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Year Three, Day 74: Trial by Hoop



Today is day 40, of daily hooping!


When I mentioned this to my roommate/friend/boss who is also a pastor, she looked at me and said "40 days! That is a spiritual journey!"

She's right!

I did a bit of research. I recall that the Israelites followed Moses out of Egypt and wandered for 40 years in the wilderness.  God flooded the earth for 40 days and nights. Jesus fasted for 40 days and was tempted by the Devil before he began his ministry...


But did you know that the number 40 is mentioned 146 times in the bible?  And get this - According to BibleStudy.org, "...the number 40 generally symbolizes a period of testing, trial or probation."  (http://www.biblestudy.org/bibleref/meaning-of-numbers-in-bible/40.html)

 So, perhaps my trial by hoop is essentially over, effective tomorrow?  

 I must say, that this is one of the most positive good habits I have ever established. I truly look forward to every morning, hopping out of bed, grabbing my hoop and heading to the track!

 The only thing I would change, as usual, is getting up earlier so that I can have a longer workout!

 I love the progression I am seeing.  I my waist is shrinking, albeit gradually...
This first picture was taken about a month ago:


Second picture was taken this morning: (Sorry it is so dark, I was in the shade!)




Oh, and I just found another poofy grain face pic from July 2014:
July 2014 Grain Face
July 2017 Grain Free!
I'd say there is a bit of a difference there!  Nice to see improvement as one ages!
On a side note, this grain thing is real. I had a lovely lunch with  my daughter yesterday. But I didn't bother to specify grain free at the restaurant. I ordered a chicken cesar salad without croutons and a veggie soup. Turns out the soup had barley in it. I noticed about half way through. But I told myself there was so little, and it wasn't wheat or corn, so shouldn't be a problem.

 WRONG!

 I am not certain, but my allergies might be exacerbated by grains.  I was sooo tired last night, I passed out and slept like a log. But only for about 3 hours! Up I popped, about 1 a.m. Wide awake. And most uncomfortable. Bloated tummy. Coughing and wheezing.  

 I am ok now. Still a bit wheezy. But just to be safe, I am going to be more diligent about avoiding all grains.  Couldn't hurt!

 On that note, I wish you a happy Tuesday!

 Talk to you tomorrow.

 Love,

 Zita



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