 2nd workout today!!

Gym tomorrow for my running.

Esther

[Morn]

Thank you guys for your prayers. Just a quick check in. I have to go and clean the floor and do more laundry before I go to work. But wanted to let you know that I lost 2 more pounds (39 pounds total). Another week and hopefully I will bridge the 40 pound mark. I want to lose another 40 by the end of May (which is my birthday month). I hope I can do it. Anyway I had another wonderful present to wake up to. My daughter got sick again in her bed. So I had to strip the bed. Wash the wall, clean the carpet and her dolls, toys, etc. Not fun at all! I think it will actually be good to get out of this house tonight for work. It feels all germy. But so far so good (I am not sick yet). I haven't eaten anything yet today but I am going to get some green tea now. Maybe I will exercise at the gym on the way home if I get off at a decent time.

[NFrawRUNNER]

Oh Morn, you're a trooper! I hear you on the "germy" feeling.....((sending husgs and patience your way!)) Way to go on the weight loss! You are doing fantastic! I bet people are starting to notice NOW!!!! Good luck.....with everything! I am at school still cuz it's been "one of those days" The kids are now gone but I need to veg. before switching gears and being "mom" again....what a day! gotta pack soon too!

Esther, can you run outside in your neighborhood? just wondering because I know you mentioned you didn't know where to go....Do you live in a village where you can just run around for a set time period? just trying to help...take care everyone!
Di

[Naturallynice]

Di, the answer is, the roads near my home are too busy with traffic and I don't want to run on the pavement cause it is hard on the knees as it is made with concrete, correct?

on the other hand, we have some lovely country lanes here, but the truth is, I don't feel safe. I might be paranoid, but I don't feel safe so I won't enjoy running there on my own.

I have disscovered a running club and I plan to weane myself from the treadmill when I loose some weight and the days get longer. Most probably, I will find a running partner there. :)

The other reason why I prefer the gym is because it is easy and for now, I don't want to place many obstacles in front of me: rain, cold, darkness, etc, until I am hooked to running.

Hope that makes sense?

Good luck with packing, I feel for you.

Esther

[Denise Nicole]

30 minute interval training on treadmill.

[Forever Young]

7 mile run today. Good Luck Di. on your marathon sunday have fun, whats your bib number that way I can look you up. Forever young :cool:

[HealthyRawLife]

Sorry I haven't posted in a while. Looks like everyone is doing great! This is the best way to start off the new year!!! GREAT JOB EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!! :D

[Stina]

Hey, I've picked up speed! I picked up the pace from just walking and joined the gym today and I'm so pleased I got three local friends who will be my workout buddies to really help keep the momentum going. I feel great and energetic. I'm eating High Raw and it's making me really want to go 100%. I'm getting a clue as to how good it could feel. thanks NFrawRunner for the encouragement on this thread to get moving. Exercise gives me a good, healthy appetite for raw food! Love, Stina

[NFrawRUNNER]

Hey, I've picked up speed! I picked up the pace from just walking and joined the gym today and I'm so pleased I got three local friends who will be my workout buddies to really help keep the momentum going. I feel great and energetic. I'm eating High Raw and it's making me really want to go 100%. I'm getting a clue as to how good it could feel. thanks NFrawRunner for the encouragement on this thread to get moving. Exercise gives me a good, healthy appetite for raw food! Love, Stina

I love helping people get started with fitness & nutrition programs and just hope you/we can all stay motivated throughout the year!!!!

I worked out INSIDE this a.m......cold and blustery outside so I did my stepper (40 minutes) and recumbent bike (60 minutes)....worked my legs a lot I can tell!....going to the chiropractor's later for a "tune-up" ;) before I leave for the race! :D Have a great work out everyone!!!

[NFrawRUNNER]

7 mile run today. Good Luck Di. on your marathon sunday have fun, whats your bib number that way I can look you up. Forever young :cool:

bib#2453.....but I won't be up with the Kenyans! :D I'll be back with the midpackers just "doin' my own thing".....Faster times used to be important to me. Now I just appreciate that I run "because I can..." no record setting times here my friends....that's not what running is all about. See, people get hung up on the notion they should get better, and faster...They are the ones that burn out and don't stick with it. If you run for the fun of it like children do you'll enjoy it so much more! I have been running regularly since '99 now and aside from the broken femur (which had nothing to do with running) I have not been injured to the point where I had to stop running....so my advice to new runners is to enjoy yourself or you will not stay with it....I'm sure you veteran runners would agree.....oh yeah, one more thing... :eek: NEVER COMPARE YOURSELF TO ANYONE (ELITE) YOU READ ABOUT IN RUNNING MAGAZINES...Most of them run for a living....You guys all work full time, are parents/students, and run on top of all that! Whew, you are doing great so far! Keep it up....

Happy trails!
Di

[Morn]

I just got done doing my yoga bootie - caberet cardio tape and abs of steel tape (total 46 minutes). I was going to work out last night when I left work and forgot my workout bag at home. I was so bummed!

[Naturallynice]

Running for me today, run 5 mins, walk, 1 x 3

[paprika]

Monday: 40 minute upper-body weight workout
Tueday: 40 minute leisurely walk outdors at lunchtime
20 minutes on the elliptical

[NFrawRUNNER]

I just got done doing my yoga bootie - caberet cardio tape and abs of steel tape (total 46 minutes). I was going to work out last night when I left work and forgot my workout bag at home. I was so bummed!
:confused: God's way of telling you you needed the rest? Hmmmm, you're doing great!....All of you are!
Paprika-where in Canada do you live? Have you ever heard of Ft. Drum/Watertown, or the Thousand Island's Region? That's where I live near Lake Ontario....neighbors are we?
Di

[NFrawRUNNER]

Running for me today, run 5 mins, walk, 1 x 3
went to your website....awesome...so, do you ship to the USA? Now I understand your avatar! :cool:
Diantha

[rawfigure]

Sorry I haven't posted in a while. Looks like everyone is doing great! This is the best way to start off the new year!!! GREAT JOB EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!! :D


You are doing well..20 pds released ! wahoo !! ;)

[Little_Luv]

I've been taking things a little slow, but atleast I'm moving in the right direction! I did 25 minutes of interval training on the Step Master at Levels 7-10. That was alot harder than I remember it being!

Goals: 30 days 100% RAW starting 01/08/07 (no cheats)
Cardio: 5 days per week (running, cycling, yoga)
Lifting: 3 days per week

Question: Does anyone prepare RAW gourmet food? I love to cook (or un-cook) and I picked up a few books that have some amazing recipes in them. Do most of ya'all go simple RAW or prepare their food with a dehydrator and put in alot of prep time? Thanks,

[BDraw]

Hi! Missed me??? I haven't posted in 5 days, but I have been exercising. The scales are going down as fast as the first week I went back to 100% raw, in fact, I got one of those pounds back. But, I'm okay with that. I have been trampolining daily (weekdays!) for 35 minutes now. I've progressed 5 whole minutes! :)

Di -- have fun on you run! You make it sound enjoyable, though I have never enjoyed running, well, with the exception when I could outrun my kids and they didn't think I could.

Morn -- how's the family? Remember to keep washing your hands! I had to help an elderly friend with that nasty flu and was so worried I'd bring it home to my crew. I washed and washed my hands and thankfully the germs stayed there!

Little-luv -- gourmet food? not me, I do simple with an occasional fling in the dehydrator, as I get to cook for the family, so there isn't a lot of time or desire to prepare anything exoctic. But you do what you enjoy -- this is suppose to be for you! If you enjoy "cooking", then cook! Or maybe I should say "prepare to your heart's desire!"

[Morn]

I just got home from work a little bit early.

BDraw - thank you for asking. My daughter was better today. It was a 48 hour bug and so far no one else in our home has gotten it. And yes I have been washing my hands often, cleaning like a fiend, and spraying lots of lysol. But I believe the biggest thing that has helped has been the prayers. So thank you all who prayed for us!

NFrawRUNNER - I am routing for you! You may not be running to win but you are a huge winner in my book. It is amazing that you are running marathons! I hope someday to get back into good physical condition again. I do like the turtle also cause it signifies slow and steady progress and changes which is what I am doing. Little by little huh?

Well I have to get off to bed to get some rest! See you all tomorrow!

[NFrawRUNNER]

Question: Does anyone prepare RAW gourmet food? I love to cook (or un-cook) and I picked up a few books that have some amazing recipes in them. Do most of ya'all go simple RAW or prepare their food with a dehydrator and put in alot of prep time? Thanks,

Learning to prepare raw foods is just like learning any new cuisine...It takes extra time when you are learning because it is all new....but it doesn't take longer than other types of "cooking"...It does however take planning....If you need to marinate, soak, sprout, or dehydrate anything it will obviously take time....I would suggest planning out your meals and maybe taking one or two days a week to "uncook" for the days ahead? I tend to keep it simple as I tend to go overboard on nuts, :( etc....so I avoid such recipes, I keep it simple, and once or twice a week I have something I've "prepared" ahead of time....But as you are just starting out raw eat the whole variety to awaken those God given taste buds for raw food! In time your body will tell you what to eat rather than the way we've all been conditioned to tell our bodies what we want....unfortunately SAD fare could also be called brainwash food as we have all been bombarded our entire lives with commercials and false "facts" about food and food groups.....eat RAW for awhile and I guarantee you'll see things in an entirely new perspective. The higher raw you can maintain, the less you'll have cravings! Sorry to be on a soapbox, I just feel very passionate about this and it's early a.m. so I tend to ramble before my work out... :cool:

Speaking of which, I feel like a person trying to decide whether or not to do the polar bear swim! :confused: It snowed last night and is 23 degrees! :eek: I worked out inside yesterday due to the wind and hail but really SHOULD hit the roads this a.m..........I have all the appropriate winter gear :rolleyes: ......BUT IT'S COOOOOOLD OUT THERE.......what to do.....better go on the porch and decide.....

to be continued...
;) Di

[Forever Young]

30 min free weights yesterday, 40 min sauna sweating away toxins. Forever young :cool:

[Naturallynice]

went to your website....awesome...so, do you ship to the USA? Now I understand your avatar! :cool:
Diantha

I do post. People have told me that postage is not as bad as they expected. Actuallly, the website needs updating. Must do, must do.

Gourmet food? So far no, I don't, it is easier to grab an apple or fix a salad, although yesterday I felt inspired and made alfredo sauce with pine nuts - absolutely divine - and halva, with tahini, honey and carob powder. I must admit, all that heavy food didn't go down very well though, I felt headachy and lethargic in the evening.

It is great however, to have a good selection of recipes if you want to bring something other than salad to a potluck, or for a special occasion, as a birthday party.

Right, running again today, 5 mins running, 2 mins walking x 4, at 4m/h.

Then took the kids to the park, and played chase, plus I was running along with my daughter, helping her to learn to ride the bicycle without stabilisers.

Esther

[NFrawRUNNER]

What's the saying? If you can't hang with the big dogs, stay on the porch? Well, I hoofed it outside and ran my 8 miles this a.m. in 19 degrees!!!! BUT I LIKED IT! :rolleyes: [[yes, I have issues :p ]]

I keep my diet simple too, especially right before a race.....right now I am panicking because I have never been to AZ and am all worried I won't be able to find fresh/organic fruit! And you cannot bring fruit into the state of AZ so packing a bit in my suitcase won't work....I hope the airport in Detroit has fruit when we switch or I guess I'll be in a forced fast that day :( too bad I have to worry about finding RAW FOOD I'm sure I could find 20 types of fast food :rolleyes: ...

Happy workouts friends!
Di

[Morn]

Di - I just went to Arizona and I don't know where you will be staying but I know they have Whole Foods Grocery Stores there (one was in Scottsdale) so do a search on the internet cause they are really into health there. That is one reason it was so easy to eat out there. They also have Sweet Tomatoes there which is a restaurant with a HUGE SALAD Buffet. Anything you could ever want fresh for on top of a salad. I wish they had them in Michigan. And don't forget most grocery stores have some organic produce in them. I also visited a large health food store in TEMPE, AZ and got some stuff there. I packed some lara bars and some trail mix to take with me that I made up (I know not fresh but easily packable).

Best Wishes for a Wonderful trip. Now I am off to exercise!

[HealthyRawLife]

Hi,

Can anyone recommend exercises for upper arms and inner thighs? My arms are kind of big and I want them to be more slim looking with a little definition. I worry that if I keep doing weights that they will just become bigger looking. Also, inside thighs need more toning, how does one work that area??

Thanks for any suggestions!!

[Morn]

Well I did get a chance to workout today (30 minutes of taebo, 10 minutes of abs) before all my running around.

Valerie - the key when you are working out with weights is using light weights but a lot of reps (that will tone your arms without making them large). I have a ton of exercises you could do for both your arms and inner thighs but it is really hard to describe in written form. Also you could use resistance bands as well for your arms if you want to decrease using weights. I would suggest you either buy or rent and exercise dvd at blockbuster. Also there are really inexpensive exercise dvds at walmart. Once you watch a few videos you can then take note of the exercises and do it on your own. I hope this helps a little.

[BDraw]

40 minutes on mini-tramp. Felt good.

[rawfigure]

Well this is it, I have been busy packing to move all week, my TV and VCR above my treadmill in the Cardio room have been removed, boxes everywhere, in the gym too...tomorrow AM I do not care what the weather is I AM GOING RUNNING OUTSIDE...4 days w/o working out makes me NUTSO ! :cool:

[Stina]

Wow, I've been really enthusiastic about getting into a fitness program, and I feel great!....except for the pain! I jumped right in there and now my muscles are really aching, enough for me to make an appointment with my acupuncturist, plus I'm driving quite a distance to get to a Bikram yoga studio so I can learn to stretch myself out. But I did line up three exercise buddies locally to work out with, and I trust I'll keep the momentum going. Ouch, though, seriously.

[Forever Young]

Yesterday was a rest day, today is a 6 miler.Forever young :cool:

[salsababy]

So, I have been exercising at least 30 min. but not as great a workout as I would have liked. For instance, some days I didn't do the cardio my body needs. I may have walked and lugged around a 2 year old girl for 30 min. but it wasn't the standard weight-loss/building muscle workout for me. So, I have been reading but avoiding this thread. :(

BUT.....I went to the gym yesterday after work and did weights and 1/2 hour run on the treadmill (up hills). I noticed it was snowing/very icy and so I ran outside to my car. I only live 5 min. from the gym. But it took me 2 1/2 hours to get home!!! All because I stopped first to workout at the gym....hmm...I'm dedicated... :D

[Morn]

I had to work today, but it was a light day so I got a chance to run over to the Good Food Store and Whole Foods. I also stopped in at the health club on the way home and worked out for an hour (I did 35 minutes on the eliptical machine, 10 minutes on the stationary bike, ab work, chest presses, inner and outer thighs). Next I have a mandatory monthly meeting at my daughter's preschool. A full day but I feel good after exercising

[NFrawRUNNER]

Well, the temp was 16 degrees this a.m. so I opted for an indoor workout---I'm supposed to be "tapering" for the race anyway right? I did 40 minutes on my stepper and 60 minutes on the recumbent bike! Whew, it really works those legs! I am about to finish packing and leaving first thing in the a.m. so I'll post back after my return Mon./Tues.....prayers welcome for runner #2453 on Sunday from 7:40 (9:40 EST) on....it'll take me about 4 1/2 hours or so....I will stay 100% raw and "spread the word!" Have great week end work outs all!
Di

[paprika]

Wednesday: 30 minute lower body weight workout
Thursday: 40 minute walk outdoors at lunchtime
20 minutes on the elliptical

[Naturallynice]

Thursday: 20 minutes rebounder - mini trampoline.

I could only manage 20 minutes I found it very very boring. How do you make jumping on the rebounder more interesting???

Esther

[rawfigure]

Yesterday I ran outside at 28 degrees, brr. Today I am doing an arm work out then take a Work break this afternoon when it is warmer (40's) and go for a run. :D

[BDraw]

35 minutes on the rebounder.

How to make it more interesting. . .

-- good active music, turned loud (jump to the beat)

-- vary the jump, do 100 of this step, then 100 of that step (use your imagination)

-- use your arms, up and down, boxing movements, claping front and back

-- twist to the right, twist to the left, moving arms opposite direction.

-- dance!

-- pretend you are jumping a rope

-- put on an exciting movie, with great music

-- repeat all of above

Have fun!

[rawfigure]

45 min Jog outside. :D

[Forever Young]

Yesterday 40 sauna, 30 min free weights. Forever young :cool:

[Morn]

Tonight's my company work holiday party and they are having it total sports. That means 3-4 hours of straight Wally Ball playing. I can't wait. It doesn't seem like a workout cause it is so much fun but I know tomorrow I will be sore cause I always am. Also when you are playing you sweat a lot. So while it doesn't seem like a workout it is!

[tinystrawberry]

cleaning and DDR today :) lots of fun
1hr + half

[Forever Young]

3 mile run today, just didn't feel like running today. Forever young

[rawfigure]

Hi DI ! How was the race ?? I was thinking of you !! :D

[Stina]

Goodness, I couldn't recommend Bikram yoga more! Now, if I go to the gym and do aerobics, I get the burn, you know what burn I mean, and the next day I'm sore. I go to the Bikram yoga studio, get that burn, and walk out feeling great and the next day as well. My friend commented that fifteen bucks is a lot for a workout, but my spine feels better walking out of there then fifty dollars for acupuncture, so it's actually a good deal. I clean houses for a living which is kinda hard on my back, and my body just screams for intense yoga to counterbalance it. Also, the 104 degree studio for yoga is just amazing for sweating out toxins. What a blessing in my life!

[Naturallynice]

Saturday: rest day
Sunday: rebounding 30'
Monday: running: 8mins running, 2 mins walking x3.

Where is everybody? RawFigure? have you moved?
Di? are you back?

missing you..

[rawfigure]

Saturday: rest day
Sunday: rebounding 30'
Monday: running: 8mins running, 2 mins walking x3.

Where is everybody? RawFigure? have you moved?
Di? are you back?

missing you..


Hey I am lurking but my exercise is minimal. The gym is hard to manuver with Boxes everywhere and my Cardio room too. My TV is gone in my Cardio Room, and the Tmill surrounded with Boxes. I have run outside when the weather is good so the last few days has been raining.

SO I am eating light and watching the scales and lifting as many boxes as I can !! :D

[Forever Young]

Yesterday was my 40 min sauna day, today a 8 mile run. Forever young :cool:

[Morn]

yesterday I had to work all day but I did a little bit of floor exercises when I got home- butt/inner/outer thighs.

[NFrawRUNNER]

I'm back!.... ;) That was a quick trip and I am jet lagged! :rolleyes: I am not really too sore from the race, moreso from the loooong plane ride! I did well considering I "faded" at the last 1/2 mile and was woozt at the finish! 4:19:54??? Not bad for an old bionic lady! I will now take a couple days off from everything and start back gradually this time (my hip is sore so sleep and rest are calling my name!!!) The good news also is that my treadmill is fixed so I can start back on that by the week end!!!! Thank you for all the support and cheers I could hear ya from the cyber world! My only mistake was not carrying grapes or something with me....THEY HAD NO FRUIT (which is unusual) during the race....only "accelerade", gu and water....It was 28 :eek: degrees at the start (yes in Phoenix) and a lot of energy was spent trying to stay warm....I am glad to be home and proud to say that was my 12th marathon and last for awhile so I can focus on the 1/2s now and round out my dozen there (I've done 9!)....Have a great workout everyone!
Diantha

[Stina]

Hey, thanks NFrawRunner for the encouragement to start exercising daily. The soreness is paying off, and I'm feeling great. I'm doing a wide variety of exercise and I'm actually enjoying it. And, best of all, it gives me a healthy appetite for raw food! Cheers Diantha love, Stina

[Stina]

p.s. you're an inspiration with your running! I dream of working up to that. Thanks for being so alive!

[Morn]

I just got done with work and I hit the gym on the way home. Workout:

40 minutes on the eliptical machine (barely broke a sweat)
25 minutes on the stationary bike
5 minutes of abs

Kinda funny was talking to this guy at the gym and he said I looked healthy cause the whites in my eyes were really white. I had read about this in another thread so I thought it was kinda funny, but cool!

Welcome back Di! We missed you! Congratulations on the time on your race, You rawk!

[Forever Young]

Did 8 miles on treadmill today thank goodness I can watch tv on it to. Also did my 30 min of free weights. Forever young :cool:

[Naturallynice]

Upper body weights and abds, 20 gentle rebounding (gentle because I had the baby in my arms, putting her to sleep - hey!)

Hey, Morn, nobody talk to me at the gym :( Then again, there is hardly anyone there at 8:00 in the morning... ah well...

[NFrawRUNNER]

It felt good to be "back in the saddle" again today....Put in (walk/run) 8 miles on the treadmill today...no soreness. :p .....

UNFORTUNATELY, I got hurt at work today and am sidelined for a few days to recuperate :( :rolleyes: :mad:

long story, sore right now....will explain later...
Di

[salsababy]

Monday- weight training class (1 hour)
Tuesday- hot yoga class (1 1/2 hours)
Wed.- salsa dancing (2 1/2 hours)

And of course lots of walking and lugging around kids all day. Today I am taking the day off as I pulled something in my back. :(

[Morn]

Today I had to work today and then on the way home I stoped at the gym and worked out for an hour and a half.
Work out:


40 minutes eliptical machine
5 minutes stairmaster
15 minutes stationary bike
inner and outer thighs 75 reps at 80 pounds
chest presses/triceps
back/bicep machine
abdominal floor exercises

Salsababy - Salsa dancing sounds so much like fun. Are you taking lessons?
I want to take ballroom dancing with the hubby.


Naturally Nice - yeah I usually don't talk to people either. I have the opposite problem - lots of times I am at the gym at 1:00 a.m so it is usually lean which is ok with me. I hate having to wait to use equipment.

[NFrawRUNNER]

I'm so "down" :( right now I don't know what I'm going to do. I got my sternum bruised at school yesterday and am off work for a few days....and no running...I was just getting "back into it" from the race too so I am a little depressed and in pain....but only when I breathe deeply :rolleyes: I am getting the kids off to school then I'll clean and see how I feel...maybe the recumbent bike? You guys know how I am so a few prayers for a speedy recovery would be helpful :D

Sweat a bit for me today folks!
Di

[Forever Young]

6 mile run today 30 min of free weights. Forever young :cool:

[Morn]

Did my Taeboe tape - 30 minutes
abdominal floor work 10 minutes

Hey Di sorry to hear you are down. I will keep you in my prayers.

[paprika]

Ohmigosh, it's been almost a week since I checked in here! Every few days I feel like skipping a workout but I think of this thread and I "just do it", haha. It also helps that my workout machine is right in my bedroom, so I can't just get under the blankets without that big metal reminder lurking in the corner.

Monday: upper body
Tuesday: 20 minute elliptical
Wednesday: lower body
Thursday: 20 minutes elliptical
Today: does shovelling snow count? we got one dumping of snow!

[rawfigure]

Today we moved my husbands band and musice equipment to the House, to his Music Room, wow what a Job, it took 4 of us 45 min of lugging casket size speakers, lights, drums, amazing how much equipment a Band uses, so that was the BEST workout in weeks !

Well no time to dally....

Off to the Salvation Army with more STUFF. I never thought this home to be that big until you start packing it up, I am on week end 4 of packing and sorting ! I forgot that moving is a lot of work !

[NFrawRUNNER]

Today we moved my husbands band and musice equipment to the House, to his Music Room, wow what a Job, it took 4 of us 45 min of lugging casket size speakers, lights, drums, amazing how much equipment a Band uses, so that was the BEST workout in weeks !

Well no time to dally....

Off to the Salvation Army with more STUFF. I never thought this home to be that big until you start packing it up, I am on week end 4 of packing and sorting ! I forgot that moving is a lot of work !

You don't need to exercise! You're getting it with all the moving you are doing....so when do I get to hear the band? What type of music do they jam to? Bet he's psyched to get goin' again...and how about your gym....Is it set up yet? Of course, we're back to a real winter now too so I guess you have been battling the elements too right? It's pretty outside today but only 13 degrees so yes (feeling shamed) I did work out today....I can't rest too long or I turn into a word I shouldn't say here :o I walked and gradually jogged and ran for a couple of hours on the treadmill and feel BETTER now...I think it loosened up the tight muscles surrounding my sternum that were so sore from the injury plus stess and tension....It made me learn to breathe properly too with the good ol' belly breathing....It hurts mainly to reach for things or lift things so running didn't seem to agravate anything....Hope all is well with everyone else this week end!
Di

ps.s the new avatar is from a pic. my son took a few weeks ago when I returned from a long (23 mile) run in a snow storm....yeah, I'm crazy!

[addyb]

I'm down.
Started 3 days ago with 30 on the treadmill and 15 min floor exercises. Plan to move up to 45 on treadmill and 25 on floor exercises. I dont have access to a gym and any exercise suggestions that can be done at home would be helpful. In the words of Olivia Newton John "Lets Get Physical"!!
-addyb

[Forever Young]

Today is a 5 mile run and 30 min of free weights. Forever young :cool:

[rawfigure]

DI..You are CRAZY..running in the snow ! I am going to hit the treadmill for 20 min then later bundle up and brave to Cold afternoon, it is too be sunny and 26 !

My husband was in various Rock Bands for 25 ish years but is "retired" from it now. I think he plans on getting back into a Christian Praise Band soon, and use the Music Studio at the House to Jam with other Musicians. He has the Tinnitus (in tinnitus retraining therapy and prayer..) so it improving daily. :D He does not want to expose himself (and me) to the LOUD Rock Music of the past. We have learned how precious healthy hearing is going thru the Tinnitus for the last 3 months. We both have limited hearing loss in the upper frequency range (from the Loud Band) so we want to be sure it does not progress from there !

Off.............

[Buckley]

Ok - so I have been lurking on this thread since the beginning of the year ... hoping that it is not too late to join now. I just recommitted to the raw lifestyle today --- and one of my commitments is to come out of hiding!! And I thought this would be a great place to start!!! :)

Exercise for today: 10 mile run on the treadmill ---- BORING!!!!! , but it is snowing here in MN and I didn't want to risk it outside.

You all are great inspirations ... and I look forward to "streaking" with you for the rest of 2007!

Rachel

[NFrawRUNNER]

Ok - so I have been lurking on this thread since the beginning of the year ... hoping that it is not too late to join now. I just recommitted to the raw lifestyle today --- and one of my commitments is to come out of hiding!! And I thought this would be a great place to start!!! :)

Exercise for today: 10 mile run on the treadmill ---- BORING!!!!! , but it is snowing here in MN and I didn't want to risk it outside.

You all are great inspirations ... and I look forward to "streaking" with you for the rest of 2007!

Rachel

Welcome aboard...or should I say a-BORED....I too put in 11 miles on the ol' TM today for the same reasons......cccooolllddddddd! Come out of hiding? Do you mean you're embarrassed to tell people about your "raw" lifestyle? If so, I was like that for awhile too....My friends and family just thought it was my "latest craze" so I downplayed it.....Once I overcame some serious health issues I "came out of the raw cupboard" and validated ( and still do) whenever questioned. Most people are just curious and admire the glow you radiate from your raw sole....Most people do however think it is radical....which is odd since those same people pop Rx pills or succumb to surgery, etc.....oxymoron as to who is radical, eh?

Anyway, my chest is still quite tender but does not bother me when I run? It actually loosens up.....It's when I lift, turn quickly, or reach for something that I "remember" the pain....I am off work for 2 more days and then hopefully will feel better....what a twist of fate for me.

It does feel good to run again though!
Di

[NFrawRUNNER]

OK, so I am attempting a few day + fast here for the first time (gulp) since my old health issues have been returning inexplicably....maybe a wave of detox but at any rate I feel ready (although intimidated) to start this challenge and continue to exercise too...Wish me luck...Today I put in 11+ miles on the treadmill...I'm still "off work" until Wednesday so hopefully being able to lay low, get extra rest and not rush my workout I will be able to fast successfully and do a 2nd liver flush this week end...My tummy is distended lately which is a big concern...Here's to hoping I'll get back on track ( I have stayed 100% raw too so it's not like I feel bad from a slip up???) The only thing I can think of that may have thrown me off is the fact that when I got hurt Thursday I started taking ibuprofen 3x daily for a few days??? I stopped as of Sunday morning though...Well, I will try to stick to this fast as long as I am accountable here! I will not weigh in either!

[turtledee]

I like that..........30 minutes minimum a day.........not bad. I am definately on board!

[NFrawRUNNER]

Welcome aboard to you too! Dating the treadmill? :confused: What does that mean :eek: ? Hopefully that means you are spending so much time with it it's like you're dating right? LOL Glad to have you with us!

[Forever Young]

6 mile run today and 30 min of free weights. Forever young :cool:

[GoinDown]

Hi,

Does anybody remember me?? It's been three weeks since I posted a note.

I haven't forgotten about any of you. How great it is that there are many new people that joined in 2007.

Sorry January is almost over and I'm finally getting around to my first post for the month, BUT, don't worry, I've been doing very well... and it seems as though everyone is keeping up their fitness regimens as well... good job!

To my sister Valerie (HealthyRawLife), you are so sweet to write the last message on the Holiday Hoopla thread last month. (To everyone: feel free to go back and read her last post.) I love that God worked through you to get me to live my life better than I ever have before. I enjoy the long talks about our successes (major weight losses) and our trials (overcoming food temptations on both our December birthdays and also on the holidays) on this journey. It's so fun to laugh and to talk about our goals and every last ounce that our scales read. I'm glad you inspired me to begin this new lifestyle. Thanks, Vool.

Well, I just wanted you all to know that I did not fall of the face of the earth and don't worry, I will post again when you least expect it... :)

Next week I will reveal my January results... I think you all might be very proud of me... as I keep "Goin' Down"!!

Bye for now ~ Jennifer

[rawfigure]

GOINDOWN...nice to see you post ! *waving hello*

Di you were right, Moving is quite a good workout ! :p

I am sore allover :eek: from carrying boxes, packing, squating down uncounted times !

But it is also making me hungry.....darn !!!

[NFrawRUNNER]

Maybe I'm "detoxing" or recovering from my injury but I am washed out and could only FORCE myself to walk on the treadmill this a.m. I am all congested and dog tired??? I am going to get my paperwork finished and take a nap (I did yesterday too!) I did eat this a.m. :( although I am trying to fast I have a hard time with it and thought I was soooo tired from lack of food)

....well, I'm still tired so guess that didn't help, just makes me feel like a failure...How do some of you "fast" for days and weeks? Maybe I am just too busy for such a thing but I will try to "abstain for the rest of today and try juicing/mono fruit tomorrow in prep for yet another (blech) liver flush this week end..... My body is "off" right now and I just want someone to wave a magic wand and *poof* my belly is flat again!!!! It's weird. I am thin all over with this pot belly :rolleyes: ....I look about 6 mo. pregnant when I "let it out" :eek: and that's a scary thought! Well, I did walk 10 miles on my treadmill today at a good clip 4- 4.5 mph at a 4.5%incline.....and now I need to do my school stuff as I go back to work tomorrow!!!!

[rawfigure]

Di, You know I am with you on the Fasting, some are "good" at it..me you...we need help in that dept. SO I am not even going to think about Fasting for now.

My thought is you have really taxed your body with the races and running. I am thinking you need some rest. I know this is a hard one to swallow but even World Class Athletes take several weeks off each year for healing time. I know when I competed and taxed my body I would get way out of wack in the Gut after awhile.

I would maybe even skip the Liver Cleanse for awhile. Also why not just Mono Meals for a week or two ? And write down the food you ate and the belly reaction. I know for me Melon (all of them) Bloat me almost instantly. So maybe you will find one food that is bothering you ? :confused:

Just a thought .....

[Naturallynice]

Where was I? Friday running, Sat rest day, Sunday - was lazy, Monday running, Tuesd, ermmm, lazy- a very bad day anyway, Wed, today, was my running day but got up late and hubby had to go, soo... 20 mins aerobics and aprx 1500 revolutions of skipping rope, burned 300 kcals. Some Abds work too.

[NFrawRUNNER]

Di, You know I am with you on the Fasting, some are "good" at it..me you...we need help in that dept. SO I am not even going to think about Fasting for now.

My thought is you have really taxed your body with the races and running. I am thinking you need some rest. I know this is a hard one to swallow but even World Class Athletes take several weeks off each year for healing time. I know when I competed and taxed my body I would get way out of wack in the Gut after awhile.

I would maybe even skip the Liver Cleanse for awhile. Also why not just Mono Meals for a week or two ? And write down the food you ate and the belly reaction. I know for me Melon (all of them) Bloat me almost instantly. So maybe you will find one food that is bothering you ? :confused:

Just a thought .....

Wow, Leslie-Are you reading my mind? I thought/prayed long and hard yesterday/last night realizing that NOW is a time my body needs to HEAL not be obsessed about fasting/detoxing and ultimately failing and bingeing! Too many old issues resurface. So, for now I will take the advice of our forum fav. Alissa and JUST EAT RAW! :D I am tired out you are right. Today was my first day back and it was not a great day....so I am wiped out ! I will take it one day at a time....But thanks for the reality check....Funny, we have never met Miss L but YOU KNOW ME SO WELL!!!! I tell you though, yesterday was such a struggle for me emotionally with all of this I would have called you up on the phone....I journaled prayed and felt enlightened that "now is not the time" for fasting. I need to heal in other ways....Thank you Les, and everyone else....
I overslept this a.m. btw and only put in 6+ miles on the tm....but that's ok! I must have needed sleep more!
Di

[Forever Young]

4 mile run followed by 30 min of free weights. Forever young :cool:

[Morn]

Sorry I haven't posted lately. Have been pretty busy but haven't forgotten about you all. Today I had to work and then I worked out and then went to a my friend's house to watch her husband (who has had several rounds of chemo). It went fairly well but at one point I ended up having to call her home cause I ended up having a situation and his speech is not clear and he can't really talk now. I am glad I finally got over there so she could have some time away. Also I know a lot of you are believers so if you could pray for him (Ernie) and my niece who just got diagnosed with Stage 4 inoperable cancer and her father (since she is his only child), I would appreciate it! Thanks

Today's Exercise - Hour and 10 minutes

10 minutes stairmaster
30 minutes eliptical machine
10 minutes stationary bike
chest presses
abdominal floor exercises


Yesterday's exercise - 35 minutes

25 minutes circuit training tape
10 minutes abs of steel
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[rawfigure]

Sorry I haven't posted lately. Have been pretty busy but haven't forgotten about you all. Today I had to work and then I worked out and then went to a my friend's house to watch her husband (who has had several rounds of chemo). It went fairly well but at one point I ended up having to call her home cause I ended up having a situation and his speech is not clear and he can't really talk now. I am glad I finally got over there so she could have some time away. Also I know a lot of you are believers so if you could pray for him (Ernie) and my niece who just got diagnosed with Stage 4 inoperable cancer and her father (since she is his only child), I would appreciate it! Thanks

Today's Exercise - Hour and 10 minutes

10 minutes stairmaster
30 minutes eliptical machine
10 minutes stationary bike
chest presses
abdominal floor exercises


Yesterday's exercise - 35 minutes

25 minutes circuit training tape
10 minutes abs of steel
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MORN...nice to see you post ! I pray for strength & comfort for you & your friends.

I see you are releasing weight. Yeaha !

as far as working out: still doing the "Box Work Out" LOL.. :p

TOMORROW (and Sat and Sun) is MOVING DAY !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :D

[NFrawRUNNER]

Morn-Thoughts and prayers for Ernie and niece (name?)...Diseases stink, don't they? Horrible. Take care of yourself too! ;) You are losing more and more weight, bet you're feeling great and turning heads now hah? :D Keep on keepin'on!

RF-Good luck with the "box workout".....maybe you could get in on the drilling for water action too and work those biceps.....and a posterboard reading house for sale around your neck and you could run a few miles around town? :D You know I'm thinkin' of ya! Good luck with everything this week end! Stay warm!

We have a severe wind chill and cold advisory....It's -11 with a -35 wind chill????? BBBBBrrrrrrrr, TG my TM is fixed!

I am soooo tired, can't wait to sleep in (till 5 :rolleyes: maybe?) tomorrow or at least go to bed earlier tonight! My head is stuffy too with a sore throat! Great, I never get sick....better hit the echinacea!

May only walk this a.m. on the TM although running usually clears out any congestion I have?

Keep working out everyone and keep posting so you can stay motivated too. We should all be getting in 30-45 minutes a day.....Take time for you to do it, it only helps in other aspects of your life! Happy Ttails!

[Morn]

Thank you Rawfigure and NFrawrunner for your prayers...My niece's name is Melanie (she is 20 years old).

NFrawrunner - take care of that cold and get to bed early tonight (big fluffy comforters are the best when you don't feel good aren't they?)! It is snowing here in Michigan pretty good and all I want to do is be wrapped up in my comforter but I have so much to do.

Rawfigure - I hope everything goes well with the move and you are able to get your life back to a normal schedule soon. I have moved 3 times in 7 years and I know how painful it is. I still don't have everything unpacked from the last move and it has been 2 years. :(


If all goes well tonight, it will be our first night of ballroom lessons with my husband and I (We are one week late but she said I could register right before class so that is what I am planning). The classes are through New Baltimore's Parks and Recreation program so I don't know how good it will be but I figure it still will be fun doing something with just my husband and me. Also I love dancing, as it gets me moving, and I don't feel like I am exercising at all!

[Forever Young]

Yesterday was a rest day, today I ran 7 miles. Forever young :cool:

[NFrawRUNNER]

90 minute workout total:
30 min.-treadmill
30 min. recumbent bike
30 min. stairmaster

My quads are reminding me they are there!
Happy sweating! It's a blamy 1 degrees now today! wohoo!

[Morn]

Last night's dance lesson was great! We danced for only an one hour but believe it or not I was able to work up a small sweat! My poor husband was so sore after class I had to give him leg massages. He said he would continue to take the classes but going forward I have to massage his legs every week afterward. We actually did pretty good (considering we missed the first week). We did the fox trot, waltz, and cha cha with variations. I was super excited after class about it. It is nice to do something different together and get exercise at the same time. Now we need to figure out how to get some of that classic music so we can practice together! :) I have been talking about doing this for years so it is finally great to get a chance to do it!

[Forever Young]

Today was sauna day and then 30 min of free weights. Forever young :cool:

[NFrawRUNNER]

LSD today...16.5 miles.... :cool:
felt good!

[Forever Young]

5 mile run today felt tired, sluggish, lazy, all in one. It can't be the weather as its cloudy every day for weeks on end :( Forever young :cool:

[Forever Young]

6 mile run, leaving for sunny florida wed evening for 7 days. Forever young :cool:

[NFrawRUNNER]

FY-Florida will be a nice break from this east ern "chill"! :cool: Have a great time! Will you get a chance to run on the beach? I'm envious! Have fun!

I put in 8.55 this a.m. starting at a walk but ending strong ! Monday mornings are always a rough start!!! Have a great workout all!
D

[Forever Young]

FY-Florida will be a nice break from this east ern "chill"! :cool: Have a great time! Will you get a chance to run on the beach? I'm envious! Have fun!

I put in 8.55 this a.m. starting at a walk but ending strong ! Monday mornings are always a rough start!!! Have a great workout all!
D

I'll run on the beach everyday, I like to find state parks to run in on the beach. We are going to St Augustine.

[Forever Young]

5 mile run today. forever young :cool:

[Forever Young]

Where in the heck did everyone go? Maybe everybody went for a run and didn't want me to go along :confused: Forever young :cool:

[NFrawRUNNER]

I was wondering the same thing FY!!!! I'm here......guess you can't really run that far away on the treadmill!!! I'm "waking up" for a run as we speak ;) Shall I do a roll call????? Maybe it's time!!!! :D

Me (NFRawrunner/aka Diantha)
Rawfigure
Sport
Morn
Salsababy
dewraw
Stina
HealthyRawLife
E4BONY
Naturallynice
BDraw
Forever Young
brocktune
travelingtoes
everclear
tirunesh

All here say "I" :D

[Morn]

I know this is an exercise forum but I know many of you are christians and I need yor prayers. I just got home from work and wanted to update you guys who are praying. My neice who is 20 (who has the cancer) is now in intensive care. One of her cysts literally burst out of her, tonight they took her into surgery so they could put a permanent colostomy bag in her. They also found her hip was broken and if she recovers she will never be able to put weight on her lower extremities again. They left the tumor in her leg because it was so large. She had several tumors on her lungs and right now she is not breathing on her own and is on a ventilator. Over the next few days they are scheduling more surgery to go back and try to clean out more of the tissue. She is in a hospital on the other side of the state and I will be going there to be with my brother and his ex wife this weekend. I just hope she will make it till then. This whole thing is very serious (as they didn't even know if they were going to operate today, and if they couldn't they were going to just wait for her to die). She is in need of a miracle. I know God can do this if he so chooses. Please continue to pray for her. They have her heavily sedated and she will remain this way for the next several days. Because of all the stress in this situation, I was extremely tempted today to eat several things today off of my diet as I would have before, seeking comfort from food but I remained strong. It is funny how old habits are still so engrained in us that that is the first thing we think to do.

[NFrawRUNNER]

{{prayers are with you right now}}} God bless.

[Morn]

Wow that was quick - thank you! I am still in but for the next few days or so I will be playing my schedule by ear so I don't know how much exercising I will be doing.

[rawfigure]

MORN....{{HUG}}...I sympathize with your situation. I will PRAY for you and your niece, right now.

Leslie

[rawfigure]

I am here !! I am still doing the "Box / Step Workout" lol... :p

In about a week I should be settled in and ready to get back to daily running and training.

[Naturallynice]

Morn, I will keep you and your niece and her family in my prayers, thanks for the update.

I am here! A bit fed up with the children, but other than that keeping the streak.

Now, where was I? I missed some of my running days, but did skipping rope and abds, upper body weights instead.

Today was running day 3 miles, same tomorrow and Friday, God willing. ...

[NFrawRUNNER]

NaturallyNice-
Are you ready to weigh-in in the a.m.??? :eek: I'm a little scared as I've been having tummy troubles and food issues lately (and am somewhat discouraged BTW) so here's to hoping I haven't gained a ton of weight....I feel like I have! At any rate, I obsess, and now you know!!! Also, did you pm me because I must've deleted it if you did by accident....sorry, try again? I empathize in regards to children driving you crazy.....livin' it!!! :o

How's everyone else doing?
D

[Naturallynice]

NFRunner, same old, same old, 193 lbs. Ok, down from 193.2 , Ha ha ha. But my legs are so stronger and my cellulite is dissapearing! That is good news!

Running today, 3 miles.

will pm you again.

[NFrawRUNNER]

9 miles on the TM this a.m. and weight at 144....not where I want it to be but it's a start! craving bananas today????? I ate 12 for breakfast (yes 12) at 7 and am still "satisfied"....I think I'll try that- 2 meals per day....I can get more done here at school if I don't have to stop to eat or prep my food before school! Does anyone else do that?

NN-looking for your e-mail.
Di

[theresaann]

Morn, So sorry about your niece~sent her prayers and healing energy....asked angels to surround her, love and hold her in the light....all is well, GOD is with her, dear one....she is loved beyond measure.... :p

Count me in! I'm on day (7) 100% raw, intend to stay forever (this time), and am working out this way:

everyday doing the 5 Tibetans energy yoga (15 min), then:
2 days a week Turbojam kick boxing cardio workout
2 days a week "The Firm" cardio/weight workout
2 days a week yoga

thanks for giving me a place for accountability-it's really motivating!

[Morn]

I got a chance to work out at the gym today after work. I did 30 minutes on the eliptical machine, 20 minutes on the stationary bike and about 10 minutes doing abdominal floor exercises. I needed that big time as it was a temporary distraction to my temporary emotional trials I am going through about of my neice. The last few days have been huge hurdles and all I can say is God is Good and is meeting everyone where they are at in this! But boy am I emotionally and physically drained! I need a fill up!

Thanks Theresaann for your prayers!

[Forever Young]

Today is a 10 miler. Forever young :cool:

[theresaann]

today is 8 dyas at 100% raw, did my first workout-thanks guys for starting this thread!

did the 5 Tibetans yoga, then the turbojam workout, then meditated for 20 min. AND got up at 5 am to do it! I could get USED to this!!! :p

[salsababy]

I'm here, I'm here. Just been very bad at exercising. I have all the right tools (minus the fact I need some new shoes) but I think I need extra motivation. (sigh). :(



I was wondering the same thing FY!!!! I'm here......guess you can't really run that far away on the treadmill!!! I'm "waking up" for a run as we speak ;) Shall I do a roll call????? Maybe it's time!!!! :D

Me (NFRawrunner/aka Diantha)
Rawfigure
Sport
Morn
Salsababy
dewraw
Stina
HealthyRawLife
E4BONY
Naturallynice
BDraw
Forever Young
brocktune
travelingtoes
everclear
tirunesh

All here say "I" :D

[NFrawRUNNER]

OK Salsababy!!! We'll count you in! Get your salsa goin' girl! ;) just kidding...glad to see you checking in! Tomorrow a.m. is a long run for me but have to be done early so good luck to me!!! NIGHTY NIGHT! Time to watch Ghost whisperer and get some zzzzzz's :)

[Morn]

Just got done dancing for an hour at class. We did salsa with variations, waltz, and rhumba at the end of class. I am having a blast and breaking a sweat at the same time! :) I wish I could do this everyday! Tomorrow I will be leaving for the weekend to go and visit my niece. The hospital is about 4 hours away from my home.

[rawfigure]

Just got done dancing for an hour at class. We did salsa with variations, waltz, and rhumba at the end of class. I am having a blast and breaking a sweat at the same time! :) I wish I could do this everyday! Tomorrow I will be leaving for the weekend to go and visit my niece. The hospital is about 4 hours away from my home.

MORN ! Wow I noticed the weight loss. You are doing well. Prayer for safe travel !

[NFrawRUNNER]

Just got done dancing for an hour at class. We did salsa with variations, waltz, and rhumba at the end of class. I am having a blast and breaking a sweat at the same time! :) I wish I could do this everyday! Tomorrow I will be leaving for the weekend to go and visit my niece. The hospital is about 4 hours away from my home.
That's great about the lessons...and isn't it just as great to "reconnect" with your hubby? We too get caught up in the "hustle and bustle" of LIFE and try to get out once in awhile and it's so nice to spend quality time together!

Good luck with your niece this week end......your raw cyber friends will be thinking & praying for you/her this week end too! Have a safe trip ;)
Di

[NFrawRUNNER]

ran 16.25 miles on the tm this a.m. and felt great....ZEN MOMENT! How's everyone else doing? :confused: :p

[salsababy]

Just got done dancing for an hour at class. We did salsa with variations, waltz, and rhumba at the end of class. I am having a blast and breaking a sweat at the same time! :) I wish I could do this everyday! Tomorrow I will be leaving for the weekend to go and visit my niece. The hospital is about 4 hours away from my home.


Wahoo!! Isn't salsa fun!! Salsa has so many different things you can do and the better you get at it, the more fun it is. :)
I love the waltz too but was disapointed with tango and west coast swing. You asked me earlier if I take lessons and I never responded. Sorry. :( Yep, I take group lessons at a studio and just go to any practise dances I can. I'm not that good but am getting better. The thing that is important is that you are having fun!!! :p

[salsababy]

OK Salsababy!!! We'll count you in! Get your salsa goin' girl! ;) just kidding...glad to see you checking in! Tomorrow a.m. is a long run for me but have to be done early so good luck to me!!! NIGHTY NIGHT! Time to watch Ghost whisperer and get some zzzzzz's :)

LOL. I am still salsa dancing but I don't count that for some reason. I am going to the gym today though. :D I was reading back posts on the exercise thread and something caught my eye. There was a post about triathlons and you had mentioned that you were training or wanting to do one. Was wondering if you ever did? :)

[NFrawRUNNER]

LOL. I am still salsa dancing but I don't count that for some reason. I am going to the gym today though. :D I was reading back posts on the exercise thread and something caught my eye. There was a post about triathlons and you had mentioned that you were training or wanting to do one. Was wondering if you ever did? :)

Well, that is one goal I tabled....but it's not out of the question.....While training, I broke my leg at the femoral neck (1/5/06) and now have a titanium rod, plate and 4 screws attached! (I am the bionic woman ;) )....I am back running of course (and was after 5/12 weeks :eek: unofficially!) but have not been able to train (time wise) due to "life" demands + I am a little intimidated about falling in the bike leg of the race.....I may "overcome" that fear eventually but I have to ask myself if it's worth it to "snap" that bone at the base of the plate (which is possible) so I have stuck with running for now....I am actually interested in a possible "ultra" run.....????wanna join me :)
Di

[Forever Young]

6 mile run today. Forever young :cool:

[Nutz Over RAW]

I would love to join! I seem to only exercise in the spring and summer when the weather is nice. I live in Northern California and it gets chilly here. But if I'm moving around, I'll be warm! What a great board for motivation...especially if you are required to write what you did that day.
-Heather

[Forever Young]

A balmy -20 wind chill today, ran 7 miles today inside. Forever young :cool:

[salsababy]

Sat.
Went to the gym.
10 min. on bike (hills)
30 min. on stairmill (intervals)

[NFrawRUNNER]

....rest day......so I just "did a circuit" in my home gym....
30 minutes stairmaster
30 minutes recumbent
30 minutes treadmill

We are "socked in" with snow!

[rawfigure]

....rest day......so I just "did a circuit" in my home gym....
30 minutes stairmaster
30 minutes recumbent
30 minutes treadmill

We are "socked in" with snow!

I call that ACTIVE REST. LOL.

We finally got the Gym together with help from our friends. It looks fabulous. The treadmill is still not put back together so today I did circuits with rebounder, jumprope, step and some varied weights. I also vacuumed the downstairs and two staircases, in between sets, so that took me about 25 min :eek: Now that is a work out !

[salsababy]

45 min. walk (up some big hills). Not great cardio but it was something.

[NFrawRUNNER]

great photo salsababy!.....Our rocks/mountains are all buried with a few feet of snow we were hammered with this weekend....I ran (and walked some) 12.7 miles on my treadmill this a.m. taking advantage of our snow day early while the kids STILL sleep! OH %^&***, they're up now :rolleyes:

[Naturallynice]

what time do you go to bed NFR? And what time do you get up? Gee, I love my bed...

[NFrawRUNNER]

NN-Congrats on the weight loss! I slepp about 5-6 hours a night....that's al I really need! I go to bed between 9 and 10 and get up by 3 a.m.!!!! I'm chillin' right now though in dh recliner, watching a movie, and eating coconut! ah, bliss!

[Forever Young]

Sauna day, then 30 min of free weights. After working outside all day today in -30 degrees wind chill it took me a lot longer to get rewarmed in the sauna then normal. Tomorrow more of the same :eek: We may have a buyer for our business, were looking at moving south, way south, at least for the winters, then back up north for the summers. Forever young :cool:

[Forever Young]

Today was a 5 mile run on treadmill, can't wait till spring. Forever young :cool:

[rawfigure]

circuit training again with lunges, and jumprope to keep heart rate up. Tomorrow the Tmill will get reassembled so I can get to running again. Spring running outside is just around the corner. Until then it is subzero out..brrrrrrr...at least we are not in the Big lake snow belt like some of you (DI ! ) We get the Fingerlake effect which does not compare to you in poor dears in way Upstate ! :p )

[NFrawRUNNER]

oops, forgot yo post yesterday here? 9 miles on the TM yesterday and up for 8-10 today, I'll check back later! Today I start some "new things" to improve my health so I am motivated to get even healthier! Rise & shine!
Di

[Forever Young]

Today was sauna day, the sweat just pours off for 40 mins what a cleanser. Forever young :cool:

[Morn]

Today I did 40 minutes of high low aerobics and 10 minutes of abdominal floor exercises. I only got 3 hours of sleep last night so I am exhausted but proud I pushed myself to exercise even when I didn't feel like it. I have to work early a.m. tomorrow and was going to go to bed early but then I heard lost was back on tonight so I am in a dilemma. It is the only t.v. show my husband and I really watch. What to do what to do?

[NFrawRUNNER]

well Morn, did you watch Lost? Tonight is MY TV night......Survivor starts again!!! :D (My favorite...I've always wanted to be on it! I could be the first raw foodist there! )

RAN 12 MILES TODAY!

FY- Guess what! Our sauna is here and all hooked up! I'm on my way there right now!

[Morn]

Today's exercise an hour and a half total:

40 minutes eliptical machine
10 minutes stairmaster
10 minutes stationary bike

50 reps at 90 lbs inner thighs
50 reps at 90 lbs outer thighs
50 reps at 60 pounds chest presses

abdominal floor exercises
stretching

NFrawrunner - Yes I watched lost. Even though I was dead tired, I couldn't resist! That would be so cool if you were on survivor. I would have to watch it if you were on it!

[salsababy]

Wed.- 2 1/2 mile run
Thursday- 15 min on bike (level 5-hills) & 15 min. on eliptical (hills)

I noticed on my run that my upper legs are sore. I highly regret taking 8 months off from exercising!!! :mad:

[NFrawRUNNER]

Wed.- 2 1/2 mile run
Thursday- 15 min on bike (level 5-hills) & 15 min. on eliptical (hills)

I noticed on my run that my upper legs are sore. I highly regret taking 8 months off from exercising!!! :mad:

It'll ALL comeback to you....Your legs are just saying: we're here and we remember this feeling! It's more mental than anything but you will overcome! When I broke my leg last year (at the hip area) I went from 70 mile weeks to 0 in an instant......coming back was most difficult in the psychological department at first....but just resolve yourself to you can only do what you can only do. Sore legs are a good sign that you are using those muscles. Muscle has "memory" so look at the soreness as a good thing! Happy trails!

[NFrawRUNNER]

30 minutes stairmaster
30 minutes recumbent bike
50 minutes sauna!
AAAHHHH! BLISS! :p

[Morn]

I just finished with my circuit training tape that has high and low aerobic movements and weights and then my abs of steel tape. I can't believe I am sweating more today from 30 minutes of exercise than the hour and a half from yesterdays exercises. Hum! I think I need to add on more time on the stairmaster cause that makes me sweat. Mentally it is hard though.

Tonight is my ballroom dance class with the hubby. I just went out and bought some ballroom/big band dance music so hopefully we can practice. So it will be another hour of exercise tonight of doing what I love. We will spend probably at least a half hour before class practicing though since we didn't do it together since last friday night and there were a lot of variations. I hope we can remember. :D

Now I am off to pick up my 4 year old from preschool. It feels good to exercise! I feel so great afterward. Thank you for letting me be a part of this forum and to NFrawrunner for starting and nurturing this thread! ;) It really does make a difference to me to have accountability.

NFrawrunner do you have a sauna in your home?

[Naturallynice]

I am posting mainly on the Run Raw thread nowdays that I upped my running. I am too tired to do anything else you see... so I take the other days off and I am sleeping early...

So, dunno, I guess I am not a streaker anymore, but then again, I am listening to my body, I don't take days off because of lazyness. I suppose I have to give time to my body to adjust to the new regime, running outside for 30 mins is more challenging than the controlled environment of the treadmill...

night night

zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz....

[Naturallynice]

Today I start some "new things" to improve my health so I am motivated to get even healthier! Rise & shine!
Di


Do share woman, what's up? ;) ;)

[Forever Young]

Yesterday was a day off, today was 45 min in the sauna and free weights. Glad your sweating away Di. :D Forever young :cool:

[salsababy]

It'll ALL comeback to you....Your legs are just saying: we're here and we remember this feeling! It's more mental than anything but you will overcome! When I broke my leg last year (at the hip area) I went from 70 mile weeks to 0 in an instant......coming back was most difficult in the psychological department at first....but just resolve yourself to you can only do what you can only do. Sore legs are a good sign that you are using those muscles. Muscle has "memory" so look at the soreness as a good thing! Happy trails!


Thanks for the enouragment!! :D I am more motivated now to get back out there. I set up a few fitness goals which helps me to get my butt in gear. But first starting over again is scary.

[NFrawRUNNER]

Good morning Morn, NN, and FY (and you too RF-I know you're "here" but busy with the move!)....I feel like we're sitting around in a big conversation here after rereading the past few threads! LOL....

Morn, yes I DO have an infared sauna in my home (as of Thursday) in part thanks to FY who talks of his frequently. So, hubby and I did the research on FAR Infared saunas and were SOLD! It's not as expensive as a luxury as you may think.

NN, the sauna IS one of the things I am "adding" to my regimine to "get even healthier." The other things are really things to help ME....A few years ago I was given a diagnosis of osteoporosis, and IBS, due in part from early menopause from ammenorea (did I spell that right?)....anyway...as the dominoes continued to fall (and I started "aging" too fast...I'll be 40 in April but internally was about 80 from age 36!)...... I converted to a raw food diet 8/05 and felt great!......but recently old "issues" started popping up again and I couldn't understand why????? I am 100% raw (aside from my morning cup of tea) and work out as you know, like crazy! So, I was stumped but hesitant to seek "medical" help....Well, after my recent "accident" at work my cause for alarm has greatly increased as I had x-rays done showing the "dent" in my chest and told my "bones are thin" and "weak"....blahblahblah.....It did however SCARE me into feeling that this is SOMETHING I REALLY need to address so I began my own research....Dr. ME is convinced that my problems can be traced back to a glandular issue which probably started this downward spiral to begin with!!!! (I lost 50 pounds rather quicly about 4-5 years ago....and not in the healthiest of ways...but that was "pre-raw"!)
MY diagnosis of MYSELF (and of course I am not a doctor----just the owner of this vessel!) is adrenal fatigue....I have been reading up on it and have many/most of the symptoms which I believe was the precursor of all the other issues that cropped up over the past few years.....That being said, I will honestly tell you that the past few weeks have been very challenging in my mind to not just give up on raw, start eating pizza, and go on premarin and fosomax like the "DOCTORS" would like me to do. Let's face it, I was SCARED and the facts are those are the things insurance covers right, right...We ALL know that! Well, thanks to my good cyber friend RawFigure and several e-mails with her (can't wait to meet you soon RF ;) ) I am RE-dedicated to taking control of my own health.....And all of you are partly responsible....If it weren't for these "threads" and being able to "talk" with like minded individuals I probably would be sound asleep right now, removed from the forum, and following a Rx regimine.....I am so thankful for this thread because (and I don't mean to sound boastful AT ALL) I feel a sense of "responsibility in a way as kind of a "coach" here and I LIKE THAT! (need it!) It has helped me "keep going" ...Sorry, NN for the loooooooooooong response to your simple question of what I am doing to get even healthier! Bet you didn't expect to read a short novel for a response!!! :rolleyes: In a nutshell, I added a "One Daily whole foods" vitamin and mineral complex (but am taking 2 for now), calcium ionic fizz (4x daily=1,000mg), GOL Ultra probiotics, Alissa's digestive enzymes, and the topper which I hope will help me---an "adrenal support" supplement.....I started on Wednesday and (maybe it's psychological) I am "perking up" again! At any rate, we can only hope that WE know our own bodies the best and have the best intentions so I am reconvinced in my resolve to take control of my own health issues....I AM getting referred to an endocrinologist but HOPE she is open minded....we'll see!

Sorry I went on and on...I am up for a long run this a.m. of course indoors because we have waaaaay to much snow and are expecting MORE as we "speak".....Thanks for the thoughts everyone and have great workouts this week end....

Coaching tip of the day...As Morn has done with the ballroom dancing....Mix it up once in awhile and do something different! I am having a sledding party later today in my back yard with my class (yes, crazy lady that I am invited them all over to go sledding on a Saturday-it's the old age brain I have I guess---crazy)....But getting out and having fun with family and friends can be great exercise!!!!! Have fun with your family and friends...They're what's important in life and in the end all you have is your memories...go make some!
Di

[rawfigure]

:D :D And Di you have been as much help to me as I you ! and others who post here to keep us motivated. :p

I moved to a High Raw 80 ish % maybe ? (still no meat, but did have some dairy) diet in past two months while stressed with moving and too busy to plan/prepare beyond fruit and some frozen green drinks. I ate alot of Veggie Soup, and whole grains, legumes from the HFS. All of my raw sprouting, dehydrating, packed and stored...So Di facing her issues (and writing back and forth) and me starting to have a few hypoglycemic episodes again, when I ate some Flax Cereal with Organic Lowfat Milk Wed Morning. I have been a yr with no shakes and racing heart on RAW! Then the Ocular Migranes too..??? hmmmmmmmm

SO I got all my Raw Equipment out of the Boxes, brought my supply of raw grains from freezer at the other house, got some Almond milk going, and plan to make some back up raw food for the freezer.

And into the GYM again. I am ahead of schedule. I thought March 1st to get back to daily..but today is the DAY YIPPEE...in fact off I go to work out and IR Sauna !

Thanks all for posting here and keeping us all accountable ! group hug.... ;)

[Forever Young]

Hey ladies, it's all about learning to listen to the body, we all have had alot of problems on "SAD" especially if you are older. My wife and I have been raw off and on over 5 years, it's all about tweeking your eating habits to fit your lifestyle now, we use supplements, herbs, meditation, chi gong, rest, quiet time, right thinking, and a lot of sleep to help us along our path. I'm 50 years young and most days feel like a teenager. It has gotten easier when we listen to our bodies, instead of listening to our minds, the mind will always take the easy way out. So don't feel alone in this journey to better health. I've had 9 surgeries in the years prior to eating raw, been there done that. We have a saying that we say in the morning when we get up. "I feel good, I feel fine, I feel this way all the time". We say it three times it really works. Gotta go. Forever young :cool:

[NFrawRUNNER]

"I feel good, I feel fine, I feel this way all the time". Sounds good FY!!! and I DO feel good! I ran 19 miles (ok 18.25 + walked to get to 19!!!) on the treadmill, stretched (and sweated) and skin loofahed in the sauna for 30 minutes and then a nice leisurely shower with lavender soap , scrub, lotion,etc... I feel refreshed and re-energized! We are snowed in again anyway so canceling my sledding party again!
Di

[Pansy]

Hi Di,

I don't know how you feel about any of this, but here is some information that I found useful to me. I am a Libra and the info. did help me!

http://www.astrologycom.com/ariesheal.html

Warm Blessings,

Pansy ;)

[NFrawRUNNER]

Hi Di,

I don't know how you feel about any of this, but here is some information that I found useful to me. I am a Libra and the info. did help me!

http://www.astrologycom.com/ariesheal.html

Warm Blessings,

Pansy ;)

WOW, interesting....That's me alright....a self-driven RAM of a gal! Are you an aries too? I'll be 40 on April 18th....see, can't you tell I'm an Aries...I'm turning 40 and PROUD OF IT, while my friends hide their age....I embrace it! Maybe that's a raw thing!
Di

[Pansy]

WOW, interesting....That's me alright....a self-driven RAM of a gal! Are you an aries too? I'll be 40 on April 18th....see, can't you tell I'm an Aries...I'm turning 40 and PROUD OF IT, while my friends hide their age....I embrace it! Maybe that's a raw thing!
Di

LOL....no, I am a Libra!

Noth'in wrong with your attitude...lol! The way I view age (which doesn't really exist..lol) is like a fine bottle of wine......with time it just keeps getting better!

You go, girl....pants on fire! :rolleyes: Yippy!

Pansy ;)

[Forever Young]

I'm right on the cusp of libra and scorpio so I can sting like heck, :p as pansy has found out a couple of times. :rolleyes: Forever young :cool:

[Forever Young]

Di, the lack of sleep can cause adrenal fatigue, what happens when we sleep, we go through 4 cyles every night it takes several hours to do this. If we don't get enough sleep our bodies will not recharge and eventually you will get rundown. Thats why children sleep so much they are recharging all night long. An if you have problems sleeping, or hot flashes, or peeing a lot and your not sleeping straight through then you don't get your batteries charged right, and the more you keep doing this something has got to give which is the body breaking down. Forever young :cool:

[Forever Young]

5 mile run today. Forever young :cool:

[salsababy]

No cardio today but I did do a weight training class. We had a sub today who taught advanced moves with no "modified techniques" for us beginners (or re-beginners). I liked to refer to her as the "gym natzie". But she did kick my bum!!! :D

[Naturallynice]

I'll be 40 on April 18th....Di


Well, well, I will be 33 on April 17th! And my baby girl will be 1 year on April 15th.

:p :p :p


A bit of abd work and upper body weights yesterday. I must go for a run today, Sunday, as hubby will be away for three days during the week.

[Naturallynice]

Di, the lack of sleep can cause adrenal fatigue, what happens when we sleep, we go through 4 cyles every night it takes several hours to do this. If we don't get enough sleep our bodies will not recharge and eventually you will get rundown. Thats why children sleep so much they are recharging all night long. An if you have problems sleeping, or hot flashes, or peeing a lot and your not sleeping straight through then you don't get your batteries charged right, and the more you keep doing this something has got to give which is the body breaking down. Forever young :cool:

FY, I am doomed then, I haven't slept properly for five years, man! My eldest will be five soon and she still wakes up some times, but I had 3 children in 4 years, so go figure about the quality of my sleep...

Di, I am happy you have such a positive attitude and have taken the bull by the horns, go girl, and hope that any health problems dissapear for ever!

[rawfigure]

...I'm turning 40 and PROUD OF IT, while my friends hide their age....I embrace it! Maybe that's a raw thing!
Di

Yes ! I am 46 in a few weeks.... :D

[Forever Young]

You are all just young chicks. :) Age is only in your mind, as time dosen't exist. Forever young :cool:

[NFrawRUNNER]

Right on FY, age doesn't really bother any of us I don't think as we are all young at heart! I just baked in the sauna and took a nice epsom salt bath soak after..........feel like I've been to a spa....today is all about relaxing, taking FY's "advice" and resting more! You should be proud of me too I went to sleep around 8 last night and slept till 5 (would've slept longer but had to drive my daughter to work!).....I think my "adrenal support" supp's are beginning to do their job, my hands aren't freezing......We are getting more snow AGAIN! :eek:

[Forever Young]

40 min sauna and weights. Forever young :cool:

[rawfigure]

30 min suana....no work out.

[NFrawRUNNER]

Pulled a hammy! So, cut the run short (7 1/2?) and attempted stretching in the sauna.....not enough.....called for a substitute and went to the chiro. Now I'm home and off to rest! :(

[rawfigure]

Oh my dear Di, Ouuuuccchhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh :(

[dogmd]

Pulled a hammy! So, cut the run short (7 1/2?) and attempted stretching in the sauna.....not enough.....called for a substitute and went to the chiro. Now I'm home and off to rest! :(


Hi Di.. Take care of that hamstring please.

Hope you all are doing well. I am currently 9 weeks pregnant and my hormones are kicking my butt! I miss running. But so far..Just keeping up with walking daily! I am trying NOT to gain much weight this pregnancy sooo... we shall see. I actually hope to lose a few pounds or maintain my current weight! No gestational diabetes for me this time. Take care. I love reading your running posts.

[Forever Young]

6 mile run today. Di, are you listening to your body. :rolleyes: :rolleyes: :rolleyes: Sorry, and ouch. :( Forever young :cool:

[Naturallynice]

Di, did the chiropractor help at all?

Dogmd, congratulations on your pregnancy!! You make me feel broody! Well, let me loose some weight, complete a marathon, and then, I might announce something!! Yes, daily walks are great, keep it up! How old are you other child(ren)?

No running for me as hubby is away, but I have a new challenge for me, doing the The 28 day Total Body Plan, by Joanna Hall, everyday for 28 days, while keeping my running 3 or more times a week. By the end of the month, I would like to see me running 5 days a week.

Today, 1/28

Esther

[Forever Young]

sauna day, big snowstorm today. :D Forever young :cool: