Lucky week #13. I've always thought 13 is a lucky number instead of being unlucky. And I feel like it was a good week!
Exercise: Goal was to do cardio 5 days out of 7 and I did that! Very light strength training on the exercise ball. AND I started JOGGING! I know! Thursday and Saturday I was able to get out and walk/jog about 1.5 miles. It wasn't as difficult as I thought it might be. But it was definitely a challenge! On Friday, I did a 30 minute Pilates workout and I was more sore from that than from the jogging. I'm very pleased with this week on the fitness front.
I also got some yard work and gardening in this week, and those are definitely good workouts! I've planted two kinds of basil, chives, spinach, and a few radishes so far. I have a lot more work to do to prepare for more plantings.
Food Journal: I'm still keeping up with my daily food journal on SparkPeople. However, it was a stressful week and I indulged in too much Easter candy. I shouldn't even have it in the house; I cannot be trusted! I think I did better this week with my fruits and veggies. But that chocolate did me in. Here is my healthy menu plan for the week, including our Easter dinner menu.
The Scale: I'm down .5 lbs this week, for a total of 13.5 lbs in 13 weeks. I'm sure it would have been more with the great workouts I had, but like I said, the chocolate did me in. I will be re-checking my measurements this coming week.
Inspiration: This week's inspiration comes from my MP3 player. LaRue is a Christian duo and their song "Theory of Flight" totally inspired me as I jogged this week.
Even though I'm firmly planted on the ground
I still run
And even though I face these mountains I still soar
To the
Sun
But I need you here
To show me how to feel
'Cause I'm
Tired of living for myself
I still run
And even though I face these mountains I still soar
To the
Sun
But I need you here
To show me how to feel
'Cause I'm
Tired of living for myself
The song reflects on the fact that as humans we fall and we fail, but when we look to God, He is our strength. I definitely felt His strength this week!
I'm so excited that just by sharing this Mamavation Monday post with y'all, that I am entering for a chance to win a pair of Earth Footwear! Woohoo!!
My spring allergies were tolerable this week. I'm hoping they end soon! Thanks so much for your support and encouragement!
Way to go on the loss. Any loss is great! And I'm a sucker for the chocolate too. You are not alone! Great job this week!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your loss! You are doing great!
ReplyDeleteChocolate is my biggest downfall too. I am not looking forward to Easter next week. We are concentrating on small toy gifts, and activity based gifts for the kids rather than candy, but I know they'll get plenty from other family members. I have to stay away!! lol
ReplyDeleteYou're doing great though. Keep it up!
Losing 13.5 pounds in 13 weeks is SO inspiring. I also love the number 13, it has always brought me good luck.
ReplyDeleteDooood, that is so cool that you were really running. And that is great you did 1.5. Wow! You rock! XXOO
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the exercise. I got tired just reading that. Jogging? Ugh I kinda wish I could. I tried but it still hurt my knee so I hope once I get the weight off that will go away. I have never been a runner but I would like to have the option there.
ReplyDeleteI will have to check out that group. I like working out to Matthew West and Jeremy Camp.
Have a great week
You are doing so great - I can't believe you've only been at this 13 weeks and you're already running! Go you! Keep it up :)
ReplyDeleteI'm so proud of you. You have had an awesome week. Keep up the good work.
ReplyDeleteGreat job with the exercise and activity! Woohoo! Darn Easter candy. I haven't busted it out yet but I am really worried about what will happen when I do. Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteSilly allergies, don't they know you are unstoppable? Great job this week. I was very surprised and happy to see that you were JOGGING! 13 is definitely a good number for you. Also, cinnamon basil is delicious!
ReplyDeleteWay to go Heather! I love running and find it to be such a great social activity too! There are so many running clubs around - your local running shop may even run running clinics where you could meet other moms with the same goals as you. Great job Heather! You're totally onto my secret - running is fun and a great workout.
ReplyDeleteMy allergies are killin me, Heather! I hope your's are still doing OK. You've done so well in 13 weeks. I hope to do the same!! I like the daily food journal you're using. I think I will start that up in a few weeks, once I've made more exercise a good habit!
ReplyDeleteThat is AWESOME exercise. I've been seeing you increase it more and more over time and it's just fantastic. I need to take a page out of your book. Maybe you can be my e-ass kicker and get me going?
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