Onward and upward... time to start week 3...

Today I started Week 3 of the C25K workout (yes a bit early again.. I didn't take a day off). There were a couple 3 minute jogs in there. The workout overall went good, and I am still progressing and enjoying things. At first I really thought I would have to repeat weeks, but so far I don't feel it is necessary. I feel winded after the jogs, but am able to recover in during the walking period.

I am thinking since I seem to have energy and want to work out. I will work out for 2 days, take a day off, work out for 2 days, take a day off... This adds an additional workout day to each week and I think will only help me in my goal to become healthier.

Progress is still going good as I am now down to 171 lbs. Weight is slowly dropping off.

Week 2 is complete!!!

W2D3 is complete and I am looking forward to W3. W3 will contain longer jogs (3 minutes). This should give me a bit more of a workout and I am really looking forward to it.

My lunch tote has arrived. It actually works exceptionally well. My leftovers were hot for lunch today. I am thinking my lunches are going to get a whole lot more appetizing.

The Nike sensor also arrived. I have yet to use it as I need to get it calibrated etc. I am thinking I will also use this when I walk at work. Typically a couple times during the day, I will get up and stretch and walk "the lap". I work in a fairly large building, so "the lap" refers to the outer perimeter main hallways. I think it is something like a half mile loop..... Well I guess once I get my sensor calibrated I will find out for sure.

Dominated W2D2 ~ A lil early!

So I jumped the gun and worked out back to back nights. I had energy and my schedule allowed for it. I managed to go faster and burn more calories that I did during W2D1, so my body seems to be able to handle it. However tomorrow I will definitely have to take a day off. I really don't want to push it so much I injure a knee (or anything else for that matter).

I am loving the elliptical. My knees haven't bother me nearly as much. Even when not working out, they bothered me more than this. Guess the working out is helping the joints a bit, which is a great thing.

W2D1 has been Conquered!!!

W2D1 has been completed and I define it as a success. The jogging times were a bit longer, however I was still able to complete them and feel great. I am actually looking forward to the next two workouts this week.

On the lunch front, I found a couple tasty snacks. First is cinnamon flax seed glazed walnuts.. all natural and super tasty!! Also applesauce cups, I prefer cinnamon flavored. The new lunch tote hasn't arrived so I haven't had a chance to use it. In order to provide some more variety, I took crackers and cheese one day. Crackers and homemade chicken salad another day. Both were appetizing, healthy, filling, and added variety. Considering that an accomplishment.

Strolling right along...

I had energy today. I didn't really want to continue to be lazy on my "off" days of the program. So I decided to take the dog for a 1 hour walk around town today. We walked semi-briskly in between him stopping and peeing on every other weed we found. At the end, I was ready to keep going and he was ready for a nap. So I will consider this a success.

I am going to try and throw in some walking or some sort of workout on my off days. I want to keep my motivation up and continue the progress. Maybe once the workout require longer running times, I may not feel as motivated on the off days and will use the recovery day to do just that .. recover.

Continuing to Success ~ Week 1 is complete!!!!

Well the pattern continues, I manage to complete W1D3 and have actually enjoyed it. I am looking forward to W2 as it will be more challenging (longer running times). The knees are still holding up and my pants are getting a lil more loose.

I do like the running shoes. They are comfortable and flexible. I have had no blisters and them along with the elliptical seem to cushion my stride very well.

I decided to order the lunch tote. I used my amazon cash and got it for free. I also ordered the Nike sensors for my iPod touch, so soon I should be able to upload data from all my workouts. It will help me know when I am slacking.

I have also decided to cut out all alcoholic beverages out of my life. This is the next step in my healthy diet. I have also cut out all fast food (with the exception of Subway... ). The less grease, the better.

W1D2 is complete

Well sticking with the program, I managed to complete W1D2. The knees are holding up well and I managed to go a little farther than I did W1D1. I am still motivated to stick to the program and continue to workout.

I did manage find a hot lunch tote. It's kind of expensive for what it is, however I will use my amazon cash and get it for "free". I will have to post later how to earn amazon cash to get all kinds of cool stuff... Here is the website for the lunch totes:
http://www.warmandtote.com/

I have also been researching "healthy" eating... ugh there is just so much out there. One will say this is good, one will say it is horrible. I think the general consensus is moderation is key. There do seem to be a few key things to cut out that help though (ie soda ... it provides no nutritional benefit). I will continue to read over things and see what I find.

I have managed to bring my lunch to work every day in Jan. and so far for every day in Feb. This is a huge change and I think is making a huge difference. First off, it is cheaper. But also my food I bring in is so much healthier than what is offered at work... I weighed in at 173, so it seems to be having the proper effect.