December 2010
41 posts
Travel Hell
I’m home in Alabama after a 14 HOUR travel day, that really was like a 20 hour nightmare day.
I was supposed to fly from New York to Atlanta yesterday afternoon. I got an automated call at 6:45am saying my flight was cancelled. I wouldn’t be able to get to Atlanta until New Years Eve at 4pm. (ummm NO I have NYE plans in Nashville with the boyfriend). I think quickly and ask about...
Tons on snow + being stuck in my house with my crazy mom = stress eating like whoa.
I HOPEFULLY fly back tomorrow, but I’m just really frustrated that I didn’t get to see or do 90% of the things I wanted to while I was here. It’s already hard being 1000 miles away and not being able to see friends, but when they are less then 100 miles away and I still can’t see them makes...
Cabin Fever
After nearly a week at my mom’s I’m getting restless. Is it Wednesday yet?
I’ve come to realize that it’s too freakin cold out here for my “Alabama blood” to run outside and the snow that is falling isn’t helping although it is beautiful, but effin up my plans to see friends.
Also that I’m pretty sure my mom is an elf - it seems her 4 main...
(A)Live from New York
I have been a waste of life lately.
I both love and loathe not having a schedule.
I have not run in almost a week.
I did walk 60+ blocks yesterday in NYC.
I’m having major concerns about being marathon ready in March - for a few reasons.
Life is moving both at rapid speed and it’s at a standstill.
I’m planning on recapping my 2010 this week because it has been a year of...
“The great moments of your life won’t necessarily be the things you do. They’ll...”
– Ted (How I Met Your Mother)
I'm Feelin' Good
I’ve made some great decisions food, drink and exercise wise since my horrid WIW. I even went to a Christmas Party yesterday and ate something before I left to go so I wasn’t starving and made smart decisions. I even managed to avoid the desserts!
Tomorrow is my friends’ wedding and I get to wear my AWESOME ORANGE DRESS. My awesome orange Anne Klein dress that I got like 70% off...
Re-Focused
I am headed to spin class tonight then knocking out 6 miles on the treadmill.
However what I am MOST excited for is that I bought Jillian’s 30 Day Shred - it’s getting shipped to my mom’s house, so I will be able to do something besides just running while I’m gym-less.
Annnd I picked up my dress from the tailor for the wedding this weekend. It looks BANGIN’. I do...
My newest tweep
I started following Hal Higdon this week on twitter. Great. Life. Decision.
http://twitter.com/higdonmarathon
PS - I hate the word “tweep” but writing twitter peep seemed redundant :P
The Auburn Creed
The Auburn Creed is a unifying set of beliefs and principles common to all Auburn students, faculty, and alumni. The creed embodies the spirit of Auburn and is reflected in every member of the Auburn family.
I believe that this is a practical world and that I can count only on what I earn. Therefore I believe in work, hard work.
I believe in education, which gives me the knowledge to work...
I believe in honesty and truthfulness
weightwasagift replied to your post: WIW - Horror Edition
I heart this for your honesty and also because I too gained over the past week and was just questioning “how to put it.” We can make it better!
Thank you to everyone who posted your love and support on my last post. This comment hits close to home. HONESTY. It’s so important that we are honest with ourselves. Yeah a gain SUCKSSS,...
WIW - Horror Edition
Last Week: 176.8
This Week 180.8
Change: +4
I am SO disappointed in myself. I can’t say I’m shocked by this number, but I am certainly appalled. I’ve been drinking more than I should, making “exceptions” more than I should and not journaling my habits.
Focus. Break even for December. 175.8 is where I started this month and it’s where I’d like to end it...
How you doin' (in Joey from Friends voice)
Hi new followers nice to see each and everyone of you!
I’ve spend the past 5 months being an obsessive fitblr, don’t get me wrong I’m still obsessed I’m just not blogging as much. It’s actually really interesting to see the wax and wane of who is blogging and who is not - all for various reasons.
I’m hoping to maintain this month weight wise and then come back...
Anonymous asked: has anyone ever told you you look like Lean Remini? I was watching the king of queens today and thought so! :)
Rocket City Marathon
My friend Kathryn ran her first Marathon this past weekend after losing over 100 pounds in the past 2 years.
Read about it here: http://www.kateo.org/2010/12/rocket-city-marathon-race-report/
I’m so proud of her it’s insane.
Boyfriend Weight
I’m worried that I’m gaining boyfriend weight. Losing these last 20 pounds is very important to me, but even more than weight loss/gain is keeping on top of my running.
For the past 6 months I have been eating, breathing and sleeping RUNNING.
Running has been the most important thing in my life. Running has made me very happy. Don’t get me wrong running still makes me very...
11 miles
An 11 mile run stands between me and leaving to go see my boyfriend. I may PR :P
PS - My friend Kathryn is running her first Marathon as we speak, sadly it’s a small marathon so I have to wait for to tweet updates! Tomorrow is her 30th birthday and I can’t wait to celebrate her marathon and the big 3-0 with her!
“Be a finisher in a world of starters”
– Another facebook quote from a friend’s dad
Home Sick
Between a head cold and cramps I felt like I was going to die. It was the point that I laid on the floor under my desk in ball when I decided I needed to go home.
I really hate being sick. I hope taking today off does the trick.
WIW
Last Week: 175.8
This Week 176.8
Change: + 1
Christmas parties and just getting my period are partially are at fault. I’m still kicking ass and taking names in the running/workout department. I’m still hoping to lose a few pounds in December, but I’d take maintaining over gaining.
“Successful people do what unsuccessful people won’t do.”
– A facebook quote from a friend’s dad
Tumblr Tuesday
I don’t always participate in Tumblr Tuesday, but this week I’d like to recognize Roadto224. Let’s talk about why he’s so awesome shall we:
He’s been very supportive of not only me, but other fitblrs
He ordered a license plate with his username (when are you gonna commit to a tattoo like me??)
He does community theatre - I’m a theatre nerd myself, but sadly...
“I am the master of my fate:
I am the captain of my soul.”
#Fail
Tumblr crashed today and so did my plans to go to the gym. It’s okay because today was supposed to be a rest day, but I wanted to get ahead of schedule.
Toys for Tots 10K
I dragged myself out of my cozy bed to run in a 10K this morning. I wasn’t 100% committed to running it because of not wanting to wake up, but I bit the bullet and bought a Barbie for Toys for Tots last night so I KNEW I had to get up and run.
It was a brisk 37 degrees when I woke up. I did however opt to run in only compression shorts and a dri fit shirt - which was a good call! The race...
WatchCOCO ROCKS JEGGINGS
Seriously if my legs looked like that I’d rock jeggings 24-7. Who knew Coco has some seriousssss legs!
I actually am considering trying on jeggings. Not even buy yet, but trying them on. I do love the jegging/boot look A LOT.
Dropping Sizes
Ms. Glam I wasn’t sure if you were going to publish these responses, but I found them very comforting. I thought I was a weirdo for not dropping pant sizes faster, but it seems like 15ish pounds was an average.
gut2glam posted this
How many pounds did you lose before you dropped a pant size?
measuringlife answered: 15-20 lbs - which PISSES ME OFF, but thats my body
positiveweightloss...
The 12 Months of MeasuringLife
Please sing to the tune of the 12 days of Christmas
On the ____ month of dedication MeasuringLife gave to me:
1 - awesome fitblr family
2 - half marathons
3 - pairs of running shoes
4 - hundred+ cups of coffee
5 - times 10 (50) pounds of fat loss…almost
6 - mini meals a day
7 - days a week of making good choices
8 - road races
9 - minute miles
10 - drafts+ on my dashboard at all...
NYC & New England Fitblrs
Just wanted you to mark your calendars. I will be on the Island of Long aka “Lawnguyland” from 12/20-12/29. I have some plans to be in CT on Dec 23/24, but right now I’m pretty open outside of the rest of the 24/25th.
I’d love to meet up with some of you that are around! Send me a message and we’ll figure something out. Maybe you can plan a follow up NYC fitblr meet...
November by the Numbers
Miles Ran: 66.25
After 2 half marathons in October I took time to recover and then eased into my full marathon training program. I look forward to Decemeber being another triple digit milage month.
Measurements
Chest: 34 (-1)
Waist: 32 (-0.5)
Hips: 40 (-0)
Upper Thigh: 24 (-0)
Above Knee: 16.5 (-0)
Calf: 15.5 (-0)
Upper Arm: 11.75 (-0)
Mid-upper Arm: 10 (-0.25)
Neck: 12.5 (-0)
Wrist:...
WIW
Last Week: 175.8
This Week: 175.8
Change: 0
All things considered I’m happy with this. I loved my staycation, but not having my normal routine and structure was difficult. I do know that if I had been home instead that I would have GAINED.
Looking forward to some solid droppage next week!
