I recored my voice last week to document my changes on T. I'm going to do it every week or 2 for awhile. However, I can't seem to find a way to post them on here. It's quite frustrating. I have one more idea that I'll try, but I'm about ready to give up.
Anyways. Things are going well. I'm noticing a few things already that are slight changes/adjustments I'm attributing to the T.
I have a slightly decreased appetite. I am finding it easier to eat smaller portions, and to stop myself from eating "too much" and indulging in extras. That's a blessing, for sure!
I've also noticed a slight increase in my energy. I don't second guess getting up, going, moving or doing. I have always felt like being active, and being busy, but my weight detered me. In the past, it was easy to convince myself to stay put or I'd feel pained and strained after exurcison. Recently, I find myself not hesitating long enough to consider that; I just do it. It's a really refreshing and energizing feeling. (Though, my back is hurting tonight from hefting this weight after Lucy today.)
I'm going to set myself a schedule tomorrow for getting to the gym. I'm going to use this push of energy in my favor. I'm aiming for 3-4 days at the YMCA. It'll probably be 3 for now. I'm also considering (and this is a BIG stretch) trying to run 2 times a week. Just a little. A short jog/run around the block here. I'd like to build a tolerance up and I think it will put an edge on my weight loss. My thought at this point is to use the "Couch to 5k" program for that, just low key.
I'll keep you updated on my progress. Any recommendations are appreciated. :)
Eli,
ReplyDeleteI've done Couch to 5K a couple times. It's biggest strength is it's biggest drawback. That is it is so accessible. You start out in week 1 doing 60 seconds running and 90 seconds walking. By week "9" you're running 30 min with no break.
The important thing is to listen to your body, if it hurts, then stop, if things "feel" weird, then stop. If you are just tired and don't feel like running anymore, stop sometimes, but not everytime.
The issue I had with C25K was that I finished and running 30 min non-stop felt like "such a big deal" I wouldn't run any further. I didn't believe in my body or my knee to carry me through. That's improving.
In short, C25K is a great starter program, but I thought it really could have benefitted from a transition program to "more serious running" when you were/are finished.
You CAN do it.
Thanks Jim. My 2 biggest fears with it are my knee and ... well, being seen. I don't want to be known as the fat guy who can't run around the block. :P I'll keep you updated on how it goes. (No, I haven't started yet.)
ReplyDeleteWere you ever a runner before C25K? I don't think I really know how to run. lol
Blogger has blasted two page-long comments now. So now you get the haiku version.
ReplyDeleteI ran in high school.
Traded it for beer and girls.
Just listen to your body.
Maybe a second haiku.
Now I'm a father.
I want to live forever.
To see my girls shine.
One last one.
I get over my fear
by thinking of my girls
and not being an invalid.
When they're older of course.
I love haikus. :) Thanks man!! And you're right, that is the ULTIMATE motivation ... I have to live forever for Lucy (and future kiddos lol)
ReplyDeleteYeah, they were internet haikus which pretty much meant they were not real haikus but instead so-so facsimilies of the same.
ReplyDeleteAt any rate, best of luck and if you want to yak it out gimme a call. I just finished my first 5-k since last year on Sat and am regularly and comfortably pounding out 3 miles at 285 right now.