I really don't know what the heck mis going on with my body but it is being very rebellious right now!
I'm up 4 pounds in one week! Is that possible? I mean it takes me about 2 months to lose 4 pounds but I can gain it all back in one week! WTF?
This wegiht loss journey is really pissing me off, but this is something I really want so I'm going to stick at it! No matter how long it takes me!
On the up side I did run this morning for 30 min later on me and DH hit the bike trails and we biked for about an hour. I burned 1040 cals today, thats just unheard of. I also lost .1 percent in fat so I guess that is somewhat decent!
So far I've been on plan all day and completed all my daily goals so I guess thats good for something! Lately I've been spending too much time on the computer so I really need to start refraining myself. I will try to repsond to blogs as much as possible so if you don't hear from me don't be mad, and I plan to continue to post at least once a week. I hope everyone is doing better than me. The only reason I decided to blog because I think being honest with myself is important so there you have it! Take Care and
I wanted to share something I experienced yesterday.
Okay so we all are on this journey for all different reasons but we all are aiming for the same goal which is to lose weight. During this journey did you realize that you are the one ultimately responsible for this goal or dream to become a reality? So we have total control for this dream to come true or to be shattered. I don't know about you all but I want my dream to come true!
Have you ever experienced when one day you've messed up on your diet or didn't exercise and then that day becomes into another day and then that day turns into a week, then that week turns into a month and then so forth and so forth? I'm sure we all have experienced this one time or another or even on several occaisons. Arent you ready for that cycyle to end? It is totaly up to you!
I must admit there are going to be times where things don't go as planned and we make mistakes here and there, but when they become repetitive, we are not solving the issue!
Yesterday started out to be a day of disaster, due to the fact that I didn't want to exercise and my eating choices where not the best. I started to just blow the whole day off, and start again tomorrow. However I was feeling so bad and guilty about that decision that I really couldn't concentrate. The only thing that was on my mind was me trying to justify my decision. Right then and there I realized that I can't go on like this. I mean really where does it get me. No where but on my way back up on the scales. And that is not what I want. I mean I was feeling so bad yesterday like I was in trouble with the law! For one thing I'm glad that, that feeling came to me because it's letting me know that I'm learning alot about myslef and signals through this weight loss journey and that I won't let myself get away with anything. It's letting me know that I can make healthier choices that I can be in control. It's also letting me know that even if I started the day of bad I can end it in a good way in which I did.
Around 8 pm I got on that treadmil and did interval training for 55 min including my 200 crunches and 20 pushups. I'm so glad I did because soon after I exercised my whole attitude changed for the better, it felt like I redeemed myself from the not so good chocies I made earlier that day. So I have learned that attitude, feelings and emotions play a major role when it comes to weight loss. Being able to recognize why your eating certain foods is very important, whether they are good or bad. So start journaling if you have to! Basically what I'm trying to say is that we have to stop making excuses! If we really want this we will go after it! Most of us have already done that so we know what it takes! Let's keep this weight loss journey going, or for some of us take it up a notch and get started. Remeber we deserve to be happy, and we are so worth it!
For those of you who may not be in your way of your own journey but may have spouses,kidsor friends in the way. Try taking them to this side and let them know what you need from them. Hopefully they will understand.
For example yesterday my DH tried talking me out of exercising yesterday and even the day before. It pissed me off so bad. I mean doesn't he get it by now, that I'm on a mission? Another thing that pissed me off and which I have yet talk to him about was him saying that once I start working full time at the hopital, alot of my running and goals will be put on hold. Then he goes on to say I'm not trying to be negative or anything I'm just being honest! At that moment I could have gone off and cursed him out but instead I was silent, saying to myslef I'm going to show him! Does he know who I am? Why would he say something like that? If anything you should be trying to encourage me to keep going even when things get hected! Not voice your opinion of what you think is going to happen. I'm getting mad just thinking about it. So I'm going to get off it, sorry for getting off subject anyway. I know in my heart anything is possible, I just have to make time and do whatever it takes, even if i have to get up 4 o'clock in the morning. Anything to prove DH wrong.
Well sorry for the long post, hopefully it will help someone get out of their rut or help someone to get started! It's possible don't ever think it can't Because it can be done no matter how long it may take. Justgive yourself a chance and if you really want it you WILL do WHATEVER IT TAKES!
First of all let me tell you there was nothing Twilight About that Race, Lol!
Here is a pic of me before the race!
Just because it was an evening race doesn't mean it felt like evening time!
It was 91 degress out! At 6pm, That's unheard of, well not down here!
I'll try to make it a brief story. All of last week up until Friday night I thought the race was on Saturday morning but it was Sunday evening. Do you think it was nerves?
Anyhow I must admit I was not as excited to run this race as my 1st race. However I still had a good time. I did not beat my personal record of 35 min infact I went over. My official chip time was 36:16. I still think that is great considering how hot it was out there!. I got water at every water stop! The first mile took me 10:16 the 2nd and 3rd mile I was averaging around 12 min per mile. During the last mile I was struggling, I wanted to stop but I kept going even if it was at a pace that many poeple could walk, lol. I really wish my DH could have run the race with me because I knew he would have been pushing me and encouraging me to go faster! Although DH didn't get to run at least he wa exposed to the race atmosphere and we are planning are next race on the 4th of next month!
Here is another pic of me at the end of the race about to cross the finish line!
Well here is a quick report of my week. I gained .5 but I'm sure it's muscle. I know having muscles will work in my favor eventually. So I'm not mad at all. Due to the fact that I lost and inch in my waist since last week. I think my stomach is finally starting to budge due to the fact that my stomach has been the same inches since January. I also lost .2 % of body fat. So I'm focusing on the positives and not the negatives. My eating was terrible this weekend, but I'm back on track. Over all I had a pretty good week and I'm proud of accomplishing the race. I enjoyed every last one of my workouts last week. I really think this new program is going to help me reach my goal. My favorite workout was the circuit traing. Where you do cardio and strength training together. I love it! Anyhow I gotto go me and DH are suppose to go ride bikes. Take Care Everyone!
Since I've been getting bored with my workouts I decided to switch things up a bit, again! When I get bored I don't want to work out so changing things up was in my best interest!
What program did I choose? Well I as I was looking throughout my "Running For Mortals" I, which is a running book for beginners. Well anyways that book has several training programs. From 5K's to 10K's to weight loss programs that involves mostly running. However there are programs for beginners, intermediate, and advance runners. So I decided to go with there Running for Weight loss program and I'm so glad I did!
It's just day 3 and I feel like I've been working out the entire week!!! I feel like I have defitnitely taken it to the next nevel. I think my body was getting used to the usual routine so changing things up was a good idea. I just hope it starts to show not only on the scale but other ways as well.
So what does this program involve? I thought you'd never ask.
Well it's a 12 week program. That involves exercising 6 days a week. It consists of running 4 days a week. One of the running days it's interval training,another day has two workouts in one day and the other days invovle straight running. The other 2 days inclulde 1 day of circuit training where you do cardio and strength training. And the other day it's straight strength training. Okay so now that I've confused you all and myself I will just leave you with a sample schedule so you can get a better idea!
Sunday - Rest Day
Monday - Run 30 min
Tuesday - Strength Circuit Workout 45 min (Start out with Cardio 10 min, Work 2-3 sets of Biceps, Triceps, and Shoulders, then 5 min of Cardio, Work 2 sets of Chest & Back 2 exercises each , then 5 min of Cardio, Work one to four exercises of each muscle group in the lower body, then 5 more min of cardio, then last but not leat one set of three to four core exercises. The usual time is 45 min, but it took me 60 min the first time I tried. I loved this workout I felt like I really had a great workout which I havent felt this way in a while.
Wednesday- Run 45 min(Interval Training) Consists of running 8 min and walking one for a total of 5 intervals. Did this workout today at the wrong time of the day 1 pm That sun kicked my @$$! Never again will I do that. I survived though. My DH came home today and I asked him if he wanted to run with me today, he said yes. So I waited for him. He thought I was talking in general but I was talking about today. So anyhow after I talked him into running with me we went on our journey in which he ended up quiting during the 3 interval( such a wimp, lol) but I kept on going! Despite how hot it was I managed to make it through. So glad I did, and today confirms that I have much more endurance than my DH even if he does lose weight without trying! Today I completed 3.8 miles. Please remind me never to run during the hottest part of the day, I could've did better but I think I did great considering how hot it was!
Thursday: Strength Train 2-3 sets, 8-12 reps for 40 min
Friday: Double Burn Run and Walk Run 30 min in the morning and Walking 30 min in the evening ( I think I will enjoy getting two workouts in one day)
Saturday: Run 35 min
Now as the weeks progress so does my time increase in the workouts.
Since this program is similar to my running program, plus it has an extra day of running I think is an added bonus! Plus strength training is a plus. I really feel like this is going to be a good program. I was excited and I still am excited about this program. I just hope to stay focused and determined and actually lose weight. I'm pretty much going to see if this program is all what it's cracked up to be!
With this plan I have hopes of passing my half way point and being close to my goal. I al;so have hopes of building my endurance and toning up and looking even better than I already do.
Sorry as I might have bored you with this post . I'm just so excited and still motivated thaty I had to share. I will take before, progress and after pics. I also do measurements. Well gotta go, me & DH have some quality time we need to catch up on , lol. I promise one of these times I'm going to wear a HRM to see how much calories I burn. Anyhow hope everyone is doing great and staying on plan.
Oh yeah I almost forgot as soon as my DH saw me he said "Baby you getting smaller"! That just made my day! It feels good to hear compliments on what you have been working so hard for!
I don't get it. I worked my but off last week (excercised 6 times) stayed on plan 95% of the time and I only lost .5! Is that where hard work gets you? Or have I hit a plateau? I'm really trying my hardest not to go the easy way out. I will admit that I have thought about it, but for some reason I can't seem to push myself up to it. Which I think is good, right?
I'm obvioulsy a little disappointed in today's weigh in but I'm not going to let it get me down. At these times when its difficult thats when you keep going and try your best and hopefully the weight will soon come off again!
So instead of weighing in on the negatives. I decided to write down all my positives since I've been on this journey, I think it will help to keep me going!
*I have lost 21 pounds & 16 inches
*I can now squeeze into a size 12 (started @ size 16) It fits comfortably around my thighs however when I get to my stomach it kinda creates a muffin top effect! (lol)
* I have more energy than I have had in a long time, Exercise 5-6 days per week)
* I LOOK and FEEL GREAT!
*I make healthier eating choices ( for the most part)
*My most favorite I have become a runner during the process! Which I plan to get better at!
So with all those positive things in mine. I will keep going I am determined and I will be happy, because I DESERVE THIS! I AM WORTH IT!
So with that in mind I have also thought about my goals for June and the rest of this journey.
* My goals are to get into the 180's
* Hoepfully reach my halfway point 185
* Run my 2nd 5K (coming up on June 8) I want to beat my last race time shooting for 1-2 mins less!
*Another running goal is to complete my own personal 5K in 30 minutes or less.
With all those goals in mind I have thought about ways that I can achieve them. I don't want to bore you all in one sitting so I will post them later.
I have and I am making changes to my exercise routine because I think I have hit a plateau so something needs to be done. Well I'm off to running. I woke up late and now I'm behind, oh well better late than never.
Until next time much love!
Edited @ 1230 pm to add
I did get my run on for 30 min including a warm up and cool down and my 200 crunches. I burned a total of 515 cals for 40 min on the treadmill and burned 45 cals for the crunches and situps!
Ok off to grocery shopping, I hate it can't you tell?
I registered for the Twilight 5K on June 8! It's another evening race! I'm so excited, it feels like forever since my first race and it 's only been 26 days! Anyhow unfortunately my DH won't be able to do the race with me due to the fact that our babysitter is going out of town during that weekend. So instead I will have him and the kids waiting for me at the finish line! I'm kind of happy about it because I'm anxious to see if I could be my last time and set a personal record. I don't need him slowing me down, lol! (Just kidding)
Anyhow I'm doing farely well so far with the eating and exercise. I woke up early this morning as planned even though I didn't want to and I got my exercise out of the way! Did Turbo Jam 20 min workout, Turbo Jam Turbo Sculpt and 200 crunches and 20 pushups!
Going through a few changes although I enjoyed working at the staffing agency. I decided that I like more consistent work an that I enjoy working at the Hospital better, however I still plan to work with them occasionaly. So as of now I'm looking for another job. I would like to specialize in working with patients that have cardiovascular problems. Then eventually work on the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit. I have decided that I might just go for for the Nurse Practioner (specializing in Cardiovascular) instead of the Nurse Anesthetist.I've always wanted to be a doctor and thats the closest thing. Who knows things may change. Recently I've been trying to get back into school to get my BSN not only to further my career as a Nurse but because it seems as though they are trying to fade away the 2 year degree so I'd figure going back now, is in my best interest. I attempted to do an on campus program but after realzing how hected my schedule is doing an online program is what is best for me right now. I have fianlly found a school that I'm pretty excited about and plus if I ever feel that online is not for mer I can convert to the on campus program and still be able to do it with my busy schedule because they offer the classes in the evenings and its only once a week. I'm so excited I can't wait to get started! (Never thought I would be this happy and excited about school, but I am)
Well gotta go freshen up on my ACLS I have a test tomorrow!
Hope eveyrone is doing well, and don't give up even if you have to keep starting over!
I managed to lose 2 pounds which is great considering that I had a terrible week! I am grateful though.
Last week was pretty bad due to the fact that I was way too busy, I didn't plan out my meals and I didn't plan my exercise. No planning equals disaster in my book!
So I decided to make some changes.
FOOD FRONT: On the food front I decided to put some structure in my meals. Meaning I will eat the same things or similar to for breakfast and for lunch everyday. If I should get bored I have a back up list of foods that I can choose from. For dinner I will change things up a bit but majority of my evening meals will be veggies and protein. I have learned that I do better when I plan my meals and don't have much to choose from, plus it saves time.
EXERCISE FRONT: I have gotten beside myself when it comes to exercise. It's time for me to get back on track. Last week I didn't plan my exercise which left me out there to do whatever, which led to doing nothing. Well not quite I did exercise 2 days which is bad considering I am use to excercising 5 or 6 days per week! Anyhow I think I didn't plan anything because I'm starting to get bored with my workouts. I got a hold of P90X which I think I'll love however it's on my computer and I haven't converted the videos to dvds yet. (Need to work on that pronto).I also need to start back waking up at 5 or 6 am depending on what days I work to get my exercise done. My day foes better when I exercise earlier in the morning that way it's one less thing that I have to worry about! My workouts are planned for the week and I think I'm good to go. I want to get back in to weight training but I just don't like my DH's weight machine. I guess I better suck it up if I want to continue to see good results!
Speaking of, I want to say thanks to everyone who left lovely and encouraging comments about me in my dress. That pic has now became my motivation to keep going. Thanks again I really appreciate it.
So for this week I'm going to take it one day at a time. I got a head start on being on point. (Started yesterday). So far so good today, I think I will make it. I'm going to refocus on my previous mini goals. Which is to drink 12 cups of water per day, eat 5 or more servings of fruit & veggies, mean while eating a fruit or veggie at every meal & snack to help me meat that gaol. No eating after 7 pm. Exercising 5-6 days per week. Exercising no less than 60 min on those exercise days.
My exercise today consisted of running on the treadmill for 25 min with a 5 min warmup and 5 min cool down. I didn't cover much mileage but I did better than I have been doing. I also did 20 min on the elliptical along with 200 crunches and 20 pushups. Burning a total of 655 cals!
Now that I have lost those 2 pounds. My goal of reaching the 180's before the end of May sounds reachable if I try really hard and push myself! So I'm going for it. 3 pounds is a stretch for me especially in 5 days but we shall see! Wish me luck! Well gotta go and tend to the kids, take care.
Anyhow we all know that men have it easy when it comes to losing weight!
Don't you hate that?
I mean all men have to do is just think about losing weight and bam, poof it happens.
Meanwhile women have to research, exercise, eat right, plan, exercise some more, continue to eat right or don't eat at all( not recommended), exercise again, go on diet pills(?), go through extreme measures,did I mention exercise? Just to lose some damn weight! 2 pounds if we are lucky! lol It is so not fair!
Case and point! My DH has lost almost 15 pounds in two weeks without even trying. He is on the no diet, eat whatever you want without exercising plan!
While it has taking me almost 5 months to lose 20 freakin pounds. Whats the catch? Are we missing something here? Am I putting too much thought into this weight loss thing. I'm not going to stress about it, I'll get over it and accept the fact that men are a different breed. Although women may struggle with weight we are built much better and stronger!
Well not so much stronger, due to TOM I couldn't resist the cravings so I ended my cleanse a little earlier than expected. Why does TOM come when you least expect it? I did manage to lose 3 pounds(water weight ) in two days but I have then since gained the weight back due to bloatedness, (made up word). Oh well I'm not gonna stress about it. Just keep it going. I do not dare want to step on the scale tomorrow but I'm going to anyway. I need to know an accurate amount of weight that I know I will lose this week! Because this week will be so much better! Last week was uneventful, I only exericsed twice last week and my eating was so not on point.
May has came and went (just about) I had planned to get into the 180's before the end of this month. Now it seems that this goal is not obtainable however I will continue to try. Maybe a miracle will happen! Anyhow just had to vent, I hope everyone stays safe and don't use the holiday as an excuse to over eat!
As promised... I'm not sure if you can tell in this pic but I'm around 20 pounds loss!
(This was a pic on my way to the Jaheim and Avant Concert)
I had a funky stand going on in this pose but I still like it! Lol
I forgot to tell you all about the dinner it was great. We started out with a small salad and a baked sweet potato it was so delicious! Then I made stuffed bell peppers. The stuffing was basmati rice, with Morningstar meatless chick'n strips with herbs, butter, and sour cream. That was my first time making that dish and it turned out great DH loved it. I wish I would have taken pictures. Oh and for dessert I made something called Strawberry Cheesecake bites. I highly recommend that recipe it's a healthy and delicious alternative to strawberry cheesecake. Basically I made a mixture of fat free cream cheese, lemon juice, and powered sugar. Then I grinded some low fat graham crackers. I then scooped out the middle of some strawberries, stuffed the middle with the mixture, and then dipped the strawberries into the graham crackers. Thats was a very good dessert and it was low in calories. If you want the recipe click on the link below. It's from Calorie King
Avant did a terrific job, he really can sing. His stage presence was on point.
Now as far as Jaheim he is a terrific singer however he really didn't get the crowd moving. So I think overall Avant was a better performer. I just wish they would have started on time! Next month I'm going to see Raheem Devaughn and I can't wait! He is so talented!
As for diet and exercise. Still trying to maintain on this cleanse. However my exercise could be better. I was suppose to exercise yesterday and didn't, however today I plan on riding my bike around the neighborhood hopefully for about an hour.
Well hope you enjoy the pics, Have a nice weekend everyone!
(I just wasn't feeling the other background so thats why I changed it, Can you tell I love purple?)
Until next time much love!
Edited @ 12 noon to update
I did go for my bike ride. It was a challenge. After 15 mins I realized that I needed air in my tires, which made me ride slow. So after I pumped my tires I then had to battle the wind. Anyhow I completed 9.25 miles in 62 mins. (I know very slow, I did enjoy myself though). When I reached home I completed my infamous 200 crunches and 20 pushups. Burning a total of 740 cals! I need to bike ride more often!
Yesterday I finally decided to get off my butt! And I'm glad I did. I got on the treadmill for 30 min. I walked and ran during those 30. That treadmill kicked my but it's been almost a week since I last exercised. I wanted to introduce the running in slowly. (and that I did, lol)
Anyhow today as I promised myself. I did my running program outside and it was great. It was hot as ever the temp was already in the mid 80's. Anyhow I ran for 25 mins straight. I started off with a 5 min fast paced walk and cooled down with andother 5 min walk. Now if I would have looked in my training book which I haven't touched since last week. I would have realized that I was suppose to run for 30 min today. Oh well I will make up for it tomorrow since that was my old rest day. Anyhow I just don't look forward to running those 30 min on the treadmill! Running outside is so much more enjoyable, Although the people that passes you by might be laughing on the inside. Who cares, I stopped caring along time ago! I'm too busy trying not to fall out! Lol
Anyhow I'm glad that I got my exercise back on point ( I think, lol) It feels good to move again. I'm on day 2 of 6 of the cleanse and all is well. I had a bad headache all day yesterday but that is to be expected however it's gone now. I think I will survive the remaining days. I still havent uploaded my pics to the computer. I will once I stop being lazy and then I will post them on my blog.
Oh I had the greatest news today. I'm so relieved and happy! If I could I would give Jesus a kiss right now! Lol I'am no longer stressed. See i told you it was only temporary! (Thank you Lord once again, God is so good!
At 6pm, That's unheard of, well not down here!
Despite how hot it was I managed to make it through. So glad I did, and today confirms that I have much more endurance than my DH even if he does lose weight without trying! Today I completed 3.8 miles. Please remind me never to run during the hottest part of the day, I could've did better but I think I did great considering how hot it was!
, lol. I promise one of these times I'm going to wear a HRM to see how much calories I burn. Anyhow hope everyone is doing great and staying on plan.
I hate it can't you tell?
