Na Cho Average Night!

I volunteered for about 2 hours at Children's Hospital, with some coworkers yesterday. Our company puts on a Bingo game for the kids once a month and this was my 2nd time to participate. I had a blast the first time and was looking forward to it again once I knew that I would be able to go. But, I have to be honest, given the circumstances I was a little anxious to say the least. It was one week ago yesterday that I was in another hospital down the road a little ways with my Grammy. So, when I walked into another hospital, I felt a little overwhelmed with emotions, but I kept telling myself that it was for different reasons. So, I went up to the playroom with others and there were 2 cancer patients (among other patients). They reminded me so much of my Grammy - their little hairless heads. But, I held back the tears and put my happy face on and pushed through. I was there for them, after all. Turns out, I kinda knew one of the patients and her mother, who was also there. It was nice to chit chat with them. I ran with her mom in the beginning of the Half training. She's from my town and her and her husband works where hubs works. Not only that, but I've heard their story a few times and am friends with one of their friends. So, it was nice to put a face with the story. Good news is, that little girl is cancer free now. :) Praise the Lord.





Moving on... I was little emotional when I left and I called my stepmom and had a nice long chat with her. Grammy was her mom. It was good to get some of that out and talk to someone who understood where I was coming from. We also had a nice chat about my brother, whom I'm currently having a rather large disagreement with. So, to say that I was feeling all kinds of emotions is an understatement.





I get home and read my brother's email...and then get a text from hubs saying he wants something "good for dinner." In other words, he doesn't want me to cook dinner LOL. To be honest, I was totally fine with that because I'm an emotional eater and I was kinda emotional!! So, we went to OC. Remember a few months ago when I mentioned their awesome nachos?? Well, I took a picture for ya'll:




Note... there was more cheese and toppings on a few of those nachos... I ate a little before remembering to take a picture. :) Also to note... we may or may not have gotten a side of guac. Just saying. So yes, I ate horribly and may of had a half slice of pizza. But, I only ate a small-ish portion of those nachos. Actually, 90% of the pizza and 70% of the nachos are in the fridge as we "speak." So there, I didn't do awful and I ordered a water - still carbonated-drink free!!!

Anyways, I'm on the fence about what to do tonight. Spin again or try running for the first time in almost 3 weeks? I'm really thinking I'll go out for a run. The weather looks nice, although it might be a little chilly. But, I'm thinking 2 or 3 miles is on the agenda. Just something to get my legs moving again! What do you think?

You Spin Me Right Round...

Isn't that how the song goes? Anyways, last night was my first time attempting Spin Class. Wow. That's the only word that comes to mind right now! I knew it would be hard and it didn't disappoint!

I showed up early (as always) and this nice chick (girl my age..don't know what else to call her) helped me put the pedals on the bike and get the seat adjusted to the correct height. So, I saddled up (ha!) and began to warm up. I was in the very front row, because I had a coworker meeting there and she requested the front row.... Well, she sat behind me - why, I have no idea. Did I mention that I hate being in the front row in anything? I was always that girl who sat in the last row in class. Always. Anyways...

The instructor comes in and turns off the lights (thank God!!!!) and so it's kinda dim in the room, but you can still see the mirror in front of us. She hooks up her iPod and begins the class after helping another girl situate her bike. First, let me add that my bike had a padded thing on it. I think that helped because my bottom is not sore. Thankfully. Anyways, we do our warm up and I'm thinking I can totally do this. Well, we start adding resistance...I'm still doing alright. Then, she tells us that we're going to get to the top of our imaginary hill (read: a very hard resistance) and then stand up and run. Then, we'll hover, then sit back in the saddle and repeat - 6 times. Um, this is the part where I wondered if I was going to fall off of my bike. Seriously, during those runs... I wondered if the bike was bolted tight enough into the floor and if I lost my balance how many other bikes I would knock off as I went tumbling down to the ground. Fortunately for me, I kept my balance - although I have no idea how. After that, class was easier.

We did some more hills and I didn't die. Although, I will freely admit that I wondered why on Earth I had decided to that class. During the class, I pretty much hated it. But afterwards, I was so proud of myself - ha! So, I guess that means I'll be back on Thursday.

Tonight is rest night. I thought about doing Yoga but to be honest, I'm way too sore from Pilates still. Plus, I'm volunteering at Children's Hospital and I'll be coming home a tad later than usual. So, I'm using that as an excuse and I will gladly plant my sore body on the couch and catch up on my DVR'd shows!!

Turning Over A New Leaf

So, I decided that after the Half Marathon and some other recent events, I'd branch out and try some new things. Allow me to explain....

For the most part, most of us are not happy with either our body or some areas of our body. I fall into that category. So, since I've cut back on running (read: haven't ran since the half marathon and I have a ton of excuses, yada yada) I've decided to try some group classes. I tried Pilates last night for the very first time. Let me start off by saying that anyone who says this class is easy as obviously never tried it. Seriously, I was skeptical but was quickly surprised that I was struggling. My body shook from holding positions and I learned once again that I can not touch my toes no matter how hard I try. That's something I've never been able to do and it baffles most people. But, I'm working on it. LOL

I woke up so sore in my core area and my arms. I'm talking, "please don't make me laugh because it hurts" sore!! But, that makes me want to go back for some more...thank goodness that class isn't offered but once a week!

Tonight will be another first... Beginner's Spin Class. Yep, I'm certain I will not be able to walk tomorrow after that one! But, I'm gonna give it a spin! (ha, I made a funny) Along with all of that, I've cut carbonated beverages out of my life again. My last diet Mtn Dew was yesterday. I've done this before and it lasted a little over a year, so I know it's possible for me to do. I also took my measurements yesterday and put them in a very secret notebook - so that the hubs will never find it and see those numbers!!!! eek! Will I share those numbers with yall? Maybe. It really depends if I can give you all some great before and after comparisons!! No need in posting numbers to embarrass myself just yet!

Anyways, I'm also trying to cut back on some of my unhealthy eating habits. We shall see how all of that goes. Oh, and one more thing. I tried some of that new sweetener - Sun Crystals - made from Stevia or whatever.... Not.A.Fan. I'll pass. Bring on the Splenda. LOL I know, I know.... Oh, and one more random tidbit... I've decided I'm not a fan of Pomegranate Juice - it wasn't just the POM Wonderful, it's all Pomegranate Juice. So, there you have it. :)