So I am off to a great start at blogging again...LOL! I'm a work in progress....
The weekend before last I hurt my knee. Dr. Google said it was a sprain. I took his word for it. Not sure if it happened while working out (probably should have modified those burpees more) or running after my nephew. It was probably the exercise. My nephew is an angel! I spent that week doing the R.I.C.E method on it and not doing any activity. I had to have it in less pain for a half marathon.
Last weekend, I had my first half since June. I was much slower than ever before. I want to blame the knee but I know that lack of training and carrying around a small elephant didn't help the matter. Thank goodness my friend Kim stayed with me and kept me going when all I wanted to do was ice my knee and stop. The race was beautiful. It was in Amish Country and was so fun to interact with the residents! I knocked out lifetime half #36 and state #17! I really do love doing these races!! It made me want to sign up for more. 2017 is starting to get busy!
I lost 1.8 pounds in week 2. I gained a little (a pound) when I weighed this Monday for week 3. I expected it after traveling over the weekend and the monthly love of being a girl. I am owning it and moving on.
This week I have taken it easy. My knee is feeling 80% better. Since I am not exercising, I am trying to watch my food intake and make better choices. Again, I am a work in progress and I have to keep at it every day. I am hoping to head out on Sunday for a short run and test it out.
Next week, I start a Country Heat challenge. I am excited for something different to do as a workout. If you need a laugh, this weekend would be a great time to put a camera in my house. LOL! It is going to be a riot! Gotta keep it fun!
Until next time!
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Showing posts with label weight loss. Show all posts
Thursday, September 29, 2016
Hurt knee and a half
So I am off to a great start at blogging again...LOL! I'm a work in progress....
The weekend before last I hurt my knee. Dr. Google said it was a sprain. I took his word for it. Not sure if it happened while working out (probably should have modified those burpees more) or running after my nephew. It was probably the exercise. My nephew is an angel! I spent that week doing the R.I.C.E method on it and not doing any activity. I had to have it in less pain for a half marathon.
Last weekend, I had my first half since June. I was much slower than ever before. I want to blame the knee but I know that lack of training and carrying around a small elephant didn't help the matter. Thank goodness my friend Kim stayed with me and kept me going when all I wanted to do was ice my knee and stop. The race was beautiful. It was in Amish Country and was so fun to interact with the residents! I knocked out lifetime half #36 and state #17! I really do love doing these races!! It made me want to sign up for more. 2017 is starting to get busy!
I lost 1.8 pounds in week 2. I gained a little (a pound) when I weighed this Monday for week 3. I expected it after traveling over the weekend and the monthly love of being a girl. I am owning it and moving on.
This week I have taken it easy. My knee is feeling 80% better. Since I am not exercising, I am trying to watch my food intake and make better choices. Again, I am a work in progress and I have to keep at it every day. I am hoping to head out on Sunday for a short run and test it out.
Next week, I start a Country Heat challenge. I am excited for something different to do as a workout. If you need a laugh, this weekend would be a great time to put a camera in my house. LOL! It is going to be a riot! Gotta keep it fun!
Until next time!
The weekend before last I hurt my knee. Dr. Google said it was a sprain. I took his word for it. Not sure if it happened while working out (probably should have modified those burpees more) or running after my nephew. It was probably the exercise. My nephew is an angel! I spent that week doing the R.I.C.E method on it and not doing any activity. I had to have it in less pain for a half marathon.
Last weekend, I had my first half since June. I was much slower than ever before. I want to blame the knee but I know that lack of training and carrying around a small elephant didn't help the matter. Thank goodness my friend Kim stayed with me and kept me going when all I wanted to do was ice my knee and stop. The race was beautiful. It was in Amish Country and was so fun to interact with the residents! I knocked out lifetime half #36 and state #17! I really do love doing these races!! It made me want to sign up for more. 2017 is starting to get busy!
I lost 1.8 pounds in week 2. I gained a little (a pound) when I weighed this Monday for week 3. I expected it after traveling over the weekend and the monthly love of being a girl. I am owning it and moving on.
This week I have taken it easy. My knee is feeling 80% better. Since I am not exercising, I am trying to watch my food intake and make better choices. Again, I am a work in progress and I have to keep at it every day. I am hoping to head out on Sunday for a short run and test it out.
Next week, I start a Country Heat challenge. I am excited for something different to do as a workout. If you need a laugh, this weekend would be a great time to put a camera in my house. LOL! It is going to be a riot! Gotta keep it fun!
Until next time!
Wednesday, February 5, 2014
Week 5: Derailment
We completed week 5 of our WL Challenge! It seems we all got a little derailed this week but we keep on adapting and trying to make it work! (I picture Tim Gunn saying this in a Bob Harper way, lol)
I haven't really exercised since last Wed. I went to group on Monday but was only sort of there and I was late to boot. No running (not the best strategy with a 10k/Half combo coming up). However, I still watched what I ate and recorded everything. I lost 2.6 pounds for a total of 22.2 in 5 weeks! I will take it and run! :) I haven't really noticed a difference in my body. Probably, because the only part loosing weight is my boobs! Hey, I am back in the 250s and that is an accomplishment!
I spent a big portion of the week PMSing and I assume that was a reason for my lack of motivation to exercise. I usually get really, really tired. I hate it. Now to make sure I don't binge on salty foods and chocolate!
We may have set backs. We may find ourselves derailed. But we still fight to regain our health. Each pound is a step toward a better self. I want to avoid the health problems of my mom and grandparents. I want to be a healthier, stronger version of myself. I hope this is something that the winner of last night's Biggest Loser finds for herself. I love the show but hate how the contestants are forced to lose more and more weight in order to win money. At what point, is it okay to be happy with yourself and not worry about a prize?
I've never really had a desire to go below 200 pounds. Okay, maybe 199! I think I would feel out of proportion! And if that takes me forever to obtain, then so be it! Right now I am happy to take it one pound at a time!
The plan this week is to get back on track with the workouts. I really need to get a run in. I am so sick of the treadmill. When is Spring?
14 days until we leave for Disney and the Princess weekend!!!
I haven't really exercised since last Wed. I went to group on Monday but was only sort of there and I was late to boot. No running (not the best strategy with a 10k/Half combo coming up). However, I still watched what I ate and recorded everything. I lost 2.6 pounds for a total of 22.2 in 5 weeks! I will take it and run! :) I haven't really noticed a difference in my body. Probably, because the only part loosing weight is my boobs! Hey, I am back in the 250s and that is an accomplishment!
I spent a big portion of the week PMSing and I assume that was a reason for my lack of motivation to exercise. I usually get really, really tired. I hate it. Now to make sure I don't binge on salty foods and chocolate!
We may have set backs. We may find ourselves derailed. But we still fight to regain our health. Each pound is a step toward a better self. I want to avoid the health problems of my mom and grandparents. I want to be a healthier, stronger version of myself. I hope this is something that the winner of last night's Biggest Loser finds for herself. I love the show but hate how the contestants are forced to lose more and more weight in order to win money. At what point, is it okay to be happy with yourself and not worry about a prize?
I've never really had a desire to go below 200 pounds. Okay, maybe 199! I think I would feel out of proportion! And if that takes me forever to obtain, then so be it! Right now I am happy to take it one pound at a time!
The plan this week is to get back on track with the workouts. I really need to get a run in. I am so sick of the treadmill. When is Spring?
14 days until we leave for Disney and the Princess weekend!!!
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Week 4: This week threw me off
This week has thrown me off. I can't quite put my finger on it. Nothing was out of the ordinary but it just didn't feel normal. I did lose 2 pounds which is still pretty great. I am now at 259.2 and glad to be back in the 250s! But even that feels off (okay maybe I was spoiled by my previous weigh-ins).
We ate out on Saturday. This is only the second time I've done it. I'm still really uneasy not eating my dish of carefully measured food that I made in my crockpot. I need to get over this because I leave for Disney in 21 days and will need to eat something while I am there! :)
The hardest part of changing my diet is finding the balance between eating enough calories to function, then eating enough to run and ultimately eating just the right amount to lose weight. I should throw in that I am not hunger. I literally have to force myself to eat most meals. Last night was the first time in 4 weeks that I was actually hungry. Hopefully, it is the start of keeping myself in the mood to eat.
I've been really tired this week and that could be due to the fact that the past two weeks I have actually stuck to my workout routine. I haven't talked myself out of a run or session at the gym. Some nights I felt like I went kicking and screaming but I did it.
I think this week could be labeled as my first real challenging week. I do need to reward my success and not focus on the nagging weirdness! I drank water, I exercised, I lost weight and I tracked my food. All little steps to keeping on track. I just have to remember to take one day at a time.
We've made it to week 4 and all the girls are figuring out what works for them. It is much easier losing weight with a group of people that have your back and understand that you want to mix up a batch of cookie dough and scoop it out with potato chips!
Until next week!
We ate out on Saturday. This is only the second time I've done it. I'm still really uneasy not eating my dish of carefully measured food that I made in my crockpot. I need to get over this because I leave for Disney in 21 days and will need to eat something while I am there! :)
The hardest part of changing my diet is finding the balance between eating enough calories to function, then eating enough to run and ultimately eating just the right amount to lose weight. I should throw in that I am not hunger. I literally have to force myself to eat most meals. Last night was the first time in 4 weeks that I was actually hungry. Hopefully, it is the start of keeping myself in the mood to eat.
I've been really tired this week and that could be due to the fact that the past two weeks I have actually stuck to my workout routine. I haven't talked myself out of a run or session at the gym. Some nights I felt like I went kicking and screaming but I did it.
I think this week could be labeled as my first real challenging week. I do need to reward my success and not focus on the nagging weirdness! I drank water, I exercised, I lost weight and I tracked my food. All little steps to keeping on track. I just have to remember to take one day at a time.
We've made it to week 4 and all the girls are figuring out what works for them. It is much easier losing weight with a group of people that have your back and understand that you want to mix up a batch of cookie dough and scoop it out with potato chips!
Until next week!
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Week 3: The art of saying no
Challenge Week 3
Food or the image of food is everywhere. It isn't easy sticking to your guns. It is especially hard when you are on a diet. Suddenly, the whole world is eating pizza and sweets. Every. Single. Day. I just glance at them and my metabolism slows to a crawl.
Then there are the enablers out there. Your mom, friends, etc. It just means having more willpower on my part. Learning to say no to these enablers is really hard. Of course, I want whatever yummy treat you are offering but I don't need that yummy treat!
So far my willpower is holding out and I know that one day I will say yes to the yummy treat. I just need to remember that saying yes once in awhile isn't the end of the world. I chose to have Chick-fil-a over the weekend. I weighed my choices and ended up getting what I wanted rather than something that wouldn't have hit the spot. That craving was satisfied and I can move on. After the first week of wanting to eat every morsel of food in sight, I don't feel that excruciating hunger anymore.
The hardest part of weight loss is the food choices but deprivation isn't going to work either. The goal is to find that happy medium. I know this is something I am going to work at each day.
This week was a great success for me. I lost 5 lbs. New weight of 261.2
Here is to the trials of next week!
Food or the image of food is everywhere. It isn't easy sticking to your guns. It is especially hard when you are on a diet. Suddenly, the whole world is eating pizza and sweets. Every. Single. Day. I just glance at them and my metabolism slows to a crawl.
Then there are the enablers out there. Your mom, friends, etc. It just means having more willpower on my part. Learning to say no to these enablers is really hard. Of course, I want whatever yummy treat you are offering but I don't need that yummy treat!
So far my willpower is holding out and I know that one day I will say yes to the yummy treat. I just need to remember that saying yes once in awhile isn't the end of the world. I chose to have Chick-fil-a over the weekend. I weighed my choices and ended up getting what I wanted rather than something that wouldn't have hit the spot. That craving was satisfied and I can move on. After the first week of wanting to eat every morsel of food in sight, I don't feel that excruciating hunger anymore.
The hardest part of weight loss is the food choices but deprivation isn't going to work either. The goal is to find that happy medium. I know this is something I am going to work at each day.
This week was a great success for me. I lost 5 lbs. New weight of 261.2
Here is to the trials of next week!
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Week 2: The week when having a cold and being a girl suck
Challenge - Week 2
On the Biggest Loser, week 2 is notoriously a tricky week. It never fails that the trainers are baffled by the results. It is always a difficult week mentally and physically for the contestants. Our group fell right into sync with the craziness that is week 2. Some of us had a fantastic week and some of us struggled.
I was a good mix of both. I struggled physically. My body was tired and it took a bunch of effort to even get to the gym. On the other hand, I had success and lost 3.2 pounds. New weight 266.2 and total 12.6 lbs.
I know why I was tried and dragging....a cold and that awful bitch, Aunt Flo. I am just now with the help of medicine feeling better and luckily Flo has stopped. But man, did both of these whammy my motivation to workout. My long run on Sunday felt like I was running through quicksand in the arctic (there was a bunch of ice covered snow). I guess the good part is I did it and most of my other workouts for the week. I can't say I had that euphoric moment of "heck yeah, I feel great" but I definitely felt better than lying on the couch in self pity. I just made up for it by sleeping...a lot!
I feel like I have been doing a pretty great job with diet. I again tracked everything this past week. We stuck to the meal plan except for one night of ordering Jimmy Johns. I had plenty of calories remaining to even get bacon. It really is the little pleasures when you are trying to be good. I even went to a happy hour with co-workers and neither drank nor ate any of the yummy goodness. It was torture but the wonderful conversations made it easier to withhold.
I find even this early in the challenge that doing this with my girls is way better than alone. I know as the weeks go on and I am more into training mode and less in the I need to lose weigh mode, they will keep me motivated to try and accomplish both. That is really my challenge; to lose weight and training for half marathons. However, I really need to drop some pounds before the double in May or that will be real torture! I know that I can do it. It will just take a bunch of discipline and shoulders to cry on!
Until next week!
Meal plan for week January 12, 2014
On the Biggest Loser, week 2 is notoriously a tricky week. It never fails that the trainers are baffled by the results. It is always a difficult week mentally and physically for the contestants. Our group fell right into sync with the craziness that is week 2. Some of us had a fantastic week and some of us struggled.
I was a good mix of both. I struggled physically. My body was tired and it took a bunch of effort to even get to the gym. On the other hand, I had success and lost 3.2 pounds. New weight 266.2 and total 12.6 lbs.
I know why I was tried and dragging....a cold and that awful bitch, Aunt Flo. I am just now with the help of medicine feeling better and luckily Flo has stopped. But man, did both of these whammy my motivation to workout. My long run on Sunday felt like I was running through quicksand in the arctic (there was a bunch of ice covered snow). I guess the good part is I did it and most of my other workouts for the week. I can't say I had that euphoric moment of "heck yeah, I feel great" but I definitely felt better than lying on the couch in self pity. I just made up for it by sleeping...a lot!
I feel like I have been doing a pretty great job with diet. I again tracked everything this past week. We stuck to the meal plan except for one night of ordering Jimmy Johns. I had plenty of calories remaining to even get bacon. It really is the little pleasures when you are trying to be good. I even went to a happy hour with co-workers and neither drank nor ate any of the yummy goodness. It was torture but the wonderful conversations made it easier to withhold.
I find even this early in the challenge that doing this with my girls is way better than alone. I know as the weeks go on and I am more into training mode and less in the I need to lose weigh mode, they will keep me motivated to try and accomplish both. That is really my challenge; to lose weight and training for half marathons. However, I really need to drop some pounds before the double in May or that will be real torture! I know that I can do it. It will just take a bunch of discipline and shoulders to cry on!
Until next week!
Meal plan for week January 12, 2014
Sunday: Pork Chops/couscous/veggies (squash,peppers)
Monday: LO
Tuesday: Chicken & Dumplings in Crockpot
Wednesday: LO
Thursday: Fish
Friday: LO
Saturday: Salsa Chicken
Thursday, January 9, 2014
Challenge - Week 1
The first week of our WL challenge has come to an end. We all did well but realize there is a long way to go -- 11 weeks to be exact. We can accomplish so much during this time and I can't wait to see what each of us can do.
I made the decision to be all in this time. In previous years of the gym's corporate challenge, I gave up after the first couple of weeks. I had little motivation to succeed or a reason to keep going. It feels very different to be in a challenge with some of your best friends. We can support and motivate each other to succeed. We all understand exactly what the other girl is thinking or feeling. There is nothing more encouraging than tackling this battle with your girls.
I was talking with my friend and workout buddy last night about my reluctance to share my weight with the group. I wanted to control the spreadsheet because that way I wouldn't have to tell them. I ended up sharing but I hated it. I realized the reason is because I have failed myself and I've failed those I care about (including these girls). I conquered this mountain once and I was embarrassed that I was having to do it again. I gained 80 pounds in a year-ish. Who does that? Especially someone who runs half marathons and works out. The answer: a person who actually struggled through half marathons and ate whatever the hell she wanted. My diet choices had flown out the window. I didn't want to cook or take care of any of those mundane details anymore. I wanted life to be easy. And sadly, the bad choices are usually much easier. In addition, my job had gotten super stressful and I was barely treading water. The stress from that hectic study was alleviated so I am starting to feel more like my old self again. I can do this and I need to do this.
My starting weight was 278.8 pounds. Yikes. It actually feels good to put it out there.
The first week went really well for me. I planned out meals through March (long reason for this). I tracked my food. I cooked. I measured. I exercised and tried to reach my step goal. I even drank water (not nearly what I should but some is better than nothing).
I lost 9.4 pounds!
That is a pretty good start to this challenge. Here's to Week 2.
I made the decision to be all in this time. In previous years of the gym's corporate challenge, I gave up after the first couple of weeks. I had little motivation to succeed or a reason to keep going. It feels very different to be in a challenge with some of your best friends. We can support and motivate each other to succeed. We all understand exactly what the other girl is thinking or feeling. There is nothing more encouraging than tackling this battle with your girls.
I was talking with my friend and workout buddy last night about my reluctance to share my weight with the group. I wanted to control the spreadsheet because that way I wouldn't have to tell them. I ended up sharing but I hated it. I realized the reason is because I have failed myself and I've failed those I care about (including these girls). I conquered this mountain once and I was embarrassed that I was having to do it again. I gained 80 pounds in a year-ish. Who does that? Especially someone who runs half marathons and works out. The answer: a person who actually struggled through half marathons and ate whatever the hell she wanted. My diet choices had flown out the window. I didn't want to cook or take care of any of those mundane details anymore. I wanted life to be easy. And sadly, the bad choices are usually much easier. In addition, my job had gotten super stressful and I was barely treading water. The stress from that hectic study was alleviated so I am starting to feel more like my old self again. I can do this and I need to do this.
My starting weight was 278.8 pounds. Yikes. It actually feels good to put it out there.
The first week went really well for me. I planned out meals through March (long reason for this). I tracked my food. I cooked. I measured. I exercised and tried to reach my step goal. I even drank water (not nearly what I should but some is better than nothing).
I lost 9.4 pounds!
That is a pretty good start to this challenge. Here's to Week 2.
Sunday, July 8, 2012
Inspiration in every corner
Mission ReFocus is in full swing! And no just for me.....
Before I start blabbering on about my week, I want to share about my friend Melissa G! I am so proud of her and what she has been able to accomplish so far! Melissa decided a couple months ago to begin running. She would send me messages wondering when does this get easier and can I really keep this up? I assured her it does get easier. Keep at it and every time out will feel a bit better than the last. She called yesterday to brag that she can now do 35 mins straight! WOOOOOO!! I can't even put into words how excited I am for her or how proud I am of her successes. She has worked so hard to become this healthier version of herself! Notice I said healthier and not better! She is already an amazing person who is reaching every goal she sets out to accomplish! I never realized how much my talking about running has meant to someone else until Melissa said thank you for inspiring me. It's weird to think anyone looks at me for inspiration. Little does she know that I get so much inspiration from her! I love you, my friend! Thank for making me a stronger person!
It has been brutally hot and humid but we got rain tonight!! I hope this cools things off for a bit. Perhaps, I won't have to pray for snow while I sweat gallons during my runs this week! I've had enough of 100 degree weather.
Yesterday I ran the Hannibal Cannibal 5k. This race is torture! There's a hill that goes up like 630 feet. It is brutal. But we all have so much fun doing it every year! I am pretty sure no matter how much I train my time is never going to be great on this race. I'm okay with that. It's more important to finish strong. It also reminded me that I really need to start running more hills. Yuck!
This morning was my long run for the week. 90 mins of pure humid hell! My allergies are horrible because of the rain and I feel like crud. And some how I pulled out 7.10 miles. It was amazing! I was so excited when my Garmin hit the 7 mile mark. There was fist pumping and some skipping. I think the people on the trail thought I had lost it! Debatable! I was really starting to doubt myself and my ability because my runs have been so rough. I'm behind in mileage and my pace is crawling. The weeks were ticking off before Labor Day. Panic was starting to set in. This run couldn't have come at a better time. I am feeling much better in my ability to make it through the Kauai Half-marathon without having a nervous breakdown! 6 more weeks until race day. I am right were I need to be and couldn't be prouder that I didn't let the doubt take hold! Now to keep focusing on the weight loss so that I can shave some time off!
I am doing well at writing every thing down. I am trying to make better food choice. All I can do it keep focusing! Sometimes I wish this part was easier. I struggle with food every day. I can go run or swim or strength train so much easier than I can step away from food. It sucks. I have to weigh myself this coming week. My Kate (trainer) is on vacation. Also means, my workouts are all by myself too. Kicking my own butt isn't as much fun. Downloading some new music to help make it easier!!!
Before I start blabbering on about my week, I want to share about my friend Melissa G! I am so proud of her and what she has been able to accomplish so far! Melissa decided a couple months ago to begin running. She would send me messages wondering when does this get easier and can I really keep this up? I assured her it does get easier. Keep at it and every time out will feel a bit better than the last. She called yesterday to brag that she can now do 35 mins straight! WOOOOOO!! I can't even put into words how excited I am for her or how proud I am of her successes. She has worked so hard to become this healthier version of herself! Notice I said healthier and not better! She is already an amazing person who is reaching every goal she sets out to accomplish! I never realized how much my talking about running has meant to someone else until Melissa said thank you for inspiring me. It's weird to think anyone looks at me for inspiration. Little does she know that I get so much inspiration from her! I love you, my friend! Thank for making me a stronger person!
It has been brutally hot and humid but we got rain tonight!! I hope this cools things off for a bit. Perhaps, I won't have to pray for snow while I sweat gallons during my runs this week! I've had enough of 100 degree weather.
Yesterday I ran the Hannibal Cannibal 5k. This race is torture! There's a hill that goes up like 630 feet. It is brutal. But we all have so much fun doing it every year! I am pretty sure no matter how much I train my time is never going to be great on this race. I'm okay with that. It's more important to finish strong. It also reminded me that I really need to start running more hills. Yuck!
This morning was my long run for the week. 90 mins of pure humid hell! My allergies are horrible because of the rain and I feel like crud. And some how I pulled out 7.10 miles. It was amazing! I was so excited when my Garmin hit the 7 mile mark. There was fist pumping and some skipping. I think the people on the trail thought I had lost it! Debatable! I was really starting to doubt myself and my ability because my runs have been so rough. I'm behind in mileage and my pace is crawling. The weeks were ticking off before Labor Day. Panic was starting to set in. This run couldn't have come at a better time. I am feeling much better in my ability to make it through the Kauai Half-marathon without having a nervous breakdown! 6 more weeks until race day. I am right were I need to be and couldn't be prouder that I didn't let the doubt take hold! Now to keep focusing on the weight loss so that I can shave some time off!
I am doing well at writing every thing down. I am trying to make better food choice. All I can do it keep focusing! Sometimes I wish this part was easier. I struggle with food every day. I can go run or swim or strength train so much easier than I can step away from food. It sucks. I have to weigh myself this coming week. My Kate (trainer) is on vacation. Also means, my workouts are all by myself too. Kicking my own butt isn't as much fun. Downloading some new music to help make it easier!!!
Here is the menu for this week:
Sunday: Stuffed Peppers
Monday: Honey Chicken
Tuesday: Grilled Pork Chops
Wednesday: LO
Thursday: Fish
Friday: LO
Saturday: Wedding reception....damn no carbs after 2pm is going to bite me in the ass.
Thursday, July 5, 2012
Weigh-in Week 2
Happy Independence Day!
I lost 5 lbs this past week but there should be an asterisk next to it. Normally, I weigh in around 6pm and because of the holiday I did it at 9am. I am sure this will make a huge difference in next week's stats. But for now I am basking in the thrill of it! I did work really hard at watching what food I ate and upped my physical exercise!
All I can do is keep at it!
Also no more french fries the day before a run because my body went into craptastic mode. Ugh!
I lost 5 lbs this past week but there should be an asterisk next to it. Normally, I weigh in around 6pm and because of the holiday I did it at 9am. I am sure this will make a huge difference in next week's stats. But for now I am basking in the thrill of it! I did work really hard at watching what food I ate and upped my physical exercise!
All I can do is keep at it!
Also no more french fries the day before a run because my body went into craptastic mode. Ugh!
Sunday, July 1, 2012
The Skinny Rules
This heat is rough. It's hot inside and out! At least I'm cleaning out the pores with all this sweating!
I've done a good job of writing down everything I've eaten. Now I'm focusing on eating better. Bought tons of fresh fruit and veggies and I promise to actually try to eat them. It's not something that comes easy to me. It will make for a fun new challenge.
Running is coming along. I am tired of lugging around an extra 40 pounds. So if nothing else keeps me motivated the pain in my knees will! Long run today produced a 10k! It wasn't fast, it wasn't pretty but I did it in 80 degree weather. That was 6am! I even did 2 miles of hills in the beginning! Go me!
I started reading Trainer Bob's new book, "Skinny Rules". It's not really teaching a seasoned dieter anything new but I think it's presenting the ideas in a way that can be better followed and thus reinforcing what we all already know. I've only made it through about 5 of the rules and trying to incorporate each into my plan. Simple changes like how to better keep hydrated and add more water or include protein at every meal to stay full longer are fairly easy. Like I said nothing new. But sometimes we forget the basics. I know I need plenty of water but do I actually do it? Well no. Can I remember to drink a full glass before each meal? Well sure. That seems easy. So now I am trying to continuously fill my glass in addition. Small steps that can make huge changes.
Here is the menu for this week:
Sunday: Buffalo Chicken Mac-n-Cheese
Monday: LO
Tuesday: Chicken Veggie Skewers
Wednesday: Brats and corn on the cob
Thursday: Fish
Friday: Hannibal for the Hannibal Cannibal
Saturday: Baseball game = those damn pulled pork nachos :)
I know, I know Mac-n-cheese really? I said I was easing back! I was actually pretty good and split my serving in two so it felt like more! I'll share the nachos...maybe!
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Weigh-in
I had my first weigh-in since Mission ReFocus started! I lost 3.8 lbs! Yay, I am super excited. The goal this week (my weeks run Wed-Wed) is to start making a more concerted effort to actually care what foods I am eating. I may have to rework the July meal plan. I'll think more about it over the next couple of days.
Excited to be heading back in the right direction!!
Excited to be heading back in the right direction!!
Sunday, June 24, 2012
It is time to REFOCUS!
I know that I shouldn't be hard on myself about being injured and not being able to live up to my potential but I am still disappointed....
It's been a difficult 3 months.
It's been an epic FAIL.
But it's over. I've recovered. I need to move on. And move on I shall.
The ankle, the knee and the back are all feeling better. Perhaps not 100% but definitely back on track. I started running again and training for my next half in Kauai, Hawaii!
I've slacked on the diet like a fat kid that loves cupcakes! I've gained weight. It's not pretty being in this body right now. It is especially difficult to run. I hate it. My pace time is crap. My breathing is crap. My knees are crap.
So I am refocusing on making myself better. My diet is never going to be perfect. I don't like fruits and veggies much. But I know what I need to do to lose the weight. I just have to focus and stop letting all the nagging thoughts in my head win. This week I am focusing on writing my food in my journal. Next week I'll worry about what food I am actually putting into my mouth.
I am back to tracking my steps, my workouts and being accountable. I am also making a re-acquaintance with my blog. When I physically and mentally checked out on my weight loss journey, I also checked out on my ability to care about myself. When you don't care you really shouldn't be trying to share with others. So I am happy to be back to sharing my successes and failures.
On the positive side, my training is going well. I ran my first 5.5 miles since March! It felt flipping fantastic! I was pumped at the end.
It's been a difficult 3 months.
It's been an epic FAIL.
But it's over. I've recovered. I need to move on. And move on I shall.
The ankle, the knee and the back are all feeling better. Perhaps not 100% but definitely back on track. I started running again and training for my next half in Kauai, Hawaii!
I've slacked on the diet like a fat kid that loves cupcakes! I've gained weight. It's not pretty being in this body right now. It is especially difficult to run. I hate it. My pace time is crap. My breathing is crap. My knees are crap.
So I am refocusing on making myself better. My diet is never going to be perfect. I don't like fruits and veggies much. But I know what I need to do to lose the weight. I just have to focus and stop letting all the nagging thoughts in my head win. This week I am focusing on writing my food in my journal. Next week I'll worry about what food I am actually putting into my mouth.
I am back to tracking my steps, my workouts and being accountable. I am also making a re-acquaintance with my blog. When I physically and mentally checked out on my weight loss journey, I also checked out on my ability to care about myself. When you don't care you really shouldn't be trying to share with others. So I am happy to be back to sharing my successes and failures.
On the positive side, my training is going well. I ran my first 5.5 miles since March! It felt flipping fantastic! I was pumped at the end.
One day at a time. One step at a time.
Here is the menu for this week:
Sunday: Grilled Pork Chops
Monday: Tortilla Soup (crock)
Tuesday: Bourbon Chicken
Wednesday: LO
Thursday: Fish
Sunday: Grilled Pork Chops
Monday: Tortilla Soup (crock)
Tuesday: Bourbon Chicken
Wednesday: LO
Thursday: Fish
Friday: Nephew Tan's birthday party so I'm having CAKE!
Saturday: LO
Saturday: LO
I'll try to post every Sunday and when needed in between! I am so glad to be back writing my blog. A girl forgets how therapeutic it can be!
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
MIA from Blogland
Wow, so I have been missing in action for a couple of weeks. Although I don't always leave a comment, please know that I am keeping up with your lives! I try to read updates every few days. I just haven't felt like posting. Nothing truly exceptional has been going on and it is really hard to blog about trivial everyday matters. Life has been going along status quo and really busy!
I did indeed make it to Florida for the work meeting. It was a short trip but really helped to rejuvenate the soul. My coworker and I managed to run outside both nights. It was wonderful to be outside running again. The treadmill just doesn't cut it. But when you can't run in the cold, nasty weather you learn to live with it. However, it made the first gym run really difficult! I wish I could say that I watched what I ate and was sensible at the meeting. I was to an extent but the desserts and wine did me in. Ugh, but I rationalize by knowing that I never eat like this at home and sometimes a little splurge is a good thing. Maybe that is more denial than rational....
So besides the not blogging, I have been doing really well on my new year's resolutions. I am going to bed earlier and getting to work at a more reasonable time. I am trying to track my food and most days are a success. I find when I have to figure out a recipes nutritional information that I get really lazy. That is always when I drop the ball. I can't let that deter me and need to just do it. I try to find recipes that already calculate the NI but sometimes a girl just wants to make something from all these wonderful blogs or a site that doesn't figure out the NI ahead of time. I need to stop being lazy about it.
I have hit a plateau again on the weight loss but I am still losing inches. I guess my body is redistributing the weight. I am hoping into muscle! I did buy size 12 capris for my vacation in a couple weeks. They are a little snug but I am not worried because they feel so much better than the looser 14s. I don't think I have ever worn a size 12. Maybe in like the 4th grade....maybe. I guess this is one of those time that the NSV is supposed to keep my spirits up but I am discouraged by the plateau. I need to really watch what I'm eating because truthfully that is where the problem lies. I can't give anymore physically and I am pretty sure that the gym peeps think I live there. But knowing what I need to do and doing it are two completely different things. It is always easier to watch the food going into my mouth than to take stock of what makes up that food. Obviously, I still have food issues and no matter what I've managed to overcome they are still deeply rooted. One day at a time and I will win the battle with my body!
I did indeed make it to Florida for the work meeting. It was a short trip but really helped to rejuvenate the soul. My coworker and I managed to run outside both nights. It was wonderful to be outside running again. The treadmill just doesn't cut it. But when you can't run in the cold, nasty weather you learn to live with it. However, it made the first gym run really difficult! I wish I could say that I watched what I ate and was sensible at the meeting. I was to an extent but the desserts and wine did me in. Ugh, but I rationalize by knowing that I never eat like this at home and sometimes a little splurge is a good thing. Maybe that is more denial than rational....
So besides the not blogging, I have been doing really well on my new year's resolutions. I am going to bed earlier and getting to work at a more reasonable time. I am trying to track my food and most days are a success. I find when I have to figure out a recipes nutritional information that I get really lazy. That is always when I drop the ball. I can't let that deter me and need to just do it. I try to find recipes that already calculate the NI but sometimes a girl just wants to make something from all these wonderful blogs or a site that doesn't figure out the NI ahead of time. I need to stop being lazy about it.
I have hit a plateau again on the weight loss but I am still losing inches. I guess my body is redistributing the weight. I am hoping into muscle! I did buy size 12 capris for my vacation in a couple weeks. They are a little snug but I am not worried because they feel so much better than the looser 14s. I don't think I have ever worn a size 12. Maybe in like the 4th grade....maybe. I guess this is one of those time that the NSV is supposed to keep my spirits up but I am discouraged by the plateau. I need to really watch what I'm eating because truthfully that is where the problem lies. I can't give anymore physically and I am pretty sure that the gym peeps think I live there. But knowing what I need to do and doing it are two completely different things. It is always easier to watch the food going into my mouth than to take stock of what makes up that food. Obviously, I still have food issues and no matter what I've managed to overcome they are still deeply rooted. One day at a time and I will win the battle with my body!
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
This post is packed full of useless knowledge!
The gym FINALLY replaced a bunch of the treadmills! There were a couple that if I could have lifted them, I would have dragged them to the curb myself. I took one for a whirl last night. It has these automatic inclines that are gnarly. My arms were killing me from having to hang on! I also felt like I was walking on the roof (I'm 5'11). But despite the freak out over height and the hanging on for dear life, I do like them. It will just take some getting used to being able to walk at such an incline. Somewhere, the old treadmills are hanging their belts in shame.
In other great news, the scale has finally moved in the right direction. I weighed and measured today with my trainer. I weighed in at 206.6 pounds. YAY! Of course we did this at 7am instead of our usual 6pm so it was probably a timing issue. But I will still take it! I also lost inches or fractions of inches all over! I love forward progression! Plateaus stink. They just cause undue stress. It is nice to know that when you refocus and start with a fresh slate that your body jumps back into the game too!
I am taking part in a 12 week challenge at Gold's Gym. The first official weigh-in, measurements and pictures are on Friday. I could do without the pictures. The belly area is not a pretty site. However, it is way better than it used to be! This gives me something new to focus on and 3 months to make an even greater impact on my health and my goddess like physique (sarcasm folks, sarcasm).
In other great news, the scale has finally moved in the right direction. I weighed and measured today with my trainer. I weighed in at 206.6 pounds. YAY! Of course we did this at 7am instead of our usual 6pm so it was probably a timing issue. But I will still take it! I also lost inches or fractions of inches all over! I love forward progression! Plateaus stink. They just cause undue stress. It is nice to know that when you refocus and start with a fresh slate that your body jumps back into the game too!
I am taking part in a 12 week challenge at Gold's Gym. The first official weigh-in, measurements and pictures are on Friday. I could do without the pictures. The belly area is not a pretty site. However, it is way better than it used to be! This gives me something new to focus on and 3 months to make an even greater impact on my health and my goddess like physique (sarcasm folks, sarcasm).
Monday, November 22, 2010
Happy Birthday!
My 34th birthday is tomorrow and of course it has me reflecting on the past year. A year ago I was 40 lbs heavier and on month 5 of a 6 month asthma attack. I felt like crap. I probably looked like crap. I was incredibly disappointed that I had gained 30 pounds and hadn't seen the inside of a gym in close to a year. But I didn't really feel up to doing anything about it. I had gone from this workout/diet Nazi to this lump on my couch. Then January came along and I started feeling better. By June, I felt like my old self. It was time to find a new gym and tackle this weight loss demon again. With the help of my awesome trainer and the support of my friends and family, I have made huge strides on my journey. Sure I still have issues with food and some days I would rather do anything than workout but I try each and every day to progress my life rather than regress back to the lump on the couch.
Tomorrow is a medium day and not just any medium zone day. It's the mother of all weeks. The first time I did Week 10 back in August it made me cry. As luck would have it or in my case as that bitch Karma would have it, I get week 10 for a birthday present. The infamous week 10 is 5 min warm-up, 10 min in HR Zone 2, 10 min in HR Zone 1 and finally 10 min in HR Zone 2 again. It sucks. Running for 10 min at a 6.0 - 6.3 mph or higher is not all that fun. However, a year ago I wouldn't have been able to attempt it. My coughing was so bad and all the extra weight would have kept me from doing it. I would have done what my co-workers suggested and skipped the gym. I can't wait to do this and prove to myself just how far I have progressed both physically and mentally. Sure it will suck but at least I will have done something awesome for my birthday and myself!
Keep your fingers crossed that my new Exerspy (the bodybugg of Gold's) comes like they say on the UPS site. It is my birthday present and it would be totally cool to have it tomorrow! Oh and maybe just maybe I'll get my car back too. I am doubtful on the car but you never know....
Tomorrow is a medium day and not just any medium zone day. It's the mother of all weeks. The first time I did Week 10 back in August it made me cry. As luck would have it or in my case as that bitch Karma would have it, I get week 10 for a birthday present. The infamous week 10 is 5 min warm-up, 10 min in HR Zone 2, 10 min in HR Zone 1 and finally 10 min in HR Zone 2 again. It sucks. Running for 10 min at a 6.0 - 6.3 mph or higher is not all that fun. However, a year ago I wouldn't have been able to attempt it. My coughing was so bad and all the extra weight would have kept me from doing it. I would have done what my co-workers suggested and skipped the gym. I can't wait to do this and prove to myself just how far I have progressed both physically and mentally. Sure it will suck but at least I will have done something awesome for my birthday and myself!
Keep your fingers crossed that my new Exerspy (the bodybugg of Gold's) comes like they say on the UPS site. It is my birthday present and it would be totally cool to have it tomorrow! Oh and maybe just maybe I'll get my car back too. I am doubtful on the car but you never know....
Thursday, October 28, 2010
I gained. It happens. Doesn't mean I like it.
So I gained 3 pounds this week. It sucks ass. However, it was bound to happen. I get to this weight and bam my body starts going crazy. Or maybe I am going crazy...yea that is probably the correct answer. I did change things up and try eating more every day since I wasn't hitting my calorie goal. Well I may be eating more than I actually realize or account for in the tracker. I think I'll go back to my prior method. At least then I was losing and not having to fret about where I was calorie wise. Ugh.
I can account for some of that gain the rest must have been from a food induced coma. on Saturday, I ate mozzarella sticks (a lot of them) while watching Mizzou kick some Sooner ass. They were yummy and totally not diet worthy. Then on Sunday, I was non-stop hungry all day. I think the better statement is I was bored. I realized it but couldn't seem to stop. My self-control button was apparently on the fritz. I fell off the wagon. I am trying really hard to put my self back in the driver's seat.
So dear readers, I know what I did and it was stupid. Will it happen again? Maybe. But I just have to get up and start anew. This isn't something I can fix overnight and with Auntie Flo right around the corner it won't be much better for a bit. But I can work on it each day and try not to let the cravings control me. I have more self-control than this and I need to realize it!
I can account for some of that gain the rest must have been from a food induced coma. on Saturday, I ate mozzarella sticks (a lot of them) while watching Mizzou kick some Sooner ass. They were yummy and totally not diet worthy. Then on Sunday, I was non-stop hungry all day. I think the better statement is I was bored. I realized it but couldn't seem to stop. My self-control button was apparently on the fritz. I fell off the wagon. I am trying really hard to put my self back in the driver's seat.
So dear readers, I know what I did and it was stupid. Will it happen again? Maybe. But I just have to get up and start anew. This isn't something I can fix overnight and with Auntie Flo right around the corner it won't be much better for a bit. But I can work on it each day and try not to let the cravings control me. I have more self-control than this and I need to realize it!
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Weigh and Measure Day - Month 4
This month's weigh and measure day brought disappointment to myself and my trainer. Oh sure, I lost 10 lbs and now weigh 215.4. That is a huge accomplishment and I can't even tell you the last time I weighed this little. But and it is a huge BUT....8lbs of my loss was muscle. I even gained a percentage of body fat. The two main explanations as to why this occurred are a) I don't eat enough calories each day particularly protein and b) I am exercising more given the challenge to complete 100 miles and preparing for my 10k.
So how do we fix this....
I know I should eat more but I can't help that I'm not always hungry. I don't crave protein either. I force myself to eat what I do intake each day. I need to suck it up and eat the 1700 calories that my body requires each day. But I have a mental block about eating more. I KNOW that you need to eat to lose and trust me poor Ms. All-star has all but beat it into my head but I still have a hard time doing it. It is hard to admit that you need to eat when all you want is the weight to disappear. It is 100% all in my psyche and something I have to work through. There is no easy answer to fixing my internal dilemmas. I need to convince myself that eating properly didn't make me fat that it is okay to eat the right foods in the right amounts.
As for all the running and meeting my challenge, Ms. AS is not telling me to stop or to discourage me from finishing. She knows that it is important for me to push myself and see what I can accomplish this month. I just need to better fuel my body to handle all the extra activity. This muscle loss is totally my bodies way of telling me that we aren't getting what we need and we need more so that you can succeed. I need to start listening to it better. And for those saying that I should cross train and strength train, I do 3 days a week. I just run/walk like a mad woman on top of all the other cool stuff! I enjoy doing all of it but maybe next month I need to dial it back just a little. I do sort of need this body for years to come and now would not be a great time to burn her out!
There was some inch lossage but I was too distracted by the muscle loss and fat gain to pay attention to it. I think my waist shrunk, okay I know my waist has shrunk because I have to pull my pants up Urkel-style! I also need some new bras so there is more shrinkage! I need to stop focusing on the negative parts of last night and remember that I have made huge changes to my body. I just need to be a bit nicer to it!
Challenge updates tomorrow!
So how do we fix this....
I know I should eat more but I can't help that I'm not always hungry. I don't crave protein either. I force myself to eat what I do intake each day. I need to suck it up and eat the 1700 calories that my body requires each day. But I have a mental block about eating more. I KNOW that you need to eat to lose and trust me poor Ms. All-star has all but beat it into my head but I still have a hard time doing it. It is hard to admit that you need to eat when all you want is the weight to disappear. It is 100% all in my psyche and something I have to work through. There is no easy answer to fixing my internal dilemmas. I need to convince myself that eating properly didn't make me fat that it is okay to eat the right foods in the right amounts.
As for all the running and meeting my challenge, Ms. AS is not telling me to stop or to discourage me from finishing. She knows that it is important for me to push myself and see what I can accomplish this month. I just need to better fuel my body to handle all the extra activity. This muscle loss is totally my bodies way of telling me that we aren't getting what we need and we need more so that you can succeed. I need to start listening to it better. And for those saying that I should cross train and strength train, I do 3 days a week. I just run/walk like a mad woman on top of all the other cool stuff! I enjoy doing all of it but maybe next month I need to dial it back just a little. I do sort of need this body for years to come and now would not be a great time to burn her out!
There was some inch lossage but I was too distracted by the muscle loss and fat gain to pay attention to it. I think my waist shrunk, okay I know my waist has shrunk because I have to pull my pants up Urkel-style! I also need some new bras so there is more shrinkage! I need to stop focusing on the negative parts of last night and remember that I have made huge changes to my body. I just need to be a bit nicer to it!
Challenge updates tomorrow!
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Celebrate Good Times!
Lots to celebrate in this post! This marks my 50th post. Woo hoo! And I've hit the 100 lb mark in weight loss! I've been here once before in my journey. I don't like to dwell on the last year and the 30+ pounds I regained but it happened. I didn't feel well and let things get out of hand. I am thankful that I am healthy now and can push through to the next goal! I have an amazing support system that has always cheered me on even in the tough times. I can now add the most awesomeness of trainers, Ms. All-star to the mix! Together we are unstoppable! You rock sista!
I promised in an earlier post that when I hit the 100 lb mark I would post a before and after picture. So as promised!
It's weird to post that earlier picture. I haven't seen that girl in a long time and I hope to never see her again! I still have a long way to go but I think I'll enjoy celebrating this milestone for a little bit longer! :)
I promised in an earlier post that when I hit the 100 lb mark I would post a before and after picture. So as promised!
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Thursday, August 19, 2010
Weigh and Measure Day
Do you know who is a weight loss rock star? This girl! Yesterday, was my monthly weigh and measure day with Ms. All-star. I was apparently stressing for no real reason. I'll chalk it up to my OCD tendencies. I really should write down the numbers or copy them but I'm not that smart! So we'll have to go with the things I can remember!
I lost 7.4 lbs for a weigh-in at 232.6! That is 9.6 from hitting the 100 pound mark of my weight loss journey! [I'll have to post before and after pix when I hit that point.] I've lost 23.4 lbs since starting with Ms. AS only 2 short (err long) months ago!! I lost 10 lbs of fat and gained a little muscle. So a total of 27 lbs of fat is off my body in two months!! Woo hoo! It is so reassuring to know that the fat is disappearing and the muscle is starting to build! Contrary to popular belief, the fat has not migrated to my booty and it is still flat as ever. Damn!
I lost 2.75 inches from my waist, in a month....Seriously? No wonder some of my pants are falling down! I am down one entire chunk roll from my mid-section. In case you were wondering what the heck is a chunk roll, that is what I call the rolls of fat that make up my tummy area. I had three. One whole roll has melted away! For the record, I don't miss it!! I think I've lost close to 4 inches off my middle...but I'm not positive.
My other measurements were incredibly awesome as well but I can't remember all the specifics because I was so enamored with the above!! I think neck, chest, hips, and calves were all down a little.
Apparently, I don't need a reward to motivate my fitness. Because I totally forgot to pick something and I still haven't watched last months reward. LOL I know small goals are supposed to motivate you and keep you going along the way but my eye is on the big prize at the end. I can't wait to reach goal and be down an entire person! Then again there is always those gorgeous shoes I saw on my shopping trip.....doh stupid car window. (long negative story)
Any who! I am so grateful that God saw fit to put Ms. AS into my plan! I think having someone to push me is just what I needed to bring me back on the right path. I may bitch about having to do push ups, etc but I understand the reason she makes me do them! All our hard work is starting to show and one day I may even be able to balance, right?
So thanks to Ms. AS and my awesome new gym friends for all their support and encouragement!!
I lost 7.4 lbs for a weigh-in at 232.6! That is 9.6 from hitting the 100 pound mark of my weight loss journey! [I'll have to post before and after pix when I hit that point.] I've lost 23.4 lbs since starting with Ms. AS only 2 short (err long) months ago!! I lost 10 lbs of fat and gained a little muscle. So a total of 27 lbs of fat is off my body in two months!! Woo hoo! It is so reassuring to know that the fat is disappearing and the muscle is starting to build! Contrary to popular belief, the fat has not migrated to my booty and it is still flat as ever. Damn!
I lost 2.75 inches from my waist, in a month....Seriously? No wonder some of my pants are falling down! I am down one entire chunk roll from my mid-section. In case you were wondering what the heck is a chunk roll, that is what I call the rolls of fat that make up my tummy area. I had three. One whole roll has melted away! For the record, I don't miss it!! I think I've lost close to 4 inches off my middle...but I'm not positive.
My other measurements were incredibly awesome as well but I can't remember all the specifics because I was so enamored with the above!! I think neck, chest, hips, and calves were all down a little.
Apparently, I don't need a reward to motivate my fitness. Because I totally forgot to pick something and I still haven't watched last months reward. LOL I know small goals are supposed to motivate you and keep you going along the way but my eye is on the big prize at the end. I can't wait to reach goal and be down an entire person! Then again there is always those gorgeous shoes I saw on my shopping trip.....doh stupid car window. (long negative story)
Any who! I am so grateful that God saw fit to put Ms. AS into my plan! I think having someone to push me is just what I needed to bring me back on the right path. I may bitch about having to do push ups, etc but I understand the reason she makes me do them! All our hard work is starting to show and one day I may even be able to balance, right?
So thanks to Ms. AS and my awesome new gym friends for all their support and encouragement!!
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Puppy love and way too much thinking time
I just got home from taking the puppy for a walk. We finally have a night where the temps are below 90! Poor little man has been cooped up inside for weeks. I feel like he has been averaging one walk a week. We made this one extra long! Now he's sitting on my lap demanding to go upstairs! Men! :) He is super cute though!
Today was a low zone day and I was super excited to make it a swim night. I had the pool all to myself for the first 30 min! It was so nice to just hear the swoosh of the water and be in my own little world. Last time I swam, the pool was incredibly busy and I had to share a lane which was not only difficult but annoying. So I cherished my empty pool and lane to myself. The flip side to all this blissful alone time is that I am completely lost in my own thoughts. Sometimes the recesses of my mind are a scary place and sometimes it's a helpful little organ. Tonight I found myself second guessing all my food choices and realizing I could have made better ones. The good news is that while my food wasn't the greatest this week(end) it was no where near the downward spiral of a few weeks ago. I met my workout and step goals which is still a huge part of this journey. There was a time in the not so distant past where I would have eaten craptastic food and then eaten some more. I wouldn't have given a second thought to exercising or for that matter moving off my couch. I know there are times I forget how truly mental weight loss can be. The physical is obvious but the mental component takes just as much work. I need to remember that I love myself and this girl that has made such a positive change. She kicks ass! Everyday I get up and try a little harder than the day before!
See I told you my mind can be a scary place!
New Yummy Recipe courtesy of Gina's WW Recipes! Oven Roasted Cauliflower
Today was a low zone day and I was super excited to make it a swim night. I had the pool all to myself for the first 30 min! It was so nice to just hear the swoosh of the water and be in my own little world. Last time I swam, the pool was incredibly busy and I had to share a lane which was not only difficult but annoying. So I cherished my empty pool and lane to myself. The flip side to all this blissful alone time is that I am completely lost in my own thoughts. Sometimes the recesses of my mind are a scary place and sometimes it's a helpful little organ. Tonight I found myself second guessing all my food choices and realizing I could have made better ones. The good news is that while my food wasn't the greatest this week(end) it was no where near the downward spiral of a few weeks ago. I met my workout and step goals which is still a huge part of this journey. There was a time in the not so distant past where I would have eaten craptastic food and then eaten some more. I wouldn't have given a second thought to exercising or for that matter moving off my couch. I know there are times I forget how truly mental weight loss can be. The physical is obvious but the mental component takes just as much work. I need to remember that I love myself and this girl that has made such a positive change. She kicks ass! Everyday I get up and try a little harder than the day before!
See I told you my mind can be a scary place!
New Yummy Recipe courtesy of Gina's WW Recipes! Oven Roasted Cauliflower
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