Week 3

This week I managed to work out three times. On Monday I took a zumba class which was fun, but I was very tired! Tuesday I spent 45 minutes on a stationary bike so that I could do some reading for my class. I ended up biking 6.5 miles! Then on Friday I met my friend before class and we swam some laps. I forgot how good of a workout swimming is! Needless to say it tired me out and my arms were very sore. I hope to swim twice a week when the school year starts but I am not sure how that will work with my dog. The next few weeks I will be on vacation and some friends are visiting so I'm not sure how well my habits will hold up!

Week 3 and total change:
Date: June 29
Weight: 116.6lbs  -2.4lbs
Waist: 29in  -1.5in
Hips: 32in   -2.5in
Thighs: 21in  +0.5in

Week 2

What a week! After a hard week 1, I was aiming for 3 workout days this week. Well I only got in two. Monday I went to a zumba class with my friend on campus. It was not as intense as some other zumba class I've taken, but it was a lot of fun and I worked up a sweat so it was a good workout. Wednesday I took a barre class. I had never taken one of these before but I was a ballet dancer from age 3-18 so I know a bit about barre. My ankles are very week and my muscles that are used in a barre class were very out of shape! It was a very good workout though. Many times during class my muscle were shaking they were working so hard! They only bad thing was it made me miss ballet even more than I have been. I hope I can find a studio to take a class in the fall. On Friday my plan was to workout but I ended up getting sick and spent the whole weekend in bed. So again this week I only got in two work outs. I am setting the goal of four for next week and I am determined to make it! I also found a really cool youtube video of an ab workout I want to try! (See video below) With that said here are the numbers for this week.


Week 2 and Total Change
Date: June 22
Weight: 116.8lbs -2.2lbs
Waist: 29in -1.5in
Hips: 32in -2.5in
Thighs: 21in +0.5in 

   

Week 1

Oh goodness this week was tough. When I share my daily routine you will see why. I set out to work out 6 out of 7 days a week. This week I ended up working out 2 out of 7 days. However, I did not eat very many carbs. It seems as though I ended up eating pretty healthy for me this week and ended up doing okay despite my lack of exercise. I have been creating protein shakes in the morning and using vegetables as well as fruit. I have also added local honey to help me with my allergies. I haven't had to take any allergy medicine for a few weeks now! For week 2 I am going to go to a zumba class Monday morning with one of my friends before our class. Wednesday I am going to go to a barre class after my summer academic class. And Friday I may try zumba again after my academic class. I am optimistic about increasing the number of days that I exercise this coming week!

Protein shake!

Morning routine
4am wake up
4:15am hour long workout following the workout schedule
5:15am shower and get ready for the day
6:15am take the dog for a walk
6:30am have breakfast
7:!5am leave for class
8:10am-10am class

End of week 1 measurements
Date: July 15th
Weight: 117.9lbs    -1.1lbs
Waist: 29.5in    -1in
Hips: 33.5in    -1in
Thighs:20.5in    no change

Starting Numbers

I want to make clear I am not doing this to lose weight. I do not think I am "fat" but I do have fat; there is a difference. I want to gain muscle and I would love to have a six pack. If I lose weight I lose weight. I am more concerned with getting rid of the excess fat around my waist and thighs while gaining muscle. With that said, here are my starting numbers!

Date: June 8th
Weight: 119lbs
Waist: 30.5in
Hips: 34.5in
Thighs: 20.5in

 

Creating a Habit

There is the myth that it takes 21 days to create a habit. That's it. 21 days until you are able to keep up with that exercise plan, or new diet without thinking about. But 21 days is a myth. New research has come out that says on average it takes about 66 days to create a habit. How Long Does It Actually Take to Form a New Habit? (Backed by Science) So I embark on creating two new habits. The first is exercising 6 days a week. The second will be to cut out carbs, artificial sugars, and dairy from my diet. I've created a workout plan that will give me at least 45 minutes of exercise a day. This habit shouldn't be too difficult for me as I use to run every day. While doing this I am going to limit carbs, artificial sugars, and dairy to one meal and one snack a day. Now I should say what I mean by carbs. I am going to continue to eat fruits, veggies, and beans. But the "bread" and grain carbs are the ones I am going to cut out. Eventually, I would like to take part in the Whole30. They do not recommend that you start the Whole30 and a new exercise program at the same time. So I am going to start with exercising and limiting the carbs, artificial sugars, and dairy for about 30 days and then I will do the Whole30 as well. Hopefully all goes well as I embark on this adventure to better my health and wellness!!