Way to go Ant!
I am a running addict!
I started about 8 years ago. (I use the 'Running Room' training schedules by John Stanton... the run for ten minutes, walk for one.. etc. Let me know if you want more info on these schedules - he has 10K, 22K and full marathon training schedules etc)
I have just started back after having my 2 boys - with which I have managed to gain 30lbs of excess baby weight - YIKES (as you can probably all see by my disney picture below)
So... I'm right there with you Ant!! We can lose together
I also like swimming - and when I joined the swimming club (before I got pregnant) it helped to REALLY get me in shape!
Keep us up to date on how you are doing!
First of all let me say, lab_girl, that
you are beautiful! In your picture you are so happy, and that is the main goal in life, to be happy and content. The weight loss is just for better health. We have to keep up with our children and our grandchildren when they come along!
Thanks for your comments of support. Yes, I would love more information on the training program you mentioned. Its a great coincidence we both have the same amount of weight to lose. I will be here for you every step of the way.
I am trying to think of a good day to "weigh in" and post my results here. I was thinking Friday might be good. I usually eat a little more on the weekends so Monday wouldn't be good, rofl. What do you think?
I'm not a runner.......grouchy knees from abuse in my misbegotten youth.......but since my heart event I have taken up walking and lost a few pounds, the main thing is to be active and lower the food intake. My biggest food problem is that I used to graze all day, and the snacks add up. I stopped eating between meals and try to eat reasonable portions rather than eating until I feel full and that has helped.
Keep up the good work Bearz, even with some extra pounds you will be healthier without the smoking and in the long run thats the goal.
Extra days looking at grass rather than the roots are really worth the effort.
Thanks papa for the pointers about "grazing". I actually am guilty of that myself. A few Hershey's kisses a day really adds up. My worst problem is the Jelly Beans and chocolate. I pop a few into my talk.her way too many times throughout the day.
So I will make a pact right now today that I will not touch one Hershey's Kiss or Jelly Bean for one week. It will be difficult, but I know I can do it.
I will let you know how it goes by next Wednesday. If I am having a rough time I will come here and post and maybe that will take my mind off of it. LOL, I am so weak.
Oh and btw papaduck, I am so glad you are looking at the grass and not the roots.
That comment made me smile.
So keep up the walking and moving, you are doing great!!!