It's Still a Loss...

Oh, it's Friday and I am EXHAUSTED. I am at work and I just feel 'weird'. Weigh in was today and I finally lost 1.25 pounds. Our goal is to lose 1.5-2 pounds per week. Okay, I am working on that, BUT at least it's a loss. I only lost fractions of inches in various areas, but again, it's still a loss, so there is still progress. Now back to this 'exhausted' thing... I worked HARD this morning. Those circuit trials were increased from 2 to 3 sets AND I had to do each of the ten exercises- 15 times, instead of the previous 10. You do the match and you tell me how you think I should feel. I don't like to lack energy, I am too bubbly for that. Most people would say, "Janice, you need to lay low anyway; something finally calmed you down." You may think that, but it's MY energy... and it's still a loss :-) THAT, I want back!

Oh and more good news, I can see some definition happening. Muscle is gradually peeping through the fat cells!! I was flexing today! LOL... well the attempt was made!

That's all for today.

Until next post, *Deuces* Jai-Nation citizens!

Jessica Who?

Hey everyone,

Another week gone by. This one was difficult with my eating habits. I had a terrible graving for fried shrimp and tastykakes. Had them both and they were good. That was my treat meal. My trainer called it my cheat meal. I can't be cheating if I have permission :-) Anyway, I paid for it today. He increased my reps for my circuit trials. It killed, but I was grateful; he allowed me a few short cuts but still pushed me.

Wednesday, he eased me into it, but today was full implementation!! After I finished, I felt good. I am feeling a little muscle ache here and there, but its cool. I am seeing changes in my face and neck and my belly.

I weighed in today. Again, I weigh the same, but I lost more inches from my belly, my arms, my thighs, my calves and finally from my hips!! It would come sooner or later. :-) What was interesting was that I added an inch in my chest! Whoa, Nelly! I know it will take me forever to get to 'Jessica Alba', but I will gladly take 'Jessica Rabbit' in the meantime. Vaaaa-Voooommmm! and as Martin would say, "Plakow, pladow!!" :-)

Until next time, Jai-nation citizens... *Deuces*!!

The Tail of the Tape

Well today I gained 3 pounds!! Yes, gained, but the trainer said this was normal: 1) because I am getting lean muscle and 2) mother nature is visiting (TMI, yes, but important). However the tail of the tape revealed:

2 inches lost from my waist
1 inch from my thighs
1 inch from my arms
none from my hips (I always lose there last, but Jay said that things are 'firming'- he'd know :-) )
1/2 inch from my calf (even though my skinny calf can't afford to lose anything

I am doing circuit training Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, he has me on a treadmill routine totaling 19 minutes, but I add an extra 5 on the end.

My trainer has allowed me to enjoy my birthday, but I still kept it relatively sensible. So I am back on my grind with 12 weeks until the trip. I am excited with the progress after only training for 2, almost 3 weeks :-)

That's what I have for now. Until next post, *Deuces* Jai-Nation citizens!

Diet for the week!

Well, I am implementing the diet my Personal Trainer suggested this week. It seems bland to me, but I guess its for the best. Here's what I will have:

Breakfast: grapefruit and egg whites
Snack: 1 oz of nuts
Lunch: 1/2 chicken breast, 1/2 cup brown rice, and green beans
Snack: small salad with mixed greens, craisins, and raspberry vinaigrette
Dinner: 1 hebrew national hot dog on a wheat bun with a salad
... and 1.5- 2 liters of water per day.

My 'treat' will be peanut butter and jelly on double fiber bread.

We will see what happens. I am 'so thrilled'. Can't you tell? I mean, it doesn't seem all that bad, but definitely a change for me.

Well I better go... 5am workout awaits.

Until next post, *Deuce* Jai-Nation Citizens!

One week in...

Hello all!! Well, I have finished one week of personal training. Granted, nothing dramatic has happened, but the baby steps continue. I remained the same weight, but I have lost anywhere from 1/4 to 1 inch in various places. The eating regimen is getting better, but I ate after 7:30 last night and I am learning from it. The aftermath of what I eat does affect me and I have learned that during this week. So to avoid future situations of stomach and headaches, I take a mental note and know not to do it next time.

I did get a birthday coupon from Red Robin. I asked my trainer if I could use it, with reservations, he said, 'Just this time'. So I got a Chicken Burger and a side salad. It was a nice treat, but I didn't get to the salad as I was too full by then. Good thing, I guess. I have 19 sessions to go (training over the next 7 weeks!). I am really exciting and I see indentations here and there (they are peeping). Keep me in your prayers as I continue to embark on this journey.

Until next post... *Deuces* Jai-Nation Citizens!!

I hurt!

OMGosh. I really pray this is worth it. I am in so much pain right now. I can't say its solely from the PT though. Thursday we did arms and it wasn't too bad; the time went fairly quickly and I am adjusting well to the early morning workouts. Friday was another situation. We did legs and WOW, did he work them!! Daniel is a nice PT; firm but fair. He definitely pushes the limits, which is what I need, but he does ensure that there isn't much injury. So why am I hurting, you ask?

I went to a crab feast on Friday night! Already feeling the effects of the PT earlier that day, I danced for like 2 hours and then Saturday, while still hurting after Friday night, walked the entire Aquarium. By the time I went to dinner Saturday night, my thighs were screaming and I had to wear wedges. This meant that I had to maintain balance; more pressure on my thighs.

Well needless to say, me and Biofreeze are best friends. I am going to apply more as it is really helping. That is a wonderful creation.

I don't see my PT again until Tuesday, but I am left with responsibilities of my eating habits. I did well Thursday and Friday, but yesterday... well, let's just say I did better today :-)

Until next post, *Deuces* Jai-Nation citizens!