tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85628048500741022462024-03-06T02:03:03.750-06:00Alyssa Becthold: The Story Behind The StoryThis is a blog dedicated to chronicling the journey to personal health and positive state of mind.I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-16710512741544125572010-04-05T16:21:00.002-05:002010-04-05T16:22:18.080-05:00Join me on my new blog: www.AlyssaBecthold.com!I've moved! Check out my new blog: <a href="http://www.AlyssaBecthold.com">www.AlyssaBecthold.com</a>!I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-13724747260347071162010-03-23T16:14:00.010-05:002010-03-24T14:45:01.453-05:00Showing off my awesomeness<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Uh9JKYKAWJTZuWFAeDS7LfBW9GlXq_pLELh121rurIysgsBTWx-4cLYrG9LyhWCDycavyZeeG4wsNkHjfPhRb8Zav5h1l_JLklP0ZBjb00wk0YViBicqZmjIgE8gP8q9H-X9HpoZ_Tf3/s1600-h/alyssa.jpg"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 142px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Uh9JKYKAWJTZuWFAeDS7LfBW9GlXq_pLELh121rurIysgsBTWx-4cLYrG9LyhWCDycavyZeeG4wsNkHjfPhRb8Zav5h1l_JLklP0ZBjb00wk0YViBicqZmjIgE8gP8q9H-X9HpoZ_Tf3/s320/alyssa.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451940769055275666" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">Since becoming a part of the Mamavation family, my awesomeness has soared to a whole new level.<br /><br /></span><div><span style="font-family:arial;">According to <a href="http://bit.ly/bsMwLO">The Awesomeness Manifesto</a>, "awesomeness" happens when thick — real, meaningful — value is created by people who love what they do, added to insanely great stuff, and multiplied by communities who are delighted and inspired because they are authentically better off. </span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family:arial;">Tell me this doesn't sound exactly like the Mamavation community? </span></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span></div><div><span></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family:arial;">Now, give me a really good reason why you don't want to be a part of this in 2010?<br /></span><div><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><div><span style="font-family:arial;">Just in case you decide to go after a little awesomeness of your own, here are the details on the next </span><a style="font-family: arial;" href="http://www.mamavation.com/">Mamavation </a><span style="font-family:arial;">program:</span><br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;font-family:arial;"><a href="http://www.mamavation.com/">Mamavation</a> Campaign #4</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">March 22 to April 1st--accepting applications on the website</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">April 5 to April 12th--voting</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">April 12 twitter launch party 8-10pm EST</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">Campaign from April 13th to May 28th</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><span style="font-family:arial;">Apply to be the next </span><a style="font-family: arial;" href="http://www.mamavation.com/">Mamavation Mom! </a><br /></div></div></div>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-74277064258576808722010-03-01T14:10:00.010-06:002010-03-16T08:17:48.131-05:00Before (October 2009) and After (March 2010)Since I have hit the 60 pound mark recently, I thought it would be fun to post a few before and after photos!<br /><br />Here is me before I entered Mamavation in October 2009.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg98mzOpr6OQ33ScbUtPvjSzjfFtqJC2YxrfW5VFuiZuq1DjBeuW8pWpvWDtlXXquAA1kaG7RVAFADRmBYW-vxe1YECq0o3Pj-R1cbuACQNpKMALQrpA2o-Zfye3DnGM4IbsfJPh_KAwRnQ/s1600-h/AlyssaBEFORE.jpg"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 109px; height: 325px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg98mzOpr6OQ33ScbUtPvjSzjfFtqJC2YxrfW5VFuiZuq1DjBeuW8pWpvWDtlXXquAA1kaG7RVAFADRmBYW-vxe1YECq0o3Pj-R1cbuACQNpKMALQrpA2o-Zfye3DnGM4IbsfJPh_KAwRnQ/s320/AlyssaBEFORE.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443760846039588402" border="0" /></a><br /></div><br />And here is me now:<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFhSV5wB8blmRcIhdfwGE66RFtcdPeZTkNHMvJHqp2bLncASxzHU_d0hCH_t_ZViMlTjZK_f6k0aCeHZUZQuG4NXbHB5QIlrRDsw1GpwjIF2qrTSXL9-HraPMdGJ0GuoNQ287Auk6Zud_5/s1600-h/AfterMarch2010.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 155px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFhSV5wB8blmRcIhdfwGE66RFtcdPeZTkNHMvJHqp2bLncASxzHU_d0hCH_t_ZViMlTjZK_f6k0aCeHZUZQuG4NXbHB5QIlrRDsw1GpwjIF2qrTSXL9-HraPMdGJ0GuoNQ287Auk6Zud_5/s320/AfterMarch2010.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443761899854141538" border="0" /></a><br /><br />One more time...just for fun:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQJD3o5ww7tFQbZBrSvBm9NaVoABBCBWo3_k-AL6QlYgzI1wsA2KFZJmnQzj4MHDIiYgk1KmizpMhsRRa9cMoOpfKIILRuIOVxg7pfQPfdUlKaBG6pemD3y_T5_6xL44aNAMTlfal_un8w/s1600-h/March201.JPG"><img style="cursor: pointer; width: 154px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQJD3o5ww7tFQbZBrSvBm9NaVoABBCBWo3_k-AL6QlYgzI1wsA2KFZJmnQzj4MHDIiYgk1KmizpMhsRRa9cMoOpfKIILRuIOVxg7pfQPfdUlKaBG6pemD3y_T5_6xL44aNAMTlfal_un8w/s320/March201.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5443762377699462242" border="0" /></a><br /><br />About 9 pounds to go to the goal!<br /><img src="file:///Users/alyssa/Desktop/AfterMarch2010.JPG" alt="" /><br /><br /><br />Updated March 15th:<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMcW3Eo8KTKmu_OPPVfLDuRu1VL4-PbmHQhoIy3GuAvXMUaFtb0R4iFNlG9nw6Jb7a-oVNGb6cMSOviNb2bzRMHSY6u2cict0nvL0v6H2-UDAjikiL5h-G2fO7ZeaETol3uVG0AIT3W78x/s1600-h/DSC00972.JPG"><img style="float: left; margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; cursor: pointer; width: 218px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMcW3Eo8KTKmu_OPPVfLDuRu1VL4-PbmHQhoIy3GuAvXMUaFtb0R4iFNlG9nw6Jb7a-oVNGb6cMSOviNb2bzRMHSY6u2cict0nvL0v6H2-UDAjikiL5h-G2fO7ZeaETol3uVG0AIT3W78x/s320/DSC00972.JPG" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448953629494852706" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />And another two pounds down, with a new hair do!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Here's how you can make a transition to a healthier lifestyle through the amazing <a href="http://www.mamavation.com/">Mamavation </a>program:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.mamavation.com/">Mamavation</a> Campaign #4</span><br />March 22 to April 1st--accepting applications on the website<br />April 5 to April 12th--voting<br />April 12 twitter launch party 8-10pm EST<br />Campaign from April 13th to May 28th<br /><br />My entire Mamavation journey is chronicled on this blog. From my struggles of just starting, to where I am at today -- I am here with you because I understand what you are feeling.<br /><br />Take the next step for yourself and your family today and apply to be the next <a href="http://www.mamavation.com/">Mamavation Mom! </a><br /><img src="file:///Users/alyssa/Desktop/AlyssaBEFORE.jpg" alt="" />I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com49tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-51321088358710744242010-02-15T10:35:00.000-06:002010-02-15T10:36:09.621-06:00Skewed Perception?<!--StartFragment--> <p class="MsoNormal">Because it has been multiple years since I have held a number on the scale as low as this one, I have begun to realize I have a bit of a skewed perception of my body. Even as the scale keeps decreasing and my clothes are getting smaller – I still make jokes and refer to myself as a “bigger” person.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I wonder when I will wake up in the morning, look in the mirror and think that the person staring back at me isn’t fat? And, if that never happens, does this become an obsession? Lead to an eating disorder? Or, have I clearly just been fixated with being overweight for so long that I am mentally certain I will never be “average” or dare I say “thin”?</p> <p class="MsoNormal">I am pleased with my progress made in round two of Mamavation. For this, I am certain. As we are nearing the one-year birthday of my son Henry, I realized that I am almost 60 pounds down from the day I delivered him! 60 pounds! That is an amazing accomplishment in under a year! So, for that would make is just about 40 pounds since I applied for Mamavation near my 30<sup>th</sup> birthday!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p>How close am I to my ultimate goal? Less than 10 pounds. Right now, I am concentrating on one pound at a time. Taking each day at a time. Making each exercise and meal choice the right decision for me. Focusing on being fit and being healthy. And ultimately fighting off that skewed perception.</o:p></p> <!--EndFragment-->I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-18584773712204032092010-02-01T10:41:00.001-06:002010-02-01T10:44:52.518-06:00Slow and Steady Wins the RaceSlow and steady wins the race, right?<br /><br />It seems like these last few pounds have some type of a deep attachment to me. Probably a deep attachment to my hips and abs!<br /><br />I have been maintaining a one-pound/week weight loss since the beginning of January, for a total of 4.4 pounds down. That would be about 31 pounds since the beginning of October! The hardest part is just to keep reminding myself that a healthy lifestyle and weight loss is a marathon and not a sprint. Fifteen pounds to go!<br /><br />In the meantime, I am really excited to be partnered up with <a href="http://www.twitter.com/lisasamples">@LisaSamples</a> on her <a href="http://www.twitter.com/mamavation">#Mamavation</a> journey. She is an amazing woman and I am thrilled to see her progress!<br /><br />Together, we will tackle the challenges, sheds the pounds and tears and become friends on a journey to success!I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-86838365911083621562010-01-18T10:50:00.001-06:002010-01-18T10:51:49.049-06:00This is the WEEK!This is the week that two women’s lives will change, hopefully forever and for the better. I remember back three months ago, when I was in a similar situation as these amazing finalists. The nerves, the distraction, and the unknown!<br /><br />In just a few days, I will meet my partner for the next seven weeks. Soon, I will know whom the person is that I will hold accountable and that will hold me accountable for continuing on our trek for a healthier lifestyle. I cannot wait for the Twitter party Thursday night!<br /><br />If I learned anything from the last Mamavation campaign, it was that it is never too late to start making changes. The hardest part was the discipline. Holding myself accountable for my actions. What really kept me focused was the sistahood, knowing full well that there were many others out there that wanted a chance at what I was so fortunately allowed to do – to represent the Mamavation program.<br /><br />The last month, since the campaign ended, I have relied on my friends to keep me motivated to go to the gym. Also, keeping track of what I’m eating is very important. Chance are, if you have to write it down, you will really think twice about what you are consuming. <br /><br />I am just beginning my new goal and I know that it will be a lot of hard work in the next two months. I am going to need help staying on track and perhaps for the first year in decades, I may even buy a swimming suit?! <br /><br />Together, we are going to make this the best start of the New Year!I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-66613681565218937422010-01-04T11:06:00.001-06:002010-01-04T11:06:55.488-06:00It's GO TIME!Welcome to 2010! <br /><br />I have big plans in 2010 and there is no time like the present to get started! My team is assembled and we are ready to go to support each other in this next phase of this journey to personal health and positive state of mind. <br /><br />I am taking all of the tools, tips and secrets I learned in the last campaign and am coming out in a vengeance to finally reach my ultimate goals. It has all boiled down to planning the work and working the plan. <br /><br />That is exactly what I have done. Planned my fitness routine. Planned my meals. Now, it’s time to shed the last of the pounds and tone up those “mamavated” muscles. My goal is to be buff and tough by April 4, 2010. This entails shedding about 20 more pounds, toning up some muscles and crossing the finish line faster in my next 5k race in March. Think I can do it!? <br /><br />And, just as importantly, I am ready to be your mentor, too! I look forward to partnering with one of the new Mamavations Moms as we take on this quest together. Mamavation is a wonderful program, moms are superheroes and the best is yet to come!I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-47775479729492575692009-12-10T16:48:00.003-06:002009-12-10T16:48:34.988-06:00Final Confessional Vlog<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/6PAMT-y547A&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/6PAMT-y547A&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-35185782941101629022009-12-06T20:10:00.000-06:002009-12-06T20:11:29.730-06:00December 5th Confessional Vlog<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/lmKcmPcjz3E&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/lmKcmPcjz3E&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-53456672049285256992009-12-06T20:08:00.001-06:002009-12-06T20:08:49.110-06:00My Top 17 ListAs we wrap up our last full week of this official Mamavation campaign, I can’t help but feel a little saddened that it is all coming to a close. There is no way I could have accomplished all that I have been able to without the amazing support of the community that makes up this program.<br /><br />I’ve put together a “Top 17” list of all the things I am either thankful for, or have learned during the last six weeks. Why a “Top 17?” Because I have lost 17 pounds during this campaign and I am so thrilled!<br /><br />Here goes:<br /><br />#1: Wearing Earth Footwear helps you burn more calories while you walk and truly accelerates your workouts. Plus, you look good while wearing them, too, because they are so stylish! Thank you for making me feel the burn with your incredible sponsorship!<br /><br />#2: My lower body workout from EA SPORTS Active was designed as a lesson in cruel and unusual punishment. This amazing company knows exactly what to do to make you have fun and get physically fit. And you can’t cheat the program, especially on the lunges, because I tried. However, I did figure out a few secrets when it comes to inline skating. <br /><br />#3: Everyone should invest in a treadmill from Smooth Fitness and implement an interval walking/running program into your routine. This beautiful machine has become my best friend. Always happy to see me and leaves me better than I came. <br /><br />#4: Tracey Mallett’s Quick Blast workout DVDs can be done with a limited amount of time and space. And, they are intense. Don’t forget the 5 lb weights. Your body will thank you. <br /><br />#5: Getting rid of the old baggage is critical to excelling in a weight loss program. If you haven’t been introduced to Dr. Lorretta’s program – run, don’t walk! Her website is www.expemp.com.<br /><br />#6: My nutrition plan from Dr. Renna taught me how to live without having to diet. Thank you for answering all of my questions without pause, no matter how ridiculous they were. <br /><br />#7: Mamavation Mondays are a great way to start the week. Plus, it makes you fess up to anything you may need forgiveness for over the weekend. <br /><br />#8: I have had more fun on MomTV than should be allowed. However, with the crazy delays, it sometimes becomes a comedy in three parts. Thank you for not teasing me too badly!<br /><br />#9: I have learned to love carrots. Okay, not really. But, I can tolerate them more now than before.<br /><br />#10: Running any type of a race in Earth Footwear is hard work. I walked like a bull rider for much of a week after a 10k. <br /><br />#11: Leah Segedie is one of the most amazing women I have ever met. Her insight and intelligence is inspirational. Because this list is a stream of consciousness, it was not intentional that she was #11. Leah, you are number one to me girlfriend!<br /><br />#12: There are certain family members that are slightly annoyed about my new confidence in helping them critique their eating habits. To them I just want to clarify that it is only because I love you that I am offering advice. <br /><br />#13: Buy a pedometer and make it your goal to hit at least 10,000 steps a day. Put it right on your belt. At first glance it looks like a pager so people may think you are some sort of a highly important medical professional with the contraption on. If this is the case, you may want to make sure your CPR card is current in the event you are mistaken for a doctor. Just a thought.<br /><br />#14: I am not a fan of lunges. Or squats. I understand their value, but I dislike the whole concept of lunges and squats. <br /><br />#15: It becomes a lesson in humility and confidence to put yourself out there in logs, blogs and vlogs. But, it is so rewarding to change your life. <br /><br />#16: Buying clothes in a smaller size is one of the greatest feelings possible! YES!<br /><br />#17: This program is successful because of the people. I have met so many amazing people online and offline because of Mamavation. <br /><br /><br />Talk to you again soon!I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-51728132481752253282009-12-01T18:03:00.001-06:002009-12-01T18:05:37.359-06:00Confessional Vlog: December 1st<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/h817fNI8f-4&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/h817fNI8f-4&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-27934320948953486732009-11-29T10:22:00.001-06:002009-11-29T10:22:57.736-06:00Confessional Vlog: November 28th<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/_VO4DcGqDjE&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/_VO4DcGqDjE&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-14789154641205467832009-11-28T07:49:00.001-06:002009-11-28T07:49:27.270-06:00Mamavation Post: Friday, November 27thWeek Five is in the books and I survived Thanksgiving and an illness. Only two weeks left in this Mamavation campaign. The time has gone so fast; it just doesn’t seem possible that it all will be coming to an “official” close in a short amount of time. However, the lessons that I have learned and the changes in habits that occurred for me in the last month will last forever.<br /><br />This week was extra tough to stay focused. I missed a few workouts and spent extra time resting. But, the more I rested, the more I wished I were more active. It was a terrible twist. Thanksgiving went okay at my mom’s. I kept to the plan of small portions with a kid-sized plate. I will be curious to see how Monday goes on the scale.<br /><br />Thank you to our amazing sponsors for staying with us during this journey to personal health and positive state of mind. I can’t go a day without my Earth Footwear. I have become so accustomed to these shoes that I have a hard time wearing anything else. Everyone should try a pair of Earth Footwear to accelerate their calorie burning.<br /><br />Thank you to EA SPORTS Active for the amazing workouts and support. Your programs are intense, but enjoyable at the same time. And, it keeps the children entertained watching me huff and puff in the living room!<br /><br />Thank you to Smooth Fitness for the treadmill. Our interval running program on the treadmill is tough. But, the machine truly keeps me entertained the whole time. Plus, it reports my progress as I go and logs my profile. It’s as if it knows it me when I arrive. How cool is that.<br /><br />Thank you to the amazing Mamavation team and sistahood. Not a day goes by that I am not appreciative of your gifts of time and talent.<br /><br />As we close out the last few weeks, I challenge everyone to take a snapshot of the next month and focus on getting through the holidays in a healthy, active manner. Together, we will be here to support each other. I am living proof that this program can change lives.I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-72781898493397990692009-11-24T18:12:00.001-06:002009-11-24T18:12:45.631-06:00Confessional Vlog: November 24th<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/Q6uMCpreYLA&hl=en_US&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/Q6uMCpreYLA&hl=en_US&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-76280970345842593582009-11-21T22:40:00.000-06:002009-11-21T22:41:10.043-06:00November 21st Confessional Vlog<object width="384" height="313"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/wTS7AsLAmzU&hl=en_US&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/wTS7AsLAmzU&hl=en_US&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="384" height="313" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-66260693776197141062009-11-20T14:43:00.001-06:002009-11-20T14:44:48.760-06:00Mind over Mattress? Everything in Moderation?Another week down – can you believe we have been doing this for a month together? A month! And all our hard work is starting to pay off.<br /><br />Significant, noticeable changes are occurring inside and out. The biggest thing I am experiencing is an almost panic if I don’t get to exercise. My body is starting to crave the physical activity again. Finally! I have waited a very long time for these feelings to show up again! Thank you to the Mamavation team for helping bring them back. If it wasn’t for your encouragement, it wouldn’t be happening.<br /><br />Also, thank you to our amazing sponsors that make this campaign possible. Thank you to Earth Footwear and to EA SPORTS Active. You have given me the strength and confidence to get moving in a forward direction. I will never forget the role you have played in my journey. Also, thank you to Smooth Fitness for your donation to my positive personal health with your amazing treadmill.<br /><br />Two important phrases have been running circles in my mind this week. I will talk about each one individually.<br /><br />The first one is, “Mind over Mattress.” If you go back and review my Bookieboo.com daily food and exercise logs, I have yet to get up and exercise in the mornings, which was a personal goal for the week. Why? Because of the darn “snooze” button. I have the same excuses as everyone. The baby is up half the night. I am up working late. I am sick and tired. Perhaps, my team of supporters can help me to be disciplined and clear-minded these last few weeks to fight the “Mind over Mattress” battle and get out of bed and get my exercise done in the morning. This will give me more time at night with my family. Who’s with me?<br /><br />Second phrase is “Everything in Moderation.” Some would say this phrase is an untruth, especially when dieting. Others will rely on the phrase as a way to let you off the hook when you slip up now and then and grab a bit of the sweets. Is this the same thing as saying, “Don’t sweat the small stuff,” or “Don’t major in minor things?” I would like to hear more opinion on this topic because I did have a few food slips this week. Nothing that would create tidal waves, but also these slips were not listed on my nutrition plan by Dr. Renna.<br /><br />For example, I had a small portion of a pumpkin bar at a holiday party. I had a craving and I went for it. Perfection is really hard to maintain. So, it seems that if you eat some things in moderation, you are less likely to fall off the wagon and end up binge eating.<br /><br />We only have a few weeks of the official campaign together – but I know that this bond will last a lifetime. I hope each and every one of you have a weekend filled with quality time for yourself. Take a few moments to reflect on your goals for personal health and positive state of mind.I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-83696674180068823412009-11-17T16:59:00.001-06:002009-11-17T16:59:45.028-06:00Confessional Vlog: Working out with @TraceyMallett<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/0yDgdzyem0o&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/0yDgdzyem0o&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-43562410267544873982009-11-14T22:35:00.000-06:002009-11-14T22:39:57.320-06:00#Mamavation November 14 Confessional Vlog<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/gv5PvF-5XrM&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/gv5PvF-5XrM&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-65500706039975328362009-11-14T08:25:00.002-06:002009-11-14T08:27:25.329-06:00@AlyssaBecthold Mamavation Post: We Can Do This!<h3 class="post-title entry-title"> </h3> <div class="post-body entry-content"> <!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <o:documentproperties> <o:template>Normal</o:Template> <o:revision>0</o:Revision> <o:totaltime>0</o:TotalTime> <o:pages>1</o:Pages> <o:words>279</o:Words> <o:characters>1593</o:Characters> <o:lines>13</o:Lines> <o:paragraphs>3</o:Paragraphs> <o:characterswithspaces>1956</o:CharactersWithSpaces> <o:version>11.1282</o:Version> </o:DocumentProperties> <o:officedocumentsettings> <o:allowpng/> </o:OfficeDocumentSettings> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:worddocument> <w:zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:donotshowrevisions/> <w:donotprintrevisions/> <w:displayhorizontaldrawinggridevery>0</w:DisplayHorizontalDrawingGridEvery> <w:displayverticaldrawinggridevery>0</w:DisplayVerticalDrawingGridEvery> <w:usemarginsfordrawinggridorigin/> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--> <style> <!-- /* Font Definitions */ @font-face {font-family:"Times New Roman"; panose-1:0 2 2 6 3 5 4 5 2 3; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:50331648 0 0 0 1 0;} @font-face {font-family:Arial; panose-1:0 2 11 6 4 2 2 2 2 2; mso-font-charset:0; mso-generic-font-family:auto; mso-font-pitch:variable; mso-font-signature:50331648 0 0 0 1 0;} /* Style Definitions */ p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin:0in; margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:12.0pt; font-family:Arial;} table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-parent:""; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman";} @page Section1 {size:8.5in 11.0in; margin:1.0in 1.25in 1.0in 1.25in; mso-header-margin:.5in; mso-footer-margin:.5in; mso-paper-source:0;} div.Section1 {page:Section1;} --> </style> <!--StartFragment--><span style="font-size:130%;">As we bring week three of Mamavation to a close, I am so thankful for the new faces and changes that have entered my life. So many of you have become so important to me in such a short amount of time, that now I wonder how I ever lived without you.<br /></span><p class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;">Thank you to Earth Footwear for hanging out with me every waking hour of everyday. You have become a permanent fixture in my life and I count on you for constant reminders of my goal with every step I take.<br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;">Thank you to EA SPORTS Active for constantly kicking my butt into gear. I enjoy our time together, even though it is a bit of a love/hate relationship.<br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><!--[if !supportEmptyParas]--> <!--[endif]--><span style="font-size:130%;"><o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;">This week has been more of a mental challenge and that is where having a support system becomes so critical to success. You can follow the plan to the letter, do your workouts, eat right and sometimes your body goes through a stall for a few days. I am in a transition and my body is sensing it.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;">Some days I think I may not be eating quite enough food to keep my metabolism moving fast enough. Thankfully, I have an awesome Mamavation team that is keeping close track of my progress and helping me make adjustments along the way. I trust them completely. They are the experts.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;">I know what I am good at and I know where my weaknesses are. Surround yourself with strengths. That is a lesson I learned years ago as I was beginning my career. You will go further in life if you surround yourself with people you can learn from, they will move you forward.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;">To recap this week, it’s been a week of challenges and celebrations. The funeral of a close friend taken from us too soon. A birthday party for my little girl turning six-years-old. The circle of life.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;">And in the end, I realize this is our one and only chance to get this right. I am so proud to be here with each and every one of you.<br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;">As we begin our last month together in this Mamavation campaign, let’s vow to make it the best one yet!<br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"> <span style="font-size:130%;"><br /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:130%;">We can do this together. </span></p></div>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-41926218535368610002009-11-10T11:06:00.002-06:002009-11-10T11:09:44.799-06:00#Mamavation November 10 Confessional Vlog, featuring my Fit Friend Mariah!<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/atfECIK29gU&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/atfECIK29gU&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-11681262313520074582009-11-07T17:45:00.002-06:002009-11-07T17:47:08.619-06:00#Mamavation November 7th Confessional Vlog<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/AMVR3oiBbqM&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/AMVR3oiBbqM&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-61828777071590654962009-11-06T23:17:00.000-06:002009-11-06T23:19:14.126-06:00I'm alive...and wellThis week, I started to take down the Halloween decorations from my house, I came across and flipped one of my calendars that was still stuck on “October”…stuck in the past. As I turned the calendar to November and glanced at the dates, my mind starting wandering to all the activities planned for this month. One thing led to another and before I knew it, I was reflecting on Thanksgiving and my own personal blessings. While it is a few weeks too early to truly be a “Thanksgiving” post, it is never too early to do a little blessing counting Mamavation-style.<br /><br />It goes without saying that hours turn to days and days turn to weeks and life gets so busy that before we know it, we’ve gone too long without thanking the people in our lives and giving credit where credit is due.<br /><br />One thing I learned after undergoing a life-altering medical procedure a few months ago was to never wait to tell people how you feel about them. This year, I count Mamavation and the changes brought to my life among the top of the list.<br /><br />The sponsors of Mamavation, Earth Footwear and EA SPORTS Active, have positively impacted my life tremendously in the last two weeks alone. So, thank you.<br /><br />Thank you to the team of leaders behind Mamavation for taking on my countless questions. Thank you, thank you.<br /><br />To the community of supporters cheering us on, counting on us and believing in us – what a difference you make in our daily lives. Thank you and please don’t go away. I only hope that one day you will call on us to repay the favor. I will be there for you, too.<br /><br />But let’s get real before I close this post. This campaign is not a walk in the park. It’s tough to be exposed, to have our lives unfold in front of the world everyday. And the more honest you are, the tougher it is. But, we rise and fall as a team.<br /><br />However, it is rewarding to learn and grow and change for the greater good. And that is what we are doing…together. I see it happening and I can feel it in my bones and I am most proud to have made it this far. Mamavation is about change and it is designed for success. The best IS yet to come. Let’s stay focused on the prize: personal health and positive state of mind!<br /><br />I find inspiration and reflection in words and music. Perhaps that’s because I’m a writer by trade. Regardless, there is a popular country song out on the charts right now that kind of sums up how I feel about my life and I want to share the lyrics with you:<br /><br />I’m Alive by Kenny Chesney<br />So damn easy to say that life's so hard<br />Everybody's got their share of battle scars<br />As for me I'd like to thank my lucky stars that<br />I'm alive and well<br /><br />It'd be easy to add up all the pain<br />And all the dreams you've sat and watch go up in flames<br />Dwell on the wreckage as it smolders in the rain<br />But not me... I'm alive<br /><br />And today you know that's good enough for me<br />Breathing in and out's a blessing can't you see<br />Today's the first day of the rest of my life<br />And I'm alive and well<br />I'm alive and well<br /><br />Stars are dancin' on the water here tonight<br />It's good for the soul when there's not a soul in sight<br />This motor's caught its wind and brought me back to life<br />Now I'm alive and well<br /><br />And today you know that's good enough for me<br />Breathing in and out's a blessing can't you see<br />Today's the first day of the rest of my life<br />Now I'm alive and well<br />Yeah I'm alive and wellI am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-13307657744172307502009-11-03T16:23:00.002-06:002009-11-03T16:25:19.805-06:00#Mamavation November 3rd Confessional Vlog<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/iLQydSjLbRY&hl=en&fs=1&"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/iLQydSjLbRY&hl=en&fs=1&" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-86562648011739720622009-10-31T22:26:00.001-05:002009-10-31T22:29:18.797-05:00#Mamavation October 31st Confessional Vlog: Inside my trick or treat bag<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/j8ka1DF30pA&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/j8ka1DF30pA&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8562804850074102246.post-54870287814182492262009-10-30T12:13:00.008-05:002009-10-30T20:16:26.415-05:00When reality sets inTo start this post: let me just say that the sponsors of Mamavation, Earth Footwear and EA SPORTS Active, are amazing. Thank you for your role in making a difference in the lives of moms everywhere. To have the privilege of representing this mission is incredible.<br /><br />Also, sending out props to the support of the team behind Mamavation:<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Leah Segedie</span>, Chief Mom of <a href="http://www.bookieboo.com/">Bookieboo</a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Dr. Lorretta Shughrue</span>, Mamavation Therapist<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Mary Ellen Renna, M.D.</span>, Mamavation Lead Nutritional Coach<br /><span style="font-weight: bold;">Tracey Mallett</span>, Mamavation Lead Exercise Coach<br /><br />And, thank you to Smooth Fitness for believing in the Mamavation program enough to support us with a Treadmill donation. Amazing! I can't wait to get started. One of my goals is to run a 5k in Spring. (How perfect is this combination)<br /><br />When it was announced a week ago that I was going to be one of the next Mamavation Moms in this campaign, my slate was wiped clean. New beginnings. New chances for new choices. I made a vow to a few other mamavation moms that I would never play the victim, and neither would they. So often when you've been faced with tough times and tough challenges, it becomes easy to play "that card." You have my solemn promise that we will go through this journey with our faces to the sunshine, with a positive attitude and an incredible perseverance. This you can count on.<br /><br />Well, week one is almost in the books. I've honestly spent more time focused on myself this week than I have in months. Crazy how, when forced to recommit that time, we can suddenly find it for ourselves.<br /><br />It's been a whirlwind of a week. From getting used to exercising again daily to a near complete paradigm shift in thinking of the way I eat - my mind and body are aching. The workouts have been challenging. The meal plan has left me, at times, missing my daily dose of chocolate. But, I am constantly reminded of the fact that I am only cheating myself and all the other moms that want to change their lives - should I fall back on the "same old, same old."<br /><br />There has been such a tremendous outpouring of support from my local and new online community. It carries with it an incredible sense of responsibility to successfully fulfill the obligations of the program. One person, whom I know was a consistent voter, expressed to me that I held the ability to demonstrate to other moms out there that it "can be done."<br /><br />I wear my pedometer now almost as if it were a pager. I check it many times a day to gauge my goal. I haven't met the 10,000 step goal as of this posting. I will conquer this feat. It would be easy for me to lie to you all and say that I've done it, or claim a faulty pedometer - but that wouldn't be quite accurate. Sitting behind a desk all day, I just plain haven't met the goal. I have high expectations for my weekend.<br /><br />I am proud to say I am typing tonight with a brand spanking new (untied) pair of "Ambition" Earth Footwear on my feet. When I walked back in the door about an hour ago, the delivery box was sitting patiently waiting for me. I had to experience the "superpower" of the negative heel technology, so much so in fact, that I haven't even accurately laced them up yet. AND, the other awesome news is that the "career" pair is so awesome looking that it will blend in nicely with any outfit I need to wear to the office. This company has it figured out. Comfort. Style. And amazing effects that will help me help myself.<br /><br />As cheesy as this sounds...I am so excited to be with you here and I look forward to reconnecting with you again soon. Stay with me, our journey will be rewarding.I am Daisyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05413831081568789303noreply@blogger.com0