Some of you might be aware I started a journey to Fitness a few months ago. Happy to say I never veered off that path. I hardly ever derailed. It almost became an obsession even. I started working out about 4-6 times a week. Sometimes I even worked out morning and evenings. Mornings being my favorite time. Then I plateaued! Every Fitness enthusiast's nightmare!
I changed my fitness regime. I played squash 4 times a week. Stopped. Used the treadmill (which I hate which so much passion. I always feel like a lab rat whenever I am on it). Stopped. I recently started hiking with a group, which I totally enjoy but it's twice a month. I started aerobics. I stopped. Sigh. So if you have any brilliant ideas regarding enjoyable fitness, i'd be happy to hear it.
Last week I got a Nintendo Wii, sadly I am already bored.
I have been hearing of Zumba fitness, so yesterday I decided to try it out. It was really nice, lovely but in all honestly that's what I do at home. I love to dance in my room in front of my mirror and wine my waist like there is no tomorrow. I don't think it's worth it to pay N2000 to go dance with other people when I can bust some serious moves with my Patra collection in the comfort of my bedroom. So that's that. Besides, our Zumba fitness coach is rather on the big side, which put me off. I am now a size 8-10 UK. It's only fair that whoever coaches me on anything relating to fitness is fitter than myself. I need to see what I am buying.
For a while now, the Tennis coach at my gym has been trying to convert me into a follower. I have been quite hesitant until he blew my mind away saying he'd give me free lessons. Who doesn't like osho free? So today all prepped up I went into the court. I don't know if it's me or
him but I didn't like the way he kept barking orders 'go left' 'go right' 'stop standing, move it!!!!'....it's been a while since I'd been put in such a spot. I was a hot mess, all over the place. All the balls flew outta the court..... I am usually very focused and a quick learner but I don't think he made it easy for me. I think i prefer squash as its got a higher impact *sorry Nadal*. He has 'ordered' that I show up tomorrow. I am NOT looking forward to it. Kai.
Anyway, plans for Kilimanjaro are underway, I keep fit regularly. So far I have lost about 11kg since march. Now I carry a 6kg backpack whenever I am on a stepper or treadmill. For cardio basically and I am trying to keep my knees strong by doing lunges and weights. *sigh* it's been tough but the end result is going to be well worth it. Hopefully in a month I'd be on my way to the summit. I am keeping my fingers crossed, although I am petrified of the possibility of acute mountain sickness, I am still optimistic because I have the opportunity to what I have always dreamt of. I have already set up my justgiving.com page to raise money for Scoliosis UK, so once I am certain of the exact date I will start raising funds.
On a tangent, it's payday today. I don't know whether to be happy or sad. Let's hope July is a much better month than June was :-)
M'je
10 comments:
You've lost 11kg. You are down to size 8-10. What are you still looking for? CONGRATULATIONS! I know you gotta work at maintaining it but at least a pat on the back for achievements.
lol, I can imagine the scene with the tennis instructor; nothing like being put on the sport for me to go all butter fingered. I'm sure you'll be better as time goes on.
lol@not being impressed by Zumba's brand ambassador. lolssssss
Congrats on not losing your focus even after you plateaued. Its not easy at all.
Have you tried spinning? I don't do it but my workout buddies swear by it lol. Kick-boxing and similar activities can be fun too if thats something thats up your ally.
Ginger- my sister, the Zumba lady is like size 16 and she has love handles. I couldn't help but notice. I have a tummy I need to get rid of still.
Lady NGO- I have heard of spinning, my gym has limited equipments but I'd look into it. Thanks my dear.
congrats thats a whole load of progress
Wow you have done a lot in terms of fitness and weight loss! Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro sounds like so much fun and a great accomplishment to check of your "bucket list" I wish you much success!
Build on yu]our stamina
keep your energy up
I am so proud of you cus you wlll make it
might catch you in ***** to collect my bday oressie (llol) wherever you are from 9th. I am planning a sharp visit
Love ya loads
Thanks ladies. I am positive as I have my eyes on the big ball :-)
Well done. I have heard about the zumba thing too. I hope
For some reason, this post got me all excited and fired up. So much so that I think I will join the gym today. Just to keep fit. Yaaaaay!!
Wow! Isn't that some achievement for you! Losing all that weight!
Well done! So proud of you. Keep it up. You sound like me in 2005. It will all pay off and the glorious fitness goals you seek will be all yours! Keep up the good work!
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