The host of this Challenge has changed the parameters but I’m continuing on.
These pictures serve as an added reminder of what I’m focusing on. I then added them as my desktop picture. My students have also enjoyed the new shot each week.
What are some of the things that you put up as a motivator or reminder?
because I'm packed and ready to go for the week.
Goals
2x Workout with Angie my trainer
Worked on more Boot Camp style routines. I have no rhythm and my head keeps telling my legs to be careful and the override command is winning. Rebooting is difficult.
7x Log my food – 1800-2000 cal. Really discovered how many carbs I’ve been eating. It is a high number. I’m going to try not to concentrate on too many new things. All at once is a sure-fire way to sabotage my success. I’ll keep it on the back burner but I know it is an area for improvement.
5x I will be in bed by 10.
This is still very difficult. I need to focus on this. I need the rest.
5x Drink 64 oz of water a day.
This goal is coming along nicely. I need to budget more in the morning hours. It’ll make for better sleep.
7x Prayer and study
I’m enjoying teaching my class on Wednesdays and the time spent in the Word.
Proud – I’m so very proud of the Masters Swimming Team that I joined. Most importantly I survived the work out. I thought the first two warmup sets were tough but then came the Main Set. During the Main Set I swam 4 - 50′s as fast as possible with a 10 second rest between 50′s and I did that 4 times with a 3 minute break between sets. Whew, what a mouth full. Are you just tired from reading it? Now you know how I felt. Whew!
How was your week?
(I know it’s a little redundant for all us Hot 100′s. The benefit of any Challenge is the support and being accountable for a period of time. What ever it takes it’s what we do).
Here are our fellow Challengers
Have a great week!
FlashBack
Day 30 – “That’s my girl”
Goals
2x Workout with Angie my trainer
Workout once but had an incredible lesson at the grocery store. Healthy is 80% food. Without that knowledge I’m just spinning my wheels
7x Log my food – 1800-2000 cal
5x I will be in bed by 10.
This is really difficult. I’m in bed but not asleep. Which is funny because my Flashback is about this subject.
5x Drink 64 oz of water a day.
I white knuckled this one. It’s not a habit yet.
7x Prayer and study
I’m enjoying teaching my class on Wednesdays and the time spent in the Word.
Proud – This week was more difficult than I had expected. I left my desk a mess so many times so the victory was that I left each and everyday at a decent hour. I then did positve things to stick with my goals.
How was your week?
Here are our fellow Challengers
Even though it’s to late to be eligible for the prize drawing at the end, anyone can still join in. The major benefit of any Challenge is the support from the other participants and being accountable for a period of time.
Come join us!
FlashBack
Day 17 – Sleep
Monday – Good Day -
So much of this day was right on target. I woke up at 4:30 a.m. and hit the gym. I did intervals on the treadmill. It felt great to know that I already had done something really nice for myself. My meals were planned and my water was met with no hassle. My classes rolled on just as planned and I was even able to have a number of laughs throughout the day. Every Monday we need to post grades ad lesson plans which I took care of over the weekend. I felt so on top of things. Emails were answered, websites created, and room cleaned all before I headed to the gym once again. This time at the gym I was ready for Angie to show me once again what I could do. Each time I learn something new. Who knew that I could do 3 sets of 12 squats with 30 lbs dumbbells in each hand. Just amazing. Then to my amazement I turn around and have total difficulty doing step ups and just plain getting off the floor after doing push ups. I have to continually talk to my brain to tell it to allow my body to push forward. I love the process and how each time I’m getting stronger. After success at the gym I even went home a cooked. That’s right chicken veggies and even rice. What a great day. If only they could all be this way.
Tuesday – Tough Day -
My things to do list has taken over.
I need to … I need to …
I should … I should ….
I recently said no to an extra assignment at work because of my decision to be healthy but that doesn’t cover the pressures I put on myself on a day-to-day basis. I like to be a step ahead at work. My students are so on target that if I don’t keep moving it I feel that I’ll lose control. I’ve been prepared for the lessons but the little things are not being done. Unfortunately, those little things cause me a lot of stress. The pressure turns me into a teacher that is not having a lot of fun. I become that teacher that is so so serious. That teacher that has a short fuse. That teacher whose voice tone can stop a kid in their tracks. That teacher that is connected to the material but not the student. Lets’s face it if the teacher ain’t happy then nobody is happy. These are things that I am feeling because I know that in the past I’ve done so much better. Then again in the past I’ve spent countless hours after school handling those piles that are now building up. I hope only a few students are sensing this. I put on a good front but I know it is not how I want to teach or even spend my days. In moments like these I would usually head for the drive-thru and spend another 6 hours at school but not today.
How could I have two days back-to-back at total extremes on the scale.
Whew what would Wednesday bring?
Wednesday – Good Day -
I’m very thankful for new beginnings. I made a decision not to sweat the little piles. I let it go. I chose that which is more important to me such as health, ah-ha moments, kids learning in a fun atmosphere and peace from Him who I trust.
I chose my thoughts today by being in the moment. What could be left for another time I didn’t even consider. The decision was mine I was in control and not the “to do’s or the should haves.” I just let go and chose what I wanted. I wanted quality interaction with my students and time to calmly study th Word and to be healthy. By doing this my whole mood changed and I was actually able to take care of a few piles. By the time I left school I had a pile graded and even wrote an email for December. My choices actually changed my mood that allowed me to push forward through the stress. I did choose wisely today which led to success with every 09/09 to 10/10 Challenge Goal. (Its amazing when the Flash Back matches).
Flash Back
Day 14 – Discipline That Leads To Joy
We’re going to end the last 100 days of the year strong and on target. It begins tomorrow, September 23, and runs until December 31st.
I’m already in a few Challenges so I’m adding one HOT 100 goal.
Here’s how my goals stand in order to celebrate my 9/9 to 10/10 Blogoversary Challenge and to be Drop Dead Gorgeous by December for Maui and to finish the year off strong with the HOT 100:
So here’s to the end of 2010.
As Steve said (with a 1st person modification) …
“One hundred days to make this my year. One hundred days to achieve my goals. One hundred days, each and every one of which can be a great day!”
Are you in?
Flash Back
Day 12 – Do I have a witness?
Day 13 – I’m getting a little nervous.
So here we go again. I entered another challenge. The Drop Dead Gorgeous by December Challenge is being hosted by Jess and you may join in at any time.
I’m headed back to Hawaii in December to celebrate a very dear friend’s birthday. So I really need to make significant progress. It’ll be so wonderful to celebrate this victory in sunny Maui.
I’ve added one new goal to my 9/9-10/10 goals and that is to walk 10,000 steps a day.
So ALOHA!!
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Flashback
Day 11 – Yes be Yes
Goals
2x Workout with Angie my trainer
7x Log my food – 1800-2000 cal
5x I will be in bed by 10.
5x Drink 64 oz of water a day.
7x Prayer and study
A star for every goal. What a great week. I loved starting the week off with two sessions with Angie. It meant that most of my week I was on my own for exercise. It was gorgeous so walks in the evening were on the agenda. I did notice that towards the end of the week my desk really started piling up. The most difficult thing to do is to leave a pile on my desk but I must keep my new schedule. It is too important. I might try a morning swim. I like when I exercise in the morning because any additional activity in the day is a bonus. (Tracy we’ll give it a go together).
How was your week? Knowing that you folks were keeping true to your goals sure helped me along too.
Even though it’s too late to be eligible for the prize drawing at the end, anyone can still join in. The major benefit of any Challenge is the support from the other participants and being accountable for a period of time.
Come join us!
FlashBack
Day 10 – Right Minded
I have the Mighty Mo going for me right now. Everything is moving along at a good pace. I have been logging my food, planning my days well and exercising. It feels so great to be in control. I’m making great decisions and have tons of pride. I think it even rubs off on my teaching. The kids and I had such a great day.
I finished my back to back workouts with Angie. We focussed on legs and abs. I don’t have a another workout with her until next Monday so I need to keep within the boundary. I’m going to massively prep meals for the week over the weekend. I need quick and easy recipes. I’m looking to try to get away from my Eat Right Meals. I want fresh food that are high impact grains, protein, veggies and fruits. We’re going FRESH. I’m even sending a photo of my prep cooking to Angie for accountability.
The workout today was unbelievable. I did 8 dumbbell squats with a 30 lbs weight. That’s even after doing 12-10′s of 20 and 25 lbs respectfully. I never thought that I would ever get past 15 lbs. Crazy!!! I even had a great time showing some friends the squat moves that Angie had taught me. I LOVE IT! Then we headed over to do a simple step up and after 20 years of compensating for my knee I really had to talk to my head and tell it to let my body take the step. I knew I could do it but my mind was saying to be careful. It’ll come in time. Anything I do right now if I can’t do it I’ll say “YET!” “I can’t do it YET!” but soon.
Flashback
Day 6 – Finances and Weight
Oh I had such a great day today. Not once was I tempted to eat anything that was off program. It was so easy to do what I knew to be right and because of that I didn’t spend too much time in my head. I need to spend some more time being creative with meals. I’m just not a cook. To that comment I have to say “YET!” I’m really going to have to try some quick meals that my trainer Angie suggested. It’s a matter of getting organized and choosing my schedule a little more wisely.
I worked out with Angie today. I think that is why I couldn’t post earlier because I couldn’t feel my arms. I feel so strong after this type of workout. I still can’t believe how much Angie pushes me and I say “Let’s go!”
Flashback
Day 5 – Not in an instant
Goals
1. 2x a week -
Workout with Angie my trainer
2. 7x a week -
Log my food - 1800-2000 calories
3. 5x a week -
I will be in bed by 10.
4. 5x a week -
Drink 64 oz of water a day.
5. Prayer and study
So far so good. The hardest is the water intake. Geeze that’s a lot of water especially when I’d rather have tea.
Even though it’s too late to be eligible for the prize drawing at the end, anyone can still join in. The major benefit of any Challenge is the support from the other participants and being accountable for a period of time.
Come join us!
It’s a start to a very good month.
FlashBack
Day 4 – Miracles — I’m here!
