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Post by sweetp on Aug 26, 2021 10:22:07 GMT -6
My motivation is lagging the last couple of days. Tbh a lot of things are, and I think it's why I fell out of sync with the thread. Anxiety spikes, and I withdraw like a turtle. But yesterday I got myself a shiny new prescription for Lexapro. I've resisted medication for... no good reason. I wouldn't resist meds for another health issue. I can't do it on my own. I resisted for so long, even suffering through significant PPA with both my kids. I finally went on Lexapro a few years ago and suddenly the world felt doable. Good for you. |
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Post by abs on Aug 26, 2021 10:25:18 GMT -6
Hugs to all struggling right now. Life is just a lot right now so be kind to yourselves. (Hope you are listening self!!)
Good workout today.
30 minute classic rock ride with Ben
10 minute arms and shoulders with Selena
15 minute Barre with Hannah
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Post by CurlieWhirlie on Aug 26, 2021 10:30:56 GMT -6
newspapers I'm sorry you are struggling, and I hear what you are saying about feeling that your body is reflective of your personal failure. The Puritans really fucked us up. Seriously, hear me out. Americans tend to attach moral virtue to people who are rich, successful, powerful, beautiful. That 100% comes from the Calvinist belief in pre-destination. They viewed success or beauty as a sign that people had been pre-selected by God to go to heaven. And if you were pre-destined, nothing you did in life would change that fact, so however powerful people behaved must be ok by God. It's so fucked up and it's definitely part of the reason people believe Trump must be good because he's rich and successful, even with evidence to the contrary. And it's also part of the reason we attach body size and personal appearance with moral virtue, however sub-consciously. I don't know if it helps you at all, it probably doesn't but I feel like I could write a book about how the Puritans fucked up Western culture. Thank you for coming to my Ted Talk.
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Post by RunsforWineandCarbs on Aug 26, 2021 10:58:40 GMT -6
My motivation is lagging the last couple of days. Tbh a lot of things are, and I think it's why I fell out of sync with the thread. Anxiety spikes, and I withdraw like a turtle. But yesterday I got myself a shiny new prescription for Lexapro. I've resisted medication for... no good reason. I wouldn't resist meds for another health issue. I can't do it on my own. I resisted for so long, even suffering through significant PPA with both my kids. I finally went on Lexapro a few years ago and suddenly the world felt doable. Good for you. my doc just upped my dosage. i may ask for him to up it even more in a few weeks; we shall see.
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Post by RunsforWineandCarbs on Aug 26, 2021 11:00:52 GMT -6
alright everyone that is sitting next to me on the woe is me bench (cause i am here) for whatever reason and is lacking motivation, put your right hand up and repeat after me.
I am worthy
I am beautiful
I will get my workout in.
I can do this.
Ok now go out there and crush those goals.
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Post by cnf on Aug 26, 2021 11:02:38 GMT -6
Oh newspapers, I am so sorry you're struggling. I will echo that your body is not a sign of any failure. It still does amazing things for you. We are all a work in progress and anyone that judges you on your weight is an asshole who needs a serious look in the mirror. |
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Post by edm on Aug 26, 2021 11:05:59 GMT -6
Happy Thursday!
I'm sorry to everyone having a hard time.
Yesterday I gave blood so I took a rest day. It took 3 phlebotomists but they finally got it going. I have the worst veins regardless of how hydrated I am.
Today I have upper body strength and then lower body stretch.
I got some amazing news. I finished first in my age group for the 2race series I did. Apparently you had to run both races to qualify for an award. So here I am with a 14.00 min/mile avg for the two races, is sitting atop of the podium 😀. I have to pick my award tomorrow.
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Post by cnf on Aug 26, 2021 11:07:41 GMT -6
My motivation is lagging the last couple of days. Tbh a lot of things are, and I think it's why I fell out of sync with the thread. Anxiety spikes, and I withdraw like a turtle. But yesterday I got myself a shiny new prescription for Lexapro. I've resisted medication for... no good reason. I wouldn't resist meds for another health issue. I can't do it on my own. ❤️❤️❤️ |
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Post by cnf on Aug 26, 2021 11:10:23 GMT -6
Happy Thursday! I'm sorry to everyone having a hard time. Yesterday I gave blood so I took a rest day. It took 3 phlebotomists but they finally got it going. I have the worst veins regardless of how hydrated I am. Today I have upper body strength and then lower body stretch. I got some amazing news. I finished first in my age group for the 2race series I did. Apparently you had to run both races to qualify for an award. So here I am with a 14.00/mile avg for the two races, is sitting atop of the podium 😀. I have to pick my award tomorrow. Amazing!!! Congratulations on your win! Enjoy it, girl! |
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Post by MelanieCarmichael on Aug 26, 2021 11:31:12 GMT -6
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Post by coconutbacon on Aug 26, 2021 13:00:14 GMT -6
Hi from vacation! I have not caught up yet, but I’m sorry for those who are struggling.
I’ve been doing mostly barefoot beach runs while I’m here. 2 at 10 miles and the rest between 5k and 10k. Also swimming and paddle boarding, which I think is definitely working my arches, calves and core.
I’m not stressing about food, but I’ll be back home on Sunday, and I can’t wait to eat lots of not fried vegetables that aren’t corn.
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Post by CurlieWhirlie on Aug 26, 2021 13:15:59 GMT -6
I did Week 4 Class 2 of the You Can Run program (20 minute easy pace walk + run with Jess) today on my lunch break, and was feeling good after so did a 20 minute outdoor pop run with Matty afterwards. 4 miles total in 40 minutes, so I'm feeling really good about that!
I think adding running to my weekly routine has contributed to the 4 lbs I have dropped in the last month. Well, that and cutting out alcohol on weeknights and bedtime snacking.
Oh and I couldn't contain my curiosity about the Tread+ being off the website so I asked customer service in the chat and they said they took it down because they don't have a date yet for when it's coming back, and they want to promote the new Tread that's for sale, but that it WILL return. So I'll continue to hold out.
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Post by willow on Aug 26, 2021 13:28:01 GMT -6
Sending love and support those here struggling with body image. Sometimes I think about how societies used to put curvy women on a pedestal, quite literally with all the statues and paintings of women that have obvious rolls and roundness. Of course those women had basically no rights like we do today lol but how nice to be admired physically. I’m not even considered overweight via BMI right now but I also struggle with the stomach area that is growing more wrinkled and loose skin as I do change my body composition. Which is good, but then I get self conscious about the skin. All of that seems so silly sometimes because I know my H thinks I’m hot and will hop into bed with me at anytime, which is definitely who matters most besides me as far as what people think of me. Such a mindfuck.
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Post by willow on Aug 26, 2021 13:29:26 GMT -6
Today was leg day.
20 min glutes and legs with Robin
10 min glutes and legs with Rad
About to go do 15 min lower body foam rolling with Hannah C
I didn’t realize until we were going that Robins class was an advanced one lol so that was intense. It was good though!
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Post by chocolatecake on Aug 26, 2021 13:37:53 GMT -6
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Post by cnf on Aug 26, 2021 14:09:50 GMT -6
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Post by cnf on Aug 26, 2021 15:13:05 GMT -6
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Post by abs on Aug 26, 2021 15:15:32 GMT -6
So tempting. I mean my Schwinn IC4 is great and gets the job done but I’d love the actual metrics. Really good deal! |
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Post by cnf on Aug 26, 2021 15:16:53 GMT -6
So tempting. I mean my Schwinn IC4 is great and gets the job done but I’d love the actual metrics. Really good deal! It is a great deal! Their earnings report came out and it was not good apparently, so they slashed the price to try to drive sales. Works in the favor of anyone on the fence though. |
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Post by chocolatecake on Aug 26, 2021 16:02:45 GMT -6
So tempting. I mean my Schwinn IC4 is great and gets the job done but I’d love the actual metrics. Really good deal! It is a great deal! Their earnings report came out and it was not good apparently, so they slashed the price to try to drive sales. Works in the favor of anyone on the fence though. The pandemic skyrocketed their sales/reach into home fitness market and then the tread accidents tanked them (I think return to normalcy after vaccines also played a factor). I do wonder with Delta and likelihood of further variants will play into company growth. Curious to see how tread sales go. Ps. Buying the basic tread on Monday! |
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Post by keg on Aug 26, 2021 16:07:10 GMT -6
I opted for a brick workout instead of a long-ish run. Will do some strength later tonight.
20 min 90s ride with CDE
45 min HIIT & Hills run with Becs
My legs feels tired in the best way so mission accomplished!
The price cut on the Peloton is so tempting but the monthly $ jump from the app cost still holds me back.
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Post by jorkzy on Aug 26, 2021 16:09:19 GMT -6
My birthday IS this weekend.... 🤔 |
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Post by MelanieCarmichael on Aug 26, 2021 16:24:13 GMT -6
I'm struggling with vertigo (it actually came on yesterday morning). I haven't had it this bad in over a decade. I'm sure it's stress-related. So I've done some PT maneuvers and hoping that it goes away. I want to get back at it tomorrow.
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Post by cnf on Aug 26, 2021 16:26:15 GMT -6
My birthday IS this weekend.... 🤔 Gurl!  |
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Post by CurlieWhirlie on Aug 26, 2021 16:30:37 GMT -6
I opted for a brick workout instead of a long-ish run. Will do some strength later tonight. 20 min 90s ride with CDE 45 min HIIT & Hills run with Becs My legs feels tired in the best way so mission accomplished! The price cut on the Peloton is so tempting but the monthly $ jump from the app cost still holds me back. Would anyone else in your house or even nearby family use it? My parents both use our bike so we have a total of 4 users which is well worth it considering every user also get app access included. |
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Post by CurlieWhirlie on Aug 26, 2021 16:31:15 GMT -6
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Post by abs on Aug 26, 2021 16:46:28 GMT -6
I'm struggling with vertigo (it actually came on yesterday morning). I haven't had it this bad in over a decade. I'm sure it's stress-related. So I've done some PT maneuvers and hoping that it goes away. I want to get back at it tomorrow. Vertigo sucks so badly. Stress is a trigger for sure. I hope you feel better soon!! |
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Post by caer on Aug 26, 2021 17:26:28 GMT -6
Hugs and love to everyone. I love that we have a place where we can talk about all of this hard stuff, though. ❤️
Today would normally be an active recovery day but it was my 500th run and I wanted to do a live one so I did Selena’s 30 minute Eric Church run. I got a shout out and lots of high fives, so it was really fun even though I took it easy. I did a 10 minute hips focused yoga afterwards and called it a day.
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Post by loki on Aug 26, 2021 18:07:53 GMT -6
20 minute 90s run with Jess Sims this morning and then 10 minute core with Matty. The inclines were a bit intense on that run. I was glad I got it done as things have been stressful here lately.
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Post by keg on Aug 26, 2021 18:58:03 GMT -6
I opted for a brick workout instead of a long-ish run. Will do some strength later tonight. 20 min 90s ride with CDE 45 min HIIT & Hills run with Becs My legs feels tired in the best way so mission accomplished! The price cut on the Peloton is so tempting but the monthly $ jump from the app cost still holds me back. Would anyone else in your house or even nearby family use it? My parents both use our bike so we have a total of 4 users which is well worth it considering every user also get app access included. My H and sometimes my kids use the bike we do have, and I don't mind them using my account on the app. My H prefers riding while playing video games or watching sports. 😕 If it was only slightly more per month, I'd consider it. Just a big jump when I don't really care about the separate accounts. |
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