I couldn't really think of a title so I just smiled! This past week has been so darn crazy. I had my last final (biochemistry) yesterday and I feel freeeeeee! But now I have to start studying for the MCAT- I'm applying to medical school this year woo hoo!
In terms of food I have been doing quite well, but I celebrated with my hubby yesterday by eating chicken wings, mozarella sticks, and cookies while out to dinner. I figure that'll be my splurge for the week and I'm back on track today- in fact I'm waiting for my hubby to wake up from his beauty sleep so we can go to the gym.
Yesterday, as part of my celebration my friend and I went to lunch and then shopping! I went to H & M and actually found some cute clothes! I was so surprised becase shopping is usually dreadful for me- I have huge boobs and my stomach is almost flat so tops usually make me look pregant- not something I want to achieve unless I AM ACTUALLY PREGANT!!! Anyway, now I know that H & M is the place to go for me I'm sooo happy! I'm currently a size 14 and must say I don't look to bad, but I can't wait until the day I can pick up a size 8 from the rack and actually be able to wear it-rather than secretly hoping!
So I went back to WW two weeks ago, and I ended up losing 4.8lbs in my first week. I weighed in this morning and I'm down another 2lbs! I'm so happy and excited- I realize I'm doing better that when I initially started. It took me 5 weeks to lose 6.8lbs the first time I started WW in Feb, and I've gone and lost 6.8lbs in my two weeks back- if that's not a sign I really don't know what is.
So I'm almost out of the 200s- my goal is to be under 200lbs in two weeks- only 3.8lbs to go. I'm determined to make this work this time!
Sorry I've been gone for so long- gosh I haven't posted here in forever! There are a couple of reasons why I haven't been posting. Firstly I got really stressed out with school so I ended up going on a crazy binge- I felt too guilt to write it out. Somehow when you write things down they seem more real don't they? Secondly- I've been really busy with school.
Anywayz, for a brief period I gave up on weight watchers- I just stopped going to the meetings, stopped working out, and ate whatever I wanted for around two weeks. Of course this was fun for a little while but I became unhappy and started feeling bloated. I was going to quit WW and do the weight loss thing by myself, but then I got to thinking... I've basically quit every single program I've ever tried and as a result I've lost weight and gained it all back. I made the conscious decision NOT to quit so I went back and realized I had gained 6lbs! This was depressing, but I got back on track weighed in the next week to find I lost 4.8lbs on my first week back.
I'm now back on track, working hard, and I even have my cycling audition tomorrow- for those of you who remember I'm going to start teaching the cycling class at 24 hour fitness.
Anywayz, thank you so much for being there for me and checking in on me to see where I've been. I can't post everyday, but I will definately try to post at least once a week.
The last few weeks have been crazy. I haven't been doing as bad as I would have done a few months ago. I was still conscious of my choices. I "splurged" on chocolate more than anything. I didn't go crazy with burgers, fries, and shakes like I wanted to and for that I'm proud.
I'm trying to analyze myself and figure out why I let myself go like that. I know for sure that one reason was because of TOM-boy did I have cravings. It's so weird how some months the cravings are totally manageable and other months they make you go crazy. I think the other reason was because I've been so frustrated with my results lately. This behavior is so counter productive. So I worked hard to "only" lose 6lbs in 2.5 months, then I go nuts for two weeks because I was frustrated with my results. What kind of results did I think I'd see while off plan? Of course even worse results. I haven't even bloody weighed in in 3 weeks. I'm so scared to weigh-in now because I really feel like I have gained. Gosh, if I find out I gained all the weight I've lost I'm going to be so angry at myself. But, I have decided to bite the bullet and weigh in on Sunday (I'll let you guys know how I do )
I have decided that May is going to be the month of results for me. I'm going to stay on plan, and even if I feel like I'm not sticking to the program I'll record my points anyway. I will drink 3 liters of water daily, and I will make sure I work out a minimum of 5 times per week. If I do this, I know I will see results. I HAVE to see some results!!!!!!
Love you guys, sorry I haven't posted in so long it's just that when I'm off track I feel too guilty to post. I know that's counter productive too isn't it?
I have been so stressed out with school and work lately that I have really strayed off track. Yesterday was the first time I had been to the gym since last wednesday. At first I really didn't want to go, but I forced myself to.. and guess what I felt so good afterward! I ran/walked on the treadmill for 30m then I did weights. ON the other hand, my eating was freakin terrible yesterday. I won't go into too many details about that, but lets just say I am NOT proud of myself at all!
Today is a brand new day though. I am going to work out after work today, and I'm going to stay on plan with my eating. I know I can do this I just have to be consistent. No matter what anyone says... the realy key to this weight loss game is consistency.
I haven't weighed in for two weeks so I have no idea of what I weigh-I almost don't care anymore because the scale is so depressing, but I'm paying for WW so I better damn well take advantage of the services. Plus I think the meeting will help me to be more focused.
Anyway, I hope you guys have a wonderful day. Sorry I haven't posted in so long, this has been a really stressful time for me. But don't fear coz now I'm back!
Because I've been so stressed out with my two exams that I had this morning, I've only had time to hit the gym once this week. I really feel the difference and I'm experiencing withdrawals! I have to get to the gym!!! Next week I'm thinking about trying the 5mile uphill hike that's around 20m away. One of my friends from the gym told me she lost 50lbs (she's lost a total of 100lbs!) doing this. I think it'll be a big shock to my system, which is what I think I really need.
While getting ready this morning I noticed my face is getting slimmer- at least I hope that's what I saw. This is a really good sign, because I usually lose weight in my face and then everywhere else starts to shed the pounds. Oh well, we'll see what happens.
Tomorrow I'm going to a cocktail party, and I'm really excited because it should be lots of fun! I'll post the pics on sunday, I love you guys
Today was better than yesterday. I made a really delicous lunch. I had tilapia baked with olive oil and lemon pepper with asparagus and a baked potato. It looked so good I wanted to take a picture! Another delicious meal I had was a chocolate/banana shake (homemade of course!) I blended one banana with ff milk and a packed of sugar free instant hot chocolate- you guys have to try it!!!
Anyway, this is a quick post because I have to do some more studying- I have a biochemistry exam on Friday. I'm not doing too well in this class so far. I'm so frustrated because I have never started off this badly in a class before, and I really need to well because I need a letter of recommendation from the professor. Plus I'm applying to med school this year, and I need to keep my grades up. I just have to believe that I will do will.
Believe you can and you will (I guess this can apply to anything huh?
p.s. I'm soooo happy Ali won the biggest loser- she looks a little too skinny now, but I'm so proud of her.
My first day on the core plan went quite well, although at times I felt like I ate too much and at other times I felt like I didn't eat enough. At one point during the day I was so hungry, but I had a fiber one bar to tide me over. I ended up using 4/35 of my weekly points. I didn't go to the gym because I was really too tired, but I will definately be going tomorrow morning.
I have to go now because I have lots of studying to do. I hope you guys are doing well
This post is as much for my knowledge as it is for yours because I really need to formulate this plan in my head.
My friend lost 25lbs on WW and she started of with the core plan then switched to the flex (the one where you count your points), but she said she lost the majority of her weight on the core plan.
Anywayz... there are a list of foods that you can eat called "the core foods list" it basically comprises of fruits and vegetables, lean meats, non fat dairy products, and one serving of complex carbs (eg. whole wheat rice) per day. You also get 35 points per week that you can use for non core foods. You can either use 5 per day, or save them up for a night out ( I think I may do the latter because it's something to look forward to. I need to try and make up some menus using the core plan. The good thing about it is you get to eat until your'e satisfied. Since I have been doing the flex plan for a while, I'm already used to smaller portions.
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