NF Week One

Hi! /wave
So, I completed week one of the new strategy. I even remembered to take measurements this time, so, I'll have something else to look and compare other than what the scale says.
I found that everything except push-ups on the planned workout were relatively easy. So, some I added reps to it. The push-ups still kick my ass, but I'll work up to it. I told Sarge tonight that my goal is to be able to do a pull-up. He says, "Just one? *laugh*" "Well, yeah." XD

Okay, so the workout is supposed to be 20 body weight squats, 10 push-ups, 20 walking lunges, 10 dumbbell rows, a 15 second plank, and 30 jumping jacks. Three times. No stopping between movements, and just long enough to get a drink of water between circuits. Each time, you're supposed to try to do just one more. Supposed to be about getting stronger.
My push-ups as of now are on my knees. >.> And starting Wednesday, I took Sarge's advice and kept my elbows in (a bit harder. Go ahead. Try it.). I'm also only using 5 lb weights for my dumbbell rows. I need to get a heavier set. For now, this will do. Because they are so light, I doubled the reps.

Monday Weigh-In: 152.8

Monday
Warm-up: 10min 17 sec mile on the elliptical on the cardio setting
Squats: 20 | 20 | 20
Push-ups: 10 | 10 | 10
Lunges: 20 | 20 | 20
Dumbbell rows: 20 | 20 | 20
Plank: 30 sec | 33 sec | 40 sec
Jumping jacks: 30 | 30 | 30

Tuesday
Elliptical, 30 minutes on interval setting, avg. speed 5.7 mph, 2.83 miles, 239.2 cal burned

Wednesday

Warm-up: 10min 53 sec mile on the elliptical on the cardio setting
Squats: 21 | 21 | 25
Push-ups: 10 | 9 | 9
Lunges: 21 | 22 | 22
Dumbbell rows: 21 | 25 | 25
Plank: 35 sec | 40 sec | 40 sec
Jumping jacks: 40 | 40 | 40

Thursday
Elliptical, 30 minutes on strength setting, avg. speed 5.1 mph, 2.54 miles, 234.2 cal burned

Friday

Warm-up: 10min 46 sec mile on the elliptical on the cardio setting
Squats: 22 | 22 | 25
Push-ups: 3 | 6 | 7
Lunges: 22 | 22 | 25
Dumbbell rows: 25 | 26 | 26
Plank: 40 sec | 41 sec | 60 sec
Jumping jacks: 40 | 45 | 50



I tried a lot harder to watch my food. Not so much how much I'm eating, but what. I think I've got a handle on the crazy snacking. Now, trying to shift to better choices. We did have Thanksgiving leftovers this week... >.> This will be easier after the holidays.

Monday: 2 coffee, banana, 5 pretzels, some turkey, 1.5 cup stuffing, apple slice, banana, some grapes, 1 cookie, grilled cheese on whole wheat, 1.5 cup stuffing, gallon of water, bowl ice cream

Tuesday: 2 coffee, 3 fried eggs, apple, small salad with turkey and dried cranberries, a few more pieces of turkey for a snack, an apple, a slice of roast beef, 2 cups of roast veggies (onion, carrots, potatoes), 3/4 cup steamed cauliflower, a large piece of pumpkin pie with whipped cream, 96+ oz water

Wednesday: 3.5 coffee, 3 fried eggs with tabasco, small banana, 1/2 lowfat yogurt, piece of quiche, 1 cup broccoli/cauliflower/carrot with cheese, some turkey, roast beef sandwich with peppers/onions and cheese, 1.5 cups roast veggies, a tablespoon of peanut butter, 96+ oz water

Thursday: 3 coffee, 3 fried eggs, 2 slices pumpkin bread, 1/3 lowfat yogurt, 1 cup steamed cauliflower with cheese, a raisin bagel with cream cheese, a roast beef sandwich, 1 cup roast veggies, a few pretzels sticks, a glass of wine, 96+ oz water

Friday: 3 coffee, 3 fried eggs, 2 slices pumpkin bread, 1/3 lowfat yogurt, bowl of roast beef, slice pumpkin pie, roast beef sandwich, 2 cups broc/caul/carrots with cheese, 96+ oz water, slice of pie

Sooo... minus the pie... not terrible. We have junk left over from the Christmas party we had on Saturday, though. I don't know why people bring sweets and then don't take them home. -_- I'd throw it in the trash, but I'd feel bad. Something about wasting food just doesn't work with me. Oh well. Will just have to work a bit harder this week, I suppose. :)
Anywho, shall see how this goes. I guess after a few weeks, I'll be able to fully recommend it or not. The work out is really no joke. And, it's nice and planned out for those who aren't sure where to start. They have a really nice forum there to help you, too. (Alright, off my promoting soap box!)
Until next week!
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