AWWW man how long has it been...waaay to long. I failed yes i said it I failed. A task put forth and I did not conquer..No Bueno Jamillah! I owe my dear friend an apology... But I must commend her in the same breath. I apologize for not keeping my word. But I commend you Tann for the courage you give me to put my health first. While I know the importance of this "personally" i must say the reward is much better when you have motivation. Thank you.
NOW today is crazy. I am cleansing, I actually like it. My Bee-Bee is too. Veggies, Spices I will probably Never pick up again... like coriander, and chia seeds..yeah that's what I said. Lots of water, and a crazy spicy Carrot and Cumin Soup... Came home today to the slow cooker, slow cooking some kale,zucchini, broccoli, shitake mushrooms and carrots... Not a bad bite, i must say. Its for three days.. then what... Exactly... What the hell am I waiting for?
NOTHING... And if i dont get serious I'm gonna lose myself, lose my friends, lose my love, and lose myself again. yeah thats deep but "weight" really does break down the wagon. And I must get serious... So no big goals, todays focus is to finish this cleanse... then we will set another goal... and then another...and eventually this new post will read: "You are Serious". Ah yes its Good to be back.
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Sunday, September 11, 2011
We're Back!!
“It’s been a long time…I shouldn’t have left you without a dope beat to step to.” LOL. So let me start this entry by apologizing to everyone for not keeping you guys in the dark for a few weeks. Everyone has been super busy with the school year starting, trying to soak up the last few weeks of summer and new jobs (Congrats Millz). But we’re back in full effect and I will make it a point to update more often from this point forward.
So how was the challenge guys? Did anyone try or complete it? I probably got in 28 out of 30 days and honestly it was fairly easy to get in the 30 minutes each day. They say habits can be created or broken in 30 days, I wouldn’t say all that. It was and still is a struggle to find the motivation to get that exercise in on days when I’m just not in the mood. Either way I will say that I noticed a change in my energy level and my endurance so now I just have to keep the momentum going.
On the weight loss:
So at my last doctor’s appointment I was down 57 pounds from the point when I started this journey. I didn’t necessarily set goals but I am approximately 15 pounds away from my high school weight. That will be a remarkable and probably slightly emotional milestone to reach. So I’m officially setting that as my first weight loss goal. I have a second goal in mind, but I’m going to hold on to that until I reach the first. One step at a time.
Whats next:
AIDS Walk Philly. We’re going to all get together and walk this 5k then perhaps grab a late lunch. Do you want to join us? If so hit me up for details. If not, but you want to contribute feel free to hit the link below and donate whatever you can. Every dollar counts and in case you didn’t know here are some facts about the continuous spread of HIV/AIDS.
· There are an estimated 30,000 people living with HIV in the Greater Philadelphia Region (Philadelphia Department of Health)
· The HIV infection rate in Philadelphia is 5 times greater than the National Average
· 1 in 5 people infected with HIV don’t know it
· According to the most recent data from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the UN Report on AIDS, there are an estimated 1.2 million people living with HIV/AIDS in the U.S. – the highest level ever.
· Estimates suggest that at least half of all new HIV infections in the U.S. are among those younger than 25, and that the majority of young people are infected sexually.
· Approximately 25-30% of people infected with HIV do not know it.
· About half of the 1.2 million people living with HIV in the U.S. are not receiving medical care.
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Are you up for the challenge?
From the keyboard of A.Tann
8/2 - I heard somewhere that new habits can be formed in just 30 days. So I've been struggling with my exercise motivation. It's hot...I'm tired...have something better to do...always an excuse. And we all know about excuses. "Excuses are the tools of the incompetent. Built upon monuments of nothingness. And those who specialize in them, seldom amount to anything." Or something like that. Anywho, I realized that I needed a swift kick in the butt. Especially since this 1st year after surgery is crucially important and sets the tone for how well you will sustain your weightloss over time. So I found myself debating on what to do. No, I haven't joined a gym yet...but I decided I don't need to. I pulled the dusty exercise equipment that I have accumulated over the years and figured I'd start there. We also have a fitness room at work and there is always Wii Fit and Michael Jackson Experience (one hell of a workout) so for now I'll save the monthly membership fees and go in at home. So whats this challenge you may ask? It's simple. Just a commitment to workout for at least 30 minutes a day for 30 days. There is no stipulation on the type of exercise. It could be a full blown workout or a walk around the block during lunch time. Whatever works for you. I like variety so I'll probably switch it up, but the hope is that getting my exercise in each day will become second nature and part of my daily routine. I know I am giving the memo a little late so good thing there are 31 days in August. Are you down for the challenge??
On another celebratory note. The homie Millz is down 7 pounds!! High five friend. lol And whats up with the P90x? You might have to put me on.
Hit me up if you are down for the challenge and we will work to motivate and encourage one another and perhaps celebrate at the end of the month. LETS GO!!
8/2 - I heard somewhere that new habits can be formed in just 30 days. So I've been struggling with my exercise motivation. It's hot...I'm tired...have something better to do...always an excuse. And we all know about excuses. "Excuses are the tools of the incompetent. Built upon monuments of nothingness. And those who specialize in them, seldom amount to anything." Or something like that. Anywho, I realized that I needed a swift kick in the butt. Especially since this 1st year after surgery is crucially important and sets the tone for how well you will sustain your weightloss over time. So I found myself debating on what to do. No, I haven't joined a gym yet...but I decided I don't need to. I pulled the dusty exercise equipment that I have accumulated over the years and figured I'd start there. We also have a fitness room at work and there is always Wii Fit and Michael Jackson Experience (one hell of a workout) so for now I'll save the monthly membership fees and go in at home. So whats this challenge you may ask? It's simple. Just a commitment to workout for at least 30 minutes a day for 30 days. There is no stipulation on the type of exercise. It could be a full blown workout or a walk around the block during lunch time. Whatever works for you. I like variety so I'll probably switch it up, but the hope is that getting my exercise in each day will become second nature and part of my daily routine. I know I am giving the memo a little late so good thing there are 31 days in August. Are you down for the challenge??
On another celebratory note. The homie Millz is down 7 pounds!! High five friend. lol And whats up with the P90x? You might have to put me on.
Hit me up if you are down for the challenge and we will work to motivate and encourage one another and perhaps celebrate at the end of the month. LETS GO!!
Friday, July 15, 2011
Motivation and Conscience
7/14/11
Day 3: Total Opposite
So you know how they say stress can make you hungry or make you eat? Well not me so much I use it totally opposite of what they say. First, besides being selfish and crazy, weird things tend to happen with her...anyway I was stressed!
I woke up, 1 mile run equivalent to 2 laps down my complex's parking lot (you have to see the parking lot) then put the timer on and went into our gym for 30 minutes. 3 reps of 30 chest press, 3 reps of 30 front pull and back pull, 200 sitting crunches, and 3 reps of 30 sitting row... HELL YEAH.. that's what i said too...truth is I never even thought about it. Too busy thinking about her YUP (she's my motivation) in my Kelly voice.
Went in made breakfast and packed lunch. Oatmeal had a hint of sugar :/ with frozen fruit, and a banana. For lunch I made a vegan burger, with lettuce and tomato on wheat, with a wee bit of ketchup and no fat mayo...packed a granola and two waters for snack. I get home and realize she is gone. SMDH... no motivation.
See, I feel the urge to take care of me when I'm mad at her.. what the hell is that? Then when she isn't there I feel no need to take care of me... then it hit me...."Girl....sexy is not a choice"...in addition the negative connotation we put on the word "sexy" makes it hard for most to obtain it..so with that I'm like "healthy is the new sexy".
I got my ass up and P90x worked it out 365 crunches in every major muscle group in 15 minutes, 25 jumping jacks...(gotta get that cardio in)...then dinner...a big bowl of oatmeal, cottage cheese, and peach preserves.
shouting out "Aye. Tann" (Atann) lol no pun intended...but I did it, I did it, and I didn't let my emotions consume me..I was the opposite of that statistic.
7/15/11
Day4:What a Great day
Woke up refreshed as ish,CHYLE I haven't slept like that in a minute. No back aches, no heavy feet, what was it I asked.... that's right yesterday happened. I didn't exercise this morning..that bothered me. I was still somewhat bothered by the actions of my significant other so I knew I would be sweating later on today, besides a new day a new way.
Breakfast, vegan sausage, two pieces of toast no butter at all just Pam so I wont lose food to a sticking pan (that's funny). 1 egg. Yummy. This held me over to about 12pm oh I had a granola in between for snack. Went into the ACME and I felt like I could eat the store I was hungry man... realized that I was "in my head" again and snapped out of it and headed straight toward the salad bar.
Off To a Good Start....for the most part
Iceberg lettuce, teaspoon of shaved parm, red onion, olives, half boiled egg, and balsamic vinegar...oh schnapps..this salad comes with chips... yeah im not gone lie I ate half the damn bag...I was soo mad that I threw the rest out the car...(im cryn ooo ooo ooo baby baby) smokey...haha
Guilty Conscience
Went in the house super anxious so I walked the dog one time down the parking lot. Then I ran/walked 1.5 miles...then P90x..and jumping jacks..hah! how you like that chips?!!? I win you lose.
To further my crazy ass escapade...I went to the market and bought a 12 pack of slim fast..yup substituted that and 1/4 of an avocado with sea salt for dinner #Winning
p.s I felt sick after I ate those chips..I think that's why I went nuts...which reminds me that my dear friend was sick too.... @Atann are you better?
Day 3: Total Opposite
So you know how they say stress can make you hungry or make you eat? Well not me so much I use it totally opposite of what they say. First, besides being selfish and crazy, weird things tend to happen with her...anyway I was stressed!
I woke up, 1 mile run equivalent to 2 laps down my complex's parking lot (you have to see the parking lot) then put the timer on and went into our gym for 30 minutes. 3 reps of 30 chest press, 3 reps of 30 front pull and back pull, 200 sitting crunches, and 3 reps of 30 sitting row... HELL YEAH.. that's what i said too...truth is I never even thought about it. Too busy thinking about her YUP (she's my motivation) in my Kelly voice.
Went in made breakfast and packed lunch. Oatmeal had a hint of sugar :/ with frozen fruit, and a banana. For lunch I made a vegan burger, with lettuce and tomato on wheat, with a wee bit of ketchup and no fat mayo...packed a granola and two waters for snack. I get home and realize she is gone. SMDH... no motivation.
See, I feel the urge to take care of me when I'm mad at her.. what the hell is that? Then when she isn't there I feel no need to take care of me... then it hit me...."Girl....sexy is not a choice"...in addition the negative connotation we put on the word "sexy" makes it hard for most to obtain it..so with that I'm like "healthy is the new sexy".
I got my ass up and P90x worked it out 365 crunches in every major muscle group in 15 minutes, 25 jumping jacks...(gotta get that cardio in)...then dinner...a big bowl of oatmeal, cottage cheese, and peach preserves.
shouting out "Aye. Tann" (Atann) lol no pun intended...but I did it, I did it, and I didn't let my emotions consume me..I was the opposite of that statistic.
7/15/11
Day4:What a Great day
Woke up refreshed as ish,CHYLE I haven't slept like that in a minute. No back aches, no heavy feet, what was it I asked.... that's right yesterday happened. I didn't exercise this morning..that bothered me. I was still somewhat bothered by the actions of my significant other so I knew I would be sweating later on today, besides a new day a new way.
Breakfast, vegan sausage, two pieces of toast no butter at all just Pam so I wont lose food to a sticking pan (that's funny). 1 egg. Yummy. This held me over to about 12pm oh I had a granola in between for snack. Went into the ACME and I felt like I could eat the store I was hungry man... realized that I was "in my head" again and snapped out of it and headed straight toward the salad bar.
Off To a Good Start....for the most part
Iceberg lettuce, teaspoon of shaved parm, red onion, olives, half boiled egg, and balsamic vinegar...oh schnapps..this salad comes with chips... yeah im not gone lie I ate half the damn bag...I was soo mad that I threw the rest out the car...(im cryn ooo ooo ooo baby baby) smokey...haha
Guilty Conscience
Went in the house super anxious so I walked the dog one time down the parking lot. Then I ran/walked 1.5 miles...then P90x..and jumping jacks..hah! how you like that chips?!!? I win you lose.
To further my crazy ass escapade...I went to the market and bought a 12 pack of slim fast..yup substituted that and 1/4 of an avocado with sea salt for dinner #Winning
p.s I felt sick after I ate those chips..I think that's why I went nuts...which reminds me that my dear friend was sick too.... @Atann are you better?
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Thats What Friends are For
7/12/11
Day 1: Not So GOOD
So I made a promise to my very good friend and i failed so far. Mainly because i have been meeting new friends in De and i was asked to a dinner in which the host went and bought me fresh salmon, but she made it with lots of butter .... mmmmm..... is what i said too and into my belly it went. (not cool Jai) is what I have been telling myself since last night. I started off so good too. 1 one scrambled egg, no butter or salt, 2oz of cream of wheat, and steamed broccoli and dry salmon, no salt or butter and for snack i had cottage cheese and peach preserves... GREAT right?
well..that damn salmon smelled so good not to mention I had also felt like i was starving even though i ate throughout the day. But in the END not cool so goal not met.....insert sad face here( )
yup still smdh....
7/13/11
Day 2: Keep Trying
but then i woke up this morning and realized that even though these new friends are great I love my old friends more... not to mention how very excited, proud and supportive i am of my very dear friend Atann...so "out with the new and in with the old"... (smile) besides, i don't think my new friends are willing to go through "thick and thin" with me so quickly.
Today was a good day..well sort of only that I didn't eat breakfast, or lunch and felt like i was gonna faint... (lol) soo i guess technically it wasn't quite a good day :/ Tomorrow i plan to be exactly where i need to be.
Once i find my way though the thickness of "self-control" everything will thin out (smiling some more) optimism is key good people.
Tomorrow is a new day therefore a new way.
#friendsthroughitall
Day 1: Not So GOOD
So I made a promise to my very good friend and i failed so far. Mainly because i have been meeting new friends in De and i was asked to a dinner in which the host went and bought me fresh salmon, but she made it with lots of butter .... mmmmm..... is what i said too and into my belly it went. (not cool Jai) is what I have been telling myself since last night. I started off so good too. 1 one scrambled egg, no butter or salt, 2oz of cream of wheat, and steamed broccoli and dry salmon, no salt or butter and for snack i had cottage cheese and peach preserves... GREAT right?
well..that damn salmon smelled so good not to mention I had also felt like i was starving even though i ate throughout the day. But in the END not cool so goal not met.....insert sad face here( )
yup still smdh....
7/13/11
Day 2: Keep Trying
but then i woke up this morning and realized that even though these new friends are great I love my old friends more... not to mention how very excited, proud and supportive i am of my very dear friend Atann...so "out with the new and in with the old"... (smile) besides, i don't think my new friends are willing to go through "thick and thin" with me so quickly.
Today was a good day..well sort of only that I didn't eat breakfast, or lunch and felt like i was gonna faint... (lol) soo i guess technically it wasn't quite a good day :/ Tomorrow i plan to be exactly where i need to be.
Once i find my way though the thickness of "self-control" everything will thin out (smiling some more) optimism is key good people.
Tomorrow is a new day therefore a new way.
#friendsthroughitall
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