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Post by wvugurl26 on Feb 7, 2017 11:20:59 GMT -5
You really don't do a lot at first. The intervals help to build your stamina.
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Post by Pants on Feb 7, 2017 11:33:19 GMT -5
Put on some pants today I haven't worn in 2 years and they are loose. Woot!
Another mile in the pool tonight. And I refined my masters swimming search and am going to take a stroke clinic first to help with my technique. I never actually swam on a team or anything so I never had a coach. My technique is probably flawed at best. The stroke clinic will take a couple months and then I will look into masters after that.
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Post by andi9899 on Feb 7, 2017 12:24:26 GMT -5
I downloaded the app and joined the forum. I think I'll start Monday as that's when zumba starts an hour later. I can go to the gym early and make Monday and Wednesday my running days before zumba. I can do Fridays at home with Jackson. He needs to burn some energy. And the weather is getting nicer.
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Post by Chocolate Lover on Feb 7, 2017 12:54:23 GMT -5
I also got my required amount of water for the first time in a month yesterday. I got lazy on that too when I hurt my ankle, didn't want to get up any more than I had to. I feel so much better already. Funny how that works.
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Post by cael on Feb 7, 2017 13:14:32 GMT -5
Is it the C25k 5k trainer free? I just downloaded it too!
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Post by andi9899 on Feb 7, 2017 13:20:56 GMT -5
Is it the C25k 5k trainer free? I just downloaded it too! Wanna take the challenge with me on Monday? We can either compete here or just compare notes.
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Post by cael on Feb 7, 2017 13:43:48 GMT -5
Is it the C25k 5k trainer free? I just downloaded it too! Wanna take the challenge with me on Monday? We can either compete here or just compare notes. I haven't had a chance to explore the app yet, what's the challenge? I have to sign up and get on the forum!
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Post by andi9899 on Feb 7, 2017 13:46:40 GMT -5
Wanna take the challenge with me on Monday? We can either compete here or just compare notes. I haven't had a chance to explore the app yet, what's the challenge? I have to sign up and get on the forum! I just meant starting the program. There's no special challenge.
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Post by cael on Feb 7, 2017 13:50:59 GMT -5
Ohh, haha. I thought it was some special daily thing! I am going to start it, but I won't be able to do it at a good pace until I get a treadmill for home, since my time to go elsewhere and workout is limited and it's dark or cold when I get home so can't take the baby out for evening walks, yet...
We were given a jogging stroller so when the weather improves a bit and I can take him out more, I can try that out for running!
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Post by Chocolate Lover on Feb 7, 2017 14:22:02 GMT -5
I tried a short 5 minute indoor walking video during lunch to test the ankle. Mostly happy with a case of not fond of side stepping yet. Then I did that fitness blender arm workout again, only 9 minutes and I thought I was going to die. Sigh.... at least I have somewhere to make progress right?
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Post by Pants on Feb 7, 2017 15:30:28 GMT -5
I tried a short 5 minute indoor walking video during lunch to test the ankle. Mostly happy with a case of not fond of side stepping yet. Then I did that fitness blender arm workout again, only 9 minutes and I thought I was going to die. Sigh.... at least I have somewhere to make progress right? Do you at least have some support on your ankle as you're doing this? Don't hurt yourself!
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Post by Chocolate Lover on Feb 7, 2017 15:46:27 GMT -5
I didn't which is why I only did the 5 minute as a test. I've done a bit of walking in place and such to try it out in the last week or so, I just wanted to know if it could handle the pace of movement. The answer is mostly, but probably should wear the brace to be careful. And I hate how that thing rubs under my foot. I'll behave though.
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Post by Pants on Feb 7, 2017 23:08:48 GMT -5
A Swimming Day by Pants
6:30 a.m. - 8:30 am: wake up, kids ready, self ready, breakfast, daycare drop, get to work
8:30 am -10:30 am: get really excited about swimming, post on YMAM get fit thread, do tiny bit of work
10:30 am: snack. ok, cookie cake from someone's birthday.
11:00 am: lunch! big lunch, I'm swimming today.
11:30 am: tiny bit of work
12:00 pm: plan swim workout, research additional unnecessary swim gear on internet, research "good" swim times, get very discouraged
12:30 pm: harass others for not swimming including coworkers and husband
2:00 pm: watch swimming videos on youtube and eat more cookie cake
2:30-4:30 pm: do actual work and harass coworker more
4:30-6:45: pickup, feed, bathe and put children to bed
6:45: commence procrastination
7:00: yell at husband that me having to workout is all his fault, leave for gym
7:15: play on phone in gym parking lot while glancing balefully at gym thinking about how cold it is between the car and the door
7:45: enter gym
8:00-9:00: swim, want to die entire time
9-9:10: stretch, feel good about self and what just did
9:10-9:45: shower at gym, braid hair for bed, go home, crawl into bed while thinking how i want to die
... and scene.
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Post by chiver78 on Feb 7, 2017 23:35:09 GMT -5
Where do you get bathing suits to swim in? (or anyone else?) The last bathing suits I've gotten have been from VS or Athleta, and I'm not spending that kind of money on a one piece to do laps in that may (hopefully) not fit me for more than a few months... Also - I realized I can get my $150 fitness reimbursement from my health insurance this month or next, and put that towards a treadmill! I'm late to answer, but I've bought my suits at Target the past few years mix and match tankinis, and the bandeau tops come with a removable strap. I'll use that when I'm swimming.
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Post by chiver78 on Feb 7, 2017 23:40:32 GMT -5
Less than 1000 steps from hitting 10k today. Always an accomplishment on a weekend when I am not really out and about. Prepping salads for lunch this week. Might make a little minestrone too since I crave soup during the winter. I found a great knockoff recipe for Olive Gardens minestrone, if you're interested. I use low sodium/no salt added everything, so I can season for my own taste. lmk
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Post by chiver78 on Feb 7, 2017 23:51:55 GMT -5
the c25k app for Android is lacking many of the bells and whistles that the iOS version has, like the ability to play your own music. I haven't gone back to check in awhile (I'd rather tweeze myself bald than run just for the sake of running) so they may have updated it since.
I've been basically treading water the past couple of weeks. we have been doing the dog park in the mornings for a couple reasons - the canal is a wind tunnel, and it's been brisk to say the least. and, I think I've found a good time slot with a good group of pups for Little Dog to get a bit more socialized. the golden loves everyone and everything that gives her love, so she's fine. but in not walking the canal, I am not moving around as much as I could be. I also haven't been eating all that well lately, clearing out foods I know my mom won't touch when she is here pup-sitting next week. yesterday, the only thing I had to eat was a big bowl of farfalle pasta tossed with a bruschetta topping and some black peppercorn marinated grilled fish. not ideal. today, I'm all kinds of puffy and back up at 210. and then tonight, since I was a bit hungover this morning (damn Beanpot results.. ) and still craving grease by dinner, I went to Wendy's and had 2 jr bacon cheeseburgers. can't wait to see what that does to my system in the morning.....I can count on one hand how many times I eat red meat in a year.
oh well. at least I know I'll lose a few lbs on the boat next week. between running all over the ship and taking the stairs everywhere, and the fact that the food actually makes me physically ill, once the salt flushes out I am typically down about 5lbs after a trip. woot!
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Post by sarcasticgirl on Feb 8, 2017 7:40:51 GMT -5
Less than 1000 steps from hitting 10k today. Always an accomplishment on a weekend when I am not really out and about. Prepping salads for lunch this week. Might make a little minestrone too since I crave soup during the winter. I found a great knockoff recipe for Olive Gardens minestrone, if you're interested. I use low sodium/no salt added everything, so I can season for my own taste. lmk I haven't eaten at olive garden in probably 15 years, so I can't remember what their minestrone tastes like (odd because I only really went for soup salad and breadsticks) but I am fairly certain my recipe from food 52 blows it out of the water. It is hands down one of the best soups ever made. If i tried to change minestrone recipes, there would be a revolt in case sarcastic! Lol
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Post by chiver78 on Feb 8, 2017 8:24:33 GMT -5
I found a great knockoff recipe for Olive Gardens minestrone, if you're interested. I use low sodium/no salt added everything, so I can season for my own taste. lmk I haven't eaten at olive garden in probably 15 years, so I can't remember what their minestrone tastes like (odd because I only really went for soup salad and breadsticks) but I am fairly certain my recipe from food 52 blows it out of the water. It is hands down one of the best soups ever made. If i tried to change minestrone recipes, there would be a revolt in case sarcastic! Lol haha, absolutely valid. I made my offer before seeing your later post! that said, would you mind sharing your minestrone recipe? honestly the minestrone is the only thing I ever get when I'm dragged to an OG, but the recipe I found pretty much nails it, minus the 8lbs of salt.
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Post by NoNamePerson on Feb 8, 2017 8:31:32 GMT -5
Where do you get bathing suits to swim in? (or anyone else?) The last bathing suits I've gotten have been from VS or Athleta, and I'm not spending that kind of money on a one piece to do laps in that may (hopefully) not fit me for more than a few months... Also - I realized I can get my $150 fitness reimbursement from my health insurance this month or next, and put that towards a treadmill! I'm late to answer, but I've bought my suits at Target the past few years mix and match tankinis, and the bandeau tops come with a removable strap. I'll use that when I'm swimming. Swim suits have been in our Target for weeks now. Think they showed up mid January!!!
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Post by sarcasticgirl on Feb 8, 2017 9:01:35 GMT -5
I haven't eaten at olive garden in probably 15 years, so I can't remember what their minestrone tastes like (odd because I only really went for soup salad and breadsticks) but I am fairly certain my recipe from food 52 blows it out of the water. It is hands down one of the best soups ever made. If i tried to change minestrone recipes, there would be a revolt in case sarcastic! Lol haha, absolutely valid. I made my offer before seeing your later post! that said, would you mind sharing your minestrone recipe? honestly the minestrone is the only thing I ever get when I'm dragged to an OG, but the recipe I found pretty much nails it, minus the 8lbs of salt. Smoky MinestroneHere's the link... I should mention that I do change the recipe (i actually just freestyle it now, i use recipes as guides... once i make them once, i don't stick to the letter) What I change: - Two links of italian sausage instead of bacon
- Double all veggies (except onion... also, I've never actually added leak in before) I often throw in another veggie if I have it on hand, grean peas or grean beans.
- Northern beans instead of chickpeas usually, since i have those on hand more often (Also- I use the beans OR potato... not both)
- Skip the pesto on top- I found it just wasn't really needed
- Skip the tortellini- they are AMAZING in the soup, but to keep it within my dietary restrictions, I skip them
- Aged balsamic vinegar, for drizzling- optional (THIS IS NOT OPTIONAL- the drizzle at the end takes this soup to another level. trust me. I have forgotten it before and sat there wondering WTF is wrong with my soup)
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Post by sarcasticgirl on Feb 8, 2017 9:02:10 GMT -5
I'm late to answer, but I've bought my suits at Target the past few years mix and match tankinis, and the bandeau tops come with a removable strap. I'll use that when I'm swimming. Swim suits have been in our Target for weeks now. Think they showed up mid January!!! am i the only one that gets pissed off at this?!?!
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Post by sarcasticgirl on Feb 8, 2017 9:02:50 GMT -5
A Swimming Day by Pants 6:30 a.m. - 8:30 am: wake up, kids ready, self ready, breakfast, daycare drop, get to work 8:30 am -10:30 am: get really excited about swimming, post on YMAM get fit thread, do tiny bit of work 10:30 am: snack. ok, cookie cake from someone's birthday. 11:00 am: lunch! big lunch, I'm swimming today. 11:30 am: tiny bit of work 12:00 pm: plan swim workout, research additional unnecessary swim gear on internet, research "good" swim times, get very discouraged 12:30 pm: harass others for not swimming including coworkers and husband 2:00 pm: watch swimming videos on youtube and eat more cookie cake 2:30-4:30 pm: do actual work and harass coworker more 4:30-6:45: pickup, feed, bathe and put children to bed 6:45: commence procrastination 7:00: yell at husband that me having to workout is all his fault, leave for gym 7:15: play on phone in gym parking lot while glancing balefully at gym thinking about how cold it is between the car and the door 7:45: enter gym 8:00-9:00: swim, want to die entire time 9-9:10: stretch, feel good about self and what just did 9:10-9:45: shower at gym, braid hair for bed, go home, crawl into bed while thinking how i want to die ... and scene. i mean... at least you swam!
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Post by wvugurl26 on Feb 8, 2017 9:27:36 GMT -5
Swim suits have been in our Target for weeks now. Think they showed up mid January!!! am i the only one that gets pissed off at this?!?! No! I saw them over the weekend and all I could think was well at least I'm in SC where it's not so ridiculous. But they are out in MD too. Of course by the time you actually need one, they'll be gone.
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Post by NoNamePerson on Feb 8, 2017 9:31:49 GMT -5
am i the only one that gets pissed off at this?!?! No! I saw them over the weekend and all I could think was well at least I'm in SC where it's not so ridiculous. But they are out in MD too. Of course by the time you actually need one, they'll be gone. But they will be 75% off by May here!! I live on Gulf Coast so it's not a big thing about being out early. I'm surprised that they aren't in the stores year round - don't need a lot of space for winter clothes in stores here.
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Post by sarcasticgirl on Feb 8, 2017 9:52:22 GMT -5
No! I saw them over the weekend and all I could think was well at least I'm in SC where it's not so ridiculous. But they are out in MD too. Of course by the time you actually need one, they'll be gone. But they will be 75% off by May here!! I live on Gulf Coast so it's not a big thing about being out early. I'm surprised that they aren't in the stores year round - don't need a lot of space for winter clothes in stores here. Originally from Houston and I have worn a swim suit in February... so having them out in "winter" there is fine. Seeing swimsuits in February in chicago is maddening! Especially when I am not escaping to the caribbean or anything like that! Boo!
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Post by andi9899 on Feb 8, 2017 10:04:29 GMT -5
We have them in stores here in KC. It's 25* outside, but we have swimsuits!
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Post by chiver78 on Feb 8, 2017 11:35:44 GMT -5
Swim suits have been in our Target for weeks now. Think they showed up mid January!!! am i the only one that gets pissed off at this?!?! not at all - cruise season!
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Post by Lizard Queen on Feb 8, 2017 13:53:27 GMT -5
Probably for the spring breakers. College spring break is around the first week of March.
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Post by Chocolate Lover on Feb 8, 2017 14:24:25 GMT -5
Who was it that told me about the Sworkit app? I tried it today. So far I like it.
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Post by Pants on Feb 8, 2017 14:38:24 GMT -5
Who was it that told me about the Sworkit app? I tried it today. So far I like it. Me! Love sworkit! Once I get the swimming as a habit and under control I'm planning to add back in body weight workouts.
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