5K:
We got up early on Saturday to start our 5k run/walk, one that we have been walking on our road off and on all summer to prepare for. The local paper confirmed to be there at 8:30, and so we went. 8:35 am we head towards the local high school and spot...people running. We were late. Turns out, 8:30 was the run time, not the sign up time.
I felt like an idiot, I was nervous before I went and I actually cried in the car because though I was nervous I wanted to go. Josh wanted to participate, but cheered me up by saying that we would do even better next year, which is true. I didn't know how to blog about that, I was looking forward to blogging about my experience. Being the slowest, or making it up the last hill, or whatever. I was worried that no one would believe me that I was accidentally late "of course you were" wink. wink. I was shooting for a 50-55 minute time this year and feel that by this time next year my time could be much better.
Food:
I have been intentionally meatless for almost seven weeks now. Except for two times, one was bacon on a shrimp and spinach salad. This was my first week in and I was just in autopilot "mm bacon" and then later though "uh, i ate bacon" oh well. Time number two was during my catering gig where I tasted a small bite of the roast beef. I was worried it would be too tough, or not flavorful enough.
Which then begins a small problem with catering. I like to know what I'm serving and how it tastes, so if it has meat in it, what do you do?
I'm not calling myself a "vegetarian" because well, I don't like labels and have considered eating strictly local/organic meat on occasion. I bought the beef and shamefully let it go to waste. I just could not eat it. I don't know how you go from eating meat your entire life, even living off of meat on the atkins diet for 6 months, and now am turned off from eating it. How does this happen?
I have had seafood about five times in the past seven weeks, but again would prefer fresh seafood which is hard to come by in these parts. When I go out to eat, I order the vegetarian option. Living in Floyd makes that part easy and just opt for vegetable, bean, seafood and dairy options.
I'm really regular now which is either the lack of meat or consuming more beans. I'll go with the latter. Overall it has been really easy to stick with. I will update if and when I decide to go the local meat route.
Blogging Schedule:
I realize that my blogging is really sparse lately. I kind of equate it to skipping class in college. It snowballed for me, I wouldn't do my homework and then I would skip class and then it just felt like I was so behind that I didn't know where to pick up again. Where was I headed, or what was I doing.
Someone left a snarky comment on my recent post about not knowing the direction of my blogging stating
"maybe you aren't blogging because you are still fat and eating too much". dizzam! I've lost and regained the same weight for awhile now, yet still blogged because I had that as a goal.
Lately I've been doing weight-loss blog worthy things, but have lost the desire to blog about it. Feeling that I was so behind. Doing 5k walks, working out on the elliptical, going to the gym before work or even doing weight training are things I would normally share. I've been making a lot of "real food" recipes lately, and coming up with clothing ideas for the stuff already in my closet. Its not that I've fallen off of the proverbail wagon with my life and shying away from blogging, its just that I feel pressure sometimes to be someway or another which is totally brought on by me.
And so I've decided to give a blogging schedule a try for this month to see how it goes. I have a back log of blog posts in my head that I want to write.
September first (tomorrow) I will post my goals for the month. I will also start doing daily updates of the food I eat and the exercise I'm doing.
September 2nd: beach prep post: packing check-list and beach readying myself as much as possible, post about bathing suits etc. will also post food i eat and exercise
September 3rd-8th going to the beach!!
September 9th: vacation recap, what i ate, exercise
September 10th: local thursdays: this is my one day a week that I dedicate to eating only the foods that are grown locally, blogging about the food, where it came from and recipes. exercise post
September 11th: blogging contest, what i ate, exercise
September 12th: first 12 days of the month goal recap: what I've done so far to reach this months goals. what i ate, exercise etc.
September 13th: Beginning of fall fashion week: This will be a week where I do new fashion remixes, how to wear the clothes you already have in a new way, how to alter your clothes to make them new again and outfit ideas from my favorite online stores. I will participate in every activity and blog about it.
September 14th: Fall Fashion Week day 2. New Banner Design Debut. Exercise and what I ate.
September 15th: Fall fashion week day 3. what i ate and exercise.
September 16th: fall fashion week, what i ate and exercise
September 17th: local thursdays, fall fashion week, what i ate and exercise
September 18th: fall fashion week + review
September 19th: fall fashion week wrap up. check in with goals
Sep. 20th: ending procrastination and gaining strength week. what i ate, exercise
sept. 21st: EP week, what i ate and exercise
Sept. 22nd: EP week, blogosphere highlights
Sept. 23rd: review, EP week, What I ate , exercise
Sept. 24th: local thursdays, ep week, what i ate, exercise
Sept. 25th Ep week , what i ate
Sept. 26th: EP week wrap up, what i ate, check in with goals
Sept. 27th Beauty and Maintenance Week, what i ate and exercise
Sept. 28th: B and M week, what I ate, exercise, inspiration to-go update
Sept. 29th. B and M week: what I ate, exercise, around the blogosphere
Sept. 30th: B and M week, What I ate , Exercise, review
Girl, you are doing big things! I am so excited about all of it!
I’m so sorry about the 5K. So sounds like something I’d do. But do you know the course? You could always do it on your own with a stopwatch!
And, really? Making the commitment, training, and showing up has to be at least half of the battle, right?
What a bummer about the 5K – it’s tough gearing (and bracing) yourself for a race and missing it because of something like that.
I am very impressed (and a little intimidated
) with your blogging schedule. I am never that organized so far in advance and I’ve learned not to project out too far because I have a tendency not to live up to what I’ve promised.
I’m a little rankled for you regarding the snarky comment. This is your blog and you should be able to post to it when you wish. I know I read it partially for the great ideas you suggest but I also understand that life has a habit of intruding (whether it be other responsibilities or just bloggers-block) and just look forward to the next time you post. I would never try to suggest anything as intrusive as that. But that’s just me. Keep up your great work – we’re behind you:)
Ah if only I could plan like that. You are a planning machine.
I am so excited about Fall fashion returning… I seem to remember a few good posts about clothing when I first started reading your blog.
Also, I think the Local Thursdays idea is brilliant! I hope it encourages people to check out local farms and businesses.
Great plan!
Yes, agreed that the shmuck that left that comment should be banned from internet use. Some destructive people have too much time on their hands and are too blind to their own issues.
And also agreed that you are an awesome planner! Good for you to have a great plan in place. Keep at all the great work you’re doing to make yourself happy, healthy, and more you!
I think you’re great. Can’t remember if I’ve ever de-lurked here, but I’ve been reading for a while.
I totally sympathize with the 5K thing. I have run one so far in my get-healthy lifestyle changes, and I’m running my second this coming Saturday. I get so nervous – and people don’t seem to understand why I’m nervous when I tell them I’ve physically prepared. I’m nervous about that kind of stuff! Alarm not going off, not being able to find parking space, not being able to find the starting line. Yeah, there’s a lot to get tense about. But next year you’ll be there with bells on and you’ll be awesome. Just as awesome as you are this year for being ready to do it.
okay, rambling done.
And what in heaven’s name is that icon next to my name? Looks like a cactus/crab!
Awesome job doing all of the work to pre-pare for the 5k, it’s not a small feat, so bravo.
As for the snarky commenter, WTF. I tend to get more snarky emails than comments (althought periodically comments) and I always wonder what people are thinking. I try to only comment if I have something positive to say or can relate to where the blogger is at in their post. Seriously, weight loss is a journey there are going to be ups, downs, sideways and zig zags. We will gain and lose the same weight for a while. It’s just the way it is. I think youre doing a great job.
FYI-I dont just see your blog as a weight loss blog, but also a life blog, and enjoy reading your posts!
Wow, great ideas for the upcoming month! I’m a new reader and I absolutely love what I see so far… I’m just beginning a weight-loss routine of my own and I’m trying to suck new ideas up like a sponge.
That sucks about the 5k… I just started the Couch25K program last week, so hopefully ONE day I’ll be able to get to the level where I can sign up for one myself!
Sounds like a great plan, Lorrie. We will not hate you if you don’t follow it strictly.
-meream
Why wait until next year to do a 5K? There are 5Ks every other week in most towns, it may not be as special as the one you were planning but it’s awesome just finishing one. I say try to find one in September or October! Good luck!
Fall fashion! OMG I NEED IT!!!
Can’t wait to see all you’ve got in store for us homie!
I am looking forward to seeing your fall fashion ideas. I just found your blog and it is giving me inspiration to get back to my weight loss plan.
Hey Lorrie! I’ve been lurking and reading your posts for a few weeks now and that post just made need to comment. Why is it that people love to criticize – especially on the internet!!? It really grinds my gears.
It obviously hasn’t affected the way that you planned or intend to carry out your goals for the mont because those are some impressive to-blog lists!
That stinks about the 5K – but sign up for another one in your area, or close to you. Your first 5K is an experience that you’ll always remember – I personally almost hurled at the end of mine. Good times!
Love your blog!
great to see you back. you really have September planned out! you are such a good little planner. Really too bad about the 5K, how disappointing. Looking forward to reading all the great September entries!
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you are all planned out and organized.
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you shall rock your september.
That sounds like a pretty hefty schedule for the month. Good luck!
Don’t beat yourself up too much for “falling behind” everyone is entitled to a bit of time that they don’t have to share with the rest of the world. You are a newly wed for crying out loud.
Don’t you want to fire back with, “Bitch at least I am honest and putting it out there.” If losing weight were easy there wouldn’t be obesity. You do whatever you want to keep yourself going, even if it’s to take a break from your blog.
Keep up the good work. I really like your honesty and the fact you are blogging about it is a good thing that will help many people. I have lost 198 pounds so far without weight loss surgery and have just had my book published. I wish you the best of luck and I will check back often.Keith
What a great idea, Local Thursdays! And I’m looking forward to fashion week!
I can’t believe someone would bother reading such a beautiful and inspiring blog only to make such a nasty comment!!! Don’t listen, you are doing great, and be thankful you are a person with integrity!
Good luck with your goals and your mindfulness about what you are eating.
BTW: seafood / fish are not vegetarian….
Lorrie, I’m new to reading your blog but I do find your style rather refreshing, there ARE women out there who will plan their diets properly, WHOOP!!!
Too often, I see people with good intentions fail purely because they haven’t planned far enough ahead. Losing weight is a life-style choice and you can’t diet and fall back into old habits and expect to stay slim. Maybe you’re blogging less about weight-loss because your good choices are now good habits that you don’t consciously think about? We all have lives outside of our computers so don’t take nasty comments to heart.
Motivation is so important and it really helps to have a goal to work towards. I’m sorry you were disappointed about the 5k but you can always do it next year and report back a really impressive time! I did a 10k run for charity last year and did it in 1 hour and 25 mins which I was really upset about but I had to give myself a break. In spite of all of the training I did, 2 bouts of concurrent tonsilitis wiped out all the good I achieved with hard work and whilst it’s heart breaking, you just hope for better next time.