JOGGLERS APRIL 2013

Hi Ladies,

I took a rest day on Friday.

Saturday I did a 5K race in a small town. It was a small race as well but a pretty course and flat. I got my 2nd best 5K time and took 2nd place in my age group. My friend took 1st place and my sister 3rd. We all had great times so we may be back next year.

This morning I ran 9 miles. I felt pretty good although I right leg as a little stiff. It is feeling better now.

Alisha ~ I'm glad your brother is better. The Orchid festival sounds like fun. Next week is our Rose Festival. It's a big deal here and they have lots of activities planned. I usually do the 10K run and that's all.

Tricia ~ Congratulations on your workout! I'm glad you got some answers to your "reset" issues. Change is always hard.
 
Evening ladies.

Jane - So glad you guys had a great race on Saturday and that you still got in a nice 9 miler today! Your Rose festival sounds like it would be a fun festival too!

I had a pretty terrible day. Simon died suddenly this morning. I'm only grateful to have been there with him through his last moments, but it has broken my heart. He was only 12. We got him in June of 2001 in North Carolina and he was such a timid and tiny thing! Because I wasn't working at the time and Stephen was home a lot then, we were able to hold him a lot while he was little so he got used to lots of people time! He became the most cuddly and personable kitty. He had to always be with us or in our laps and slept with me a lot of nights.

We will miss him so much! Just the fearsome beagles left now! lol I don't know when I'll be able to take his food bowl off the counter and take out his litter boxes and clean them up and pack them away, but I can't bring myself to do any of it right now.

We had a date scheduled to play golf today, so we went and played 18. Kept us busy and our minds off things. Stephen is working on school stuff again now and I'm just watching tv and doing laundry.

I so don't want to go to work tomorrow, but my attorney is back from Florida tomorrow and he's been gone at least 3 weeks, so I can't not be there or he'll drive everyone else mad.

Alisha - I hope you've had a lovely day!

Tomorrow, I'll be back on the schedule I planned for my workouts again. Weights M,W,F and Insanity T, Th giving myself 2 days off on the weekends for golf and sailing - if they ever get the boat ready at the marina.

Stephen ended up going to the marina before heading to school on Friday and talked to the guy about getting the boat ready. Keep your fingers crossed that they get it up before mid-summer. Sheesh. :confused:
 
Tricia-
syzygy314 said:
Alisha - Glad your brother is feeling a bit better!

You know, I was wondering about the difference between calories and nutrition. Theoretically, if you ate 100% required nutrients, but your calorie intake was only 800, would you be okay or does the body still need a certain number of calories to function in addition to the proper amount of nutrition? In other words, are they equal or two different things operating together to create the right balance?

I don't know what gymnema is, but I'll google it.

I think this is what is happening and I just have not been prepared to deal with it. Now that I know what's going on, I think I can start dealing with it.
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You still need the calories regardless of the 'nutrients' because otherwise your body will go into starvation mode, will lower your metabolism, your sex drive will take a dive, your body temperature will drop, you will get brittle hair/nails/skin. Basically, its bad news. So what you need to remember is that calories are a part of nutrition. Thats why we don't just take a multivitamin, drink water, and call it a day. Now, in theory if you got all of your nutrition you might be able to get by with getting your remaining calories from healthy fats, but I have not had good success with eliminating carbs completely. I developed all of the symptoms of eating subcalorically. So, for me it seems to be a balancing act.

This is the gymnema.

I take this one because its standardized.
 
lioness said:
Hi Ladies,

I took a rest day on Friday.

Saturday I did a 5K race in a small town. It was a small race as well but a pretty course and flat. I got my 2nd best 5K time and took 2nd place in my age group. My friend took 1st place and my sister 3rd. We all had great times so we may be back next year.

This morning I ran 9 miles. I felt pretty good although I right leg as a little stiff. It is feeling better now.

Alisha ~ I'm glad your brother is better. The Orchid festival sounds like fun. Next week is our Rose Festival. It's a big deal here and they have lots of activities planned. I usually do the 10K run and that's all.
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Congrats on the race!! Great job on your 9 miles. I am glad your leg is feeling better now. That Rose Festival sounds like fun.
 
syzygy314 said:
I had a pretty terrible day. Simon died suddenly this morning. I'm only grateful to have been there with him through his last moments, but it has broken my heart.

Alisha - I hope you've had a lovely day!
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I am so sorry for your loss. The loss of a kitty is a very sad one indeed. I cried for weeks when I lost Jon The Cat. I had her since I was 11. :(:(She passed away when I was 28 during the heat storm. <hugs>

I will cross my fingers for your boat. I hope its ready soon.

I had a peaceful day. Yesterday was hard with the funeral and all, but today was a rest day. I didn't even workout. I will go for a joggle tomorrow morning. I just have to get back in the habit of doing that.
 
Alisha - So sorry you had to go to a funeral. I went back thinking I'd missed something, but I didn't see where you posted anything.

You know, I really wondered about that because a few raw food people claim that calories don't matter if you get the nutrition, but I always thought you needed energy to function and that is calories. Most of the raw foodists I know will eat all day, huge amounts of greens, but not too much healthy fats, nuts and seeds, but enough to boost the calories to cover their energy expenditures. Just needed a little validation, I think!

I find it hard to eat that much in one sitting! I tend to have to eat often!

It has been hard losing Simon so suddenly. Even Stephen cried and he doesn't cry - ever. I cry a lot, even during movies.

We golfed yesterday afternoon. We had planned it and reserved a tee time, so we went. Played 18 holes so we were out most of the day. I was lousy, but it was good to get out. I'm really sore today! I think 18 holes for my first outing was a bit much, especially since I haven't been working out much.

Have a good day Alisha!
 
syzygy314 said:
Alisha - So sorry you had to go to a funeral. I went back thinking I'd missed something, but I didn't see where you posted anything.

a few raw food people claim that calories don't matter if you get the nutrition, but I always thought you needed energy to function and that is calories.

It has been hard losing Simon so suddenly. Even Stephen cried and he doesn't cry - ever. I cry a lot, even during movies.
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I thought I had posted about Tammy and then my post wasn't on the forum:confused:

I always thought that way too, that we need energy to function.

I'm so sorry about Simon; poor Stephen, its hard to lose a fur buddy.

I think I will do Step Moves this afternoon. I have to put away a ton of laundry first. Its a good thing though because its got my workout clothes in it.:p

Jane- Did you get a good workout today?

Alisha
 
I missed posting yesterday. It was crazy busy at work and I just didn't feel like being on the computer last night.

I did do an upper body and ab workout. Tonight is a rest day.

Tricia ~ I'm so sorry to hear about Simon. It was good that you kept your golfing plans. Make sure to take care of yourself.

Alisha ~ You did post about Tammy because I remember she was the same age as Tricia and I. {{Hugs}}}.

Did you have a good walk and stretch?

I'm leaving work earlier today for a hair cut. YIPPEE!
 
Evening ladies!

Alisha - I had forgotten about Tammy! Sorry. Jane's post refreshed my memory. Hope you had a nice run/walk and stretch! Step Moves is a fun one! I do the same thing with laundry! Wash when I need it! lol

Jane - Ooh, are you doing something different with your hair or just "the usual?" I still haven't found anyone to cut my hair close enough or who won't charge me a fortune just to cut a few inches off without any wash, style, etc. I'm about to take the regular scissors to it again! Grrr!

Thank you ladies for your condolences. It has been really hard. I dreamed about Simon on Sunday night and Stephen said today he had a dream about him last night. Simon has visited us both to let us know he's okay.

The pups are keeping us busy, as is usual, so at least we're not alone.

I worked out tonight. Still didn't really feel like it. Last night I was totally drained and exhausted and just didn't/couldn't do anything. Tonight, I did XTrain CBS and 50 squats. Joined a friend in a squat challenge. Tomorrow should be an Insanity workout, so that should be easy to make myself do because there'll be no setup. It won't be easy at all though!

Stephen will be finished with classes in about another week. Yay! I'll be so glad!

Cuddling with the puppies and having a glass of wine. See you ladies tomorrow.
 
Good Morning!

I am going for a 4 mile run tonight. Then it will be rest days for Thursday and Friday as I have a 10K on Saturday. I would love to set a 10K PR because I have PR'd in all distances in the last year except for the 10K. This race would be extra special because it's in my hometown and it is where I currently hold my PR in the 10K. Also, this will be my 100th race since 2008 so I'm really excited about that.

Tricia ~ I'm glad you guys have the pups there to comfort you. YIPPEE for working out even though you didn't want to. Sometimes you just gotta do it.

I got the same style haircut but since I go every 3 months it always seems like something different. I love the guy who cuts my hair but he is expensive which is why I only go 4 times a year. Both my sisters go to him too. He is worth the $$$ though.

Hi Alisha. What is on the agenda for today?
 
Evening ladies!

Jane - Good plan for a two day rest! Good luck this weekend! I really hope you PR! That would just be awesome! I'll send some positive energy your way!

Alisha - Hope you had a good workout today. Enjoy your book club meeting!

I am off today from workouts. Tomorrow is XTrain Bis and Tris, plus my squats - 55.

Tough day at work today! Busy, which was the good part. We had a seminar on e-filing for Massachusetts documents for an hour and a half. The bad part was Martin (my attorney who goes back and forth to Florida) was a maniac today and going so fast that the very first thing he had me do, was wrong and I had to redo it because he keeps talking to me and trying to move to the next thing before I can finish the first! It's very frustrating! The afternoon was full with real estate work. He and one of the other attorneys almost got in a fight because Martin monopolizes and doesn't let anyone use me when he's like this. They are like 2 year olds sometimes! I hate that part of all of it! Well, at least I was busy which was the a relief because it's the first time in almost a month, maybe more! He's off to Florida again in this weekend for the last time, but everyone will be relieved when he's gone!

Hanging out with the pups tonight. Stephen is at school. Enjoying a glass of wine.

See you ladies tomorrow!
 
I am taking a rest day. I'm tired. I went to my old book club mtg. last night. I had taken a 6 month break from them. My friends were still great, my friend/barnacle was still a barnacle. Her bf committed suicide three years ago, and she is a very needy person. She was all tearful and said that I can't just disappear for 6 months, and I'm like well its nice to know that you care, but inside I'm like "get the f away from me, I don't want to be your source of emotional stability, I'm not your gf'. Gah. Anyway, she seems like she is not wanting me to do that because it would be another person leaving her, but she is volatile and a lot of people leave because of her personality. Her bf didn't, that was about his health, not about her. Anywhooo, its exhausting. I call these people 'black holes' and I am just not interested in that, she is the reason I left book club to begin with, and I'm just not going to go back. I will be seeing my friends separately and doing other things. She is such a drag I don't even want to go to HP events with her. Dang it. She turns everything into a college seminar and I just want to have fun without babysitting a 65 year old person with blood sugar problems and extreme type L (think accountants/engineers) issues and inability to communicate with or understand human beings.

sorry, that was ranty.

So, today is a rest day. I did tummy/legs yesterday. Either tomorrow will be a joggle or some other workout. The weather is great. Its sunny and warm. Perfect joggle weather. Or I could do a Jillian DVD.

Jane- Yesterday's agenda was workout, grocery shopping, work with Dad (hot weather, outside, sweat buckets.); go to book club, get miffed, come home do meditations all night because I was miffed.:rolleyes:

Your 100th race is a time for celebration. 'Its a celebration!!'

Tricia- I don't even get a hair cut these days, I just don't want to spend the money. I would rather buy a workout DVD or books. :p I just use clips or a pony tail. I hate working with big babies, hug your pups. I bet they are a bit lonesome too.

Alisha
 
I am doing Jillian's Banish Fat Boost Metabolism in about 30 minutes. I'm dressed, I just have to digest my breakfast.

Catch ya' later,

Alisha
 
TGIF!!

I am taking another rest day as I did yesterday.

Alisha ~ I had to laugh at your comment about "extreme type L (think accountants/engineers) issues and inability to communicate with or understand human beings" I worked with all engineers so I get it.

Don't apologize for the rant that is what we are here for. Everyone needs to ran now and then. I hope you had a great workout!

Tricia ~ Sorry about your work situation. I would hate that. Luckily I am left alone most of the time and have my own work to do. I rarely have to do things for the guys here but when I do it's a pain.

I am carbo loading a bit tonight and picking mom up in the morning so she will be at the finish along with my other sister Mary and a friend. My BIL is in town so he is running it too but I haven't seen him at all and he has been here since Tuesday. We get along...but it's a fake getting along since 2010 when he blew us off at dinner because he was drunk and passed out. Since then it hasn't been the same with him. He spends time with a co-worker of my sister who he is friendly with. On Wednesday night he was supposed to have dinner with mom and Mary but he came late and missed dinner. They were doing the dishes when he showed up. He is the one of the most rudeness people I have ever know. It's ALL about him. He is a good match for my sister Liz.
 
Happy Friday Evening ladies!

Sorry I was AWOL last night. I just flaked and forgot to check in.

Alisha - Sorry about your book club. I know you enjoyed it, but having someone like that around would make things difficult. I don't get the "Type L" thing, but I've never been around engineers. Sounds like you're having some beautiful weather! Enjoy it! I do hug my pups! As much as they will stand! :eek:

BTW, rants are good! You can always vent here! I do it a lot! Thanks to you guys for putting up with it! :)

Jane - Lots of luck tomorrow! I'll be sending you tons of positive vibes and energy tomorrow!

I went through all our pictures of Simon last night. Laughed at some and reminisced with Stephen about others. It was very cathartic. As long as I don't dwell on Sunday's events, I'm okay. I miss him and still expect to see him and sometimes think I do. I kiss his spot on the couch every day because I always kissed him at lunch and at bedtime. I touch his spot on the kitchen counter every day where he ate his meals. I wonder how long I will continue to feel his presence? I dreamed about him again Wednesday night. He's still here or at least his energy is. It's getting a little better every day.

I haven't worked out much this week. I certainly haven't eaten as well as I had been, but not too badly. I'm starting to feel like I want to get back to better habits.

Have a great race tomorrow Jane! Alisha, enjoy your weekend!

I'll check in tomorrow.
 
lioness said:
TGIF!!

I worked with all engineers so I get it.

Don't apologize for the rant that is what we are here for. Everyone needs to ran now and then. I hope you had a great workout!

I am carbo loading a bit tonight and picking mom up in the morning so she will be at the finish along with my other sister Mary and a friend.

He is the one of the most rudeness people I have ever know. It's ALL about him. He is a good match for my sister Liz.
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Jane- Engineers are a breed unto themselves:p My dad is one!!:p I did have a great workout. They always help.

I hope you have a great race!

Your BIL cracks me up (only because he is from a great distance!) 'he is a good match for my sister Liz' . . . So does this mean Liz is not your favorite or that she doesn't have very good social skills?I completely understand I have siblings I don't spend much time with because of their lifestyle choices (drinking alcohol).
 
syzygy314 said:
Happy Friday Evening ladies!
Alisha - Sorry about your book club. I know you enjoyed it, but having someone like that around would make things difficult. Sounds like you're having some beautiful weather! Enjoy it! I do hug my pups! As much as they will stand! :eek:

BTW, rants are good! You can always vent here! I do it a lot! Thanks to you guys for putting up with it! :)

I wonder how long I will continue to feel his presence?
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Pups are a great salve for life.

I think that Simon will hang around as long as you need him.

Thanks for putting up with my rants too!:)
 
Evening Alisha and Jane!

Alisha - Hope you have had a lovely weekend! It's been beautiful here - finally!

Jane - Saw that your race went well! Wish I had had a little foresight! I would have fashioned you a 100th Race medal and sent it to you! That is such an awesome accomplishment!

Stephen ended up not going to his NESS thingy yesterday. He didn't want to spend the $80. Didn't think it was worth all that, so we went to the wine tasting in Newport instead. It was really nice and sunny. Today, I've just vegged and did laundry and changed sheets. Not much else. Read a little bit.

Not looking forward to going back to work tomorrow, but we must do what we must!

Can you believe that April is almost over?!
 
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