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Reflecting on the days events.
I did not get my workout in as planned. Angus and I were both very restless last night and didn't sleep much. He was very anxious for whatever reason and kept coming in my room to "check" on me - which includes him putting his paws in my face and scarring the shit out of me. When I finally did fall asleep my alarm was going off.... and I simply did not get out of bed in time for anything other than a quick walk and a shower and out the door.
Breakfast was coffee with cream and a bone broth. I did take a lunch break and made a little taco with eggs, avocado, tomatoes, chile, and a little cheese... I also fell asleep while sitting on my couch and was awoken by my assistant calling to see if I was okay (I really do have the best staff). But because I took a lunch break I didn't leave the office until almost 7, usually I can get out by 6ish I came home and walked Angus and tried to muster up the energy to get some kind of work out in. Didnt happen.... I did cook my steak and stuffed my fat face.... I also cleaned up the kitchen. rather than leave it for "later." I poured a single glass of red wine and as I was headed for a second, I put my glass in the dishwasher, and grabbed a seltzer water instead....
I am oh so tired tonight and pray I can hold onto my sleepy long enough to get some actual rest.
Today is neither a win or lose - but a wash. Tomorrow I will try again.
I did not get my workout in as planned. Angus and I were both very restless last night and didn't sleep much. He was very anxious for whatever reason and kept coming in my room to "check" on me - which includes him putting his paws in my face and scarring the shit out of me. When I finally did fall asleep my alarm was going off.... and I simply did not get out of bed in time for anything other than a quick walk and a shower and out the door.
Breakfast was coffee with cream and a bone broth. I did take a lunch break and made a little taco with eggs, avocado, tomatoes, chile, and a little cheese... I also fell asleep while sitting on my couch and was awoken by my assistant calling to see if I was okay (I really do have the best staff). But because I took a lunch break I didn't leave the office until almost 7, usually I can get out by 6ish I came home and walked Angus and tried to muster up the energy to get some kind of work out in. Didnt happen.... I did cook my steak and stuffed my fat face.... I also cleaned up the kitchen. rather than leave it for "later." I poured a single glass of red wine and as I was headed for a second, I put my glass in the dishwasher, and grabbed a seltzer water instead....
I am oh so tired tonight and pray I can hold onto my sleepy long enough to get some actual rest.
Today is neither a win or lose - but a wash. Tomorrow I will try again.
- AM workout - literally anything for at least 30 mins with an elevated HR
- Breakfast: coffee/cream -protein shake or broth
- Lunch: Salad or taco
- Dinner: Chicken, black beans, salad or steamed veggies
- 80+ oz of water
- 1 glass of wine or none at all
Vegasfatgirl11
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I would say more that I am honest with myself. Even in perfection there is room for improvement.
Angus is an akita/pit mix who is 10 1/2 - I rescued him when he was 6. He's very much a guard dog and I am very much his person. He was adopted and returned 4 times before I got to him for aggressive behavior. He just needed someone to love him.... and yes he's an asshole, but he's my asshole.
Vegasfatgirl11
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Not much to report from the days goings on. I did get some rest last night and woke up feeling more ready to take on the day.
My workout this morning was only about 20 mins. I climbed my stairs and did pushups at the bottom and squats at the top with two stair climbs in between. I did 4 sets and then (while desperately trying to catch my breath) did crunches and leg lifts. And then did a second round. Angus thought me doing Abs was play time and kept jumping on me and putting his toys in my face. It wasn't the 30 mins that I planned, but it was better than nothing. I can feel some soreness in my legs so it wasn't wasted.
Breakfast was coffee with cream and a bone broth. I had a salad for lunch with steak and black beans and some chips and avocado. I did not take a lunch but ate at my desk. I wasn't feeling much for dinner - I had a few chips and some queso and poured a glass of wine drank 3/4 of it. I'm staring at the rest of it. Drank my water - which is really the easiest part. I always start my day with a big glass of water.
I am tired again tonight and am going to call it an early night I think. Tomorrow is month end so its going to be busy and a long one. I might just do a quick face mask and tuck myself in.
Tomorrow's agenda more of the same...
My workout this morning was only about 20 mins. I climbed my stairs and did pushups at the bottom and squats at the top with two stair climbs in between. I did 4 sets and then (while desperately trying to catch my breath) did crunches and leg lifts. And then did a second round. Angus thought me doing Abs was play time and kept jumping on me and putting his toys in my face. It wasn't the 30 mins that I planned, but it was better than nothing. I can feel some soreness in my legs so it wasn't wasted.
Breakfast was coffee with cream and a bone broth. I had a salad for lunch with steak and black beans and some chips and avocado. I did not take a lunch but ate at my desk. I wasn't feeling much for dinner - I had a few chips and some queso and poured a glass of wine drank 3/4 of it. I'm staring at the rest of it. Drank my water - which is really the easiest part. I always start my day with a big glass of water.
I am tired again tonight and am going to call it an early night I think. Tomorrow is month end so its going to be busy and a long one. I might just do a quick face mask and tuck myself in.
Tomorrow's agenda more of the same...
- AM workout anything to get my HR up for 20-30 mins
- Breakfast coffee with cream and a bone broth or protein shake
- Lunch: salad or taco
- Dinner: chicken or steak with veggies and rice or beans
- maybe skip the wine?
Poor pup. Sounds like you're both lucky to have found each other.
Sounds like my sister and her hunting dog during Zoom exercise.Having an early night is rarely a bad idea, especially before a long day.
alligatorob
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Hey Vegas, I am just back after a long weekend trip and was happy to see you doing well. Your food looks really good, as does your exercise plan! And I like that you are cutting back on the alcohol, I know that will help.
Keep up the good work!
Keep up the good work!
Vegasfatgirl11
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There are no words to express how sore I am. Which is good yes, but also a huge reminder of just how out of shape I am.
Today was sort of a wash. It was very busy at the office and we had an emergency that left the phones ringing for almost 2 solid hours. I think I answered at least 50 calls and my leasing agent the same. All the while trying to get my month end reports done, which I had to wait until after the office closed to complete as I was waiting on keys from one person.... who never turned them in.....
I did not get my work out in this morning. I didn't sleep much and Angus was feeling the vibe.... he was up and about too. Finally around 4, I want to say, I pulled him up on the bed with me and he instantly was calmer and asleep in no time. Me not so much - but I was happy to have his warmth. It is very rare for him to get on the bed at all, he has his own bed and 3 couches to choose from.... usually when I head to my room for the evening he curls up where I was sitting on the couch and he get tucked in..... I know he has such a hard life.
I needed to get to the office kind of early, so I was up and out the door.
I ate a fuck ton today (excuse my language - I do curse like a sailor) - I had avocado on a tortilla with tomatoes and chile with my coffee and cream for breakfast - steak salad for lunch - and steak and eggs for dinner with a tortilla. Yes I eat a lot of steak - no I will never give it up. Its tasty and I make the best. I drank my water and am sipping very slow on my vino.
I had my pre-op appointment today which seemed to take forever for just gathering paperwork. I will have to get some bloodwork and a covid test done by the Friday before. I asked the doc what's the shortest time someone went back to work and he said 4 days!! So the likelihood of me being out for 3 weeks is out. The goal is to return within 10 days. We discussed my concerns and he is going to do his best to keep at least one of my ovaries so that's a huge plus. He's also one of the top GYN's in Vegas and does 2-3 of these operations a week. Needless to say I am in good hands. And I've been under the knife twice with him already and am confident in his abilities.
I've been contemplating the idea of weighing in. While I have a weight goal in mind - for me its more about the clothing size. I think its important to keep track of my weight - but I just don't want a poor weigh in to deter my efforts. If I weighed 300 pounds and was a size 2 and could rock anything I was asked to put on then I wouldn't give two shits that I weighed 300 pounds. We also know that is not reality. I was a 2/4 at 130-135 pounds. I would be comfortable with being a size 6/8.... who am I kidding at this point I would be comfortable being a size 12.
I think I am going to hold off until post-op to really start tracking my weight. I might weigh in the morning of just to note it. Then start tracking it once I'm recovered. I do track my workouts and keep a tally on my bathroom mirror - May so far has been the best month of consistency. I worked out half the month - then my mental health took a dip and I've struggled to get more than 5 workouts in. But change is coming, slowly.
I feel more motivated in general since logging in here... and for that I am very thankful.
Tomorrow's Agenda!!
AM: WORK IT OUT!
Breakfast: coffee w/cream, bone broth
Lunch: salad
Dinner: Chicken, veggies, rice or beans
Lot of water
1 glass of wine
There is a very good chance I may end up at the Bar to watch football with friends tomorrow evening.... In which case I will stick with lots of water and diet coke.... maybe a spot of tequila... maybe
Today was sort of a wash. It was very busy at the office and we had an emergency that left the phones ringing for almost 2 solid hours. I think I answered at least 50 calls and my leasing agent the same. All the while trying to get my month end reports done, which I had to wait until after the office closed to complete as I was waiting on keys from one person.... who never turned them in.....
I did not get my work out in this morning. I didn't sleep much and Angus was feeling the vibe.... he was up and about too. Finally around 4, I want to say, I pulled him up on the bed with me and he instantly was calmer and asleep in no time. Me not so much - but I was happy to have his warmth. It is very rare for him to get on the bed at all, he has his own bed and 3 couches to choose from.... usually when I head to my room for the evening he curls up where I was sitting on the couch and he get tucked in..... I know he has such a hard life.
I needed to get to the office kind of early, so I was up and out the door.
I ate a fuck ton today (excuse my language - I do curse like a sailor) - I had avocado on a tortilla with tomatoes and chile with my coffee and cream for breakfast - steak salad for lunch - and steak and eggs for dinner with a tortilla. Yes I eat a lot of steak - no I will never give it up. Its tasty and I make the best. I drank my water and am sipping very slow on my vino.
I had my pre-op appointment today which seemed to take forever for just gathering paperwork. I will have to get some bloodwork and a covid test done by the Friday before. I asked the doc what's the shortest time someone went back to work and he said 4 days!! So the likelihood of me being out for 3 weeks is out. The goal is to return within 10 days. We discussed my concerns and he is going to do his best to keep at least one of my ovaries so that's a huge plus. He's also one of the top GYN's in Vegas and does 2-3 of these operations a week. Needless to say I am in good hands. And I've been under the knife twice with him already and am confident in his abilities.
I've been contemplating the idea of weighing in. While I have a weight goal in mind - for me its more about the clothing size. I think its important to keep track of my weight - but I just don't want a poor weigh in to deter my efforts. If I weighed 300 pounds and was a size 2 and could rock anything I was asked to put on then I wouldn't give two shits that I weighed 300 pounds. We also know that is not reality. I was a 2/4 at 130-135 pounds. I would be comfortable with being a size 6/8.... who am I kidding at this point I would be comfortable being a size 12.
I think I am going to hold off until post-op to really start tracking my weight. I might weigh in the morning of just to note it. Then start tracking it once I'm recovered. I do track my workouts and keep a tally on my bathroom mirror - May so far has been the best month of consistency. I worked out half the month - then my mental health took a dip and I've struggled to get more than 5 workouts in. But change is coming, slowly.
I feel more motivated in general since logging in here... and for that I am very thankful.
Tomorrow's Agenda!!
AM: WORK IT OUT!
Breakfast: coffee w/cream, bone broth
Lunch: salad
Dinner: Chicken, veggies, rice or beans
Lot of water
1 glass of wine
There is a very good chance I may end up at the Bar to watch football with friends tomorrow evening.... In which case I will stick with lots of water and diet coke.... maybe a spot of tequila... maybe
This is a valid food measurement lol
If it is appearance and size that is most important, take tape measurements rather then stepping on the scales to track progress
Vegasfatgirl11
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Yesterday wasn't good. I had a mini breakdown this morning before coming to work. Currently just trying to pick myself up.
I'm am just glad its Friday and am just going to focus on getting thru the day and I already know that I will be crawling directly into bed when I get home. I might even leave early....
I'm am just glad its Friday and am just going to focus on getting thru the day and I already know that I will be crawling directly into bed when I get home. I might even leave early....
Vegasfatgirl11
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Still trying to fully pick myself up. I really need to have a full on emotional breakdown, but I'm doing what I always do and holding it in. Trying to be "strong."
I didn't eat much yesterday and did crawl into bed when I got home. I had a boarder line migraine and when you have tears streaming down your face it doesn't help. I tired so hard just to sleep, but wasn't very successful.
I've really been thinking about the fact that I have a full 3 weeks off work and while initially I didn't intend on taking it - I am thinking now that it might be a good idea not only for my physical health but my mental health as well. Give me an opportunity to really decompress and wrap my head around my goals and make progress.
I've also kind of been thinking about a career change. I literally just had this thought yesterday - I would love something that would allow me more freedom. And I think if I started working on a side hustle that I could focus on better on other things. I know that sounds crazy, but I think back to when I was in college - I worked 2 jobs, took 18 credits (maintained a high GPA), and made time with my husband and friends. I also was in the best shape of my life at that time and "happy." I think I thrive best when forced to be productive all the time. Granted my job does keep me busy and there is never a dull moment - But I feel like I could be doing more.
Today, I was supposed to get my nails done but I rescheduled to next weekend. I think I am going to rest and do some journaling and maybe get out all of these emotions that are overwhelming me right now. I also want to get some movement in.
I didn't eat much yesterday and did crawl into bed when I got home. I had a boarder line migraine and when you have tears streaming down your face it doesn't help. I tired so hard just to sleep, but wasn't very successful.
I've really been thinking about the fact that I have a full 3 weeks off work and while initially I didn't intend on taking it - I am thinking now that it might be a good idea not only for my physical health but my mental health as well. Give me an opportunity to really decompress and wrap my head around my goals and make progress.
I've also kind of been thinking about a career change. I literally just had this thought yesterday - I would love something that would allow me more freedom. And I think if I started working on a side hustle that I could focus on better on other things. I know that sounds crazy, but I think back to when I was in college - I worked 2 jobs, took 18 credits (maintained a high GPA), and made time with my husband and friends. I also was in the best shape of my life at that time and "happy." I think I thrive best when forced to be productive all the time. Granted my job does keep me busy and there is never a dull moment - But I feel like I could be doing more.
Today, I was supposed to get my nails done but I rescheduled to next weekend. I think I am going to rest and do some journaling and maybe get out all of these emotions that are overwhelming me right now. I also want to get some movement in.
Given how you describe your job a change may be an excellent idea. I know some people irl who aren´t happy unless they´re putting 25 hours into each day and if that´s how you´re wired, that´s just how it is. As long as it keeps you motivated and fulfilled it´s all good! I´m glad to hear you´re taking good care of yourself.
alligatorob
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Hey Vegas, I am just trying to catch up. I have to say I can really see a difference in your posts from the beginning. I think getting started on this has helped your outlook on life, it seems that way. I am happy to see it. I know some people are happiest when busy, but your schedule really sounds like a killer. I couldn't do it.
Keep up the good work, and keep posting. Seeing you doing well makes all of us feel a bit better. But keep posting even on days you are not doing so well. Those posts are probably more important.
Keep up the good work, and keep posting. Seeing you doing well makes all of us feel a bit better. But keep posting even on days you are not doing so well. Those posts are probably more important.