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RUNNING AND NOT IN A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS KINDA WAY

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Don’t laugh, today I did something that I normally only reserve for shopping sales and expiring parking metres…I ran. Uhuh. like lifting my feet off the ground and feeling all the jiggly and wobbly bits rockin and rollin. I freakin ran!

Let’s all calm down though, I don’t know that I’ll be doing any more running soon. It was fun while it lasted, oh who am I kidding…I am NOT built for running and it was excruciating and hard! My knees screamed, actually they were shrieking and  I could feel all of my weight pounding through my joints and, well, I am reaaally heavy!

Since chemo my lungs and heart aren’t what they used to be and my meds mean I have the bone density of someone much, much older so I guess I need to be kinder to myself…and to my body. 

plus active

Look, I’m trying to do better and make some changes in all areas of my life. These changes aren’t major changes, just small achievable changes. I’m planning to try some small changes every month and this month I’m committing to walking every day. Every single day for four weeks.

Today was the first day and I did it, I walked for half an hour and ran up and down the jetty. I nearly busted a lung with the running part so I’m going to stick with walking ok.

Instead of sitting at home and wishing I felt better and thinking about being fitter I decided to just start. In fact I’m even implementing a hashtag to go along with all my changes #stylingcurvyactivechange. Do you like it?

If you’re on Instagram (find me here) and implementing change in your life or would like to join in with my monthly changes then post a pic and use the hashtag #stylingcurvyactivechange.

Then we can all support each other.

The challenges won’t all involve active wear and exercise, some might be simply making my bed everyday, improving my skincare routine (which is pretty much non existent), doing more in the garden or eating more vegies. It’s about doing more of what I’ve been avoiding. Hopefully the small changes will lead to better habits, wouldn’t that be ace?

Maybe you can share with me what you would like to be doing more of? Inspire me gorgeous ones.

Meanwhile freezing Adelaide temperatures, arctic ocean winds and running has been enough excitement for me for one day. I’m now inside with the dog and some minestrone (with lentils!) catching up on work with the heating going strong.

soup

Til next time,

Jen x

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Comments

  1. Good for you.

    I don’t run, or cycle. Not a gym person either BUT love a nice long walk.

    I can’t walk fast but that’s ok.

    I walk to my pace …. with or without the company of a friend. When alone, I pop on my phone and listen to podcasts or music (only have one ear piece in so I can still hear what’s going on around me)

    Walking every day, even at a normal pace has helped my lower back issues, gives me energy, clears my head and helps loose weight.

    You’ll get there …..
    X

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    • Walking is where it’s at for me too, well walking and yoga. I pop my music in and empty my head…it’s like meditation with amazing scenery 🙂

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    • I hear you Beth, especially in this cold winter weather. Keep it up hun, your body will love you for it x

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    • Brilliant Sarah, take some pics and use the hashtag…I would love to see where you walk to on your travels 🙂

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  4. This is just what I needed to read. I go through phases of doing good things for my health then feel I’m doing well and let things slide. Lately I’ve been feeling ‘blah’ in a big way, my weight has blown out, I’m tired and emotional and my knee which needs replacing is excruciatingly painful most of the time. I’ve had great success in the past managing all these things by removing sugar from my diet, so today my No 1 man and I decided to go back to the No/Minimal sugar eating. It’s really hard for the first few days but just reading this made me think more positively about it. Thanks Jenni ❤️

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    • Darlene I hear you on the sugar. When I eat too much sugar my pain goes through the roof, it’s incredible how our bodies react to food. Your #stylingcurvyactivechange is a good one…keep going:-)

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  5. Joining you in walking; getting myself motivated after an ankle reconstruction and being mistaken for preggers on the train ?
    Top tip for smoother walking is good trainers and shock absorbing insoles. They reduce impact on your joints and make the whole deal a lot more pleasurable.

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    • Oh no, I’ve been mistaken for being preggers in the past, not fun. Quality shoes are always a must 🙂

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  6. Jenni, I know you said don’t laugh, but I really could not stop myself having a much needed fully on laughter fit when reading this. I to am not built for running, I’ve got dodgy knee’s and a chronic foot defect that struggles at the best of times with fast paced walking. Anything high impact or treadmill and stationary bike are out bounds for me now too. With so many restrictions i’ve struggled with the motivation of late to get moving, especially since all of the weight I had previously lost is starting to pile back on. Last week I bought myself a new back pack as motivation to do more walking and also a new yoga dvd, with big plans to start the new month with some exercise each day. Reading your post this evening has given me some new found motivation to stick with it, and each time I feel like chucking it in I will take my mind back to this post to keep me on task.

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  7. I am putting my hand up for the bed making and daily skin care routine! Running is not a possibility for me (really dodgy knee) but just getting more active is something I need to be doing. I am down 20kgs but have a long way to go and my butt’s not going to move itself (though once I start moving my butt has been known to keep the wobble going).
    You’re amazing for starting the journey! My sister started running years ago and went from being able to run from one power/light pole to the next to daily runs of 5 – 10 kms and a few half marathons and duathlons under her belt.

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  8. Much kinder on your bod to start off walking…and enjoy the scenery..the gardens..the houses..or take the dog and just take your time and enjoy it all..xx

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  9. I would like to eat out less. I buy my lunch and recess at work A LOT and it’s bad for both my waistline and my wallet. I’d also like to be more active in general – I might try your walking idea! Not to mention just getting more good stuff like veggies into me. My nutrition is lacking at best haha

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  10. Hi Jenni, I recently discovered you on FB and have found my way to your blog! Love reading about your life and being inspired! I’m 42 and have pretty much always been overweight and unfit. I was full of excuses and avoided any type of exercise at all costs! Last October, something happened in my head (planets aligned, wind changed… who knows!?) and I decided I needed to be stronger and fitter as I headed further into my 40’s! Hubby had started going to group outdoor training sessions about a month earlier, and after insisting that there was no way I could ever do anything like that, I suddenly surprised everyone (including myself!) and joined up.

    The biggest hurdle for me was coming to terms with the fact that it was okay for me puff and pant and sweat! The very supportive group encouraged me and spurred me on… and here I am 9 months later (wow…. I’ve only just now realised it’s been that long!) still loving it and doing things I never imagined possible! I’m still majorly overweight by health standards, but I’ve discovered a love for boxing (I’ve got a mean front kick too!), I’m doing push ups, planks and crunches, using 6kg weights, walking more and doing Pilates every week.

    I feel so much stronger and more confident! I’ve only lost about 12 kilos (I literally have about 60ish more to lose!) but my shape is changing and I’m losing centimetres as I tone up. I’ve lost 20-30 kilos in the past just with diet changes, but I’ve always reverted back to old habits. I think that by creating NEW habits, even though the weight is dropping more slowly, maybe it’s for good this time.

    Anyway, apologies for rambling on a bit there! I’m so glad to have found your blog, I’ll take any inspiration and motivation I can get!! Congrats on making changes to create a fitter, stronger you – and congrats to everyone else who has commented about their changes… sometimes it’s easy, and then other times it isn’t. I think the trick is to just keep going and do what you can, when you can. Jodes x

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    • Oh wow Jodie! You certainly showed the huz and most importantly yourself what you are capable of…good on you babe!

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    • What a fantastic start Jodie. I have a lot of weight to lose too. I’ve made a good start and can see big changes in my clothes etc, but I still have about 60kg to go as well. It’s quite overwhelming to look at it as a whole, so I’m trying to approach it 5 or 10 kg at a time. Exercise is difficult for me because of physical injuries (which are also the main reason for my weight gain) but I know there are alternative ways for me to get moving. I hope you post about your progress sometime down the track as I’d love to know how you’re going.

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      • Thanks Tracey – well done you too! It’s so overwhelming to have such a big number to lose isn’t it? I do the same as you – break it down into smaller goals! I recommend getting some dumb bells and a core ball… you can do quite a lot sitting on the ball to build core strength and increase your muscle. And more muscle = more fat burning!! ? Good luck with your adventure in lifestyle change! ❤️

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