sicil - lapsed Ninja with a funny belly, challenge #1

sicil · June 18, 2013

Day 15: There is a fan that goes off in my building, directly below us, around 11pm and later. It is slowly driving me INSANE. So last night I decided to move to the other room and sleep on the floor... which wasn't the smartest move ever for my neck. Started off even stiffer today, but was able to move my 'desk' to the kitchen and stood for most of the day, which did send a few odd looks my way. (Whatever, they're probably jealous of my increased calorie burnage!)

No excuses for the weary though, tonight I had a board meeting for the non-profit I'm involved with, but I packed my gear to head to the gym right afterwards. No strength training today as shoulder is still recovering, but did a long, hard run. I've never been able to throw together so many active things into one sentence... It was only 20 min but I had beer at the meeting beforehand (freebie #1) so I'm surprised I was even able to run straight. Cooled down by walking all the way up the hill instead of waiting for the bus.

sicil · June 18, 2013

Holy crap, you are fast!!! Do you sustain 8.5 mph speed for the full duration of the 25 minute run? If so, very impressive. If not, very impressive anyway. I've only made it up to 7.5 mph on a treadmill, and I can't sustain it for longer than a few minutes. I usually run 6-7 mph.

I'm interested in your meal plan. How do you like it so far? It must be kind of nice having your meals mapped out like that. You might be relieved from the anxiety of eating... whatever, and whenever. I wonder if that's one of my problems. Lots of meals, and no plan.

Hullo! You are looking at the quintessential non-runner here... I do intervals - 30 sec @ 3.5MPH, 1 min @ 8.5MPH. Currently trying to extend my sprinting duration, but it's damn hard.

The meal plan was fantastic for the first two weeks because I knew exactly what to buy and how much food I needed. No more last min grocery trips or stocking up on frozen meals "just in case." Now I've gotten into routine and am beginning to tweak my meals, but still sticking to the serving sizes and weekly grocery shops. Its a great way to break ingrained habits, as long as you stick with it.

ManicSpider · June 18, 2013

One thing at a time! Or maybe by the end of this your body will just naturally start rejecting any harmful substances!

Oh, mine totally did that! I used to smoke about half a pack a day, and then one day I just started to feel sick at very sight of them. It's a bizarre feeling, because my brain is going "Come on, let's have a smoke!" and my body is all like "Eugh. I will throw up if you try. Stop it."

ManicSpider · June 18, 2013

And I know I'm a little behind the times, but just on the subject of equipment, I found this bra to be absolutely superb - http://www.panache-lingerie.com/US/panache-sport/collection/21541855/Sports-Bra/21540042/

I always end up sounding like an add, but because I'm plus-size it's really hard to not jiggle. The hook at the top of the shoulder blades is wonderful!

sicil · June 18, 2013

And I know I'm a little behind the times, but just on the subject of equipment, I found this bra to be absolutely superb - http://www.panache-lingerie.com/US/panache-sport/collection/21541855/Sports-Bra/21540042/
I always end up sounding like an add, but because I'm plus-size it's really hard to not jiggle. The hook at the top of the shoulder blades is wonderful!

Amazing what slaves we are to our bodies. In your case, that was a good thing! Thanks for the bra tip, looks super supportive. Death to the jiggle!

Nephaisys · June 18, 2013

As an "owner" of gargantuan size bewbs (I'm talking >G) (again, late to the convo), I never ever believed in sports bras. Nothing can hold 'em - thinks I. Then a buddy of mine uttered two words that have never had me look back: Double bagging.

I got mine from Amazon, it's pretty good but itself. Then I got another one. Jiggle be gone!

GypsyHeart · June 18, 2013

Hey!

Had a look at your challenge so far and it sounds like you are doing really well. Especially impressed at how fast you run! At the moment the best I can do is 8.5kpm if I am sustaining it for 20 mins. Working on improving that though so hopefully following your example.

Go ninja!

isis · June 19, 2013

Wow, you are doing a great job!! I am very impressed and inspired.

I am hoping one day to be able to run. I am not a huge cardio/runner type person. But I want to be able to and to have the freedom to just go out and go.

Keep rocking it!

sicil · June 19, 2013

Day 16: No fan last night. THANK YOU THANK YOU THERE IS A GOD. Was able to get a good night's sleep, which was much needed for the hectic work day today. Have an RFP due in a few days, attended a networking event, and then went directly to an after-work event. Still feeling laggy without coffee, looking to incorporate it casually from time to time whenever there's an important meeting on the line. No time for a proper workout today, shoulder is still not 100%. Booked a meeting with my physio next week just in case it doesn't heal on its own. Cooked a yummy meal of stir fry and steamed tofu tonight, plenty of leftovers for tomorrow.

Aerie · June 19, 2013

Busy bee! Any time for gaming?? Hope your shoulder gets right soon.

peggysr · June 19, 2013

Touching base and cheering you on. Reading about YOUR running accomplishments makes the encouragement I've gotten from you even more encouraging.

rogaecia · June 20, 2013

Hullo! You are looking at the quintessential non-runner here... I do intervals - 30 sec @ 3.5MPH, 1 min @ 8.5MPH. Currently trying to extend my sprinting duration, but it's damn hard. ;)The meal plan was fantastic for the first two weeks because I knew exactly what to buy and how much food I needed. No more last min grocery trips or stocking up on frozen meals "just in case." Now I've gotten into routine and am beginning to tweak my meals, but still sticking to the serving sizes and weekly grocery shops. Its a great way to break ingrained habits, as long as you stick with it.

Yeah sicil! You're so a runner

seriously, how can a non-runner do such awesome intervals? You're very inspirational. How is your shoulder feeling?

I hope you are on the up and up. <3

sicil · June 21, 2013

Day 18: This week has been amazingly challenging. Woke up yesterday and could not move my neck at all without excruciating pain. Physio took me in last-min and said I had sprained a joint in my neck, and proceeded to do all kinds of ouchy things to help it along. Yesterday was a write-off, stayed at home, applied hot packs, scrambled to finish a proposal. Missed my meeting at night, missed the play I had planned to see, and missed my workout. Today was slightly better - woke up still extremely sore, but quickly wore off as I walked around. Had a good breakfast and made it to work. Had coffee for the first time in a month. Didn't have much to eat at work, as really had to gear up after missing a day. Got project done, submitted... only to get an notification 30 min after the closing time that they had completely changed the requirements. (The joys of RFPs.) So that's where I am at the moment, mind says "go to the gym!" but body says "eeergh no." Boo. Might go for a walk instead.

sicil · June 21, 2013

As an "owner" of gargantuan size bewbs (I'm talking >G) (again, late to the convo), I never ever believed in sports bras. Nothing can hold 'em - thinks I. Then a buddy of mine uttered two words that have never had me look back: Double bagging.

I got mine from Amazon, it's pretty good but itself. Then I got another one. Jiggle be gone!

^-- this is officially my favourite entry of the week. Gya haha! Love.

Hey!

Had a look at your challenge so far and it sounds like you are doing really well. Especially impressed at how fast you run! At the moment the best I can do is 8.5kpm if I am sustaining it for 20 mins. Working on improving that though so hopefully following your example.

Go ninja!

Howdy! I only do intervals - I'm not consistently running at 8.5MPH all the time. That would be insane. I'm sure there are people out there that do so. What's your routine for the whole 20 min?

Wow, you are doing a great job!! I am very impressed and inspired.
I am hoping one day to be able to run. I am not a huge cardio/runner type person. But I want to be able to and to have the freedom to just go out and go.

Keep rocking it!

Total non-runner here. I used to hate cardio. I still do! But reading everyone's challenges here and all of the wonderful articles on Nerd Fitness, and realized that you don't gotta love it in order to do it.

sicil · June 21, 2013

Busy bee! Any time for gaming?? Hope your shoulder gets right soon.

I played a bit of ME1 over the weekend. It was relaxing. I have so many games that I should be playing but have no motivation to start them. How about you?

Touching base and cheering you on. Reading about YOUR running accomplishments makes the encouragement I've gotten from you even more encouraging.

Thanks hon! You've been killing those strength workouts, so I've been getting inspiration from you too!

Yeah sicil! You're so a runner seriously, how can a non-runner do such awesome intervals? You're very inspirational. How is your shoulder feeling?
I hope you are on the up and up. <3

Aww thanks! As I mentioned shoulder (and neck) aren't too hot, but I'm diligently following my physio's orders. How about you, how's this week been going?

peggysr · June 21, 2013

Sending healing magic for your neck and shoulder. I hope the physio works. Walking is a great fallback and stress reducer.

sicil · June 21, 2013

Sending healing magic for your neck and shoulder. I hope the physio works. Walking is a great fallback and stress reducer.

Thanks very much! I have a followup appointment next week. Already it's about half as sore. I would be out walking more, but its Junuary here. I think I'll try for the gym tonight.

The Borg Queen · June 22, 2013

Hullo! You are looking at the quintessential non-runner here... I do intervals - 30 sec @ 3.5MPH, 1 min @ 8.5MPH. Currently trying to extend my sprinting duration, but it's damn hard.
The meal plan was fantastic for the first two weeks because I knew exactly what to buy and how much food I needed. No more last min grocery trips or stocking up on frozen meals "just in case." Now I've gotten into routine and am beginning to tweak my meals, but still sticking to the serving sizes and weekly grocery shops. Its a great way to break ingrained habits, as long as you stick with it.

Ohhhhh that makes more sense. I'm a bit of a workout copycat and I tried to match your speed the other day on the treadmill, and only got up to 7.5 mph. You are very fast!

Day 18: This week has been amazingly challenging. Woke up yesterday and could not move my neck at all without excruciating pain. Physio took me in last-min and said I had sprained a joint in my neck, and proceeded to do all kinds of ouchy things to help it along. Yesterday was a write-off, stayed at home, applied hot packs, scrambled to finish a proposal. Missed my meeting at night, missed the play I had planned to see, and missed my workout. Today was slightly better - woke up still extremely sore, but quickly wore off as I walked around. Had a good breakfast and made it to work. Had coffee for the first time in a month. Didn't have much to eat at work, as really had to gear up after missing a day. Got project done, submitted... only to get an notification 30 min after the closing time that they had completely changed the requirements. (The joys of RFPs.) So that's where I am at the moment, mind says "go to the gym!" but body says "eeergh no." Boo. Might go for a walk instead.

Oh my goodness, you sprained a joint in your neck! I'm so sorry that happened! Yeah, I hope you are able to take it easy, that is no fun. :pride: You can always go back to the gym when you feel more ready.

GypsyHeart · June 22, 2013

Aw sorry to hear about your neck! Keep recovering

Well I felt like my cardio fitness was so poor to start with that just running was probably a good start! So I just picked 8.5k on the treadmill and did it for as long as I could which was about 20 min! But I have been doing quite well and my friend keeps saying that interval training is the best thing, so thinking maybe I should go for it! What are the advantages of doing that over just running at one speed though? Why is it better for you?

Thanks for letting me pick your brains haha.

sicil · June 23, 2013

Day 20: Last two days have been going well. Getting back on track and recovering from the sprain. Ran for 15 min last night, but today did the full 25 min and hit 4.2kms, a personal best. Also did a 15km bike ride today. Had cole fillets with lemon and cilantro tonight. Good eating!

Haven't re-incorporated strength training just ye. Hit mini-challenge 3 with ease, as there hasn't been much to do except stretch.

sicil · June 23, 2013

Ohhhhh that makes more sense. I'm a bit of a workout copycat and I tried to match your speed the other day on the treadmill, and only got up to 7.5 mph. You are very fast!
Oh my goodness, you sprained a joint in your neck! I'm so sorry that happened! Yeah, I hope you are able to take it easy, that is no fun. You can always go back to the gym when you feel more ready.

Hey thanks! I started out much slower, I think you just have to be consistent and build it up. Thanks, neck is almost healed. Have stayed off the strength training for now, just to be on the safe side.

Aw sorry to hear about your neck! Keep recovering
Well I felt like my cardio fitness was so poor to start with that just running was probably a good start! So I just picked 8.5k on the treadmill and did it for as long as I could which was about 20 min! But I have been doing quite well and my friend keeps saying that interval training is the best thing, so thinking maybe I should go for it! What are the advantages of doing that over just running at one speed though? Why is it better for you?
Thanks for letting me pick your brains haha.

I started reading about HIIT and stumbled on interval training. I have a friend who's really into it, too. You can read about the techniques on numerous websites online, as well as ideas for sample workouts. The thinking is that by alternating speeds, you're getting a better workout as your body doesn't get used to the same old routine. All I know is that I'm in and out of the gym in under an hour, which I love. I've never been a fan of long, unproductive hours at the gym, so I guess that's why I do it!

peggysr · June 24, 2013

Aw sorry to hear about your neck! Keep recovering

Well I felt like my cardio fitness was so poor to start with that just running was probably a good start! So I just picked 8.5k on the treadmill and did it for as long as I could which was about 20 min! But I have been doing quite well and my friend keeps saying that interval training is the best thing, so thinking maybe I should go for it! What are the advantages of doing that over just running at one speed though? Why is it better for you?

Thanks for letting me pick your brains haha.

I know you weren't asking ME, but here's a link to the article that got me started running intervals.

http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/01/27/kick-your-ass-and-kickstart-your-metabolism-in-20-minutes/

Paradigm · June 24, 2013

I've been slacking in posting, Vancouver friend! But I went hiking on the Deep Cove trail you mentioned. It made me laugh because in Ontario, that trail would be hard not easy. You BC folk and your hiking fitness! *shakes fist* But honestly it was awesome, the dogs had a blast and were absolutely exhausted. Can't wait to do it again.

We're back in Ontario for a few weeks, but when we head back out to BC you should come hiking with us sometime!

sicil · June 24, 2013

I know you weren't asking ME, but here's a link to the article that got me started running intervals.

http://www.nerdfitness.com/blog/2009/01/27/kick-your-ass-and-kickstart-your-metabolism-in-20-minutes/

Great article. That's the one I was thinking of, but was on my mobile and thus lazy. Thanks!

I've been slacking in posting, Vancouver friend! But I went hiking on the Deep Cove trail you mentioned. It made me laugh because in Ontario, that trail would be hard not easy. You BC folk and your hiking fitness! *shakes fist* But honestly it was awesome, the dogs had a blast and were absolutely exhausted. Can't wait to do it again.

We're back in Ontario for a few weeks, but when we head back out to BC you should come hiking with us sometime!

Glad the view was worth it. I remember Ontario has some pretty cool hikes as well, so hopefully you'll get a few in! Have you seen the Vancouver meet up thread? Possibility of a hike are being discussed!

rogaecia · June 24, 2013

Day 20: Last two days have been going well. Getting back on track and recovering from the sprain. Ran for 15 min last night, but today did the full 25 min and hit 4.2kms, a personal best. Also did a 15km bike ride today. Had cole fillets with lemon and cilantro tonight. Good eating!
Haven't re-incorporated strength training just ye. Hit the 3rd mini-challenge with ease, as there hasn't been much to do except stretch.

Yeah to personal bests Your day sounds awesome and your dinner just made my mouth water.

I hope your shoulder is mending well. <3

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