I know a lot of people put their success by the dammed scale. A downward number has me jumping for joy. A gain will remind me to not consume alcohol at all. But this post isnt abt the scale moving down. This post is me listing all my victories, all the non scale ones.
I got a trainer 4 weeks ago. It was expensive but so worth it. Before last Thursday’s workout, she said lets take your measurements again. This is the real stuff, with the callipers and the pinching. Guess where I lost the most inches.. In my biceps.. almost 6 inches. Another month, I would be able to wear sleeveless. My body fat percentage went down 2.6% and my Lean Body Mass went up by 2 lbs. Funny thing is, I didnt lose a single pound on the scale.I lost 1-2 inches almost everywhere except my calves which became bigger.
I can now climb the Hell Hill near my house and not die huffing and puffing. I remember almost dying when I first started running.
I can now finish a yoga class without going into the child’s pose(unless told to by the instructor). When I first started yoga, I had to take a breather and do the childs pose a lot more to take breaks
I can actually do a spinning class without feeling like I am going to vomit. Spinning is high intensity. WhenI first started, when the instructors shouts, Turn to the right(the resistance/load on the bike), I wouldnt because I was already struggling to cycle with the load I had on.Now, I turn the knob and pedal harder.
I signed up for a 8 week Baby Bootcamp running clinic. I would have NEVER done this. Knowing that I would be one of the biggest there, Knowing that I would be one of the unfittest there, I would have never signed up for it(including the other classes as well) My self-esteem has gone up almost 200%. My first thought when I was unfit(postive talk instead of saying FAT), people would laugh at a mom trying to run. Not now. My first thought, if I can run non-stop for 3 miles, I can freaking do anything.
I was in a bad,bad car accident 2 years ago. Since then, I have had back issues. In fact, there was 2 episodes in June last year, where my back gave out completely.I walked hunchbacked for almost a week . My GP’s advise was to always work-out and stretch. Resting or lying completely still is apparently really bad for your back. I have noticed that on the days, where I dont workout, my back is stiff. So the workouts has strengthened my core and my back muscles. I am normally pain -free most days.
The pride I take in dressing up. I use make-up. I put on pretty jewellery. This is such a superficial thing but I want to include it in my NSV. When I was a size 20, my wadrobe consisted of a)Black and b)Stretchy Pants. Not anymore, I bought a beautiful silk Micheal Kors top, a light purple cotton skirt, a silky green shirt. Ohh this is me with my 10 yr on Sat. I brought her, her 2 friends and Avasha to Night at The Museum.
Notice matching Necklace and Earrings 
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hey,
This is a very nice post. i have been reading your blog for some time now. i need to lose tons of weight..i was nervous to join a gym, but did that big step this week. hopefully i”ll start losing some weight soon. i dont have the courage to try spinning etc, but i “ll get there slowly. i have book marked your posts and read that whenever i need some motivation. Great Job!
Me: Welcome Anju.
take care
Anju
Nice! I bet you feel more energetic through the day. Now after a week of skipping workouts because I just didn’t feel like working out, damn it, I’m inspired to get off my lazy ass.
All that and four kids and you still have time to blog!?? *deep respect*
Me: I do feel energectic. Not to mention because I work out quite a bit, I get to eat alot more.
You are a superstar. You know that right?
Me: Awww.. thanks Shilpa
you the rockstar!!! woohoo! to you! and yup! nice look!
cheers!
Me: Thanks Abha!
I saw your other pics and all I can say is WOW!! You really have positive attitude and thats the first victory:-)
Me:I should list that as welll.Thanks
You have a personal trainer ??? You take yoga classes and spinning class and sign up for baby bootcamps …. WOW … I mean WOW !!!
You are truly committed to being fit !!! Keep it up !
Me: I am very good at carving out me time. Well the spinning is once a week and as is the yoga and the bootcamp/running is early Sunday morning. I am committed.
You look great. And congrats on your addiction to exercise. I have the addiction too. Going to the gym now…
Me: high five Joe
came here after reading your comment on Kiran’s karmickids blog. I ranted there, then I thought I will come and rant some more here. Where’s the post.
I have done enough ranting for this month on my blog so won’t do a blog post on it but I can agree with you and then add my choicest words for what I think of such condescending people and what they are doing to their kids.
Me: Just published. I had to take out the F1cks and stuff. I am only allowing one or two I think
rofl.
sraikh,
I am new to your blog and have read a few posts now. I must say your determination to get into shape is commendable!!! Way to go girl
Me: waves hello. Do you blog? You do right?
You sure are motivating me to go hit the gym. I too need to drop a lot of weight. I was wondering how important it is in your opinion to have a personal trainer and how frequently do you take classes with him/her. I have inquired in my local gym and the rates seem pretty high. Any advice on this would be highly appreciated.
Me: Will send an email allright?
Cheers!
Rads
Go Sraikh!! CONGRATULATIONS on the non-scale victories!! You make us all proud.
*jumps up and down with joy*, claps and gives her fave hot mamma a big hug.
Me: hugs back
You and me next year, for a full marathon ok?
Also you are so inspiring!
Me: A full.. I am dead just thinking abt it. In 2 years maybe.
You look hot! I owe that fitness blog a post of my own. except that I have no time or energy lefy after spin/bootcamp/kickboxing… except to go out and buy smaller jeans
You are my inspiration.
Me: I read you do a 5a/m spin and then a bootcamp class. I am too pooped after spinning to do anything but some ab/yoga work and hit the shower.
Wow, I like you more…and your new confidence.
Hat’s off to you lady!
Me: Thanks !
You’re looking fabulous, S!
*Bowing deeply* I’m seriously not worthy. I just want whatever you’re having.
Me: rofl. i have 4 kids. you want them?
Yay, many many many congrats!
Me: Thanks Suki
I came across your blog few days ago and got back again to read more. Very interesting views and congratulations on fitness fervor. I myself am on such a journey and am about 60% there.
Me: Waves hello