Sad but True!

I found out the hard way that I can't do the same exercise for longer than two weeks. 

I guess I'm easily bored! 

So, for the next two weeks I'll be doing 30 minutes of Belly Dancing. 

I am the same size since the last time I checked in, so I think the stair walking is helping me keep my weight/waist down! 

I've always loved dancing, so I think this will be good for me! When I find a good "How To" belly dancing site, I'll let you know. I feel more comfortable working out in my own apartment, no one to look at you and laugh or judge. I really hate that feeling, especially when I'm kind of uncoordinated and I'm not really 'good' at the whole work out thing. I never feel like I have the write clothes on either... WHERE THE HELL DO YOU FIND CUTE WORK OUT CLOTHES?? Anyway... I digress... (but seriously... if you know where to get cute work out clothes, let me know) 

(Awesome Vintage Belly Dancing Photo: Check!!)

I'm also sorry that I haven't gotten those pics up from my trip to Waco. I can't find my camera cord... but the moment I do, you'll see them! 

What have I been up to?? I'm glad you asked. 

I am currently getting my apartment together. An organized home equals an organized life. 

I've been taking picture of all my projects, so hopefully you'll see a few tutorials up... if I ever find my camera cord.... 

First Stop: THE KITCHEN!! (cue music)

I think our new place has the smallest kitchen EVER..for a 1300sqft apartment that is... 

I'm am getting stuff out of drawers and cabinets onto the walls.... first thing when organizing your home, use what you already have... and we have wall space! 

'How?' you wonder? Just wait and see... well that's if I can load my pictures on to here :)

Anyway... I'll be checking in next week with my measurements... so wish me luck! 

~Much love from Dallas 

Heidi 

Post Thanksgiving!

We are officially past Thanksgiving... and I have to confess that I completely fell off the workout wagon for the last week. Not only did I get caught up with family and friends, I also was ill for two days and in no shape to do any kind of physical activity.

One thing I've learned in life is to allow myself to fail, to fall down, to slip up and land flat on my... rump.
It's really easy to mess up. What's not easy is picking yourself up again and getting back on the horse, or roller blades, or exercise schedule. Just because you don't make it the first time doesn't mean you won't get there eventually. Mistakes make us who we are, they teach us and give us character and scars. I know there are people who pride themselves on perfection... but that doesn't sound like fun to me, at all!!

I hope I'm never perfect... my flaws make me who I am, and I'm doing my best to try to love them.

So, this Thursday I'll check in... and hopefully (keep your fingers crossed) I'm not too far from my last measurements!

A few updates...

I've started walking the stairs at work instead of taking the elevator. I know not everyone has this option, but it's a really easy and simple activity change. I understand if you work in a building that has 30 floors, this doesn't really seem feasible. Here's an idea from my friend Brandy, she works on the 14th floor... so to make it easier she rides the elevator to the 10th floor and walks the rest... and usually beats the elevator.

I wore a belt this weekend that hasn't fit me the last two months. (Score!!)

I'm getting really bored with my workout routine.. so when I change that up I'll let you know. I'm thinking either a belly dancing work out... or ballet. Time to mix it up and make it a little more fun.


Soapboxing it:

I just need to get on my soap box really quick and talk about this....

I recently have been looking at these "Get Healthy" websites and blogs to try to, you know, get healthier and stuff... and I've been bombarded with statements like "Get off the couch", "Sleep in your work out clothes so you can go straight to working out in the morning" and "Stop driving, run home from work".

First of all, the couch is where I do the majority of my crafting... because it's comfortable. I know that this statement may have been directed to "Couch Potatoes", but I feel like they should be a little more specific. Just because we like to sit on the couch and watch TV doesn't make us lazy or fat... it just means our life is not focused around exercise. I can do a chunk of my exercises on the couch in front of the TV..... but that's just me.

I WILL NEVER sleep in my exercise clothes... EVER... I'm just not that dedicated... I know it may make sense to those who want to get up at the crack of dawn... but I don't. I enjoy working out at the end of my day, after dinner. I feel more awake and more driven to actually complete my workout. I refuse to live my life around an exercise schedule.

Run home from work?? Seriously?? I'm STARVING by the end of my work day... and I also don't work in the best part of town... there's no way I'm running home from work. This sounds completely ridiculous to me. I guess it makes sense if you live a block or two away, but I think for the most of us... that's not gonna happen.

Just because I don't schedule my life around a workout doesn't mean that I'm unhealthy, it means I have sooo many other activities in my life that there's no way to center myself around just one. For those people who think a life centered around exercise is normal, it's not!! For those who feel like their doing something wrong for not living this way... you're not!! Just do your best at fitting at least 30 minutes of exercise into your day... trying is what matters.
Not all of us can dedicate our lives to the Workout Gods... and I'm sick of the expectation.

Okay.. off the soap box.

Here's to getting back on the Exercise Wagon!

Much Love from Texas!! 

XOXO

~Heidi

30 Day Challenge: Day 7

This week was a STRUGGLE!!

I learned a valuable rule about stretching. STRETCH BEFORE WORKING OUT!! or you won't be able to move the next day. One word: OUCH!
I also skipped a few days because I was in a lot of pain... I'm very out of shape. But, upon the request of Micah, I still stretched even though my left leg hurt too much to put weight on it. Doing this kept my schedule, and also helped my hurt muscles.
I also changed my work out to exclude my legs while they recovered (so just working on arms and abs). Day 7 and I still can't climb stairs... but I'm getting there.

And now for my official check in: 
Weight: 121
Bust: 34 1/2"
Waist: 27 1/2"
Hips: 33"

Progress:
Weight: -4 Pounds
Bust: -1 1/2"
Waist: -4 1/2"
Hips: -1"

I think that's pretty good progress for one week!! Especially with skipping a couple days.

(Look back to 30 Day Challenge: Day 1 for my workout webiste) 

Will have a post for you soon of my awesome weekend in Waco, Tx.

Much Love from TX
~ Heidi

Time is Flying!

This week is moving fast!!

I have some inspiring quotes for you:

"Opportunity is missed by most people because it's dressed in overalls and look like work"
~Thomas Edison

"To improve is to change, to be perfect is to change often."
~Winston Churchill

"Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid."
~ Albert Einstein

"Think left and think right. Think low and think high. Oh, the thinks you can think up if only you try."
~ Dr. Seuss

"Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working."
~ Pablo Picasso

"It's never too late to be what you might have been."
~ George Elliot



Now, be great!! Or Else!

('cause I'm watching you)

~Hope you're Having a GREAT Week!!

Heidi

30 Day Challenge: Day 1

Most don't know that I've constantly struggled with my weight since I was in Elementary School. The heaviest I've topped out at is 160 pounds, and at 5'4" that's a lot on my little frame. The lightest I've been, in my adult life, is 105 pounds... which is waaaaay to skinny for me. (Yes, there is such a thing as too skinny)

The last two years I've been a pescetarian (which means I was a vegetarian that ate fish and eggs) which helped me balance out my weight, but recently I've started eating chicken again... and it's made me gain about 15 pounds. (...and now my jeans don't fit).

I think it's time to get in to shape.
I've decided to do a 30 Day Challenge where I work out 6 days a week for 30 days.
I'll be checking in with my results weekly.

This is the workout website I'm using. It's a work out for curvy girls... and I'm curvy!!

This is the website I'm using to help monitor what I'm eating.

And now for my official check in (as of 11/8/2012):

Weight: 125
Bust: 36"
Waist: 32"
Hips: 34"

Bad Picture (Check)

Look at that belly, flabby arms, and cellulite.... ouch! 

I'm ready to get sexy! and feel better about my body!! 

Wish me luck!! 

~Much Love from Texas,
Heidi

About This Blog:

My name is Heidi.

I've created this blog to share my life with all of you.

I'm sure you're going to ask me what started all of this. That's a common question.
The concept of blogging about my life is seeded in one word: Stoic.
Not what you were expecting... I know... but when someone describes you as stoic, it starts to make you think.

Sto-ic
adjective
Definition: one who is indifferent and free from passion.

I know that the person who described me in this manner believed it to be a compliment.... I'm not insulted by it... I just wouldn't describe myself in this manner. Then I came to the conclusion that most people don't know the real me... and how do I show people the real me?? Through this blog. (yeah, I know it's weird, but just run with me here).

How I would describe myself:

Convivial:
adjective
Definition:
1. Friendly, agreeable
2. Fond of feasting, drinking, and merry company; jovial.


So, set your pace, try to keep up, and enjoy this little window into my crazy, emotional, fun filled life.

~ Much Love From Texas, 

Heidi