Winter cold will return tomorrow, coldest of the year. Teens at night with 30's daytime. Maybe some snow, sleet or mix. Hate getting out in it.
Still not smoking. Still working out. Ready for warmer weather and spring.
Will do my up graded workouts today along with the Express class. Still a little sore from the extra on Saturday. Mondays seem hard but nice once I get there and get started.
Seem to be eating more, so far staying with fruit, nuts and good choices. Not smoking may be a big part of it. Need something to chew when the urges hit although they are getting farther and farther apart.
Better get going for the day.
Monday, January 31, 2011
Saturday, January 29, 2011
12/28/10-1/28/11
FUNctional strength.....I like that.
One month into the plan I can feel noticeable differences. I have been able to keep the 5 days a week routine but missed Wednesday so will make it up today. I have 2 Saturdays in the bank from past weeks but will still go today.
Yesterday I started the strength training with the additional weight. Did the cardio with increases in incline, time and speed. Also did the Express class. I am a bit sore from the new program.
Very proud of the progress I have made. I can tell that the workouts have made daily chores easier. I am sure when gardening really begins that I will find those task easier too.
I see no difference in the Step 2 patch and smoking. Smoke free another day. I will need to follow the plan and not try to jump ahead thinking I am cured. This may be hard as I like quick results.
Cleaned the inside of the truck really good. I could no longer stand the stench. My apologies to anyone who ever had to ride with me. OMG ! Sorry guys, I just did not know.
The Monday jury duty was cancelled so now free that day. Meeting on Wednesday but I can work around it easily, I guess priorities do make a difference.
By spring I will have made even more progress in my conditioning, be a Non-Smoker and excited about my plants for the Spring Plant Sale. Warmer weather will be nice too.
Getting there. Thanks for your support.
Gym Rat
One month into the plan I can feel noticeable differences. I have been able to keep the 5 days a week routine but missed Wednesday so will make it up today. I have 2 Saturdays in the bank from past weeks but will still go today.
Yesterday I started the strength training with the additional weight. Did the cardio with increases in incline, time and speed. Also did the Express class. I am a bit sore from the new program.
Very proud of the progress I have made. I can tell that the workouts have made daily chores easier. I am sure when gardening really begins that I will find those task easier too.
I see no difference in the Step 2 patch and smoking. Smoke free another day. I will need to follow the plan and not try to jump ahead thinking I am cured. This may be hard as I like quick results.
Cleaned the inside of the truck really good. I could no longer stand the stench. My apologies to anyone who ever had to ride with me. OMG ! Sorry guys, I just did not know.
The Monday jury duty was cancelled so now free that day. Meeting on Wednesday but I can work around it easily, I guess priorities do make a difference.
By spring I will have made even more progress in my conditioning, be a Non-Smoker and excited about my plants for the Spring Plant Sale. Warmer weather will be nice too.
Getting there. Thanks for your support.
Gym Rat
Friday, January 28, 2011
Progress reports
After 3 meetings of the Smoking Cessation class I know I am on track. One week of being smoke free and the changes are noticeable. I think I have conquered the mental part of becoming a Non-Smoker. Now weening myself off of the nicotine. Started the Step 2 phase this morning which means less nicotine in the patch. Urges are not as often and do not last as long. Smell, taste and appetite have changed. The anything to quit does not seem to be as big as it once was.
Exercise and workouts have become part of my routine now. Hate to miss a morning at the fitness center. The cardio part of my plan has become much easier. I will step this up a bit starting today. Strength training will include an increase in weight on each of my stations. I am most happy about this area as I was not expecting gains this fast. I will do my plan today as well as the Express group exercise.
Pleased with my progress but know there is still a way to go to be successful.
In gardening, it is almost time to start seeds. Plant sale coming up sooner than we think. Wondering which area will become the priority, gardening or workouts ?
Exercise and workouts have become part of my routine now. Hate to miss a morning at the fitness center. The cardio part of my plan has become much easier. I will step this up a bit starting today. Strength training will include an increase in weight on each of my stations. I am most happy about this area as I was not expecting gains this fast. I will do my plan today as well as the Express group exercise.
Pleased with my progress but know there is still a way to go to be successful.
In gardening, it is almost time to start seeds. Plant sale coming up sooner than we think. Wondering which area will become the priority, gardening or workouts ?
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Handy as a pocket on a shirt...
I have not had to dress for work in a while. I would never wear a shirt without a pocket, too much stuff to carry around. Yesterday seemed funny as I was about to head out. I kept checking for something missing. Smokes and lighter were something I would never leave without. Even now I sometimes reach for the pocket.
Made it yesterday without smoking. Work went well and it was nice to not have to find a place in the school parking lot to grab a quick smoke. As I thought, the drive home was the hardest part of the day. Worked the plan and made it.
Missed working out and hope to catch up today. Smoking Cessation class today too. I will drop down to Step 2 of the patch. Less nicotine but I know that I am ready for that. This will be 1 week smokeless.
Things are getting a bit easier but I am not a Non-Smoker yet. Just smoke free for a week.
Made it yesterday without smoking. Work went well and it was nice to not have to find a place in the school parking lot to grab a quick smoke. As I thought, the drive home was the hardest part of the day. Worked the plan and made it.
Missed working out and hope to catch up today. Smoking Cessation class today too. I will drop down to Step 2 of the patch. Less nicotine but I know that I am ready for that. This will be 1 week smokeless.
Things are getting a bit easier but I am not a Non-Smoker yet. Just smoke free for a week.
Monday, January 24, 2011
Speed bump coming..
Sunday was another no smoking day for me. Much easier than Friday or Saturday.
The side effects of the patch are getting better. I am also wearing it for less time each day. Taking it off around 7:00 each evening has given me better sleep. I started with Step 3 patch and hope to step down to 2 this Thursday. This will give less nicotine to me but think I am ready for that challenge.
Ready for the cardio and strength training today. Hope to keep up with my good Friday pace.
I have a school job this Wednesday which is an hour away. This will have several triggers that I have not had to deal with as of yet. Driving will be a biggy but thus far I have successfully made my truck a non-smoking zone. Carrots and gum will be needed for the trip. The trip home will be the hardest since I will be tired and likely out of goodies if I do not plan ahead. Having not worked in a while could cause some stress. Only a small bump in the road to success. This will also cause me to miss a workout day.
In the greenhouse this weekend gave me a surprise. Walked in to a very strong fragrance, my huge brugmansia was in full bloom. I have seen this many times but never smelled it so strong. Maybe the taste and smell is not just imagination after all.
Appetite has increased so I am eating lots of fruits, veggies and trail mix.
Ready for the week.
The side effects of the patch are getting better. I am also wearing it for less time each day. Taking it off around 7:00 each evening has given me better sleep. I started with Step 3 patch and hope to step down to 2 this Thursday. This will give less nicotine to me but think I am ready for that challenge.
Ready for the cardio and strength training today. Hope to keep up with my good Friday pace.
I have a school job this Wednesday which is an hour away. This will have several triggers that I have not had to deal with as of yet. Driving will be a biggy but thus far I have successfully made my truck a non-smoking zone. Carrots and gum will be needed for the trip. The trip home will be the hardest since I will be tired and likely out of goodies if I do not plan ahead. Having not worked in a while could cause some stress. Only a small bump in the road to success. This will also cause me to miss a workout day.
In the greenhouse this weekend gave me a surprise. Walked in to a very strong fragrance, my huge brugmansia was in full bloom. I have seen this many times but never smelled it so strong. Maybe the taste and smell is not just imagination after all.
Appetite has increased so I am eating lots of fruits, veggies and trail mix.
Ready for the week.
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Off to a good start
Thursday 6:00 pm last smoke.
Friday-
Handful of carrots
Half pack of regular gum
ZERO smokes
After work out I picked up my patch and supplies. Finally put the patch on around 11:00 am.
The day went well with only a few tough moments all day. Patch really helps.
Not much sleep last night, finally got up and took off the patch around midnight. Rested some better. I think I will not wear it at night. Morning comes and no nicotine in the body so coffee time is a bit tough.
Imagination or real ? My taste and smell already seem to be coming back. Coffee this morning really taste different.
I will make today without smoking.
Noticed that yesterday the gym was a safe place and I did not want to depart. I could not smoke and the exercise helps take smoking off my mind. Think I will go back this morning for a little work.
Dang last night, I potted up a ton of wild plants for the plant sale. Thoughts and dreams seemed so vivid.
I think that Zerk made it smoke free too.
Friday-
Handful of carrots
Half pack of regular gum
ZERO smokes
After work out I picked up my patch and supplies. Finally put the patch on around 11:00 am.
The day went well with only a few tough moments all day. Patch really helps.
Not much sleep last night, finally got up and took off the patch around midnight. Rested some better. I think I will not wear it at night. Morning comes and no nicotine in the body so coffee time is a bit tough.
Imagination or real ? My taste and smell already seem to be coming back. Coffee this morning really taste different.
I will make today without smoking.
Noticed that yesterday the gym was a safe place and I did not want to depart. I could not smoke and the exercise helps take smoking off my mind. Think I will go back this morning for a little work.
Dang last night, I potted up a ton of wild plants for the plant sale. Thoughts and dreams seemed so vivid.
I think that Zerk made it smoke free too.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Shopping trip
I have decided that the patch will work best for me with the nicotine replacement. My trigger points are early morning with the coffee. My routine for years. The patch has me ready for the challenge of the day.
Today is first smoke free day. This is not a Non-Smoker but on the way. I have to remember that this is not an event but a process.
Carrots, regular gum and other treats will help.
Workouts went well this morning. Cardio and strength training were both challenges but right at my goal. I look forward to going to the fitness center now even on this cold 26 degree morning.
I have not smoked or put the patch on as of yet. Not sure of why the anxiety about the patch.
I will shower and put it on soon.
Today is first smoke free day. This is not a Non-Smoker but on the way. I have to remember that this is not an event but a process.
Carrots, regular gum and other treats will help.
Workouts went well this morning. Cardio and strength training were both challenges but right at my goal. I look forward to going to the fitness center now even on this cold 26 degree morning.
I have not smoked or put the patch on as of yet. Not sure of why the anxiety about the patch.
I will shower and put it on soon.
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