Early Birthday Present

I mentioned in my first post that I was thinking about investing in an elliptical machine. While we were shopping over the weekend at I asked my hubby if we could take a look at the different elliptical machines so I could start researching the different brands and styles. I really liked the Nordic Track CX1055 Elliptical, but the price tag was a little too high. I decided to look on craigslist just to see what they had available and I found one near us that is 2 years old and hardly ever used. Last night we made an appointment to go and take a look at the machine to make sure it was in good condition and that I like the way it felt. It’s perfect!! (And I liked the price too) Sooo.....we are going to pick it up tonight after work as an early birthday present! I cannot think of a better birthday gift.

My mom and sister have both recently asked me what I wanted for my birthday as well. I decided that whatever I asked for would aid me in my journey. I asked my sister for a water bottle and a cookbook and I gave my mom a list from my “Get Healthy Bag” to choose from. When I met with my trainer last Thursday night, she suggested I have a “Get Healthy Bag”. In the bag, I would carry with me (everywhere) my nutrition plan, a notebook and pen, my water bottle, emergency snacks (that are approved in my nutrition plan), my Calorie King book, my workout accessories (hair bands, pedometer, heart rate monitor, sports towel, socks), vitamins, and iPod. She also suggested that I leave a separate bag in the car with workout clothes and shoes. I made a list of things I didn’t already have and sent it to my mom to pick and choose (I might have added an iTunes and Wegman’s gift card in there as well).

Last night I did not work out….at all. I was pretty down about an appointment we had that afternoon and just really needed some quality family time to lift my spirits. So, Lewis, Jaiden and I all crawled into our bed and watched Dora, jumped in the bed, cuddled….and it involved lots and lots of Jaiden hugs and kisses!! It was just what I needed!

I did weigh in this morning and I have lost another 1.6 pounds. I was actually surprised since we have eaten late almost each night this week, which is never a good thing. This brings the total to 12.2 pounds. Today at lunch I made my workout schedule for the next three days and read over my newly received nutrition plan. It has everything broken out day by day and even has shopping lists (of course you don’t have to buy the items you already have).


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