a little housekeeping
Hey all,
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I can’t believe the high I was on after my fitaversary on Monday has COMPLETELY worn off, and to be honest, I’m kinda grumpy! Ugh.
Tomorrow I’m gonna shop my blues away with a little retail therapy…
30% off EVERYTHING!! including clearance, and outlet stores!
and then dinner with some of my oldest and dearest friends. 
In site news, I wanted to discuss a couple of points!
First, in my last post, I mentioned both Jess of Let’s Get Fit, and Katie of Life in the Fulmer Lane. Both of those ladies are awesome, and write wonderful blogs which I somehow forgot to link to… so here they are… show them a little love.
Also I have purchased a new domain name…
This does NOT move my site, it does NOT require you to change your readers, it does NOT change my email address, but it does provide an easier link to remember, if you have trouble spelling kelsey or toney, or both. 
Basically, in a world of catchy blog names, and blog names that indicate some of the content of a site, I thought it would be a good idea. 
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I’ve also done some work on the content of the site, adding a page for my links, reviews (under construction), and soon an FAQ page.
Please visit my links page, and make sure that your blog is included if you’d like it to be. Please leave a comment THERE if you’re not listed, but would like to be included. Chances are, if I read your blog and/or your interests jive with mine, you’ll be added.
My Health page has been up for a while, but it includes before and after photographs, as well as an overview of my story.
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Happy Fitaversary To ME!!!
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Wow, Wow, WOW!!!
A year ago today, I took a fitness assessment that was provided for free at my job. At that assessment, things like my weight, bmi, body composition, blood sugar, cholesterol levels, etc. were measured. While most of my numbers were “normal” I was NOT happy. I weight over 170 lbs, and was not looking cute…
(check out my health page at the top of my site, or click here to see more before photographs)
Before:
The number that threw my jaw to the floor was my % Body Fat. I had 38.1% body fat.
The now almost famous conversation that I had in my head went something like this, “Woa. 38%. That is almost 40%… THATS ALMOST 50%!!! I’m almost HALF FAT!!!”
That night, I went to the store and bought the 30 day shred DVD… and the rest was history!
I’m proud of the accomplishments that I’ve had this year:
- I worked out 30 days straight when I thought it’d kill me
- I went from running 30 seconds, to running up to 5 miles
- I graduated from the couch to 5k program
- I’ve completed 4 5k races
- I’ve completed 1 4 mile race
- I’ve lost and maintained around 25 lbs to date
- I’ve become more balanced and flexible
- I’ve gone from a size 16 to a size 8
- I’ve CHANGED my diet significantly, adding healthy and wholesome food to most of my meals.
- I’ve become a moderator or a national board related to health and fitness.
- I’ve got a blog reach of over 100 (usually quiet, but wonderful) readers who help keep me accountable.
That is a pretty damn good year, if you ask me.
So, to the FITAVERSARY PART…
Today, the fitness wagon came by again, one year after driving through and changing my world.
I bounded into the room, ready and excited to see my numbers…
Here are some highlights:
| Last Year | This Year | |
| Weight | 168 | 146 |
| BMI* | 28.8 | 25.1 |
| Body Fat % | 38.1 | 25.8 |
| Overall Wellness | 72/100 | 91/100 |
Check out last year’s sad diagnosis…
Check out this year’s BEAUTY!!!!
THAT is meaningful change, people!
I was LITERALLY glowing all day… My Jess-i-poo took some pictures of my happiness, so I could share my excitement with you fine people…
I posed with both of my reports, last year’s and today’s…
I think this one says, “Hollerrr! I’m making myself the best me I can be and I have an abnormally huge smile!”
I’ll close this incredible meaningful post (to me, anyway) with an excerpt from last year… the day after my 38.1% epiphany…
One of the most prevalent messages of the story [kung fu panda] was that, there is no “trick” to becoming who you are destined/meant/hoping to be… No self help book, no 30 day shred workout video, and no special website that will make that change happen. In the end, we have to decide to make that change ourselves.
Anyone who has known me for any length of time has undoubtedly heard one of the dozens of “I’mma change! I’m gonna get fit! I’m gonna finish an album! I’m gonna eat only organic! I’m gonna blog every day!”
Love you guys…
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Sunday, I had the awesome pleasure of meeting miss Nicole of NiccisNiftyEats!
We met at an awesome cafe which is attached to a great whole foods store in our area. Both of us have shopped here before, but never ventured into the cafe.
As their menu is online, I had a chance to decide what I wanted before I arrived.
I had a turkey and basil pesto Panini (with no cheese) which was also loaded with veggies like tomatoes, artichokes, and spinach. The bread was really, REALLY good.
I also enjoyed a cup of carrot juice!
As I was snapping a shot of my eats, I looked up and smiled as I saw this:
I knew we’d hit it right off.
I’d never met Nicole before, but have thoroughly enjoyed reading her blog. When I found out we lived in the same town… I knew a meet up was in order.
After escaping lunch on the beautiful patio without being stung by one of the many bees, we retreated inside and checked out some of the artwork on display in the cafe.
As we meandered through the market, I spotted my bff… silk holiday flavors… this is pumpkin spice, but I’m sure I’ll kill several silk nogs before the end of the season.
I also picked up some amazing grass, and almond butter packs,
and Nicole and I decided to be BRAVE and try synergy KOMBUCHA!
The following faces may not be suitable for young audiences
all in all a splendid time was had by all, and I’m stoked to have a new IRL buddy to workout with and try new things!
You rock girlie!
Struggling for balance!
I want to start off by thanking Sarah @ tales of expansion for the wonderful, wonderful Jasmine Tea Biscotti Bites!
A couple of weeks ago Meaghann from the inner workings of a college graduate held another blogging bakesale benefiting her team in training efforts! When I saw these, with jasmine tea, I knew I had to have them!
I love jasmine tea so much, and these are so great:
They have a mild sweetness, but they’re definitely not sugary. There is a slight chewiness, from the dried fruit, but an overall crunch that is completely satisfying. Best of all, the jasmine-y-ness is perfect. The tea flavor comes at the back end, almost a few seconds after finishing the cookie. The lingering aroma of jasmine tea after the bite is the best part. I LOVE that savory ending note, and I LOVE these bites. Total complete YUM.
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Now, once again, its been a few days since I’ve updated, and I’m sorry for that, but I am really having a bit of a struggle finding balance. A few weeks ago, I felt SO in control, and in just a short time, I’ve started to feel so… off. Basically, this semester of grad school is coming to a head, and I’m just tired. I love what I study, but this trio of classes, these 9 hours, have been the most grueling of the entire program.
There are several huge projects all coming due at close to the same time, and I’m having trouble finding time to study, get in 1 hour of excersize most days, keep up with my responsibilities around the house, and be a decent wife (and friend)…(and daughter)… (and teacher). Well, anyway, I’m just feeling a bit overwhelmed, and I’m ready for this semester of grad school to be over. OVER.
In other balance news, I FELL down during my run today! UGH. I was so pissed, I was either getting too tired, or hit a rock, or a bump in the sidewalk, or I’m just a clutz, but I sorta fell off to the side (I think it was on purpose that I went sideways) and my hip hit the grass by the sidewalk. I’m so glad I avoided slamming my hip into the concrete, and just hit the grass. Of course, my knight on his white horse SUV insisted on coming to pick me up, as I was about 1 mile away from home still. very cute.
So, I’m totally okay, just bruised my pride a little.
In related news, I’m at over 4 miles per session, so that is awesome.
Best of luck to everyone running Boston tomorrow!!! Kick butt!
Goodnight!
Things are lookin’ up!
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