Jan. 28
I haven't given much thought into exactly what I wanted to post about today. It seems as if most of my posts have been related to fitness and health and honestly I don't want to be the person that all they talk about is their workout. Maybe all the "bros" in the gym are just misunderstood. You know, like they are just passionate about the progress they made. Maybe they used to be the "fat kid" in school and they want to tell everyone about how they turned their life around. That is what I feel like. I've worked really hard for the last year trying to turn over a new leaf. Am I where I want to be? Not quite. I still need to work on eating better and right now the obstacle to overcome is more about me not wanting to get stuck eating the same things for days every time I cook. Not to mention most of the time I'm by myself in evening. It would be so easy to just stop by somewhere and pick something up on my way home and sometimes I give in, a constant struggle I have to endure.
If you have been keeping up with this blog, then you know I started a 30 day ab/squat challenge. I only have two days left in the challenge and let me say I can most definitely see the results. My upper abs feel tighter (the stupid lower abs/baby pouch still have a long way to go) and if I flex my outer thighs feel like a rock. So yeah I'm pretty pumped about it! Anyways, I wasn't alone in the challenge. Thankfully I had my friend, Kristin, suffering through it with me and keeping me motivated throughout the month. We plan on starting a new workout after the next two days. We are going to add cardio back in as well as keep up the abs/squats but drop the numbers down a bit. I mean I am NOT doing 200+ squats each day. I'm pretty sure my body would fight me and I would just collapse. My inferior (left) knee is already complaining to me. Sorry you have to read through all of this workout crap, but it really has become a major part of my life.
Now a preview for the next month: I have no idea what the mess I'm going to do. We will just have to see how things pan out. Wish me luck. And remember enjoy life and find someone to enjoy it with. Peace.
Tuesday, January 28, 2014
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Jan. 21
Honestly, it's kind of amazing I'm still keeping this going. Normally, I start something and it tends to fizzle but I actually enjoy getting to write down my thoughts instead of bottling everything up until it explodes. It's kind of strange that I hide most emotions, except for anger. Maybe it's just because I don't want to be perceived as weak and I want to handle everything myself but it just has destructive consequences. Being married now I guess that is one thing I really need to work on. Sharing not only my highs with Ryan, but also my lows. Talking to him always makes me feel better despite the situation and it's like sharing the burdens and triumphs makes me, well us, stronger. Maybe it's just me but I want to be better, to be more than I am. And I want to be better for him as well.
I didn't think I would start this week off on such a serious note, but hey I can be serious every now and then. Well, I guess that really depends on who you ask. I'm not sure about everyone else but I absolutely love being outdoors. So one of my goals is to become for active outdoors, enjoying God's creation and really just exploring new locations and testing my limits. This past weekend, we were blessed with the most beautiful, amazing weather imaginable. Sunny, chilly but not to the point of misery. Saturday, Rory and I went to the dog park where he found a lovely mud puddle to dive into. Good thing he is cute. Sunday, we went on a epic walk around Research Park. Monday was the best day. Rory and I woke up early and hiked the Rainbow Mountain Trail together. For those of you who don't know Rainbow Mountain is pretty steep in some parts but has some great views. I have hiked it several times and Rory has been on it once before with Ryan and me. He did not do well the first time. He dragged us downhill and we had to pull him uphill. This time, however, he was amazing. He slowed down when I asked and got excited when he made it over a "difficult" part of the trail. I think he just enjoyed us together and being outside. We had the whole trail to ourselves and it was an amazing. Below are some pictures of our hike together. It was freezing half of the time but as we got moving it was all good.
To the left is a view of the Valley towards the beginning of the trail. Originally, I want to catch this view with the sunrise but Rory actually let me sleep in till 7 that day. Also, I'm directionally challenged so I'm not too sure how nice the view would've been.
I have to say that one of the best things that came out of this year was adopting Rory. He brightens my day and when I'm feeling down he is always there to give me kisses and snuggle. I've always heard that your dog kind of picks up some of your personality traits and I think Rory had gotten some of mine. See list below:
-All talk, no bite.
-Hesitant of meeting new people
-Loyal
-General awesomeness ( I mean really look at us ----->)
We are quite a pair. Plus check out how that headband brings out my eyes....I know pretty sweet. Rory looks good too. One thing is for sure...we both have awesome hair. I mean this picture doesn't show it but check out my facebook. My hair is BOSS.
I wish Ryan would've been with us. Another day; another adventure. Go outside, enjoy life, and find someone to enjoy it with.
Honestly, it's kind of amazing I'm still keeping this going. Normally, I start something and it tends to fizzle but I actually enjoy getting to write down my thoughts instead of bottling everything up until it explodes. It's kind of strange that I hide most emotions, except for anger. Maybe it's just because I don't want to be perceived as weak and I want to handle everything myself but it just has destructive consequences. Being married now I guess that is one thing I really need to work on. Sharing not only my highs with Ryan, but also my lows. Talking to him always makes me feel better despite the situation and it's like sharing the burdens and triumphs makes me, well us, stronger. Maybe it's just me but I want to be better, to be more than I am. And I want to be better for him as well.
I didn't think I would start this week off on such a serious note, but hey I can be serious every now and then. Well, I guess that really depends on who you ask. I'm not sure about everyone else but I absolutely love being outdoors. So one of my goals is to become for active outdoors, enjoying God's creation and really just exploring new locations and testing my limits. This past weekend, we were blessed with the most beautiful, amazing weather imaginable. Sunny, chilly but not to the point of misery. Saturday, Rory and I went to the dog park where he found a lovely mud puddle to dive into. Good thing he is cute. Sunday, we went on a epic walk around Research Park. Monday was the best day. Rory and I woke up early and hiked the Rainbow Mountain Trail together. For those of you who don't know Rainbow Mountain is pretty steep in some parts but has some great views. I have hiked it several times and Rory has been on it once before with Ryan and me. He did not do well the first time. He dragged us downhill and we had to pull him uphill. This time, however, he was amazing. He slowed down when I asked and got excited when he made it over a "difficult" part of the trail. I think he just enjoyed us together and being outside. We had the whole trail to ourselves and it was an amazing. Below are some pictures of our hike together. It was freezing half of the time but as we got moving it was all good.
To the left is a view of the Valley towards the beginning of the trail. Originally, I want to catch this view with the sunrise but Rory actually let me sleep in till 7 that day. Also, I'm directionally challenged so I'm not too sure how nice the view would've been.
I have to say that one of the best things that came out of this year was adopting Rory. He brightens my day and when I'm feeling down he is always there to give me kisses and snuggle. I've always heard that your dog kind of picks up some of your personality traits and I think Rory had gotten some of mine. See list below:
-All talk, no bite.
-Hesitant of meeting new people
-Loyal
-General awesomeness ( I mean really look at us ----->)
We are quite a pair. Plus check out how that headband brings out my eyes....I know pretty sweet. Rory looks good too. One thing is for sure...we both have awesome hair. I mean this picture doesn't show it but check out my facebook. My hair is BOSS.
I wish Ryan would've been with us. Another day; another adventure. Go outside, enjoy life, and find someone to enjoy it with.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
January 14
As I mentioned in my previous post, I'm been steadily working on weight loss and general health and fitness. What I wanted to share this week, at least starting off, is how much of that goal has been accomplished. I started my weight loss journey about a year ago, so consider this a progress report. My original goal was of course to lose weight for my wedding (mainly because I wanted to Ryan's jaw to drop) but then as I progressed, it became more and more of a lifestyle change. I have always struggled with my weight; pretty much for as long as I can remember. There was a time where I could barely look at myself in the mirror because I was just so ashamed. Then of course I would eat more since I felt so miserable. Weight loss will always be my cross to bear and some days I stumble, but that's ok. I have a lot more to live for now and the weight loss is in a lot of ways for Ryan, and our future children, because I want to be there for them and this was something I could do to show them how much I love them, but most of all this is for me. To make me feel better about myself. Sorry for the long ramble, and maybe it just doesn't make sense to you. To all the people out there struggling, it gets easier. Set realistic goals, have someone to keep you accountable, and most importantly decide who you are doing this for and the rest will fall into place. Just to give everyone and idea here are some progress photos over the last year:
So, after a year I have lost over 60 pounds and 3 pants sizes. It's been a long journey and has been a lot of hard work, but worth every second of it.
Now, that I'm over the update I've made a few new goals this week. The first being to get my CCNA for work (even though they technically set that goal for me, but I was going to do it anyways). And after this past weekend, I set a goal to be a better communicator. Which is kind of ironic considering what I do for a living. Communicating technical stuff isn't the same as relay emotions, especially to the one's I care about most. I screw up all the time and I'm only human, but I want to be a better me and that's what this year is about.
PS: Hilary totes forced me to play dress up for a suitable picture for weight loss progress. After 30 minutes of being "Chelsea Barbie" we settled on picture you see above. But of course, we had to do another picture. Basically, last week I was like "I should totes get some workout gear" so I bought some under armor shirts. Of course when I got home and tried them on, I looked way too "bro" so as I special treat here's the bro shirt. (Needless, to say I looking pretty freaking awesome in it and it brings out my eyes, but whatever I'm not trying to pick anyone up at the gym...well unless it was Gerard Butler...)
As I mentioned in my previous post, I'm been steadily working on weight loss and general health and fitness. What I wanted to share this week, at least starting off, is how much of that goal has been accomplished. I started my weight loss journey about a year ago, so consider this a progress report. My original goal was of course to lose weight for my wedding (mainly because I wanted to Ryan's jaw to drop) but then as I progressed, it became more and more of a lifestyle change. I have always struggled with my weight; pretty much for as long as I can remember. There was a time where I could barely look at myself in the mirror because I was just so ashamed. Then of course I would eat more since I felt so miserable. Weight loss will always be my cross to bear and some days I stumble, but that's ok. I have a lot more to live for now and the weight loss is in a lot of ways for Ryan, and our future children, because I want to be there for them and this was something I could do to show them how much I love them, but most of all this is for me. To make me feel better about myself. Sorry for the long ramble, and maybe it just doesn't make sense to you. To all the people out there struggling, it gets easier. Set realistic goals, have someone to keep you accountable, and most importantly decide who you are doing this for and the rest will fall into place. Just to give everyone and idea here are some progress photos over the last year:
So, after a year I have lost over 60 pounds and 3 pants sizes. It's been a long journey and has been a lot of hard work, but worth every second of it.
Now, that I'm over the update I've made a few new goals this week. The first being to get my CCNA for work (even though they technically set that goal for me, but I was going to do it anyways). And after this past weekend, I set a goal to be a better communicator. Which is kind of ironic considering what I do for a living. Communicating technical stuff isn't the same as relay emotions, especially to the one's I care about most. I screw up all the time and I'm only human, but I want to be a better me and that's what this year is about.
PS: Hilary totes forced me to play dress up for a suitable picture for weight loss progress. After 30 minutes of being "Chelsea Barbie" we settled on picture you see above. But of course, we had to do another picture. Basically, last week I was like "I should totes get some workout gear" so I bought some under armor shirts. Of course when I got home and tried them on, I looked way too "bro" so as I special treat here's the bro shirt. (Needless, to say I looking pretty freaking awesome in it and it brings out my eyes, but whatever I'm not trying to pick anyone up at the gym...well unless it was Gerard Butler...)
Tuesday, January 7, 2014
January: Goal Setting
Jan. 7
So I decided this year for my New Years Resolution, I'm going to do something a little different. Maybe not different in the sense of completely and totally original but something completely different for me. Officially, my resolutions are to "enjoy the little things" and to be more "open" not just in regards to trying new things but opening up to other people. And that is kind of what this is. Me being open to people.
Now, not many know but writing has always been something I have done just to get my emotions out. *Disclaimer* throughout this process there will stream of sentences that will not make sense to anyone just my inner ramblings. This year not only am I going to be documenting the year through these journal entries, but also I'll be turning my focus each month to something different. I've decided that the month of January will be spent on goal setting, seems pretty fitting. So in the interest of goals, one of my major goals for the next year is in the area of weight loss and health. On top of everything else, I have began a 30 day ab/squat challenge for this month. See the challenges below:
I will post end results once the challenges are complete. It seems a little cliche that weight-loss is one of my goals but it has been a goal of mine for awhile and the past year, I've finally started taking steps in right direction. First goal is by June to drop 2 sizes or 30 pounds. Now, that you have a general idea of where I'm going with this I'm going to try and post weekly. Hats off to the new year, new hopes, new dreams, and a new life.
-Chelsea
Jan. 7
So I decided this year for my New Years Resolution, I'm going to do something a little different. Maybe not different in the sense of completely and totally original but something completely different for me. Officially, my resolutions are to "enjoy the little things" and to be more "open" not just in regards to trying new things but opening up to other people. And that is kind of what this is. Me being open to people.
Now, not many know but writing has always been something I have done just to get my emotions out. *Disclaimer* throughout this process there will stream of sentences that will not make sense to anyone just my inner ramblings. This year not only am I going to be documenting the year through these journal entries, but also I'll be turning my focus each month to something different. I've decided that the month of January will be spent on goal setting, seems pretty fitting. So in the interest of goals, one of my major goals for the next year is in the area of weight loss and health. On top of everything else, I have began a 30 day ab/squat challenge for this month. See the challenges below:
I will post end results once the challenges are complete. It seems a little cliche that weight-loss is one of my goals but it has been a goal of mine for awhile and the past year, I've finally started taking steps in right direction. First goal is by June to drop 2 sizes or 30 pounds. Now, that you have a general idea of where I'm going with this I'm going to try and post weekly. Hats off to the new year, new hopes, new dreams, and a new life.
-Chelsea
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