Hey you little rascals!

This is my Friday Fit Test #2, but now it's Saturday.  I actually did this on Thursday (umm...a week ago) and had every intention of posting then but I decided to take my mini hiatus. I also like the alliteration of the "F"s and apparently so does the blog world. 

If I were smart, I would pre-write my posts but I usually end up writing on the spot and neglecting all the half-written posts sitting on my desktop. Those who know me know that I'm an excellent starter and not a very good finisher. I think they call that being inconsistent.

Two  Three weeks ago I decided I should be tracking my progress is some way other than pounds and inches. I'm definitely a person who likes numbers and data.  I'm very conventional and somewhat analytical so the more numbers and data, the better.

I also realized that getting smaller doesn't necessarily mean I'm getting more in shape or healthier. It's taken me a long time to get to this point but I don't just want to be "skinny."  I want to be strong.  I want to be tough. I want to be able to flip tractor tires like a badass. I digress. 

Have you met my boyfriend? He's 350 lbs of  love!

Using a modified version of the Chalean Extreme fitness test, I will be tracking my progress.  I was going to track every two weeks but I honestly don't think I'll see much change in two weeks so I'm doing once a month from now on! 

Results

Get ready for some high tech fancy results.  I need some line graphing software or something. Maybe some graph paper and colored pencils...

Looks like we're making a little progress.  That or I took it easy on myself the first time...I'm so bad at pushing myself which is why I try to attend workout class or boot camp.  I need direction.  Maybe I'm capable of more...

I think for the next test, which will be a month from last week (What?! July 5th), I'm going to get rid of the shoulder presses and bicep curls and add some plyometrics like squat jumps or burpees. If you'd like to play along, I'll post a reminder! Maybe we can make it into a link up so we can all see some progress!? 

Oh hey! Remember how I was all excited about Ripped in 30?  Now I'm just bored.  Not because I can do the whole thing balls-to-the-wall intense and perfect but because I don't have the attention span for it. I'm going to keep loosely fitting it in but I just cannot keep doing the same work out five days a week. 

Maybe I just hate working out in my room.  After doing boot camp for a while and running, I actually like being outside.  I like being able to move around and have my space without bumping into my dresser or my bookcase.  Girl's got some legs and she needs lots of room!

Happy Fitness Friday...or Saturday. Whatever. Have a good weekend!

Happy Thursday!  I don't think I would know what day it is unless I was blogging so thank you for keeping me sane, blog world.

I signed up for TWO Diet Bets last night. I was feeling ambitious.  If I'm gonna lose weight, I might as well make some money off of it!  The last time I did one, I got super close to the 4% but didn't end up winning. I need to win so I can put the money towards my massage fund - I want to have a mini relaxation day before school starts.

If anyone is interested, here are the two bets.  I'd love to see some fellow bloggers on there!  Email me or comment here if you decide to participate and we can cheer each other along :)

Do Life Diet Bet
Runtastic Diet Bet with Lunden

I also decided to try something new to keep track of my fitness progress.  I'm using a modified Chalean Extreme fitness test (another thing I bought that I never finished...shopping addict & inconsistent aren't a good combination).  I plan on doing this every two weeks to see my progress.  I need to figure out an easy way to keep track...I think I can record this somehow on MyFitnessPal.

The one mile is self-explanatory.  For pushups, I did traditional "boy" pushups, not modified.  Situps were Crossfit Situps:

For squats, I'm trying to improve my form so I used this video and technique for the test.

For planks, do any plank you feel comfortable with and hold it as long as you can.  (I hate planks) For shoulder press & bicep curls, record the amount of weight you use for each and how many reps to failure.  The goal with these is not to  increase reps but to increase weight overtime.  You should be able to do no more than 10-15 reps at a time to failure, like you couldn't do another rep. Women should lift heavy...you won't bulk up!

For sit and reach, technically you need a box and ruler.  I just used a tape measure and put my feet at 12 inches.  Reaching past your toes is just a bonus.  

Here are my results!  We all have to start somewhere. I can't wait to see the progress.  June 6th will be the next check in.

Finally, in honor of Throwback Thursday and Prom season...My senior prom! 5 years ago. AHH 

 

The awkward prom pose

I need a spray tan...