13 days until Christmas. How do you cope with holiday weight gain?
I go ahead and indulge in a taste or two or just nibble while keeping in mind that those delectable holiday goodies are laden with tons of calories. I carefully pick and choose my 'poison'.
If you over indulge, don't worry too much. Enjoy yourself. Enjoy your family and friends and co-workers. January is the time to re-focus your healthy lifestyle, shed some pounds, and gain new perspective on what you want out of your life.
Now, I'm not saying eat everything in sight. Think about it. That's completely defeating your purpose. I'm saying enjoy yourself.
Nor do I support making new years resolutions, I'm saying re-focus. My resolution is no resolution. You set yourself up to fail when you resolve to do something without a plan on how to get there. A resolution is not a plan of any kind, it's a wish. Usually an unrealistic one.
Now onto some personal news. Damn it I'm back at 208. Yesterday was the first time I felt like working out since I became sick last month and I couldn't even make it through the first 20 minutes of Pilates for ANY Body. That used to be my easy workout. Nor could I make it through Aerobic Striptease warm up and THAT IS AN EASY WORKOUT!!!! My heart just couldn't take the deliberate upswing in activity.
I know I need to ease back into it, but you'd think I could still handle the easy things. Even walking across the store at work has become a trial. Sigh.
How's everyone else doing?
I had hoped to hostess some kind of give away and contest this month but that's not possible with my health issues. I just don't feel up to it. So I'm going to set a tentative contest/giveaway thing in January. So keep tuned in.
Happy healthy safe Holiday Greetings to you all.
Monday, December 12, 2011
Monday, November 21, 2011
A very disgusting post
If you are a guy, this is a female menses post, it is graphic, do not read if you are squeamish in any way shape or form. If you're still reading at this point you have been warned.
I should have known what was wrong a long time ago. But being the stubborn, most famous 'in denial' person I know, I wouldn't allow my self to think it let alone admit it. In letting my tight regimen of supplements, healthy foods no matter what they cost, and exercise routines slip by the wayside, I had let the devil in the front door.
Last week he took full possesssion (no not the head turning vomit spewing type of possession). My body went into full melt down mode and I landed in the hospital with a falling hematacrit score, blood running unchecked from my (unknowingly) diseased uterus, and the headache/headcold from hell to boot.
I spent two and a half days in the hospital on IV to keep my body pumped full of fluid, received 1 transfusion, and a D&C. And I still had the headache from hell, turns out I'm sensitive to the antibiotics I was given plus the side effects of the antibiotics was...guess what....headache.
I kept going over and over in my head, between he skull splitting throbs, how did I get into this shape? My period had been light, and utterly predictable. My new gynecologist had the answer. My body hadn't been getting the signal to release my uterine lining so what i got was a light regular period and a huge build up of lining until it couldn't hold any more resulting in bleeds/spotting which became worse the longer I was on my feet, then it started shedding some of the excess lining which occurred every single time I moved. Not small pieces either, CHUNKS, great big fist sized CHUNKS.
I bleed through 40 Always Infinity overnight pads in less than 24 hours. Tampons? Forget it, they just came right back out.
I was half asleep (more like unconscious) when the gynecologist on call came in to have a look at me. A couple of hours later I awakened in recovery with the news that I had multiple HUGE fibroids, she had removed a huge amount of uterine lining and that she was shocked I hadn't had more problems than I had.
I accredit that to trying to live a healthy lifestyle but I forgot that at my age I have to be ever vigile. I'm no spring chicken. My female family history isn't stellar in regards to vaginal/uterine health and I should have been paying better attention.
That said, my next step is one of 3 choices, fibroid embolization, uterine ablation, or hysterectomy. I 'd prefer to go in that order. Hormone therapy/birth control is off the table as the side effects can be as bad as the problem itself.
I came away tired, bloated (to the tune of 20 pounds TWENTY!) my feet didn't even fit into the shoes I'd worn into the hospital, eesh! and ready to tackle the problem head on. I'm just not sure of the approach and I don't like uncertainty. I know as many people happy that they'd had a hysterectomy as those who regret the decision. As much as I regret the decision to have my tubes tied, I'm thinking the later 2 of the three choices will only worsen the regret.
Wednesday, the day before Thanksgiving, is decision day and I hope I make the right one.
I should have known what was wrong a long time ago. But being the stubborn, most famous 'in denial' person I know, I wouldn't allow my self to think it let alone admit it. In letting my tight regimen of supplements, healthy foods no matter what they cost, and exercise routines slip by the wayside, I had let the devil in the front door.
Last week he took full possesssion (no not the head turning vomit spewing type of possession). My body went into full melt down mode and I landed in the hospital with a falling hematacrit score, blood running unchecked from my (unknowingly) diseased uterus, and the headache/headcold from hell to boot.
I spent two and a half days in the hospital on IV to keep my body pumped full of fluid, received 1 transfusion, and a D&C. And I still had the headache from hell, turns out I'm sensitive to the antibiotics I was given plus the side effects of the antibiotics was...guess what....headache.
I kept going over and over in my head, between he skull splitting throbs, how did I get into this shape? My period had been light, and utterly predictable. My new gynecologist had the answer. My body hadn't been getting the signal to release my uterine lining so what i got was a light regular period and a huge build up of lining until it couldn't hold any more resulting in bleeds/spotting which became worse the longer I was on my feet, then it started shedding some of the excess lining which occurred every single time I moved. Not small pieces either, CHUNKS, great big fist sized CHUNKS.
I bleed through 40 Always Infinity overnight pads in less than 24 hours. Tampons? Forget it, they just came right back out.
I was half asleep (more like unconscious) when the gynecologist on call came in to have a look at me. A couple of hours later I awakened in recovery with the news that I had multiple HUGE fibroids, she had removed a huge amount of uterine lining and that she was shocked I hadn't had more problems than I had.
I accredit that to trying to live a healthy lifestyle but I forgot that at my age I have to be ever vigile. I'm no spring chicken. My female family history isn't stellar in regards to vaginal/uterine health and I should have been paying better attention.
That said, my next step is one of 3 choices, fibroid embolization, uterine ablation, or hysterectomy. I 'd prefer to go in that order. Hormone therapy/birth control is off the table as the side effects can be as bad as the problem itself.
I came away tired, bloated (to the tune of 20 pounds TWENTY!) my feet didn't even fit into the shoes I'd worn into the hospital, eesh! and ready to tackle the problem head on. I'm just not sure of the approach and I don't like uncertainty. I know as many people happy that they'd had a hysterectomy as those who regret the decision. As much as I regret the decision to have my tubes tied, I'm thinking the later 2 of the three choices will only worsen the regret.
Wednesday, the day before Thanksgiving, is decision day and I hope I make the right one.
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
UGh. I hate cold.
My goal is determined. I started working on my book. I have mixed feelings about it since I've been in epic fail mode of late.
I'm just going to plunge ahead and get back on track. The book is actually going well despite my misgivings.
I still don't feel well and this dreary cold damp fall is not doing anything to help my mood. Seasonal Affective disorder much?
Actually it may be the lack of sunshine which may mean a membership at the local tanning beds. I've been tempted to try the infrared sauna and body wraps are beginning to appeal to me again so yeah, salon here I come. It may be the bump I need to get back on track as well as beginning to work on my book.
I'm just going to plunge ahead and get back on track. The book is actually going well despite my misgivings.
I still don't feel well and this dreary cold damp fall is not doing anything to help my mood. Seasonal Affective disorder much?
Actually it may be the lack of sunshine which may mean a membership at the local tanning beds. I've been tempted to try the infrared sauna and body wraps are beginning to appeal to me again so yeah, salon here I come. It may be the bump I need to get back on track as well as beginning to work on my book.
Monday, October 31, 2011
Things I've Learned
I have much touted the effectiveness of Anne Louise Gittleman's (ALG)Perimenopause zappers solution so you would think I'd pay attention to my own advice, right? Apparently not. I've lapsed back into malaise. My lower back hurts from lack of the core strengthening exercises pilates offers. My waist is no longer as trim as it was, granted it's still there, but I've gained inches there instead of pounds. My period is out of whack. A month long cycle after years, yes, years of having it under control using ALG's solution and here I am right back where I started, minus the weight.
It's time for some motivation that I lack. Don't get me wrong I'm still pissed off at my husband which is probably why my weight isn't inching back up. I want to make excuses. I do. But when it comes right down to it, there is no excuse for it.
I wanted to post my before and after picture to motivate myself but it seems there is some kind of block on the library comp that I'm using so I can't do that.
So.
If you have some moving words of motivation you'd like to shoot my way, I'd love to hear from you.
I'm thinking it may be time to set a goal...not a lofty one...perhaps start training to do another 5k next year with a better finish time?
Aim for that bikini that I didn't fit into because I'd stopped exercising.
Hmmm, I don't know.
It's time for some motivation that I lack. Don't get me wrong I'm still pissed off at my husband which is probably why my weight isn't inching back up. I want to make excuses. I do. But when it comes right down to it, there is no excuse for it.
I wanted to post my before and after picture to motivate myself but it seems there is some kind of block on the library comp that I'm using so I can't do that.
So.
If you have some moving words of motivation you'd like to shoot my way, I'd love to hear from you.
I'm thinking it may be time to set a goal...not a lofty one...perhaps start training to do another 5k next year with a better finish time?
Aim for that bikini that I didn't fit into because I'd stopped exercising.
Hmmm, I don't know.
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
All sorts of stuff
Still battling the kidney infection with round 2 of antibiotics. I feel rather bleh still.
So what have I been doing in the way of exercise while feeling bleh? Carmen Electra's Aerobic Striptease. It's easy and FUN! And no, you don't get nekkid. By the time you're done with the video you've been thoroughly warmed up, stretched out, and definitely have a pumped up heart rate. I love it and can't wait to lay hands on the next one in the series.
Review of one of Carmen Electra's Exercise Videos
I have become even more sensitive to almost all foods. This is not good. I'm probably going to have to be tested for diabetes. After all the work I've put into avoiding diabetes I can't believe I may still fall victim to the disease. Let's hope not.
The hubby is still gaining weight which concerns me, but I can't make him do anything about it. It has to be his decision.
Otherwise, shakeology rocks. I still don't like the greenberry but I can tolerate it. The chocolate on the other hand is DELICIOUS! If I only had $119 a month to order it.
So, how's everyone else doing out there?
So what have I been doing in the way of exercise while feeling bleh? Carmen Electra's Aerobic Striptease. It's easy and FUN! And no, you don't get nekkid. By the time you're done with the video you've been thoroughly warmed up, stretched out, and definitely have a pumped up heart rate. I love it and can't wait to lay hands on the next one in the series.
Review of one of Carmen Electra's Exercise Videos
I have become even more sensitive to almost all foods. This is not good. I'm probably going to have to be tested for diabetes. After all the work I've put into avoiding diabetes I can't believe I may still fall victim to the disease. Let's hope not.
The hubby is still gaining weight which concerns me, but I can't make him do anything about it. It has to be his decision.
Otherwise, shakeology rocks. I still don't like the greenberry but I can tolerate it. The chocolate on the other hand is DELICIOUS! If I only had $119 a month to order it.
So, how's everyone else doing out there?
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
No wonder I haven't felt all that great
Finally broke down and went to the walk in clinic. I have a raging kidney infection. My only symptoms have been headache, nausea, and exhaustion. I've slept almost 14 hours a day for the last 2 weeks and still woke up feeling as though I hadn't slept at all. I had chalked it up to my chronic anemia acting up. WRONG! For once my red blood cell counts were normal. They haven't been normal in years.
This is probably the cause behind my 'blues' as well. When you're sick, you're sick. No amount of exercise or supplements will help if you have an infection running unchecked in your system. Hopefully I'll be back up to par in a week or so.
This is probably the cause behind my 'blues' as well. When you're sick, you're sick. No amount of exercise or supplements will help if you have an infection running unchecked in your system. Hopefully I'll be back up to par in a week or so.
Monday, October 10, 2011
When you get the blues
Weight loss and self esteem fly out the window. I haven't felt well in a couple of weeks. I don't have the cash so I can't afford my supplements that I had been taking to kick start my aging body's producton of hormones and am now on a downward spiral with the hormones or lack of hormones playing havoc with my body. Same for all the fresh fruits and veggies. Out of season and unbelievably EXPENSIVE!
My back hurts. Actually my entire body hurts, muscles and all. I'm tired, run down and just want to sleep all the time. I'm embarrassed to say I've gained back ten punds. :( and my period is all out of whack. Fortunately not heavy just picking and chosing when it wants to 'arrive' and disappear leaving me in a funk mostly from hormonal fluctuations, I think.
So here I am. It's getting cold outside and that has taken a bite out of my get outside and move mantra though I have a new puppy who borders on ADHD, heavy emphasis on the "H" part. He forces me to have to go outside with him and do a few laps around the house. He's a 8 week old, huge 22 pound Great Pyrenees mix.
I did pick up a new DVD. Promise not to laugh?
Carmen Electra's Aerobic Striptease. DVD 1. It's a very easy workout. So much so that I'm almost bored with it and ready for the more challenging of the other FIVE dvd's that accompany it. Though the 3rd routine is a bit of a challenge since I don't really ahve the agility to get ont he floor and back up quite the way she and her co-hosts do...but then they've been at it for a while and I'm a newb' lol!
I enjoy the DVD. My son said 'mom you look ridiculous', so I made him leave the room. My husband isn't the least bit curious about the new video. It isn't a bad video or workout routine. They don't show anything or do anything that the title implies. It's a lightweight aerobic routine with some sultry moves tossed in. Now the others. I've not watched, mostly because I can only afford one at a time.
When I feel like working out it's Suzanne Deason's STability Ball for beginners, Belly Dance for Fat Burning,and Aerobic Striptease,pretty much in that order.. I'll toss in some weights for good measure sometimes. I just don't have the heart for it lately.
My back hurts. Actually my entire body hurts, muscles and all. I'm tired, run down and just want to sleep all the time. I'm embarrassed to say I've gained back ten punds. :( and my period is all out of whack. Fortunately not heavy just picking and chosing when it wants to 'arrive' and disappear leaving me in a funk mostly from hormonal fluctuations, I think.
So here I am. It's getting cold outside and that has taken a bite out of my get outside and move mantra though I have a new puppy who borders on ADHD, heavy emphasis on the "H" part. He forces me to have to go outside with him and do a few laps around the house. He's a 8 week old, huge 22 pound Great Pyrenees mix.
I did pick up a new DVD. Promise not to laugh?
Carmen Electra's Aerobic Striptease. DVD 1. It's a very easy workout. So much so that I'm almost bored with it and ready for the more challenging of the other FIVE dvd's that accompany it. Though the 3rd routine is a bit of a challenge since I don't really ahve the agility to get ont he floor and back up quite the way she and her co-hosts do...but then they've been at it for a while and I'm a newb' lol!
I enjoy the DVD. My son said 'mom you look ridiculous', so I made him leave the room. My husband isn't the least bit curious about the new video. It isn't a bad video or workout routine. They don't show anything or do anything that the title implies. It's a lightweight aerobic routine with some sultry moves tossed in. Now the others. I've not watched, mostly because I can only afford one at a time.
When I feel like working out it's Suzanne Deason's STability Ball for beginners, Belly Dance for Fat Burning,and Aerobic Striptease,pretty much in that order.. I'll toss in some weights for good measure sometimes. I just don't have the heart for it lately.
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