This past week I logged 12 running miles and 16 biking miles. The week before I only ran 7 but went skiing for about 1.5 hours and played nightly in the pool for 3 days in a row, so that counts for something. In addition to my running and biking miles, I try to get a high-intensity strength circuit workout in a couple of times a week. There's a kettlebell-inspired one that Keith and I love and I'll have to video and share it some time soon. I love it because it can be done at home - I've done it many times in my bedroom! - just using the dumbbells I have and it's quick, feels good and I get results!
I also did several of the bonus challenges: I told Keith and the girls I love them and I'm glad that they're healthy and happy. Regan and Zoey just stared at me and blinked a few times, but I think Keith appreciated the words of encouragement. At least that's what I got from the grunt he gave in response. The girls and I did an after-breakfast neighborhood walk a few times. We ate oatmeal for breakfast several times and we always eat at least 1 fruit/veggie with each meal, so we're trying to keep the ol' tickers healthy!
Also, I'm sorry if I was misleading about the points and due dates, etc. Just to clarify: The February challenge of choosing and posting a mantra is worth 1 point if it's done by Feb. 28. The bonus February challenge is 1 point if you do and report doing at least 3 of the listed activities (sorry no extra points for going above and beyond - just a big pat on the back!) by Feb. 28. And, finally, there are no points awarded by contributing to the cash pot. The reward for that is just making your potential winnings that much more! I just gave a due date to spur you into action, but it'll be just fine to send it whenever it's convenient.
I love my family! I think you guys are great! Oh, and, by the way, I'm glad you're working to improve your health and happiness!
Monday, February 28, 2011
Sunday, February 27, 2011
I Want Money, Lots and Lots of Money
Remember that song? The '80's rock!
Anyway, the March 1 deadline approaches. Remember way back about a month ago, I called for your cash pot donations??? Well, just in case you forgot, I'm reminding you! If your donation is not post marked by March 1, then you lose out. I kid. Of course I'll accept a donation at any time. However, this is the last time I'm putting a call out for it. Those of you who don't pitch in will just have to wallow in your guilt for not participating because I know that even though you'll tuck it away in the back of your brain as insignificant or as something you'll get to later, it'll be threre niggling away at your peace of mind, bothering you that there's something that you need to get done but just haven't taken the 3 minutes out of your schedule to tuck the tiny amount of cash into an envelope, address it and send it off in the mail.
But, really, no biggie.
Just pitch in if you can.
I already know which pair(s) of shoes I'm gonna buy with the winnings!
Anyway, the March 1 deadline approaches. Remember way back about a month ago, I called for your cash pot donations??? Well, just in case you forgot, I'm reminding you! If your donation is not post marked by March 1, then you lose out. I kid. Of course I'll accept a donation at any time. However, this is the last time I'm putting a call out for it. Those of you who don't pitch in will just have to wallow in your guilt for not participating because I know that even though you'll tuck it away in the back of your brain as insignificant or as something you'll get to later, it'll be threre niggling away at your peace of mind, bothering you that there's something that you need to get done but just haven't taken the 3 minutes out of your schedule to tuck the tiny amount of cash into an envelope, address it and send it off in the mail.
But, really, no biggie.
Just pitch in if you can.
I already know which pair(s) of shoes I'm gonna buy with the winnings!
Last Days To Earn Your Points!
Don't let yourself fall behind on the "Not-So-Dumbbell" monthly challenge. Easy, easy way to earn points - so don't miss out! To remind you: One (1) point earned for picking a mantra/quote/mission statement to post somewhere where you will see it daily. One (1) bonus point earned for completing 3 of the activities I listed. Please scroll down and see previous post "Bonus February Challenge" to be reminded of those activities. Good job to those who have already done any of them. To the others, you still have a couple of days but you must email me or post in order to get credit!
Here's another great quote to inspire you:
"Every day do something that will inch you closer to a better tomorrow."
- Doug Firebaugh
Here's another great quote to inspire you:
"Every day do something that will inch you closer to a better tomorrow."
- Doug Firebaugh
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Keith checking in bi-weekly mid February
I am excited for the challenges ahead for the year. Specifically this coming week as we head to Beaver, UT for a snow trip. My plan has been to climb 12,001' peak of Mt. Holly at the out of bounds gate & ride down that. This will be a pretty good physically challenging feat! 2 years ago, I could not have even considered this as 'part' of my day. It would have taken me the entire day and quite frankly it would not have even been somewhat enjoyable.
My bi-weekly progress is coming along very well. I usually ride my bike 8.3 miles to work fri/sat/sun nights & 8.3 miles home sat/sun/mon morning. This equates to 50 miles of riding over the weekend. Then we work out all week. We have been adding a day of swimming at the YMCA into our week I am up to 975 yards of freestyle stroke and 25 yards of butterfly(more like the caterpillar without the wings yet!) I am feeling awesome! We hike a lot also. I figured it out the other day and I excersize about 12 - 14 times a week. I am down to 36.5" around the big part of my waist. This is down from 38". So I am very excited about that! I hope you are all making the most of this opportunity. Next year when you can do more than this year you will feel so accomplished as I do. Plus I don't think Sharon has made it extremely clear but so far there is $100 up for grabs for the winner! Plus I will be making a "Golden Sneaker" Trophy to go to the winner. Get up off the couches everyone! Sitting is over rated!
My bi-weekly progress is coming along very well. I usually ride my bike 8.3 miles to work fri/sat/sun nights & 8.3 miles home sat/sun/mon morning. This equates to 50 miles of riding over the weekend. Then we work out all week. We have been adding a day of swimming at the YMCA into our week I am up to 975 yards of freestyle stroke and 25 yards of butterfly(more like the caterpillar without the wings yet!) I am feeling awesome! We hike a lot also. I figured it out the other day and I excersize about 12 - 14 times a week. I am down to 36.5" around the big part of my waist. This is down from 38". So I am very excited about that! I hope you are all making the most of this opportunity. Next year when you can do more than this year you will feel so accomplished as I do. Plus I don't think Sharon has made it extremely clear but so far there is $100 up for grabs for the winner! Plus I will be making a "Golden Sneaker" Trophy to go to the winner. Get up off the couches everyone! Sitting is over rated!
Bonus February Challenge!!!
February is over half-way gone, but you've still got just about 2 weeks to earn an extra point this month. Since it's all about love, valentines and hearts this month, do a little something extra for your heart health!
For 1 bonus point toward the "Not-So-Dumbbell" award you must do at least 3 on the following list of activities:
For 1 bonus point toward the "Not-So-Dumbbell" award you must do at least 3 on the following list of activities:
- Take the stairs instead of an elevator or escalator when the opportunity presents itself.
- Park your car at the far end of the parking lot.
- Spend a few minutes of your lunch break taking a stroll.
- Perform your housework like vacuuming, shoveling snow, etc., a little extra vigorously than usual so you notice your heart actually pumping.
- Schedule an after-dinner family walk. Make it quality time.
- Eat oatmeal for breakfast or snack (preferably with minimal sugar/butter).
- Add a fruit/vegetable to at least one meal every day (preferably green and/or fibrous).
- Say this phrase to a person you love: "I love you and I'm glad you are working to improve your health and happiness."
Easy way to earn an extra point, huh? Keep track of which ones you do by Feb. 28 at 12 midnight and let me know so I can award you!
Sharon's Progress Report
I'm sorry that I've been a slacker on reporting. I mean I expect it of the rest of you guys... kidding! Well, kinda. Keith points out that I need to stay on top of it because nobody else thinks about the Golden Sneakers or remembers things about it the way I do. And he's right! And I honestly don't expect you to; this is my baby, after all. Really, you can report in any time you want to. You can post something to boast about your progress (this is a competition after all), you can post something as a cry for help (we are family, after all) or you can post something simply to ramble (I do that a LOT!) So I'll be more on the ball and make sure I post at least bi-weekly and encourage you guys to do the same! I can easily shift the blame this weekend, though, to my poor, sick girls who gave us a couple of bad nights around here.
Anyway, I had a pretty good week last week: 5 workouts and logged 13.6 running miles. I'm pleased enough with that. I'm still not recording my eating habits like I want to. I did put a little notebook in the kitchen where I think I wrote down one single meal I ate last week. Well, it's a start. Progress, not perfection!
Sigue Adelante! (Sometimes Spanish phrases I used during my mission just pop into my head!)
Anyway, I had a pretty good week last week: 5 workouts and logged 13.6 running miles. I'm pleased enough with that. I'm still not recording my eating habits like I want to. I did put a little notebook in the kitchen where I think I wrote down one single meal I ate last week. Well, it's a start. Progress, not perfection!
Sigue Adelante! (Sometimes Spanish phrases I used during my mission just pop into my head!)
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
Mantras from Chrystie and Stephanie
We've got more words of inspiration:
A few from Chrystie:
"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."
"Of course it's hard; if it were easy everyone would do it!"
"The pain of discipline or the pain of regret?"
A few from Weeze:
"I am kind of a big deal."
"Find my happy again."
I just have to add these because those listed above just reminded me of them:
"Life's a journey, not a destination." - Aerosmith
"Find joy in the journey." - Thomas S. Monson
Is it weird to list quotes from a rock group and the prophet together?
Good job ladies! You earned your February points!
A few from Chrystie:
"Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind."
"Of course it's hard; if it were easy everyone would do it!"
"The pain of discipline or the pain of regret?"
A few from Weeze:
"I am kind of a big deal."
"Find my happy again."
I just have to add these because those listed above just reminded me of them:
"Life's a journey, not a destination." - Aerosmith
"Find joy in the journey." - Thomas S. Monson
Is it weird to list quotes from a rock group and the prophet together?
Good job ladies! You earned your February points!
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