I'm thinking a better title for this week's update would be "Margaritas and Diets Don't Mix." All you really need to know about this week is those five short words.
The last week was stressful. For one thing, my computer at work crashed and I spent all week trying to get it working and set up again. Then, I spent my only two free evenings doing a rush job on a design project that I had completely forgotten about. The kids were extra cranky too. When you add all that up I just had more stress than I could handle.
So, what did I do? Eat. Taco Bell, Sonic, El Maguay, late night nachos, and many, many, margaritas over the weekend all added up to putting 4 pounds back on. I almost refused to step on the scale this morning, but that would have been too easy. I needed to see that number come back up.
Today I had my very first mammogram. I wanted to reward myself afterwards with a Frosty to relieve my stress, but I didn't. I went back to work and didn't eat a thing. I did not give in to the craving and I'm so proud of myself for that.
I need to get those 4 pounds back off. It's going to be a rough week.
Week 3:
Loss - +4 pounds
Exercise - 0/3
Monday, August 31, 2009
Monday, August 24, 2009
Week 2 Update
This week was easier in some ways and harder in others. I did really well keeping on track with my points up until the weekend. It is actually harder to eat well when I'm at home. I was craving some type of yummy baked good, so I made up some banana bread and didn't control myself very well. At 5 points a slice, it added up quickly. Next time I'll remember to make some healthier substitutions.
As far as exercise goes - well, it didn't. I should have made the time for it and I didn't. That's all there is to say about that. I know I need to find a way to fit it in. I'm thinking that I should start trying to fit it in during my lunch hour at work. That seems to be the only free time I have these days.
I started taking a multivitamin this week and I felt like I had more energy. Whether it was the result of the vitamin or a result of the healthier foods I've been eating, I don't know. What I do know is that I've been feeling better.
I must have been doing something right though, because I did manage to drop 3 pounds this week. Again, I would have liked to see more, but I know this is a healthier rate. I'm feeling more confident in myself this week and actually starting to feel like I can do this. Having the support of my husband really helps. We encourage each other.
Week 2:
Loss - 3 pounds
Exercise - 0/3
As far as exercise goes - well, it didn't. I should have made the time for it and I didn't. That's all there is to say about that. I know I need to find a way to fit it in. I'm thinking that I should start trying to fit it in during my lunch hour at work. That seems to be the only free time I have these days.
I started taking a multivitamin this week and I felt like I had more energy. Whether it was the result of the vitamin or a result of the healthier foods I've been eating, I don't know. What I do know is that I've been feeling better.
I must have been doing something right though, because I did manage to drop 3 pounds this week. Again, I would have liked to see more, but I know this is a healthier rate. I'm feeling more confident in myself this week and actually starting to feel like I can do this. Having the support of my husband really helps. We encourage each other.
Week 2:
Loss - 3 pounds
Exercise - 0/3
Monday, August 17, 2009
Week 1 Update
I made it through the first week. The exercising didn't go so well. The dieting went ok, until I gave in to the feeling that I needed to eat an entire horse (in the form of french fries and meatball subs) in order to be full! I kind of quit counting points all together this weekend which just wasn't a good idea. But, it's a new week and I'm determined to stick to it better.
The week was at least semi-successful though as I did still manage to lose 2.5 pounds. I should be happy with that, but I was really hoping for more.
Week 1:
Loss - 2.5 pounds
Exercise - 1/3
The week was at least semi-successful though as I did still manage to lose 2.5 pounds. I should be happy with that, but I was really hoping for more.
Week 1:
Loss - 2.5 pounds
Exercise - 1/3
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Willpower Is Not My Talent
Three days in and already I'm realizing I need to somehow find more willpower. It just isn't my thing. I did great of the first two days, even getting some exercise in on Day 2 (if you count Wii Tennis as exercise).
Today was a stressful day. My work computer has been acting up and we finally decided to replace the hard drive, which means I have to re-load my entire computer. Even though I brought my lunch, I had to use my lunch break to go buy the new hard drive and get gas for my car. When my mom suggested Red Robin for lunch I agreed, not thinking of the super fattening fries that would come with my chicken wrap. I couldn't resist having a few.
Then, after work we had to rush to swimming lessons and since my mom was joining us for dinner we ended up ordering Chinese food in. So much for counting points. I don't even know how many points I used up, so I guess I can just assume that my flex points for the week are gone.
The good news is that I stepped on the scale this morning (I couldn't resist) and it already showed a couple pounds gone. It may just be water weight, but it was encouraging to see. I'm anxious to see where I'm at come Monday, my weigh-in day.
Today was a stressful day. My work computer has been acting up and we finally decided to replace the hard drive, which means I have to re-load my entire computer. Even though I brought my lunch, I had to use my lunch break to go buy the new hard drive and get gas for my car. When my mom suggested Red Robin for lunch I agreed, not thinking of the super fattening fries that would come with my chicken wrap. I couldn't resist having a few.
Then, after work we had to rush to swimming lessons and since my mom was joining us for dinner we ended up ordering Chinese food in. So much for counting points. I don't even know how many points I used up, so I guess I can just assume that my flex points for the week are gone.
The good news is that I stepped on the scale this morning (I couldn't resist) and it already showed a couple pounds gone. It may just be water weight, but it was encouraging to see. I'm anxious to see where I'm at come Monday, my weigh-in day.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Starting Over
As the title says, I'm starting over. I don't know of a better way to keep myself accountable than to write about it here. I'm really not good at this whole diet/exercise thing, but I want to be. I want to find the motivation to make myself better. I want to be healthy. I just don't want to have to work so hard at it.
I'm adapting my "30 Days To A Better Me" plan. I initially planned 30 day increments with the idea of doing Jillian Michaels' 30-Day-Shred, but that didn't work out so well. For now, every 30 days will be a check-point of sorts. That will be the time that I stop, evaluate where I'm at, where I want to be, and how I can change my plan to fit my life better. I hope that will help to keep me from just giving up in frustration. I want my plan to be flexible, but I also know that it takes time to form habits.
As of today, Hubby and I are back on Weight Watchers. My weight has gotten out of hand (though really I just never lost the baby weight after having Evie) and he wants to lose some too, so we're doing it together. We need each other's support to stick to it. My long-term weight loss goal is to lose 60 pounds.
As far as exercise goes, the 30 Day Shred just isn't my thing. It's a good workout, but my knees apparently can't handle it. I still plan to work it into my routine, but it definitely won't be daily. I'm ready to jump into my EA Sports Active that I got for the Wii, and will probably rotate the two, along with some time on my treadmill. My initial goal is to exercise 3x a week. I know I should do more, but until I figure out how to work the time into my schedule, I need to start small.
Over in the sidebar, I've made new sections for "Goals" and "Accomplishments". I plan to update the accomplishments every 30 days in order to help re-evaluate my goals. I will most likely update the weight loss weekly, on Mondays (my WW weigh-in day). For the first time ever, I'm also going to measure my body and record inches lost as well. I'm hoping that will help motivate me as I watch them drop off.
I'll be updating here as I see fit, when I need a little motivation, or when I want to share my accomplishments. I really want to commit to this. I really want a healthier body and lifestyle.
Here's to my first 30 days to a better me!
I'm adapting my "30 Days To A Better Me" plan. I initially planned 30 day increments with the idea of doing Jillian Michaels' 30-Day-Shred, but that didn't work out so well. For now, every 30 days will be a check-point of sorts. That will be the time that I stop, evaluate where I'm at, where I want to be, and how I can change my plan to fit my life better. I hope that will help to keep me from just giving up in frustration. I want my plan to be flexible, but I also know that it takes time to form habits.
As of today, Hubby and I are back on Weight Watchers. My weight has gotten out of hand (though really I just never lost the baby weight after having Evie) and he wants to lose some too, so we're doing it together. We need each other's support to stick to it. My long-term weight loss goal is to lose 60 pounds.
As far as exercise goes, the 30 Day Shred just isn't my thing. It's a good workout, but my knees apparently can't handle it. I still plan to work it into my routine, but it definitely won't be daily. I'm ready to jump into my EA Sports Active that I got for the Wii, and will probably rotate the two, along with some time on my treadmill. My initial goal is to exercise 3x a week. I know I should do more, but until I figure out how to work the time into my schedule, I need to start small.
Over in the sidebar, I've made new sections for "Goals" and "Accomplishments". I plan to update the accomplishments every 30 days in order to help re-evaluate my goals. I will most likely update the weight loss weekly, on Mondays (my WW weigh-in day). For the first time ever, I'm also going to measure my body and record inches lost as well. I'm hoping that will help motivate me as I watch them drop off.
I'll be updating here as I see fit, when I need a little motivation, or when I want to share my accomplishments. I really want to commit to this. I really want a healthier body and lifestyle.
Here's to my first 30 days to a better me!
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