I have not been able to get under 220 and today for some reason it’s really making me sad
you know, you really gain a lot more than you lose.
What I’ve gained:
- A new outlook on life.
- Muscle.
- A love of running.
- Confidence.
- Healthy eating habits.
- Strong drive and will power.
- Knowledge that I can do anything.
- Happiness.
What I’ve lost:
- Weight.
Weighed in at 222 today which means I lost 4 lbs this month. Not the 6 I had wanted to lose but still super awesome. I know that I’m gaining a lot of muscle so that helps.
I have been getting the working out in check but my food is still not 100% there and I know if I can change that then everything will fall in place. Today I ate some not very good things, basically a lot of carbs and cake but tomorrow is back to healthy and I’m not gonna indulge on a regular basis like I was before.
I am been working so hard lately and I feel AWESOME! Been hurting in a good way.
Last week only made it to the gym 4 times but thats ok this week it will be 5. Its a challenge making myself get out of bed in the morning but I know its something I can do and I feel better during the day because of it.
On week 5 of couch 2 5k, I am not looking forward the 20 minute jog on Sunday but hopefully it will be nice out and I can do it outside, I haven’t been able to run outside in awhile.
How I got my splits! (click on photos to make them bigger)
Stretch 1 - Try not to let the front knee come beyond the toes. Having your toes on your back leg curled under will make it slightly easier for beginners.
Stretch 2 - Stand up with your legs apart and just get as low as you can go!
Stretch 3 - Sit back on one leg (so your foot is under your bum) with the other leg straight in front, and bend over your front leg as far as you can.
Stretch 4 - One leg bent in front and the other directly behind. This yoga pose is called One Legged Pigeon
Stretch 5 - Yoga mermaid pose, don’t stress if you can’t do this straight away, it’s a big quad stretcher, don’t force this - it’ll come with time!
Do all stretches on both legs!
- Do these AFTER you are warmed up (I suggest cardio) otherwise you may hurt yourself.
- Practise every day with one day rest and try to hold each pose for at least 30 seconds.
- It took me 1.5 months to get my right split and 2 months to get my left. Everyone is different so you could need more or less time than I did, but be patient!
- LISTEN TO YOUR BODY!! If your muscles are really hurting, light stretching only! Don’t force it!
- Take rests days!! VERY IMPORTANT. Your muscles need rest to repair otherwise you will overstretch and hurt yourself.
I track the tag #beckyfitness, I’d love to see your split progress!!
I am finally motivated and dedicated to this and everything going on in my life again. This will be the third week in a row I will work out at least 5 times a week which is a goal I had been saying I was gonna do but hadn’t all year. I’m working hard at my business and feeling awesome about life.
bought some new clothes so I have more than like 5 shirts that fit right and some bras that actually fit, push ups because my boobs are going away :/
On week 4 of couch 2 5k. Calluses on my hands are coming back lol
Basically my life is awesome now that I am getting rid of the toxic people and working on myself!
Running long and hard is an ideal antidepressant, since it’s hard to run and feel sorry for yourself at the same time.
This guys always makes me want to workout. And I am happy to say that this time is no different.
