So this week has been tough. I have been eating better and I am happy about that. Stress is a factor. I find that when I should be moving when I am stresses I sit and contemplate what I am stresses about.
Preface to this post.. this is written at 2 am when I could not sleep.
Not really the best idea when trying to get healthy. I know, I worry, I will fall in to my old habits. (yea I am there)
I like to write , that is why I have a blog. I hope someone reads the words I take the time to put in cyber space. BUT writing is a sedimentary action. So is watching TV something I like to do. I need a treadmill with like dragon soft wear so I can dictate my posts.
Seriously.. I am physically lazy person.. when it come to fitness.
Argh!!! I cant seem to get it out of my head. .. so I am putting it out here for you all to read.
Here is the break down…
My Stress: My husband took a job in Scranton.. we though we were going to move. After being at the job for 2+ months he decided it was not the best move we could make for our family so he has returned home. Aka no job again.. but I am happy to have him home.
The Truth : While he was away I found it difficult to get out and move. The kids were home and it was hot..Swim team, work, ect.. I know excuses.
Another Truth: I also did not cook much, we ate out or did very quick meals. I love to cook.
My Future: Now that he is home he said he is going to walk with me.. we are starting around the block. He does not walk much because of his psoriasis .
My Other Future: There will also be eating healthy.
Next week I will be at Blogher 12- it is a blogging conference NYC Yea spend time with other bloggers .. I will try to be smart and healthy (at least I will be walking)
My promise: is I will try to be better the rest of the summer.. running or walking from telephone pole to telephone pole around the block. Back to basic 101.
weight 263
The reason I picked this photo was because of my daughter she started 1 month ago swimming breast stroke 25meters at 1 min 14 seconds.. this week she did the same race in 37.5 seconds. Hard work pays off I have to learn from my kids they have something to teach.
After reading that sitting for too long (longer than 45 minutes) was not good for us, I try to get up and move after writing for 45 minutes or so. It stretches my blogging out over the day, however, with the kids, I’m not able to sit for too long anyway.
I hear you about the stress. I still want to eat when I’m stressed, even though I’ve been able to deal with a lot of my cravings. I want to sit and read a book rather than take the kids out for a walk.
I’d be happy to walk with you at BlogHer if you need a companion. Just email me at barb @ alifeinbalance.net
Barb Thanks for the advice on 45 minutes. I have to put it into realistic terms. I am looking forward to blogher. I am sure we will get enough walking in around the Hilton the conference is huge. I hope I get to see you, you always make me smile. Thank you for your awesome continued support.
I agree – I like staying inside too but you can do it! I just joined the YMCA again and I am trying to get over there more regularly. It’s hard though because you have to get all hot and sweaty so you can’t really go anywhere afterward and these days every trip out is going or coming with multiple stops. But, I digress.
Yes, let’s make BlogHer healthy and hearty! Plenty of walking so we just need to watch the eating! It’s going to be a blast.
Good luck Sarah we can do this. To a happy and healthy blogher!
Oh Sherry!
I could have written this myself!
I know all about excuses, obstacles and the like. Good for you to just do it!
Good luck and see you next week.
-r
I know I have a sister in you .. we will win this battle the best to you and I know we got this Rachee!
Love this post!
Just do it!!
I’ll be checking back in!
xo
Thanks for the support Audrey.. Why is it when you cant sleep you become honest with yourself? That when this post was written thanks for coming by and I will see you at Blogher.
I totally know what you mean about uncertainties in your present and future affecting your fitness and weight goals. It is hard to focus on eating healthy with so much else going on! Both of your kids are amazing – just look to them anytime you need inspiration! XOXO
Thank for the support Jeanine. Life get tough and throws us curve balls it is how we emerge that make the difference. I am so please with the support I have in the online community to keep me going. wish you well.
Stick to it Sherry !
Funny how we can learn so much from our kiddos. Kudos to you for not giving up and chucking it all out the window though. Hang in there lady, you are fantastic and stronger than you think. I’m so excited for you to hop right back into where you were. Praying for rejuvenation for you and sending love and prayers for your family too!!! xo