Through The Tulips Words of 'Wiz'dom

August 24, 2011

Get Up and Go

Filed under: Health/ Fitness,Life,Life's Little Hiccups — gardener @ 9:01 am

There is this old saying that says- “My get up and go has got up and went.” I always thought that was funny until I realized recently that is exactly how I feel. I’ve actually given it quite a bit of thought as to why I seem to be so motivated for some things, and yet others (like exercise) seem to be like pulling teeth to get me motivated to do.

It finally hit me earlier today that I think the reason is because my mind has been so busy with constant thoughts that I really am tired mentally and it’s making me too tired to consider exercise. Ok- I do ‘consider’ it- but that’s about as far as it goes. I am going to try to figure out a way around this and adapt the catch phrase- ‘just do it’. If it works for Nike- it should work for me. I know I’ll feel much better- both mentally and physically and my body will thank me.

Now to put those words into practice.

Mindful

Filed under: Health/ Fitness — gardener @ 8:45 am

I’ve been trying to be somewhat more mindful of what I eat and how much I eat so that I can start shedding the rest of these pounds that I’ve been wrestling with for the past couple of years.    I know that my body is changing- that’s what the body does when it starts going through perimenopause and that coupled with this unsatiable sweet tooth that I seem to have is a combination for disaster if I don’t stay on my toes.

So- as I type this- I have boneless skinless chicken breast baking in the oven, some broccoli on the stove ready to steam and a few potatoes ready to be cooked.   I may have a few potatoes, but the bulk of my dinner is going to be broccoli and chicken.   

I will be the first to admit that lately I have been less than mindful about what I eat.  I do ok for a while, but my biggest problem is evening snacking-  It’s something I’ve struggled with for years- and something I may always struggle with if I don’t remain conscious in every choice that I make.

I have found that eating well and exercise are what I consider to be safe diet pills without actually having a pill formula. One thing is for sure- getting off track and out of the habit makes it very hard to start again. I’m getting there though- one baby step at a time.

July 11, 2011

Summer Days

Filed under: Food,Health/ Fitness,Things I Love — gardener @ 5:05 am

I am one of those people who get really excited when summer rolls around for many reasons. It isn’t just the typical great weather, but a combination of things that make me smile and one of those things is summer fruits. Watermelon, fresh strawberries, cherries, nectarines and the list goes on. I love them all. I love eating them and also think it’s great to give organic fruit of the month as gifts to people who don’t necessarily ‘need’ any traditional type gifts but who love good quality fruit. Tonight on the menu- a delicious fruit salad, filled with summer fruits and a touch of mint.

June 18, 2011

Rainy Days

Filed under: Health/ Fitness,Life,Life's Little Hiccups — gardener @ 6:21 am

I looked at the forecast last night and it showed rain in our city for the next week. Needless to say, I’m less than thrilled about this possibilty, since I have plans in the coming week that will involve outdoor activiites, but I’m sure I’ll figure out something if Mother Nature doesn’t cooperate.

I woke up to rain pelting against the window this morning and since I have this little stomach bug and have been so tired- I just turned over and went back to sleep. I have a feeling that I’ll be spending some time with my Kindle in the bed very shortly- My stomach seems to be feeling a little better- but I’m still trying to be careful with eating- just in case. The bright side is that it’s great for weight loss.

How are you spending your Saturday?

June 12, 2011

One Week

Filed under: Gratitude,Health/ Fitness — gardener @ 1:25 pm

Well I did it!   I made it through one week and batted 1000 with all the major goals I set for myself.     If it takes two weeks to create a habit- then I’m half way to habit status!  WOOHOO!  I’m all about celebrating the small things in life- so for this I celebrate!

I set a goal to stop eating after 8 and I didn’t- not once. 

I stuck to my calorie goals completely- and I charted everything I put in my mouth. 

I drank at least two liters of water a day.

Drank some apple cider vinegar each day.

I did forget my vitamin a few days, but I’ll improve on that this coming week.

I also set a goal to spend at least 20 minutes on the elliptical 5 days.   I did it for 6.   I would have made it 7 but I started my period and my cramps were too severe.    

I’m proud of me and I feel great about my accomplishments.    The things that are in ‘bold’ were goals that I was really focusing on, and next up comes more strength training and walking.   

Mind- Food- Exercise.   I’m staying conscious in everything and it makes such a difference.

June 8, 2011

Day Three

Filed under: Health/ Fitness,Inspiration,Life,Uncategorized — gardener @ 11:52 am

Day three of healthy eating and life changing health habits and I’m feeling great.  Life is good!  I feel better than I have in a long time- and I leave myself wondering why I ever got out of the habit in the first place and why I gave up on making healthy choices-  After all- I owe it to my body and to me.

April 29, 2011

Beautiful Day

Filed under: Gratitude,Health/ Fitness,Life — gardener @ 9:20 am

Marcel is napping, along with JJ and Mister M. and I’m enjoying the peace and quiet that comes along with them all being asleep. We took JJ out for a walk earlier, or shall I say he walked with us, because technically the walk was for me- but it’s just as good for im as it is for me. It’s a gorgeous day- and as we walked along Marcel was telling me something about an email the he received from somene he works with that had a link that said click here. He wasn’t sure what it was, so he waited to talk to his colleague before actually checking out the site. As it turns out- the guy was sending him something that Marcel had asked him to send a while back but had forgotten.

Right now-I think I’m going to pour myself a glass of water and check out Wednesday’s Survivor since I haven’t watched it yet.

April 28, 2011

Early Night

Filed under: Health/ Fitness,Life — gardener @ 6:31 am

The last two nights haven’t been kind to me in terms of sleep- so I’m hoping that tonight will prove to be more fruitful in that area. Marcel is working, so that will afford me the opportunity to go to bed ealy, relax and hopefully be able to clear my mind and fall into a slumber without any problems. My plan is to sleep late in hopes of feeling more rested and also in hopes of it being a natural dark circles under eyes treatment, since mine were pretty bad today. One thing is for certain- It’s going to be an early night.

April 23, 2011

Love Great Deals

Filed under: Health/ Fitness,Things I Love — gardener @ 6:21 am

A few weeks ago I found some Whey Protein on sale at one of our local health food stores.  I’ve been wanting to try some for a while now- to help boost my protein levels, plus to give me a little protein boost post work-out, but I was less thrilled with the prices.    So I held off on buying it, because I didn’t find it a priority.   When I walked into the store looking for Olive Oil soap and found it for more than half off, I  pounced on the deal.  (You all know how I love a good sale.)     I’ve been using it on and off since.

Yesterday, I walked 8 miles at the beach.  The first thing I did after coming home and drinking a huge glass of water was to add a little of the whey protein to some low-fat milk.  I drank it right up.     Since then, I’ve been thinking about making it into a froze concoction that will be perfect in this weather.

Right now-  I am headed out with a tall glass of water and a magazine to read for a little while.  This day is too perfect to spend inside.

April 18, 2011

Walk On

Filed under: Health/ Fitness — gardener @ 10:03 am

I started this walking/ running challenge with my friend Micha last week and within three days had pretty bad blisters on my feet.   Rather than keep going and creating a bigger problem-I took a break and allowed my feet to heal- while Micha has inched up ahead of me in this challenge.   I don’t mind- since it’s not about winning, but more about challenging each other to strive for more, but I’ve still been itching to get back out there. 

Thankfully- I think that time is coming.  In addition to the Nike + iPod app that I have (which works with the sensor in my shoe), I’ve also downloaded the Nike +GPS app that I still need to try out. I’m going to use it when I’m at the beach or at other places where  I won’t be wearing my shoes and the sensor… 

I know it seems as though I’ve abandoned this space- but that’s not true.  “Life” has been happening and it’s kept me from writing as much as I generally would.  I’m hoping that changes are in the making..

In the meantime- anyone else who wants to join in and walk-   please do so 🙂

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