First Group Workout - I AM SO NOT FIT! |
Seeing as how my intro video and photos make me look like a fat pregnant pig, I was very much looking forward to today’s first group workout. I haven’t worked out in MONTHS, so I knew I was in for it. Being 5 minutes late, I already felt behind the group. It’s a bit difficult to train with 4 other girls when we aren’t at the same pace… Note to self: ARRIVE ON TIME FROM NOW ON!! After 12 minutes on the treadmill, I stepped off and was nearly floating in space my legs were so wobbly… and lightheaded to boot… but I guess that’s normal if you haven’t treaded a mill in quite some time… then we had to do these lunge walks… It looks SOOOOO easy when other people are doing it but after maybe 20 lunge steps, I felt the burn… the burn that reminds me why I hate working out!! lunge, lunge, lunge… STOP… OMG I am going to die… but after while I was excited for the next step - weight machines and such… not so bad really… I was actually kind of sad that the hour was already over (exhausted, legs are going to drop off, arms are going to melt)! But now I’m looking forward to the next workout! I’ll be ready to go!! Second note to self: STOP SMOKING, FOR REAL!!
The good thing about today: Working out with the girls was cool… It’s nice to know I’m not the only one who felt they were catching their breath or dying… strength in numbers, people!!
January 7th, 2007 at 11:00 pm
This is it. I have started and stopped so many times. I guess I want to see the results right now! But I need to tell myself everyday, be patient, be patient, and stick it out. I am looking forward to seeing the results.
January 8th, 2007 at 1:17 am
Good for you! I’m right there with you. I just joined the gym this weekend and I’ll be starting on Thursday.
Keep up the good work baby!
January 8th, 2007 at 9:10 am
I’m so proud of you (and Ed is too - he wanted to make sure you knew that
This is sooo cool!!!
You look beautiful in all these, stop being so hard on yourself. I have no doubt you can do this. I’d love to join you for a work out and support you however I can. Yay you! You can do it! This will be life changing. I’m here for you. Love you lots!! Mims
January 8th, 2007 at 9:29 am
Now, now, my dear friend! As I salute you for taking the initiative to make that life change, I support you fully and sincerley as I too plan to better myself this new year on the side lines of your new “fame”. If you want to work out outside the group please let me know. BTW, your heaviest is what others would like to reach, so please don’t be so hard on yourself…disciplined but not hard! All the luck in the world to you!
XOXO
Mayra
January 8th, 2007 at 10:24 am
Cecilia….
Girl, I know I was one that was passing out, but I know with all of your girl’s support, we could do this together!
See you at the next work out!
Anna!
January 8th, 2007 at 12:37 pm
Ces! What an inspiration! Happy 2007 and a new you. It’s all about a culmunation of lots of small good decisions to make it to your goal. But you already made the biggest decision to be part of the challenge for all to see and support. Applause!
January 8th, 2007 at 1:09 pm
hey babe -
i know that burn… and seeing as i haven’t really worked out ina couple months i am looking forward to doing this with you (well you know what i mean). we live so close now that we can do the biking, and walking as much as we want
i am excited for us!
love you,
d
January 9th, 2007 at 6:48 am
You are my hero!! I’m so proud of you Ces, and you are my inspiration right now, not only with the weight loss, but the quitting smoking as well. We are all here for you!
January 9th, 2007 at 10:32 am
Cecilia–I agree and I’m just now getting the feeling back into my thighs. You did better than you think–truly! And thank goodness nature provides endorphins after that grueling hour. I can’t wait until our next workout tomorrow…we can sweat [and curse] in unison!
–Mary Ellen
January 9th, 2007 at 1:40 pm
THANK YOU ALL for your sweet comments. Your words of encouragement and your support mean the world to me. I won’t be able to do this without you guys and appreciate every little drop of thought, every little word of love, every little or big laugh you get out of this… Thanks to those that have already shared their experiences, their thoughts, fears and challenges… thanks for the food tips and tips on quitting smoking… and thanks for the invitations for WALKS and the GYM! what a great way to spend time with each other again. I love you all, love love love and appreciate you all… If I never said it before, I’m saying it now… I’m blessed! xoxo ~ ces
January 9th, 2007 at 3:40 pm
Cecilia!!! This is so you!! I am right there with you. I am joining the YMCA and I am back on WW. We can support eachother!! Stay strong and don’t give up. I am so proud of you.
Cheers,
Amy
January 10th, 2007 at 2:54 pm
Everything’s hard on the first time, but once you got into it… it will be a lot easier!!! Go girl! I’ve always loved you no matter how big or small you are! However, you are more attractive when you are slim. How I wish I can join you on this program. Don’t worry, I’ll be right there in God’s perfect time. I’m still enjoying the food here
Take things easy and don’t be too hard on yourself. Love you just d way you are!!!!
January 13th, 2007 at 5:29 pm
Cece!!! Congratulations on your journey which will lead to definite success….we will continue to be here for you as you KEEP IT OFF in the future….looking forward to Tuesday nights.
xoxo
January 28th, 2007 at 11:23 am
Ces,
I’m soooo proud of you! You’re doing a wonderful job by taking care of yourself NOW! You can do it. Just always believe in yourself because we believe in you. When you’re done, let us know how to join the program so we can also lose weight. : )
Jamila