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Weight Update

The last time I posted about my weight was in May and I had 26.6lbs to lose. Well friends I am happy to report that as of this morning I have 9.6lbs to go! I'm so proud of myself. I have to admit, it hasn't been a walk in the park.

I went back to work which I thought would be tough for my workouts but I started the 30 day shred, just like I promised back in May.  It was only 20 minutes and very easy to fit into my day. I just got up early and did it. But then I started to get bored. There are 3 levels and by the time I made it to level 3 it just got monotonous. So, my solution, infomercials. I have to admit I'm slightly obsessed with all things infomercial. I don't actually buy into most of them but I love a before and after shot. I happen to love all the kitchen gadgets too but haven't bought any of those. 

There were 3 workout DVDs that I was debating about buying.
  1. P90X, I decided against this one only because several people had told me that some workouts can be as long as 1.5 hours. I just don't have that kind of time. Sorry Tony Horton (no relation).
  2. Insanity, this one intrigued me and maybe at some point I may buy it but it's 40 minutes....still a slight time commitment for me. I realize it sounds short but I already get up at 5:30 and sleep is my only vice so no thanks.
  3. Jillian Michaels Body Revolution. 30 minutes a day, 6 days a week, for 90 days. SOLD.
Now, I knew I couldn't do this alone so I enlisted the help of a good friend that I've known since high school, Jennifer Crandall. She is one of the most driven people I know, has 3 awesome kids and was currently doing the 30 day shred like me.

Here's how it works. Every morning after my workout I email her to tell her how I did, how much someone in the video annoyed me, how out of shape I feel, etc. She does the same. Just having someone to be accountable to is so helpful! As Jen said to me not too long ago "yeah, you don't want to be a tool and email me and say I just didn't feel like working out today". She's right. I don't want to be a tool!

We are officially done with weeks 1 and 2 and I feel amazing! I love how fast paced the workouts are. I've dropped 1.5lbs in 2 weeks and also 6.25 inches overall. Next week we kick it up a notch to harder workouts but I have no doubt we will kill it. 

There have been a few challenges though. Stella decided this past Friday to wake up at 5:45 screaming bloody murder. So I had to feed her and get her ready for the day and then situate her on her play mat while I worked out. She was mesmerized by Jillian, truly hilarious. I wish I had a picture (I'm awful about pictures if you haven't noticed....I'm trying to get better) The point is I've learned that I CAN fit in exercise, 30 minutes a day, 6 days a week. It's not hard! And, after I'm finished I feel like I accomplished something big! I love lists, I usually have a few going at a time and I love checking off my workout.

So if you're thinking about buying something off an infomercial buy this, it's really good! Well, so far. I might be hobling around next week.

Comments

  1. JENJuly 28, 2012 at 3:09 PM

    Oh yeah - we are totally kicking butt!! Love you for having me do this with you!!!

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  2. JeannieJuly 28, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    I am so inspired! I literally never exercise and time is the excuse I ues with 2 kids and a full time job. But, you are right. I can do it in the morning and it will make me way happier. Way to go, Emily! Keep it up!

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  3. hughesfamilyJuly 29, 2012 at 4:06 PM

    You are awesome. I am so glad you are my friend because you make me a better person!

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  4. WizAugust 10, 2012 at 7:16 PM

    Such a great idea to work out together! My workout plan is that the kids rooms are upstairs and our room is downstairs. Between going up and down the stairs 2354 times a day, its enough for right now. I have no idea what I will do after this baby, but it will be nice to know that I am DONE so I can finally have my body back once and for all :) Proud of you! You are doing awesome!

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