Thursday, December 9, 2010

Diary of a Imperfect Doll: Moving and a Shakin' it up!

Diary of a Imperfect Doll: Moving and a Shakin' it up!: "Ok today was my first day at Planet Fitness! Yeay, Cardio was the best!! Did lite strength training and sat in that lovely massage chair! NI..."

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Diary of a Imperfect Doll: Moving and a Shakin' it up!

Diary of a Imperfect Doll: Moving and a Shakin' it up!: "Ok today was my first day at Planet Fitness! Yeay, Cardio was the best!! Did lite strength training and sat in that lovely massage chair! NI..."

Moving and a Shakin' it up!

Ok today was my first day at Planet Fitness! Yeay, Cardio was the best!! Did lite strength training and sat in that lovely massage chair! NICEEEEE!!

If you have an IPhone there are a couple apps I would suggest you download.
One is My Fitness Pal. You can also download it online @ myfitnesspal.com. It's awesome you set your goal, its tells you how many calories you can consume a day to help you get to your goal. It allows you to enter in your workout info and it calculates like what you ate and worked off to tell you if your + or - in your caloric intake. The Nutrition guide is good as well. I give it an A++++:)

I also have 3 apps downloaded  for abs, butt and arms. Its a timed workout  like 30seconds each exercise. It gives you a description of the workout in words and also has a video that goes along with it to show you the proper way to complete the exercise.. LOVE IT!

I also had a ton of links for Women's Health.com. But instead of me posting all the individual links ( I can if you need) I will just tell you to go to that site, It is awesome. Also right now they are having a special on their subscription..so it will make a great gift to yourself or someone you love!

Today while I was working out I began to think about all the medical bills that I have acquired since July when I finally began to take my health serious. And I thought of the gym membership, membership at with Massage Envy. And I told myself I'm WORTH the gym membership and my massages. They are two of the best decisions I've made in a  while for myself. Since I am on the way to getting myself physically fit, I said it's finally time to get financially fit as well for the new year!

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Diary of a Imperfect Doll: I've made it, Wait, No I didn't!

Diary of a Imperfect Doll: I've made it, Wait, No I didn't!: "Hey dolls! On Sunday morning one of my best friends and I set out to walk the Cooper River Bridge which is about 3miles (6miles back and fo..."

I've made it, Wait, No I didn't!

Hey dolls!

On Sunday morning one of my best friends and I set out to walk the Cooper River Bridge which is about 3miles (6miles back and forth). As soon as we got out got our scarves, gloves and shades to hit the Bridge. We talked about getting complacent. We laughed about our ability to loose ourselves in our journey. To me, being able to maintain the weight loss loss is equally or even harder than the actual process. I told her what I'm learning is catch it before it gets too far out of hand. In her words she got to "laxed". Once you see the progress and others can see the progress, we tend to say OK, I can miss this workout, then it leads to...days.. then weeks..then the gym is calling (some of them anyways). Or it's okay I can have that hamburger and fry, I'll work it off..or I earned it! Okay I know we are not the ones that think this way or even fallen off the wagon. But whats most important is that you acknowledge it and get back on.

Ive been out of work for a couple of days and my doctor requested that I only walk. Yeah well it's like 35degrees here which I am not used to so I have walked twice in the 5 days I've been off. And since old man winter is going to be here for a while, I've decided the best thing I can do is join a gym! So tomorrow it's getting done!

Complacency can stall you every time if you let it. Remember that the journey for weight loss or to a healthier lifestyle can be as hard as we make it. We  get bored sometimes with our work outs..change it up..we get tired of eating the same things, by a cook book, check websites that include different menu's and print them follow them for a week or so and shake it up! For me I get burnt out from working out so much. An aerobic instructor once told me to listen to your body, It will tell you when your tired. When that happens take a break or change to a lower impact workout. Pilate's, that's all I need to say. ( Speaking of that I need to dust off my Winsor Pilates and get it in!)


Later today I promise that I a going to add another post with links that I have for some interesting reading.
If you are not on TWITTER, join! I LOVE TWITTER. It's not boring, it's all in who you follow. Alot of positive people on there and alot of info to absorb!

And remember, we can't change what has already happened. We can only learn from it, grow from it and do our best not to repeat it. Today is another day, you have another chance to get it right!!


Laila Ali btw...shes awesome:)

Friday, November 26, 2010

Diary of a Imperfect Doll: Mirrors

Diary of a Imperfect Doll: Mirrors: "Hey Dolls and Dudes! I hope you all really enjoyed your Thanksgiving Day! We all have so much to be thankful for so I hope you shared all of..."

Mirrors

Hey Dolls and Dudes! I hope you all really enjoyed your Thanksgiving Day! We all have so much to be thankful for so I hope you shared all of them with  your family and friends!

Holiday time in my house is hard. We lost my brother weeks before Christmas 3 years ago and my grandmother days after Christmas a year before. So needless to say its kind of hard to keep your spirits up this time of year. Yesterday however I was in a very cheerful mood, I wanted to make it a point to make sure my mom had a good day. So I made sure to keep my smile on, and the conversation light. But last night at work after I ate entirely to much:), I turned to my standby, SUGAR!! Oh yes and it was bountiful! Apple pie, sweet potato pie, blueberry cobbler! Then I had the nerve to be washing it down with soda honey!! I did it big!! I have a mirror on my desk, and at one point while i was thinking and stuffing my face, I looked in the mirror and  didn't see the reflection I wanted too. It was the person who I'm trying my damnest to leave behind. I put the fork in the bowl and threw the little bit on pie that was left away. My first thought was disgust because I felt that I had failed. I had been working hard for weeks, and it was paying off and here I go sabotaging it eating this mess. Then I looked down at my left forearm at the scars I had created earlier last week when I also had a moment of doubt and disgust with myself. The rest of my night was rather quite. I tried not to think about to much other than how the hell I was going to get all this food out of me.

Today my family had to go to another funeral for a close family member. I opted to stay home in bed since I didn't get off until 3am. As soon as they left I raided the kitchen for sweets. And boy did i find it! I ate and with every bite there was regret, but I didn't put the fork down. I devoured 3 good pieces of cake in like 20 minutes, then went and layed back down. I messaged Kristi a friend on facebook and asked her how to turn off my sweet tooth. She told me to choose fruit that are high in fiber like apples, and even try to chew some gum to ease the craving. I in boxed her to thank her and to share some other info with her and she turned out to be the mirror that I was trying to avoid all day. Kristi was not going to allow me to use my depression as an excuse to eat sugar! Sorry Doll! She instead told me to lace up the shoes get walking or press play! And as far as the food I ate yesterday, that was yesterday, it cant be changed. She says what I know to be be a fact CHANGE YOUR FOCUS and IT CHANGES THE OUTCOME!

So finally I got up and went to shower to make me feel better, I still didn't LOVE the reflection in the mirror (bags under my eyes and dull skin) but I said it's okay, it will all get better. I pulled my hair down and put on a pair of shorts I could barley fit in weeks ago now I have so mush room it's time for a smaller size. I can't change what I've already done, I can just keep going.

So I must hold myself accountable for my actions and for my moods! Yes those were some good ass pies, lawd were they not good!, but in the end the lonely was still here and me missing my loved ones hadn't changed. But I had come to far to regress back to what I was.  So  I told myself early night doll, you have earned yourself a double workout tomorrow. 1 at 6 am and another 30 minute walk on the treadmill after work! (Yeay..not) ;0)



Sunday, November 21, 2010

Ready, Set....Blog: Breakdowns, Breakthroughs and Inches

Ready, Set....Blog: Breakdowns, Breakthroughs and Inches: "Hey Guys, I've been without my laptop for a week so I only entered two video blogs. But now I have her back so here we gooo!! This past w..."

Breakdowns, Breakthroughs and Inches

Hey Guys,

I've been without my laptop for a week so I only entered two video blogs. But now I have her back so here we gooo!!

This past week was very trying. I suffer from depression and anxiety. So there were so many triggers and obstacles that I endured this week. And yes I turned to my safety blanket food. Chocolate was my drug of choice. And after the eating, came the guilt. And the problem was still there. Then I did what I should have done in the beginning which was confront the problem, talk about it and keep it moving! If you suffer from either one of these disorders then you know in the mist of an attack you feel as though there is no way out or there is no need to keep going but there is......

My Breakthrough was exercise!! Cliche I know but it was! After talking to my family and friends. Instead of picking up another one of my nieces worlds finest chocolate bars, I opted to work out. I fell in love with walking. And found myself in garage at night working out, may sound crazy but it calms me down and releases all that tension. Its something about making it thru a hard workout that parallels my life. I told myself if I can make it thru a hour of Billy Blanks non counting ass or The Ladies of the Firm then I can face  my issues. I also started walking the Ravenel Bridge which about 7 miles going and coming with elevations, plateaus and benches for push ups and presses. So needless to say I am choosing to o/d on exercise rather than chocolate:)

Through all of this the inches are coming off! I got on the scale and weighed in at 240! Super excited.. Last Saturday my measurements were B=48, W=34 H=54 and T=31. This week I am at B=46 W=32 H=53 T=30. I was so excited. Nothing better than seeing the results of your hard work. My appetite is picking up since the cardio and weight training has increased, so that's a great thing. Veggies and fruit are my best friend. I mix fish in there as well. I try to stay away from the red meat (my personal choice).

So there you have it, the week of Gina..The Imperfect Flawed Doll! Feel Free to comment and Share!!! That's why I created this blog...to share my life and to get feedback from others..

Nap then workout for me!! Happy Sunday All!!

Tuesday, November 16, 2010

Ready, Set....Blog: Finding You

Ready, Set....Blog: Finding You: "In one of my previous blogs I told you guys about my motivation to get healthy. As I sat and thought about my real motivation to loose weigh..."

Finding You

In one of my previous blogs I told you guys about my motivation to get healthy. As I sat and thought about my real motivation to loose weight this time it was to really find me through the process. All my strengths, weaknesses. Learning to take criticism, ignoring the nay sayers and finally make me happy and healthy

I can say that I am surrounded by alot of support. I get text messages asking me if I have worked out. My mom making sure I ate, compliments about the results thus far. But I have been here before, 6 years ago and about 50lbs lighter. Then everyone told me who good I looked, how proud they were, but to me in that mirror I was that saw over weight girl. I pushed myself to what I thought was going to make me happy only to get there and the happiness was no place to be found.

So this time around I decided that I was going to do it differently. See you have to be Mentally ready for the journey. Yes some people think that oh when I loose the weight, that will fix all my problems. Nope sorry. If you have not worked out the internal/mental issues that may have gotten you to this point then you may find yourself  staring in the mirror at a smaller version of a mentally fat unhappy you.

1. I suggest that you see your doctor, set a reasonable goal that will help you get on your way to being healthy.
2. There is no shame in Therapy! Yes I go. I pick up the phone and go talk to my therapist when needed. If this is not an option for you, then I suggest you find a CONFIDANT who will listen and provide constructive feedback.
3. Empower yourself. Educate yourself on the diet plan, workout plan, trainer or whatever method you will be using on your journey. ASK QUESTIONS!
4. Meditate/Journal/Blog. Simply its therapeutic, It's 4:22 am. I would normally be in bed with a plate of something, a glass of water (I thought I was doing something by drinking it) and the remote. If you are an emotional eater, once you write or log your emotions and habits you will see where the food comfort comes in.
5.Make up in Your Mind that this journey will not be easy, but you will succeeded. There will be gains, plateaus and pain, but in the end it will be worth it. See your vision, Live your purpose.

So my eyes are heavy I worked and am pretty much running off 5 hrs of sleep. Please feel free to share any advise that you have that works for you. Tell a friend or family members about my blog so we can get to our goals together.

Tuesday, November 9, 2010

Taking Care of Bizzness!!


If you’re on face book and my friend then of course you see me constantly updating my status that I am or have worked out.  I’ve since incorporated a change in eating habits to my life style.  

For about a year I was experiencing horrible headaches. Doctor after doctor diagnosed me with everything under the sun. Until finally a friend referred me to her doctor who took his time and thoroughly tested and examined me. The culprit was bulging discs that are pinching nerves and causing inflammation. Finally I was able to get treatment now my headaches are few and far between. This brings me to the title of this post. Had I not stayed adamant about my health I would have still been in pain medications that were not working but causing other issues.

Of course during all theses visits to specialists and my dr, I was told that me being this young had blood pressure and cholesterol levels of a person twice my age. And the dreaded WEIGHT... I normally went in and pleaded not to get weighed telling the nurse I was just here a couple of days ago, and when I did get the amount blamed it on the clothes or shoes. (DENIAL). After being told that I could no longer go on neglecting my health this way and hearing my doctor EVERY SINGLE VISIT, I threw up my hands and said lets do this. We did it before, got 75lbs off and kept it off for a few years. I then decided to begin working out because my food intake was not a big problem I thought. I began to work out again on my own. I would ask my friend/trainer Adanzla for advice since she trained me prior to me having to stop because of my pain issues. Lo and behold I started liking the results... I began hearing her in my head telling me not to cheat myself, even adding reps to myself if I stopped before a set was done! I even fell in love with squats and lunges, hurt sooo good. Once I got that together I then decided ok, we can’t work out and eat the way we want, you know it’s not going to work. So I am now on a complete diet over haul. I’m slowly replacing chocolate for fruit, red meat for fish, and chicken with turkey and making sure I get vegetables daily. Honestly guys it’s not bad. ATTENTION  LADIES: You are excused when Mother Nature is about to or has made her appearance, I would rather you eat that cupcake then slap your co-worker:0))

So I make this challenge to you and your friends: Let’s Take Care of bizness and Get Healthy! Taking care of our minds, body and spirit is the best thing you can do for yourself! Today I will start my Shakeology experience. I will include all needed info in the blog and if there are any questions I will ask Kristi, a Beach Body Coach, to answer them and also get links to her sites and to workout and nutrition sites for us.

Let’s get Bizzy!!!!

Sunday, November 7, 2010

Power of your Thoughts



A couple of days ago I went to a new nail salon. The manicurist that did my nails was very sweet and talkative, I didn't mind at all though. We talked about her culture and I asked her about the beautiful jade bracelet that alot  manicurists wear. She told me it was a rare Jade stone that are found deep inside of mountains from her native land. I asked her if it was for luck, she said yes luck , health ,prosperity and other different things that her culture followed. She said that she had been wearing it for a while since she began having pains in her wrist, what we think of as carpal tunnel. I asked if it worked she excitedly said Yes!  We laughed, she explained that alot of her clients were wanting them and when she makes trips back home she brings them back. She said I don't know if its just a mind thing or if it really works but it worked for her. So you know I placed my order for a few:)


Think about this, we tend to put faith or expect change from outside sources like that beautiful bracelet. Because think that the bracelet is giving us energy, or has healed our ailment, is the bracelet really the culprit or is it our thoughts? You said I heard it works so it has to be working for me right?

I started reading The Secret about a year ago but Inever completed it. I've since found it after my recent move and started it again. The premise of the book is the law of attraction! What you call you get! What you continuosly think about comes to you.  Seasons have changed and its harder to get out of bed in the mornings for alot of us. (Raises Hand). Per The Secret your thoughts dictate your day.life. Clearly I'm not saying obsess over every single thought, but be aware of what you tell yourself, what you put out into the universe. If you say oh I'm not getting out of bed because its cold and I don't feel like it, chances are at 5pm you will still be in the bed. I'm soo guilty of this. I tell myself I'm not fully rested until 2pm everyday...Gina your body knows when its rested that's why your awake doll! So I'm in the process of  Not thinking myself in bed all day. I give myself the pep talk your not sleepy its lazy now lets move it! ( I'll keep you posted on this one, I love my bed and he loves me more!


So I pose this question do you believe that your thought process or energy you put out can effect your health, finances, love and other parts of your life?



Saturday, November 6, 2010

Allow me to introduce myself...

Hey Dolls and Dudes!

Welcome to my blog!  Pull up a chair, get comfy, lets talk.
I decided to start a blog to share my life experiences, struggles, goals and achievements. Also share and receive insight from people from all walks of life! Age, race and sexuality is of no importance to me. I plan on updating often and looking forward to hearing your feedback and sharing your views as well!