| Author |
Here's to Your Health:  I Started Walking Today  |
|
sherrye
True Blue Farmgirl
3775 Posts
sherry
bend in the high desert
oregon
USA
3775 Posts |
 Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 07:25:10 AM
|
you are an inspiration to me. this is a fine thread. i used to be addicted to pop. i lost tons of weight when i gave it up. i had been in restaurant for years. now i rarely have one. my belief is its not just the sugar in pop, its the chemicals added that get us addicted. kombucha is fizzy and you can flavor it add ice and enjoy. just a thought. i make chai and or rootbeer kombucha. happy days sherrye
the learn as we go silk purse farm
farm girl #1014
|
 |
|
|
Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
5216 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 07:41:23 AM
|
I am proud of you girls!
Exercise is such a neccessary thing. As some of you know, I have been on Weight Watchers (2 months). I have lost almost 12 pounds and while that is such a huge blessing, I think what is even more is that my blood pressure has gone down to normal from pre-hypertension/hypertension. I was just amazed when it was 111/58. I just about cried. It's amazing how 5, 10 or more pounds can affect our health. I was also having trouble with one of my knees (that pain is gone now), my back, neck, hip and shoulder pain has not been as bad too (all injuries from a car accident).
Walking is going to help you girls so much :)
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory
http://merryheartjournal.blogspot.com/ |
|
|
|
kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 07:55:42 AM
|
Yay, Sharon! Good for you. I know this will help me alot. It hurts now but later it will be better. And maybe I might start some other excercises. Who knows?
And I am so happy for you, Sherry, for keeping the weight off so long. That's the hardest part for me. To slip back intot he old ways again.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
|
|
|
KathyC
True Blue Farmgirl
583 Posts
Kathy
Gastonia
NC
USA
583 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 10:50:21 AM
|
Kristin,
Was reading this while eating my lunch, no I did not walk last night but I do take Annie (my dog) for a walk every day at lunch, she comes to work with us. Usually its just out back long enough to do her business, BUT because of your motivation we did do a few blocks just now. She gets so excited when we don't just round the corner to come back into the office but head off down the street. When my daughter worked with us we would walk at lunch but it turned into shopping, browsing, and spending. We have some nice antique, junk, consignment, plant and gardens shops here ( we are a downtown business). Annie keeps me from shopping as she has a very busy tail but we do have to stop to sniff bushes, buildings and fire hydrants.
Thanks again for the little push.
Kathy |
|
|
|
kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 4:04:42 PM
|
Kathy, that's so neat you get to bring your dog to work. It must be your own place. I just heard on the radio on the way home just now that 30 minutes of excercise and sweating is good for the brain function and all kinds of other things I can't remember. But apparently the sweating is good for the body. I must be really healthy right now! I bet I have sweat a few buckets just the past few weeks. And good for you for walking the few extra blocks!!!! Yay you! And the dog!
I took my granddaughter Kansas today shopping. First she wanted to go to the zoo. On Wed. it's just $1 to get in. And the heat index was 106. So I guess I sweat enough there to not have to walk any more tonight. But I will anyway. Then we went to Sears for some school clothes and shoes. I found 2 pairs of capris that I liked so got a size 20. Tried them on and they were a little bit too big. The bottom of the tummy is horrible. I hate the way they fit. So I got an 18 and they fit perfect! SO I got 2 pairs. I have to have something to wear to meet Mary Jane Sat. I'm sure it's not because I have walked for only 2 days. But I am really surprised I had to go a size smaller already. Must be all the sweating.
So now I am waiting for my walk. Cooling off a little. I am actually looking forward to it.I think I have finally gotten to that place where I might keep doing this. I am so glad for all the company too. That really helps alot.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
|
|
|
Laila
True Blue Farmgirl
273 Posts
Laila
Kutztown
PA
USA
273 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 4:24:09 PM
|
Kris,
I am so proud of you. You are an inspiration. I am in the same shape as you. I had started walking 2 years ago and was feeling OK but then winter came and it got dark early and I told myself it was too cold so I stopped. I haven't been able to start again. I've thought about it this summer but my excuse is the heat. It's been in the 90's alot so I guess that's no excuse. You go girl and you are helping to inspire me. Thanks for starting this post.
Laila |
|
|
|
Old Spirit
True Blue Farmgirl
1498 Posts
Rae
MN
1498 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 4:32:46 PM
|
Well Kris.... I am in the boat with you. My downfall is salt though, wheat thins, popcorn, puffy things, etc....I do need to start walking again too.
Thanks for starting this and chat soon 
Rae
Farm Girl #647
...those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles:...
Isaiah 40:31
|
|
|
|
kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 4:53:11 PM
|
Rae, I LOVE pop corn. I have a popper so I use real corn. But I just love LOTS of butter drizzled all over it. I have that about once a week. And i could eat a whole bag of chips. Love them. I have kind of gotten away from the boxed stuff so that helps. I hope you get started walking with us soon.
Laila, I am afraid of that too. I am really surprised I am walking in this heat. My mom has given me a few DVD's about walking in place. I might have to use them in the really cold days. I am hoping since we've had really extremely cold winters the past 2 years that we have a mild one this year. That way I can keep walking outside. It is so easy to get out of the habit just missing a few days. Kind of like church. I hope you get to walking again soon too.
Well, it's almost time to get going. Anyone ready to join me?
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
|
|
|
gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 5:09:04 PM
|
Leslie Sanson walk at home is really great I just did a 30 min walk and feel realy good. Remember to always park as far away from the store so that you have to walk that distance too. I love to walk and feel so good after but I always seem to blow it off. Once I start the walk I am so happy I did it.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
|
|
|
kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 7:00:29 PM
|
I hope everyone had a good walk. I did. My DD Abby called right when I started. We talked til halfway done. It sure made the time go by fast. She had an email from Unum Provident a few days ago. Then got a call today to set up a phone interview for Friday afternoon! She si so excited. She has been trying to find a good job for a few years now. And with her school over and graduating she is now having to start paying back all the student loans. So any good thoughts for her would be greatly appreciated.
Diana, that's the one I was talking about. She's really good. I could do that if it's raining or too cold. She's good. I hope you keep at it. It is hard to keep it going but you can do it!
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
|
|
|
kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 7:03:39 PM
|
Brenda and Starletta, how are ya'll doing? Were ya'll able to walk today? Just checking on ya'll.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
|
|
|
kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 7:06:55 PM
|
Tammy, just checking on you too. How are you coming along? It is hard to change the way we have eaten for so long. But just read what's on that box or can before you open it! You can do it too.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
|
|
|
Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
5216 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 7:16:41 PM
|
Can someone give me more info on Leslie Sansone's dvds? I have heard good things about them but how exactly do they work?
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory
http://merryheartjournal.blogspot.com/ |
|
|
|
gramadinah
True Blue Farmgirl
3557 Posts
Diana
Orofino
ID
USA
3557 Posts |
Posted - Aug 11 2010 : 8:03:05 PM
|
They are really good 30 to 45 min and a good workout. You just put them in the dvd and go it goes quick it is not boring it gets you up and moving she is very easy to follow. I think I got my first one at Walmart and have a couple now. She was featured in Guide Post I think this year..
I really don't know why I don't do it more.
Diana
Farmgirl Sister #273 |
|
|
|
Old Spirit
True Blue Farmgirl
1498 Posts
Rae
MN
1498 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2010 : 05:57:28 AM
|
Well I did it, I walked 1/2 hour this morning already and then hit the garden and picked some beans Going to be way too hot to be out later so got it in right away. Our driveway and road leading to it is 1/2 miles and coming back is uphill. No one lives on the road to the driveway kind of a cow path kind of road so dogs can go with me.
Kris my daughter has been hunting for a good job too, she graduated a year ago May from college. She is working at Old Navy but really frustrated with her education  Can't blame her, she just wants a full time job and an apartment of her own.
Happy walking all!!!
Rae
Farm Girl #647
...those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles:...
Isaiah 40:31
|
|
|
|
star-schipp
True Blue Farmgirl
942 Posts
Starletta
Middletown
Indiana
USA
942 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2010 : 06:12:38 AM
|
Good morning, Kris! I've never even heard of kambucha scoby! What is it?? BTW, I did walk yesterday and boy am I sore today LOL but that is a good thing. I'll be back out there today.
farmgirl sister #1927 |
|
|
|
kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2010 : 06:43:15 AM
|
Good for you both, Rae and Starletta!!!! But isn't it a good sore? You just have to keep at it. I know we can do it. I am looking forward to walking already now. It's like I just want to show everyone I can do it. There was alot of traffic last night. I want to see them every night now. So they won't be thinking the lazy fat woman's done gave up. Nope, they won't be saying that. And I told my really good friend who is really into excercising and gives classes at the Y all the time. She's about 2 times smaller than me. She will be tough. But I need that. Because I know I will want to stop doing this and I just can't.
Rae, I know your DD is feeling like mine. Abby just graduated this past May. But that's alot of loans she's having to pay back. So she needs a way better job. I guess there are so many people who have spent years in school that are working whereever they can right now, just waiting for the good job to pop up. I hope she finds that job soon. They just need to get out there.
Well, I hope to hear from more farmgals who are walking. This is fun! Lets go girls!
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
|
|
|
Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
4562 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2010 : 06:48:48 AM
|
I would much rather walk in the cold winter than in this humidity! It really sucks the life out of you. My dog Molly is my inspiration. She gets so excited when I put my tennies on. Is this heat ever going to break?
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
Happy to be a "Raggedy Ann" in a Barbie World! |
|
|
|
Old Spirit
True Blue Farmgirl
1498 Posts
Rae
MN
1498 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2010 : 08:16:21 AM
|
Diane I know what you mean, crazy but can be -10 and I have no problem going for walk but this humidity 
Rae
Farm Girl #647
...those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles:...
Isaiah 40:31
|
|
|
|
Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
5216 Posts |
|
|
tea_lady_tammy
True Blue Farmgirl
1485 Posts
Tammy
NE
USA
1485 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2010 : 10:39:56 AM
|
Kristin
I have been walking and since it is our county fair...I have been walking all over. Feel like my feet are going to fall off and it is so hot...but I am hanging in there. I am trying to read labels on the boxes and things but I have to admit the fair makes it hard to eat right. ONce it is over on Sunday I plan to get myself really going on the right track.
Ladies yall are doing great so hang in there.
blessings
Tammy
Tea is like being in the stars with God.
http://breathsoffaith.blogspot.com
Farm Sister #1889 |
|
|
|
kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
11303 Posts
kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
11303 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2010 : 10:48:49 AM
|
Oohh, I love the fair. And the food at the fair. Yumm! Ours is in Sept. I will have to stay away from the food area. But the smells go all over. I hope you have a great time and don't eat TOO much. It's like you just have to though. Let us know when you get started and what you'll be doing.
My feet hurt too. And the front of my legs. But that should go away soon I hope. It looks like it might rain here.
Kris
Happiness is simple. |
|
|
|
monicarose
True Blue Farmgirl
406 Posts
Monica
Florida
USA
406 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2010 : 11:13:28 AM
|
Whoo Hooo! Kris...I love it that you're doing this...I'm joining you! I have a couple Leslie Sansone tapes also...they're a workout...but kinda fun...when my husband's not home!!!
I am exercising right along with you...we're the same size...you didn't say how talll you were, but I'm a short squatty little thing and I'm happy to jump in with you....if we loose 100 lbs can we have a badge for determination?
Don't quit! You're inspiring all of us!!!
Hugs!!! Sweaty and all!!! |
|
|
|
star-schipp
True Blue Farmgirl
942 Posts
Starletta
Middletown
Indiana
USA
942 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2010 : 1:37:49 PM
|
oke-dokey--just walked for 30 minutes in the heat index of 103...and I had only two pops today. that may sound like too many for most but, trust me, that is a big sacrifice for me...
farmgirl sister #1927 |
|
|
|
star-schipp
True Blue Farmgirl
942 Posts
Starletta
Middletown
Indiana
USA
942 Posts |
Posted - Aug 12 2010 : 1:40:48 PM
|
I forgot to mention that I went to the state faiir yesterday and the only things I had to eat were one unsweetened ice tea, 4 slices of fried green tomatoes and one, and only one piece of an elephant ear. That is waaaaaaayyyyy less than I would have eaten before. I saw they were selling "deep fried butter"...really, I mean it really????
farmgirl sister #1927 |
|
|
|
Here's to Your Health: I Started Walking Today |
|
I Started Walking Today
