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I only finished two circuits today- for some reason, even though I was feeling the burn that I normally do, it felt too easy. I’ve realized that this plan really isn’t for me. (shocking, right?)

Actually, I’m shocking myself by just writing this. I have no idea what just happened- I just quit in the middle of a workout. What am I doing right now? ugh ugh ugh.

No. I won’t let this weird mental stumble stop me. I’m starting again tomorrow- I think this time I’m going to focus more on cardio with a bit of toning instead of the other way around.

I can do it. I know I can do it. I’m strong. 

suuuuuuuuper proud today! i did the entire thing with weights! yes, i was lagging behind jillian during the side lunges, but i’m so happy with my progress! i’m already seeing huge changes in my endurance.

off to go eat a BLT with real mayo… i’m expecting to not have another one of these for a while, so i’ll cherish it :-)

it’s crazy how much easier it’s gotten! today i did all of the side lunges w/ anterior raises WITH my 3 lb weights (i was moving more slowly than the video, but it’s still a huge accomplishment)!! next steps are to: 

  1. stop doing modified push ups
  2. use weights for all of the squats
  3. do all of the bicycle crunches

i think i’ll make it to goal #2 tomorrow. now it’s time to go drink some well deserved chocolate milk :-)

pre-workout feelings:

i’m a little achy and my head hurts, but i’m ready to kick ass today. 

post-workout feelings:

it hasn’t gotten any easier, because i keep challenging myself to do more with the weights/ not used the modified moves. but, today i got through all of the push ups without stopping or even thinking about how difficult they were! little improvements make me happy :-) by day 10, i’ll be kicking this level’s ass, i promise.

pre-workout feelings:

i’m a little grumpy (it’s rainy and cold outside, plus i just woke up from a much needed nap) but i’m going to workout anyway. even if it isn’t great, i’ll be proud that i did it even when i didn’t want to. however, having a fabulous workout would make me even more proud- a good reminder that it’s all mind over matter.

post-workout feelings:

pretty good! it feels good to have gotten exercise, and i’ve been using my 3 lb weights more and more during the workout! however, i’m kind of mad at myself for cheating out of most of the bicycle crunches- i always hurt my neck, so i really need to find a good alternative, or someone to teach me how to do them properly. also, i’ve noticed that eating within an hour and a half of working out will give me really painful cramps- some better planning will get rid of that!

my neighbor’s running the boston marathon in honor of my mom today… such an inspiration.

my tournament today made me realize how obsessed i am with volleyball.

walked three miles uphill today, and tanned with my friend for about an hour and a half. the sun felt amazing, but i’m starting to feel burnt :/

The weather today was amazing, so I walked the 2 miles uphill home from school today, and I feel great! Putting this on my list of things to do more often.

didn’t exercise today, and just started binge eating. it’s a new day tomorrow though, right?