Join the January Fitness 2008 Rawsolution!

[nfracer]

{{clearing throat and trying to find inspirational words}}

AHEM,

ATTENTION:
2008 is just days away.....Have YOU thought about what improvements you'd like to make in your life? As a raw foodist you have already made positive gains to achieve what I like to strive for and call "optimal health". So, for 2008 why don't you make exercise a part of your lifestyle if you don't already. Think about it. Whether you are 120 pounds or double/triple that figure....your body was meant to move.....Webster's dictionary defines exercise as " activity for the purpose of training or developing the body or mind"..."bodily exertion for the sake of health" There are thousand's of inspirational quotes to get people to begin an exercise routine and soooo many people start out in earnest,,,,and then meander off the path. Make 2008 the year you stay on the path. Make a committment to yourself and your health to do something to improve your fitness level. Be realistic but don't be afraid to "push the envelope" and just do something different.....When I was overweight back in the 90's and signed up for my first marathon (not knowing ANYTHING about it, trust me!!!) I had soooo many naysayers it became a challenge. "Watch me" became my attitude (or badittude!:p ) and to date I have lost 50 lbs, run 12 marathons, 10 half marathons, 1 30 mile bike race, lots of small races, founded and now direct my own annual 10K race, and am aspiring to become a fitness and nutritional consultant. I have "survived" and come back from snapping the neck of my femur requiring "metal hardware" and then subsequently had it removed this past September. I run 50+ miles a week and work full time (teacher) raising 5 children and a husband (yes, I'm still raising him!:rolleyes: ) I get up at 3 a.m. to accomplish my goals.

Please note I am NOT trying to brag about myself by any means I am simply trying to INSPIRE you to make positive changes in your fitness level.
Every month we start a "fitness thread" here on the forum. I, "Di"/nfracer am here to "coach" you along.....My comrades RawFigure, Morn, and Lavendarj are my inspirational partners in crime! They too have equally inspirational stories that they could share here as we begin this new thread and venture into 2008 ((hint hint RF, Morn, and LJ))...

Please think about making a committment to yourself for 2008 and post here and share YOUR story! Maybe YOU will inspire someone else and we'll have the biggest "cyber gym" ever......
So, are you in? I am ready to start a roster! Post YOUR story, sign up and get going!

2008 Fitness Freaks:

nfracer
rawfigure
morn
lavendarj
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[Morn]

I am so in for January! I would like to lose and maintain my last five pounds. This year is about maintainence and toning. I would like to prove that you can lose a lot of weight and have a great toned body without surgery! I figure if I give it another year with eating right and regular exercise the body can do miraculous things!

As soon as I lose all of my weight I would like to add in weight training cause I think this will help with the toning aspect. Plus I am a weakling now and need to add in a little muscle!

[rawkchicster]

pick me, pick me!! I have some "crazy" goals for 2008, but would love rawspiration and support to stick with them.

[BDraw]

I've been waiting on this. And this time I'm really going to do it. (Sh-h, I know I've said that before.)

We moved from MT to TX this fall and I have backslidden. Badly. So watch as I get back up on my horse and head for the sunset.

Goals: ??? 1. 100% RAW (I've done that before and I know I can do it again. I already hear my body thanking me.) 2. EXERCISE -- Rebounder -- daily! (I better set reasonable goals, I'd like to actually achieve them, therefore I'm stopping, if I do more, I can brag.) 3. BIBLE-TIME -- first thing in the morning.

I am so ready. In fact, I have been re-researching to prepare me. I've been re-reading all of my old down-loads and other's post about excercise and success. The tough part for me is reporting in everyday. I'll work on it.

Actually, yesterday I did my first 100% raw in months. I'm proud. Maybe today I'll actually get on the rebounder.

Thanks for the invite (again).

BD

[lavendarJ]

I'm ready to embrace what 2008 has prepared for me!

[crystalmoon]

Im taking a key word & making it my focus for 2008...CONSISTENCY :D
This year is going to be the year I finally stop self sabotage & take a steady regular approach to changing my diet & fitness levels. Im going to wave goodbye to my old all or nothing attitude & negative self talk ;)
I will be setting achievable daily/weekly/monthly goals...no more setting myself up to fail...instead i am setting myself up for success.
Vision boarding & journalling will be tools I will use this year alongside raw vegan foods & exercise.

Week 1
Get to bed by 10pm EVERY night with no exceptions.
Get up at same time in the morning EVERY day.
Use my lightbox EVERY day.
Rebounding EVERY day.
Journalling EVERY day.
Creating my vision board begins this week.

[Conscious Midwife]

Count me in:D

Mommy of five, wife of one
Full Time Ecclectic Home Educator
Part Time Allied Health Instructor (Nights)
Holistic Health Student
RAW Enthusiast;)

Music City Marathon (Run/walk 13mi)- April 2008
Daily Morning Meditation plus Yoga/ Pilates
Daily Training for 1/2 Marathon
Assist hubby in starting his own personal trainer biz
Revisit indoor ice/ roller skating
~Ayesha... because life is A gift:cool:

[StarFire]

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/hidot.gif ... I'm definitely in !!!!!

I've have been lax in this area the last few months and the time has come for the sleeper to awaken... http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/sleep03.gif

stretch my potential --- challenge my goals by surpassing them!!
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/dancing.gif and RAWK THE RAW Superhero WORLD !!

...

[mayla2326]

I am inspired and IN!! Can't wait for the New Year!!:D

My goal is to jog 4-5 mornings out of the week for at least 45 min and on the weekends I will do long walks or cycling with my daughter and our doggies. I will be up by 5 am each morning and asleep by 9:30-10am each night.

[nfracer]

I am so in for January! I would like to lose and maintain my last five pounds. This year is about maintainence and toning. I would like to prove that you can lose a lot of weight and have a great toned body without surgery! I figure if I give it another year with eating right and regular exercise the body can do miraculous things!

As soon as I lose all of my weight I would like to add in weight training cause I think this will help with the toning aspect. Plus I am a weakling now and need to add in a little muscle!

Please do share your story Morn. You will inspire others. This year I really want to reach out to those who think they "can't" exercise due to time constraints, current weight, confidence issues, etc.......We need to let them know they CAN and SHOULD start now. and your story is one to inspire greatness!

[Frugal Raw]

I'm IN!! My goals are to learn to run, and also to do cardio everyday. I am also maintaining 100% rawdom, and manifesting some really great things in my life over the next year!

[missvitreous]

I'm in! My goal is to do some form of exercise every day. Today is cross-country skiing. :cool: It's great weather for it.

[Vivafree2]

Hey - i would like to join - it will take me a while to run but i can walk and swim and bike ( all indoors so far ) need some support. I am round now and sit a lot but i want to change that.
Sleep ( good point) and noooo passive tv for me.
Eat raw ( i have this under control now after december challenge) loosing weight slowly.
Excercise - 3-4 times a week ( looking for some advice how to, what to do)
As i want to be skinny again ( 67 lb to let go) i want to be fit - run and bike and hike again and go dancing :):)

[Morn]

Please do share your story Morn. You will inspire others. This year I really want to reach out to those who think they "can't" exercise due to time constraints, current weight, confidence issues, etc.......We need to let them know they CAN and SHOULD start now. and your story is one to inspire greatness!


As I reflect back to last year I thought I really didn't DO that much! I mean when I compare myself against some of you really serious minded exercise icons like Di and all the miles you ran etc. I am just a normal every day person just trying to get more fit. But then I thought about it a little more. This is what came to mind. For one thing when I started it took everything within me just to commit to doing any kind of exercise. Being up over 200 pounds it was just so difficult physically as well as I felt extremely stressed for time and was trying to figure out how I was going to fit it into my schedule. Then I heard about coach Di's schedule and family with having 5 kids and thought I am no where near as busy as her so if she could do it so can I. Maybe not every day but at least 3 times a week. So that is what I consistently committed to as my mininum. Sometimes I surpassed that and sometimes I just met my goal. But what I realize now is that what ever you set your mind out to do that I need to just DO it. I set goals I guess I thought I could reasonably meet - but to be honest with you for ME those goals as easy as it seems to others were not so easy for me. I had gotten out of any kind of regular exercise routine and hadn't exercised consistently in years so for me it was hard and it was a slow road back to health and being fit. I spent most of my adult married life (15 years) being over 200+ pounds and had given up hope to being thin again. Also for me it is hard to mentally overcome the idea of exercising but I always feel good after I am done. It is a real daily mental battle though. But with consistent exercise and eating right and over a years's time my body started to respond. I am now down 81 1/4 inches off of my body and 95 pounds off since I started eating raw and exercing.

I also chose for this past year to try some new fitness things like rebounding and now love it! I chose to mix up my routine sometimes working out at the gym on machines like the stairmaster which was also new for me - sometimes an aerobics class, swimming, stepping, pilates, yoga, rollerblading, taebo, etc. Now I like to do it all.

So if I can inspire anyone I want to say this "take small steps, set reasonable, obtainable goals and thirdly be consistent and accountable." Being a part of this thread has made all the difference in helping keep me on track. When I think about "not" exercising I think but I have to or else I will have nothing to report back to my friends with. I don't want to let myself down or others! So I thank you all and an even bigger thank you to Di cause she took me under her wing and didn't accept excuses from me in the beginning. You definately have the right balance to be a good coach!

Sorry this was so long but I couldn't answer that in a simple statement.

[simply_michelle]

Hi all. Well, Morn invited me over to this challenge and I have to say I do feel up to it! I feel so much better when I exercise. I was always one to exercise at least an hour a day, if not 2. I desperately NEED and WANT to get back to that. So thank you for inviting me Morn!

I am starting this for New Year's eve. Why wait until the first? My goal is to exercise, of some sort, even if it is just a 15 minute walk, 365 DAYS THIS YEAR! yes, you read that right. As I said, even a 15 minute walk counts as long as it was deliberate exercise. Sounds big, but I dream big :-)

I will NOT let anything hold me back. (that includes you dear devil whispering in my ear "oh, but you are so tired, just hit snooze and go back to sleep bwhahaha" Nope, you ain't gonna win anymore!)

jaf

[Raspberry4]

nfracer - thank you for the pep talk. You are an inspiration for me. I, too have had many challenges in regards to exercise - twisted ankles, partially torn AC ligament in left knee, herniated back discs, arthritis in the spine, and fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. I am NOT complaining! I am just putting this in writing to say that I am so darn determined to do this! I want someone else to be inspired too that if I can do it, so can you. I have written out a 12 week exercise/movement program that will (God willing) include a running/brisk walking training program every other day! I am so excited about this! With all my 'problems' and at 47 1/2 I am feeling like a kid again and that maybe, just maybe, I CAN do this! I am almost in tears writing this (from pure joy). I look forward to committing to all of you and to myself. Good luck on our journey to everyone! :)

[rawfigure]

Needless to say, I am in for Jan.

My 2008 Goal is "Routine". As I look back at 2007 i see that was my biggest obstacle. Lack of sticking to my routine. I let to many things side track me ! I spent 18 years committed to my Training and slacked big time the last 18 mo. I was thinking along that I had a solid enough base from a lifetime of exercise and a little slack would not do much damage. At first no, but in last 6 month I am noticing that while the scales are the same (and my clothes are fitting more loose).the bodyfat ratio is increasing :eek: . So enough..back to the ROUTINE !!

[nfracer]

nfracer - thank you for the pep talk. You are an inspiration for me. I, too have had many challenges in regards to exercise - twisted ankles, partially torn AC ligament in left knee, herniated back discs, arthritis in the spine, and fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. I am NOT complaining! I am just putting this in writing to say that I am so darn determined to do this! I want someone else to be inspired too that if I can do it, so can you. I have written out a 12 week exercise/movement program that will (God willing) include a running/brisk walking training program every other day! I am so excited about this! With all my 'problems' and at 47 1/2 I am feeling like a kid again and that maybe, just maybe, I CAN do this! I am almost in tears writing this (from pure joy). I look forward to committing to all of you and to myself. Good luck on our journey to everyone! :)

:o Thanks,,,,we inspire each other here! That's the fun part! Checking in daily helps!

[nfracer]

Needless to say, I am in for Jan.My 2008 Goal is "Routine". As I look back at 2007 i see that was my biggest obstacle. Lack of sticking to my routine. I let to many things side track me ! I spent 18 years committed to my Training and slacked big time the last 18 mo. I was thinking along that I had a solid enough base from a lifetime of exercise and a little slack would not do much damage. At first no, but in last 6 month I am noticing that while the scales are the same (and my clothes are fitting more loose).the bodyfat ratio is increasing :eek: . So enough..back to the ROUTINE !!Good idea for everyone RF-As women (sorry if there are some men on this thread too,,,as adults I should say!) we tend to keep the status quo and routine going for everyone and everything else often neglecting our own needs and need for consistency and routine.* So routine is a good resolution for everyone!!!!I am starting a new "routine" to get ready for the "things" I am committing to for 2008....The Ottawa Marathon in May (in which I hope to qualify for Boston again:rolleyes: ) and the (Tinman) Tupper Lake (near Lake Placid) Triathlon at the end of June......gulp, I can do it,,,,ahem I WILL DO IT!* For me having a "race" as a goal keeps me to my routine.*

Speaking of reaching for goals....Some of you know I have a 10K race here that I HOST AND AM IN CHARGE OF (aka "race director").... (in northern NY) the first Saturday in August.* Participants can run, walk, cycle, or In-line skate all to benefit neurofibromatosis which my son has....<<hint, hint>>...It would be a great goal to strive for for some of you.....Hmmmmmmmmm, NNY is beautiful in the summer and a nice vacation spot for your entire family.....May be a good goal for some of you and a chance to have a "rawunion"...think about it:confused:

[buffalogal]

Hi Folks!!

I have been reading "Today's Posts" for quite awhile now, but am not very computer savvy, so have never posted anything. I'm going to see how this works. I would really like to do the January exercise challenge. I am going to set reasonable goals for myself because every New Year I make resolutions and never follow through on them. ("Each year I make a list of things that I resolve to do; I'll use that list again this year - it's still as good as new!!!") Anyhow, for the next 30 days, I plan to do 50 situps in the morning before work, bounce on my rebounder at least 200 times and walk on my treadmill for 15 minutes after work and do 10 minutes of yoga or stretching before bed. That's my goal!!! It seems pretty reasonable to me, don't you think!!? I'm going to take it one day at a time and see what happens!!! Now, when you join the challenge, do you have to post every day? If so, I will try. I'm also going to try to do the 30-day raw food challenge too, but that seems a bit more difficult to me. Good luck to all of you who are going to try to start the New Year off on the right foot! Happy New Year - may 2008 bring good health, happiness and prosperity to all of you!!! (Now let's see if I can actually send this!!)

[simply_michelle]

NFRacer,

Hey, we could meet this summer. You will be running in MY town! Not where I am originally from, but where I live now.

jafra

[simply_michelle]

AND TODAY'S EXERCISE IS: DRUM ROLL PULEASE!

this morning, in about 30 minutes i am going to do my one hour jazzercise dvd (includes aerobics and toning)

and this afternoon before my kids friends come over for a mini new year's eve party: 30 minute jazzercise dvd and/or 30 minutes of pilates

now, will i get to do this much exercise every day? probably not. but the days i have time i am going to push that envelope! i wish i lived closer to the gym. my agency i work for gets a corporate rate at the one that is about 40 minutes from where i live. but, after work i have to go get my kids and before work, i have to bring them to school and cannot get them there too early. *sigh* so i cannot go to that gym. there is one in town here... it is a turn key operation. maybe i should look into that one.

what about everyone else? what are YOU going to do to move YOUR body today?

[nfracer]

NFRacer,

Hey, we could meet this summer. You will be running in MY town! Not where I am originally from, but where I live now.

jafra

Where is that? and is buffalogal from buffalo?

[simply_michelle]

tupper lake.
(unfortunately) have lived here about 12 years now.
it is pretty here but BORING. not much for kids to do or adults.
but i do have an awesome church here! and our church volunteers at the tinman every year handing out water and such.

[Raspberry4]

Started my 12 week committment today (why 12 weeks? - 1) it is only 3 months and I feel it will take that time to train my body into my goals 2) I am using the same time frame as body for life ). Anyway...
today I did 40 minutes on the treadmill (5 warm up and cool down) and 30 minutes at 3.5 mph of brisk walking. It went well except my left knee really felt like giving out a bit - worries me a little because 'something' always messes me up with exercise! Have a really good day everyone!:)

[OneBite@aTime]

I'm in, it doesn't sound like much but my goal at first is 20 min on the ellipictal a day everyday this year-and I will add as I adjust.. I'm a full time mother and wife, a daycare provider who works 6-4:30 M-F, and a part time college student who does homework in the evenings after the kids are in bed so that I don't miss out on their day-needless to say I don't get to bed as early as I should - rarely before 11:30 or 12 so....starting out getting up 20 min early will be a struggle, but I know I can adjust and do it! I have a feeling that I'll find the time-and let go of the useless things that currently take up my "free" time.

It's not much - but it's a start!

[justinesmith]

Needless to say, I am in for Jan.

My 2008 Goal is "Routine". As I look back at 2007 i see that was my biggest obstacle. Lack of sticking to my routine. I let to many things side track me ! I spent 18 years committed to my Training and slacked big time the last 18 mo. I was thinking along that I had a solid enough base from a lifetime of exercise and a little slack would not do much damage. At first no, but in last 6 month I am noticing that while the scales are the same (and my clothes are fitting more loose).the bodyfat ratio is increasing :eek: . So enough..back to the ROUTINE !!

I am with you on that one! Time to change old habits and start new ones!! :D

[Rawme]

Wow nfracer,
you are really motivating. After reading your words I couldn't say no to the Fitness 2008 Rawsolution. I would like to run a 10 km race this year. No idea where and when but I will do.
I stopped training and making any kind of sport this year (due to growing raw business and no time (well must have been an excuse)). I went for a walk today and felt great. (Sorry for my english, not really my mother language).

I did Alissa Teacher Training last year in London and am so happy since then. My rawsolutions for this year are:
- Juice feast
- 100% raw
- a "uncooking" book
- 10 km race
- organising a raw event

Quite a lot but I am sure I will reach my goals.
Wish you all a very very happy New Year
Let's rawk together
Rawme
www.rohkoestlich.com
www.rohvolution.eu

[dani_b]

I am excited to finally return to exercise for January. I plan to start January 1st (tomorrow) with a yoga workshop. I plan to do yoga 3 times a week and gymnastics once a week. I also want to do an hour of a light to moderate cardio type activity 4-7 days a week. It has to be something fun..it could be ice skating or a good yoga dvd.
I have found that when exercise is fun, I stick with it. I don't like to go to the gym and lift weights and use the stair climber like it's a chore. It's so easy to make excuses then. My goal is to exercise most days of the week and try to be more active in general.
I used to exercise consistently for at least a whole year, then this past year I haven't done well due to stress and not having any memberships. January is going to finally be my return to exercising again!

[simply_michelle]

ok, nfracer, where is this marathon that you direct? i may be up for walking in it! would give me something to work towards! and i could see if my exbf who i am working things out with may want to run in it (he lives in atlanta but visits here to see me). we could make a weekend out of it! tell us what to do. as long as i can walk cuz i don't do running! but what a great cause. i am a case worker for those who have diseases such as this.

[buffalogal]

Hi! Just wanted to respond to NFRACER...yes, I am from Buffalo, NY. I actually live in the country about 20 miles south of Buffalo in the beautiful little town of Springville. I'm looking forward to this 30-day fitness challenge. Happy New Year to everyone!!

[simply_michelle]

hi buffalo gal! i was born in buffalo. raised in plattsburgh where my parents still live and now live near lake placid. nice to see all these northern new yorkers here! we DEFINITELY have to plan some sort of "raw" get together! :D

[nfracer]

RawFigure, Buffalogal, and jafragirl!* Hey---we are all a stones throw distance from each other!* I am in Dexter which is a small village outside of Watertown by Fort Drum!* Sooooooooooooooooo, my August race better be on your calendar....Morn, you're in Michigan?* We've had racers come from there too....and Chicago?* Hmmmm, how about a vacation LJ?* I will go into more details about the race in my blog when I get a chance and here as well but for now let's get this NEW YEAR FITNESS RAWSOLUTION UNDERWAY!!!!Here is a list of all of you who have "signed up" for the challenge.* Just a few pointers; post your goals in your signature line (edit signature in your user cp) and post as often as you are able!

January Fitness Buffs:


NFracer
Morn
RawFigure
Lavendarj
rawkchicster
BDraw
crystalmoon
lifeAgift
StarFire
mayla2326
AmberStorm
missvitreous
vivafree2
jafragirl
rasberry4
buffalogal
OneBite@aTime
justinesmith
Rawme
daniB
???anyone else?

[Anastazia]

Count me in!
With FM, & how heavy I still am, I'm limited in what I can do for any length of time, but I love whoever's goal that was of doing some form of exercise EVERY day, that's exactly what I need to do!
So that's my main goal...been a bit of slug lately, I confess...

...I have a makeshift home gym of sorts, & I'll be walking when possible...

...Also, as I wrote earlier, I'll be pushing myself extra hard on Tuesdays, when I watch Biggest Loser (that'll be my extra workout day) & will add another day to that as soon as I can handle that & not need to go slower on Wednesdays because of it...

Basically, my goal is to develop {& then increase!} my cardiovascular fitness this year, so that by the summer, I can get out & do things with my daughter (& handle the heat better, couldn't at ALL last summer!) & by the end of the year {or sooner!}, I can exercise an hour straight!!!
WOOOHOOO! CAN'T WEIGHT!!!!!
~Anastazia in Canada~

[Carlsbad]

Count me in! I'm so excited! I joined a gym today that's right on my way home from work. I also signed up for twelve sessions with a personal trainer (merry Christmas to me!) to keep me pushing hard. I was an athlete in college, so I know my way around a gym, but I knew I had a better chance of showing up if I had someone checking on me! Plus, I too have been watching Biggest Loser (and wishing I could tell them to put down the portion controlled turkey and eat RAW!) and I love how motivating those trainers are. I'll keep you guys posted! Woohoo!

[simply_michelle]

Hurray for 2008!
Today's exercise will be:
1 hour of Jazzercise
30 minutes of Jazzercise and 30 minutes of pilates later this afternoon.

and all raw baby!
i do need to buy a juicer and a bigger food processor. eventually i will invest in a dehydrator. but i am doing the best i can with what i have and maybe i can use some tax return money to get some of these things next month.

happy exercising!
nf, let me know more about that race. you can email me at mboyea2@yahoo.com
i'd like to see if anyone from work would like to do it as well.

[rawfigure]

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OF YOU !!

DAY ONE OF OUR FITNESS CHALLENGE :D

It is 10:00 and I am off to take a quick run before lunch company arrives. I went to bed at 4 so I am abit tired. The night before I had insomnia so I am over tired. I NYE I was up "babysitting" the 49 yr old husband and his son (and his not invited by me Friends,) who are all in there mid 20's. I say Babysitting because being the DD for the evening and being wiser than they, & Raw I do not drink up a storm. I put the girlfriends to bed at 2, they were wasted. Sad to see them this way. I wake up and see someone was sick over my balcony..and someonw other than me is cleaning it up. They are pathetic.....
They are all sleeping so I am going to run off my Pissed off attitude. I am thinking of waking my DH before I go to tell him one of our lovely guest was on the balcony and they is broken glass, a spilled can of Red Bull (I think they were drinking it with Vodka) and Puke to clean up on the screen door on the porch under the balcony..and have it done when I get back. :mad:

[Raspberry4]

Happy New Year! Day 2 of training - ran 2 minutes/walked briskly 4 for a total of 40 minutes - 2 2.5 miles. Feel good! Will start the day with almond milk and raw cereal! Cold and blustery out today. Happy first day of 2008 to everyone!:)

[starborne]

I'm joining ya'll too.

I'm going to start off slow this month; committing to 30 min. of exercise daily as a minimum.

See ya at the finish line!

CW 149.5
GW 115

[nfracer]

HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL OF YOU !!

DAY ONE OF OUR FITNESS CHALLENGE :D

It is 10:00 and I am off to take a quick run before lunch company arrives. I went to bed at 4 so I am abit tired. The night before I had insomnia so I am over tired. I NYE I was up "babysitting" the 49 yr old husband and his son (and his not invited by me Friends,) who are all in there mid 20's. I say Babysitting because being the DD for the evening and being wiser than they, & Raw I do not drink up a storm. I put the girlfriends to bed at 2, they were wasted. Sad to see them this way. I wake up and see someone was sick over my balcony..and someonw other than me is cleaning it up. They are pathetic.....
They are all sleeping so I am going to run off my Pissed off attitude. I am thinking of waking my DH before I go to tell him one of our lovely guest was on the balcony and they is broken glass, a spilled can of Red Bull (I think they were drinking it with Vodka) and Puke to clean up on the screen door on the porch under the balcony..and have it done when I get back. :mad:

so sorry to hear all that RF:mad: I would be so mad too....and I've seen your house (in pics!) gorgeous, but probably notsomuch with a smattering of VOMIT!!!....Do you feel better after the run? I do...my problems are on a much smaller scale....I WISH someone other than me in this house was "raw" or at least took an interest in it....I give up! I just did my foirst day of training but feel like the day is over after sleeping in...It's almost 1 and I am just finished showering? Agghh, this is why I get up at 3....Today I am going to bed EARLY so I can get back in psynch with my routine tomorrow! On a good note. RF, I think of you every day when I use the trainer. Thank you so much!!!! I hope everyone is getting their year off to a great fresh start! I am striving for 100% raw all year!!!!
Happy trails friends!;)

[nfracer]

Here is a list of all of you who have "signed up" for the challenge.* Just a few pointers; post your goals in your signature line (edit signature in your user cp) and post as often as you are able!

January Fitness Buffs:



NFracer
Morn
RawFigure
Lavendarj
rawkchicster
BDraw
crystalmoon
lifeAgift
StarFire
mayla2326
AmberStorm
missvitreous
vivafree2
jafragirl
rasberry4
buffalogal
OneBite@aTime
justinesmith
Rawme
daniB
Anastazia
Carlsbad

???anyone else?

Any more takers to our fitness rawsolution??????? Please join us and track your progress!

[starborne]

Yes me,
"Starborne"


Alyssa

[lavendarJ]

Happy New Year Everyone!!!!


I'm so excited about what this new year holds and has to offer. I am determined to dig deeper than ever before. I have listed my goals for the first 15 days. I will tweak this once I include the gym workout again. I would like to train for the half marathon. I need to look it up; I think it is april. I'm not sure that my body will be ready for the challenge.

I've been blessed in this raw journey and I determined to keep that in mind. At the begiining of 2006 I was almost 250...I researched discovered and embarked upon my raw journey in August of 2006 at 213 (though my sister thinks it was 223...I'd have to look at old journals to be sure)...I made it through the first year at 100% raw with some bumps along the way; yet, I toughed it out and had been holding steady at 150. I wanted to get somewhere between 130-140 but then the last few months started doubted everything. One part of me was afraid to lose more weight because I had so much attention on me. I went through a real mind trip (seeing your body go from 16/18's to 8's) because my emotional self has not caught up with my physical self.

Well, I'll just be quiet for now...yacking way too much. I'll save all these lovely revelations for my blog. I had been contemplating whether I was going to return to it (took a hiatus back in october). I am going to start it up again. I stopped fasting during the holidays because my heart just wasn't in it...allowed all the stress from work and school to control me.

But I'm back and more determined than ever to dig DEEP. I'm going to celebrate health and a healthier body by whipping it into shape. I don't want any jiggles in June...

nfracer-
that trip sounds like a great idea....i always thinking about how nice it would be for us to pick a location to get together to meet up at

[CANIBRAW?]

Count me in. I plan on giving the next 30 days my best effort. :)

Daily exercise. 20min.
DVD: 3-4 days/week

[Morn]

Today is filling out the bills day but I hope to squeeze in some exercise. I just got up about 1:30 pm from being up so late in the a.m. from a party we went to. I want to rebound but I keep breaking my rebounder. I have just a cheapy and have to keep sewing it back together practically every time I use it. It is frustrating. I have went through 2 cheapys in less than a year's time. I wore out the first one within a few months time. I need a NEEDAK but with my husband not working that won't be anytime soon. So since I am short on time today I will probably do some other tape. I'll check back in later and let you know.

Hey Di - so cool to hear about your news in teaching a class about raw. How about making Alissa's banana crepes. Those are so beautiful and filling! I would also make some walnut taco meat and have romaine lettuce to wrap them in and some fresh salsa. Raw desserts like a raw cheesecake and raw fudge would also be great. If you show people that eating raw is more than just eating carrot sticks you will gain some attention and interest! That was a huge thing for me when I first started eating raw and realized I could still enjoy and eat desserts like RP's brownies. Maybe you could also do a blender full of your favorite smoothie too!:) Let us know how it goes!

[Energy in abundance]

I'm in!!

Weight 72 Kilos.
Aim to lose at least 10percent of body weight.

Exercise: Everyday apart from Saturday. 15 minute jog, 15 minutes rebounder, one hour callenetics 3 times a week at home.

One hour work out at the gym three times a week to include, Cadio vascular training 20 minutes, weights 40 minutes.

In addition to this I WILL follow a raw food plan for one month.

So that's the plan. Great to have a space to write our intentions.

[nfracer]

So many people I want to respond to.
Firstly, lavendarj-How did you squeak under the radar? I guess I did not realize the transformation you have made! ;) You are awesome and "knowing you" (from the forum anyway:p ) 2008 will be the year you bring your game! Do we get to see pictures of your raw journey too like we have Morn's? I love to view them, they are not only inspiring but......reinforcing I guess for those of us trying to be raw in a cooked world!

Secondly, I would love to make my nny area a reunion area for us northeasterners.....and others from wherever. I am "off" in the summer which makes my life more condusive to entertaining....say the word my cyber friends and I will plan a rawunion....of course I will plan it around the time of my race so that you all can participate in it....(can you say fitness goal?)...Saturday August 2, 2008 will be the magic day this year and our first time hosting it as "NF R.A.C.E.R.S." rather than strictly theChildren's Tumor Foundation but I'll describe that more in my blog......what do you say ladies? Hey, Alissa lives in Mass. maybe we can get her to come too!!!! You can make it as inexpensive a vacation as you need to. We own a boat marina so boats or tents even are welcome (who needs a hotel?).....Sorry I am rambling but I am excited to ponder such a thing.

RawFigure, you almost came in '07 (to the race) so I know you'll load up the Baja and come on over....I promise not to vomit on your balcony.... ever.....!!!
OK, enough about the reunion (aka rawunion) I also want to give a shout out to Morn. Happy New Year! Is your rebounder one of those small circular ones like kids use? Do you have a picture? I may be able to scrounge one up for you....I have my connections you know;)
Also, welcome back workout buddies that have "been to our gym" before and those who are new too! This is going to be a great '08!!!!! Get psyched and get going....I am going to look for some coaching words of wisdom to get everyone going here...."I'll be back" (as arnold s. would say!!!:eek: )

BTW-here are the fitness buffs for '08!!!

January Fitness Buffs:


NFracer
Morn
RawFigure
Lavendarj
rawkchicster
BDraw
crystalmoon
lifeAgift
StarFire
mayla2326
AmberStorm
missvitreous
vivafree2
jafragirl
rasberry4
buffalogal
OneBite@aTime
justinesmith
Rawme
daniB
Anastazia
Carlsbad
energy in abundance
stina
Maui Butterfly

???anyone else?

[nfracer]

O.K.,,,,,,,drum roll....In true coaching fashion I give you some quotes of inspiration for January...... I could not decide on just one so thought I'd list several and YOU can decide which one speaks to you! I found the "perfect" one for me and plugged it into my signature line (suits me doesn't it?)

Find one that suits you and plug it into your sig. line if you want to! or right it on an index card placed in a prominent location....whatever works for you!

{{here goes}}...

Fall seven times, stand up eight.
- Japanese proverb

Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.
- T.S. Eliot

Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.
- Andre Gide

Only he who can see the invisible can do the impossible.
- Frank L. Gaines

Nothing will work unless you do.
- John Wooden

The difference between the impossible and the possible lies in a person's determination.
- Tommy Lasorda

and my personal favorites:

"Every morning in Africa, a gazelle wakes up. It knows it must outrun the fastest lion or it will be killed. Every morning in Africa, a lion wakes up. It knows it must run faster than the slowest gazelle, or it will starve. It doesn't matter whether you're a lion or gazelle - when the sun comes up, you'd better be running."

Take care of your body. It's the only place you have to live.;)
-unknown

[justinesmith]

Well, I did it...... I am officially on the wagon! I am going to an informational meeting the end of Jan. to attempt a triathalon. http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj45/justinesmith_2007/emot20.gif

Can a former skinny, now rather lumpy cooked food addicted girl do it?!? OF COURSE!! Ya HOOOOOO!!!

[Stina]

Oh, golly, dragging my feet......... actually, this thread really helped me before to be more diligent with exercise, so I'm jumping in.

I'm going easy on myself and starting off with only half-hour a day to get started. That's feasible for me 'til I build up some momentum for more gumption.

I'm already good today. I had a wonderful walk with my dog up, up, up a hill around a lake in beautiful Oregon.


Thanks for the inspiration!

[maui_butterfly]

i'm in. all i had to do was read NFracer's posts, and i was ready to get up from my desk at work and run a marathon!

i will be employing raw foods, ashtanga yoga, kettlebells, my beloved fitball, bodyweight exercises, youtube vids, and anything else i can think of and enjoy to sculpt my body beautiful in 2008.

i'm 37 years old, a busy working mom, partners in a concierge business, and i work 60+hours per week NOT INCLUDING time spent parenting my fabulously energetic 4 year old daughter. i am 5'10 started 2007 as a size 16-pushing-18, found raw in july, started exercising fairly consistently in september, and ended 2007 a size 10--back in my pre-pregnancy jeans and with the beginnings of (gasp) abdominal definition.

i am going for it big time in 2008!

my goals: bikini-fit, size 8 or less, toned, strong-flexible-active-healthy, and NO MORE SISSY PUSHUPS, damnit!!!!

[Carlsbad]

My goals for this January challenge:

1. Walk my dog every day, even if it's just for fifteen minutes.
2. Go to the gym every day but Sunday.

I'm so thankful that this thread is here to support me!

[nfracer]

Well, I did it...... I am officially on the wagon! I am going to an informational meeting the end of Jan. to attempt a triathalon. http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj45/justinesmith_2007/emot20.gif

Can a former skinny, now rather lumpy cooked food addicted girl do it?!? OF COURSE!! Ya HOOOOOO!!!
where's your triathlon?
Good luck! What are you doing for a training schedule? I just devised my January schedule to see how it goes.....may need to change it as I go???? triathlon butts don't jiggle so you'll be a rock sooooon!:D

[Sunluvva]

Hi there

NF, add me to the list please.

I had a rotton december with lots of migranes and then a flu type bug followed by an indulgent christmas but i did have lots of fruit and green smoothies throughout.

I had 2 weeks of no exercise at all but am now back on track running and have entered the Shakespere Marathon on 27th April so need to get up to speed quickly. My master plan to achieve this includes 3 things:

1 - Good quality training runs
2 - Green smoothies
3 - Wheatgrass Juice

My initial aims for this year are:

Increase the raw % of my diet to at least 80%
Run 5 times per week plus 2 x-training activities with 1 or 2 rest days
Write down my goals and go for them - small ones like getting up at a regular time in the morning, growing more of my own veggies and just not wasting my days.
Continue not drinking alcohol (2.5 months now)
GIVE UP SMOKING
Do something to stimulate my brain EVERY day - improve my spanish/french, take up a new hobby etc.

I always think that a healthy mind and healthy body go together, one seems to stimulate the other. So far the healthy body is more advanced than the healthy mind so I need to address that :)

Have a healthy happy 2008 everyone, Denise

[rawfigure]

Morn..what an awesome year for you !
Lavender...you also made some great progress last year and I like the Fitness goals for Jan.
Di....I came back from my run, did some gym work and the boys cleaned my screen. I was gracious but firm that it is not acceptable to come stay, bring friends, than act so irresponsible, they hung their heads in appropriate shame.
Also YES I want to come this year..I need to know the date as soon as you know it so I can get it on the Calander. I mentioned a few time to DH that we need to take the Baja on a road trip to your Marina ! :D

Well I am calling it a night early...movie and Bed...;)

[fitme]

Count me in! I have always been pretty good about exercise, consistent 5-6 days a week. I completed my first sprint triahtlon in October and was so proud of myself. My goal for 2008 is to complete 3-4 triathlons this year and do better each time (I'm not the fastest swimmer, biker, or runner!) And to look and FEEL better while doing them....I know at 40-50 # lighter, I have to feel better ! It is all about comitting to time for yourself!....and sometimes the only time availbale is 5:30 am! LEt's go!

SW 198
GW 150

[JenniferSal]

Hi! I'm new here but have been trying to get my hands on any and all information about raw eating that I can in the past few weeks. I have been dabbling a little in the way of life for a few months now, but i guess i had been too chicken to give it a true chance. I am finally ready! I also am trying to commit myself to a daily fitness routine. So i think you guys would be the best motivation for me! :) So if its possible, could you please add me to the list as well?

My goals are: I plan to eat raw, 100% for the next 30 days (that's my way of cheating my brain into thinking its temporary when in fact i really want to make this a lifestyle change FOREVER!!) and plan to do at least an hour of some form of exercise every day. I usually do Amy Bento or old The Firm tapes mixed with Tae Bo and Turbo Jam but have recently discovered Kettlebell training and am so hooked on it that i'll definitely be fitting that in somewhere too!

OK i could type forever here but figure one step at a time! I'm looking forward to being a regular participant here! Happy New Raw Year to all!

Jen

[maui_butterfly]

I usually do Amy Bento or old The Firm tapes mixed with Tae Bo and Turbo Jam but have recently discovered Kettlebell training and am so hooked on it that i'll definitely be fitting that in somewhere too!

yay, another raw food eatin' kettlebell swingin' girl named jen! that makes two of us! see you around the boards... :)

[Morn]

NFracer - I emailed you a picture of my old rebounder. I think they are all the same standard size.

Rawfigure - thanks

[Morn]

today's exercise: 30 minutes of rebounding and abs

[nfracer]

fitme & JenniferSal-Welcome to the cyber gym, the only FREE gym you can join ANYTIME! and your only "dues" are to post your workouts and any thoughts that go along with them....kind of a counseling gym cafe!!!! Please do check in daily as it helps tremendously....we are all "workout buddies" from different time zones! (one way to unite the world right? :) ) Welcome abboard. I am up for my first "trainer ride" of the NY- I think the trainer is a lot "harder/different" than cycling outside but what doesn't kill us makes us stronger right? Have a great day! ((my first day back to the school grind since the holidays-woe is me:eek: ))

RF-the race is always the first Saturday in August...This year it's 8/2!!! Mark your calendar! ((that goes for everyone!!!)) Here is a "pasted" copy of the info. Add it to your "schedule"

Pillar Point 10K Race the Lake for Research
CYCLE! IN-LINE SKATE! RUN! WALK!
Saturday August 2, 2008
9:00 a.m.
Start & finish at Kitto’s Marina-Pillar Point, New York
POST RACE PICNIC/PARTY WITH FOOD, ENTERTAINMENT & BEVERAGES FOR ALL!
RACE PACKETS CAN BE PICKED UP ON RACE DAY MORNING BEGINNING AT 7:30 A.M.
For more information visit our website: N/A E-mail: nfmama@twcny.rr.com
Race Directors- Diantha Kitto Velasquez/Kim Fletcher - call Kitto’s Marina (315) 639-6043

[nfracer]

updated 1/2/08

January Fitness Buffs:




NFracer
Morn
RawFigure
Lavendarj
rawkchicster
BDraw
crystalmoon
lifeAgift
StarFire
mayla2326
AmberStorm
missvitreous
vivafree2
jafragirl
rasberry4
buffalogal
OneBite@aTime
justinesmith
Rawme
daniB
Anastazia
Carlsbad
energy in abundance
stina
Maui Butterfly
fitme
JenniferSal
???anyone else?

[BDraw]

My Jan 1 workout -- 30 minutes rebounder. And that is with a tummy ache. . .I watched the clock continuously, but I did it -- the whole 30 minutes, which right now, says a lot for me.

It was weird, I was committed to start exercising and doing 100&#37; raw (which I'm proud to say, I've done three days in a row now), but I was putting off the exercise (pure laziness), then last night about 8pm I realized it was Jan 1st. and I had to get busy! So I did.

Now it is Jan 2nd and way too early for me to be up, but I can not sleep. I don't like this, I'd prefer my nice warm bed to this cold computer chair. My hands tend to freeze while typing and mousing.

Anyway, Good Morning to the world. Happy Day!
Do What You Gotta Do to Keep Your Commitment Good.

[fitme]

One hour of Yoga this morning for athletes! Probably more later..a swim and bike? Have a good day!

[justinesmith]

Day 2 Whoo Hoooo!! Plan for today is to try to get to the gym for a spinning class which I've always wanted to do. If the littles permit ~ we will go this afternoon. If not, I'll wait for dh to get home and go into the basement for either a Firm tape or treadmill/total gym combo again. Last time I did the Firm I was so sore the next day (but I think that is because I ate cooked :o ) So, since I'm going to be 30 days raw (at least) soreness shouldn't be an issue.
http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj45/justinesmith_2007/hongkongphooey.jpg

I'll be kickboxing too...... :D

[simply_michelle]

well,i cannot lie. day 1 did not go as well as i had all planned out. but it was not as bad as i have been lately. i ended up with a killer migraine and did not do any more exercise than about an hour of shoveling really heavy ice filled snow. i did great with eating all day til dinner. after taking a nap i woke up groggy and hungry and ate the wrong stuff. but i am NOT giving up. this is day 2 and i am going to do this. i have to.

i need to remember what i hope to accomplish here:
get to goal weight so i can rid myself of back and leg pain from carrying around this darn weight
stop being so tired all of the time
get my borderline cholesterol down
set a good example for my children

the list goes on and on

i am not giving up.

so i figure, doing things in "30" day clumps, that mine will begin today through feb 1st then feb 2nd through... you get the picture.
when i post my exercise i am going to post my food as well if that is ok. i really want to post on THIS thread but don't really have time to post on this one plus another one for my food,etc.. So i will stay right here if that is ok.

i will be back at the end of today with how my day went.
thank you!

[janeymack]

I'd like to join in! I went snowshoeing yesterday for an hour. Today i'll go running on the treadmill and do a yoga video.

[crystalmoon]

Hi everyone, my detox has begun with nasty headache & mucous head cold yukkiness!!! No exercise for jan 1st unless sneezing continually for hours counts LOL, spent almost whole day in bed feeling really ill & sleeping loads. Today Ive only managed a brief walk but tomorrow I hope to be feeling stronger & plan to go on a really long walk in the fresh air.....it is sunny here at the moment but snow is due so i need to get a long walk in before the bad weather comes.

[nfracer]

well,i cannot lie. day 1 did not go as well as i had all planned out. but it was not as bad as i have been lately. i ended up with a killer migraine and did not do any more exercise than about an hour of shoveling really heavy ice filled snow. i did great with eating all day til dinner. after taking a nap i woke up groggy and hungry and ate the wrong stuff. but i am NOT giving up. this is day 2 and i am going to do this. i have to.

i need to remember what i hope to accomplish here:
get to goal weight so i can rid myself of back and leg pain from carrying around this darn weight
stop being so tired all of the time
get my borderline cholesterol down
set a good example for my children

the list goes on and on

i am not giving up.

so i figure, doing things in "30" day clumps, that mine will begin today through feb 1st then feb 2nd through... you get the picture.
when i post my exercise i am going to post my food as well if that is ok. i really want to post on THIS thread but don't really have time to post on this one plus another one for my food,etc.. So i will stay right here if that is ok.

i will be back at the end of today with how my day went.
thank you!

We are here for you! Post away!

Many of us have been raw for a couple of years and it takes a lot of trial and error to make it a habit (believe ME!!!) so just take each day, each meal each exercise session as a chance to gain optimal health. That's really what it's all about. Being raw and "in shape" is a process to be seen as a whole. Even if you skip a workout or eat the wrong thing, when you look at the "big picture" is your health better off now than before? Yes, that's what we are striving for---optimal health baby! Good luck and have a great day!

[Carlsbad]

January 1st exercise: 30 minutes on the elliptical machine at the gym
40 minute walk with my dog

I was clearing out an old journal to reuse, and I had written in an elliptical workout from December of 2006. Since then, my rate of strides per minute has more than doubled! And that is without really exercising (other than walking and the occasional DVD workout) for over a year! I was floored. Amazing what raw can do! The workout felt great, and I was smiling the whole way through. Can it be that I might actually use this gym membership? Yes!!

[Raspberry4]

Did 30 minutes of brisk walking on the treadmill (up to 3.5 miles per hour) + 5 warm up and cool down = 40 minutes/ 2.13 miles. I am getting this darned pain in my right upper quadrant with exercise lately. It is ALWAYS something! I really don't understand it but at least I keep going (like the energizer bunny???). Anway...day number 2 of my training plan. Feels real good to be able to move again - alot better now since I released 50 pounds. Have 20 more to let go. Have a great day everyone!:)

[lavendarJ]

well,i cannot lie. day 1 did not go as well as i had all planned out. but it was not as bad as i have been lately. i ended up with a killer migraine and did not do any more exercise than about an hour of shoveling really heavy ice filled snow.

Excuse me, did I read that correctly, an HOUR of shoveling snow... let me tell you got an itense cardio and strength workout yesterday....that snow is no joke..... might not be the workout you planned but it was indeed a workout:)

[lavendarJ]

It's tae bo boot camp day today; not sure I'm feelin' Billy today but oh well, unless I can come up with something else to post here, it's me and Billy.

nfracer - thanks for the kind words; I hope to post some pictures... I have never liked pictures but I guess I need to get over it and have my twin bro take some (photographer)....

I just want to say HELLO to everyone. I know there are a lot of people on here that I might have missed. I'll have to make sure I'm posting daily; I can see there's going to be lot of inspiration here as we RAWK into this new year...

[maui_butterfly]

good mornings 20@26lbs
halos 5/side@26lbs
two hand swings 100@26lbs
one armed deadlifts 10/side@26lbs
fitball crunches 50
box squats 10/side@15lbs
pushups 10
cleans 5/side@26lbs
clean & press 5/side@26lbs
turkish getups 5/side@15lbs
windmills 10/side@15lbs
plank upright rows 10/side@10lbs
one hand swings 50/side@26lbs
fitball pass 10
high pulls 10/side@26lbs
stretching

[Sunluvva]

Hi

Went for a nice run today, just less than 5 miles. Same as Crystalmoon, were wating for the snow to arrive tonight here in the UK and have a forecast of -17 deg so needed to get out there while i could. Hopefully it wont last long I cant stand the cold.

[summer12]

Count me in. I'm following a Non-Runner's Marathon Trainer. I bought this book 2 years ago and I'm going to do it this year. A 16 week program. I'm scared and excited at the same time. Will I run a marathon after I'm done with training?? I don't know. The little devil on my shoulder tried for 2 hours today not to let me run, but I did. Also I will be doing Yoga 3-4 times a week and weight training 2x a week. Ran 3 miles on Monday and 4 today.

[starborne]

NRacer - please add me to your list ... "Starborne"

Yesterday I did some gentle bouncing on my rebounder of about an hr. with a few floor exercises. I also ordered a workout book and intend to join a gym within the next few weeks.

Today I *was* going for a walk, but for me it's too darn cold (26 degrees plus windchill factor), so it will be back on the rebounder again.

Happy New Year everyone and here's to our health.

[StarFire]

whoooops.... http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/blush-2.gif ... right off the bat and I've missed roll call todays in a row!! (GASP!) sorry!!

okay - yesterday was day one of january -- starting off with a confession already -- I slept ALL DAY... literally - well - mostly ALL DAY. I'm not sure what was going on with my body - but I was sooo exhausted that while I had the time to indulge - I decided to just give my body what it wanted and that was sleep...

I did get up and fix some staples - onion bread, eggless egg salad - then went back to sleep... (very unlike me btw.)

Day numba 2 -- I set the alarm to get started early -- only to find it raining so I couldn't walk. It's clear now - so if the weather holds I will do my walking when I get off work this evening. (I do prefer walking first thing in the morning - but -- I will do it tonight ... cuz welll.... I got ya'll checkin in on me!!)

okay... I'll check in tonight ...

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/situps.gif

[rawfigure]

RF-the race is always the first Saturday in August...This year it's 8/2!!! Mark your calendar! ((that goes for everyone!!!)) Here is a "pasted" copy of the info. Add it to your "schedule"

[B]Pillar Point 10K Race the Lake for Research
CYCLE! IN-LINE SKATE! RUN! WALK!
Saturday August 2, 2008
9:00 a.m.
Start & finish at Kitto’s Marina-Pillar Point, New York
POST RACE PICNIC/PARTY WITH FOOD, ENTERTAINMENT & BEVERAGES FOR ALL!
RACE PACKETS CAN BE PICKED UP ON RACE DAY MORNING BEGINNING AT 7:30 A.M.
For more information visit our website: N/A E-mail: nfmama@twcny.rr.com
Race Directors- Diantha Kitto Velasquez/Kim Fletcher - call Kitto’s Marina (315) 639-6043


:D I put it on my schedule and my DH's too. We may want to do a long week end if we are going to haul the boat. We'll keep in touch on that !

I am so beat from 2 nights of no sleep, then last night I thought I would drop but at 12:30 AM I got up and took Valarian Root to sleep ! YAWN !!! I am fasting so that probably is intensifing my exhasution.

[lavendarJ]

There is a half marathon in our area April 6 at 7 a.m.

I wonder if a total beginner who doesn't even like to run can do this. I wonder if I still have enough time to train.....

What do you think nfracer and all the other daily runners?

[OneBite@aTime]

2 for 2, didn't want to-but I did......that's all that matters!

[starborne]

Did 30 min. of gentle bouncing on the rebounder at 8:00 pm. I've had some heart palpatations for a couple of weeks now and it started up again tonight so I didn't wish to push too hard. Still, I didn't want to NOT do something.

I'm guessing the palpatations are from detoxing from coffee.

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: 30 minutes of rebounding and abs

Starborne - take it easy and if it doesn't stop please see a doctor! We want you to be safe, healthy and happy! and most importantly with us!

[Carlsbad]

Day two and I went to the gym again! This is awesome! I didn't really feel like going, but I did. Did 25 minutes on the elliptical and then 6 minutes on the erg. It felt good to be rowing again, though 6 minutes was plenty! The elliptical was not as joyous as yesterday; my calves were really sore, and I had a lot less energy on 5 hours of sleep than I did on 11! But I'm so proud of myself for going! It was way more crowded than yesterday, but there were still plenty of machines available, so that's a really good sign. I go at one of the busiest times of the day, and if I was gonna have to stand around and wait for a free spot, it wasn't going to work. I still haven't ventured into the weight machines yet, but I'm planning to do an upper body circuit tomorrow because I think my legs will be really sore. When I got home I walked my dog for 40 minutes, and I am now crashed out on the couch. But yay me!

[BDraw]

Day 2 and again I put off the exercise until the last thing to do for the day -- but I did it. And that's what counts. Today was 45 minutes with balance ball/yoga DVD. Now, hope I can sleep!

[StarFire]

ugghh... I worked till past dark -- and I live in a very rural area -- no street lights so -- I cannot walk in the dark. So instead I walked up and down the neighbors stairs (they thought I was nuts - actually came outside to see if I needed anything -- heheheheeee!!!) :D

so -- I'm not sure how many steps that is - I should'a counted - but he lives in a very tall warehouse - top floor so -- I walked up and down -- up and down... whew... I really didn't think it would be that tiring!! I counted up and down as one trip -- and I did it 10 times... not sure how smart that was cuz now my knees hurt!! :eek:

I'm gunna be taking an epsom salt bath b4 I go to bed - so I'm sure I'll be fine tomorrow! Hopefully it won't be raining so that I can walk early in the morning. It has to be timed just right... Early enough so that there is enough light that any cars can see me (no sidewalks) -- and I can still get home in time to shower and get to work --- But not tooo early so I miss the wild boars roaming around (they are very big, scary and dangerous -- they have HUGE TUSKS! :eek: ) and they feed on the wild fruit and macadamia nuts just after sunrise (which is when I like to walk!)

okay... yipppeee!! I'm a good girl! http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/36_1_33.gif

[crystalmoon]

Hi everyone, my detox has moved to my skin...woke up covered in red blotches with flare up of psoriosis too :eek: very attractive....NOT! But the good news is my head feels much clearer so Ive done my 30 minutes rebounding & am looking forward to a long walk today before the really bad weather hits.
Love & light to you all xxxx

[nfracer]

WOW! See what happens when I step away from the laptop! So many replies and I really need to get my freezing cold butt on the TM this a.m. yes, freezing even inside with the heat cranked as it is -2 degrees (F) outside and who knows what the wind chill is :confused: but even my malamute (196 pounds) wants to be in! Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr....so I have updated the roster again and hope everyone is well underway with their resolutions....we are all in this together so share your saga, but get your butt going! Sorry for the crassness, it's early. I will post more later but need to run as I am 1/2 hour behind schedule......maybe we will have a "delay" at school due to the bitter temps? one can only hope! Am I allowed to PRAY for that :rolleyes: ok, whatever will be will be!

January Fitness Rawsolutionists!

NFracer
Morn
RawFigure
Lavendarj
rawkchicster
BDraw
crystalmoon
lifeAgift
StarFire
mayla2326
AmberStorm
missvitreous
vivafree2
jafragirl
rasberry4
buffalogal
OneBite@aTime
justinesmith
Rawme
daniB
Anastazia
Carlsbad
energy in abundance
stina
Maui Butterfly
fitme
JenniferSal
Summer12
Starbourne


p.s. I am impressed with what I've seen so far! Let's keep it going!

[buffalogal]

Just wanted to check in and say "so far, so good". Sometimes I set my goals too high and then get frustrated when I don't follow through. This year I set reasonable goals for myself and so far, I've followed through on them.....50 sit ups in the morning before work, 500 bounces on my rebounder and 15 minutes on the treadmill after work and 10 minutes of stretching or yoga before bed. At least it's a start. I'm hoping to increase everything as time goes on. Good luck to all of you, too!!! Have a good day!!;)

[Raspberry4]

Good morning everyone! Plan is to get onto the running part of my training today on the treadmill. Will see how it goes - my right side is still pretty sore. Have a good day today! :)

[nfracer]

correction...It's minus 12 degrees with a wind chill of minus 18!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I like snow but THIS is ridiculous.....did not have a good run but "I did the time!" check in later...

[summer12]

Did 4 miles yesterday. Planning on doing 3 miles today and 5 miles this weekend. Also going to yoga today. :) Feeling great.
OMG Star! I had nooo idea that there are wild boars in Hawaii. You be careful girl.

[Frugal Raw]

Oooooooooooooppps! I forgot to be checking in each day! YIKES!!!! Okay, so I am in the learning how to run phase, and incorporating some cardio as well. The first two days, I have slow run/walked for 20 minutes, and done 8 minutes of Tai Bo. Right NOW, I am about to see how far I can get through the only other Tae Bo tape I have currently...the "Advanced" level! EEEEEK!!! This afternoon, I still plan on getting out and doing my run/walk session...prollay around 3pm. Oh - and yes, still 100% raw, too!

[beppa66]

Ok, a few days late...but I'm joining the challenge to help get me back on the fitness trail.

Going to the gym today for a good sweat.

Woo-hoo!!!

[rawfigure]

DAY 1 - 30 min mix of cardio and weight circuits
DAY 2 - OFF
DAY 3 - 35 min mix of cardio and weight circuits

[maui_butterfly]

warm up: jump rope (1 min jumping, 90 sec rest x 5)

tabata* drill - these freakin' hurt! (in a good way!)
(20sec high intensity/10sec rest x8)
i cycled through these 4 exercises 2x each (for total of 8 sets)

kettlebell squat thrusters 20lbs
fitball squats
fitball hip lifts
kettlebell overhead swings 26lbs


fitball woodchoppers 15x/side
fitball crunches 50
stretching

* Tabata drills are a conditioning protocol developed by Japanese researcher Dr. Izumi Tabata. His studies showed that performing 20 seconds of max effort (100&#37; work level) followed by 10 seconds of rest, repeated 8 times was an extremely productive method for increasing both aerobic and anaerobic fitness. In a six week study of athletes, these intervals done 5 days per week increased aerobic capacity by 14 percent and anaerobic capacity by 28 percent, the highest rate of increase ever reported in exercise science. This is with only 20 minutes of exercise a day including a 10 min warmup and 5 minute cool down. http://www.cbass.com/FATBURN.HTM

[spiralgirl]

maui_butterfly,

Cool I'm only 1 pound more than you at 160 and started at 199 back in June.

To Everyone else here:

I too want to join this exercise Rawsolution too. A couple of years ago well pretty much for years I've been into exercising but the last 7 and half months of raw I've been on and off. I'll get going for a few weeks and then stop so started Jan 1st again.

Jan 1-30 minutes on elliptical
Jan 2-walked for four hours downtown, 30 minutes on elliptical
Jan 3-30 minutes elliptical, 30 minutes kickboxing, 30 minutes total trainer machine (you use your own body as weight and do strength training

nfracer,

I'm blown away by what you do. I'm a teacher on call and can't imagine teaching full time, being married and raising kids and fitting in a workout. Nor can I fathom waking up when you do. You are an inspiration.

[fitme]

Okay, maybe not QUITE that cold, but NOT what I'm used to here in Florida! Yesterday I added a 30 min jog on the treadmill and then 40 minutes on the bike to my yoga. Today, although I REALLY didn't want to, I went and swam (outside, heated pool...which is fine if you are swimming under water!) for 40 minutes...and then had to sit in the sauna for 10 minutes to warm up again....BRRRRR. Everyone is doing great!

[nfracer]

DAY 1 - 30 min mix of cardio and weight circuits
DAY 2 - OFF
DAY 3 - 35 min mix of cardio and weight circuits

Ummm, RF......check your sig. line....I hope you are not going to get down to 12 pounds as a goal weight! ;)

[nfracer]

January Fitness Rawsolutionists!


NFracer
Morn
RawFigure
Lavendarj
rawkchicster
BDraw
crystalmoon
lifeAgift
StarFire
mayla2326
AmberStorm
missvitreous
vivafree2
jafragirl
rasberry4
buffalogal
OneBite@aTime
justinesmith
Rawme
daniB
Anastazia
Carlsbad
energy in abundance
stina
Maui Butterfly
fitme
JenniferSal
Summer12
Starbourne
spiralgirl
beppa66

This is a pretty decent sized fitness group! I am soooo excited! Let's keep it going PLEASE! Is everyone doing ok? any problems? I just heard/learned that you need to do something consistently at least 30x for it to become habit and actually wired into your brain. That being said, make exercise a time habit first and then worry about "what" you're doing once it's a well established habit. So, like I began years ago ('99) start by walking for x # minutes-say 30....then throw in some jogging here and there,,,then after your "habit" is formed increase your time and activity level gradually.....If you have specific questions or problems and want to e-mail me you can...But, we're all "friends" here so any question you may have is probably something someone else wants to know too! Happy workouts!
After school today I took my frozen butt to the gym and swam (as scheduled!!!) my mile! The pool was fine, the outside air...bitter!

[nfracer]

Did 4 miles yesterday. Planning on doing 3 miles today and 5 miles this weekend. Also going to yoga today. :) Feeling great.
OMG Star! I had nooo idea that there are wild boars in Hawaii. You be careful girl.

:p Good job with the running! Keep it up and it'll be a habit!
Yeah, StarFire??? Wild boars? I guess -12 degrees isn't so bad after all, no boars here!!!!! "bores" maybe but nothing chasing us through tropical vegetation that's for sure. When are we all going to Hawaii for a reunion! StarFire- get on that! ;)

Morn-did you get your rebounder repaired? We should open up a "barter thread" I am sure some of you/us would love to trade off on items they don't use....:confused: Hmmm, any ideas?

[nfracer]

Count me in! I have always been pretty good about exercise, consistent 5-6 days a week. I completed my first sprint triahtlon in October and was so proud of myself. My goal for 2008 is to complete 3-4 triathlons this year and do better each time (I'm not the fastest swimmer, biker, or runner!) And to look and FEEL better while doing them....I know at 40-50 # lighter, I have to feel better ! It is all about comitting to time for yourself!....and sometimes the only time availbale is 5:30 am! LEt's go!

SW 198
GW 150

OK, we need to talk...when and where are your upcoming triathlons and how is your training? I love my trainer (thanks RF;) ) but it drives me nuts to not know the distance, etc....How long do you train for? I am currently alternating daily between running and the bike + swimming 3X week....tough to do when so cold but it's gotta be done!

[lavendarJ]

Hey Hey Hey

So far I have done 20 minutes of intense cardio and strenth. I don't know about the half marathon in April...I'd like to try. I am cleansing right now...so my calorie intake is limited but I think it's important for me to build my strengtrh anyway. I'm changing my goals for the first 15 days. For my cardio, I switched from tae bo to doing some other things and for strength I'm sticking with the barbells, medicine ball, stability ball and body bar. Newly tweaked goals in my signature. Oh, I'm keeping the pilates. I never knew how hard jumping over a box could be. I'm hoping that by changing my exercises I will build strength and stamina and can continue on from there to start training for the half marathon. I will be disappointed if I am not able to do this in April...I'm not a runner but for some reason I want to challenge myself just to see if I've got the stuff for this.....

Keep it RAWKIN'

[StarFire]

Yep nfracer.... 300 pound wild boars with tusks!! :eek:
I of course learned the 'hard way' when not to walk and when to walk!!!

scared the beee-jezus out of me http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/hangin.gif ... thing was so huge in the pre-dawn light I thought it was a small cow!!! aaaccckkk!!!

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/RainUmbrella.gif okay -- so we've got monsooon rain again today... ... I don't think my knees will take the neighbors stairs... maybe I'll see if my neighbor has any exercise dvds....

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s43/FireStar_830/28_2_6v.gif .... if nothing else I'll march in place or SOMETHING!! I seriously gotta get a rebounder!!! sigh....

[OneBite@aTime]

I've done 3 of 3 day-yea for me!

[fitme]

I am planning on doing my triathlons in the Sarasota and St Petersburg Fl area. ...my back yard. There are 2 in Ft Desoto, FL one in aug and another in October and then 2 more on Siesta Key beach (sarasota) one in June and then the other I think in September. These are all sprint tri's .25-.6 mile swim, 10-14mile bike and 3-4 mile run. I don't think I'm ready for the longer distances yet......

As far as my training schedule.... I usually bike(45-75min) and run (20-40 min) 2 days a week; weight train and swim (30-45 min) 2 days a week, and then I usually bike and or run an additional day of the week. And then I do an hour of yoga 3 days a week....and that really makes a difference for me to making it through the next workout. And then I actually rest for 1 full day.

The training book that I used was "Triathlon training in 4 hours a week From beginner to Finish line in just 6 weeks" by Eric Harr. It was very do-able for me and my schedule. And I really geared my training in just 6 weeks before the event, so it is possible for the sprint distances.

They are fun and I did feel like I had accomplished A LOT! I can see how you would want to do more!

Happy traithlon training....even in that cold NY weather!

[crystalmoon]

Hi everyone. It started to snow as soon as I stepped out my door yesterday
:( so i went back inside.......but a little voice in my head (the new fit raw me) told me to get my butt out there anyway ;) so I did!
I walked to my local train station, got on the first train that came in & got off at a place I dont know & explored....it made it alot of fun & I really enjoyed my 5 hours walking even though the weather was awful :D

Today will be rebounder only then tomorrow when I have a kid free day Im going to the gym/swimming pool...I havent been for 2 months cos of all the detox/sickness I went through, then the kids got ill, then it was Christmas etc, etc. Ive really missed it & I cant wait for all the kids to get back to school at the end of next week so I can start my regular gym visits & aqua aerobics again ;)

[rawfigure]

Ummm, RF......check your sig. line....I hope you are not going to get down to 12 pounds as a goal weight! ;)


:p :p :p thats funny. I fixed it. Thanks....

[summer12]

[QUOTE=nfracer;371829]:p When are we all going to Hawaii for a reunion! StarFire- get on that! ;)

Yeah when are we going????? Did not do my 3 miles yesterday:o After Yoga I was soooo tired that I took a nap and could not get myself together. So I'm doing them today and my 5 miles on Sunday instead of Saturday. Detox has hit with a vengance. My kids almost missed the bus this morning 'cause I can't get off the pot.:eek:

[BDraw]

Day 3 for Me -- outside at 11pm to walk in the cold, once around the block, 10 minutes, then inside and rebounded for 20 minutes.

And it is all my husband's fault. I keep forgetting to exercise and as I am ready to crawl in bed, he reminds and encourages me. He is even really supporting my 100% raw this time around. We have had our differening opinions. As I was rereading all of my past printouts (3 years worth) I was reconvinced how I really needed to be 100%, yet I was torn as to how to make this work for our family, whom I had started cooking for again. He saw the anguish in me and he suggested we do it as a family -- as long as he had the freedom to go get a burger when needed. And as long as I served food in the whole form, no mashed up, mixed up stuff for him. I was shocked and am wondering how long he will last. No, he is not and does not plan to be 100%, but that's okay with me -- everylittle bit helps!

Have a great day everyone!

[fitme]

Made it to the gym this morning for 45 minute spin class and then ran on the treadmill for 25 minutes. I thought I might be a little low on energy eating only raw, but that has not been the case this week! I am running out of fruit and veggies however...I need to buy more or buy more often, not sure which will work the best.

Have a great day!

CW 198
GW150

[Anastazia]

Count me in!
With FM, & how heavy I still am, I'm limited in what I can do for any length of time, but I love whoever's goal that was of doing some form of exercise EVERY day, that's exactly what I need to do!
So that's my main goal...been a bit of slug lately, I confess...

...I have a makeshift home gym of sorts, & I'll be walking when possible...

...Also, as I wrote earlier, I'll be pushing myself extra hard on Tuesdays, when I watch Biggest Loser (that'll be my extra workout day) & will add another day to that as soon as I can handle that & not need to go slower on Wednesdays because of it...

Basically, my goal is to develop {& then increase!} my cardiovascular fitness this year, so that by the summer, I can get out & do things with my daughter (& handle the heat better, couldn't at ALL last summer!) & by the end of the year {or sooner!}, I can exercise an hour straight!!!
WOOOHOOO! CAN'T WEIGHT!!!!!
~Anastazia in Canada~


Well, so far so good!

I've been moving more every day, (though had a high-pain-level day on day 2, had to really pace myself & lay down a few times...)

...& I just remembered last night that the Biggest Loser Australia is on every Thursday, so that has also now become another extra workout, push myself a little harder day!

Anyone else get to see it, & care to join me?:)

~Anastazia~

[Carlsbad]

I didn't exercise yesterday because my calves were hurting like crazy and I couldn't think of anything to do that wouldn't make them worse. I'm PMSing, and that is making me really worn out, so I took a day off. But I'm back today, and will go to the gym tonight on the way home from work. I'm thinking 5 minute warmup on the treadmill, 20 minutes on the stairclimber, and 5 minutes on the erg. I'm going to also try to do at least one set on a weight machine, just to get over my intimidation issue with the weight machines. I will try the chest press if it's free. I'm really hoping the gym will contact me soon about scheduling the appointments with my personal trainer. I want to be on an actual program.

[Morn]

I am planning on doing my triathlons in the Sarasota and St Petersburg Fl area. ...my back yard. There are 2 in Ft Desoto, FL one in aug and another in October and then 2 more on Siesta Key beach (sarasota) one in June and then the other I think in September. These are all sprint tri's .25-.6 mile swim, 10-14mile bike and 3-4 mile run. I don't think I'm ready for the longer distances yet......

As far as my training schedule.... I usually bike(45-75min) and run (20-40 min) 2 days a week; weight train and swim (30-45 min) 2 days a week, and then I usually bike and or run an additional day of the week. And then I do an hour of yoga 3 days a week....and that really makes a difference for me to making it through the next workout. And then I actually rest for 1 full day.

The training book that I used was "Triathlon training in 4 hours a week From beginner to Finish line in just 6 weeks" by Eric Harr. It was very do-able for me and my schedule. And I really geared my training in just 6 weeks before the event, so it is possible for the sprint distances.

They are fun and I did feel like I had accomplished A LOT! I can see how you would want to do more!

Happy traithlon training....even in that cold NY weather!

OMG! Whew reading what you do just made me tired!:eek: Do you work a full-time job too? Being surrounded by all of you workout heros makes me think I do nothing at all! ha ha:)

[maui_butterfly]

pushups 10
alternating 1 arm kettlebell swings (5 minutes, 15lbs)
tabata-style squats (20 sec squats, 10 sec rest, repeat 8x)
fitball crunches 100
stretching


tabata drills were created by satan to punish his minions. god they hurt. i love them! in a really sick way...

[Morn]

Day 3 for Me -- outside at 11pm to walk in the cold, once around the block, 10 minutes, then inside and rebounded for 20 minutes.

And it is all my husband's fault. I keep forgetting to exercise and as I am ready to crawl in bed, he reminds and encourages me. He is even really supporting my 100&#37; raw this time around. We have had our differening opinions. As I was rereading all of my past printouts (3 years worth) I was reconvinced how I really needed to be 100%, yet I was torn as to how to make this work for our family, whom I had started cooking for again. He saw the anguish in me and he suggested we do it as a family -- as long as he had the freedom to go get a burger when needed. And as long as I served food in the whole form, no mashed up, mixed up stuff for him. I was shocked and am wondering how long he will last. No, he is not and does not plan to be 100%, but that's okay with me -- everylittle bit helps!

Have a great day everyone!


That is so cool about your DH supporting you! I made Rawvolution's harvest corn chowder yesterday that I thought was great and my DH wouldn't even try one bite. Too many raw recipes in the past that he tried that he didn't like so now he won't eat anything I make.:mad: Oh well! Raw is a lonely road in my house too!

[Morn]

OK today I worked out at the gym and did a 1 hour strictly strength class. I got talked into doing it (and I know I needed it but OMG I don't know if I will be able to walk tomorrow).:eek: My legs are so sore! We did so many squats and lunges with weights that my legs were shaking! Anyway it was part of trying to follow my new Year's resolution of doing more weight training classes. I am a weakling! Anyway not a lot of fun today but hopefully my body will be burning some extra calories today.

[fitme]

Oh boy you are going to be sore tomorrow!...in a good way! Not only are you burninglots of calories ...all those sqates and lunges do make your hips, butt and legs look great! You might want to try stretching and swimming tomorrow....that always makes me feel better!

SW198
GW150

[lavendarJ]

Another great day of challenging myself this morning... I can see that everyone is really RAWKIN'...

[GreenPrince]

Count me in! I'll exercise 60 minutes every day in January!

Have to go to sleep now, it's very late... 01.45 AM...

[lavendarJ]

I just wanted to say a big HELLO to everyone..there are so many new raw friends to be inspired by... I LOOOOOOVE all the variety of fitness I see here...

January is really jumping!!!!

[BDraw]

Day 4 -- 35 minutes rebounding. And before bedtime and without a reminder! Maybe I'll get the hang of this!

[nfracer]

That is so cool about your DH supporting you! I made Rawvolution's harvest corn chowder yesterday that I thought was great and my DH wouldn't even try one bite. Too many raw recipes in the past that he tried that he didn't like so now he won't eat anything I make.:mad: Oh well! Raw is a lonely road in my house too!

I too live in a SAD household....Well, not as SAD as most but :( nonetheless....my dh is supportive to an extent but is concerned I am spending too much $ "just for me".....I am trying to get across that the most $ is spent trying to do "both worlds"....you know the story....So my kitchen is a mixed bag with "my area" (dehydrator, blender, fp, juicer in the cupboard, etc...) and "their's" (oven, microwave, toaster, etc...) It's a stand off battle I am sick of fighting so I live in my :p happy li'l raw world and they in theirs.....but I empathize with and understand the feelings of isolation.....

but enough of that....on to the coaching side of me...
I am so blown away and impressed with the number of workout buddies we have here in the rawsome cyber gym! very impressive and exciting! There are so many I need to re-list everyone to be sure I have included you and check to see who is checking in often......Congratulations to ALL of you that have been posting your awesome workouts (love the variety!!!).....and for those of you that are slacking.....

GET GOING!!!
Here's the list:

January Fitness Rawsolutionists!


NFracer
Morn
RawFigure
Lavendarj
rawkchicster
BDraw
crystalmoon
lifeAgift
StarFire
mayla2326
AmberStorm
missvitreous
vivafree2
jafragirl
rasberry4
buffalogal
OneBite@aTime
justinesmith
Rawme
daniB
Anastazia
Carlsbad
energy in abundance
stina
Maui Butterfly
fitme
JenniferSal
Summer12
Starbourne
spiralgirl
beppa66
GreenPrince

[nfracer]

Day 3 for Me -- outside at 11pm to walk in the cold, once around the block, 10 minutes, then inside and rebounded for 20 minutes.

And it is all my husband's fault. I keep forgetting to exercise and as I am ready to crawl in bed, he reminds and encourages me. He is even really supporting my 100% raw this time around. We have had our differening opinions. As I was rereading all of my past printouts (3 years worth) I was reconvinced how I really needed to be 100%, yet I was torn as to how to make this work for our family, whom I had started cooking for again. He saw the anguish in me and he suggested we do it as a family -- as long as he had the freedom to go get a burger when needed. And as long as I served food in the whole form, no mashed up, mixed up stuff for him. I was shocked and am wondering how long he will last. No, he is not and does not plan to be 100%, but that's okay with me -- everylittle bit helps!

Have a great day everyone!

shhhhh.....listen............do you hear the applause? I am humbled by your dedication;) Keep up the good work!

[nfracer]

Please read my blog entry today, it is long, but from the heart!
http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/blogs/blog-14141/entry-8808/

[simply_michelle]

sorry that i have been MIA for a few days. i have been struggling a bit and thinking a LOT. for me, part of the problem is old tapes in my head, and i have talked of this on other threads as well as i see many of us have, in the past, had very severe eating disorders. i was what they call "bulimarexic" for many years into my late 20's and up to probably 30. i was starve myself down to my goal weight then binge and purge my way back up as i would get so hungry from restricting for so long. been a constant pattern for me. my highest weight was 290 and i had gotten last year down to 190's and well on my way to goal. HOWEVER, i did it by restricting a lot and of course, once i got too hungry and started eating again could not stop. i have eaten my way to where i am now and i know it must stop.

what i have learned through thinking is that i do need boundaries with eating. i don't know how much i should have. and i have been fighting with the mentality of thinking i have to lose it all RIGHT NOW and wanting to restrict. so i have been back and forth with restricting and then overeating. but this has been life and i am not sure how to not be so black and white. so..... i have been tossing the idea around of doing high raw (and moving towards 100%) while doing WW. now, before you scoff, i do this because it will give me the boundaries i need and a guide of accountability of how much to eat. then i know i won't be restricting too much or eating too much. it is based on my current body weight and my desire to lose and as i lose weight the amount i can have obviously gets less because the less you weigh the less you need to eat. i feel ok with this decision. i feel it will help me to get to goal and to maintain it. something i have never done my entire life.

so i start on monday and with it will come my exercising again. i am away all this weekend to a hockey tournament and don't plan to pig out or anything so don't worry! but will be very busy. that is the ONLY reason why i picked monday as a start date. also, nf, my "bf" has agreed to do this race in august! i am emailing him the info and i hope he has that weekend available. he is a runner, i will be walking it. but we plan to make a long weekend out of it and get a hotel there. where would the closest place be for him to fly into?

so anyway, that is where i am and where i have been. thanks for listening, or reading :o

[Raspberry4]

Nfracer - and any other of you wonderful movers out there - I was reading in my Beginner's running book that one should not run with cotton on because it does not wick away the moisture. I ordered a couple of running magazines to order clothes from and lo and behold - cotton in many of the garments! Just wondered what your comments might be on this and any recommendations for clothing (at this point it will be inside on the treadmill only).

Can you tell I am trying to get prepared and am siked to do this! The body just has to cooperate.... ;)

[Morn]

Please read my blog entry today, it is long, but from the heart!
http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/blogs/blog-14141/entry-8808/

Wow what a story! It had me crying too! God is really good to heal you and bless you with your desires to continue to run. Your motivation and courage really is admirable and it goes to show we really can accomplish what we "SET" our minds out to do. I know your story will motivate a lot of people thanks for sharing.:)

[Morn]

what i have learned through thinking is that i do need boundaries with eating. i don't know how much i should have. and i have been fighting with the mentality of thinking i have to lose it all RIGHT NOW and wanting to restrict. so i have been back and forth with restricting and then overeating. but this has been life and i am not sure how to not be so black and white. so..... i have been tossing the idea around of doing high raw (and moving towards 100%) while doing WW. now, before you scoff, i do this because it will give me the boundaries i need and a guide of accountability of how much to eat. then i know i won't be restricting too much or eating too much. it is based on my current body weight and my desire to lose and as i lose weight the amount i can have obviously gets less because the less you weigh the less you need to eat. i feel ok with this decision. i feel it will help me to get to goal and to maintain it. something i have never done my entire life.:o


Michelle - If WW helps you with portion control and figuring out how much you should eat for a while thats great. However, if you would commit to 100% raw diet for a while I think you would be surprised at how much you don't have to worry about how much you can eat and still lose weight. I eat large portions of food - My salad bowls are huge! Also when I juice or have smoothies I drink a very large cup. The key really is learning how to listen to our bodies and what they need and eat healthy. I try to eat when I am truely hungry and stop when I am satisfied. I also eat several small snacks a day. I will never knock WW - I successfully lost weight several years ago on that diet. However, I found that it takes a lot of time tracking all of that and there is a freedom in not having to do that with eating raw. Now I am not 100% but I try to stay as close to it as possible and for me it is primarily due to me guarding against losing self control when I eat certain foods. When I eat all raw foods I generally don't overeat and I have energy after I eat instead of wanting to go to sleep. I used to be so letharic I needed to sleep 10-12 hours a day and still wanted to nap when I was awake. So for me raw foods has really changed my life and I can truely live my life and push myself to accomplish my goals.

But whatever it is you choose to do is up to you. Remember this is YOUR journey and you will learn what is right or wrong for you. I call it learning by trial and error. Do what works and adjust over time what doesn't. But the main thing is keep on keeping on! I also like that you are opening up yourself for accountability. I know this will help you. Check in with us daily if you can even on your bad days (and don't go MIA). We are here to encourage one another. We all have times of defeat but sooner or later the wins become more and more and will help you build up the momentum you need to ultimately succeed. We will be here to help you celebrate those tiny victories and help you focus on those. It is a moment by moment, meal by meal battle sometimes and in building all things that will ultimately last will take time. We are here for you!:) Ok - enough said:)

[Morn]

Ok like I thought I am extremely sore today and can barely even walk because of yesterday's workout. I know I should do some exercise today but don't know if I can force myself to. :(

[rawfigure]

OK out of the loop today, I have a bad cold and a horrid headache today. I am surprised to get a cold. My immune system must be stressed as I usually fight a cold right out of me....:mad: off to read the above posts and Di's blog.

[Anastazia]

Ok like I thought I am extremely sore today and can barely even walk because of yesterday's workout. I know I should do some exercise today but don't know if I can force myself to. :(

I just saw this, prayed a quick prayer for you, asking God to give you strength to JUST DO IT, & then, right after praying, saw the verse you have in your sig, "I can do ALL things thorough Christ who strengthens me!!!"

Don't do too much, do gentle stuff, but if you do some, you'll feel better tomorrow than if ya don't!:D

Keep lookin' up!:rolleyes:
~Anastazia~

[Anastazia]

My ability to move my body seems to be improving a little each day...I don't feel like I always want to sit, but WANT to be on my feet more!

Read Nfracer's blog early this morning, & was so in awe at how she gently but firmly pushed herself, climbing the mountains in her way! It sooo motivated me to set concrete goals, & to push myself harder, FM or not!!!

So today, after working on the house lots, (been too busy to keep up lately!)
I'm going for a walk, for as long as I can!!!:D

I know to all you runners out there, & those who get outa the house daily, that's really not a big deal, but to me, it really is...

I've been telling myself I'll get on a walking program for YEARS, but have been so sporatic...& embarrassed when the neighbours see me, I confess...& I've always been too tired & sore to push myself to get dressed, ready & just go! But i have more energy daily, & it's time!

I've been isolated by my obesity & health issues for too long! I'm leavin' my hibernation cave, snow on the ground or not!

Also, am LOVING using the rebounder, read somewhere that, to benefit (drain?) your lymphatic system, once an hour for 2 minutes (at least!) is ideal! So that's been what I've been doing, I just leave it in the middle of my livingroom floor, if someone comes over, I put it up, but otherwise, I step on it every time the hour starts...& often when I walk by, as well~

Fitness really does need to be a lifestyle, doesn't it?
Not just an hour a day, but all the little choices we make during the day!

I know they all add up! I want to learn to LIVE like a FIT person! Never have known how, need to learn more now, to incorporate it into my changing lifestyle!
(A little embarrassing to ask, but I know ya won't judge me for it!:o )

Any tips you can share, all you fit people out there?
~Anastazia~

[rawfigure]

I
January Fitness Rawsolutionists!


NFracer
Morn
RawFigure
Lavendarj
rawkchicster
BDraw
crystalmoon
lifeAgift
StarFire
mayla2326
AmberStorm
missvitreous
vivafree2
jafragirl
rasberry4
buffalogal
OneBite@aTime
justinesmith
Rawme
daniB
Anastazia
Carlsbad
energy in abundance
stina
Maui Butterfly
fitme
JenniferSal
Summer12
Starbourne
spiralgirl
beppa66
GreenPrince


This is an AWESOME list ! WELCOME EVERYONE.

I got a few Step Cardio DVD's today. When I moved I ditched the VCR and gave my tapes away, and for 6 months I have a flatscreen with a built in DVD in it on the Wall in my Cardio room. I have MISSED my Step Aerobics (and I also used to rebound to Step Tapes too...:p ) and my legs always look the best when I am stepping 3-4 times a week. Yeah..got gone headache so I can work out on my step tomorrow...how odd...to get EXCITED over some DVD's. wahoo.....:D

[Rawme]

Finally, I did it. After a few days laziness I went on my rebounder tonight and did 10 min, afterwards some 20 minutes Turbo jam and aerobic (with youtube, but its is better than nothing) - just enough to sweat a bit.
Well it could be better but running is not possible at the moment as it's raining the whole day. Will see what I can do the next weeks. I will be on holiday, beach, sun and lots of tropical fruits. If this doesn't motivate me I don't what could motivate me then. Hope to get fitter the next days.
Welcome to all rawsolutioners on the list.
Rawme
www.rohkoestlich.com
www.rohvolution.eu
"Wessen wir am meisten im Leben bedürfen, ist jemand, der uns dazu bringt, das zu tun, wozu wir fähig sind" - Ralph Waldo Emerson

[Morn]

I just saw this, prayed a quick prayer for you, asking God to give you strength to JUST DO IT, & then, right after praying, saw the verse you have in your sig, "I can do ALL things thorough Christ who strengthens me!!!"

Don't do too much, do gentle stuff, but if you do some, you'll feel better tomorrow than if ya don't!:D

Keep lookin' up!:rolleyes:
~Anastazia~


Thanks for your prayers today! I just made a carrot, spinach, beet & apple smoothie so now I have an over abundance of energy. I think I will do a little of something. You are right I will feel better if I do some stretching and something to sweat the toxins out of me from being in that bar last night with all the cigarette smoke. I got so sick last night from it (migraine, etc.) I thought I was going to die.

[Morn]

My ability to move my body seems to be improving a little each day...I don't feel like I always want to sit, but WANT to be on my feet more!

Read Nfracer's blog early this morning, & was so in awe at how she gently but firmly pushed herself, climbing the mountains in her way! It sooo motivated me to set concrete goals, & to push myself harder, FM or not!!!

So today, after working on the house lots, (been too busy to keep up lately!)
I'm going for a walk, for as long as I can!!!:D

I know to all you runners out there, & those who get outa the house daily, that's really not a big deal, but to me, it really is...

I've been telling myself I'll get on a walking program for YEARS, but have been so sporatic...& embarrassed when the neighbours see me, I confess...& I've always been too tired & sore to push myself to get dressed, ready & just go! But i have more energy daily, & it's time!

I've been isolated by my obesity & health issues for too long! I'm leavin' my hibernation cave, snow on the ground or not!

Also, am LOVING using the rebounder, read somewhere that, to benefit (drain?) your lymphatic system, once an hour for 2 minutes (at least!) is ideal! So that's been what I've been doing, I just leave it in the middle of my livingroom floor, if someone comes over, I put it up, but otherwise, I step on it every time the hour starts...& often when I walk by, as well~

Fitness really does need to be a lifestyle, doesn't it?
Not just an hour a day, but all the little choices we make during the day!

I know they all add up! I want to learn to LIVE like a FIT person! Never have known how, need to learn more now, to incorporate it into my changing lifestyle!
(A little embarrassing to ask, but I know ya won't judge me for it!:o )

Any tips you can share, all you fit people out there?
~Anastazia~

Wow what a post. You go girl! I am proud of you that you are going for a walk today. All I can tell you is when I started I weighed 95 pounds more than what I do right now and it was really hard for me to do any kind of exercising so I know how you feel. Little by little I just added in a little more. (Increase of time, reps, etc.). So I think that is great. Start off walking for X amount of time or distance and then add a little more week by week. Same with rebounding. Do 2 minutes now and next week do 3 minutes. The main thing is be consistent with it. Set reasonable goals that you know you can definately do and do it. Don't let things get in the way of it. Like Di did! Go after what you want and you will achieve it. When I first started exercising I started off slowly but consistently I did it. So I think you are on the right track. Anyway I am proud of you!:D

[nfracer]

Nfracer - and any other of you wonderful movers out there - I was reading in my Beginner's running book that one should not run with cotton on because it does not wick away the moisture. I ordered a couple of running magazines to order clothes from and lo and behold - cotton in many of the garments! Just wondered what your comments might be on this and any recommendations for clothing (at this point it will be inside on the treadmill only).

Can you tell I am trying to get prepared and am siked to do this! The body just has to cooperate.... ;)

Unfortunately, cotton is not good as it traps the moisture close to your body. You need something with "coolmax" or a moisture whicking fabric that pulls moisture out away from your skin. This goes for bras, shorts, tops, pants,etc...anything that touches your skin! Trust me, chafing from moisture is NOT FUN nor pretty. I've seen many men cross finish lines with bleeding nipples:eek: Pay a little more for the coolmax, it's worth it!

[nfracer]

Anastazia- I recently heard habits are formed at the automatic level with about 30 repetitions....Do you think about brushing your teeth in the a.m. or is it automatic? Exercise is the SAME thing. Make a time that no matter what you will have 30 minutes (in the beginning) to devote to exercise.....say, 7 a.m. or whenever is good for you....Start by MOVING....walking, rebounding, whatever. Consider it a 30 day fitness challenge just as you do with raw food eating.....You will soon notice that your body is getting used to it and you will be either able (willing) to increase the time or the intensity....Believe it or not that is exactly how I started...Eventually I started running out of boredom! So, forget about what the neighbors think. Get out the door and get going....After all, if they are watching you out their window that means they are inside doing NOTHING and probably a little more envious than you think! Try it for a month....Make the initial committment and your body will do the rest!!! Good luck!
Di

[Anastazia]

Wow what a post. You go girl! I am proud of you that you are going for a walk today. All I can tell you is when I started I weighed 95 pounds more than what I do right now and it was really hard for me to do any kind of exercising so I know how you feel. Little by little I just added in a little more. (Increase of time, reps, etc.). So I think that is great. Start off walking for X amount of time or distance and then add a little more week by week. Same with rebounding. Do 2 minutes now and next week do 3 minutes. The main thing is be consistent with it. Set reasonable goals that you know you can definately do and do it. Don't let things get in the way of it. Like Di did! Go after what you want and you will achieve it. When I first started exercising I started off slowly but consistently I did it. So I think you are on the right track. Anyway I am proud of you!:D

Thanks, morn, that helps, a LOT! My biggest struggle is consistancy, with having a bad FM day, then feeling better, overdoing it, & not doing it again for weeks! (Or, LOL, months!)

It's so amazing to have someone be PROUD of me! Thanks! I've felt like such a dissapointment to those who are concerned about me, (especially my daughter) but lately, they've been seeing my determination, & I can tell are waiting to see if I follow through this time, longer than a month or 2...

...& yes, I'm beginning to see that goal-setting & tracking my progress is going to be the key to FINALLY learning consistancy! I've been such a 'live-in-the-moment' person, & in many ways, that's a blessing, & benifits my life, but when it comes to fitness, it ain't workin'!

Guess what??? I just went for my walk!!! & it was wonderful!!! I thought I could barely make it halfway down the block, (it's a looong one!), based on my last attempt to walk anywhere) but found a place to sit a bit & catch my breath, & pushed myself to go to the end of the block! & back, of course!!! & it felt soooo good! The sun was shining, the wind was blowing, the neighbours were out taking down there lights, {"Look! Someone DOES live there! She DOES leave the house!!!"}, I even let Hannah ride her new bike she just got for her birthday, even though she couldn't find her helmet, so i could walk & think, sing, pray, like I always used to! (& watch for cars, of course!)
I gotta confess, what spurred me on was thinking about coming back & sharing it with y'all here!!!:D
Gotta go jump on the rebounder now, then make lunch! Then go for another walk!!! 2 or 3 a day is my plan, when it's a walking day!
~Anastazia~

[Morn]

Today’s exercise: Yeah I did it! I worked through the pain! 40 minutes rebounding/abs/stretching! This one is for you Anastzia cause I didn't want to do it!:D

Oh and I know about being a spur of the moment person. I am totally not a planner at all. It sounds like we have the same personality!:)

Oh and I just visited your blog - it is so great (you are such a good writer) and your daughter is beautiful. What a great idea to let her ride her new bike while you did your walking!

[lavendarJ]

Just wanting to say hello... and send out a HUG to everyone.

nfracer-
I must say that I LOVED your story....It was inspiring.

I haven't decided what I'm going to do on today yet. Let's see, I will do some pilates and some sort of cardio. My goal is just to get in at least 45-60 minutes today.

Well, take care friends!

Ana-
I'm rooting 4 ya...I know you can do whatever you put your mind to!

[dread head vegan]

i'm In :D i know i am 5 days late.. but it's better than not starting right??

[Carlsbad]

I did go to the gym yesterday, and spent 30 minutes on the stairclimber and 6 on the erg. Then I got home and walked my dog for 30 minutes. I also got a super intense deep tissue massage from an amazing lady. I'm hoping that working with her will erase all my shoulder/neck pain, and we definitely got off to a good start. Came home and iced it, but it's still crazy sore today. I didn't go to the gym today, but I did take my dog on a long walk, which we both enjoyed. I've got my period at the moment, so I'm feeling a little more sluggish than usual, but I've exercised more this week than I have in years! Go me!

Anastazia, I know what you mean about feeling self conscious around your neighbors when you go out for a walk. I go out with my dog, who is super skinny (he's a whippet--like a smaller greyhound), so that used to make me doubly self-conscious. But I was walking today and saw a neighbor I don't see very often, and I thought to myself that I've lost fifty pounds since the last time I saw her while I was out walking. She must have been thinking that walking really works! So when you walk by those neighbors, it might help to imagine their faces as you shrink before their very eyes every day! You can do it!!

[Anastazia]

Nfracer, thanks so much for the reminder about making it a HABIT that my body gets USED to! Because of my past inconsistancy with exercise, it always feels like I'm just starting out again, every time I DO ANYTHING physical!

So are you saying if I do it daily, no matter what, that'll change, I'll actually get used to it, & increasing the amount won't be such a struggle? I always want to PUSH once I get moving, but of course, always end up regretting it! So I'm going to set REASONABLE, do-able goals & not LET myself do that to myself again!

Thanks for the reality check on my neighbours...besides, I'm moving at the end of Feb, & will have new neighbours, so who cares what these ones think as I waddle along, right?!!? & by the time I'm in my new neighbourhood, I won't be looking for a place to stop & sit & catch my breath, I'll be swinging my arms & goin', goin', goin'!!!
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...& GOOD FOR YOU, MORN, for doing it anyway!!!! Weigh to go!!! Now YOU'RE inspiring ME again!!! I'll be thinking of that on the days I don't wanna!!
...& thanks for visiting my blog (I don't have the tracker on it, so I'm not sure how many pop in without commenting, maybe no-one (?) but I keep writing it anyways! I figure oneday when I'm slim, healthy & strong, it'll be a good record of the journey~
{that old Supertramp song comes to mind, "Take the Long Way Home!"}

...& Thanks so much, LavendarJ, for your confidence in my ability to do this! I'm deciding to just forget {& forgive myself for} the times in the past when I let go of my goals, & am holding on to them now, pushing through, one day at a time!

I confess, I'm too sore now to go for another walk, (& it's already dark! My salad took soooo long to make...but it was worth it!!!) but I'm going to have a HOT bath to loosen up my muscles, then do some more rebounding, stretching, & using my hand weights!
I AM an ACTIVE woman!!! (Not quite an athlete, but heading in that direction!)
~Anastazia~

[Anastazia]

I did go to the gym yesterday, and spent 30 minutes on the stairclimber and 6 on the erg. Then I got home and walked my dog for 30 minutes. I also got a super intense deep tissue massage from an amazing lady. I'm hoping that working with her will erase all my shoulder/neck pain, and we definitely got off to a good start. Came home and iced it, but it's still crazy sore today. I didn't go to the gym today, but I did take my dog on a long walk, which we both enjoyed. I've got my period at the moment, so I'm feeling a little more sluggish than usual, but I've exercised more this week than I have in years! Go me!

Anastazia, I know what you mean about feeling self conscious around your neighbors when you go out for a walk. I go out with my dog, who is super skinny (he's a whippet--like a smaller greyhound), so that used to make me doubly self-conscious. But I was walking today and saw a neighbor I don't see very often, and I thought to myself that I've lost fifty pounds since the last time I saw her while I was out walking. She must have been thinking that walking really works! So when you walk by those neighbors, it might help to imagine their faces as you shrink before their very eyes every day! You can do it!!

That's the kind of massage I give, not for those who love wimpy, gentle surface ones! Wish I could find someone to massage me like I massage! Anyone who can wanna come visit???:D Do you know my hubby's definition of PMS? Pardon My Screaming! (Or Sobbing!) & also, Pack My Suitcase! {Not sure if he meant his or mine! Lol!}

...& that's a GREAT focus while on my walks, thanks! My first goal then, is to lose enough & shape up enough before I move that even my neighbours notice!!! Which may or may not happen, I'm moving at the end of Feb, & the last time I went raw for a month & a half & dropped 43 lbs, no-one could even tell!!!:( (except in how I was moving better), with so much to lose I suspect it'll take 50, 60, even more before it shows...but oh, well! :rolleyes:

[crystalmoon]

nfracer you amaze more & more, what determination to heal...awesome. I really need to take a leaf out of you rbook & get stuck in to some serious healing this year.

[crystalmoon]

Today the winter sun was calling me so I went for a long walk out in nature rather than being inside at the gym. I know I need to vary my exercise more so will get back to the gym & swimming soon....just love walking sooooooooo much

[nfracer]

Rest days are sooooooooo difficult for me to follow through on....the workout habit is so ingrained in my head but I KNOW it is very important. Fortunately today is a busy day for me as I will be making my "debut" at the HFS giving a raw food seminar.....gulp....I'm not nervous....gulp:eek: It's my passion though so I'll be fine! I have spent the last 2 days "uncooking" things I don't usually make but I want everyone to be able to sample some good things so they will realize it's not just about apples and carrot sticks!!!!! Wish me luck!:D

[Morn]

That's the kind of massage I give, not for those who love wimpy, gentle surface ones! Wish I could find someone to massage me like I massage! Anyone who can wanna come visit???:D Do you know my hubby's definition of PMS? Pardon My Screaming! (Or Sobbing!) & also, Pack My Suitcase! {Not sure if he meant his or mine! Lol!}

...& that's a GREAT focus while on my walks, thanks! My first goal then, is to lose enough & shape up enough before I move that even my neighbours notice!!! Which may or may not happen, I'm moving at the end of Feb, & the last time I went raw for a month & a half & dropped 43 lbs, no-one could even tell!!!:( (except in how I was moving better), with so much to lose I suspect it'll take 50, 60, even more before it shows...but oh, well! :rolleyes:

I know what you mean it took me losing 50 pounds for anyone to start noticing I was losing weight. I remember how it was pretty discouragaing. But you aren't doing this for anyone but you and remember 40 pounds off your joints and how you look/feel in your clothing will be your prize. Eventually others will notice!

[Morn]

Rest days are sooooooooo difficult for me to follow through on....the workout habit is so ingrained in my head but I KNOW it is very important. Fortunately today is a busy day for me as I will be making my "debut" at the HFS giving a raw food seminar.....gulp....I'm not nervous....gulp:eek: It's my passion though so I'll be fine! I have spent the last 2 days "uncooking" things I don't usually make but I want everyone to be able to sample some good things so they will realize it's not just about apples and carrot sticks!!!!! Wish me luck!:D

Let us know how it went! Also what did you end up uncooking?

[Yeshia]

I am back from vacation snowed in in the frozen North with none exercising meat loving friends!

Its so good to get back to normal

I went there with no asthma meds 'cos i no longer take it...lol 6 cats :eek:
so i came back a week early he he

Im looking at my rebounder kissed it jumped on it eat some raw stuff and will be back in class tomorrow

SO GOOD TO BE BACK:D

OOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXOXOOXOX

[Morn]

I am back from vacation snowed in in the frozen North with none exercising meat loving friends!

Its so good to get back to normal

I went there with no asthma meds 'cos i no longer take it...lol 6 cats :eek:
so i came back a week early he he

Im looking at my rebounder kissed it jumped on it eat some raw stuff and will be back in class tomorrow

SO GOOD TO BE BACK:D

OOXOXOXOOXOXOXOXOXOOXOX

Welcome Back! - I also love your new avatar!:D

[rawfigure]

I learned the hard way how important rest days are ! I used to work out none stop all year with maybe one or two rest days a month, never a week off. Over time I started have severe shoulder problems and damaged my right shoulder, low back, neck and knee, foot problems. I was tearing my body down. Now I rest a few days a week but I am still active, never a couch potato ! My husband says I look as good as I did when I was killing myself ( Isay almost as good..lol.) . Rest is important !

[BDraw]

Saturday I managed to neglect my excercise and after reading all the last 3 pages, maybe I'll claim it as my rest day.

Sunday, I spent from 3 to 6pm outside picking pecans -- and trust me, that's a workout, just ask my shoulders and back.

Being outside in the warm sunshine (70's) was wonderful.

The thing I am most proud of is I've maintained 100% raw! Yea Me! :D

[fitme]

Yesterday was a rest day for me.....I do always feel like I am missing something important when I don't "exercise". Today I went to Busch Gardens with my 5 and 4 year old boys and we walked for 6 hours. I'm hoping that I get credit for that! Didn't have any non raw snacks while I was there either! Hoping to get back to a regular schedule this week with school and work and work-outs!

Have a great day!

[nfracer]

nfracer you amaze more & more, what determination to heal...awesome. I really need to take a leaf out of you rbook & get stuck in to some serious healing this year.

With confidence in yourself you can move mountains. Every one of us has it "in us"....Let this be the year you give it a nudge each day!

The undertones from most people (and this is not meant as a judgement or a bad thing) is a lack of confidence in oneself. I think that somewhere along the way we are raised to be too modest. No longer are we the beaming little kid that says "look what I did!" We shrug off our accomplishments and deny our inner child to boast. I say, shout it from the mountaintops! You can project your successes without being condescending. It has taken me a long time to get to this point but I do allow myself that because dammit I've worked hard to get where I am and if I can lead someone else by example so be it! Maybe by you speaking to someone else you will inspire them....Pass it on...;)

[rawfigure]

With confidence in yourself you can move mountains. Every one of us has it "in us"....Let this be the year you give it a nudge each day!

The undertones from most people (and this is not meant as a judgement or a bad thing) is a lack of confidence in oneself. I think that somewhere along the way we are raised to be too modest. No longer are we the beaming little kid that says "look what I did!" We shrug off our accomplishments and deny our inner child to boast. I say, shout it from the mountaintops! You can project your successes without being condescending. It has taken me a long time to get to this point but I do allow myself that because dammit I've worked hard to get where I am and if I can lead someone else by example so be it! Maybe by you speaking to someone else you will inspire them....Pass it on...;)


VERY NICE *big smile*..:D

[Rawmommie]

Hello everyone! I've been doing a BFL challenge for 5 weeks and I feel great! I was derailed for a week over the holidays, but I'm back full force! I'm getting lonely on the Body for Life thread and was wondering if I could join in here with my fellow exercising raw foodies?! I feel like I'm talking to myself on the other thread. LOL.

Today I have my LBWO and hopefully a long walk at the park. We are having unseasonably warm weather today and I want to take advantage before it gets freezing again! :)

[simply_michelle]

ok, hockey tournament weekend is over. nf, i hope all went well in watertown. i am back on track today as i said i would be. and i will be back this evening to log all i have had and share my exercise with you.

thanks for letting me stick around :p

[summer12]

I just ran 5.4 miles. In the rain:eek: I was supposed to run yesterday, but I layed in bed in a fetal position with period cramps instead:( So this morning I'm all ready to go and it starts freakin' raining:mad: So I'm thinking it's going to be slippery, it's going to be hard to breathe, I'm going to get my brand new shoes wet whaaa whaaa whaaa. Then I said SO WHAT and just went. Also I have two very excited running partners. My heeler/lab mix aka Coconut and my Aussie Russell. What a mess we were when we came back:p But we did it.

[summer12]

With confidence in yourself you can move mountains. Every one of us has it "in us"....Let this be the year you give it a nudge each day!

The undertones from most people (and this is not meant as a judgement or a bad thing) is a lack of confidence in oneself. I think that somewhere along the way we are raised to be too modest. No longer are we the beaming little kid that says "look what I did!" We shrug off our accomplishments and deny our inner child to boast. I say, shout it from the mountaintops! You can project your successes without being condescending. It has taken me a long time to get to this point but I do allow myself that because dammit I've worked hard to get where I am and if I can lead someone else by example so be it! Maybe by you speaking to someone else you will inspire them....Pass it on...;)

You are so right. It is lack of confidence. When I run passed people I think they are looking at my jiggly butt and no make up ugly face. I'm trying not to care and just think at least "I'm doing something about it" but it is still hard when you have been somewhat of a hermit for years.Thanks again for your encouraging words.

[fitme]

The undertones from most people (and this is not meant as a judgement or a bad thing) is a lack of confidence in oneself. I think that somewhere along the way we are raised to be too modest. No longer are we the beaming little kid that says "look what I did!" We shrug off our accomplishments and deny our inner child to boast. I say, shout it from the mountaintops! You can project your successes without being condescending. It has taken me a long time to get to this point but I do allow myself that because dammit I've worked hard to get where I am and if I can lead someone else by example so be it! Maybe by you speaking to someone else you will inspire them....Pass it on...
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So TRUE! We should all take a lesson from any 4 year old out there! My kids would have LOVED to run in the rain....I don't know about 5.4 miles, but they would be talking about that for days!....to anyone who would listen!

One more day off work for me, so I went to the gym this late midmorning and lifted weights for 30 minutes and then swam for 45minutes. I didn't think I would enjoy swimming so much when I started, but I do, especially on sunny days like today, 75 degrees outside and a heated pool....beautiful!

Have a great day!

[nfracer]

You are so right. It is lack of confidence. When I run passed people I think they are looking at my jiggly butt and no make up ugly face. I'm trying not to care and just think at least "I'm doing something about it" but it is still hard when you have been somewhat of a hermit for years.Thanks again for your encouraging words.

Think of yourself as a hermit (crab) ready to change shells! Except you are searching for a smaller shell not larger like most people...er....crabs...are! (BTW, I don't think YOU are a crab, or even crabby!!!)....Kudos to you for your rainy run! Bet your dogs loved it and even you had a good chuckle when all was said and done!!! Did you at least jump in ONE puddle when you were finished? :D Rawk on!
Di

[Carlsbad]

Didn't work out yesterday, as Sundays are my day off. But I'm hitting the gym tonight after work, and I'm excited. I'm still sore from that killer massage, but I can't wait to go back and get another one! Keep going everyone!!

[lavendarJ]

Happy Monday!

So far, I've done my strength training and 20 minutes of cadio. I'm going to knock out the rest of my cadio this evening. Yesterday was my off day and so no exercise or logging on...I just read the posts I missed out on and want to say a big CONGRATS to everyone who has shared their successes.....

[Raspberry4]

Sunday - did my run/walk briskly training today - run 2 minutes at about 4.5 mph/walk 4 minutes at about 3.5 mph x4 total 40 minutes with warm up/cool down.

Monday - walked around the neighborhodd - 51 degrees out (Shorts weather for us in ohio);)

Have a great night everyone!

[Morn]

Didn't exercise today cause I worked 13 hours - but I was on my feet the whole time. I am tired cause I only got a 3 hours of sleep last night. Now I need to make lunches for tommorrow for me and the kids and then lights out. Hopefully after work tomorrow I will do some rebounding or something.

[janeymack]

Hello everybody,

So far everyday i've been doing an hour of exercise. Today i'm going to do yoga at lunch and i'm going to go on the treadmill during the biggest loser tonight.

Have a good day:D

[nfracer]

Sunday - did my run/walk briskly training today - run 2 minutes at about 4.5 mph/walk 4 minutes at about 3.5 mph x4 total 40 minutes with warm up/cool down.

Monday - walked around the neighborhodd - 51 degrees out (Shorts weather for us in ohio);)

Have a great night everyone!

Great start to your running program! Keep up the good work! Today was a cycling trainer day for me + sauna! We are having a "heat wave" here in nny, too bad I have to work and can't get out to enjoy it much! Swimming later! Have a happy day!

[summer12]

Think of yourself as a hermit (crab) ready to change shells! Except you are searching for a smaller shell not larger like most people...er....crabs...are! (BTW, I don't think YOU are a crab, or even crabby!!!)....Kudos to you for your rainy run! Bet your dogs loved it and even you had a good chuckle when all was said and done!!! Did you at least jump in ONE puddle when you were finished? :D Rawk on!
Di

Thank you for your encouraging words. Also, on my run yesterday I thought about you and your amazing story. You know I have never run over 6miles and that only after months of training. Plus I was 15lbs lighter. So I don't know what is going on, but I think raw and this board have some pretty amazing power and strength.:) Just went to Yoga and going to run 3 miles today.

[Carlsbad]

Went to the gym last night and did the elliptical for 30 minutes, then came home and took my dog on an hour long walk with lots of steep hills. I was thinking as I walked that I used to be someone who barely got 20 minutes of exercise in a week, and now I'm getting between 30 and 90 minutes of exercise a day! And it just sort of happened without my having to fight with myself about it. That is so cool, and so due to raw! Now I'm just waiting to finish my period so some of this exercise starts showing up on the scale!

[lavendarJ]

Hello Friends!

I didn't finish the rest of my cardio last night (I should have done another 20 minutes). I decided to split the routine up because so far I cannot get through the whole 40 minute routine without splitting it up. It's pretty challenging for me. So today is lower body day (did upper body work yesterday)... I will do the other set of cardio exercises tonight after strength training. Oh yeah, need to throw in the pilates.

I've been up since 2-ish (a.m.) I had some bad news yesterday and I've been slouching around. I needed a B in my stats class in order to take the next but didn't make the cut; so now I've got to plead my case to the department and advocate for myself and my passion for social work...but now I'm getting my stuff together and will prepare for my meeting next week and trust that God knows what's best....

In the meantime, let the sweating begin:)

(by the way, I never sweat - at least it is not noticeable..anybody else experience this? I didn't before raw either. I mean it takes about3 :) or 4 hours of serious cardio to really get some sweat going...I just thought this was interesting as sweating is a healthy function of the body)

[Morn]

Hello everyone! I've been doing a BFL challenge for 5 weeks and I feel great! I was derailed for a week over the holidays, but I'm back full force! I'm getting lonely on the Body for Life thread and was wondering if I could join in here with my fellow exercising raw foodies?! I feel like I'm talking to myself on the other thread. LOL.

Today I have my LBWO and hopefully a long walk at the park. We are having unseasonably warm weather today and I want to take advantage before it gets freezing again! :)

Glad to have you with us!:D

[Morn]

Went to the gym last night and did the elliptical for 30 minutes, then came home and took my dog on an hour long walk with lots of steep hills. I was thinking as I walked that I used to be someone who barely got 20 minutes of exercise in a week, and now I'm getting between 30 and 90 minutes of exercise a day! And it just sort of happened without my having to fight with myself about it. That is so cool, and so due to raw! Now I'm just waiting to finish my period so some of this exercise starts showing up on the scale!

Yeah for you!:)

[Morn]

Hello Friends!

I didn't finish the rest of my cardio last night (I should have done another 20 minutes). I decided to split the routine up because so far I cannot get through the whole 40 minute routine without splitting it up. It's pretty challenging for me. So today is lower body day (did upper body work yesterday)... I will do the other set of cardio exercises tonight after strength training. Oh yeah, need to throw in the pilates.

I've been up since 2-ish (a.m.) I had some bad news yesterday and I've been slouching around. I needed a B in my stats class in order to take the next but didn't make the cut; so now I've got to plead my case to the department and advocate for myself and my passion for social work...but now I'm getting my stuff together and will prepare for my meeting next week and trust that God knows what's best....

In the meantime, let the sweating begin:)

(by the way, I never sweat - at least it is not noticeable..anybody else experience this? I didn't before raw either. I mean it takes about3 :) or 4 hours of serious cardio to really get some sweat going...I just thought this was interesting as sweating is a healthy function of the body)

Hey lavender I just offered up a prayer about your school situation. Oh and since you are fasting do you think it takes more out of you when you work out. I know I couldn't work out as hard when I was fasting.

[BDraw]

Day 7 -- I went for a walk, in the dark. It was great. I walked 30 minutes.

I need to get some DVD's for my rebounder as I dread doing it without any entertainment. Any suggestions?

Notice my mode of exercisce is rather slow and lazy-like. I think I'm in that mode of life right now. :o But, at least I am moving! :D And trying not to be intimidated by you who really work out! :rolleyes: Actually you are inspiring to me and someday I'll get there. ;)

[lavendarJ]

Hey lavender I just offered up a prayer about your school situation. Oh and since you are fasting do you think it takes more out of you when you work out. I know I couldn't work out as hard when I was fasting.


Hey There Morn!

I could definitely use the prayer. Right now, I took a break from the fast (stopped last night)...I figured it wasn't benefiting me or anyone else to be trying to fast with a negative attitude about this class and finances. But you know what my sister gave me called me from her bible study and gave me a scripture last night (psalms 42:5 I think) and it seemed to be right on time. But your'e right, that defintely makes a difference in why that workout is so hard (fasting).

[crystalmoon]

Hi all the weather is awful here now, really wet & windy & cold so my walks are much shorter & more of a power walk. I know I need to get to the gym but as I dont drive I would have to walk in the wet to get there so i just end up going for a walk outside instead!!!!!!!! Guess I could have saved the memebership money LOL
Rebounding is getting tedious as a daily exercise so may invest in a step so i can step away whenever i watch tv
Hugs to all xxxxxxxxxxx

[Morn]

Day 7 -- I went for a walk, in the dark. It was great. I walked 30 minutes.

I need to get some DVD's for my rebounder as I dread doing it without any entertainment. Any suggestions?

Notice my mode of exercisce is rather slow and lazy-like. I think I'm in that mode of life right now. :o But, at least I am moving! :D And trying not to be intimidated by you who really work out! :rolleyes: Actually you are inspiring to me and someday I'll get there. ;)

Get some urban rebounding tapes. You can find them on EBAY.

[rawfigure]

What A Gorgeous Day ! It was like North Carolina weather in New York ! We topped at 66 degrees and my dh and I went for a long speed walk from 2- 3:30 pm. We went along the Lake, did I say it was Gorgeous ! :D

[maui_butterfly]

sunday kettlebells

good mornings 15x 26lbs
halos 5x/side 26lbs
1 arm deadlifts 10x/side 26lbs
2 arm swings 26lbs - lots
cleans 5x/side 26lbs
clean & press 5x/side 26lbs
windmills 10x/side 15lbs
high pulls 10x/side 26lbs
turkish getups 5x/side 15lbs
pushups 10x
box squats 10x/side 15lbs
fitball crunches 50x
fitball back extensions w/twist 10x/side


monday mixed plate

pushups 10x
fitball crunches 25
kb halos 5x/side 26lbs
kb cleans 5x/sde 26lbs
kb military press 10x/side 15lbs
fitball back extensions 10x
fitball back extensions w/twist 10x/side
squats 25x
fitball pass 10x
fitball leg extensions 10x
fitball hip lifts 25x
kb alternating 1 arm swings 100x 15lbs
kb turkish getups 5x/side 15lbs
kb bent over rows 10x/side 15lbs
tricep dips 10x

[fitme]

Had to go back to work today so was up at 5:15 for a "quick" 30 minute run....I wasn't going very fast, but I was going as fast as I could! I love hear what everyone is doing. Good job to you all!

[Raspberry4]

nfracer - thank you!

To all runners out there - how the heck do you keep your body up and moving for miles and miles? I cannot even imagine being able to keep upright, move my body, breathe and keep moving! Only 2 minutes and I can barely stand it! Isn't it supposed to get easier? I have not been past 2 minutes for 3 weeks now :( Anyway...how do you keep it moving without getting so darned fatigue and feeling so heavy?

[BDraw]

I didn't exercise today. :o Please someone come shoot me! Shoot some common sence in me. :eek: Cause right now, I'm not even caring! That's not good. :(

[Yeshia]

Tuesday was my first Brikman Yoga class of the year

oche but...........


It feels soooo good.:D

[rawfigure]

I didn't exercise today. :o Please someone come shoot me! Shoot some common sence in me. :eek: Cause right now, I'm not even caring! That's not good. :(

You know we all have days like that. Take a few planned days off and set a day to get to the exercise.

today : too windy to go outside so 45 min in the Gym and Step cardio.

[summer12]

nfracer - thank you!

To all runners out there - how the heck do you keep your body up and moving for miles and miles? I cannot even imagine being able to keep upright, move my body, breathe and keep moving! Only 2 minutes and I can barely stand it! Isn't it supposed to get easier? I have not been past 2 minutes for 3 weeks now :( Anyway...how do you keep it moving without getting so darned fatigue and feeling so heavy?

All I can say to that is MP3 Player. I know exactly what you mean. I used to be like that. Now I don't think about how heavy or fatigued I am. I just go. One step at a time and I never look too far ahead. Way to overwhelming. I just run in my immediate bubble. Also I run slower now. I just concentrate on the distance not on the time. Hope that helps.

[summer12]

I didn't exercise today. :o Please someone come shoot me! Shoot some common sence in me. :eek: Cause right now, I'm not even caring! That's not good. :(

Nowww Giirrllll! This is from one Texan to the other, get that bootee off the couch and get going. I don't know where you are, but here in Dallas it is a gorgeous day that is just calling to get seized. So go for a walk at least.;) it'll do ya good

[starborne]

Well here it is day 10, and I've only exercised 4 days.

I'm pretty new to raw and am not 100%. Last Thursday I went cold-turkey on giving up caffeine and alcohol. Boy have I had some massive headaches and have been extremely fatigued and lethargic! I just couldn't bring myself to get on the rebounder. I have, however, walked about 45-50 min. for the last two days as the headaaches have let up, and am about to get out again.

I decided a couple of days ago to go ahead and do the Master Cleanse fast as a prelude to going 100% raw... just get some of the major toxins out of my system and get it over with. Plus it's a great way to break any addictions, so I'm assuming that means cooked food too.

So I'm going to stick with walking and maybe some rebounding during that time and build into a more intense workout when I start eating again.

I love reading about all of your activity.

Keep up the great work!

Alyssa

[nfracer]

Nowww Giirrllll! This is from one Texan to the other, get that bootee off the couch and get going. I don't know where you are, but here in Dallas it is a gorgeous day that is just calling to get seized. So go for a walk at least.;) it'll do ya good

I am up in nny, not Dallas + I am not sure where you are BDraw but don't MAKE us double team you girl, cuz we will, right Summer12?!

Now, the less pushy side of me would like to say that the fact that you posted for help speaks volumes that you really DO WANT TO DO IT but are too overwhelmed with where to start and how to keep going....So, like I have said before. Make exercise a habit first, something you enjoy. If that means all you are motivated to do is walk around the block once or stretch for 10 minutes that's ok...Just do it at the SAME TIME each day....first thing in the morning is great because it will be DONE + you will be uplifted (pinky swear) for the rest of the day!!!! Now, any questions? Get goin!!!

[oai]

i think i've been exercising every day since the new year. i'm so proud of myself. :D since i've recently learned about training my aerobic base, i've been doing exactly just that. in the past, it seems that i'd exercise past my aerobic base, ran out of breath super quick, & i was too sad to exercise.

so now it makes sense for me to build up my aerobic base, & i can exercise for a really long time. before i could only run 2mph on the treadmill. now i've passed 4 mph, & i'm really happy about that. before i couldn't run 2 mins. on 2mph w/o feeling like i was going to zonk out. :o

my exercises: running & walking. :D i'd love to incorporate some dancing. martial arts were kind of boring for me. after i build up my aerobic base, i may try that again. ;)

[starborne]

i'm so proud of myself. :D since i've recently learned about training my aerobic base, i've been doing exactly just that. ;)

What's that? I may already know it, but by another name.

[lavendarJ]

I didn't exercise today. :o Please someone come shoot me! Shoot some common sence in me. :eek: Cause right now, I'm not even caring! That's not good. :(


Hey BDraw..

It's just like you say in your signature "baby steps" ..
I'm feeling you (worrying about this SW class has knocked the motivation right out of me) ... but you know what; give yourself a hug and then JUST DO IT...do something. Sometimes we don't have a reason or motivation and you just have to do it....even if you've got to fuss through it, JUST DO IT

So that was yesterday; I only ended up finishing part of my cardio after my strength training yesterday...

It's a brand new day today... let's make it happen!!!!

[maui_butterfly]

Last Thursday I went cold-turkey on giving up caffeine and alcohol. Boy have I had some massive headaches and have been extremely fatigued and lethargic!

I decided a couple of days ago to go ahead and do the Master Cleanse fast as a prelude to going 100% raw... just get some of the major toxins out of my system and get it over with. Plus it's a great way to break any addictions, so I'm assuming that means cooked food too.
Alyssa

good luck! i did the MC for 11 days, and I am thankful (and amazed) to have kicked my LONGstanding personally-debilitating addiction to coffee as a direct result. while i might slip up on the 100% raw thing once in a while, i haven't had any coffee (or really any desire for it) since July of 2007, and i consider it a freakin' miracle!

[lavendarJ]

I hope everyone is having a great Wednesday...

I have some upper body strength training to do this evening.
I'm also doing cardio circuit drills today (and pilates)

[Carlsbad]

Hi Everyone,

Didn't make it to the gym last night, but I had a bad head/neck ache, so I was okay with not going. Tonight I'm heading back, and then taking my dog for a long walk. I'll be traveling Friday and Saturday, but there's an elliptical machine at the hotel where I'll be staying. I don't think I'll be able to exercise on Friday (have to be at the airport by 6am, and then I have class until 9pm), but I'll fit a workout in on Saturday morning. My scale finally showed some results this morning--woohoo!

[Morn]

I did a one hour total conditioning class this morning. The class gears around keeping you in zone 3 & 4 so it is pretty intense with a mix of cardio, strength training, and tons of squats, lunges and pushups. (My favorite - not!:mad:) I my quads and back of legs are still sore from last Friday's strictly strength class. It was funny how I just started feeling a bit better today where I wasn't in total pain all the time and then within the first set of squats today all the pain came back! We will see how I feel tomorrow but I am sure it will be rough.

[beckx]

i'd like to join this thread. i was always really self conscious about exercising because i'm pretty overweight and in bad shape, but realized last week that nobody cares how fat i am or how red and sweaty i get and if they do, they have their own issues. so i've been going to the gym, sometimes in shorts or stretch pants :eek:

i started almost a week ago, my goal is to move in some way every day but to be more concrete for myself i'm also going to the gym to do the elliptical at least 4-5 days a week. moving is so much easier now that i've been raw for over a month. i want to run a half marathon by november (i've never run before, its a new raw interest for some reason) and am training on the elliptical until i lose enough weight to take some of the strain off of my knees. i've gone 10 miles so far, and will be adding to that tonight :)

[Morn]

Welcome to the crew BeckX!:)

[starborne]

NRacer, you've inspired me in so many ways. I read your blog about your accident story. I realized that I, too, need to chart and keep better track of what I do and eat. Yesterday's show of The Biggest Loser had a segment in it about how many calories each contestant was eating. While I know that eating raw doesn't really fall into a typical lifestyle with calorie counting, etc., I still think it's important to realize just what we're doing with both eating and exercise .

Soooo ... (inhale) , I purchased a fitness software program from http://http://www.crosstrainersoftware.com The price is pretty good at $34 and can be downloaded right away. Now I'm busy researching how to use it and I think it will be fun to chart my progress.

Today is day 2 of my MC, and I walked 50 min. around the local lake. Wish I could insert a photo of it, but I don't know how.

[maui_butterfly]

pushups 10x
crunches of various sorts, lots of them
tabata squats (20 sec hard work, 10 sec rest, repeat 8x - and try not to cry!)
kettlebell halos 5x/side, 26lbs
kettlebell cleans 8x/side, 26lbs
alternating 1 arm kettlebell swings 50x, 26lbs
sun salutation A 5x
sun salutation B 5x
ashtanga closing sequence
savasana

[fitme]

nfracer - thank you!

To all runners out there - how the heck do you keep your body up and moving for miles and miles? I cannot even imagine being able to keep upright, move my body, breathe and keep moving! Only 2 minutes and I can barely stand it! Isn't it supposed to get easier? I have not been past 2 minutes for 3 weeks now :( Anyway...how do you keep it moving without getting so darned fatigue and feeling so heavy?

You have to start where you are physically, not where you think you should be or where other people are! some people are gifted with a "runner's" build...I am not. When I started, I couldn't run for 2 minutes without my heart rate going through the roof! So I had to slow down (really I think a quick walker could have past me!) and then alternate walk "run" until I could run a certain amount of time and or a distance. I like training on a treadmill because I know how "fast" I am going and now I can put in intervals of really fast in my reagular pace.. It takes weeks for your body to adjust and make improvements but if you push it little by little you'll get where you want to be!

Big workout day for me today.....up at 5:15 for an hour of yoga and then after work I took the kids to the Y and ran on the treadmill for 30 minute and then biked for 50 minutes...shew! Looking forward to a swim tomorrow!

Have a great day!

[rawfigure]

Fitme, my name is Leslie too.:D there are not many of us, and all the Leslie's I know are FAB ! :D

I did 1/2 of my new Cathe Feidrich High Step Circuit DVD and I am sore at 9 PM :rolleyes:

[beckx]

-3 miles on the elliptical (fastest mile was 9:45!! a minute and a half faster than my previous fastest!)... a little over half an hour
-core and lower back weight machines... about 5 or 6 sets of 12 at each

i never would have imagined even a week ago that i would be able to RUN (6 mph and faster) for ten minutes straight without stopping or slowing down. i know its just the elliptical, but still - this is ridiculous and amazing. i feel so proud of myself for sticking with this, and it feels great to see improvements so quickly.

elliptical mileage this year (also my lifetime mileage ;)): 13 miles!

[Raspberry4]

Thanks ladies! I will just keep on with the program and who cares if I am slow for now - wasn't it the turtle who won the race after all? I hope this old body will cooperate - at the least I've got 'the spirit' to try :)

Thanks for all the great inspiration here !

[fitme]

Went for a 40 minute swim this morning after lifting weights for about 25 minutes....didn't really feel liek getting out of bed thius morning, but feel good now! Just finished my green smoothie and need to get ready for the day!... Hope everyone has a great day!

[Yeshia]

Yoga land rebounding last night

It is soo good to be back lol

[nfracer]

doing well with the triathlon training regime! Today was a biking day! Whew, using the trainer is harder than I thought.....and much more BORING than riding outside but when you live around here, outdoor cycling is not really an option:rolleyes: I will go swimming this afternoon too! Yee Hah!

[BDraw]

Day 9 -- I did it! It was past 10pm, but thanks to your encouragement I got up, got the excercise tape and balance ball and worked out.

Feels good.

[oai]

yep. yep. the turtle did win that race! ;)

i did my walking today & my, my, the sweat! i will wear an undershirt which will absorb the sweat next time, hehe.

have a great day everyone!

[summer12]

Day 9 -- I did it! It was past 10pm, but thanks to your encouragement I got up, got the excercise tape and balance ball and worked out.

Feels good.

Glad We Could Help!! That's fantastic.

Did 2 hours of Yoga today and going for a 3 mile run with my puppies:)Ya'll have a great day.

[maui_butterfly]

http://www.rawfoodtalk.com/showthread.php?t=36509

this young man has requested some help for his high school fitness test in a few weeks. i saw his post all unanswered over there in the general discussion area, and figured he needed the support of this supergroup! can anybody help?

[Morn]

Worked out at the gym today and did a step aerobics class with 2 steps parallel to each other was a fun class. I also just found out they will be doubling my hours at work so that will be good since my DH lost his job last month. However, I will be back to working full-time again so it will be a huge adjustment for me and harder to squeeze in my exercise but where there is a will there is a way!

Todays exercise: 60 minutes step work out and 10 minutes abs

[starborne]

Yipee, I joined a gym today. Will still be not pressing too hard being on the MC (day 3 now and doing fine).

I put in 45 min. on the treadmill and about 3 1/2 on a stationary bike. Boy do I have to get used to that again ! 3 min. liked to wore me out!

Then I indulged in a wonderful sauna and steam.
Felt sooooo good to be in a gym again.

[lavendarJ]

-3 miles on the elliptical (fastest mile was 9:45!! a minute and a half faster than my previous fastest!)... a little over half an hour
-core and lower back weight machines... about 5 or 6 sets of 12 at each

i never would have imagined even a week ago that i would be able to RUN (6 mph and faster) for ten minutes straight without stopping or slowing down. i know its just the elliptical, but still - this is ridiculous and amazing. i feel so proud of myself for sticking with this, and it feels great to see improvements so quickly.

elliptical mileage this year (also my lifetime mileage ;)): 13 miles!


Hip Hip Hooray Beckx... Nice to meet ya:)

[lavendarJ]

Hey Everyone...

Just some lower body strength exercises and cardio kick boxing type of moves tonight

[OneBite@aTime]

Hello People!
I'm still here-just finished my cardio......gotta get ready for work!

[Yeshia]

() min of Brikman last night I am tired but feeling soo good slept like the dead.

[nfracer]

Had a terrific run this a.m. only 7 miles, but great pace! I feel like shouting I'M BAAAAAAAAAAACCCKKKKKKKKKKK!:D

[Morn]

Had a terrific run this a.m. only 7 miles, but great pace! I feel like shouting I'M BAAAAAAAAAAACCCKKKKKKKKKKK!:D

ONLY 7 MILES:eek: I GUESS THAT MAKES MY 2.5 MILES I RAN TODAY LOOK LIKE NOTHING!

[Morn]

Today I worked out at the gym and was really proud of myself. I first did my typical ½ hour on the stairmaster and another ½+ hour on the treadmill (5 minute warmup, 25 minutes running in the middle and 5 minutes at the end to cool down). This was for you DI!:) I got a good sweat going and I was proud of myself for venturing into running. It wasn't as bad as I thought mentally it would be. I think I still have a bit of the mantality of a heavy person cause mentally I still struggle so much with exercise. Well Tonight I am going to a rawfood potluck and bringing my a couple of raw pizza's I made. I always look forward to that.

Today’s exercise: 1 hour and 15 minutes

30 minutes on the stairmaster
35 minutes on the treadmill (25 minutes running)
8 minutes of abs
7 minutes of stretching

[nfracer]

ONLY 7 MILES:eek: I GUESS THAT MAKES MY 2.5 MILES I RAN TODAY LOOK LIKE NOTHING!

2 1/2 miles???? from the girl who thought she could "never" run? That's awesome! I am proud of you dahling! Have fun at your dinner...I made pizza for my seminar and LOVED it (see, I never make fancy things but am going to try one or more new things a week and try to tempt the family....a whole other issue I will save for my blog!!!)
BDraw-I am proud of you too! Keep on keepin' on!
That goes for all of you! Get a good hard work out in this week end!

Tomorrow is the long haul for me! I am trying to log 50+ miles a week. So far so good as long as tomorrow is 20ish:cool: Hopefully I can go outside but I doubt it due to darkness!!!! If I wait till daylight I'll be gone all morning and I'd rather not run the day away!!!!;)

[Morn]

[QUOTE=nfracer;375311]2 1/2 miles???? from the girl who thought she could "never" run? That's awesome! I am proud of you dahling! Have fun at your dinner...I made pizza for my seminar and LOVED it (see, I never make fancy things but am going to try one or more new things a week and try to tempt the family....a whole other issue I will save for my blog!!!)
BDraw-I am proud of you too! Keep on keepin' on!
That goes for all of you! Get a good hard work out in this week end!

QUOTE]

Yeah for whatever reason running is hard for me mentally. I think it was because before when I was heavy it was just too much pounding on my joints also I was such a big chested person it was just too much movement for the girls and me. If you know what I mean.:D But I also ran on a flex deck in the gym - not sure if my body could handle hard pavement.

[maui_butterfly]

tabata drills (20sec high intensity work, 10 sec rest. repeat 8x. try not to cry):

squats
kettlebell two arm swings 26lbs


the rest of it...

pushups 10x
fitball crunches 50x
fitball back extensions w/twist 20x
kettlebell two handed windmills 10x/side, 15lbs/26lbs
turkish getups 5x/side 15lbs
fitball leg extensions 35x
kettlebell seated figure 8s 3sets of 35x, 15lbs
tricep presses 10x/side 10lbs
kettlebell iron crosses 5x, 10lbs (ouch!)
fitball hip lifts 3 sets of 25x


my legs are so shakey today from the tabata squats that i'm afraid i might go down for the count! but it feels great, too. i love being sore the next day from a great workout!

[fitme]

Not very successful exercise today. Woke at 5:30 to do a yoga DVD and so did my 5 and 4 year old boys. They were not very condusive to yoga They wanted to do it with me, they wanted milk, they were fighting....you get the picture. I maybe got 25 minutes in before I cried uncle and went to get in the shower! Hoping to do a long bike ride outside this weekend. MAybe a jog too...we'll see

[starborne]

fitme -- Good lord ! Your boys were up at that hour?? !! ?? I'd say you did *really* well in getting in 25 min. !

[starborne]

Gosh, everyone is doing great !

I'm on Day 4 of a now motified MC (no maple syrup due to candida) so I've been detoxing pretty heavily. I still made it to the gym and did about 26 min. on the tread mill then walked about 45 min. shopping, and dang it -- I'm counting that as part of my exercise for the day!!

Tomorrow I'll do more walking outside and hit the rebounder. My strength seems to be returning and the headaches are subsiding -- finally !

[lavendarJ]

Today I worked out at the gym and was really proud of myself. I first did my typical ½ hour on the stairmaster and another ½+ hour on the treadmill (5 minute warmup, 25 minutes running in the middle and 5 minutes at the end to cool down). This was for you DI!:) I got a good sweat going and I was proud of myself for venturing into running. It wasn't as bad as I thought mentally it would be. I think I still have a bit of the mantality of a heavy person cause mentally I still struggle so much with exercise. Well Tonight I am going to a rawfood potluck and bringing my a couple of raw pizza's I made. I always look forward to that.

Today’s exercise: 1 hour and 15 minutes

30 minutes on the stairmaster
35 minutes on the treadmill (25 minutes running)
8 minutes of abs
7 minutes of stretching

That is cool Morn!

[lavendarJ]

just cardio night tonight... pilates (technically, still friday here)

[lavendarJ]

Happy Saturday to Everyone!

I am going to be pretty busy today with a lot of ripping and running. Today's workout will have to be something fun. If it does get up to 50 degreee today like it is supposed to I might shoot for some brisk walking outside if it's not to dark after the women's meeting...

[Morn]

Today is my company's work holiday party and we are playing wallyball. So that will be my exercise today. I should get 2-3 hours of straight playing in. Every time I play the next day my arms and quads are sore so hopefully I will not feel it tomorrow too badly. I love playing so today's exercise is more like just having fun. But I always seem to work up a sweat doing so so I still count it as exercise.
:)

[fitme]

Went for an hour bike ride this morning outside and it was just beautiful! Shorts and a t-shirt! Have a great day everyone!

[oai]

i walk everyday. :D sometimes i'll throw in a run & more cardio. i might want to try yoga again. :cool:

everyone keep it up! have a great weekend! *smooch!* ;)

[nfracer]

Today was my long run...19 miles baby! I love it.....gotta get my 50 a week you know!!! Feel good and am enjoying zuccini w/marinara right now! Mmmmmmmmmmmm, finally exploring recipes and the interest level MAY be perking up in the family!!!!! Have a great evening friends!
Di;)

[crystalmoon]

Hi everyone, sorry I havent been checking in daily. Ive been mainly walking & rebounding. Ordered a gym step that should arrive monday evening so the plan is no more sitting on my backside when Im watching tv or dvds...steps galore in store for me!

[starborne]

Morn - Wallyball! How fun! Exercise definitely includes fun stuff, in fact, it's my belief that in order to stick to any kind of program, one must find something one enjoys !

Fitme- Shorts and T-shirt - how lovely! I've been fasting (now day 5) and I've been freezing all day long, and it wasn't that cold here at the foothills of Blue Ridge mountains today. Like 50 .

Oai - I'm with you. I've been walking everyday. I'm pacing myself during the fast and keeping my exercising to walking right now. I get in about 50 minutes worth a day.

NFracer - 19 miles ! Gawd you go girl !

[lavendarJ]

Happy Sunday!

Resting day..just wanted to say HEY!!!

[rawfigure]

Today was my long run...19 miles baby! I love it.....gotta get my 50 a week you know!!! Feel good and am enjoying zuccini w/marinara right now! Mmmmmmmmmmmm, finally exploring recipes and the interest level MAY be perking up in the family!!!!! Have a great evening friends!
Di;)

Awesome nfracer !

Yesterday I did a Reebox Step Tape and today I think I will do the Cathe Step and Circuits.

I have been around too much cooked food for THREE DAYS, I had a dinner to go to Thur (Restaurant), Friday (here) and last night our Gourmet Club. So I have had some cooked food :rolleyes: the last few days and my Gut is not happy ! I am amazed the most meals have little raw food available ! So the next week I am juicing and cleansing !

[oai]

my! i think i just read someone running 19 miles?!!! realigns glasses on nose! i did i did! ;)

reebok stepping. i remember doing that. it was a lot of fun. my thighs were feeling it. :p

i haven't done anything vigorous yet, & i definitely get my hour walk in.

good day everyone!

[Nini]

Boy you gals are really workin' it!!

I joined Zumba last week. It kicked my butt twice last week...but it was awesome!

I am joining the Y tomorrow (I'm psyched!), so I plan on going there, too.

[Morn]

Today was my long run...19 miles baby! I love it.....gotta get my 50 a week you know!!! Feel good and am enjoying zuccini w/marinara right now! Mmmmmmmmmmmm, finally exploring recipes and the interest level MAY be perking up in the family!!!!! Have a great evening friends!
Di;)

How long does it take you to run 19 miles?

[starborne]

Happy Sunday!

Resting day..just wanted to say HEY!!!

Resting day for me too. But dang, I worked so hard giving a 2 hour deep massage, I feel I got an upper body workout. And that was with NO food !

[nfracer]

Today was awesome! :D I got my family to try a "raw meal!".and they LIKED IT!!!!!!! Yeah!!!!!!!!!!!! If you don't know, my 5 kids and dh are reluctant to give up SAD....I vented in my BLOG and took the advice of someone to start small so I let my daughter Kayla go through Alissa's book w/me yesterday and we decided on a "Mexican theme" dh is part Spanish.so we made corn tortillas "sausage" refried beans, nacho cheese (thanks Morn!);) BTW nacho cheese was the BIGGEST hit! and for dessert apple pie......I was stuffed but a good stuffed and HAPPY that they enjoyed it! OK, this is supposed to be about exercise.....sorry
I "slept in" and then went to the YMCA for a nice long swim....refreshing....now I'm off to the sauna with planner in hand... 30 min. in the sauna each night is where I plan out my next day/week......Oh happy day!!!!! Have a great week all!

[fitme]

hi all,
Having a rest day too.....love them! My hubby just left town for a week so that always cramps my workout "style". I'm going to have to get creative this week! Wish me luck....and two cooperative kids!

[nfracer]

Morn- My "long run" does take a few hours so even on a Saturday I drag my butt outta bed at 3 and give myself a little longer to get going and then I do.....and the family starts perking up well into it....sometimes I even do it before all are up! which is always amazing to me! But, they're all used to it by now and "give me my time!" It's just a part of my routine and they know it! "Don't mess with mom when she's running.......or else:eek: !


hi all,
Having a rest day too.....love them! My hubby just left town for a week so that always cramps my workout "style". I'm going to have to get creative this week! Wish me luck....and two cooperative kids!

I forgot how old (young) your kids are but can you incorporate them into your workout? When all else fails crank the stereo and dance with them....Kids always LOVE watching mommys make complete fools of themselves and have fun!!!!! just a thought;)

[OneBite@aTime]

Good Monday Morning to all-wanted to check in today and commit to my daily exercise-so here I am-today is a fun day-I have a 1 1/2 hour yoga class tonight at 7.
Have a great day!

[summer12]

Did Yoga on Saturday and ran 7 miles on Sunday. I have never in my life run 7 miles ever. I just cannot believe it. Something in my mind clicked and I'm not giving in to all my negative self talk that I usually have. So here we go week 3 and I'm planning on running 19 miles this week. :o Have a good week everbody.

[nfracer]

Did Yoga on Saturday and ran 7 miles on Sunday. I have never in my life run 7 miles ever. I just cannot believe it. Something in my mind clicked and I'm not giving in to all my negative self talk that I usually have. So here we go week 3 and I'm planning on running 19 miles this week. :o Have a good week everbody.

RAWK ON!!!!!!!!!!!!! You are doing awesome, make that RAWSOME! Just look in that mirror and give yourself a smile and a wink! POSITIVE THINKING does wonders! ;)

I was pokey getting started today but finished strong. I rented a movie yesterday to watch while running and it really made the time fly by! I shall do THAT more often!!!! esp. on a Monday!!! I tend to....drag....getting back to the grind!
Sounds to me like many of you are transforming into runners!!!! Yeah! You can do whatever you put your mind to!!!! So, does this mean you will come to nny in August for the 10K race?????? details coming soon!!!!!!!!!!!

[oai]

i woke up, stretched & ran. ;) i had a little boo-boo w/ my mp3 player though. the speakers i had attached it to couldn't get any louder. so all i heard was my feet thump, thump, thumping on the treadmill. :o

note to self: attach the mp3 player to speakers that can go louder. :D

running while watching a video?! that's a good idea! :eek: i wonder if i can attach my laptop somewhere near the treadmill. hm...