Yesterday was a long day – way too long. Up at 5:20. Did a weight workout – upper body. Completed all crunches. Work was interrupted and painful. But the cap – I taught an adult ed class from 7pm to 10pm. Got home and to sleep a bit later than usual.
When I woke this morning, I knew I was in trouble. If I were not going away this weekend, I would have rolled over and gone back to sleep. Made it to the gym. Had in my mind that I would just do squat thrusts – nothing else – to get as many out-of-the-way as possible, then work on lunges and planks. Just wanted to finish the 3600 numbers. Did not happen. The body just would not cooperate. Admitted failure and switched to the dreadmill. 20 minutes later, I was doing planks. 20 minutes later, I walked out the gym door and headed home. Definitely not the best workout, but I did get in another CT, another 40 minute workout and another 6 planks.
The only positive part of this morning – my weight was below 180 at 179.3 – so no complaints there considering what this weekend holds. Staying with my Sister-in-Law and her husband. They eat no fats – they only eat CARBS – highly processed ones to boot, while criticizing us continually on our poor eating habits. Then there is the family event in Buffalo, the catered party and the breakfast the next day. No question what type of food will be served.
I am gong to quit my bitch’n. I have the right to a re-load weekend. I just have to make sure that it remains within bounds and does not turn into a Pig Out.
Edit: Just got back from the Doc’s office – one floor below me. Today I was scheduled for an echo-cardiogram along with one of my carotid artery. The Echo went well, but the damnable computer decided to act up and would not take the necessary measurements of the artery. So – need to re-schedule. No – I do not have “problems.” This is part of a general physical.
Footnote: When my son was a very young child, echo-cardiograms were first being “standardized.” We had to give permission for them to do it on him and there was no charge. Now – a technician comes to my GP’s office, sets up the computer and equipment and does one every 15 minutes. The wonders of modern medicine.
Apr 22, 2010 @ 15:19:19
I hope you make it to the weekend all in one piece! You having workout pains or something more?
Sounds like your weekend could be a hoot-a-nanny!
I come from simple folk. See in my family a thing like criticizing someone’s diet could lead to a good old fashioned brawl, giving enough liquor was introduced into the gathering early on!
Keep a pork chop and a handful of green beans in your pocket just in case the menu only include white potatoes and baked breads. The dog will like you.
I have a blood workup scheduled for Tuesday morning and an echo on Wednesday, annual physical with my PCP middle of the following week. Last time he saw me I was 25lbs heavier and glucose testing in the 250’s. I bet he’ll figure I’ve been following his orders!
Have a safe and enjoyable trip.
Apr 22, 2010 @ 16:45:39
“PCP” ???? – googled that one and came up with the recreational drug – I am sure that is not what is meant.
My SIL is convinced that her Cholesterol is out of wack because of genetic predisposition and not because of her healthy – low fat eating habits. Nothing will change her mind.
We are bringing eggs, cheese, butter and cream with us, since they only eat cereal for breakfast and fat free milk.
While we are in Buffalo – she is intent on eating at the Original Pancake House.
All of this is just too funny.
Will report back next week with a log of my journey – I am just hoping that the hotel we are staying at has an exercise room. Would love to get 40 minutes on any cardio machine just so I do not have to do doubles when I get back.
Apr 23, 2010 @ 06:47:48
Primary Care Physician, PCP. Insurance lingo I guess.
We live in a “Not My Fault World” Your SIL is fed the same bullshit that I have been for years that “It’s not my fault” “Bad Genes”. Not my fault.
It is easier for the Doctor to third party and easier for the paitent to accept the negetive situation when after all It’s not really their fault.
The core issue is to accept the negetive situation with out even making an attempt to correct “Your Poor luck”.
Hey what the hell, I think we have alot more say so over our luck. It takes effort.
Have a great trip, they do serve bacon at the IHOP’S. Enjoy.