Smashing my exercise goals!

I am clapping for myself now because I shattered my goals last week:  still drinking 8 or more glasses/water daily, eating more protein in the morning, and exercising past my “personal goals”.  Last week I exercised 5 times.  Twice I did 45 min, twice 55 min, and the last time 65 min.   HIP HIP HOORAY!!!!
I am nervous to announce that because I surpassed my exercise goals the past two weeks; I am going to up the bar.  My goal this week is to exercise 5 times- three of those workouts being 60 min or more.  Can I do it?  I am hoping so.  NO JANET — YOU WILL DO IT! I finished one exercise today already, but didn’t hit the 60 min mark. I am afraid I will fail. I have to let my positive self talk take over.
Although this is only the beginning of week 3, I feel so much better.  My clothes are fitting differently and my energy is much higher.  I am not feeling guilty for leaving my family to go exercise like I thought I would.  I believe this is in part to me enjoying them more when I am with them.  They have dedicated time with me while I am at home and understand I need to get healthy.  Of course, in my daughters’ minds, if I fail at this, I will go onto the Biggest Loser and be gone for a long time. My oldest has even told me “Mom…you look less fat!”  Gotta love how they say what is on their minds!  But, I did eat up that compliment!
Well, besides my exercise goal, another goal of mine is to do some nutritional research.  A book that was mentioned to me– “The Healthiest Kid on the Block” will be my first read.  And just so you all know — I hate, no despise, nutrition.  I hated my nutrition class in college and hate it to this day.  It is going to take a lot for me to get this book in my hands.  I like “nutritional” information to be spoon fed to me.  BUT, I need to take more accountability on this aspect.  Hence, the dreaded research.
I also want to get in with my trainer for help with a “weight lifting” plan of attack.    The concern lingering for me is do I count my weight strengthening time as part of my exercise?  Hmm, I don’t think I am as it is not cardio….what do you guys out there do?
 I would like to stay and chat, but my wonderful hubby and I need some us time.  You all have a wonderful night and I will catch you up soon!