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Post by canteverremember on Aug 7, 2020 11:00:38 GMT -6
jorkzyI have to have a protein shake daily to get enough. I cannot take in any iron, so all red meat, beans, quinoa, oatmeal, the good obvious protein sources I cannot have at all. So I have to have the shake with milk I get 37 grams then a 15 gram protein yogurt and then dinner try to eat enough chicken it’s the lowest in iron I have found, or ground turkey. Even though there is some iron in that. It’s hard to find things to eat. I don’t drink water instead of eating when hungry it’s just that for some reason too much water sitting in my stomach feels like I need to eat to soak it up or something. I don’t think I’m explaining right. It is hot here in Ma been 90s for awhile so I will have more water when we go out walking. Maybe shoot for 80-100? One can try. Thank you!
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Post by canteverremember on Aug 7, 2020 11:01:50 GMT -6
cnf yes I have found if I have a water tracker I get excited to add to it so I definitely drink more than if not tracking. I’m going To try for 80, see what happens.
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Post by sally on Aug 7, 2020 12:32:21 GMT -6
I did a quick (for me) 6k this morning. It was nice and cool which helped a lot! I stretched with Peloton before and after and I might try foam rolling later. Between that and taking the dog out I should get a lot of steps today. Food should be good as long as I’m not tempted by chocolate or cake later - I’ll leave that indulgence for the weekend.
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Post by notagoddess on Aug 7, 2020 12:40:01 GMT -6
I did Robin’s 20 min New Tracks ride after lunch. It was the first one I’ve done in almost two weeks, but I think the swimming and hiking I did recently was sufficient to maintain my base level of cardio.
I also did Kristin’s 30 minute yoga flow from yesterday. I love a class with a lot of balance poses, even though I’m not the best at it.
Tomorrow morning I’m going back to my yoga studio for the first time since lockdown. I’m a little nervous but super excited.
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Post by willow on Aug 7, 2020 13:38:37 GMT -6
My ab rehab was a longer strength routine today so I just hopped on the Peloton for a scenic 10 min national parks ride instead of a full instructor ride. I switched off speed and climb intervals every other minute to make the 10 min still involve a lot of exertion. It would be really cool if the bike could speed up the scenery to match your pace but I suppose that would shorten the ride given the amount of video they have, ha.
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Post by MelanieCarmichael on Aug 7, 2020 13:43:42 GMT -6
I knocked out Hannah C's 45-min Low Impact Ride at lunchtime. Per the discussion the other day, low impact definitely doesn't mean easy. I was ready to throw in the towel about halfway through. Partly because my legs were so sore from Matty's glutes/legs workout yesterday (the SO MANY SQUATS!!! one). I did Hannah F's 5-min post-ride stretch afterwards. My legs feel like rubber but I guess that's good. RunsforWineandCarbs, enjoy that beach and give your legs some rest. RE the water discussion. I guess I'm a weirdo (as if you didn't know that already LOL) but unless I'm working out, hot (from the temp or the aforementioned working out), or eating something salty/spicy, I'm never all that thirsty. Period. Not for anything, water included. Maybe the more you drink, the more you crave it? I don't know.
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Post by sally on Aug 7, 2020 15:10:02 GMT -6
@melaniecarmichael I must be a water weirdo too. I drink water, but I don’t know if I’ve ever had as much as some of the numbers talked about in threads like this. I always wonder why so much, but never ask! It just seems like a lot *to me* but I am not an expert.
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Post by cnf on Aug 7, 2020 15:21:31 GMT -6
I knocked out Hannah C's 45-min Low Impact Ride at lunchtime. Per the discussion the other day, low impact definitely doesn't mean easy. I was ready to throw in the towel about halfway through. Partly because my legs were so sore from Matty's glutes/legs workout yesterday (the SO MANY SQUATS!!! one). I did Hannah F's 5-min post-ride stretch afterwards. My legs feel like rubber but I guess that's good. RunsforWineandCarbs, enjoy that beach and give your legs some rest. RE the water discussion. I guess I'm a weirdo (as if you didn't know that already LOL) but unless I'm working out, hot (from the temp or the aforementioned working out), or eating something salty/spicy, I'm never all that thirsty. Period. Not for anything, water included. Maybe the more you drink, the more you crave it? I don't know. I make myself drink water. I'm not someone who is naturally thirsty either and if I don't try I'll go all day drinking nothing but black coffee and like 16-24oz of water and feel fine. But I feel SO much better when I get an appropriate amount of water down everyday.
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Post by thatgolfb on Aug 7, 2020 16:01:39 GMT -6
I knocked out Hannah C's 45-min Low Impact Ride at lunchtime. Per the discussion the other day, low impact definitely doesn't mean easy. I was ready to throw in the towel about halfway through. Partly because my legs were so sore from Matty's glutes/legs workout yesterday (the SO MANY SQUATS!!! one). I did Hannah F's 5-min post-ride stretch afterwards. My legs feel like rubber but I guess that's good. RunsforWineandCarbs , enjoy that beach and give your legs some rest. RE the water discussion. I guess I'm a weirdo (as if you didn't know that already LOL) but unless I'm working out, hot (from the temp or the aforementioned working out), or eating something salty/spicy, I'm never all that thirsty. Period. Not for anything, water included. Maybe the more you drink, the more you crave it? I don't know. I make myself drink water. I'm not someone who is naturally thirsty either and if I don't try I'll go all day drinking nothing but black coffee and like 16-24oz of water and feel fine. But I feel SO much better when I get an appropriate amount of water down everyday. This is me exactly. H and DD1 are both people who get thirsty, even in the middle of the night, and keep water bottles next to them to take swigs of. I just... don't get thirsty like that, even on days where I am not consistently drinking water. I have to keep track of how much I am drinking, or there would be days where I likely wouldn't drink more than a cup or two of water.
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Post by thatgolfb on Aug 7, 2020 16:03:18 GMT -6
Also, hi. Today was a rest day for me. But I had already hit my 5 days of 30+ minutes of exercise according to my Fitbit, Sun-Thurs. So that's nice. I got to sleep in until 6:40 today, and got almost 8 hours of sleep. It was amazing and almost never happens during the week.
Food has been okay. Not really tracking. But eating my normal foods.
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Post by GhoatMonket on Aug 7, 2020 16:27:48 GMT -6
Snuck out of work early to get my workout in before a work event. Maybe I don't hate the SSB. Sigh. Today might have been the most I've had on that bar. I probably could have gone up a bit but I was on a time crunch.
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Post by DavidRose on Aug 7, 2020 16:45:51 GMT -6
Hi. I need to come back here. I have been working out on and off during quarantine but couldn't find my groove. I decided to suck it up and got up early the past 2 mornings to workout. I feel so much better when I do.
Then I got a notification that my gym is going to start outdoor classes and I am so pumped I can't even wait.
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Post by coffee on Aug 7, 2020 16:49:19 GMT -6
I’m in the “drink to thirst” camp. I always have water available but I don’t force myself to drink certain amounts (unless it’s before or after drinking alcohol because otherwise I hate life).
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Post by Rusty Red on Aug 7, 2020 17:33:33 GMT -6
I made a decision the other day that I don't want to attempt any more full marathons. I think the injury last year was my body's way of telling me no. I've been feeling kind of crappy the last couple of days, though. I feel like I failed somehow, saying I'm only going to do halfs.
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Post by lemons on Aug 7, 2020 17:36:06 GMT -6
I opted for pizza.
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Post by beersandweirs on Aug 7, 2020 17:42:41 GMT -6
I just cut up a whole watermelon, I love having it around to snack on when I'm feeling snacky. Watermelon may be one of the best things about summer!
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Post by pootsen on Aug 7, 2020 18:17:14 GMT -6
I always have water with me and never have a problem with not drinking enough. I probably drink at least 120 oz a day.
Today was a rest day. Other than a Smirnoff Ice (I got iced by a coworker!) and one of my MILs chocolate chip cookies (she makes the best ever!) food was great.
B- protein bar, coffee L- taco salad with a southwest salad mix, lean ground beef, and black beans S- fiber one bar D- chicken brat, cucumber salad, peas
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Post by coconutbacon on Aug 7, 2020 18:25:39 GMT -6
I made a decision the other day that I don't want to attempt any more full marathons. I think the injury last year was my body's way of telling me no. I've been feeling kind of crappy the last couple of days, though. I feel like I failed somehow, saying I'm only going to do halfs. You have not failed! A marathon is an arbitrary distance. You tried it. It wasn’t for you. You enjoy half’s. That’s great! I did one sprint tri 6 years ago and it was fun, but ultimately not my thing. I really prefer all running races. Maybe I’ll do another sort of tri again at some point, maybe not, but it doesn’t mean I failed. Ultimately, your races are for YOU. Only do what you enjoy/ get something out of!
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Post by jorkzy on Aug 7, 2020 19:32:47 GMT -6
I made a decision the other day that I don't want to attempt any more full marathons. I think the injury last year was my body's way of telling me no. I've been feeling kind of crappy the last couple of days, though. I feel like I failed somehow, saying I'm only going to do halfs. Idk I feel like consistently running 13 freaking miles is nothing to sneeze at. You’re doing awesome! Would 5 years ago you be disappointed that today-you is ONLY going to run 13 mile races? (And not bc today-you can’t, but bc you’re making the conscious decision not to. Self-care, really). I think she’d be like, wow that chick is ahhhmazing. ❤️
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Post by RunsforWineandCarbs on Aug 7, 2020 20:02:45 GMT -6
Thanks for all the love...I actually needed it and needed to hear it.
I think I'm gonna do a run walk tomorrow or just a fun walk, depending on my leg. Before I pack and we leave. But i am looking forward to walks and jogs on the beach...the sand is firm, water calm, and skies are typically beautiful. I'm much excited...
Not scared to share ... St. Pete beach. Go...its freaking the best.
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Post by GhoatMonket on Aug 7, 2020 20:40:36 GMT -6
I made a decision the other day that I don't want to attempt any more full marathons. I think the injury last year was my body's way of telling me no. I've been feeling kind of crappy the last couple of days, though. I feel like I failed somehow, saying I'm only going to do halfs. Idk I feel like consistently running 13 freaking miles is nothing to sneeze at. You’re doing awesome! Would 5 years ago you be disappointed that today-you is ONLY going to run 13 mile races? (And not bc today-you can’t, but bc you’re making the conscious decision not to. Self-care, really). I think she’d be like, wow that chick is ahhhmazing. ❤️ Like hey- this isn't my thing. So I'm going to focus on something that might be more my thing. Like I'm not a failure because I don't do Oly lifting or Strongman. They aren't my jam.
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Post by cnf on Aug 7, 2020 20:48:14 GMT -6
I made a decision the other day that I don't want to attempt any more full marathons. I think the injury last year was my body's way of telling me no. I've been feeling kind of crappy the last couple of days, though. I feel like I failed somehow, saying I'm only going to do halfs. Girl, you did not fail. You ran a fucking MARATHON. Just because doing another one isn't something you feel is beneficial to you does not mean you failed. It means you're realistic about what is good for you, mentally and physically. Focus your energy on halves and fucking crush it, because we all know you can and will.
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Post by jorkzy on Aug 7, 2020 20:56:47 GMT -6
Idk I feel like consistently running 13 freaking miles is nothing to sneeze at. You’re doing awesome! Would 5 years ago you be disappointed that today-you is ONLY going to run 13 mile races? (And not bc today-you can’t, but bc you’re making the conscious decision not to. Self-care, really). I think she’d be like, wow that chick is ahhhmazing. ❤️ Like hey- this isn't my thing. So I'm going to focus on something that might be more my thing. Like I'm not a failure because I don't do Oly lifting or Strongman. They aren't my jam. 💯
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Post by coffee on Aug 7, 2020 20:59:19 GMT -6
I made a decision the other day that I don't want to attempt any more full marathons. I think the injury last year was my body's way of telling me no. I've been feeling kind of crappy the last couple of days, though. I feel like I failed somehow, saying I'm only going to do halfs. It’s ok to take a break from the craziness and intensity that is marathon training, or to not be in the mood for that kind of training right now because of **all of this**. And maybe you’ll never want to run another one again, but not running *this* marathon *this* time doesn’t have to mean you won’t ever run another one- unless you continue to not want to! Take your time and focus on things that your body enjoys doing right now. Did your bike come? This could be a great time to do some awesome spin classes without worrying about needing to get your long run in the next day or having your legs feel shredded. I’m also not feeling that into my marathon training. And I love love running. I just don’t always have it in me to self motivate to do speed workouts because in general I don’t like them. So for this year I either won’t run the marathon (who even knows if it will happen anyway!), or I’ll release it and just run it without the time goal I set for myself last year. If you told me in January that this is where I’d be I would have laughed or not believed you. But here we are. You work hard! You will get through this. You won’t lose strength, you’ll just gain it in other areas. And if and when you’re ready to do another marathon they will still be there for you!
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Post by GhoatMonket on Aug 7, 2020 21:50:31 GMT -6
So one thing I have been trying to work on is my attitude in general. I've had a crap attitude about pretty much everything for a while (what? me? I'm sure you are all shocked). Like years- this isn't a COVID thing. So part of what I am working on is journaling more. I am absolutely horrid at coming up with topics that don't spiral into negative territory or that aren't completely self aggrandizing, so I searched out some prompts. This is the one I am currently working with (and I do it at night because fuck writing before coffee). I haven't been doing it daily, but I'm working on doing it more frequently going forward. Trying to get into a little better place before my class starts. I really have to make a point that I'm not allowed to be sarcastic or self deprecating with my answers. It's amazing how easy it is to resort to that.
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Post by emma on Aug 7, 2020 22:10:07 GMT -6
I haven’t been in my bike since Tuesday since I slept in Wednesday, had an early meeting Thursday, and it was raining this morning but I did get a 1.5k row in today plus weights. MH commented on my arms yesterday and said he could really see a difference in definition from a few months ago. So that kind of made my day
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Post by jorkzy on Aug 7, 2020 23:38:06 GMT -6
GhoatMonket I love that! I’ve been trying to get more into journaling too. I think I would have the same struggles as you - avoiding sarcasm and self-deprecating talk is hard! So much easier to resort to that than think about my actual, like, feelings and stuff. Thanks for sharing.
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Post by pearbear on Aug 8, 2020 4:09:03 GMT -6
So one thing I have been trying to work on is my attitude in general. I've had a crap attitude about pretty much everything for a while (what? me? I'm sure you are all shocked). Like years- this isn't a COVID thing. So part of what I am working on is journaling more. I am absolutely horrid at coming up with topics that don't spiral into negative territory or that aren't completely self aggrandizing, so I searched out some prompts. This is the one I am currently working with (and I do it at night because fuck writing before coffee). I haven't been doing it daily, but I'm working on doing it more frequently going forward. Trying to get into a little better place before my class starts. I really have to make a point that I'm not allowed to be sarcastic or self deprecating with my answers. It's amazing how easy it is to resort to that. I keep meaning to start journaling because of my bad attitude lately. I might try out these prompts. My thing is that I hate writing by hand. I’m a really fast typist and so I get frustrated when I can’t get words down as quickly by hand. I need to just start a Word doc journal or something.
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Post by GhoatMonket on Aug 8, 2020 5:45:13 GMT -6
So one thing I have been trying to work on is my attitude in general. I've had a crap attitude about pretty much everything for a while (what? me? I'm sure you are all shocked). Like years- this isn't a COVID thing. So part of what I am working on is journaling more. I am absolutely horrid at coming up with topics that don't spiral into negative territory or that aren't completely self aggrandizing, so I searched out some prompts. This is the one I am currently working with (and I do it at night because fuck writing before coffee). I haven't been doing it daily, but I'm working on doing it more frequently going forward. Trying to get into a little better place before my class starts. I really have to make a point that I'm not allowed to be sarcastic or self deprecating with my answers. It's amazing how easy it is to resort to that. I keep meaning to start journaling because of my bad attitude lately. I might try out these prompts. My thing is that I hate writing by hand. I’m a really fast typist and so I get frustrated when I can’t get words down as quickly by hand. I need to just start a Word doc journal or something. My hand goes numb and my writing goes to shit at times, but **for me** I've found that physically writing it can also make me slow it down a little because I can't write that fast, or I have to wait to go on to the next thought until I finish the last one. Obviously there's no right or wrong way on this.
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Post by abs on Aug 8, 2020 6:07:50 GMT -6
Good Morning! Happy Saturday.
It was a pretty decent week. Not great but better than it has been. I got a couple of bike rides in and yesterday I did my first strength class in awhile. It was a Jess Sim's full body and I am so sore today in the best way--especially in my obliques. I don't know what it is about her...it always starts out with me thinking oh, this is easy and then at the end I'm gasping for breath.
Today I need to write out my plans for next week. I need a trial run of how I am going to get my workouts in when school starts back. I think the best thing is to get up at 6:15, eat my breakfast and drink coffee, and then start my workout by 7. This will give me a bit of time to cool off and then help DD get logged on by 8. Luckily DH is still WFH so he said he will get himself up early as well so he can walk before 7 and then will get DD breakfast while I workout. We will see. I know I am going to need a solid routine.
Add me to the I have to force myself to drink water crew. I do feel so much when I drink more but I am just never thirsty so it's hard to remember. One thing I have found that helps with my motivation for everything is physically writing down what I did in my planner. I mean, I am not using it for anything else so why not? I am very goal oriented and a visual person so if I see a bunch of blank squares it gives me motivation to go move. I may start using it track eating and water consumption as well.
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