Two are home for the summer from college and the three of them decided to bake pie last night. They didn't follow the directions and it ended up falling through to the bottom of the oven and started to burn at 1am last night. Lots of inconsiderate noise followed and the whole house smelled of smoke, so I got little sleep.
Bright and early at my 7am wakeup time, I decided they needed to feel the pain I do. I got out the vacuum cleaner and started to clean the hallway in front of their bedrooms and woke them up. Then I gave them a speech about what they did and how inconsiderate they were, and followed it up with chores to do and instructions to not go back to sleep.
What a lovely start to my day. Hopefully they fully learn the lesson brought upon themselves and don't repeat this behavior.
Note about fitness: I may start tomorrow instead of today. I ran a 5k on the treadmill last night and went on the spinner for another 20 mins. Awfully tired today.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Monday, June 27, 2011
Up the Ante
I read good things about the Supreme 90 Day fitness DVDs, so I went out and bought a set. It was pretty cheap -- $15 plus tax by using a $5 off $15 coupon from Bed Bath and Beyond so I am not out a ton of cash if it turns out I don't like it. Enclosed were 10 DVDs, a calendar that shows which workout to do on which day (with a few rest days on it), and a 30 day nutrition guide that includes a shopping list and recipes.
The guide tells you to eat 6 smaller meals per day, probably to keep the metabolism engaged during the day, with the last meal being optional (don't eat if you are not hungry). It has advice you commonly hear on many diet plans, drink a lot of water (including when you first wake up), eat complex carbs , stay away from junk food and sugar, and talks about what to do when eating out. It seems like sensible advice. To be honest, my eating habits are ok (about 4 meals per day), but I will give this an honest attempt to see if it makes a difference.
You also need an exercise ball and various hand weights. We already have a ball but it's my wife's, so I am ordering one today from Amazon and should get it by Wed. Tonight we will go to one of the sports stores or Target and get a few hand weights to supplement the 1 & 2 pound weights we already have. I'm thinking somewhere between 4 and 10 pound weights for me.
I previewed the first workout DVD and it looks comprehensive. It has a warm up, main exercises, then cool down. The title says it all; Intro Chest & Back. It has the obligatory already-ripped-bodies -- both men and women that are already in shape complete with six packs and tiny butts. Note to the producers: I would believe in the marketing more if we were able to see an overweight man and woman become more fit as we watch the videos. The preview has my mind and body prepared for intense workout sessions. These people were sweating by the time the cool off period began and I'm sure I will be sweating well before they are. From what I see, it is a huge mix of muscle movements to cause muscle confusion. I am looking forward to burning the fat!
Before I start, I've got to figure out where I will work out. My basement is a mess right now so either I've got to seriously clean it up, or work out in my den. I think I'll put in the hours tonight and prepare the basement.
My plan is to get all the weights, food and clean the basement tonight and start in earnest tomorrow. I will also buy a measuring tape so I can track my various sizes and document my body fat percentage that my scale reports. We are also going to our regular workout tonight because I really miss it.
More tomorrow. Get moving!
The guide tells you to eat 6 smaller meals per day, probably to keep the metabolism engaged during the day, with the last meal being optional (don't eat if you are not hungry). It has advice you commonly hear on many diet plans, drink a lot of water (including when you first wake up), eat complex carbs , stay away from junk food and sugar, and talks about what to do when eating out. It seems like sensible advice. To be honest, my eating habits are ok (about 4 meals per day), but I will give this an honest attempt to see if it makes a difference.
You also need an exercise ball and various hand weights. We already have a ball but it's my wife's, so I am ordering one today from Amazon and should get it by Wed. Tonight we will go to one of the sports stores or Target and get a few hand weights to supplement the 1 & 2 pound weights we already have. I'm thinking somewhere between 4 and 10 pound weights for me.
I previewed the first workout DVD and it looks comprehensive. It has a warm up, main exercises, then cool down. The title says it all; Intro Chest & Back. It has the obligatory already-ripped-bodies -- both men and women that are already in shape complete with six packs and tiny butts. Note to the producers: I would believe in the marketing more if we were able to see an overweight man and woman become more fit as we watch the videos. The preview has my mind and body prepared for intense workout sessions. These people were sweating by the time the cool off period began and I'm sure I will be sweating well before they are. From what I see, it is a huge mix of muscle movements to cause muscle confusion. I am looking forward to burning the fat!
Before I start, I've got to figure out where I will work out. My basement is a mess right now so either I've got to seriously clean it up, or work out in my den. I think I'll put in the hours tonight and prepare the basement.
My plan is to get all the weights, food and clean the basement tonight and start in earnest tomorrow. I will also buy a measuring tape so I can track my various sizes and document my body fat percentage that my scale reports. We are also going to our regular workout tonight because I really miss it.
More tomorrow. Get moving!
The First Step
My odyssey begins with a first step. Actually, it's a journey that started late last year. I couldn't stand how I felt with too much fat all around my body and too little energy. Being in our 40's has really hit home... something had to change so that we could live a longer and healthier life.
So my wife and I committed to joining a fitness center near our house and we've been working out 3-5 days per week ever since. It was easier for me than it was for her (she has more weight to lose) and at first I encountered quite a bit of resistance. But we have made a nice transition in this lifestyle, and together we look forward to spending time at the gym as much as possible. The last few weeks have been hectic and we have slipped into 1-2 times per week. We mostly work on the machines (treadmill, elliptical) and the weight machines, but sometimes opt for a swim or a relaxing sauna. It's a nice place and although it is moderately expensive, I feel it is worth it. We also walk outside together.
But something has to change again because although we both have lost weight and are feeling better about our bodies, we still haven't achieved our goals. Nowhere close to it.
This blog is my outlet to discuss the trials and tribulations of losing weight and getting fit. It will contain personal information, and that's why I will remain anonymous. But it will be an honest self assessment of my ability to meet my goal using new techniques and equipment to do so. Remember to check with your personal physician before starting any exercise or diet program. You want to make sure your body is up to the challenge and have a knowledgeable medical expert standing by to answer your questions.
I will occasionally post details about my weight and dimensions. Here are my details so far:
Start weight last year: 196
Current weight: 178
Height: 5' 8"
Goal weight: 155
Age: 40's
Diet: I eat very little junk food, minimal bread/pasta/potatoes/rice (more now than my recent modified Atkins diet, though), and strive to make dinners healthy. We eat salad FOR dinner at least once a week.
Today we restart our fitness odyssey and we are more committed than ever to move forward and achieve our goals. I hope you join me (us) and start your own personal journey to better health.
So my wife and I committed to joining a fitness center near our house and we've been working out 3-5 days per week ever since. It was easier for me than it was for her (she has more weight to lose) and at first I encountered quite a bit of resistance. But we have made a nice transition in this lifestyle, and together we look forward to spending time at the gym as much as possible. The last few weeks have been hectic and we have slipped into 1-2 times per week. We mostly work on the machines (treadmill, elliptical) and the weight machines, but sometimes opt for a swim or a relaxing sauna. It's a nice place and although it is moderately expensive, I feel it is worth it. We also walk outside together.
But something has to change again because although we both have lost weight and are feeling better about our bodies, we still haven't achieved our goals. Nowhere close to it.
This blog is my outlet to discuss the trials and tribulations of losing weight and getting fit. It will contain personal information, and that's why I will remain anonymous. But it will be an honest self assessment of my ability to meet my goal using new techniques and equipment to do so. Remember to check with your personal physician before starting any exercise or diet program. You want to make sure your body is up to the challenge and have a knowledgeable medical expert standing by to answer your questions.
I will occasionally post details about my weight and dimensions. Here are my details so far:
Start weight last year: 196
Current weight: 178
Height: 5' 8"
Goal weight: 155
Age: 40's
Diet: I eat very little junk food, minimal bread/pasta/potatoes/rice (more now than my recent modified Atkins diet, though), and strive to make dinners healthy. We eat salad FOR dinner at least once a week.
Today we restart our fitness odyssey and we are more committed than ever to move forward and achieve our goals. I hope you join me (us) and start your own personal journey to better health.
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