Archive for January 2012
Dear Fitness Journal 1/30/2012
Posted by: Shannon Buck on: January 30, 2012
While we have gotten a few storms this winter, the weather and road conditions are allowing me time for walking almost daily. I am putting in a mile or two of this exercise most days, and I am using the thigh master every other day. I have a couple of articles of clothing that are [...]
Dear Fitness Journal 1/24/2012
Posted by: Shannon Buck on: January 24, 2012
At work one day, the evil elevator got stuck on me. I have been taking the stairs a lot since then, LOL. Plus, I live on the second floor in a house where I rent a room, so I go up and down this flight at least a couple times a day. Stair climbing seems [...]
Guest Post: Small Changes Toward a Healthier Lifestyle
Posted by: Shannon Buck on: January 17, 2012
By Brenda Lawrence Trying to live a healthier lifestyle with a balanced diet and exercise may seem like a huge life change if you’ve never tried it before. However, you can begin to become healthier by adopting a few small habits and making little changes over time. Here are ten things you can do that [...]
Saving Money on Exercise Needs
Posted by: Shannon Buck on: January 13, 2012
When setting up a exercise program, it may seem as though you can not afford to add many fitness opportunities to your routine. This is not true. In fact, you can add many different essentials and nice-to-haves to your workout life. How? By finding deals on what you need. You do not have to spend [...]
Mental Health and Weight Loss
Posted by: Shannon Buck on: January 6, 2012
How we perceive ourselves, how we feel about ourselves, is often directly related to how successful we will be in our fitness goals. It is important for us to feel good about ourselves and our surroundings if we are going to accomplish our goals. Positive thoughts help us stay or become fit. Here are a [...]
Welcome to 2012
Posted by: Shannon Buck on: January 4, 2012
Have you worked out your desired fitness and nutrition goals for the new year? I have mine worked out. Part of my goals include the 31 Day Healthy Recipe Challenge, which I hope you will join me in. It is never too late to start. Our goals will guide us through the coming year. Posting [...]
Progress!!!!
Posted by: Shannon Buck on: January 4, 2012
The other morning, as I was getting ready to leave for my job at the inn, I really looked at myself in the mirror. I noticed that I have slimmed down some on my sides, and my upper arms are looking better as well. This makes me very happy. Recently, I began the job of [...]
Fitness Goals for 2012
Posted by: Shannon Buck on: January 1, 2012
I am very excited about this new year! I have been doing well with my fitness goals, and am sure that I will do well again this year. These are my new goals: My main goal for the winter is to NOT gain back weight I have lost. Winter usually means less exercise. I want [...]
Me and This Journal
Good day all! My name is Shannon Buck. I hail from a small town in Maine, where I am blessed to have the opportunity to work from home as a freelance writer. I am mom to Skye and Zowie, my wonderfully supportive daughters.
I am not happy with my appearance. I want to get back into at least a large.
When I first started losing weight, I weighed in at 279 pounds and wore a size 3x. I am now at a size 2x and, while I have accomplished much, I have gone backwards somewhat. Not too badly, as I am still wearing a size 2x, along with with some 1x.
This blog is an effort to help keep me on track with my fitness goals. My main goal is not necessarily weight-loss, but overall fitness, nutrition and health. I want to not only look better, but feel better as well.
Join me while I continue with my journey.
Warmest Wishes and Brightest Blessings,
Shannon L. Buck
