Well, I seen a gain today on the scale. I am not surprised and not disappointed. I ate a lot of GOOD food the past 4 days, and ate my dinner at 9 o'clock last night! I did not track, or plan my meals for the last 4 days. Today is another day. I will rock my next weigh in.
Last Weeks Weight: 169.8
Today's Weight: 172.4
Loss/Gain: +2.6 (ouch, here I come 160's...Again...)
Weight Loss Quote of the Day: "More die in the United States of too much food than too little." - John Kenneth Galbraith
Monday, April 26, 2010
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Positive Thinking
I actually wrote a whole blog and then deleted it. It was pretty much about stress, not being able to work out, and the massive amount of food I will be encountering over the weekend. I read it, and thought "if the biggest problems in my life are that I can't work out for a few weeks, I am stressed over things that are IN my control, and I am worried about overeating this weekend, then I need to take my own advice and put on my big girl panties and SUCK IT UP." I have it good. I have it a lot better then others. I am sooo truly blessed. It seems like in this day and age, we complain about anything and everything. I am always trying to point out that 'silver lining' for my friends and family. I am always trying to point out the things they should be thankful for, and that they could have it A LOT worse. I need to start taking my own advice.
I guess this blog is more for myself then for anybody else. Just to remind myself that I really don't have anything to complain about. Most of the things I find myself and others complaining about are in our control. We are in control of our own destiny. On this journey I plan on being positive. Being positive doesn't come naturally for me. It is something that I really have to work on. Sometimes I just have to think of all the things the Lord has blessed me with and just like the Garth Brooks song, I am thankful for A LOT of unanswered prayers.
What are you thankful for?
What do you do to stay positive?
"Wherever you go, no matter the weather, always bring your own sunshine." -Anthony J. D'Anggelo, The College Blue Book
"If you don't like something change it; if you can't change it, change the way you think about it." -Mary Engelbreit
"If you don't think everyday is a good day, just try missing one."- Cavett Robert
"If you don't get everything you want, think of the things you don't get that you don't want."- Oscar Wilde
"Things turn out best for the people who make the best out of the way things turn out." -Art Linkletter
*I apologize for those of you who were expecting a weight loss/workout post. My blog is mostly for that. But sometimes I just like to talk about life.
I guess this blog is more for myself then for anybody else. Just to remind myself that I really don't have anything to complain about. Most of the things I find myself and others complaining about are in our control. We are in control of our own destiny. On this journey I plan on being positive. Being positive doesn't come naturally for me. It is something that I really have to work on. Sometimes I just have to think of all the things the Lord has blessed me with and just like the Garth Brooks song, I am thankful for A LOT of unanswered prayers.
What are you thankful for?
What do you do to stay positive?
"Wherever you go, no matter the weather, always bring your own sunshine." -Anthony J. D'Anggelo, The College Blue Book
"If you don't like something change it; if you can't change it, change the way you think about it." -Mary Engelbreit
"If you don't think everyday is a good day, just try missing one."- Cavett Robert
"If you don't get everything you want, think of the things you don't get that you don't want."- Oscar Wilde
"Things turn out best for the people who make the best out of the way things turn out." -Art Linkletter
*I apologize for those of you who were expecting a weight loss/workout post. My blog is mostly for that. But sometimes I just like to talk about life.
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
TOP 10 TIPS FOR WEIGHT LOSS
I figure since I won't be working out as much, I should have a lot more time to focus on posting blogs. Ha. We will see about that. The husband keeps telling me I need to post some weight loss & running tips. I just want to clarify that though I am a firm believer in Weight Watchers, I do believe that other programs work. I do not think that any pill, powder or shake can make you lose the weight. There are a lot of programs out there that are healthy, safe and effective, you just have to find them. Will power & determination are your two new best friends.
My body is in no way near perfect shape. But I have lost a lot of weight. (55lbs from my heaviest) and I believe that I know how to lose weight. Knowing how is the easy part. Doing it, well that is a whole different story. :p
Enjoy!
1. Find a weight loss program that works for you. If you can not follow the plan for the rest of your life, it's not for you. You can not lose weight, and then go back to the way you were eating, or you will end up in the same place.
2. Plan, Plan & Plan. Always have a plan of what you are going to eat for that day. It is ok to stray from you plan every once in a while, that's life.. it happens.
3. This is the tough one. Make healthy choices. Yes, you can have a few chips for 100 calories, but it is going to leave you hungry. Try to choose fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains whenever possible.
4. DRINK YOUR WATER! It is one of the best liquids for you. Cut out some caffeine and replace it with water. Water has so many benefits. Drink up.
5. Exercise. Even if you are not losing weight. You can work out and tone your body. Sometimes we lose inches even when we are not losing weight.
6. Everything in moderation. I have so many people tell me you can't eat pizza or candy you are on a diet. That is news to me. I eat what I want. I make sure to eat it in moderation. I have lost over 50lbs and have still ate pizza, candy, and ice cream. It can be done.
7. Portions. This goes hand in hand with moderation. We have to watch our portion sizes. It is easy to control your sizes at home. Be careful when it comes to eating out. Portion sizes are roughly double what they should be when it comes to dining out.
8. People. There will always be food pushers and people who think you can't do it. Ignore them. This is about you. Find out what works for you and stick to it.
9. The scale isn't everything. The scale is evil. Weigh yourself once a week. Try to focus on how your body feels, more then what number the scale says. Do not let the scale own you.
10. Enjoy the ride. Everyone is always so focused on the destination. One of the greatest things about losing weight, is the journey. Pay attention to how your body is changing and how far you have come.
What are some of your best weight loss tips?
My body is in no way near perfect shape. But I have lost a lot of weight. (55lbs from my heaviest) and I believe that I know how to lose weight. Knowing how is the easy part. Doing it, well that is a whole different story. :p
Enjoy!
1. Find a weight loss program that works for you. If you can not follow the plan for the rest of your life, it's not for you. You can not lose weight, and then go back to the way you were eating, or you will end up in the same place.
2. Plan, Plan & Plan. Always have a plan of what you are going to eat for that day. It is ok to stray from you plan every once in a while, that's life.. it happens.
3. This is the tough one. Make healthy choices. Yes, you can have a few chips for 100 calories, but it is going to leave you hungry. Try to choose fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains whenever possible.
4. DRINK YOUR WATER! It is one of the best liquids for you. Cut out some caffeine and replace it with water. Water has so many benefits. Drink up.
5. Exercise. Even if you are not losing weight. You can work out and tone your body. Sometimes we lose inches even when we are not losing weight.
6. Everything in moderation. I have so many people tell me you can't eat pizza or candy you are on a diet. That is news to me. I eat what I want. I make sure to eat it in moderation. I have lost over 50lbs and have still ate pizza, candy, and ice cream. It can be done.
7. Portions. This goes hand in hand with moderation. We have to watch our portion sizes. It is easy to control your sizes at home. Be careful when it comes to eating out. Portion sizes are roughly double what they should be when it comes to dining out.
8. People. There will always be food pushers and people who think you can't do it. Ignore them. This is about you. Find out what works for you and stick to it.
9. The scale isn't everything. The scale is evil. Weigh yourself once a week. Try to focus on how your body feels, more then what number the scale says. Do not let the scale own you.
10. Enjoy the ride. Everyone is always so focused on the destination. One of the greatest things about losing weight, is the journey. Pay attention to how your body is changing and how far you have come.
What are some of your best weight loss tips?
Monday, April 19, 2010
The verdict is in.....
and it is tendinitis. The Dr. says that I over worked myself. Isn't that a bunch of crap? I have been advised to not run this weekend in my 5K. As a matter of a fact, I have been advised to not run or do any activities that bend my knee or put pressure on it for 3-4 weeks. I feel like someone just ran my puppy over. I am upset that I can't run for nearly a month. I am afraid all of my hard work the past few months is going to be ruined in a matter of weeks and that I am going to have to start from scratch when I am able to run again. I am also pretty limited on what I can do, not being able to bend my knee really hurts the workouts I enjoy. (running, yoga & body sculpting) I am going to try to walk a lot, hopefully that will be ok. I am also wondering how this will affect my weight loss. I guess we shall see.
Did you hear that noise?
It was me breaking in to the 160's baby! OH, yes I am officially 169.8. It was a pleasant surprise to see that number on the scale. Friday the hubby took me out to Chili's, Saturday I was away from home all day (thus eating out 2 meals!), and Sunday we BBQ'd steak, and to top it off I lost the fight with the oreos. But I did not over eat, and I did try to make healthy choices. I didn't have a huge loss, but I had a loss, and that is all that matters. Here are my stats.
Last weeks weight: 170.4
Today's weight: 169.8
Loss/Gain: -.6
Last weeks weight: 170.4
Today's weight: 169.8
Loss/Gain: -.6
Weight Loss Quote of the Day: "Don't dig your grave with your own knife and fork."-English Proverb
(rockin my 169.8 body)
I haven't weighed in the 160's since before I had my daughter, and I only kept my weight there for 1 week. So this is huge for me. I am 5lbs, yes count them 5 measly pounds away from being a healthy weight. I have not been at a healthy weight for 7 or 8 years. I am starting to get nervous now, my goal weight actually seems attainable, I can't even imagine what I will look or feel like. I am so excited to see where this weight loss journey takes me.
On a not so positive note....
My left knee was bothering me last Monday, I took it easy for a few days and did my 2.5 mile run on Thursday. Since then my knee has been bothering me a lot. To the point that I haven't been able to workout or hardly bend down to play with my little girl. I was going to work through the pain and do my 5K this weekend, but my common sense has got the best of me, so I will be going to see the Dr. later today. I am hoping it is nothing, and I will still be able to run on Saturday. I will keep everyone posted.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
All or Nothing?
I have realized in the past week that when it come to my running (and my weight loss) that I am an all or nothing kind of girl. If I am going for a run, I run whatever I have set for that day. If it may be 2 miles, I run 2 miles, I don't walk it's not an option. At the end of the 2 miles I do my cool down and my stretching and I am done.
I started thinking the other day, why don't I do more? Why not run my miles, then walk then maybe jog another mile then do a cool down? Why not make it a better longer workout? For whatever reason I can not wrap my mind around the fact that it is ok to walk. In my head for me personally I feel like a failure if I walk. If I am going to run 5 miles, then I am going to run 5 miles, I am not going to run 2 walk 1 and then run 2. I can't get my mind frame out of the fact that it is ok. Get a better longer workout in. This is something I am going to work on in the future. If I am out there why not burn as many calories as I can? Any suggestions to get my mind out of this warped "all or nothing" mind frame would be greatly appreciated.
I started thinking the other day, why don't I do more? Why not run my miles, then walk then maybe jog another mile then do a cool down? Why not make it a better longer workout? For whatever reason I can not wrap my mind around the fact that it is ok to walk. In my head for me personally I feel like a failure if I walk. If I am going to run 5 miles, then I am going to run 5 miles, I am not going to run 2 walk 1 and then run 2. I can't get my mind frame out of the fact that it is ok. Get a better longer workout in. This is something I am going to work on in the future. If I am out there why not burn as many calories as I can? Any suggestions to get my mind out of this warped "all or nothing" mind frame would be greatly appreciated.
Workout Update
I am eventually going to get back to posting stuff other then my workout updates. My internet at home stinks, so I have to try to fit it in during the day, which doesn't always work out in my favor. I plan on posting some blogs about my tips on weight loss & how to become a runner/jogger soon. So stay tuned.
Activity: Outside Run
Distance: 2.4 miles
Pace: 11'02 (getting better yah!)
Time: 26:33
Calories Burned: 321
Overall: It was a good run. It's tough getting back in to long runs after taking a few weeks off. I probably could have ran longer but I was hot. I am new to running and running in 80 degrees is something I am going to have to get used to. I got really thirsty and I don't like to stop to take a drink. Maybe I should invest in one of those belts that holds your water bottle. Just not sure I could adjust to running with that. I love a good run. Sometimes I have to push myself, like today that first mile was hell, but the rest was a breeze.
Workout Quote of the Day: "You have a choice. You can throw in the towel, or you can use it to wipe the sweat off your face." -Gatorade
*Again I want to note I am not including my warm up/cool down or stretching in my time. Those are not optional to me. I try to do a 2-3 minute brisk walk at the beginning and a slower pace walk at the end. I always stretch before and after each run .
Activity: Outside Run
Distance: 2.4 miles
Pace: 11'02 (getting better yah!)
Time: 26:33
Calories Burned: 321
Overall: It was a good run. It's tough getting back in to long runs after taking a few weeks off. I probably could have ran longer but I was hot. I am new to running and running in 80 degrees is something I am going to have to get used to. I got really thirsty and I don't like to stop to take a drink. Maybe I should invest in one of those belts that holds your water bottle. Just not sure I could adjust to running with that. I love a good run. Sometimes I have to push myself, like today that first mile was hell, but the rest was a breeze.
Workout Quote of the Day: "You have a choice. You can throw in the towel, or you can use it to wipe the sweat off your face." -Gatorade
*Again I want to note I am not including my warm up/cool down or stretching in my time. Those are not optional to me. I try to do a 2-3 minute brisk walk at the beginning and a slower pace walk at the end. I always stretch before and after each run .
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