Today was what we affectionately call endurance Tuesday. As you can imagine by the name it is a tough day but I survived with flying colors. We had some rain today so some of our activities needed to be rearranged. Cardio tennis was rained out so I got in some extra personal training.
I have decided to build a little gym in my garage so I made the call today and it will hopefully be done upon my arrival home. Even though I have a trainer and a cook eventually I will want to make my lifestyle my own responsibility and not lean on others for help.
My hip has completely healed and I am getting alot stronger in the gym. I am still not pleased with my endurance progress when biking but I suppose that will come soon. This is my last two weeks so I am going to work a little harder. I will be starting at 6:15 tomorrow to get in an extra half hour of cardio.
I continue to be amazed at the amount of people who have written to me either through my blog, FB or personal e-mails. You cannot imagine how much that means to me. I am eternally grateful as well as thankful for all your support. I imagine that this journey will be lifelong and it is great to know I have people that care.
Thanks,
IK
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Monday, June 29, 2009
Monday-Day 29-Week 5
As you all know I have been gone since Friday morning as I had the privilege of lecturing for APMA. I was afraid of being unable to eat right. I was afraid that I would not work out. Well I did both without any difficulty. I was scared as the first night the meal was a BUFFET. It was a seafood buffet and I did real well. The next night I was in a restaurant and I ordered "blackened" scallops and when they came out they were in a pool of butter. I apologized for not asking how they were prepared and I asked them to be sent back and recooked with out butter. I even offered to pay for the mistake as I did not ask. The chef recooked them for me. I need to start asking how things are prepared and I believe that I will be ok.
Today was weigh in day and as I have said I have not looked at the numbers because it is what it is. I will say that I started with a size 56 waist and today it was a 47. Not bad.
My hip was great today and I worked out hard. I am going to push myself for the next two weeks. I am looking forward to getting home but am thankful to my great staff for working so hard so that I could have this opportunity. I am indebted to them.
Thank you to all who keep writing. I had a rough few days but am back on track.
IK
Today was weigh in day and as I have said I have not looked at the numbers because it is what it is. I will say that I started with a size 56 waist and today it was a 47. Not bad.
My hip was great today and I worked out hard. I am going to push myself for the next two weeks. I am looking forward to getting home but am thankful to my great staff for working so hard so that I could have this opportunity. I am indebted to them.
Thank you to all who keep writing. I had a rough few days but am back on track.
IK
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Day 25 Thursday
Today was a tough day as I am still suffering from the pain in my right hip. I have been taking anti-inflammatory meds, multi-vitamin, Mg+, K+. I am getting alot of attention from the massage therapist Lynda without whom I may not be walking. The trainers have been spectacular keeping me working hard, sweating and striving for more.
I have been here 25 days and have seen some changes I still am not where I want to be. I was hoping that by now I would have developed a love for fitness. I would be a liar if I said I have. I have developed a love for a few activities and hope that I can build on them. I am excited about extending my stay an additional two weeks as it will allow me to continue to work hard and be held accountable.
I am leaving this weekend to give a lecture for the GPMA on Saint Simons Island. I am prepared with a workout routine as well as a meal plan. I am nervous but I know that I can do well.
I want my life back. I want to enjoy what I have worked hard for the ability to travel and find someone to share it all with. I never want my niece to say " Uncle Ira why is your stomach so fat". I know that it was not said with any ill will as she was 4 yo when she said it to me but I have never forgotten it and it has motivated me. I cant wait to play with them and not be tried or unable to just plain "wear them out"
I wish my father was here to see me today. I miss him so much. He taught me so much and I miss his guidance and advice.
Over these past 25 days I have learned about myself and the people in my life. Thank you all for sharing this time with me. I have alot more to go.
IK
I have been here 25 days and have seen some changes I still am not where I want to be. I was hoping that by now I would have developed a love for fitness. I would be a liar if I said I have. I have developed a love for a few activities and hope that I can build on them. I am excited about extending my stay an additional two weeks as it will allow me to continue to work hard and be held accountable.
I am leaving this weekend to give a lecture for the GPMA on Saint Simons Island. I am prepared with a workout routine as well as a meal plan. I am nervous but I know that I can do well.
I want my life back. I want to enjoy what I have worked hard for the ability to travel and find someone to share it all with. I never want my niece to say " Uncle Ira why is your stomach so fat". I know that it was not said with any ill will as she was 4 yo when she said it to me but I have never forgotten it and it has motivated me. I cant wait to play with them and not be tried or unable to just plain "wear them out"
I wish my father was here to see me today. I miss him so much. He taught me so much and I miss his guidance and advice.
Over these past 25 days I have learned about myself and the people in my life. Thank you all for sharing this time with me. I have alot more to go.
IK
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Day 22/23 Tuesday/Wednesday
Again sorry to have kept you all waiting but Tuesday is called endurance day and it was tough. I was still having problems with my hip but it is getting alot better through massage and alternative routines. I had a visit from an old HS friend Denise Cotler. It was very nice too get caught up and I was in bed early as I was told I would be going on a Long bike ride on Wednesday.
Today started with "beach fun". I assure that it was not any fun. After that I went on a 23 mile bike ride. I made it up all the hills and survived. I am not the fastest but I completed it. Having my own bike was a huge difference. What a great investment. I am still having hip discomfort but it is easing up. I went to get adjusted by a local chiropractor and what a difference it made. I noticed it immediately.
I am in technology hell with my cell phone which has not worked in three days. I went to Verizon tonight and spent three hours there but finally was helped and I am now the proud owner of a new Blackberry. I still need to go back tomorrow to have my phonebook transferred. What a pain in the ass!!
I am leaving on Friday morning to give a lecture on St Simmons Island as this was supposed to be my last week before I decided to extend so I met with my trainer and was given a workout program and I already have a diet. This will be a good test for me and I expect to do well.
Good night to all and thanks for all your support
IK
Today started with "beach fun". I assure that it was not any fun. After that I went on a 23 mile bike ride. I made it up all the hills and survived. I am not the fastest but I completed it. Having my own bike was a huge difference. What a great investment. I am still having hip discomfort but it is easing up. I went to get adjusted by a local chiropractor and what a difference it made. I noticed it immediately.
I am in technology hell with my cell phone which has not worked in three days. I went to Verizon tonight and spent three hours there but finally was helped and I am now the proud owner of a new Blackberry. I still need to go back tomorrow to have my phonebook transferred. What a pain in the ass!!
I am leaving on Friday morning to give a lecture on St Simmons Island as this was supposed to be my last week before I decided to extend so I met with my trainer and was given a workout program and I already have a diet. This will be a good test for me and I expect to do well.
Good night to all and thanks for all your support
IK
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Day 21-Monday
Sorry to all my loyal followers Monday was the start of week four and it was brutal and then I had a long APMA conference call and needed to just crash.
Half-Pint Meghan left today and now there is no one with any music sense left. It was a hard day as I am having alot of hip pain in my "good" hip. It is not in my joint so I am not worried. I have not quit on anything I just am not the fastest. I did buy a new bike over the weekend and really enjoyed using it yesterday what a HUGE difference from the bikes that we were riding here. I figured it was a good investment in my future health.
I know that I am making huge strides but I am still disappointed in my stamina. This program has really shown me how far I allowed myself to get out of shape. Even after 6 weeks here I will still need to work hard. This is the hardest thing that I have had to do. It is not just the physical work but it is also the mental aspect of keeping myself motivated and not pitying myself and giving up. I got myself here and now I need to get myself back.
It will be hard as I just love food and wine. It will be a huge change for me and I am thankful to have so many great friends many of whom are athletic and love the outdoors so that they will "drag" me out kicking and screaming.
Ok off to ocean swimming. Thanks again for all the support.
IK
Half-Pint Meghan left today and now there is no one with any music sense left. It was a hard day as I am having alot of hip pain in my "good" hip. It is not in my joint so I am not worried. I have not quit on anything I just am not the fastest. I did buy a new bike over the weekend and really enjoyed using it yesterday what a HUGE difference from the bikes that we were riding here. I figured it was a good investment in my future health.
I know that I am making huge strides but I am still disappointed in my stamina. This program has really shown me how far I allowed myself to get out of shape. Even after 6 weeks here I will still need to work hard. This is the hardest thing that I have had to do. It is not just the physical work but it is also the mental aspect of keeping myself motivated and not pitying myself and giving up. I got myself here and now I need to get myself back.
It will be hard as I just love food and wine. It will be a huge change for me and I am thankful to have so many great friends many of whom are athletic and love the outdoors so that they will "drag" me out kicking and screaming.
Ok off to ocean swimming. Thanks again for all the support.
IK
Saturday, June 20, 2009
Day 19/20
I forgot to mention that this week we got some testosterone in camp. Texas Clayton and the Terminator from St Thomas Trevor. It is nice to have some men here. I know that many of you would not believe that this is Ira speaking but it is true.
Yesterday was a good day as I am learning how to work thru pain and injuries. I realize that there is a difference between good pain from a workout and bad pain where my body is saying "hey something is wrong". Regardless I have learned how to accommodate so that I still get in a workout. I have strained my piriformis muscle ( I did not even know that I had one....LOL).
My flexibility comes and goes and I do not understand why. Today we had a beach workout boot camp and then we had an 11 mile bike and yoga. Now we have time off.
Aussie Annie has her husband Tim here and he has participated in the days activities so he now knows how hard his wife is working and it is a sad day as "Half-Pint" Meghan will be leaving on Monday. She was my comic relief and my hip hop deejay. She will be hard to replace.
I will tell you that when you spend 4-6 hours sweating hard and supporting each other you tend to grow close. It is difficult not too.
Not only am I learning some new lifestyle changes I am also becoming domesticated as I just finished my laundry and dishes....
Lastly I have been informed that my spell check must not well as my cousin Carol has told me of my spelling faux pas. Hopefully I will do better.
Oh yeah BIG NEWS. I have decided to stay an additional 2 weeks so that I will be here for 6 weeks and will have a great jump start on this new life's journey.
Many of you have sent me personal messages about your own toils with weight. I recommend this place to anyone who wants a new start and needs help. The first thing is admitting you cannot do it on your own. I did.
Keep the notes coming as it motivates me. Thank you all
ik
Yesterday was a good day as I am learning how to work thru pain and injuries. I realize that there is a difference between good pain from a workout and bad pain where my body is saying "hey something is wrong". Regardless I have learned how to accommodate so that I still get in a workout. I have strained my piriformis muscle ( I did not even know that I had one....LOL).
My flexibility comes and goes and I do not understand why. Today we had a beach workout boot camp and then we had an 11 mile bike and yoga. Now we have time off.
Aussie Annie has her husband Tim here and he has participated in the days activities so he now knows how hard his wife is working and it is a sad day as "Half-Pint" Meghan will be leaving on Monday. She was my comic relief and my hip hop deejay. She will be hard to replace.
I will tell you that when you spend 4-6 hours sweating hard and supporting each other you tend to grow close. It is difficult not too.
Not only am I learning some new lifestyle changes I am also becoming domesticated as I just finished my laundry and dishes....
Lastly I have been informed that my spell check must not well as my cousin Carol has told me of my spelling faux pas. Hopefully I will do better.
Oh yeah BIG NEWS. I have decided to stay an additional 2 weeks so that I will be here for 6 weeks and will have a great jump start on this new life's journey.
Many of you have sent me personal messages about your own toils with weight. I recommend this place to anyone who wants a new start and needs help. The first thing is admitting you cannot do it on your own. I did.
Keep the notes coming as it motivates me. Thank you all
ik
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Day 18
Just got back from Cardio Tennis. Today was a long day but a good one. I did an extra bike ride today about 8 miles. It was very rough as it was against the wind going so needless to say it was draining.
I did my second spin class today and although the instructor was a little easier it was still difficult for me. I accomplished small spurts of jogging today as well. Small strides towards a new lifestyle. I am definatly frustrated at the place I have put myself in life and am looking forward to being in a better place.
I have incurred my first injury. My good hip is somewhat strained but I am hoping to be able to work through it as I feel as if I can push myself further then before.
Worked with the nutritionalist and will be following up with her tomorrow. I am excited about that as well.
I am definatly looking forward to the weekend to recover.
Thanks for all the messages they are greatly appreciated.
Ira
I did my second spin class today and although the instructor was a little easier it was still difficult for me. I accomplished small spurts of jogging today as well. Small strides towards a new lifestyle. I am definatly frustrated at the place I have put myself in life and am looking forward to being in a better place.
I have incurred my first injury. My good hip is somewhat strained but I am hoping to be able to work through it as I feel as if I can push myself further then before.
Worked with the nutritionalist and will be following up with her tomorrow. I am excited about that as well.
I am definatly looking forward to the weekend to recover.
Thanks for all the messages they are greatly appreciated.
Ira
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