Blossom's Action Plan

[islandblossom]

Thanks KAIA! I weigh about 130 lbs right now but I need to definitely get back to the gym in order to tone up PLUS the fact that our company caters lunch on a daily basis doesn't help. Blahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh!

Tomorrow I will definitely hit up the gym for sure. :]

Thanks to everyone that continues to support me.

 

[Khalia25]

I just came in on the tail end of your thread. I just wanted to jump in to say GOOD LUCK and keep up the good work!! I'm just sooo proud you've been hanging in there and haven't given up!!!

You looked FABULOUS in that dress at the office party, by the way!!

 

[islandblossom]

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Originally Posted by Khalia25 I just came in on the tail end of your thread. I just wanted to jump in to say GOOD LUCK and keep up the good work!! I'm just sooo proud you've been hanging in there and haven't given up!!! You looked FABULOUS in that dress at the office party, by the way!!

Aww thank you sooo much! Today after work I'm going to be heading out to the gym for some cardio. I'm a little bummed out though bc it's raining today and I know that the cold weather is going to make me want to go straight home and snuggle up on the couch with some hot cocoa. hehehe.

 

[islandblossom]

I spoke too soon!

I stayed at work until 6 and by then, I was too tired to go to the gym. Hopefully tomorrow I'll be able to fit the gym into my schedule. My husband and I agreed to start going on the weekends now together since our weekdays are hectic with work and such.

Oh well. Hope everyone else is doing well. Cheers!

 

[islandblossom]

Great news, I've been active at the gym. Last week I took 3 cycling classes (1 hr each) and did strength training over the weekend.

Yesterday's workout:

30 min cardio on crossramp (weight loss program) ~ 217 cals
crunches and lower back exstensions on medicine ball - 3 sets 12 reps
squats on bosu ball 3 sets of 12 reps

I expect to take a cycling class tonight as well. ;]

 

[islandblossom]

HAPPY NEW YEAR'S EVERYONE! Welcome 2008

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Now it's time to reasses my fitness goals and update everyone on my progress.

Current Weight: 132 lbs
Goal Weight: 124 lbs (depends on what lbs = a nice flat stomach meaning, if I were 128 with a lean stomach i'd be happy)
Time Frame: June 2006

First, I checked out my old blog and saw that last year I had dropped down to 124 lbs! OMG! I need to follow that fitness plan again.

During the middle of last year, I weighed in at about 138 lbs which was okay (not great but...) because I figured it was muscle. My stomach was nice and lean, I had definition in my legs and buttocks but when I lost my job, I lost all motivation. I would stay at home searching the job boards for a new gig and I seriously ONLY DRANK COFFEE! As a result, I lost muscle and dropped down to 130 lbs. I had to go out and buy new clothes because clothes didn't fit very well on me. When I finally did get a new job, I tried to maintain the 130 lbs by going to the gym and eating healthy.

Today, I'm 132 lbs. I go to spin classes at least 3x wk and try to lift weights 2x/wk. After taking spin classes for over a month, I've lost 1.5" off my waist, 1" off my love handle area, and 1/2" from my buttocks.

Tbh, I'm perfectly happy with my weight, I just want to tone up. So my "goal weight" isn't actually the real goal, it's more of how comfy I feel with my clothes.

OK, I gotta run. Off to the gym. Also, if you guys notice that I haven't been posting for a while, please leave me comments! It really does motivate me and keep me on track.

 

[Girl about town]

good luck getting back on track, its hard in the winter to get motivated, i would love to be 132lbs lol , xxxx

 

[islandblossom]

Alright time to start tracking my action plans again!

It's been really busy at work that it's been hard to hit the gym. I didn't have time to go for over a month! Horrible. Absolutely horrible. From now on, I'll be trying to hit the gym M - F before work since my team gets in around 9:30. That gives me enough time to do a 1 hr spin class or hit the weights.

Wish me luck!

Age: 24
Weight: 134

I'll need to start taking down measurements again.

 

[islandblossom]

Below is what I did today at the gym:

60 mins/ elliptical machine - 520 cals.
40 lbs/12 vertical chest
40 lbs/12 leg extension
Lower back extension
Obliques
110 lbs/ 12 v squats
Sit ups
10 mins on stair climber

I did a lot today mostly because I'm feeling frumpy. I doubt that I'll be able to keep up this routine for more than 2 days. It's very exhausting. When I came home, I took a two hour nap, lol.

 

[islandblossom]

Today's workout was 90 mins. of Bikram Yoga at my local yoga center. Bikram yoga is also known as "hot yoga" as it is taught in a room heated to 105 degrees which promotes profuse sweating to rid the body of toxins.

Overall the class went really well and I got a great deal from the center. They offered the first 10 days for $10 for beginners. I'm hoping that after work tomorrow, I'll have an opportunity to go again.

Tomorrow morning I plan on attending the 5:45 am spin class. If my legs are sore (been working out on it this weekend), I may just do weights and focus on my upper body.

Hope you're achieving your goals as well! :]

 

[islandblossom]

Today is not only election day but that day that I'm taking a rest from working out. I might do yoga tonight after I go out and vote.

Here are my current body measurements:
Natural Waist: 29.5 in
Over Belly Button (I want a leaner tummy): 34 in
High Hip: 33.5 in
Hip: 39 in

I used this chart to take my body measurements: How To Take Measurements

Let me know if there's a better way to take measurements.

Thanks!

 

[islandblossom]

This weekend was very productive. Saturday morning I headed out to the morning spin class then over to the salon for a cut, color, facial, and a detox body wrap. I was hoping that the detox body wrap would help me release toxins in my body that were preventing me from losing weight - hey you never know. :] Overall, it was a great way to reward myself after pushing myself so hard at the gym.

Today I ended up going to the gym in the afternoon and did an hour of spin on my own. It was great because no one else was in the room so I was really able to push myself. Afterwards, I did some stretches and headed on my way home.

I feel refreshed and can't wait for tomorrow's workout. Hope all of you are meeting your goals as well.

Cheers!

 

[islandblossom]

Today was a good day, I watched what I ate and was able to hit the gym for about an hour then relax in the sauna. The only lowlight was the fact that my left calf is still sore from Monday's spin class. I don't think I stretched well enough.

This morning, I got on the Wii Fit and did about 15 mins of yoga stretches. It was a great feeling. I don't use the Wii Fit as much because I usually go to the gym to weigh myself. In fact, the last time I used the Wii Fit was last year so when I weighed myself, the program said I had gained 6.8 lbs! I guess that's okay for a year's time but wow. My goal is to lower my BMI from 23.2 to 21.

B: Skip (I know but right when I got into work, I had so much to do)
L: Hormel Turkey Chili 98% Fat Free with low sodium crackers
D: Oven baked chicken breast with sauteed mushrooms.

Tomorrow morning I'll be heading out to the 5:45 AM spin class and be sure to stretch out correctly.

Here are a couple of exercises that I did at the gym today:
10 mins. stairclimber
33 mins. cross ramp (211 cals)
Torso rotation/30lbs 3 sets of 12
Leg Press/90lbs 3 sets of 12

Leg extensions/55lbs 3 sets of 12

I also worked on my shoulders, upper back, and chest.

 

[islandblossom]

New Heart Rate Monitor w/ Built-in Calorie Counter

Today was a great workout day. I attended the 9:15 AM spin class and was armed with my brand new watch that has a built in heart rate monitor and calorie tracker. At one point, my heart rate hit 181 and by the end of the class I had burned over 1100 calories. This watch is great. It's the ultimate motivator.

It's so easy to use and it was reasonably priced. I picked it up at Target for about $50. It's the Sportline Instrument 910 Women's watch.

 

[milamonster]

ive been reading your posts and wanted to say you encourage me to workout !
i always start and then stop when i get "sidetracked" by something. I dont own a scale in my house or anything but the last time i checked i was in target and i have been 2 sizes up. I'm trying to lose weight, I'm starting this week. Good luck on everything!!

 

[kaliraksha]

Wow, I'm so proud of you. Cycling class really kicks your ass! I think you keep us all inspired.

 

[kaliraksha]

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